When We Need You

From 25/02/2010 onwards

About Opportunity

Macmillan has major national events each year and a number of local ones including walks, runs and golf events. We are looking for a volunteer Events Assistant to help us plan and market these events, ensure that the participants understand the importance of their contribution to the charity and receive the highest quality donor care and support. Activities include: •Working from printed or computerised lists to contact supporters (pre and post event) checking that they have the information, advice and materials they require •Sending out materials as needed •Providing advice, if trained, in the relevant area or referring on in all other cases •Listening for opportunities for supporters to become involved in the charity in other ways •Helping with PR for the supporter or event by looking for supporter’s stories, organising press and PR on the day •Placing promotional materials for events in the local community •For local events, researching and booking event venues •Updating records on Macmillan’s system •Co-ordinating helpers/ volunteers/ cheerers on the day •Helping out on the day e.g. registering participants. Your help will make a big difference to both our fundraising team and our local supporters and you will gain good experience!