Social Media Volunteer Roles in Ayr, South Ayrshire Council

Drive Meaningful Change in Our Community – Join Our Flock as a Trustee!

Could you be the next Flamingo Chicks Trustee? We’re looking for passionate and committed individuals to join our Board and help bring worlds of wonder to disabled children!

This is your chance to be part of a co-supportive, collaborative group that empowers disabled children through dance whilst championing inclusion, and combating social isolation.

We’re especially interested in candidates with:

✨ Lived experience of disability or long-term health conditions

✨ Theatre, costume, or set design expertise

✨ Finance experience, particularly in charities or small organizations

✨ Property acquisition and management skills

✨ Operational HR experience for small organizations

✨ Social media proficiency

We believe in a two-way opportunity—while you contribute to the charity, you’ll also enhance your own skills, network and strategic thinking.

We’re recruiting multiple trustees, so we don’t expect to find one superhuman! You don’t need prior trustee experience; just bring your passion! Trustees are volunteer (unpaid) committee members who guide charities and shape their direction. It’s fulfilling and flexible!

This role fits easily alongside your home life and career, requiring just 20 hours per year, with meetings held online. We provide extensive support, accessible meetings, and a warm, welcoming environment.

PFP is a UK-based charity working in Africa and Asia since 2004, and this year we are celebrating our 20th anniversary. Our Mission is to work together with local people and filmmakers to produce, distribute and show local language educational films that give help and hope to vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. Our latest activities have primarily focused on Malawi, Sierra Leone and Kenya.

Every PFP film seeks to bring about positive change by engaging audiences with themes, characters and subjects that address important challenges facing themselves and their communities.

-  We commission, fund and manage film productions

-  We train and mentor local film makers

-  We partner with other organisations to produce media for their charitable objectives

-  We organise film distribution and viewings and promote digital engagement

-  We facilitate audience conversations to encourage deeper exploration of issues

-  We measure the impact of our films to ensure continued improvement

We produce a range of media from short documentaries and music videos to full-length feature dramas. Our work covers a wide range of subjects, including: health, disability and rights; social prejudice and stigma; agriculture; and environment and conservation.

See our Annual Reports on our website for more information on our work and recent activities.

Primary responsibilities

- Attend and contribute to quarterly Board meetings and work with the Trustees and Directors in advancing PFP’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

- Deliver and develop PFP’s communications strategy. This includes: working with our executive team to produce supporter newsletters and build our supporter network; developing our social media strategy, and supporting our Administrator in its implementation; and producing press releases.

- Maintain and develop our Wordpress website.

- Proactively seek fundraising opportunities.

- Contribute to the effective governance of PFP, including: ensuring PFP is accountable and carrying out its purpose for public benefit; ensuring compliance with the governing document and applicable law; and challenging the management of resources and ensuring financial stability.

- Act as an ambassador and public representative for PFP.

Key requirements

 - Strong communication skills

- Experience of designing and delivering a communications strategy

- Strong relationship skills and proven track record of cultivating positive relationships

- Commitment to PFP’s purpose and values

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 volunteer Social & Content Manager to join ADC.

 

Main purpose of job: Develop and implement our social media & content strategy in order to increase our online presence and drive engagement

Division: Operations

Department: Marketing & Communications

Position reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications

Who reports to this position: N/A

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Develop a content calendar across all social platforms ensuring a constant supply of relevant content (1 post per week on LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram – initially)

• Collate content for, prepare and publish the monthly volunteer newsletter through MailChimp

• Identify and engage with key social influencers to create beneficial relationships and strong networks and grow the ADC brand

• Perform social listening across all social platforms by monitoring and responding to relevant brand mentions and identifying opportunities for engaging in related topics/discussions

• Define social media KPIs, measure and optimize social media performance metrics, and develop enhanced reporting

• Develop and implement E2E fundraising campaigns

• Manage and oversee social media content

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Essential

 

• 3+ years of experience in social and content management

• Experience using MailChimp or similar software

• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms

• Experience of forming relationships with key influencers on social media

• Good understanding of SEO metrics and social media KPIs

• Ability to come up with creative content (text, image and video)

• Available to volunteer at least 7 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 of establishing online communities on social media

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase

• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

• Graphic design ability

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.

Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook. In this role you will be: • Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join. • Creating a warm and welcoming environment. • Supporting group conversations. • Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group. • Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate. What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. •  A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.

Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

• You must be at least 18 years old to apply

What skills and experience are needed?

• An understanding and interest in maximising the benefits of social media platforms. A willingness to learn about local services and activities to inform the community as appropriate. Interested in helping people get the information they need. Good communication skills.

Can you help run our social media accounts, particularly Facebook?

What you will be doing

• Planning, developing and sharing articles, news and stories from the group's activities and the RSPB.
• Drafting press releases in a casual and inspiring language, for local newspapers and other PR channels.
• Obtaining the correct permissions to share stories, names and photography.
• Communicate regularly with other members of the group, such as the Newsletter Editor, regarding timelines and upcoming updates and activities worth including.

Can you help us run our social media accounts?

What you will be doing

• Planning, developing and sharing articles, news and stories from the group's activities and the RSPB.
• Drafting press releases in a casual and inspiring language, for local newspapers and other PR channels.
• Obtaining the correct permissions to share stories, names and photography.
• Communicate regularly with other members of the group, such as the Newsletter Editor, regarding timelines and upcoming updates and activities worth including.

Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook. In this role you will be: • Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join. • Creating a warm and welcoming environment. • Supporting group conversations. • Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group. • Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate. What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. •  A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.

What skills and experience are needed?

• An understanding and interest in maximising the benefits of social media platforms. A willingness to learn about local services and activities to inform the community as appropriate. Interested in helping people get the information they need. Good communication skills.

Are you a web development enthusiast ready to make an impact? Join Children With Voices as a Volunteer Web Developer and use your skills to elevate our online presence. Your expertise will help create an engaging, user-friendly platform to connect with our audience and support our mission.

What You’ll Do:

• Website Development and Maintenance: Design, develop, and maintain our website, ensuring it’s visually appealing and aligns with our brand.
• Content Management: Update and manage website content, including text, images, and multimedia.
• Technical Support: Resolve technical issues to ensure the website functions well across devices and browsers.
• Collaboration: Work with our team to understand website needs and integrate feedback for improvements.
• Analytics and Reporting: Monitor website performance and use analytics to track engagement and suggest enhancements.

Skills We’re Looking For:

• Web Development Experience: Proven expertise in creating and maintaining websites.
• Web Design Knowledge: Strong understanding of web design principles.
• Technical Problem-Solving: Ability to efficiently troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Communication Skills: Effective collaboration with team members.
• Attention to Detail: Commitment to high-quality, consistent work.
• Analytics Familiarity: Knowledge of web analytics tools.

Ready to bring your web development skills to a meaningful cause? Apply now and help us build a better online presence!

Unleash Your Passion, Volunteer Online with IHF!

Make a difference from anywhere in the world: Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) and help us empower marginalized children and communities. We offer flexible online volunteering opportunities in four exciting divisions:

A. Human Resources (HR): Master essential HR skills while supporting our global team. Assist with applications, interviews, calendars, and more.

B. Finance: Gain valuable financial experience while managing funds responsibly. Help us track donations, process grants, and ensure financial stability.

C. Education & Administration: Make a lasting impact on children's lives. Develop curricula, mentor youth, and contribute to various educational projects.

D. Media & PR: Share our stories and amplify our impact. Use your talents in media, graphics, translation, or writing to connect with the world.

Benefits:

• Make a real difference: Contribute to a meaningful cause and change lives.

• Gain valuable skills: Enhance your knowledge and develop new abilities.

• Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.

• Flexible and rewarding: Volunteer from the comfort of your home on your own schedule.

  No matter your experience, you can make a contribution! We welcome individuals with various skills and levels of expertise.

  Ready to join us?

  Visit our website to learn more and apply.

  Together, let's create a brighter future for all!

Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook. In this role you will be: • Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join. • Creating a warm and welcoming environment. • Supporting group conversations. • Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group. • Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate. What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. •  A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.

What skills and experience are needed?

• An understanding and interest in maximising the benefits of social media platforms. A willingness to learn about local services and activities to inform the community as appropriate. Interested in helping people get the information they need. Good communication skills.

Join our amazing team and make a real difference to people living with sight loss. Help create a welcoming and safe environment for people to share their experiences, ask questions and support each other and connect with a local community in a group setting via Facebook. In this role you will be: • Managing group membership – authorising Requests to Join. • Creating a warm and welcoming environment. • Supporting group conversations. • Working with a Volunteer Moderator Team to create engaging content for the Group. • Ensuring House Rules are followed and content is appropriate. What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. •  A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.

Location

Region

• Wales

Home based

• This role is home based

Additional location information

• Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Ceredigion, Torfaen, Glamorgan, Newport, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Rhondda Cynon Taff

Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

• You must be at least 18 years old to apply

What skills and experience are needed?

• An understanding and interest in maximising the benefits of social media platforms. A willingness to learn about local services and activities to inform the community as appropriate. Interested in helping people get the information they need. Good communication skills.

DCF are a family-founded charity focusing on supporting children and young people's wellbeing. We provide youth groups, workshops and 121 support in schools and in the community. 

This is an exciting, key opportunity to develop our income generation, therefore supporting us to reach more young people.  

We are looking for someone to take the lead on planning events and managing donor relations.  There is flexibility in how the role could develop and we would value your expertise in how best to diversify our income and sustainability. 

We currently deliver services in two boroughs (Croydon and Merton) and have a 5 year plan to expand to four boroughs. The role would include: 

Work with the Fundraising Strategic Lead to develop a range of fundraising strategies
Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and partners to expand our donor base and increase fundraising opportunities.
Plan and execute various fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives.
Collaborate with the team to support creation of compelling fundraising materials, including solicitation letters, email campaigns, and social media posts.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising efforts, tracking key metrics and making necessary adjustments to improve results.
Maintain accurate records of donors, donations, and fundraising activities.

Now-u is a non-profit website and app, launched in July 2020 with a mission to inform, involve and inspire people to help tackle some of the world's most pressing environmental and social problems related to i) human rights and welfare, ii) protecting the world around us, and iii) preserving our species and the planet.

What we are looking for (team needs)

We are looking for a highly motivated Content Creator to play a leading role in creating all social media content for Now-U. Successful applicants will likely be passionate about all things digital and looking to use their skills to help rapidly grow an audience, build a strong brand and drive engagement with social and environmental causes.

We are looking for someone confident in creating appealing visual assets, drafting compelling copy and scheduling regular posts across social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube and TikTok. Professional experience in social media marketing as well as graphic design, video creation and / or copywriting is likely to be beneficial, but is not required. Familiarity with analytics tools in order to assess the success of posts and iterate future posting to improve engagement is also desirable. 

It will be a hands-on role working in a small volunteer team on a wide range of charitable campaigns and initiatives. Successful applicants will be comfortable working alone and/or in a team on projects, and willing to support the marketing team with a wider set of activities including developing team strategy and identifying new opportunities. 

We hope whoever joins in this role will become a core part of the marketing team and stay at now-u for at least 6 months, if not longer. If this volunteer role excites you, we look forward to hearing from you, with your CV and a cover letter or short message as to why you would be a great fit for this role

Your role

• Creating a social media calendar to coordinate posting with requirements across teams, the campaigns calendar, international celebration days etc.

• Creating visual assets and videos for social media posts

• Drafting the copy for social media posts

• Scheduling social media posts

• Analysing the effectiveness of posts and iterating our approach to improve engagement

• Interacting with other social media accounts to build our presence

• Working with the wider team to plan and execute campaigns and initiatives e.g., newsletters, joint marketing campaigns with partners etc.

Qualifications/experience needed

Essential

• Knowledge or experience with content creation

Desirable

• Working knowledge or familiarity with Gmail, Slack, MailChimp, Canva, Hubspot, social media scheduling programmes
• Copywriting experience
• Graphic design and/or video creation experience
• Experience in managing social channels

This is an opportunity to provide really important support to a new project that we hope could really make a positive difference in the world. You would also become part of a small friendly volunteer team who would love to work collaboratively on any other ideas you may have regarding the app.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Join our Board as a Trustee

We are looking to appoint two more trustees to the board of The Harmony Project this Autumn.

Our Trustees play a vital role in making sure that The Harmony Project achieves its core purpose of transforming education and putting sustainability and nature at the heart of learning. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that The Harmony Project has a clear strategy and that our delivery plan is in line with our vision.

We are keen to recruit individuals who have:

• A strong commitment to young people, education, a sustainable future for our planet in line with the vision of The Harmony Project.
• Professional experience and networks in any of the following areas:
  • Marketing, digital marketing, educational marketing, educational business development
  • Fundraising from Ultra High Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWI)
  • Corporate giving, corporate social responsibility, corporate fundraising
• A willingness to learn the ropes of charity trusteeship, if this might be the first time of serving on a charity Board
• Capacity to attend 3 Board meetings per year and 3 informal meetings per year.
   

About The Harmony Project

We are a small UK registered charity. We began life in 2019 within the charity the Sustainable Food Trust. We received our charitable status in November 2022 and became a fully separate charity on 1st April 2023.

We have a core team of 6 staff, and a team of freelance writers and designers. We have an annual turnover of c. £400k. Some of the team are based in Surrey, and others are based around the UK. We are a passionate, friendly and supportive team.

Our goal is to transform education by putting sustainability and nature at the heart of learning and to see the principles of Harmony woven into the education of all pupils, both in the UK and globally. Our enquiry-based approach to learning balances academic rigour with meaningful application to the world. We support schools in adopting this approach to learning through training, teaching and learning resources and events. We work to influence education policy at a strategic level through high level networks, and we promote our ethos through our marketing and social media channels.

To date our Board has had 4 members, and we are keen to grow to 6, to allow for natural cycles of change and to ensure the Board remains a healthy size. The initial term is 3 years with a further 3 years possible. 

We are passionate about education and are proud to be driving inclusion in our work. We’re totally committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation. For this role, we particularly encourage applications from people of colour and people with disabilities, as we are currently under-represented for both those protected characteristic within The Harmony Project generally and also at this level.

How to Apply

Please email Morwenna Lewis for the role description and information on how to apply.

Deadline to apply: Wednesday 16th October 2024

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th October and you would be invited to attend our next Board meeting in central London on the 6th November, as an opportunity to meet the whole Board.