Erne Volunteer Branch Co-ordinator

A bit about this role

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats and kittens each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups. We have over 250 branches across the UK, all of which help our feline friends in different ways. Branches take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer co-ordinators lead their local team by supporting and managing volunteers within their group, maintaining communications with both volunteers and staff, and helping promote a positive and professional image of Cats Protection.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Liaising with your Regional Development Manager (RDM) to plan activity

• Making sure the team observes charity best practice and compliance
• Leading the team to follow Cats Protections policies, procedures and guidelines
• Supporting and guiding other volunteers in their roles

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a real contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens in your local area by supporting a dedicated and passionate volunteer group. You will meet new people, make new friendships and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Strong interpersonal, leadership and people management skills
• Experience of promoting a positive team environment
• Confidence and experience of ensuring policies, procedures and processes are met
• Good communication skills with individuals and groups at all levels
• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and delegate
• Ability to think and plan ahead
• Good IT skills

Time expectation

Our co-ordinators usually spend 10 to 15 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed. There will be times of year when more hours are required, such as towards the end of the financial year, but support and guidance are always available.