Social Media and Website Volunteer

November 6, 2025

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Location: Spennymoor, Crook/Willington, Volunteering from Home, Durham CityBlind Life in Durham could not operate without our volunteers. Our volunteers allow us to provide social and sporting events to people with sight loss and severe sight loss. The charity has been running since 2004 and has around 20 volunteers whose input is vital. You would be joining the team as a volunteer who provides a vital service to our members at a variety of events throughout each month. You will also be welcome to participate in any of the events, if you choose, and opportunities for presenting new ideas which will benefit members and volunteers alike. The purpose of this role is to promote Blind Life in Durham via our social media pages and website.Responsibilities:<ol><li>Keep our social media pages up to date with information on what we are doing or have done and any other relevant information.</li><li>Respond to any messages on social media in a timely manner and pass them on to the charity’s administrator.</li><li>Keep the charity’s website up to date.</li><li>Promote the charity in a positive manner.</li><li>Work with the charity’s administrator to look at expanding our social media and website presence.</li></ol>Skills & Qualities:<ol><li>An enjoyment of using all forms of social media.</li><li>A positive approach to using social media and websites.</li><li>A positive attitude, team player, and willingness to assist people.</li><li>A good standard of communication.</li><li>A good timekeeper and ability to understand and follow instructions.</li><li>Flexibility in your approach.</li></ol>When & Where: Ad hoc/variable.Training and Support Offered:<ol><li>Blind Life Induction</li><li>Blind Life Volunteer Handbook with all the volunteer policies</li><li>Blind Awareness Training</li><li>First Aid</li><li>Basic Health & Safety</li><li>Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults</li></ol>Recognition of Quality Volunteer Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr

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