Motor Neurone Disease Qld

Love being outdoors, cheering people on and meeting new faces? Join us as a Walk Marshal at Walk to Defeat MND Cairns on Sunday 7 June at McKenzie Street Parkland, Cairns. You’ll be right in the action, supporting walkers along the route, keeping spirits high, and helping sell raffle tickets to raise vital funds for Queenslanders living with Motor Neurone Disease. If you’re fun, friendly and happy to be on your feet, we’d love to have you!!

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This annual event brings together the community to honour, remember, and support those affected by Motor Neurone Disease. As a valued MND volunteer you will share your creativity in a fun and meaningful environment and meet incredible people who share a passion for making a difference.

About the role

As Volunteer Walk Marshal you will support MND Queensland by helping ensure the smooth and safe delivery of the Walk to Defeat MND. This role involves guiding and encouraging participants along the walking route, providing general assistance, and supporting fundraising efforts through raffle ticket sales.

This is a great opportunity to support people living with Motor Neurone Disease while helping raise awareness and vital funds in the community.

When: Sunday 7th June

What Time: 7.30am to 12.30pm

Where: McKenzie Street Parkland, Esplanade, Cairns North

IMPORTANT EXTRA: You will need to come prepared for a day in the sun – wear comfortable, closed toed shoes, slip, slop, slap and bring a hat!

You will be:

• Guiding and supporting walkers along the designated route
• Providing encouragement, motivation and friendly interaction with participants
• Assisting with selling raffle tickets using cash and EFTPOS transactions
• Helping answer general questions and directing participants as needed
• Monitoring the route and reporting any issues to the Event Coordinator
• Assisting with general event setup before the event and pack down afterwards
• Contributing to an event that helps MND Queensland raise vital funding for people living with MND

About you

• Friendly, reliable and comfortable interacting with the public
• Fun, encouraging and approachable, helping create a positive experience along the route
• Comfortable handling money including Square and Eftpos Machines (support and instructions provided)
• Happy to work in a busy, outdoor, family-friendly environment
• Able to stand for periods of time and assist with light duties
• Comfortable taking direction and working collaboratively
• Reliable, punctual and able to complete a one-day volunteering commitment
• Passionate about helping others and making a positive impact

By volunteering your time and positive vibes, you’ll be helping MND Queensland raise vital funds and awareness to support people living with MND and their families.

Please note:

Our volunteer personal accident insurance requires volunteers to be at least 12 years old. Children aged 14 and under must attend with a parent.

Insurance coverage is provided up to age 75. Volunteers aged over 75 may still participate but should be aware that insurance coverage is limited.