Head Of Volunteer Roles in Lambeth, Greater London

QuilomboUK is looking for a Production/Live Broadcast Assistant, who loves to join our growing team. 

QuilomboUK works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies

• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect

• promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole

The Production/Live Broadcast Assistant will play a critical role in helping to further develop the public profile of our organisation. 

Main tasks:

• Being on hand to assist the rest of the crew during setup, broadcast, and striking of Studio equipment

Skills:

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous broadcast or live streaming experience
• Basic knowledge of DSLR/Mirrorless cameras and professional camcorders (e.g. Sony NX100 or similar)
• Basic knowledge of HDMI, SDI, and Cat6 cables, extensions, and adapters
• Basic knowledge of editing and use of Adobe Premiere Pro

Please note that this is a volunteering unpaid role.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Role Description:

The HR Admin Assistant will be assisting in responding to volunteer applications, updating volunteer policies and documentation, induction of new volunteers and organising interviews. The volunteer should have organisational and communication skills, but further guidance will be given by other volunteers if needed. The HR assistant will be working closely with the Admin Assistants. The volunteer will have further possibilities to develop their skill sets through tasks given. This will further help you to develop your professional development programme (PDP).

Main Tasks:

• Updating volunteer policies and documentation
• Assisting in recruitment
• Assisting in interviewing new volunteers
• Assisting in induction of new volunteers

Required Skills:

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Office based skills(Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Team Working skills
• Being structured and organised
• Working in adherence with the organisation's key objectives and business plan.
• Has the ability to create relationships with and show respect to different types of people.
• Professionalism & Confidentiality

Training and Support Available:

• Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Assistance will be given in writing documentation and policies.
• Recruitment
• Interviewing
• Inductions

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

QMC School, partnered with Quilombo UK is looking for a volunteer personal assistant to join their national volunteering team working from home. This role offers a great opportunity for the right person looking to gain experience as a personal assistant, developing their office-based and management experience, or simply to ‘give back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility, with specific training provided where necessary to help you develop and grow your skill-set.

16 weeks contract.

What will I be doing?

• Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
• Organising events and conferences
• Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
• Managing databases, Liaising with staff
• Miscellaneous tasks to support the team

Practical Considerations

Essential:

• You will need to have good written skills

• Well organised, pro-active and able to deliver tasks efficiently

• Good time management

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments

• Strong team player

• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed

• Able to volunteer at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)

Desirable:

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

• Proficiency in Microsoft and excel

Requirements

• Will require references

• Own computer or a secure access to one

• Must be UK based and hold UK right to work

The volunteering program with QMC requires a minimum of 21 weeks of commitment. We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

QMC Capoeira is looking for a Volunteer Video Editor who would love to support a community organisation undertake an international martial arts tournament and Brazilian Cultural Festival Project related work. The role is to start ASAP and finish mid – late November.

QMC Capoeira is a martial arts school based in London that has been running since 2006, has academy in Canada and the Dominican Republic and is the most awarded Capoeira School in the UK.

 The objective of the role is to:

• Work on highlights videos from events, workshops, and classes, promo videos, mini-documentaries, and micro shorts.
• Videos will be about Capoeira, martial arts, sports, and fitness, and an interest in any or all of these things is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience in creating videos for social media, particularly for Instagram and TikTok, are also desirable.

This role is fully remote.

 Skills and attributes:

· Demonstrate experience with Adobe Premier

· Demonstrate some experience with Final Cut (not essential, but an advantage)

· Demonstrate some video production experience 

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

· Focused, organized and able to prioritize and execute tasks independently 

· Passion in martial arts is preferable, although not a must.

• Show professionalism at all levels and in all 
• environments 
• Be a strong team player
• Well organized, pro-active, self-starter and able to deliver tasks efficiently.Good time-management skills

· Ability to commit to volunteering 12 hours a week for 16 weeks (covering form pre–event to post–event period)

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

QMC Capoeira School is looking for a Volunteer Sound Engineer who would love to support a community organisation undertake an international martial arts tournament and Brazilian Cultural Festival Project related work to start ASAP and finish mid – late November.

QMC Capoeira is a martial arts school based in London that has been running since 2006, has academy in Canada and the Dominican Republic and is the most awarded Capoeira School in the UK.

The objective of the role is to:

· Assist with audio set-up for commentary station

· Mix levels both on the audio mixer and ATEM Mini so as to get the best broadcast sound possible both from commentary microphones and venue mics

· Advise on best practices to get the best possible audio for the broadcast

The ideal candidate will work in our Kingston office setting up microphones, doing sound checks and audio mixing before livestreams and monitoring and adjusting audio during livestreams.

Essential Skills and Experience:

· Experience with USB microphones

· Experience with multimic setup

· Experience with audio mixing and audio mixing software 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

· Previous broadcast, live streaming, or podcast recording experience

· Knowledge and experience of OBS and use of ATEM Mini.

· Show professionalism at all levels and in all environments 

· Be a strong team player

· Well organized, pro-active, self-starter and able to deliver tasks efficiently.

· Good time-management skills

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

About Us: RollaDome All Skate is a charity that champions the power of roller sports to foster engagement, educate, and empower children, young people, and marginalized communities. Our dynamic team is expanding, and we are on the lookout for passionate individuals to fill the role of Volunteer Assistant Roller Sports Coach. This is your chance to make a significant impact, promoting an active, healthy lifestyle while developing personal and community well-being through sports.

The Role: As a Volunteer Assistant Coach, you will work closely with our Head Coaches to deliver top-notch roller sports training. Your involvement will help shape the experiences of diverse groups, fostering their skills in roller and inline skating across various London locations during weekends, evenings, and school holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and executing roller sports sessions.

• Support the ongoing development of participants by maintaining a supportive and motivational training environment.

• Implement safety protocols to ensure participant well-being.

• Participate in and possibly lead activities during traditional lessons, community projects, clubs, discos, and events.

• Continually monitor and evaluate coaching sessions to maximize effectiveness.

What You’ll Gain:

• Training and Development: Access specialized training in roller sports coaching techniques and gain hands-on experience.

• Networking and Mentorship: Connect with experienced coaches and enhance your professional network within the sports coaching community.

• Personal Fulfillment: Play an essential role in the positive development of young individuals and their families, contributing to a healthier, more active society.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Individuals with some experience in wheeled sports, particularly roller-skating or inline skating.

• Those who enjoy working with children and young people and are available during evenings, weekends, and school holidays.

• Excellent communicators with strong organizational skills who are motivated to learn and grow in a dynamic team environment.

Commitment: This volunteer role offers flexible scheduling to fit your availability, with travel and lunch allowances provided. RollaDome All Skate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and adherence to our policies is essential.

Apply Now: Ready to make a difference? Visit our website for more information and apply today at RollaDome All Skate - Volunteer Application. Join us and be a part of an inspiring journey that shapes lives through the joy of roller sports!

Been There is a charity in the form of an app that connects adults with a vetted and trained Mentor to support with their mental health relating to body image issues. We are looking for a lovely Safeguarding Lead to take the reigns.

What will you be doing?

As the designated safeguarding lead,you act as the main source of support, advice and expertise for safeguarding at Been There for the beneficiaries. You will be working closely with the Founder & CEO, Head of Operations, Trustees and volunteer Mentors. The role will be remote with the opportunity to meet up too. 

As the designated safeguarding lead, you will: 

• Advise and support the senior team in developing and establishing Been There's approach to safeguarding.
• Play a lead role in maintaining and reviewing Been There's plan for safeguarding.
• Coordinate the distribution of policies, procedures and safeguarding resources throughout the charity.
• Advise on training needs and development, providing training where appropriate.
• Provide safeguarding advice and support to staff and volunteers.
• Manage safeguarding concerns, allegations or incidents reported to your organisation.
• Report on any concerns and keep the board updated
• be involved in training for staff
• Manage referrals to key safeguarding agencies (e.g. social services or police) of any incidents or allegations of abuse and harm.

What are we looking for?

• Level 3 Safeguarding training
• Over 3 years experience as safeguarding lead
• Experience of managing safeguarding in a relevant organisation
• Experience of handling sensitive data
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Experience of providing training, guidance and support to others
• Expert knowledge of legislation and guidance on safeguarding and working with young people, including knowledge of the responsibilities of schools and other agencies
• Ability to work with a range of people with the aim of ensuring the safety and welfare of the adults
• Awareness of local and national agencies that provide support for adults
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ensuring the welfare and safety of the beneficiaries 

What difference will you make?

Keeping the Mentees and Mentors safe is a crucial role. Ensure the policies and procedures are in place and our platform is helping them to feel and be safe. 

Purpose of the Role

 This volunteer role is a key part of the HFEH Mind team delivering a range of services across Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow. We support clients with mental health with both clinical and non-clinical interventions.

The volunteer will coordinate a network of volunteers who, alongside the local team, delivering a range of services.

The volunteer will onboard, induct, and provide ongoing support for the volunteers and provide oversight of the relationship volunteers have with the service users we work with.

Main Responsibilities

To work closely with the HFEH Mind team and service managers and support the services with volunteer recruitment, supervision and retention.

Tasks

• Work with the service managers and central support team to support the journey and retention of volunteers.
• Provide volunteers with 1:1s or group support on a monthly basis.
• Support Director of Adult Services to administer reflective practice sessions.
• Work with the service managers and central support to log and administer volunteer availability, and resolve any volunteering related issues or complaints.
• Encourage people to volunteer through a variety of local marketing and promotion approaches, including social media and engage with our Head of Well at Work to develop a marketing and communications strategy for volunteers.
• Develop, coordinate and engage a network of around 30 active volunteers for the service.
• Induct new volunteers.
• Work effectively to ensure local volunteers feel valued and are contributing to the objectives of HFEH Mind.
• Support the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of our services.
• Gather volunteer feedback and take appropriate steps for service improvement.

Why Volunteer at Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow (HFEH) Mind?

Volunteering at HFEH Mind is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the work of a leading national mental health charity. We provide initial and ongoing training, as well as plenty of opportunities for progression within the organisation. You will be treated as a core member of the team from day one and be surrounded by supportive and knowledgeable colleagues.

What’s in it for the volunteer?

Volunteering opportunities have been a route into paid employment within our organisation for many of our previous volunteers. However, the skills and experiences you will gain are likely to support applications for paid employment within the sector more broadly, as well as further training and education opportunities (e.g., Business courses, social work, mental health qualifications).

We are keen to foster the individual strengths and interests of volunteers. With the support of the HFEH Mind Team, we will work with you to ensure that your volunteering experience is meaningful and valuable, whilst balancing the requirements of delivering the service.  

Post is subject to a DBS check.

QMC Capoeira is a martial arts school based in London that has been running since 2007 and is the most awarded Capoeira School in the UK.

The school has classes in London, Canada and the Dominican Republic and runs classes 6 days a week for children and adults. The school focuses on self-development and personal improvement and works to make Capoeira accessible to those of all ages, backgrounds and situations, thanks to the support of London Youth and Sport England. QMC is internationally recognised with a significant presence online and on social media, and it is a partner of Quilombo UK.

QMC Capoeira works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies
• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect
• promote good health and well-being; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole

Roles and Responsibilities

The role is responsible for planning/implementing content marketing strategies which increase brand awareness with our core target markets through the effective use of social media channels. This will include developing and implementing content marketing campaigns appropriate to the channel being used, monitoring social media channels to respond appropriately to posts/comments, and identifying issues that require escalation.

Digital and Social Media Assistant Job Duties:

• Research and create marketing and social media campaigns and strategies, including content ideation, and implementation schedules in order to raise brand awareness, secure media coverage, and increase visitor numbers.
• Manage and oversee social media content.
•  Ensures brand consistency in marketing and social media messages by working with various company department members, including advertising, PR and brand management.
•  Provides training and guidance to social media and marketing team members on social media implementation best practices and strategies if necessary.
• Analyses interactions and visits, plus uses this information to create comprehensive reports and improve future marketing strategies and campaigns.
•  Write, schedule and post content on all social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube), own the social media calendar and be a brand guardian for the creative aesthetic of all social channels.
•  Measure the success of every social media campaign
• Reports progress to senior marketing management on marketing communications across all channels.
• Creates and distributes engaging written or graphic content in the form of e-newsletters, web page and blog content, or social media messages
• Stay up to date with the latest social media best practices and technologies
• Communicate with industry professionals and influencers via social media to create a strong network
• Adhere to rules and regulations
•  Undertake any other duties relevant to the role that may be allocated by the Head of Department or member of the Senior Management Team.

Essential

• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and how best to use and develop them.
• Experience in developing social media strategies to support organisational influencing and communications objectives.
• Experience in developing creative user-focused digital content using knowledge of the latest trends and developments.
• In-depth knowledge of developing effective, engaging digital content. Knowledge of key analytics tools
• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and other social media best practices
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets etc) and MS Office
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Ability to efficiently manage a large workload
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal, presentation and communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of graphic design software such as Canva
• Knowledge and understanding of social media scheduling tools such as Buffer

The volunteering program with QMC requires a minimum of 21 weeks of commitment. We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

This is a hugely exciting opportunity for the right people to be part of a new team, designed to offer guidance to our local communications volunteers.

The Local Communications Support strand is currently a small team of 4 people. We have have huge ambitions to support local teams all the way around the UK to share all the brilliant work being done in communities.

The right support could have a really significant impact on elevating how a group is perceived at a local level – and in turn help with recruitment of adults and young people and in building advocacy.

We’re looking for people who understand the power of strong, clear communication and are passionate about helping local teams with this. You’ll have experience in identifying and communicating a good story and an understanding of the processes that need to be put in place to be able to share them far and wide.

Could you spare a few hours each week to help us sell donated items online and raise vital funds for the hospice?

We need volunteers to help us sell donated items online by taking pictures, researching the product online, writing a clear description, and uploading the listing to sites like eBay, Vinted, and DePop. 

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, and you will receive full training and support, as well as agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines).

At Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice, we are dedicated to providing free, high quality, compassionate care and support for people with terminal illnesses, their families and their professional carers.

We provide holistic care that goes beyond physical needs – offering spiritual, social and psychological care, advice and support wherever needed. We also support and educate healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, individualised and co-ordinated care to people with all terminal illnesses.

We receive only around a third of our funding from the NHS. That means we need to fundraise £5m every year from local people, businesses and organisations to continue to fund our services.

Volunteer role: Marketing Guru

Team: Communications Team

Location: Remote

Reports to: Director of Communications (Volunteer)

Hours: Approx  5 hrs week

About Us

Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.

Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a volunteer Marketing Guru to help us drive awareness of and engagement with the fair game mission amongst our key audiences. We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're looking for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's communications goals. 

This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in sports marketing. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help extraordinarily shape the future of football.

Main Responsibilities

You would be essential in developing brand decks and marketing collateral, for our football club, stakeholder and political audiences. You will be responsible for the following tasks:

●       Design promotional and informative decks for a range of Fair Game audience

●       Work with the wider communications team to produce high-quality, engaging marketing collateral for our various audiences

●       Contribute to marketing strategy, shaping our approach and bringing best practices to our marketing initiatives

●       Generate content for online audiences as needed

●    To attend weekly 30-minute meetings with the Heads of the Communications team.

What You'll Need To Bring

●       You will likely be a football fan, with your finger on the pulse of what is going on in the game, from player’s welfare to fan engagement. 

●       Excellent writing skills

●       Experience creating a range of marketing materials and a knack for getting the right message to the right audience

●       Proficiency in and experience with a range of programs (PowerPoint, Canva InDesign etc)

●       Flair for design and a natural grasp of how to present a brand to different audiences

●       A strategic mindset and the ability to think on your feet

●       An excellent sense of what will get people to take action

●       Excellent sub-editing and proofing skills

●       Excellent interpersonal skills

●       Attention to detail

●       A commitment to Fair Game’s values

●       A passion to change football for the better

What You Will Gain

●       A chance to put your stamp on our marketing collateral

●       First-hand experience in creating marketing assets for a fantastic, forthright brand on a real mission

●       Experience working with a passionate team

●       The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to change football for the better

Volunteering

We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference.

We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause.

We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.

Quilombo UK is looking for a Researcher to join their national volunteering team working from home. QuilomboUK is a not for profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated. As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.

By joining QuilomboUK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers,who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.

* All applicants are required to fill out the complete contact details when applying for this position.

Main Responsibilities

• Since its creation, Quilombo UK has collected a great amount of information, evidence and items through projects, fundraisers, events etc.

• We are looking for a volunteer to find published materials related to Quilombo’s key objectives, especially cultural and racial diversity, and stereotypes in UK communities. The materials include all types of evidence, articles, journals, newspaper columns, local and global news stories. 

• The researcher will help to collect information that can be used as an evidence base to help inform future activities, and also in exhibitions, workshops, and community events. 

• We are looking for a self-starter who can source, collect, and share relevant materials independently. You will also be working closely with our volunteers in relevant areas such as Marketing and PR.

• Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.

General tasks 

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

• You will need to have good written skills and be able to explain concepts and projects concisely and accurately; 

• You will be self-starting and willing to research the various projects that we have carried out and catalogue all the evidence collected

• You will need to have good communication and team-working skills as you will be working closely with Marketing & PR and other volunteers

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

• Be computer literate - a good understanding of Microsoft Word is essential and Excel skills are beneficial although support from other volunteers will be provided if necessary

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments 

• Be a strong team player

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.

• Can work without much supervision

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Quilombo UK is looking for a Volunteer Graphic Designer to join the team. Quilombo UK is a not for profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated.

As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.

Quilombo UK works in collaboration with QMC Capoeira School, giving you the chance to support QMC Capoeira which is one of the most awarded Capoeira Schools in UK (UK Coaching Awards, Gillette Sports Awards, Kingston Council Sports Awards).

By joining QuilomboUK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers, who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.

Ideal candidates will use their passion to promote Quilombo UK and raise its profile, while attracting new members. They should create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media.

16 weeks contract.

Main responsibilities:

- Study design briefs and determine requirements
- Schedule projects and define budget constraints
- Conceptualize visuals based on requirements
- Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
- Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand
- Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic
- Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design
- Test graphics across various media
- Amend designs after feedback
- Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand

Essential skills:
- Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite)
- Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks
- Focused, organised and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- A keen eye for aesthetics and details
- Excellent communication skills
- Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus

Desirable:
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

- A portfolio of illustrations or other graphics / CV

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and committed volunteers.

Great opportunity for graduates looking to gain graphic design experience and develop their skills.

Quilombo will share the intellectual property with designer.

Ideally looking for a candidate who is able to volunteer 12 hours a week.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.