Engagement volunteer volunteer volunteer roles in Birmingham
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Are you an organised and proactive leader who enjoys bringing people together to achieve meaningful results? Join us as a Volunteer Project Manager and play a key role in coordinating our remote volunteers across multiple teams.
You’ll be at the centre of ensuring projects run smoothly, collaboration stays strong, and our initiatives continue creating impact in youth empowerment and skills development.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Project Manager, you’ll oversee the full project lifecycle — from planning to successful delivery. You’ll coordinate timelines, deliverables, and communication across various volunteer teams, supporting team leads and maintaining project momentum.
This is a great opportunity to strengthen your leadership, coordination, and communication skills in a mission-driven, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate progress across multiple volunteer teams and projects.
- Plan and manage project timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups.
- Support team leads in maintaining engagement, motivation, and productivity.
- Track progress, analyse outcomes, and provide regular updates to leadership.
- Identify and address challenges to ensure efficient project execution.
- Foster collaboration and effective communication between volunteers and management.
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proven experience managing projects or teams (remote experience is a plus).
- Comfortable using digital tools and project management platforms.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
- Genuine interest in youth development and social impact.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in leadership and project management.
- The opportunity to collaborate with a global, values-driven community.
- Mentorship and guidance from the management team.
- A meaningful role contributing to youth empowerment and skills development.
- A professional reference and recognition for your contribution.
Please note the role is a voluntary position and could be entirely remote. Any incurred reasonable expenses will be paid.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Head of Delivery
Unlock YOUR Potential – Adult Social Mobility Charity
Location: Remote
Hours: Flexible
Type: Senior Volunteer Leadership Role
Lead the Delivery of Programmes That Change Lives
Unlock YOUR Potential is an ambitious adult social mobility charity dedicated to helping people from deprived communities gain the confidence, skills, and opportunities they need to transform their lives. Through programmes in employability, personal development, wellbeing, and life skills, we empower adults to break cycles of disadvantage and step into brighter, more hopeful futures.
We are now seeking a strategic, organised, and mission‑driven Head of Delivery to oversee the successful rollout, coordination, and quality of all our programmes. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone who wants to shape a charity’s impact from the ground up.
Your leadership will ensure every participant receives a consistent, empowering, and life‑changing experience.
The Role: Volunteer Head of Delivery
As Head of Delivery, you will oversee the planning, coordination, and operational execution of all Unlock YOUR Potential programmes. You will ensure that each programme is delivered safely, effectively, and with the dignity and care our participants deserve.
You will work closely with the Founder and Programme Managers to build delivery systems, support volunteers, and ensure our services run smoothly as we grow.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the operational delivery of all programmes across employability, personal development, wellbeing, and life skills.
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Build and manage delivery frameworks, processes, and quality standards.
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Support Programme Managers to ensure consistent, high‑quality delivery.
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Oversee volunteer recruitment, onboarding, coordination, and support.
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Monitor participant engagement, outcomes, and feedback.
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Ensure safeguarding, risk management, and compliance are embedded in all delivery activities.
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Coordinate schedules, resources, and delivery logistics.
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Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accessibility, and participant experience.
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Work closely with the Founder to shape long‑term delivery strategy and growth.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience in programme delivery, operations, adult learning, or service management.
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.
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A passion for social mobility, equality, and empowering adults to succeed.
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The ability to build systems, processes, and delivery frameworks.
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Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
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A calm, solution‑focused, and supportive approach.
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Confidence managing volunteers and coordinating multiple workstreams.
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A commitment to delivering services that are safe, inclusive, and empowering.
What You’ll Gain
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A senior leadership role shaping the delivery of a national charity.
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The opportunity to build systems that ensure long‑term impact and programme excellence.
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A meaningful addition to your professional portfolio and leadership experience.
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Flexible volunteering that fits around your life and commitments.
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The fulfilment of knowing your work directly helps adults transform their lives and futures.
Be the Engine Behind Life‑Changing Programmes
If you’re ready to use your leadership and operational expertise to ensure our programmes reach the people who need them most, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us unlock potential across the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We're growing our volunteering team and looking to recruit 2 Lead Volunteers for our Communications & Marketing Team (and 2 Lead Volunteers specifically for Content.) The successful candidates will have the overall responsibility for the Charity’s communications and marketing. We’re looking for someone who has a passion for promoting a charity supporting a rare condition and can support a volunteering team as well as plan and use communication tools such as websites, social media, Canva and other digital platforms.
This is a flexible volunteering opportunity, which means your commitment can be balanced around your lifestyle - being part of a team to ensure that communications to our community and supporters are up to date and timely.
You will provide leadership for your team and support the development of a communications plan for the charity.
Key Tasks and Objectives
● Lead a team of communications and marketing volunteers.
● Lead and co-ordinate internal projects, activities and campaigns that help build awareness of our organisation and its aims.
● Run the meetings for the Communications & Marketing Team on a monthly basis.
● Regularly meet with and be the point of contact for the lead volunteers for Content, Social Media and Email Marketing to co-ordinate and plan.
● Where and if possible, to also be an active part of the Communications & Marketing Team either as a content writer, copy writer or another role.
● Identifying, initiating and leading on projects which align to the strategy and realise our goals.
● Collaborate with the team.
● To support the charity in develping a visual form of our Annual Report or other reporting documents such as grant reports.
● Support the development and implementation of the Communications Strategy.
● Protecting our charity brand identity, ensuring it is delivered consistently, both internally and externally.
● Promote the charity across all our channels and forms of communication.
● Ensure effective, regular communication to both internal and external audiences.
● Review progress and effectiveness of the Communications Strategy on an annual basis.
What are we looking for?
About You
To be successful in this role you will:
● Have a real enthusiasm for excellence, innovation, continuous improvement and change.
● Be a team leader who is positive, hands on and able to get the best out of a team.
● Have excellent interpersonal skills and adept at building relationships with different stakeholders.
● Have the ability to think strategically but also enjoy being at an operational level to support your team and key stakeholders.
● Have a high level of attention to detail.
● Have the ability to prioritise, plan and organise projects and to manage expectations.
Experience and Skills
● The ability to communicate (verbal and non-verbal) to a wide variety of audiences including the public, various forms of media and on an individual basis.
● Experience in building and leading a team.
● Previous experience of working for charities and/or volunteer organisations is desirable but not required.
● Creativity regarding message management and medium.
● Good IT skills.
● Ability to motivate and enthuse others.
● To be a part of a team.
● Previous experience in marketing, communications, or related fields.
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire volunteers.
● Experience of using Canva or similar design packages.
● A strong network of PR and media contacts would be highly advantageous.
What's in it for you?
This role is a fantastic opportunity to volunteer with a small but ambitious charity, developing and honing your skills around leadership in the Third Sector.
Getting the right story in print and online can be challenging, especially when dealing with a rare health condition, but it is definitely rewarding.
You will gain experience in the charity sector, gain new or update your writing skills, a broader C.V., and a sense of accomplishment from using your skills to help people affected by a very painful condition.
You would be leading our small, friendly, forward-thinking charity team, focused on reaching people who may not have heard about the charity or about the condition. You would also have a key role in developing a communications and marketing strategy for a small charity. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a real difference to a rare condition.
Key Benefits
● Gain valuable experience in communications and marketing, plus charity team leadership.
● Make a meaningful impact on the fight to support the CRPS community.
● Develop professional skills and expand your network.
To drive change for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) & ensure people whose lives have been touched by this condition are not alone.



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About Us
Suicide Awareness Prevention UK (SAPUK) is a dedicated, non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC), established in 2016, focused on providing support to individuals dealing with suicidal thoughts and tendencies. Our goal is to guide people from distress toward hope, helping them regain the strength to live their lives to the fullest.
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Fundraising Volunteer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our mission. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong ability to build relationships, and a commitment to achieving fundraising goals. The Fundraiser will engage with various stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community members, to promote our cause and secure financial support.
Duties
- Develop and execute fundraising campaigns that align with the organisation's objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors through effective communication and engagement strategies.
- Utilise software tools such as Raiser's Edge for tracking donations, managing donor information, and reporting on fundraising activities.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials that highlight fundraising initiatives.
- Organise fundraising events, including planning logistics, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring successful execution.
- Conduct outreach efforts to engage the community and raise awareness about the organisation's mission.
- Provide exceptional customer service to donors and stakeholders, addressing inquiries and fostering positive relationships.
- Monitor market trends in fundraising to identify new opportunities for growth and engagement.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in fundraising or a related field is preferred.
- Strong skills in relationship management and public relations.
- Proficiency in using software tools such as Raiser's Edge or similar fundraising platforms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- A passion for the organisation's mission and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £1.00 per year
Expected hours: No less than 2 per week
Benefits:
- Work from home
Experience:
- Fundraising: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Social Support Volunteer (Mentor)
This role offers one-to-one support to people experiencing issues with housing, healthcare, benefits, and employment. You will support individuals, helping them to access accommodation, secure financial support, improve their health and wellbeing, and develop employability skills.
What will you be doing?
You will support individuals to navigate complex systems such as housing, benefits and healthcare, offering practical help with forms and appointments in a respectful and confidential way. Work closely with partners including SIFA Fireside, Room Match, Tabor House and Street Link, and support people with CVs, job applications and work experience. You will also be involved in community engagement, raising awareness of homelessness and maintaining accurate, confidential records.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills who communicates respectfully and has a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable people. You’ll be organised and able to manage time, records and appointments effectively, while working well as part of a team to provide joined-up support. Patience, emotional intelligence and a solutions-focused mindset are essential. Knowledge of benefits, housing or local support systems is beneficial but not essential.
What difference will you make?
Your input will have a direct impact on people’s lives and help reduce homelessness in Birmingham. You’ll support individuals to build confidence, resilience and self-worth, helping them regain control by removing barriers that can hold people back and supporting them towards a more secure and hopeful future.
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Why we want you
As branch chair you and your branch members will create a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
· Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising activities so that potential beneficiaries, volunteers and supporters are aware of SSAFA as first in mind for support.
· Building relationships with the regional and national SSAFA team, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA serving community teams, local military establishments, etc.
· Attending events as a key SSAFA representative.
· Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s central office
· Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
· Working with other volunteers, regional and national team members to attract and recruit new volunteers as required.
· Work closely with the community engagement co-ordinator to recruit, welcome, induct, support, and manage volunteers in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
The skills you need
· Motivating leadership with an ability lead a team of volunteers.
· Friendly and approachable
· Great written and verbal communication skills
· Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
· Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area.
· Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community.
· Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
· Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
· Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re looking for creative and organised people who enjoy visual design and want to use their skills to support meaningful community projects.
As a Creative Design Volunteer, you’ll help create eye-catching digital and print materials that promote our programmes, campaigns and events. From social media graphics to posters and newsletters, your designs will help us communicate clearly and consistently with our audiences.
This is a flexible opportunity for anyone who enjoys bringing ideas to life through design and wants to use their creativity for social good.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing digital and print materials such as posters, flyers and social media graphics
- Creating templates and layouts for newsletters, presentations or reports
- Adapting designs to meet accessibility and brand guidelines
- Supporting the visual design of campaigns and community events
- Helping organise and manage design files and templates
- Contributing creative ideas for visual storytelling and community engagement
Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For
- Creative eye for layout and design
- Confidence using design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar
- Attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Reliable, organised and able to manage time effectively
- Interest in community, social impact or charity communications
What You’ll Gain
- Experience designing materials for community campaigns and events
- Opportunities to develop and showcase creative skills
- A chance to build a portfolio of design work for a good cause
- The satisfaction of helping a charity communicate its impact
About Us
We are a community-led charity tackling poverty at its root by empowering people and communities to overcome barriers and build sustainable futures.
Our programmes support children, young people, adults and families through education, employability, wellbeing and social inclusion activities that promote confidence, connection and opportunity.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults involved in our work.
Safeguarding training will be provided for all volunteers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for this role.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to support participation wherever possible.
A catalyst for overcoming poverty at its root by empowering marginalised people and developing sustainable communities.



Join Our Mission. Bring Your Joy. Transform Lives.
At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., we are building a global movement rooted in truth-telling, healing, family, and the transformation of generations. Our mission is to confront childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, and systemic injustices — and help people return to their true selves through community, knowledge, and love.
We work like a family: connected, supportive, purpose-driven… and full of laughter.
We are now expanding our team and looking for a Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator — a warm, creative spirit who will bring joy, connection, and positive energy to our remote community.
This is a unique role and may be the first of its kind in the UK charity/CIC space.
If you are an entertainer with a heart for people, culture, and community — this could be the perfect home for your gifts.
Role: Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator
Location: Remote (UK Time Zone Preferred)
Commitment: (flexible)
Pay: Volunteer role (paid opportunities to apply as the CIC scales)
Start Date: Immediately (after interview)
About The Role
We are looking for someone who naturally lights up a room — even a virtual one.
Your purpose is to help keep our volunteers, creatives, future ambassadors, and leadership team motivated, connected, and full of joy while we build something historic together.
Laughter is medicine — and you will be one of the healers.
You will bring creativity, humour, and fun to our organisation through:
- Games & icebreakers at meetings
- WhatsApp riddles, jokes, challenges & positive energy
- Weekly/monthly fun activities
- Virtual team bonding sessions
- Celebrations, awards & cultural themes
- Future in-person events, trips & gatherings
This role is about building joyful company culture for a mission that deals with serious topics — and reminding all of us that healing also includes play, community, and connection.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
- Naturally funny, joyful, charismatic, or expressive
- Loves entertaining people
- Creative with games, riddles, challenges, themes, and fun ideas
- Empathetic and sensitive to emotional topics
- Confident online and comfortable speaking in groups
- Culturally aware, especially within the Black and diaspora community
- Passionate about uplifting others
- Excited to help build a future global organisation
Ideal backgrounds include (but are not limited to):
- Comedians
- Actors
- Hosts/MCs
- Spoken word artists
- Content creators
- Team-building facilitators
- Corporate entertainers
- Youth workers with creative flair
- Performers
- Creative arts professionals
If you can bring joy, creativity, and community spirit, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do
- Add light, energy, culture, and laughter to our team environment
- Create fun moments during Zoom meetings
- Run occasional virtual game nights or mini-events
- Share riddles, humour, and engagement in our WhatsApp groups
- Help team members bond and feel valued
- Celebrate wins, birthdays, and achievements
- Bring creative ideas to improve morale and connection
- Work alongside leadership to shape a positive, family-focused culture
- Support future in-person events such as team days, retreats, and awards nights
Why Join Us?
You will:
- Become part of a beautiful, movement-driven family
- Play a central role in shaping a loving, joyful global collective organisation
- Use your gifts to uplift volunteers, survivors and fundraisers
- Help restore emotional wellness through creativity and laughter
- Create a legacy of culture, joy, and belonging
- Grow with us as we scale towards reaching 1 billion people worldwide throughout the lifetime of the movement
We are building something bigger than all of us — and we want someone who brings light to join this journey.
How to Apply
Please send ONE of the following:
- A short email
- A WhatsApp voice note
- A short video (optional)
Tell us:
- Who you are
- What makes you a great fit for this role
- What creative talents you can bring
- A sample — joke, riddle, poem, short skit, or anything showcasing your energy
be as creative as you are.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Art Explora is a non-profit arts organisation that aims to share arts and culture with everyone - locally, nationally and internationally - and inspire new encounters between arts and audiences.
Arts at Home supports older people to access arts and culture by encouraging conversation and connection through art. We are looking for volunteers to participate in our "Arts at Home" sessions in residential care homes. In these sessions, you will introduce works of art of your choice and facilitate conversations around the artworks with residents. No prior professional experience is needed; we will provide you with the necessary training.
You will need to be able to travel to Birmingham locations independently (pre agreed local travel expenses paid).
Why you'll love it:
- You will meet new people & alleviate feelings of loneliness through creativity and connection.
- You will be offered spaces on trips to galleries and theatres with our care setting residents as part of our ‘Art Explorers at...’ project.
- You will learn about art, heritage, and history, through your research and other volunteers.
- You will develop communication and public speaking skills
- You will gain experience working with vulnerable adults and build an understanding of how art can support a sense of community and wellbeing.
If you are a confident communicator and passionate about arts, we would love to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
Are you ready to put your digital marketing skills into practice and make a real impact? As a Volunteer Digital Marketing Manager with TESYouth, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience while helping us grow our online presence and reach.
In this role, you’ll be part of a team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. You’ll play a key role in developing and implementing strategies that strengthen our brand message, boost engagement, and drive traffic to our digital platforms.
Responsibilities
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Increase traffic and visibility across TESYouth’s digital channels.
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Grow our brand message, vision, and online presence.
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Develop and manage digital marketing campaigns.
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Monitor and analyse performance using SEO, Google Analytics, and other tools.
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Collaborate with the creative and communications teams to align marketing activities.
Requirements
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Experience in digital marketing and social media management.
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Working knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics, and related tools.
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Strong communication and organisational skills.
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Proactive, dedicated, and willing to learn.
Additional Information
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This is a voluntary role and can be carried out entirely remotely.
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All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
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Flexible hours – ideal for those looking to gain professional experience while contributing to a meaningful cause.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a social enterprise and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing youth unemployment. Through training programmes, work experience, interactive workshops, and volunteering opportunities, we support young people in developing their skills and achieving their career aspirations.
Together with our collaborators and partners, we aim to make a lasting positive impact in the community.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Reports to: Chief People Officer
Direct Reports: HRBP Lead, HR Managers
Team Structure: Six HR Teams (HRBP team, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Volunteer Relations, Policy, and Engagement) – supported by Senior HR Officers and HR Officers
Location: Remote, UK-based
Time Commitment: 12 months minimum | Part-time | Flexible hours
About the Role
We are seeking a volunteer Head of HR to lead and oversee our HR function at a pivotal time in YouthAdvantage UK’s ambition to become a registered charity.
Reporting into the Chief People Officer, you’ll provide strategic leadership to a multi-layered HR structure, directly managing our HRBP Lead and HR Managers, and overseeing five core teams that support the organisation’s people and culture strategy.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced HR leader who wants to give back by mentoring the next generation of HR professionals, shaping policy and practice, and helping us build a strong, inclusive, and values-led volunteer workforce across the UK.
Please note: This is a voluntary and unpaid role. There is no direct financial compensation or future paid opportunity attached.
Key Responsibilities
•Provide overall leadership to the HR function, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and values.
•Manage and coach HRBP Lead and HR Managers to ensure smooth delivery across all people-related functions.
•Oversee and guide the five core HR teams:
oRecruitment – ensuring effective onboarding of skilled and diverse volunteers.
oLearning & Development – supporting volunteer upskilling and capability-building.
oVolunteer Relations – maintaining engagement, support, and wellbeing.
oPolicy – upholding inclusive, clear, and robust HR governance.
oEngagement – fostering culture, recognition, and retention.
•Partner with the Chief People Officer on strategic planning, workforce design, and key organisational initiatives.
•Lead succession planning and ensure continuity across all volunteer HR roles.
•Monitor performance and facilitate cross-team collaboration.
•Champion inclusive, accessible practices across the organisation.
What We're Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who’s experienced enough to hit the ground running and humble enough to grow with us.
You’ll be most successful in this role if you have:
•Solid operational HR experience, ideally across generalist and specialist areas such as recruitment, employee relations/law, L&D, and policy.
•Previous line management experience, with a demonstrable record of supporting and developing HR team members or volunteers.
•A practical, sleeves-rolled-up approach - someone who is hands-on, accessible, and able to get things done in a busy, volunteer-led environment.
•A strategic mindset, but also the willingness to dig into day-to-day HR activity and problem-solving.
•A collaborative, coaching-ready attitude - this is a great opportunity for someone who has enough experience to stand on their own feet, but is open to being coached by the Chief People Officer to further develop their leadership style.
•Good communication and people skills, with the ability to work across different functions and with a wide range of volunteers.
•An interest in or understanding of the third sector and volunteer engagement is a bonus, but not essential.
•Experience working remotely or in hybrid teams is helpful.
•Above all, a genuine passion for youth empowerment and a belief in what we’re building at YouthAdvantage UK.
What You’ll Gain
•A chance to lead a national HR function with real-world complexity and purpose.
•The opportunity to mentor and develop emerging HR talent.
•Practical experience shaping HR strategy within the third sector.
•Recognition through:
oLinkedIn testimonial and reference
oA public thank you post
oPermission to list YouthAdvantage UK as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn
oA written reference upon completion of your commitment
Important Information
This role is completely voluntary. There is no financial payment, benefits, or employment status. It is ideal for experienced HR professionals looking to give back, stay active in leadership, or contribute to a values-led organisation in a meaningful way.
Apply Now
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and help shape a dynamic, inclusive, and youth-focused volunteer organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
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Volunteer Employability Programme Manager
Unlock YOUR Potential – Adult Social Mobility Charity
Location: Remote
Hours: Flexible
Type: Volunteer Management Role
Lead the Creation of a Life‑Changing Employability Programme
Unlock YOUR Potential is a new, ambitious adult social mobility charity dedicated to supporting people from deprived communities to gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to transform their lives. Through programmes in employability, personal development, wellbeing, and life skills, we empower adults to break cycles of disadvantage and step into brighter futures.
We are now building our flagship Employability Programme and we are seeking a passionate, organised, and visionary Employability Manager to lead its creation, launch, and ongoing delivery.
Your leadership will directly shape the journeys of adults striving for a better future.
The Role: Volunteer Employability Programme Manager
This is a hands‑on, strategic, and deeply meaningful role. You will design, develop, and manage our employability programme from the ground up, ensuring it is impactful, empowering, and accessible to adults who need it most.
You will work closely with the Founder to build a programme that supports participants into employment, training, and long‑term progression.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the full set‑up of our employability programme, from design to delivery.
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Develop a curriculum that includes job‑search skills, CV building, interview preparation, workplace confidence, and career planning.
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Build partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organisations.
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Recruit, support, and coordinate volunteers and facilitators involved in programme delivery.
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Oversee participant onboarding, engagement, and progression tracking.
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Ensure the programme is inclusive, empowering, and aligned with our mission of social mobility.
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Monitor outcomes and continuously improve the programme based on feedback and data.
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Represent the charity in external meetings, events, and partnership discussions.
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Work closely with the Founder to shape long‑term employability strategy and growth.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience in employability, careers guidance, adult education, training, or programme management.
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.
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A passion for social mobility, equality, and empowering adults to succeed.
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The ability to design structured, engaging, and practical learning experiences.
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Confidence building relationships with employers and partners.
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A supportive, compassionate, and participant‑centred approach.
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Creativity, initiative, and a commitment to building something meaningful from the ground up.
What You’ll Gain
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A leadership role shaping a flagship programme for a national charity.
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The opportunity to design a service that will change lives, families, and communities.
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A meaningful addition to your professional portfolio and leadership experience.
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Flexible volunteering that fits around your life and commitments.
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The fulfilment of knowing your work directly helps adults overcome barriers and unlock their potential.
Be the Architect of Opportunity
If you’re ready to use your skills to build and lead a programme that transforms lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us unlock potential across the UK.
Unlock YOUR Potential
BREAKING BARRIERS | UNLOCKING POTENTIAL
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Employability Manager
Unlock YOUR Potential – Adult Social Mobility Charity
Location: Remote
Hours: Flexible
Type: Volunteer Leadership Role
Lead the Creation of a Life‑Changing Employability Programme
Unlock YOUR Potential is a new, ambitious adult social mobility charity dedicated to supporting people from deprived communities to gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to transform their lives. Through programmes in employability, personal development, wellbeing, and life skills, we empower adults to break cycles of disadvantage and step into brighter futures.
We are now building our flagship Employability Programme — and we are seeking a passionate, organised, and visionary Employability Manager to lead its creation, launch, and ongoing delivery.
Your leadership will directly shape the journeys of adults striving for a better future.
The Role: Volunteer Employability Manager
This is a hands‑on, strategic, and deeply meaningful role. You will design, develop, and manage our employability programme from the ground up — ensuring it is impactful, empowering, and accessible to adults who need it most.
You will work closely with the Founder to build a programme that supports participants into employment, training, and long‑term progression.
What You’ll Do
-
Lead the full set‑up of our employability programme, from design to delivery.
-
Develop a curriculum that includes job‑search skills, CV building, interview preparation, workplace confidence, and career planning.
-
Build partnerships with employers, training providers, and community organisations.
-
Recruit, support, and coordinate volunteers and facilitators involved in programme delivery.
-
Oversee participant onboarding, engagement, and progression tracking.
-
Ensure the programme is inclusive, empowering, and aligned with our mission of social mobility.
-
Monitor outcomes and continuously improve the programme based on feedback and data.
-
Represent the charity in external meetings, events, and partnership discussions.
-
Work closely with the Founder to shape long‑term employability strategy and growth.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience in employability, careers guidance, adult education, training, or programme management.
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.
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A passion for social mobility, equality, and empowering adults to succeed.
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The ability to design structured, engaging, and practical learning experiences.
-
Confidence building relationships with employers and partners.
-
A supportive, compassionate, and participant‑centred approach.
-
Creativity, initiative, and a commitment to building something meaningful from the ground up.
What You’ll Gain
-
A leadership role shaping a flagship programme for a national charity.
-
The opportunity to design a service that will change lives, families, and communities.
-
A meaningful addition to your professional portfolio and leadership experience.
-
Flexible volunteering that fits around your life and commitments.
-
The fulfilment of knowing your work directly helps adults overcome barriers and unlock their potential.
Be the Architect of Opportunity
If you’re ready to use your skills to build and lead a programme that transforms lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us unlock potential across the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer Wellbeing Manager
Unlock YOUR Potential – Adult Social Mobility Charity
Location: Remote
Hours: Flexible
Type: Volunteer Leadership Role
Lead a Wellbeing Programme That Helps Adults Heal, Grow, and Thrive
Unlock YOUR Potential is an ambitious adult social mobility charity dedicated to supporting adults from deprived communities to build the confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing they need to transform their lives. Through programmes in employability, personal development, wellbeing, and life skills, we empower adults to overcome barriers and step into brighter, more hopeful futures.
We are now developing a dedicated Wellbeing Programme — and we are seeking a compassionate, organised, and visionary Wellbeing Manager to lead its creation, launch, and ongoing delivery.
Your leadership will help adults feel seen, supported, and capable of rebuilding their lives.
The Role: Volunteer Wellbeing Manager
This is a deeply meaningful and impactful leadership role. You will design and manage a wellbeing programme that supports adults with confidence, emotional resilience, stress management, mental wellbeing awareness, and healthy life habits.
You will work closely with the Founder to ensure the programme is safe, empowering, trauma‑aware, and accessible to adults who need it most.
What You’ll Do
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Lead the full design and set‑up of our Wellbeing Programme.
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Develop workshops and resources on emotional wellbeing, resilience, stress management, self‑care, and healthy routines.
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Build partnerships with wellbeing practitioners, coaches, and community organisations.
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Recruit and support volunteers and facilitators involved in wellbeing delivery.
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Oversee participant onboarding, engagement, and progression.
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Ensure the programme is trauma‑informed, inclusive, and rooted in dignity and empowerment.
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Monitor outcomes and continuously improve the programme based on feedback and data.
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Work closely with the Founder to shape long‑term wellbeing strategy and programme growth.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience in wellbeing, coaching, mental health awareness, adult learning, or programme management.
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A compassionate, trauma‑aware, and participant‑centred approach.
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.
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The ability to design supportive, engaging, and empowering wellbeing experiences.
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Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
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A passion for social mobility, equality, and helping adults rebuild their confidence and wellbeing.
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Creativity, initiative, and a desire to build something meaningful from the ground up.
What You’ll Gain
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A leadership role shaping a flagship wellbeing programme for a national charity.
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The opportunity to help adults rebuild their confidence, resilience, and emotional strength.
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A meaningful addition to your professional portfolio and leadership experience.
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Flexible volunteering that fits around your life and commitments.
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The fulfilment of knowing your work directly helps adults heal, grow, and thrive.
Be the Heart of a Programme That Changes Lives
If you’re ready to use your skills to build and lead a wellbeing programme that empowers adults to feel stronger, healthier, and more hopeful, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us unlock potential across the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.