Communications Volunteer

Help get the word out about Somerset Bus Partnership’s work! We’re looking for a Communications Volunteer to write engaging content that promotes our organisation, events, and activities to the wider community.

This role is ideal for someone with a flair for writing and an interest in public transport or community engagement. It’s flexible and can be shaped to suit your experience, strengths, and availability. Elements of the role can also be shared between multiple volunteers.

📝Key Responsibilities

• Writing content for our monthly e-newsletters (we have a digital volunteer who formats and sends them).
• Creating copy for our website (our website manager handles uploading).
• Drafting press releases on an ad hoc basis.
• Producing helpful copy for the public on using buses in Somerset.
• Drafting letters on behalf of Somerset Bus Partnership to send to councillors, councils, and MPs.
• Writing case studies of individuals or communities affected by cuts to bus services.

🙋 Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For

• Strong writing and communication skills
• A keen eye for detail and clarity
• Interest in public transport or community issues
• Ability to write for different audiences (residents, MP's. councillors, press)
• Comfortable working independently and to deadlines
• Some understanding of newsletters, web content, or press copy is helpful but not essential

⏰ Time Commitment

• Flexible and remote—can be done mostly from home
• Estimated: 4-7 hours per month, depending on your availability
• Occasional need to support key events or meetings

🌍 Location

Remote and flexible – most tasks can be done from home.

Optional: attend occasional in-person events or meetings if desired.

It would also be helpful if you could attend one of our bus stalls to gain insight into the advocacy work we do.

🎁 Benefits To You

• Experience in campaign and communications coordination
• Develop skills in copywriting, public engagement, and press/publicity work
• Add valuable experience to your CV or portfolio
• Know that you're making a real difference by raising awareness of vital bus services in Somerset

💡 Support & Training

• Full guidance and support from the Management Team
• Access to existing templates, examples, and systems you can adapt
• Collaboration with other experienced volunteers
• Informal, friendly atmosphere with opportunities to grow

Note:

We have separate volunteer roles for:

• Social Media Volunteer
• Marketing Volunteer
• Social Media Coordinator
• Marketing Coordinator



These roles can be combined if you have the right skill set.