Events Assistant Volunteer

Go Vol Herts; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity organization is seeking a dedicated Events Assistant Volunteer to support the Major Events Team in executing exceptional events throughout the year. You will assist in guest management, database updates, and event-related research, contributing at least 5 hours weekly. This role offers full training and the opportunity to be part of a fun and enthusiastic team committed to making a positive impact.

Benefits

Full training and support

Fun and enthusiastic team

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with guest inquiries and requests.
• Skills in database management.
• Research capabilities related to events.

Responsibilities

• Provide guest management support for events.
• Assist Event Officer with guest information.
• Support Event Manager with event-related tasks.

Job description

Willow is the only national charity working with seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 to fulfil uplifting and unforgettable Special Days.
Since 1999 Willow has fulfilled more than 21,500 Special Days for young adults living with life-threatening conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease, cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy and Huntington’s disease.

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Summary

The Willow events team is looking for support to help them deliver exceptional sporting, community and high-profile events throughout the year.

Detailed description

What’s involved?

Working closely with the Major Events Team to ensure the seamless execution of events, with responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Providing guest management support, such as:
• Assisting the Event Officer with guest inquiries and requests
• Entering guest information into the database
• Updating the database post-event with details such as raffle ticket sales, pledge cards, and auction contracts
• Assisting with auction fulfilment following the event
• Supporting the Event Manager with various event-related tasks as needed in the lead up to and following events.
• Carrying out research related to our events whether this be for the procurement of items, or to see what events and activities other charities are up to.

How long and how often:

We are ideally seeking an ongoing commitment of at least 5 hours per week. We would be looking for regular support on either a Tuesday, or Thursday when the Major Events Team is in the office.

What can you expect from us?

• Full training and support in all aspects of the role
• Being part of a fun and enthusiastic team