Volunteer for cancer support

By giving us their time and expertise, our volunteers enable us to support those affected by cancer.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Make a Meaningful Impact: Help improve the lives of those affected by cancer and support our crucial awareness and education efforts.

Flexible Involvement: Choose from a variety of roles that fit your schedule, from hands-on assistance to remote tasks.

Ongoing Training and Development: Benefit from continuous training, including specialised job-related skills, to stay informed about the latest developments at Cancer Support Switzerland and enhance your effectiveness in your volunteer role.

Advance Your Career and Build Connections: Volunteering provides a unique opportunity to strengthen your CV, develop valuable skills, and grow your professional network.

Recognition: Volunteers with over a year of committed service may request a letter of recommendation.

Why we Volunteer

How You Can Help

Administration

Provide general administrative support
Tasks related to membership, database management, finance, report writing and IT (Salesforce experts appreciated!)

Outreach & Awareness

Represent us at events and information stands (hospitals, schools, companies, and more)
Connect with organisations and partners to raise visibility
Medical Outreach
Seek opportunities to promote our work across Switzerland

Drop-In

Welcome visitors
Answer phone calls
Help with other administrative tasks
But most of there, be there with a smile, a sympathetic ear and a cup of tea!

Fundraising & Events

Organise fundraisers and events like Steps for Cancer Support and our Open House
Support community fundraising initiatives
Run or help with one of our community spaces
Explore new funding opportunities
Manage donations and donor relations

Communications

Write articles, case studies, and other content pieces for newsletters and annual reports
Be a part of our social media team – help coordinate the team as well as content creation
Edit materials for clarity and consistency
Translation – most notably from English into French & German
Update the website
Support awareness events and fundraisers

Peer Support

Further into your volunteering, following additional training, consider becoming a peer supporter.
Tasks can include providing transportation, shopping for groceries, making a home visit or simply being there to listen.

Join Our Community of Volunteers!

At Cancer Support Switzerland, we believe that everyone has something valuable to contribute, and we’re always excited to welcome new volunteers! Even if our current openings don’t match your skills or experience, we encourage you to register with us. By joining our volunteer community, we’ll keep your details on file for future opportunities. Together, we can ensure that no one faces cancer alone! Fill in the form below and join our team. Our volunteer coordinator, Nicola, will be in touch.