Fundraising administrator volunteer (Cambridge)

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes on fundraising projects? You can support your local fundraising team in a volunteer administrator role.

You will be supporting your team with Corporate Partnership & Grants research and engagement activities, helping to develop and maintain strong partnerships across our networks and supporting with the research, preparation and submission of funding applications. Your help will raise vital funds and together we can make a big difference.

To join our team you don't need any previous experience, however basic computer literacy and an understanding of Microsoft office is desirable. We ask that you are warm and enthusiastic as we will provide training necessary (including coronavirus specific measures).

You will need to be over 16 (16-17 subject to parental consent, risk assessment and supervision considerations). We look forward to meeting you!

Health and Safety Statement

We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety.

We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment. We will also have a conversation with you to discuss any restrictions that may still be in place in your region and identify any adjustments you may need.

More about this role

Volunteer role

Fundraising administrator volunteer

Volunteer manager

Fundraising manager

Where you will be based

Home

Why we want you

From helping with thanking our amazing donors, to researching potential new partnerships, this is an exciting opportunity for you to get involved in the vital planning and administrative tasks which keep our team going. This role can be undertaken from home providing you have access to a suitable pc or laptop, or in a British Red Cross office (subject to availability)

What you will be doing

• Supporting with thanking donors, and other vital admin tasks
• Researching and contacting local business and organisations
• Helping with the organisation and promotion of a variety of projects
• Contacting volunteers and supporters

The skills you need

• Enthusiasm!
• The ability to work both independently and in a team
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
• Min age 15 (subject to parental consent, risk assessment and safeguarding considerations)

What's in it for you

• Gain experience in an administration/office role
• Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team
• Learning opportunities so you can represent the British Red Cross with confidence
• The knowledge that you are making a difference to people's lives
• Be the power of kindness in your community

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