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The Community Researcher will help Volunteer Kind CIC understand the needs, experiences and aspirations of local communities. The role involves gathering feedback and insights directly from local people to ensure our services, projects and decisions are informed by genuine community voices. Research will focus on volunteering, volunteer wellbeing, barriers to participation and opportunities to make volunteering more accessible and inclusive. The findings will help us develop services, identify gaps in provision, strengthen partnerships and support funding applications. Key Responsibilities Community Engagement Engage with local residents, volunteers, community groups and partner organisations to understand their experiences and views. Explore what motivates people to volunteer, the benefits they experience and the challenges they face. Gather feedback from current and former volunteers, as well as people interested in volunteering. Actively involve underrepresented groups and people whose voices are not always heard. Identify barriers to volunteering, including accessibility, confidence, financial circumstances, health, transport and lack of suitable opportunities. Explore how volunteering contributes to wellbeing, confidence and social connection. Research and Information Gathering Support research using surveys, focus groups, interviews, one-to-one conversations and community engagement activities. Ask thoughtful questions and encourage people to share their experiences and ideas. Identify common themes, emerging needs, gaps in provision and examples of good practice. Gather evidence to help inform future services, projects and organisational priorities. Recording and Reporting Accurately record research findings and community feedback. Identify trends, themes and opportunities for improvement. Produce clear research summaries and reports. Capture community stories and case studies, with appropriate consent. Share findings with the Leadership Team to support planning and decision-making. Ethical Practice Respect people's experiences, privacy and confidentiality. Follow data protection requirements and organisational procedures. Ensure participation is voluntary and information is handled appropriately. Create a welcoming, safe and non-judgemental environment. Represent Volunteer Kind CIC professionally and positively. Key Deliverables Research summaries highlighting community feedback and key findings. Evidence of community need and demand to support funding applications. Analysis identifying trends, barriers and gaps in provision. Community stories and case studies demonstrating the value of volunteering. Accurate records of research and engagement activities. What Are We Looking For? We are looking for enthusiastic, approachable and community-minded individuals who are passionate about volunteering, community development and volunteer wellbeing. You do not need to be a professional researcher or have formal research experience. What matters most is that you enjoy talking to people, listening to their experiences and understanding different perspectives. We are looking for people who: Have good communication and listening skills. Are empathetic, approachable and non-judgemental. Enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds. Are curious and interested in community issues. Understand the importance of inclusion and giving everyone a voice. Are reliable, organised and willing to learn. We particularly welcome volunteers who have connections with or an understanding of underrepresented communities.

Who would suit this role?

Skills and Experience Essential: Good communication and listening skills. Empathy and an ability to build rapport. Interest in volunteering and community wellbeing. Reliability and organisation. An open-minded and respectful approach. Desirable: Experience in volunteering or community activities. Experience gathering feedback or supporting research. Confidence using basic digital tools, including email and online surveys. Awareness of local community issues and services. Formal qualifications and previous research experience are not required. Our Approach At Volunteer Kind CIC, we value enthusiasm, commitment, lived experience and a willingness to learn over formal qualifications. We recognise that everyone brings different skills and perspectives. Guidance, resources and ongoing support will be provided to help volunteers develop their confidence and skills.

The difference you will make

As a Community Researcher, you will help ensure that local people's experiences, opinions and needs are heard and valued. Your contribution will help Volunteer Kind CIC understand community needs, improve volunteering experiences and develop services that make a genuine difference. Together, we can ensure community voices help shape positive change.