Volunteer Cats Protection Events Organiser (Community Fundraising Hub)

What will you be doing?

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care. We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters. A bit about this role As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising events organisers have the exciting and varied role of helping plan and deliver local fundraising events to raise the vital funds needed to help our feline friends. Our fundraising events organisers use their passion for cats and people to plan cake sales, barn dances, quiz nights and everything in between. What can you expect to be doing? ● Planning fundraising events and activities like cake sales, quiz nights with the support of the Fundraising Hub. ● Collating takings/results from events/campaigns ● Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection ● Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events What are the benefits to you and the cats? You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds through events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated group of volunteers. We’re looking for someone with: ● Good organisational skills ● Strong interpersonal skills ● The ability to prioritise and delegate ● An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly ● Knowledge of your local community (desirable)  Time expectation Volunteer hours are always flexible and can be from as little as 1 hour per week. Personal development and further opportunities are encouraged.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone with ● Good organisational skills ● Strong interpersonal skills ● The ability to prioritise and delegate ● An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly ● Knowledge of your local community ● Previous events management experience.

What difference will you make?

By raising Cats Protection's profile on social media, you will make direct difference to the cats in our care, right here in the southwest. Raising just £5 can help us feed a cat for 25 days! Every pound raised really does go to make a huge difference.