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We want you to help us to connect families across Scotland by managing a special closed Community Network Facebook group and a Padlet of groups and events with the support of Adoption UK Staff and current Community Network volunteers. As a Virtual Community Network Volunteer (VCNV), you would be responsible for administering a closed Facebook group for families with adopted children and young people. The purpose of the group is to share Adoption UK Scotland groups and events but also to share activities aimed at adoptive families or care experienced children in one place. 

s a Virtual Community Network Volunteer (VCNV), you would be responsible for administering a closed Facebook group for families with adopted children and young people. The purpose of the group is to share Adoption UK Scotland groups and events but also to share activities aimed at adoptive families or care experienced children in one place. It would also allow parents to post in the group to find families local to them that they can connect with outside Adoption UK Scotland activities. As VCNV you would be responsible for moderating the chat and posts within the group, creating and managing a Padlet that contains groups or events that local authorities or other 3rd sector organisations are hosting. 

The Skills and Experience you need 

• IT literate and familiar with Facebook
• Enthusiasm

• Ability to respect other people’s differences and non-judgemental 

• Confidence to work independently and the ability to recognise when to ask for support or raise concerns if required 

• Desirable but not essential: Personal experience or understanding of the issues facing adoptive parents 

What’s in it for you 

• Be part of a new way of supporting adoptive families to thrive in Scotland

• Flexibility to volunteer at a time that suits you

• Free membership to AUK and access to relevant training and development opportunities

• Use and develop your communication, organisational and people skills 

• Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out the role and agreed out-of-pocket expenses 

Role Purpose

To create content for AuDHD UK’s social media platforms by planning, creating, and sharing engaging content that raises awareness, fosters community, and supports the charity’s mission.

What will you be doing?

Content Creation 

• Design and produce creative, accessible social media posts, including graphics, videos, and written content.
• Schedule and publish posts across platforms such as Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Ensure consistency in branding, tone and messaging across all social media platforms. 

Planning 

• Help to maintain and update  a social media content calendar to ensure consistent and timely posting.
• Research social media trends, audience interests, and relevant topics to inform content.
• Stay up to date with platform algorithms and best practices. 

Additional Duties

• Collaborate with the Communications & Marketing Lead and other teams to align social media with broader campaigns and events.
• Stay informed about social media best practices and platform updates.
• Support the development of an inclusive and welcoming online community. 

What are we looking for?

Essential Skills & Attributes 

• Experience creating content for social media accounts for organisations or projects.
• Strong content creation skills, including graphic design and copywriting.
• Creativity, organisation, good written English and attention to detail.
• Commitment to AuDHD UK’s mission and values.
• Lived experience of AuDHD or neurodivergence (desirable). 

What difference will you make?

With our charity increasing in activity, our social media team are experiencing higher demand and we therefore would like to expand our team. 

Are you a TikTok wizard? Great at creating content from carousel posts to stories? Well our dogs need you to help build our exposure on Tik Tok, identify trends and ride the algorithims. The role will involve content creation every other day supporting our current Tik Tok volunteer who you will work closely with? We would love to welcome you to the team.

We are looking for a creative and passionate Volunteer Marketing & PR Officer to help raise awareness of our work, strengthen our public profile, and engage supporters, partners, and donors.

Job Title: Marketing & PR Assistant
Organisation: Adanna Women’s Support Group
Location: Redbridge London
Salary: £voluntary 
Contract: 14 hrs
Reporting to: Operations Manager

About Us

Adanna Women’s Support Group is a small but impactful non-profit support group dedicated to supporting and empowering women in our community who have experienced some of life’s challenges and lost their confidence and have no local network. Through our programmes, advocacy, and partnerships, we aim to create opportunities, provide support, build confidence and amplify the voices of women facing social and economic challenges.

We are looking for a creative and passionate Marketing & PR Officer to help raise awareness of our work, strengthen our public profile, and engage supporters, partners, and donors.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys storytelling, digital marketing, and community engagement. As a key member of a small team, you will lead our marketing and PR activity, helping us share our impact, promote our programmes, and grow our supporter base.

You will create engaging content, manage social media platforms, coordinate media outreach, and support the promotion of events and campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver marketing campaigns to promote the charity’s services, events, and impact.
• Manage and grow the charity’s social media presence through engaging and regular content.
• Write press releases, stories, and communications that highlight the charity’s work.
• Build relationships with media outlets, partners, and community organisations.
• Support the promotion of fundraising campaigns and community events.
• Update website content and assist with digital marketing initiatives.
• Ensure consistent branding across all communications and materials.
• Create engaging flyers and publicity materials for our services and events that is consistent with our branding and ensuring our funders logos are prominently displayed

About You

We’re looking for someone who is creative, organised, and passionate about making a difference.

You will ideally have:

• Experience in marketing, communications, or PR.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital content.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• A genuine interest in supporting women and promoting equality.

Experience in the non-profit/charity sector is helpful but not essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a passionate and supportive small team.
• Help amplify the voices and experiences of women in our community.
• Opportunity to shape and grow the organisation’s communications and public profile.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Potential to become a paid role

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in the role and how your experience fits the position.

Application Deadline: asap - applications will be processed on a rolling baiss and the post will close once a suitable candidate if found

Adanna Women’s Support group is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Note on Equality: Adanna Women’s Support group is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the nature of our work and the vulnerable women we support, this post may be subject to an Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

We are looking for a creative and reliable volunteer to join our Social Media Team, helping us share our work and increase awareness through engaging content.

This role focuses on creating Reels and social media content using Canva and instagram editor tools using existing charity materials. You don’t need to be an expert, however some experience and knowldege of social media communications is ideal. Guidance will be given as you develop your skills.

Working Style

You’ll be joining a small, friendly and active team. Content is planned in advance, with a relaxed monthly Zoom catch-up for planning and ongoing communication via WhatsApp for day-to-day support.

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging Reels and posts using Canva (Charity account access provided)

• Use existing photos, videos, and content provided by the charity

• Share adoption posts accross facebook and other platforms to help our dogs find homes

• Help maintain consistency across our channels

• Use Google Drive to access and organise content

Skills & Experience

• Some experience with Canva (basic level is fine)

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)

• Comfortable using (or quick to learn) Google Drive

• Creative eye for simple, engaging content

• Good organisation and ability to work independently is essential

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about animal welfare

• Reliable and consistent in completing agreed tasks

• Clear about what they can commit to each month - and follow through

• Able to manage their time and work independently

Time Commitment

Flexible - whether you can offer a few hours a week or a few hours a month, we ask that you commit to what you can realistically deliver and complete tasks in a timely manner.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in social media content creation for a charity

• The opportunity to build your portfolio (Reels, posts, campaigns)

• Being part of a passionate, supportive team

• Making a real impact on the lives of rescue animals

We are looking for a content creator to advance our reach and engagement on X was Twitter. The charity operates under a social media policy that will be shared with the successful candidate and all content will be required to fall within those ethical guidelines. The role will include content creation based around the activity of the charity and brainstorming ideas for new content and ways to extend reach of all posts. Come and join a friendly fun team creating content for our other platforms and help rescue and rehome dogs in need.

Who are we?

We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We are dedicated to increasing inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for volunteers to help with our social media. We want to massively improve and increase our content from TikTok to You Tube. So much goes into social media from the physical filming and scripts to making the small everyday promotional posts to bigger videos, editing and posting them. We need people to help with every aspect of social media  But don’t panic we are not asking one person to do all of this! So keep reading....

Who are we looking for?

• Somebody who is fun loving
• Be creative. Content creation is all about being creative.
• Knowledge or willingness to research algorithms and social media trends.
• Willing to learn or has knowledge of editing and posting videos
• Enjoy building online community
• No previous experience is necessary but a willingness to learn is essential.

What do we expect?

• Must be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
• Have a basic DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
• Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it please do discuss it with us and we will be happy to have a conversation and make small changes if appropriate).
• A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answer questions on this.

Interested? 

Get in touch and we can chat. Please note we are looking for volunteers who are based in the UK and ideally located around Berkshire, Outskirts of London, Surrey and Hampshire. 

About Us

The New Normal are a growing charity whose mission is to change the way we discuss our grief, mental health and wellbeing in open and honest spaces. We believe that nobody should ever feel isolated, and there is always someone who will relate to your story. “If there’s one, there’s two.”

We run free virtual and in-person peer support meetings for adults facing life’s difficult moments, particularly bereavement. 

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about using social media for good? This is your chance to use your skills to support people through one of life's most difficult experiences.

You'll help us spread our message that nobody should face grief alone, connect people to our free virtual and in-person peer support meetings, and grow an online community built on openness and compassion. You'll receive regular check-ins and guidance from a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator, free safeguarding training, and a reference letter upon completion, all while building real, meaningful experience in the rewarding charity sector.

This role is ideal for students, recent graduates, or career changers looking to build experience in charity communications or digital media.

What You'll Do

• Create social media posts in line with our brand tone: inclusive, warm, and sensitive to the subject of bereavement
• Schedule and post updates about weekly peer support meetings and events
• Help plan simple campaigns or awareness posts around key dates (Mental Health Awareness Week, Grief Awareness Week, World Suicide Prevention Day, etc.)
• Contribute creative ideas to help our mission reach more people online
• Communicate regularly with your coordinator and flag any challenges early

What We're Looking For

• Someone who can commit to the full 6-month term (potential to extend)
• Reliable, communicative, and respectful of sensitive subject matter
• An interest in mental health, bereavement support, or nonprofit communications
• Confidence using social media (Instagram)
• Comfortable working independently with light supervision and taking initiative

What You'll Gain

• Valuable experience in charity communications and social media management
• Free safeguarding, peer support and Suicide First Aid (lite) training worth £500 (a great addition to your CV)
• A reference letter or LinkedIn recommendation upon successful completion
• Regular mentorship, support, and a welcoming volunteer community
• The chance to make a genuine difference for people navigating challenging circumstances

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive volunteer community and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from global majority and gender marginalised groups.

Red Diamond Compost

We transform invasive biomass into regenerative biostimulants and an AI-enabled bioconversion platform.

Blog Writer / Content Writer (Sustainability & Climate)

We are looking for a volunteer Blog Writer to help translate our work into clear, engaging written content.

Red Diamond Compost develops regenerative agricultural solutions and conducts research, trials, and farmer training initiatives. This role focuses on turning insights, field experiences, and technical information into accessible articles and written content.

Responsibilities may include:

• Writing blog posts and articles based on our work and insights
• Converting video content and discussions into written pieces
• Translating technical research into clear, reader-friendly language
• Supporting thought leadership and educational content
• Editing and refining existing written materials

This role is ideal for someone passionate about sustainability, agriculture, climate solutions, and storytelling through writing.

Minimum Hours per Week:

2-3 hours per week

Duration:

3-5 months

Cystar

We empower people with PCOS through a personalized digital platform for education, care, and community.

Social Media Designer/ Content Creator (Women’s Health)

✨ Join Cystar as an Instagram Content Creator (Volunteer Role) ✨
Are you passionate about creating meaningful content and using social media to make a difference? We’re looking for a creative and proactive Instagram Content Creator to help grow our presence in the women’s health space, with a focus on PCOS awareness and support. ��
This role is perfect for someone who loves visual storytelling, content planning, and community engagement—and wants to be part of something impactful.

�� What You’ll Do
�� Content Creation & Strategy
• Plan and create engaging Instagram content (posts, carousels & campaigns using Canva)
• Develop content pillars like education, real stories, lifestyle tips & treatment insights
• Manage a monthly content calendar
• Research trends, hashtags & relevant topics in women’s health
�� Design & Branding
• Design eye-catching graphics using Canva
• Maintain a consistent, on-brand aesthetic across our feed
• Support creative campaigns to raise awareness about PCOS
�� Instagram Management
• Schedule posts using tools like Later or Hootsuite
• Write engaging, SEO-friendly captions with strong CTAs
• Respond to comments & DMs to build a supportive community
�� Team Collaboration
• Work closely with a small, passionate volunteer team
• Help organise and coordinate content tasks
�� Performance Tracking
• Monitor engagement (likes, shares, comments)
• Help shape future content based on insights

�� We’re Looking For Someone Who:
• Has 2+ years experience in social media or digital marketing
• Is confident using Canva and has an eye for modern design
• Is creative, organised & proactive
• Cares about women’s health & raising awareness around PCOS
• Enjoys working collaboratively

⏱️ Time Commitment
Flexible (around 8 hours/week, but we’re happy to adapt to your availability).

�� Why Join Us?
• Build your portfolio with meaningful, impactful work
• Gain hands-on experience managing Instagram campaigns
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
• Help raise awareness and support for people living with PCOS

�� If you’re ready to use your creativity for a cause that matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and share your portfolio

Minimum Hours per Week:

7-9 hours per week

Duration:

1-2 months

Spher

We empower women and allies to report safety concerns into actionable data for city leaders.

Social Media Content Creators

Spher is an app, just days from going live! Now we need to move fast.   We’re a Swedish startup building a safety and community app for women, and we’re now looking for 1–2 creative, driven people who want to help us grow on Instagram and TikTok. We're searching for autonomous persons who can take charge of the marketing, with help from the founder.   

This is for you if you:

• Stay updated on trends and know what’s best to post on Instagram and TikTok.
• Are not afraid to take initiative and lead ideas
• Enjoy creating content or directing what should be created
• Are comfortable being on camera or guiding others (e.g. the founder) on what to film
• Know how to engage with persons and communities, and build relationships online

What you’ll do:

• Come up with reel ideas that are relatable, engaging, and shareable
• Spot and adapt trends to fit our audience
• Help us grow and connect with other communities on IG and TikTok
• Move fast and test content that actually works
• Study the statistics and see what posts we should focus on more often
• Comment and interact with other accounts on Instagram and TikTok.

What we talk about: Women, feminism, equality, safety, community, entrepreneurship/growing a startup, and real-life experiences for women. The roof is high and there are no filters!  

What you get:

• Hands-on experience working in a startup
• Real impact on how a brand grows
• Freedom to test ideas and shape our content
• A chance to build something meaningful with us

We already have a brand, but we’re open to evolving it if it helps us grow.   If you’re someone who wants to learn, create, and actually make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Hours per Week:

2-3 hours per week

Duration:

6+ months

Location: Remote

Job type: Volunteer

Time Commitment: 6 - 16 hours per week

We are seeking a Social Media Volunteer to support our communications activity by planning, creating and scheduling content across our digital platforms. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while helping to strengthen our online presence and engagement.

What will you be doing (role overview)?:

You will help bring our communications to life by responding to requests from across the organisation and turning them into clear, engaging social media content. You will play an active role in planning posts that support campaigns, share key messages, and ensure our work reaches the right audiences.

What are we looking for (about you)?

We are looking for someone with strong social media experience who can commit around 6 to 16 hours per week and is confident working independently.

You will be comfortable engaging with colleagues across the organisation, taking initiative to shape and plan content as your understanding of our work develops. A proactive approach is important, as you will not only respond to requests but also help identify opportunities to strengthen our messaging.

Experience in using social media analytics is highly beneficial, along with a willingness to support the production of monthly or quarterly insights to help inform our approach.

An understanding of Long Covid or experience communicating within a healthcare context would be advantageous, although this is not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

· Drafting social media copy in line with our communications and brand guidelines.

· Creating simple, engaging visual content using Canva for use across platforms

· Building and scheduling posts in Buffer to support a consistent and timely content plan

· Ensuring a balanced and varied mix of content is planned and delivered across the week

· Adapting messaging and content appropriately for Instagram, BlueSky, LinkedIn and Facebook to suit each audience and platform

Application Process:

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.

Equal ops statement:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from all individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of Long Covid.

Closing statement:

If you are looking to use your social media skills to support a meaningful cause, we would welcome your application. This is an opportunity to play a direct role in raising awareness of Long Covid and supporting a growing community. We encourage early applications as the role may close once sufficient interest has been received.

Long Covid Support works in partnership with Nexilis HR, a third-party HR and recruitment provider, who will be handling this recruitment process on their behalf.

Social Media Officer Job Description

Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership (WTRRP)

At Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership, our objective is to provide practical and emotional support, ultimately helping our clients achieve a sustainable position as full members of our society. Many of our clients are destitute, homeless and have no access to assistance from the government. Our mission is to provide access to advice and essential services until statutory services are in place.

Volunteering as a Social Media Volunteer provides an opportunity for you to help promote the charity to current and potential clients as well as the wider community, which could attract donors and other volunteers. As well as this it will be a way for you to develop your social media and computer skills, gain experience volunteering for a charity and also it will be an interesting addition to your CV!

Full training will be given on starting the role, including safeguarding, as well as regular training sessions and continual support from other volunteers.

Responsibilities:

· Updating the charity’s Facebook, X and Instagram pages regularly (ideally at least weekly).

· Liaising with other volunteers from other services to gather photos and information to post prior to and after events/sessions.

· Attend and take photos of the bigger charity events throughout the year.

· Try to gain more followers and traction through social media.

· Reply to comments, share posts and stories and follow relevant local and national organisations.

Requirements:

· 1-2 ad/hoc hours a week.

· Complete training as required and attend bi-monthly volunteer support meetings.

Skills:

· An ability to communicate and empathise with people from a variety of backgrounds and needs.

· Basic IT and social media skills.

· Can work well as part of a team.

· Enthusiasm to help refugee clients.

Desirable experience: 

· Previous volunteering experience.

· Able to follow new social media trends and algorithms to create as much engagement as possible.

If you are interested in becoming a Social Media Officer please apply via Charity Jobs or contact us to discuss further.

Join FARA, a charity with over 30 years of experience and 39 charity shops across London. Our FARA Islington shop is looking for a creative and enthusiastic Social Media Instagram Volunteer to help us keep our Instagram content fresh, engaging, and up to date.

By volunteering with us, you’ll directly support our mission, help promote reuse through donation and recycling, and contribute to a positive experience for our customers and online community.

The Role:

As a volunteer, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Creating Instagram content, including posts and stories
• Capturing photos and videos that highlight our activities, updates, and events
• Showcasing donation appeals in a clear and appealing way
• Helping maintain a consistent and on-brand social media presence
• Monitoring basic engagement (likes, comments, and shares)
• Greeting and assisting customers when required

The Volunteer:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Knowledge of using Instagram and current social media trends
• Is creative, visually focused, and confident taking photos or short videos
• Is friendly, approachable, enthusiastic, and able to communicate our mission online
• Is reliable and able to work as part of a team
• Has experience in social media content creation is a bonus, but not essential

What’s in it for You?

At FARA, our shops are run by welcoming and collaborative teams. You’ll gain hands-on experience in social media content creation while working alongside supportive colleagues. Full training is provided, and we offer a positive, inclusive, and safe volunteering environment.

Your Time:

Our shop operates from 10:00 to 18:00, and we’re looking for someone who can volunteer for a minimum of 4 hours either in the morning or afternoon, whenever you are available in arrangement with the shop manager.

FARA is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.