Isabel Hospice is a local charity and each year we care for hundreds of people across eastern Hertfordshire
All our care is free and can be provided in your home, at our community hubs or our ...
Volunteer ecommerce Assistant
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Volunteer Office
#119400
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Join our ecommerce volunteer team and utilise your skills in a diverse range of opportunities.
We are looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to support our growing e‑commerce operation.
In this role, you will utilise your skills to assist with creating clothing mystery bags, listing items on vinted and occasionally help sort through donated books.
We ask you to commit to at least one regular half-day weekly session.
AM: 9am to 12pm
PM: 1pm to 4pm
We are looking for volunteers to help us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Additionally all day Thursday.
What you'll be doing:
- Sorting & Selecting: Sort through clothing stock to curate and create exciting Mystery Bags and review old DVDs and media items (Primary Task).
- Stock Rotation: Assist in identifying and removing older stock to keep our inventory fresh (Primary Task).
- Organising: Keep the e‑commerce work area neat, tidy, and organised.
- Ad-Hoc E-commerce Support (As Needed):
- Photographing and creating listings for Vinted.
- Ensuring product descriptions include measurements, sizing, and condition.
- Researching approximate pricing for clothing, books, media, or miscellaneous items.
- Supporting with the organisation of donated books.
Your skills & abilities:
- Strong attention to detail: Especially when checking item conditions, sorting media, and creating mystery bags.
- Efficiency & Organisation: Ability to sort items effectively and follow guidelines for stock removal.
- Team Player: Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn and pivot to different tasks (like listing or book sorting) when required.
- Good communication: Written communication skills for occasional item descriptions.
- Interests: An interest in fashion, media/entertainment, books, and online shopping is a plus, but not required!
Benefits to you:
- Meet new people and learn new skills
- Work with a friendly team and be part of the Isabel family
- Support your local community
- Contribute to the provision of care to our patients
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Support with your career goals and personal development
- Opportunities to learn from long-term volunteers and staff
- Agreed upon travel expenses can be reimbursed
Am I eligible to volunteer?
We ask that our volunteers are:
- At least 18 years old
- Live within an easy commute to the area
- Interested in volunteering for at least 6 months for at least 3 hours per week
All volunteers are assessed individually for the volunteer roles they are applying for. We strongly believe in equal opportunities and welcome applicants who are representative of our diverse communities.
Expectations:
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Isabel Hospice guidelines.
- Have a professional and courteous manner in accordance with Isabel Hospice policies.
- Demonstrate Isabel Hospice values
- Identify yourself as a volunteer while carrying out your duties
All appointments are at the discretion of the management team and are subject to a one-month trial period for both parties.
Thank you for supporting Isabel Hospice.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.
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About Isabel Hospice
Isabel Hospice is a local charity and each year we care for hundreds of people across eastern Hertfordshire
All our care is free and can be provided in your home, at our community hubs or our In-Patient Unit. Most of the people we care for have cancer, however, we are also increasingly caring for people with other life limiting conditions.