Communications manager volunteer roles in axminster, devon
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Enhanced Professional Development Programme (ePDP)
Part-time | Volunteer | Remote | 12 hrs/week | 16-week commitment
“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 three vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria.”
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:
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Workshops (e.g. Unconscious Bias, Inclusive Leadership)
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Training Programmes
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Research Services
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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
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Proactively research and identify prospective clients aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and services
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Initiate direct outreach (calls, emails, online meetings) to decision-makers across public and private sectors
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Deliver compelling sales pitches and presentations tailored to each client’s needs
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Handle end-to-end sales processes, from lead generation and qualification through to closing deals
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Secure confirmed bookings or contracts for services, including workshops, training, research, or event partnerships
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Develop and maintain a strong client pipeline, updating CRM or tracking systems regularly
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Consistently meet or exceed weekly/monthly KPIs related to outreach, meetings, and conversions
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Collaborate with the Director to refine messaging and sales strategy for maximum impact
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Maintain a consultative, value-led sales approach while staying aligned with Quilombo UK’s mission and ethos
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Provide performance updates and sales reports to the Director and Senior Leadership Team
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Stay updated on industry trends, client needs, and potential growth areas relevant to our services
Essential
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Demonstrated experience in a sales, business development, or account management role
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Proven track record of generating leads and closing deals, preferably in a service-based or social enterprise environment
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Strong presentation and negotiation abilities
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Confidence to work independently and take initiative, while collaborating within a remote team
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Passion for social justice, community engagement, and inclusion
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Desirable
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Familiarity with CRM tools and remote communication platforms
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Experience selling services to the public sector or third-sector organisations
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Understanding of social enterprises or community-based businesses
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Ability to work without close supervision and meet deadlines
What We Offer
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Real-world, results-driven sales experience with clear KPIs and performance feedback
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A unique opportunity to influence revenue and impact within a mission-driven organisation
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Coaching and mentoring from experienced directors and leadership
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A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment
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Certificate of completion and reference upon successful programme completion
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID, and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Application Process
Our HR team will contact you upon successful application to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, onboarding documents will be sent. Once completed, you’ll be invited to a 6-hour HR and Systems Induction, followed by a meeting with your assigned Director for your first day.
Job Type: Part-time (Volunteer)
Expected Hours: 12 per week
Location: Remote
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Day Shift | No Weekends
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Volunteer Helpline Advisor – Role Description
Purpose of role:
As a Volunteer Helpline Advisor, responding to Helpline enquiries from parents and carers, you will be playing a part in helping ERIC to achieve its key goal of reaching even more families.
You will work remotely, with equipment and training provided.
If you are passionate about helping to improve the lives of families whose children are affected by continence issues, and can commit your time on a regular basis, we’d love to hear from you.
Terms:
Due to the nature of the work, our helpline volunteers are continence nurses or qualified healthcare professsionals.Volunteer sessions are a full day of 5 hours, on the same day each week, please note that currently we need more volunteers on Mondays & Tuesdays only. We ask volunteers to commit to this regular weekly pattern, ideally for a period of one year or more. This helps to maintain consistency and a high standard of professional practice.
Expenses may be paid, subject to agreement in advance .
Tasks could include:
· Answering calls on the Helpline
· Signposting to information on our website
· Responding to & following up enquiries by email
· Entering information onto our IT system
Skills and qualities:
· Professional qualification and/or clinical experience
· Enjoy working as part of a team
· Friendly and positive with a can-do attitude
· Well organised with good time management skills
· Empathetic and non-judgmental
· Able to use standard IT packages including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook)
· Able to follow ERIC’s policies, including safeguarding and confidentiality
· Willing to continuously develop professional practice.
To get everyone talking about good bladder & bowel health from birth, to empower families, deliver professional training & influence research & policy
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Kurapa Moyo
Contextualising wellness to the realities of African women through community, care and intention
At Kurapa Moyo, we address the critical gaps in mental health and wellness advocacy across Africa, focusing on the unique challenges faced by youth, women, and marginalized communities. The social and environmental challenges we tackle include:
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Stigma Around Mental Health: Cultural stigma prevents many individuals from seeking support. We work to normalize conversations around mental health and provide accessible resources to empower individuals to prioritize their well-being.
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Youth Mental Health Disparities: Many young people, especially in underprivileged settings, lack the tools and safe spaces to process mental health challenges. We create programs that educate and equip youth to become advocates for their mental wellness and their communities.
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Workplace Wellness for Women: African women often face intersectional barriers, including gender bias and workplace burnout. We design initiatives that promote holistic wellness, encouraging work-life balance and resilience-building practices.
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Trauma and Collective Healing: The lingering effects of historical and social trauma require intentional spaces for healing. Through programs like creative transcendence journeys, we focus on collective recovery, fostering communities that thrive emotionally and mentally.
Our mission is to cultivate a culture of care and resilience, breaking barriers to wellness and inspiring sustainable change.
At Kurapa Moyo, we believe that healing and resilience grow through intentional community, education, and advocacy. Our solution focuses on creating accessible, transformative programs and spaces that empower individuals and communities to address mental health challenges effectively. Here's how we achieve this:
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Wellness Advocacy Training Program: This flagship initiative trains young leaders to become mental health advocates. By equipping youth with the knowledge, tools, and networks to create change, we foster a generation of proactive wellness ambassadors who can impact their communities.
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Workshops and Healing Spaces: We design and facilitate workshops tailored to specific groups, such as women in the workplace and youth navigating mental health stigma. These sessions combine storytelling, evidence-based practices, and culturally relevant approaches to promote self-awareness and collective growth.
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Creative Healing Journeys: Our creative transcendence programs use art, storytelling, and communal dialogue to address trauma and encourage emotional recovery. These journeys are particularly impactful in creating safe spaces for collective healing.
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Digital Outreach and Campaigns: Leveraging social media and online platforms, we amplify mental health education through campaigns like “Mental Health at Work,” targeting stigma reduction and wellness promotion among African audiences.
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Collaboration with Communities: We work alongside community members and organizations to co-create solutions, ensuring our programs address localized needs while promoting ownership and sustainability.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about amplifying wellness and making it as accessible as possible to African women.
Programs Assistant
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
As a Program Assistant for our wellness advocacy training program, you will play a key role in supporting the program's smooth operation. You will assist Mojisola, who leads the program, in recruiting facilitators and participants, coordinating activities, and ensuring effective delivery. Your work will contribute directly to the success of our wellness advocacy initiatives, ensuring they align with the mission and objectives of our organisation
Responsibilities:
- Facilitator & Participant Recruitment: Assist in identifying and recruiting qualified facilitators and participants for the wellness advocacy training program.
- Program Support & Coordination: Provide logistical support for program activities, ensuring smooth execution.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that program needs are met and that resources are available.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Maintain communication with program participants, facilitators, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment and a smooth workflow.
- Documentation & Reporting: Help manage program documentation, track participant engagement, and assist in compiling data for reporting. Aid in monitoring program outcomes and collecting feedback.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Program Manager to support any program needs, including arranging meetings and ensuring program goals are met on time.
Key Requirements:
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience or interest in wellness advocacy, community outreach, or related fields
- Comfortable with both administrative duties and program coordination
- Proactive and able to work independently while collaborating with a team
Weekly Time Commitment
4-6 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
6+ months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The role: Our scholars are eager to meet graduates and professionals who can support them in achieving their ambitions. Mentors are mainly responsible for providing support and career advice to pupils. Mentors must also be committed to supporting us at our events, which take place in the evenings and on Saturdays throughout the term. These events include our scholar enrichment days, our parent and pupil information sessions and our volunteer social events which are held in London.
Availability: Mentors must be available for approximately 2-3 hours a month to meet with their mentee, and discuss via phone, email or in person. There is a minimum commitment of one year (three terms).
In addition to this, you will need to support a minimum of 2 events throughout the year. Enrichment and skill-building events for our scholars usually take place in the evenings and at weekends, with events ranging from 2-8 hours in length.
Location: Mentoring sessions and events can take place online or in person.
Responsibilities:
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Working collaboratively with parents to give students guidance and advice on how to achieve their aspirations
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Informing pupils of opportunities to them so that they can achieve their aspirations
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Meeting with pupils for one to one mentoring sessions
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Supporting pupils with university, sixth form or job applications
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Monitoring and reporting on each pupils progress
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Giving feedback to parents and programme coordinators
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Working collaboratively with other tutors and mentors
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Supporting at events including:
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Collaborate effectively with other volunteers within the events team
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Assist with setting up and clearing up at events
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Support workshop facilitators with managing groups of young people or parents
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Assist with the coordination of lunch or refreshments for attendees
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Assist the event coordinator with ensuring the health and safety of attendees and overall risk management at events
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Give feedback to the event coordinators and programme managers at the end of each event.
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Person specification:
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Be passionate and committed to tackling educational inequality
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Enjoy working with children and young people
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Be educated to a minimum of degree level or equivalent
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Possess strong communication skills both written and verbal
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Be punctual and organised
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Be able to remain calm under pressure
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Have excellent time management skills
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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URBAN YOUTH - VOLUNTEER WITH US!
New Start-Up - New Beginning - Endless Opportunities
Are you a creative and tech-savvy individual with a passion for digital engagement? Urban Youth is looking for a dedicated and innovative Social Media and Digital Volunteer to join our team. In this role, you’ll help boost Urban Youth’s online presence and connect with young people across London through engaging content and digital strategies.
In this role, you will:
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Manage our Social Media Platforms, take charge of Urban Youth’s social media accounts, creating fresh, exciting content that inspires, informs, and engages.
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Develop Digital Campaigns, by planning and executing impactful online campaigns that promote our youth programmes and attract support from the community.
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Create Multimedia Content, by designing graphics, edit videos, and write compelling posts to showcase our work and connect with our audience.
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Engage with our Online Community, by building relationships and interacting with followers on social media, fostering a sense of connection and belonging.
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Analyse Performance, by tracking and reporting on engagement metrics, helping us refine our approach and maximise our impact.
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Stay Ahead of Trends, by keeping up with the latest social media and digital marketing trends to ensure Urban Youth remains relevant and innovative.
We're Urban Youth
Urban Youth is an exciting and vibrant new start-up youth work organisation based in London, passionate about empowering London's youth to get involved, discover their path, and shape their destiny. Our vibrant community organisation is dedicated to uplifting young people through engaging, impactful youth work activities that inspire growth, connection, and self-discovery.
JOIN US AT URBAN YOUTH
Get Involved | Discover YOUR Path | Shape YOUR Destiny
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A bit about this role
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best – whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
What can you expect to be doing?
This is a really flexible role – you can choose what you’d like to get involved with:
- Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- Online fundraising – setting up online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised
- Marketing – spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- Championing our work – getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise vital funds through fundraising activities. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated group of volunteers. Whether you’d rather be out and about, or volunteering from your own home, there are so many ways to fundraise.
We’re looking for someone with
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to be part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Flexible approach
- Knowledge of local community networks (would be an advantage)
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments. You’ll be part of a team all working together to raise vital funds while having fun in the process!
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Are you looking for a volunteering role that supports the impact of the whole third sector? Infrastructure charity DataKind UK is looking for new members to join our Board of Trustees, including a Chair and Treasurer.
DataKind UK is a small charity with a vision for a strong, thriving third sector that embraces data use to become more impactful. We connect third sector organisations with data professionals to improve their decision making, problem solving, and working practices, by applying data science approaches to sector-wide challenges.
We’re looking for enthusiastic and supportive individuals to fuel our mission and direction by providing oversight of our operations, supporting with major decision-making, and advocating for our work and cause.
Being a trustee is a great way to give your time to a cause you care about, broaden your network, and develop your strategy and governance skills and knowledge. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities, as we would like to increase the representation of these groups in our community.
How to apply
To apply, please read our candidate pack for more detail and send a 1-2 page cover letter outlining what you would bring to the role based on the skills outlined in the candidate pack, especially highlighting if you are interested in the Chair or Treasurer role, along with your CV, by Monday 2 June.
Initial screening calls will take place during the week commencing Monday 9 June.
Interviews will take place on the 17, 18, and 19 June 2025, with the aim of new members being recruited and onboarded for the following board meeting in August.
Supporting third sector organisations to achieve their missions through increased use of data science.




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Role Overview
As the Volunteer Executive Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the CEO by managing key administrative and strategic tasks that help drive the organisation’s success. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gaining insight into high-level decision-making and organisational strategy.
You will act as a trusted partner to the CEO, assisting with scheduling, communication, and project coordination to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
This role is perfect for someone who:
Enjoys taking initiative and finding creative solutions to challenges.
Has a keen eye for detail and can anticipate the needs of leadership before they arise.
Is looking for a hands-on learning experience in executive leadership, nonprofit management, or organisational strategy.
Wants to make a meaningful impact by supporting a mission-driven organization.
Responsibilities:
Act as a key point of contact and liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
Coordinate, prepare, and follow up on meetings, ensuring the CEO is always equipped with relevant information and materials
Draft and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations to maintain a professional and impactful standard.
Undertake research and data analysis to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
Assist with project management tasks, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
Support the planning and coordination of events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives.
Keep track of key actions, priorities, and goals, ensuring the CEO's time is optimised for maximum impact.
Adapt to the evolving needs of the CEO and the organization, stepping into new challenges with enthusiasm.
What We’re Looking For
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Suite
Ability to work independently and handle confidential information
Previous experience in executive support or administration (preferred but not required)
Passion for our mission and a commitment to supporting nonprofit work
What You’ll Gain
By joining us as a Volunteer Executive Assistant, you’ll gain more than just experience—you’ll become part of a meaningful mission while developing key professional skills. Here’s what you can expect:
- Valuable Executive-Level Experience – Gain first hand insight into the operations of a CEO and how strategic decisions are made within an organisation.
- Professional Development – Enhance your skills in executive administration, leadership, time management, and communication—great for career advancement.
- Mentorship & Networking – Work closely with an experienced CEO and connect with professionals across different sectors, expanding your career opportunities.
- Resume Booster – Having experience as an Executive Assistant to a CEO is a strong asset for future job opportunities, particularly in business, nonprofit leadership, and administration.
- Flexibility – Enjoy a volunteer role that fits around your schedule. We understand that life is busy, so we offer flexibility in working hours.
- Personal Fulfillment – Contribute to a cause you’re passionate about, knowing that your work is directly helping to drive real change.
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with a CEO, gain invaluable executive experience, and contribute to a mission-driven organisation. If you’re highly organised, proactive, and eager to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Join us in driving positive change—apply today by sending your CV and a brief cover letter
We look forward to welcoming you to the team!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Founded in 1997, the Islington Centre for Refugees and Migrants provides a place for refugees, migrants, and people seeking asylum to rebuild their life with support and community. From classes to casework to financial assistance, the Centre has a wide offering available for our community of over 200 people. Our approach is compassionate and human and the support we offer is long term - on average people stay with us around four years.
The current Board brings a wide range of charity and public body experience including strategy and fundraising and we are looking for skills to both enhance and complement these strengths.
The Centre has a dedicated and talented staff team led by our CEO, Andy Ruiz Palma, who joined in 2000 as an English teacher. In addition to this staff resource we have around 40 volunteers who provide direct support through activities. We also have in place accountancy support to the executive and a dedicated fundraising team.
We are looking for people who can demonstrate a strong empathy with our client group and who understand how to work with organisations rooted in a local community. You will bring excellent people and communication skills and demonstrate good team-working.
You will demonstrate this through your experience working with marginalised communities (either in a frontline operational role, a policymaking role, or on the Board of another organisation) or personal lived experience as a member of a marginalised community.
We are open to applications from people looking for their first Trustee role or who may not have considered being a Trustee before and will provide mentoring to help trustees find their feet.
We are looking to recruit 2- 3 new trustees and have a strong preference for any of the following or a combination of these skills:
- Finance/Accountancy qualification – we have an excellent Treasurer Trustee and are looking for a deputy
- HR
- Fundraising
- IT/Data management
- Lived Experience as a refugee or migrant
Our mission is to offer people the emotional support, practical tools and sense of community they need to be happy and have a decent quality of life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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VOLUNTEER CHAIR/COORDINATOR
Across the UK, our 65 local branches help disabled people live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.
As your local Chair or Coordinator, you’ll take the lead in making sure your local branch works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct, and support other branch volunteers to make sure your branch’s activities meet the needs of your local disabled community.
You’ll bring your leadership, communication, organisation, and motivational skills to this role.
What the role involves
This is a varied role where local need shapes what you’ll be working on, but it often includes:
• Coordinating the activities of our local branch to undertake and meet the needs of referrals in your area
• Coordinating and chairing the branch meetings
• Leading the branch’s shared responsibility for planning and completing referrals
• Coordinating the recruitment, induction, and ongoing support of new local branch volunteers
• Approving income and expenditure with the other branch bank account signatories and ensuring with the Treasurer that our financial requirements and policies relating to branches are followed
• Ensuring the branch’s activities comply with policies to keep people safe
• Regularly communicate and act as a key contact between staff and volunteer
What you’ll need for this role
Essential
• Confident in leading and chairing a meeting
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
• Willingness to attend local events to promote the charity’s work
• Ability to understand and follow external and internal policies and procedures• Able to keep people’s personal details safe
• Willing to follow Remap policies and procedures – and a commitment to our values
Desirable
• Confident in communicating with different audiences, including decision-makers and volunteers
• Able to delegate and motivate the activities of others
• Enthusiastic about raising awareness of the charity’s work in the local area
• Willingness to develop skills and experience
You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and some online training, as well as a DBS check.
Why volunteer
When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without you – your hard work, skills and commitment.
N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us.
REMAP exists to improve the quality of life for people who experience short or long-term disability through infirmity, illness or ageing.
Trustee – PR & Marketing Specialist
Help shape the future of deer conservation and education
The British Deer Society (BDS) is looking for a passionate and experienced professional to join our Board of Trustees, bringing expertise in PR and marketing to help us expand and diversify our reach.
Why join us?
As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in guiding BDS, ensuring we achieve our mission to educate, inspire, and advocate for deer welfare. You’ll provide strategic oversight, support our executive team, and help grow our membership by engaging diverse audiences across age, gender, and background.
About the role
Our Trustees share collective responsibility for the governance and administration of the charity. This includes ensuring BDS has a clear strategy, that our goals align with our vision, and that we operate effectively and ethically. Trustees act as a group, working collaboratively to support and challenge the leadership team.
What we’re looking for
We seek a Trustee with:
✔ Expertise in PR and marketing, ideally with experience in membership growth and audience engagement
✔ A strong understanding of governance and strategic oversight
✔ A passion for conservation, education, and wildlife advocacy
By joining BDS, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of deer conservation and education in the UK.
Interested? Apply now and help us take BDS to the next level!
We educate and inspire everyone about deer. We highlight the importance of evidence-based deer management. We champion deer welfare relentlessly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Honorary Secretary and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Honorary Secretary you would be using your skills and experience to support the leadership and strategic direction of our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years, becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.
Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:
· increased independence and self-confidence
· improved mental well-being
· reduction in social isolation
· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.
· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.
We are looking for an active and well-organised Secretary who can provide support for our governance functions. You will be required to attend and minute online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.
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".
WHO WE ARE
We are a Kingston-based social enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion. Encouraging different cultures to unite enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with cultural, social and sports organisation's, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. Our findings are supported by educational opportunities designed to broaden perspectives.
Ready for an adventure? Dive into the heart of Quilombo UK by exploring our website and videos! Discover our mission, values and the impactful work we do to make a difference in our community.
Your journey with purpose begins here
Join us in creating positive change!
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Join our dynamic team as a Volunteer HR Recruiter and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our non-profit Organisation. As a key member of our Human Resources team, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring the acquisition of talented individuals passionate about our mission. Your expertise will contribute to building a dedicated and skilled workforce, enabling us to impact the community positively. This role offers a unique opportunity to utilise your HR recruitment skills for a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience in the non-profit sector.
Collaborate with hiring managers to identify hiring needs and implement effective sourcing strategies,
Interview and Selection
Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline.
Conduct initial screening interviews to effectively evaluate the candidates’ skill set and cultural fit while providing an engaging experience.
Foster positive relationships with candidates, keeping them informed about the status of their applications.
Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records and recruitment metrics.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Proven experience as an HR Recruiter or in a similar role
Familiarity with job boards and professional social platforms
Strong understanding of recruitment processes and employment laws
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Strong marketing and negotiation skills
Outstanding teamwork skills and ability to create relationships at all levels, showing respect to different types of people.
Professionalism and Confidentiality
WHAT WE OFFER:
Opportunity for professional growth and development in Recruitment and other HR departments depending on your knowledge and learning aptitude.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.
Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday to Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Contract length: 16 weeks
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits:
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About YAUK
We are a not-for-profit organisation passionate about improving the lives of young people across the UK and believe that every young person should have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our work involves using up-and-coming research and advocacy to address issues affecting young people, such as climate change, unemployment and skills training, and inclusion and diversity. We are firmly committed to improving young people's lives and believe that our unique and successful approach to achieving our vision will change lives for the better.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
Responsibilities may include
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To complete research tasks in line with timelines and agreed deadlines
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To help plan, write, edit and proofread reports, literature reviews and related writings
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To work alongside others in managing a workload, and actively communication
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To analyse and interpret research data (mainly qualitative, secondary data analysis)
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To support and be accountable to the senior researcher
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To assist in the design and planning of projects and research work
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To follow ethical guidelines
Requirements:
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To have knowledge on children’s human rights in the UK and other related areas
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To have experience as a Research Assistant or Researcher or equivalent role in related areas
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Experience in qualitative research methods and secondary data analysis, quantitative experience a plus
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To be able to work well as part of a team and independently
Benefits
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This is a UK based 100% fully remote and flexible role
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Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Provide a cover letter explaining why you want to volunteer with us, and explain a situation in the past where you have used your own initiative to complete a task.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
Your mission will be leading efforts in safeguarding Onja’s legal interests as it continues to grow.
Responsibilities:
- providing accurate, relevant and timely advice to management and staff on a needs basis in respect of a broad range of issues, with a particular focus on employment law and dispute resolution;
- ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the organisation;
- managing and mitigating legal risks by designing and implementing organisational policies and procedures;
- collaborating with third parties, including external counsel and regulators, as needed; and
- designing and delivering legal training to the organisation;
Requirements:
- Twelve month commitment (this ensures sufficient time to make a truly meaningful impact) with potential to renew/extend.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Bachelor of Laws or equivalent
- Legal industry experience preferred
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Ability to work well within a team and individually.
- Professional legal qualification and/or exposure to employment law/dispute resolution would be a plus
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.