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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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East Kilbride Fundraising Group Coordinator or Deputy

Could you help inspire and motivate a team of volunteer Fundraisers in East Kilbride as a Fundraising Group Coordinator or support them to get things done while developing your skills 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.

You’ll be a fundraising dream team, working together to achieve your group’s goals and improve the lives of people with sight loss. Together, you’ll organise a range of events and collections that raise vital awareness and funds for our life-changing services for people with sight loss.


This role involves:
Using your fantastic people skills to bring the team together and offer support and encouragement to other volunteers.
Bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to help the team develop new ideas and activities that will raise funds for Guide Dogs.
Putting your excellent organisation skills to good use by managing the team’s calendar and making sure the events are supported.
Leading the fundraising group meetings / deputising to lead meetings.
Using your local networks and connections to work with businesses, shops, schools, libraries and groups in your area to host events.
Be an ambassador for Guide Dogs by sharing stories and information about the impact of our services.
Inspire more volunteers to join Guide Dogs and become fundraising volunteers.


Experience required

No Expertise, Creative,Good Communicator,Organised,Reliable / Dependable,Team Player,

Travel details

This is a South Lanarkshire opportunity and takes place in Yes
Across South Lanarkshire,East Kilbride

Travel expenses

Volunteering should never leave you out of pocket. We pay reasonable expenses related to your volunteering with us, including travel costs.

Dates

28 July 2025 - 23 January 2026

Support
Training details

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.

Taster available
Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
No Gender Restriction,

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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