Volunteers Wanted!
Thyroid UK is looking for some volunteers to help us in our work. We are looking for people to help us in the following roles. Ideally, you will need to devote 2-4 hours per week to helping us. We hold three Committee Meetings per year which you may be asked to attend or to write reports for. |
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If you are interested in applying for any of these positions, please telephone us on 01255 820407 or send an email to enquiries@thyroiduk.org
Public Relations Officer
Typical work activities
- Help us to write and edit press releases, speeches, articles and annual reports
- Advertise to maintain Thyroid UK’s identity, name and reputation
- Help prepare and supervise the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films and multimedia programmes;
- Develop and maintain good working relations with the media, including local and national newspapers, magazines, radio and television;
- Organise press conferences
Previous experience preferred.
Marketing Officer
Typical work activities
- Help us to create and implement marketing plans for specific projects
- Help us to raise the profile of Thyroid UK
- Contribute to the development of quality promotional and advertising campaigns, and special events.
- Assist with the production of publicity materials, copywriting and proof reading
- Co-ordinating distribution of brochures and other literature
- Assist with market research where appropriate to a marketing campaign.
- Contribute to staff training and development as necessary.
Previous experience preferred.
Recycling Officer
Typical work activities
- Contact companies and organisations to encourage recycling of ink cartridges; mobile phones and stamps in aid of Thyroid UK
- Organise collection/delivery of recycled goods with recycling companies
No previous experience required although a good telephone manner is essential.
Internet Sales Manager
We will be asking, via the Thyroid UK Newsletter and the website, for unwanted gifts to be donated for resale.
Typical work activities
- Communicate with donors and organise collection/delivery of unwanted gifts
- Manage the sale of unwanted gifts on the internet
- Liaise with Office Administrator regarding funds accumulated
Good working knowledge of Ebay and Paypal. Good communication skills. |
