Community Engagement Volunteer (Norfolk)

ENGINEERINGUK; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated community as a Volunteer in Norfolk, where you will make a significant impact by engaging with local groups and promoting essential services. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in communication and networking while being part of a supportive community of over 1,500 volunteers. You will have the chance to attend various events and contribute to fundraising efforts, all while gaining valuable experience that can enhance your personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Environment

Training and Development Opportunities

Out-of-Pocket Expenses for Travel and Lunch

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and commit to volunteering for at least 3 hours per month.
• Complete a 3-day workbook and provide two satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver presentations to local groups to promote services.
• Attend local meetings and actively network for support.
• Support fundraising activities.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Networking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Community Engagement Volunteer (Norfolk)

View more categories View less categories Sector Charity and Not for Profit Contract Type Permanent Hours 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.
• Volunteering with Victim Support in Norfolk

County/Borough
Norfolk

Office location
5-6 Taverners Square Silver Road Norwich N43 4SY

Expected Number of Hours
3 or more hours per month

DBS required?
Standard

Police vetting required?
No

Closing Date
28/10/2025

Refno
6131

Documents

• Community Engagement Volunteer role description Norfolk.pdf
  (PDF, 174.49kb)

As a Volunteer in Norfolk 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.
• Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

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.

VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.

Want to find out more?

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact: [e-mail]
Download the role description below

Company

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We have been a Stonewall top 100 employer since 2010 and placed highly in our sector in addition to being recognised as a ‘Top Trans employer’. We have also been ranked #39 of 100 organisations by the National Centre for Diversity .

To find out more about what equality, diversity and inclusion means at Victim Support visit our dedicated equality, diversity and inclusion page where you can access our EDI policy, EDI strategy and information about our staff and volunteer EDI networks.

Each year we have around 300 job opportunities in England and Wales, in both frontline offices and supporting areas. In frontline jobs you work directly with victims, witnesses and volunteers. In supporting jobs, you work in areas such as bid writing, policy and research, fundraising, communications, information systems, human resources and finance.

Our people are motivated by team work, our values and our vision. We strive to deliver the best services to the community while you build your career with us. We offer a range of benefits , a flexible working environment, and opportunities for training and development.

If you have any questions about our current vacancies or would like to receive any of our documents in an alternative format, please email [e-mail] .

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