Volunteer Fundraising Group Member - Orkney, Shetland Islands, Highlands & at Marie Curie

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Event planning, Community engagement, Teamwork, Communication, Advocacy, Creativity, Proactive, Networking

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Join a local fundraising group near you and help make a real difference to end-of-life care. Fundraising Group Members roll up their sleeves and make local fundraising happen. You’ll work with others to plan events, support activities, and help raise vital funds for Marie Curie in your community. Availability: 2 hours per month Time: Flexible to suit your schedule Location: Orkney or Shetland Islands Criteria: Aged 18 or over and provide x2 character references - 18+, known for at least 6 months; friends, colleagues, or neighbours are all great options. What you’ll do: * Help plan and run local fundraising events * Share creative ideas and lend a hand * Engage with your local community * Attend and actively participate in group meetings * Advocate for and promote Marie Curie services to encourage people’s support Why you’d be a great fit: * A positive, can-do attitude * Team spirit - positively engage with others in your team * Passionate about supporting Marie Curie’s mission * Creative and proactive in suggesting fundraising ideas * You want to make a positive impact in your local community What you'll receive and achieve: * Essential training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support * Recognition for your time and effort * Updates on the difference you’re making * Long Service Awards * Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity * Travel and expenses covered * Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more Got questions? Contact Community Fundraiser Jillian Walker jillian.walker@mariecurie.org.uk [jillian.walker@mariecurie.org.uk] At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.

Responsibilities

You will help plan and run local fundraising events while engaging with your community to raise vital funds for end-of-life care. Additionally, you will attend group meetings and advocate for Marie Curie services to encourage local support.