Collection Volunteers Volunteer Roles
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
The RNLI is the lifeboats chairty that saves lives at sea and on the Thames. We have groups of volunteers all over the UK working with our volunteer lifeboat crews to raise awareness of water safety as well as raising vital funds to help to keep our lifeboats in the water.
The ask:
Our fundraising team in Kensington is being led by a new team who are keen to build a programme of events that capitalises on the groups past successes as well as creating new events that appeal to a more diverse audience. The team are currently looking for:
Event support volunteers - to come along and support on the day of an event - events range from collections to orchestras and dinner dances - ad hoc - we'd hope you'd be able to support one or two events per year
Branch members - to support with the planning and implementation of events. You would be involved in everything from coming up with event ideas through to supporting with risk assessing and resourcing - great for anyone with an events background or lookig to gain experience in event management - around 2-3 hours per week with bi-monthly meetings in Kensington / via Teams
Social media/ recruitment volunteer - to create and build a social media presence for the team as well as support with online volunteer recruitment - ad hoc - approximately 2-3 hours per week max
Size: More than 1000
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
As an office volunteer, you’ll play a vital role supporting our small fundraising team with administrative and office related duties.
In this role, no two days will be the same! You may be inputting data, making telephone calls, packing and sending out letters, counting donations, preparing stock for events or contacting fellow volunteers to fill our events rota.
As a office volunteer, you will be expected to:
- Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner.
- Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service.
- Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times.
- Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team.
- Have an eye for detail and a flexible attitude.
- Have a good understanding of computers (Microsoft Office) or the willingness to learn.
- Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents.
- Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns.
What to expect from us:
- Regular support and advice from our staff team.
- Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy.
- On-the-job training specific to your role.
- Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas.
- Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
- The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people.
- We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities.
As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Alliance for African Women Initiative (AFAWI) welcomes volunteer interns from around the world. As a grassroots organization we foster a knowledge sharing environment that promotes an experience to learn about international development, Ghanaian culture and our projects that empowers women and children to create a better future for communities. AFAWI is not a placement agency, all the projects are owned and operated by our staff. Our organization was built to serve Ghanaian communities with a focus on women and children.
Volunteer Internship Tasks:
Implementation of on-going projects
Planning of new projects
Fundraising
Social Media
Marketing
NGO Management Assistance
Administrative Assistance
Data Collection and Evaluation
Partner Meetings
Internal Trainings
AFAWI has a number of ongoing projects for Volunteer Interns to choose from. These projects are located in rural communities no tour companies have access to.
Our projects have a set schedule and at different times of year some projects may be more of a priority. Volunteer Interns personal preference will be accommodated as much as possible, though depending on the time and length of your stay, the implementation activities and the level of results witnessed may vary. There is opportunity to learn about and contribute to multiple projects.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across the Midlands that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
As an event volunteer you will play a vital role by raising awareness of our services, assisting with fundraising and engaging with the local community.You will represent Magpas Air Ambulance at a wide range of events indoors and outdoors, come rain or shine. You may be assisting with car parking, meeting and greeting, setting up a stall, selling merchandise, engaging the public and answering questions. Magpas Air Ambulance have a presence at over 150 events each year and need reliable, friendly people like you to help us achieve this. At larger events you will be supported by an event lead and we'll always make sure you are prepared and confident, you don't need to have previous experience, just be willing to get stuck in!
As an event volunteer, you will be expected to:
- Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner.
- Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service.
- Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times.
- Follow the leadership and guidance of the event lead, staff member or event organiser.
- Assist in all event activities in a flexible and friendly manner.
- Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team.
- Process the sale of merchandise and take donations.
- Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents.
- Recognise, respond to and report any safeguarding issues or concerns.
What you can expect from us:
- Regular support and advice from our staff team.
- Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy.
- On-the-job training specific to your role.
- Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas.
- Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
- The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people.
- We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities.
As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place every year in June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 25 June. We have a number of collections across the North East of England that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
- Sign up online
- Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
- Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across Scotland that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across the East of England that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across the South West of England that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place every year in June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 23rd May – 25th June. We have a number of collections across Northern Ireland that we need volunteers for.
We have collections in : Belfast , Lisburn , Enniskillen and many more !
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
- Sign up online
- Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
- Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
As a welcome desk volunteer, you will be the welcoming face of Magpas Air Ambulance at our exciting new base in Alconbury Weald.
You will greet visitors at the centre, addressing any needs whilst giving exceptional customer service. You will contact relevant staff members when appropriate and signpost people into our visitor centre experience. In between greeting guests, you may be taking enquiries, processing the sale of merchandise, taking and counting donations or assisting us with other essential administration tasks.
As a welcome desk volunteer, you will be expected to:
- Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner
- Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service
- Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times
- Greet visitors, delivering exceptional customer service assistance and providing an overall welcoming environment
- Address visitor questions and needs both over the phone and face-to-face
- Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team
- Have an eye for detail and a flexible attitude
- Have a good understanding of computers (Microsoft Office) or the willingness to learn
- Process payments
- Support various administrative duties
- Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents
- Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns
What you can expect from us:
- Regular support and advice from our staff team
- Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy
- On-the-job training specific to your role
- Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas
- Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it
- The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people
- We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities
As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across the South East of England that we need volunteers for.
Collections will take place at :
Lymington High Street : Tues 4th June
Hillier Chichester : Mon 3rd June
Morrisons—Littlehampton : Fri 7th June
Hillier Horsham : Tues 4th June
Dobbies Brighton : Thurs 6th June
Hillier Eastbourne : Fri 7th June
Kent Music Festival : Sat 15th June—Sun 16th June
Hillier Surrey : Fri 7th June
Chichester town centre : Wed 5th June
Longacres Garden Centre : Sat 8th June
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
Recruitment Morning Invitation
We are creating a brand-new volunteer role at Westonbirt Arboretum, the Woodland Support Team. You can find details about the role below. If this sounds like it might be of interest, we would like to invite you to spend a morning with us on Saturday 29th June 2024 from 10am-12pm (approx). To attend the recruitment morning please respond to this advertisement in order to sign-up
This session will equip you with everything you need to know about the role, the training programme and volunteering at Westonbirt Arboretum. It is important to attend this session in order for you to make an informed decision on whether you would like to apply to become a Woodland Support volunteer at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum.
After the recruitment morning, if you would like to apply to become a Woodland Support volunteer at Westonbirt Arboretum there will be a 2 day informative training programme, details are available in the recruitment morning sign-up form. The 2 day formal training sessions are mandatory. It is important to understand at this stage whether you are able to commit to these dates before going further.
Volunteer Role Description - Woodland Support Volunteers
Westonbirt’s historic Victorian landscape and internationally important tree and shrub collection is managed by Forestry England and attracts thousands of visitors each year – the Woodland Support volunteer team will be a key element of our Visitor Services (VS) team in helping everyone to get the very best from their time with us. This busy, varied and active role supports visitors whilst they are out and about in the arboretum and will help them to enjoy a memorable day out.
When/Where
This role will be a highly proactive roving role to provide support and information to visitors, primarily in Silkwood, but with possible extension to the Old Arboretum in the future. This role will be carried out in pairs at all times. Shifts will be split and there will be the ability to take breaks during the shift:
- 10.00 am -1.00 pm - morning shift
- 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm – afternoon shift
What’s involved?
· Walking all main routes and known busy areas in Silkwood, to be a visible assistance to visitors with daily site, trail information etc…
· Proactively engaging visitors with a warm hello and welcome to enhance their visitor experience.
· Proactively advising seasonal tree, flora and fauna highlights, directions, and answering general queries.
· Communicating confidently with VS Team via on site radio, and face-to-face with colleagues and visitors.
· Support the VS team as appropriate, by observing visitors wellbeing and behaviour and adherence to site rules, in particular with regard to dog policy.
· Reporting any incidents, including but not limited to: dog incidents/issues; first aid; lost persons; infrastructure/woodland damage.
· Staying calm and focused if dealing with visitors who require support, whilst waiting for support from VS.
· Ensure visitor feedback, both positive and negative, is recorded and escalated appropriately.
· Covering large areas of Silk Wood on foot (or mobility scooter) in all weathers
· Litter picking.
We’d like you to be
- A proactive, people-person with a warm welcoming style who can communicate with all kinds of visitors in an inclusive manner.
- Enjoy working outdoors (in all weathers) and be reliable, positive, patient.
- Keen to share your enthusiasm (we are not looking for experts) for the arboretum with others.
We will
· Provide role training, including – site knowledge, engaging with the public, procedures and systems, site rules and Dog Policy, Health & Safety, dealing with incidents, FoWA membership, radio use and protocol.
· Provide volunteer uniform and name badge.
· Provide ongoing support onsite from FE staff, including daily briefing.
· Ensure you are always with another volunteer.
· Pay a contribution to the cost of volunteering travel.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Child abuse has no place in childhood. The power to prevent it lies in communities across the UK.
Taking place on Friday 7th June , Childhood Day is the NSPCC’s national flagship day of fundraising and action that brings communities together and gives everyone a way to help keep children safe. Are you with us?
Childhood Day collections will be taking place across the UK from 25 May – 16 June. We have a number of collections across Wales that we need volunteers for.
Will you play your part in keeping children safe by volunteering now? Sign up to your local CHD collection.
Take to the streets with us across the UK this May and June and help us collect donations for the NSPCC.
Joining us on the streets will be great fun, you will get to meet lots of new people and will be supported from the moment you sign up. Join us in three simple steps:
1.Sign up online
2. Enter your postcode and pick a time and venue that suits you
3. Take to the streets!
Together, we can protect children and prevent abuse.
Thank you!
We are seeking a committed and detail-oriented Volunteer Archivist to join our team. As a Volunteer Archivist, you will play a crucial role in preserving, organising and maintaining our archives, encompassing both digital and physical assets.
Our archive and library are permanently housed at our London Office. This role would suit someone working towards an archive or record management qualification, with an interest in social and cultural archives and history.
Main Duties
- To assist in maintaining a comprehensive archive and library encompassing both digital and physical assets representing the rich history CPAG.
- Collaborating closely with the Office Manager and CEO, your role will involve developing an efficient and user-friendly framework for the ongoing management and preservation of the archive.
- Listing, describing and boxing records.
- To develop a basic ‘collections policy’ outlining future collecting and simple archiving procedures for organisational maintenance.
- To use your knowledge of archiving processes to support staff with cataloguing archive contents.
- To undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required.
- This includes applying archival principles and standards, enhancing the archives research and historical value.
Commitment
The role requires a minimum commitment of at least 3 months, 7-10 hours per week during our working hours (Monday-Friday, 9.00am to 4.30pm).
To apply, please complete the attached application form, detailing how you meet the person specification listed in the attached role pack and return to the email address listed within.
Application deadline: 10am Wednesday 19th June 2024.
Interview dates to be confirmed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.