Website Coordinator (Harlow)

Overview of opportunity

Alongside the RSPCA National website, each Branch has its own website which they run independently. In this volunteer post, you will play a vital role, as you would be responsible for updating and maintaining our website and helping to promote the activities of our animal welfare clinic to attract more support.

You'll be joining a team of 8 who carry out various tasks to help us run the clinic in providing support to local animal owners.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824, we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. Our vision has always been to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Stort Valley Branch

The Stort Valley Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

The main activity of our Branch is providing care to animals in need through our clinic and raising vital funds from our shops.

Volunteer Website Coordinator responsibilities

• Liaise with volunteers, trustees, and staff to generate appropriate information on the animals for rehoming, events, campaigns etc.
• Use the information to generate and update content for our website.
• Promote key animal welfare initiatives such as neutering or microchipping on the website.
• Liaise with key staff, including the Branch Partnership Manager and Regional press officer for advice and guidance.

What we are looking for in a volunteer Website Coordinator

• Experience of using content management systems for website updates.
• Excellent written communication and IT skills.
• An interest in animal welfare.
• Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment of 10 hours a week predominately on Monday – Thursday in the afternoon.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Website Coordinator

• You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
• Join a community that will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
• Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our Branch! For more information and to apply for an application form, please get in touch with us at admin@rspcastortvalley.org.uk.

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependant on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.