Administrator

Why do you need me?

To assist and support the fundraising team with administration needs.

What activities can I be involved in?

• Compiling and preparing fundraising packs and mailings for events
• Thanking supporters and donor care by letter, email or telephone
• Collecting information for news releases and publicity
• Researching event venues, local groups and fundraising opportunities

What skills and abilities will I need to have?

• Good communication skills
• Able to work on own initiative
• Ability to work as part of a team
• An interest in charity or cancer care and the services that Macmillan provides

What are the goals?

• To provide administrative support for the fundraising team
• To assist the fundraising team in delivering excellent care and support to groups, businesses and individuals taking part in events for Macmillan
• To help the fundraising team maximise fundraising potential within the local community

What days of the week/time do you need me?

We would like you to commit to at least day a week.

Where will I be based?

You will be based at home with regular contact from the local Macmillan team.

What are the benefits to me?

• Meeting and working with new people
• Learning new skills whilst having fun!
• Gain new administrative skills
• Gain experience in charity sector and fundraising

What are the benefits to people who are supported by Macmillan Cancer Support?

• The fundraising team can focus their efforts on raising more money to provide services to support people affected by cancer
• The people you meet and interact with have a good impression of Macmillan and understand what we do
• We can reach more and more people helping us to achieve our ambition of reaching everyone affected by cancer by 2010
• Many of the people who support us have personal reasons for doing so; they want to raise money for our charity and your support will really mean a lot to them

What ongoing support/guidance will there be?

• Guidance and leadership from the local fundraising team
• The opportunity to meet other volunteers

Will my expenses be paid?

We pay volunteers' "out-of-pocket" expenses within agreed guidelines. Please contact us if you would like further information on expenses.

What's the next step?

We need you to fill out a volunteer application form [pdf 40kb]| and send it to:
gwilson@macmillan.org.uk| or contact Gillian Wilson on 01624 614315.