Social Media Volunteer - Liverpool
Social Media Volunteer
The purpose of this role is to increase the online presence of Shelter in Liverpool, using social media platforms to promote our services and increase engagement with local and national campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer across diverse and friendly teams in our Merseyside Communities, getting the chance to put your creative stamp on the project and gaining valuable experience in online communications.
Suggested time commitment:2-3 hours per week, flexible hours to work around your schedule. Visits to our hub required on occasion, such as during induction, or to capture specific content. Online contact with supervisor weekly.
Location: Home / Liverpool
Supervised by: Pauline Cox - Regional Community Fundraiser
Why volunteer with Shelter?
A home is a fundamental human right, as vital as education or healthcare. But in Britain today, that right is denied to millions of people whose lives are blighted by homelessness, unsuitable housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. The time for change is now. Together with individuals, in communities and across society, we will lead the way for a safe home for all. But we need your help to do it.
Volunteers are essential to Shelter’s mission to end housing injustice. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. The insights and life experiences our volunteers bring to Shelter are valued as much as their contribution through volunteering.
We aim to provide our volunteers with a positive experience. This is by prioritising accessibility and tailoring the support we provide to the needs of the individual. We make sure our policies and processes are equitable, which means that no-one is unfairly disadvantaged while volunteering because of their background or identity.
Main Tasks can include:
- Actively promote Shelter through creating and scheduling engaging social media posts to increase online presence using Instagram and Facebook
- Liaising with a variety of teams across Shelter including campaigns, fundraising, services, and legal to promote national and local Shelter campaigns
- Identifying current news and issues affecting people locally around housing and benefits
- Helping develop social media communication plans for sharing information that can help and support the local community
- Exploring expansion of social media channels
- Create graphics using Canva
- Capture video and photos of our work, this may include during events
Skills and Experiences Required:
- Confident in using Canva
- Confident in using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel and PDF documents
- Competent use of various social media platforms
- Excellent communication skills
- A flexible and organised approach
- Creative
- Ability to write about relevant issues in an informed and non-bias manner
- Willingness to follow Shelter’s policies, including Volunteering, Safeguarding, Data Protection and Health & Safety
Induction, Learning and Development:
To enable you to take part in this opportunity, Shelter will:
- Provide you with a Volunteer Handbook and all Policies and Procedures
- Devise a volunteer plan, covering your support and development
- Provide learning on topics including Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Data Protection
- Provide an induction to the role and other relevant training
- Reimburse "out of pocket" expenses in line with Shelter's volunteer expenses policy
Benefits of Volunteering with Shelter
- Supporting Shelter in our fight against housing issues and homelessness
- Gain valuable work experience and enhance your CV
- Be part of a great team
- Build your confidence and develop transferable skills
Next steps
Please complete an online application for this role. After you have applied, we will hold an informal recruitment conversation to discuss the role further.
Please note, you will be asked to declare any unspent convictions and complete a Basic Criminal Record Check. Having a criminal record does not mean that you cannot volunteer with us. It may limit the different ways that you can get involved, but please contact us at volunteering@shelter.org.uk if you require more information.
This is a voluntary position that supports the work of our services and is not replacing the work of a paid member of staff. This role profile does not form part of any contract of employment.
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