CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING EVENTS LEADER

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Corporate Volunteering Events Leader to spearhead river clean-up initiatives in London. This role involves planning and executing engaging events for corporate volunteer groups, ensuring safety and motivation while making a positive environmental impact. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing logistics and inspiring volunteers. Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing community engagement and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead meaningful projects that contribute to the well-being of local waterways and ecosystems.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing volunteer events.
• Strong organizational skills for planning and executing events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead river clean-up and restoration events for corporate volunteers.
• Engage and motivate volunteers while ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Coordinate logistics and manage equipment for events.

Skills

Event Planning

Volunteer Management

Risk Assessment

Logistics Coordination

Communication Skills

Job description

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CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING EVENTS LEADER, London

Client: Thames21

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1e213e186b93

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING EVENTS LEADER

Salary: £28,500 – £30,000 (0.8FTE) for 4 days a week (variable days)

Contract length: 0.8 FTE for 12 months, with potential extension

Location: On-site at outdoor locations around London, Thames21 offices at Guildhall and Bow, and at Thames21 offices/stores at Bow, Brent, and Greenwich; occasional work from home.

Report to: Head of Fundraising

Liaison with: Corporate Volunteering Officer, Thames Programmes Manager, Thames21 Event Support Staff and Contractors, and occasionally Thames21 Project Officers, local authorities, Port of London Authority.

Purpose of the job

To plan, prepare, lead, and deliver river clean-up and restoration events (one half-day and one full-day or two half-day events weekly) for corporate volunteer groups, including planning, pre-event visits, risk assessments, leading the event, briefing, motivating volunteers, equipment management, setup, cleanup, and maintenance.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Plan and lead river clean-up and restoration events, including logistics and equipment management.
• Complete and submit relevant booking forms (PLA, Canal & Rivers Trust, Leaside Canoes).
• Engage and motivate volunteers, ensuring safety, and collect content for Thames21 communications.
• Brief volunteers on activities such as clean-ups, vegetation management, planting, and other environmental tasks.
• Explain Thames21’s aims and the impact of activities, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and thank volunteers post-event.
• Coordinate with the Corporate Volunteering Officer on group needs and event details, communicate logistics, and maintain records.
• Fill in for the Corporate Volunteering Officer if needed, ensuring staffing and event delivery.
• Supervise Event Support Contractors, generate risk assessments, conduct site visits, and manage equipment and vehicles.

This description covers key duties but may include additional responsibilities as needed by Thames21. Please see the attached detailed job description CVEL0124JD.