Volunteer Role: Administrative Assistant
A New Opportunity: Administrative Assistant at a UK-wide Charity
A UK-wide charity is seeking an Administrative Assistant to join their team. This role offers a unique chance to make a difference in the lives of many, as you will provide essential support to volunteering initiatives across the UK.
Job Description
As an Administrative Assistant, you will manage daily administrative tasks, coordinate the volunteer journey process, and provide administrative support. Your duties will include handling inbound calls, performing accurate data entry, and maintaining records/databases. Additionally, you will assist with planning and organizing community and charity events, support fundraising and philanthropic initiatives, and reception duties.
The role also involves drafting and managing documentation such as donation acknowledgments and internal guides. You may occasionally support specific program operations or serve senior staff as a personal assistant. The use of software tools relevant to nonprofit operations, such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Raiser's Edge, is expected.
Requirements
Ideal candidates will have proven experience in administrative or clerical roles, strong organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace. Familiarity with basic office equipment and phone systems is essential. For some roles, bilingual skills may be an advantage. A college education may be required or preferred, and the ability to adapt and willingness to learn new skills is a must.
Benefits
The charity offers a competitive salary, with hourly pay rates typically ranging from about £16 to £20, depending on location and the charity. Other benefits include a Group Personal Pension scheme with matching contributions, bike, computer, and season ticket loans, discount benefits, London Weighting Allowance, and death in service benefit.
The charity also supports employee wellness with 28 days leave, staff volunteer days, a 24/7 support service, and cycle to work schemes. The position offers true hybrid working, with a mix of working from home and occasional travel to UK office hubs.
Working for a Diverse and Inclusive Charity
The charity values an inclusive community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers. They are committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion, and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. They welcome applications from all parts of the community, particularly from under-represented groups.
Application Process
Interested candidates should download the role description and submit their application by 23:59 on 28 August 2025. Interviews will take place via MS Teams on the 8th or 9th of September 2025. For more information, please contact the charity's recruitment team.
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This role offers a chance for career development through administrative and self-development, as you will manage daily tasks and support various charity initiatives while learning new skills. The job search for an Administrative Assistant position at this UK-wide charity also presents an opportunity to gain experience with job-search due to its comprehensive application process.
