Advocacy Campaigns Coordinator Volunteer Roles
This position is open to anyone interested in Friends of the Earth and its local campaigns in the borough of Camden. As the Group Coordinator, you will play a vital role in organizing and coordinating various activities and initiatives of the group. These responsibilities will be shared with the other two coordinators of the group.
Duties
Most common duties:
● Organize and facilitate monthly group meetings and other events.
● Provide leadership and support to group members and volunteers, to ensure the successful implementation of projects and activities.
● Be the main point of contact with the central Friends of the Earth staff.
● Partnering with other local groups in Camden.
● Monitor and manage the FOE Camden group mail inbox.
● Stay informed about relevant environmental policies, developments, and best practices to inform the group's initiatives and advocacy efforts.
● Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment within the group, encouraging participation from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Person specification
Essential:
● Min 18 years old.
● Strong commitment or interest in environmental issues.
● Own or have access to a laptop and/or smartphone.
Desirable
● Strong personal and communication skills.
● Good organization skills and a collaborative mindset.
● Previous experience in similar roles is advantageous
Application Instructions
Tell us in few lines why you will be interested in volunteering in our group and for this particular role.
Tell us in few lines why you will be interested in volunteering in our group and for this particular role.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our volunteers champion the rights of young people in care and on the edges of care, support them to access advocacy and make their voices heard. Training is provided. Whether you are currently studying, recently graduated, working part-time, retired or between jobs, volunteering with Coram Voice is a great opportunity to make a difference at the same time as gaining experience of working for a national children’s rights charity.
Our Helpline Supervisors will support you to develop valuable advocacy skills and knowledge of children’s rights and we offer specialist training in safeguarding, equality and diversity and advocacy. This training and other resources will help you to prepare for the role. You will be joining a team that provides quality support to young people in a friendly and supportive environment.
Our volunteer team is integral to our service and we could not provide the service we do without them, particularly in terms of the support we offer to homeless children.
We believe this role will be of particular interest to anyone looking to develop a career involving giving advice, advocacy, children’s and human rights, legal work, social work or youth work; or for professionals in those fields who want to use their experience to support the work of a children’s charity.
Please see our candidate information document for more information about our organisation and the training provided.
We ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this position. We have chosen to recruit directly as this helps us to minimise our recruitment costs, ensuring that funds are not diverted from the children and young people we help.
We are a leading children’s rights organisation. We champion the rights of children and get young voices heard in decisions that matter to them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Responsibilities:
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy;
- Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms;
- Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content;
- Attend events and produce live social media content (as applicable);
- Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels;
- Collaborate to create a social media calendar;
- Monitor social media channels for industry trends;
- Interact with users and respond to social media messages, inquiries, and comments;
- Review analytics and create reports on key metrics;
- Assist in the development and management of social media marketing and influencer marketing strategy.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Passion for women's human rights;
- Expertise with social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and social media management tools;
- Proficiency with editing tools/digital media formats;
- Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the digital content and social media space;
- Strong copywriting and copy editing skills;
- Top-notch oral and verbal communication skills;
- Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask;
- Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- 2+ years experience with social campaigning, social media marketing or content development;
- 2+ years experience with donor campaign platforms;
- Direct experience using social media management tools;
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook);
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media editing tools a plus.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
As an External Trustee, you will play a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of Chester Students' Union, ensuring it is delivering effectively for its members and challenging the University to deliver the best possible University experience.
We are seeking individuals who bring a diverse range of skills, experiences, and perspectives to contribute to our dynamic and student-focused Board. If you are passionate about higher education, student well-being, and making a
positive impact, we invite you to consider the following criteria:
In particular we are keen to see people with experience of the following areas:
- Financial Strategy and Governance
- High level leadership experience within the Students’ Union/Charity sector.
- Strategic Partnerships and Measuring impact within Charity, Public Sector
- and/or membership organisations.
- Governance, and Human Resources/People Leadership.
1. Commitment to the Mission:
Demonstrated alignment with the mission and values of Chester Students' Union, with a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities within higher education.
2. Governance and Leadership:
Previous experience serving on boards or in leadership positions, preferably within the education or non-profit sector.
Strong understanding of governance principles and a commitment to upholding ethical standards.
3. Strategic Vision:
Proven ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of long-term organisational goals.
Experience in strategic planning, risk management, and performance evaluation.
4. Financial Acumen:
Familiarity with financial management, budgeting, and financial reporting. Ability to analyse financial information and make informed decisions in the best interest of the organisation.
5. Legal and Compliance Knowledge:
Understanding of the legal and regulatory obligations of charitable companies in the UK. Awareness of governance and compliance issues relevant to the higher education sector.
6. Networking and Advocacy:
Strong networking skills with the ability to advocate for the Students' Union and build collaborative partnerships.
A willingness to represent the organisation at external events and engage with stakeholders.
7. Student-Centric Approach:
A genuine commitment to student welfare and the enhancement of the student experience. Ability to empathise with and understand the diverse needs of the student community.
8. Effective Communication:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
Comfortable engaging with students, staff, and external partners.
9. Innovation and Adaptability:
A forward-thinking mindset with a focus on innovation and adaptability to navigate the evolving landscape of higher education.
10. Time Commitment:
Willingness and availability to commit the necessary time to fulfil trustee responsibilities, attend meetings, and actively contribute to board discussions.