Are you looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity, where you can help those affected by conflict?
About the Ukraine Appeal
The Ukraine Appeal is an MK-based Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).
Founded in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, they work to provide relief and assistance for the victims of the conflict by:
- Providing emergency relief, including medical assistance, provision of clean water, shelter and food, and other necessary supplies.
- Supporting displaced people, host communities, and refugees in neighbouring countries and in the UK.
- Supporting and delivering projects to help those affected by war rebuild their lives.
- Helping restore infrastructure in areas damaged as a result of the conflict.
The Ukraine Appeal are currently recruiting for the following roles:
Volunteer Copywriter
Hours: Flexible, approximately 3 hours per week
Location: Remote
Role Description
You’ll be researching and creating clear and engaging copy for a range of communication channels.
- To create engaging online content for a range of audiences
- Research and write blogs on topics related to the Ukraine Appeal
- Connect with local and national organisations and groups to establish opportunities for engaging co-produced digital content
Person Specification
- Writing experience, either through voluntary or paid work
- An understanding of the charitable sector
- An excellent standard of written English
- Good proof-reading skills
What you will gain from the role
- Experience in digital marketing
- Gaining skills in writing for the web
- Articles for your writing portfolio
Volunteer Fundraising Officer
Hours: Flexible
Location: Hybrid/Remote, occasional attendance of Milton Keynes’ events.
Role Description
You’ll be helping to raise funds for the Ukraine Appeal, through events and pursuing new partnerships.
- Researching and approaching new corporate partners and other donors
- Help create fundraising materials
- Contribute to the planning and deliver of fundraising events
- Attend networking events
- Develop funding proposals
Person Specification
- Keen to build networks
- A passionate advocate for refugees and displaced people
- Excellent communication skills
What you will gain from the role
- Experience of working in the charitable sector
- New networks and relationships
- Honed fundraising skills
Volunteer Social Media Officer
Hours: Flexible, 3-6 hours per week
Location: Remote
Role Description
You’ll be managing content for Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
- Producing content for the Ukraine Appeal’s social media feeds
- Creating engaging images and/or video to accompany social media posts
- Writing clear and compelling copy
- Promoting Ukraine Appeal events
- Monitoring Ukraine Appeal’s feeds, comments and inboxes
Person Specification
- Creative, with a good eye for for detail and design
- Excellent communicator
- Excellent standard of written English
What you will gain from the role
- Knowledge of digital tools such as Canva and Bit.ly
- Experience of Social Media Management
- Managing digital marketing campaigns
Volunteer Interpreters and Translators
Role Description
We are currently seeking volunteers with a good standard of verbal and written Ukrainian and English to help support Ukrainian refugees living in Milton Keynes.
The role will involve:
- Translating written materials remotely
- Attending sessions at Summerfield School, MK13 8PG
Get-to-know-you meetings for all roles will be held in the week commencing 20thand 27th Feb. Online.
If you’d like to find out more, please contact volunteering@communityactionmk.org
If your skills are not an exact match for the specifications, we’d still love to hear from you.
