IT & Digital Infrastructure Manager VOLUNTEER ROLE)

VOLUNTEER IT & DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER

Join SUNSHINE — Bringing Connection, Joy, Community Spirit and SUNSHINE to Every Neighbourhood

WHO WE ARE

SUNSHINE is a start‑up loneliness charity at the very beginning of its journey — a modern, volunteer‑powered movement bringing people together through simple, meaningful activities that spark connection, build confidence, and spread joy.

Our work reflects the diversity of London — its cultures, communities, and neighbourhoods.

We don’t rely on a building or a centre. We go where people already are — parks, libraries, cafés, community halls, online spaces, neighbourhood corners. Wherever people gather, we show up with warmth, welcome, and community spirit.

Loneliness affects people of all ages and backgrounds, often silently.

We’re building a future where every neighbourhood feels connected, supported, and full of opportunities for people to grow, contribute, and belong. If you believe in people, community, and the power of small moments to create big impact, you’ll feel right at home here.

WHAT WE DO

SUNSHINE will be delivering free and low‑cost community‑led activities that help people connect, learn, and thrive, including:

• Social groups and pop‑up events

• Health and wellbeing sessions

• Skills workshops (digital, creative, financial, employment readiness)

• Family‑friendly activities

• Neighbourhood outreach in underserved areas

• Volunteer‑led community projects

Everything we do is shaped by local voices and powered by volunteers — bringing connection, joy, and community spirit to the places people already love.

OUR APPROACH

• Local — We go where people already are.

• Inclusive — Everyone is welcome.

• Flexible — We adapt to community needs.

• Volunteer‑Powered — People make this possible.

THE ROLE — VOLUNTEER IT & DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGER

We’re looking for a Volunteer IT & Digital Infrastructure Manager to help build the simple, safe, reliable digital systems that will support SUNSHINE as we grow.

This is a hands‑on, practical role for someone who loves making technology work smoothly for people — especially in a start‑up environment where everything is being built from scratch.

You’ll help create the digital foundations that keep our volunteers connected, our information secure, and our operations running with confidence.

As our Volunteer IT & Digital Infrastructure Manager, you will:

1. Build and Maintain Core Digital Systems

• Help set up and manage our digital tools (email, file storage, collaboration platforms, volunteer systems).

• Keep everything organised, accessible, and easy for volunteers to use.

• Support the creation of simple digital processes that make day‑to‑day work smoother.

2. Champion Digital Safety & Compliance

• Ensure our systems follow good practice in data protection, privacy, and security.

• Support the development of clear, accessible guidance for volunteers.

• Help embed safe digital habits across the charity.

3. Support Volunteers & Teams

• Provide friendly, patient support to volunteers using digital tools.

• Help troubleshoot issues and build volunteers’ confidence with technology.

• Work closely with the Office & Compliance Manager, COO, and other leads to keep everything aligned.

4. Enable Growth & Scalability

• Recommend simple, cost‑effective tools that fit a small, volunteer‑powered charity.

• Help ensure our digital infrastructure can grow as SUNSHINE expands into new neighbourhoods.

• Keep systems tidy, organised, and future‑proof.

5. Bring Calm, Clarity & Structure

• Create a sense of order in a fast‑moving start‑up environment.

• Help embed our values of kindness, inclusion, and accessibility into every digital decision.

This role is perfect for someone who:

• Loves making technology simple, friendly, and accessible.

• Enjoys organising systems and helping people feel confident using digital tools.

• Has experience in IT support, digital operations, systems administration, or tech‑for‑good — or is excited to grow into it.

• Thrives in start‑up environments where you can build things from the ground up.

• Values inclusion, safety, and making digital spaces welcoming for everyone.

• Wants to help reduce loneliness and strengthen neighbourhoods.

• Believes in volunteer‑powered change and community spirit.

Time commitment is flexible and can fit around your life. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences — especially those with lived experience of the communities we serve.

WHY IT MATTERS

Loneliness is one of the biggest challenges facing our communities today. Too many people feel disconnected, unseen, or without a place to belong.

SUNSHINE exists to change that.

By joining us as our Volunteer IT & Digital Infrastructure Manager, you’ll help build the digital backbone of a movement that brings people together, strengthens neighbourhoods, and creates opportunities for connection, confidence, joy, and community spirit.

Your work will help volunteers feel supported, organised, and empowered — and that will directly shape the impact we can make in every community we reach.

Together, we can bring SUNSHINE to every corner of our communities.