Compliance Manager Volunteer Roles in Edinburgh
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About Us
Youth Advantage UK is an organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Youth Advantage UK is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in everything we do. Our work impacts young people, and we take pride in ensuring that our practices align with our values of integrity, transparency, and accountability.
We are seeking experienced and passionate Ethics Managers to lead and oversee our ethical frameworks and compliance initiatives in our research teams.
Role Overview
The Ethics Managers will play a key role in fostering a culture of ethical compliance and best practices across the organisation. This includes developing, implementing, and monitoring research documents, and ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1) Develop and maintain the organisation’s ethics research documents and procedures.
2) Write risk assessments.
3) Provide advice and guidance to volunteers on ethical dilemmas and decision-making.
4) Ensure compliance with relevant ethical standards, regulations, and best practices.
5) Fill in the Integrated Research Application System (IRAS) applications with the guidance of the research team.
Skills and Experience Required
A degree in Psychology, Health or a related field that was focused on delivering research
1) Experience submitting ethics documents to either academic ethical committees or the IRAS software application.
2) Demonstrated experience in ethics management, compliance, or a related role.
3) Analytical thinking with the ability to handle complex ethical issues.
What We Offer
1) A dynamic and supportive working environment.
2) Opportunities for professional development and training.
3) Flexible volunteering arrangements.
4) The chance to contribute meaningfully to our organisation's mission or impact area.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about fostering ethical practices and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role.
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We Are REMIX!
A brand new start-up youth charity currently being created to develop young people. At REMIX, we are passionate about making a transformative, positive impact on the lives of young people in London and beyond. Our mission is to empower, inspire, and uplift the next generation by providing them with the tools and skills to become responsible, resilient, motivated, entrepreneurial, critical thinkers, and self-reliant individuals.
What We Will Do:
- EMPOWER: We will empower young people through dedicated hard work and action-based programmes that unlock their potential.
- INSPIRE: We will inspire growth and self-improvement by nurturing essential life skills, personal development, and character-building.
- TRANSFORM: We will transform lives by helping young people make better decisions, overcome challenges, and face their situations with confidence and self-esteem.
Our Approach:
- Positive Role Models: We will provide mentoring with positive, guiding, and inspirational role models who genuinely care about young people's journeys and their destinations.
- Team Building: We will encourage teamwork and team-building activities to foster a sense of community and collaboration.
- Holistic Development: We will focus on developing confidence, self-esteem, and belief in oneself through nurturing and supportive programmes.
- Action-Based: We will believe in taking immediate action to create lasting change and transformation.
WE NEED YOU!
We are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated volunteer who has experience of administrative duties, ideally in management but not essential and who can commit to a few hours per week to help us manage our administrative tasks and duties to ensure the smooth running of Remix that will help change young people's lives.
Admin Manager Duties:
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Office and Youth Hub Management:
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Oversee the day-to-day operations of the charity's office and Youth Hub.
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Ensure the office and Youth Hub environment is welcoming and suitable for staff and volunteers, as well as young people and our guests.
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Manage office supplies, equipment, and technology.
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Administrative Support:
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Provide administrative support to the charity's leadership team.
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Organise and coordinate meetings, events, and activities.
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Handle correspondence, phone calls, and inquiries.
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Take meeting notes and type up official meeting minutes and records.
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Human Resources:
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Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, and training of staff and volunteers.
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Maintain accurate records of employee and volunteer information.
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Support HR processes such as appraisals, surveys, and training records.
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Financial Management:
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Assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and record-keeping.
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Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
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Oversee the processing of donations, grants, and other funding sources.
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Compliance and Governance:
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Ensure the charity complies with relevant legislation, regulations, and guidelines.
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Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and inspections.
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Support the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures.
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Communication and Relationship Building:
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Maintain regular communication with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.
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Build and maintain relationships with external partners and suppliers.
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Promote the charity's programmes and initiatives to attract support and participation.
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Strategic Planning and Development:
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Support the development and implementation of the charity's strategic plan.
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Identify opportunities for growth and improvement in administrative processes.
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Collaborate with the charity's leadership team to align administrative functions with Remix's mission and goals.
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Join us at REMIX as we positively challenge, nurture, and guide young people on their journey to self-improvement, success, and impact. Together, we can inspire and transform lives.
REMIX
EMPOWER. INSPIRE. TRANSFORM
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Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Remote
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Responsible for: Overseeing and managing the Fundraising Department (including the recruitment and organisation of volunteers)
Purpose of the Role: To develop and implement effective fundraising strategies that secure vital resources for IAC UK’s charitable initiatives.
About Us
IAC is a rapidly growing charity that empowers communities worldwide through compassionate support, advocacy, and practical assistance. With a core focus on helping orphans and widows in affected regions, we address urgent needs and help build sustainable futures. Thanks to our established presence in the UK, US, and Türkiye, we deliver impactful aid wherever it’s needed most.
Key Responsibilities
- Fundraising Strategy & Planning
- Develop, implement, and refine a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with IAC UK’s mission and objectives.
- Identify and explore new income streams to expand funding sources and diversify revenue.
- Donor Relationship Management
- Cultivate existing donor relationships and establish new donor networks to increase long-term engagement and support.
- Create compelling cases for support, proposals, and campaigns that reflect IAC UK’s values and impact.
- Volunteer Recruitment & Coordination
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers to support all fundraising activities.
- Develop volunteer engagement initiatives, ensuring volunteers are well-supported and recognized for their contributions.
- Event & Campaign Management
- Plan and execute a variety of fundraising events, online campaigns, and community initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
- Manage event logistics, supplier negotiations, and campaign communications to maximize awareness and financial return.
- Budget & Financial Oversight
- Prepare and manage the fundraising budget, monitoring income targets and expenditure.
- Compile regular progress reports for senior leadership and trustees, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
- Compliance & Governance
- Ensure that all fundraising activities comply with UK regulations, GDPR requirements, and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation to enable transparent reporting and auditing.
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a small fundraising team, setting clear objectives and managing performance.
- Collaborate with other departments (Marketing, Events, Finance) to integrate fundraising efforts into the wider organisational strategy.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Demonstrable experience (3+ years) in a fundraising or development role within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
- Proven success in securing grants, major gifts, or corporate sponsorships, with a track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Excellent project management and organisational skills, able to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines effectively.
- Highly motivated and proactive, with a genuine passion for social impact and community development.
- Collaborative and supportive leadership style, fostering a positive, inclusive team culture.
- Adaptable, innovative problem-solver with a drive for continuous improvement.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
- Performance Bonus: Competitive bonus structure tied to fundraising milestones.
- Remote Working: Flexible, home-based role.
- Generous Holiday Allowance: 28 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
- Inclusive Culture: A supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages new ideas and innovation.
Note: Travel for in-person meetings may be required.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a cover letter (optional) detailing your relevant experience, achievements, and motivation for joining IAC UK.
IAC UK is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
This is an opportunity for someone who holds a PhD or Research Master’s degree to join our team as a Research Manager, and use their experience in guiding and managing our research function(s). Initially there will be a focus on managing the preliminary research function, which carries out research on specific topics to best inform, guide and direct our work in protecting the rights and interests of young people.
Responsibilities
· To manage welfare of researchers
· Look after day to day management and support of teams, stand in for absences (including undertaking research tasks, where necessary).
· Monitor and report on performance
· To advise on and provide feedback on matters of research
· To line manage senior researchers
· To advise on, guide and manage research workflow, ensuring of ethical research and policy compliance
· To ensure of a focus on organizational goals
· To lead planning as required
· To have oversight on research being carried out and the outcomes of such, ensuring it is to a high standard
You will need
· A PhD or Master’s degree
· To have experience operationally in a research role
· To understand how to motivate a team and manage others
Benefits
This is a UK based 100% fully remote and flexible role with a time commitment of 5 hours per week.
Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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!
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About Us
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Management Assessor to support our efforts in improving our data management practices. This role is critical to ensuring our data is used effectively to drive decisions and support our mission.
Key Responsibilities
1) Conduct a comprehensive assessment of our current data management systems and processes.
2) Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
3) Develop and recommend a clear framework for data collection, storage, and reporting.
4) Ensure data compliance with relevant regulations, such as the GDPR.
5) Provide training and guidance to staff on best practices for data management.
6) Collaborate with team members to implement recommended changes and monitor progress.
Skills and Experience
1) Proven experience in data management, analysis, or a related field.
2) Familiarity with data governance, compliance, and security standards.
3) Experience in a non-profit or charity setting (desirable but not required).
What We Offer
1) An opportunity to make an impact in our mission-driven organization.
2) Flexible working arrangements.
3) A supportive and collaborative team environment.
4) Professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about data and want to use your skills to support a meaningful cause, we’d love to hear from you!
Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your skills align with our needs to.
A Little About Us!
Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.
Why we need you!
Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!
Youth Advantage UK is looking for someone who can take us to the next level, helping to mange efforts of becoming a registered charity.
Requirements
- Charity registration experience or good knowledge on registration of charities
- Note taking and record keeping experience
- Trustee relations experience
- A good knowledge of UK law particularly relating to charities and volunteers
Responsibilities
- To register the organisation as a charity with the Charity Commission and manage or carry out the associated work
- To manage the organisations legal affairs
- To support trustees
- To ensure the constitution is adhered to
- To keep records of trustee meetings
- To maintain official records
- To ensure the organisation is acting properly in accordance with its purpose and constitution
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Overview
We are looking to appoint a Senior Research Manager who is able to lead all our Initial Research function, this function is fulfilled by usually 4 teams all led by a Research Manager and Senior Researcher. Initial Research Teams follow an Initial Research framework which guides our research led approach. Suggestions for research topics are made at regular intervals and these teams carry that research out over the course of a few months. Once initial research has been carried out a report is created and this is referred for either long term research, policy work or a long term project.
Responsibilities
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To support the overall management of the Research & Policy Department by leading the Initial Research function
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To guide and support more junior management to achieve success in their roles, directly managing up to 4 Research Managers
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To have overall responsibility for all of our Initial Research work, usually overseeing approximately 4 short term research projects at any one time
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To engage with research ethics volunteers to ensure of ethical compliance
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To oversee and develop relevant procedure and process
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To align Initial Research Team Research Managers with the objectives and goals of the department
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To provide support to Research Managers and Initial Research Teams, ensuring a good level of support is provided across each team
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To ensure of effective supervision of volunteers
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Some experience in a management position
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At least 2 years of operational research experience
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A postgraduate course of study, ideally at PhD level
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A good understanding of ethical compliance in research
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Planning skills
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Research report writing experience
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Ability to create and manage policy
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.
The Policy & Training Coordinator will develop key policies and deliver training programs to ensure best practices within the charity.
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Develop and update internal policies, including safeguarding, HR, and governance.
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Ensure policies comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
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Create and deliver training materials for staff and volunteers.
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Support organisational development by improving processes and best practices.
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Work closely with leadership to embed a strong policy and training culture.
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Experience in policy development, training, or HR.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and governance in charities.
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Ability to create clear and engaging training materials.
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We are seeking dynamic, resourceful volunteers to join our Partnerships Team and contribute
to the success of our mission.
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering unity and tolerance through community engagement and professional development initiatives. Our Partnerships Team is critical in building collaborative relationships with educational institutions and private and public sector organisations to enhance our programmes and extend our reach.
This voluntary position requires a commitment of at least 12 hours per week over a 16-week
period, with flexibility across Monday to Friday. While the role is unpaid, it
offers valuable experience in the non-profit sector and the opportunity to make a meaningful
impact.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their office based and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.
Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
Develop and Maintain Partnerships:
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Build relationships with schools, colleges, universities, and businesses to secure strategic partnerships.
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Act as the primary point of contact for partners, ensuring effective
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communication and mutual collaboration.
Programme Alignment:
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Identify partnership opportunities that align with Quilombo UK’s goals, particularly within professional development and employability initiatives.
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Collaborate with internal teams to integrate partner contributions into existing programmes.
Outreach and Networking:
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Attend networking events, conferences, and meetings to promote Quilombo UK’s mission and explore potential collaborations.
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Research and approach potential partners to broaden our network.
Agreement and Compliance Management:
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Draft and negotiate partnership agreements, ensuring all terms meet
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organisational standards and goals.
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Monitor compliance with agreements, addressing any issues proactively.
Impact Assessment:
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Gather feedback and data from partners to evaluate the success and impact of partnerships.
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Provide regular reports to senior leadership on partnership progress and outcomes.
Skills & Experience
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Experience in partnership development, business development, or a related field.
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Strong networking and relationship management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to research and identify prospective partners.
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Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.
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Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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Commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion.
Benefits
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An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community and professional development initiatives.
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Professional growth and development in partnership management.
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A collaborative and supportive volunteer environment.
We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview and discuss the onboarding process.
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Reports to: Chief Development Officer
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Head of Fundraising to lead the Fundraising department of Youth Advantage UK. The Head of Fundraising will be responsible for managing all fundraising initiatives and functions of the charity, including strategy development, donor engagement, and team leadership. This position requires a dynamic leader who can inspire and support the Fundraising team, ensure the charity complies with relevant laws and regulations, and drive the development of innovative fundraising strategies to secure long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
● Manage the Fundraising Team: Provide leadership to the fundraising team, including managing the fundraising manager and other team members.
● Develop Fundraising Strategies: Create and implement effective fundraising strategies to achieve financial targets and align with organisational goals.
● Ensure Compliance: Maintain adherence to regulations, policies, processes, and legislations, including data protection and the Charity Governance Code.
● Strengthen Donor Relationships: Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, trusts, and foundations to secure sustainable funding.
● Innovate Income Streams: Identify and develop new income streams, including digital fundraising, legacy giving, and strategic partnerships.
● Monitor Performance: Track fundraising metrics and provide reports to the Chief Development Officer.
● Promote Organisational Values: Ensure the charity’s values, mission, and approach are reflected in all fundraising activities.
● Foster Partnerships: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with other organisations to enhance fundraising opportunities and resources.
Ideal Candidate:
● Experience: At least six months in a senior fundraising role with proven success in meeting and exceeding income targets.
● Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities to inspire and develop fundraising staff.
● Strategic Thinking: Ability to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies.
● Communication Skills: Exceptional communication skills to engage donors, partners, and internal stakeholders effectively.
● Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with fundraising tools, CRM systems, and data analytics.
● Commitment to Inclusion: Understanding and experience in embedding diversity, equality, and inclusion within fundraising practices.
● Passion for Youth Development: Genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and advancing the mission of Youth Advantage UK.
Day-to-day Tasks:
● Managing the fundraising team, including sharing best practices and meeting professional standards.
● Leading the execution of fundraising campaigns and initiatives to achieve financial goals.
● Building and maintaining relationships with donors and partners.
● Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
● Developing donor engagement plans to nurture long-term relationships.
● Tracking progress against financial targets and reporting to senior leadership.
● Representing Youth Advantage UK at fundraising events and meetings.
Short-term Tasks:
● Recruiting and onboarding new members of the fundraising team.
● Conducting donor prospecting and research to identify new opportunities.
● Updating and improving fundraising materials, including donor communications.
● Reviewing and streamlining internal fundraising processes for efficiency.
● Creating a roadmap for the upcoming year’s fundraising strategy.
Why Join Youth Advantage UK?
Youth Advantage UK is a research led organsation that aims to further the rights of young people between 11 and 25 years old across the UK through policy work and projects. As the Head of Fundraising, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation's growth and making a tangible impact on the lives of young people. You’ll work with a passionate and dedicated team, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop strategies to ensure the sustainability of our mission. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all volunteers are valued and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.
To be considered you must provide a one page cover letter and your cv.
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Role Specification: Chief Executive
Location: Remote (UK-based), with occasional travel to Uganda.
Commitment: Part-time, voluntary position. Approx 6-8 hours a month
Overview:
The CEO will provide strategic leadership to a UK-registered charity focused on delivering impactful education initiatives in Uganda as well as professional training to vulnerable young adults in Uganda, enabling them to escape extreme poverty through gaining employable skills. This person will drive the charity’s vision, oversee operations, and ensure sustainable growth and funding.
This person will work with a dedicated team who have been with the charity for many years plus the trustees (three of which are the originating members) who are still devoted in supporting in an advisory function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategy: Develop and execute the charity's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its mission. To ensure that the charity’s values, ethos and policies are consistently implemented. The Chief Executive is expected to participate in or lead a trip to inspect our international operations at least biennially. All major expenses will be paid by the charity.
- Governance: Work closely with the Board of Trustees to maintain compliance with UK charity regulations.
- Management: To run the charity efficiently and effectively by ensuring that the charity has an appropriate management structure and management systems in order to fulfil its strategic objectives and to carry out its work. To ensure that the charity is aware of best practice and that it constantly works to achieve this within the constraints laid down by the trustees and resources available
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and local communities.
- Risk Management: To ensure that the major risks to which the charity is exposed are reviewed regularly by the board and the executive team, systems have been established to mitigate these risks, and a risk analysis is automatically carried out when taking on new work or proposing new work to the board
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Proven leadership experience, ideally in the charity or education sector.
- Strong strategic and operational planning skills.
- Exceptional communication and fundraising abilities.
- Experience in cross-cultural collaboration; knowledge of Ugandan context is a plus.
- Passion for education and international development.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on education and communities in Uganda
- Expenses paid trips to Uganda
- Flexible working arrangements with a dedicated and passionate team.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.
Key tasks
▪ Trustee Support
○ Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.
○ Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.
▪ Governance & Compliance Support
○ Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.
○ Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.
○ Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.
▪ Policy & Risk Management
○ Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.
○ Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.
○ Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
▪ Embedding a Governance Culture
○ Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.
○ Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.
○ Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.
What we’re looking for
▪ Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.
▪ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
▪ Excellent organisation and communication skills.
▪ Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.
▪ Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
▪ Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.
▪ Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.
▪ Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
▪ Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to students across the UK and beyond.

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Steer oversight for the organisation’s financial health, develop board-level governance experience, gain insight into nonprofit financial systems and strategy, and work alongside others dedicated to our mission to see education support peace.
We are looking for individuals with budgeting and financial systems experience (formal accounting credentials are not required). This role is ideal for someone with a background in higher education, nonprofit or charity work, or peace and social justice initiatives who is committed to our mission. Knowledge of financial systems, monitoring accounts and budgeting required. Confidence with QuickBooks is desirable. Must be able to attend an annual in-person Board of Directors meeting in London.
Role Expectations
- Remote, unpaid position on dED’s Board of Directors
- As a registered member of the board (Companies House), you will have three primary legal duties known as the “duty of care,” “duty of loyalty,” and “duty of obedience”.
- Duty of Care: Take care of the nonprofit by ensuring prudent use of all assets, including facility, people, and goodwill.
- Duty of Loyalty: Ensure that the nonprofit's activities and transactions are, first and foremost, advancing its mission; Recognise and disclose conflicts of interest; Make decisions that are in the best interest of the nonprofit organisation; not in the best interest of the individual board member (or any other individual or for-profit entity).
- Duty of Obedience: Ensure that the nonprofit obeys applicable laws and regulations; follows its bylaws; and that the nonprofit adheres to its stated corporate purposes/mission.
Capacity & Commitments
- 1-2 hours per month financial oversight
- Start of financial year Budgeting with Executives
- Start of financial year report to Board
- End of financial year report to Board
- Report on financial progress to Board at annual meeting
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee dED’s financial management, budgeting, and reporting (monitor the books/accounts)
- Monitor and advise the board on financial strategy and risk management (budgets, expenditure and assets control)
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, best practices and legal requirements
- Commit to ~2 hours per month for financial oversight, plus two annual meetings (one in-person in London and one online) for financial reporting and budgeting
- Serve a legal role as a registered director on Company House to join the governance board of 5 members on the Board of Directors (two executives).
Who are we looking for?
Are you looking to gain governance experience and insight into how a nonprofit campaigning organisation is run? Do you have experience in higher education, nonprofi t or charity work, or peacebuilding and want to use your fi nancial skills to support a mission-driven organisation? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful change. The individual should be reliable, trustworthy and knowledgeable about financial accounts management; budgeting and advisement.
Experience as a financial professional is not essential, however, experience of budgeting and financial systems is a must. The treasurer maintains an overview of dEDs financial systems and accounts, with bi-annual reports to the board, in order to ensure the organisations financial viability and its adherence in financial matters to good practice, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, and legal requirements.
Expectations
- Remote, unpaid position on dED’s Board of Directors
- As a registered member of the board, you will have three primary legal duties known as the “duty of care,” “duty of loyalty,” and “duty of obedience”.
- Knowledge/experience with Quickbooks (highly desirable)
- No conflicts of interest (for example, relationship, partnership or current work with arms companies)
- Must be able to attend an annual in-person Board of Directors meeting in London.
Please view the full role description attached. Apply via Reach Volunteering with your CV/LinkedIn and a short cover letter explaining your interest/passion/support for our mission. We will not offer an interview without a cover letter. Interviews will be held in mid-March (given a minimum of suitable applicants) with our CEO (Jinsella) and COO (Carmen).
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We are seeking to complement the existing skills and knowledge and grow our Board by appointing a new trustee with knowledge and experience in financial management to become the designated Finance Trustee for BNOS.
You will support BNOS’s Board of Trustees and Treasurer by assisting with budgeting and other near- and long-term financial planning and provide oversight of financial reporting. You will work closely with the other trustees to oversee our financial governance and compliance with our legal and regulatory obligations. You will provide the Board with the confidence and knowledge to better make strategic decisions.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We believe that having a Board of Trustees with a range of skills and backgrounds can help us to develop as an organisation.
As a trustee you will play a vital role in our work as we navigate an exciting phase of development as a relatively newly registered charity. You may have previous trustee experience or be considering such a role for the first time.
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Actively Interviewing
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You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
- Supporting your team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure volunteers are happy and confident
- Making sure the team observes charity best practice and compliance
- Collaborating with your Branch Development Manager (BDM) to plan volunteer activity
- Leading the team to follow Cats Protection policies, procedures and guidelines
- Monitoring expenditure and helping ensure long term financial stability of the volunteer group
- Organising and chairing team meetings
- Acting as an ambassador for Cats Protection
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


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