Sponsorship Operations Volunteer

Sponsorship Operations Volunteer

Location: Office-based, Old Street, London

Salary: This is an unpaid position

Hours: Minimum of 10 hours across two days

Department: Supporter Engagement and Operations

Job Type: Voluntary hours

Contract Type: Volunteer

Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future. We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal.

Are you a positive and motivated team player with a high level of attention to detail and excellent communication skills? Are you looking for a highly rewarding and heartwarming volunteer opportunity?

Look no further, the Sponsorship Operations Volunteer role may be perfect for you! Plan International UK is looking for organised and focus-driven individuals to join our Sponsorship Operations Team.

Volunteers are the heart of the Sponsorship Operations Team. As a team, we provide a high level of service to sponsors and enhance their experience throughout the sponsorship cycle - the role of Sponsorship Operations Volunteer is crucial for achieving these goals.

As a volunteer, you’ll support with the facilitation of child sponsorship and will gain valuable knowledge of the work of Plan International UK and projects around the world, as well as gain experience of working in an office environment and as part of a team.

We ask our volunteers to dedicate a minimum of 24 days of volunteering across 3-6 months. The role is office-based, and a laptop is provided. Our usual volunteering hours are Monday to Friday 10am-4pm (including an hour lunch). Whilst this role is unpaid, we pay out of pocket expenses of up to £7.00 for lunch and up to £22.60 for travel per day when you are volunteering with us in the office.

Whether you are looking to gain experience in the charity sector, contribute your time to benefit children across the world, or join a team of incredible volunteers, we would love to hear from you.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 21 July 2024

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 31 July 2024 in our London office

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous volunteer recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to volunteer with us. Accordingly, appointment to all our volunteer opportunities is subject to a range of vetting checks and for this role this will include a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.

Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Benefits: We will reimburse travel and lunch expenses. Please see task description for more information

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