VOLUNTEER INTERN INFORMATION PACK

This pack includes:

§ WELCOME LETTER

§ ABOUT THE VOLUNTEER INTERSHIP

§ PERSON SPECIFICATION

§ HOW TO APPLY

§ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MONITORING FORM

For more information about the organisation please visit our website: www.wcrf-uk.org

Closing date: Monday 29th February 2016

World Cancer Research Fund

Fundraising Volunteer Intern

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WELCOME If you're passionate about healthy living and health promotion, and want to see a world where no one develops a preventable cancer, why not consider joining us at World Cancer Research Fund? Cancer currently affects one in two people in the UK but, as the cancer prevention experts, we know that about a third of the most common cancers can be prevented through eating a healthy diet, being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight. World Cancer Research Fund champions the latest and most authoritative scientific research from around the world on cancer prevention and survival through diet, weight and physical activity, so that we can empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk. We are a member of the World Cancer Research Fund network of cancer prevention charities based in Europe, the Americas and Asia. As a network, we are the world’s leading authority on cancer prevention through diet, weight and physical activity. To meet our vision of living in a world where no one develops a preventable cancer, we need high quality and motivated employees from a mix of backgrounds and with a range of skills and experiences. In return, we aim to offer the best possible working environment for people so that talent is nurtured and developed. Within this intern pack you will find additional information about the Internship role you are applying for. To apply for this Internship, please complete and submit a CV, covering letter (maximum two pages) and the attached equal opportunities form. If you have any queries please contact Human Resources at hr@wcrf.org or visit our website at www.wcrf-uk.org. On behalf of World Cancer Research Fund we thank you for your interest in helping to prevent cancer and wish you the best of luck with your application. Best Wishes, Human Resources

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ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

We are seeking a driven and enthusiastic volunteer intern who is will help in supporting the development of World Cancer Research Fund’s fundraising department and gain insight into a verity of Fundraising activities.

Who you will be volunteering with:

You will be volunteering with World Cancer Research Fund’s fundraising team who work hard to raise funds for our vital cancer prevention research and health information programmes. They fundraise from the following avenues:

• Corporate

• Events

• Community

• Memorials

• Trusts

• Individual & Legacy giving

World Cancer Research Fund’s Fundraising Department

What we are looking for:

§ Someone with enthusiasm, looking for their first exposure to the charity sector

§ Someone who is organised, and able to prioritise

§ Excellent communications skills to produce high quality work and build effective relationships with internal and external contacts

§ Able to work independently as well as being a reliable and conscientious team member

§ Good command of IT applications and databases

§ Proactive approach and good negotiator

§ A willingness to learn

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JOB DESCRIPTION Job title Fundraising Volunteer Intern

Department Fundraising

Reporting to Events Fundraising Manager

Responsible for N/A

Internship Length 3 months, 2 – 3 days a week

Location 22 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HH

Travel expenses This is a voluntary role but contributions to lunch and travel expenses of up £10.00 per day will be reimbursed

Main purpose of the Internship The volunteer intern will work alongside the Fundraising Assistant to support the development of World Cancer Research Fund’s fundraising programmes, working within budgets to maximise income targets. In the financial year 2015/16 – the year of our 25th Birthday, we want to increase our income from community fundraising by over 200%, and our events programmes will be growing too. You will pay a key part in supporting us to do this, as well as bringing our work to life for these supporters, and showing them the difference that their support makes. There will also be the opportunity to volunteer alongside and learn about other programmes including legacy fundraising, trusts fundraising and corporate fundraising. The volunteer intern will be supervised by the Events Manager, but will work closely with the Fundraising Assistant on a daily basis. The role also works closely with other fundraising colleagues and other departments when required to support World Cancer Research Fund’s programmes.

Main duties and responsibilities

A Community

1 Research community groups and potential fundraising opportunities, and work with the Events Fundraising Manager to develop approaches to this audience.

2 Build meaningful relationships with community fundraisers and be involved in all aspects of supporter care, from creating personalised verbal and written communications to maintaining up-to-date database records.

B Events

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Support Team Cancer Prevention – our team of runners, cyclists and trekkers across all active events - to maximise their fundraising potential by giving them all the support and encouragement needed to achieve their personal goals. Attend cheer points at weekend events throughout the period, supporting with recruitment of ‘on the day’ volunteers.

2 Assist with the organisation of our Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge event that involves participant recruitment, stewardship, pre-event logistics and follow-up.

3 Support the Fundraising Assistant to develop our successful skydiving programme, including contacting prospective jumpers, and supporting with the administration relating to this programme.

C Corporates & Trusts

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Support the work of both the Corporate Development Manager and Trust Development Manager by undertaking initial research to identify potential Corporates and Trusts and Foundations to support our Science and Health Information activities.

D General

1 When necessary, support any other tasks relevant within the fundraising team and across departments within the organisation.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person specification describes the specific experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and attributes that are needed for the Volunteer Internship.

Experience

Working in a team environment P P Working in an office environment P PCommunicating complex ideas to the general public P P P

Knowledge and technical skills

Excellent IT knowledge and MS Office skills P P P

Knowledge of social media and using it for marketing

P P

Passionate about fundraising and the third sector

P P

Personal attributes

Strong organisational and planning skills P P P

Able to prioritise and deliver high quality work to tight deadlines

P P P

Excellent communication and social skills P P P

Enthusiastic, motivated, reliable and willingness to learn

P P

Professional, inquisitive attitude P P

Enjoys individual, team and collaborative working

P P

Committed to policies and aims of WCRF UK P P

Application Assessment Interview

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HOW TO APPLY Timetable Closing date for applications: Monday 29th February 2016

First interviews: w/c 7th March 2016

Second interviews:

To apply

You can apply for this role by submitting a CV, covering letter (maximum two pages) and completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. Your covering letter should provide specific examples of past achievements to demonstrate how you meet each criterion of the Person Specification, and should also highlight how your skills and experience would benefit World Cancer Research Fund. Your CV, covering letter and completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form can be submitted by email or post:

E-mail: hr@wcrf.org

Address: Human Resources

World Cancer Research Fund UK 22 Bedford Square London WC1B 3HH UK

Phone: 020 7343 4200

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MONITORING FORM

World Cancer Research Fund is committed to equal opportunities for all. Please help us monitor the effectiveness of our Equal Opportunity Policy by completing and returning this form. This will be separated from your application prior to assessment and used solely for statistical purposes.

Post applied for: Please tick the appropriate boxes below: GENDER

Male Female

DISABILITY World Cancer Research Fund welcomes applications from people with disabilities. The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 describes a disability as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. Having read this definition, do you consider yourself to have a disability?

Yes No

ETHNIC GROUP The categories indicated below are those recommended for use by the Commission for Racial Equality.

How would you best describe your ethnic origin?

Bangladeshi Indian

Black – African Irish

Black – Caribbean Pakistani

Black – Other (please specify) White

Chinese Other (please specify) ............................................................................ NATIONALITY

UK

Other (please specify) ............................................................................ Thank you for answering these questions.