Community Events Volunteer

Opportunity by Alzheimer's Society
Location Oakham, UK

Throughout the year, we have many exciting events which aim to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society and awareness of the work that we do. You will be supporting us to raise money to fund our vital work which includes campaigning for change, supporting people affected by dementia.

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About this role

What you’ll be doing:
• Supporting fundraising activity, for example, holding collection buckets or contactless
donation machines, selling pin badges, helping silent auctions to run.
• Helping to raise awareness, for example, signposting people to where they can find out
more information and handing out flyers.
• Have the opportunity to support at your local Alzheimer’s Society flagship events and
larger ad hoc events.
• Acting as a representative of Alzheimer’s Society.

This role will suit you if you:
• Are friendly, welcoming and enjoy being part of large events.
• Enjoy engaging with people and being part of a wider team in your community.
• Are flexible and willing to take on a variety of different tasks as needed.
• Are a good communicator and are comfortable talking to people from all walks of life.
• Are looking for a proactive and flexible way of supporting the work of Alzheimer’s Society.

What you can expect from us:
• We will make you feel welcome, included and respected.
• You will receive training, ongoing supervision and support.
• You can claim pre-agreed out of pocket expenses (e.g. travel) in line with our policy.
• We’ll keep you up to date with relevant policies and procedures that apply to your role.
• You’ll have access to learning, development and engagement opportunities for volunteers.

Requirements

  • References needed

What we need from you:
To ensure the safety and security of the public and volunteers we ask that:
• You inform us of any medical condition that may affect your volunteering at the event.
• You provide us with details of a suitable person to contact in case of emergency.
• You come prepared with suitable footwear, clothing and a charged mobile phone.
• You commit to completing your volunteering at the event.

Location

Location Oakham, UK

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