Organisation : Possible Dreams International
Location : Melbourne
Time required : Approx 16-24 hours in the lead up to the fundraising event (e.g. 2-3 hours per week over 8 weeks)
Duration of project : 6-12 months
Skill area : Events, Fundraising
Sector : Community Development, Health – General, Homelessness & Affordable Housing, Humanitarian
Application closing date : 28 Jul, 2023
About the role
We are seeking volunteers with events or fundraising experience to coordinate 1-2 fundraising events for PDI in Melbourne during 2023-2024. You will be joining a passionate and friendly team and supporting the life saving work of our Swazi team.
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate 1-2 fundraising events (e.g. gala dinner) in support of PDI’s field projects;
• Carry out all event administration, keep detailed records (including receipts and invoices) and manage funds raised in a timely manner;
• Organise fundraising team meetings and lead other volunteers to implement the fundraising event;
• Liaise with key stakeholders, namely all board members, team members, PDI community members and the general community in planning events;
Key attributes:
• Passion for PDI and understanding of our ethos
• Fundraising or event coordinator experience (highly desirable)
• Enthusiasm;
• Integrity & reliability
• An ability to manage volunteers;
• Teamwork
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Organised and able to meet multiple deadlines.
About the organisation
Possible Dreams International (PDI) partners with rural communities in the Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland) to improve health through a strategy of upholding dignity, emergency relief aid, and sustainability projects. Our Swazi led programs include housing, sanitation, water, emergency food relief, emergency transport to hospital/hospital admissions, maternal and child health fund, income generation projects and education. Please visit our website for more information https://www.possibledreams.org/
How to apply
Please email your CV/LinkedIn Profile to apply for this role to: hello@possibledreams.org. Applications prior to the deadline are encouraged & will be considered upon receipt. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please quote in application: Events Coordinator via Pro Bono Australia.
