Fundraising Team Member - Scotland
Volunteer Fundraising Team Member
Why we need you:
The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign leads the fight against muscle disease. We provide free care and support for babies, children and adults affected by muscle disease, fund world-class research to find treatments and cures, provide grants towards equipment and campaign to raise awareness and bring about change.
As a Fundraising Team Memberer you will be offered a wide variety of volunteering opportunities to choose from. You are in control of how much time you want to commit, which events and activities you would like to help at and when you want to volunteer. This role allows you to support the charity in a way that fits around your busy lifestyle.
What will I be doing?
Helping the charity on an ad hoc basis at a variety of fundraising and awareness events and activities. This could include:
• Attending collections once a month to help us raise funds;
• Helping to promote local events;
• Helping at fundraising or awareness events e.g. collecting tickets, setting up stands, marshalling and more.
What skills and attributes do I need to have?
• Enthusiasm for the cause;
• Willingness to help when and where you can;
• The ability to work well with staff and other volunteers as part of a team;
• Access to email in order to receive volunteering opportunities.
How much time do I need to commit?
You will be offered specific volunteering opportunities and then you decide if you would like to take part and help on the opportunity. Therefore the amount of time you choose to give is entirely up to you. You will be able to fit this volunteer role around your lifestyle and commitments.
What support will I be given?
A dedicated member of staff will guide and support you in your work plus you will receive supporting materials, a full induction to the charity and specific training, where appropriate, to help you get the most from your role.
What benefits can I expect?
• The satisfaction of knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign and to supporting our vital work;
• The enjoyment of meeting new people in your community and working as part of our skilled and friendly fundraising team;
• The opportunity to develop new and existing skills in areas such as fundraising, marketing and communication;
• The chance to gain experience of working with a leading charity.
Where will I be based?
You will be offered volunteer opportunities in your local area.
How do I apply?
Send CV and covering letter to scotland@muscular-dystrophy.org or call 0141 558 2662 for more information.
