RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)

A leading animal welfare organization in Milton Keynes seeks a volunteer Events Coordinator. The role is flexible, allowing support for fundraising events during convenient hours. Responsibilities include organizing event paperwork, contacting businesses for sponsorships, and maintaining organized records. Ideal candidates will have good communication and organizational skills, with guidance provided for the role. This opportunity is a chance to make a meaningful contribution to animal welfare in the community.

A community-focused animal welfare organization is seeking Maintenance / Gardener Volunteers to help with various tasks including painting, gardening, and preparation for events. Volunteers will gain valuable skills, meet new people, and contribute to the welfare of animals. The ideal candidates should be 18+, willing to help outdoors, and ready for training opportunities. This role provides a chance to be active and make a difference in the community.

A charity organization in Greater London is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to help recruit, train, and retain volunteers. This role involves writing volunteer role descriptions, processing applications, and ensuring training completion. Candidates should have strong organisational and communication skills, with a passion for animal welfare. Commitment is approximately 4 hours per week, with occasional evening or weekend involvement required. Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need.

Would you like to help our Events & fundraising team? We're looking for a friendly, organised person who can give just a few hours a week to support our events team at the MK RSPCA. This flexible role can be done in the day or evenings of your choice, and it's a great way to make a real difference behind the scenes! Overview of opportunity Our Events Coordinators are vital in helping us organise fundraising events. This is an excellent volunteering opportunity which would enable you to play a major role in our fundraising activities, really put your flair into the role, and gain a vast amount of personal satisfaction and achievement in return. About the RSPCA Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering. Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day! The RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks Branch The Milton Keynes & North Bucks Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA. Volunteer Events Coordinator responsibilities Contacting stallholders to follow up on payments and documents Keeping our shared Google Drive and spreadsheets tidy and up to date Reaching out to local businesses for raffle prizes, donations, or sponsorships Completing event paperwork and liaising with organisers Coordinating with shop teams to gather donated items and arranging drop-off/collection What we are looking for in a volunteer Events Coordinator You don't need prior experience - just good communication skills, a bit of organisation, and enthusiasm for helping our events run smoothly. We'll provide guidance and support, so you feel confident in the role. What we can offer you as a volunteer Events Coordinator Meet new people and make new friends Learn great new skills to add to your CV Volunteer in a fun environment at the heart of the local community You'll be making a huge difference to the welfare of animals Ongoing support, training and guidance will be provided. How to Apply: If you've got the drive and compassion to volunteer with the RSPCA and are passionate about improving animal welfare, we'd love to hear from you! Please visit our website to learn more about what we do. Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need. Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. Dependent on the role we may ask you to provide contact details for two referees

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual who can devote their time to volunteering with us as a Volunteer Coordinator, helping specifically to recruit, train and retain volunteers across the branch. This role focuses on building and strengthening the branch's volunteer base, enabling us to deliver vital local animal welfare services while ensuring our charity shops operate efficiently and effectively. Charity Shop Assistant Roles We Are Looking to Develop Trap, Neuter & Return (TNR) Volunteer Online Sales (eBay/Vinted) Volunteer Fundraising & Events Volunteer Key Responsibilities Writing and reviewing clear volunteer role descriptions in collaboration with managers and coordinators Advertising and publishing volunteer opportunities across appropriate platforms Processing and responding to incoming volunteer applications Matching volunteers to roles that suit their interests, availability and strengths Ensuring role-specific training is completed Supporting managers and coordinators with the induction of new volunteers Creating and maintaining a positive, inclusive and supportive environment for all volunteers Monitoring volunteer engagement and identifying ways to improve retention Acting as a key point of contact for volunteer-related queries & assist with management of the volunteer inbox Skills & Experience Needed Strong organisational and time management skills Confident communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work collaboratively with managers, coordinators and volunteers Good administrative skills and attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle personal information appropriately Comfortable using email, basic IT systems and social media platforms Friendly, approachable and supportive manner Able to motivate and engage people from diverse backgrounds A passion for animal welfare and commitment to the values of the organisation Personal Qualities Enthusiastic and proactive Reliable and self-motivated Empathetic and patient Solution-focused with a positive attitude Commitment Flexible, approximately 4 hours per week. Some occasional evening or weekend involvement may be required to support recruitment events or volunteer inductions. How to Apply: If you've got the drive and compassion to volunteer with the RSPCA and are passionate about improving animal welfare, we'd love to hear from you! Please visit our website to learn more about what we do. We hope you are interested in volunteering for the Finchley, Golders Green and Hendon Branch. For more information and to apply please complete our volunteer application form here. Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need. Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and depending on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.