Executive Support Volunteer

Avon and Somerset Police; Portishead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused police force in Portishead seeks an Executive Support Volunteer to assist with administrative tasks and event coordination. Your role will include chaperoning guests, managing events, and conducting internet research. This position offers flexible hours, providing a rewarding opportunity to support police operations while gaining valuable experience. Applicants should possess strong organisational and communication skills and a proactive mindset. Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses is available.

Benefits

Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses

Gain valuable experience

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented mindset required.
• Previous administration experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Chaperone guests at Police HQ and guide them through the site.
• Perform administrative tasks associated with event arrangements.
• Utilise internet-based research for sourcing items and services.
• Compose letters and emails to facilitate administrative tasks.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle sensitive information

Proactive mindset

Reliability

Administrative experience

Job description

Make a difference behind the scenes – support those who protect us all.

Are you organised, professional, and passionate about serving your community?

Do you hold excellent IT skills with a strong eye for detail?

Avon and Somerset Constabulary is seeking a dedicated Executive Support Volunteer to assist our leadership team with vital administrative and coordination tasks.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing administrative assistance, event coordination, and visitor support. Ideally, you will be able to offer at least six hours per week during the daytime on weekdays.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Chaperoning guests at Police HQ, serving as their initial point of contact, guiding them through the site, and ensuring a warm welcome.
• Performing administrative tasks associated with event and meeting arrangements, including attendee management, equipment organisation, and hospitality booking, as necessary.
• Utilising internet-based research to source items and services for ad hoc events, liaising with suppliers and external organisations, as needed.
• Composing letters, emails, and other correspondence to facilitate the above tasks.

What we are looking for:

• Strong Organisational and communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity
• Proactive, reliable and detailed oriented mindset
• Administration experience

Why Volunteer for us?

• Offers a rewarding opportunity to support the executive function at Avon and Somerset Police
• Gain valuable experience in event coordination, make a positive impact on visitors, and contribute to the success of local initiatives
• Be part of a dedicated team making a real impact
• Develop transferrable skills in a professional environment
• Gain valuable insight into Police operations and leadership
• Flexible hours to fit your schedule

Ready to support those who serve and protect? Apply today and become an essential part of our success!

As a Police Support Volunteer, Avon and Somerset Police will reimburse you for out-of-pocket expenses that you incur while volunteering for us.

Please note that we are unable to accept CVs as part of this recruitment process.

If you wish to discuss this role or application in further detail please contact us at [e-mail]

About us

Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset.

We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.

We are on a journey to become the most inclusive police force in the country.

Find out more about our benefits and culture.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.