Community Engagement & Supporter Engagement

Community Engagement & Supporter Engagement

Organisation:
Whitstable Maritime.

Short

Description:

Community engagement and fundraising activities. Work with existing and potential donors.

• Develop positive connections with individuals, local groups, and businesses who wish to support the charity.
• Represent WM at community events, meetings, or informal conversations to raise awareness and interest.
• Share updates, thank supporters, and keep people informed.
• Help plan and deliver activities that encourage people to get involved, donate, or spread the word.
• Share stories and opportunities through social media, newsletters, and networks.
• Identify new opportunities.

• Develop positive connections with individuals, local groups, and businesses who wish to support the charity.
• Represent WM at community events, meetings, or informal conversations to raise awareness and interest.
• Share updates, thank supporters, and keep people informed.
• Help plan and deliver activities that encourage people to get involved, donate, or spread the word.
• Share stories and opportunities through social media, newsletters, and networks.
• Identify new opportunities.

• Evaluating & Reviewing
• Organising & Planning
• Research
• Teamwork

Communication

Skills:

Friendly, confident communication with supporters, community groups, and partners.

Relationship‑Building:
Ability to create positive connections and maintain supportive, long‑term relationships.

Organisation:
Keeping track of contacts, follow‑ups, and engagement activities.

Teamwork:
Working collaboratively with trustees and other volunteers.

Initiative:
Spotting opportunities, starting conversations, and taking small actions independently.

Community Awareness:
Understanding local networks and how to engage people effectively.

Professionalism:
Representing the charity positively in all interactions.

• Meaningful Impact:
  Directly help the charity grow its community support, making a visible difference to its work.
• Confidence & Communications:
  Regular interaction with supporters, partners, and the public to build confidence and communication skills.
• Relationship‑Building
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience forming positive, long‑term connections with people and organisations.
• Professional Development:
  Transferable skills in organisation, outreach, teamwork, and strategic thinking that strengthen a CV.
• Community Connection:
  Become part of local networks and contribute to something meaningful in Whitstable.
• Flexibility: A role that adapts to your availability and interests, making it easy to fit around work or family life.
• Supportive Environment:
  Being part of a friendly team that values their contribution and offers guidance when needed.
• Personal Fulfilment:
  The satisfaction of seeing their efforts help the charity thrive.

Approximately 2-3 hours per week, depending on time of year.

• Postcode: CT5 2AF
• Role Address:
  Whitstable, Faversham and surrounding areas preferred. Kent area also fine. Some work can be done remotely.

Number of volunteers required: 2