Volunteer Support Officer

at Drum Happy CIC

Role Description

Drum Happy CIC is a community-focused organisation that brings people together through the joy of drumming. We run inclusive and engaging drumming sessions to promote wellbeing, creativity, and social connection. Our work relies on the support of volunteers who help us manage and expand our activities.

At Drum Happy we are looking for volunteers to help support us in several areas which are listed below. We appreciate that individuals may want to focus on a specific area or help more broadly with several of the below areas. We would ask that if you are interested you reach out to us to discuss further.
1. Administration Management:
a. Assist with general administrative tasks such as responding to emails and updating documents.
b. Support with scheduling.

2. Logistics & Session Coordination:
a. Plan and organise the transport of drums and equipment to different locations.
b. Assist with booking venues and ensuring all necessary resources are available.
c. Help manage participant registrations and session planning.

3. Fundraising & Grant Applications:
a. Research potential funding opportunities and assist in writing grant applications.
b. Support with sponsorship and donor outreach.

4. Social Media & Outreach:
a. Assist in creating and scheduling content for social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter).
b. Design posters, leaflets, and promotional materials (including gathering images/videos from sessions).
c. Engage with the community online and respond to inquiries.

5. Volunteer Coordination:
a. Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and supporting volunteers.
b. Help coordinate volunteer rotas and activity planning.
c. Ensure volunteers are informed, motivated, and have the resources they need.

Type of Activity: Ongoing, Suitable for individuals to apply, In person volunteering, Virtual volunteering

Suitability: Suitable for 16 and 17 year olds, Suitable for 18 year olds and over

Time commitment

From 4 hours per week (this is flexible, and we would ask you to discuss your availability with us).

Availability: Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Monday Evening, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday Morning, Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Thursday Evening, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Saturday Afternoon, Saturday Evening, Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon, Sunday Evening
Is this role available at multiple locations? Yes
Role Location: Working from home remotely with potential visits to Drum Happy Sessions.
Ward: Boroughwide

Benefit to the volunteer

· The opportunity to be part of a vibrant community project.
· Hands-on experience in multiple aspects of non-profit operations.
· A chance to develop administrative, logistics, fundraising, marketing, and volunteer management skills.
· References and support for career development.

You will receive

Induction and training, Regular support supervision, Volunteer policy

Volunteers are asked to complete or provide: Reference(s), Informal discussion (may include an interview)
Activities: Administration, Business, Management and Research, Digital/IT support, Event and Stewarding, Fundraising, Marketing, PR and Media, Volunteer Management
Skills: Admin, Basic IT, Bookkeeping and Finance, Good IT Skills, Managing People, Other (please specify), These skills will vary depending on the activities you are willing to do as a Support Volunteer.
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