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Coempowered is a small but rapidly developing non-profit working to empower indiviuals and help build community capacity among for young people, women, and marginalised communities in the UK and internationally through workshops, classes, semiar, projects and research. We are now building the foundations of our organisation and are looking for a dedicated, creative volunteer who is genuinely passionate about our educational and social mission and willing to grow with us as we expand our work and prepare for charity status.Having seen the impact of our work since 2021, we are now laying the foundations for long-term growth and preparing to register as a charity. We are seeking a committed and motivated volunteer who is genuinely passionate about educational and social change and eager to help build our organisation with us.
About the Opportunity
This role is central to Coempowered’s next stage of development. We are positioning ourselves to apply for our first grants, develop partnerships, and build sustainable funding streams. We are looking for someone who can take initiative, collaborate closely with the directors, and contribute strategically to our fundraising capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wishes to make a tangible difference in a small organisation and to help shape its future.
Key Deliverables
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Research suitable grant opportunities and funding sources.
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Assist in preparing core organisational documents, including:
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Activity reports
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Business plans
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Project proposals and bids
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Write compelling grant applications tailored to funders’ criteria.
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Prepare outreach materials, donor communications, and mailshots.
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Use direct mailing and other methods to engage potential and existing donors.
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Support the recruitment, coordination, and management of volunteers involved in fundraising activities.
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Ensure smooth execution of all tasks related to fundraising, documentation, and relationship-building.
What We’re Looking For
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Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or partnership development (professional or voluntary).
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Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive proposals.
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Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Self-motivation and reliability, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
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A sincere interest in education, youth empowerment, philosophy, or social impact.
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Someone keen to contribute to the long-term development of a small but ambitious organisation.
Time Commitment
Flexible and remote, approximately 4–6 hours per week, depending on grant cycles.
If you are passionate about meaningful education and wish to play a key role in helping a young organisation grow and secure its future, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Co-Thinking, Co-creating, Co-flourishing Women, Migrants, Socially and economically marginalised youth www.coempowered.org
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About The Role
At WWT we shape unforgettable experiences. We are a warm, welcoming and genuine charity that protects and restores Wetlands. WWT Martin Mere has 600 acres of amazing wetland scenery which is home to such an assortment of wildlife.
We are looking for volunteers who can support our team in our Café and shop to ensure we offer excellent customer service to our visitors.
By providing excellent customer care in our shop, you will be encouraging our visitors to support the wider conservation work of WWT. The money that is taken in retail is instrumental to the conservation work that WWT can afford to carry out.
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email us, or give us a call and leave us a message with your name and number.
About You
Who are we looking for?
This role would suit you if:
- Have an enthusiastic and friendly manner
- Have an eye for detail and creativity
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- A confident attitude and / or experience in successful face-to-face contact with the public
- Commitment to excellent customer service
- Are happy using a computer/till
- Like working in a busy environment
- An interest in birding and optics equipment (if you’d like to get involved in promoting and selling our optics)
We are particularly looking for people to help on Mondays, Thursdays or Fridays.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you'll love volunteering at WWT
- Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
- Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
- Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) - Interview Management Team!
Help Shape Our Humanitarian Team! Join the IHF Interview Management Team
Are you organized, empathetic, and passionate about connecting people with meaningful roles? Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) as a member of our remote *Interview Management Team*. Play a critical role in recruiting volunteers who are eager to make a difference in the world.
What You’ll Do:
- Coordinate Interviews: Oversee and conduct interviews with potential volunteers, guiding them through our application process and creating a welcoming experience.
- Promote IHF’s Mission: Clearly communicate IHF’s values and mission, ensuring that volunteers understand the importance of their role.
- Match Talents with Needs: Work closely with other teams to ensure that volunteers are placed in roles that align with their skills and interests.
Why Join IHF?
- Impactful Recruitment: You’ll be helping us find passionate individuals who will carry out important humanitarian work.
- Skill Development: Gain experience in human resources, recruitment, and cross-cultural communication.
- Work Remotely: Enjoy the flexibility to make an impact from wherever you are.
Requirements:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in recruitment, interview management, or HR is beneficial.
- A positive attitude and a commitment to IHF’s mission to help communities worldwide.
Be a Part of Our Mission– Join IHF’s Interview Management Team and help us build a community of dedicated volunteers committed to making a difference.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Read Easy provides free, confidential, one to-one reading coaching for adults who struggle with reading, through a network of volunteer groups. Read Easy groups are changing the lives of individual adults across the country by providing them with the support they need to learn to read, and in turn opening doors for them to all sorts of new opportunities in life. You can read about the difference Read Easy makes on our website.
As the Team Leader you are responsible for the proper and effective direction of your local group. This role will appeal to someone with enthusiasm and energy who will enjoy managing a team of diverse volunteers. Ideally, the Team Leader will remain in this role for at least two years.
How we will support you
You will be provided with the Management Team Handbook, training/induction, policies, and guidance specifically needed for this role, including access to support from a Read Easy UK Regional Adviser, via your Team Leader. You will also be invited to Read Easy UK’s regional forums and annual conference which gives volunteers an opportunity for networking with those from other groups.
What you will be doing
● Leading the Management Team in setting goals and planning activities so that it functions effectively in delivering reading coaching to as many local people as possible.
● Encouraging and supporting Team members to fulfil and enjoy their roles, and managing succession planning for the group.
● Leading meetings and setting agendas.
● Ensuring that tasks are delegated and effectively completed so that all on the Management Team are able to contribute to the success of Read Easy locally.
● Ensuring that the requirements of your Constitution and Affiliation Agreement are met, and that the guidance in the handbooks provided by Read Easy UK is followed.
● Acting as an ambassador for your Read Easy group and building positive and beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
● Building strong relationships with your Read Easy UK Regional Adviser.
● Maintaining and promoting the reputation of your group and of Read Easy UK as a whole and ensuring that members of the group uphold Read Easy UK’s values
The skills you need
● Strong leadership and team management skills and experience, with ability to motivate and inspire trust and confidence in others.
● An ability to think and act strategically, set goals, plan work and delegate.
● A willingness and ability to challenge others, deal with underperformance and manage conflict when necessary.
● Reasonable confidence in using IT.
● The ability to use initiative and work independently.
● A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.
● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.
● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
● Energy and enthusiasm with an average of four to five hours a week to commit to the role.
What is in it for you?
● Use your knowledge and skills to lead a team to support Reader achievement
● Meet and work collaboratively with new people
● Be active and engaged, adding value to your local community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Department: Events / Income Generation
Location: Middlesbrough Football Club
Time Requirement:5pm – 12.30am
Date: Saturday 28th March 2026
DBS Check needed? No
Age Requirements: 18 years +
Role Summary:
We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers to join our event support team. As a volunteer, you’ll play a key part in creating an enjoyable and memorable experience for our guests. Tasks may include welcoming and directing attendees, assisting with registration and seating, supporting activity areas (such as the casino, photo booth, or auctions), and providing general help throughout the evening.
Key Responsibilities
Welcome guests on arrival with a friendly and professional approach.
Guide guests to seating, activity areas, restrooms, bars and exits as needed.
Support themed event zones (e.g., casino tables, photo booth, raffle/auction areas)
Provide general event information and answer basic guest queries.
Monitor assigned areas to ensure safety, comfort and smooth guest flow.
Communicate any issues or questions promptly to the event manager or supervisor.
Help with the setup and reset of materials, signage, and activity stations where required.
Encourage guest participation in fundraising, raffles or competitions.
Maintain a professional, approachable, and positive attitude throughout the event.
Personal qualities:
Volunteers in this role should demonstrate:
- Compassion and empathy when interacting with guests and fellow volunteers.
- Tact and sensitivity when supporting guests who may need extra assistance or reassurance.
- Excellent communication skills, both in giving clear information and listening attentively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, staying proactive when tasks arise.
- Good attention to detail, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Polite and approachable, helping guests feel welcome and valued.
- Professional attitude, maintaining high standards of presentation and behaviour throughout the event.
Training requirements:
As a Annual Ball Volunteer you will complete the following training:
- Teesside Hospice mandatory training
- Volunteer induction training
- Any other training identified as appropriate to the role
Support and supervision:
Your first line of support and for any enquiries will be Tilly Roberts to support you in your role.
Communications:
Tilly Roberts (Events and Community Manager) will regularly provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events appropriate to your role.
You will be provided with a Teesside Hospice volunteer badge
Benefits:
- 20% discount off purchases made in our shops.
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
- Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day
- Access to discounts with other retailers and companies
- 10% discount in the Northgate Tea Rooms.
If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!
Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Shannon Trust fulfils an unmet need around adult learning, supporting people who’ve fallen through the cracks in formal education.
We know a lot of people have had negative learning experiences in the past, so our programme is designed to be different, with no exams and no classrooms. Our unique, evidence-based Turning Pages reading manuals are used by thousands of learners in prisons and the community to improve reading skills.
Prison volunteers live near to their local prison so that they can visit about once a month during the working week to nurture the growth of the Shannon Trust in their prison. They help unlock the power of reading by offering advice, guidance, training and support to prison staff and prisoner mentors who help other prisoners to improve their skills 1 to 1.
We are looking for volunteers who are able to work alone, able to give a regular, reliable commitment for ideally two years and able to deliver engaging training to groups of people in prisons. Due to the nature of the role, prison security vetting will be required.
We provide training for the role via e-learning and 4 training sessions which are a mix of live, online and group training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Why we want you
As branch chair you and your branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
- Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising activities so that potential beneficiaries, volunteers and supporters are aware of SSAFA as first in mind for support.
- Building relationships with the regional and national SSAFA team, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA serving community teams, local military establishments, etc.
- Attending events as a key SSAFA representative.
- Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s central office
- Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
- Working with other volunteers, regional and national team members to attract and recruit new volunteers as required.
- Work closely with the community engagement co-ordinator to recruit, welcome, induct, support, and manage volunteers in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
The skills you need
- Motivating leadership with an ability lead a team of volunteers.
- Friendly and approachable
- Great written and verbal communication skills
- Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
- Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area.
- Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community.
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
- Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
- Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
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About the Role
The Events & Partnerships Officer will help plan, coordinate, and deliver community events, charity fundraisers, and partnership activities to support our growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and deliver events (community days, fundraisers, volunteer events)
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Build relationships with schools, local businesses, and partners
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Secure sponsorships, in-kind donations, and venue support
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Promote events alongside the communications team
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Manage event volunteers and logistics
About You
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Experience planning events (formal or informal)
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Great communication and organisational skills
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Confident working with stakeholders
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Creative, proactive, and reliable
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Shannon Trust fulfils an unmet need around adult learning, supporting people who’ve fallen through the cracks in formal education.
We know a lot of people have had negative learning experiences in the past, so our programme is designed to be different, with no exams and no classrooms. Our unique, evidence-based Turning Pages reading manuals are used by thousands of learners in prisons and the community to improve reading skills.
Prison volunteers live near to their local prison so that they can visit about once a month during the working week to nurture the growth of the Shannon Trust in their prison. They help unlock the power of reading by offering advice, guidance, training and support to prison staff and prisoner mentors who help other prisoners to improve their skills 1 to 1.
We are looking for volunteers who are able to work alone, able to give a regular, reliable commitment for ideally two years and able to deliver engaging training to groups of people in prisons. Due to the nature of the role, prison security vetting will be required.
We provide training for the role via e-learning and 4 training sessions which are a mix of live, online and group training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated people who’d like to help raise awareness and vital funds for local projects that make a real difference.
As a Fundraising Volunteer, you’ll support our fundraising activities, from community events and local partnerships to online campaigns. You’ll help inspire support for our programmes that empower people, promote wellbeing and build stronger communities.
This is a flexible, rewarding opportunity for anyone who enjoys connecting with people, being creative and helping a good cause grow.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting the organisation and delivery of fundraising events and activities
- Helping prepare materials such as posters, donation forms and thank-you messages
- Promoting campaigns and community events online or in person
- Engaging with local businesses, schools or groups about partnerships or sponsorships
- Assisting with donation recording and simple reporting tasks
- Helping share stories that highlight how donations make a difference
Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence speaking with the public and representing the charity positively
- Creativity and enthusiasm for community fundraising
- Teamwork and reliability
- Basic digital skills (social media or online tools)
- Attention to detail when handling information or donations
What You’ll Gain
- Experience supporting fundraising and community engagement activities
- Opportunities to build confidence and communication skills
- Insight into how charities raise funds and engage supporters
- The satisfaction of helping local projects continue and grow
About Us
We are a community-led charity tackling poverty at its root by empowering people and communities to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.
Our programmes support children, young people, adults and families through education, employability, wellbeing and social inclusion activities that promote confidence, connection and opportunity.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in our work.
Safeguarding training will be provided for all volunteers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for this role.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support participation wherever possible.
A catalyst for overcoming poverty at its root by empowering marginalised people and developing sustainable communities.



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Shannon Trust fulfils an unmet need around adult learning, supporting people who’ve fallen through the cracks in formal education.
We know a lot of people have had negative learning experiences in the past, so our programme is designed to be different, with no exams and no classrooms. Our unique, evidence-based Turning Pages reading manuals and Count Me In numeracy manuals are used by thousands of learners in prisons and the community to improve reading and numeracy skills.
Prison volunteers live near to their local prison so that they can visit about once a month during the working week to nurture the growth of the Shannon Trust in their prison. They help unlock the power of reading by offering advice, guidance, training and support to prison staff and prisoner mentors who help other prisoners to improve their skills 1 to 1.
We are looking for volunteers who are able to give a regular, reliable commitment for ideally two years and able to deliver engaging training to groups of people in prisons. Volunteers do not need to be teachers or qualified traininers, full training will be given. Due to the nature of the role, prison security vetting will be required.
We provide training for the role via e-learning and 4 training sessions which are a mix of live, online and group training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Retail Lead Volunteer - PDSA
Could you support your local PDSA shop - and help us care for the pets of people in need?
Every PDSA shop needs an amazing team of volunteers to make it a success and we’re on the lookout for people to join us.
Our shops raise funds to support our 48 pet hospitals and increase awareness of the work we do to get the nation PetWise.
With some roles, you may have the opportunity to become a Lead Volunteer or to gain a nationally recognised qualification (NVQ). Lead Volunteers are trained in all aspects of running the shop and can deputise for the manager, so this is a fantastic opportunity that would really enhance your CV. There are many different ways you can help and even a couple of hours a week will make a difference.
This is a varied and responsible role where you’ll be supporting the Shop Manager and Assistant with the day-to-day running of the shop. You’ll be encouraged to lead on new projects and may be asked to provide cover when the Manager is absent from the shop.
What skills do I need?
- Are you a natural team leader and problem solver?
- Do you have great communication skills?
- Do you have previous management experience?
- Are you commercially aware?
- Do you have good IT skills?
- Are you confident working independently?
If the answer is yes to most of these, this could be the ideal role for you. We provide training and we reimburse travel expenses so you won’t be out of pocket
We can offer you the chance to:
- Develop fantastic retail and supervisory skills for your CV
- Work flexible hours that suit you.
- Make new friends.
- Gain a qualification (if you meet the requirements)
We’re looking for people who are:
- Positive and friendly
- Willing to take responsibility and manage others
- Confident with cash handling
- Aware of health & safety issues
- Happy working as part of a team
- Flexible and keen to learn
Get in touch today to talk to us about volunteering in one of our stores, we’d love to hear from you!
PDSA positively encourages volunteer applications regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, adults at risk and all our colleagues and expect everyone who works for us to also share this commitment and to treat people with courtesy and respect.
To support this commitment, our recruitment & selection processes are robust and rigorous and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks. A basic DBS check is required for this role.
Volunteer Board Members with expertise in Communications and Marketing/Service Development/Business Development – Evolving Communities
Do you want to be part of an organisation that is working to ensure that everyone has a voice in influencing positive change in health and social care? Evolving Communities is a not-for-profit Community Interest Company that specialises in patient, public and stakeholder engagement and insight to drive and support improvements in health and social care.
Working a national, regional and local level, Evolving Communities delivers local Healthwatch services and Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnerships, and consultancy/advisory work for those who commission, provide and develop health and social care services and products.
About the roles
Evolving Communities is looking to expand its Board with a view to building on the company’s success in health and social care and consultancy/advisory and so develop and expand its business into other areas where the experience of the public voice translates. This could be, for example, care, housing or education.
Key responsibilities include:
- Constructively challenging and helping to develop business proposals and strategy.
- Overseeing the performance of management in meeting agreed goals and objectives and monitoring the reporting of performance.
- Ensuring the integrity of financial information and that financial controls and systems of risk management are robust and defensible.
Who we’re looking for
The existing Board is looking for people to complement their individual and collective skill set and who are interested in and supportive of public advocacy. Candidates may have experience in either:
- Communications and marketing (Ideally within a health-focused organisation)
- Service development within the health and/or social care sectors
- Business development/sales/commercial (ideally from the health and social care sectors)
Candidates will also demonstrate a range of knowledge and skills, such as:
- Strategic thinking and planning. Able to analyse complex information, including statistical data. Able to draw logical conclusions and contribute to rational decision making.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with a wide a range of stakeholders and audiences.
- An interest in health, social care and wellbeing issues and how these may affect people.
Time commitment and term
This is a voluntary role with a term of three years, with the option to serve for a further two years if invited to do so by the Chair. The commitment involves attending a Board meeting every other month (option to join in person or virtually), and other ad hoc meetings such as training and away days. Overall, this is a role requiring a time commitment equivalent to approximately two days per month.
How to apply
To express your interest in this role please apply to this advert with an updated copy of your CV, and a member of TPP’s Leadership and Governance team will be in touch with further information.
The deadline for applications is 5.00pm Wednesday 14th January Evolving Communities anticipating that interviews will be held February date TBC.
Both Evolving Communities and TPP Recruitment are committed to equal opportunities and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Become a Young Trustee of Young Citizens and help light the spark of active citizenship for children and young people!
With citizenship education set to become statutory in primary schools, votes at 16 on the horizon, and growing concern about the health of our democracy, this is a pivotal moment to join Young Citizens as a Young Trustee.
For over 35 years, Young Citizens has helped children and young people understand society, engage in democracy and make a positive impact in their communities. Through flagship programmes like The Big Legal Lesson, The Big Democracy Lesson, the Make a Difference Challenge and National Mock Trial Competitions, we bring citizenship to life in classrooms and communities across the UK – reaching 300,000+ young people every year.
Our five-year strategy, Lighting the Spark, is focused on making sure every young person in the UK experiences powerful, practical and immersive citizenship learning. As a Young Trustee, you will help shape this next phase of growth, strengthen our financial sustainability, and ensure we make the most of the opportunities ahead.
This is a voluntary role (reasonable expenses reimbursed) and a chance to play a strategic part in strengthening UK democracy through education.
Role Snapshot:
- Contribute to shaping Young Citizens’ strategic direction and monitoring performance
- Help ensure compliance with charity law and our governing document (training provided)
- Safeguard the charity’s values, reputation, and financial integrity
- Support effective use of resources and long-term sustainability
- Work with fellow trustees to advise and support the CEO
- Act as an ambassador for Young Citizens, promoting our mission and building connections
Why join as a Young Trustee?
- Play an important role in guiding a national charity at a critical time for civic education.
- Bring your perspective as a young person to Board discussions - your lived experience matters.
- Gain governance experience, develop leadership skills, and learn how charities operate.
- Receive full induction, safeguarding training, and ongoing support, including a mentor trustee.
In short, you’ll help ensure hundreds of thousands of young people every year gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to participate meaningfully in society.
What We Are Looking For
We’re looking for young trustees who bring fresh ideas, big-picture thinking, and a collaborative spirit. You’ll approach the role with openness and integrity, ready to learn, grow, and champion Young Citizens beyond the boardroom.
We welcome applications from young people aged 18–25 who are passionate about active citizenship and youth voice. You do not need prior board experience - training and support will be provided. We’re looking for potential, and learning as you go is part of the role. If you have experience or interest in any of the following areas, that’s great (but not essential):
- Citizenship education or youth engagement
- Marketing, communications, or influencing
- Business growth and partnerships
- Digital innovation or technology
- Fundraising and income generation
We also welcome diverse experiences or educational backgrounds, including leadership, public service, law, finance, policy, or community involvement.
If you want to play an active role in guiding strategy and making decisions that matter, ensuring hundreds of thousands of young people every year have the skills and confidence to engage fully in society, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Requirements
The role requires around 4–6 hours per month, including preparation and engagement between meetings. Trustees attend four board meetings a year (usually weekday evenings in London), monthly online finance updates, and an annual Away Day. Appointments are for an initial three-year term, with potential renewal. While day-to-day operations are led by the Chief Executive and senior team, trustees hold ultimate responsibility for governance and compliance.
To learn more about the role and the application process, please refer to the job pack for full details.
Please send your CV and a one-page personal statement (explaining why you want to be a Young Trustee and how your skills align with the role) via the CharityJob application link.
Deadline: 11pm, Sunday 18 January 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will have a first-round online interview in January/February, followed by second-round interviews in mid-February. We’ll do our best to accommodate holiday schedules.
If you need any adjustments to make the process more accessible, please let us know when applying.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.


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Job Title: Admin Assistant
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 dedicated Admin Assistant to support the day-to-day coordination and administrative operations behind this exciting and community-driven programme.
Position Overview:
The Admin Assistant will play a vital role in supporting communication, event coordination, documentation, and volunteer tracking. This position is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit administration, event logistics, and team coordination. The role offers flexibility, skill development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Coordination Support
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Schedule and manage logistics for project events, workshops, and community showcases.
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Track bookings, rehearsals, and venue use to ensure a smooth timeline.
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Support RSVP management and communication for performances and activities.
Data & Documentation Management
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Maintain and organise project records such as attendance sheets, registration forms, and feedback.
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Ensure digital files are properly stored and accessible for all team members.
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Assist in compiling reports and summaries post-events.
Communication & Liaison
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Serve as a contact point for public and internal queries related to the project.
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Help coordinate communication between departments involved in the project (HR, Marketing, PR, Finance).
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Communicate with facilitators, artists, and partners to confirm details and provide logistical support.
Resource & Inventory Support
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Track inventory of promotional and event materials.
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Assist in coordinating procurement and delivery of materials for activities and performances.
Volunteer Coordination
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Monitor onboarding progress of volunteers engaged in Solta o Jogo.
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Assist with preparing and maintaining volunteer schedules.
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Provide administrative support during volunteer briefings and training.
General Administrative Duties
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Take meeting minutes and circulate action items.
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Help draft internal updates, task lists, and team reminders.
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Provide general clerical support as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
No specific degree required, but experience in administration, event coordination, or office support is desirable.
Skills & Attributes:
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Attention to detail and ability to multitask efficiently.
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Friendly, professional, and proactive attitude.
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Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with remote teams.
Benefits:
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Gain practical experience in nonprofit administration and cultural event coordination.
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Work flexibly with a remote, supportive team.
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Contribute to a vibrant, meaningful community project.
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Receive mentoring and transferable skill development.
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Local travel reimbursement for any in-person events or meetings (if applicable).
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 welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.