Volunteer and Activity Coordinator

Help volunteers thrive and bring people together. Join a welcoming community charity as a Volunteer & Activity Coordinator and create opportunities that make a difference across Preston’s diverse communities.

Volunteer & Activity Coordinator
Preston, PR1 6QH

• £25,012 per annum, pro rata
• Part time, 21 hours per week
• Fixed term for 12 months, with continuation subject to further funding

About our client

Our client is a registered charity supporting people of all ages, faiths, cultures and backgrounds across Preston.

They provide services and facilities that improve people’s life chances, with particular expertise in reaching communities who face barriers to mainstream support. They’re looking for a compassionate, organised coordinator to help volunteers feel valued and deliver activities that reflect the needs of the people they serve.

About the role

Reporting to the Business Manager, you’ll recruit, train and support volunteers while developing an inclusive programme of community activities. You’ll build relationships with residents, colleagues and partner organisations, helping people get involved and contribute their ideas.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Recruiting, training and supervising volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds
• Matching volunteers with suitable opportunities and ensuring they receive appropriate guidance
• Planning and managing activities that support participants’ social, mental, physical, emotional and intellectual needs
• Involving service users in designing and evaluating activities
• Promoting volunteering opportunities and projects, including through social media
• Maintaining accurate volunteer and activity records, monitoring outcomes and preparing reports
• Building links with external agencies and keeping referral and signposting information up to date
• Promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and confidentiality throughout your work

About you

You’ll bring a welcoming approach, strong organisational skills and a commitment to helping people participate in their community.

You will need:

• Experience working in a voluntary organisation or on community projects
• Experience coordinating volunteers or activities with a wide range of people
• The ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Strong organisation, time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to follow procedures
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and social media
• A patient, inclusive approach, understanding barriers to participation and sharing the charity’s values

A relevant qualification, experience using volunteer management systems, knowledge of safeguarding, or the ability to speak a community language alongside English would be advantageous.

Working with our client

This is an opportunity to support a charity rooted in its local community, helping volunteers develop and creating activities that bring people together.

Some evening and weekend work is required, with time off in lieu available. The role is based at a community centre in Preston, PR1 6QH.

Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and evidence of the right to work in the UK.

How to apply

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “Apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

Our client welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, faiths and communities and is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk.

Other skills and experience include: Volunteer Coordinator, Activities Coordinator, Community Engagement Officer, Volunteer Manager, Community Development Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Charity Project Coordinator, Volunteer Recruitment, Activity Planning, Stakeholder Engagement.