Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator

Carlisle, Cumbria (Hybrid)
£27,578 - £31,146 per year FTE
Part-time (3 days per week)
Permanent
Job description

Part time - 3 days - 8 weeks annual leave

£27,578 - £31,146 FTE

Hybrid and flexible working 

Travel across Cumbria

BENEFITS INCLUDE: Company sick pay, maternity/paternity support and carers leave, 4 % employer pension contribution,

Safety Net is a charity supporting the recovery of those affected by rape, exploitation, sexual and domestic abuse across Cumbria. 

We offer free advice, support, counselling, therapy and group work to adults, children and young people, who have been affected by abuse and trauma and provide trauma-informed care through a range of services designed to foster recovery and empowerment. 

We are looking for an experienced (minimum 2 years) and proactive Volunteer and Community Engagement Co-ordinator who can successfully grow and take ownership of our volunteer program.

You will be adept and motivated about working with and onboarding volunteers and at building relationships with other organisations, community groups, and networks to enhance the volunteer program's reach and impact, ensuring a high standard of support for our clients in our communities. 

Key outcomes of the role are:

  • Proactive oversight of recruitment, management, and support of volunteers across Cumbria. 

  • Effective organisation of volunteer-led activities such as craft groups and peer support sessions, ensuring activities align with our approach, representing us professionally and in an engaging manner in our communities. 

  • Successful coordination of volunteer training, databases, and supporting the Heads of Service by providing accurate and timely reports for funding bids.

You will have skill set and be adept at recruitment onboarding and support of a volunteer programme and volunteers and a great problem solver and people person. The role requires appropriately developed ICT and communication skills.

Closing date for applications: 9am Tuesday 10th December 2024

Interview to be held on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th December 2024 in person at our Carlisle Headquarters.

Application resources
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Safety Net (UK) View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 11 - 20
Posted on: 13 November 2024
Closing date: 10 December 2024 at 09:00
Tags: Volunteering Management, Engagement / Outreach

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