Marketing And Social Media Volunteer Volunteer Roles
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About the role
After several years of relying on the efforts from our Co-Founders, Trustees and temporary volunteers we are looking to take the next step in our growth journey through the placement of our first longer-term volunteer.
This role will be designed to oversee all marketing and social media activities of the organization, and to provide leadership to a small group of wonderful and talented student volunteers from London based Universities as they complete tactical projects for ParaPride as part of their studies. This will also include supporting Daniele, our Co-Founder and Community Engagement Director, with planning and reporting of their activities to the university.
The leadership you will provide will initially be indirect, with Daniele being ultimately responsible for the students activities, so we expect this to be a wonderful opportunity for a seasoned marketing or social media professional who would like the opportunity to gain team leadership experience.
Duties
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Advise on how to best grow overall awareness and success of the ParaPride brand.
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Oversee the continuous development of our content creation schedule and distribution of engaging, thought provoking and educational content for our media channels, notably LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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Provide support and guidance to a small team of student volunteers to develop social media and marketing content that supports the mission, vision and values of ParaPride - directly participating in the creation of content at your discretion.
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Ad-hoc creation and distribution of promotional assets for ParaPride events.
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Identify and establish potential additional media channels where it is sustainable to do so with the resources available.
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Maintain the organisations Brand assets and monitor and advise of their use and ensure consistency with our established tone of voice in written content.
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Build partnerships with social media brand ambassadors/influencers to support content creation and brand awareness.
We will also welcome any additional suggestions for how you might wish to apply your skills to support ParaPride in its mission.
The impact you will have
We hope for this role to continue to develop the way that we present ourselves as inclusivity and empowerment champions to the communities we support, our partners and the general public. With your help we will be able to continue to drive awareness and engagement to our activities to make them more impactful than ever before.
About you
Ideally we are looking for someone with 3+ years experience in marketing and/or social media. However, we encourage marketing graduates who can demonstrate strong alignment with our mission, vision and values.
We strongly welcome candidates that have lived experiences of being disabled and/or LGBTQ+, although this not an explicit requirement
Bonus
If you have strong graphic design skills it would be a big plus.
Level of commitment
We are a growing charity and while it is our goal to provide financial compensation for this role in the future, we are unable to initially. In full transparency, this is only an indication of our ambition and will be dependent on a lot of factors linked to appropriate funding. Please do not apply at this time if this is a primary motivator for you, we hope to have more suitable roles for you in time to come.
We are dedicated to be fully respectful of your time, but expect a minimum contribution of 4 hours per month on average (varying according to demand), remote, completely flexible and at time convenient to you. As this is a supervisory role, which we hope to bring continuity to our ways of working, we would like to work with you with an intended 2+ years term (situationally dependent).
Accessibility statement
At ParaPride, we are committed to ensuring that all of our engagements are as accessible and as inclusive as possible. These include applying for and interviewing for roles. Whilst we understand that we can never be fully accessible as everybody's needs are different, we strive to be proactive with thinking about accessibility requirements.
When applying for a role at ParaPride, if you would like to get in touch to talk about any access requirements, please contact us using the details below and we will arrange a date and time to have a conversation with you.
We offer several diverse ways of applying for a role. These include:
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Sending an email
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Recording an audio or video
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Having a face-to-face conversation (on a digital platform)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Starfish Greathearts Foundation is an international development charity aiming to bring life, hope and opportunity to children in South Africa who have been orphaned or made vulnerable through HIV/AIDS and poverty.
For this internship Starfish is looking for an enthusiastic person who is passionate about international development and interested in fundraising and events. Digital marketing, website building or social media experience is important too. Your tasks will include relationship building, research, volunteer recruitment, virtual events organization, fundraising, marketing and general administration.
The Starfish UK London office is small and therefore you will become very much part of the team, being able to experience the operations of a dynamic charity making a big impact. This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience and enhance your CV.
Essential skills - Use of Microsoft packages, organisational skills, good communication skills, research skills, social media, digital marketing experience and the ability to work well in a team with a can do attitude.
Desired experience: Working /volunteering for a university society, participating in and / or working on an event/ experience of using canva and hubspot.
The selected candidate will work from home 2/3 days a week for a minimum of 3 months, opportunity for hybrid working in central London office.
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Unleash Your Creativity & Make a Difference: Volunteer Marketing Designer at Unify Giving!
Do you have a passion for design and a desire to empower others?
Unify Giving, a revolutionary platform directly connecting donors with the homeless community, seeks a creative and compassionate Marketing Designer to join our volunteer team.
Here's how you'll make a real impact:
- Design compelling marketing materials to raise awareness and inspire action.
- Collaborate with a passionate team to develop a strong visual identity for Unify Giving.
- Help us tell the stories of those we serve and showcase the positive change your designs enable.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a strong portfolio showcasing design skills in relevant areas (e.g., graphic design, social media).
- Understands the importance of non-profit marketing and storytelling.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys using their creativity for social good.
- Can commit to 5 hours per week on a volunteer basis.
This is your chance to:
- Make a tangible difference in the lives of others.
- Gain valuable experience in non-profit marketing.
- Work alongside a dedicated team who shares your values.
- Contribute to a mission-driven organisation transforming how we address homelessness.
Please provide a portfolio or examples of previous work with your application :)
Please provide a portfolio or proof of experience
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We're looking for a creative social media volunteer to build our audience across social media, keep all platforms up to date with original content and promote our initiatives with on brand messages on a weekly basis.
The Mental Health Community are a registered charity created out of a passion to improve mental health services and the belief that community is crucial to delivering the means for sustainable recovery for everyone with mental ill-health.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
-Ensuring all social media is up to date and has original content on it.
-Maintaining the baseline number of posts through scheduling.
-Supporting the team to be interactive to what is going on in social media and responding in real time when possible
-Keeping up-to-date with the team, staying in regular contact through email/whatsapp/phone and meetings.
-Create varied and original content using the marketing strategy as a guide
-Working with others in the team to grow our networks.
-Analysing the effects of social media and creating a quarterly report on what has worked well and what has not.
-Being creative and developing new ways of communicating with customers/supporters.
-General promotion of our ethos and advocacy of the issues throughout the duration of the role.
Salary: Voluntary position.
Location: Working from home, remotely
Hours: Approximately 3 hours per week fully flexible, however a baseline of posts must be delivered each week.
Skills/attributes/knowledge/experience
Essential:
Some experience in using Instagram and LinkedIn to support cause/charity/events.
Committed to providing the minimum output of posts as agreed with the team.
Creative and imaginative thinking.
Interested in our causes and ethos around mental health
Lived experience of mental ill health
Proven written communication skills
Proven IT skills and an internet connection
Competent with social media and digital communication tools.
Confident to work on own initiative with minimum supervision but knowing when to consult with and inform others
Organised, able to set and meet own targets and goals
Ability to work to fixed timelines
Desirable:
Experience of coordinating others to contribute to projects.
Experience of working in the third sector.
Verbal communication skills.
Equal Opportunities
The Mental Health Community (registered charity number 1184442) are committed to achieving an inclusive environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination for everyone who works within and accesses our organisation and services.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are excited to announce an outstanding volunteer opportunity at HavenWeb, a dynamic and innovative organisation dedicated to promoting sustainable and eco-friendly living. Our mission is to empower people to grow their own food at home or in a community environment. We are on the lookout for a passionate and creative Marketing Manager to volunteer with us. This individual will play a pivotal role in launching our newest initiative, Seedlings of HavenWeb, aimed at introducing our community to the joys and benefits of home-grown food. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in crafting and implementing a comprehensive marketing strategy to attract new customers and spread our message far and wide.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Implement Marketing Strategies: Craft a strategic marketing plan that encompasses various channels and approaches, including local markets, social media, partnerships, and more, to maximize our outreach and impact.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the HavenWeb team, providing clear and detailed instructions and updates to ensure cohesive efforts and shared success.
- Engagement and Outreach: Engage with our community and potential customers through innovative and compelling campaigns, fostering a deep connection with our mission and offerings.
- Budget Management: Efficiently manage and allocate a limited budget to ensure the most effective use of resources in achieving marketing goals.
- Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing initiatives, adapting strategies as needed to ensure continuous improvement and growth.
- Explore New Avenues: Continuously seek out and evaluate new marketing opportunities and platforms that could enhance our visibility and attract a broader audience.
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in marketing, with the ability to devise and execute effective strategies. We will consider people new to this profession when showning enthusiasm and out-of-the-box thinking.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner.
- A creative thinker with a flair for innovative marketing approaches.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A team player with a collaborative spirit, eager to work with a diverse group of individuals.
- Passionate about sustainability, gardening, and promoting eco-friendly living.
- Previous experience in working with limited budgets and maximizing resource efficiency.
What We Offer:
- A chance to be a part of a meaningful project that makes a real difference in promoting sustainability and eco-friendly practices.
- The opportunity to enhance your marketing portfolio with a unique and impactful initiative.
- A platform to unleash your creativity and marketing skills in a supportive and vibrant environment.
- The ability to work remotely and flexibly, accommodating your schedule and commitments.
Join us in planting the seeds of change with HavenWeb. Together, we can grow a greener, more sustainable future.
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Children of Voices is a hugely respected charitable organisation helping to improve the lives of young people and their families through genuine care, love, and support.
We are currently seeking a volunteer PR & Marketing Manager. This role is ideal for an individual with previous experience in a PR/Marketing role looking to work within the charity sector.
Responsibilities typically include:
Writing and editing social media content, press releases, CWV guidelines, leaflets, speeches, newsletters and website content
Utilising social media to maintain and manage the CWV image
Representing CWV at events/presentations/meetings
Owning and managing communications related to CWV’s online and offline presence
Developing good working relationships with the media
overseeing and approving all social media content produced by social media team
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Numberfit is a social enterprise that makes maths fun and engaging for children across all age groups.
We're seeking a dynamic and versatile individual to join our team as a marketing specialist. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and executing integrated digital marketing, with a little PR, strategies to promote Numberfit's brand, products, and mission. You'll work closely with our team to craft compelling narratives, engage with our audience, and drive awareness and engagement across various online and offline channels.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement comprehensive digital, traditional and guerrilla marketing and PR strategies to enhance Numberfit's brand presence and reach.
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Create engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, blogs, email newsletters, and website copy.
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Manage and grow Numberfit's social media channels, fostering community engagement and interaction.
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Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, influencers, and key stakeholders to secure press coverage and partnerships.
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Monitor and analyse PR and digital marketing performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimise strategies and campaigns.
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Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital marketing and PR.
If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to join a small team dedicated to transforming education and empowering children, we'd love to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer with the RNLI and help us to save lives in the sea and on the Thames
Our Gravesend Lifeboat station fundraising branch is currently putting together an exciting events calander for the year ahead and would like to recruit a volunteer to support them in promoting events, advertising recruitment vacancies and promoting the operational and engagement work of the RNLI in Gravesend on social media.
This is a post that might suit someone looking to volunteer, but unable to give a fixed, regular commitment as it can be carried out flexibly to fit around existing commitments. The group has a small social media presence they're looking to develop and we would like you to work closely on this with the lifeboat station crew as well as the fundraising team. Much of the work could be carried out remotely, but the group are keen to find someone fairly local to Gravesend as in addition to some local knowledge being useful, they'd love you to be able to join them for the occasional event or get together.
This role can be a fixed term volunteer post if that's preferred by the applicant - ideally we would like a minimum of around 3 months in order to get an online presence established.
Thank you for your support!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Our Team as a Social Media Volunteer!
Do you love creating engaging content and connecting with people? Brave Mind is looking for a Social Media Volunteer who can bring our online community to life! This is a perfect opportunity for students over 18
looking to dive into the world of social media while fuelling their passion for positive mental health and rugby.
About us:
Brave Mind is a national charity focused on and passionate about improving the mental health of people in and connected to the rugby community. We believe in the strength of community and aim to empower and educate people involved in rugby to drive positive change and normalise the conversation around mental health.
Role: Social Media Volunteer
Location: Remote - perfect for students
Commitment: Flexible hours.
Key responsibilities:
• Craft and share compelling content across our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) that highlights our work as well as linking to rugby, community, and mental health.
• Engage with our followers through comments, messages, and interactive content.
• Stay up to date with rugby news and trends to ensure our content is relevant and engaging.
• Collaborate with our team to brainstorm innovative social media strategies and campaigns.
• Represent Brave Mind’s mission with enthusiasm and authenticity.
What we’re looking for:
• Have an understanding and interest in mental health and wellbeing.
• A passionate rugby fan, knowledgeable about the sport.
• Excellent copy writing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Creative and innovative thinker, with a knack for storytelling.
• Ability to use a range of digital design tools including Canva, to communicate through a range of mediums from reels to infographics to static posts.
• Familiarity with social media trends and analytics.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Over 18.
Why volunteer with us?
• Gain valuable experience in social media management and digital marketing.
• Make a tangible difference in promoting mental health awareness.
• Join a community of rugby lovers and advocates for mental wellbeing.
• Flexible volunteering that fits around your studies and personal commitments.
We are welcoming applicants who have passion for the role and would enjoy supporting a leading UK Mental Health Charity in the Rugby world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Could you help SSAFA reach more supporters and raise greater awareness of our services through the magic of social media and digital marketing? You don’t need a military background, just some basic digital skills, the ability to get on with a wide range of people and good written English. If you have I.T or digital marketing experience, that would be great but not essential. We’d love you to get in touch to find out more.
What is a Digital Marketing Volunteer?
There are SSAFA branches and service committees throughout the UK and overseas. We use local microsites and social media to raise awareness of our services, raise funds and find new volunteers. Digital Marketing volunteers help us maximise our message, keep content up to date and increase traffic to our sites.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
Our clients, volunteers and supporters come from all backgrounds and age groups and want to engage with us in different ways too. To offer the best possible service we need to provide seamless communication, consistent messages, and accurate information. We’d love to hear from you if think you could help us grow our on-line presence.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home.
The role would suit someone looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity as times and days could fit in around work and other commitments to suit you.
What would you be doing?
- As part of a team of volunteers, maintain branch microsites and social media feeds.
- Look at ways to increase traffic to microsites and improve SSAFA’s digital brand.
- Keep content current and accurate.
- Support and maintain the SSAFA brand by consistently using our brand guidelines and tone of voice.
- Working with the digital marketing team, interpret analytical data to develop local communication plans.
- Working with local SSAFA branches, build social media channels and integrate on-line and off-line activity to best effect.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Be a part of our motivated and enthusiastic team.
- Experience, training and skills from a national charity that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Use your skills, knowledge, and experience to benefit the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.
- Develop contacts, skills and opportunities working with influential people and organisations.
- Improve and develop your digital skills, useful in all aspects of your life.
- Support and friendship in your local area and the wider SSAFA community
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Support from our Digital Marketing team based at SSAFA Central Office.
- Training on our web platform
- Access to analytical tools and our digital marketing tool kit
- Induction covering all the aspects of SSAFAs services and the difference we can make to people’s lives.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people, possibly with some experience of digital marketing/ IT or social media
- Ability to write in English to a good standard.
- Ability to be respectful and non-judgemental with clients, supporters, volunteers, other agencies, and staff.
- Understanding of how social media can be used to engage and influence.
- Ability to use social media applications including adding and editing content.
- Basic understanding of website maintenance, training will be provided.
- Basic understanding of digital analytical tools, training will be provided.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a disclosure check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking Social Media Volunteers to assist our Social Media Marketing Team in creating and distributing engaging content on Hidayah’s social media platforms. Social media is integral to connecting with the Hidayah community, growing our organisational reach and promoting events such as our Queer Book Club, in-house research and educational resources for Ramadan.
We also use our social media platforms to post adverts for volunteers, promote Hidayah’s membership, respond to world news via solidarity statements and signpost LGBTQI+ Muslims to a range of national and international support.
You do not need to be LGBTQI+ or Muslim to be able to carry out this role. However, it is important to have a broad knowledge and understanding of these areas to be able to genuinely engage with the specific audience that follows Hidayah’s social media platforms.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
Our Social Media Volunteers have a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Creating and editing content to distribute across Hidayah’s social media platforms e.g. TikTok and Instagram
- Communicating with other volunteers and the Social Media Marketing Trustee on feedback, suggestions and issues
- Carrying out independent research to obtain quality content and sharing relevant information on Hidayah’s platforms
- Actively engage with people following us on social media
- Promoting events and projects as and when appropriate
- Administration; monitoring inboxes, responding to messages and comments, signposting to the relevant emails, archiving out of date posts
What do we expect from a Social Media Volunteer?
Skills:
- Competency in social media channels (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn).
- Experience using and generating content for TikTok
- Filming competency desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of Hootsuite desirable but not essential
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the community
- Understand the importance of confidentiality and behave with professionalism
Personality:
- Strong commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of LGBTQIA+ Muslim individuals
- A willingness to learn
- A self-starter who is proactive and inquisitive
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
- Passion for Hidayah’s cause
- Reliable with good organisational skills
- A creative and inquisitive thinker
All volunteers are expected to join Hidayah’s Membership and Hidayah Discord server, read all Hidayah policies read, understand and agree with the constitution of Hidayah (available on our website).
Please ensure you do not have a conflict of interest with your current role and check this prior to applying for this role.
How much commitment is required?
The hours are flexible around your schedule, but typically we envisage this role taking up to 4 hours a week. Monthly catch ups are organised with the Social Media Marketing Trustee to assess workload and availability.
What benefits do I get from this role?
Volunteering with Hidayah brings a range of a benefits such as:
- Contributing to Hidayah’s cause, making a different to LGBTQI+ Muslims
- Supporting vulnerable communities
- Connecting with like-minded, passionate people
- Experience working in community events
- Development of professional networking skills
- A warm and approachable Board member to support you throughout your volunteering journey
- A reference for your CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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While gaining invaluable experience, practice your passion within real-life scenarios.
We’re looking for Social Media Manager volunteers to join our team, who will play a key role in the growth of our brand messages and visions. The ideal candidate will assist us grow our on-line presence and increase traffic to our digital channels.
Responsibilities
Increase traffic to our digital channels
Grow our brand messages, visions and on-line presence.
Requirements
Working experience with online digital marketing & Social Media
Strong verbal, written, and organisational skills.
Enthusiastic, Dedicated and willing to learn.
The role could be entirely remote and is unremunerated but all reasonable expenses will be met.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a digital marketing opportunity that makes a real difference to a local charity? Do you want to expand your digital marketing skills? We're looking for a marketing volunteer to support our Digital Marketing team.
At Acorns Children's Hospice, we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. As a Digital Marketing Volunteer, you'll help our marketing team to maximise engagement through online platforms like our website and social media and you'll support with creating digital content.
Am I right for the role?
We're looking for volunteers who:
- have experience with Wordpress, from creating and amending webpages to adding SEO text
- are able to source and edit images for our website
- set up short links, redirects and tracking links
How much time will it take?
You can choose the days and times that you're available to support us, but ideally the team are looking for a volunteer who is available on Thursdays and Fridays.
Why volunteer at Acorns?
- To help a local charity and make a difference in your community
- Connect with likeminded people and make new friends
- Learn new marketing skills to boost your CV
- Opportunities to progress to other roles
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We have an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in social media to help create and deliver engaging and informative content across a range of platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
The aim will be to highlight the life-changing services we provide to people with BPD, while encouraging prospective volunteers and supporters to get involved by fundraising or donating time.
What you will be doing
- researching and creating a range of content (text, images and videos) for different channels including Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube
- identifying opportunities to reach new audiences and raise our social profile
- engaging with followers and encouraging conversations
- running online campaigns
- promoting services, projects and volunteering opportunities
Who we are looking for
- experience of using, or a demonstrable passion for, social media including Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube
- strong communication/writing skills
- professional when communicating online
- basic photography or video skills would be a bonus but not essential (full training will be given on using Canva)
What you'll receive
- comprehensive induction and ongoing support
- the chance to be involved in our work and make a real difference to people in need
- valuable experience in social media, PR, marketing and communications
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Could you help SSAFA reach more supporters and raise greater awareness of our services through the magic of social media and digital marketing? You don’t need a military background, just some basic digital skills, the ability to get on with a wide range of people and good written English. If you have I.T or digital marketing experience, that would be great but not essential. We’d love you to get in touch to find out more.
What is a Digital Marketing Volunteer?
There are SSAFA branches and service committees throughout the UK and overseas. We use local microsites and social media to raise awareness of our services, raise funds and find new volunteers. Digital Marketing volunteers help us maximise our message, keep content up to date and increase traffic to our sites.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
Our clients, volunteers and supporters come from all backgrounds and age groups and want to engage with us in different ways too. To offer the best possible service we need to provide seamless communication, consistent messages, and accurate information. We’d love to hear from you if think you could help us grow our on-line presence.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home.
The role would suit someone looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity as times and days could fit in around work and other commitments to suit you.
What would you be doing?
- As part of a team of volunteers, maintain branch microsites and social media feeds.
- Look at ways to increase traffic to microsites and improve SSAFA’s digital brand.
- Keep content current and accurate.
- Support and maintain the SSAFA brand by consistently using our brand guidelines and tone of voice.
- Working with the digital marketing team, interpret analytical data to develop local communication plans.
- Working with local SSAFA branches, build social media channels and integrate on-line and off-line activity to best effect.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Be a part of our motivated and enthusiastic team.
- Experience, training and skills from a national charity that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Use your skills, knowledge, and experience to benefit the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.
- Develop contacts, skills and opportunities working with influential people and organisations.
- Improve and develop your digital skills, useful in all aspects of your life.
- Support and friendship in your local area and the wider SSAFA community
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Support from our Digital Marketing team based at SSAFA Central Office.
- Training on our web platform
- Access to analytical tools and our digital marketing tool kit
- Induction covering all the aspects of SSAFAs services and the difference we can make to people’s lives.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people, possibly with some experience of digital marketing/ IT or social media
- Ability to write in English to a good standard.
- Ability to be respectful and non-judgemental with clients, supporters, volunteers, other agencies, and staff.
- Understanding of how social media can be used to engage and influence.
- Ability to use social media applications including adding and editing content.
- Basic understanding of website maintenance, training will be provided.
- Basic understanding of digital analytical tools, training will be provided.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a disclosure check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.