Communications, PR Volunteer Roles

Role title: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Location: Flexible (travel to London will be required at least once a quarter)
Salary: N/A (Volunteer role)
Time commitment: 2-3 days per month
Contract: The Chair is appointed for an initial 3-year term with the option of renewal for up to 3 terms. The maximum term for all trustees (including the Chair) is 9 years.

Purpose of the role: 
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to join a growing, impact-focused and ambitious charity supporting refugees to access meaningful employment and build a new life. 

The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs Breaking Barriers effectively, in service of our vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity. 

The Chair of Breaking Barriers provides visionary leadership and strategic direction, ensuring that the organisation effectively achieves its mission while adhering to its core values. This pivotal role involves governance oversight, board leadership, executive support, and serving as an ambassador for the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership and vision: Guide the organisation with a strategic vision, aligning the board and staff's efforts with the mission. Lead the development and review of long-term strategies to ensure responsiveness to community needs and adaptability to the changing environment.
• Governance and oversight: Ensure effective governance, oversee board operations, and ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and functional responsibilities. Monitor financial performance and adherence to non-profit management best practices.
• Resource mobilisation: Support and participate in fundraising strategies, leveraging networks, and engaging with donors and stakeholders to secure necessary resources for the organisation's work.
• Building and leading the board: Ensure the board comprises members with diverse skills and perspectives. Lead recruitment, orientation, and training of board members and facilitate effective meetings and discussions, ensuring productive governance to advance the purpose and values of the organization.
• CEO support and evaluation: Support and maintain a constructive relationship with the CEO, creating a positive and strong working relationship to jointly set and achieve appropriate targets, staying in regular contact and acting as a sounding board to discuss strategic or staffing issues - coaching, supporting and challenging as necessary. Ensuring accountability for organisational performance.
• Ambassadorship: Act as the primary ambassador, representing and promoting the organisation's mission, values, and interests to external stakeholders, enhancing its reputation, and fostering collaboration, fundraising and promotional opportunities.

To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recruitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack.

Other considerations

• As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and right to work in the UK.
• Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.

How to apply

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. Please apply via Charity Jobs by submitting a cover letter (up to approximately 2 A4 pages), referencing how you believe you best meet the person specification. You are also welcome to include any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process. Please view the attached recruitment pack for further essential information for candidates.

Closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Thursday 2nd May. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to employ more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager Dani Meier for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).

We are specifically seeking trustees with experience in the following areas:

• Income Generation
• Governance
• Finance
• Marketing and PR

A LITTLE ABOUT PANS PANDAS UK

PANS and PANDAS are complex neuro-psychiatric conditions which are frequently misunderstood and misdiagnosed. PANS PANDAS UK are the only charity in the UK working to improve outcomes and ensure brighter futures for people affected by PANS and PANDAS.

We provide support and information to families and work tirelessly to inform medical practice by raising awareness at government levels, engaging with medical Royal Colleges and the NHS. In addition to this we work closely with health, social work and educational professionals as well as our European and International peer organisations.

We are a small group of trustees who are located around the UK. We work from home and have a warm, supportive, and positive culture. If you would like to join our friendly team, please download our Trustee Job Description.

A bit about this role

Our publicity team leaders have the important role of supporting a wider team of publicity volunteers. As a team our publicity volunteers collectively keep members of the public informed of the vital and varied ways we help our feline friends in need. Raising awareness is crucial to us being able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us. A higher profile can help raise funds, raise awareness of adopting a cat, promote neutering and encourage as many people as possible to learn about feline welfare. 

What can you expect to be doing? 

• Communicating with others including newsletter, social networking and website volunteers
• Advising others on the content of newsletters and web posts
• Interacting with others to make sure information is positive, accurate and consistent
• Liaising with your volunteer group and our National Cat Centre to organise media campaigns
• Responding to local media requests if required 

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by supporting other publicity volunteers in their roles and raising awareness of Cats Protection. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to be a part of a team
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• Good IT skills
• Editorial skills and experience in PR and marketing (would be an advantage) 
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation 

Our publicity team leaders usually spend 3 to 4 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

Thank you for joining us and sharing in this commitment and for everything you will do during your time with Cats Protection.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in social media to help create and deliver engaging and informative content across a range of platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

The aim will be to highlight the life-changing services we provide to people with BPD, while encouraging prospective volunteers and supporters to get involved by fundraising or donating time.

What you will be doing

• researching and creating a range of content (text, images and videos) for different channels including Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube
• identifying opportunities to reach new audiences and raise our social profile
• engaging with followers and encouraging conversations
• running online campaigns
• promoting services, projects and volunteering opportunities

Who we are looking for

• experience of using, or a demonstrable passion for, social media including Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube
• strong communication/writing skills
• professional when communicating online
• basic photography or video skills would be a bonus but not essential (full training will be given on using Canva)

What you'll receive

• comprehensive induction and ongoing support
• the chance to be involved in our work and make a real difference to people in need
• valuable experience in social media, PR, marketing and communications

Apply today to be a Youth Ambassador for the World Literacy Foundation in your region.

Join 1000 other young people from around the globe

Every year, the World Literacy Foundation runs a global program to train and encourage youth people to become literacy advocates and generate change in their communities. Our ambassador program is an incredible platform to interact, share and strengthen togetherness with other like-minded people determined to eradicate illiteracy worldwide.

Be a local voice and advocate for the importance of literacy.

Ambassadors will speak at their school, university, media and community groups to raise greater awareness and education.

About us

The World Literacy Foundation is a peak non-profit organisation striving to eradicate illiteracy.

Who can apply?

We are looking for young people who meet the following criteria:

Be 15-25 years old.

Have a deep passion for literacy, human rights, and social causes

Wants to join a community of Change-Makers

Have access to a computer/smartphone and internet connection

Have the availability to contribute 30 hours of service across the 3 months to complete the program

Be able to take part in fundraising activities for the organization

Applications close May 1 2024

Further information and to apply please visit the website of the World Literacy Foundation

What we do

We help everyone use parks and their transformative health and wellbeing benefits. DEFRA estimates that if everyone spent time in parks, the NHS could save £2.1 billion a year, however often the people who could benefit most from using parks, do not.

We work with under-served communities to help them spend time in green space and we support small groups and community organisations to do the same. From supporting people with complex mental health needs to connect with nature and build community, to identifying and removing physical barriers to park access, we work to make sure parks fulfil their potential as free to use, community assets.

The role

As a Trustee with a communications background, you will take the lead at board level, whilst ensuring that the collective responsibility of the Trustees for the oversight and support of marketing and communications goals and activities. 

The main responsibilities of a Trustee is to:

• oversee the strategic direction of the charity as it scales to meet demand, and support the CEO in managing this growth;
• use their expertise to help guide the process;
• ensure the organisation works within the law and in line with its governing document and policies;
• keep informed about the activities of the charity in order to maintain effective oversight;
• take a financial overview and ensure that the organisation’s finances are adequate and responsibly managed;
• promote the work and safeguard the reputation of Your Park Bristol and Bath.

We have completed a skills audit of our existing trustee and staff team and we are looking to build experience and knowledge of marketing and communications practice.

At present, we do not have an in-house communication role. We outsource digital marketing to an agency and buy in support for campaigns when funding allows. We aim to have in-house capacity in this strategy period and need a trustee to help guide us to use our limited resources in the most effective way possible. 

Skills and experience needed

You do not need to have prior experience of being a Trustee or experience working with boards. We will provide training to fully induct you into the role and you will be buddied up with one of our longer standing trustees to support you in your first six months.

We are primarily looking for communications professionals who are passionate about the potential of Bristol and Bath’s parks and want to help everyone experience their benefits.

We’re particularly interested in receiving applications from people who are from ethnically diverse backgrounds, Disabled people, unpaid carers, or people from low-income households.

We are looking for a Social Media Specialist who can strategically identify, and post, engaging content for our social media feeds, which will inspire people to support our work with refugees and asylum seekers in Epirus.

In your role, you will interact with our Instagram and Facebook communities to increase engagement, followers and the quality of their experience. You will also identify key influencers and conversations where we can engage to better showcase our work and expand our reach. You are the person who thinks “this would make a good post” while activities are taking place. More than that, your interest and belief in social media as a force for good should be backed with an interest in data and analytics, using them to influence our social media communication strategy.

Skills Required:

• Strong written and spoken English skills
• Proactive, problem-solving mind-set
• Demonstrable ability to manage a Facebook, Twitter or Instagram feed in a professional capacity
• Ability to demonstrate your success at creating and delivering social media strategies for specific projects
• Ability to show your experience at producing regular reports using Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, Google Analytics or similar tools.
• Data-driven and have an evidence-led approach to social media strategy.
• Up-to-date with the latest trends/developments in social media communications.
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks and respond flexibly.
• Ability to deal with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify key influential external figures and agencies to further our social media reach and impact.
• Ability to find creative solutions to communications challenges

Skills Desired:

• Experience working in a refugee context or with a vulnerable population
• Experience working in an NGO, Charity or in the field of human rights
• Language skills: Arabic, Persian, Dari, Sorani and/or Kurmanji

Your responsibilities:

• Regularly post and schedule content on Second Tree’s social media feeds.
• Work with the wider Second Tree team to ensure that all content on our social media feeds aligns with organisational, and specific project strategies.
• Work with Second Tree team to moderate and respond to comments and interact with followers to best develop our online communities.
• Produce regular reports on social media performance.
• Use Google Analytics (or similar) to produce reports on referrals to the Second Tree website and conversions attributable to social content.
• Advise colleagues and help them to develop content strategies based on previous reports and insights
• Develop social media strategies to expand our reach and impact through social media channels
• Identify key social influencers who we can engage with
• Maintain a strong knowledge of developments, innovations, and new tech in social media and identify any that may be of benefit/interest to Second Tree

What We Offer:

• Accommodation with all the basic amenities (WiFi, laundry, kitchen) covered in a shared team house.
• Transportation for work-related activities (if needed)
• Reference letter pending successful completion of engagement

We have two volunteer houses that can host up to nine people where long-term volunteers are accommodated. Some volunteers choose to rent their own accommodation. In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the volunteer houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the volunteer houses are full, this would allow us to offer a volunteering opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to join us on the ground and immerse themselves in our work. Your participation could take on many forms, from support in the education programs to activities in the kindergarten to the delivery of workshops and expeditions with the Youth Scouts – we look forward to hearing your ideas on how best to apply your skills in this context. By coming here, you would gain a first-hand experience of the situation on the ground, working in a grassroots organization with a small but dedicated team. This immersion will give you a solid sense of our work, our mission and our approach – which would facilitate your ability to attract supporters.

We encourage applicants to work with us on the ground, but even if you cannot physically come to Greece, we will still consider your application.

How to apply

Please send the following to Giovanni Fontana:

1) Your CV

2) Your cover letter

3) Copy of your qualifications (If applicable)

In your mail, please: 

4) Put “Social Media Specialist” as the subject line

5) Specify the dates you would be available to volunteer (starting date and length)

6) At the end of the email, copy-paste the link of the ad you are responding to 

If the application includes all of these we will get back to you in a maximum of 48hs.

We are looking for a highly motivated Partnerships Officer in maintaining our relationships with charities and enterprises

We are looking for someone to help develop and maintain our partnerships with charities and social enterprises

You should be confident in drafting and building proposals; managing the organisation's CRM system and reporting data to the Head of Partnerships.

You will hold a hands-on role working in a small team and you will be comfortable working alone and/or in a team on projects, proposing how best to support and deliver them in collaboration with other departments. 

Some of our past campaigns:

• Promoting Zero Waste
• Tackling modern slavery across the globe
• Improving disability equality in the UK
• Improving mental health in the UK
• Supporting people facing homelessness in the UK

Through promotion we also engage with users of our app and website. By giving people actionable opportunities to help further the cause of our chosen campaigns (i.e. donating to certain charities, writing to your local MP, links to sign petitions), we work to create an engaging space whereby anyone can help contribute and tackle some of the challenges we face today.

Your role:

• Working with the Head Of Partnerships to identify potential charity and social enterprise partners.
• Contacting charities to form potential partnerships.
• Building relationships with existing partners.
• Working with the wider team to plan and execute campaigns and initiatives.
• Writing and designing proposals to potential partnerships.
• Support the Head of Partnerships in delivering the strategic initiatives to enable us to achieve our long-term growth and vision

Your impact:

Our work involves reaching out to charities and social enterprises to work with us, they then suggest improvements and propose actions to support their work

Thus your input will help maintain relations with our partners and help identify new opportunities

Who we are looking for:

We're primarily looking for someone who's had experience in managing relationships with businesses, such as in communications or business development, and someone who enjoys working with people.

They should preferably have working knowledge of Gmail and slack, as well as having experience maintaining CRM

At WWT, we believe the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them, so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close. We use resources creatively to maximum effect, working against the odds. With our adventurous nature comes a deep sense of fun.

As a Craft Champion, you will be the main point of contact with families to assist them in undertaking seasonal crafts. You will ensure the family has all the items they need to safely undertake each activity providing assistance if required. You will have the support of the Learning team to undertake these sessions and we have plenty of craft materials for you to work with..

What will you be doing?

• Providing children with the correct equipment and materials to undertake seasonal craft activities. This will involve taking cash payments for crafts items purchased.

• Creating ideas and assisting in the preparation of crafts by re-stocking materials, producing samples for children to view and alerting staff to craft shortages.

• To assist in coming up with none plastic craft ideas for children to undertake during their visit to Castle Espie.

• Adhering to WWT procedures, such as Data Protection compliance, Health and Safety etc.

The mission of Colchester Foodbank is to “prevent or relieve poverty in Colchester and the surrounding area, in particular but not exclusively by providing emergency food supplies”.

Over the last few years the food bank has grown substantially in response to rising demand, and last year provided 20,000 food parcels to adults and children through 11 satellites in and around Colchester. In addition, it signposts clients to specialist agencies who may be able to help with specific problems.

Colchester Foodbank is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation and a franchise of the Trussell Trust, a community of food banks that share best practice and expertise, and campaigns nationally for policies to address the underlying causes of food poverty. Colchester Foodbank actively drives those campaigns locally.

As a Trustee you will play a vital role by ensuring that we are meeting the demand for our services, providing help and support to people in crisis in the local community as well as providing strategic direction for the charity.

Key tasks

We are looking for additional trustees with the strategic skills to help guide the Foodbank, with a passion and commitment to the delivery of the foodbank’s mission, and to ending food poverty in the UK.

We would welcome applicants with experience in one (or more) of the following areas:

• Charity/Third Governance
• Strategy development
• Property management and acquisition
• Fundraising
• Social Media / Communications

Trustees may also undertake additional work for the charity between meetings subject to their availability and skill set. This may include for example attending meetings, training etc.

About you

Potential trustees must be ready to accept collective responsibility for ensuring that the foodbank acts in conformity with its purpose and with charity legislation, and that good governance, best practice policies and rigorous financial supervision are in place. They will be experienced in working collaboratively, with other trustees and with the staff and volunteers of the foodbank, and in providing support and challenge to the co-directors.

We would welcome applications from current volunteers and partner agencies, but are also keen to hear from any candidate who wants to help their local community in working towards the eradication of food poverty whilst also currently providing food to people who find themselves in food crisis situations. We are looking for a balance between those who know us already and those who will bring fresh thinking.

Colchester Foodbank is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from those of all faiths and of none.

Impact of your role

By supporting the governance of the food bank operation, you are part of a team providing a vital holistic support function in your local community, ensuring a dignified experience to anyone visiting or anyone who comes into contact with Colchester Foodbank.

Our mission is to amplify the voices of girls, women, trans and non-binary people through music. We are looking for potential trustees who can support this work.

You will have oversight of the organisation’s work across a range of different areas, from finance to programming, health and safety to staff support, and fundraising to pay policy. We are looking for folk who will enjoy this variety, and who is willing to learn about the context in which small charities operate and respond proactively to what the charity needs. As an organisation with a tiny staff team, trustees at Girls Rock London have a more hands-on role than they do in larger charities.

As a number of our Board come to their final terms, we are looking to recruit:

Chair We are looking to recruit a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board over the next three years, ensuring the board functions properly, the organisation is managed effectively, and to provide leadership support to staff.

Lead Finance Trustee We are looking to recruit a Trustee with expertise in financial management who will work with the Director to ensure the monitor the organisation’s finances and to make sure that money and property are properly managed. 

Designated Safeguarding Trustee We are looking to recruit a Trustee with expertise in safeguarding. Though safeguarding is the responsibility of all trustees, the Designated Safeguarding Trustee will take the lead on safeguarding, supporting the charity’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), CEO and Chair of Trustees. 

Trustees We are open to applications from individuals from all backgrounds, but we are particularly interested in the following areas of expertise:

• Health and Safety

• HR and Staff Support

• Fundraising and Income Generation

• Marketing and Communications

• Gender Equality and anti-discrimination practice

• Participatory and community music making

GRL needs a Board to directly tackle social injustices and to reflect the communities in which we live and work, and are taking positive action to address this.

We particularly welcome applications from people of the global majority*, disabled** and trans candidates, are a resident of the London Borough of Hackney, as they are currently under-represented, in our workforce.

*This includes, but is not limited to people of Black Caribbean, Black African, South Asian, East Asian, South East Asian, Middle Eastern, Arab, Latinx, Native American and First Nations heritage as well as people indigenous to the global south

** This includes but is not limited to those who define as disabled people, as people with long term health conditions, as d/Deaf or as neurodivergent

The recruitment pack attached to this page contains all details, including role descriptions and person specifications. The deadline for applications is 22 April 9 AM. To apply, please hit the link below.

Overview: As a Charity Trustee, you will play a vital role in the governance and strategic direction of Tilehouse Counselling, a Hitchin based mental health charity providing free or subsidised professional counselling to people aged 13+ living in our charitable area. Trustees are responsible for ensuring that the charity is effectively managed and fulfils its objectives in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.

We are actively seeking trustees from diverse racial backgrounds, faiths, genders, sexualities and traditions to join our Board. We believe that diversity strengthens our ability to fulfil our mission and serve the diverse needs of our community effectively. We welcome individuals from all walks of life, including those who bring unique perspectives, experiences, and expertise to our board. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to positive change in North Hertfordshire and surrounding areas, we encourage you to apply to become a trustee with us.

We are particularly looking for prospective Trustees with;

• Global Majority heritage
• Lived experience of mental ill-health and /or counselling and therapy
• Professional experience in HR, legal, safeguarding, marketing or fundraising fields
• Lived experience of the needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals
• Hindu, Muslim or Jewish faith

Board Responsibilities:
The below responsibilities are collective and an individual Trustee may feel more or less able to lead on any particular area. You don’t need experience of all these in order to become a Trustee and training is available.

1. Strategic Planning: Collaborate with fellow trustees to establish the charity's mission, vision, and strategic objectives.
2. Governance Oversight: Provide effective oversight of the charity's governance structure, policies and procedures to comply with relevant laws, regulations and best practices.
3. Financial Management: Review and approve the charity's annual budget, financial statements and financial policies. Monitor financial performance and ensure proper stewardship of resources.
4. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks to the charity's operations, reputation and financial health. Take proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure the charity's sustainability.
5. Fundraising and Resource Development: Support the development and implementation of fundraising strategies to secure funding for the charity's service. Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors and funding partners.
6. Service Oversight: Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the charity's counselling service in achieving its mission and objectives.
7. Community Engagement: Represent the charity in the community and build relationships with stakeholders.
8. Ethical and Legal Compliance: Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all aspects of the charity's operations to comply with relevant laws, regulations and ethical guidelines.
9. Board Development: Participate in board meetings and any relevant training and development.
   
   

Qualifications:

1. Commitment to the Mission: Demonstrated passion for the charity's mission (find out more here) and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
2. Integrity and Accountability: Strong ethical values, integrity and a sense of accountability for the effective governance and management of the charity.
3. Time Commitment: Willingness to commit time and effort to fulfil trustee responsibilities, including attending meetings, reviewing documents and participating in board activities.

Manchester

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care. We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters.

A bit about this role

Our publicity team leaders have the important role of supporting a wider team of publicity volunteers. As a team our publicity volunteers collectively keep members of the public informed of the vital and varied ways we help our feline friends in need. Raising awareness is crucial to us being able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us. A higher profile can help raise funds, raise awareness of adopting a cat, promote neutering and encourage as many people as possible to learn about feline welfare. 

What can you expect to be doing? 

• Communicating with others including newsletter, social networking and website volunteers
• Advising others on the content of newsletters and web posts
• Interacting with others to make sure information is positive, accurate and consistent
• Liaising with your volunteer group and our National Cat Centre to organise media campaigns
• Responding to local media requests if required 

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by supporting other publicity volunteers in their roles and raising awareness of Cats Protection. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to be a part of a team
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• Good IT skills
• Editorial skills and experience in PR and marketing (would be an advantage) 
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation 

Our publicity team leaders usually spend 3 to 4 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

We enable individuals to donate to causes they care about and provide them full transparency on what impact their donation makes.Many people genuinely wish to do good and contribute to improving our world. Donating to charities is a common way to pursue this. The challenge is that the charity industry is a jungle. It can be complicated to see how your donation is actually spent and hard to identify the charities who have the largest impact.

We want to change that by:

• Providing full transparency on what your donation is spent on when you donate through us.
• Making it easy for you to support NGOs with proven impact.
• Creating communities centered around the causes you care about, offering exclusive content to further engage and inform you.

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

• Involves content creation and management, strategy implementation, engagement, analytics and reporting, and collaboration.
• Volunteer 2-3 hours per week for 3-5 months.