Senior hr manager volunteer roles in Manchester, greater manchester
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Responsibilities
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As the Senior HR Officer in our Volunteer Relations team, you will be reporting directly to the HR Manager, as well as oversee the day-to-day management of volunteer relations across our organisation, ensuring the smooth execution of policies and adherence to the Volunteer Handbook. Your role involves being the primary point of contact for volunteers, addressing queries, and resolving issues promptly while upholding the organisation’s standards and values.
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You will also play a key role in fostering a professional and supportive environment for all volunteers, maintaining productive relationships, and ensuring operational excellence in volunteer management.
Duties
1. Exit Management
- Facilitate seamless volunteer offboarding processes, including conducting structured exit interviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintain accurate records of exits to inform retention and engagement strategies.
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies during volunteer departures.
2. Volunteer Inactivity Management
- Monitor volunteer activity levels and implement inactivity management procedures in collaboration with line managers.
- Maintain updated records to track and report volunteer activity trends.
3. Grievance and Conflict Resolution
- Implement and manage an efficient grievance procedure to handle volunteer concerns professionally and promptly.
- Ensure impartiality and transparency in addressing grievances, collaborating with relevant stakeholders for resolution.
- Collaborate with the L&D team to provide periodic training for volunteers and managers on grievance handling and conflict resolution.
4. Policy Execution and Compliance
- Act as the primary custodian of the Volunteer Handbook, ensuring volunteers are well-informed about organisational policies and procedures.
- Monitor compliance with organisational guidelines and address any violations in consultation with the HR Manager.
- Partner with the Policy team to update the Volunteer Handbook periodically to reflect regulatory changes and organisational needs.
5. Volunteer Relations
- Serve as the first point of contact for volunteers, addressing their queries and concerns to foster a positive environment.
- Actively promote inclusivity and diversity in all volunteer-related activities.
6. Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure all volunteer-related activities comply with organisational and legal standards.
- Prepare regular reports on the approved Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including challenges and support needed.
Requirements
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Excellent writing and communication skills.
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IT literacy with own equipment (laptop and phone)
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Ability to work well in a team.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
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Passionate for personal development
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Good experience and foundation in employee/volunteer relations
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Right to volunteer in the UK
Benefits
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This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
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Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why Volunteer with Us?
We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our volunteers and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
What You’ll Gain
Recognition through:
oLinkedIn testimonial and reference
oA public thank you post
oPermission to list YouthAdvantage UK as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn
oA written reference upon completion of your commitment
We look forward to hearing from you!
Thank you!
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Supporting a values-led organisation through inclusive and effective people practices
Equality in Tourism is a not-for-profit organisation working to advance gender equality and social justice across the global tourism industry. Through research, partnerships and advocacy, we support a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable tourism sector.
Our work relies on a dedicated network of volunteers, who contribute their time and expertise in different ways. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Senior HR & Volunteer Lead to help strengthen how we recruit, support and engage this community.
This is a key volunteer leadership role, suited to someone who can bring both strategic oversight and practical guidance to our people practices.
The Role
You will work closely with the leadership team to ensure that our internal practices reflect our commitment to equity, inclusion and fair work.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and refining our volunteer recruitment approach, ensuring it is inclusive, transparent, and genuinely reflects our values
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Developing and maintaining appropriate HR processes and policies for a small, mission-driven organisation
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Supporting effective and welcoming onboarding practices for new volunteers
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Advising on volunteer engagement, wellbeing and retention
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Providing guidance to volunteer managers to support a respectful, collaborative and inclusive working environment
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Establishing clear approaches to feedback and development for the volunteers
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Contributing to a culture that reflects Equality in Tourism’s commitment to gender equality, diversity and ethical practice
About You
We are looking for someone with senior-level experience in HR, people management or organisational development, ideally with an understanding of the not-for-profit or voluntary sector.
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Experience in developing or advising on inclusive HR and recruitment practices
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The ability to balance structure with flexibility in a small organisation
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Strong interpersonal and advisory skills, with a collaborative and supportive approach
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An interest in, and commitment to, gender equality, human rights and sustainable tourism
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The confidence to work both strategically and at a practical level
Why This Role Matters
Our volunteers play a central role in delivering our work. Ensuring they are supported, respected and effectively engaged is essential to our impact.
In this role, you will help to ensure that:
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Our internal practices are aligned with our external mission
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Volunteers have a positive and meaningful experience and encourage volunteer retention
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We continue to grow in a way that is inclusive, sustainable and values-driven
What You’ll Gain
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The opportunity to contribute to an organisation working to influence positive change in global tourism policy and practice
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A meaningful leadership role within a respected, purpose-driven organisation
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The chance to apply your professional expertise in support of social impact
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Experience working with a committed, international network
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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About this Role: Volunteer Senior (HR) People Manager
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, unpaid role)
- Contribution Requirements: Minimum of 10-15 hours per week; minimum of 3 months.
Professional Volunteering
Professional volunteering is skills‑based service performed with the same reliability, accountability, and quality expected in a paid professional role. Volunteers are core contributors whose work directly supports our mission of global compassion, collaboration, and action.
Expectations include:
- Consistent weekly availability
- Timely communication and responsiveness
- Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through
- Participation in team meetings and workflows
- Alignment with organizational values and processes.
About Solution Community:
Solution Community is an international non-profit organization, pioneering an innovative social platform dedicated to enabling actionable change. With volunteers from over 60 countries, we are a testament to the power of global collaboration. Our team members bring experience from some of the world’s most successful companies, including Apple, Toyota, Walmart, Meta, and many others, creating a rich tapestry of knowledge and passion.
Our Mission:
To foster a global community filled with compassion and drive, uniting diverse talents through our network to solve pressing global issues. We facilitate collaboration, inspire action, and foster awareness to create tangible impacts that resonate across generations.
Our Vision:
We want to make the world a better place for everyone. We support people worldwide in unifying their forces to resolve global and local issues that people, groups, communities, institutions, non-profits, and organizations face daily. You can learn more about us by visiting our Website or LinkedIn page.
Summary of Role:
Help shape the future of our organization. With your extensive experience, you will lead daily People operations, streamline onboarding and offboarding, coordinate contribution reviews, and implement best practices to ensure a productive and supportive work environment. Your role will be crucial in recruiting top talent and fostering a culture that aligns with our values and mission. By promoting our agile ways of working, you will help build an efficient remote-working environment.
What Will You Do?
- Develop and implement effective onboarding programs to ensure new hires are integrated smoothly.
- Support the full recruitment life cycle, from job postings to interviewing and hiring.
- Implement and manage our contribution review system.
- Foster a positive and inclusive remote workplace culture.
- Manage the accuracy of the HRIS, up-to-date team members’ records, and documentation.
- Develop, communicate, implement, and update our standard operating procedures.
Who Are We Looking For?
- In-depth understanding of HR and People operations best practices, labor laws, and regulations.
- Proficiency with HRIS software, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Sheets.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Organizational skills: the ability to prioritize, manage time, and independently manage multiple tasks.
- Attentive communication - the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
What Success Looks Like
- A clear, consistent external narrative that reflects Solution Community’s mission and impact.
- Increased visibility through earned media, partnerships, and speaking or interview opportunities.
- Stronger online reputation supported by authentic testimonials, positive sentiment, and responsive stakeholder engagement.
- Regular reporting on outreach activity and results, with actionable recommendations to improve performance.
What We Offer
- Global collaboration with leaders and strategists from top global companies.
- Meaningful impact on global causes and communities.
- A vibrant, multicultural team spanning 70+ countries.
- A supportive environment rooted in compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
- Flexible work life with full autonomy.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world's social problems.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.