Communications volunteer volunteer roles in ilford, greater london
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Your role
Amazing, giving, and inspiring are just a few words we would use to describe our volunteers.
Our volunteers play an integral part in the services we provide and the people we support. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you will really make a difference whilst gaining experience along the way, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness.
About the role
As a Regional Fundraising Volunteer, you will support Rethink Mental Illness in generating income, raising awareness, and building community engagement through local fundraising initiatives. The role will involve event planning and support, and public engagement to help achieve regional fundraising goals.
You will play a major part in bringing to life regional fundraising activities in line with our “Rethink in the Community" concept and increase regional awareness to generate much needed additional income and amplify the impact of the work Rethink Mental Illness do.
You will receive training and regular supervision to ensure you feel confident in your role.
Regional locations
Whilst this is a home based role, you will occasionally attend events within your region. We're particularly interested in receiving applications from people who live in the following areas:
Yorkshire & Northeast: Newcastle, Gateshead, York, Sunderland
Northwest: Manchester, Liverpool, Stoke-on-Trent
Midlands: Birmingham, Solihull, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall
Southwest: Gloucester, Bristol, Plymouth, North Devon, South Devon, Cornwall
East of England: Norfolk, Norwich, Ipswich
What you will be doing as a Regional Fundraising Volunteer:
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Support and assist in organising and participating in local fundraising events.
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Help with event logistics, set-up, and participant engagement to ensure smooth delivery.
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Take part in local initiatives acquiring donors and do it yourself fundraisers.
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Increase awareness of the organisation’s work by helping to promote regional fundraising activity.
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Represent the organisation at schools, community groups, and public events, delivering presentations to inspire support.
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Communicate with supporters via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
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Attend and contribute to meetings with the fundraising team and supporters to share updates and ideas.
What will make you a great fit for this role?
You will have good knowledge of your local community and be passionate about making a difference to those severely affected by mental illness. You will also have:
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The ability to organise events and activities
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The ability to inspire and motivate others
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Good communication skills
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Creative ideas to promote diverse fundraising activities
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Dedication to our cause
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy – delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic and our LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrate our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and (asexual) (LGBTQIA+), people with a disability, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
About Remus Horse Sanctuary
We are a charity in Essex that provides lifelong care for rescued horses, ponies, donkeys, and other animals. We promote animal welfare and responsible ownership.
Why Join Us?
Becoming a trustee is a chance to make a real difference. You’ll help guide the charity’s future, support animal welfare, and work with a passionate team.
What Trustees Do
- Ensure the charity serves the public good
- Follow legal and governance rules
- Act in the charity’s best interests
- Help shape strategy and monitor progress
- Represent and promote the charity’s values
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome all backgrounds, especially those with experience in:
- Fundraising (strategy, donor engagement, grants)
- Legal (charity or animal welfare law)
- HR (people management, safeguarding, volunteer coordination)
What You Need
- Strategic leadership experience
- Strong communication skills
- (Bonus) Knowledge of the UK charity sector
Commitment
- 3-year term (renewable up to 6 years)
- 4 board meetings per year (in Essex or online)
- Voluntary role (expenses reimbursed)
Person Spec
Essential
- Experience of guiding and directing an organisation at a strategic level during periods of pressure change and development
- Confident and effective communication skills
Desirable
- An understanding of the UK Charity sector and fundraising processes within this context.
Terms of office
- Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office, renewal for three further terms to a maximum of six years.
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Please apply with a short cover letter and your CV. We’re happy to chat informally before you apply. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and informal discussion with the Chair and Founder.
Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary provides a lifetime of help and care for horses, ponies, goats & sheep, who are victims of physical and mental abuse




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Main purpose of job: To host our Parent/Carer online community support group as part of Mast Cell Actions community support services.
Key tasks include:
· Host support sessions with professionalism and enthusiasm.
· Moderate Q&A sessions, and facilitate audience interaction to keep participants engaged.
· Manage technical aspects of virtual events, to ensure smooth execution.
· Take the register and send post event emails using our bespoke event platform
· Raise safeguarding concerns using internal processes and procedures. Training will be provided
· Maintain confidentiality and follow charity policies and procedures
· Undertake relevant training
Key Objectives Include:
· The main purpose of this role is to facilitate and host our Parent/Carer Support Sessions alongside another volunteer
· Host support sessions in a manner that captivates and engages the audience, keeping them interested and actively participating throughout the event.
· Reassure and validate participants' experiences whilst encouraging story-sharing.
· Manage the technical aspects of virtual events proficiently.
· Represent Mast Cell Action professionally at all times, demonstrating strong communication skills, reliability, and adaptability in a virtual environment.
Experience/skills required:
· Proven experience as a virtual event host, moderator, or similar role is desirable but not essential as we can train you.
· Must have personal experience of being a parent or carer for a child with MCAS or suspected MCAS
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Web developers and designers wanted to support East London Waterworks Park in continuing to improve its website and digital infrastructure.
East London Waterworks Park is a volunteer-led charity that has won a 2024 New London Architecture award and raised £2m towards buying land from the Department for Education to transform the 14-acre Thames Water Depot on Lea Bridge Road on the border of Waltham Forest and Hackney, into a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces.
We are looking for web developers and designers to contribute to our community-led working group who are working on coordinating content and infrastructure for the East London Waterworks Park website.
There is opportunity to lead on projects across web development and UX and web design, and facilitate the direction of the working group.
The Comms Circle currently meets fortnightly on a Tuesday evening on Google Meet and spends voluntary time outside of the meeting completing agreed tasks remotely.
You should be experienced in HTML, PHP, CSS, Javascript and SQL, and or UX and web design. You should be comfortable with community-led processes. Our roles are quite flexible. We hope that people bring radical imagination, peace with nature, and courageous inclusiveness to the role.
Contribute to the creation of a new biodiverse community-owned park with free access natural swimming ponds. Your skills in web design and development will be crucial in creating a visually engaging and user-friendly online presence that effectively communicates the park's biodiversity and mission. By designing engaging websites and interactive platforms, you'll help us connect with our community, inspire action, and secure the necessary support for the park's future.
East London Waterworks Park is a charity campaigning to create a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces




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Are you a visionary leader who believes in the power of community and kindness?
SUNSHINE is seeking a Charity Manager/Leader to help shape our journey from seedling to bloom. You’ll guide our small but mighty team, set the tone for our values, and help us grow with integrity and heart.
You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:
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Enjoy leading with empathy and purpose.
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Want to co-create a charity that uplifts isolated people.
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Thrive on strategy, storytelling, and sparking change.
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Enjoy chatting with people and building relationships.
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Are organised and love making people feel seen.
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Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.
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Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.
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Are ready to learn and grow with us.
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Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.
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Like working flexibly and creatively.
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Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.
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Want to give back to society, the community.
We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a charity at the very start and to make a difference in shaping how we move forward.
Who are we looking for?
At present we are working to secure funding that will see us through our first year, and the role will be an important part of the organisation's growth and ability to obtain funding for specific areas of work by ensuring people who volunteer or engage with Living Reasons receive a high level of training and development.
As an organisation, Living Reasons believe that your individual skills are more important than experience. With this in mind, this role would suit someone who enjoys helping, engaging and passing on knowledge as well as researching and creating new ways of communicating with people, whether you have experience in learning and development is not important as they are skills that can be built on and are able to grow with the organisation.
Living Reasons – What we are planning, who we are and where we are now:
What is the plan?
The person who is starting the charity up is autistic, has ADHD, CPTSD and also multiple physical conditions that effect daily life and is part of the LGBTQ+ community and has faced a lot of issues in life because of these things.
Living Reasons is being created to fix what we think is a challenging situation that is getting harder to achieve every week, month and year in the current economic, political, environmental and societal landscape. It is not easily defined but we hope the charity objects below will help put context to what we want to achieve, what we can say is that below are the issues we are trying to address, how we do this will change as quickly as society does, but the issues we want to tackle are these:
1) Outdated and damaging employment practices
2) Accessibility to services
3) Limited employment, training and education opportunities
4) Lack of support during times of crisis or need
5) Lack of equity and agency for many people in society
6) Institutional discrimination that is not challenged
7) Abuse of the legal system at all levels
8) Abuse of power in government bodies
9) Poor access to healthcare
10) Unequal treatment of many people in society by large corporations
11) Assumptions made by wider society based on incorrect, outdated or discriminatory rhetoric that is used in daily life
12) Outdated company engagement with the public
13) Lack of support that is not talked about and not being addressed
Our Living Values -
Creativity
1) Imaginative Development (Individual)
2) Instilled Collaboration (Internal)
3) Changing The Status Quo (External)
Prospectivity
1) What Can You Do (Individual)
2) What Can We Do (Internal)
3) What Can They Do (External)
Revolutionary
1) Inspire With Confidence (Individual)
2) Boundaryless Innovation (Internal)
3) Challenge Traditions (External)
Attentivity
1) Analyse and Redesign (Individual)
2) Rebel and Reform (Internal)
3) Enquire and Reimagine (External)
To create equality and equity in all areas of society, opening opportunities that are less damaging and focused on the person as a whole.

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Job Title: Programme Manager
Reports To: Programme Director
Location: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full - Time
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
“Solta o Jogo” is an exciting cultural competition and community festival celebrating Brazilian traditions through Capoeira, music, dance, and acrobatics. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, this event offers free taster classes, performances, and a vibrant Brazilian arts & products fair—engaging local communities and encouraging cross-cultural learning.
We are looking for a Programme Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of the event. This hybrid volunteering role requires a commitment of 12 hours per week for 6 months. It is best suited for someone based near Kingston, as travel expenses will be reimbursed. This is a great opportunity to lead a high-profile community initiative that has previously been praised by local councillors, Kingston University, and the Brazilian Consulate in London.
Position Overview:
The Programme Manager oversees the strategic delivery of a multi-project programme focused on enhancing employability and skills development for target populations. This role ensures alignment with organisational and community goals, driving initiatives that reduce skills gaps, improve workforce readiness, and foster partnerships with employers and training providers. Reporting to the Programme Director, the Programme Manager manages a team of project specialists and coordinators, ensuring seamless execution of programme activities and measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities:
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Programme Leadership:
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Lead the end-to-end employability and skills development programme delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
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Mentor and manage project specialists and coordinators, assigning tasks tied to programme milestones such as training workshops, employer partnerships, and participant assessments.
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Stakeholder Collaboration:
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Build and maintain relationships with employers, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organisations to align programme outcomes with labour market needs.
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Act as the primary point of contact for external partners, ensuring their requirements (e.g., hiring criteria, certification standards) are integrated into programme design.
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Programme Design & Delivery:
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Oversee the development of training curricula, mentorship initiatives, and job placement strategies tailored to diverse participant groups (e.g., youth, career changers).
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Monitor participant progress and employment outcomes, using data to refine programme effectiveness.
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Risk & Compliance Management:
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Identify barriers to participant success (e.g., accessibility, resource gaps) and escalate systemic challenges to the Programme Manager with actionable solutions.
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Reporting & Communication:
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Track and report on key metrics such as participant engagement, skill acquisition rates, and post-programme employment status.
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Prepare updates for senior leadership and stakeholders to demonstrate programme impact.
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Process Improvement:
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Implement feedback loops with participants and partners to continuously enhance programme quality.
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Promote best practices in adult education, vocational training, and equity-focused initiatives.
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Required Qualifications:
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Resources, or a related field.
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Experience:
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3–5 years managing employability, workforce development, or adult education programmes.
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Proven experience leading teams and collaborating with cross-sector stakeholders.
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Skills:
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Strong understanding of labour market trends and barriers to employment.
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Ability to design inclusive, participant-centric programmes.
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Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems) and project management software.
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Exceptional communication skills for engaging diverse audiences.
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Certifications: Certifications in programme management (e.g., PgMP), career coaching, or adult education are advantageous.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Board Member (California Only) – HELPING CHILDREN INC (Remote)
Organization: HELPING CHILDREN INC
Location: Remote (Must reside in California, USA)
Type: Volunteer Position – Board of Directors
Time Commitment: Approx. 4–6 hours/month
Start Date: Immediate
About HELPING CHILDREN INC:
HELPING CHILDREN INC is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering children globally through education, health, and rights-based initiatives. We are a California-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a growing presence in Sri Lanka, Ukraine, and other regions.
Volunteer Opportunity – Board Member (California Resident Only):
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Volunteer Board Member who lives in California to join our U.S. Board of Directors and support the operational and legal representation of our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as an authorized representative of HELPING CHILDREN INC in the State of California.
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Assist with opening and managing a U.S.-based bank account on behalf of the organization.
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Participate in virtual board meetings and strategic planning discussions.
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Sign official documents and complete state/federal filings as needed.
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Provide guidance on compliance and administrative matters relevant to California-based nonprofits.
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Support fundraising and public engagement efforts, when possible.
Qualifications:
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Must be 18 years or older and currently reside in California.
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Familiarity with nonprofit operations or willingness to learn.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Commitment to the mission and values of HELPING CHILDREN INC.
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Ability to represent the organization with professionalism and integrity.
Preferred (not required):
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Experience with nonprofit banking, governance, or legal compliance.
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Background in law, finance, or public administration.
Benefits:
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Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children globally.
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Gain nonprofit board leadership experience.
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Receive a letter of recommendation and volunteer certificate upon request.
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Flexible remote work with meaningful purpose.
"HELPING CHILDREN INC is a nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of children and youth worldwide.
Actively Interviewing
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Role Overview:
The Chair will ensure that the board functions effectively, maintains high standards of governance, and that the charity's mission and goals are achieved.
Key Responsibilities:
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Board Leadership:
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Lead the board in setting and implementing the charity’s culture, direction, and strategy.
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Ensure the board operates inclusively and effectively.
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Chair board meetings, ensuring decisions are made and actions are followed up.
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Strategic Direction:
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Guide the development and implementation of the charity’s strategic plan.
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Ensure the charity’s activities align with its mission and goals.
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Oversight and Accountability:
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Monitor the charity’s activities and ensure high standards of governance.
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Hold staff members accountable and support their professional development.
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Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (this includes Charity Commission and companies House requirements).
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Close Supervision:
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Ensure that all members of staff have adequate line management and supervision (not necessarily by the Chair as this may be allocated to another trustee).
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Act as the primary point of communication between the board and the staff.
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Direct Involvement:
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Take a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations, as necessary.
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Assist in tasks typically handled by additional staff due to the charity’s limited resources.
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Enhanced Communication:
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Ensure clear and consistent messaging between the board and the staff member.
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Financial Oversight:
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Oversee the charity’s finances, possibly taking on some treasurer responsibilities (currently the board has an appointed treasurer and an honorary accountant).
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Ensure the charity operates within its financial means.
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Volunteer Coordination:
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Recruit and manage volunteers to support the charity’s activities as and when appropriate..
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Policy Development:
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Ensure the development, implementation and review of policies to ensure effective and legal operation of the charity.
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Annual Review:
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Lead the board in reviewing its structure, effectiveness, delegations, and key policies annually.
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Person Specification:
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Leadership Skills: Proven experience in leadership roles, preferably within the charity sector.
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Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and guide the charity’s direction.
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Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial management and oversight.
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Commitment: Dedication to the charity’s mission and values.
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IT competency: Able to use cloud-based systems (currently Google Drive)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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 animal welfare and wanting to make a difference to the lives of cats and kittens in the York area? Join us as a Foster Coordinator to support the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of cats and kittens.
Role overview:
As the Volunteer Foster Coordinator, you will play a vital role in managing our foster program for cats in our care. This position is essential for ensuring that our cats are placed in loving, temporary homes while they await adoption. You will collaborate closely with foster carers, potential adopters, and other volunteers to create a supportive environment that benefits both the cats and their fosters.
Key responsibilities:
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Foster management: Oversee the onboarding and ongoing support of foster carers.
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Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for foster carers, addressing any questions or concerns and providing necessary updates. Communication will primarily occur through email and messaging platforms, access to facebook and Whatapp is essential.
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Training and support: Provide guidance and resources to foster carers on cat care, behaviour, and best practices to ensure the well-being of the cats in their care and ensuring our policies and procedures are upheld.
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Record keeping: Maintain organised and accurate records of foster placements, including intake forms, health updates, and feedback from foster homes.
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Coordination of resources: Ensure that foster homes have the necessary supplies (food, litter, etc.) and access to veterinary care as needed.
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Post-Foster follow-up: Check in with fosterers to gather feedback and facilitate any transitions to permanent homes, ensuring a smooth process for both the cats and their fosters.
What we’re looking for:
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Passion for animal welfare: A strong commitment to the well-being of cats and a desire to support their journey to permanent homes.
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Excellent communication skills: Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively with foster carers and the volunteer team.
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Organisational skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple foster placements simultaneously.
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Computer proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and communication platforms such as email and social media.
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Previous experience in animal rescue: Preferred but not essential; a willingness to learn and grow in this role is important. It is essential, however, to have experience and knowledge of cat health and behaviour.
Why Join us?
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Make a difference: Play a crucial role in the lives of cats and their foster families.
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Gain experience: Develop valuable skills in animal rescue and foster care management.
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Community support: Become part of a dedicated team of animal lovers and advocates.
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Ongoing training & development: Receive support and guidance from experienced volunteers and trustees.
We are Band of Rescuers North Yorkshire, a cat rescue team based in York, North Yorkshire dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of cats

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Respond is seeking a qualified accountant to join the Board of Trustees as honorary Treasurer.
About the Respond Treasurer role
This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer in a vital governance role at Respond: the Treasurer maintains an overview of the charity’s financial affairs, ensuring effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are in place.
As a member of the Board of Trustees, the Treasurer also supports good governance, helping set the strategic direction of the charity for the years to come.
The role would suit a qualified accountant with some knowledge of charity accounting and the ability to communicate financial information to the wider board in a clear and accessible way.
With a passionate Board of Trustees and a committed staff team, you’ll join an organisation focused on making a real difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma.
Please note this is a voluntary role. Any expenses incurred while carrying out the duties of the role will be reimbursed.
About Respond
Respond is a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people who have experienced abuse, violence or trauma. Respond offers psychotherapy and advocacy support and provides specialist trauma informed training for services.
Through specialist advocacy and therapeutic support, we support people to navigate complex systems such as criminal justice, social services and housing, and to cope with the impact of trauma, build healthy relationships and move forward with their lives.
If you are a qualified accountant that shared our passion for supporting survivors, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your experience and interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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FUNDRAISING VOLUNTEER
Fundraising Volunteer (RSPCA Finchley, Golders Green, Hendon & District Branch)
Do you have bags of enthusiasm and are good at organising events? If yes, volunteer for the RSPCA as a Fundraiser and have fun and meet new people whilst raising vital funds for animals in need in your area!
Overview of opportunity
As a Fundraising Volunteer, you will play a vital part in organising and assisting with our fundraising activities. All the proceeds from these activities go directly towards the essential animal welfare work that we do at branch level.
About the RSPCA
Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.
Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!
The RSPCA Finchley, Golders Green, Hendon & District Branch
The RSPCA Finchley, Golders Green, Hendon & District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.
The main activity of our branch is local animal welfare. We take in neglected, abandoned & vulnerable animals locally, via our own animal welfare officer, as well as the national RSPCA Inspectorate officers. Our funds are mostly raised through our 2 charity shops.
Fundraising Volunteer responsibilities
- Organise, advertise, and promote fundraising activities to raise vital funds to improve animal welfare.
- Plan and participate in organised events for fundraising over an agreed period.
- Communicate all planned activities with staff and other volunteers.
- Work alongside other volunteers, staff, and members of the public, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
- Ensure best practice in fundraising and that it is legally compliant.
What we are looking for in a Fundraising Volunteer
- Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment.
- Lots of enthusiasm to help us raise much needed funds
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Friendly and approachable
- Ability to work on own initiative
What we can offer you as a Fundraising Volunteer
- You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
- Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
- Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.
- Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.
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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!
Job Title: Legal 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 Legal Assistant to support the organisation in ensuring legal compliance and best practice across all departments. This remote volunteer opportunity is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on legal experience within the nonprofit sector while contributing to a meaningful community-focused project.
Position Overview:
The Legal Assistant will play a key role in ensuring that Quilombo UK’s operations—including its programmes, policies, and partnerships—are fully compliant with current UK legal standards. The role involves reviewing legal documentation, supporting contract management, advising on compliance issues, and assisting teams such as HR, Marketing, and Funding to uphold required legal frameworks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a legally trained individual seeking to apply their knowledge in a purposeful, community-led environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Compliance & Advisory:
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Assist in ensuring that projects, policies, and operations are legally compliant with up-to-date UK legislation and regulatory standards.
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Provide legal support in reviewing and interpreting organisational contracts and documents.
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Work with HR to review onboarding documentation and volunteering agreements.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration:
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Offer legal guidance to teams across Marketing, Funding, HR, and Finance to support compliant decision-making.
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Ensure all documentation and activities across teams are aligned with internal legal standards.
Contract Management & Documentation:
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Support the creation, organisation, and maintenance of contracts and legal documents.Assist in ensuring all terms and conditions are clearly communicated and upheld.
Research & Reporting:
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Conduct legal research as needed to support internal inquiries and programme development.
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Prepare reports or summaries for leadership as requested.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
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Degree in Law or equivalent legal qualification (or significant progress toward one).
Experience:
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Experience or strong knowledge of legal documentation, UK employment law, or contract management.
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(Desirable) Experience in a legal assistant or paralegal capacity.
Skills:
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Excellent legal research, writing, and document-review skills.
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Good understanding of UK legal frameworks relevant to nonprofit organisations.
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Strong time-management and organisation skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high professional integrity.
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Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Benefits:
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Contribute your legal expertise to a culturally rich and community-driven project.
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Gain experience applying legal knowledge within a real-world, cross-functional environment.
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Collaborate with a diverse team and support meaningful social change.
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Flexible working hours and full remote access.
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Local travel reimbursement (when applicable for in-person meetings 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.
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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!
Volunteer Befrienders needed now in Cardiff and the Vale
Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale are reaching out to find new volunteers to help our older clients stay in contact with the outside world. Many older people remain alone at home for long periods of time, with only the TV for company. You can get out into your community and help an older person combat loneliness and isolation.
No experience is necessary. If you could spare just an hour a week to support an older person and bring some cheer into their lives, we would love to hear from you.
You just need to have good communication skills, be a good listener and enjoy having a chat.
Opportunities across Cardiff and the Vale, South Wales
Volunteer today to support older people in Cardiff and the Vale. Volunteers need to be aged 18 + and make a minimum commitment of 6 months..
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