Our offices are shut from 12pm on Wednesday 24th December 2025 until 9am on Monday 5th January 2026
Phone and email will not be monitored during this time
Volunteers are needed to assist museum staff in monitoring trending hashtags on the Museum social media sites, as well as researching and compiling content for blog updates and social media.
Duties to include:
- researching popular social media trends and hashtags.
- researching and compile content for social media and blog updates.
- resizing and editing digital images for social media and website use.
The museum society our charitable wing are also looking for volunteers who would be willing to be their administrator/editor for their Facebook page, and also looking for someone to help them by taking notes at their monthly local history talks at the Parish rooms, for review in their quarterly newsletter.
What skills do I need?
- Good ICT skills
- Experience of creating content for digital platforms is desirable but not essential.
- Knowledge and experience of using social media.
- A demonstrable interest in social history, archaeology or natural history
- Strong written communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience of working both within a small team and independently
- Confidence to contribute and shares ideas and new perspectives
- Able to work to set guidelines
- Awareness and understanding of internet security issues.
Interests- Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
Activities- Computers, IT and Websites
- Marketing and Media
Details
- Accessibility
- Data Protection policy
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
Over 16 - Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
Training and experience in researching and writing content for digital platforms, with specific reference to museum collections and engagement
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 22/07/2019
End Date: 24/07/2026
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Availability Details
Ideally for one day a week by arrangement, reporting to museum staff.
Location
This opportunity is available in: Uttlesford
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