Volunteer Communication and Learning Officer

Macular Society; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity for eye health seeks a creative and organised individual to lead communications and learning for its volunteer network. Responsibilities include developing engaging content, coordinating newsletters, and supporting training delivery to ensure volunteers feel informed and connected. The role offers flexible working options, including home-based or hybrid arrangements, and a great working culture with additional benefits like generous annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Flexible working options

6% pension contribution

Ability to buy or sell annual leave

Supportive family policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing engaging content for various audiences.
• Ability to coordinate newsletters and training resources effectively.
• Keen eye for detail to ensure high-quality communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead on communications and learning for the volunteer network.
• Develop engaging content and coordinate volunteer newsletters.
• Support the delivery of training and learning resources.

Skills

Creative thinking

Organisational skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Attention to detail

Collaborative approach

Job description

Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support.

We’re seeking a creative and organised individual to lead on communications and learning for our volunteer network. You’ll be responsible for developing engaging content, coordinating volunteer newsletters, and supporting the delivery of training and learning resources across a wide range of roles. This role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a collaborative approach to ensure volunteers feel informed, supported, and connected. If you feel you have the attributes above, we would love to hear from you.

In return, we provide a great working culture and offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and a 6% pension contribution.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

This is a UK-wide role and can be home-based from anywhere in the UK. Some travel will be required, including occasional visits to our office in Andover, Hampshire. Office-based or hybrid working is also available for those living within commuting distance of Andover.