Communications Assistant Volunteer Roles
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Do you have a love for organising events? We are looking for passionate volunteers to join us and support us to coordinate events across Hestia! You will be the driving force behind organising and supporting us with the management of our events.
What you will be doing
- Researching event spaces
- Supporting with various tasks related to our events program.
- Help delivering events on event days
The skills you need
- Good communication verbal and written skills
- Good organisational skills
- Willingness and desire to learn about event management
- Ability to provide a supportive and inclusive environment
- Good IT knowledge and skills
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications.
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards, outings, celebration, and social events for our volunteers to get together and have some fun; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.
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Do you want to make a difference to the lives of those affected by cancer? Then volunteer with us and join the #TeamBigC family which promises to give you a sense of purpose as well as the opportunity to work as part of a hard-working, values driven, and people focused team.
Help us to raise the vital funds to support our work by volunteering as a Retail Assistant within our Distribution Centre in Wymondham. This is a fabulous opportunity where you can put your skills to use for a meaningful cause and develop new ones.
Roles may include:-
- Sorting through donated stock and bric-a-brac items for its suitability for sale
- Accepting donations from the public
- Stock rotation
- Maintaing a tidy stockroom
- Shopiago - helping to sort, scan and prepare books for sale or collection.
- Assisting with customer’s enquiries
Big C's Core Values are Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust and Honesty.These provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Location
Big C Distribution Centre, 2-6 Allenbrooks Way, Wymondham, NR18 0NW
Hours/Time Commitment
Opening Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm. Monday to Saturday.
Benefits of volunteering with Big C
- Enhance your CV, boosting career options
- Knowing you are contributing to improving the lives of those affected by Cancer.
- Having a sense of purpose, focus and personal achievement
- Learn new skills (e.g., customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative, and responsibility)
- Share skills and expertise with others
- Gain confidence through meeting new people and having fun
Recruitment Process
Application form, informal interview and 2 satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
Ready for an adventure? Dive into the heart of Quilombo UK by exploring our website and videos! Explore the values that guide our mission, values and the impactful work we do to make a difference in our community.
Join us in leading positive change!
The HR Training Assistant will coordinate all learning and development activities and support the design and delivery of best practices in monitoring and evaluating learning experiences. The role will strengthen the performance management and development of volunteers' skills in Quilombo.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for leading, developing and implementing the internal L&D programme for volunteers.
- Manage the delivery of induction training to new joiners.
- Work closely with management to develop and deliver learning interventions such as performance management, leadership, coaching and mentoring.
- Implement a learning framework and delivery programme aligned with Quilombo’s goals and core values.
- Help individuals and teams develop skills and knowledge.
- Deliver the learning strategy, develop learning materials, and analyse intervention effectiveness to support the needs of the organisation.
- Lead Quilombo towards becoming a learning organisation.
Required Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
- Working in adherence with the organisation's key objectives and business plan.
- Experience in managing training functions within the HR team
- Excellent presentation skills
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer with us and become part of the #TeamBigC family.
Cancer affects us all in different ways. We know it can be difficult. Big C is here, across our county, to support anyone affected by cancer in any way.
We are looking for Volunteer Retail Assistants to join our Big C Magdalen Street Shop in Norwich to help with promoting and maximise sales by working within our stockroom and/or on our shop floor.
Roles may include:-
- Processing sales transactions through the till
- Stock rotation
- Pricing stock
- Tidying the shop floor and stock room
- Assisting with customer’s enquiries
- Assisting, when necessary, with shop window displays
- Sorting through donated stock and bric-a-brac items for its suitability for sale
- Hanging and steaming garments
Location
Big C Shop, 26 Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1HU
Hours/Time Commitment
Opening Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm. Monday to Saturday. You choose how long and how often you would like to volunteer, whether this is 1 hour a week or 1 day a month. We need volunteers in the afternoons, particularly on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays.
Benefits of volunteering with Big C
- Enhance your CV, boosting career options
- Knowing you are contributing to improving the lives of those affected by Cancer.
- Having a sense of purpose, focus and personal achievement
- Learn new skills (e.g., customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative, and responsibility)
- Share skills and expertise with others
- Gain confidence through meeting new people and having fun
Recruitment Process
Application form, informal interview and 2 satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer? Then volunteer with us and join the #TeamBigC family which promises to give you a sense of purpose as well as the opportunity to work as part of a hard-working, values-driven, and people-focused team.
Help us to raise vital funds to support our work by volunteering as a Retail Assistant within our Sheringham Big C shop. This is a fabulous opportunity where you can put your skills to use for a meaningful cause and develop new ones.
About the role
There are various tasks you might get involved with including:
- processing sales transactions through the till
- stock rotation
- pricing stock
- tidying the shop floor and stock room
- assisting with customer enquiries
- assisting, when necessary, with shop window displays
- sorting through donated stock and bric-a-brac items for its suitability for sale
- hanging and steaming garments
Big C's Core Values are Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust and Honesty.These provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
Hours/Time Commitment
Opening Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Sunday.
You choose how long and how often you would like to volunteer, whether this is 1 hour a week or 1 day a month.
Benefits of volunteering
- know you are contributing to improving the lives of those affected by cancer
- have a sense of purpose, focus and personal achievement
- enhance your CV, boosting career options
- learn new skills (e.g., customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative, and responsibility)
- share skills and expertise with others
- gain confidence through meeting new people and have fun
Recruitment Process
To apply, please complete our online application form on our website.
We also offer trials where you can volunteer for up to 1 day without going through the recruitment process to see if volunteering in this role is for you so get in touch today to find out more.
Once we have received your application, the shop manager will have an informal chat either via phone or in person. Upon receipt of 2 satisfactory references, the manager will arrange an induction.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Part time/flexible opportunity at CPRE London who are seeking a volunteer with office management experience, strong administrative skills, systematic organisational abilities, with good written and verbal communication skills to support the London Team with our campaigns and causes. The role covers managing a variety or organisational tasks and administrative support to facilitate the work of staff, volunteers and members.
Who are we?
CPRE London is a charity that fights to protect London’s green spaces. By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. You’ll make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Ensuring office administrative systems are up to date and fit for purpose
- Assist with Trustee Meetings, The Annual General Meeting and other meetings involving the Director as necessary (Minute taking plus circulate actions from minutes, follow up on actions as required)
- Diary management and meeting scheduling for the Director and occasionally the wider London team
- Streamline office operations seeking ways to utilise time management tools
- Liaise with the landlord to ensure the office space provides a conducive environment for the well-being of staff and volunteers
- Undertake any additional duties in line with the purpose of the role as requested by the Director.
- With experience at CPRE, there may be opportunities to provide advice and guidance to more junior volunteers and identify and intorduce options for procedural improvements.
What's in it for you?
- Use your skills to help our charity and make a positive difference to London’s green spaces
- Opportunities to work with people across all the functions at CPRE London
- Get involved with social events and workshops on a local and national level, including the annual CPRE conference
- Enhance your CV by developing new skills and gaining valuable experience
- We will support you in your role and provide you with relevant training
- We can give you a reference for your future work or volunteering
- We provide out-of-pocket travel expense
Skills and experience
Preferably with some office management or executive PA experience with great organisational and competant IT skills, plus the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Working pattern
Hours: between 7-14 hours per week
Location: Hybrid – London office based with some home working
Pattern: delivery can be flexible but availability on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays (the Director’s working days) would be beneficial.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer with us and become part of the #TeamBigC family.
Cancer affects us all in different ways. We know it can be difficult. Big C is here, across our county, to support anyone affected by cancer in any way.
Do you have a passion for fashion, love helping others, and want to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist at our Timberhill Shop, also home to our bridal suite.
Roles may include:-
- Assisting brides and supporting the day to day running of the bridal suite.
- Processing sales transactions through the till
- Stock rotation
- Pricing stock
- Tidying the shop floor and stock room
- Assisting with customer’s enquiries
- Assisting, when necessary, with shop window displays
- Sorting through donated stock and bric-a-brac items for its suitability for sale
- Hanging and steaming garments
Location
Big C Shop, 45 Timberhill, Norwich, NR1 3LA
Hours/Time Commitment
Opening Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm. Monday to Saturday. You choose how long and how often you would like to volunteer, whether this is 1 hour a week or 1 day a month.
Benefits of volunteering with Big C
- Enhance your CV, boosting career options
- Knowing you are contributing to improving the lives of those affected by Cancer.
- Having a sense of purpose, focus and personal achievement
- Learn new skills (e.g., customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative, and responsibility)
- Share skills and expertise with others
- Gain confidence through meeting new people and having fun
Recruitment Process
Application form, informal interview and 2 satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As a Weekend Sales Assistant Volunteer you will be at the till during our busiest opening times, serving customers as the friendly face of your shop. You will help people facing poverty around the world by giving great customer service and making donors, customers, and supporters feel welcome in our shop. We’ll give you ongoing training and support so that you can feel right at home as part of the Oxfam Community!
About this role
We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.
As a Weekend Sales Assistant Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence:
- Improving your communication skills in this customer-facing role
- Serving customers on the till, handling cash and card payments
- Creating a friendly shop environment to make everyone feel welcome
Volunteering that works for you
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.
What you will be doing
- Making everyone feel welcome
- Serving customers on the till
- Handling cash and card payments
- Helping donors as they come in
- Keeping the shop clean and tidy
The skills you need
- Helpful and friendly
- Happy to be part of a team
- Excited to learn new skills
- Up for trying a range of shop tasks
What's in it for you
- Some lunch and travel costs
- Improve language and communication skills in a customer facing role
- Boost your CV by learning transferable skills
- Grow your confidence and meet new people
- We can be flexible around your education, family, work, or health etc.
- Possible references for future employers
What happens next?
After you apply the manager will ask you to come in for an initial chat. This is not an interview, just a chance to get an idea of what you'd like to do in the shop. From there you can meet the rest of the volunteer team and get involved with whatever area of the shop takes your interest!
Oxfam is a global community of people who believe in a kinder, and radically better world, where everyone has the power to thrive not just survive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Milton Keynes and North Bucks RSPCA have a cattery and two retail shops that support the work of the cattery and our fosterers.
Anyone joining the Newport Pagnell team is in for a real treat, our Shop manager, Ruth, is friendly and supportive and takes her role as a mentor seriously. You will most likely be working with one or more other people during a 4 hour shift.
The shop is based in Newport Pagnell and ideally the person coming to volunteer will be from the Milton Keynes or Bedford area.
Our charity shop in the heart of Newton Pagnell is looking for a friendly volunteer to join our team and help make our shop a huge success. Make new friends, have fun, and help us help more animals!
As a volunteer Charity Shop Assistant, you would join a small team working with the shop manager and 1-2 other volunteers to help make it a success and raise vital funds for animal welfare.
About Our Charity Shop
The shop plays an essential role in raising the profile of the RSPCA in our local community and funds for our branch so that we can continue our vital animal welfare work. Our shops sell a mixture of donated items, including clothes, books, bric-a-brac and collectables, and a selection of new items. We have positions available on the shop floor and in our stock room or you could volunteer to do a mixture of both.
Volunteer Charity Shop Assistant responsibilities
- Helping customers in the shop find what they need.
- Accepting donations of items and money from the public.
- Processing sales through the till and card machine, including Gift Aid.
- Sorting through donated items to determine what we can sell.
- Preparing donated items for sale by steaming and hanging and items.
- Merchandising stock on the shop floor.
- Creating attractive shop window displays.
What we are looking for in a volunteer Charity Shop Assistant
- Friendly volunteers who are confident talking to people.
- Retail experience would be ideal but is not necessary as full training will be given.
- We are ideally aiming for someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment predominately on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Good communication and numeracy skills.
- You will need to be aged 16 or over.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Charity Shop Assistant
- A way to meet new people and make new friends in your local area.
- A place where you will learn excellent new skills to add to your CV, such as customer service, multi-tasking, merchandising, and many more.
- An excellent induction and training programme relevant to your role.
- The opportunity to make a huge difference to the welfare of animals.
- Reimbursement for any reasonable travel expenses you may incur whilst volunteering with us.
We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Catering Volunteers assist in the kitchen alongside our chefs. This role will include helping to prepare hot food, chopping vegetables, cooking etc.. And then serving our clients during breakfast or lunch service, taking the time to greet and engage with our clients.
- You do not need to be a trained chef as you will be well looked after by the team
- Willing to undertake Food Safety Level Two training (we will provide this)
- We are looking for volunteers with good communication skills, a willingness to get stuck in & help out.If this is you & you also have an interest in supporting adults experiencing homelessness and related issues, get in touch today
- Travel expenses paid
- Free brekafast of lunch
- Certificate of volunteering
The next stage is to have a chat to discuss the volunteer role in more detail, so do let me know when you would be free for a call
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you organized, punctual, and passionate about coordination? The International Humanity
Foundation (IHF) is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our Calendar Team!
About Us
IHF is a global NGO committed to providing quality education and support to children and
communities in need. Our mission is driven by the power of education, volunteerism, and
humanitarian efforts.
Role: Calendar Team Member (Volunteer)
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all meeting links are sent out on time to all teams.
- Save important dates and reminders for various events and deadlines.
- Coordinate with different departments to schedule meetings and events.
- Maintain an organized and up-to-date calendar for the organization.
- Assist in managing time-sensitive communications and notifications.
Requirements:
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Proficiency with calendar management tools and software.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude.
- Commitment to IHF’s mission and values.
- Ability to dedicate a few hours per week to this volunteer role.
What We Offer:
- A chance to play a crucial role in the smooth operation of a global NGO.
- Experience in calendar management and coordination within an international organization
Join us in our mission to ensure seamless coordination and help us make a difference in the
world!
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Together, we can achieve great things.
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WHO WE ARE
We are a Kingston-based social enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion. Encouraging different cultures to unite enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with cultural, social and sports organisation's, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. Our findings are supported by educational opportunities designed to broaden perspectives.
Ready for an adventure? Dive into the heart of Quilombo UK by exploring our website and videos! Discover our mission, values and the impactful work we do to make a difference in our community.
Your journey with purpose begins here
Join us in creating positive change!
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Join our dynamic team as a Volunteer HR Recruiter and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our non-profit Organisation. As a key member of our Human Resources team, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring the acquisition of talented individuals passionate about our mission. Your expertise will contribute to building a dedicated and skilled workforce, enabling us to impact the community positively. This role offers a unique opportunity to utilise your HR recruitment skills for a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience in the non-profit sector.
Collaborate with hiring managers to identify hiring needs and implement effective sourcing strategies,
Interview and Selection
Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline.
Conduct initial screening interviews to effectively evaluate the candidates’ skill set and cultural fit while providing an engaging experience.
Foster positive relationships with candidates, keeping them informed about the status of their applications.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records and recruitment metrics.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proven experience as an HR Recruiter or in a similar role
Familiarity with job boards and professional social platforms
Strong understanding of recruitment processes and employment laws
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Strong marketing and negotiation skills
Outstanding teamwork skills and ability to create relationships at all levels, showing respect to different types of people.
Professionalism and Confidentiality
WHAT WE OFFER:
Opportunity for professional growth and development in Recruitment and other HR departments depending on your knowledge and learning aptitude.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.
Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
Job Type: Volunteer
Benefits:
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 12hrs per week, Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Recruiting: 1 year (preferred)
- Licence/Certification:
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Key tasks include:
· Manage technical aspects of virtual events, to ensure smooth execution.
· Send pre and post event emails using our event platform, EventBrite
· Raise safeguarding concerns using internal processes and procedures
· Maintain confidentiality and follow charity policies and procedures
· Undertake relevant training
Key Objectives Include:
· Manage the technical aspects of virtual events proficiently.
· Represent Mast Cell Action professionally at all times, demonstrating strong communication skills, reliability, and adaptability in a virtual environment.
Experience/skills required:
· Ideally experience as a virtual event tech support, this is not essential as training will be provided
· Proficient with computers
· Proficiency in virtual event platforms such as EventBrite and Zoom, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and effectively.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a remote team, demonstrating reliability, flexibility, and professionalism at all times.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About The Role
This role involves:
- maintenance of a range of powered machines including hedge trimmers, strimmers, blowers and lawn mowers;
- year-round maintenance of Arundel’s vehicles, including a works van, two compact tractors and a ride-on lawnmower;
- ensuring that routine maintenance is carried out on these vehicles;
- communicating with your manager on any necessary purchases for repairs/ or maintenance;
- keeping up to date with WWT news
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
About You
This role will suit you if:
You have a can-do and enthusiastic attitude in completing tasks in all weathers, and are both a practical person and physically fit. Experience and knowledge in machinery and/or vehicle maintenance, ideally with qualifications, is essential, together with a competent, confident approach to maintenance and repair, being able to work independently and proactively. Much of your time will be spent working independently, but you will be happy to seek out help when needed. As nearly all our roles take place in public view, we need people committed to good customer service, engaging with visitors in our work, and positive and friendly communications with other staff and volunteers.
Please note that this role is currently only open to those aged 18+, and a driving licence is essential as there will sometimes be the need to use trust vehicles on site.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
- Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
- Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
- Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: ellenor Hospice Gravesend
Hours: from 2-6 hrs per week
Times: Flexible
Days: Flexible
Are you passionate about organisation and community support? Do you have a knack for coordinating schedules and managing teams? If so, we need you to help lead our dedicated volunteers in the Catering and Housekeeping departments at ellenor Hospice!
The Role:
As the Volunteer Coordinator for Catering and Housekeeping, you’ll be the driving force behind the smooth operation of our departments. Your role will include:
- Managing Rotas: Creating and overseeing volunteer schedules to ensure coverage and efficiency in both the Catering and Housekeeping teams
- Recruiting and Training: Identifying and onboarding new volunteers, providing them with the necessary training and support
- Supervising Volunteers: Offering guidance and support to volunteers, addressing any concerns or issues that arise, ensuring all volunteers are compliant with mandatory training
- Maintaining Communication: Acting as the main point of contact between volunteers and the department, ensuring clear and effective communication
- Coordinating Activities: Organising and overseeing daily tasks to ensure that catering and housekeeping operations run smoothly and meet the high standards of the hospice
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong Organisational Skills: Ability to create efficient schedules and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent Communication: Good written English, Confident in liaising with volunteers, staff, and management to ensure smooth operations, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the aptitude and ability to learn in the role
- Leadership Abilities: Experience in supervising or managing teams, with a supportive and motivational approach
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring that all tasks and schedules are completed accurately and to a high standard
- Previous Experience: Experience in volunteer coordination, administration, management or a similar role is preferred, but not essential
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Make a Real Impact: Your coordination will directly contribute to the well-being of patients and the efficiency of our departments
- Be Part of a Supportive Community: Join a team that values your contributions and is dedicated to making a difference
- Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in volunteer management and team coordination
Ready to Lead and Inspire?
If you’re organised, communicative, and excited to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to become the Volunteer Coordinator for Catering and Housekeeping at ellenor Hospice and help us deliver exceptional care and support to our community.
Please note to volunteer in the hospice applicants must be over the age of 18, have the right to volunteer in the UK and require a Standard DBS.
This is not a paid role.
Please complete your application on Charity Jobs or ellenor's website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.