Vacancy: Volunteer Coordinator

Job Description: Full-time Volunteer Coordinator

Position: Full-time Volunteer Coordinator
Location: Head Office - Wards Ln, Congleton CW12 3LN, United Kingdom
Salary: £21,000 pro rata
Hours: Part-time, 24 hours or 3 days per week
Reports to: General Manager

About Us:

Join our friendly and professional team at Autism Dogs Charity, where we share a passion for dogs and helping autistic individuals. We provide life-changing assistance dogs to improve the lives of autistic people.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to coordinate our volunteer activities. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, be great with people, and share our love for animals. Previous experience is useful but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Volunteer Coordination: Manage and support a team of volunteers for various activities including fundraising, events, administration, marketing, puppy socialising, and dog meet and greets.
• Event Planning: Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events and activities.
• Fundraising: Work closely with the fundraising team to develop and implement strategies.
• Administration: Handle administrative tasks related to volunteer coordination and event management.
• Marketing: Support marketing initiatives to promote the charity's mission and events.
• Travel: Occasional travel is required for events and meetings, with driving skills being an advantage.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Essential
  • Highly motivated with lots of energy
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Great with people
  • Kind, caring, and hardworking
  • Conscientious and persuasive
  • Computer literate
  • Animal lover
  • Willingness to learn and be flexible to meet the needs of the role
  • Personal experience in volunteering
• Desirable
  • Good interview skills
  • Experience in coordinating volunteers
  • Good planning skills
  • Understanding of autism
  • Experience working with disabilities
  • Driving licence (preferred)

Benefits:

• Work amongst a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working environment with occasional travel.

How to Apply:

If you are enthusiastic about helping others and love dogs, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to abigail.autismdogs@gmail.com

Application Deadline: 25th August 2024

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of autistic individuals through the support of our dedicated autism assistance dogs.

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