Volunteer Management Support

Job Title: Volunteer Management Support

Job Location: Flexible in the UK

Salary: £24,136 - £25,101 Per Annum based on 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Management Support at the British Red Cross!

Are you ready to make a real difference in your community? Do you have a passion for helping others and a talent for bringing people together? The British Red Cross is looking for a dynamic and dedicated Volunteer Management Support to join our team and help us create a positive impact!

As a Volunteer Management Support, you will be at the heart of our volunteer program, ensuring our volunteers are empowered, engaged, and appreciated. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Volunteer Managers: Contribute to supporting, advising, and empowering volunteer managers across the organization to deliver a high-quality volunteer experience.
• Volunteer Support Line (VSL): Be part of a rota response for the Volunteer Support Line, offering practical and emotional support to all BRC volunteers. Respond to their questions or concerns about their volunteering tasks, provide a listening ear, and signpost to further help if necessary.
• Administrative Tasks: manage databases and handle other administrative duties with precision.
• Contribute to regular reporting on key volunteer management standards and other metrics, helping to identify areas for concern and other trends.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in volunteer management or a related field is a plus.
• Passion for the mission of the British Red Cross.
• Proficiency in using volunteer management software and tools.

Closing date for applications is 23:59hrs on Sunday 2nd March, with interviews to take place week commencing 10th March. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive we reserve the right to close this vacancy early so get your application in soon!

In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.