Events coordinator (CPRE London)

We’re passionate about making the countryside in insert county a better place for everyone to enjoy. Our vibrant team of volunteers inspire people to care for the countryside and enjoy the benefits it brings wherever they live.Volunteering with us is a fantastic way to help us champion environmental issues such as the climate emergency, renewable energy, biodiversity and sustainable transport.With your support we can do even more! Event coordinators have an essential role in organising events and activities to involve people with our work.Our friendly team will provide you with training and support to develop in your role. You’ll gain valuable skills and experience in event management and dealing with the general public.Volunteer role

Events coordinatorVolunteer manager

ChairWhere you will be based

CommunityWhy we want you

By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.Events coordinators organise awareness raising activities, often with a fundraising aspect, to engage our supporters and encourage new ones.We’re ideally looking for volunteers with some experience in organising events. Please look at our other opportunities to find one that’s just right for you.What you will be doing

Running a variety of events and activities to engage our supporters and the general publicSupporting the marketing and promotion of events in the local areaHelping to deal with any enquiries or offers of helpPlanning and organising any required resources and suppliersSetting up on the day and tidying up afterwardsOverseeing the activities and supervising any helpersProviding a warm welcome and engaging people with our workEnsuring the necessary risk assessments are carried out and documentedLiaising with teams at National CPRE for joint initiativesThe skills you need

An interest in the countryside and environmental issuesSome experience of organising eventsA friendly and enthusiastic personalityGood organisational and communication skillsA flexible attitude and happy to volunteer outdoors at timesHappy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a teamAccess to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using themBe able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability with occasional attendance at meetingsWhat''s in it for you

Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a teamEnhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experienceWe’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant trainingWe’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteeringGet involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conferenceThe opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centreWe provide out-of-pocket travel expensesDisclaimer

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