A vacancy has arisen for a new Volunteer Training Assistant to join the Pride Cymru team. You will be working with the Volunteer Management team to help support the delivery of Pride Cymru’s volunteer programme throughout the year, with a focus on delivering and monitoring volunteer-specific training throughout the year.

As a charity, our remit is to work for the promotion of the elimination of discrimination. Whether this be on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion and ability. We work towards this through our annual celebration of equality and diversity at Pride Cymru (historically known as Cardiff-Wales LGBT Mardi Gras).

We cannot do this alone! Pride Cymru relies on the kindness, time and support of the volunteers to deliver our year-round activities, including our Big Weekend event!

Role responsibilities

• Being a key point of contact for volunteers in relation to learning and development opportunities.
• Responding to training-related queries through social media and email correspondence – ensuring all responses are delivered in a timely manner.
• Monitor and process information through our internal volunteer system, in line with organisational requirements and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Bringing fresh new ideas to the table to improve the current training provision for volunteers at Pride Cymru.

Person Specification

This role does not require specific experience as the role will provide development opportunities where required; however, the person needs to understand the commitment required and that they will be a representative of Pride Cymru. Whilst not a requirement, ideal candidates will have some administrative experience, have some experience with IT systems and should be of a personable, approachable nature with experience presenting to a large group of people.

If this sounds like you, and you would like to be considered for the opportunity, please forward your CV and short covering letter to us using the Apply with CharityJobs link below.

A vacancy has arisen for a new Volunteer Engagement Assistant to join the Pride Cymru team. You will be working with the Volunteer Management team to help promote volunteering opportunities across the whole Pride Cymru network, whilst also supporting the delivery of Pride Cymru’s volunteer programme throughout the year.

As a charity, our remit is to work for the promotion of the elimination of discrimination. Whether this be on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion and ability. We work towards this through our annual celebration of equality and diversity at Pride Cymru (historically known as Cardiff-Wales LGBT Mardi Gras).

We cannot do this alone! Pride Cymru relies on the kindness, time and support of the volunteers to deliver our year-round activities, including our Big Weekend event!

Role responsibilities

• Attending/holding events with the view of recruiting or retaining volunteers.
• Being a key point of contact for volunteers, particularly throughout Pride Cymru’s Big Weekend in August.
• Communicating with volunteers through social media and email about volunteer opportunities and events.
• Bringing fresh new ideas to the table to boost volunteer engagement and ensure volunteers have a positive experience.

Person Specification

This role does not require specific experience as the role will provide development opportunities where required; however, the person needs to understand the commitment required and that they will be a representative of Pride Cymru.Whilst not a requirement, ideal candidates will have some administrative experience or experience with managing employee or volunteer engagement, and should be of a personable, approachable nature.

If this sounds like you, and you would like to be considered for the opportunity, please forward your CV and short covering letter to ous by clicking on the Apply with CharityJobs link below.

A vacancy has arisen for a new Volunteer Administration Assistant to join the Pride Cymru team. You will be working with the Volunteer Management team to help support the delivery of Pride Cymru’s volunteer programme throughout the year, and to provide administrative support for any volunteer-related activities.

As a charity, our remit is to work for the promotion of the elimination of discrimination. Whether this be on the grounds of sexual orientation, gender, race, religion and ability. We work towards this through our annual celebration of equality and diversity at Pride Cymru (historically known as Cardiff-Wales LGBT Mardi Gras).

We cannot do this alone! Pride Cymru relies on the kindness, time and support of the volunteers to deliver our year-round activities, including our Big Weekend event!

Role responsibilities

• Attending events to provide support to attending volunteers.
• Being a key point of contact for volunteers, particularly throughout Pride Cymru’s Big Weekend in August.
• Responding to volunteer queries through social media and email correspondence – ensuring all responses are person-focused and are delivered in a timely manner.
• Monitor and process information through our internal volunteer system, in line with organisational requirements and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Person Specification

This role does not require specific experience as the role will provide development opportunities where required; however, the person needs to understand the commitment required and that they will be a representative of Pride Cymru. Whilst not a requirement, ideal candidates will have some administrative experience, have some experience with IT systems and should be of a personable, approachable nature.

If this sounds like you, and you would like to be considered for the opportunity, please forward your CV and short covering letter to us using the Apply with CharityJobs link below.

A vacancy has arisen for a new Marketing and Communications Manager to join the Pride Cymru team, with the potential of becoming a Trustee for the charity. Your marketing and communications expertise will advertise our services and help attract funding, volunteers and assist with our growth.

Pride Cymru are the leading LGBT+ charity based in Cardiff working towards the elimination of discrimination by promoting equality for all regardless of sexuality, gender identity, race or other characteristic. Pride Cymru delivers the biggest annual Pride event in Wales and is fast becoming one of the biggest Pride events in the UK.

Pride Cymru is entirely volunteer led and is dedicated to serving the LGBT+ community both in South Wales and beyond. A key body within the network of Pride organisers around the UK, Pride Cymru works to protect, support and empower communities to become more tolerant and accepting of each other.

Role Responsibilities

Pride Cymru is seeking an applicant with marketing and communications skills, and knowledge of fundraising and bidding, to raise our profile, to further develop the branding and marketing strategy and to support its project work as much as its annual event. The candidate would need to undertake the following duties as part of their role:-

• To work collaboratively with the other committee members and trustees, keeping with and furthering Pride Cymru’s charitable objectives;
• To contribute actively in giving firm strategic direction to Pride Cymru by setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets;
• As part of the team, to ensure that the policy and practices of Pride Cymru are in keeping with its aims; and
• With other volunteers, to ensure that Pride Cymru functions within the legal and financial requirements of a charitable organisation that strives to achieve best practice.
• Marketing of Pride Cymru to the general public, local authorities / elected members, businesses and organisations (locally, regionally and nationally) and develop working partnerships that may lead to funding;
• Develop messaging systems to communicate Pride Cymru work and achievements;
• Develop case studies for use in bids for funding;
• Provide training and thought leadership around issues relating to marketing, messaging and to liaise with trustees and staff;
• Develop campaigns and relevant designs for this;
• To support yearly strategic/business planning, monitoring and review; and
• Draw on your networks to support our work.

Person Specification

Due to the element of this role, applicants will need to be able to demonstrate their own experience within a marketing environment. Ideal applicants will be passionate about championing Pride Cymru and able to empathise with its mission and aims.

Essential

• Successful track record of marketing, messaging and communications in a business, the public sector or a charity;
• Knowledge of fund raising and generating support;
• Experience of working at a senior management / leadership / trustee level;
• Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to take collective responsibility for work;
• Ability to work at a strategic level, think creatively and criticise constructively;
• Good, independent judgement and a willingness to speak your mind;
• Passion to champion the charity;
• A firm belief in and commitment to Pride Cymru’s mission;
• Commitment to the principles of selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership;
• Ability to maintain constructive relationships with other committee members, the Trustees, other members of staff and volunteers.

  Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of the day to day issues facing LGBT+ people particularly issues of discrimination and challengers to equality;
• Understanding of the voluntary sector, social services and education.

What difference will I make?

While Pride Cymru has generated a significant amount of media content over the years, there is currently a lack of a consistent and effective marketing and communications strategy. By joining us, you will be helping us to develop and deliver an effective marketing and communications strategy.

Your ideas will help us to advertise our services to the general public and help attract funding, sponsorship and donations, that will support the work done by Pride Cymru throughout the year to challenge the increasing bigotry and discrimination that large numbers of the LGBT+ community continue to face today.

What’s in for me?

You’ll get the satisfaction that comes from playing an active role in helping LGBT+ people of all ages to feel accepted, appreciated as part of society.

This is also the perfect opportunity to gain new experiences and utilise your skills and experiences in a different setting than you may be used to. Whilst this is an unpaid role, you will be reimbursed for reasonable travel and subsistence expenses whilst undertaking work for Pride Cymru.

Sounds great! How do I apply?

If you’d like to be considered for the opportunity, please forward your CV (no more than three pages) and a cover letter (no more than two pages) to us using the Apply Online link below.

Please ensure your cover letter covers why you wish to join Pride Cymru, and how you meet some or all of the person specification illustrated above.

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) was founded in 2001 and works with children in impoverished communities through our Children’s Homes and Education Centers in Thailand, Kenya, and Indonesia. Our mission is to educate impoverished children—activating their highest potential—and also to educate global citizens through real life experiences, about the realities of impoverished communities and the value of other cultures.

Our At-Home Volunteers support this work remotely, from their homes around the world. An At-Home volunteer should have access to a dependable computer, wifi connection, and experience with Google Suites applications is a plus.

Details of all our volunteer programs can be found on our website

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP Maidstone is recruiting new members who live within approximately 20 miles of HMP Maidstone and can commit the time to visit 4 to 6 visits per month during the probation year which then reduces to 3 - 4 visits.

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: 107/Maidstone/2019

Closing date for completed returned applications: 08/12/2019

Oxfam's network of over 600 shops is run by over 20,000 volunteers and shop managers. Through the sale of donated goods and new products the shops contribute millions of pounds each year to help fund Oxfam's crucial work.

The success of the shops depends on the commitment of our volunteers, effective management and strong teams.

If you are interested in applying for an internship, learning about the role of assistant manager this is a fantastic opportunity to develop or enhance your retail and supervisory skills.

This role requires a high level of commitment, reliability and willingness to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative.

Ideally you will be able to volunteer for 4 days a week for a minimum period of three months.

Key responsibilities:

You will learn about all aspects of running the shop including:

• Managing donations (Clothes, accessories and home ware) and stock processing.
• Providing excellent customer service and operating the till.
• Maximizing the income from donations, new products such as Fairtrade and Gift Aid.
• Assisting the manager in running the shop operations.

Once fully trained you will take greater responsibility for:

• Ensuring the smooth running of the shop & take actions to solve routine problems and training new volunteers.
• Learning the main management systems in a retail / charity shop business.
• Ensuring that shop activities reflect Oxfam values and beliefs.
• Keeping up to date with Oxfam's internal communications and share any news with the shop team.

Skills and competencies:

• Ability to follow instructions, work within the shop guidelines and to manage a busy workload in partnership with the shop manager and shop team.
• Reliability and willingness to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative
• Good communication skills. Some IT and supervisory skills
• Honesty and integrity
• Ability to maintain an environment that is safe from hazards and complies with health and safety legislation and Oxfam procedures. As this is a supervisory role, applicants will be expected to agree to an enhanced DBS check.

What this role can offer the volunteer:

• You will be joining thousands of volunteers who "won't live with poverty."
• The opportunity to use, gain or enhance your leadership and managerial skills
• Gain experience in a complex charity shop environment.
• The opportunity to develop personal capabilities and skills for working in retail.
• Be trained in shop management to the level of assistant manager.
• The chance to work and develop within a friendly and diverse shop team
• Enhanced CV - References will be available on completion (minimum 3 months)
• Lunch and reasonable local travel costs can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam's policy.

Become a Citizens Advice volunteer and help give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward.

Our Aim

We aim to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives. Wealden Citizens advice offers free, independent, confidential and impartial advice and support.

Why volunteer with us?

The Adviser role is interesting and very rewarding. You will be given full training and support to:

• make a real difference to local peoples’ lives
• help our clients to get the right help for the problems they face
• provide support and advice to clients over the phone or face to face to explore what challenges they need help with
• support clients to take action to improve their lives

What do we ask of you?

You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to:

• be friendly, approachable and good at listening
• be open minded and non-judgemental
• have a good level of written and spoken English
• have basic maths and computer skills
• be willing to learn and work as part of a team
• be available between 9am – 3pm one day a week (flexibility available)

What’s in it for you?

Gaining new skills, knowledge and being part of a team.

• make a real difference to people’s lives
• learn about a range of issues affecting your local community
• build on valuable skills such as communication, listening and problem solving, and increase your employability
• work with a range of different people, independently and in a team
• have a positive impact in your community
• and we’ll reimburse expenses too!

Why does AFRIL need your time and skills?

Action for Refugees in Lewisham works to relieve poverty and isolation amongst refugees, asylum seekers and other ethnic minorities in Lewisham. Our commitment is to ensure we reach the most vulnerable people in our community and help them access the support they are entitled to. As a small charity, a modest sum of money raised can enable our projects to take place. As such, the role of volunteer fundraiser is essential. Our food bank runs on Saturdays and is for people and families from refugee and asylum backgrounds who are destitute and have no access to public funds. This is the only food bank in Lewisham dedicated to refugees. We have no lon term funding and are dependent on raising funds from trusts and donors to cover our core costs including staff salaries, food and toiletry donations to our beneficiaries.

When:

Flexible, but with a preference for Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Commitment:

Minimum six months

Duties

The duties will include:

• To update and maintain a detailed grants tracker.
• To research new and already identified grant funders, get in touch with them, and develop a plan for applications.
• To draft grant applications.
• to help run our regular online giving campaigns
• to develop creative one - off benefit and fundraising ideas for other people to do for AFRIL 
• To prepare reports and communications for existing grantors as required.
• Supporting the fundraising team in any other ways as required.

Requirements

• Excellent writing skills in fluent English.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Good research skills and ability to work with considerable initiative.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate well with people from all walks of life.
• An interest in supporting refugees and contributing to the work of AFRIL.

What will you gain?

As a volunteer, you will:

• Gain experience and insight into the world of charity fundraising.
• Develop skills and strategies needed in organising and administering grants.
• Acquire experience working within a community charity.
• Access training opportunities available to AFRIL volunteers.

Expenses:

Travel expenses will be reimbursed, up to £5 per day.

How to apply:

In the first instance, please complete an form.  Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Oxfam's network of over 650 shops is run by 23,000 volunteers and shop managers. Through the sale of donated goods and new products the shops contribute millions of pounds each year to help fund Oxfam's crucial work. We're looking for Customer Service Volunteers for our standard shop in Nicolson Street, Edinburgh. The Customer Service role is an exciting opportunity for someone to gain and develop retail experience to raise money for Oxfam's goal to end world poverty.

Customer Service Volunteers work on a till serving customers and give customer service in any way on the shop floor, for example helping them look for a specific item they would like.

Many of our volunteers offer at least one 4-hour shift each week, however you can discuss your availability with the shop manager who will let you know where vacancies exist. If you enjoy being in a busy environment and like dealing with different people, this role could be just right for you.

Responsibilities and Duties

The role involves the following:

Being polite and friendly with good customer service skills

Using a computerised till system that has a barcode scanner

Packing and wrapping purchases

Taking payments

Able to work well in a team

Tidying the shop floor when not busy

Pricing donated goods on the till

Being aware of customers wants and needs

Qualifications and Skills

An enthusiasm for Oxfam's work and helping others get involved is important

Ability to work within Oxfam’s guidelines and Values

Ability to work as part of a team

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Honesty, integrity, commitment and reliability

Benefits

This is an opportunity to help Oxfam's mission of achieving a just world without poverty

Lunch expenses and reasonable local travel costs can be reimbursed in line with Oxfam's policy

This would enhance your CV

Gain experience working for a non-profit charity organisation

Lunch expenses are available

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP Swinfen Hall, Staffordshire is recruiting new members who live within 30 miles of the HMP Swinfen Hall, Staffordshire and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: 1016/Swinfen Hall/2019

Closing date for completed returned applications: 13/12/2019

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at XXXX is recruiting new members who live within XX miles of the XXXX and can commit the time to visit 3 to 4 times per month (reducing to 2 to 3 visits after completing the probationary year).

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses oaid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for?

There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Please apply via our website, quoting reference: XXX/XXX/2018

Closing date for completed returned applications: X/X/2018

Treasurer

The Treasurer will maintain an overview of MRN’s financial position, in particular its financial viability, and will ensure that effective financial measures, controls, records, policies and procedures are maintained. The Treasurer will work closely with the Chair, other Trustees, the CEO, Finance and other staff to ensure the charity is pursuing its vision and mission and achieving agreed objectives through its financial strategy and management.

Person specification

We are looking for experienced applicants, who show:

• Knowledge and understanding of current charity finance and fundraising practice; 
• Knowledge and understanding of SOFA and statutory accounting requirements; 
• Senior Financial Management experience, preferably in a third sector organisation.
• The Treasurer will be a qualified or part qualified member of a recognised professional body; 
• Excellent financial analysis skills; 
• Good communication skills; 
• Personable with good team skills.

Remuneration

Like most not-for-profit board roles this position is unremunerated, however reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred fulfilling the duties of the role will be reimbursed.

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice.

Interested?

Please send a CV and a covering letter (max one page) explaining why you are interested in joining the board as a treasurer, and how you meet the person specification

Closing date for applications is 10 December 2019

AFRIL is a small local charity which relies on public and private grant making trusts, charities, and donations from individuals.  Keeping abreast of data is key to our successful operation

This role is for a volunteer to input data into our extensive database.

Duties:

• Maintain database by entering new and updated information, both numerical and alphabetic.
• Prepare source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information.
• Establish entry priorities and maintain data entry requirements by following data programme techniques and procedures.
• Verify entered data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or re-entering data.
• Secure information by completing data base backups.
• Maintain operations by following agreed policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality and meet security and GDPR requirements

Essential requirements:

• Excellent administration skills
• Excellent computer skills including using spreadsheets
• Ability to work on own initiative and work remotely, unsupervised
• Familiarity with data entry and able to up-load and scan documents
• Knowledge of Lamplight would be desirable

All volunteers in this role:

• Work in the office for 1 or 2 days per week by arrangement
• Undertake project induction/ on-going training and learning as required
• Should acquaint themselves with and follow all relevant, rules, policies and procedures on safeguarding, confidentiality, boundaries etc.
• Require DBS checks (funded by AFRIL)
• Must read and sign the AFRIL confidentiality agreement and working agreement
• Demonstrate a commitment to AFRIL’s vision, objectives and values and show an appreciation of and respect for our diverse community.

As an AFRIL volunteer, you will:

• Gain a taste of volunteering
• Develop skills and experience useful for work
• Acquire experience working within a community charity
• Access relevant training as appropriate to the role and tasks
• Have the opportunity to extend your volunteering to longer-term roles

• Be entitled to a reference from AFRIL

Travel expenses will be reimbursed, up to £5 per day on production of a receipt.

AFRIL is a small local charity which relies on public and private grant making trusts, charities, and donations from individuals to support service, operations and staff costs. Increasingly, social media are an important part of our engagement with funders, volunteers, staff and service-users

This role is for a volunteer to develop our use of social media to promote, develop and maintain our online presence in order to maximise our impact and to promote ourselves as widely as possible to the local community.

Duties

• Keeping abreast of developments within AFRIL and communicating this via social media
• Selecting and up-dating all channels as necessary
• Helping create and maintain a social media plan
• Encouraging others to comment on and share our posts
• Ensuring that communication reaches a wide range of local stakeholders and interest groups

Essential requirements:

• Excellent administration skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Familiarity with Facebook and Twitter
• Good written English
• Ability to communicate with a range of people, from volunteers to supporters
• Creativity and innovation
• Ability to work on own initiative and work remotely, unsupervised

All volunteers in this role:

• May work remotely but must be in communication with staff on a regular basis
• Should undertake project induction/ on-going training and learning as required
• Must acquaint themselves with and follow all relevant, rules, policies and procedures on safeguarding, confidentiality, boundaries etc.
• Must read and sign the AFRIL confidentiality agreement and working agreement
• Should be able to demonstrate a commitment to AFRIL’s vision, objectives and values and show an appreciation of and respect for our diverse community.

As an AFRIL volunteer, you will:

• Gain a taste of volunteering
• Develop skills and experience useful for work
• Acquire experience working within a community charity
• Access relevant training as appropriate to the role and tasks
• Have the opportunity to extend your volunteering to longer-term roles

• Be entitled to a reference from AFRIL

Travel expenses will be reimbursed, up to £5 per day on production of a receipt.