As our Regional Development Events Volunteer, you’ll help to plan and deliver well organised activities and events which provide information for people living with MS as well as help us to engage with the MS community to understand local priorities and needs.

Across the UK, our Regional and Community Development teams work alongside our local groups to play an active role in increasing awareness of and engagement with the MS Society locally.

As our Regional Development Events Volunteer, you’ll help to plan and deliver well organised activities and events which provide information for people living with MS as well as help us to engage with the MS community to understand local priorities and needs. Whether that’s developing and supporting the promotion of the event alongside the Regional Development Team, serving refreshments, talking to people or registering attendees you’ll be making sure everyone feels welcome.

In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills.

What the role involves
This role may vary depending on needs, but is likely to include:
 Supporting with the planning of events and activities
 Looking at and sourcing local venues
 Assessing access at local venues
 Supporting with the promotion of events and activities.
 Identifying other local organisations that could promote the event
 Attendance at and contributing to planning meetings.
 Assisting with setting up activities on the day of the event
 Supporting people that attend activities, including making and serving refreshments and supporting people to access the event
 Supporting the running of an event including registering attendees
We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, including an induction into all the areas outlined. You will have a chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.

What you need for this role
Essential
 An understanding of disability, equality and inclusion practices or the willingness to learn
 Able to follow our policies and procedures.
 Able to keep people’s personal details safe
 Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
 Effective organisation skills
 Comfortable communicating with a range of people
 Committed to our values

Desirable
 Enjoys being part of a team
 Positive attitude and willingness to help where needed


In order to volunteer in this role you will need to:
 Complete your Welcome and Induction Checklist in the back of your ‘Welcome Pack’ (opens in new window).
 Complete the training listed below:
Mandatory Training
Role specific training
Data protection eLearning
Induction with your volunteer point of contact
Sources of support
We will ensure that whist volunteering with us you will have access to all the support you need to feel comfortable, confident with what you are doing and able to achieve the most impact though your time with us.
For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected]