Reading already has a good sized fundraising group but they really need a new co-ordinator, who is passionate about Guide Dogs’ work, to take a lead in raising money for blind and partially sighted people.

What does the role involve?

• working as part of Guide Dogs’ fundraising team with staff and volunteers
• co-ordinating your branch in raising money through events or other activities, delegating tasks to other volunteers in your team as required, for example booking venues for events
• meeting with other volunteers in your team to help with booking venues for events
• welcoming new members
• liaising with Community Fundraiser and informing them of your group’s work and the people involved
• making sure your group follows policy and procedure when fundraising

What skills or experience are required?

• able to generate enthusiasm
• good communication and team-working skills
• able to motivate a group of people

What will I get out of it?

• sense of satisfaction in seeing donations generated
• work with a group of committed and passionate people
• support Guide Dogs to provide guide dogs and other mobility services that enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else
• make a difference in your local community