Marketing & Publicity Volunteer – Leicestershire Parkinsons UK

About this Opportunity

Overview:

Our local groups provide friendship, support and activities to people affected by
Parkinson’s in the local area. But, only once people have found out about the
group! With an interest in marketing and publicity you’ll help build the profile of
the group and communicate with the local community.

Organisation:

Parkinson's UK

Location:

Remote

About the organisation:

“We’re a people-powered movement on the verge of major breakthroughs in Parkinson’s. Together, we will find a cure. We help people to live as well as possible. Until then, we’re here for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. Fighting for fair treatment and better services. “

Full Details:

What you will be doing (to include elements of the following)::
Promoting activities through the newsletter, leaflets and posters, the group/activity web page and potentially in the local media
Supporting the group / activity and other volunteers to gather information about upcoming events and activities, and write them up in a concise,attractive way to be used in publicity
Developing ways to promote the group / activity, including leaflets and posters, local media, online and social media
producing, editing and collecting content for the group / activity newsletter
The skills you need::
Excellent writing and communication skill
Regular access to a computer and experience of using email and Microsoft office or GSuite
Enthusiasm, and a keenness to learn more about Parkinson’s UK
What’s in it for you? 
Forge new friendships and meet new people, both in the group / activity and in the local community
You’ll connect people affected by Parkinson’s in the local area to the support they need
Gain valuable organisational, teamwork and people skills use your marketing and communication skills and experience to make a real difference
Learn more about Parkinson’s UK, as part of a pioneering organisation
Improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s

When and Where:

Morning Monday, Morning Tuesday, Morning Wednesday, Morning Thursday, Morning Friday, Morning Saturday, Morning Sunday, Afternoon Monday, Afternoon Tuesday, Afternoon Wednesday, Afternoon Thursday, Afternoon Friday, Afternoon Saturday, Afternoon Sunday, Evening Monday, Evening Tuesday, Evening Wednesday, Evening Thursday, Evening Friday, Evening Saturday, Evening Sunday

Additional Information

Requirements / Restrictions:

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Specific Requirements or Restrictions

Excellent writing and communication skills, regular access to a computer, experience with email and Microsoft Office or GSuite, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn about Parkinson’s UK.

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Our funders ask us to report on the age, gender, ethnicity and location of volunteers who use our service. All reporting is anonymous.

We will share your name and contact details with the relevant organisation as part of your application to a volunteering opportunity. 

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