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We're looking for a creative social media volunteer to build our audience across social media, keep all platforms up to date with original content and promote our initiatives with on brand messages on a weekly basis.
The Mental Health Community are a registered charity created out of a passion to improve mental health services and the belief that community is crucial to delivering the means for sustainable recovery for everyone with mental ill-health.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
-Ensuring all social media is up to date and has original content on it.
-Maintaining the baseline number of posts through scheduling.
-Supporting the team to be interactive to what is going on in social media and responding in real time when possible
-Keeping up-to-date with the team, staying in regular contact through email/whatsapp/phone and meetings.
-Create varied and original content using the marketing strategy as a guide
-Working with others in the team to grow our networks.
-Analysing the effects of social media and creating a quarterly report on what has worked well and what has not.
-Being creative and developing new ways of communicating with customers/supporters.
-General promotion of our ethos and advocacy of the issues throughout the duration of the role.
Salary: Voluntary position.
Location: Working from home, remotely
Hours: Approximately 3 hours per week fully flexible, however a baseline of posts must be delivered each week.
Skills/attributes/knowledge/experience
Essential:
Some experience in using Instagram and LinkedIn to support cause/charity/events.
Committed to providing the minimum output of posts as agreed with the team.
Creative and imaginative thinking.
Interested in our causes and ethos around mental health
Lived experience of mental ill health
Proven written communication skills
Proven IT skills and an internet connection
Competent with social media and digital communication tools.
Confident to work on own initiative with minimum supervision but knowing when to consult with and inform others
Organised, able to set and meet own targets and goals
Ability to work to fixed timelines
Desirable:
Experience of coordinating others to contribute to projects.
Experience of working in the third sector.
Verbal communication skills.
Equal Opportunities
The Mental Health Community (registered charity number 1184442) are committed to achieving an inclusive environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination for everyone who works within and accesses our organisation and services.
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Zestful Blends addresses the challenges of modern urban living where people often struggle to access convenient, health-oriented food options that support both their well-being and environmental sustainability. Our solution is a comprehensive menu of fruit-based foods that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By sourcing local, organic produce and using eco-conscious packaging, we offer a range of products from smoothies to fruit salads that meet the demands of health-aware individuals and contribute to a more sustainable community.
Zestful Blends is an innovative health-focused fruit bar that combines a physical storefront with corporate partnerships and an AI-integrated online delivery system to offer fresh, nutritious, and eco-friendly fruit-based products in Vancouver.
ADMINISTRATION
- As the Administrative Coordinator at Zestful Blends, your organizational skills will be essential in streamlining our day-to-day operations. Your role encompasses managing schedules, handling communications, overseeing administrative tasks, and supporting our team to ensure operational efficiency. You will serve as the backbone of our startup, facilitating a well-organized environment that enables us to focus on delivering high-quality, fruit-based products and services to our community.
- Volunteer 4-6 hours per week remotely for 6 months.
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Zestful Blends addresses the challenges of modern urban living where people often struggle to access convenient, health-oriented food options that support both their well-being and environmental sustainability. Our solution is a comprehensive menu of fruit-based foods that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By sourcing local, organic produce and using eco-conscious packaging, we offer a range of products from smoothies to fruit salads that meet the demands of health-aware individuals and contribute to a more sustainable community.
Zestful Blends is an innovative health-focused fruit bar that combines a physical storefront with corporate partnerships and an AI-integrated online delivery system to offer fresh, nutritious, and eco-friendly fruit-based products in Vancouver.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- As our Startup Launch & Product Development Manager, you will be at the helm of bringing Zestful Blends' vision to life. Your initial focus will be on managing the launch of our startup, overseeing the orchestration of various tasks leading up to the grand opening, and ensuring a seamless introduction of our brand to the market. Following the launch, your role will pivot to the continuous development and management of new product introductions, leading the charge from ideation through execution. You will be responsible for maintaining timelines, coordinating with different departments, and ensuring that each product rollout embodies the essence of our fruit-forward brand and meets our commitment to health and sustainability.
- Volunteer 4-6 hours per week remotely for 6 months.
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Overview: As a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser for our women's menstrual health charity in Malawi, dedicated to ending period poverty, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to improve access to menstrual health products, education, and support for women and girls in Malawi. By leading fundraising efforts, you will directly contribute to expanding our programs, reaching more individuals, and making a meaningful impact on menstrual health equity in Malawi.
Responsibilities:
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Fundraising Strategy Development: Collaborate with the executive team to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy tailored to the context and needs of Malawi. Identify and prioritise fundraising opportunities, campaigns, and initiatives to achieve fundraising goals.
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Donor Cultivation and Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with individual donors, local businesses, philanthropic organisations, and other potential supporters in the UK and Malawi. Develop personalized cultivation strategies to engage donors, communicate impact, and solicit contributions.
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Grant Research and Proposal Writing: Conduct research to identify grant opportunities from local and international foundations, NGOs, and government agencies. Prepare high-quality grant proposals and applications, adhering to funder guidelines and deadlines.
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Community Outreach and Awareness: Raise awareness about menstrual health issues and our organisation's work by supporting local women in community outreach activities, including workshops, presentations, and networking events in order to amplify our message and reach underserved populations.
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Online Fundraising Campaigns: Plan and execute online fundraising campaigns using digital platforms and social media channels. Develop compelling campaign content, appeals, and engagement strategies to attract donors and mobilise support from a wider audience.
Qualifications:
- Passion for women's health, menstrual equity, and social impact in Malawi.
- Previous experience in fundraising, development, or related fields preferred.
- Strong communication skills in English
- Knowledge of the local philanthropic landscape, fundraising regulations, and cultural sensitivities in Malawi.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet fundraising targets within a flexible schedule.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising software, and online platforms.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in fundraising practices.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a tangible difference in improving menstrual health outcomes for women and girls in Malawi.
- Professional development and networking opportunities in the field of fundraising and international development.
- Flexible schedule and remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute your skills and expertise from anywhere.
Join us in advancing menstrual health equity in Malawi and empowering women and girls to thrive. Apply now to become a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser and be part of our dedicated team driving positive change in the community.
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As a trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Talk Lipoedema. Your expertise, passion, and commitment will contribute to our vision: ensuring that everyone with lipoedema receives an accurate diagnosis and access to comprehensive services and support. By joining our team, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by this condition.
Consideration will be given to candidates who have experience within the following skill areas:
· A Medical or Allied Professions background
· Campaigning on health issues
· Grant and Funding sourcing
· Marketing, PR
· Social Media Management
Why We Need You: As a trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Talk Lipoedema. Your expertise, passion, and commitment will contribute to our vision: ensuring that everyone with lipoedema receives an accurate diagnosis and access to comprehensive services and support. By joining our team, you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by this condition.
We would particularly welcome candidates from under-represented groups including women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people and young people. Strong empathy with the experiences of people affected by challenging health conditions is an essential requirement. Previous trustee experience is desirable but not essential.
Opportunities for training and development and to work in an organisation which is made up of extraordinary people who are passionate, innovative, flexible, dedicated, professional and fun.
Join us in our mission to transform lives and raise awareness about lipoedema. Together, we can make a lasting impact!
Learn more about Talk Lipoedema and our initiatives on our website: Talk Lipoedema.
We aim to support and empower you by providing trusted information for you, your family, and professionals on how you can live well with lipoedema
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Zestful Blends addresses the challenges of modern urban living where people often struggle to access convenient, health-oriented food options that support both their well-being and environmental sustainability. Our solution is a comprehensive menu of fruit-based foods that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly. By sourcing local, organic produce and using eco-conscious packaging, we offer a range of products from smoothies to fruit salads that meet the demands of health-aware individuals and contribute to a more sustainable community.
Zestful Blends is an innovative health-focused fruit bar that combines a physical storefront with corporate partnerships and an AI-integrated online delivery system to offer fresh, nutritious, and eco-friendly fruit-based products in Vancouver.
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER (CMO)
- Zestful Blends is on the lookout for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to lead our marketing efforts, blending digital prowess with local market intuition to elevate our brand presence. As CMO, you will architect and execute comprehensive marketing strategies that drive brand awareness, engage our target audience, and boost sales across both digital and physical landscapes. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping our narrative, fostering partnerships, and leading our marketing team towards innovative campaigns that resonate with our core values and product offerings. You'll analyze market trends, oversee digital campaigns, and spearhead local marketing initiatives to ensure Zestful Blends becomes a household name in the health-conscious community.
- Volunteer 7-9 hours per week remotely for 6 months
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Age UK Notts are seeking individuals who would like to be considered as a volunteer for the NEW Companion Service which launches on 1st April 2024.
Volunteers will be supporting people remotely, in their own homes and in the community within Nottingham and Nottinghamshire and ideally, we ask all applicants to provide a minimum of 1 hour volunteering a week.
The companion service volunteer can choose to be:
• A companion telephone/video caller
• A companion within the person’s home
• A companion outside the person’s home
• Or a combination of all three.
Examples of the type of support the service offers include:
• Telephone / video calls for an older person/s on a regular basis at a mutually agreed time for a friendly chat.
• Supporting an older person/s hobbies and interests or simply chatting with them in their own home on a regular basis.
• Supporting with digital access & building confidence skills & motivation to access the opportunities of the internet.
• Supporting the person outside of their home e.g., by accompanying them on a walk, to the shops, to a café, garden centre, theatre or cinema or other social activities / community groups.
• Where appropriate, supporting the older person to access other services through information and signposting or referring to the Companion Service Coordinator for support.
We are looking for the following skills/interests:
• Individuals with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people who are committed to volunteering on a regular basis.
• Commitment to complete our Volunteer Report Form accurately and regularly.
• Ability to travel for visits in the local community either by car or public transport for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
• Digital literacy for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
Please do note, however, that at the moment we are not looking for Volunteer Telephone Companions.
We are looking for volunteers with good daytime availability in specific areas of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire
***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
Please contact the volunteering team for further information
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Do you enjoy organising things and making this happen?
Are you able to volunteer a few hours a week?
Yes? We’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a further 12 admin volunteers to help with our daily operations. We have a variety of ways you can get involved:
- Responding to client requests and enquiries
- Managing and updating company databases
- Keeping track of partnership enquiries
- Maintaining internal, volunteer, and client records
- Drafting and mailing client correspondence and newsletters
- Organising events, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements
- Providing administrative support to other departments or projects as needed
- Performing other duties as agreed in advance
We’ve designed our volunteering programme to be flexible and adaptive to you. All volunteering is 100% remote and you’re supported fully by our team. You control what you do and how many hours per week you want to volunteer. Some roles may require an Enhanced DBS check. If your application is successful, we will ask for a donation towards the cost of your enhanced DBS check if it's required for your role. This cost is £20.60.
Here’s some further information on what’s needed:
Are you over 18 and living in the UK?
You must be over the 18 years of age and live permanently in the UK. You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.
Do you have a laptop?
A laptop and a quiet space to volunteer is essential.
How much time can you give?
A minimum of 3 hours per week is required. We are flexible and like to work around you.
Training
We provide CPD accredited training with 3 short courses needing to be completed prior starting your volunteer role. After, you’ll have access to over 90 CPD accredited courses should you want to study further.
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We are looking for self-motivated and compassionate individuals to help deliver our Helpline service and make a difference to the lives of anyone affected by cancer.
The Helpline offers those with cancer a chance to share their feelings and experiences with someone who has empathy for what they are going through. Helpline Volunteers create a safe and welcoming environment, listen, and provide emotional support and signposting individuals onto further information.
No special qualifications are needed for this role, but access to a telephone in a comfortable quiet setting is essential.
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Amazing, giving, inspiring and awesome are just a few of the words we would use to describe our volunteers!
Our volunteers play an integral part in the services we provide and the people we support. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you will really make a difference whilst gaining experience along the way, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness.
About the role
Do you love creating engaging content and connecting with people? Rethink Mental Illness is looking for Social Media Volunteers who can bring our online community to life!
Our social media volunteers use their passion and knowledge of social media to promote the activities of our local services and groups in Central England though various channels, for example, TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.
Working closely with the Head of Area, you will be remote based at home, with some occasional travel for events (expenses reimbursed), and ideally will be able to commit up to 4 hours per week to volunteering.
You will receive training and regular supervision to ensure you feel confident in your role. This role is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer.
What you will be doing as a Social Media Volunteer
- Help to co-ordinate our Quarterly newsletters and content schedule
- Work with other volunteers and the Head of Area to capture events, meeting updates, good news stories
- Support the creation of fun and captivating email and newsletters
- Creating regular engaging content across all our social media platforms including, story posts, blogs, articles, multimedia content.
- Monitoring activity, analytics and engagement with content
What will make you a great fit for this role?
- An eye for fun and engaging content, with ability to think creatively when sharing content
- A strong writer – must have a good voice online, relatable to our target audience and in line with our brand identity and tone of voice
- Good written communication skills, with accuracy and good attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and motivated to work as an individual.
- Social media experience
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
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Amazing, giving, inspiring and awesome are just a few of the words we would use to describe our volunteers.
Our volunteers play an integral part in the services we provide and the people we support. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you will really make a difference whilst gaining experience along the way, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness.
About the role
Do you have great administration and IT skills and enjoy meeting new people? Want a flexible voluntary role that allows you to make a difference to peoples’ lives? Then read on!
We are looking for a Volunteer On-line Meeting Assistant to support the Head of Area (Central Region) with organising and preparing for monthly and quarterly virtual meetings, and on occasion events or conferences.
You will be remote based at home, with some occasional travel for face-to-face meetings (expenses reimbursed), and ideally will be able to commit up to 4 hours per week to volunteering, during usual office hours Monday to Friday.
You will receive training and regular supervision to ensure you feel confident in your role.
What you will be doing as a Volunteer On-line Meeting Assistant
The majority of meetings are held virtually on-line via MS Teams. You will support the Head of Area (and meeting Chair) by:
- Co-ordinating meeting invitations (via MS Teams), attendee registration and apologies
- Distributing documents in advance of meetings
- Take notes of the meeting and share these with attendees, eg, updating SharePoint
- General meeting support, share any slides, launch polls and set up break out rooms as required during virtual meetings
- Co-ordinate and collate post event evaluations and feedback
- Develop and maintain information systems, eg, attendee contact details and distribution lists
What will make you a great fit for this role?
- Experience of note taking
- Good listening & orgnisational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft office packages, Outlook and MS Teams
- Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Warm, friendly, empathetic and able to connect with people from a range of backgrounds
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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All our Benefits Advocates play an integral role within our Information and Advice team and last year helped us to identify over £2.5 million in unclaimed welfare benefits entitlement for older people in the county. This money is life changing for our clients; improving quality of life and wellbeing, and supporting local services
We are looking for volunteers who are patient, sensitive and reliable, to assist older people to complete benefit forms such as Attendance Allowance. Appointments are usually in the older person's own home but can sometimes take place over the telephone. Full training and ongoing support are provided by our friendly and knowledgeable team.
Our volunteers will also raise awareness of and promote Age UK Devon services to clients, and record details of any other queries or concerns so that our Advisors can follow up with clients.
Skills required for this role are:
· Ability to empathise with others.
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
· Understanding of confidentiality.
· Patience, sensitivity, and reliability.
· Ability to respond appropriately to different and sometimes difficult situations.
· Working as a team member, referring to other team members when appropriate.
· Ability to work unsupervised and manage appointments.
· Good computer skills.
· Knowledge of the Benefits System (training will be provided).
Age UK Devon’s aim is to improve the lives of older people in Devon through delivering services and activities, promoting wellbeing and health, increase independence and access to local services as well as supporting families and carers - enabling people to get the most out of life.
Our volunteers donate their time to enable us to provide fantastic added value to our services and activities and bring a wealth of skills and knowledge to our organisation.
Our aim is to help you enjoy your role and to gain personal satisfaction on your volunteer journey with us – can you be the person we need to help us in supporting and making a positive difference to people in later life in the county?
If you would like an informal discussion about this role or have any queries, please contact Sarah Gunn – Advice and Wellbeing Manager (see our website for details)
Or if you would like to apply please visit Age UK Devon for more information on the role and how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Share Psychotherapy is a long-standing psychotherapy charity providing long term, low cost therapy. We specifically aim to help people who cannot afford or cannot access therapy elsewhere. If you would like to joinn our board and help to guide and grow the charity as we move into our next phase we would like to hear from you!
We are especially interested in hearing from people with clinical, therapeutic or safeguarding experience but are looking for people with experience & skills in any of the following:
- Fundraising
- Service user involvement
- Web design and digital marketing
- Management and business systems
- Clinical management - especially in mental health
- High-level psychotherapeutic skills and experience
- Accounting, Budget Management & Financial Risk management
Share Psychotherapy is one of Sheffield’s leading mental health charities. Established for over 40 years we offer medium to long term therapy at nominal fees, primarily to people on low incomes. This therapy is delivered through a range of psychodynamic & creative modalities. We therefore work at the vital intersection of psychological distress & poverty in the city, providing high quality, long term therapy to people who could not otherwise obtain such help, especially those on low incomes.
Our clients are often experiencing serious mental and emotional distress, through anxiety, depression, difficulty with relationships or traumatic life events.
We are part way through a change process at Share - developing and strengthening our clinical services, improving our administrative and business systems and strengthening our financial position. We want to build upon our position as a centre of excellence in psychotherapy and make an even bigger contribution to improving mental health in Sheffield.
Would you like to help us in this venture? We are looking for people with specialist skills who are willing to help in a voluntary capacity; either as a trustee on our board, or as a specialist volunteer contributing on a project basis. We are willing to consider a wide range of contributions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Joining Respond as a Trustee - January 2024
Background Information
Founded in 1991, Respond is a national charity that seeks to transform the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced trauma. We are committed to bringing about positive change for our clients and their families, enabling them to lead richer and more resilient lives.
Respond's services for children, young people and adults are:
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Survivors' psychotherapy
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Family support services
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Advocacy, including ISVA and domestic abuse services.
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Training, consultancy and reflective practice
Respond supports charities that campaign for equality and inclusion with the aim to prevent abuse and equip individuals and their families to come to terms with their experiences and live more positive lives.
Our specialist training, supervision, reflective practice and consultancy equips agencies and health / social care providers to deliver trauma-informed services. This includes responding to and providing consultancy and training for significant events such as institutional abuse.
Our income base is diverse with trust funds and grants continuing to be a vital part of maintaining core services Respond offers, alongside donations from trusts and foundations. We also continue to have larger ongoing or spot contracts for our work for NHS commissioners and local authorities.
It is a good opportunity to join Respond's Board at this time, following our restructure and as we move towards the last year of our current strategy for 2022-25. Following a challenging period due to changing funding landscape and closure of some services, we will be focused on consolidation and improving impact measurement to secure long-term financial sustainability.
The role of the Board of Trustees
The Trustees (or 'Board members') are trustees of the charity and directors of the limited company. They are responsible for the governance, setting the strategic direction and monitoring the implementation of the strategy. The Board ensures that the charity acts in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.
The Board has responsibility for:
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ensuring the charity acts in accordance with its charitable purpose and is providing public benefit and meets its legal obligations;
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making decisions in the best interests of the charity;
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developing the multi-year strategy;
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monitoring the management of the finances and resources of the organisation (operations, budget, property, workforce and tenders);
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monitoring performance, quality and impact;
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appointing and appraising the CEO.
Who we’re looking for
Following a recent skills audit within the current Board, the Board is seeking trustees with the following skills or experiences;
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Finance - This person will have a financial qualification and will enable the Board to ensure the sound financial health of the charity. The person will collaborate with the Finance Director to ensure that the organisation has systems that meet sector best practice and ensures financial accountability. This trustee will be the Treasurer and chair the Finance Committee.
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Human Resources (HR) - This person will have experience in working in HR roles, preferably in the voluntary sector. This person will help review and strengthen Respond’s HR policies, set up and lead the people committee and guide the Leadership team in dealing with complex HR issues including change management.
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Fundraising, Marketing and Comms – This person will work closely with our Head of Development and Commissioning on our income strategy and communications strategy.
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Psychotherapy /working in a trauma informed setting – As an organisation providing psychotherapy and arts therapies for autistic people and people with learning disabilities, we are looking for a trustee with experience of working as a therapist with a systems-psychodynamic approach.
The Board wants to ensure that the charity's 'beneficiaries' are represented in its governance. We encourage applications from people who have lived experience of autism, learning disabilities and/or trauma-informed work (either directly or through family members). How the Board carries out meetings will also be reviewed to accommodate adjustments requested by new trustees with learning disabilities or who are autistic. (Please refer to a separate document if you or someone you know with lived experience may be interested)
Person Specification
The following knowledge, experience and skills are essential for the role:
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a commitment to the mission of Respond;
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senior experience, ideally including one or more of the following areas – finance, human resources, fundraising/marketing, legal, compliance, hard-to-reach communities, caring/social care, psychotherapy, commissioning.
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ability to identify creative solutions to problems within limited resources;
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good analytical skills;
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ability to think strategically;
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independence and flexibility in thinking;
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ability to communicate efficiently and connect with a wide range of people, internally and externally;
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a willingness to meet the minimum time requirement (see below);
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an understanding of the legal duties of trusteeship set out in the Charity Commission's 'The Essential Trustee'; and
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an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to make decisions for the good of Respond.
Trustees will be expected to demonstrate the following personal attributes:
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good interpersonal skills including listening;
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commitment to excellence and high expectations of self and others;
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values people and the contribution of all stakeholders;
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sound judgment;
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team-oriented with a supportive approach.
Respond is dedicated to developing opportunities for Trustees to be appointed reflecting greater and varied diversity among our Board of Trustees, so we welcome applications by suitably qualified candidates irrespective of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital or parental status, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We particularly welcome applications from Black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented on the board.
What we offer
New trustees will:
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Receive induction and training;
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Develop new skills and competencies;
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Meet new people and develop professional networks;
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Contribute to ensuring that the charity offers high quality effective services to autistic people and people with learning disabilities who have experienced trauma, who are in need;
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An annual appraisal
Time requirement - What is involved?
Trustees attend eight Board meetings per year approximately every six-eight weeks currently on a Tuesday evening 5:30pm to 8pm. Meetings are in London, and remote access is available for trustees who live/work outside London.
Each Trustee is expected to be an active member of the Respond community, committing 5 to 10 hours per month to the charity which may also involve being on a sub-committee such as; Finance Committee, Clinical Governance and Safeguarding Committee each of which meets four times per year, typically during normal office hours online or in London.
Trustees are expected to attend an induction session at Respond prior to their first Board meeting. Trustees are expected to attend all Board meetings. Other meetings are away-days over a weekend.
Trustees are invited to the annual general meeting, which takes place typically in November.
Trustees may claim expenses incurred in effectively carrying out their duties, in accordance with Respond’s Trustee Expenses Policy.
Papers are distributed one week in advance of meetings. In addition, Trustees are expected to review documents and communicate with other board members and senior staff between meetings. Every effort will be made to ensure that trustees with learning disabilities or who are neurodiverse have access to documents in formats that they can understand or have the support available for them to fully participate as trustees.
Occasionally, circumstances may require urgent meetings (either face-to-face or virtual) to examine strategic issues or items requiring Board approval
Duration of the role
Board terms are for a five-year term following which the person can be elected to serve another three years.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you welcome the opportunity to ensure neurodivergent young people and adults, people with learning disabilities and their families, lead healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives?
Would you be interested in becoming a Trustee and applying your skills, expertise, and knowledge to ensure we have a brighter and more sustainable future and continue to grow to meet the ever-increasing need and changing demands of the community we serve?
If the answer to these questions is YES, we would love to hear from you.
Hamelin was founded 40 years ago by two families raising children with learning disabilities, in order to provide life-enriching support that was not readily available, affordable, or easy to access for families just like them. This mission still drives us today and sits at the heart of what we do.
We proudly support families and the community across Essex through our specialist and community outreach services. Our aim is to help the people we support to navigate all aspects of their life; providing care and access to training, employment and leisure opportunities, together with respite for families in need of a much-valued break.
We also have an eye on the future and seek to appoint two new trustees to our board, a dedicated, passionate, and high-performing team who are incredibly proud of being part of Hamelin Trust.
We are looking for individuals who can help us sharpen our thinking and bring new and diverse voices and backgrounds within CARE or INCOME GENERATION to support, drive, and help us deliver our plans.
Previous experience as a Trustee is not necessary, as we are committed to full and appropriate induction, mentoring, training, and support for all new Trustees.
Closing date: 30th April 2024
Please stipulate which role you are applying for in your application
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.