393 Volunteer and community engagement manager jobs

15 hours per week (0.4 FTE - hours can be worked flexibly across 2-3 days)
Starting salary: £30,000 pro rata, progressing to £35,540 pro rata after 12-month probation period, plus 6% pension contribution
Location: Remote/hybrid (with occasional travel)
Contract: Permanent

Help support and strengthen an active professional community

The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) is the leading professional body representing archaeologists working across the UK and internationally. Through our Groups, Networks and volunteers, we provide opportunities for members to connect, share expertise and contribute to the development of the profession.

We are seeking an organised and proactive Membership Engagement Coordinator to support volunteers with the delivery of member-focused activities and events and help strengthen engagement across our professional community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, building relationships, and supporting volunteers to achieve shared goals.

About the role

Working closely with CIfA's Groups and Networks, you will support our volunteers to plan and deliver online meetings and events that provide member engagement, professional networking and continuing professional development (CPD) and contribute to CIfA's strategic objectives.

CIfA has 20 Area and Special Interest Groups and three professional networks.

The role offers considerable variety and would suit someone who enjoys managing multiple priorities while working with a wide range of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of Group and Network activities.
• Act as a key point of contact for volunteer committees and representatives.
• Coordinate communications between Groups, Networks, CIfA staff and the wider membership and archaeological sector.
• Assist with the promotion of Group and Network activities and opportunities through appropriate channels.
• Support volunteer recruitment, induction and engagement.
• Promote the benefits of professional networking, volunteering and CPD.

For more information please see the Job description and person specification.

Why join us?

At CIfA, you'll be joining a small team committed to strengthening professional practice and supporting the archaeological profession.

Additional benefits

We offer

· 27 days annual leave, 3 additional company holiday days between Christmas and New Year plus bank holidays (pro rata)

· Flexible working arrangements

· Employee Assistance programme

CIfA’s policy on equal opportunities

CIfA is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities in archaeology. In line with our equal opportunities policy, we want to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment or access to opportunities for training and development on any grounds not relevant to employment practice.

CIfA would like to actively encourage qualified individuals to apply for this position, regardless of background or personal disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment processes, including assistance

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement (either as an email or separate document) explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Closing date: 26 October 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 16 November or 23 November

We reserve the right to close this opportunity earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is found.