Volunteer HR Recruitment Assistant

Volunteer HR Recruitment Assistant Location: Remote Commitment: Approx. 12 hours per week (Flexible arrangement) About Quilombo UK Quilombo UK is a Kingston-based social justice and community enterprise dedicated to inspiring individuals to "See, Think, Behave and Speak Differently" about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create engaging experiences—ranging from our Beyond Bias training to our "Voices for All" podcasts—that raise awareness and empower unheard voices across diverse communities. We partner with local organisations to deliver training, workshops, and research that challenge preconceptions around race, stereotyping, and unconscious bias. To learn more about our work, explore our website and YouTube channel. About the Role Join our team as a Volunteer HR & Recruitment Assistant and play a key role in supporting our non-profit mission. Sitting within our Human Resources function, you will assist with the end-to-end volunteer recruitment process—helping us attract passionate individuals to support our core projects. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for HR students, career changers, or experienced professionals looking to contribute their expertise to a meaningful cause while building practical recruitment experience in the social impact sector. Key Responsibilities Sourcing & Outreach: Assist hiring leads with identifying volunteer staffing needs and posting role descriptions across relevant platforms. Candidate Engagement: Conduct initial screening discussions to evaluate candidate interest, alignment with our core values, and overall fit. Pipeline Management: Help build and maintain candidate records, keeping applicants informed and supported throughout the recruitment journey. Onboarding & Administration: Support the HR team in scheduling interviews, maintaining up-to-date volunteer records, and ensuring recruitment processes remain inclusive and compliant with equal opportunity standards. What We Are Looking For An interest in or prior exposure to HR, recruitment, or talent acquisition. Good written and verbal communication skills, with a welcoming, professional manner. Basic familiarity with standard office software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle confidential information respectfully. A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. What We Offer Professional Development: Gain practical experience in recruitment and broader HR workflows, with access to structured learning pathways through our Professional Development Programme (ePDP). Skills Enhancement: The opportunity for CV and profile review support provided by our internal Learning & Development team. Inclusive Environment: A collaborative, flexible team culture that values diversity, innovation, and community impact. Programme Details This role is offered as an unpaid volunteer placement within the Quilombo UK Professional Development Programme. The is commitment 12 hours per week (flexible across Monday to Friday) over a 16-week period to get the most out of the experience. Quilombo UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all. We strictly adhere to the Equality Act 2010 principles and maintain zero tolerance for discrimination.