Communications and media manager volunteer roles in jung gu, seoul
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Job Title: Public Relations Assistant
Reports To: Head of PR
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a Public Relations (PR) Assistant to support the communications and public engagement strategy for the festival and wider organisational goals. This role is ideal for someone passionate about storytelling, community outreach, and brand visibility, while gaining hands-on experience in a meaningful cultural project.
Position Overview:
The PR Assistant will support the PR Department in developing and executing external communications, engaging with local communities, coordinating media opportunities, and planning promotional campaigns. The position also includes leadership and team support responsibilities, offering the chance to build project management and people skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Media & Communications Support:
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Conduct research to inform PR planning and outreach strategies.
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Assist in writing and editing press releases, articles, and promotional content.
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Support social media content planning and scheduling under supervision.
Event & Community Engagement:
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Support the organisation and promotion of events that engage the local community.
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Foster positive community relations through public initiatives and collaboration.
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Liaise with stakeholders and partners to maximise event exposure.
Team Leadership & Administration:
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Assist in leading PR team activities and supporting volunteers with communications tasks.
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Motivate and coach team members to fill skill gaps and grow professionally.
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Manage or contribute to PR-related projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
General Support:
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Contribute ideas and feedback during staff meetings.
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Provide support for administrative tasks and internal communications when needed.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
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No formal degree required; coursework or experience in communications, public relations, or marketing is an asset.
Experience:
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Previous exposure to public relations, event coordination, or social media strategy is desirable.
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Familiarity with community engagement and nonprofit promotion is a plus.
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Excellent written and verbal communication.
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Strong understanding of social media platforms and content strategy.
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Organised, proactive, and adaptable with a positive, solution-oriented approach.
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Confident team player with basic leadership and project coordination ability.
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Knowledge of online and offline marketing tactics.
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Event planning experience is an advantage.
Benefits:
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Build real-world PR and event coordination experience in a mission-led organisation.
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Enhance your leadership, communication, and project planning skills.
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Gain references and portfolio work to support future career opportunities.
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Work remotely with flexible hours and a supportive team.
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Travel expenses reimbursed for any required in-person events or meetings.
Equality Statement
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're looking for 2-3 detail-oriented and strategic Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Specialist Volunteers to help optimise our online presence and ensure our campaigns and content reach the communities that need them most and increase the charity’s search engine results rankings. The SEO Specialist Volunteers will play a key role in enhancing the visibility and searchability of Burning Nights CRPS Support’s website and digital content.
The SEO Specialist Volunteers will be volunteering within the Communications & Marketing Team to implement SEO best practices, conduct keyword research, improve site structure, and analyse web performance – all to ensure our content reaches a broader audience and amplifies the voice of our charity’s supporters online.
Key Tasks and Objectives
- Competitor and Keyword Research: Conduct keyword research to inform website content and campaign strategies.
- On-page optimisation: Optimise existing content for improved search engine ranking (meta tags, meta descriptions, headers, alt text, etc.)
- Monitor and analyse SEO performance using tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEMrush.
- Technical SEO Implementation: Identify technical SEO issues and collaborate with content teams to resolve them.
- Backlink and Off-Page SEO: Assist in developing backlink strategies and improving domain authority.
- Support the content team in creating SEO-optimised articles and pages.
- Provide monthly reports on SEO performance and suggest improvements.
- Stay up to date with SEO trends, Google algorithm updates, and emerging best practices.
Key Skills or Qualifications
- Excellent understanding of SEO principles and search engine algorithms.
- Proven experience in conducting SEO audits, strategy development, and implementation.
- Experience using SEO tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Ahrefs, or SEMrush or similar platforms.
- Previous experience in digital marketing, content strategy, or technical SEO.
- Ability to perform keyword research and competitor analysis.
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and content management systems (ideally Django framework).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written communication and reporting skills.
- Evidence of organisational skills, with good attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently, turning recommendations into action without needing constant oversight.
- A passion for using your skills to support patients and families impacted by a debilitating pain condition and help save lives.
- Passion for creating inclusive and accessible digital spaces.
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
- Enthusiastic about supporting a small charity.
- Willing to learn, adapt, and collaborate with a supportive team.
Desirable Experience
- Experience of Google Ads for nonprofits.
- Experience of using Django framework websites.
- Familiarity with accessibility best practices and inclusive web design.
- Experience working with or volunteering for nonprofit / charitable organisations.
- Demonstrable IT skills, particularly Google Drive and Microsoft.
- Good research and information management skills.
- An understanding of the charity sector and/or fundraising.
Key Benefits
- Volunteer as part of a forward-thinking, supportive team.
- Unique opportunity to directly contribute to strategic SEO recommendations, and the implementation of those changes to increase the charity’s visibility.
- At Burning Nights CRPS Support you’ll use your SEO skills for a mission with a real, measurable impact. This is more than just a volunteer role, it’s an opportunity to change and save lives.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families impacted by a severe pain condition.
- Building your network and forming connections with like-minded people and organisations.
- Enhance your CV and gain skills that are transferable to a variety of career paths.
- Receive training and ongoing support from our team.
- Experience the personal satisfaction and fulfilment that comes from helping others.
Training and Support
- Full induction to our organisation, as well as check-ins, ongoing training, supervision and support from the Communications & Marketing Lead Volunteer, Volunteer Co-ordinators, Trustees and the Volunteer Team.
- This a remote volunteering opportunity with regular online team check-ins and collaborative sessions with a supportive, creative, and inclusive team environment.
- Relevant and ongoing training for your volunteer role.
- Regular updates on charity activities.
- Support, advice and guidance from Charity team.
- After 3 months volunteering, all volunteers are eligible for additional training courses (reasonable cost).
- Out-of-pocket expenses, approved in advance will be reimbursed.
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.





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Help Solve the Plastics Crisis!
REUSE Foundation is a UK registered charity working to develop and support pragmatic solutions that reduce our reliance on plastic and can deliver change at scale. Though newly established, the Foundation has already earned the support of MPs, government ministers, and leading voices in industry and sustainability.
We're looking for senior and experienced professionals who can help us grow our impact.
Join Us If You Have Skills In:
- Fundraising & DevelopmentCraft proposals, shape donor strategy, or open doors to new funding sources.
- Program Strategy & PartnershipsHelp design and steer reuse pilots, or build collaborations with NGOs, brands, and local governments.
- Campaigns & CommunicationsGuide messaging, social media, media outreach, and public engagement.
Ideal for:
- Professionals or retirees with experience in the charity, corporate, sustainability or communications sectors
- Those seeking purpose-driven work with measurable environmental and social impact
- People who want to shape systemic change, not just reduce symptoms
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re seeking a strategic Chairperson to guide our Board and champion our mission. Candidates should have senior leadership experience, strong communication skills, charity governance knowledge, a passion for wildlife conservation.
Objective
The Chair will provide supportive and inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Operating Director, staff, and volunteers—helping everyone stay aligned with the charity’s mission and vision. They’ll work to ensure that each trustee feels confident in fulfilling their responsibilities and that the Board operates as a cohesive and effective team.
The Chair will also collaborate closely with the Chief Operating Director, supporting them in their role and fostering strong relationships across the organisation. Together, they’ll help the charity achieve its goals, with the Chair also serving as an ambassador and public representative of the charity.
Key Skills
- Proven senior leadership and governance experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Understanding of charity governance and trustee duties
- Passion for wildlife conservation
Principle Responsibilities: Chair Role
The Chair provides strategic leadership to ensure the charity delivers maximum impact in conserving birds of prey. They guide the Board in fulfilling governance duties, setting clear direction, managing risks and opportunities, and ensuring financial accountability.
The Chair also oversees effective governance practices, supports Board development, encourages positive change, manages conflict, leads annual performance appraisals, and ensures the Board has the right balance of skills and experience to lead the charity effectively, all while operating within agreed policies
Location
- Sculthorpe, Fakenham, Norfolk (UK Administrative Centre
- Flexible and remote-friendly – most meetings held virtually
- Some in-person attendance required in London, Sculthorpe, or Shapwick (Somerset)
Remuneration
- Voluntary position
- All reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed
Term
The charity’s Chair (and board members) will serve a three-year term to be eligible for reappointment for one additional term.
Closing date: 09:00 Tuesday 12th August 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Wekume
Wekume is a comprehensive mobile app designed to provide university students in Uganda with seamless access to reproductive health services, including counseling, testing, products, and health education, while also offering personal development resources like business incubation and career-building opportunities
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Limited Access to Reproductive Health Services: Many university students in Uganda face barriers such as stigma, limited health resources, and lack of awareness, which prevent them from accessing essential services like family planning, STI testing, and HIV prevention.
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Stigma and Misinformation about Sexual Health: In my Ugandan community, discussions about sexual and reproductive health are often taboo, leading to misinformation and fear.
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Youth Unemployment and Lack of Opportunities: Beyond facing rigid access to reproductive health, there's a lot of unemployment among student
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Inclusivity for Vulnerable and Minority Groups: These marginalised groups include refugees and students with disabilities.
Wekume provides:
Convenient Access to Reproductive Health Services: Wekume provides a centralized mobile platform that enables students to easily obtain sexual and reproductive health information without the need to visit healthcare facilities in person. This includes:
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SafeChat: Anonymous virtual counseling services aimed at reducing stigma and promoting open discussions about reproductive health issues.
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QuickTest: A feature that allows students to schedule HIV testing and receive their results quickly.
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ARV Corner: Offers information and support regarding anti-retroviral treatment for students living with HIV.
International Fundraising Manager (US & Europe-based candidates)
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
Wekume is a youth-led movement empowering students to reach their full potential by breaking barriers to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) through collaboration, empathy, innovation, and community. Our core product — the Wekume app — provides university students with trusted, discreet access to lifesaving tools like SafeChat, QuickTest, ARV Corner, and SRH product ordering. Together with our on-campus engagements and social media platforms, Wekume helps students protect themselves and rewrite the narrative around SRH in Uganda.
Role Summary Wekume is seeking a Volunteer International Fundraising Manager to design, build, and lead our international fundraising efforts. This is a key leadership role, critical to growing partnerships with corporations, individuals, businesses, organizations, and allied nonprofits to help fund Wekume’s transformative work. You will recruit, guide, and mentor a team of experienced fundraisers and gift officers, working together to secure the support needed to:
- Develop and launch our new and improved Wekume app
- Fund vital programs, SRH product access, marketing, transportation, volunteer support, leadership salaries, and more
- You will also help share Wekume’s story globally — inviting the world to stand in compassion and purpose alongside our innovative Ugandan team, and to advocate for hope, dignity, and the power to protect oneself.
Note: Wekume has 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsorship through Give to Africa, enabling U.S. donors to make tax-deductible donations. Additionally, Friends of Wekume is a non-profit charity awaiting 501(c)(3) status to provide US-based fundraising support to Wekume in Uganda.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage Wekume’s international fundraising team
- Develop and lead strategies to engage corporations, foundations, high-net-worth individuals, and other partners
- Strengthen Wekume’s global donor network through storytelling, outreach, and relationship building
- Ensure consistent progress on both major gift and grassroots international fundraising efforts
- Collaborate closely with Wekume’s leadership, grants team, and marketing team to align messaging and goals
- Mentor and inspire your team, fostering growth, accountability, and excellence
Required Qualifications
- Significant experience in non-profit fundraising, donor engagement, or major gifts (international experience a plus)
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring teams
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Passion for Wekume’s mission and the drive to help reshape futures alongside our Ugandan team
- Strategic thinker, able to set vision and translate it into action
What You’ll Gain
- A leadership role building the foundation for Wekume’s global fundraising success
- The opportunity to make a transformative impact on young lives in Uganda
- Experience leading international fundraising in a dynamic, start-up non-profit
Weekly Time Commitment
10+ hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
6+ months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
EVERY WONDERED HOW YOUR SKILLS COULD TRANSFORM YOUNG LIVES THROUGH SPORTS?
BECOME A TRUSTEE A DFY SPORTS - Level the playing field for young people through sport
Are you passionate about creating opportunities for the next generation? Want to use your skills to support a grassroots charity doing powerful work with young people in London? DFY Sports is looking for new trustees to help us grow, reach further, and have even greater impact.
Who we are
DFY Sports helps young people aged 4–15 from underserved communities flourish through sport. Based in Brent and active across surrounding boroughs, we deliver PE sessions, after-school clubs, holiday camps, football training, and run an ambassador programme connected to our founding sports agency, ISC.
We’ve grown fast—and we’re just getting started. As we scale over the next 1–3 years, we’re looking for passionate trustees to help shape that journey.
Why join us?
- Be part of a hands-on, diverse and ambitious team making a real difference in London
- Use your skills for social good and gain board-level experience
- Support a charity grounded in community, inclusion and action
Trustees meet quarterly (with pre-reads shared a week in advance). You’ll bring your experience and perspective to guide DFY’s future and support our mission at a strategic level.
Diversity matters to us
We’re especially keen to hear from people whose backgrounds reflect the communities we serve—including people of colour, women, those with disabilities, and individuals with lived experience of socio-economic disadvantage.
That said, this isn’t an exclusive requirement. We welcome all applicants who believe in our mission and want to contribute meaningfully. Our goal is to build a board that’s balanced, representative, and full of fresh ideas.
We’re currently looking for trustees in the following areas:
✅ Safeguarding
- Ensure safeguarding policies are robust, compliant and actively implemented
- Support our DSL to report risks, share learning and update the board
- Help shape a safeguarding-first culture across all activities
✅ Marketing & Communications
- Help define and strengthen DFY’s brand and public voice
- Grow our online presence and support outreach to media and partners
- Guide the team on strategic communications and storytelling
✅ Network & Fundraising
- Open doors to donors, sponsors and collaborators through your network
- Support events and campaigns that raise both funds and awareness
- Offer fresh ideas for sustainable income generation
✅ Finance
- Provide oversight of budgets, reporting, and financial controls
- Support long-term financial planning and risk management
- Ensure funds are well managed and spent with integrity
✅ Community
- Champion the needs and voices of the local community in Brent and NW London
- Build connections with local schools, grassroots groups and families
- Help us stay rooted, responsive and inclusive in everything we do
⚽ Your core responsibilities as a trustee will include:
- Attending quarterly board meetings
- Reading board materials in advance and actively participating
- Contributing to DFY’s strategic direction and key decisions
- Supporting your specific area of responsibility, as outlined above
You don’t need to have trustee experience, just care, commitment, and the willingness to bring your skills to a team working to create lasting change for young people through sport. Training and support can be provided.
Interested?
Apply now or pass this along to someone who’d be a great fit. We're excited to hear from people who want to make a difference and bring something fresh to the table.
Please provide a link to your Linkedin profile if available.
Our mission was born out of a desire to level the playing field for the next generation. Our strategy is to engage with disaffected or disenfranchised

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Roots Academy’s Vision.
A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries. Our Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.
Why Does Roots Academy Exist?
Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline.
Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a 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.
Role Summary.
As a Graphic Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the visual identity of Roots Academy UK. From designing educational resources and social media assets to crafting digital campaigns and event materials, your work will ensure our content reflects excellence, clarity, and spiritual depth. You will help bring Islamic learning to life through purposeful, polished, and impactful design.
Key tasks
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Design Development: Create visually compelling graphics for use across social media, email, web, presentations, and print.
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Brand Consistency: Ensure all visual materials align with Roots Academy’s brand guidelines and Islamic values.
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Content Support: Collaborate with the social media and education teams to translate ideas and scripts into polished, engaging visuals.
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Template Creation: Build easy-to-edit templates for internal teams to use (e.g., Canva or Google Slides).
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Trend Awareness: Stay up to date on design and content trends, especially within the faith-based and youth development space.
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Project Management: Maintain organized design files and deliver work in a timely manner.
What we’re looking for
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Strong design portfolio demonstrating creativity, clarity, and alignment with brand guidelines.
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Experience using tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Figma.
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Attention to detail and a strong sense of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy.
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Ability to take direction while contributing creative input.
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A deep understanding of Islamic values and visual modesty in design.
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Experience designing for social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok).
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Excellent communication and time-management skills.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers across the UK, Ireland, Canada, US, UAE and Australia.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
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Professional development and practical experience in design and digital marketing.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah (personal & spiritual development) sessions to develop your deen.
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.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.

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ROLE DESCRIPTION
The PR is responsible for the preparation of a press kit and outreach communications to send to journalist and media companies to publish our news on their blogs, sites, socials etc.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will create a pool of contacts on excel spreadsheet to use for press releases and media outreach on behalf of the organisation
Creating stories for several projects that are of clear benefit to the organisation including our films, music productions, acting for film workshops, artist development workshops for young people from different boroughs in West London. This role will work closely with project stakeholders, including young people organisations, funders and partners, probation officers, as well as collaborate with our Research and Performance and Collective Action departments to learn from our work and embed best practice.
This role will work closely with the Managing Director and project manager colleagues to lead our delivery portfolio through your story creations.
You will also promote our projects, recruit volunteers to support our promos and promote our programmes through the online platform such as YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
The PRO will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating the success of online promotional programmes. They will work closely with a portfolio of partners to design meaningful online interventions for our beneficiaries, as well as leading on the recruitment of volunteers to promote programmes and the evaluation of programmes using the One Place vision of change.
KEY SKILLS
Understanding and experience of marketing and online promotion of projects such as films and music with experience of promoting effective projects on a regional scale preferred but not essential, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and a passion for making a difference to the lives of young people and organisations purpose. We are looking for someone who is proactive, inclusive, inspiring, highly organised and uses their initiative to find creative solutions and manage multiple priorities.
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Are you passionate about creating a culture of welcome for refugees in the UK? Do you have extensive experience in the governance of a charity or public sector organisation? This could be the perfect role for you!
STAR is a dynamic and exciting national charity which makes a huge impact on a small budget. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating a culture of welcome in the UK for refugees ,who believes in the power of young people as changemakers and who wants to empower refugees to reach higher education to join our board of trustees.
We are in particular looking for applicants who:
- Have lived experience
- Have HR experience
- Have campaigns experience, in particular hybrid campaigning.
- Have charitable fundraising experience.
Applications from persons with lived refugee experience are highly encouraged.
Role Description
To provide strategic oversight of:
- STAR’s compliance with its Articles of Association, policies, and law;
- STAR’s compliance with all funding conditions and contracts;
- Whether STAR is best using its resources to meet its objectives;
- The effective and efficient administration of STAR;
- Monitoring and reporting of financial information;
- STAR’s funding and expenditure situation; and
- Implementation of STAR’s Equal Opportunities Policy and Safeguarding Policy in employment and service delivery.
Also to:
- Contribute actively to STAR by giving strategic direction and evaluating performance against targets
- Attend and prepare for board meetings
- Appoint board members and officers via the procedures in this policy
- Approve accounts
- Ensure that STAR and the board safeguard STAR’s values and reputation
- Provide any other assistance the board or STAR may require, as appropriate, particularly utilising any specialist skills or experience they may have.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of governance of a charity or public sector organisation
- A commitment to STAR’s values
- An awareness of issues affecting both STAR and the wider refugee sector, the ever shifting landscape of refugee policy and media coverage, or a willingness to learn and stay abreast of these current topics and new developments.
- A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to prepare for and attend regular STAR meetings for at least 2 years
- Integrity and good independent judgement
- Strategic vision and an ability to stay focused on strategic objectives
- Willingness to take part in STAR discussions, contribute constructively and listen to others
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and liabilities of trustees of a charitable company
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- A commitment to the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, as well as an understanding and acceptance of the Equal Opportunities Policy
- Willingness to undertake training required to allow them to fulfil their duties.
Desirable
Five years experience in one or more of:
- Working with people seeking asylum and refugees;
- Other work with the asylum/refugee/migrant sector;
- Charitable fundraising;
- Voluntary sector issues, such as trends for charities and partnership/network formation;
- Organisational development, growth or change;
- Human resources;
- Financial management/accountancy;
- IT;
- Negotiations;
- Marketing and public relations;
- Lobbying, advocacy and campaigning regarding social justice or social policy;
- Management and administration of a charity, for example as a director or trustee;
- Campaigning;
- Social Media/ Communications
About Student Action for Refugees
STAR (Student Action for Refugees) is the national network of students building a society where refugees and asylum seekers are welcomed and can thrive.
Set up by students at Nottingham University in 1994, STAR is creating a more understanding, just and welcoming society by:
- empowering young people to be changemakers;
- providing practical support and connecting local communities through volunteering and student volunteer led community projects;
- challenging the structural barriers that refugees and asylum seekers face when seeking protection and building new lives in the UK;
- Sharing trusted information about asylum and the lived experience of refugees to combat misinformation, hostile narratives and instead spread compassion and humanisation
We have a small staff team who train and support the network and lead on national campaign and advocacy work, with expertise in improving access to higher education for forced migrants.
Here are just some of our highlights from last year:
- 37 STAR university student society groups, across 28 towns and cities, run by 222 STAR student leaders.
- 262 events were organised by STAR groups to educate, campaign, and fundraise for a more welcoming UK, from art exhibitions to cookery classes and film nights.
- 1,280 refugees and people seeking asylum were supported by 413 volunteers through 28 community projects and 25 one off volunteering events.
- 100s of students mobilised to support calls for better treatment of refugees in the UK including standing against detention, for a fairer plan for refugees and to lift the ban on work.
- 88 UK universities now offer sanctuary scholarships for refugee students. The STAR staff team was involved in the development of many of these new scholarships and the improvement of existing scholarships. We also ran workshops for hundreds of university staff.
- 15 STAR groups campaigned for Equal Access at their institutions and 4 won!
- 65 aspiring refugee students were supported by our mentoring project and we provided signposting and advice about accessing HE to over 470 people.
If you would like an informal chat before applying, please get in touch.
Deadline for applications (EXTENDED): 18th July 2025
Interviews: Rolling
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Support onboarding, training of new volunteers
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Development, updating of training materials for volunteers
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Co-ordinate deployment of volunteers to specific projects
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Development of LRC volunteer charter
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Advising Trustees of volunteer needs
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Liaising with team members, Trustees
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Taking part in relevant meetings
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Oversee operations
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Project materials, equipment
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Volunteer expenses approval
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Contribution to website, social media content
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Key competencies
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Training / volunteer experience
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IT competent
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Team working
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Good intuition, initiative
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Good communication – verbal & written
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Attention to detail
Please submit a brief CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested in the Lyme Resource Centre and how your skills and experience can help the charity achieve its goals.
Interviews with suitable candidates will be in the form of an informal discussion with Trustees via Zoom.
Aiming to minimise risk of Lyme disease whilst enjoying the outdoors, by educating the public & health professionals about ticks & Lyme disease
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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"We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer enhanced professional development programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field). While we only have 3 vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria".
QuilomboUK is looking for a PR & Marketing Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in marketing; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply ‘give something back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
As a PR & Marketing Assistant at Quilombo UK, you will play a vital role in providing general marketing support while actively engaging in various marketing tasks to contribute to the overall success of our initiatives. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development within the different units of Marketing, including Social Media, Images, Video, and Website. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, from data collection and report compilation to active participation in campaign organization and development. You will also be actively contributing to real-life marketing projects and playing a key role in planning, developing, and implementing effective marketing strategies. This role requires a proactive and creative individual who will promote our organization through various channels, manage social media presence, contribute to innovative marketing programs, and engage in comprehensive market research.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic and creative individual who is eager to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, from strategic planning to social media management.
Main tasks:
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Working on real life marketing projects
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Planning, developing and implementing marketing strategies.
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Promote the organisation through Social Media channels , and through maintaining and updating information about the organisation.
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Managing the organisation’s social media pages by posting updates and responding to comments and messages
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Submitting ideas for marketing programmes/campaigns designed to enhance and grow the company’s brand
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Organising marketing campaigns
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Creating, organising and delivering presentations
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Conducting market research and analysing participants’ reports, questionnaires and surveys.
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Using social media and website analytics to find out the effectiveness of ongoing campaigns and understand the way users interact with the site and social media posts.
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Contribute to staff meetings, and other internal meetings with views and suggestions.
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Analyze information to provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Directors
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Receive and interpret briefings from the Directors, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of organizational objectives
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Develop and deliver clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders
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Translate briefings into actionable outcomes, coordinating with various teams and individuals
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Training and support available:
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Social media
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Canvas
Skills:
Essential
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Attention to detail
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Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
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Problem-solving, planning and creative-thinking skills
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Time management and prioritisation abilities
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Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
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Knowledge and understanding of online and offline marketing tactics
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Good Teamworking skills
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Strong organisational skills
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Numerical skills, which includes analysing and compiling spreadsheets
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Social Media skills.
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Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Adheres to the organisation’s key objectives
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Delivering quality work in a timely manner
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Self-driven
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Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate. QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Good Knowledge of market research techniques and database
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Previous experience working in an office environment, dealing with administrative tasks or using a product database.
When needed:
Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Howami
Howami is an immersive menstrual wellness app for teens.
Howami addresses the growing mental health risks for young women, low menstrual literacy, and persistent period stigma. The World Health Organization’s 2023 Menstrual Health report highlights the global need for improved menstrual literacy and awareness. This report emphasizes the importance of education about menstruation and creating positive norms. Our innovation leverages advanced gaming technology for therapeutic outcomes, aiming to counteract the negative effects of social media by promoting embodiment and self-awareness.
Howami is an innovative mobile application designed to help young menstruating individuals engage with their menstrual cycle and emotions through the use of advanced game design technology, CGI visuals, and a fluid, gesture-controlled interface. Our mission is to combat the mental health crisis affecting young women, a crisis exacerbated by unhealthy social media usage, lack of menstrual literacy, and persistent period stigma. Our app provides a safe, healthy, and non-exploitative platform tailored to the needs of young people.
Personal Assistant to the CEO
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
As Personal Assistant to the CEO at Howami, a female-led startup creating an immersive menstrual and emotional wellness app for teens, you will provide tailored, high-level support to the Founder/CEO to help manage and streamline the operational flow of the business. This role involves a deep understanding of the CEO’s unique working style and health needs, alongside an ability to support a growing, values-led startup with compassion, adaptability, and discretion.
About the CEO: The CEO is a 49-year-old Narcoleptic founder with extensive insight into all areas of the business. However, she experiences cognitive fatigue and narcoleptic episodes that make computer-based, high-concentration tasks especially challenging. This role requires close collaboration and intuitive support to help her move ideas forward and reduce overwhelm.
Key Responsibilities: • Executive & Administrative Support: o Transcribe voice notes and translate spoken ideas into clear, well-structured documents, emails, and plans. o Draft and manage email communications and respond on behalf of the CEO when needed. o Summarise meeting notes, prioritise action items, and follow up on key tasks to maintain workflow momentum. • Project & Workflow Coordination: o Help maintain clarity across multiple ongoing projects through light project management, tracking deadlines, and ensure follow-through across founders and collaborators. o Assist with the planning and coordination of internal strategy sessions, creative brainstorming meetings, and external partnerships. • Online Research & Document Preparation: o Conduct online research to support decision-making on marketing strategies, funding opportunities, and menstrual health initiatives. • Supportive Partnership: o Work closely with the CEO to understand and adapt to her cognitive rhythm, providing grounding and clarity in moments of fatigue or overwhelm. o Act as a bridge between the CEO and the rest of the founding team. Supporting communication and task delegation as needed.
Skills & Attributes: • Strong writing, editing, and transcription skills • Compassionate and intuitive working style, especially when supporting neurodivergent leadership • Highly organised and proactive in managing multiple tasks and deadlines • Skilled in Google Workspace, Canva, and light project tracking tools • Discreet, trustworthy, and reliable in handling sensitive information • Passionate about menstrual health, mental wellbeing, and purpose-led startups.
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.
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Key Responsibilities
• Identify and apply for grants and funding opportunities that align with our goals.
• Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Maintain accurate records of donations, track progress toward goals, and prepare reports for leadership.
Key Skills and Qualifications
• Proven experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or nonprofit development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to inspire and engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with fundraising platforms, CRM systems, and social media marketing is a plus.
The Abundant Woman empowers women with support, wellness, and community, fostering resilience and sisterhood for abundant, fulfilling lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Graphic Designer
Reports To: Department Manager
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a Graphic Designer to bring the visual identity of the project to life. From social media graphics to event branding and promotional materials, you will help ensure the festival’s visual storytelling is engaging, inclusive, and aligned with our mission. This remote volunteer opportunity is perfect for creatives looking to build a professional portfolio while contributing to a high-impact community event.
Position Overview:
The Graphic Designer will play a central role in shaping the visual communications for “Solta o Jogo” and other Quilombo UK initiatives. Working closely with the Creative Director and Marketing team, the designer will conceptualise and produce a range of creative assets across print and digital media. This is an ideal role for someone with strong design skills who is passionate about culture, community, and impactful storytelling.
Key Responsibilities:
Creative Development:
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Study design briefs and translate project goals into compelling visuals.
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Develop concepts, mock-ups, and final designs for social media, posters, presentations, merchandise, and web content.
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Ensure all graphics are visually cohesive, accessible, and aligned with brand guidelines.
Design Production:
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Use design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to produce high-quality visuals.
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Test designs across various formats (print, digital, mobile).
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Revise designs based on feedback from the team and stakeholders.
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Prepare final graphics and ensure they are formatted correctly for production and distribution.
Collaboration & Communication:
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Work closely with copywriters, programme leads, and event coordinators to integrate design into broader communication strategies.
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Present design ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Attend creative planning sessions and contribute visual ideas to campaign strategies.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Degree or current studies in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field is desirable.
Experience:
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Proven experience in graphic design, either freelance or in a professional setting.
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A strong portfolio showcasing illustrations, branding, and layout design.
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Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools.
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Skills:
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Excellent visual design skills and a strong eye for detail, colour, and typography.
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Ability to manage time and priorities independently.
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Comfortable receiving and applying constructive feedback.
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Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
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Open to working across various creative formats and adapting style as needed.
Benefits:
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Contribute to the visual storytelling of a nationally recognised cultural event.
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Expand your design portfolio with real-world creative assets.
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Collaborate with a supportive and multicultural volunteer team.
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Receive feedback and mentorship to support your creative growth.
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Flexible schedule with full remote access.
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Local travel expenses reimbursed (if attending any in-person sessions or events).
Equality Statement
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking to build our LinkedIn profile and our reach into the business world. The role will include advancing our connections and cultivating lasting relationships in communities of like minded companies. Content creation, updating on news and arranging in person meetings when needed are a key part of the role so candidates will need good communication skills, creative writing experience and be tech savvy. Although remote the team are in daily contact when needed and meet in person at major fundraising events where live updates can be posted. We are passionate about animal welfare so if you love dogs and have a creative skillset and some business flair come and join us.Saving Strays is run by volunteers only, please ensure that you are serious about volunteering and dedicating some of your free time to the charity.
Please tell us why you want to volunteer for our charity
We save dogs from the streets and death row and restore their health and dignity. We rehabilitate and rehome where possible respecting their sentience



