Computer Network Volunteer

For Basingstoke Community Radio

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Basingstoke Radio is a vibrant, growing community radio station dedicated to bringing local news, great music, and engaging talk shows to our borough. Run entirely by passionate volunteers, we provide a voice for local people, charities, and businesses.

The Role

As  our Computer Network Volunteer, you will play a vital role in ensuring our studio computers, servers, and broadcasting equipment stay connected. Whether you are an experienced IT professional looking to give back, or a student wanting to build a real-world portfolio, this role offers a great opportunity to support local community media.

Key Responsibilities

  • Network Maintenance: Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain our local studio network (wired and Wi-Fi).
  • Hardware Setup: Assist in setting up and configuring network switches, routers, firewalls, and network-attached storage (NAS).
  • Security & Backups: Ensure our network is secure from external threats and help manage regular data backups for audio archives and station software.
  • Troubleshooting: Provide occasional technical support to our presenters and staff when connectivity issues arise.
  • Documentation: Maintain simple, clear records of the network setup, passwords (stored securely), and hardware configurations.

This role can be carried out at home or in the studio and is expected to take between 2 & 3 hours a week with a need for increased availability during recruitment drives or special events.

What’s in It for You?

  • Build Your Portfolio: Gain hands-on experience managing a live, active network environment.
  • Community Impact: Know that your technical skills directly keep our community station broadcasting.
  • Flexible Volunteering: We can work around your existing job, studies, or personal commitments.
  • Friendly Team: Join a welcoming, creative group of local radio enthusiasts.

If you are interested, please express your interest.



What skills do I need?

What We Are Looking For

  • Good knowledge of basic networking concepts (IP addressing, DHCP, DNS, LAN/WAN, and Wi-Fi setup).
  • Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
  • A hands-on, problem-solving attitude.
  • Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical volunteers in a friendly manner.
  • Reliability and a commitment to keeping our station online.
  • (Desirable but not essential) Experience with audio streaming protocols or studio-over-IP technology.



Interests

  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Civic Responsibility and Communities

Activities

  • Computers, IT and Websites

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
    Informal chat
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

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Availability Details

This is a flexible role and can be carried out at home or in the Studio

Location

Suite 4, The Clock Tower
Chineham Shopping Centre
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8BQ

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