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Could you raise SSAFA’s profile in your local area? You just need patience and the ability to get on with a wide range of people and age groups, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If you think this could be he role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
What is a Publicity Coordinator?
Publicity Coordinators work with other branch volunteers to develop a Publicity Plan to raise awareness of SSAFA that reaches potential beneficiaries, volunteers, and funders.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our beneficiaries come from all walks of life and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. We’d love the general public to understand what we do and how they can help us. We need to recruit volunteers that reflect our local communities and raise money to fund our work. Could you spare a few hours a week to help us raise awareness?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about building awareness so beneficiaries know who we are and how they can benefit from and access support, promoting volunteer opportunities and encourage people to raise finds and celebrate success. This means that on occasions, you might need to be present at events. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but you can conduct the administration part of this role form home.
What would you be doing?
- Working with other branch volunteers to develop a publicity plan.
- Publicising SSAFA events.
- Work with Marketing/PR staff at central office to develop case studies of clients and volunteers and ensure that SSAFA branding and messaging are consistent.
- Develop and maintain networks with local press, TV and radio outlets through providing press releases, interviews, case studies etc.
- Working with the Digital Team at Central Office to develop and maintain a local on-line presence for the branch via a website and social media channels.
- Keeping a stock of SSAFA publicity materials and distributing them
- Liaising with PR staff at central office or on-call in the event of a PR/press situation.
- Supporting local and national campaigns to recruit new volunteers.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA including all sections of the community in awareness raising
- Adhering to SSAFAs policies and procedures at all times, including safeguarding, volunteering policy, equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others.
- Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - communication and marketing workshops.
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
- Local induction including assigning a person from the team who will be your main point of contact.
- Range of support from central and regional volunteer operations team as well as Marketing and Communication Teams based at our central office.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good communication skills
- Good written and spoken English.
- Confident to deal with the public, potential clients, volunteers, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues – face-to-face, by phone, email or via social media
- Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Reliable attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely in line with SSADA policies.
- Access to public transport or a car to get to meetings and events.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative).
Is a criminal record check required? No
The 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!
Could you raise SSAFA’s profile in your local area? You just need patience and the ability to get on with a wide range of people and age groups, some basic I.T skills and good written and spoken English. If you think this could be he role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
What is a Publicity Coordinator?
Publicity Coordinators work with other branch volunteers to develop a Publicity Plan to raise awareness of SSAFA that reaches potential beneficiaries, volunteers, and funders.
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our beneficiaries come from all walks of life and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. We’d love the general public to understand what we do and how they can help us. We need to recruit volunteers that reflect our local communities and raise money to fund our work. Could you spare a few hours a week to help us raise awareness?
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role is about building awareness so beneficiaries know who we are and how they can benefit from and access support, promoting volunteer opportunities and encourage people to raise finds and celebrate success. This means that on occasions, you might need to be present at events. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but you can conduct the administration part of this role form home.
What would you be doing?
- Working with other branch volunteers to develop a publicity plan.
- Publicising SSAFA events.
- Work with Marketing/PR staff at central office to develop case studies of clients and volunteers and ensure that SSAFA branding and messaging are consistent.
- Develop and maintain networks with local press, TV and radio outlets through providing press releases, interviews, case studies etc.
- Working with the Digital Team at Central Office to develop and maintain a local on-line presence for the branch via a website and social media channels.
- Keeping a stock of SSAFA publicity materials and distributing them
- Liaising with PR staff at central office or on-call in the event of a PR/press situation.
- Supporting local and national campaigns to recruit new volunteers.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA including all sections of the community in awareness raising
- Adhering to SSAFAs policies and procedures at all times, including safeguarding, volunteering policy, equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality.
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others.
- Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role - communication and marketing workshops.
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
- Local induction including assigning a person from the team who will be your main point of contact.
- Range of support from central and regional volunteer operations team as well as Marketing and Communication Teams based at our central office.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good communication skills
- Good written and spoken English.
- Confident to deal with the public, potential clients, volunteers, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues – face-to-face, by phone, email or via social media
- Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Reliable attitude
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely in line with SSADA policies.
- Access to public transport or a car to get to meetings and events.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative).
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
Ready for an adventure? Dive into the heart of Quilombo UK by exploring our website and videos! Explore the values that guide our mission, values, and the impactful work we do to make a difference in our community.
Join us in leading positive change!
The objective of the role is to:
- Assist with audio set-up for the commentary station
- Mix levels both on the audio mixer and ATEM Mini to get the best broadcast sound possible both from commentary microphones and venue mics
- Advise on best practices to get the best possible audio for the broadcast
- The ideal candidate will work in our Kingston office setting up microphones, doing sound checks and audio mixing before livestreamsand monitoring and adjusting audio during livestreams.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Experience with USB microphones
- Experience with multimic setup
- Experience with audio mixing and audio mixing software
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Previous broadcast, live streaming, or podcast recording experience
- Knowledge and experience of OBS and use of ATEM Mini.
- Show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Be a strong team player
- Well organized, pro-active, self-starter and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
- Good time-management skills
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
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Quilombo UK is a Social Enterprise working with the objective to promote and encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.
As a Camera Assistant, you will set up Cameras at events, workshops, on location and in the Studio for Videos, Podcasts and Live streams.
This work involves a mixture of static Cam and roving Cam setups depending on the shooting location, and you will be required to ensure high quality of recording, checking that white balance, ISO, aperture, focus, zoom and exposure are set correctly.
Whilst not in the office, you will be required to work on research and admin tasks.
The objective of the role is:
- Setting up and monitoring the cameras and lighting in the Studio for Podcasts and live streams.
- Setting up cameras and lighting and providing roving Cam on location and at events and workshops.
- Working on Research and admin tasks when not in the studio.
- Keeping track of inventory and Camera equipment and updating lists as needed.
- Taking careful notes during meetings and writing up reports based on notes.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Experience with DSLR/Mirrorless cameras
- Experience with professional camcorders (e.g. Sony NX100 or similar)
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Previous broadcast or live streaming experience
- Previous experience with Multicam setup
- Experience with stabiliser rigs
- Experience and knowledge of good lighting setup, arrangements, and techniques, such as 3-point lighting, and the use of diffusers
- Experience in the use of HDMI, SDI, and Cat6 cables, extensions, and adapters
- Show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Be a strong team player
- Well organized, pro-active, self-starter and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
- Good time-management skills
Having your own camera is preferable but not essential.
Mentorship programme available for Volunteers.
Training in Audio and Editing is available in the department if desired.
Access to own laptop is essential
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
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Managing content for the charity's social media platforms, monitoring performance and establishing and/or maintaining active social media accounts, in addition to researching and creating creative content for different social media channels.
What will you be doing?
- Creating and managing daily social media posts across all social media platforms e.g. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok and LinkedIn.
- Develop new, engaging warm-hearted content to increase interest and attract supporters.
- Working in conjunction with the Marketing Manager and CEO, be responsible for posting original, high-quality content (twice per week) to improve our brand presence, grab the attention of our target audience and drive growth.
- Assist with creating our new social media strategy
What are we looking for?
- Clear understanding of social media platforms.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive can-do attitude.
- Knowledge of marketing and public relations is also desirable.
Skills, experience and qualities needed
- Creative Skills
- Administration
- Canva Experience
- Commercial Awareness
- Creating Calendar
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Fundraising
- IT Skills
- Marketing and PR
- Research
- Team Working
- Written Communication Skills
Time commitment and expenses:
- 1-3 hours per week, either in or out of office hours.
- We request a minimum commitment of 3 months volunteering.
What difference will you make?
Joining our team will give you the opportunity to:
- Contribute to a good cause that shares the same values as you.
- Use and share your skills.
- Gain new skills and work experience.
- Expand your network and social skills,
- Be part of a friendly team of people
- Make a big difference to our organisation and the lives of our beneficiaries.
- Never underestimate the power of your voice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview: As a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser for our women's menstrual health charity in Malawi, dedicated to ending period poverty, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission to improve access to menstrual health products, education, and support for women and girls in Malawi. By leading fundraising efforts, you will directly contribute to expanding our programs, reaching more individuals, and making a meaningful impact on menstrual health equity in Malawi.
Responsibilities:
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Fundraising Strategy Development: Collaborate with the executive team to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy tailored to the context and needs of Malawi. Identify and prioritise fundraising opportunities, campaigns, and initiatives to achieve fundraising goals.
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Donor Cultivation and Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with individual donors, local businesses, philanthropic organisations, and other potential supporters in the UK and Malawi. Develop personalized cultivation strategies to engage donors, communicate impact, and solicit contributions.
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Grant Research and Proposal Writing: Conduct research to identify grant opportunities from local and international foundations, NGOs, and government agencies. Prepare high-quality grant proposals and applications, adhering to funder guidelines and deadlines.
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Community Outreach and Awareness: Raise awareness about menstrual health issues and our organisation's work by supporting local women in community outreach activities, including workshops, presentations, and networking events in order to amplify our message and reach underserved populations.
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Online Fundraising Campaigns: Plan and execute online fundraising campaigns using digital platforms and social media channels. Develop compelling campaign content, appeals, and engagement strategies to attract donors and mobilise support from a wider audience.
Qualifications:
- Passion for women's health, menstrual equity, and social impact in Malawi.
- Previous experience in fundraising, development, or related fields preferred.
- Strong communication skills in English
- Knowledge of the local philanthropic landscape, fundraising regulations, and cultural sensitivities in Malawi.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet fundraising targets within a flexible schedule.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, fundraising software, and online platforms.
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion principles in fundraising practices.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a tangible difference in improving menstrual health outcomes for women and girls in Malawi.
- Professional development and networking opportunities in the field of fundraising and international development.
- Flexible schedule and remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute your skills and expertise from anywhere.
Join us in advancing menstrual health equity in Malawi and empowering women and girls to thrive. Apply now to become a Volunteer Senior Fundraiser and be part of our dedicated team driving positive change in the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Chronically Marvellous has grown quickly in the last 6 months, and our Founder Tash needs an administration expert to handle our office tasks.
The Administrator/Secretary will work closely with Tash, managing all behind-the-scenes paperwork and organisation. They will often be working remotely, but location close to Twickenham would be an advantage for visits to head office.
What will you be doing?
Issuing Mobility Aids: You will be keeping accurate records of our inventory, who is assigned stock, and responsible for ensuring that we replace stock when needed.
Customer service: You will be one of the contacts for our service users, whether this be for enquiries, for information about events, or to help with philanthropy.
Governance: We are a CIC with the potential to convert to a CIO, so paperwork within this role may be used to support our application (along with the CEO and trustees support).
Events: You will help us to plan events in the area, including our regular support groups, as well as our one-off fun days and training events.
Secretary: You will be the right-hand-person to Tash, who comes up with brilliant, ambitious ideas 24/7 (sometimes too ambitious!) so you would support her in this, as well as being a voice of reason!
The organisation keeps growing and adapting as we learn what our community needs as well as what we can provide, so this role will inevitably grow and adapt too. We would love to have some on join us who has initiative and can take ownership of certain tasks so that Tash can delegate some from her role.
We would love for the volunteer to be able to check in almost every week day (up to one hour per day) as we get requests often and love to respond as quickly as we can. However, we understand that life happens, and we will consider other schedule options with a great candidate.
All roles at Chronically Marvellous are subject to a DBS check.
Who are we looking for?
Organisation: You will be a very organised person, who can make order out of chaos! At the moment, our records are in good shape, and we would love to keep them that way. We'd love a reliable person who we know will ensure the integrity of the administration side of the organisation, and someone with initiative to say when a process isn't working.
Administration: You will have experience in a supporting administrative role, where you know what to expecting working in an office environment, as well as remotely. Our organisation's staff and volunteers are mostly in London, as well as across the UK and abroad, so being able to liaise in various formats will help you in this role.
Secretarial acumen: You will work very closely with Tash, who's mind runs about 100mph on most days. There will be ad-hoc tasks required, but within the remit of an administrator.
Fundraising: This role is not a fundraising one, however, every person involved with Chronically Marvellous is expected to assist with fundraising in some way. This could mean sharing social media posts for crowdfunding, attending our fundraising events and helping out, or by directly helping our fundraising team, if that's something you are interested in.
This is a voluntary position, so we recognise that any time given to us by a volunteer is precious, and for that we are incredibly grateful.
What difference will you make?
Chronically Marvellous is motivated by making a difference to the lives of people with chronic illnesses. Firstly, this role will greatly help our Founder to have less weight on her shoulders, so that she can focus on partnerships and truly getting to know the community. It will allow us to rely on an individual to keep our records in order, as well as an additional person who can make suggestions on how to improve our organisation. There are always plenty of new services we can provide, so you'll perhaps be able to shed some light on what works and what doesn't.
Please send us your CV and a short statement about why you are interested in Chronically Marvellous, and what experience you have for the role.
After shortlisting, we will contact potential candidates to offer a Zoom call with the Directors.
We believe in the power of community and are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those living with chronic illnesses.
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ROLE TITLE: Branch Support Administrator
1. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
To support the Head of Branch Operations and team with various duties primarily focused on admin, events support and digital/social media support.
2. POSITION AND SUPPORT IN ORGANISATION
Accountable to: Head of Branch Operations
Liaises with: Head of Branch Operations and other members of the team.
3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support in keeping a detailed record of CLS activities with all external stakeholders.
2. Support with our external communications, including our website, Mailchimp newsletters and Twitter account.
3. Supporting the development and coordination online giving donation platforms.
4. Supporting the coordination of fundraising and outreach events.
5. Supporting the volunteer lead and recruitment and training coordinator with admin tasks.
4. QUALITIES & EXPERIENCE
· MUST have a strong IT proficiency including advanced use of or the ability to quickly learn: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database packages and social media; the ability to use e-mail, mail merge and to maintain an electronic diary.
· Strong interpersonal and communications skills
· Enthusiasm
· Reliability and punctuality
· Positive attitude
· Ability to work in a team-based environment.
· Knowledge of /interest in the work of Samaritans
5. TIMESCALES & LOCATION
· One per week. Day and time negotiable but consistency required. This is a fixed term position for 3-6 month supporting our office staff at the branch
· Location: Central London branch * (Please note that the branch will be moving site to Marylebone, London, in early 2025, so the successful candidate should be aware of this and would hopefully be willing to move with us when this occurs)
6. BENEFITS
· Become part of a friendly and dedicated team
· Personal development and training, and supporting a worthwhile cause
· Reimbursement of volunteer expenses
Central London Samaritans is a charity registered in England (1171330) and a recognised branch of Samaritans. We are currently based in Soho at 46 Marshall Street, London W1F 9BF.
Thank you for your interest in this role.
After reviewing your CV, we will be in touch with the next steps, and a proposed interview date
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At the English Folk Dance and Song Society we champion the folk arts at the heart of England’s rich and diverse cultural landscape.
We are seeking three voluntary Trustees/Directors to join our Board, with the potential for one of the new appointees to become the Deputy Chair.
This is a wonderful opportunity for the right people to work with this unique organisation and support our development as the national development organisation for the folk arts.
We are particularly interested in applicants with financial, HR or business/entrepreneurial knowledge and experience – together with a passion to take the folk arts of England to an ever-wider audience.
Can you help us to develop our incredible organisation, and as we take the next steps in building our national recognition?
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background to the RJ4All Internships
RJ4All was originally set up by volunteers, and it would not exist without their involvement and continued support. Therefore, RJ4All recognises their significant contribution. The vast majority of our interns are young people most of whom are faced with challenges let those be social, financial, migration or refugee status etc.
The RJ4All internships are not paid, but offered on a volunteering basis. This is because we believe that volunteering is an important way to make a positive contribution to our communities and is of particular benefit to young people who are often forgotten or marginalised. Nevertheless, volunteering with RJ4All does not mean standing outside of tube stations wearing bunny suits to raise funds! It involves high quality project activity, engaging with social project and policy issues, and making a real difference where it matters. It also means doing youth-led work, organising events and running user-led training workshops. All out of pocket expenses are paid (see Volunteer Policy for more detail).
Our principles
We are established upon the FREDA underlying values of restorative justice. These stand for Freedom, Respect, Equality, Dignity and Autonomy. Our interns are expected to subscribe to these values as well as that of power sharing.
RJ4ALL has the Quality Mark of the European Commission’s European Solidarity Corps and has adopted European Solidarity Corps Charter. All principles underlying this Volunteer and Intern Policy are fully aligned with the Mission and Principles of the European Solidarity Corps. Previously, RJ4All was using the EVS principles (European Voluntary Service).
The role
This is a supporting role working under the line management of the Community Centre Manager. It is an office-based position at our RJ4All Community Centre in Rotherhithe working across projects and RJ4All services. The post holder will support the organisation to ensure the effective administration of the RJ4All Centre and the delivery of RJ4All programmes through a combination of excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Initiative and innovation are attributes that are highly valued at RJ4All. Furthermore, the post holder will be involved in delivering project-related tasks as well as promoting projects, participate and create workshops.
Volunteering hours under this role are between 9:30am-5:30pm and the placements are usually offered on a minimum of a 3-month engagement.
Role description
We want to offer a rounded experience to all our interns and therefore they are engaged in five different areas of work:
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Community Project Delivery on one or multiple of our community centre projects (incl. Youth Clubs, Food Bank, Community Fridge, Charity Shop, Sports classes for young people/for people with disabilities, Digital Inclusion workshops), art workshops, Mediation, wellbeing support, etc.).
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Research and policy support on our Restorative Justice postcode project.
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Administrative work such as managing our organisation email account or project monitoring and evaluation
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Social media such as leading on our Facebook page
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Writing a blog for our members and our FRED campaign.
Other tasks may include:
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Engagement with Service Users,
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Youth work,
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Event planning, outreach, and management,
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Report writing and proofreading,
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Compiling, formatting, analysing qualitative and quantitative data,
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Conducting stakeholder mapping
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Writing for the website, blogs and other newsletters,
Helping with funding applications.
What support will I be given?
Interns will be given a full induction and will be supported through one-to-one meetings and daily support. The candidate will benefit from a range of training initiatives.
What benefits can I expect to gain from the experience?
The position offers a rich and high-quality experience that will enhance future job prospects within the area of community engagement and project delivery within the charity sector as well as social policy and research. We also offer Youth Pass and CPD accreditation where relevant.
What skills or experience do I need?
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An interest in community engagement and project delivery within the charitable sector and/or social policy and research
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Excellent written and oral communication skills,
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Excellent organisational skills
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Ability to work as a member of a team and on your own initiative,
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A keen eye for spotting errors,
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Organised and self-managing,
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Commitment to the values of dialogue, transparency, non-adversarial methods of conflict resolution and restorative justice,
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Sympathise with the aims, ethos and organisational culture of RJ4All including its vision, mission and values.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Demelza Charity is seeking high calibre individuals to join our team of Trustees.
Demelza is an inclusive organisation, and we are committed to building a representative workplace, ensuring that we reflect the diversity of the children, families, and communities we support.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for positions at Demelza and we celebrate the value of difference.
You do not need previous Trustee experience. We offer comprehensive training and we pay all out of pocket expenses. Time commitment is up to 2 days every 3 months, broken down into meetings of around 2 hours and reading papers beforehand. All dates are given one year in advance.
This year we have added targeting to our general trustee recruitment by looking for talented individuals with expertise in the following specific areas, to support our vital work in providing expert palliative and end of life care to babies, children and young people and support to their families.
• Do you have senior nursing expertise at board level or equivalent, with oversight for
clinical governance/quality. You will support delivery of the clinical strategy with the
highest quality and user experience. You will have excellent safeguarding expertise.
• Medical expertise to strengthen the clinical strategy delivery and support a multi
disciplinary approach. Your expertise might come from any relevant medical discipline –
eg paediatrician, critical care, any area of acute medicine.
• Are you a senior experienced retailer, familiar with all aspects of maximising profitability
and positive customer experience. You will help us to maximise the financial,
reputational and PR opportunities of our suite of retail outlets and optimise the model to
support growth.
• We seek professional fundraising expertise for an income stream in excess of several
£million. You will support the broad portfolio to strengthen and sustain the Charity for
the future.
• Communications expertise to help us deliver a concise message to all our stakeholders.
You will have previous senior level experience of delivering key messages and developing
a tone of voice that is inclusive and compelling to all involved with Demelza.
You may have other valuable skills.
Closing date 26th May 2024, interviews to follow.
We deliver extraordinary care to extraordinary children facing serious or life-limiting conditions, providing support for all the family.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Alpine Garden Society President and Board Chair person
Thank you for expressing interest in joining the Board of the Alpine Garden Society as our President and chair. You do so at an exciting time for the charity as it seeks to embed recent changes to thrive for another 90 years.
Since our founding in 1929 we have been a specialist interest society that has aimed to share our passion for growing and conserving alpine plants. With the increased pressures on society with smaller gardens and the advent of social media, alpines are enjoying a resurgence and so we wish to see the society grow from the strong foundations of the past.
The last five years have seen us adapt to change and develop to the modern society we are today. Our switch to embracing digital technology and use of modern communication has allowed us to harness the decades old love of our interest and bring it to new audiences on a global stage. We continue to indulge in traditional activities like garden visits, plant fairs and shows that we are renowned for by our loyal members.
The next chapter on our journey to our centenary sees consolidation of our operation and putting our membership at the heart of what we do to deliver our charitable mission. We wish to grow our membership from a stable base and seek new and exciting ways to inspire people through our passion for plants.
About Us
Welcome to the Alpine Garden Society! We are one of the largest specialist garden societies in the world. The Society has a wide interest in plants that encompass not only true alpine and mountain plants, but also small hardy herbaceous plants, hardy and half-hardy bulbs, hardy ferns, hardy succulents, and small shrubs. We are passionate about plants.
The Alpine Garden Society was founded in December 1929. The main purpose of the Society was, and still is to educate its members and the public on alpine plants, their cultivation and conservation. We achieve our charitable objectives through staging our National Shows, publishing our quarterly Journal, The Alpine Gardener and by organising talks, events and conferences. Ever since its inception the Society has also built displays incorporating alpine plants at various national Flower Shows.
We are passionate about the conservation of alpine plants and as a registered charity, we fund cultivation and conservation projects across the UK and abroad. We also encourage the development of knowledge and skills in the alpine field by funding the AGS Trainee Scheme.
Alpine Garden Society members enjoy exclusive benefits such as expert-led AGS Expeditions tours all over the world and access to one of the biggest seed exchanges in the world.
The Alpine Garden Society is governed by a Board of Trustees and run by a director alongside a small staff cohort and a team of dedicated volunteers.
We are located adjacent to Pershore College in Worcestershire, where we maintain a quarter of an acre alpine garden adjacent to our office. We have a network of AGS local groups located around the country who stage regional shows, talks and events.
Person Specification – who we are looking for
- An inclusive, empathetic, transparent approach to leadership
- A passion for alpine plants
- A balance of independent judgement and an ability to work effectively as part of a cohesive Board
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- A diplomatic, clear, tactful approach, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
- A demonstrable understanding of the role of charity Board Members
- Proven experience of working effectively with a Board, with an ability to make the most of the skillsets around the table
- Experience of non-profit governance, ideally in a board capacity
- Experience playing a key role in an organisation’s evolution and growth
Role Responsibilities and Duties (three year term)
The President/Chair of the Society has a dual role. In addition to having the same responsibilities as any trustee they also have to act as a team leader with the extra duties and responsibilities that accompany this role.
General responsibilities of the President/Chair
Providing leadership for the board as it fulfils its governance duties and responsibilities toward the organisation, including :
- setting vision, values, mission strategy and high-level policy in accordance with charity regulations and the governing document
- monitor the organisation's performance against established targets
- securing financial stability for the organisation
- assisting the Treasurer to protect and manage organisation property and investments
- safeguarding the organisation's reputation and values
- must guide the Board to ensure that the Society operates in line with its charitable purposes
- must always act in the best interests of the organisation as a whole and not allow any personal interest to sway policy making
- making sure all organisational activities comply with regulations and the law
- reviewing major risks and making provisions for the organisation to respond appropriately
- appointing and managing the Chief Executive Officer (Society Director)
- organising and leading board development activities such as self-assessments
- delegating the above duties appropriately
Specific duties:
Meetings
· planning meeting schedules and setting agendas, in close liaison with the Society Director
· leading meetings and facilitating discussion, encourage all trustees to participate and prevent the more talkative members from dominating the debate
Board leadership
· Alongside the society director, lead trustee recruitment and induction
· Ensure that the whole board is engaged - A Chair must not allow cliques or inner circles to form or allow cliques to influence policy to suit their own personal interests or those society activities in which they are interested.
· Utilise the skills and interests of all board members.
· To oversee the establishment and activities of the board committees, ensuring they are accountable and report properly to the board.
· Deal with conflict on the board
· Give direction to board policy -making. Exercises leadership by setting priorities for the board and steering discussion toward strategic issues
· Monitor the implementation of board decisions
· Work closely with other Officers
Representing the organisation
· Represent the organisation at functions and meetings (both internally and externally), and acting as a spokesperson as appropriate
Financial & legal responsibilities
· The President must be prepared to be a signatory on the Society bank mandates and other official investment documents.
Limited Companies
· Act as a Director of each limited company and also a signatory on the bank mandate forms.
· Undertake the necessary ATOL training and pass the certification process to be the responsible person ATOL holder on behalf of the limited company. This also involves ensuring that the necessary ATOL quarterly returns are accurately completed and submitted on time to the CAA. In addition to ensure that the correct documentation and renewal forms are completed as part of the annual ATOL licence renewal process.
· Ensure that the necessary insurance policies are in place with regard to AGS Expeditions Ltd.
· Assist and advise with the planning of AGS Tours.
Staffing
· Work closely with the Society Director who acts a the CEO to the Society. Both the Director and the President should liaise regularly and work together as a team on behalf of the board. They should jointly seek ways of improving board effectiveness.
· Recruitment - oversee the selection process when a new Society Director is appointed. This will entail ensuring that an appropriate job description is produced, proper selection procedures are followed and also representing the board on the appointment panel.
Renumeration
The position is a voluntary role although all reasonable expenses in pursuit of exercising the role will be covered
How to Apply
To apply for the president/chair role, please provide the following documents:
- An up-to-date CV.
- A supporting statement. Please submit a PDF document (maximum two pages) that outlines a bit about you, what you feel is your most relevant experience qualifying you to be our president, and why you’re interested in becoming president of the Alpine Garden Society. Moreover, we would like to understand how you perceive the role of Chair of a charity like Alpine Garden Society, how you might approach the relationship between Chair and CEO and what is your vision for the society.
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Board Trustee
Job title: Trustee
Responsible to: Chair and Board Members.
Salary: Unpaid: Reasonable expenses incurred while travelling to meetings can be claimed from the organisation.
About the role:
The role of the trustee board is to receive assets from donors, safeguard them and apply them to the charitable purposes of Salcare. The trustee board must always act in the best interests of Salcare, exercising the same standard of duty of care that a prudent person would apply if looking after the affairs of someone for whom they have responsibility. The trustee board must act as a group not as individuals.
Duties of a trustee:
The duties of a trustee are to:
· Ensure that Salcare complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
· Ensure that Salcare pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
· Ensure Salcare applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its charitable objects. The charity cannot spend money on activities which are not included in the objects, however worthwhile they may be
· Ensure Salcare develops long-term strategy, defines its goals, and evaluates performance against targets.
· Ensuring the financial stability and sustainability of Salcare
· Safeguard the good name and values of Salcare.
· To ensure the effective and efficient administration of Salcare including having appropriate policies and procedures in place.
· To protect and manage the property of Salcare and to ensure proper investment of the organisation’s funds
· To appoint the most senior staff member and appraise their performance
As well as the statutory duties, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, identifying key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, and evaluating or offering advice on other areas in which the trustee has particular expertise.
In addition trustees are expected to:
· Be committed to the vision and values of Salcare
· Abide by Salcare’s policies and procedures
· Meet the minimum time commitment including attending the majority of board meetings
· Declare conflicts of interest
· Keep informed of the organisation’s work
· Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees
· Participate in relevant training
· Be willing to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
· Agree to, and comply with, the Trustee Code of Conduct
Minimum time commitment:
On average the minimum time commitment is between six and ten days per year depending on level of involvement.
Board meetings:
Trustees are required to attend bi-monthly Board meetings for which they are expected to read papers and prepare. Board meetings usually take place at the Salcare main office, Heanor, for up to two hours during working hours: occasionally board meetings may be held remotely using Zoom or Microsoft Office. The timings of Board meetings is regularly reviewed in the light of the practical needs of the trustees.
Planning sessions and team building
Most years trustees will be expected to engage in two half day sessions; these will generally be during the day.
Committees/Working Groups
According to their individual skills and experience, most trustees will be invited to serve on a sub-committee. Some sub-committees are standing committees and meet quarterly, others are fixed term ‘task and finish’ groups.
Other Support
Generally trustees are expected to support in practical ways such as participating in interviewing for senior staff, representing Salcare at events, or engaging in fundraising activity; some of these activities take place during the day.
Term of service
Our practice is for Trustees to serve on the Board for a three-year period at the end of which they may be re-elected for up to two further terms.
Person specification:
Each trustee must have:
· A commitment to the vision, mission and values of Salcare.
· A willingness to meet the minimum time commitment including, on occasions, being available to staff for advice and support.
· Integrity including understanding of, and ability to maintain, confidentiality.
· An ability to analyse and evaluate information and think strategically.
· Good, independent judgement, political impartiality and the ability to think creatively in the context of the organisational and external environments.
· Willingness to express opinion in a reasoned way, balancing tact and diplomacy with a willingness to challenge and constructively criticise.
· An understanding of the governance role and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
· Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
· An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of Salcare.
· Capacity for self-reflection and active learning, and a willingness to undertake training when required.
· A willingness to complete induction activities and reading over their first six months of service.
The board of trustees collectively need a wide range of skills and experience including:
· Financial Management.
· Strategic Planning and setting targets.
· HR including volunteering.
· Fundraising and income generation.
· Charity law and charity governance.
· Understanding of national and local policy environment.
· IT and Digital.
· PR, Marketing, Communications and campaigning.
· Monitoring, evaluation and impact.
· Partnership and collaboration.
· Service user perspectives, involvement and consultation.
· Key policy areas including Health & Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities/diversity etc.
· Lived experience of the disadvantages and challenges faced by users of Salcare’s services.
· Specific knowledge and experience relating to our work including:
· Domestic violence and abuse legislation
· Therapy and counselling
· Working with children and young people
· Mental health
· Food and fuel poverty
· Welfare Rights
At this time we are specifically looking for up to four individuals with experience of at least one of the following areas:
· Charity Finance including budgeting and year end accounts (Treasurer Role).
· Working with young people and children including experience of Ofsted.
· Corporate Social Responsibility and who have a network with businesses within the region.
· Income generation including the development of Social Enterprise.
· Developing communications strategy including social media.
Applications from those without these specific skills are also welcome and individuals from minority communities will be especially welcome. Survivors of domestic violence and those with lived experience of poverty and associated challenges, who have not been users of Salcare’s own services over the last 12 months, are also particularly welcome.
Media Trust is looking for new Trustees to join its Board to bring different perspectives and areas of expertise to complement and strengthen the Board’s skill set, experience and diversity. The new Trustees will bring enthusiasm for Media Trust’s work as well as relevant expertise, experience and networks to support the organisation in corporate/philanthropic fundraising or its programmes aimed at improving representation in the screen industries (film, TV, and gaming).
About Media Trust
At Media Trust, we believe it’s by giving everyone a voice that we’ll get to a more equal society. That’s why we’re working with hundreds of charities to strengthen their storytelling, advocacy and campaigning, press engagement and social media. We do this through media, communications and digital skills training delivered in partnership with our media and creative industry partners and by matching media industry volunteers looking to give back with charities looking for help with content creation and other comms support. At the same time, our programmes for underrepresented talent are giving young and diverse talent the creative media skills, access and mentoring support to break into the media.
The charity has an extensive network of long-standing media and creative industry partners including Ascential, BBC, BBH, Bloomberg, Channel 4, Dentsu, Edelman, Google, Hearst, ITV, Meta, News UK, Ogilvy, Sky, Talon, Warner Bros. Discovery, WPP and Yahoo, whom it works closely with to deliver its programmes.
Role specification
Media Trust has a committed Board of Trustees and is always looking to bring in different perspectives and areas of expertise to complement and strengthen the board further.
All Trustees are responsible for ensuring that Media Trust acts in the interest of the charities and the underrepresented groups it serves and, in line with its charitable objectives, must ensure that the charity’s performance is evaluated in this respect. In addition to formal Board meetings, Trustees should be willing to engage in other ways, for example by joining a working group or committee for a specified period or providing advice to the senior leadership team on a more ad hoc basis.
It is an advantage, though not a requirement, if trustees have contacts who are interested in supporting Media Trust’s aims.
Person specification
The new Trustees will bring passion and enthusiasm for Media Trust’s work and be keen to learn and contribute to the organisation’s work: bridging the gap between the media and creative industry and broader society to strengthen the voices of charities and under-represented communities.
Candidates should possess relationship-building and strong interpersonal skills and will be expected to act as prominent ambassadors for the charity. Media Trust is open to appointing candidates for whom this would be their first board role and is committed to broadening the Board’s diversity across every axis.
For the current vacancies, Media Trust is seeking experience and expertise in the following areas:
- Industry fundraising expertise: to support the executive team in identifying and securing programme/event sponsors and other sources of industry income. You may have leadership experience working at a media or brand organisation, a marketing or media industry body, or experience as a fundraising professional in the charity, nonprofit or private sectors with strong connections to industry.
- Screen industry connections: to help the executive team secure screen industries’ support (trainers, mentors, facilities) to deliver programmes aimed at getting more under-represented talent into film, TV, and gaming particularly in behind the camera roles, we’re looking for new trustees with deep connections within the screen industries, particularly in development, production and post-production at the major studios, major broadcasters or industry bodies.
Diversity
Media Trust welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability.
Media Trust is particularly keen to improve the diversity of its Board and ensure that it is representative of the organisations and communities which Media Trust serves. As people who identify as women or non-binary and people with physical disabilities or neurodiversity are all currently under-represented on the Board, applications from those candidates would be particularly encouraged.
All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process, overseen by Media Trust’s Nominations Committee. In line with the Equality Act 2010, the organisation may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.
Expected time commitment
Media Trust holds four Board meetings per year which last around 3 hours, not including preparation.
There is also an opportunity, depending on skills and experience, for the new Trustees to join one or more Board committees. The Finance & Audit Committee meets four times a year for c. 1-1.5 hours each time, whereas the Nominations Committee meets according to need.
There is also the option to join the Advisory Board for a specific programme, depending on its relevance and a Trustee’s interest & availability.
Board meetings are usually held in Central London and are hosted at the offices of the charity’s Trustees, with reasonable travel expenses covered. Media Trust is a flexible employer: hybrid and remote working are welcomed, and there will be options to attend these meetings remotely.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for applicants who need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please see our Equal Opportunities form for more details and do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss if you would prefer.
A guide to timings:
- Deadline for applications: 31 May 2024
- Interviews conducted: June 2024
- New Trustees appointed: July 2024
Please complete and submit our Equal Opportunities form, along with your CV and a covering letter (max 2 pages) describing how your skills and experience match our requirements.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for applicants who need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please see our Equal Opportunities form for more details and do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss if you would prefer.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role title: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Location: Flexible (travel to London will be required at least once a quarter)
Salary: N/A (Volunteer role)
Time commitment: 1.5-2 days per month
Contract: The Chair is appointed for an initial 3-year term with the option of renewal for up to 3 terms. The maximum term for all trustees (including the Chair) is 9 years.
Purpose of the role:
Are you seeking a board opportunity with a high-impact charity that aligns with your values and vision for society? Passionate about refugee welfare, integration, and unlocking talent for the UK? This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to join a growing, impact-focused and ambitious charity supporting refugees to access meaningful employment and build a new life.
The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs Breaking Barriers effectively, in service of our vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity.
The Chair of Breaking Barriers provides visionary leadership and strategic direction, ensuring that the organisation effectively achieves its mission while adhering to its core values. This pivotal role involves governance oversight, board leadership, executive support, and serving as an ambassador for the organisation.
What’s in it for you?
Holding the high-profile role at the Chair of Trustees have a number of benefits, including the following:
- Contributing to an important cause: Having appropriate support for refugees in the UK to access meaningful employment does not only benefit the refugee community. It also supports businesses to have access to a wider talent pool and helps foster integration in the society.
- Opportunity to make a difference: As the new Chair for Breaking Barriers, you will have the opportunity to drive the growth of a highly impactful Charity with current funding of circa £4 million per year. Breaking Barriers have ambitious plans to extend its impact and you will play a part in spearheading this.
- Expanding your network: Breaking Barriers partners with some of the most high-profile corporates such as Macquarie, Bank of America, LinkedIn, Ikea, and the Big Yellow Group. Being the Chair of Trustee means that you will have exposure to these organisations. You will also have access to other senior stakeholders within Breaking Barriers’ wider network, amongst the trustees, executive, and founding teams.
To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recruitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack.
Other considerations:
- As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate’s identity and right to work in the UK.
- Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action.
- We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief.
How to apply:
If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. Please apply via Charity Jobs by submitting a cover letter (up to approximately 2 A4 pages), referencing how you believe you best meet the person specification. You are also welcome to include any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process. Please view the attached recruitment pack for further essential information for candidates.
Closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 2nd June. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to employ more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for an independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager Dani Meier for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.