Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator

Job Title: Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator

Job Location: Flexible in the UK

Salary: £26,188 - £29,000 Per Annum based on 35 hours per week (Actual hours worked are 17.5 per week)

Contract Type: Permanent

Join Our Team as a Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator at the British Red Cross!

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? Do you have a passion for creating impactful volunteer experiences that inspire and engage people?

The British Red Cross is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator to join our team and help us make a positive impact!

As a Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator, you will be the driving force behind developing and managing a diverse range of volunteer opportunities that align with our mission and meet the needs of our community.

What does a day in the life of a Volunteering Opportunities Coordinator look like?

• Efficient Recruitment: Contribute to the efficient recruitment of volunteers across the organization, transforming processes to adapt to new volunteering models in support of the Volunteering Strategy.
• Embed continuous improvement mechanisms to ensure a high-quality volunteer and service manager experience, making us the charity of choice for volunteering.
• Designing Recruitment Plans: Contribute to designing recruitment plans and support relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Volunteer Support Line (VSL): Be part of a rota response for the Volunteer Support Line, offering practical and emotional support to all BRC volunteers. Respond to their questions or concerns about their volunteering tasks, provide a listening ear, and signpost to further help if necessary.
• Administrative Tasks: Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities, manage databases, and handle other administrative duties as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in volunteer coordination, program management, or a related field is a plus.
• Passion for the mission of the British Red Cross.
• Proficiency in using volunteer management software and tools.

Closing date for applications is 23:59hrs on Sunday 2nd March, with interviews to take place week commencing 10th March. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we reserve the right to close this vacancy early so get your application in soon!

In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.