Volunteer Coordinator (Scotland)

Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity is the principal charity of the Royal Navy. We are at the heart of supporting our Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary personnel and their families, past, present and future. If you would like to contribute to a world in which our sailors, marines, and their families are valued and supported for life, we want to hear from you.

• Role: Volunteer Coordinator (Scotland)
• Hours: 18 hours per week, flexible work pattern
• Location: Helensburgh with hybrid working
• Salary: £12,000 - £13,500

We are currently looking for a Volunteer Coordinator (Scotland) to join our Grants and Commissioning team, reporting to the Grants Commissioning Manager. You’ll bring both passion and professionalism to the role, and will be responsible for growing, developing and coordinating a regional network of volunteers to support Naval Service personnel and their families across Scotland, ensuring they are effectively recruited, trained, supported and retained.

Role Responsibilities

As our Volunteer Coordinator (Scotland), you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end volunteer lifecycle while building strong partnerships across the local Naval and civilian community to enhance support available to families.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Recruiting, interviewing, inducting and supporting volunteers, ensuring they are well-matched, trained and engaged in meaningful opportunities.
• Developing and promoting volunteering opportunities in partnership with RN FPS teams and local community organisations.
• Supporting volunteer engagement and retention through regular communication, recognition initiatives and development opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and volunteer management policies and procedures.
• Acting as a key point of contact for volunteering enquiries and maintaining accurate volunteer records and databases.
• Organising events, campaigns and outreach activities to raise awareness and attract new volunteers.
• Building collaborative relationships with local partners to strengthen community support for Naval families.
• Gathering feedback from families and communities to inform RNRMC’s grant-making and service development.
• Monitoring activity, tracking outcomes and producing reports to evaluate impact and inform future planning.

Please see the job description for full details on the duties and responsibilities.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in coordinating and managing volunteers, including recruitment, training, engagement and administration within a community, charity or public sector setting. The role will suit those with a positive and flexible approach and an ability to remain calm under pressure.

It is a requirement of this role that you hold a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region.

We recognise that people develop skills in different ways. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you have the right potential, we encourage you to apply.

Please be aware all roles require the right to work in the United Kingdom; sponsorship of such right will not be provided. The successful candidate will also require a satisfactory DBS check and additional security checks as required.

Inclusive Recruitment & Accessibility

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and identify as either:

• Disabled: as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
• Armed Forces Community: those who are currently serving in the armed forces or those who have previously served.

If you are eligible for a guaranteed interview through one of these schemes, please make this known to us during the application process.

We will provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process where requested and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss any specific requirements, please contact our HR department at HR@rnrmc.org.uk

Why Join RNRMC?

• Values Driven: We’re a beneficiary‑focused charity with a strong commitment to improving the lives of those who serve and their families. Guided by integrity, we work openly and honestly, champion inclusiveness by valuing diverse perspectives, and collaborate through genuine teamwork - not only within RNRMC but across the wider sector to strengthen it and maximise our shared impact.
• Work-Life Balance: At RNRMC, we understand the importance of work-life balance. While we take our work seriously, we also value the well-being and happiness of our employees. That’s why we offer hybrid working and enhanced annual leave as standard to help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including:
  • Private medical insurance and life assurance
  • Employee assistance programme (EAP)
  • 7% non-contributory pension contributions and salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay
  • Cycle to work scheme

Applications & Interviews

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to contribute to a charity with real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your CV and cover letter to HR@rnrmc.org.uk, detailing your relevant experience and identifying why you would be a good fit for the role.

• Closing Date: 19th July 2026

Initial interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period and RNRMC reserves the right to close the vacancy early and make an appointment at any stage of the application process.

Applicants may be asked to attend an on-line Application Review prior to the closing date to aid in the shortlisting process. This will be held via Microsoft Teams.