Social Media Volunteer for Men in Sheds
OFFERED BY:
Age UK Nottingham & NottinghamshireLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Unit 4, Boundary Court Gilbert Way Burma Road Industrial Estate Blidworth, NG21 0RTHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
The Social Media Volunteer for Men in Sheds will create inspirational content for social media to raise the profile of the Men in Sheds and attract new members, generate new projects and commissions.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Department: Men in Sheds
Role Location: Either at the Men in Sheds Blidworth (Unit 4, Boundary Court, Gilbert Way, Burma Road Industrial Estate, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0RT) or the Men in Sheds at Worksop (Unit 2, Kilton Terrace, Kilton Road, Nottingham, S80 2DQ) and remotely.
Role Support: You will be supported by the Coordinator of the Men in Sheds
What is the purpose of this role?
To support the team at the Men in Sheds to create and upload inspirational content for Age UK Notts (AUNN) social media channels (Meta & Viva Engage etc) about the products made, and the sessions and services offered by the Men in Sheds at Blidworth & Worksop.
What impact does this role have?
Creating inspirational content for social media will raise the profile of the Men in Sheds and attract new members, generate new projects and commissions.
What activities might you be involved in?
• Creating and uploading inspirational content to AUNN social media channels
• Creating articles, stories, and information about the products and services offered by the Men in Sheds.
• Responding on behalf of the charity to questions raised on the Men in Sheds social media platforms
• Volunteering within the charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the volunteering code of conduct
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The needs of the role and your availability will be discussed at interview.
What training will you be given?
You will be given an induction to Men in Sheds and an opportunity to spend some time with key members of staff, volunteers and members to gain a full understanding of the sheds and the range of projects and items made at the sheds and any challenges currently faced.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
• Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
• Experience to add to your CV
• The opportunity to learn new skills
• The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in Age UK Notts’ volunteer handbook
Additional Information
Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
Role Location: Either at the Men in Sheds Blidworth (Unit 4, Boundary Court, Gilbert Way, Burma Road Industrial Estate, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0RT) or the Men in Sheds at Worksop (Unit 2, Kilton Terrace, Kilton Road, Nottingham, S80 2DQ) and remotely.
Role Support: You will be supported by the Coordinator of the Men in Sheds
What is the purpose of this role?
To support the team at the Men in Sheds to create and upload inspirational content for Age UK Notts (AUNN) social media channels (Meta & Viva Engage etc) about the products made, and the sessions and services offered by the Men in Sheds at Blidworth & Worksop.
What impact does this role have?
Creating inspirational content for social media will raise the profile of the Men in Sheds and attract new members, generate new projects and commissions.
What activities might you be involved in?
• Creating and uploading inspirational content to AUNN social media channels
• Creating articles, stories, and information about the products and services offered by the Men in Sheds.
• Responding on behalf of the charity to questions raised on the Men in Sheds social media platforms
• Volunteering within the charity’s policies and procedures and adhering to the volunteering code of conduct
When would you be needed to volunteer?
The needs of the role and your availability will be discussed at interview.
What training will you be given?
You will be given an induction to Men in Sheds and an opportunity to spend some time with key members of staff, volunteers and members to gain a full understanding of the sheds and the range of projects and items made at the sheds and any challenges currently faced.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
• Ongoing support, ensuring your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one
• Experience to add to your CV
• The opportunity to learn new skills
• The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in Age UK Notts’ volunteer handbook
Additional Information
Please note a Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring check) is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
What are we looking for?
Creative Individuals who aren’t afraid of a challenge
Individuals who are confident in creating stories and writing articles about products
Individuals who understand social media and how to use it to best effect
Individuals who know how to upload content to social media
Individuals who can share the good news stories that happen at Men in Sheds
Individuals who have a genuine interest in improving the lives of men & women over 50
Creative Individuals who aren’t afraid of a challenge
Individuals who are confident in creating stories and writing articles about products
Individuals who understand social media and how to use it to best effect
Individuals who know how to upload content to social media
Individuals who can share the good news stories that happen at Men in Sheds
Individuals who have a genuine interest in improving the lives of men & women over 50
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Aged 18 and over
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We aim to get back to volunteers within 2 weeks
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Application form, informal interview. DBS Check & References. An Induction is provided, & training specific to the role.
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? No
DBS Disclosure required? Yes