Position: Events Assistant volunteer
Reporting to: Events Officer
Direct reports: None
Salary: Voluntary
Hours: 1 day per week
Location: Welwyn Garden City
Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days.
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer with good administration and IT skills. You will be a vital support to the Events team, helping us to deliver a calendar of sporting, community and high-profile events, ultimately raising vital funds to deliver our services.
What’s involved?
Working closely with the Major Events team to ensure the seamless execution of events, with responsibilities including but not limited to:
- Providing guest management support, such as:
- Assisting the Event Officer with guest inquiries and requests
- Entering guest information into the database
- Updating the database post-event with details such as raffle ticket sales, pledge cards, and auction contracts
- Assisting with auction fulfilment following the event
- Supporting the Event Manager with various event-related tasks as needed in the lead up to and following events.
- Carrying out research related to our events whether this be for the procurement of items, or to see what events and activities other charities are up to.
How long and how often?
- We are ideally seeking an ongoing commitment of at least 5 hours per week. We would be looking for regular support on either a Tuesday or Thursday, when the Major Events team is in the office.
What can you expect from us?
- Job satisfaction knowing that your input creates special memories for seriously ill 16-40 year olds across the UK.
- Being part of a fun and enthusiastic team.
- Full training and support in all aspects of the role.
- Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.
Location – Willow, Gate House, Fretherne Road, Welwyn Garden City, Herts, AL8 6NS (option to work remotely and out of standard office hours)
How to apply – Send your CV and covering letter via email to Jo Tredgett (HR & Volunteer Manager) – [email protected] or you can complete our online volunteer application form via this link: https://forms.office.com/e/fQwhwQ9ShU