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Volunteer Engagement Advisor


Job Location:

Watford - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (15 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Volunteer Engagement Advisor.

Salary:28000 per annum.

Location:Remote(Home based with occasionaltravel& overnight staysthroughout the UK).

Contract:Permanent 35 hours per week.

Benefits:

  • 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays pro rata with up to 5additional days for continuous service andoption to buy or sell leave.

  • Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.

  • Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages.

  • Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover.

  • Staff discountsand Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.

Why Action for Children

At Action for Children we believe every child and young person deserves a safe and happy childhood. Our volunteers play a vital role in helping us achieve that vision giving their timeskills and passion to support childrenfamilies and communities across the UK.

Were looking for a passionate and organisedVolunteer Engagement Advisor tosupport ourVolunteer Engagementwork. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships solving problems supportingcolleagues and championing the value of volunteering.

Youll help to create brighter futures by:

  • Provide expert advice and guidance on volunteer policiesprocedures and best practice.

  • Support colleagues in using Oracle and other systems for volunteer recruitment and management.

  • Maintainaccurate volunteer data and help produce reportsinsights and case studies.

  • Develop clear guidanceresources and standard operating procedures to support self-service.

  • Build strong relationships with volunteer coordinators and colleagues across the organisation.

  • Help deliver learning and development opportunities including supporting volunteer networks.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of volunteerexperiences andprocesses.

  • Support the organisations commitment to Investing in Volunteers accreditation.

Letstalk about you

Were looking for someone who is passionate about volunteering and understands the difference volunteers make.

You will bring:

  • Experience supporting volunteers and colleagues in a charity voluntary or not-for-profit environment.

  • Established customer service skills and organisational skills.

  • Experience of working with data management systems.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

  • Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels.

  • Experience delivering learningguidance or training to others.

  • A commitment to inclusion diversity and creating positive volunteer experiences.

  • A flexible proactive approach and the ability to adapt in a changing environment.

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements.

Contact: email us atquoting reference 13591.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.

Diversity equality andinclusion

AtActionforChildrenwerededicatedto building a diverseinclusive and authentic workplace.

Weactivelyencourageapplicationsfrom Black & Global Majority and disabled candidates as they areunder-representedwithinActionforChildren. We want to takedeliberateand purposefulactionto ensure equalopportunityto all groups in society and forActionforChildren.

Want toknow more about Action for Children

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Closing Date:Wednesday 2nd September 2026.

Interviews will be held via MS Teams weekcommencing 14th September 2026.

JOB DESCRIPTION

See below for further information about working with us:

Action for Children Employee Benefits




Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


About Company

We protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support. We campaign to bring lasting improvements to their lives

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