Local Fundraising Group Helper or Member

Volunteer role:

Home based

Country:

Nationwide

Do you want to be part of a of a friendly and vibrant team, full of ideas and working together to help us support blind and partially sighted children and adults?

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join a Fundraising Group in your local area to raise awareness and help organise fundraising activities.

No DBS Check will be required for this role.

What will I be doing?

  • Attending Fundraising Group meetings.

  • Working with the team to organise events and activities.
  • Promoting and raising awareness of RNIB group of charities in your area.

What skills and qualities can I bring to this role?

  • Willingness to work as part of a team.

  • A good communicator.
  • Friendliness, enthusiasm and reliability.

When will I be needed?

You will need to attend Fundraising Group meetings and activities, timings and frequency to be decided by your group.

How much time will I need to commit?

Flexible, according to your availability and the groups needs, but approximately two to three hours a week.

Location

In your local area.

What will I gain from the role?

  • Opportunity to work as part of a team organising a wide variety of events.

  • Personal satisfaction from helping blind and partially sighted people.
  • Learning new skills.
  • Meeting new people within your community.
  • Sharing new experiences and having fun.

What support will I be given?

  • Induction.
  • Understanding Sight Loss Pack.
  • Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training.
  • Supervision and support from your Community Fundraiser.

How do I apply?

To apply for this role, please complete the application form and return to volunteering@rnib.org.uk.

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 375 450 or email volunteering@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 7 January 2013

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Right now we can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most.

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