Volunteer Project & Operations Staff

ATML (A Togetherness of Many Lives) is an inclusive, community-led music organisation established to address loneliness and support mental well-being through music, creativity and human connection.

We bring people together from diverse backgrounds, experiences and walks of life, regardless of musical ability, age, race, ethnicity, gender or social class. Through collaborative music projects, performances, workshops and community activities, we create opportunities for people to connect, develop relationships and experience a sense of belonging.

At ATML, we believe music is more than entertainment; it is a powerful tool for challenging social isolation and building stronger communities. Our vision is to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive musical community where everyone has a voice and nobody feels alone.

Role Description

ATML is recruiting up to 10 Volunteer Project and Operations Staff to support the planning, coordination, administration and delivery of its community music projects, programmes and organisational activities across Manchester.

These primarily hybrid voluntary positions offer an opportunity to work collaboratively as part of ATML's Project and Operations Team.

Depending on individual skills, interests and experience, responsibilities may include:

• Project Coordination: Supporting project planning, activity schedules, timelines and delivery.

• Administration: Maintaining records, preparing reports, managing documentation and supporting administrative processes.

• Event Coordination: Assisting with rehearsals, workshops, performances, community activities and fundraising events.

• Operational Support: Supporting venue arrangements, resource coordination and day-to-day organisational activities.

• Volunteer Coordination: Assisting with volunteer recruitment, onboarding, communication and engagement.

• Participant Engagement: Supporting registrations, onboarding, attendance monitoring and participant communication.

• Partnership Engagement: Supporting relationships and communication with external partners, businesses and community organisations.

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Collecting feedback, maintaining participation records and supporting project evaluations.

• Organisational Development: Contributing ideas, identifying improvements and supporting the growth of ATML.

Volunteers will work collaboratively under the direction of ATML's management and designated project leads. Responsibilities will be allocated according to individual skills, interests, availability and organisational requirements.

Qualifications and Skills

We welcome applicants from different professional backgrounds and experience levels.

Desirable skills and attributes include:

• Good organisational, administrative and planning skills.

• An interest in project coordination, operations or event management.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams.

• Initiative, reliability, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• An interest in community development, social inclusion and mental well-being.

• Willingness to attend relevant meetings and occasional on-site activities in Manchester.

Previous experience in project management, administration, operations, event coordination, community development or volunteer management is desirable but not essential.

What You Will Gain

• Practical Experience: Hands-on experience supporting community projects, programmes and events.

• Professional Development: Develop skills in project coordination, operations, administration and organisational management.

• Leadership Opportunities: Take ownership of responsibilities, coordinate activities and develop leadership capabilities.

• Networking: Build relationships with professionals, businesses, charities, public institutions and community organisations.

• Professional Recognition: Opportunity to receive references and confirmation of voluntary service, subject to the nature and duration of involvement.

• Meaningful Impact: Contribute to an organisation using music and community engagement to tackle loneliness and strengthen social connections.

• Organisational Exposure: Gain experience across performances, workshops, fundraising initiatives and partnership projects.

• Expenses: Reasonable, pre-approved volunteering expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with ATML's expenses policy.

• Future Opportunities: Potential to take on additional responsibilities as ATML develops.

An Opportunity to Build Something Meaningful

ATML is at an exciting stage of development, with plans to expand its community music activities across South, North and Central Manchester.

We welcome individuals who want to contribute their professional skills, develop new abilities and help build an organisation with a meaningful social purpose.

Join our growing team and help shape the future of ATML.

Together, we are building a community of voices challenging loneliness, one song at a time.