Community Engagement Volunteer

2 weeks ago

Ipswich, United Kingdom Victim Support Full time

Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a VS Community Engagement Volunteer, you will help us reach more victims of crime.

Why volunteer with us?
- Make a difference - you will use your local knowledge to share what we do and how we can help.
- Gain skills and experience - you will learn the skills to effectively present and engage.
- Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
- Beyond your role - attend one or our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

**County/Borough**
- Suffolk

**Office location**
- Room 309 Suffolk Enterprise Centre, Felaw Maltings, 44 Felaw Street, Ipswich IP2 8SJ

**Expected Number of Hours**
- 3 or more hours per month

**DBS required?**
- Standard

**Police vetting required?**
- No

**Closing Date**
- 28/10/2025

**Refno**
- 6132

Volunteering with Victim Support in Suffolk

As a Volunteer in Suffolk your role will include:

- Helping or delivering presentations and talks to local groups and individuals to promote our services and the different ways that people can support our cause and receive support.
- Attending local group meetings and events.
- Actively networking through personal connections or local opportunities.
- Talking to potential volunteers about how they can get involved.
- Support our fundraising activities

What we ask of you?

In order to join us as a Community Engagement Volunteer, you must:

- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per month, for at least 3 months.
- Complete a 3-day workbook.
- Undertake an enhanced DBS check where required
- Be able to provide two satisfactory references.

Expenses

All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.
Diversity Matters

VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

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