Volunteer eBay Lister (Remote or Head Office)

Location:        Head Office, Jones Court, Cardiff  and/or Home Based

Why am I needed?

Are you passionate about pre-loved clothing, and want to make a difference ?

At Tenovus Cancer Care we receive many donated goods and no matter how big or small, these help us raise funds to continue to provide essential care and support for cancer patients and their families, wherever and whenever they need us most. We’re looking for some creative and resourceful volunteers to help us market some of the amazing donated stock that we receive. From vintage clothes, vinyl and retro toys to furniture and antiques, by through increased digital selling platforms, you will be able to help us reach a much wider audience to raise funds, to keep our services going. And with your help, we’ll be able to list even more items for the right price and support even more people affected by cancer when and where they need us most.

 

What will I be doing?

 

     Writing descriptions about stock and listing items on our online selling sites[SB1] [SB2]  by working from photographs

     Researching items online to ensure the optimum listing

     Enhancing photos using Ebay image tools and maximising listing impact

     Writing optimised listings and all relevant product attributes

     Supporting with the Online Trading Assistant and Retail Team.

 

What skills do I need?

 

     Awareness and experience of using eBay or other online selling sites

     Good computer skills such as using shared files and excellent attention to detail[SB3] 

     An enthusiasm for the work of Tenovus Cancer Care

     Strong written and communication skills

     No experience is needed as full training is provided

     An interest in online selling and reuse / recycle

      This role would suit a proactive and outgoing person who enjoys a variety of tasks and would like to be part of a growing team[SB4] 

      Real eye for detail and a good understanding of women's clothing and how to accurately describe it.

 

How much time do I need to commit?

Ideally, you’ll be able to commit to giving a minimum of 4 hours / half a day per week. This role is flexible and hours are available to fit around you – please note on your application how much time you can give.

 

What support will I be given?

     Advice, support and guidance from the Online Trading Assistant

     All necessary training to carry out this role

     Continuous support from the rest of our Team.

 

What benefits can I expect?

     Travel / Lunch expenses in line with Organisational Policy[SB5]  (if working from Office)

     The opportunity to applied for internal roles within Tenovus Cancer Care

     Access to a range of courses on our eLearning system & ebay academy (learning programme)

     Gaining skills highly desirable in the digital selling industry

     The chance to meet new people that share the same interests and work ethic

     Most importantly, you will gain the invaluable experience of assisting the leading cancer charity in Wales.

 

Where will I be based?

This role can either be completed from our Head Office at Tenovus Cancer Care, 1st Floor Jones Court, Womanby Street ,Cardiff or at home. 

If you are based at home, you will need to have access to a laptop or computer.

By working from photographs

Writing optimised listings and all relevant product attributes

Including being comfortable with the use of shared files

Real eye for detail and a good understanding of women's clothing and how to accurately describe it.

(if working away from home - will need to have access to a laptop or computer)