Fundraising Events Organiser - Sussex

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising events organisers have the exciting and varied role of helping plan and deliver local fundraising events to raise the vital funds needed to help cats. Our fundraising events organisers use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between.

You can expect us to

• make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
• support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
• cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities.

Benefits

While volunteering with us, we will support you in your ambitions and goals. Some skills you could learn as a hub fundraising events organiser volunteer include: 

• Creativity & Innovation
• Digital Literacy & IT Skills
• Goal Setting & Aiming High
• Listening & Communication
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Data Analysis & Research
• Emotional Intelligence & Empathy
• Fundraising & Writing
• Network & Relationship Building
• Project Management & Organisation

Practical Considerations

Our fundraising volunteers will be based remotely and will connect online via our Sussex community hub – as well as at regular meet ups and events. You will also have local branches and centres that you can support nearby.

The great news is that you can flexibly volunteer with Cats Protection anywhere in Sussex: including Brighton & Hove, Crawley, East Grinstead, Eastbourne, Hastings, Chichester, Haywards Heath, Horsham, Lewes, Littlehampton, Worthing, Bogor Regis and Bexhill-on-Sea. 

Support Disabled

We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.

Skills

You'll be:

• planning fundraising events and activities like cake sales, quiz nights and barn dances
• providing the treasurer with information on funds raised from fundraising events
• encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
• following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events.

When do I need to be available?

Details	Our fundraising events organisers usually spend two to three hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer.

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