Events coordinator (Cornwall)

CPRE Rutland; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to improving the countryside by volunteering as an Events Coordinator. This role offers a unique opportunity to organize engaging events that champion environmental issues and foster community involvement. You'll gain valuable skills in event management while working alongside like-minded individuals who share your enthusiasm for the environment. With support and training provided, you will be well-equipped to make a real difference in your community. This is a fantastic chance to enhance your CV while contributing to meaningful causes and connecting with others who care about the countryside.

Benefits

Meet like-minded people

Enhance your CV

Relevant training provided

Reference for future work

Social events and workshops

Out-of-pocket travel expenses

Qualifications

• Experience in organizing events is preferred.
• Good communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Organize events to engage supporters and the public.
• Support marketing and promotion of local events.
• Supervise activities and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Event Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Interest in Environmental Issues

Tools

Computer

Internet

Job description

We’re passionate about making the countryside in Cornwell 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.

More about this role

Volunteer role

Events coordinator

Volunteer manager

Chair

Where you will be based

Community

Why 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.

What you will be doing

• Running a variety of events and activities to engage our supporters and the general public
• Supporting the marketing and promotion of events in the local area
• Helping to deal with any enquiries or offers of help
• Planning and organising any required resources and suppliers
• Setting up on the day and tidying up afterwards
• Overseeing the activities and supervising any helpers
• Providing a warm welcome and engaging people with our work
• Ensuring the necessary risk assessments are carried out and documented
• Liaising with teams at National CPRE for joint initiatives

The skills you need

• An interest in the countryside and environmental issues
• Some experience of organising events
• A friendly and enthusiastic personality
• Good organisational and communication skills
• A flexible attitude and happy to volunteer outdoors at times
• Happy carrying out tasks independently and as part of a team
• Access to a computer and the internet at home and be comfortable using them
• Be able to commit to volunteering regularly to suit your availability with occasional attendance at meetings

What's in it for you

• Meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team
• Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
• We’ll support you to develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
• We’ll give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
• Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
• The opportunity to attend a volunteer induction day at CPRE’s national office in London or a regional centre
• We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses