As key representatives our Community Ambassadors help tell the story of Air Ambulance NI and represent the charity in various ways – they may attend cheque presentations on our behalf; deliver talks and presentations to various audiences, help deliver and collect fundraising materials and help supporters with events.
What will the Role Include?
Promote the work of Air Ambulance NI by undertaking talks and presentations using resources supplied by Air Ambulance NI.
In conjunction with your Area Fundraising Manager, research and approach local groups and organisations which welcome outside speakers at meetings, events, AGMs etc.
Represent Air Ambulance NI at cheque presentations, accepting donations on behalf of the charity.
Ensure all donations and expressions of interest in fundraising and volunteering are passed back to the Fundraising team promptly for follow-up.
Represent Air Ambulance NI on exhibition stands, talking to prospective donors / fundraisers / supporters.
Act as the lead volunteer at a fundraising event, liaising with organisers where appropriate.
Deliver and collect fundraising materials for an event.
Promote events in your area e.g. through social media or distribution of publicity materials.
What skills and experience do you need?
Genuinely interested in and passionate about the work of Air Ambulance NI.
Experienced in presenting or willing to learn and confident in public speaking, although training will be given.
Polite and happy to communicate with the public, respond to and engage with audiences.
Willing to ask for support for the charity through volunteering or fundraising
Well-organised, with good people skills.
Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Knowledgeable about the local area.
Comfortable handling cash or donations.
Committed to assisting with fundraising in the community.
What can we offer?
A rewarding role with the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing to a life-saving cause.
Induction, full training (including shadowing of others), support and supervision in your role.
An excellent opportunity to build on your skills in a fundraising environment.
Agreed reasonable out-of-pocket expenses Invitation to attend our annual Volunteer
Recognition Event
Social opportunities – making new friends and working as part of #TeamAANI
Opportunity to attend events that may be of interest you.
What do we ask of you?
Complete the relevant application form
Provide names of two referees
Provide photographic ID
Accept and sign AANI’s volunteer policy Keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines
Complete an induction and any training related to the role
Minimum age required
18
Who will be my point of contact?
Nick, our Volunteer Coordinator and one of our Area Fundraising Managers.
Is driving essential?
Yes, you will need a full driver’s lisence.
How often will I be needed?
Varied depending on your availability