Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver Whitstable Maritime events, including scheduling, logistics and on‑the‑day coordination.
* Brief and support volunteers, ensuring they have clear roles and a positive experience, and coordinate volunteer availability, event attendance, and activity outcomes.
* Act as a point of contact for volunteers, partners, and community groups.
Qualifications / What you bring
* Strong organisational skills and confidence coordinating people.
* Clear communication and a friendly, community‑minded approach.
* Ability to work independently.
Skills required
* Teamwork
* Organising & Planning
* Research
* Admin
Why these skills are required
Organisation & Planning: Ability to schedule events, manage logistics, and keep track of multiple moving parts.
Communication: Confident, friendly communication with volunteers, partners, and the public.
People Coordination: Motivating, briefing, and supporting volunteers of different ages and backgrounds.
Teamwork: Working collaboratively with the charity’s trustees and other volunteers.
Admin: Keeping simple records, managing sign‑ups, and sharing updates clearly.
Community Engagement: A positive, approachable manner that helps build local involvement.
Benefits
Practical Experience: Event planning, people coordination, and community engagement.
Leadership Development: Confidence in leading teams, making decisions, and managing real‑world projects.
Community Connection: A chance to play an active part in Whitstable’s maritime heritage and meet like‑minded local people.
Personal Fulfilment: Satisfaction in helping a local charity thrive and seeing events come to life because of their contribution.
New Skills: Growth in communication, organisation, teamwork, and problem‑solving.
Flexibility: A role which adapts to your availability and interests.
Supportive Environment: Being part of a friendly, welcoming volunteer team with guidance from trustees and experienced members.
Time Commitment
Approximately 2-3 hours / week depending on time of year.
Location
Postcode: CT5 2AF
Role Address: Whitstable, Faversham and surrounding areas preferred. Kent area also fine. Some work can be done remotely.
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