Become a Volunteer YouTube Content Creator

Are you enthusiastic about making a positive impact and using your creative flair to support a worthwhile cause? Mast Cell Action, a dynamic and influential charity committed to raising awareness and driving positive change, is in need of a Volunteer YouTube Content Creator. Your role will be pivotal in helping us spread our message, raise awareness, and inspire action through compelling videos.

Role Overview:

As a Volunteer YouTube Content Creator, you'll collaborate with our Volunteer Creative Multimedia & Equality Manager to craft captivating videos that showcase the essence of our organisation. Your creative storytelling skills will captivate audiences, translating intricate ideas into accessible content that resonates with viewers.

Responsibilities:

Utilise your proficient video editing skills to craft high-quality, visually appealing content.

Apply your expertise in camera equipment, lighting, and sound setup for professional video production.

Weave engaging narratives that emotionally connect with viewers and align with our mission.

Employ your exceptional communication skills to effectively convey our message through videos.

Utilise your knowledge of YouTube and social media best practices to maximise video reach and engagement.

Manage your time efficiently to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects concurrently.

Collaborate with fellow volunteers, staff members, and stakeholders to align video content with our objectives.

Uphold strong ethical standards in content creation, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and sensitivity.

Respect confidentiality and the privacy of individuals associated with our charity.

Requirements:

Proficiency in video editing software and techniques.

Demonstrated experience in video production and content creation.

Creative thinking and the ability to transform complex concepts into engaging content.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Familiarity with YouTube platform functionalities and algorithms.

Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving needs.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Ethical standards in content creation.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in managing a YouTube channel.

Knowledge of animation and motion graphic techniques.

Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Adobe Photoshop (or equivalents).

Time Commitment: 4-8 hours per week

Benefits:

Opportunity to make a tangible impact by supporting a deserving cause.

Develop and showcase your creative talents.

Gain experience in content creation and video production.

Collaborate with a passionate and diverse team.

If you're excited about contributing your skills to a purposeful cause and being part of a vibrant community of change-makers, we invite you to apply! Please submit your application, including your CV and a portfolio highlighting your past work.

Let's collaborate to create content that ignites change and raises awareness for Mast Cell Action's crucial mission. Join us today and make a meaningful difference!

Volunteer Opportunity - Fundraising Senior Position

Mast Cell Action is a small charity at the forefront of raising awareness and support for those affected by mast cell disorders in the UK. Mast Cell Action's vision is of a world where everyone affected by Mast Cell Disease has their symptoms acknowledged and experiences listened to, to achieve a correct diagnosis, and to receive the care and support that they need. Our charitable objective is to improve the lives of people affected by Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.

 Volunteer Opportunity - Fundraising Senior Position

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the community? Do you have a flair for fundraising and a drive to support important causes? We have an exciting volunteer opportunity for you!

Main Purposes of position:

Support and develop a variety of income generation functions, including individual giving initiatives, community fundraising, grant-making, and corporate giving.

Undertake ad hoc admin tasks to support income generation efforts.

Facilitate the successful delivery and completion of fundraising campaigns.

Key Tasks:

Utilise your skills to undertake a variety of processes supporting fundraising efforts. This includes setting up community fundraising campaigns on platforms like JustGiving, promoting individual giving, facilitating grant applications, and enabling online donations.

Unleash your creativity and look for new income generation opportunities while also nurturing existing grant pipelines. Support and encourage community fundraisers with their ideas and plans.

Engage with the MCAS community, providing support to fundraisers. Collaborate with the communications team to share fundraising opportunities on social media, and work on developing our stewardship plans.

Key Results/Objectives:

Help us achieve increased income generation to support our mission and goals.

Drive enhanced community engagement with our fundraising campaigns, making a real impact on important causes.

Contribute to the establishment and expansion of additional income generation channels, such as corporate giving.

You will report to our Director of Operations, Engagement, and Services, who will provide guidance and support throughout your volunteering journey.

If you are ready to take on this vital role and be part of a vibrant and passionate team dedicated to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Join us in our quest to create positive change and leave a lasting impact on our community.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience. We can't wait to welcome you to our passionate team of changemakers!

Note: This is a volunteer position. We greatly value the time and commitment of our volunteers and will provide necessary support and training to ensure a fulfilling experience.

Volunteer Opportunity - Peer Supporter

Your community needs you. Mast Cell Action are looking for UK-based volunteers to provide one-to-one support to individuals with MCAS for our exciting new peer support services.

Role Overview:

To provide person centred one-to-one support to individuals with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome through a peer volunteer-led service, fostering a supportive community and promoting understanding and empowerment.

Responsibilities: 

To undertake all required training necessary for the role

Offer support using your personal experiences where appropriate: Share your own experiences, coping strategies, and insights related to living with MCAS.

To provide around eight 1-1 support sessions to those you are matched with using various methods such as phone calls, Zoom video calls, emails, texts, letters and WhatsApp messages  tailored to both your needs and the individual's needs and preferences. This will include offering emotional support:  encouragement and understanding through active listening, empathy and validation of their experiences.

Maintain confidentiality: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of community members, ensuring that all interactions and discussions remain confidential.[JM1] 

To complete a feedback form after each match

To attend annual supervisions with your Supervisor

Signpost to internal services and resources as appropriate

To comply with all charity policies and procedures

To let your supervisor know if you are unable to continue volunteering or need to pause volunteering due to changes in circumstances

Requirements:

To have one hour free a week

To complete a basic DBS form

To provide two references

To complete adult Safeguarding training

To complete Active listening and Suicide awareness training

Desirable Skills: 

Patience

Empathy

Compassion

Active Listening

Lives experience of MCAS or suspected MCAS

Benefits: 

Opportunity for those who wish to support others to ‘give back’ and feel valued in being able to make a difference.

Personal satisfaction in knowing that your contributions are helping to create a supportive and inclusive community environment for individuals living with MCAS.

Opportunity to connect with other individuals who share similar experiences and challenges related to MCAS.

Opportunity to further develop skills in communication, empathy, and peer support.

To apply please complete this application form here.  If you have any questions about volunteering please email Charise on charise@mastcellaction.org