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Croydon Community Against Trafficking (CCAT) is a small Croydon-based charity which is committed to the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. We are currently five trustees, one project manager, and a handful of volunteers.
We are currently establishing a multi-stakeholder project which aims to make the London Borough of Croydon a Slavery Free Borough. This is a significant operation and is currently in the initial stages, having just had the first of many multi-stakeholder meetings.
We are looking for a organised and reliable researcher to help with our campaigns, research and administrative tasks and keep us organised.
What you will gain as a volunteer:
• Being part of a dedicated volunteer-led team
• Valuable experience by helping establish a Slavery Free Croydon
• Giving back to your community and making a difference
• Learning new skills and gaining experience in the VCS sector
• Being part of projects where your ideas and contributions are valued
What your volunteering entails:
• Being the first point of contact for and coordinating research, writing and sharing of information
• Ensuring CCAT campaigns, research and admin runs efficiently
• Coordination and administration of research topics, newsletter campaigns, information sharing, blog content with Trustee/Staff support
• Data entry and collating data reports with Trustee/Staff support
• Referring complex issues to Trustee/Staff
• General admin support as needed
Your personal skills and attributes include:
• Previous Research or related experience
• Proficient at administration and able to use email, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent data entry and administrative skills
• Organised, focused and pays attention to details
• Able to work to tight deadlines and can prioritise well
• Reliable, enthusiastic and great team player
• Friendly, dedicated and flexible
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Operations Officer Volunteer
Role Profile
Hours: 10-16/week
Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote Working (must be based within the GMT to GMT+3 timezones)
Benefits: Being part of a wonderful team and helping amazing grassroots organisations find volunteers. Direct insight into how an charity operates. Mentoring support & training related to the role and your development interests. Flexible working hours. There is no financial compensation associated with this role. This role can be accounted as an official internship.
To apply, please fill in the application form by December 10th.
Purpose
We are seeking a motivated Operations Officer to join our team as a volunteer. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of our organisation, providing vital support to the Interim CEO and contributing to various aspects of our operations, including administration, HR, reporting, project management, and more. The diversity of this role means every week will look a bit different! This role is vital in order for Indigo to keep our services running and provide support to our partners, volunteers, and ultimately the refugees we serve. You will be working with the Interim CEO and supported by the rest of the Indigo team.
Responsibilities
Administrative support
- Liaise with the CEO on managing day-to-day operations and engaging external stakeholders.
- Keep record of documents and day-to-day information in line with the organisation's data management efforts
- Support with project management tasks such as keeping and circulating minutes, as well as monitoring & evaluation.
HR & Recruitment
- Support the recruitment process by posting job listings, screening candidates, coordinating interviews.
- Assist in the account set up and onboarding new team members.
- Identify and organise training opportunities for team members to enhance their skills.
Optional Involvement in Other Areas
- You will have the opportunity to contribute to budgeting, fundraising efforts, research projects, partnership management, and marketing activities based on your skills and interests.
- Collaborate with various teams within the organisation to support ongoing projects and initiatives.
Internal Risk, Compliance and Policy Work
- Support the Board of Trustees in conducting a full internal governance review every 18 months.
- Support in sustaining our GDPR compliance and data protection efforts throughout our work.
- Support the Board of Trustees and Interim CEO in their continuous risk management and compliance efforts.
Skills & Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, proactively and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Proficiency with Google workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc) and familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.
- Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Previous experience in sales, GDPR compliance, and/or reporting is a plus.
- Prior experience or coursework in fundraising, nonprofit management, or related fields is a plus.
- Interest in working remotely, managing your own time and multitasking
At Indigo Volunteers we see our differences as our strength. We are committed to cultivating an equal and fair working environment free from discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We believe in promoting a sense of belonging, where our people are heard and valued and diversity of experience and perspective is celebrated.
About Indigo
Indigo Volunteers is a charity that recruits volunteers, supports grassroots organisations, and creates networks along the European refugee route. We believe in the power of ordinary people, and enable them to work together to support refugees and displaced people. We work within a community of remarkable grassroots charities, volunteers, sector experts, and humanitarian organisations that are positively dedicated to supporting communities coping with displacement, inequality, and social injustice. Have a read about us on our website.
OUR VALUES
- Human-centred. We put relationships, lasting collaborations and human wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
- Humility. We acknowledge that we do not have all the answers; we welcome feedback and strive to continuously learn.
- Accountability. We follow through on our commitments; we are honest and transparent
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NEW VOLUNTEER TEAM NEEDED! A DYNAMIC AND DEVELOPING MENTAL HEALTH CHARITY URGENTLY SEEKING VOLUNTEERS. HELP FORGE THE BEST MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLING SERVICE
Evolve Counselling is … changing. Over the next year we have an ambitious programme to meet a large and growing demand for professionally-delivered talking therapies. We have plenty of volunteering opportunities for you. Bring your skills and experience to help us, and in return be part of an empowering community - where you can thrive in a rewarding project. Build your CV! Try something new! Put your spare time to use! Revive your career skills! Do life-enriching work helping others! All roles are flexible hours, working remotely with full IT support.
Exciting and absorbing NEW volunteer job roles
Admin Assistant . Secretarial tasks supporting the Trustee Board: Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and board papers, taking minutes, keeping records, monitoring compliance with legal and contractual rules, etc. Admin support for CEO: Arrange external meetings, attend planning sessions and produce notes and minutes, schedule key business events, and keep diaries up to date. General office administration: Keeping records, directing calls and messages, maintaining files and building the business ‘memory’. We are looking for a highly efficient organiser, someone used to routine and fine detail, with good IT skills.
Finance Controller or Finance Assistant. Finance tasks supporting our growing charity, working with our external Book Keeper, outsourced payroll service, and the Board Treasurer. Tasks include producing monthly reports and stats for the Board, for funders and fundraising bids. Monthly financial reporting including monitoring of income and expenditure, variance analysis and cashflow forecasting, monthly management accounts, and annual financial statements - charity income and expenditure, balance sheet, P&L. Supporting annual budget setting, and assisting when data is required for grant submissions. You will ideally be, or have been, a chartered, AAT, or qualified-by-experience accountant, have Third Sector knowledge, and have an interest and passion for charitable enterprises.
Communications and Media Coordinator or Assistant. We are looking for help to communicate much much better with counselling clients, funders, our own “Counselling Community” of therapists, and the wider voluntary sector across our large area. You’ll be writing news stories, success ‘profiles’, publicising regular and special events, and driving social media and the web - building the brand for Evolve. This job will be great for a pro-active social media “story teller”, looking to build their own profile by ‘owning’ this new area of Evolve’s work. You’ll need to be creative, organised, and literate, with a very self-motivated approach. A background in PR, marketing, social media or news will be great for this role.
Marketing and Fundraising Specialist or Assistant. Help us to grow our client numbers, improve the service, generate a development fund for new innovations, and get our name in front of sponsors, donors, and other charity project funders. In this demanding but hugely rewarding new role you will be in at the beginning - creating campaigns, researching and writing bids, and working with our communications and media volunteer to build and promote compelling fundable projects.
About Evolve Counselling. Evolve Counselling is a long-established charitable social enterprise, providing low cost, affordable or funded mental health counselling to adults in Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties. Our counselling community is made up of 50 – 60 qualified self-employed practitioners, working part-time. We deliver talking therapies to adults – online and in person. Our service delivers around 500 counselling sessions per month to a broad range of individuals, many of whom would not otherwise be able to access counselling support. Evolve also provides supervision, reflective practice, critical incident support and mental health awareness and related training to organisations and businesses large and small.
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Croydon Community Against Trafficking (CCAT) is a small Croydon-based charity which is committed to the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. We are currently five trustees, one project manager, and a handful of volunteers.
We are currently establishing a multi-stakeholder project which aims to make the London Borough of Croydon a Slavery Free Borough. This is a significant operation and is currently in the initial stages, having just had the first of many multi-stakeholder meetings.
We are looking for an organised and numerate volunteer to help with marketing, raising funds and regular donations to meet our aims.
What you will gain as a volunteer:
• Being part of a dedicated volunteer-led team
• Valuable experience by helping establish a Slavery Free Croydon
• Giving back to your community and making a difference
• Learning new skills and gaining experience in the VCS sector
• Being part of projects where your ideas and contributions are valued
What your volunteering entails:
• The first point of contact and coordinater of fundraising and events
• Working with Trustees to identify and secure appropriate future events and fundraising activities
• Coordinating administration of events, funding ideas and opportunities
• Running stalls, handing out information, collections for donations and similar (with Trustee/Staff guidance)
• Volunteering alongside Bid/Grant Writer Volunteer (if applicable)
• Referring complex issues to Trustee/Staff
• General admin as and when needed
Your personal skills and attributes include:
• Previous Marketing and/or Fundraising experience is essential
• Excellent communication skills
• Organised, focused and pays attention to details
• Numerate and able to work to tight deadlines and can prioritise well
• Proficient user of Email, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint and similar
• Knows when to ask for help and where boundaries are
• Can take initiative when needed, dedicated and flexible
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Your primary responsibility is to work towards increasing the knowledge the Nightline Association Training Team has of the Training methods used by all Nightlines and to utilise this to improve the support the Training Team can offer to Nightlines.
Historically, the Training Team has relied upon the experience and knowledge of its own volunteers to give a picture of how Nightlines across the UK and Ireland undertake their training and recruitment processes, including any similarities and differences in how they operate. The newly created Training Methods Branch of the Training Team aims to reduce the reliance on individual volunteers’ knowledge, by collating information from Nightlines and other Nightline Association Teams, in particular the Quality Assurance Team, to create a centralised resource that gives an insight into the training methods of all Nightlines.
As this is a newly created branch of the Training Team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to shaping the branch's operation.
You will also be expected to provide feedback on the structure and content of Nightlines’ training, based on your previous experience and any knowledge you gain in this role.
You will sit within the Training Methods Branch, within the Training Team. The role of the Training Team is to provide support to Nightlines developing their training practices, and provide options and advice to any member Nightlines. The other Training Team branches are Training Support and Training Packages. Your line manager would be the Training Team Lead. The team sits within the Nightline Development Department, headed by the Head of Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collate information from both Nightlines and the Nightline Association with regards to training methods across all Nightline services
- Produce clear, easily navigable resources that outline the training methods used by all Nightline services
- Communicate effectively with Nightlines and explain the purpose and benefits of the Training Methods Branch’s work
- Review and provide feedback on the structure and content of a member Nightline’s training, at the request of the Nightline
- Work collaboratively with other Training Team branches and Teams within the Nightline Association
- Work with the Quality Assurance Team to review the Training section of the Good Practice Guidelines
- Gather feedback from Nightlines regarding the quality of support they have received and any services they would like the Branch or Team to offer in the future
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Why we need your help
Marie Curie recognises that the best way to understand its services is by seeing it through the eyes of the people we support. Feedback from people we care for is critical in telling us what we are doing well and where we can improve.
Through this exciting volunteer role, you will help us understand our services’ quality by listening to the people we support. You will help us by contacting people while they are receiving our services to make sure we are providing our patients and families with excellent care, and if there are issues, to help us nip things in the bud.
This role has the scope for broader conversations with people about their experiences at the end of life. Gaining insight and understanding allows us to ensure we’re there for all people experiencing dying, death and bereavement.
What we need you to do
Your role will include some of, but is not restricted to, the following tasks:
- Speak with patients and families over the phone to complete surveys about their experiences of our care and support.
- Record data accurately, capturing as much as possible in the person’s own words.
- Input feedback data into online an online database.
- If comfortable, undertake analysis of data to help us report on themes and trends; what we are doing well and what we can improve.
- Communicate with patients and families how we use their feedback and ideas to improve services, where appropriate.
- Work with the Clinical Nurse Managers to highlight any issues and concerns about the care provided in their services.
- Relay positive feedback to Marie Curie Nursing staff and volunteers.
- If comfortable, conduct semi-structured interviews to understand peoples’ lived experiences of dying, death, and bereavement.
What skills or experience do you need?
- Good communication, listening and people skills.
- The ability to deal with people in a warm, friendly, and sensitive manner.
- Understanding the importance of confidentiality.
- Empathy and an understanding of the needs of people experiencing end of life care issues.
What we can offer you:
- An excellent opportunity to build on your skills in a charity environment – there may be opportunities to develop qualitative data analysis and video editing skills
- An induction, training, support and supervision in your role
- Agreed reasonable out-of-pocket expenses
What we ask of you:
- To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role
- To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines
- To complete an induction and any training related to the role
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Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and their families and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Marie Curie will treat all volunteers fairly and with respect. We will not discriminate on the basis of disability, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sex (i.e. gender), sexual orientation, religion or faith, or gender reassignment. We will not discriminate on the basis of age, unless the responsibilities of a role require us to do so in order to safeguard our volunteers and/or service users.
What we Do
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What is the purpose of this role?
To support the Patients’ Representative by providing advocacy (both in person in a hospital setting as well as over the telephone) to older patients in Lings Bar Hospital (and their family/carers) and following their discharge home, as well as providing crucial administrative support to the service.
What impact does this role have?
Advocacy support and administration assistance will ensure the continued effective and efficient running of the Patients’ Representative Service. It ensures that we can reach and support as many patients and their families/carers as possible during their stay, as well as signposting and referring them on to services to help them remain as independent as possible on discharge.
What activities might you be involved in?
The following are examples of the type of support you could be asked to provide:
- Undertaking simple advocacy cases or aspects of cases, as identified by the Patients’ Representative.
- Meeting with patients and their families at the hospital to listen to their views and to support them to determine desired outcomes and act according to their wishes.
- Undertaking follow up telephone calls once people have been discharged from hospital for a period of up to 3 months.
- Supporting patients and families by signposting/referring onto other services.
- Documenting interventions and outcomes onto the charity’s client computerised database.
- Documenting interventions and outcomes onto the services Excel spreadsheet which will assist the Patients’ Representative to complete reports for commissioning purposes.
- Alerting the Patients’ Representative or Service Manager to any safeguarding concerns that may arise.
What are we looking for?
Someone who….
- Has a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people.
· Is honest and reliable with a friendly personality.
· Has the ability to follow instructions and understands the importance of confidentiality.
· Has a good standard of literacy, numeracy, and computer skills (can use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel for the purpose of data entry).
- Will work closely with the Patients’ Representative to ensure the best outcomes for patients and their families and be able to identify any issues or concerns that will need raising to the Patients’ Representative, demonstrating a willingness to seek advice and support where necessary.
- Can remain independent when advocating for patients and/or their family members whilst remaining professional to members of hospital staff.
- Can use their own initiative and volunteer unsupervised whilst at the same time being a valued member of the wider advocacy team.
· Will undertake training essential to the role.
- Will volunteer within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Age UK Notts, including the Age UK Notts’ Volunteering Policy.
When would you be needed to volunteer?
Ideally, we would like a minimum of 2 days support a week, at times that meet your availability and our service requirements.
What training will you be given?
All volunteers receive an introduction to the charity as well as the necessary training you need to fulfil your volunteering role. In addition to this you will also receive ongoing support and access to further training opportunities as they arise, ensuring that your volunteering experience is a fulfilling and positive one.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
- The opportunity to make a difference to a vulnerable person’s life and their family/carers
- Experience to add to your CV.
- The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
Additional Information
Please note an Enhanced (Adults Barred List) DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is required for this role which will be undertaken by the Charity at no cost to the volunteer, after being offered the role.
Please note that of pocket expenses are reimbursed as defined in Age UK Notts’ Volunteer Handbook.
***Please note that we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
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We're hiring a Tech & Systems Coordinator
Indigo is looking for a Tech & Systems Coordinator to join our team!
Location: Remote (must be based in the EU, UK, Serbia, Bosnia, or Cyprus)
Start date: January 3rd, 2024
Reporting to: CEO
Hours: 12 hours a week (split across a minimum of 3 days per week)
Remuneration: £11.50/hour
Contract: 1-year consultancy agreement
Benefits: Being part of a wonderful team and helping amazing humanitarian organisations find volunteers
To apply, please fill in the application form. Deadline: December 10th, 2023 11:59pm CET
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
Purpose of the role
As our Tech & Systems Coordinator, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of Indigo's digital ecosystem. From troubleshooting tech issues to leading on our customer journey development strategy, your expertise keeps our systems running smoothly, allowing us to focus on making a positive impact. This role is vital for Indigo to keep our services running and support our partners, volunteers, and, ultimately, the refugees we serve.
Responsibilities
Workspace Management
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Oversee Google Workspace, Salesforce, Slack, Wix, and other platforms, ensuring they are optimised for efficient use.
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Identify and implement integration needs across different platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Google Workspace, Slack).
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Ensure our data stays clean, secure, and up to date, and that we use the appropriate tools and formats throughout our daily work.
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Ensure GDPR compliance across our systems and processes.
Operational Efficiency
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Ensure that Indigo’s operations keep running smoothly at all times.
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Serve as the main point of contact and troubleshooter for all system and process issues.
CRM Management & Development
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Lead on Salesforce administration.
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Contribute to the strategic development of Indigo’s customer engagement journeys.
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Implement relevant updates to the volunteer journey through Salesforce.
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Collaborate with external consultants.
Monitoring & Evaluation
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Ensure that impact data is collected, processed and presented appropriately.
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Contribute to the generation of impact and donor reports.
Skills & Experience
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Experience managing Google Workspace.
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Experience with Salesforce administration.
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Development experience with Apex and LWCs an asset.
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Understanding of GDPR compliance.
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Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining clean and secure data.
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Strong analytical skills to help troubleshoot complex issues.
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Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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Interest in working remotely, managing your own time and multitasking.
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Previous experience and/or demonstrated interest in the refugees and migrants sector, knowledge of our responsible volunteering concept is welcomed.
We particularly welcome applications from groups that are often underrepresented. At Indigo Volunteers we see our differences as our strength. We are committed to cultivating an equal and fair working environment free from discrimination on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We believe in promoting a sense of belonging, where our people are heard and valued and diversity of experience and perspective is celebrated.
To apply, please fill in the application form. Deadline: December 10th, 2023 11:59pm CET
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
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We are devoted to reducing Gender Based Violence in South Africa and contributing to building safe and healthy communities that respect our women and children. We address the challenge of low conviction rates for perpetrators of Gender Based Violence as well as the accessibility of emergency services in a crisis situation.
In order to increase conviction rates for Gender Based Violence, we collect, organise and present admissible evidence to the appropriate legal authorities. Kwanele’s solution is an easy-to-use data free mobile app that gives women a way to get help fast, and guides them through the process of laying a charge and getting a conviction. The features included in the Kwanele App will be: panic button, location services for emergencies, video and audio stream of incident (which will be safely uploaded without the chance of tampering) to be available for use as evidence in a court trial, a friend notification during crisis, live chat with trained staff, step by step guidance through the judicial system, and a network of support services.
FINANCE
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We are looking for someone experienced in finance management to help put systems in place as we grow.
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Volunteer 8 hours per month remotely
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Africa Health Organisation (AHO) and its Subsidiaries
Africa Health Organisation (AHO) is looking for trustees and Board of Directors for its board and for its subsidiaries. AHO subsidiaries are independent and operate an independent Board of Trustees/Directors separate from AHO. Trustees of a Company Limited by Guarantee are called Directors for the purpose of Company Law. We are looking for the following trustees:
Africa Health Organisation (AHO) - 4 Trustees/Board of Directors
Subsidiaries
(1) Africa AIDS Foundation - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(2) Africa Age Foundation - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(3) Africa Animal Health Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(4) Africa Climate Change Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(5) Africa Community Development Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(6) Africa Conciliation and Mediation Service - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(7) Africa Credit Union (ACU) - 5 Board of Directors (for profit)
(8) Africa Dental Association - 3 Trustees/Board of Director
(9) Africa Diabetes Association - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(10) Africa Ealy Years Development - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(11) Africa Environment Conservation Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(12) Africa Family Planning Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(13) Africa Food Development Programme - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(14) Africa Foundation for Education - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(15) Africa Genomics - 5 Board of Directors (for profit)
(16) Africa Heritage Fund - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(17) Africa Initiative for Sustainable Development - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors)
(18) Africa Mental Health - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(19) African Mothers Alliance Initiative - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(20) Africa Nursing and Care Agency - 5 Board of Directors (for profit)
(21) Africa Pharmaceutical - 5 Board of Directors (for profit)
(22) Africa Prostate Cancer Association - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(23) Africa Recycling Development Alliance - 5 Board of Directors (for profit)
(24) Africa Refugee Council - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(25) Africa Rural Development Alliance - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(26) Africa TB Organisation Programme - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(27) African Children's Development - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(28) African Women's Association - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(29) African Council of Families - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
(30) African Youth Association - 3 Trustees/Board of Directors
The role of a Trustee
Trustees work as part of a Board of Trustees/Directors in order to: inform the organisation’s strategic direction; scrutinise the financial management of the organisation; and ensure the sound governance of the organisation. Trustees are not responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the organisation. However, they are responsible for scrutinising the operational decisions taken by the Chief Executive Officer, to ensure that the organisation operates effectively and in line with its objectives and values.
Hours, location and benefits
Meetings
- Trustees are required to attend quarterly Board meetings in person or video conference like zoom.
- All Trustees are required to participate in at least one Sub-Group. These meetings are held once every quarter.
- Trustees are required to attend the Annual General Meeting.
- Preparatory work is required in advance of and sometimes following each meeting.
Additional responsibilities
- Trustees may be required or encouraged to contribute to AHO-related activity outside meetings, e.g. to participate in staff interview panels, to participate in specific project-focused tasks, to contribute to decision-making that requires the involvement of the Trustees.
- Trustees are strongly encouraged to occasionally visit the projects.
- Trustees are strongly encouraged to attend the annual Staff Away-day and the Board’s annual strategic planning day.
Benefits
Trustees are volunteers who give their time, skills and expertise for no financial gain. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in line with the organisation’s Volunteer Policy.
Person specification
It is essential that a diverse skills set is represented amongst the Board of Trustees/Directors. It is expected that the Trustees work as a team, such that they can draw on different skills depending on the task in hand. We encourage you to highlight your particular strengths, so that we can compare these to the skills already represented on the Board.
Beyond these specific skills, there are some more general criteria that are either essential or desirable for Trustees of AHO.
Essential criteria
- A commitment to the values and objectives of Africa Health Organisation (AHO).
- We are encouraging students to apply so that they can gain experience in governance.
- Directors of a profit making subsidiary must have appropriate qualifications and experience.
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- An ability to communicate effectively
- An ability to make sound, independent judgements
- An ability to think creatively
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and understanding of health issues affecting people in Africa and its effects on the people.
Additional requirement
Please note, some Trustees (working with children and vulnerable adults) are required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and hold an up to date certificate. The DBS check will be arranged by AHO.
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We are devoted to reducing Gender Based Violence in South Africa and contributing to building safe and healthy communities that respect our women and children. We address the challenge of low conviction rates for perpetrators of Gender Based Violence as well as the accessibility of emergency services in a crisis situation.
In order to increase conviction rates for Gender Based Violence, we collect, organise and present admissible evidence to the appropriate legal authorities. Kwanele’s solution is an easy-to-use data free mobile app that gives women a way to get help fast, and guides them through the process of laying a charge and getting a conviction. The features included in the Kwanele App will be: panic button, location services for emergencies, video and audio stream of incident (which will be safely uploaded without the chance of tampering) to be available for use as evidence in a court trial, a friend notification during crisis, live chat with trained staff, step by step guidance through the judicial system, and a network of support services.
ANIMATION
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Help by creating a 30 / 40-second video on how to use Zuzi, the chatbot that guides survivors of gender-based violence through the justice system, explaining AI and digital rights.
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Volunteer 8-16 hours remotely in total
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SUPPORT THROUGH YOUTH CIC have the following opportunity
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEER
As Community Interest Company, we are dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of young people and tackling negative influences such as knife crime, serious youth violence, gang culture and youth offending. Using sport as our initial engagement method, we strive for excellent delivery standards in boxing, football, multi-skills and mentoring sessions in order to establish strong trust-based relationships and provide a number of further opportunities.
Primarily, this role will involve supporting the Senior Management Team with general administration duties, monitoring the team calendar, collating monitoring data and working as part of a team.
Desirable
Administration experience
Understanding of confidentiality
Good team-working abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Passionate and motivated
Attention to detail
Professional and polite
Benefits include
Enhanced DBS check
Training and Development
Sense of satisfaction
Expenses covered
To apply please send a CV and covering email.
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SUPPORT THROUGH YOUTH CIC have the following opportunity
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEER
As Community Interest Company, we are dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of young people and tackling negative influences such as knife crime, serious youth violence, gang culture and youth offending. Using sport as our initial engagement method, we strive for excellent delivery standards in boxing, football, multi-skills and mentoring sessions in order to establish strong trust-based relationships and provide a number of further opportunities.
Primarily, this role will involve supporting the Senior Management Team with general administration duties, monitoring the team calendar, collating monitoring data and working as part of a team.
Desirable
Administration experience
Understanding of confidentiality
Good team-working abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Passionate and motivated
Attention to detail
Professional and polite
Benefits include
Enhanced DBS check
Training and Development
Sense of satisfaction
Expenses covered
To apply please send a CV and covering email.
We aim to support the eradication of the negative influences which plague our communities. Negative influences such as knife crime,...
Read moreThe client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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SUPPORT THROUGH YOUTH CIC have the following opportunity
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEER
As Community Interest Company, we are dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of young people and tackling negative influences such as knife crime, serious youth violence, gang culture and youth offending. Using sport as our initial engagement method, we strive for excellent delivery standards in boxing, football, multi-skills and mentoring sessions in order to establish strong trust-based relationships and provide a number of further opportunities.
Primarily, this role will involve supporting the Senior Management Team with general administration duties, monitoring the team calendar, collating monitoring data and working as part of a team.
Desirable
Administration experience
Understanding of confidentiality
Good team-working abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Passionate and motivated
Attention to detail
Professional and polite
Benefits include
Enhanced DBS check
Training and Development
Sense of satisfaction
Expenses covered
To apply please send a CV and covering email.
We aim to support the eradication of the negative influences which plague our communities. Negative influences such as knife crime,...
Read moreThe client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
SUPPORT THROUGH YOUTH CIC have the following opportunity
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEER
As Community Interest Company, we are dedicated to empowering and improving the lives of young people and tackling negative influences such as knife crime, serious youth violence, gang culture and youth offending. Using sport as our initial engagement method, we strive for excellent delivery standards in boxing, football, multi-skills and mentoring sessions in order to establish strong trust-based relationships and provide a number of further opportunities.
Primarily, this role will involve supporting the Senior Management Team with general administration duties, monitoring the team calendar, collating monitoring data and working as part of a team.
Desirable
Administration experience
Understanding of confidentiality
Good team-working abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Passionate and motivated
Attention to detail
Professional and polite
Benefits include
Enhanced DBS check
Training and Development
Sense of satisfaction
Expenses covered
To apply please send a CV and covering email.
We aim to support the eradication of the negative influences which plague our communities. Negative influences such as knife crime,...
Read moreThe client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.