Activity Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Edinburgh

It is an exciting time to be involved in Scouting, as we develop and progress our Skills for Life strategy, in order to prepare better futures and deliver skills for life to young people who want to access Scouting. 

The County Lead Volunteer (County Commissioner) role is an important UK Headquarters appointment within the England Team, responsible for providing inspirational and effective leadership for one of the 60 English Counties.  As County Lead Volunteer (County Commissioner) you will take the lead for implementing our 2018-25 strategy with your team of 18 District Commissioners and ensuring they feel motivated and supported to lead the Scout Groups in their Districts to success.

As a County Lead Volunteer you will be able to really develop and hone your leadership skills by managing teams of remote volunteers across the breadth of Hertfordshire. Leading and managing volunteers provides so much more opportunity and experiences than with employees, what you can gain by doing this really well can be a great asset for your professional life as well as in Scouts. The issues and challenges that you find ways to tackle will stretch you as an individual and as a leader and you’ll find yourself discovering new things that you are capable of achieving.

If you get a kick out of seeing things happen, achieving success and making a positive impact to a wide audience then the County Lead Volunteer role definitely provides all of that. In this role you will get to see the difference that Scouts makes to so many young people’s lives across a large area, helping them developing skills for life, fostering friendships and providing so many incredible and unforgettable experiences.

What is the purpose of this role?

To provide support to the Project Coordinator at Scams Awareness events that take place in Community venues across Nottingham City & County.

What impact does this role have?

Our Scams Awareness Events, provide vital information to older people on how to be more aware of different types of scams and how to avoid being scammed. The events also provide support to those who have been scammed or had a near miss. Providing support at these events will mean that you are directly liaising with people affected or at risk of being affected by scams and you will have the opportunity to potentially change their outcome.

What activities might you be involved in?

· Liaising with the Project Coordinator to put dates in the diary where you will jointly attend events in the community.

· Helping with the setting up and packing away at Scams Awareness events the Project Coordinator is attending.

· Welcoming people to the event.

· Supporting the Project Coordinator at events, manning an information stand, handing out leaflets, making a note of any queries from attendees (which will be answered by the Project Coordinator at a later date) and taking contact details for scams referrals.

· Volunteering in line with the Charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the Volunteer Code of Conduct

What are we looking for?

Ø  Individuals with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people

Ø  A cheerful, ‘can-do’ attitude

Ø  Individuals who have excellent interpersonal skills.

Ø  Individuals who maintain confidential communication where applicable.

Ø  A passion for the work of Age UK Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

Ø  Flexibility

Ø  Individuals who can travel to events throughout Nottingham City & County either by car or by public transport.

When would you be needed to volunteer?

You will need to be able to commit to attending one Scams Awareness Event when required (which are often run on a Wednesday or Thursday during the day), but there may be occasional requirement to support an event taking place in the early evening.

What training will you be given?

You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role which will include a thorough departmental induction.

What can you gain from this opportunity?

· The chance to make a difference to older people’s lives

· Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one

· A comprehensive training programme

· The opportunity to learn new skills

· Experience to add to your CV

· The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends

· Reimbursement of travel expenses as defined in the Age UK Notts Volunteer Handbook

Additional Information

Please note a Basic DBS check is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.

***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***

Faith to Faithless are launching a brand new helpline for apostates in the summer of 2023, for people leaving high-control religions, and we’re looking for committed, compassionate volunteers to join us. 

You will be a motivated, dedicated, and organised person with great communication skills, who is enthusiastic about volunteering your time and skills to support individuals leaving high-control religions (also known as apostates). You will have lived experience or understanding of the issues apostates face, and a kind and empathic approach to working with others.

We’ll train you to handle calls with confidence, and you’ll be getting valuable experience in supporting service users with multifaceted needs. This is a volunteering role where you can develop your interpersonal skills, help members of our community that need it most, and make a real difference in their lives by helping them to get back on track to living happy, purposeful lives without religion.

Key Tasks and Activities

• To respond quickly and efficiently to calls requesting help, providing a listening service, signposting and information to people who have experienced victimisation due to leaving their religion.
• To deliver work which adheres to high service standards, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures.
• To keep and maintain accurate and confidential records of all work undertaken.
• To identify and maintain appropriate boundaries for all callers and recognise when and where to signpost callers for further help/information as appropriate with appropriate support from the apostate services manager
• To proactively continue to develop appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills through regular reading of information and attending training courses.
• To support the training of helpline volunteers as required.
• To attend supervision, meetings and appraisals.
• To undertake any other appropriate duties as requested by the ASM
• To work at all times within the policies and procedures of Humanists UK.

Download and read the full application pack for more information. To apply, please complete the application form telling us why you’re interested in the role and detailing how you match the person specification on page 4 of the application pack. Then return the completed form with the subject ‘Helpline Volunteer’ to volunteer[at]humanists[dot]UK.

Could you volunteer in your local PDSA charity shop and help us raise vital funds to treat pets in need?

PDSA is a charity with 48 pet hospitals that supports pets and people in need. All of our charity shops need an amazing team of volunteers to make them a success and we need you now more than ever.

By becoming a charity shop volunteer with PDSA you will:

• Gain retail experience

• Develop new skills and boost your CV 

• Meet new people 

• Support your local community 

• Donate your current skills and knowledge 

• Have fun

• Be part of a friendly team 

Charity Shop Volunteers are involved in a wide range of roles and day-to-day activities that support the running of each shop and even a few hours a week will make a difference.

On the shop floor you could be involved with providing excellent customer service, processing transactions on the tills, replenishing stock and putting up eye-catching displays to entice customers in. 

Behind the scenes, volunteers get involved with sorting through donations to find those hidden gems and preparing goods for sale by sorting, steaming and pricing

We provide training, so you don’t need experience – and we reimburse travel expenses so you won’t be out of pocket.  

We’re looking for people who are 18 years of age or over that enjoy working as part of a team and making a difference. 

Get in touch today to talk to us about volunteering in one of our shops or to apply for this role please visit Volunteering with PDSA - PDSA 

PDSA positively encourages volunteer applications regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.  

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.    

To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks. 

We’re always looking for empathetic individuals with great listening skills to train as non-religious pastoral support volunteers and join the Non-Religious Pastoral Support Network (NRPSN), working within Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care teams to provide like-minded support for people in difficult times. Research has shown that despite purporting to support everyone, only 4% of chaplaincy team visits are made to non-religious people. However, 69% of the population think specific non-religious care should be available, and non-religious people have the same need to talk about ‘the big questions’ and receive like-minded support.

Our volunteers and paid members work in the NHS, HMPPS, and the armed forces. We have trained more than 300 pastoral carers, and currently have a presence in 9% of prisons and in 30% of NHS Trusts and growing. The covid-19 pandemic has severely affected our volunteer numbers, and we are working hard to ensure that non-religious pastoral care is available to all. Will you join us in making pastoral care more inclusive and equal?

Upcoming training dates:

• London – 16 & 17 March 2024
• Midlands – 25 & 26 May 2024
• London – 27 & 28 July 2024
• Wales – 26 & 27 October 2024

After training, you’ll need to be able to commit at least half a day a week to volunteering, and you’ll need some tenacity along with the confidence and interpersonal skills to work with religious colleagues. You’ll be rewarded by being a positive support to people in their hour of need, and by being part of real change in how institutions support non-religious people.

Please read the attached Application Pack, and then complete and return the Application Form (when you click the link it may automatically download to your device) to register your interest. The application deadline is six weeks before your chosen course, and interviews will be completed shortly after your application is received.

Croydon Community Against Trafficking (CCAT) is a small Croydon-based charity which is committed to the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. We are currently five trustees, one project manager, and a handful of volunteers.

We are currently establishing a multi-stakeholder project which aims to make the London Borough of Croydon a Slavery Free Borough. This is a significant operation and is currently in the initial stages, having just had the first of many multi-stakeholder meetings.

We are looking for an organised and numerate volunteer to help with marketing, raising funds and regular donations to meet our aims.

What you will gain as a volunteer:  

•  Being part of a dedicated volunteer-led team
•  Valuable experience by helping establish a Slavery Free Croydon
•  Giving back to your community and making a difference
•  Learning new skills and gaining experience in the VCS sector
•  Being part of projects where your ideas and contributions are valued

What your volunteering entails:

•  The first point of contact and coordinater of fundraising and events
•  Working with Trustees to identify and secure appropriate future events and fundraising activities
•  Coordinating administration of events, funding ideas and opportunities
•  Running stalls, handing out information, collections for donations and similar (with Trustee/Staff guidance)
•  Volunteering alongside Bid/Grant Writer Volunteer (if applicable)
•  Referring complex issues to Trustee/Staff
•  General admin as and when needed

Your personal skills and attributes include:  

•  Previous Marketing and/or Fundraising experience is essential
•  Excellent communication skills
•  Organised, focused and pays attention to details
•  Numerate and able to work to tight deadlines and can prioritise well
•  Proficient user of Email, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint and similar
•  Knows when to ask for help and where boundaries are
•  Can take initiative when needed, dedicated and flexible

Could you volunteer in your local PDSA charity shop and help us raise vital funds to treat pets in need?

PDSA is a charity with 48 pet hospitals that supports pets and people in need. All of our charity shops need an amazing team of volunteers to make them a success and we need you now more than ever.

By becoming a charity shop volunteer with PDSA you will:

• Gain retail experience
• Develop new skills and boost your CV
• Meet new people
• Support your local community
• Donate your current skills and knowledge
• Have fun
• Be part of a friendly team

Charity Shop Volunteers are involved in a wide range of roles and day-to-day activities that support the running of each shop and even a few hours a week will make a difference.

On the shop floor you could be involved with providing excellent customer service, processing transactions on the tills, replenishing stock and putting up eye-catching displays to entice customers in.

Behind the scenes, volunteers get involved with sorting through donations to find those hidden gems and preparing goods for sale by sorting, steaming and pricing

We provide training, so you don’t need experience – and we reimburse travel expenses so you won’t be out of pocket.

We’re looking for people who are 18 years of age or over that enjoy working as part of a team and making a difference.

Get in touch today to talk to us about volunteering in one of our shops or to apply for this role please visit Volunteering with PDSA - PDSA

PDSA positively encourages volunteer applications regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect

To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks.

Description: You could make a real difference to the lives of patients and doctors struggling with a rare disease. That's what we do at Mast Cell Action - a charity dedicated to supporting the Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) patient community and improving the evidence base for the disease.

We work hand-in-hand with doctors and patients to develop materials that truly make a difference. And with the help of our medical advisory panel, we're constantly improving our activities to better serve our community.

But we're not done yet. We're looking for someone with a genuine interest in this area, with medical, health, NHS, and research experience to join our team. You'll be responsible for developing and executing our strategy to engage with the medical community, research organisations, NHS policymakers, and our community as a whole.

You'll lead multiple projects, collaborating with doctors to better understand and define our community, as well as initiating and executing new projects. And with your expertise, you'll ensure that all our communications are evidence-based and informative.

So, if you're passionate about making a real difference, come and join us at Mast Cell Action. Together, we can create a brighter future for patients and doctors alike.

You will lead a team of passionate volunteers and interns, working closely with our Operations Director to drive our mission forward. One of your key responsibilities will be to nurture and grow our Medical Advisory Panel, working hand-in-hand with supportive doctors and medical institutions. You'll be the face of the charity, representing us in all our interactions with these key stakeholders.

You’ll report directly to our trustee board, ensuring that all of our activities are aligned with our overall strategy and goals.

We're looking for a dynamic individual who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve great things. If you're passionate about healthcare and have experience working with medical institutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you. So why not join us at Mast Cell Action and help us make a real difference in the lives of patients and doctors?

What impact will they have?

At Mast Cell Action, we know that communicating, engaging, and educating the medical community and policy makers is crucial if we want to improve support for MCAS patients. And that's where you come in.

As our communications expert, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing patient care over time. You'll work closely with doctors, medical institutions, and policy makers to raise awareness of MCAS and advocate for better support for patients.

By effectively communicating the importance of MCAS and engaging with key stakeholders, you'll help improve patient outcomes and quality of life in the long run.

If you're passionate about making a real difference and have experience in healthcare communications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

About the volunteer

What skills should they have

We are looking for a volunteer who has experience in the NHS and medical/research environment. If you're someone who can assess a situation and develop a clear strategy to achieve the desired outcome, we want to hear from you.

As our ideal candidate, you're an effective communicator who can engage with doctors and produce written and visual materials that really make an impact. You're also a team player who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Managing projects and team members is second nature to you, and you're able to keep everyone on track and motivated. And with your awareness of the political and economic landscape in the area of complex diseases, you can navigate through any obstacles that come your way.

If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of patients with complex diseases and have the experience we're looking for, we want you on our team at Mast Cell Action.

Skills

Medical related background

Medical writing skills

Project management

Team management

Analytical and conversant with research methodologies

Operations Officer Volunteer

Role Profile

Hours: 10-16/week

Duration: 6 months

Location: Remote Working (must be based within the GMT to GMT+3 timezones)

Benefits: Being part of a wonderful team and helping amazing grassroots organisations find volunteers. Direct insight into how an charity operates. Mentoring support & training related to the role and your development interests. Flexible working hours. There is no financial compensation associated with this role. This role can be accounted as an official internship.

To apply, please fill in the application form by December 10th.

Purpose

We are seeking a motivated Operations Officer to join our team as a volunteer. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of our organisation, providing vital support to the Interim CEO and contributing to various aspects of our operations, including administration, HR, reporting, project management, and more. The diversity of this role means every week will look a bit different! This role is vital in order for Indigo to keep our services running and provide support to our partners, volunteers, and ultimately the refugees we serve. You will be working with the Interim CEO and supported by the rest of the Indigo team.

Responsibilities 

Administrative support

• Liaise with the CEO on managing day-to-day operations and engaging external stakeholders.
• Keep record of documents and day-to-day information in line with the organisation's data management efforts
• Support with project management tasks such as keeping and circulating minutes, as well as monitoring & evaluation.

HR & Recruitment 

• Support the recruitment process by posting job listings, screening candidates, coordinating interviews.
• Assist in the account set up and onboarding new team members.
• Identify and organise training opportunities for team members to enhance their skills.

Optional Involvement in Other Areas

• You will have the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, fundraising efforts, research projects, partnership management, and marketing activities based on your skills and interests.
• Collaborate with various teams within the organisation to support ongoing projects and initiatives.

Internal Risk, Compliance and Policy Work

• Support the Board of Trustees in conducting a full internal governance review every 18 months.
• Support in sustaining our GDPR compliance and data protection efforts throughout our work.
• Support the Board of Trustees and Interim CEO in their continuous risk management and compliance efforts.

Skills & Experience 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, proactively and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Proficiency with Google workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc) and familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Previous experience in sales, GDPR compliance, and/or reporting is a plus.
• Prior experience or coursework in fundraising, nonprofit management, or related fields is a plus.
• Interest in working remotely, managing your own time and multitasking

At Indigo Volunteers we see our differences as our strength. We are committed to cultivating an equal and fair working environment free from discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We believe in promoting a sense of belonging, where our people are heard and valued and diversity of experience and perspective is celebrated.

About Indigo

Indigo Volunteers is a charity that recruits volunteers, supports grassroots organisations, and creates networks along the European refugee route. We believe in the power of ordinary people, and enable them to work together to support refugees and displaced people. We work within a community of remarkable grassroots charities, volunteers, sector experts, and humanitarian organisations that are positively dedicated to supporting communities coping with displacement, inequality, and social injustice. Have a read about us on our website.

OUR VALUES

1. Human-centred. We put relationships, lasting collaborations and human wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
2. Humility. We acknowledge that we do not have all the answers; we welcome feedback and strive to continuously learn. 
3. Accountability. We follow through on our commitments; we are honest and transparent

We’re looking to recruit volunteers to join our existing multidisciplinary management committee. Do you have experience in any of the following areas and want to help make a difference:

• Lived experience
• Academics
• Corporate
• Psychology
• Psychiatry
• Counselling
• Social work
• Mental health nursing
• Occupational therapy
   

Yes? We’d like to hear from you.

Overview of committee:

knus Multidisciplinary Management Committee (MDMC)

The committee will be responsible for directing the activities of knus, ensuring growth and efficiency and achieving the objectives for which it was set up. 

The committee will:

• Set the strategic direction to guide and direct the activities of knus - ensuring growth and positive impact;
• Ensure the effective management of knus and it’s activities; and
• Monitor the activities of knus to ensure they are in keeping with the founding principles, objectives and values

The team will be multidisciplinary incorporating volunteer committee members from all backgrounds. For example, those with lived experience, academics, corporate, psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, social workers, mental health nurses, occupational therapists, etc.

The committee members can bring in their own ideas and wealth of experience to shape the way knus moves forward.

Please note - all successful volunteers are required to pay the cost price of £20.60 for an Enhanced DBS check.  If you've got a current Enhanced DBS on the update service, this cost will not apply.

You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.

Croydon Community Against Trafficking (CCAT) is a small Croydon-based charity which is committed to the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. We are currently five trustees, one project manager, and a handful of volunteers.

We are currently establishing a multi-stakeholder project which aims to make the London Borough of Croydon a Slavery Free Borough. This is a significant operation and is currently in the initial stages, having just had the first of many multi-stakeholder meetings.

We are looking for a organised and reliable researcher to help with our campaigns, research and administrative tasks and keep us organised.

What you will gain as a volunteer:  

•  Being part of a dedicated volunteer-led team
•  Valuable experience by helping establish a Slavery Free Croydon
•  Giving back to your community and making a difference
•  Learning new skills and gaining experience in the VCS sector
•  Being part of projects where your ideas and contributions are valued

What your volunteering entails:  

•  Being the first point of contact for and coordinating research, writing and sharing of information
•  Ensuring CCAT campaigns, research and admin runs efficiently
•  Coordination and administration of research topics, newsletter campaigns, information sharing, blog content with Trustee/Staff support
•  Data entry and collating data reports with Trustee/Staff support
•  Referring complex issues to Trustee/Staff
•  General admin support as needed

Your personal skills and attributes include:  

•  Previous Research or related experience
•  Proficient at administration and able to use email, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint
•  Excellent communication skills
•  Excellent data entry and administrative skills
•  Organised, focused and pays attention to details
•  Able to work to tight deadlines and can prioritise well
•  Reliable, enthusiastic and  great team player
•  Friendly, dedicated and flexible

Interested in volunteering with young refugees and asylum seekers? HIAS+JCORE is seeking new volunteers for our JUMP befriending project!

As a volunteer befriender, you'll provide informal support and friendship to a refugee or asylum-seeking young person for a year and potentially beyond.

By committing one hour per fortnight, you can make a real difference to a vulnerable young person, trying to navigate their way through life in the UK. The impact our befrienders make is long-lasting and varies depending on both the befriender and young person's interests.

The young people JUMP support might benefit from a befriender because they’ve left their families behind and often feel isolated and lonely.

They might:

● Have no one to talk to
● Want to improve their English
● Want to get to know London better

As a volunteer you'll receive full training and an enhanced DBS check, and will be joining our JUMP community with events and activities throughout the year.

Please see below a PDF volunteer role description and person specification, and details on the next steps and getting involved.

British Exploring Society is a world class youth development charity with a unique heritage, founded on the belief that challenging experiences can transform lives, empowering and equipping young people with the courage, skills, resilience and determination to make the most of their future.

We prepare and take young people on expeditions to remote locations where they face challenges, gain skills and learn about themselves - as well as acquiring knowledge relevant to their lives and to the fragile environments that they explore.

The results are transformative – not just in terms of practical skills and resilience, but in a new-found confidence and self-belief which they carry forward to their future life.

More than this, through their adventure together, our young people forge friendships for life and become part of a unique supportive and continuing community of explorers with shared experiences, values and perspectives on the world.

We are committed to building an executive and volunteer team that together represent a diverse variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives on the world. The more inclusive we are, the better we think we’ll be at delivering our charitable aims.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.

If you are interested in applying and require any accessibility adjustments to the interview process, please do let us know when you apply. Thank you.

Upcoming opportunities for Adventure Leaders

Adventure plays an integral role on our expeditions, as such British Exploring Society recruits passionate, skilled volunteer Adventure Leaders. These Leaders bring with them experience working with young people in remote settings and can inspire and facilitate the personal development of young people through adventurous activities and engaging within the environment around them.

Working in partnership with other expedition Leaders, they will be responsible for safety, wellbeing and development of 8-12 Young Explorers. They will help the team carry out the planned adventurous and knoweldge activities, whilst also providing the expertise specifically pertaining to your role, this includes the training, delivery and oversight of the techniques required to live and operate in an expedition environment. For more details, please see the Leader Role Description attached.

Expeditions are between 2 and 6 weeks long and take place during academic holiday periods. We are currently recruiting volunteer Leaders for all our expeditions for Summer 2024.

We are also recruiting for Knowledge Leaders, Social Leaders, and Medical Leaders. Additionally, we are keen to hear from those with relevant or transferable senior leadership experience to fulfil our Basecamp Manager, Chief and Deputy Chief Leader roles. Please visit our website for more details.

Benefits of being a volunteer Leader with us:

Community - Our Volunteer Leader community come from a variety of backgrounds, ages and professions bring a diverse range of skills and experiences. Not only will you become a Member of British Exploring Society after leading with us but will leave with strong bonds and shared memories.

Courage - Set in wild, remote and sometimes harsh environments that young people aren’t used to. Working in this environment and supporting young people requires Leaders to show courage and be adaptable and dynamic, allowing for a unique and new experience - 100% of Leaders said they had acquired new skills.

Challenge – Our expeditions can be challenging. To prepare Leaders we provide high quality training and personal development. This offers Leaders the opportunity to develop & stretch their skills, such as youth work, technical, leadership and facilitation - 74% of Leaders said that volunteering with us had furthered their career.

Self-belief - From beginning to the end, you will be supported whilst developing their confidence. - 90% of our Leaders said they were more confident after expedition.

We are looking for applicants who are:

• Able and passionate about leading, inspiring, and teaching young people.
• Comfortable spending extended periods in remote and sometimes harsh environments.
• Able to commit to all pre- expedition training events. Dates are still being confirmed for the 2024 season though they will be similar to the 2023 pre-expedition training events. Please keep checking the link attached for the 2024 dates.
• Available for expedition for 2 to 6 weeks from mid July

As a charity, all Leader positions are undertaken on a voluntary basis and Leaders join for the intrinsic value of adventure, education, and personal development of young people. You do not have to fundraise to lead on our expeditions.

Prior to expedition all volunteer Leaders will receive training and support. We ask that first time Leaders cover the cost of their flights as part of the group booking booked by British Exploring Society, who will then reclaim the cost from Leaders. Flight costs will be covered for all returning Leaders. Leaders will need to provide their own personal kit as well as vaccinations and visas (if applicable). Leaders may claim expenses for UK training events. All other expedition costs are covered, including insurance, specialist equipment, expedition food and accommodation.

Leader Recruitment Pack

For more information about what volunteering with us looks like, please refer to our Leader Recruitment Pack that can be found on our website.

About us

Penificent is a business seeking to address issues faced by young people and to provide a positive influence through comics and workshops. Our books contain thought-provoking discussion questions directly related to the topic of the book, e.g. mental health, Knife crime etc. The books also have activities for young people to go through during a workshop or at home with their parents,keyworker,appropriate adult. These activities range from colouring to creating your own story that tackles a young person’s choice. Through user feedback, we have learnt that our comic story structure with the questions and activities promote more profound thought in young people than the average workbook or mainstream comic book. We currently run workshops in schools with our comics either in person (before Covid-19) or via zoom due to the pandemic. We have also run workshops with BBC Newsround ( Search: Penificent BBC Newsround) Quotes from Anti Knife crime newsround workshop (Adam 16,:"Living in a notorious area I think it stops me from doing many things like leaving my house and going out.

"Girl 16, who didn't want to be named, said: "I feel like you hear so much about knife crime, people begin to think that it's normal but the characters in this comic tell you there's a different way."), gained support from the Mayor of London and the Mayor of Southwark and also been featured in the Sunday time (Search: Penificent Sunday times)

What you will do

We are looking for a Marketing & Communications Volunteer to join our team to drive the organisation’s exciting growth ambitions.

The role will report into the organisation’s founder and will be remote based.

We will offer you stimulating and meaningful work and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Create posts for each of our social media platforms - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn,tictoc.

Analysis of the traffic on our social media and providing insights of our demographic.

Looking for ways on how to turn views into purchases from the posts.

Person specification

• Focused and driven

• Planning and organisational skills

• Good written and verbal communication ability

• Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn

• Attention to detail

• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines

• Working knowledge of Word and Excel

• Marketing experience or qualification (desirable not essential)

This is an exciting opportunity if you have some previous Marketing experience or are looking to move into a Marketing role.

This will also look great on your cv when applying for future jobs and we will provide a reference.