Hub Volunteer

**Role Descriptor for Hub Volunteer (Manchester)**

We are seeking two dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as a Volunteer for Community Events. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact by attending and facilitating community events for LGBTQIA+ Muslim groups in Manchester.
- Assist the Community Trustee in researching and planning events for the hub in Manchester
- Communicate with members on our Discord channel to coordinate attendance and activities
- Liaise with speakers, performers, and workshop facilitators to ensure their needs are met and their contributions align with the goals and values of the community.
- Set up and take down meeting rooms including workshop materials, refreshments and other ops as required
- Engage with attendees, volunteers, and stakeholders during events to ensure a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
- Record attendance collect feedback and evaluate the success of each event, making recommendations for improvement.
- Assist workshop leaders and Trustees in delivering activities
- Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by the Trustees

Travel for this position is reimbursed up to the value of £20.

**How much commitment is required?**

We aim to be flexible around your schedule. However, this role requires monthly meetings (online and in-person) on evenings and weekdays. It also requires online meetings once a month to update trustees and attending any other meetings online/on-site as needed and based on availability. In addition this post requires you to:

- Aim to attend all other planning meetings as necessary
- Attend all Hidayah Hub events
- Attend other Hidayah events where geographically possible
- Add to and maintain the administration of our file-sharing system ‘Google Drive’ to ensure it’s up to date with clear records, templates and forms
- Contribute to the communications group (via Discord) and stay up to date with Hidayah developments
- Keep up to date with Hidayah communication and organisational developments

**What do we expect from a Volunteer?**

**Please note that you must agree with and fit the criteria below to be eligible to volunteer in this role**:
**Qualities**:

- Strong commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of LGBTQIA+ Muslim individuals.
- Knowledge or understanding of the specific challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ Muslims in Manchester.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the community.
- Previous experience in events or coordination is preferable but not mandatory.
- Join Hidayah Membership and Hidayah Discord server
- Participating and contributing to discussions on the Hidayah Discord server
- Read all Hidayah policies, keeping up to date with any changes
- Read, understand and agree with the constitution of Hidayah (available on our website)
- Working knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft, as well as project management, web and comms tools

**Personality**:

- A self-starter who can volunteer with mínimal supervision
- Friendliness, enthusiasm, dedication, responsiveness, flexibility and eagerness in supporting the aims, vision and mission of Hidayah

**Personal Skills**:

- Confidence taking the lead with plans and ideas at Trustee meetings
- Ability to resolving conflict situations if needed
- Professionalism in all situations

**What benefits do I get from this role?**

Volunteering with Hidayah brings a range of a benefits such as:

- Contributing to Hidayah’s cause
- Supporting vulnerable communities
- Connecting with like-minded, passionate people
- Experience working in community events
- Development of professional networking skills

**Job Type**: Volunteer

**Benefits**:

- Free or subsidised travel

Application question(s):

- Are you aware that Hidayah supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex and asexual Muslims?
- Are you aware that this role is voluntary and not paid?

Ability to Commute:

- Manchester, M13 9PL (required)

Work Location: In person