Poppy Appeal Organiser - Heywood
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What will I be doing as a Volunteer Poppy Appeal Organiser / Joint Poppy Appeal Organiser?
• Attend as required induction and refresher training to help you in your role as a PAO/JPAO.
• Be a point of contact for, publicise, promote and organise the Poppy Appeal in your area
supported by your CFR or FRA.
• Promote and fundraise throughout the year by placing ‘all year round’ collection tins and attending
events.
• Develop links within your local community, including with business, youth, and community groups
to raise awareness and funds.
• Order (through the Poppy Appeal Organiser Online Ordering Portal), store and distribute poppies
and other fundraising items for the appeal.
• Take responsibility for recruiting, supporting, and deploying a network of fellow volunteer Poppy
Appeal Collectors to help you.
• Safeguard and accurately account for all monies taken during collections, banking promptly and
providing accurate records.
• With the support of the CFR/FRA carry out an annual review of your Poppy Appeal.
• Keep up to date with and implement changes to polices or procedures related to the role.
What skills and experience would I need, or could I develop?
You will be committed to and passionate about RBL’s vision and values and enjoy the challenge of
volunteering in a community fundraising role.
• Experience in planning and coordinating resources and people.
• Ability to build long lasting relationships with individuals and groups.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A good level of proficiency in using information technology, including use of email, websites and
being able to access and use documents online.
• Excellent time management.
• An ability to volunteer independently but also as part of and when leading a team.
• A commitment to acting in line with RBL policies and procedures, including those relating to data
protection; confidentiality; safeguarding; health and safety and equality and diversity.
What support will be available to me?
• A designated member of staff to help and support you with your RBL volunteering.
• Induction and further training and regular updates to support your development in the role.
• A Poppy Appeal Organiser Handbook
• A Volunteer Agreement that outlines what you can expect from us and expectations of you.
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