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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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Event Volunteer

Do you love meeting people and being part of the action? As an Event Volunteer, you’ll represent Canine Partners at local events, helping to raise awareness, chatting to attendees, taking donations, and supporting on-the-day activities like setting up, selling raffle tickets, and packing down.

This role involves supporting Canine Partners with events in your local area throughout the year.

What’s involved



  • Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do by speaking to event attendees

  • Promoting fundraising activities at the event (selling raffle tickets, etc)

  • Handing out leaflets, taking donations

  • Set up and pack away on event day

  • Passing on any leads to the Community Fundraising team


This fun and flexible role is perfect for friendly, outgoing people who enjoy getting involved in their community. Whether you can help once or regularly, every event you support makes a big difference.


Experience required

• Polite, confident and personable manner
• Excellent customer service skills

Travel details

This opportunity is in various locations in the local area; volunteers can request the area they are able and willing to travel to.

Travel expenses

Mileage is paid at 45 pence per mile, public transport is paid at cost. Other expenses, such as subsistence, can be discussed with the volunteer’s named contact. All expenses are paid monthly through BACS.

Support
Training details

You will receive ongoing training and support from a named contact. Training is held remotely, which includes guidance on cash handling.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

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