Fundraising Coordinator Volunteers

• VSA

• VO101880

Our award-winning volunteers at VSA are a vital part of our charity. Every hour contributed by our volunteers makes a difference. You truly are making an impact on the lives of vulnerable adults, we support across our services in the Northeast of Scotland, it’s with your support we can provide the very best of care to whom we support. We are currently seeking volunteers to help us as Fundraising Coordinators.

*What will you be doing?
The Charity is currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers that can support with fundraising and with building strong links in the community.

• Community Engagement:
• Represent VSA at community events, outreach activities, and networking opportunities to raise awareness and garner support for our mission.
• Participate in volunteer recruitment efforts and support volunteer coordination as needed.

These tasks can also be divided between volunteers, so why not come along with a friend, and share the experience?

*Benefits:
• Gain valuable experience in charity fundraising.
• Contribute to meaningful initiatives that make a difference in communities.
• Opportunity to develop and refine skills in communication, project management, and relationship-building.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to creating positive social impact.
• A hugely rewarding role, helping young people change their lives and thrive.
• Fantastic opportunities for personal development.
• Meet new people.
• Make a difference in your local community.

*What are we looking for?
Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for conveying the organisation's mission, and engaging with donors.
Are you:
• A good communicator
• Able to work effectively within a team.
• Able to motivate and encourage others.
• Able to tell a good story.
• Able to sell ideas.
• Able to think outside the box.

*Experience:
Customer Service Experience: Experience in customer service, interacting with people and effectively communicating the organisation's message and impact.

*Qualities:
• Passion for the Mission: A genuine passion is essential for staying motivated and engaged in the fundraising efforts of VSA.
• Commitment and Reliability: Demonstrate reliability, commitment, and a willingness to dedicate time and effort to support the organisation's fundraising goals.
• Team Player: Being a team player and collaborating effectively with staff, fellow volunteers, and external partners is important for achieving collective fundraising objectives.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability are valuable traits to navigate changes, challenges, and unexpected situations that may arise during fundraising activities.
• Creativity: Creativity and innovation in developing fundraising campaigns, and events to attract donors' attention and generate support for the organisation's cause.

*Before you apply
If you think this volunteer role is for you then please do click apply at https://vsa.breezy.hr/p/ce67b51550a501 and find out how you can start making a difference, or contact Adam Simpson at VSA: email: Adam.Simpson@vsa.org.uk or telephone 01224 358611 / 07425991095 - for more details. More information about volunteering at VSA is also available at: or please visit https://www.vsa.org.uk/volunteering

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Relevant training and excellent support is provided to all volunteers.

Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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