Fundraising Group Co-ordinator

The ability to get around is vital in order to live a full life yet thousands of people who are blind or partially sighted never leave home alone. Guide Dogs empowers visually impaired people to do that and relies on the support of the public to fund its services.

In this lead volunteer role, you would be the key contact for fundraising in the area, the role would involve speaking with local businesses about fundraising opportunities for example, at local shopping centres, supermarkets, local events; organise fundraising activities for example quiz nights, bowling nights, sponsored walks, murder mysteries or anything else you can think of. You would build good working relationships with other volunteers in your group and make sure fundraising policies and procedures are followed and records are maintained.

Guide Dogs would provide specific training for this role which includes Data Protection – GDPR training; Volunteer Coordinating training; and a Welcome Induction Event. You will also have a dedicated volunteer manager who can provide ongoing support; as well as being able to connect with a good network of other volunteers. We have some experienced volunteer Fundraising Group Coordinators who are only too happy to help with advice and support.

This role can be shared between several volunteers.

Work includes:

Organising and attending events such as the Guide Dogs Tea Party, Pub Quizzes and collections in your local area

Encouraging local businesses, schools and groups to name their own guide dog puppy

Building relationships with local networks, socials groups, schools and businesses to encourage them to host their own event in support of Guide Dogs Working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers

Liaising with Community Fundraisers informing them of events in your area

Making sure your fundraising policies and procedures are followed

About the organisation

Guide Dogs is one of the UK’s leading sight loss charities. Our expert staff, volunteers and life-changing guide dogs help people with sight loss live the life they choose. We couldn’t continue our vital work without your generous donations and our amazing volunteers.

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Skills

• Able to generate enthusiasm

• Good communication and team-working skills

• Able to motivate people