Volunteer Co-Ordinator

The Cut Visitor Centre, 193 Abbey Foregate

, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6AH

Support our team of 300+ vibrant, passionate volunteers who play a vital role in our mission to save wild places, protect wildlife, campaign for nature’s recovery, and connect people with nature.

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Volunteer Co-Ordinator to support, inspire and empower our volunteers, branches, and affiliated groups to take action for nature. This role requires someone who is a people-person, great at building relationships, an excellent administrator, and confident with IT.

This is a flexible, hybrid role with at least one day in the office in Shrewsbury each week and travel within Shropshire.

Objective of the job

The Volunteer Co-Ordinator is responsible for ensuring that volunteers have a fulfilling and rewarding experience during their time with SWT. They will look after the whole volunteer journey; helping volunteers find the right role, building their skills and knowledge, celebrating their achievements, and ensuring they feel like a valued part of the team.

Key results expected

• A diverse team of committed and passionate volunteers supporting the work of the Trust in all areas
• A thriving network of branches and affiliated groups supporting our vision in their local areas
• A strong culture of volunteering, where volunteers are recognised and valued for their contributions
• A clear and concise set of processes, procedures, policies and resources to onboard, manage and retain volunteers, supported by a centralised volunteer management system
• An accurate and reliable volunteer database