Fundraising Events Organiser- Torquay - Volunteer

Bascats; Torquay; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local animal charity in Torquay is seeking a passionate Volunteer Fundraising Events Organiser to lead various activities and inspire community engagement. You will play a vital role in organizing events, encouraging volunteers, and ensuring compliance with guidelines to raise funds for cats in need. If you have strong communication and organizational skills, along with a love for cats, we invite you to contribute to our mission.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or event planning is essential.
• Ability to motivate and support volunteers is crucial.
• Enthusiasm and a genuine affection for cats are important.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage volunteers in fundraising activities.
• Plan and coordinate fundraising events.
• Maintain records from fundraising events.
• Ensure events comply with Cats Protection policy.

Skills

Friendly and proactive

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Social media skills

Job description

Fundraising Events Organiser – Torquay – Volunteer

Our fundraising events organisers have the exciting and varied role of helping plan and deliver local fundraising events to raise the vital funds needed to help our feline friends.

What difference will you make?

As a Fundraising Events Organiser, you will play a key role in coordinating, motivating and supporting local volunteers in raising those all-important funds. Cats in our care rely on generous donations from people who love cats and count on volunteers like you to make those donations happen. You will lead volunteers in a variety of fundraising events and activities raising much needed funds for cats in your area.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for a friendly, proactive, and organised person to help lead our fundraising efforts and support Cats Protection’s vital work in caring for and rehoming cats in need. As a Fundraising Organiser, you’ll play an important role in helping us raise the funds that keep our local branch running — from food and veterinary care to rescue equipment and community outreach. Our ideal volunteer is someone who enjoys bringing people together, has great communication skills, and feels confident reaching out to others, whether that’s chatting with local businesses, engaging with supporters at events, or promoting activities online. Whether you’re comfortable representing Cats Protection in your community, sharing our mission with warmth and enthusiasm, you will be willing to lead and support others.

Being organised and reliable is key to this role. You’ll help plan, coordinate, and run a range of fundraising activities — from raffles and bake sales to online campaigns and larger community events. Experience in fundraising or event planning is essential. What matters most is your initiative, creativity, and willingness to learn. You’ll also need basic IT and social media skills to help promote events, keep simple records, and communicate with other volunteers. We’ll provide guidance and support every step of the way, as well as plenty of flexibility so you can volunteer around your own commitments.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting and encouraging volunteers who want to participate in fundraising activities
• Working alongside other volunteers and staff to plan fundraising events and activities
• Co‑ordinating and delegating key tasks prior to and at fundraising events
• Being responsible for funds raised and ensuring that they are accounted for and banked appropriately
• Maintaining records from fundraising events
• Encouraging others to promote a positive and professional image of Cats Protection
• Ensuring that fundraising events and activities comply with Cats Protection policy and guidelines and that local licences and permits are obtained prior to the event

Most importantly, you’ll be helping to ensure that every cat gets the care, attention, and second chance they deserve. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and levels of experience. If you have enthusiasm, good organisational skills, and a genuine affection for cats, we’d love to hear from you.