Friends of Citizens Advice Elmbridge West Coordinator

Friends of Citizens Advice Elmbridge West Coordinator

Ongoing role
J96991
At a glance

Skills

  • Event management
  • Public relations
  • Social media marketing
  • Graphic design
  • Fundraising events
  • Public speaking
  • Project / programme management
  • Market research

Where

Walton-on-Thames, KT12 1BU
Mainly at home
Travel limit? No specific limit, though knowledge of local area essential.

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
3-7 hours / week
Estimated one day a week commitment – flexible hours to suit you.

We are looking to diversify our income by setting up a “Friends of Citizens Advice Elmbridge West” group.

 

What will you be doing?

The Friends of CAEW Coordinator will play a central role in setting up and coordinating the new group. This volunteer position is highly flexible and can be remote or can be based in the office or a mixture of both. The role may offer the opportunity to return to work, gain or build charity sector experience, whilst also making a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up a Friends of CAEW group and coordinate committee meetings and events.
  • Community Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact, encouraging supporters, planning events, providing updates, answering queries, and encouraging active participation.
  • Event Coordination: Organise and support events, both virtual and in-person, to engage and grow the Friends of CAEW community and funds raised.
  • Communication: Prepare and feed into Citizens Advice Elmbridge West internal and external communications keeping stakeholders informed and engaged.
  • Supporter Management: Maintain accurate records of funds raised, member contact information and engagement activities.

Person Specification

  • Community Minded : An interest and commitment to Citizens Advice Elmbridge West’s mission and values and the local communities of Walton on Thames, Weybridge and Hersham we serve.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and planning abilities.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse group of people and CAEW stakeholders.
  • Experience: Previous experience in community engagement, event planning, or volunteer coordination.
  • IT Proficiency: Comfortable using email, social media, Microsoft 365.

Benefits

  • Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in community engagement, event planning and working in a local independent charity.
  • Training: Extensive training and development opportunities.
  • Be part of the team : Join our fantastic volunteer team, connect with like-minded individuals and professionals.

What are we looking for?

Person Specification

  • Community Minded : An interest and commitment to Citizens Advice Elmbridge West’s mission and values and the local communities of Walton on Thames, Weybridge and Hersham we serve.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Organisational Skills: Strong organisational and planning abilities.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse group of people and CAEW stakeholders.
  • Experience: Previous experience in community engagement, event planning, or volunteer coordination.
  • IT Proficiency: Comfortable using email, social media, and Microsoft 365.

What difference will you make?

  • Bring a new source of income into the charity.
  • Raise awareness of the charity in the local community and beyond

 

Before you apply

At Citizens Advice, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promoting equity and celebrating inclusion. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you are interested in this voluntary role, please submit your CV and a brief statement of interest. 

Causes
  • Counselling / advice
  • Poverty relief
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Citizens Advice Elmbridge West is a local independent charity, dedicated to providing confidential, free, impartial and independent advice services to individuals in our community, facing a...