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Position Summary

Main Responsibilities:

• • To be the first point of contact for enquires in volunteering and events for post-holder’s local area.
• • To support, manage and supervise the recruitment of volunteers.
• • To equip head volunteers with the knowledge, motivation and understanding to carry out their role within the community on behalf of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.
• • To work closely with key volunteers and groups to maximise ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’ presence and work in the local community.
• • To support our flagship events in post-holder’s local area including Gaza Winter Walk, Ramadan activities and a range of outdoor and international events.
• • To organise and be responsible for local events in post-holder’s area in order to maximise ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ presence and raise funds for various projects.
• • To arrange and attend masjid collections and make announcements to the congregation in the masjid.
• • To build relationships with key groups and businesses in post-holder’s local area such as schools, scout groups and supermarkets.
• • Ensure that all practices of the work carried out is clearly planned, monitored and evaluated in.
• • Ad hoc duties as and when required (some out-of-• Ensure all activity is conducted within up-to-date policies including health and safety and data management.hours work may be expected).
• • To work closely with the Events and Volunteer Assistant Manager and the broader Fundraising team.
• • To undertake (/progress towards undertaking) all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner.
• • To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by line manager.
• • To promote and adhere to all ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’ Policies and Codes of Practices.
• • To demonstrate ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• • To support with other Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.
• • To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager
• • To promote and adhere to all ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices
• To be available to work weekends and some evenings for events, this will be available to claim back as TOIL.

Essential: Ideal Candidate will:

• • Right to work in the UK
• • Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.• DBS Certificate at suitable level / undertaking to cooperate to obtain a DBS Certificate at suitable level
• • Self-motivated
• • Approachable with great leadership skills and initiative
• • Excellent communication skills
• • Knowledge of database management
• • Be honest and willing to travel to meet with volunteers and work flexible hours.
• • Be proficient in IT, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• • Be adequately experienced in supporting advertising and executing successful events.
• • Possess suitable record keeping and administrative skills
• • Possess a flexible approach to tasks and responsibilities.
• Possess a high level of self-motivation and professionalism
• · Holds a valid UK driver’s license

Desirable:

• • Access to a car with business insurance.
• • Direct role experience
• • A basic understanding of Islamic values and Muslim practices.
• • Familiarity of UK Events and Volunteers department’s activities
• • Multilingual Skills
• · Degree level educated

How To Apply

Application is by CV and covering letter by email to hr@muslimhands.org.uk or by hard copy to our address.