Your Pride In London

Year after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part as a Pride in London volunteer.

Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration.. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take.

Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all.

With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony!

Pride in London stands committed to truly representing every facet of our community. We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our focus is on enriching the diversity of our volunteers, ensuring that Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled, Trans, and all communities are vividly reflected within our teams.

Application Closing: 26th November

Interviews: W/B 1st & 8th December 

Please note that we reserve the right to close roles before the advertised closing date, should we receive too many applicants. Early applications are advised.

Your Role

Role Start Date: ASAP or January 2026

Role End/Review Date: August 2026

Are you a highly organised individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for managing digital content? We are seeking a dedicated Volunteer Content Editor / Web Administrator to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and maintenance of our charity’s website and digital platforms.

Working closely with the Head of Digital Content, you will be the guardian of our digital content, primarily focusing on publishing, editing, and scheduling website material using our Content Management System (CMS). This role is perfect for someone who thrives on maintaining structure, has excellent editorial skills, and wants to ensure our digital presence effectively communicates our mission and supports the LGBTQ+ community.

Your Responsibilities

The Content Editor / Web Administrator will be responsible for the following key areas:

1. Content Publication: Accurately upload, format, and publish new articles, news posts, event details, and program information provided by various teams onto the charity website (CMS).

2. Editorial Review: Edit and proofread all website copy before publication to ensure flawless grammar, clear tone, brand consistency, and adherence to inclusive language guidelines.

3. Website Maintenance: Conduct regular audits of website pages to identify and fix broken links, outdated information, and technical errors, ensuring continuous site health.

4. Digital Asset Management: Organise, tag, and manage the website's image and video library, ensuring all media is properly optimised for the web and adheres to copyright laws.

5. Accessibility Compliance: Ensure all published content meets basic Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards, particularly concerning readability and image descriptions 

What you'll bring to Pride in London

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical and editorial skills, including:

1. Content Management System (CMS) Proficiency: Practical, hands-on experience working with a major CMS (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, or similar).

2. Editing and Proofreading: Exceptional attention to detail with advanced skills in grammar, spelling, and journalistic or professional style editing.

3. Basic HTML/CSS: Familiarity with basic HTML and CSS is essential for formatting content and troubleshooting minor display issues.

4. Organisational Skills: High level of organisation and the ability to manage content assets, deadlines, and a consistent publishing schedule.

5. Reliability and Consistency: Proven track record of reliability and commitment to regular, predictable volunteer hours.

6. Digital Accessibility Awareness: Understanding of the basic principles of making digital content accessible to all users.

7. Familiarity with Inclusive Language: Commitment to using and promoting sensitive, current, and inclusive language appropriate for the LGBTQ+ community.

What you’ll get joining Pride in London

• A Chance to Build New Connections: Pride In London is made up of a diverse collection of individuals, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and activists.

• Sense of Volunteer Purpose and Contribution: Volunteering with Pirde In London gives you the chance to be part of an important annual event which creates an impact on over a million attendees. Many of who it may be their first Pride or their first time in London.

• Networking Opportunities: Volunteers often get the chance to work alongside and interact with key figures and groups within the LGBTQ+ community aswell as hundreds of volunteers from all walks of life.

• Fun and Enjoyment: Volunteering at Pride puts you within a fun, celebratory and vibrant atmosphere, with the opportunity to volunteer at both Pride Event Day and many other events year round.

• Contribution to Social Change: Through volunteering with Pride In London, you will actively be contributing to the ongoing fight for equality and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community, and in turn, helping to create a more inclusive society

Diversity & Inclusion

• Pride in London embraces diversity and inclusion.. We recognise that diversity of background, experience and thought enrich our community and empower innovation.

• We welcome and encourage volunteer applications from candidates of all gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds as well as ages, sexual orientations, abilities, beliefs and experiences. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their true selves fosters creativity and community.

• Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities to qualified volunteers without judgement or discrimination. As a member of our team, you can expect fair treatment and genuine consideration.

• If this role resonates with your passion for creating positive change, we invite you to apply.