Volunteer Support Manager

THE MARINE SOCIETY AND SEA CADETS; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant charity organization is seeking a Volunteer Support Manager to lead the Volunteer Support Team and enhance the volunteer experience. This full-time role involves managing systems that facilitate volunteer engagement and ensuring adherence to best practices. You will work within a unique environment aimed at delivering life-changing opportunities to young people, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. The position is hybrid, allowing for both office and remote work, with a competitive salary up to £42,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing volunteers and volunteer programs.
• Strong skills in team dynamics and leadership.
• Ability to develop efficient systems for volunteer support.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Volunteer Support Team for effective support.
• Develop and maintain volunteering systems to enhance efficiency.
• Champion best practices in volunteer management.

Skills

Volunteer management

Team leadership

Effective communication

Education

Relevant degree or experience in charity management

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Volunteer Support Manager

Location: MSSC NSC, 200B Lambeth Road, London, SE1 7JY (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £40,000 to £42,000 gross per annum, depending on experience

Job type: Full time, permanent

Closing Date: 8 February 2026

Assessment Day: 16 February 2026

Are you looking for a new opportunity supporting volunteers to give their best?

The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.

About the role

We seek a Volunteer Support Manager to join the Young People, Volunteer and Business Support Directorate. This key role focuses on supporting the charity's volunteering strategy and championing best practice.

You will manage the Volunteer Support Team and develop/maintain efficient volunteering systems. This is an exciting t...