Make a difference in your local community by ensuring money donated by the public into our iconic Sooty boxes is collected on a regular basis from local shops, pubs and leisure centres. The sooner these donations are made available for the benefit of blind and partially sighted people, the more efficient we can be in the delivery of our services.
Did you know that £700,000 was raised from loose change last year? It costs the RNIB £1 to produce a braille, large print or audio catalogue to tell blind and partially sighted people about the latest products to make life easier, and £15 to pay for an in-depth benefits check to ensure that a blind or partially sighted person is receiving all the help they are entitled to. The money you raise can help us provide these vital services to blind and partially sighted people.
Due to insurance requirements, you must be aged 18 or over to do this role.
This role does not require a DBS check.
What will I be doing?
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Building relationships with local retailers and frontline staff to ensure Sooty gets the best spot in the house.
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On a regular basis collect, accurately record and bank these donations.
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Alongside your fundraising manager you will agree a plan to regulary collect and bank money.
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Investigate new venues for Sooty and future opportunities for community fundraising.
What skills and qualities can I bring to this role?
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Good communication skills.
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A full driving licence with use of own car would be an advantage, both to cover the area and the need to carry money to the bank which occasionally can be heavy. Alternative transport arrangements may be looked at, where possible, on an individual basis.
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Good knowledge of the local area.
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Friendly, confident and outgoing
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Good organisational and planning skills (which would help with route planning).
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To use your own initiative and feel happy working on your own whilst knowing you are part of a team.
When will I be needed?
We can be flexible around your availablity although we will require a regular monthly commitment.
Location
Areas local to you, however willingness to travel on occasion would be helpful.
What will I gain from the role?
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Secure in the knowledge that you will be making a difference to the lives of blind and partially sighted adults and children in your local area.
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The opportunity to meet new people and to be part of a succesful, outgoing and fun team wanting to make a difference in their community.
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Learn new and utilise existing skills for the benefit of others.
What support will I be given?
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Induction.
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Understanding Sight Loss Pack.
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Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training.
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Supervision and support from your Fundraising Manager.
How do I apply?
If you would like to apply for a role please download and complete the Application form (Word 79KB). If you would like the application form in a different format (such as standard print, large print, braille or audio) or if you have any general enquiries, please contact the Volunteering Team on: 0845 603 0575 or 01733 375450 or email volunteering@rnib.org.uk