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Role Summary.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Podcast Producer to support the planning and delivery of local podcasts. You will be responsible for planning and booking studio recording sessions, managing post production editing, and working closely with the host and other team members to make this the no #1 podcast for North American Muslim university students.

Key tasks

• Brainstorming, contacting and liaising with guests to appear on the podcast
• Booking and preparing the recording studio for filming sessions
• Recording the podcast in the studio alongside the guest and host
• Cooperating with the host to plan the structure and topics covered in each episode
• Coordinating research and brainstorming sessions to identify potential guests and topics
• Collaborating with data analyst and design team to test and produce attention-grabbing thumbnails and titles
• Uploading the podcast to our video and audio platforms

What we’re looking for

• Passion for Islamic education and the development of young Muslims.
• Some experience or training in video or podcast production.
• Ability to travel to locations across the GTA
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a large team.
• Ability to work effectively under time pressure
• Proactive, self-motivated, and willing to think outside the box.

Together Media is Learn Together CIC’s volunteer-led digital publication. We produce public-interest content covering news, social issues, community stories, politics and culture through videos, interviews, podcasts and short explainers.

We are looking for confident and enthusiastic volunteers to present content on camera and contribute to podcasts and interviews.

Key responsibilities

• Present scripted stories and explainers on camera
• Host or co-host podcasts and recorded discussions
• Interview guests and community contributors
• Research and fact-check topics using reliable sources
• Help prepare scripts and interview questions
• Work with the editorial team to plan responsible and engaging content
• Follow Together Media’s editorial and safeguarding standards

About you

We would like to hear from applicants who:

• Are interested in media, storytelling and social issues
• Communicate clearly and confidently
• Are comfortable on camera or keen to develop their presenting skills
• Are reliable, responsible and receptive to feedback
• Can work independently and collaboratively

Previous presenting or media experience is welcome but not required. Training and guidance will be provided in research, fact-checking, interviewing, podcast planning, script delivery and on-camera presentation.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical media experience, develop published work and strengthen your professional portfolio.

Location and commitment

The role can be completed remotely or in person in Manchester. Opportunities are available during the week and at weekends, with a minimum commitment of two hours per week.

No specialist equipment is required. The only equipment you need is a smartphone for recording content.

To apply, please tell us why you are interested in the role, any relevant experience you have and your general availability.

About Roots Academy 

At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.

Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.

Role Summary

To bring our vision to life, you will play a pivotal role in spreading the message of Roots to a wider audience. You will be responsible for planning and hosting episodes for the podcasts alongside the team. You will be responsible for bringing these plans to life once the camera starts rolling, creating an engaging, welcoming and student-friendly atmosphere through your questions, style and rapport with guests.

Key tasks

• Content creation: Create a podcast plan and structure for each podcast with Podcast Lead. Creating contingency plans if things don’t go to plan (e.g. guest cancels).

• Hosting duties: Introduce the episode and guest, guide the flow of the conversation, time manage the podcast itself so each one is of an appropriate length, intermittently summarise the key points of the guest for the viewers.

• Guest relations: Create a comfortable environment for the guest and make them feel at ease before the podcast starts. Includes pre-filming communications and preparation.

What we’re looking for

You should have the following prerequisites:

• Experience in podcast hosting or other forms of public speaking.

• Understanding of the audience and their needs.

You should be comfortable with:

• Holding a conversation with a variety of guests from different backgrounds.

• Adapting to changes in the filming plan and having contingencies.

• Collaborating with the podcast team on delivery and planning.

• Travelling to different locations for filming.

What we have to offer

• Be part of a team of 40+ dedicated volunteers from across the country.

• Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform. 

• Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.

• Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen. 

Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position. 

Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy. 

Here’s 5 reasons you’ll love to volunteer in our shops:

1. It's fun

2. It's flexible

3. You'll learn and share skills

4. You'll be making a difference

5. You'll work with a great team

We’re passionate about what we do, and love giving second-hand clothing a chance of going to a good home. Our shop teams are key to raising vital funds for our work and act as incredible advocates for the rights of children both in the UK and around the world.

Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid role, based in the UK. We are unfortunately not able to provide support with visa requests. Candidates must be over 18 to apply.

Volunteering in the shop

We've recently reopened our Islington Shop with a gorgeous new look inspired by the neighbouring film studios. In amongst the retro cinema seats and beautiful backstage velvet curtains you'll find unique vintage treasures and lovingly curated donated stock, hand picked by our brilliant volunteer team.

Our Islington Shop Volunteers are in the middle of it all, and there’s plenty to get involved with. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, creating fantastic window displays or keeping our shop floor looking organised.

It’s up to you how much you commit. We have volunteers who support for a couple of hours a week and some do more. Many people volunteer either a morning or an afternoon each week - this is something that will be discussed at the selection stage, after you’ve applied.

Why volunteer with Save the Children?

In over 110 countries, we support children to transform their lives. By providing live-saving short-term help, and pushing for deep-rooted social change, we help children take, their future into their own hands. We believe every child has the right to learn. Every child should have good food to fuel their bodies and every child should have medicine when they're sick.

Skills and experiences we seek

We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning and to follow our policies as well as be an excellent representative for Save the Children. 

We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities. Everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role that works for you.

What happens next?

After you’ve filled in an application, we will invite you for an informal trial shift. It’s a great opportunity to visit the shop, meet some of our existing volunteers and have a go at some of the tasks that you would be supporting with as a shop volunteer. Hopefully allowing you to get a feel for the role and make sure it’s for you. We also ask for a couple of references (these don’t have to be formal workplace ones, just someone who has known you for over 6 months and isn’t related). 

How to apply

Express your interest on email via the apply button. 

Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid role, based in the UK. We are unfortunately not able to provide support with visa requests. Candidates must be over 18 to apply.

Role Summary
To bring our vision to life, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing our social media
strategy. You will be responsible for creating engaging and meaningful content that resonates with our
audience, promotes our educational programs, and nurtures our community’s spiritual development.

Key tasks
● Social Media Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with
Roots Academy’s mission and goals.
● Content Creation: Create compelling and informative social media content, including posts,
videos, graphics, and stories, that reflects our values and engages our target audience.
● Community Engagement: Build and nurture a vibrant online community by responding to
comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and respectful manner.
● Content Calendar: Maintain a content calendar to ensure a consistent posting schedule and to
plan for special events, holidays, and campaigns.
● Audience Growth: Implement strategies to increase our social media following and engagement,
including the use of hashtags, collaborations, and promotions.
● Analytics and Reporting: Monitor social media metrics, track campaign performance, and
provide regular reports with insights and recommendations for improvement.
Brand Consistency: Ensure that all social media content adheres to Roots Academy’s branding
guidelines and reflects our core values.
● Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to align social media efforts with broader
organisational objectives.

What we’re looking for
● Strong understanding of Islamic values and the ability to communicate and promote them
effectively.
● Proven experience in social media management, preferably in an educational or nonprofit
context.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Proficiency in social media management tools and platforms.
● Creative thinking and the ability to develop engaging content.
● Strong analytical skills for tracking and evaluating social media performance.
● Understanding of social media advertising and paid promotion.
● Community management experience with the ability to maintain a positive and respectful online
environment.

About Genesis Impact

Genesis Impact is a UK charity working with young people, schools and communities to create opportunities, raise aspirations and support young people to reach their potential.

Our programmes include mentoring, school-based initiatives and community projects. As our work continues to grow, we want to make sure we are doing a better job of sharing the stories, people and impact behind it.

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Communications & Social Media Volunteer to help us strengthen Genesis Impact's online presence.

Working closely with our team, you will help us tell the story of our programmes across Instagram and LinkedIn, turning the work happening across our schools and communities into engaging and professional content.

This is a great opportunity for a student, recent graduate or someone looking to build experience in communications, marketing, social media or the charity sector.

What You'll Be Doing

• Creating engaging content for Instagram and LinkedIn
• Designing simple graphics and social posts using Canva
• Helping create and edit short-form video content and Reels
• Writing captions and short programme updates
• Turning photos, testimonials and programme outcomes into engaging stories
• Supporting communications around events, campaigns and programme launches
• Helping maintain a simple content calendar
• Identifying opportunities to increase Genesis Impact's visibility and engagement
• Supporting occasional newsletters and other communications
• Helping us showcase the voices and experiences of our young people, mentors, schools and partners

Who We're Looking For

You don't need years of professional experience. We're particularly interested in someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in communications, marketing or social media
• Is a confident and creative writer
• Has a good eye for what makes engaging social content
• Is comfortable using Instagram and LinkedIn
• Has some experience with Canva; CapCut or other video-editing tools would be a bonus
• Is organised and able to work independently
• Is reliable and able to commit a few hours each week
• Has an interest in young people, education, communities or the charity sector

Experience could come from university, a society, your own social media, volunteering, freelance projects or previous employment. A professional communications background is not required.

What You'll Gain

This won't be a role where you're simply observing. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of real communications work and build a portfolio of content.

You'll gain:

• Hands-on experience creating communications for a growing UK charity
• Experience managing content across Instagram and LinkedIn
• Opportunities to create graphics, videos, campaigns and written content
• Exposure to charity programmes, events and corporate partnerships
• Regular support and feedback from the Genesis Impact team
• Content you can add to your professional portfolio
• A reference following successful completion of the role

Commitment

We anticipate approximately 4–6 hours per week, with flexibility around studies, work and other commitments.

Most activity can be completed remotely, although there may be opportunities to attend Genesis Impact events and programme sessions in London to capture content.

How to Apply

Please send us a short application explaining why you're interested in the role and any relevant experience you have.

If you have examples of social media posts, Canva designs, videos, writing, university projects or other creative work, we'd love to see them, but this is not essential.

We particularly welcome applications from students, recent graduates and those looking to build practical communications experience.

We're excited to be recruiting a brand new Social Media & Digital Marketing Volunteer to play a vital role in amplifying the mission and activities of The Great Friendship Project.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause, gain hands-on experience in marketing and social media management for a non-profit, and make a positive impact on the lives of young people struggling with loneliness.

Key Responsibilities

- Content Creation: Develop original, captivating, and platform-relevant content for social media that embodies the organisation's mission and resonates with the target demographic.]

- Photography and Filming: Capture high-quality photos and videos at events, for campaigns, and for daily content needs, ensuring visuals align with the brand's voice and messaging.

- Social Media Strategy: Keep up-to-date with social media trends, create content plans, and ensure consistent posting to maintain and grow the platform's following.

- Cross-Promotion: Collaborate with partners and agencies to promote our content across other channels and vice versa.

- Social Media Management: Support with the growth of other organisation's social media platforms

- Create engaging content, schedule posts, and interact with the online community to promote events, initiatives, and success stories.

Qualities/Attributes

- Driven by the project's vision and dedicated to addressing loneliness among young adults.

- Outstanding ability to conceptualise and execute trending content.

- Basic video editing skills and familiarity with mobile content tools.

- Independent, organised, and self-directed.

- Welcoming of constructive critique and eager to evolve and collaborate within a team setting.

Your Role

As a Social Media & Digital Marketing Volunteer, your help will not only contribute to immediate outcomes such as increased event attendance and community engagement but also play a pivotal part in the organisation's larger mission of reducing loneliness among young adults and creating a lasting positive impact on their lives.

This is an unpaid role suitable for individuals seeking valuable experience in the non-profit sector, and looking for opportunities for skill development, networking, and making a meaningful contribution to the community. 

When you've submitted your application, you will be contacted and asked to complete a series of questions, so that we can consider you for this role.

What is the role?

This role sits within the RAF Museum’s Midlands Development Programme which will transform our museum and our impact on the local community though a series of phased projects – engaging audiences who may not obviously identify with the RAF story by finding common interests and histories which link them. As part of this project, we are planning a new learning centre, outdoor spaces, collections hub and major exhibition.

The RAF Museum is looking for a small team of Communications and Marketing Volunteers. The role can be based in Cosford , Stafford or London, with the option to assist remotely. This person will volunteer alongside the Communications and Marketing team and is suited to someone interested in content creation and social media, has good writing and communication skills, and is keen to assist with a wide range of exciting filming, promotional, news and event opportunities.

What will I be doing?

You will be assisting the Communications and Marketing team with a range of activities, including:

• Using the Museum collections to create social media posts
• Creating video content for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and X including captions so content is accessible
• Drafting social media posts for multiple platforms (including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, X and Blue Sky), dependent upon the subject/content

· Meeting with staff onsite to develop ideas for stories

· You will be invited to attend events or interview staff and other professionals involved in the Midlands Development Programme

· Develop written and video blogs based on content from either our Midlands site, our stored collection in Stafford, or content in London related to the Midlands Development Programme

· Capture photos to support blog posts and general marketing campaigns

· Assist with updating content on the Museum’s website

· Support the team by hosting media visits and attending events both on and off-site

• Assist with research and content planning, by identifying awareness days, RAF and other relevant anniversaries, and trending topics to help build the content calendar
• Adapt existing blogs, videos and stories into short-form social posts, newsletters or LinkedIn content
• Assist with the analysis of campaigns
• Submit draft content to the team for sign off and publication of content.

This role is perfect for you if you…

· Love social media and are full of ideas

· Are confident tailoring content to multiple platforms

· Have good copywriting skills with a good level of spelling, grammar and proof-reading, as well as having a creative flair for producing engaging copy

· Can work quickly and efficiently, without compromising on quality

· Have access to computer/laptop/tablet/phone, with internet connection to be able to work at the Museum (Midlands or London), our stored collection in Stafford, or remotely from home

· We can offer you informal training and guidance in all these areas.

How much time would I need to commit?

This is a flexible role in terms of days and hours, depending on the projects and activities taking place at the Museum which require communications support. Many of the content projects can be done at a time and pace mutually agreed.

What’s in it for me?

· Become part of a great team of volunteers and staff

· Meet new people and have new experiences

· Improve your communication, copywriting and digital skills

· Help share the important work of the RAF Museum with online audiences

· Discounts in our gift shop and café

· Travel expenses reimbursed up to £17.72 per day, in line with our policy

· Free entry to a wide selection of other museum and heritage sites and exhibitions nationwide.

 Would you like to create engaging content for our social media platforms, go behind-the-scenes and blog about Museum projects and activities, assist with website updates and support comms activities including media visits and promotional events? 

How can I get involved?

Apply online here.

What happens next?

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 7 October. After the closing date someone from the team will be in contact. We will invite applicants on sites to meet the team. We will require a Basic DBS Check which we will process.

Help turn great items into great sales

Bring products to life through the lens!

As an Online Shop Photography Volunteer, you'll volunteer onsite creating clear, attractive images that help customers feel confident buying online. Your photos play a key role in turning donated items into sales, helping raise funds for Oxfam's life-saving work - whether that's responding to emergencies, supporting livelihoods, or campaigning for a fairer world.

If you enjoy photography, styling, or have a great eye for detail, this is a creative way to use your skills for a powerful cause.

Here's why Oxfam is the perfect opportunity for you

Be a Second-hand Superhero

Bring donated items to life through great photography that helps them sell.

Increase Your Skills

Develop photography, styling and digital skills that you can add to your CV.

Find Your Community

Volunteer alongside a passionate team making a real difference.

Flexibility

Volunteer around your schedule - every hour helps.

A Role That Works for You

This role may suit someone who enjoys creative, focused tasks and has an eye for detail. It offers the opportunity to volunteer independently while following clear processes, helping to create consistent, high-quality images that showcase donated items at their best.

Someone who enjoys photography, styling, composition, or takes pride in presenting things well could really thrive in this role.

Oxfam isn't just another charity shop. We're a movement of passionate individuals working to create a fairer world, and we'd love you to be a part of it!

What happens next?

After you apply, the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat.

This is not an interview - just a chance to learn more about the role and discuss what you'd like to do.

Read Easy provides free, confidential, one to-one reading coaching for adults who struggle with reading, through a network of volunteer groups. Read Easy groups are changing the lives of individual adults across the country by providing them with the support they need to learn to read, and in turn opening doors for them to all sorts of new opportunities in life. You can read about the difference Read Easy makes here on our website.

You will be helping your local community understand what a Read Easy group does; how local people can get the reading support they need; and how volunteers can help. There are two distinct forms of publicity, one requiring raising awareness by giving talks, putting up posters and talking to people generally about Read Easy. The second is using social media effectively to raise awareness and publicise your group. This roleis commonly supported by other members of 
the team, with specific skills to offer.

What you will be doing 
● Liaising with the Management Team to decide on the group’s publicity needs.
● Creating content for your group’s page on the Read Easy website.
● Being instrumental in raising awareness by giving talks, putting up posters and talking to people generally about Read Easy.
● Setting up and/or maintaining the group’s Facebook page, Twitter and/or other social media platforms to raise your group’s profile.
● Becoming familiar with the resources available to you on the Read Easy website.
● Organising the printing and placement of posters, leaflets, and other publicity materials.
● Identifying any specific opportunities for publicity in the local media.
● Ensuring that you have written permission from all parties to use any such material for the purposes you intend. 
● Providing stories and photographs for the Read Easy UK website and newsletter about your group’s activities and achievements. 
● Following ‘Read Easy Brand Guidelines’ to preserve a clearly recognisable and consistent Read Easy identity.
● Attending Management Team meetings, typically every six to eight weeks.

Read Easy provides free, confidential, one to one reading coaching for adults who struggle with reading, through a network of volunteer groups. 

Reading Coaches are paired with Readers and meet twice a week to guide them through Read Easy's phonics based Turning Pages programme.

Role of a Reading Coach:
● Developing the literacy skills of an adult Reader who has difficulty with reading
● Meeting with your Reader for two separate half hour sessions each week face to face in an approved venue or remotely on a video call or a combination of both
● Providing non-judgemental literacy support to your Reader
● Utilising your empathy and understanding to support your Reader
● Delivering the phonics based Turning Pages programme with guidance for coaches on every page and using other approved resources
● Keeping records of your meetings
● Liaising with your allocated Coordinator and Literacy Specialist
● Attending Coach meetings approximately every two months
● Working within Read Easy policies and procedures

Skills needed:
● Confident reading skills
● Clear communicator
● Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding whilst maintaining boundaries
● Ability to talk and listen to the person you coach in a patient, positive, encouraging and purposeful way
● A non-judgemental attitude and a positive respect for others, regardless of abilities, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation or age
● Ability to focus on your Reader and their needs
● Ability to work alone, seeking support when necessary
● Reliability, consistency and an ability to handle disappointment
● A commitment to maintain confidentiality and volunteer within Read Easy’s guidelines and policies
● Willingness to commit to the required training
● Ability to utilise Zoom meeting platform to attend remote coach training
● Ability and confidence to use a computer to access documents online, or the willingness to learn to do so 

You will need to make a regular commitment to meet your Reader twice a week for a half hour session.

Role Overview

• Role Title: Volunteer Administrative and Archiving Assistant
• Organisation: Swadhinata Trust
• Location: Hybrid (Remote file management, online digital cataloguing, and in-person physical archiving in London)
• Commitment: 5–8 hours per week (Flexible)
• Compensation: Unpaid volunteer role

Key Responsibilities

• Digital & Physical Archiving:
  • Sort, organise, and streamline the shared drive (remote).
  • Carry out digital cataloguing of assets and records (online).
  • Manage and arrange physical archive materials (in-person).
• General Administration:
  • Monitor and reply to general admin emails.
  • Help coordinate and schedule team meetings.
  • Attend meetings, take clear notes, and write up minutes.

Person Specification

• Skills: Good eye for detail, organised, and reliable.
• Tech: Comfortable using shared drives, cloud storage, and video meeting tools.
• Interest: An appreciation for community heritage and the work of the Trust.

Join FARA, a charity with over 30 years of experience and 39 charity shops across London. Our FARA Fulham 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.