Volunteering Coordinator (VOLUNTEER ROLE)

Help us SHINE and bring SUNSHINE into peoples lives!

We are SUNSHINE, a brand new grassroots community charity that is being set up. We are a small charity trying to make a BIG impact. SUNSHINE is dedicated to bringing people together, spreading joy and community spirit through a range of community-based initiatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and transform lives. We especially aim to target those that are at risk and hard to reach living with social isolation who will need access to our charity the most.

At SUNSHINE, we’re not just a charity; we’re a movement fuelled by compassion, dedication, and a shared vision. Our mission? To change the world - one smile at a time with passionate, dedicated and driven positive role models.

We can’t do it alone!!! We need your help!!!

We're looking for a volunteer to fill the role of Volunteering Coordinator, who can support our brand new small charity make a big difference by leading on setting up of our volunteering programme, including the recruitment, selection, induction and training of volunteers at SUNSHINE, ensuring we are an amazing charity to volunteer for that really values our volunteers and creates an amazing organisational culture and team spirit, creating a close knit team of dedicated, passionate and committed positive role models.

You will be responsible for;

• The first point of contact with potential volunteers, including sending out volunteer application packs and responding to application enquiries.
• Evaluate applications, conduct interviews, and analyse candidates’ skills and match them with suitable volunteer positions within SUNSHINE and also perform background checks and review references.
• To collaborate with managers and wider team to identify which departments need volunteers.
• To establish the necessary volunteer numbers and skills, ensuring a smooth coordination between volunteer activities and other roles within SUNSHINE.
• To maintain accurate records of volunteers’ activities and contributions.
• To retain volunteers, creating a positive experience, recognising their efforts, and addressing any concerns they may have.
• To handle administrative tasks related to volunteer scheduling, training, and reporting.
• To ensure that volunteers receive proper orientation, induction and training and that volunteers understand their responsibilities. 
• To coordinate volunteer activities, monitor progress, and address any logistical issues.

If you are interested in joining SUNSHINE, please send your CV for an Application Form.

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest in SUNSHINE!

SUNSHINE

• Fostering Connections
• Enhancing Wellbeing
• Transforming Lives