Communication officer volunteer roles in birmingham
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It Gets Better UK is a lived-experience-led LGBT+ youth charity, working to tackle the disproportionate mental health challenges LGBT+ young people face today, through a collection of community-sourced, lived-experience stories; educational programs; and community-building initiatives.
About the role
We are looking for a volunteer to support It Gets Better UK in securing trust and foundation funding. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys research, writing, and bringing together a compelling case for support. You’ll help us continue telling stories that inspire, uplift, and empower LGBTQ+ young people.
What you’ll do
- Research grant-making bodies, trusts, and foundations that align with our mission.
- Draft and edit funding applications with guidance from our team.
- Support with tracking deadlines and requirements for applications and reports.
- Work alongside our CEO and small team to identify new funding opportunities.
What we’re looking for
- Strong written communication skills.
- An eye for detail and the ability to follow funder guidelines.
- Enthusiasm for It Gets Better UK’s mission and values.
- Previous experience in grant writing or research is helpful but not essential — we can support you to grow into the role.
It Gets Better UK envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ youth are free to live equally and know their worthiness and power as individuals.
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Who are we looking for?
At present we are working towards being fully operational, over the next year Living Reasons will be looking to expand its reach.
As a Volunteer Integrated Technology Project Lead with Living Reasons, you will oversee the project management of technology integration across all aspects of our operations, including both software and hardware. Working closely with the funding team, you will design and deliver project plans that attract funding and ensure resources are used effectively and in line with funding agreements. You will also lead on the procurement of hardware from third-party suppliers, including organisations that support non-profits with technology solutions.
In collaboration with Technology Coordinators, you will use user feedback to guide the development of software that is accessible, adaptable, and reliable for a diverse demographic of users. This role will also focus on driving innovation—creating solutions that not only strengthen Living Reasons but also have the potential to be developed and supplied to other businesses or end users through the organisation. By leading on strategy, coordination, and delivery, you will ensure that Living Reasons harnesses technology in innovative and sustainable ways that maximise impact.
What is the plan?
The person who is starting the charity up is autistic, has ADHD, CPTSD and also multiple physical conditions that effect daily life and is part of the LGBTQ+ community and has faced a lot of issues in life because of these things.
Living Reasons is being created to fix what we think is a challenging situation that is getting harder to achieve every week, month and year in the current economic, political, environmental and societal landscape. It is not easily defined but we hope the charity objects below will help put context to what we want to achieve, what we can say is that below are the issues we are trying to address, how we do this will change as quickly as society does, but the issues we want to tackle are these:
1) Outdated and damaging employment practices
2) Accessibility to services
3) Limited employment, training and education opportunities
4) Lack of support during times of crisis or need
5) Lack of equity and agency for many people in society
6) Institutional discrimination that is not challenged
7) Abuse of the legal system at all levels
8) Abuse of power in government bodies
9) Poor access to healthcare
10) Unequal treatment of many people in society by large corporations
11) Assumptions made by wider society based on incorrect, outdated or discriminatory rhetoric that is used in daily life
12) Outdated company engagement with the public
13) Lack of support that is not talked about and not being addressed
Our Living Values -
Creativity
1) Imaginative Development (Individual)
2) Instilled Collaboration (Internal)
3) Changing The Status Quo (External)
Prospectivity
1) What Can You Do (Individual)
2) What Can We Do (Internal)
3) What Can They Do (External)
Revolutionary
1) Inspire With Confidence (Individual)
2) Boundaryless Innovation (Internal)
3) Challenge Traditions (External)
Attentivity
1) Analyse and Redesign (Individual)
2) Rebel and Reform (Internal)
3) Enquire and Reimagine (External)
To create equality and equity in all areas of society, opening opportunities that are less damaging and focused on the person as a whole.

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GamLEARN are Seeking a New Trustee: Bring Your Expertise to Our Board!
About Us
GamLEARN (Lived Experience and Recovery Network) is a UK charity dedicated to empowering people affected by gambling. We provide a platform for lived experience, support peer-led recovery, and influence systems change.
Our vision is to ensure all voices impacted by gambling harm are heard, valued, and lead change.
The Role of Trustee
Reports to: Chair of the Board
Location: Remote or Hybrid (UK)
Time Commitment: Approx. 4–6 board meetings per year
Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
As a Trustee, you will support the strategic leadership of GamLEARN, ensuring accountability, transparency, and mission alignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Shape strategic direction and support delivery of mission
- Ensure good governance and regulatory compliance
- Provide oversight of risk and finance
- Champion lived experience and support inclusive leadership
- Promote and advocate for the organisation
Who We’re Looking For
We particularly welcome applicants with: Experience within or alongside the gambling sector,regulation or public policy. Legal knowledge or experience, Communication and PR, experience within the 3rd sector, lived experience of gambling harm within the Criminal Justice System, Strong values and team work, willingness to act in the best interests of beneficaries.
Closing date for applications: 15th of October 2025
Interviews to be held: First 2 weeks in November 2025
Start Date Anticipated: Start of December 2025
GamLEARN is a community of non-judgemental people who support each other and work together to reduce Gambling Harm.



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CPRE Berkshire is the local branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England, a national charity that champions the countryside and promotes sustainable land use. An opportunity has arisen to help us shape the future of Berkshire’s countryside as our new Treasurer. As part of CPRE’s influential network, we advocate for responsible planning, protect green spaces, and engage with local and national decision-makers to shape policies that affect rural communities and landscapes.
Our Requirement
CPRE Berkshire is seeking a new Treasurer to work with its board of trustees and oversee the charity’s financial affairs. This is a voluntary role, ideal for someone with financial management experience who wants to contribute meaningfully to local environmental advocacy.
As Treasurer, you will:
- Maintain oversight of income, expenditure, and budgeting
- Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with legal requirements
- Manage transactions and process payments
- Advise the board on financial sustainability and planning
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience in finance, accounting, or budget management
- Can present financial information clearly to non-specialists
- Is comfortable working independently and attending trustee meetings
- Shares our commitment to protecting Berkshire’s countryside
This role is unpaid, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed. You’ll be joining a small but committed team working to rebuild CPRE Berkshire’s capability ahead of CPRE’s centenary year in 2026.
Please submit your CV accompanied by a short covering note detailing your suitability
We’re passionate about making the countryside in Berkshire a better place for everyone to enjoy. Our vibrant team of volunteers inspire people.



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Kimedes
Kimedes AI develops AI-powered IoT solutions to detect water leaks in infrastructure, optimizing water management and reducing environmental impact.
kimedes AI addresses the global challenge of water loss in infrastructure, where leaks cause significant resource waste, financial losses, and environmental damage. With climate change intensifying water scarcity, inefficient water management threatens both urban resilience and sustainability. By leveraging AI and IoT, we help cities and businesses detect leaks early, reduce water waste, and promote responsible resource management, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Kimedes AI combines AI-powered analytics and IoT sensors to detect water leaks in infrastructure with high precision. Our technology provides real-time SaaS monitoring and predictive insights, allowing utilities and businesses to identify and fix leaks before they cause significant damage or waste. By optimizing water management, we reduce costs, conserve resources, and support sustainable infrastructure development.
Intelligence Research Volunteer
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
About Kimedes
Kimedes is a purpose-driven WaterTech startup tackling one of the world’s most pressing challenges: water scarcity. Through our AI-powered leak detection technology, we help municipalities and industries reduce water losses by up to 30%, supporting a more efficient and sustainable use of water resources.
We are currently in our market expansion phase across Spain and Catalonia, building partnerships with municipalities, water utilities, and industrial players. We welcome motivated volunteers and interns who want to contribute to sustainability, technology, and climate impact while gaining real-world experience in a dynamic startup environment.
Role Summary – Intelligence Research Volunteer
As an Intelligence Research Volunteer, you will support Kimedes in gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing critical market insights. Your work will focus on tracking technologies, competitors, policy frameworks, and sector trends in the water management and climatetech space. These insights will directly inform Kimedes’ go-to-market strategy, fundraising narrative, and product positioning.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research on emerging technologies in leak detection, water management, and climatetech.
- Map and analyze competitors, startups, and incumbents in the European and global water sector.
- Track market trends, regulations, and funding opportunities relevant to water technology adoption.
- Prepare concise reports, briefs, and dashboards to share insights with the CEO and COO.
- Support strategic projects such as pitch decks, grant applications, and partnership proposals by contributing research-based insights.
- Monitor industry news, conferences, and innovation clusters to identify opportunities for Kimedes.
Requirements
- Strong analytical and research skills, with ability to process and synthesize information clearly.
- Familiarity with market research methods and business intelligence approaches.
- Interest in climatetech, water management, or smart infrastructure.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setup and deliver on agreed timelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English (Spanish/Catalan a plus but not required).
- Bonus: Experience in competitor analysis, trend reports, or academic/consulting research projects.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to shape the strategy of a fast-growing climatetech startup.
- Direct collaboration with the Founder/CEO and COO on high-impact projects.
- A chance to contribute to real-world solutions tackling climate change and water scarcity.
- Mentorship and exposure to startup operations, fundraising, and market strategy.
- Certificate and letter of recommendation upon successful completion.
- Potential to evolve into a paid strategic role as Kimedes secures its Seed Round funding.
Weekly Time Commitment
2-3 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 3–5 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Chair / Trustee to lead our board, provide strategic direction, and ensure effective governance. The Chair will guide the charity through registration and early operations while supporting the delivery of its mission.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the trustee board and ensure effective governance
· Chair board meetings and oversee decision-making
· Support trustee recruitment, induction, and development
· Act as a primary contact for stakeholders and regulators
· Oversee compliance with charity law and CIO regulations
· Assist with reporting to the Charity Commission
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements
· Strong leadership, organisational, and strategic skills
· Familiarity with charity governance and trustee responsibilities (training can be provided)
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 3–5 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Job description:
About Us
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
Our mission is to encourage unity across diverse communities, sharing and celebrating cultural lessons through workshops, training programmes, events and research. We challenge racial and societal stereotypes while delivering practical initiatives such as unconscious bias training in the workplace. We develop and deliver projects that promote inclusion, representation, and social change by partnering with local organisations and stakeholders.
Role Description:
Quilombo UK is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Services Sales Executive to join our team through the Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP). This is a target-driven, client-facing volunteer sales role focused on direct outreach and conversion of potential service users into paying clients. You will be responsible for actively identifying leads, initiating conversations, pitching our services, and closing deals.
The successful candidate will sell Quilombo UK’s key service offerings:
● Workshops (e.g. Unconscious Bias, Inclusive Leadership)
● Training Programmes
● Research Services
● Event & Partnership Opportunities
As a member of the Sales Business Development function, you will be managed by a Director and accountable for results that directly impact the organisation’s financial sustainability and growth. This role provides real-world, high-impact experience that mirrors the standards and performance expectations of a paid sales role.
Main Responsibilities:
● Proactively research and identify prospective clients aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and services.
● Initiate direct outreach (calls, emails, online meetings) to decision-makers across public and private sectors.
● Deliver compelling sales pitches and presentations tailored to each client’s needs.
● Handle end-to-end sales processes, from lead generation and qualification through to closing deals.
● Secure confirmed bookings or contracts for services, including workshops, training, research, or event partnerships.
● Develop and maintain a strong client pipeline, updating CRM or tracking systems regularly.
● Consistently meet or exceed weekly/monthly KPIs related to outreach, meetings, and conversions.
● Collaborate with the Director to refine messaging and sales strategy for maximum impact.
● Maintain a consultative, value-led sales approach while staying aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and ethos.
● Provide performance updates and sales reports to the Director and Senior Leadership Team.
● Stay updated on industry trends, client needs, and potential growth areas relevant to our services.
Essential:
● Demonstrated experience in a sales, business development, or account management role
● Proven track record of generating leads and closing deals, preferably in a service-based or social enterprise environment
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Strong presentation and negotiation abilities
● Confidence to work independently and take initiative, while collaborating within a remote team
● Passion for social justice, community engagement, and inclusion
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Desirable
● Familiarity with CRM tools and remote communication platforms
● Experience selling services to the public sector or third-sector organisations
● Understanding of social enterprises or community-based businesses
● Ability to work without close supervision and meet deadlines
What We Offer:
● Real-world, results-driven sales experience with clear KPIs and performance feedback
● A unique opportunity to influence revenue and impact within a mission-driven organisation
● Coaching and mentoring from experienced directors and leadership
● A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment
● Certificate of completion and reference upon successful programme completion
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16weeks, is UNPAID, and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Job Type: Volunteer
Benefits:
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a personal laptop or PC?
- Are you sure you can commit to this job as being a non-paid job?
- Do you think you will be able to commit yourself to the PDP programme, implicitly 12 hours per week, for 16 weeks?
- Are you currently based in UK?
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Foundation First Ghana
Foundation First Ghana is a community-rooted non-profit founded in 2017, dedicated to improving early childhood education for children aged 2–8 in underrepresented communities. The organization addresses challenges such as low literacy and numeracy, teacher disempowerment, gender bias, poor social-emotional development, poverty, and unsustainable teaching practices. Their unique approach empowers educators with innovative teaching techniques, locally sourced materials, and holistic child development strategies, while also promoting environmental literacy from an early age. By equipping preschool handlers and managers with best practices and practical resources, Foundation First nurtures young minds, strengthens families, and lays the groundwork for a more equitable and prosperous Ghana.
Partnerships Development Officer
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
Foundation First Ghana is a nonprofit dedicated to giving every child a strong start in life. Through our PreCARE Initiative (Preschool Care, Feed, Educate, and Empower), we provide meals, uniforms, school kits, and teacher training for preschool children in low-fee private schools across Ghana.
We are seeking an Online Volunteer Partnerships Development Officer to help us strengthen our fundraising and partnership efforts by leveraging their networks, skills, and creativity to connect us with potential donors, partners, and sponsors globally.
Key Responsibilities
As a volunteer, you will support Foundation First Ghana by:
- Researching potential donors, foundations, and CSR opportunities that align with our mission.
- Helping draft or review proposals, partnership pitches, and concept notes.
- Sharing our campaigns (such as our GoFundMe drive) within your networks and encouraging support.
- Connecting Foundation First to relevant individuals, organizations, or grant opportunities.
- Advising the team on donor engagement strategies and partnership management.
Requirements
- Passion for education, early childhood development, or nonprofit impact.
- Strong communication and networking skills.
- Ability to research and identify funding/partnership opportunities.
- Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or nonprofit partnerships (desirable but not mandatory).
- Internet access and ability to work virtually with the Foundation First team.
Time Commitment
Flexible, approximately 3–5 hours per week (September–December 2025, renewable).
100% remote/online.
What You Gain
- Contribute directly to transforming the lives of preschool children in Ghana.
- Gain international volunteering experience in nonprofit partnerships and fundraising.
- Networking opportunities within the Education Finance Network and global nonprofits.
- A certificate of appreciation and recognition as a Foundation First Global Volunteer.
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CleanupUK is a small charity with big aspirations. We use the activity of litter-picking to support people living in disadvantaged areas to form litter-picking groups – not only to keep their neighbourhood clean but also to bring the community together.
Now in its 18th year, CleanupUK is embarking on a growth phase. As a result, we would like to attract people to CleanupUK’s board as trustees who have varied and diverse backgrounds and experience. You will likely feel passionate about the issue of litter and also about its impact on communities.
We are currently looking to recruit a trustee with senior fundraising experience who is prepared to devote their time and energy to helping CleanupUK grow into the next stage.We require the succesful individual to have a good understanding of a broad range of fundraising channels, including trusts and foundations, statutory and Lottery, corporate partnerships and other channels that a growing charity might wish to make use of.
Please see the role description and application details on CleanupUK’s website by clicking on the Recruiter button at the top of the page.
This is a volunteer role and is UK based.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The closing date for applications is : Monday 29th September 2025
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We are looking for trustees who will offer challenges, experience, and expert knowledge to help us think differently. We are looking for individuals who will take an active role in the governance of the Charity and support our expansion objectives - to remain financially stable whilst actively growing our volunteer network, our geographical coverage and our paid services to increase the number of families and young people we can support each year.
Person specification:
• Good, independent judgement and strategic vision.
• Commitment to the organisation and a willingness and ability to devote the necessary time & effort to the role.
• An understanding of, or interest in, special educational needs and disability affecting children and young people and their families.
• Skills to analyse proposals, examine their strategic consequences and make concise recommendations as part of the Board.
• Ability to cooperatively work with the whole team of trustees, and with employees and volunteers.
• Willingness to speak your mind and appropriately challenge other trustees and employees; but also listen to the views of different people before reaching a decision.
• Secure personal access to digital communication technology with an ability to competently and efficiently use those resources.
• Willingness to be available to employees for advice and enquiries on a scheduled or ad-hoc basis.
The ideal applicant would also possess the following:
• Extensive networks, and a willingness to draw on contacts as appropriate.
• Experience of working at a senior management / leadership level.
We are keen to hear from anyone who has a passion for our cause and feels that their experiences and expertise could be beneficial to our Board.
If you would like to be considered, please contact us for an application form link and provide a copy of your CV.
The application process will comprise of a two-stage interview, followed by referencing. We anticipate that successful applicants will be invited to join the Board in Autumn 2025.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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We are looking for someone who shares our values to join us as a Music Education Trustee, maximising the impact of our music education strategy in helping children and young people from families on low income in Surrey to make music.
Specific Tasks
Identifying, developing and overseeing appropriate group teaching and ensemble projects in primary and secondary schools with high pupil premium ratios. Such projects will be funded or co-funded by CKT but delivered by other established music education providers
Managing CKT’ s interface with
- Surrey Arts (including at chief executive and area manager level),
- Surrey state schools as potential beneficiaries of CKT’s work
- other providers of music education in Surrey including Rock Schools
Working with:
- CKTs music education advisers to help define and deliver the above
- the bursaries trustee/manager to ensure that the criteria and process for CKTs bursaries maximises CKT’s impact
- the marketing and communications manager to best market what CKT offers to schools and music teachers
- Trustees, taking the lead on fundraising in developing applications for grants to fund CKT’s project work
- Acting as one of CKT’s Trustees and Directors attending and contributing to board meetings
- Performing such other tasks and activities for CKT as skills and time allow
Skills and experience required
In depth experience of music education at primary and/or secondary level
This will probably have been gained through practical experience either as a successful school head of music and/or in a county music service and/or in a music education charity or provider
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteer Opportunity: Board Treasurer
Do you have financial expertise and want to make a difference? The Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers (GAIL) is looking for a volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Directors.
We’re a global network of lawyers working to use the law as a force for good, working with businesses and investors to have a positive impact on people and the planet. To help us grow and thrive, we need a Treasurer who can:
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Oversee our finances and keep us sustainable
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Ensure we meet charity requirements in England and Wales
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Support our team with budgets, reporting, and good financial practice
The Treasurer will play a vital role in guiding our Trustees in overseeing our finances and helping us succeed. We’re looking for someone who is a qualified accountant, understands UK charity finance, and is willing to give a few hours a month to support our mission.
This is a great opportunity to put your skills to use in a meaningful way, work with an inspiring international team, and help shape a fairer, more sustainable future.
Please be sure to include a CV and a short statement of interest in your appplication.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Proxy by IWI Overview
The mission of Proxy by IWI is to provide and encourage an engaged, thoughtful feminist response to mainstream media,
popular culture, legal discord and advocacy.
To be published daily on the web, Proxy by IWI is ambitious, distinctive journalism about the people, ideas, laws and institutions that matter most from a feminist perspective - and beyond. Featuring hard-hitting original reporting as well as smart analysis, provocative argument, and first-person perspectives.
Principal Responsibilities
• Maintain a comprehensive overview of trends and developments on women's human rights globally;
• Must be able to submit a minimum of two (2) articles a month for publication, avg 600-800 words;
• Verify accuracy of facts and obtain supplemental material and additional details from files, reference libraries, and
interviews with knowledgeable sources;
• Organise material and report conforming to specified length, style, and format requirements;
• Interview people in a range of different circumstances as needed;
•Build contacts to maintain a flow of news, for example, police and emergency services, local council, community groups, health trusts, press officers from a variety of organisations, the general public, etc;
• Work closely with the Proxy team to produce concise and accurate copy according to our house style;
• Research and write feature articles, sometimes for subsidiary publications and supplements;
• Create news content for the Proxy by IWI website.
Requirements
• 4+ years' experience in research and /or reporting;
•Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Flexibility, initiative, and good problem-solving abilities;
• Multicultural experience and sensitivity to cross-cultural differences;
• Desire to work in a women's human rights environment;
• Strong listening skills;
• Excellent writing ability, including the ability to write in different styles and to other people's direction;
• Good analytical skills to gain an accurate understanding of the subject in question;
• Organisational ability to manage multiple projects, often to tight deadlines;
• Creative approach, both in coming up with ideas for new projects and for getting a message across innovatively;
• Good attention to detail, including the ability to proof-read your own work;
• Excellent written English skills.
Please submit a recent writing sample which best demonstrates your writing style.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are a new Community Interest Company offering arts, gardening and wellbeing workshops to all. We are currently running on a 100% voluntary basis and are looking for some revenue to offer more to our local communities. Do you have a few hours spare each week to help us out? Do you have previous experience with applying for funding? Do you think gardening and The Arts should be accessible to all? If so we would love to hear from you.
Aim of the post: To generate an income from local, regional and national grant pots to increase the range and effectiveness of Flourish Arts Network outreach.
Person Specification: The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience;
- Relevant qualifications, previous experience in grant / bid writing, fundraising, and excellent communication skills.
- Successful track record of achieving agreed financial income targets with a charity, CIC, social enterprise or not-for-profit organisation.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, work collaboratively and supportively as part of a team.
- Manage time effectively and work to deadlines; be organised in monitoring grants and responding to grant providers.
- Volunteer as little as two hours per week.
- Be passionate about the wellbeing of others.
Duties can include;
- Apply to a list of grant/funders which will be provided. Research potential grant providers to seek funding opportunities especially those relating to Flourish Arts Network's areas of operation.
- Determine and create plans to streamline the grants administration procedure.
- Initiate contact and write bids to raise funds to support for Flourish Arts Network.
- Liaise with grant providers to ensure receipt of applications, and get feedback for any unsuccessful bids in order to learn and develop moving forward.
- Closely track grant expenditure and monitoring for successful bids, in line with the terms of each grant received.
- Join us for refreshments and conversations at some of our free events.
We look forward to hearing from you. Please send us a CV or a Cover Letter outlining your experience.
To provide welcoming, safe spaces where people can engage in arts, wellbeing and gardening workshops. Reconnecting with the natural world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
GACD (the Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases) is the only alliance of international research funders jointly funding, developing and facilitating global research collaborations to tackle the growing burden of chronic ‘non-communicable diseases’ (NCDs) including heart disease, diabetes, cancers and mental health conditions. The worldwide burden of NCDs is increasing, but doing so most rapidly in poorly resourced countries where they are a significant risk to health and wellbeing. GACD aims to provide essential evidence on the most effective ways to prevent or manage these chronic conditions and improve health equity.
As a member of the GACD Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for GACD as it seeks to fulfil its charitable objects. You will ensure GACD operates in accordance with its governing document and meets its legal and regulatory requirements.
At this time, we are particularly looking to attract a candidate with a strong understanding of the UK charity sector, including experience with charity governance and best practices in charity management.
This is a voluntary role and the position is expected to start from December 2025/January 2026 for a three-year term, in the first instance.
You can find full details of the role by downloading the role description.
Closing date: 26 September 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews (virtual): w/c 13 October 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.