Recruitment Information
Who we want to work with
Are you aged 18–30, of Black or mixed heritage, and passionate about racial equality and creating change?
Voluntary roles on offer
- Workplace Lead | Schools Campaigns Assistant | Research Assistant | Admin Lead
- Culture + Wellbeing Lead | Digital Comms Assistant
We are looking for people who can:
- Volunteer approximately 3–6 hours per week to support Halo tasks and projects
- Attend monthly Halo meetings in person/ online
- Work collaboratively with other young people, organisations and members of the Collective
- Take initiative and contribute ideas to help move our work forward
- Communicate openly and respectfully with other members
- Be willing to learn about hair discrimination and the wider issues affecting Black communities
- Support Halo's campaigns, events, communications, research, outreach or other areas of work depending on your interests and the needs of the Collective
There are opportunities to get involved in different areas of the Collective, so we're particularly interested in hearing about your skills, interests and what you would like to contribute.
What you can expect from Halo
As a member of the Halo Collective, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Work alongside other young people passionate about racial and social justice
- Contribute to real campaigns and projects tackling hair inequality
- Develop practical skills through hands-on experience
- Share your ideas and have your voice heard within the Collective
- Meet and collaborate with people and organisations working towards similar goals
- Learn more about campaigning, organising and social change
- Take on responsibilities that align with your interests and strengths
This is a voluntary role, and we understand that our members have different commitments alongside Halo. We aim to create a collaborative environment where people can contribute meaningfully while balancing their other responsibilities.
Application Process
Interested in joining us?
This isn't about having the "perfect" CV or saying all the right things. We want to get to know you and understand how you might fit into the Collective. We encourage you to explore our website before applying so you can learn more about our mission, campaigns and the work we do.
Join us in building a future where Black hair is protected, celebrated and free from discrimination. We'd love to hear from you!
Voluntary Roles on offer
Workplace Lead | Schools Campaign Assistant | Research Assistant | Admin Assistant | Culture + Wellbeing Lead | Digital Comms Assistant
Workplace Lead
You will lead Halo's Workplace Team in delivering our Adopt the Code strategy across workplaces. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about racial justice, workplace equality, campaigning and advocacy, who is confident in taking initiative and supporting a team to turn campaign goals into action.
Schools Campaign Assistant
This role will support the Halo Collective in delivering our Adopt the Code strategy in schools. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in campaigning, education, racial justice, youth engagement or community organising who wants to gain practical experience working directly with schools and supporting real-world change.
Research Assistant
A focus on supporting the Sustainability Lead and the wider Halo Collective to understand, evidence and strengthen the impact of our work. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in research, social change, campaigning, racial justice or organisational development who wants to gain practical experience contributing to a grassroots organisation.
Admin Assistant
You will help ensure the Halo Collective runs effectively by managing key administrative systems, supporting internal organisation and maintaining clear and consistent communications. Working closely with the wider Collective, you will help ensure that members have the information, organisation and administrative support they need to carry out Halo's work effectively.
Culture + Wellbeing Lead
Maintaining Halo as a welcoming and supportive place to work is vital to this role. You will lead the organisation of wellbeing and team-building activities to help members build relationships and feel connected to the Collective. Whilst working closely with other team leads, you will maintain a positive culture of collaboration and shared responsibility, helping members make the most out of their strengths and contribute meaningfully.
Digital Comms Assistant
As a Digital Communications Assistant, you will use your creativity and design skills to help bring Halo’s work to life. With a focus on graphic design, you will help to turn campaign ideas, research and general information about hair discrimination into engaging materials that the collective and our stakeholders can use and share. You will work with teams across the Halo Collective to help promote the Halo Code, platform our projects and milestones and encourage more people to get involved.
Voluntary Role Descriptions
More information about each role
As a digital communications assistant, you will:
- Support the digital communications lead in planning and delivering content for Halo’s campaigns, events, and announcements.
- Support the creation of resources such as posters and infographics for social media, Halo schools and Halo workplaces.
- Turn research findings and information about hair discrimination and the impact of the Halo Code into accessible visual content.
- Work with the other teams in the Collective to understand their projects and develop content to help platform their achievements.
- Assist in reviewing how content performs and share ideas with the digital communications lead on how to maximise engagement and reach.
- Adapt graphics and resources for different audiences and platforms, ensuring that content is relevant to students, schools, workplaces, and the wider public.
- Review draft content and ensure that it is accurate, accessible, and consistent with Halo’s messaging.
As a digital communications assistant, you will:
- Support the digital communications lead in planning and delivering content for Halo’s campaigns, events, and announcements.
- Support the creation of resources such as posters and infographics for social media, Halo schools and Halo workplaces.
- Turn research findings and information about hair discrimination and the impact of the Halo Code into accessible visual content.
- Work with the other teams in the Collective to understand their projects and develop content to help platform their achievements.
- Assist in reviewing how content performs and share ideas with the digital communications lead on how to maximise engagement and reach.
- Adapt graphics and resources for different audiences and platforms, ensuring that content is relevant to students, schools, workplaces, and the wider public.
- Review draft content and ensure that it is accurate, accessible, and consistent with Halo’s messaging.
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