Cats Protection Event Organiser- Mitcham

Cats Protection Event Organiser- Mitcham

Ongoing role
J99400
At a glance

Skills

  • Event management
  • Fundraising events

Where

Mitcham, CR4 3TD
Mainly at home
Travel limit? 15 miles

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week
Hours are flexible. Average between 1-3 hours per week. Events are often at weekends and seasonally but planning for them can be at your convenience.

Deadline

30 Nov 2024

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Support cat welfare in Mitcham, South London today, by becoming an Events Organiser at Cats Protection. Help us to raise vital funds for cats in our region. 

What will you be doing?

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 our feline friends. Our fundraising events organisers use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between.

  • 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

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone with:

  • Good organisational skills
  • Fundraising or events experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • The ability to prioritise and delegate
  • An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
  • Knowledge of your local community

What difference will you make?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds through events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated group of volunteers.

Before you apply

Please apply through Reach in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our additional application form and will require references from two different sources.

Causes
  • Animals / wildlife
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs

    Founded in 1927, Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity. In 2018 we...