Volunteer Development Worker

3 days ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom cb-4edf-4176-a810-9a52d2060ec6 Full time

Role Purpose

The Volunteer Development Worker will play a key role in supporting the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers within the Starpic Project. This role ensures volunteers are effectively engaged, supported, and valued as part of the project's success.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment:

  • Promote volunteering opportunities through local networks, social media, and community events.
  • Assist in screening, interviewing, and onboarding new volunteers.

Volunteer Support & Training:

  • Develop and deliver induction sessions and training workshops.
  • Provide ongoing support and supervision to volunteers.
  • Match volunteers to suitable roles within the project.

Volunteer Retention & Recognition:

  • Create engagement strategies to maintain volunteer motivation.
  • Organize volunteer appreciation events and recognition initiatives.

Administration & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate volunteer records and databases.
  • Assist with monitoring and evaluation of volunteer contributions.
  • Contribute to reports and funding applications related to volunteer activity.

Community Engagement:

  • Represent the Starpic Project at community meetings and events.
  • Build partnerships with local organizations and volunteer networks.

Person Specification

Essential:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience in volunteer management, community development, or similar field.
  • Ability to motivate and support diverse groups of people.
  • Good organisational and administrative abilities.
  • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of the local community and voluntary sector.
  • Experience working on creative or youth-focused projects.
  • Basic understanding of safeguarding and data protection principles.

Salary

  • £29,250 (

pro rata

)

12 hour position is £9,360 paid annually 

Hours & Commitment

  • Flexible hours, approximately 12 hours per week
  • Some evening or weekend work may be required.

Benefits

  • Starpic workwear approvided
  • Opportunity to develop professional skills in community engagement and volunteer management.
  • Experience within a creative and supportive project environment.
  • Access to relevant training and professional development opportunities.
  • Statutory holiday entitlement (pro rata).
  • Opportunity to be part of the Starpic family and contribute to meaningful community work.

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