About Irish Cancer Society
The Irish Cancer Society is the national charity dedicated to preventing cancer, saving lives from cancer and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer through patient care, research and education. The main work of the Society is the delivery of nursing services to patients with cancer throughout Ireland, including funding hospital based Oncology Liaison Nurses, community based Night Nursing for patients in their home, and Home Care Nursing teams. The Society also operates a FreeFone Cancer Helpline, staffed by fully qualified nurses, and is the largest single voluntary supporter of cancer research in Ireland.
What's Involved
The Colour Dash is the Irish Cancer Society’s 5k family fun run. Participants run, walk or jog as they are pelted by powdered paint. Each km represents a different cancer as well as cancer survivorship.
We’d love you to join us and help out on the day. Duties will include: stewarding, registration and paint throwing. Please note that jobs will be allocated on the day.
The Dublin Colour Dash takes place at Phoenix Park on Sunday 23rd June.
• Volunteer timings: 08.00-13.00
• Location: Chesterfield Avenue, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8
Please note all volunteers must be aged 18+.
What's required for this position
Volunteers will be interacting with the general public at the Colour Dash and need good communication skills to direct supporters.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 4hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Chesterfield Avenue, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
It’ll be a fun day for all involved, and we hope you can come on board.
