Volunteer Engagement Support

23 hours ago

London, United Kingdom British Red Cross Full time

**Job Title**:Volunteer Engagement Support**

**Job Location: London**

**Salary: £24,136 - £25,101 Per Annum based on 35 hours per week (Additional Inner London Weighting of £3,344 will be applied)**

**Contract Type: Permanent**

**Join Our Team as a Volunteer Engagement Support at the British Red Cross**

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have excellent communication skills and a knack for building relationships? The British Red Cross is looking for a dedicated Volunteer Engagement Support to join our team

As Volunteer Engagement Support, you will play a crucial role in supporting our volunteers, ensuring they have a positive and rewarding experience.

**What will this look like?**
- Creating a positive volunteering environment - one that informs, consults, fosters camaraderie, motivates and empowers volunteers to reach their full potential.
- You will be part of a rota response for the Volunteer Support Line (VSL). The line provides a listening ear for volunteers, be a safe space to share any issues or concerns, and signpost to further help if necessary.
- You will build strong relationships with our volunteers, understanding their needs, and providing ongoing support.
- Event Coordination: Organizing volunteer events and recognition activities to celebrate their contributions.
- Administrative Support: Managing volunteer records, updating databases, and handling general administrative tasks.

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent writing and editing copy skills to inform and inspire other
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in volunteer and event management
- Passion for the mission of the British Red Cross.

**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_.

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