Cruise Passenger Programme looking for Meet and Greet Support Volunteers

Our Cruise Passenger programme is looking for volunteers to join and help support the team, led by Sarah Bell.

The two roles will support the programmes Meet & Greet events, where a team will be on-hand as passengers disembark from visiting cruise ships to greet them and provide local information.

Details of the volunteer roles are below.

Administrator & Logistics

▪ Setting up and event planning, ensuring that all Port and Shaping Portsmouth Health and Safety requirements are met.

▪ Communicating with our volunteers to arrange their attendance and ensure they have appropriate clothing and are fully trained for the event.

▪ Liaise with the Cruise Passenger Programme lead and Port team throughout the event so that all volunteers follow the correct protocols and training for our Meet and Greet event ethos.

▪ Managing marketing collateral and communicating with attractions to ensure we have sufficient stocks.

▪ Communicate with Visit Portsmouth and our top attractions for any important attraction updates ahead of the events.

▪ Assigning and communicating with lead volunteers to ensure they are prepped and ready for the event.

▪ Organise the wash-up meetings, take the actions, and distribute them to the team.

On-Site Events Lead

▪ Could be up to two sessions on one day (AM setting up and PM closing).

▪ Liaise with Admin/logistics manager both before and after the event to communicate an overview of the event.

▪ Set up the events – opening of building/arrange leaflets/display marketing banners/material.

▪ Liaise and follow instructions from the Duty port manager on the day of the events.

▪ Support other volunteers on the day.

▪ Manage refreshments provided by the port on the day.

▪ Close down the event – put away any marketing material and close of building.

▪ Attend and contribute to the wash-up meetings.

For more information and to apply, please email contactus@shapingportsmouth.co.uk. The closing date for applications is Thursday 26th May 2022.