Communications & Volunteer Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate communications professional to join a well-established not-for-profit organisation. As Communications Coordinator, you'll manage the media presence, support campaigns, promote events, and help grow membership and funding. You'll also coordinate volunteers working closely with the Events and Engagement Coordinator.

Communications Coordinator Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Lead and manage communications across website, social media, print, and campaigns to increase membership, promote events, and support fundraising.
• Create engaging multimedia content with members and staff, including newsletters, blogs, videos, and social media posts, aligned with the charity's brand and values.
• Coordinate the volunteer programme, including recruiting, inducting, and supporting both volunteers and beneficiaries.
• Promote the volunteer programme through community outreach, events, and partnerships to attract referrals and increase awareness.
• Support delivery of major events and social activities, including some evening and weekend work.
• Monitor and report on impact, maintain accurate records, and contribute to the production of the Annual Report and ongoing evaluation of projects.

Communications Coordinator Benefits

This an opportunity to work for purpose driven organisation, working in a supportive and friendly team. Other benefits include:

• Staff pension scheme
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and additional leave entitlement
• Flexible working, working from home & Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
• Health care plan
• Life Assurance
• Weekly office fruit basket
• Free parking spaces
• Business mileage paid

The Company

Our client is a local and well-established not-for-profit organisation

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support at events and annual trips.

Communications Coordinator Essentials

• Proven experience in marketing and communications, including creating engaging content for websites, social media, fundraising materials, and local press
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear, creative, and audience-appropriate copy across multiple platforms
• Demonstrated commitment to empowering people and community support
• Experience in coordinating and recruiting volunteers, or equivalent transferable experience from a related field
• A positive, proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail, patience, and the flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of beneficiaries

Location

This is a hybrid-working role based in Oxford, with free onsite parking available.

Action

If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We aim to respond to all applications within 48 hours.

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