Volunteer Coordinator

MS Society; Camden Town; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization dedicated to health is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to support their fundraising team. In this senior role, you'll plan volunteer activities, recruit new volunteers, and improve community engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and relationship-building skills, along with a passion for making a difference. This position offers flexibility in working arrangements and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Paid leave for volunteering

Flexible working options

Generous sick pay entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Death in service scheme

Pension and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with and recruiting volunteers.
• Ability to build strong relationships with diverse communities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
• Creativity and enthusiasm in supporting the mission.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage volunteering opportunities.
• Recruit and onboard new volunteers.
• Create and deliver engaging volunteer campaigns.
• Support and maintain relationships with organizations.
• Monitor volunteer engagement and retention.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, CRM)

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about engaging communities and empowering volunteers? The MS Society is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to support our Community, Events & Retail Fundraising team. You\u2019ll play a key role in recruiting, supporting, and developing volunteers, helping us achieve our mission of improving the lives of people affected by multiple sclerosis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage volunteering opportunities across our income generating activities.
• Recruit and onboard new volunteers, ensuring an outstanding experience.
• Create and deliver engaging volunteer campaigns to grow our community.
• Support and maintain strong relationships with volunteer organisations and local partners.
• Monitor and improve volunteer engagement and retention to strengthen our impact.

Application Instructions

More information is available in the supporting documents. To apply, please submit the following: an updated CV; a supporting statement indicating how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the person specification in the attached job description. Save your Cover Letter, CV and Equal Opportunities form as one document and upload it to the site.

Equal Opportunities

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities or from ethnic minority backgrounds. Please download and complete the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. Disability Confident Employer: We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. You can request reasonable adjustments as part of recruitment and onboarding. If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also request the application materials in a different format or via email.

Employee Benefits

• Has experience working with and recruiting volunteers.
• Can build strong relationships with diverse communities.
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Is confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
• Is creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting the MS Society\u2019s work.
• 2 days paid leave per year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours.
• 2 days paid leave per year for volunteering with other charities during normal working hours.
• Smart working options, flexible working, and remote work opportunities.
• Generous sick pay entitlement and other leave options.
• Cycle to work scheme, death in service scheme, pension, and other lifestyle benefits.

About the Organisation

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign, fund groundbreaking research, and provide support and information. Our people are our greatest asset, and we offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you can make a difference.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services. We recognise our responsibility to protect vulnerable adults and children and have measures to prevent abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Right to Work

You must have the right to work in the UK. If offered employment, you will need to provide documents proving eligibility. The organisation does not currently sponsor visas.

Seniority

Senior level