Communications Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Liverpool

About Mast Cell Action

Mast Cell Action provides support for people living with MCAS, unites the MCAS community and creates a cohesive voice; to lobby for awareness, universally available diagnosis and the best possible care for those affected.

Mast Cell Action currently has 4 trustees plus a small but dedicated support team and our Director who will work closely with the successful candidate to strengthen our communications function. This is an exciting time for the charity, with unprecedented growth and an expanding team giving the right candidate unending potential to prove themselves and to shape the role.

We are a close-knit group, our internal behaviours are to be smart, strategic and ambitious, fun, collaborative and empowered. We work in collaboration both internally and externally and support each other to be the best that we can be and make the biggest possible difference to people affected by MCAS. If this sounds like a team you would like to be part of we would love to hear from you!

Role Overview

The Medical Lead Statistician will play a pivotal role in advancing Mast Cell Action's research initiatives. This volunteer position involves designing and analysing clinical studies, interpreting data, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance our understanding of MCAS.

Key Responsibilities

• Study Design and Methodology:
  • Collaborate with researchers to design robust clinical studies.
  • Develop and refine statistical methodologies to address research questions.
  • Ensure studies are designed with appropriate sample sizes and statistical power.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation:
  • Analyse clinical and experimental data using advanced statistical techniques.
  • Interpret results in the context of MCAS research and present findings to stakeholders.
  • Provide statistical expertise in the preparation of research manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Collaboration and Consultation:
  • Work closely with medical researchers, clinicians, and other stakeholders.
  • Offer statistical consultations to support various research projects within the Charity.
  • Participate in regular meetings with the Medical Engagement team to discuss ongoing projects and findings.
• Ethics and Compliance:
  • Ensure all research activities comply with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive research data.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education:
  • Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Extensive experience in statistical analysis within medical research.
  • Proven track record of designing and analysing clinical studies.
  • Experience with statistical software
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly.
  • Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and ethical considerations in medical research.
• Attributes:
  • Highly organised and detail-oriented.
  • Strong collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Commitment to the mission of Mast Cell Action and to advancing research in MCAS.

Benefits

• Contribute to meaningful research that can improve the lives of individuals with MCAS.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and clinicians in the field.
• Gain experience in a charitable Charity dedicated to medical research and advocacy.
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely.

Mast Cell Action is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this volunteer position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

Mobilise voluntary action and foster a vibrant volunteer network as Barawak’s Volunteer Engagement Vertical Lead. Develop and implement strategies that attract and retain passionate volunteers, aligning their efforts with our mission.
 

Welcome to Barawak

Barawak is the first UK-registered charitable organisation dedicated to uplifting and empowering the Afro-Hebrew community in the UK.  We understand the unique challenges faced by our community, and we are here to provide support, resources, and opportunities to help overcome these hurdles.

Our vision is to see our community thrive, free from the burdens of poverty and inequality. We're here to bring this vision to life by providing essential support and resources that uplift and empower every individual and family.

Our Purpose

At Barawak, our mission is clear: to address and alleviate the immediate and long-term challenges faced by our community. We're dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to the essentials – from food and toiletries to vital services. But our goals go beyond just meeting basic needs. We are also here to open doors to new opportunities through education and skill-building, helping our community members to stand tall and secure a better future for themselves and their families.

Our Commitment

At Barawak, we’re driven by four key goals to uplift our Afro-Hebrew community:

1. Alleviating Poverty: We’re here to give more than just immediate help. Our support includes essential items and help with basic needs, aimed at long-term financial stability for our community.
2. Empowering Through Education: Education and skills are keys to opening doors. We offer practical workshops and mentoring in financial smarts, job skills, and more, to spark economic opportunities.
3. Fostering Harmony and Diversity: We celebrate our rich Afro-Hebrew culture and encourage understanding across communities. Our work strengthens community bonds and enriches cultural events.
4. Promoting Health with Sports: Good health is vital. We offer sports and wellness activities that boost both body and mind, helping everyone feel part of something bigger.

In all we do, helping out, sticking together, and staying strong guide us. By the grace of our God, we're not just making today better — we're shaping a brighter, more hopeful community and future for us all.

Our Team

Currently, our team consists of dedicated trustees and advisors who are laying the groundwork for a robust volunteer organisation. We are in the process of expanding our team to include passionate, committed individuals who share our vision and are eager to make a real difference in the community.

Joining Our Cause

As a volunteer at Barawak, you'll be part of a meaningful journey to support and enrich the lives of those in our community. We value every contribution, and we provide a supportive environment where your skills and dedication can truly flourish. Whether you're leading a service or a vertical, assisting with operations or reporting, your role at Barawak is crucial to our collective success and your help will go a long way to helping us reach our strategic goals.

Understanding the Verticals at Barawak

Imagine Barawak as a living, thriving tree. Our verticals are like the main branches—each one strong and important, reaching out in its own direction but all connected to the same trunk, our community's mission. These four powerhouse teams each have a special job:

• The Fundraising and Financial Management vertical covers fundraising and money matters: This team is all about finding resources—like getting donations and grants—to keep our programmes strong and healthy.They will spend their time writing fantastic letters, sponsorship proposals and funding requests on behalf of Barawak as a whole, but also (supporting programme leads) to specific organisations for Barawak service lines.

• The Partnership Development and Collaboration vertical covers building bridges: They're the connectors, making friends with other groups, businesses, and everyone who can help us grow.

• The Volunteer Engagement vertical covers welcoming our helpers: This bunch is in charge of gathering our most valuable resource—people like you who want to volunteer and make a difference.

• The Marketing Outreach and Advocacy vertical covers spreading the word: They tell our story far and wide, making sure everyone knows what we're up to and how they can join in.

Each vertical team works in two distinct ways: the first way is for Barawak as a whole, and the second way is in support of each Barawak service, feeding our programmes, like roots bringing water and nutrients to the branches. Whether it's Poverty Relief, Education, Employment Support, Community Engagement or Sports and Wellness, these verticals give the support each programme needs to blossom and bear fruit. Working together, they make sure we're all pushing in the same direction—towards a future where our community stands tall and proud.

Introduction to the Volunteer Engagement vertical Lead role:

See all these Barawak Job Descriptions aimed at calling our community members and other dedicated individuals to voluntary action? This will be part of your role going forward! The Volunteer Engagement Lead at Barawak is central to harnessing the passion and skills of our community members, facilitating their contributions to our mission. This role entails strategising volunteer recruitment, ensuring effective onboarding, training and management of volunteers, and aligning volunteer efforts with the goals of Barawak's various service lines. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Volunteer Strategy and Recruitment:

• Develop a robust volunteer recruitment strategy that aligns with Barawak’s overall mission and the specific needs of its service lines.

• Actively promote volunteer opportunities, reaching out to community members and using various platforms to attract a diverse volunteer base.

2. Onboarding, Training and Development:

• Implement a comprehensive training programme for volunteers, ensuring they are well-prepared to support the initiatives of Barawak.

• Create materials and conduct training sessions that equip volunteers with the necessary knowledge and skills for their respective roles.

3. Support to Trustees:

• Work with trustees to understand volunteer requirements at the strategic level, and report on volunteer engagement activities and their impact.

• Provide trustees with insights into volunteer contributions towards Barawak’s objectives.

4. Programme-Specific Support:

• Collaborate with each programme lead to customise volunteer support according to the distinct demands and activities of their service lines.

• Ensure a smooth integration of volunteers into programme operations, matching volunteer skills with the tasks at hand.

5. Volunteer Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of volunteers, including scheduling, task assignment, and support.

• Foster a positive volunteer culture that encourages retention and recognises the valuable contributions of volunteers.

6. Evaluation and Feedback:

• Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the volunteer engagement strategy and the satisfaction of volunteers.

• Gather feedback from volunteers and programme leads to continuously improve the volunteer experience and the impact of their work.

7. Community Liaison:

• Act as the primary liaison between Barawak and its volunteers, cultivating a strong community connection.

• Organise community events and recognition programs to honor and thank volunteers for their dedication.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in volunteer coordination or community engagement.

• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with a talent for motivating and inspiring others.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

• A passion for community service and a deep understanding of the Afro-Hebrew community's culture and values.

As the Volunteer Engagement Lead, you will play a crucial role in powering Barawak’s initiatives, turning the goodwill of our community into action and impact.

Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.

Overview:

Join us in our mission to effectively communicate with the medical community, amplifying awareness and support for mast cell activation syndrome. As a Volunteer Communications Officer, you'll be instrumental in executing our communication strategy, ensuring consistent messaging and timely delivery across various channels.

Responsibilities:

Content Management: Utilise tools like Hootsuite to schedule and curate engaging content on our social media platforms, driving visibility and engagement.

Copywriting: Assist in crafting compelling copy for social platforms, aligning messaging with our organisation's mission and values. Assist in crafting our newsletter for health professionals.

Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to maintain messaging alignment and brand consistency across all communication channels.

Objectives:

Enhance Brand Visibility: Through strategic communication efforts, increase awareness and reach within the medical community, empowering more individuals affected by mast cell activation syndrome.

Maintain Messaging Consistency: Uphold our organisation's identity and values by ensuring consistent messaging and branding, fostering trust and connection with our audience.

Timely Communication: Contribute to the delivery of timely and accurate communications, keeping our audience informed and engaged.

Join Our Team:

If you're passionate about driving impactful change and possess strong communication and social media management skills, we invite you to join us as a Volunteer Communications Officer. Together, let's amplify our impact and support those impacted by mast cell diseases.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity with Mast Cell Action Charity.

Bats are amazing animals and an important part of our natural environment. There are 18 species of bat in the UK, all of which are protected by law because their numbers have decreased so dramatically. BCT operates a National Bat Helpline to provide almost 15,000 enquirers a year with easily accessible and accurate information, including getting injured bats to the care they need. The Helpline’s role in advising and supporting people who come into contact with bats is an important part of BCT’s work towards our vision of a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together.

About the role

As a volunteer you will answer calls from the public, providing advice on bat care calls and putting them in touch with local bat care volunteers where possible. We consistently receive feedback from volunteers to say that this role can be challenging at times, but with the support from the team, and the knowledge that they are helping bats and advising members of the public makes it such a rewarding role. Many enjoy it so much that they return to volunteer the next season! Volunteers took about 1,500 calls between September 2022 and May 2023.

You do not need to have prior experience in conservation to volunteer, anyone who is interested in helping bats is welcome to apply. Volunteering for the Helpline is a great way to get involved in conservation from the comfort of your home and during your spare time.  

Commitment

Returning winter volunteers (those who done a winter season with us in either 2023 or 2022) will be ready to start Bat Watches on Monday 16th September. New winter volunteers will be ready to start Bat Watches on Monday 7th October. We hope volunteers will sign up to Bat Watches until May 2024 and there is always the option to continue volunteering after May.

We hope that volunteers will be able to sign up to 3 Bat Watches per month between September – May. A Bat Watch is up to 3.5 hours (including 30mins break), please see below for Bat Watch times:

Weekdays - VBCH winter season operates In Office Hours only.

am:   9:30 – 13:00

pm: 13:00 – 16:30

All you need is:

• A computer/laptop with internet access (or a tablet, although a computer is preferable).
• A speaker/mic or headset to use with your computer, as phone calls will be received using an internet app on your device.
• A phone with reliable reception for contacting support staff where needed.

Skills and abilities

• Competent in using computers and entering data onto an online form.
• Accurate record-keeping.
• An interest in UK wildlife and conservation and/or animal welfare.
• Affective communication skills and ability to reassure members of the public during calls.
• Willingness to spend additional time reading training materials and keeping up to date with communications from the project coordinator.

Training and support

New winter volunteers must complete some introductory online training in their own time and attend one online training day on either:

· Thursday 12th September

· Wednesday 18th September

Training days will run between 10:30am and 2:30pm with breaks.

Returning winter volunteers (those who have done a winter season with us in 2022 or 2023), will receive a refresher training video instead. If you have done a winter season with us pre-2022, you will need to attend a full training day. Thank you!

All volunteers will receive a comprehensive manual and full support from BCT staff during their assigned bat watches and throughout the season. During the virtual training day, we will provide an induction explaining what we do and how volunteers fit within our organisation. We will also provide training to assist you to meet the standards we expect from volunteers. BCT will reimburse certain "out of pocket" expenses where required.

Benefits of volunteering with BCT

• Supporting and learning about the work of the leading NGO in the UK solely devoted to the conservation of bats
• Developing transferable skills that can help enhance your CV
• Developing confidence in speaking to members of the public
• Learning about opportunities to get involved in other aspects of bat conservation
• Learning more about bats
• Discounts to BCT training

How to sign up

To find out more and sign up, please click here. You will need to create a Better Impact account to sign up.

Further instructions on how to sign up are available on our website.

This is a voluntary position that supports the work of the Helpline services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role description does not form part of any contract of employment. We are unable to take applications from individuals under the age of 18. We welcome applications from a diverse range of applicants.

Start dates:

Returning winter volunteers, Monday 16th September

New winter volunteers, Monday 7th October

Deadlines:

Returning winter volunteers, Midnight 19th August 2024

New winter volunteers, Midnight 26th August 2024

Numberfit is a social enterprise that makes maths fun and engaging for children across all age groups. 

We're seeking a dynamic and versatile individual to join our team as a marketing specialist. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and executing integrated digital marketing, with a little PR, strategies to promote Numberfit's brand, products, and mission. You'll work closely with our team to craft compelling narratives, engage with our audience, and drive awareness and engagement across various online and offline channels.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive digital, traditional and guerrilla marketing and PR strategies to enhance Numberfit's brand presence and reach.

• Create engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, blogs, email newsletters, and website copy.

• Manage and grow Numberfit's social media channels, fostering community engagement and interaction.

• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, influencers, and key stakeholders to secure press coverage and partnerships.

• Monitor and analyse PR and digital marketing performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimise strategies and campaigns.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital marketing and PR.

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to join a small team dedicated to transforming education and empowering children, we'd love to hear from you!

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a remote-based volunteer Events Manager to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: Work with the Social Impact and wider Marketing team to develop and deliver a structured programme of events throughout the year with the objective to raise awareness about ADC's work to empower communities

Division: Operations

Department: Marketing & Communications

Position Reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set out how the individual events and programme as a whole will contribute to the empowerment of communities and work with the social impact team to set KPIs / tangible outcomes
   
• Responsible for the organisation and facilitation of events hosted by ADC that deliver on the organisational objectives and mirror ADC value
   
• Work with the wider marketing team to promote and advertise the events to the target audience, driving attendance and engagement
   
• Find and secure guest speakers who are subject matter experts in topics such as; WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene), civic advocacy and engagement, and the development and delivery of essential physical infrastructure, and work with them to deliver events and content that align with ADC’s objectives
   
• Solicit feedback from event attendees post-event and iterate future events format and content accordingly

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Expertise

Essential

• Experience in events coordination and management
   
• A knowledge and understanding of international development
   
• Exceptional networking skills
   
• Experience of setting KPI’s or monitoring and evaluation
   
• Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week
   
• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
   
• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment
   
• A committed team player with good communication skills.

Desirable
 

• Experience working with or in countries in East Africa
   
• Experience working in an early stage star-tup and gone through a scaling phase
   
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

What ADC Offers You:
 

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
   
• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
   
• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts
  of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
   
• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
   
• We provide work reference

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg

We are building a team of enthusiastic and personable community liaison volunteers to help us raise the profile of Mental Health Resource within the local community, strengthen relations with local companies and promote and gain support for the charity.

We need community liaison volunteers to provide an active presence at local community events on an ad hoc basis: talking to people to promote our services and encourage engagement with Mental Health Resource.  The sort of tasks that may be involved in the role are: preparing and serving refreshments; taking donations by cash and card; running activities, distributing leaflets and delivering promotional materials to local companies.

We are looking for volunteers with good interpersonal skills who are prepared to volunteer in a variety of settings, at various times.  We require volunteers to have a personal interest in mental health issues and a commitment to Mental Health Resource’s mission and values.  Please note that this role requires the use of a car to travel to events and transport promotional materials.

At Doorstep Library, we’re dedicated to bringing the magic of books and the joy of reading directly into the homes of children who need our support.

With 1 in 4 children in the UK leaving primary school unable to read or write properly, we recruit and train in-person and online volunteers to introduce children from under-resourced areas to the pleasure of reading.

What’s Involved?

As a Doorstep Library reading volunteer, you’ll visit the same families via Zoom every week with eBooks to share with the children and encourage their love of reading.

You will:

• Handpick eBooks from our online portals based on the children’s age, interests, and reading level
• Join families via Zoom with your volunteer partner for 20-minute reading sessions  
• Make notes after the session to keep track of how the child/ren are progressing

Our unique home-based approach allows our volunteers to build trusting relationships with families, helping them to connect with the community and equip them with the skills they need to succeed later in life.

When and Where?

You can be based anywhere in the UK to become a Doorstep Library online volunteer.

• Time commitment: One evening a week, or once every 3 weeks as a Stand-In Volunteer
• Hours per week: 2
• Days: Our projects run on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Skills/Experience Needed

• Be able to make a regular weekly commitment or once every 3 weeks for a Stand-In Volunteer during school term time
• Be compliant with our safeguarding procedures, complete an Enhanced DBS, Child Barred List check, and provide 2 references
• Enjoy spending time with children and believe in education for all
• Have comfortable fluency in English
• Be non-judgmental and respectful of a variety of lifestyles and children’s learning
• Have excellent communication skills – be able to listen to families and communicate effectively with Project Leaders (including via text/emails/calls with Doorstep Library staff)
• Be confident using technology – for connecting with families via Zoom and completing records
• Be organised – be able to multi-task in a multi-faceted role comprising of much more than solely reading to children
• Be reliable – always attending a pre-agreed session and giving plenty of notice in advance of absences
• Be friendly – to build good relationships with families, your volunteer partner and the rest of the team
• Be confident – to lead the session or mentor a new volunteer
• Be patient, persistent and flexible – tailoring your approach to each family’s needs

Doorstep Library is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and all those it comes into contact with. All volunteers undergo rigorous safer recruitment processes including specified interview questions, a DBS check, and the collection of written and/or verbal references.  Safeguarding training is a mandatory part of the induction process for all volunteers, and they are expected to always adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.  

Frequency: minimum 1 hour per week, for 2 months initially

Reports to: hub Lead Editor

Location: Based from home

• Do you want to gain experience working for a charity?
• Do you want to make a difference to patient safety?
• Do you have good writing and research skills?
• Are you confident with computers and enjoy tasks involving attention to detail?
• Are you an active user of social media?
• Do you have an interest in health and social care?

If so, we'd love to hear from you. Patient Safety Learning is looking for volunteers to give a minimum of 4 hours a month to source and upload content to the hub, our award-winning online platform to share learning for patient safety, and to help us with our Instagram account.
 

What you could be doing:

• Researching and sourcing relevant patient safety content.
• Uploading content to the hub, ensuring it follows our editorial guidelines.
• Moderating content submitted to the hub from external contributors.
• Uploading content to our Instagram account.
• Engaging those with an interest in patient safety through our Instagram account.
   

In return we will provide you with:

• Experience of working on an award-winning website.
• Ongoing support and training in moderating and uploading web content.
• Regular catch ups and keeping in touch webinars.
• The potential to learn new skills and broaden the scope of your involvement.
• The opportunity to help to shape the current discourse around patient safety in the UK.
• The opportunity to work with a small friendly team passionate about patient safety.

This role would suit someone who is looking to work in the patient safety area or to work for a charity, or someone looking for experience in digital communications or content management. You don’t necessarily need a clinical background, although if you have then that’s great. We welcome people from diverse backgrounds to apply. You will need your own computer.

If you are interested in volunteering some of your time, please email with your CV and a brief covering letter (250-500 words) saying why you would like to volunteer and how many hours a month you are able to commit. 

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

The role of the Spotlight YOPD Administrative Assistant is multifaceted and crucial for the efficient functioning of the charity. Here are the key responsibilities and qualities associated with this role:

1. Administrative Tasks:

   • Maintain workplace functions and handle administrative duties.
   • Support the Charity Secretary in ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
   • Report directly to the Charity Secretary and work closely with the Chief Executive Officer.

2. Specific Responsibilities:

   • Communications:
     • Monitor organisational emails and respond or forward as necessary.
     • Facilitate communication and coordination between the Executive team and the Board of Trustees.
   • Scheduling and Calendar Management:
     • Arrange meetings, appointments, and travel.
     • Maintain calendars for the Executive team.
   • Document Preparation:
     • Create and format documents (reports, presentations, etc.).
     • Proofread and edit materials.
   • Data Entry and Record Keeping:
     • Input data into databases or spreadsheets.
     • Maintain accurate records.
   • Volunteer Support:
     • Onboard new volunteers.
     • Manage volunteer files.
   • Financial Administration:
     • Process invoices and expenses.
   • Event Coordination:
     • Organise company events or meetings.

3. Qualities Required:

   • Organisational Skills:
     • Ability to manage schedules, files, and stay organised.
   • Communication Skills:
     • Clear communication with the Board, Executive team, and volunteers.
   • Time Management:
     • Prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
   • Attention to Detail:
     • Handle paperwork and data entry accurately.
   • Problem-Solving:
     • Be resourceful and find solutions.
   • Tech Proficiency:
     • Familiarity with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and basic troubleshooting skills.
   • Adaptability:
     • Handle unexpected situations and adapt to change.
   • Discretion:
     • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Can you spare a few hours a week to support members of the Colostomy UK Facebook Support group?

We are looking for volunteers who can help respond to queries from group members on our closed Facebook group during the evenings (Mon – Fri, 5 - 9pm) and at weekends (Sat & Sun, 9am - 9pm).

Members of the support group are generally very positive, encouraging and kind to each other. Generally, members want to help each other, and the group has a real sense of community. The group is for anyone with a stoma or who has genuine interest in supporting someone with a stoma. 

What will you do?

 

You will be logged in and respond to posts as Colostomy UK. We ask that you look at the group approximately once an hour during your shift and respond to posts as and when required. This may involve giving advice (never medical advice) or signposting back to our website.

You don’t need to respond immediately if you are unsure, however we do ask that you have a basic understanding of the group guidelines and alert the office team to any concerns. We ask that you delete any posts without delay that are obviously against the rules (we’ll tell you what those are during the training).

We have a weekly rota, and you can sign up for the time slots that work best for you. Shifts can be scheduled for the same day and time each week, or vary, as suits you.

How will we support you?

You will complete two hours of comprehensive training before getting started, so you are fully aware of what you need to do and when.

We’ll buddy you with an established volunteer who can support you in the initial few weeks.

You will be part of our WhatsApp group which includes other volunteers and the office team, so if you are ever unsure on how to help someone, others can help. Members of the WhatsApp group are happy to be contacted out of hours so very available if needed. 

What qualities and skills will you need?

 

• Great if you are an ostomate but you don’t have to be.
• Good writing skills and able to respond to messages in a timely manner via your device or PC.
• Correspond in a supportive and person specific manner with members of the group.
• Empathy with and enthusiasm for helping people.
• Good understanding of our charity and the support we offer.

Can you help out?We’d love to hear from you!

 

You will need to complete the relevant training for the role. You will be asked to complete an application form, DBS check, video interview and provide 2 satisfactory references.

An exciting opportunity to volunteer flexibly from home for Shout - a 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone in the UK who is struggling to cope. We are looking for empathetic volunteers to join our amazing online community. 

You’ll benefit from:
∙ Vocational development: develop digital mental health skills and experience recognised by universities and colleges and relevant to many professions
∙ Personal development: learn communication, active listening, problem solving skills and crisis management skills
∙ Supporting people who are struggling to cope: help those who have no-one
else to talk to and who really need ‘in the moment’ support
∙ Being part of a pioneering global community: connect with both UK and New Zealand volunteers via a digital hub

As a collection tin volunteer, you will play a vital role in supporting us to raise our profile and fundraise within your community.

You will look after the Magpas Air Ambulance collection tins within a designated area, replacing full tins and returning them to an agreed location. You can also help us by finding new locations in which to place tins. These collection tins are an important part of how we raise money, raising approximately £20,000 per year.

As a collection tin volunteer, you will be expected to:

• Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner
• Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance, having basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service
• Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge, ensuring it's visible at all times
• Travel to your collection tins (on two or four wheels). Where motorised vehicles are used, you must hold a full UK driving license, have a road-worthy vehicle with up-to-date road tax, MOT certificate (where applicable) and fully comprehensive insurance.
• Establish the regularity of required tin collections in your area, keep a log of your activities and feedback to the Supporter Care Officer
• Proactively replace full collection tins as needed and deliver them to an agreed location within one working day of collection
• Place new tins in locations within your area, ensuring they are accurately labelled with the location and organisation's name
• Inform the Supporter Care Officer of any new tins placed or any changes, helping us to ensure records are accurate and kept up to date
• Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents
• Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns

What to expect from us:

• Regular support and advice from our staff team
• Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy
• On-the-job training specific to your role
• Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas
• Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it
• The opportunity to meet like-minded people
• We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities



As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community, representing the work of a lifesaving team.

Level the Playing Field in Development

We work at the intersection between human rights, decolonisation and anti-racism in international development.

Systematic and ongoing neocolonialism, racism within the development sector.

There are a lot discussion around decolonisation and anti-racism in the international development sector. We are here to create practical change.

We work towards addressing and combating the challenges in these spaces by:

Moving beyond discussions to practical solutions Contributing to the reform of current discriminatory policy frameworks and practices in the sector Providing a safe platform for open and candid discussions Collective activism within the global community Changing narratives

We encourage volunteers to come with openness and no judgement. We love creativity and people who are willing to learn and use the skills they have for change.

Campaigning

• Role Description: Support with Campaign development, research and execution. Contribute to creative, innovative approaches to the campaign. Working with social media/admin to promote the campaign (including newsletter).
• Volunteer  2-3 hours per week for 3-4 weeks remotely.