Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator

Guide Dogs for the Blind
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Could you help inspire and motivate a team of volunteer Fundraisers in your local area as a Fundraising Group Coordinator or support them to get things done as the Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator?

In these leadership roles, you can use your skills to make a huge difference to people’s lives. In return, you’ll gain experiences, memories, and friendships that last a lifetime.

Our local fundraising group is looking for a deputy coordinator to support the group in raising money in your local community from a variety of activities such as collections, social events, and Tea Parties.

This is a volunteer (flexible hours) role—typically part-time and highly adaptable. Tasks can be shared across the team, making it suitable if you have busy weekdays or evenings

What you’ll be doing as a Fundraising Group Coordinator
You can make the Fundraising Group Coordinator role your own - you can take on as much or as little as works for you, with the option to share the role. You’ll also have the full support of the team and your Guide Dogs volunteer manager.

You can help by:
In this role, your support will include:
•Supporting in organising and attending events and collections in your local area, such as the Great Guide Dogs Tea Party. Informing your key contact and relevant members of these events.
•Supporting in building relationships with local networks, organisations, schools, and social groups to host events or to name their own puppy.
•Delegating tasks and responsibilities to other volunteers within your fundraising group in the absence of the Fundraising Group Coordinator.
•Supporting in making sure fundraising policies and procedures are followed; including all roles are maintaining their required records.

What you’ll get
In these important volunteer roles, you’ll feel satisfied knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for vital services.
-You’ll meet many new people, including people whose lives you impact.
-You’ll also get to meet incredible dogs – from puppies and guide dogs in training to qualified guide dogs working in partnerships.
-You’ll visit new places and enjoy fun days out with your team.
-You can share your existing skills and develop new skills, as we’ll also provide all the training you need for the role.
-You’ll have a dedicated volunteer manager and a team of volunteers who will help support you throughout your role.

Don’t worry if you feel you don’t tick every box, we’d love to hear from you to discuss the role or other ways you can get involved with your local fundraising group.

Training and support
All our volunteers are given the training they need to support them in their role. This is usually delivered online through an engaging and interactive training programme, but can also be offered in other formats. Examples of the modules you will be learning for this role include:

-How to organise an event.
-Ideas for successful fundraising events.
-If you have questions about the training or any other support or accessibility requirements, please get in touch.

How to Apply: Click the ‘Apply’ button below (available once logged in and registered). After you apply, the coordinator will contact you by email or phone. If you don’t hear back within 5 working days, double-check your junk/spam folder, or contact the organisation directly. If you need extra support, you can also reach out to Volunteer Glasgow at info@volunteerglasgow.org.

For more information or to apply online, visit: www.guidedogs.org.uk/puppyraiser

If you'd like more information, contact Emma on VolAttractNorth@guidedogs.org.uk or visit www.guidedogs.org.uk/volunteer to apply online.

Experience required

Ideally you will:
• Be able to generate enthusiasm and motivate people.
• Have good communication and networking skills.
• Have a passion for organising events.