Volunteer

Description

A hugely rewarding role, as a Foster Kitty Visitor you will visit fosterers in their home to assess kitties that are not improving or fosters who need guidance. 

 

CDPA is a registered charity dedicated to caring and improving the lives of cats and dogs in Ireland. Our volunteers collaborate with local communities to reduce animal suffering through our Trap-Neuter-Return, foster-rehoming and welfare programmes.  

 

Commitment required: Minimum 6 months 

Minimum weekly commitment: 2-3 visits per week 

Location: In person (North and South Dublin) 

Other requirements: Own vehicle required 

  

 

Other requirements  

• Access to own computer 

• Access to own vechile

 

As a CDPA volunteer you will be benefit from 

• A hugely rewarding volunteering experience  

• Access to a strong, supportive community of animal rescuers throughout your volunteer journey with the CDPA  

• A full induction, comprehensive training & ongoing support 

• Ongoing training from an expert team of volunteers 

• Opportunities to become involved in other aspects of the charity 

• Experience of working in the Animal & Charity Sector 

Is training provided?: Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Role Description 

• Organize visits with the cat fosterers at their home 

• Inform and advise fosterers who need more guidance with help from the team 

• Carry out a behavior assessment and fill out a report 

• Escalate concerns as necessary 

Skills required for this role:

Desired Qualities 

• Good communication & interpersonal skills 

• Fluent in English 

• Kind, caring, patient, reliable & dedicated  

• Empathetic towards animals and other volunteers 

 

Desired Experience 

• Experience and knowledge in cat behavior is necessary 

• Proven experience socializing feral cats and kittens is preferable 

• Experiencing in communicating with a wide range of people from different backgrounds 

Minimum time commitment per week:
4 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
Please complete the following application form to https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b95d4afb87c047b9b4a25510423a589a Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an informal interview via video call.