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Bookbanks Fundraiser – Volunteer Event Planners
Students will receive training and support throughout the project but will take the lead in shaping and delivering the event, developing practical employability skills you can evidence in future job applications and interviews. We want you to bring energy and creativity to the role – all ideas for the programme are welcome!
You must be available on 25 March for the event at Seesaw Space (and planning sessions across Feb/Mar)
Key Responsibilities
- Work as part of a student team to plan and deliver a public fundraising event
- Contribute to the promotion of the event across digital and on-campus channels
- Liaise with charity partners, venue staff and other stakeholders
- Support event logistics, including planning, set-up and front-of-house delivery
- Take part in training, planning meetings and post-event reflection
Skills Required
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience creating basic promotional or design assets (e.g. Canva or similar)
- Familiarity with social media platforms for event promotion
How to Apply
Please FILL OUT THIS FORM by Tuesday 10 February – which includes a short supporting statement (300 words) explaining why you would like to get involved in this event, and what you would bring to the role (or hope to level-up!).
Any questions, email Sarah Cleave: s.cleave@mmu.ac.uk
DEADLINE: Tuesday 10 February
Associated Badges:
In A Nutshell...
- Collaborate ... with students across the School of English
- Upskill ... in event planning, promotion and delivery
- Show Leadership ... by shaping and delivering parts of the event
- Build Networks ... with charity partners and event stakeholders
- Support Literacy ... by helping a book-focused charity fundraiser
- Earn up to 50 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.
Schedule
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13:00 to 14:00 on 18/02/26 - TBC On campus
Attend a meeting In this scheduled meeting we'll get to know the project team ahead of your independent work -
17:00 to 20:00 on 25/03/26 - Seesaw Space
Bookbanks Fundraiser Event