Board of trustees volunteer roles in grays, thurrock
About us:
Women in Sport exists to ensure that every girl and woman can experience the joy, fulfilment, and lifelong benefits of sport. We challenge gender inequality by exposing barriers, developing and promoting policies and solutions and inspiring change through collaboration and influence.
As we look to the future, we’re seeking women and men who share our belief that sport can transform lives - leaders ready to help us drive equality from the playground to the pitch, from grassroots to governance.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, and from men who actively champion gender equality and can positively influence others to do the same.
We are keen to hear from women and men who have one (or more) of the following:
· Deep knowledge of, and credibility in, professional sport, either as an elite athlete or a coach
· An involvement in high level sports governance and regulation, ideally with existing government contacts
· Senior leadership experience in major corporations
· Expertise in film, media or digital storytelling to reach and inspire large audiences
· Involvement and experience of grassroots or sport for development
· Specialism in branding and marketing
Your role responsibilities will include:
· Developing and supporting Women in Sport's vision and strategy in line with its charitable purpose
· Collaborating with the Board and Executive team to ensure board effectiveness
· Ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and risk management across the organisation
· Representing and championing Women in Sport by being an advocate and ambassador
· Being the guardian of our reputation seeking to ensure Women in Sport maintains its leading position in advocacy for women and girls in sport
· In partnership with other Trustees, providing guidance, support and challenge to the CEO and executive team
Key experience, skills and attributes required:
· Experience operating at Board in a non-executive or executive capacity
· Demonstrable ability of being a trusted advisor to a wide range of stakeholders, including executive management
· Detailed understanding of the boundaries which exist between the Executive and the Non-Executive
· Proven ability to provide strategic oversight of organisational performance and long-term planning
· Strong personal commitment to Women in Sport’s vision and purpose
· A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
Terms of Appointment:
· The equivalent of circa 8-12 days per year are required. This will include four Board meetings, as well as additional committee meetings and one strategy day per year and representing the organisation in an ambassadorial capacity
· All Women in Sport Trustee appointments are non-remunerated. Expenses are available for all WiS related work
· It is expected that new Trustees will commit for at least one term of three years
Please see the job description for a full list of responsibilities and the criteria required for this role.
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Would you like to be involved in the founding of a new charity that supports young people through grief and loss? At Beyond Tomorrow, we support young people through grief and loss with compassion, guidance, and hope. Join us to help shape brighter futures for those finding their way beyond loss.
Job Title: Trustee (Treasurer Role)
Location: Kent- but this role can be done virtually.
Time Commitment: Around 3–5 hours per month
Reporting to: The Board of Trustees
About the Role:
We’re a charity dedicated to helping young people and families navigate grief, loss, and emotional wellbeing. As our Treasurer, you’ll play a key part in keeping us financially accountable making sure we can keep supporting young people in the best way possible. You don’t have to be an accountant; we just need someone confident with numbers, organised, willing to learn and passionate about making a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance Management
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Keep track of the charity’s income and spending.
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Manage the charity’s bank account and ensure everything matches our records.
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Work with the other trustees to plan an annual budget and keep an eye on how we’re doing.
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Prepare simple finance reports for trustee meetings so everyone understands how funds are being used.
Reporting & Compliance
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Help prepare our yearly accounts and returns for the Charity Commission.
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Make sure we’re following all the right financial policies and keeping our records clear and transparent.
Advising the Board
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Explain financial info in plain English so everyone feels confident making decisions.
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Support us in planning sustainable income streams (like grants, donations, and fundraising).
What We’re Looking For:
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Someone confident with money management, budgets, or spreadsheets (finance or bookkeeping experience is great but not essential!).
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Reliable, detail-oriented, and honest.
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Friendly communicator who can make numbers make sense.
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Passionate about supporting young people, families, and communities through loss and mental health challenges.
Commitment & Expenses:
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This is a voluntary role — trustees are not paid, but reasonable expenses (like travel or supplies) will be reimbursed.
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We usually meet once every 1–2 months, and you’ll also help out a little between meetings when needed.
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You also have the opportunity to be involved in the charity's community work, however there is no expectation of this.
What You’ll Get Out of It:
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A meaningful role where your skills make a real difference.
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The chance to help shape a starting charity and see the impact firsthand.
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Experience in the charity sector, finance, strategy, and leadership.
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A warm, supportive team that actually cares about the cause
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A great addition to your CV for employers.
At Beyond Tomorrow, we support young people through grief and loss with compassion, guidance, and hope.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Focussed, networking role within our GoParksLondon project, where your initiative and communication skills help to grow and develop park friends' groups by running a network of volunteer groups. This is underpinned by maintaining an online map of publicly accessible parks and green spaces which can also display information about volunteer Park Friends Groups and about the parks themselves.
In this niche role you will seek out, connect with and develop relationships with a variety of groups, to support a range of creative parks-based community initiatives to engage with people across London. Liaising with the board of trustees and community partners locally, you will identify innovative solutions that are co-designed to help overcome peoples’ barriers to engagement.
This role is integral to sustaining the GoParksLondon project , which has been going for seven years and is well known and loved by London’s Park Friends Groups. Additionally, many London boroughs are increasingly working alongside us, recognising the valuable role Park Friends Groups play.
Initiative, networking and organisational skills are ideal for this mainly home-based role, with occasional attendance at our London office.
Time commitment - 7-15 hours per week, flexibly deployed.
Our Vision is that by 2030 London has become a well-planned, climate resilient, nature rich city.



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Progressive Farming Trust is looking for new board members
Progressive Farming Trust is a charity working to advance collective knowledge and practice in environmentally sensitive and organic farming.
We focus on three main areas:
- Enhancing knowledge exchange, education, and training that drive on-farm action
- Supporting farm businesses to adopt more resilient and sustainable models
- Strengthening shorter, fairer supply chains that empower both farmers and consumers
To help deliver these priorities we run:
- Agricology, a free information hub where farmers and growers can access practical guidance about sustainable agriculture
- Dean Organic Fund, offering small interest free loans to organic farmers
Established in 1980, the Trust has a long history of supporting progressive farming. For many years we worked as the Organic Research Centre, and following a de-merger in September 2025, we have refocused our activities and are now developing a new strategy to guide our future work.
We are recruiting up to four new volunteer Directors to join our Board and help strengthen the organisation. The Board currently meets quarterly (around one day every three months), either in person or online.
We welcome applications from people who bring any of the following:
- Experience as a grower, farmer, or food producer
- Knowledge of charity sector finance
- An interest in improving uptake of knowledge and skills in sustainable agriculture and food supply chains
We are actively working to build a more inclusive and diverse Board and particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in food growing, farming, and the environmental sector. We value lived experience as well as professional expertise.
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Treasurer (Trustee) – Share Your Heart of Gold with SUNSHINE
Loneliness is one of the fastest-growing epidemics of our time. Across London, thousands of people feel isolated, disconnected, and unseen. At SUNSHINE, we believe no one should feel alone. Our mission is to bring sunshine into people’s lives through grassroots, community-led programmes that spark joy, foster friendships, and transform lives.
We are now seeking a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and lead on the set-up, development, and management of all financial aspects at SUNSHINE. This is a pivotal role ensuring our charity is financially sustainable, well-governed, and equipped to grow its impact across London.
Why This Role Matters
Strong financial management is the backbone of any successful charity. As Treasurer, you will safeguard SUNSHINE’s resources, ensure transparency and accountability, and help us build a resilient organisation that can deliver joy and connection for years to come. Your leadership will give confidence to funders, partners, and volunteers that SUNSHINE is a charity they can trust.
What You’ll Do
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Lead financial management: Establish and oversee systems, controls, and reporting for SUNSHINE’s finances.
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Guide the Board: Provide financial insight and advice to fellow Trustees, supporting strategic decision-making.
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Ensure compliance: Oversee budgets, accounts, and statutory obligations, ensuring SUNSHINE meets charity governance standards.
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Support sustainability: Help identify funding opportunities and ensure resources are used effectively.
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Champion transparency: Build confidence among stakeholders by ensuring clear, accurate financial reporting.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people with a Heart of Gold who believe in community, joy, and togetherness. Ideally, you will bring:
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Experience in financial management, accounting, or charity finance.
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Knowledge of charity governance and compliance (desirable but not essential).
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Organisational skills to set up and manage financial systems and processes.
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Leadership qualities to serve as a Trustee and guide SUNSHINE’s strategic direction.
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A commitment to impact and a passion for tackling loneliness.
Join Us
At SUNSHINE, the Treasurer is more than a financial manager — they are the guardian of sustainability, the steward of trust, and the architect of growth. Together, we can turn the tide on loneliness and create a London where everyone feels part of something bigger, brighter, and more joyful.
Step forward. Shine bright. Share your Heart of Gold. Because when you lead our finances, you’re not just balancing books — you’re helping bring sunshine into countless lives.
SUNSHINE
Loneliness Charity in London
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.
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Build on Belief is a charity dedicated to helping people who have, or have had issues with drugs and alcohol use, working to improve and sustain their health and wellbeing in order they can recover to lead fulfilling lives. Bring your accountancy and financial experience and skills to become a voluntary trustee and Honorary Treasurer for a growing and innovative organisation and help make a difference across diverse communities in London and SE England. If you’ve experience in accountancy and finance and perhaps even your own lived experience, then you could help us take the organisation forward.
What we do
BoB helps build the “social capital’ of people who are on a journey of recovery from histories of alcohol, illicit or prescribed drugs. Many of our service users and volunteers across our fourteen London and South-East projects have associated mental and physical health problems, along with histories of homelessness and unemployment.
We largely operate a structure where we recruit volunteers from our service users, and our managers from our volunteer pool, once trained. Our CEO, most managers and some members of the Board have lived experience, and many have been through the drug and alcohol treatment system. This ‘unique’ structure, we believe, gives a high level of peer led understanding of needs and responses
What you will be doing
Purpose of the Trustee Role & Hon Treasurer
The role of a trustee is to ensure that the organisation fulfils its duty to its beneficiaries and delivers on its vision, mission and values. The board of trustees are both jointly and individually responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation's aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
The Hon. Treasurer plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the financial integrity and sustainability of the organisation. Their primary responsibility is to maintain strategic oversight of the organisation’s financial affairs, ensuring that it remains viable, compliant, and well-positioned to achieve its charitable objectives. This includes ensuring that robust financial systems, accurate records, and effective procedures are in place and consistently followed.
The Treasurer works closely with, and is, actively supported by the CEO and Head of Finance & Central Operations, collaborating on both strategic and operational financial matters to ensure sound governance and effective delivery.
Time Commitment
Trustees are expected to attend bi-monthly board meetings (Tuesday evening) at Earls Court and participate in ad-hoc task groups and occasional on-line meetings.
BoB Trustees are Required To:
Uphold the charity’s mission and ensure its effective governance, strategic direction, and legal compliance. Their responsibilities include:
Strategic Leadership
· Ensure the charity pursues its stated charitable objects as defined in the Memorandum & Articles of Association.
· Establish and maintain a clear vision, values, and strategy, ensuring shared understanding among trustees, staff, volunteers, stakeholders, and associated personnel.
· Ensure operational plans and budgets align with and support the strategic vision.
· Define organisational goals and evaluate performance against agreed targets.
· Advise on and support fundraising efforts and project engagement.
Stakeholder Engagement
· Regularly seek and consider the views of external stakeholders and service users, staff, and volunteers.
· Uphold the good name and values of the organisation in all interactions.
Governance and Compliance
· Ensure compliance with the Mem & Articles of Association, charity law, company law, employment law, and other relevant regulations.
· Ensure resources are used exclusively to further the charity’s objects.
· Maintain appropriate governance structures that reflect the charity’s size, complexity, and diversity.
· Review the governance structure and board performance regularly.
· Ensure trustees adhere to an agreed code of conduct, with mechanisms for addressing non-compliance.
Risk and Oversight
· Identify and regularly review major risks to the organisation, ensuring systems are in place to mitigate or manage them.
· Monitor changes in the external environment (political, financial, demographic, competitive) that may impact the charity.
· Hold staff accountable for the management and administration of the charity.
· Consider external professional advice on matters presenting material risk or potential breach of trustee duties.
Staff and Operational Oversight
· Follow formal arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal, and remuneration of staff.
· Ensure the organisation exercises a duty of care to its employees.
· Support continuous professional development across the organisation.
Engagement and Representation
· Visit local services and attend key events to support the charity’s work.
· Actively engage with the charity’s activities and initiatives.
· Act as ambassadors for the charity.
The Hon. Treasurers Role
Strategic
· Assist and advise in the formation of the charity’s financial strategy, ensuring adequate resources to deliver services and that funds are spent on furthering charitable purposes.
· Advise on the financial implications of strategic and operational plans.
· Advise on the funding strategy and ensure alignment with the charity’s aims.
· Ensure the Board receives regular and appropriate financial information.
· Review and present the annual financial statements to the Board.
· Recommend appropriate accounting procedures, controls, and policies consistent with financial and regulatory legislation.
· Oversee the appointment and regular review of auditors.
· Work in close partnership with the CEO and Head of Finance & Central Operations to support strategic goals.
· Ensure appropriate investment and reserves policies are in place.
· Monitor the performance of investments.
· Ensure all assets are adequately maintained and accounted for.
Governance
· Maintain effective governance of the organisation’s financial affairs, ensuring viability and proper processes for financial records, decisions, and delegations.
· Ensure the Board is aware of its financial duties and responsibilities and complies with all relevant legislations (e.g. Companies and Charity Law)
· Lead on the assessment and management of financial risk
· Ensure financial policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated
· Ensure compliance with charity accounting practices and statutory requirements
· Ensure recommendations from auditors are implemented
· Ensure accounts meet conditions of contractual agreements with funders and statutory bodies.
Experience, Skills & Behaviours required to fulfil the role of Hon. Treasurer effectively:
- Experience of charity accounting.
- Experience of financial control, budgeting, and risk management.
- Good communications and interpersonal skills.
- A willingness to be contacted on an ad-hoc basis.
- Ability to ensure financial decisions taken are followed up in a timely manner.
What we are looking for
Our Trustee Board comprises people who have good skills and experience in, corporate strategic marketing and communications, health care, HR, information technology, research and legal matters.
Our current Honorary Treasurer is standing down after seven years, and we are looking to replace him. The role of Honorary Treasurer is an important one, being the key person colleague trustees look to for professional advice about all things financial. We have a Head of Finance & Central Operations who manages the day-to-day financial management and reporting systems.
This year we have introduced two systems to underpin our growth to a nearly £2m business. These are Xero and PLEO, with PEOPLE HR for our associated HR functions.
If you’ve experience of senior financial management and leadership, then you could make a significant contribution to our development.
Essential experience & qualifications sought
We are open to a variety of professional financial backgrounds and qualifications with, ideally but not necessarily only, charities and including current registration as a member of the:
o Institute of Chartered Accountants.
o Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
o Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
o CIPFA
We are very open to bringing on board people who can support us becoming a more inclusive organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, women and other underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities and from LGBTQI communities. We are also very open to recruiting someone who may have their own lived experience of addictions and adversity to draw upon. What counts will be your enthusiasm, commitment, competence and interest in taking on a trustee and governance role.
A few more details on application process
Our deadline for applications is Monday 15 December 2025
· Please submit a CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) which must address three questions (see below).
· We aim to be flexible with interview dates, to include early evenings but aim to hold them during January or early February.
· If you need any particular support if you are invited to an interview, then please make this clear in your supporting statement (see below).
· We plan to have an induction and familiarisation/onboarding process before final confirmation as a trustee. Once appointed, Trustees are expected to serve a minimum three-year term of office. This is a voluntary and non-paid position.
Please send your CV with covering Supportive Statement to our Chair, Roger Howard:
· Your Supportive Statement or covering letter should address three questions:
i. Why are you interested in becoming a trustee and treasurer of BoB?
ii. What insights and experiences can you bring to our charity Board?
iii. Is there anything in your background that we should be aware of that might be relevant to you becoming a trustee/company director?
Personal data statement: In line with GDPR, we ask that you do NOT send us any informtion that can identify children or any of your Sensitive Personal Data in your CV and application documentation, apart from matters relating to your own experiences of addictions and matters which may arise during a subsequent DBS enhanced scrutiny.
Following this notice, any inclusion of your Sensitive Personal Data in your CV/ application documentation will be understood by us as your express consent to process this information going forward.
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Join Roots Academy, and use your skills to contribute to the Muslim Ummah!
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
We are currently recruiting a Safeguarding officer to join our people team in the UK.
This is a remote/homebased long-term volunteer position that will be part of the core team at Roots Academy, and we are looking for someone that can volunteer approximately 3-8 hours per week.
About Roots Academy
Roots Academy provides structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action. Roots started in the UK in 2020, and has grown steadily since. Our UK office currently has several teams including Education, Programmes, Marketing, Fundraising and Events. We are also expanding internationally into Ireland, Canada, US, Australia and Türkiye.
About The Role
The Safeguarding Officer will work with the People Team Lead and the Trustee Board in ensuring that appropriate arrangements are in place for keeping students, volunteers and team members safe at Roots Academy.
You will promote the safety and welfare of young people involved in Roots Academy’s activities at all times.
Key tasks
- Support with developing, reviewing and implementing Roots Academy’s safeguarding policies and procedures: ensuring all safeguarding issues concerning students and volunteers who take part in Roots Academy’s activities are responded to appropriately.
- Make sure that everyone working or volunteering at Roots Academy, including the board of trustees, understands the safeguarding policy and procedures and knows what to do if they have concerns about a student or volunteer’s welfare.
- Develop and deliver safeguarding training.
- Make sure students and young people who are involved in activities at Roots Academy know who they can talk to if they have a welfare concern and understand what action the organisation will take in response.
- Receive and record information from anyone who has concerns about a student or volunteer who takes part in Roots Academy’s activities.
- Responding to information that may constitute a safeguarding concern, including a concern that an adult involved with Roots Academy may present a risk to children or young people. This includes:
a. assessing and clarifying the information
b. making referrals to statutory organisations as appropriate
c. consulting with and informing the relevant members of the organisation’s management
d. following the organisation’s safeguarding policy and procedures.
- Liaise with, pass on information to and receive information from statutory agencies such as the police. This includes making formal referrals to agencies when necessary.
- Store and retain safeguarding records according to legal requirements and the organisation’s safeguarding policy and procedures.
- Work closely with the board of trustees the People Team Lead to ensure they are kept up to date with safeguarding issues and are fully informed of any concerns about organisational safeguarding practice.
- Report regularly to the board of trustees on issues relating to safeguarding, to ensure that safeguarding is seen as an ongoing priority issue and that safeguarding requirements are being followed at all levels of the organisation.
What we’re looking for
- The Safeguarding Officer must have received relevant safeguarding training
- Experience as a qualified social worker or safeguarding lead desirable
- Understanding of safeguarding in further education desirable
- Strong understanding of Islam and the Muslim community essential
At Roots Academy, we are committed to providing accessible Islamic Education to individuals from all backgrounds. To achieve this, we are working to build an inclusive and welcoming workplace, reflective of the students we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from Muslim women and Roots students or alumni that have benefitted from a Roots Class, as well as individuals that bring experience from the education sector or charity sector.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of over 100+ dedicated volunteers from around the world.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from Roots classes.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots level.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
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Gain hands-on experience, with plenty of opportunities to progress.
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The chance to make a real impact for the Muslim Ummah.
How to Apply
If you're ready to help make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
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To apply, please submit your CV and Cover letter via the application link.
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In your cover letter, please outline what attracted you to Roots Academy, and what skills have that would make you a good fit for the role.
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As we are working to improve diversity and inclusion within the organisation, we encourage candidates to voluntarily complete an optional anonymous survey ( application instructions). This will allow us to monitor our progress and identify where we can improve.
Roots Academy is committed to safeguarding, diversity, equity, and inclusion. All successful candidates may be required to undergo safeguarding training and relevant background checks before starting their role.
Roots Academy is committed to providing an environment free from harassment and discrimination. We strive to provide equal opportunities and ensure that decisions regarding recruitment, compensation, performance evaluation and terminations are made fairly and transparently.
If you wish to contact us to request any accommodations or additional support during the recruitment process, raise any related concerns, make suggestions or provide feedback, please email us.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
As we are working to improve diversity and inclusion within the organisation, we encourage candidates to voluntarily complete this optional, anonymous survey. This will allow us to monitor our progress and identify where we can improve: https://tally.so/r/np8zWy
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
Transform is looking for a new Treasurer to join our board of Trustees!
We are looking for a qualified accountant, preferably with experience in the charity sector; knowledge and experience of the drug sector an advantage.
As we are a small organisation this is quite a hands-on role. You will need:
To work collaboratively with the CEO, our book-keepers and the auditors to produce annual accounts
and regular financial statements
Proven accountancy qualifications, budgeting and understanding the finance of small
charities including a working knowledge of xero
Ability to translate finances in an easy-to-understand manner for different
stakeholders with less financial knowledge
Good knowledge of charity governance rules and procedures
To be passionate about the values and mission of the charity
You will also work closely with the Chair and the Board to ensure we are meeting our
financial objectives
You will be willing to bring experience, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and be
willing to broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
About Transform
Transform Drug Policy Foundation is a global leader in developing, and advocating for, more
humane drug policies. Our vision is a world where drug policy contributes to safer and
healthier societies. We want to recruit a treasurer, to oversee income and expenditure of the
organisation, to help drive forward our work.
This is an exciting time in drug policy. Rapid changes in approach are occurring in the UK and
internationally. Transform has a long history of shaping these changes and seeking to ensure
that reform reduces harm, improves social justice and protects public health. Our Anyone’s
Child campaign is a highly effective family-led movement that has had a significant impact
here and abroad. But like so many charities, we are feeling the strain from the cost of giving
crisis and gaining longer-term sustainable funding is essential for the continuation of our
important work.
We welcome applications from all candidates with the skills and commitment to support the
work of Transform. We especially welcome applications from Black and minority ethnic
candidates as part of our commitment to ensuring a full diversity of experience is reflected in
our work. We are also interested to hear from candidates with personal lived experience
which informs their understanding of the need for drug policy reform.
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Become a Trustee of SUNSHINE – Share Your Heart of Gold
Loneliness is one of the most pressing social challenges of our time. Across London, countless people feel isolated, disconnected, and unseen. At SUNSHINE, we believe no one should feel alone. Our mission is to bring sunshine into people’s lives through grassroots, community-led programmes that spark joy, foster friendships, and transform lives.
We are seeking Trustees with a Heart of Gold to help guide this vision and support the set up and launch of SUNSHINE.
Why Join as a Trustee?
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Shape the future: Play a vital role in steering SUNSHINE’s set up, growth, strategy, and impact.
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Champion community: Help us tackle the loneliness epidemic and create spaces of joy and belonging.
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Leave a legacy: Your leadership will ensure SUNSHINE thrives and continues to transform lives.
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Be inspired: Work alongside passionate volunteers, participants, and supporters who radiate positivity and hope.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people with a Heart of Gold who believe in community, joy, and togetherness. Trustees should bring:
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Commitment: A genuine passion for tackling loneliness and uplifting communities.
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Skills & Experience: Whether in governance, finance, fundraising, communications, or community leadership, your expertise will help SUNSHINE flourish.
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Vision: The ability to see both the immediate needs and the long-term opportunities for growth.
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Inclusivity: A belief that everyone deserves connection, dignity, and belonging.
Your Role as a Trustee
As a Trustee, you will:
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Provide strategic oversight and ensure good governance.
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Support fundraising and partnership-building to sustain our programmes.
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Champion SUNSHINE’s values and act as an ambassador in your networks.
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Guide the charity to expand its reach and deepen its impact across London.
Join Us
At SUNSHINE, trustees are more than board members, they are guardians of hope, champions of joy, and architects of community. Together, we can turn the tide on loneliness and create a London where everyone feels part of something bigger, brighter, and more joyful.
Step forward. Shine bright. Share your Heart of Gold. Because when you give your leadership, you’re not just serving on a board, you’re bringing sunshine into countless lives.
SUNSHINE
Loneliness Charity in London
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting for a new Trustee with expertise in fundraising and income generation
The role
You will join a small and active trustee Board supporting the effective delivery of HealthProm’s current programmes and guiding its future strategy and direction, with a specific focus on income generation and fundraising.
Time commitment
You will prepare for and participate in HealthProm Board meetings in person or online remotely (currently four per annum, each lasting three hours and held in London). You will also chair the Fundraising sub-committee which meets periodically and advises the full Board.
In addition to this formal role we are looking for a trustee who is able to dedicate some time to support HealthProm staff in the detailed delivery of agreed fundraising initiatives and targets.
HealthProm trustee appointments are unpaid but travel expenses will be reimbursed.
Overall Objective
With other trustees, you will be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of HealthProm, developing the charity’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- To take part in formulating and regularly reviewing the strategic aims of HealthProm, and evaluating performance against agreed targets
- To advise on appropriate fundraising strategies and initiatives to ensure HealthProm can deliver on its plans
- To ensure that the policy and practices of HealthProm are in keeping with its objectives and its memorandum and articles of association (and any variations thereto) and that these are carried out by management.
- To ensure compliance of HealthProm with statutory and legal requirements To ensure that HealthProm functions within the legal and financial requirements of the Charities Commission and Companies House and strives to achieve best practice
- To ensure that the income of HealthProm is spent solely for the purposes as laid out in its objectives
- To act in the best interest of HealthProm at all times
Main duties
- To assist the Chair as an active member of the Trustee Board in exercising its responsibilities and functions
- To participate in meetings of Trustees, whether Board or committee meetings and in other exchanges as needed, ensuring HealthProm’s policies and concerns are reflected in their deliberations
- To be familiar with the operations of HealthProm to ensure that a critical and informed view can be maintained, and participating in appropriate training sessions.
- To chair the fundraising subcommitee.
- To contribute specific fundraising skills and contacts to support HealthProm.
- To guide and mentor HealthProm’s staff on fundraising strategies and tactics.
- To promote HealthProm to as wide an audience of donors and beneficiaries as possible
Person specification
You should be able to demonstrate and provide evidence of the following criteria within your written application. We are keen to ensure diversity on the Board.
The successful candidates will be able to give evidence of:
· An understanding of, empathy with, and commitment to HealthProm’s vision, mission and values.
· Proven experience and expertise in sales, business development and/or fundraising. This will include generating income from corporates, High Net Worth individuals, trusts and foundations, events or other initiatives.
· Knowledge of the region in which HealthProm operates (desirable)
· Some awareness of the sectoral areas in which HealthProm is involved: maternal and child health, social care, fostering, disability, palliative care, early intervention, migration.
· Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and an understanding of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and Director of Operations
· The ability to work effectively as a collegiate member of a board while contributing an independent perspective
· Some experience of board or committee membership in a charitable, public sector or commercial organisation
· Links to a network of current and relevant contacts
You should also be able to demonstrate:
1. An understanding of and commitment to, the values of accountability, probity and openness.
2. An ability to process detail and get to the heart of an issue.
3. Confident and effective communication skills with a range of audiences and ability to act as an ambassador for the organisation.
4. A willingness to devote the time and effort required to effectively discharge the duties of this role.
The Timetable
The closing date for applications is 15 January 2026.
Preliminary interviews will be arranged in the week beginning 19th January 2026.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please provide the following:
· a supporting statement, explaining how you believe your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly addressing the person specification,
· a short introductory statement demonstrating your motivation for this role,
· a comprehensive CV including details of your achievements in each role, and including details of two referees.
All of these documents should be forwarded by email to Simon Ray
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to make a positive impact on your community and make a real difference to people's lives?
By joining Citizens Advice Enfield as a Trustee you can take an active part in board meetings to assist in setting policy and strategy direction, set targets and evaluate our performance. You could work on specific projects with other trustees or staff members to further strategic objectives and learn about the range of issues that affect our clients such as benefits, debt, employment and housing. You would need to attend 5 board meetings per year.
You will need:
- professional skills - expertise in areas such as finance, legal, HR, IT, marketing or fundraising
- strategic and leadership skills, lived experience and community knowledge.
- excellent verbal and written communication skills and good IT skills (Microsoft Office suite)
- to be friendly and approachable and non-judgmental, respecting views, values and cultures that are different to your own
- to be willing to undertake training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Avenues Youth Project is a registered charity that since 1979 has been providing informal educational programs and support to children and young people in west London. Operating from a purpose-built centre on Third Avenue, the organization aims to empower youth through diverse activities and opportunities outside of school, fostering personal development and positive growth for young individuals.
Role Description
As Treasurer and Director/Trustee, you will oversee financial governance, ensure compliance with charity regulations and provide strategic financial guidance to the board. Main tasks include overseeing the production of regular financial reports and the charity’s annual audited accounts, settling and managing budgets and otherwise collaborating with the charity’s financial controller.
This part-time (estimated to average over a year at around 8 hours per month) voluntary position will require attending (mainly on-line or hybrid) regular board and finance committee meetings and regular and ad-hoc meetings or other contacts with the charity’s financial controller.
Qualifications
• Proficiency in financial management, budget planning and financial reporting
• Knowledge of charity regulations and the Charities SORP is desirable
• Familiarity with fundraising, donor engagement or financial software is a plus
• Experience in a senior finance role or as a treasurer/trustee is also desirable
• A commitment to the values and mission of The Avenues Youth Project is essential
If interested in this role, please send your CV and a two-page letter explaining your interest and suitability, or in advance thereof send any questions or requests for further information or request for a telephone chat about the position.
Closing date for applications is 31 December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Coempowered is a small but rapidly developing non-profit working to empower indiviuals and help build community capacity among for young people, women, and marginalised communities in the UK and internationally through workshops, classes, semiar, projects and research.
We currently have two trustees and are seeking a third trustee who can bring valuable expertise in fundraising, chairing, or education to help guide our next phase of development.
About the Opportunity
This is a formative moment for Coempowered. As a small and growing organisation, we are establishing the structures, policies, and long-term strategies necessary for sustainable impact. Our trustees play a crucial role in this process, working closely with the directors to oversee governance, support planning, and position the organisation to apply for grants and build partnerships.
We are looking for a committed individual who is passionate about our mission and willing to contribute actively to shaping Coempowered’s direction. Trustees are expected to bring strategic insight, uphold strong governance, and collaborate constructively with the board.
Key Responsibilities
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Contribute to governance and strategic oversight as we prepare for charity registration.
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Support planning for organisational growth, including funding pathways and programme development.
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Provide leadership or guidance in one or more key areas:
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Fundraising: helping to develop a sustainable funding strategy and support early grant applications.
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Chairing and governance: contributing to board leadership, decision-making, and policy development.
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Education: advising on programme design, partnerships, quality assurance, or public engagement.
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Participate in quarterly board meetings and occasional working groups.
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Act as an ambassador for Coempowered, upholding our values of inclusion, critical inquiry, and empowerment.
What We’re Looking For
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Experience in fundraising, charity governance, board leadership, or the education sector.
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A strategic and reflective mindset, with confidence in contributing to decision-making.
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Reliability, professionalism, and a genuine interest in developing a growing non-profit.
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Willingness to commit long-term and help build the organisation collaboratively with the existing trustees and directors.
Time Commitment
Approximately 6-8 hours per month, remote, with quarterly board meetings.
If you are inspired by educational and social impact and would like to help shape the future of a developing organisation, we would welcome your application.
Co-Thinking, Co-creating, Co-flourishing Women, Migrants, Socially and economically marginalised youth www.coempowered.org
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Are you passionate about building a more inclusive, sustainable and resilient economy? Are you looking for a meaningful way to use your finance expertise? ECU is a small, dynamic non-profit working to transform the economy. Join us!
What will you be doing?
In addition to the responsibilities of all board members, the Treasurer will:
- Support the Board to review and monitor ECU’s financial performance and sustainability
- Ensure the Board receives timely, accessible and accurate financial information
- Support the team to develop and maintain robust and proportionate financial policies, processes and risk management systems
What are we looking for?
- Commitment to ECU’s mission and values
- Commitment to the legal duties and responsibilities
- Financial management experience, policies, risk
- Qualifications
- Able to interpret, interrogate and communicate financial information
- Work as part of a diverse team, and devote the time
Desirable - treasurer experience
What difference will you make?
We have an ambitious vision for change, a strong analysis of the opportunities and barriers to progress, and a clear view of our role in building a better economy. Our board is committed, collaborative and inclusive, with a strong understanding of its role and remit, and a culture of open dialogue.
Before you apply
- Your interest in this role and what you could bring to it
- What would you want to learn and gain?
Interview 25 Feb in London (expenses paid)
Five annual meetings per year (Approximately one hour per month)
Alpha Academies Trust is seeking a finance-skilled Trustee to strengthen our board and help secure long-term sustainability, robust governance and excellent educational outcomes for the 4,000 children we serve across Stoke-on-Trent.
Who we are
We serve around 4,000 pupils and employ 500 staff, working in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the country. Our commitment to excellence, evidence-informed practice and community engagement sits at the heart of everything we do.
About the role
We are seeking a finance-focused Trustee who will play a pivotal role in supporting the Trust’s strategy, sustainability and long-term planning.
As a Finance Trustee, you will:
- Support oversight of the Trust’s financial strategy, reserves, risk and long-term sustainability.
- Provide scrutiny and constructive challenge to ensure robust financial governance.
- Work closely with fellow Trustees to oversee growth, investment and capital planning.
- Help ensure resources are deployed effectively to maximise educational impact.
- Contribute to the Audit & Risk and/or Finance Committee, depending on experience.
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking an experienced strategic leader with strong financial expertise who can add immediate value to board discussions and oversight.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Senior financial leadership experience (e.g. CFO/FD, Audit Partner, or equivalent).
- Understanding of financial strategy, sustainability, risk and audit.
- Ability to interpret complex financial information and advise non-finance colleagues.
- Experience of working within, or advising, regulated or multi-site organisations.
- Commitment to community impact and improving life chances for young people.
- Experience within education or the public sector is welcomed but not essential.
We are an inclusive Trust and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
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