Fundraising bid volunteer

We’re looking for a volunteer to support our efforts in securing funding to grow our impact across Somerset. This role involves assisting in identifying suitable grant or funding opportunities, contributing to bid writing, and helping prepare end-of-funding reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify relevant funding opportunities
• Support the preparation and submission of funding applications
• Contribute to writing end-of-project reports for funders
• Assist in tracking spending against funding awards

Optional and depending on skill set

• Support the Treasurer with information for year-end financial summaries
• Maintain a record of fundraising deadlines and reporting requirements

This role is advertised as a task but can grow over time to take on greater responsibility in grant management and fundraising reporting if you wish.

🕒 Time Commitment

• Flexible, depending on funding deadlines
• On average: 4-8 hours per month over the course of a month

🌍 Location

Remote and flexible – most tasks can be done from home with occasional local engagement if desired.

It would also be helpful if you could attend one of our bus stalls to gain insight into the advocacy work we do.

🙋 Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For

• Strong written communication skills
• Organised and detail-oriented
• Some understanding of funding applications (or willingness to learn)
• Interest in community transport or public engagement a bonus
• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively

🎁 Benefits To You

• Experience in funding research, bid writing, and project reporting
• Skills in finance and project documentation
• Insight into the nonprofit and community transport sector
• Satisfaction knowing your work is helping improve bus services in Somerset

🧑‍🏫 Training & Support

• Informal training provided
• Access to examples of previous successful funding bids and reports
• Ongoing support from experienced volunteers and Management Committee members

💡 Ready to Get Involved?

• If you’re keen to support better buses in Somerset and want to meet like-minded people while doing something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you!