OXFAM - Assistant Manager Volunteer (Sep 2024 - Feb 2025)

Primary Responsibilities:

⭐ Supported the Shop Manager in daily operations by coordinating volunteer teams and assisting in planning and development initiatives.

⭐ Led shop shifts, delegated tasks, and ensured smooth operation in the manager’s absence.

⭐ Delivered ongoing coaching and support to volunteers, helping them grow their skills and contribute effectively to the shop.

⭐ Ensured adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and trading policies, fostering a safe and compliant retail environment.

Specific Projects and Contributions:

⭐ Helped build an inclusive, welcoming environment that attracted and retained a diverse volunteer base.

⭐ Took charge of opening and closing the shop, managing end-to-end processes and ensuring operational readiness.

⭐ Contributed to sales growth and customer engagement by enhancing the retail experience through effective team coordination.

Contribution to Mission:

Played an essential role in raising vital funds to support Oxfam’s global mission of tackling poverty and inequality by ensuring efficient shop operations and a motivated volunteer team.

Skills Developed:

🎯Team Leadership & Volunteer Management

🎯Retail Operations & Customer Service

🎯Effective Communication & Coaching

🎯Policy Adherence & Risk Management

🎯Inclusive Culture Building & Community Engagement

BHF - Online Sales Research Volunteer - (Sep 2024 - Present)

Primary Responsibilities:

⭐ Researched donated items for online sale, identifying collectibles and high-value goods to maximize fundraising potential.

⭐ Utilized online tools and platforms to determine accurate market value of donated items, ensuring BHF received fair prices.

⭐ Collaborated with the charity shop team to select suitable items for online selling, supporting the charity’s fundraising goals.

Specific Projects and Contributions:

⭐ Increased the efficiency and success of online sales by identifying unique or high-demand items from donated goods.

⭐ Ensured optimal pricing of products by conducting in-depth market comparisons, contributing to higher online sales revenue.

⭐ Supported BHF’s retail transformation by helping expand and strengthen their online sales presence.

Contribution to Mission:

Played an essential role in supporting the British Heart Foundation’s mission to fund lifesaving research into heart and circulatory diseases by maximizing the value of donated items through strategic online sales support.

Skills Developed:

🎯Market Research & Online Valuation

🎯Retail & E-Commerce Strategy

🎯Attention to Detail & Product Selection

🎯Teamwork & Charitable Retail Experience

🎯Time Management & Self-Motivation