Deputy Head of Communications & Marketing (VOLUNTEER)

Youth Advantage UK

Remote

Unpaid role, expenses not paid

Voluntary

This job is closed.

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic volunteer to join our Communications and Marketing team of volunteer professionals.

We are looking to appoint someone who has 7 or more years of professional experience in either Communications and Marketing and who has some experience of leading or / and managing a team in a Communications and Marketing environment.

Reports to: Head of Communications & Marketing

Core duties and responsibilities

To take part in department wide management and leadership activities
To provide practical assistance to the Head of Department
To support the planning of department activities
To take on line management roles as assigned
To provide effective supervision and guidance to other volunteers as delegated
To work with the Head of Department to support progress and performance in relation to departmental activities to be undertaken
To oversee departmental tasks
To provide support and additional capacity with regards to progress of departmental relevant tasks

Requirements

At least 7 or more years of relevant experience.
Some experience (ideally 2 or more years) of managing or leading a team.
To have some understanding of managing volunteers.
Excellent writing and communication skills.
IT literacy with own equipment (laptop and phone)
Ability to work well in a team.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
Previous volunteering experience or experience in any kind of start up desirable
Right to volunteer in the UK

Benefits

This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.