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About us
Balance is a creative and socially progressive charity in SW London looking for someone whose professional approach aligns with our values of Indepence, Empowerment, Partnership, Recognition and Sustainabilty. We are a growing business running strength based and person centred services across SW and Central London.
About You
We are looking for new trustees who have a commitment to driving high quality and empowering social care services. You will recognise the importance of your role in being both a critical friend to the executive leadership as well as an expert in your given field.
Following some recent resignations the board is looking for trustees who can bring backgrounds:
- finance - insight, support and guidance to help develop a sustainable and financially resilient charity
- marketing - knowledge of and ability to support the charity's approach to marketing its services to new customers, commissioners and other business partners
- human resources - a background in HR that provides guidance and support to board in ensuring our personnel governance aligns with our legal obligations
Previous experience as a trustee is not necessary as we will offer training and support where there may be gaps in knowledge. However we are particularly keen to hear from candidates who may be from a black and minority ethnic background, women and people living with a disability.
Reshaping our Board
Balance has trustees with substantial experience across a range of disciplines from housing law to management consultancy and information technology. This experience and knowledge have been critical in supporting the charity's executive leadership restructure operations and qaulity assurance standandards.
As a result they have steered the charitys growth and development increasing turnover from £2.3 Million in 2022 to £4.2 Million in 2024. With additional new work likely in 2025, the board see's strengthening it's knowledge and specialisms as critical in leading this new phase of our development.
The difference you will make
As a new member of our board you will be joining at an exciting time for the charity. We are increasingly recognised as a quality provider of services to people with a range of specialist and complex needs.
The roles we are looking to fill on the board will provide expertise and insight key to our growing portfolio. You will support our growing level of privately sources income, the charity's social enterprise arm and the charity's push to grow its brand for generally.
Your commitment to transforming the lives of people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health support needs will also inform your application. As a trustee you will instrinsically align with our 6 values:
- Idependence
- Empowerment
- Staff Recognition
- Professionalism
- Sustainability
- Partnership
And be able to mobilise you knowledge in maximising the boards ability to lead our development in relation to them.
The development of services that support the independence of vulnerable people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health needs and the

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Women's Aid Luton is seeking a visionary and dedicated Chair of the Board to lead and support the transformation and growth of our small yet impactful charity.
Women’s Aid Luton supports over 800 of society's most vulnerable women and children each year, helping them escape horrific abuse and violence. We provide a safe haven across our five refuges in Luton, operate a helpline, and offer bespoke assistance for families. Our services include access to legal advice, mental health support, employment assistance, and resettlement aid.
One of our refuges is dedicated to women from South Asian communities, with staff who speak Punjabi, Bengali, and Urdu. We also have a refuge for single women with complex support needs, such as mental health issues and drug and alcohol dependencies, often stemming from the trauma of domestic violence and abuse.
In addition to our direct support services, we focus on prevention and intervention by working with schools to raise awareness of domestic abuse. We are committed to disrupting exploitative and abusive relationships to prevent loss of life and reduce the long-term economic and social costs to society. Our services contribute to creating a safer, more compassionate community, supporting women and children from diverse socio-economic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, including those with complex needs.
With the current challenges facing our sector, we are focused on creating financial sustainability and resilience within the organisation, focusing on a robust funding strategy and a dynamic response to risk.
Our current Chair will come to the end of their term next year, and therefore we’re seeking a new Chair to support the charity in delivering our vital work.
The Chair of Trustees is a pivotal role within our organisation. Your leadership and dedication will be instrumental in ensuring we not only maintain but also expand our vital support and services for those in need. By guiding our strategic vision and fostering a culture of compassion and excellence, you will directly impact the lives of countless vulnerable women and children, helping them rebuild their lives and find hope for the future. Your commitment will drive our mission forward, creating lasting change and a safer, more supportive community for all.
What are we looking for?
EXPERIENCE
- An understanding and passion for the violence against women and girls sector
- Significant experience as a non-executive
- An understanding of UK charity governance and working with or as part of a Board of Trustees
- Experience of operating at a senior strategic leadership level
- An ability to network with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Sensitivity and discretion in dealing with staff and service user issues.
- Significant experience and success in leading groups of people in either a professional or voluntary capacity to achieve results.
- Experience of chairing meetings.
- Significant experience of managing, motivating, and developing people.
- Strong experience of developing, deploying, and evaluating strategic plans with a view to maximising impact and benefit.
- Experience of financial management and a broad understanding of charity finance issues
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Exceptional leadership skills; able to cultivate effective collaboration but also comfortable in taking responsibility for difficult choices.
- Effective strategic communicator: able to articulate Women’s Aid Luton’s vision and engage and inspire others both within the organisation and externally.
- Highly effective relationship and alliance building abilities.
- Sound judgement with high capacity for self-reflection.
- Capacity to support both Board and Executive development.
- An ability to work within the realistic expectations and limitations for the Charity
ATTRIBUTES
- Dynamic leadership style that guides and inspires the Board and Executive to fulfil their respective responsibilities.
- A strong personal commitment to improving Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- Collaborative approach with excellent interpersonal skills.
- A strong personal commitment to Women’s aid Luton’s vision and mission replace with: Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the charity, its strategic objectives and cause
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively
- Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of the charity
- Ability to commit time to conduct the role well, including travel and attending events out of office hours
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The initial appointment is for a three-year term but can be extended for one further term for a maximum of six years.
“Joining Women’s Aid in Luton as a Board member has enabled me to use my professional expertise in a way that gives back to the community. I know that all the energy and time I give is helping to strengthen the organisation and ultimately the women and children it seeks to support. Joining the Board has been immensely rewarding and I highly recommend it as a valuable way to volunteer your time for a good cause.” – current Board Trustee at Women’s Aid in Luton.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, we will be considering female volunteers only for this post in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to schedule 9 part 1). Applicants will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We actively encourage applications from women from a variety of backgrounds, and with a range of skills and experiences. We are particularly interested to hear from women from Black, Asian and minoritised communities and women who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
If you have some time, energy and interest in the domestic abuse sector and believe you can make a difference to Women’s Aid Luton, we would love to hear from you.
We aim to reduce the devastating impact of gender-based abuse/exploitation on all women and children, through safeguarding, empowerment and education.
Rights of Women is seeking a new Chair to lead its Board in its 50th anniversary year. The only charity in England and Wales providing frontline legal advice to women experiencing violence, it plays a vital role in campaigning for justice and safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in governance, strategic leadership, and financial oversight. Applications are especially welcomed from women from diverse backgrounds and with lived experience relevant to the charity’s work. Regular travel to London is required.
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Position Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated development professional with 2-3 years’ of experience to contribute to impactful conservation work in one of Madagascar’s most biodiverse regions. SEED’s conservation programme supports communities bordering the island’s last remaining littoral forests, focusing on reforestation, biodiversity research and conservation action through community-led, participatory approaches.
You will play a key role in developing, funding, reporting on, and evaluating these initiatives, working closely with both national and international staff. The role is ideal for someone with in-field experience and a strong interest in forest conservation and reforestation. You'll collaborate with our national implementation teams to manage donor relationships, ensure high-quality proposals and reports, maintain compliance and support effective budget management.
Strong grant writing skills and excellent written English are essential. Applicants without these will not be considered.
Title: Programme Officer
Location: Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar
Timeframe: 2 years, extendable
Contract Type: Local salary, £1,200 contribution to flights and £650 towards insurance
Core Duties
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Support Junior Programme Officers and interns in compiling funding proposals based on past evaluation, team discussion and international best practice in an engaging and professional manner
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Support Junior Programme Officers and interns in writing project reports that clearly demonstrate the successes and challenges of the projects, learning from the project and providing clear budgetary information
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Provide first-stage editing of all proposals and reports across the Department to a high standard and providing detailed, constructive feedback to interns and Officers
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Support in the management of donor compliance across several projects, working with the Programme Manager and the implementation team to ensure that project milestones are being met
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Work alongside the Programme Manager and Head of Department in problem-solving and providing additional support in line with emerging issues from project implementation
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Manage pieces of long-term project work that require a higher level of expertise and experience across the Department
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Support in the recruitment of new staff and provide support, management, review and professional development to your team of Programme Interns, Junior Officers and specialists
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Foster essential cross-cultural collaboration, providing support to both the national and international teams to bridge gaps in understanding and priorities for project development and implementation
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Provide pastoral care, guidance and act as a role model, both professionally and personally, for a team of early career professionals living in country
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Work alongside the Head of Department, Programme Manager and Head of Finance in developing and managing the budgets relating to projects
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Develop and update resources to support project development processes, including proposal and budget templates and style guidelines
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Assist MEL specialists in developing MEL tools and analysing data, including the writing of MEL reports when needed
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Support the development of project development procedures, guidelines and trainings and provide project-specific information to inform policy development across the organisation
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Work with the Junior Programme Officers and interns to ensure that statistics, research, funding trackers, photo database and handovers relating to the projects are accurate
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Oversee the project-specific website and social media content
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Work with the national team and external partners in increasing their skills and capacity, providing mentoring or training where appropriate
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Take an active role in project management meetings, leading discussions and standing in for the Programme Manager where appropriate
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Form part of the team representing projects or SEED when required
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Liaise closely with the UK team in London ensuring clear communication at all times
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Ensure all of SEED’s policies and procedures are evident throughout the work of the department, including those for safeguarding, whistleblowing and anticorruption, and undertake continual training to ensure these are promoted at all times
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Complete any other tasks required by the Programme Manager, or Director of Operations and Heads of Departments commensurate with this role.
Person specification
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Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in conservation, ideally with a focus on reforestation or forest ecology
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At least two years’ experience with similar programmes
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Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience of securing funding, project management, donor compliance and donor reporting
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Familiarity with the use of project management tools including Logical Frameworks, Theory of Change models, Budgets, Activity Plans and Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks
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Fluency in written and spoken English with excellent written communication skills, to the level of editing English documents for publication to a very high standard
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Excellent proposal and report writing and editing skills, with previous experience compiling project proposals and reports and the ability to tailor written information to various audiences
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Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to SEED’s ethos and approach and be a good ambassador for the organisation at all times
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Have passion, curiosity and motivation for the job and the ability to enthuse others
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Experience of living and working in a developing country with the ability and desire to work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers
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Demonstrate proven ability to recognise and appropriately deal with challenging situations and problem solve
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Demonstrate an awareness of and comfort with increased social and professional responsibility, working at all times with cultural sensitivity and respect
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Demonstrate the ability, social skills and confidence to give clear guidance and support to other members of the team in respect of the philosophy and procedures of SEED in order to protect both their safety and the reputation of the NGO
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Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEED’s policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately
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Be punctual and be able to work to tight deadlines in an organised manner and to a high standard
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Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
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Excellent listening and verbal communication skills and a flexible and patient attitude
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Ability and desire to develop and support a team of staff and interns
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Application procedure
Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining why they wish to take up this position and how their skills and experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass by email.
Please note: AI generated cover letters and recruitment exercises will not be processed.
Application Deadline: Monday 28th July at 23:59 GMT. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout this period.
Candidates will complete an exercise, long-listed applicants will have an initial informal interview with Madagascar based staff and short-listed applicants will then be offered an interview with
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Become a Governor at Northampton College and use your audit expertise and shared passion and ambition for education to ensure every student receives an outstanding education.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 8th September 2025
Location: Northampton
Time commitment: Up to 10 hours per month
About Northampton College
Northampton College is a general further education (GFE) college in the East Midlands with over 9,000 students across a range of academic levels studying full- and part-time programmes and apprenticeships.
It operates from a main campus on the outskirts of Northampton in a densely populated, predominantly working-class suburb, a town centre campus and a further campus in Daventry.
Northampton College is one of the highest-achieving colleges in England and the highest-achieving in the Southeast Midlands. National Apprenticeship data has also revealed an overall achievement rate that is substantially higher than the national average.
These ratings cement Northampton College’s position as the leading provider of further education in the Midlands, placing it amongst the very best in the whole country, thanks to a continuing and determined focus on ensuring each individual student reaches their full potential.
About the role
Our Board has a positive and collaborative culture, and our Governors share a passion for educational excellence and a commitment to continual improvement, ensuring the best outcomes for all our students.
Governors are critical to the success of the College, as the support and challenge they provide help shape the College’s mission, vision, values, and strategic objectives, all of which are vital to the College’s continued success.
With a key independent member with audit expertise coming to the end of their respective term of office by the end of this academic year, we seek to appoint a new member to support our succession planning.
Who we are looking for
We are looking to engage a new Governor and we are open to a variety of backgrounds with the expertise, experience, and commitment to play a vital role in the shaping of Northampton College’s future.
We are in particular looking for a financially qualified professional to join our Board and audit committee. We welcome all applications from those with financial experience, whether this be from practice or industry.
Whilst it is not necessary to have previous non-executive/board level executive experience, it is important that you work well within the Board environment and offer the appropriate challenge, security and support the Board and College require.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a group of like-minded individuals who share a passion for the support and improvement of education and the community within the region.
Peridot Partners and Northampton College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 8th September 2025.
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Join the Charity Tax Group as a Trustee
Be the voice of charities on tax. Shape the future. Make a difference.
Are you passionate about the charity sector and ready to use your expertise to drive real impact? The Charity Tax Group (CTG) is seeking a dynamic and committed individual to join its Board of Trustees at a pivotal time in their journey.
For over 40 years, CTG has been the authoritative voice of charities on tax, saving the sector over £10 billion. Now, as a newly registered charity with ambitious plans including launching a new website and recruiting Its first CEO. They are now looking for trustees who can help them grow and thrive.
We’re looking for:
- A Fundraising Expert to help CTG unlock new income streams through trusts, foundations, and member fundraising. Your strategic insight will shape our future sustainability.
What You’ll Bring:
- At least 5 years’ experience in your area of expertise
- Strategic thinking and a hands-on approach
- A collaborative spirit and commitment to CTG’s mission
- A desire to contribute to a small but mighty team making a big difference
What You’ll Get:
- A warm welcome and full induction
- A trustee buddy to support you through your first year
- Opportunities to shape national charity tax policy
- Flexible, remote meetings (with occasional in-person events)
- Reimbursed travel expenses
- A chance to be part of something meaningful
Time Commitment:
- Around 1 day per month
- Board meetings every 6 weeks (virtual)
- It is expected of Trustees to join at least one committee (e.g., Fundraising, Finance & Risk)
We Welcome All Backgrounds
CTG are committed to building a diverse board and encourage applications from all communities and experiences. If your charity isn’t yet a CTG member, joining is simple and affordable
How to Apply:
In the first instance, please send your CV/Profile to receive the candidate pack with further details and full application instructions.
Deadline: for applications: Monday 11th August at 5pm
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
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Our small friendly Charity Shop in South Westminster
As well as being an important source of revenue for the Centre, the shop on Horseferry Road is the public face of the Cardinal Hume Centre to the residents and workers of Westminster. It can be a very busy environment with lots of regular customers. You will be part of a friendly, international team! You will receive excellent support and opportunities to learn team skills and customer service. You can obtain a reference for future employers.
How does this role make a difference?
You will be part of the fundraising team, raising funds to support the work of the Cardinal Hume Centre and promoting the work of the Centre to the public. Typically, the Charity Shop raises in the region of £50,000 per year.
What will you be doing?
Flexibility will be given where possible, but in general, volunteers will undertake the following tasks as part of this role:
· Customer service on the till
· Cashing up at the end of the day and walking the takings round to the reception and handing in to Finance Team
· Greeting and helping customers
· Replenishing the stock on the shop floor
· Sorting donations
· Helping present top items in window display and around the shop
· Promoting the work of the Centre to the public
Want to increase your skills in retail?
If you want to develop in this role, we are keen to support you. There are more responsibilities you can take on in the shop, for example; opening and closing the shop, cashing up at the end of the day and helping with the induction of new volunteers. Let us know if this interests you. We also have employment advisors who can provide employment support. Furthermore, if you want to expand your experience in the voluntary sector, you can combine your role in the shop with a volunteer role elsewhere in the organisation.
What are we looking for?
No special qualifications are needed to work in our shop, as relevant training will be given, however, we will be asking for the following qualities:
· Over 16+
· Good spoken English needed – at least Entry Level 3
· The ability to contribute to a positive team culture and atmosphere
· Be able to provide a friendly, high-quality service to customers
· A commitment to equal opportunities and to treating all individuals who visit or work in the shop with dignity and respect
· Physically fit - able to lift light bags and boxes and to comfortably use the stairs between the shop floor and the stock room. Manual handling training will be given.
What is the time commitment?
The shop opening hours are 10am – 4.30pm, Monday – Friday. A full or half day (10 – 1pm or 1 – 4.30pm) is ideal, but we are flexible and are grateful for even a couple of hours help each week. Ideally, volunteers will commit to a period of at least 4 months.
How will you be supported?
· You will be supported and trained in all areas of retail and customer service by the Charity Shop Manager and the Assistant Shop Manager.
· You will receive a Centre induction from a Volunteer Coordinator
· You will be reimbursed for reasonable and agreed ‘out-of-pocket’ expenses such as travel and also lunch if working a full day.
· For volunteers who stay for more than three months, we are happy to provide a reference.
The Centre enables families, children and young people to overcome poverty and avoid homelessness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Children With Voices
Children With Voices (CWV) is a grassroots non-profit organisation dedicated to improving
the lives of children and families through community-driven programs. We run holiday clubs,
healthy lifestyle education, and intervention projects for children aged 5–11 to combat
childhood obesity, antisocial behaviour, and gang involvement.
Our goal is early intervention – giving children the tools to lead healthier, safer, and more
empowered lives.
The Role – Board Member (Volunteer)
We are seeking passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Trustees. As
a board member, you will provide oversight, guidance, and strategic support to help CWV
grow its reach and impact. You don’t need previous board experience – just the drive to make
a difference and bring your unique skills, networks, or community insight to the table.
Key Responsibilities
•Attend and contribute to quarterly board meetings and occasional strategy sessions.
•Support the development of CWV’s strategic vision and community impact.
•Use your professional expertise or lived experience to inform board decisions (e.g.
education, youth work, business, legal, HR, marketing, fundraising, etc.).
•Leverage your personal or professional network to promote CWV’s work and connect us
with funding, partnerships, or opportunities.
•Ensure CWV operates in line with its charitable aims, legal obligations, and good
governance practices.
•Act as an ambassador for CWV at events, with funders, and across your networks.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome board members from a wide range of backgrounds. You may have experience
in:
•Community development or youth services
•Education, social work, or mental health
•Fundraising, business development, or marketing
•Finance, governance, HR, or legal
•Lived experience of the issues CWV addresses
•Or a strong passion for helping children and communities thrive
Commitment
•Time required: 6–10 hours per month (flexible)
•Location: Remote and/or London-based meetings (hybrid)
•Term: Minimum one-year commitment (renewable)
•Training and induction provided
What You’ll Gain
•A chance to help shape the future of a growing, impactful charity
•Experience in governance and leadership within the non-profit sector
•Meaningful connections with like-minded individuals
•Personal fulfilment from empowering children and families
How to Apply
Interested? Please email your CV or a short expression of interest to:
Subject: Board Member Application
Bring your voice to Children With Voices – and help us build healthier, safer, and stronger
communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Reall
Reall is an innovator and investor in climate-smart affordable housing for people living on low incomes in urban Africa and Asia.
Reall seeks to improve the lives of under-served households in African and Asian cities by building and increasing access to green, resilient, affordable homes. We’re doing this because homes aren’t just a fundamental human right; they unleash unimaginable human potential to shape a future of gender parity, climate resilience, clean air, renewable energy, and socio-economic justice.
The Role
· To enter into an engaged and proactive relationship with Reall, providing strategic oversight and leadership across the housing, finance, and emerging markets sectors to drive the achievement of our ambitious goal.
You will have the following skills, knowledge, and experience:
· UK-based senior academic who can significantly enhance our credibility in data and evidence initiatives as well as our broader portfolio.
· Proven experience and success in areas such as climate, gender, financial inclusion,
· Senior academic research, along with a strong alignment with Reall’s values, vision, and mission.
· A minimum of three years’ relevant experience as a board member or trustee in a not-for profit organisation or social enterprise.
· At least three years’ relevant experience working at a senior level in one of the key skills areas identified.
· Experience working in the context of African and/or Asian markets.
· An understanding of and commitment to international development and social enterprise.
· An understanding of the requirements of good governance in a not-for-profit organisation such as Reall.
· An understanding of risk management principles and their applications in managing a business.
· An understanding of good HR and/or organisational development practice.
· An effective communicator to inspire people to engage with Reall’s work.
· An understanding of the impact of diversity and inclusion on corporate performance.
· A commitment to giving the necessary time and effort to engage effectively with the work of Reall.
The successful candidate will be expected to attend their first Board meeting on 22nd September.
Full details are in the job description, person specification and recruitment pack, which are available by clicking through to apply for this role. Please note that you must have the right to live and work in the UK to be eligible to apply for this role.
Candidates wishing to apply should submit a CV (including comprehensive details of key achievements and responsibilities) along with a covering letter which fully addresses the competencies outlined in the role description and person specification on our website.
The closing date for applications is 5.00pm on Sunday, 29th June.
We are building a clean green home for human potential




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Trustees required – Evolve Counselling CIO (1181861)
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Location: remote/Cambridgeshire area
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Voluntary role: reasonable expenses paid
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Time commitment: 0-5 hours per month (estimated), mostly outside office hours
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Term: negotiable, e.g. interim/three years/extendable by re-election
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Application closing date: 7 July 2025
The Role:
Dynamic Trustees needed, with charity and commercial skills, to support mental health CIO. With an ambitious development programme up and running, we need to expand our Trustee Board. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a crucial time of growing demand for our services.
About Us:
Evolve Counselling is a long-established charitable social enterprise, providing low cost, affordable or funded mental health counselling to adults in mainly Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties. Our counselling community is made up of 50 – 60 qualified self-employed practitioners, working part-time. We deliver talking therapies to adults – online and in person. Our service delivers around 500 counselling sessions per month to a broad range of individuals, many of whom would not otherwise be able to access counselling support. Evolve also provides supervision, reflective practice, critical incident support, and mental health awareness and related training, to organisations and businesses large and small.
What We’re Looking For:
Our Trustee Board is currently drawn from the counselling and therapies community, plus commercial and other charity backgrounds. Now, with crucial development of the CIO ahead, we are looking for new members to expand the Board to its maximum ten places and to gain skills and insight from an equal, diverse and inclusive group that takes in business skills, knowledge of charities, and experience of not-for-profit finances to make growth plans a reality.
The Board will keep us on track with good governance through oversight of our work and will also help our keen new CEO to secure a sound financial base from which to grow our operations to meet the ever-increasing demand for our services.
We welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in any of the following areas:
- Business strategy and planning
- Commerce/industry
- Governance
- Working within the charity/CIO sector
- Financial management
- Legal expertise
- Health and wellbeing services
- Mental health counselling
- Health service commissioning or delivery planning
- Advocacy or advice services
- Data protection/GDPR knowledge
- Adherence to the Nolan Principles of Public Life
Application process: Please email with your CV and letter of application, stating why you’d like to become a Trustee at Evolve Counselling and how your skills and experience align with our plans for growth.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Context
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund is the leading UK charity for doctors, medical students and their families. We provide support and advice to members of the medical profession and their dependents at times of crisis and serious need. We have made significant progress over the last few years growing our reach and increasing our impact. As the medical profession continues to change, we want to build on our successes, and continue to meet new and emerging needs.
We are very fortunate to have a high profile and dedicated trustee board which includes senior representatives from across the medical profession. We are looking for up to two additional trustees to join our board and help provide strategic direction to the charity.
We would like to ensure the continued diversity of our Board, and ideally applicants should have direct knowledge of the challenges currently facing the NHS. In particular, applicants from primary care would be welcomed, as well as those connected to medical schools. We encourage applicants from across the UK.
Minimum time commitment
Trustees are expected to attend an induction session at RMBF offices in Wimbledon prior to their first Board meeting, and a Grants and Awards Committee meeting. The post includes:
· attendance at four trustee meetings alternating between a Central London location, and Zoom
· the provision of additional support (usually by phone or email) around specific areas of expertise
· invitation to the annual general meeting (AGM) of RMBF, which takes place during the day in September
· strategy day held approximately every 2/3 years
· attending ongoing governance and trustee training sessions as required, and to keep skills current.
Person specification
Our trustees must have:
· a commitment to the objects and goals of RMBF
· a willingness to meet the minimum time commitment
· integrity
· strategic vision
· a willingness to actively contribute at meetings
· an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship
· an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the benefit of RMBF
Duties of our trustees
The duties of an RMBF trustee board trustee are to:
Ensure the RMBF pursues its charitable objectives in ways which are relevant and appropriate for doctors, their families and medical students
Contribute actively to the Board by providing strategic leadership to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals, and evaluating performance
Safeguard the RMBF’s reputation, in particular by ensuring it operates legally and ethically, within its constitution; by ensuring the success of its charitable work; and by ensuring that it remains financially viable.
RMBF Governance
For information, other committees supporting the RMBF are:
- The Grants and Awards Committee which meets on the first or second Wednesday of alternating months
- the Finance Committee which meets in December, March and June immediately preceding the Board
- the Compliance Committee which meets in June
- the Staffing Committees which meets in March
To apply, please send your CV with a covering statement to Mrs Michelle Zal by close of play on Friday 11th July. Interview dates TBC, but taking place shortly after the closing date, remotely for first round, and in-person at RMBF offices in Wimbledon for second round.
If you require more information ahead of applying, please contact Mrs Michelle Zal, Admin Manager/Committee Secretary in the first instance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who we are looking for:
If you have an interest in child protection or children’s rights, as well as a background in strategic marketing or communications, we’d love to hear from you. This is a chance to be a trustee for a well-known charity that is making a real difference in children’s lives. You’ll be joining a dedicated and friendly group of trustees with a diverse range of skills and backgrounds. The board recently agreed on an ambitious new strategy that emphasises the enhancement of CFAB’s public profile. We are looking for trustees who can help us deliver on that, through their expertise and enthusiasm.
We welcome applications from those who are experience trustees as well as those who do not have previous experience as a trustee, but who have relevant personal experience and are willing to show a commitment to CFAB and our mission.
Role description
The Digital Marketing Trustee should:
1. provide leadership to the Board in the area of voluntary sector marketing and communications.
2. monitor decisions made at the Board in relation to marketing and communications and ensure that they are implemented.
3. assist in setting the marketing and communications strategy of the organisation and in setting and monitoring performance against targets.
4. actively participate as the key member developing the marketing expertise of the Board.
5. assist in securing additional exposure of CFAB’s work, particularly through facilitating opportunities with press, guiding digital publications (whether social media or online media opportunities) and amplifying CFAB’s voice with relevant audiences.
As with all Trustees, the Marketing Trustee is also responsible for:
• ensuring CFAB complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
• ensuring CFAB pursues its objects as defined in its Articles of Association, and that it uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects
• ensuring CFAB operates within the parameters laid down by the CFAB Governance Manual
• safeguarding the reputation and values of CFAB
• ensuring the financial stability of CFAB and its effective and efficient administration
• protecting and managing the property of CFAB and ensuring proper investment of funds
• appointing and monitoring the performance of the Chief Executive
• representing CFAB externally
Every Trustee is asked to use their specific skills, knowledge and professional experience to help the Board of Trustees collectively reach sound decisions.
This includes ensuring Trustees:
• scrutinise Board papers and actively contribute to Board discussion
• participate in relevant committees
• respond to any request from the CEO, for advice and support to the CEO or other team members on specific initiatives
• remain conscious of any conflicts of loyalty or interest.
• take decisions solely with the best interests of CFAB in mind.
A. Person specification
The Trustee should bring to CFAB a skill mix appropriate to the governance of CFAB, including:
1. Digital Marketing Strategy
• Ability to develop and advise on digital marketing strategies aligned with CFAB’s mission and goals.
• Understanding of audience segmentation, customer journey mapping, and digital touchpoints.
2. Content Marketing & Storytelling
• Strong storytelling ability to help communicate CFAB’s impact and campaigns.
• Experience in developing or advising on digital content plans (blogs, social media, newsletters, video, etc.).
3. Social Media & Community Engagement
• Knowledge of social media platforms and tools (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Insight into building engaged online communities and amplifying cause-led messaging.
4. Analytics and Performance Monitoring
• Ability to interpret data from Google Analytics, social media metrics, email campaign results, etc.
• Experience setting KPIs and measuring campaign effectiveness.
5. SEO & SEM
• Understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM) best practices.
• Ability to advise on organic and paid strategies to improve visibility and traffic
6. Fundraising Campaign Support
• Experience supporting or advising on online fundraising campaigns, donor journeys, and engagement.
• Knowledge of platforms such as JustGiving, Charity Checkout, or other donation systems.
7. Website Management
• Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g. WordPress) to advise on user experience and accessibility.
• Oversight of web content strategy, usability, and optimization.
8. Governance & Strategic Input
• Understanding of trustee responsibilities in the UK (Charity Commission regulations, safeguarding digital assets).
• Ability to provide strategic oversight rather than day-to-day management.
9. Brand and Reputation Management
• Experience advising on brand consistency across digital channels.
• Awareness of crisis communication and reputational risk in online spaces.
10. Collaboration & Communication
• Ability to work effectively with the board, staff, and external partners.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, particularly in a voluntary leadership context.
11. A clear commitment to CFAB’s values and beliefs and the fulfilment of its mission
B. Commitment
CFAB has four regular Board meetings per year of which one is held concurrent with the AGM. There is also a Marketing committee which meets four times per year, which the Trustee should attend wherever possible. Additional Extraordinary Board meetings may be called as necessary. Other trustees will participate in committees including: Finance & HR, Fundraising and Policy & Practice. Overall time commitment is approximately 2 – 3 hours a quarter.
C. Further Information
For more information on CFAB’s work, we encourage you to review our Annual Report and our Impact Report
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join the Charity Tax Group as a Monitoring and Evaluation Trustee
Be the voice of charities on tax. Shape the future. Make a difference.
Are you passionate about the charity sector and ready to use your expertise to drive real impact? The Charity Tax Group (CTG) is seeking a dynamic and committed individual to join its Board of Trustees at a pivotal time in their journey.
For over 40 years, CTG has been the authoritative voice of charities on tax, saving the sector over £10 billion. Now, as a newly registered charity with ambitious plans including launching a new website and recruiting Its first CEO. They are now looking for trustees who can help them grow and thrive.
We’re looking for:
- A Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist to guide CTG in building robust systems to measure and evidence its impact, ensuring they remain accountable and effective.
What You’ll Bring:
- At least 5 years’ experience in your area of expertise
- Strategic thinking and a hands-on approach
- A collaborative spirit and commitment to CTG’s mission
- A desire to contribute to a small but mighty team making a big difference
What You’ll Get:
- A warm welcome and full induction
- A trustee buddy to support you through your first year
- Opportunities to shape national charity tax policy
- Flexible, remote meetings (with occasional in-person events)
- Reimbursed travel expenses
- A chance to be part of something meaningful
Time Commitment:
- Around 1 day per month
- Board meetings every 6 weeks (virtual)
- It is expected of Trustees to join at least one committee (e.g., Fundraising, Finance & Risk)
We Welcome All Backgrounds
CTG are committed to building a diverse board and encourage applications from all communities and experiences. If your charity isn’t yet a CTG member, joining is simple and affordable
How to Apply:
In the first instance, please send your CV/Profile to receive the candidate pack with further details and full application instructions.
Deadline: for applications: Monday 11th August at 5pm
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
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As our new Chair, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation and the lives of those we serve. The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs the charity effectively, in service of the charity’s vision and mission.
About Youth Concern
We are an independent charity based in Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire that supports 13-25 year olds. We are inclusive; we aim to support all 13-25 year olds, but specialise in helping those facing additional challenges.
What will you be doing?
Your expertise, passion, and fresh perspective will be invaluable assets as we navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the Vale’s young people. Your commitment to our cause will be met with unwavering support and appreciation from fellow trustees and our dedicated executive team.
Role summary
You will:
- Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the board, ensuring that Youth Concern achieves its mission, and fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation
- Work in partnership with the Chief Executive and team
- Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation
- Optimise the relationship between the board and Youth Concern’s staff and volunteers.
- Plan and chair the board meetings, with others (mainly and normally the Chief Executive) as appropriate
- Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for Youth Concern; be willing to champion Youth Concern’s work through personal networks
- Provide supervisory support, annual appraisal and ongoing development and input to the Chief Executive
Time commitment (estimated at two days per month)
- Attending 6 board meetings annually. Currently meetings last 2 hours and are held in person, with the option to attend remotely.
- Attend sub-committees as required, which are around 1 each month (although as Chair, you are a member of all sub-committees, so can attend more as desired/needed)
- Monthly scheduled meeting with the Chief Executive with flexibility to respond swiftly to the occasional ad hoc issue
- Attending an annual half day strategy session.
What are we looking for?
Essential
- Experience of being a trustee. (You do not need to have been a Chair previously.)
- Experience of working with or for young people
- Experience of leading organisations through periods of growth
- A keen sense of strategic purpose
- An inclusive leadership style and the ability to listen and engage effectively
- Oversee Youth Concern’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. Whilst the trustee/treasurer takes the lead on this, the Chair is a member of the finance sub-committee
- Be responsive
- Live within easy and quick travel time of Aylesbury
What Difference will you make?
Why should you apply?
Youth Concern believes every young person has the right to be fed, to a safe home, to a good education and later, to employment.
In becoming a trustee, you will be helping young people thrive. And because:
- You believe a few hours a month, working for young people, is a good investment of your time
- You want to give something back
- Your skill set will benefit a growing local charity
- You want to be part of Youth Concern’s success story
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks team at Reach Volunteering are supporting Youth Concern with their Trustee recruitment. Applications should be made via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.
To apply please submit your CV along with a covering letter stating why you wish to join the organisation and how your skills and experience would add value to the board.
Please send applications and enquiries to the email address provided.
Applications will be accepted until 9:00am on Monday 7 July 2025
7th Perthshire (Methven) Scout Group are looking to recruit a Chair of Trustees.
About us:We are a small yet active charity running scouting groups (Beavers Cubs and Scouts) for young people aged 6-14 living in and around Methven, Perthshire. The ethos of the group aligns with the core principles of Scouting which aims to teach young people “Skills for Life”. All scouting activities in Methven are provided by a dedicated group of volunteers, overseen by a Board of Trustees to which we now seek to recruit a new Chairperson. The Chair plays a pivotal role in leading and guiding the charity towards achieving its aims and objectives. This position requires a dynamic individual who can ensure effective governance and strategic direction. The role is for 3 years initially, as per our constitution.
Duties
- Lead and preside over Trustee meetings (approximately 4-5 per year), ensuring that discussions are productive and focused on achieving outcomes.
- Develop agendas in collaboration with other board members, ensuring all relevant topics are covered.
- Foster an inclusive environment where all members feel valued and encouraged to contribute.
- Represent the organisation at public events, as necessary, effectively communicating its vision and objectives.
- Oversee the implementation of policies and strategies set by the board, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Help to set budgets and manage the charities finances to enable it to perform its duties and fulfil its vision.
Skills
- Strong leadership and team working skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Well-developed organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions that benefit the charity.
- A collaborative mindset with a focus on building consensus.
- An understanding of and alignment with the ethos, vision and values of Scouts, it is a requirement to uphold these at all times.
- The ability to research and formulate grant applications on behalf of the charity would be beneficial but is not essential.
Additional Information
- This is a volunteer role and attracts no remuneration, however reasonable expenses will be covered.
- Although this role does not require the successful candidate to directly work with young people it will require an enhanced PVG.
- The Board of Trustees meet approximately 4-5 times a year, usually for up to 2 hours at a time. Additional time outside of trustee meetings will likely be required to follow up on actions agreed by the Board. This role could be performed as a hybrid role as some meetings could be run online, however an in-person presence at the AGM each year is essential. The AGM is held where the charity operates, in Methven, Perthshire.
- Training both for this role, and about Scouts as an organisation and charity will be delivered online in an on-demand format. The successful candidate will be expected to complete this before taking up the role in September 2025. Further ongoing support and training is offered both online and in person to enable the successful candidate to enhance their skills, learn new skills as required and network with other volunteers across the wider organisation.
- This role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to develop their skills, make new friends and be involved in a charity that makes a positive, tangible difference to the lives of young people in our area.