supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Fundraising & Engagement Volunteer
with Scottish Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals.
| About this opportunity: | The Scottish SPCA is Scotland's only all-animal rescue service and their work is done without any government funding • They are looking to expand their team of vital fundraising and community engagement volunteers as fundraising is now more important than ever and support is required in every Scottish community • This role can be tailored around current lifestyle and commitments, accommodating personal preferences relating to both time commitment and tasks to be completed • The volunteer may attend events, help with bucket shakes or collection cans, and there is also the opportunity to join the speaker network or help with pop-up advice hubs - there's lots to choose from • By building relationships within the local community, the Scottish SPCA hopes that volunteers will have fun, learn new skills and meet new people • For anyone passionate about animal welfare and looking to make a difference, this may be the ideal role • |
| Takes place: | Please contact us to find out when this opportunity takes place. |
| Minimum age: | 16 |
| Maximum age: | 100 |
| Training provided: | No details were provided about the training made available to volunteers. Please contact us to find out more. |
| Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - We pay mileage at 0.45p per mile up to 15 miles each way (up to 30 miles total) per volunteering shift. We also cover train/bus tickets up to £12.50 per return journey. Volunteers provide a bank mandate form and submit their expenses request within a month of incurring the request. Expenses are processed and reimbursed by our finance team twice monthly. |
| Experience required: | We are looking for people who are passionate about animal welfare and the work of the Society. Volunteers should be friendly, approachable and confident in building relationships. |
| Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. |
| Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References |
| Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. |
| Travel Details | This opportunity is based in the community and events could be held at any number of locations throughout Fife. Volunteers should able to travel to and from these locations by whichever means they prefer. A car/driving licence is not required for this role. As the role is flexible in terms of commitment, volunteers are not expected to attend every event unless they wish to. |
| Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |