FUNDRAISING AND EVENT VOLUNTEER ROLE DESCRIPTION
LOCATION AND HOURS: Newry street collection
10th December 2026
REPORTS TO: Community Fundraiser
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PRINCIPAL FUNCTION: As a fundraising volunteer, you will play an important part in supporting the USPCA's work by helping raise vital funds. This role involves representing the charity at community events, assisting with collections, and supporting fundraising activities that help protect animals in need.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
In this role, volunteers help ensure fundraising activities run smoothly and positively represent the USPCA. Duties include:
· Supporting the USPCA at fundraising events, collections and community activities
· Engaging with members of the public in a friendly and positive way.
· Helping set up and pack away materials for events
· Promoting the work and values of the USPCA
· To dismantle the USPCA stall and return to the USPCA.
· To be a good ambassador for the USPCA, supporting and endorsing the aims of the charity and promoting the good image of the charity when interacting with the public and fellow volunteers.
· Following all organisational policies, procedures and guidance.
· To manage all data in relation to the USPCA supporters in accordance with data protection legislation and confidentiality.
SKILLS, QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE:
· To be over 18 years of age.
· Is friendly, polite and hardworking
· To be reliable and trustworthy.
· To enjoy working as part of a team.
· Is comfortable representing the USPCA and supporting the aims of the charity.
ALL VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED TO:
· To adhere to the volunteer policy.
· To always operate within the guidelines outlined in all other USPCA policies and procedures.
· Be smart in appearance and wear the uniform provided by the USPCA. Sensible shoes must be always worn.
· Maintain strict confidentiality.
· Participate in training deemed necessary by the USPCA and attend volunteer meetings.
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING AT THE USPCA:
· To meet new people.
· To develop your C.V. and learn new skills.
· To enable the USPCA to raise vital funds for the charity’s work in relieving suffering and preventing cruelty to animals.
· Access to the My Healthy Advantage app.
TRAINING AND SUPPORT:
· Training and support will be provided by our fundraising and events officer and our volunteer co-ordinator.
