Job Descrption
We’re passionate about making the countryside in insert county a better place for everyone to enjoy. Our vibrant team of volunteers inspire people to care for the countryside and enjoy the benefits it brings wherever they live.
Volunteering with us is a fantastic way to help us champion environmental issues such as the climate emergency, renewable energy, biodiversity and sustainable transport.
With your support we can do even more! Event coordinators have an essential role in organising events and activities to involve people with our work.
Our friendly team will provide you with training and support to develop in your role. You’ll gain valuable skills and experience in event management and dealing with the general public.
Volunteer role
Events coordinator
Volunteer manager
Chair
Where you will be based
Community
Why we want you
By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your... skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
Events coordinators organise awareness raising activities, often with a fundraising aspect, to engage our supporters and encourage new ones.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with some experience in organising events. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s just right for you.
What you will be doing
Running a variety of events and activities to engage our supporters and the general public
Supporting the marketing and promotion of events in the local area
Helping to deal with any enquiries or offers of help
Planning and organising any required resources and suppliers
Setting up on the day and tidying up afterwards
Overseeing the activities and supervising any helpers
Providing a warm welcome and engaging people with our work
Ensuring the necessary risk assessments are carried out and documented
Liaising with teams at National CPRE for joint initiatives
The skills you need
An interest in the countryside and environmental issues
Some experience of organising events
A friendly and enthusiastic personality
Good organisational and communication skills
A flexible attitude and happy to volunteer outdoors at times
Happy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a team
Access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them
Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability with occasional attendance at meetings
What's in it for you
Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team
Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
We’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centre
We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses
Disclaimer
70 Cowcross Street, London, EC1M 6EJ, United Kingdom
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Your CV has been submitted successfully.