Post | March 2025 | For volunteers | 1 min read

How to include volunteering on your CV

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This CharityJob article "How to Include Volunteering on Your CV" offers practical advice on effectively incorporating volunteer experience into your job applications, particularly for those pursuing roles in the charity sector. It highlights how volunteering demonstrates dedication, passion, and key skills valued by employers, including leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and project management.

The guide explains how to present both short-term and long-term volunteer roles on your CV, ensuring they highlight a diverse skill set and relevant experience. It also discusses the best placement for volunteer work within your CV, emphasizing how it can showcase a commitment to social causes, bridge employment gaps, and highlight soft skills like empathy, adaptability, and resilience. Thoughtfully presenting volunteer experience can enhance your application and help you stand out as a strong candidate.

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Introducing Get InVOLved Skills

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We are excited to launch our new platform Get InVOLved Skills ! This brand-new platform is designed to give both volunteers and those working in Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations easy access to training and development opportunities across Norfolk and Waveney. Whether you’re just starting your volunteering journey or looking to deepen your expertise, Get InVOLved Skills is here to support your growth and impact. On Get InVOLved Skills, you can explore a wide range of opportunities from trusted organisations, including: Introductory sessions to understand the basics of volunteering. Health and safety training to help keep you and others safe. Courses on working with diverse communities to strengthen inclusivity. Digital skills workshops to boost your confidence in using online tools. And much more! The training opportunities on Get Involved Skills are offered in a variety of formats, including both online and in-person sessions, so you can choose the style that works best for you. The platform’s search and filter tools make it easy to find what you need - browse by location, topic, delivery method, or search by keywords if you’re looking for something specific. If you’re already registered with Get InVOLved Norfolk , you can use the same login for Get Involved Skills . Any training you record and certificates you upload will appear on both platforms, making it easy for organisations to see your completed training when you apply for volunteer roles. Find the link to Get InVOLved Skills in the navigation bar at the top of the page or click the button below.