HR Recruitment and Onboarding Volunteer - Volunteer in Horsham

We are seeking a dedicated, organised HR Recruitment & Onboarding Administrator to support our expanding volunteer team. This is a key role in helping us grow sustainably while ensuring new volunteers feel welcomed and supported.

What difference will you make?

• Strengthening the Team with the Right People: You’ll play a crucial role in identifying, recruiting and onboarding passionate volunteers who are aligned with SEDSConnective’s mission.
• Creating a Supportive and Inclusive Onboarding Experience: By developing clear, accessible and inclusive onboarding processes you’ll help create a welcoming environment from the start, supporting retention and engagement.
• Expanding the Charity’s Capacity to Support Others: Every new volunteer you bring in adds to SEDSConnective’s ability to deliver support groups, events, education, and advocacy. Your work has a ripple effect, empowering more people through collective effort.
• Helping Sustain and Grow a Volunteer‑Led Movement: As a grassroots charity, SEDSConnective relies heavily on volunteers. Your role helps maintain the structure, continuity, and energy of the organisation, supporting its ongoing growth locally and globally.
• Building a Legacy of Inclusion and Empowerment: Your contribution helps further founder Jane Green MBE’s original vision of a world where neuro‑divergent and hypermobile people are understood, supported, and empowered.

What are we looking for?

• Key Competencies & Skills

• Organisational Skills: Exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with applicants, volunteers, and internal teams.
• IT Proficiency: Confident in using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and volunteer management systems.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build strong relationships with candidates and team members, fostering a welcoming environment.
• Problem‑Solving: Proactive approach to addressing challenges in the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Commitment: A passion for SEDSConnective’s mission and values.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential

• Previous experience in recruitment, HR, or administrative roles (voluntary or paid).
• Strong understanding of recruitment and onboarding best practices.
• Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection requirements.

• Experience working in the charity or non‑profit sector.
• Familiarity with recruitment platforms and applicant tracking systems.
• Knowledge of symptomatic hypermobility and related conditions (or willingness to learn).

What We Offer

• A chance to make a meaningful difference.
• A flexible, remote volunteering opportunity.
• Supportive, inclusive team culture.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Insight into the workings of a growing, grassroots charity.

What will you be doing?

• Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Collaborate with the chair and trustees to identify volunteer needs and create detailed role descriptions. Post volunteer opportunities on job boards (Reach Volunteering, Indeed), social media (LinkedIn), and other platforms to attract suitable candidates. Monitor applications and conduct initial screening to shortlist potential candidates. Schedule and coordinate interviews, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience for candidates.
• Onboarding Coordination: Oversee the onboarding process for new volunteers, ensuring they are welcomed and equipped to succeed. Prepare and distribute onboarding materials, including agreements, NDA, and other relevant documents.
• Support and Collaboration: Act as the primary point of contact for recruitment and onboarding inquiries. Provide ongoing support to volunteers, addressing any questions or concerns during their transition period. Assist in refining recruitment and onboarding processes to enhance efficiency and volunteer satisfaction.