Full job description Have you got a good cheering voice? Warm personality and a big smile? Want to spend some of your free time at the weekend supporting Parkinson’s UK and our fundraising activities? Come along to Walk for Parkinson’s: North Wales, pop on a cyan t-shirt, and be part of the team. The time you give volunteering helps make our events the best they can be, ensuring our walk attendees have the best possible experience.
What you will be doing
*Marshalling, ushering or cheering participants or event guests
*Running registration, information or merchandise stands
*Answering queries from event participants and providing information on the work of Parkinson’s UK
*Liaising with the event organiser to ensure things run smoothly, reporting any issues or concerns
*Event set up and packing down
*Collecting donations, e.g. bucket collections or selling raffle tickets
*Most event champions spend two to three hours with us
The skills you need
*Friendly and welcoming personality
*Happy to be part of a team
*Flexibility and willingness to change tasks as the event needs
*Able to handle money
What’s in it for you
*Meet others in your local community
*Learn first-hand how large-scale events are run, interacting with members of the public and Parkinson’s UK supporters
*Become part of the community of people on a mission to find a cure and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s
*A great day out after your volunteer shift