voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
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Volunteer Coordinator - Volunteering Matters
Created: 09/02/2026
News/Events Category: Job VacanciesPost: Volunteer CoordinatorOrganisation: Volunteering MattersContract: PermanentHours: 17.5 hours per week (0.5 Full Time Equivalent)Salary: £12,812 per annum (£26,625 FTE)Location: Fife (home-based with regular travel across Fife)Are you passionate about supporting volunteers and helping young people thrive? Volunteering Matters are looking for a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator to lead and grow their award-winning Grandmentors programme in Fife.
Grandmentors matches trained volunteer mentors with young people aged 16-26 who are facing life challenges, helping them build confidence, resilience and skills through meaningful one-to-one support.
In this role, you will take responsibility for recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer mentors, ensuring positive experiences for both volunteers and young people involved. You'll work closely with young people, volunteers and partner organisations to deliver high-quality mentoring support that truly makes a difference in people's lives.
Benefits
Their employee benefits reflect their culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution. They offer:
- Flexible working by default (hours and place of work)
- Unlimited annual leave
- Employee pensions scheme
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick and family leave
- Lifestyle discount scheme
They are also open to discussing job share applications.
How to apply
Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job website: https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/volunteering-matters/volunteer-coordinator/1053898?tsId=8
In your application, clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills and experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters.
They welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if they receive an extremely large number of responses, they may close this advert early to fully consider applications. They encourage you to apply promptly so you don’t miss the opportunity to join their community.
The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Thursday 19 February 2026.
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