Fundraising and Events Assistant

ROLE PURPOSE & HOW YOU HELP 

As a Volunteer Fundraising & Events Assistant, you will play a vital role in raising funds to support people experiencing homelessness to access and utilise our services at Chances House.  

 

 

LOCATION: Chances House - 2 Endeavour Street Mackay + various event locations in the Mackay region.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Volunteer 

 

HOURS:   

  • 4-6 hour shifts at various events as required (typically, events are held on weekends or after hours)
  • Various hours throughout the week as needed, particularly leading up to events (flexible, approximately 2-3 hours per week)
  • One x 1 hour Fundraising Meeting per month. (May be at Chances House, Online or elsewhere) 

This does not include travel time. Flexible volunteer options may be available.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Assist with planning of various events, appearances and stalls for the purpose of promoting and raising funds for Australian Street Aid Project.
  • Assist with transporting and setting up equipment at various events, appearances and stalls
  • Help to secure and collect donations from local businesses in instances where prizes are required (raffles etc.)
  • Assist with ticket sales as required
  • Collect monetary donations/event revenue on behalf of Australian Street Aid Project and safely store/transport as required
  • Engage professionally and effectively with other volunteers, community members, event hosts/staff, businesses and other stakeholders at events, ensuring that you always represent the values and professionalism of Australian Street Aid Project and escalate situations to management when required.
  • Attend monthly Fundraising and Marketing meetings and contribute your ideas, raise any concerns, and communicate with the team in a respectful manner.
  • Ensure you maintain the privacy and confidential of service users, volunteers and staff.
  • Participate in regular meetings and training sessions.
  • Effectively utilise the online volunteer portal for checking and updating your roster, learning, and communication with us.  

  

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 

  • Volunteers in this position are responsible for ensuring compliance with:  

  • The terms outlined in this position description.
  • The Code of Conduct
  • The Workplace People Culture
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • All other relevant policies, procedures, legislation and codes of practice.  

 

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY 

  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace, and abide by work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Report any identified hazards/risks via the organisations outlined policy and procedure. 
  • Actively engage in information and trainings sessions and support emergency preparedness.  

 

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES 

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Current Working with Children Blue Card
  • Ability to manage relationships with complex individuals.
  • Proficiency in negotiation and de-escalation techniques.
  • Commitment to regular meetings and training.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

BENIFITS 

  • Opportunity to make a positive impact in your community.
  • Work in a supportive and inclusive environment alongside dedicated volunteers and staff members.
  • Opportunity to expand your social network.
  • Negatable scheduling to accommodate your availability. 

 

ABOUT US 

Established in 2019, our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing place where people find immediate relief, hope, encouragement, and unwavering support to move from homelessness to safe shelter and opportunities for growth and independence. Our vision it to ignite purposeful and fulfilled lives. We value humanity, kindness, self-determination, connection, integrity and excellence, leadership, innovation and collaboration.