One Walk Cymru Event Lead Volunteer

What will I be doing?

The Event Lead volunteers work alongside our Active Events team staff members to plan and deliver the One Walk Cymru event. Event Lead volunteers use their unique skills and local knowledge to deliver a successful event, ensuring we raise as much awareness about living with type 1 diabetes, and money for life-changing research, as possible.

Please note: we are looking for someone who is based within the Cardiff/Welsh T1D community for this role as you will use your local knowledge to plan and promote the event.

Duties include: 

• Working with the Active Events Manager and other volunteers to plan and deliver the One Walk Cymru Event. 
• Join a bi-weekly team meeting with the Active Events Manager to track the progress of the event and address any issues. 
• Follow Breakthrough T1D event management processes, supporting the writing of event documents and ensuring that the event complies with local regulations, safety standards, and Breakthrough T1D’s guidelines. 
• Liaising with suppliers to order event equipment, resources and book entertainment for the event. Coordinate the delivery of equipment and materials on the day. 
• Managing a small budget provided by Breakthrough T1D, tracking all expenses related to event resources, entertainment, and supplies.  
• Work with the Active Events Manager to implement a local marketing strategy using the provided resources, such as flyers, posters, and social media templates. 
• Using your own local network to plan and promote the event, including recruiting participants, suppliers and volunteers. 
• On the day lead a small team of volunteers to successfully deliver a One Walk event, oversee event operations and be the main point of contact for all event-related activities. 

What skills or experience do I need?

• Event planning experience and/or good organisational skills. 
• Working with others or leading a small team. 
• Financial management or confidence in handling a small budget. 
• Good local knowledge to engage with local communities and use networks to promote event and recruit participants, suppliers, and volunteers.  
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with suppliers, working alongside our staff team, and supporting a small group of volunteers. 
• Ability to think on your feet and resolve issues as they arise, particularly on event day. 
• Passion for the cause and commitment to delivering a successful event that supports Breakthrough T1D’s mission. 

Please note: this role is best suited to someone who is based within the Cardiff/Welsh T1D community as you will use your local knowledge to plan and promote the event. 

When do you need me?

One Walk Cymru is scheduled to take place Sunday 1st June at Parc Gwledig Cosmeston. Planning for your event will start as soon as possible.  

We ask that you volunteer 3-4 hours a week for event planning. This may need to increase closer to the event. You must be available from 7am-4pm on the proposed event day as the Event Lead.   

Where will I be based?

You’ll be planning an event local to where you live, and you can work from home/remotely. Please note this role is best suited to someone who is based within the Cardiff/Welsh T1D community as you will use your local knowledge to plan and promote the event. 

You will be required to visit the One Walk event site as well as walk the route at least twice before the event day. 

What training and support will I receive?

When you sign up to become a volunteer, we’ll send you a copy of our Volunteer Handbook and any relevant policies you’ll need to know about.  

You will receive role specific training through Breakthrough T1D’s Learning Hub which will include, Type 1 Awareness Training, Health & Safety Training, safeguarding and cash handling. 

Bi-weekly team meeting with the Active Events Manager to track the progress of the event and seek support.   

You’ll have the name and contact details of a staff member who’ll support you in this role and answer any questions you have.  

And you can contact the Volunteer Team at volunteering@breakthroughT1D.org.uk or on 020 3410 6084 at any time. 

How do I apply?

If you’d like to apply for this role, please fill in the form below.

If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a 15-minute online call with the Active Events Manager and Volunteer Manager, to discuss the role and answer any questions you have.