Fundraising Events Organiser for Kent

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 use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between.

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
• working alongside other volunteers and staff to plan fundraising events and activities
• encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection

• following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

   

If you love utilising your fundraising / event / people skills, and being part of a dedicated team to support cat welfare, then this could be the role for you!

What are we looking for?

• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Fundraising or events experience
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• A passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided

What difference will you make?

As a Fundraising Events Organiser, you will play a key role in coordinating, motivating and supporting local volunteers in raising those all-important funds. Cats in our care rely on generous donations from people who love cats and count on volunteers like you to make those donations happen. You will lead volunteers in a variety of fundraising events and activities raising much needed funds for cats in your area. 

Additional information

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Before you apply

Our volunteering opportunities are centred around you and your unique skill set. As you progress, we will support you through any hurdles or challenges so that you can feel fully equipped and confident in your role.

When signing up to be a volunteer at Cats Protection; you will be asked to complete an application form, book an informal chat with us about the role, attend an online induction and do a few mandatory online training modules relevant to the role. We also require emergency contacts and two references. 

We aim to make your sign-up as seamless as possible, ensure that you are happy with the role, and give you everything you need to know to get started.