Description

Could you help to raise vital funds for SSAFA–The Armed Forces Charity in your local area? You don’t need a military background, just the ability to get on with all kinds of people, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If you already have some fundraising experience that would be great too but it’s not essential.

As Fundraising Coordinator, you would work with your local SSAFA branch to develop a Fundraising Plan. You would be central to delivering this local plan to raise funds through a range of local sources including grants, trusts, appeals, collections and events.

*What would you be doing?
• Developing an ethical fundraising plan based on the needs of the branch and choosing a mix of sources.
• Working with the branch secretary and Regional Fundraising Manager, recruit a team of fundraising volunteers to support events, appeals and collections.
• Working with the Regional Fundraising Manager, support national fundraising campaigns.
• Working with the Branch Publicity Officer, develop opportunities to combine awareness and fundraising.
• Planning and running local appeals, collections and events.
• Identifying and submitting applications to appropriate trusts and grant funding organisations.
• Working with Marketing staff at central office check that all fundraising materials meet SSAFA branding style and current key messages.
• Liaise with Regional Fundraising Manager when pursuing opportunities beyond local sources e.g. corporates,
• Evaluate fundraising activities and provide reports and information for the branch.
• Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA including all sections of the community in awareness raising.
• Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)

*What can you gain from this volunteering role?
• Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others
• Give tangible and practical support to your local branch by raising funds used directly to support clients
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
• Better physical and mental health –studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

A great opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated.

If you wish to volunteer/for further details please contact Shirley Lumby, Administration Coordinator at email: shirley.lumby@grampian.ssafa.org.uk or telephone: 07938 099 547.

Organisation aims and objectives

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. Our teams of trained volunteers and employees provide practical, emotional and financial assistance to the Armed Forces community enabling them to thrive.

Frequency and commitment details

Flexible-there are a range of times available to volunteer and all help is greatly appreciated.

Restrictions

Travel details: Although part of your local SSAFA branch, you would be based at home. You would also attend events and meetings. You would provide regular time commitment to SSAFA, but when and where would be flexible to suit you.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Public transport costs are full reimbursed and for use of own car, travel costs are reimbursed at 45p per mile. Travel and other out of pocket expenses are reimbursed on submission of an expenses form.
Training details: Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Includes: • On-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe. • Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - Fundraising workshops. • Access to a range of e-learning courses, fundraising guidance, and marketing materials. • Fundraising Manager (per region).
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
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