

E-Commerce Volunteer
As an E-Commerce Volunteer you’ll be behind the scenes in our busy shops or hubs, learning all about selling donated gems through Oxfam’s unique Online Shop. You can get involved in everything from researching, describing, photographing, to posting. Best of all you’ll be raising vital funds to support people facing poverty around the world.
Oxfam shops are at the forefront in campaigning for sustainable fashion. Since it opened in 1974 Oxfam has been championing second hand and as well as our high street shops we have the Oxfam Online Shop full of treasures. Over 100,000 unique items listed on our Online Shop!
Every day, our incredible shop teams within many of our high street shops, and two online hubs, work extremely hard to photograph, price and upload items onto our online shop. Each item is completely unique - so once it’s gone, it really has gone!
What you will be doing
- Selecting, sorting, and pricing donated stock
- Researching valuable and vintage stock
- Photographing and listing items for the online shop
- Describing items for online listings
- Preparing items for postage and dispatch
This role may include occasionally lifting boxes. We prioritise a safe working environment and provide comprehensive health and safety training to all volunteers.
The skills you need
You do not need specific skills and experience but the following will be useful:
- Happy to be part of a team
- Excited to learn new skills
- Basic IT skills
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
What's in it for you?
- Some lunch and travel costs paid (speak to the Manager first to understand what is covered)
- Access to training and development
- Grow your confidence and meet new people
- Flexible volunteering schedules that fit your lifestyle
- Free confidential support by the Retail Trust
- Possible references for future employers
Application process
Application deadline:
Ongoing
Informal chat:
After you have applied, the shop manager will contact you to arrange a time to chat about volunteering.
Start date:
After your chat with the manager and reference checks, you can choose a start date.
Additional Information
We warmly welcome everyone to apply and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. If you have any particular needs, please talk to a manager, and we can consider possible adjustments.
We conduct ID checks for all volunteers and require one reference upon application. If you have any difficulties providing a reference, please speak to a manager for assistance.
If you need help with your application please contact us at givetime@oxfam.org.uk