APPOINTMENTS ARE MERIT-BASED, RECOGNIZING INDIVIDUAL PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS RATHER THAN CURRENT OCCUPATIONAL STATUS.
Help with attendee registration, distributing badges, materials, and providing information about the World Food Safety Day conference schedule and venue.
Assist with the setup of World Food Safety Day conference sessions, ensuring audiovisual equipment is functioning correctly, and helping attendees find their seats.
Direct attendees to various World Food Safety Day conference areas, including session rooms, exhibitor booths, and dining areas.
Staff an information desk or booth where attendees can ask questions, get directions, and receive assistance.
Support exhibitors by helping with booth setup, providing directions to their booths, and answering questions about the exhibition area.
Assist speakers and presenters by ensuring they have the necessary equipment and materials for their sessions.
Encourage networking among attendees by organizing icebreaker activities, networking sessions, or social events.
Hand out conference materials, such as World Food Safety Day programs, brochures, and promotional items, to attendees.
Assist with poster session setup and provide information to attendees about the poster presentations.
Ensure that the conference is accessible to all attendees, including those with disabilities, by providing assistance and information on accessible features.
If serving as a lead volunteer or coordinator, oversee the tasks and schedules of other volunteers, ensuring that all responsibilities are covered.
Gather feedback from attendees about their conference experience and report any issues or concerns to the organizing team.
Be prepared to respond to emergencies or unexpected situations, following established protocols and assisting attendees as needed.
Assist conference sponsors and vendors with setup, coordination, and any special requests.
Share updates, photos, and highlights from the conference on social media platforms, if assigned to a social media volunteer role.
If proficient in multiple languages, provide interpretation services for non-English-speaking attendees.
Manage a lost and found area to help attendees locate misplaced items during the conference.
Assist with post-conference cleanup, including removing signage, disposing of materials, and ensuring that the venue is left in good condition.
Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with attendees, exhibitors, speakers, and fellow volunteers. Food Safety Day conference, attracting esteemed speakers, sponsors, and participants, while serving as a dynamic spokesperson and ambassador for the event.
