Fundraising lead volunteer

IW Volunteer; Newport; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing support

Suitable for Under 16's

Suitable for Under 18's

Volunteers covered by insurance

Job summary

IW Volunteer is seeking a Fundraising Lead Volunteer to help coordinate and lead fundraising activities for the Vectis corps of drums marching band. This role supports the long-term future of the band by developing new fundraising ideas, organizing events, and encouraging community involvement.

The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and enthusiastic about community music, with good communication skills. Hours are flexible, primarily during Tuesday evening rehearsals, but limited experience is required.

Qualifications

• Previous fundraising, events, charity, or community experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
• No musical knowledge or playing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with the fundraising team to develop new ideas and activities.
• Organise and coordinate existing fundraising events.
• Support raffles, refreshments, and community events.
• Identify and apply for grants and funding opportunities.
• Encourage community engagement and volunteer involvement.

Skills

Reliable

Organised

Friendly and approachable

Enthusiastic about supporting community music

Motivated and proactive

Good communication skills

Job description

Our community band is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic volunteer to help lead and coordinate fundraising activities that support the long-term future of the band.

Working alongside our existing fundraising team and band members, the Fundraising Lead Volunteer will help develop new fundraising ideas, organise and support existing activities, and encourage wider community involvement.

Main ResponsibilitiesThe role may include:

• Working with the band’s fundraising team to develop new fundraising ideas and activities
• Helping organise and coordinate existing fundraising events and initiatives
• Supporting raffles, refreshments, tuck shop sales, fete stalls, and community events
• Helping identify and apply for grants and local funding opportunities
• Assisting with sponsorship and donation opportunities
• Encouraging community engagement and volunteer involvement
• Helping coordinate fundraising rotas and volunteers where needed
• Attending Tuesday evening rehearsals occasionally to stay connected with the band and ongoing activities
• Supporting communication between volunteers, band members, and committee members

The role can be shared between more than one volunteer if preferred.

Skills

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organising events and people, is community-minded, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a local charity organisation.

No musical knowledge or playing experience is required.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and organised
• Friendly and approachable
• Enthusiastic about supporting community music
• Motivated and proactive
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Able to communicate well with a range of people

Previous fundraising, events, charity, or community experience would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Posted for:
Vectis corps of drums marching band

• DBS check required
  DBS required if attending practises.
• Ongoing support
• Suitable for Under 16's
• Suitable for Under 18's
• Volunteers covered by insurance

When can I volunteer?

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Morning No No No No No No No

Afternoon No No No No No No No

Evening No Yes No No No No No

Availability Details

Times can vary depending on volunteer availability. The band practises every Tuesday evening, to help stay connected with the band and ongoing activities you would be welcome to attend practice when available.

Location

This opportunity has no specific location.