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Fancy volunteering at Foyle
Maritime Festival?
07.06.18
HAVE you an urge to get
others out on the water enjoying the River Foyle?
Anyone from the age of 16 up now has the chance to
be involved in one of the biggest events in Ireland
this summer by volunteering during Foyle Maritime
Festival which runs from July 14th – July 22nd this
year.
Aisling McCallion, Festival and Events Officer with
Derry City and Strabane District Council said:
“Volunteering can be a great way of adding to your
experience or giving something back to your
community. The Foyle Maritime Festival is looking to
add to our existing team of event volunteers and we
currently have roles available in a wide range of
areas.
“We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our
team and help us create an enjoyable, safe and
friendly festival for visitors and international
guests.
“You’ll have the opportunity to meet new people,
learn new skills, build your CV and give back to
your community while soaking up the fun at this
world class festival. Lunch will be provided each
day of your volunteering and a certificate of
appreciation will be awarded.”
Volunteering opportunities include On the Water
activity assistants, Welcome and Information
assistants, main stage assistants, Science of Water
marquee assistants, The Docks Zone assistants and
event production assistants. |
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Whether it’s a teenager
(16 and over) who wants to find something exciting
to do during the summer holidays, a young person
needing to gain vital experience in the field of
their chosen profession or an older resident keen to
enjoy the company of newcomers to the city,
opportunities abound.
While the posts are unpaid, there are a range of
benefits such as food allowance, a crew uniform, a
volunteer recognition event and a certificate as
well as free World Host training.
Volunteers are requested to give a minimum of 4
hours over the week of the event.
To make an expression of interest, apply online at:
www.foylemaritime.com or email:
aisling.mccallion@derrystrabane.com by
Wednesday, June 20th, 2018. A volunteer briefing
will take place at The Guildhall on Wednesday, June
27th at 2 pm.
The Foyle Maritime Festival has a wealth of
activities and attractions on offer to locals and
visitors alike. Up to 160,000 people are expected to
attend the nine day festival which culminates with a
spectacular Voyages showcase before waving farewell
to the Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race
fleet.
To find out more about Foyle Maritime Festival 2018,
visit
www.foylemaritimefestival.com . |
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