Advocate volunteer roles in Birmingham
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
We are Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C. We aim to increase inclusion and representation for the disabled community across society. We have several different services including bespoke characters, workshops, free resources, events, sensory trails and more.
As we continue to grow, we are on a mission to make finding and accessing information around everything to do with disability easier. Hence, we're putting together a brand-new team of volunteers who are passionate about content and using the power of social media for good
Who Are We Looking For?
·Someone who is passionate about our mission of inclusion, representation, and belonging.
·Having social media skills is helpful, but enthusiasm for creating and editing content, building online communities, and supporting our digital presence is essential.
·You should enjoy research, taking on challenges, and bringing a creative mindset to your work.
·Be willing to learn or have knowledge of editing and posting videos.
·Be able to support our online initiatives while collaborating with our team.
What Do We Expect?
·Must be willing to undertake our training programme, which will be completed virtually at a time that suits you.
·Have a DBS check (preferably be on the update service) or be willing to complete one with us.
·Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it, please discuss it with us; we’re happy to make small changes where appropriate.)
·Have a positive attitude toward disability and illness.
Benefits of Volunteering with Buttons & Bubbles C.I.C
·Make a difference in your community.
·Have a positive impact on people’s lives.
· Develop your current skills and gain new ones.
· Demonstrate your commitment and reliability to future employers.
· Show your ability to balance and manage your time effectively.
· Build your confidence.
· Explore new areas of interest by taking on additional tasks if you wish.
If you have any accomodations you would like us to make for your interview please do get in touch.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for passionate Animal Advocates to join our Events Team and help raise vital funds for animals in need in their local community. This role is ideal for someone who loves animals, enjoys connecting with people in their community, and wants to make a meaningful difference.
Animal Advocates organise and host small fundraising stalls within their local area, helping to raise awareness and funds to support animals who need our help.
Key Responsibilities
As an Animal Advocate, you will:
- Identify opportunities to hold a fundraising stall in your community at least once a month (for example at markets, fairs, community events or outside local businesses).
- Research and approach local businesses who may wish to donate items that can be sold to raise funds to support our work.
- Encourage people in your community to donate good-quality second-hand items that can be sold on the stall.
- Set up and run fundraising stalls to engage with the public and promote the charity’s work.
- Help raise awareness about the animals we support and the difference donations make.
- Be a vital part of our Events Team.
Support and Resources
As part of our team, volunteers will receive:
- A welcome pack containing everything you need to get started.
- Ongoing support from advice on organising stalls, collecting donations and growing your impact.
- Encouragement to build a small local team of volunteers, if you prefer working as part of a team, to support your activities.
Essential Experience / Skills:
- Passionate about helping animals.
- Friendly and confident speaking to people in their community.
- Organised and motivated to plan local fundraising opportunities.
- Happy to approach local businesses and community members.
- Enthusiastic about making a difference.
What You’ll Gain
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Help animals in need
- Meet like-minded people
- Become a positive voice for animals in your community
- Develop fundraising, community engagement and leadership skills.
Every stall you organise helps us provide care, safety and a brighter future for animals who need it most.
Closing Date: The job advert will close as soon as suitable candidates have been found. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection & Welfare of Animals) is a UK registered charity dedicated to creating a better future for animals in need
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for volunteers to join the GBSL project run by the Sickle Cell Society and help increase life-saving blood donations in Black-heritage communities.
What you’ll do:
- Raise awareness about the importance of ethnically matched blood for people with Sickle Cell
- Help grow the movement through community events and social media
- Encourage friends, family and community networks to register as donors
- Share facts and real stories about blood donation
We support and represent people affected by sickle cell disorder.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.