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Volunteer – Ecommerce Lister

For St Helena Hospice

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We’re looking for enthusiastic and detail-oriented volunteers to join our Ecommerce Team 

and help list and sell items on platforms such as Vinted, Etsy, eBay, and TikTok Shop. This 

is a great opportunity to gain valuable office-based experience, contribute to a meaningful 

cause, and boost your CV.

Main duties of this role may include any of the following:

• Sort, research, and price donated items for online sale

• Create engaging product listings on platforms such as Vinted, Etsy, eBay, and 

TikTok, liaising with staff to ensure compliance with associated regulations and 

St Helena policies

• Photograph and write descriptions for items, ensuring accuracy and appeal In 

line with St Helena branding

• Monitor listings and help with order fulfilment

• Track sales and help with stock management

• Be aware of ecommerce trends and platform best practices

• Understand the importance of confidentiality and adhere to all data protection

regulations

• Represent St Helena Hospice in a positive and professional manner in line with

hospice Values

What skills do I need?

Training & supervision

• Valuable office-based work experience in digital retail and ecommerce

• Hands-on training with major online platforms

• Experience in photography and content writing

• A reference for your CV and future job applications

• Confidence and skills that are transferable across many industries

• The opportunity to make a difference and support our charitable work

• Regular supervision with dedicated line manager

Experience & qualifications required

• Interest in online selling, fashion, vintage items, or social media

• Basic computer literacy and good attention to detail

• Creativity and a good eye for presentation and photography

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team

• Prior experience with any of the platforms is helpful but not essential – full 

training will be given

Personal attributes

• Passionate about St Helena

• Attention to detail 

• Good communication skills

• Comfortable handling cash

• Reliable and trustworthy 

• Be comfortable approaching and engaging with members of the public

• Team player with a friendly outlook

Interests

  • No specific interest

Activities

  • Administration and Office
  • Business Skills
  • Computers, IT and Websites
  • Fundraising and Finance
  • General Helping
  • Retail
  • Supporting Charities

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

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Availability Details

Volunteering at St Helena is very flexible and we will work around your availability.

Location

19b Westside Centre
Colchester
CO3 8PH

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