Organisation Name:
Age UK York
Organisation's Cause(s):
Older Adults
Location of voluntary activity:
Flexible - can be undertaken at any location, with some meetings at our York office.
When are volunteers needed: Flexible.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Marketing & Communications Support
Role description:
Role purpose
To promote the services that we offer at Age UK York so that the older people of York know who we are, what we do and how we can help. This is a flexible role and can be undertaken from anywhere, as long as you have access to good internet connection or mobile data and possession of a mobile phone, iPad, laptop or computer. This could be a positive and productive way of passing the time at home, in a cafe, or on public transport for example. This makes the role inclusive and accessible for all. With your help we can reduce social isolation and loneliness.
Tasks and activities
• Become familiar with our Age UK York’s services.
• Follow our social media platforms to think of ways to raise Age UK York’s profile and show the positive impact that we have on the older people of York.
• Advocate for the older people of York.
• Support our social media platforms.
• Reach service users, carers and professionals working with other AUKY staff to achieve this.
• Include ‘How To’ videos enabling independence.
• Provide York specific information to target the residents of York.
• Work alongside the AUKY feedback volunteers, to gather and collate content.
• Visit service users (older people) and with consent capture new footage in the form of photos, videos, quotes, statements for example, to post on the Age UK York social media platforms.
• Create posters to post on our social media platforms of any upcoming events that Age UK York will be involved in.
• Create social media content following the brand guidelines.
• Track the effectiveness of the social media posts and think of new ways of promoting the charity online.
• Talk to service users, staff and other volunteers about their experiences in order to create storytelling content.
• Follow consent and confidentiality policies.
• Work with the marketing staff to gather ideas for new content.
• Liaise with the marketing team on responses to comments and messages.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Personal qualities and experience
Social media volunteers will be friendly, approachable and tech-savvy. They will respect views, values and cultures that are different to their own. Strong IT skills are a necessity alongside a good knowledge and practical experience of using social media platforms, such as Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. Good written skills, accuracy and attention to detail are essential attributes.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
In return, as an Age UK York Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to:
• Be part of a friendly team and supported in your role.
• Promote the work of Age UK York and reach a wider audience in the city.
• Access training and development, as appropriate.
How to get involved:
Please complete an application form, available on our website.
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/york/get-involved/volunteer/
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 26-09-2027