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Role: Grant and Bid Writer (Volunteer)
Team: Finance and Commercial
Location: Remote
Reports to: Commercial Manager (Volunteer)
Hours: Approx. 4hrs a week
About Us
Join us at Fair Game, where we're passionate about shaping a brighter future for football! With a vibrant community of 34 football clubs, we're on a journey to revolutionise the game we all love. Collaborating with top-notch academics and industry experts, our goal is to nurture a sport that fills every fan with pride. Imagine wearing your team's colours, confident in the values it represents and the rich traditions it upholds.
Be part of a movement that champions fan involvement, financial health, exemplary governance, and unwavering commitment to equality. Let's team up to make football not just a game, but a legacy we're all proud to be part of. Join Fair Game and help us turn this vision into reality!
What we are Looking For
We're thrilled to share that Fair Game has experienced incredible growth recently, and we're on the brink of making a significant impact. As a volunteer-driven initiative, we're on the lookout for an enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to Fair Game's commercial goals.
This volunteer position is a fantastic chance for someone keen on gaining insights into the football industry and expanding their connections, setting the stage for a promising career in sports management or governance. If this resonates with you, you might just be the person we need to help shape the future of football in an extraordinary way.
Main Responsibilities
(Don’t worry, you won’t be doing all of these on your own)
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Support the Commercial Manager in developing and delivering Fair Game’s multi-stream fundraising and partnering strategy.
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To research and identify potential grants and funds that support Fair Game’s objectives.
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To prepare high-quality grant applications, including writing and editing content, and production of documents in support of the respective applications.
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End-to-end management of grant applications, including updating the respective libraries and funnels for management reporting.
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Managing tender emails, portals, and websites for grant applications, identifying opportunities and future pipeline, registering interest, and downloading the relevant documents.
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Evaluating and identifying areas for improvement from tender and bid feedback.
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To attend a fortnightly one-hour management meeting.
As an organisation, we believe that we are not perfect. We welcome creativity and will always strive to improve.
What you will Need to Bring
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Strong ability to organise and manage tasks efficiently
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Effective communication and relationship-building abilities
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Proficiency in information technology and superior writing capabilities
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Outstanding skills in networking and building rapport with others
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Keen eye for detail
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Experience in preparing and submitting grant applications
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Dedication to the principles and ethos of Fair Game
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Passionate about contributing to a more equitable future in football
What you will Gain
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A network of contacts in the football industry
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An opportunity to develop media, campaigning and researching skills
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And a chance to change football for the better
Volunteering
We are seeking dedicated individuals who are genuinely passionate about contributing to our cause. This voluntary role demands more than just an initial burst of enthusiasm; it requires a steadfast commitment and a deep-seated desire to make a difference.
We kindly ask that only those who are prepared to invest their time and energy, with a serious intent to contribute and grow with us, consider applying. This is not just a role, but a journey towards creating meaningful impact. If you are looking for a casual commitment or are uncertain about your availability and dedication, this might not be the right opportunity for you. We value the contribution of our volunteers immensely and wish to build a team that shares our commitment to the cause
We strongly believe in having more diverse voices in our team and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those currently under-represented.
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Chair of Trustees
Role description:
We’re looking for someone with experience of working as a chairperson to join us as our Chair of Trustees, to help provide excellent leadership and ensure that everyone remains focused on the delivery of the organisation’s charitable purposes.
About YBTC:
Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity began in 2003. It was originally named ‘Andrea’s Gift’, set-up in memory of Andrea Key, who died from a brain tumour aged 42. Our vision is to cure a devastating disease that affects so many people, of all ages and background. Whilst we’re working to find a cure, we provide the best patient and family support network we can. We fund dedicated research projects across Yorkshire into treating and curing child and adult brain tumours to try to change those statistics for the better. At the same time, we support patients, carers and their loved ones who are impacted by this devastating disease now through our specialist support services.
Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour is currently unincorporated. We are currently undergoing the process of moving the charity structure to a CIO, which will provide limited liability for Trustees to third parties. This process will take approximately 6 months to complete, and our current reserves policy is to cover 6 months of expenditure.
What we’re looking for:
Personal competencies
The YBTC Chair of Trustees is expected to demonstrate all the following personal competencies and the capacity to apply these to the strategic development of a local charity:
Commitment
· Ability to understand and accept the duties and liabilities of being a Chair of Trustees
· Empathy with the vision, mission and strategic development of YBTC
· A willingness and ability to devote the necessary time and effort
Focus
· Ability to think and apply knowledge strategically and give direction to board policy-making.
· Ability to think creatively
· Ability to keep mission-focused
· Developing the board of trustees including induction, training, appraisal and succession planning
· Ability to analyse and evaluate management information and other evidence
· Willingness to listen and learn
Communication and team working
· Chairing and facilitating board meetings
· Representing the charity at functions and meetings
· Bringing impartiality to decision-making
· Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively and to take an active part in discussions
· Addressing conflict within the board and within the organisation, and liaising with the Charity Director to achieve this
· Ability to influence and engage
· Working with the Charity Director to plan meeting cycles and plan agendas
· Ability to lead a group effectively
· Willing to express their own opinion in a reasoned way, while also listening to the views of others
· Ability to challenge constructively and ask questions appropriately
Accountability
· Liaising with the Charity Director to keep an overview of the organisation’s affairs and to provide support as appropriate
· Ability to exercise sound and independent judgement
· Checking that decisions are implemented
· Willingness to make and stand by collective decisions, including those which may be unpopular
· Ability to manage difficult and/or challenging situations, sitting on appointment and disciplinary panels as required
· Ability to maintain confidentiality on confidential and/or sensitive information
· Leading the process of supporting and appraising the performance of the Charity Director
Skills and Experience
Management and Governance
· A chairperson’s role of a similar organisation
Specialist Expertise
· Charity Finance or Operations
· Fundraising
· Research Funding and the development of YBTC’s current funding strategy
· Patient Support & Service
· Human Resources or Legal
· PR, Marketing & Communications
Our multi-award winning charity is seeking trustees to join our board.
We are seeking people with the specific skills and experience in safeguarding, finance, legal, scientific or health within either a private or voluntary sector, to compliment the balance of skills and experiences on our charity's board. We offer a comprehensive induction package including online training via the NCVO in all aspects of charity governance.
We also particularly welcome applications from people who traditionally have had fewer opportunities to volunteer as a trustee and from people from ethnic minority backgrounds or heritage.
* Ordinarily board meetings are held 4-6 times per year, for 2-3 hours, on a Thursday evening by Zoom. There are occasional, additional working group meetings held via Zoom 4 or 5 times throughout the year, at times to suit the working group members. Additionally, we typically hold a 1-day board away-day once per year on a Saturday, with travel and accommodation expenses being paid by the charity.
Board members must comply with the charity's policies, including the trustee conflict of interest policy and volunteering agreement.
Application process
Please submit an application form to the email address given in the form and two-page CV by 5pm 31 March 2024.
Short-listed candidates may be invited to an online interview in April (dates to be confirmed). Please advise at the time of making an application of any dates that you would be unavailable.
Haemochromatosis UK is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee and so prospective trustees must be eligible to act as trustee and as a company director.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sounddelivery Media is looking to strengthen its board by recruiting new trustees (including a treasurer) with knowledge, experience and insight into at least one of the following areas:
- Charity accounts
- Lived experience of social injustice
- Branding, communications and marketing
- UK Media
- Training and support service delivery
Find the full description of the trustee role in our application pack.
About Sounddelivery Media
Sounddelivery Media is a dynamic charity tackling injustice and inequality. We’re looking to strengthen our board by recruiting new Trustees to take us into the next stage of our development as an organisation.
Sounddelivery Media works alongside people with direct experience of social injustice and inequality to advocate for themselves and their communities publicly by providing training, support and media matches, media meet ups and media opportunities. We work to address representation and diversity of voice in the media, finding platforms for our networks and building long term trusted relationships with journalists.
About our Board of Trustees
Our trustees are volunteers who offer their time, knowledge and experience to oversee and guide the charity and its work. They also make sure Sounddelivery Media is financially sustainable, is run efficiently and professionally and operates within charitable law.
The Sounddelivery Media board meets at least four times a year. These meetings are sometimes face to face but mostly remote. Trustees are appointed for an initial three-year period; and may then be re-appointed for a further three years.
We can arrange training, mentoring and support for new trustees – no previous governance experience is required. As well as skills and experience, we want to hear from candidates who also have the passion, commitment, interest and enthusiasm to fulfil this vital role.
We are fully committed to ensuring it is as easy and comfortable as possible for skilled, talented people who have never previously participated in charity governance to be welcomed onto the Sounddelivery Media board and make a full and equal contribution. We can cover reasonable travel and accommodation expenses, data top-up vouchers and childcare costs to enable full participation.
Our existing board has strong experience in key areas including communication, fundraising, finance, governance and community action.
About you
We’re looking for the following personal attributes:
- A commitment to supporting people with lived experience to advocate for change
- Sound, independent judgement and an ability to articulate your views
- A willingness and ability to devote the necessary time
- A willingness to learn and carry out the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of charity
trusteeship - An ability to work effectively as a member of a small team
How to apply
If you wish to apply please fill in this short application with a CV and expression of interest in not more that 2 pages why you want to join the Board of Trustees at Sounddelivery Media before Tuesday 9th April 2024.
The expression of interest should set out clearly why you are interested in this role, and the relevant skills, knowledge and experience you can bring to the Sounddelivery Media trustee board.
We will confirm dates for interviews in due course. As part of our commitment to make this process as open and as accessible as possible, we intend to email questions to shortlisted candidates in advance of interviews.
For a full description of the trustee role, please see our application pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Position
We are looking for a Grants Officer who can coordinate our grants team and support diverse tasks that include research, ideation and writing of proposals. In this role you’ll be a key contributor to the continued existence of Second Tree, a small, grassroots NGO that is dependent on grants to survive.
To do this successfully, you will employ meticulous time-management and organization skills, as juggling multiple tasks with competing deadlines is common in this role. You’ll also be able to work efficiently independently, managing your own time and tasks; and in a team, overseeing project timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.
You’ll have demonstrable writing experience and the ability to communicate professionally in English. You will also have experience researching and/or writing grants, producing content that is compelling and that will help Second Tree secure new funding streams. Finally, you’ll have an adaptable and flexible attitude, knowing that problem-solving and meeting tight deadlines are inevitable aspects of this role.
The role will include:
- Researching and identifying new grant opportunities on a weekly basis;
- Summarizing relevant grant opportunities and suggest how to best respond and comply with them;
- Researching information and data necessary for grants and grant reporting;
- Managing the organization of proposals and other documents created by the grants team;
- Supporting the development of outlines, timelines, staffing and budgets for grants according to funding guidelines;
- Supporting grants team with proposal writing;
- Creating timelines and coordinating team to ensure deadlines are met;
- Maintaining necessary records, files, reports, databases, and resource materials for Grants team;
- Working with the wider Second Tree team to ensure that all project proposals align with organisational, and program strategies;
- Establishing and maintain connections with funding bodies;
- Performing other duties as assigned;
Skills Required:
- Ability to professionally communicate in English (verbally and in writing);
- Ability to compile and maintain a variety of documents needed for the research, monitoring, development and submission of a proposal;
- Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, summarise and follow proposal guidelines;
- Ability to conduct thorough, high-quality, independent research;
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
- Ability to manage and prioritize projects effectively to meet team and proposal deadlines;
- Ability to work to tight deadlines with flexibility and problem-solving attitude;
- Ability to hold team members accountable to tight deadlines
Skills Desired:
- Working knowledge of project management techniques such as LFA;
- Ability to facilitate meetings and coordinate the work of teams;
- Knowledge of and experience with grant-giving bodies and other external funding sources (e.g. European Commission);
What We Offer:
- Accommodation in a shared house.
- Transportation to/from work.
- After completion of a three-month trial, if you commit long-term, small monthly expenses refund.
We believe that a good proposal must embody the spirit of the organization and the cause it is asking funding for. In order for this to happen, the successful candidate will be encouraged to join us on the ground and immerse themselves in our work. In addition to coordinating the grant team (not a full time position), your participation could take on many forms, from support in the education programs to the delivery of workshops and expeditions with the Youth Scouts – we look forward to hearing your ideas on how best to apply your skills in this context. By coming here, you would gain first-hand experience of the situation on the ground, working in a grassroots organization with a small but dedicated team. This immersion will give you a solid sense of our work, our mission and our approach – which would facilitate your ability to attract supporters.
We have two volunteer houses that can host up to nine people where long-term volunteers are accommodated. Some volunteers choose to rent their own accommodation. In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the volunteer houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the volunteer houses are full, this would allow us to offer a volunteering opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.
We encourage applicants to join us in person, but if this is not possible we will consider remote applications for this role.
How to apply
Please send the following to Giovanni Fontana (find email address on website):
1) Your CV
2) Your cover letter
3) Copy of your qualifications (If applicable)
In your mail, please:
4) Put “Fundraising Officer” as the subject line
5) Specify the dates you would be available to volunteer (starting date and length)
6) At the end of the email, copy-paste the link of the ad you are responding to
If the application includes all of these we will get back to you in a maximum of 48hs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background
Thyroid UK is a charitable company working primarily within the United Kingdom. Formed in 1998, we became a company limited by guarantee in 2007 and in 2008 we became a registered charity.
The provision of quality information for people with both diagnosed and undiagnosed thyroid disorders is the primary concern of Thyroid UK, and we work effectively in this field through dialogue with NHS departments, networking with other voluntary organisations, and providing services directly to patients.
We are a small charity, with just three permanent employees, plus contract staff, but we have a wide influence, and provide a great deal of support to our beneficiaries, within the UK and abroad. The charity’s annual income in 2023 was £96,900.54 with the majority of that income being spent on both running the charity and conducting campaigns and activities to support our beneficiaries.
The Thyroid UK Board of Trustees is a diverse group of 7 individuals, including the CEO, a Chairperson, Deputy Chair and this Treasurer role.
Role
We are looking to fill the position of treasurer for our Board of Trustees. Working with the CEO and Finance Manager, this role monitors the financial administration of the charity and reports to the Board of Trustees on its state of financial health, in line with best practice and in compliance with the governing document and legal requirements, to provide the board with the confidence and knowledge to better make operational and strategic decisions.
The ideal candidate will have experience of finance or finance management, preferably including some experience in a small company or charity.
Time requirement
The role will require a time commitment of an average of 1 to 2 days per month, with more time required in some months than others. This includes three planned board meetings of approximately 3 hours (two held online and one held in London with the option to join remotely, if needed) and the Thyroid UK AGM.
The Treasurer should be available to support the CEO, Chair and fellow trustees between board meetings, including taking responsibility to deal with issues which may arise, and have one-to-one meetings with the CEO and Finance Manager before board meetings.
Term of office
The Treasurer’s term is two years, following which the trustees may re-elect the position for a further one or two term(s).
Remuneration
Thyroid UK is a charitable, not-for-profit organisation. Trustee roles are not remunerated. However, reasonable expenses for travel can be paid for those not living in London.
Key Responsibilities
· Liaise with CEO and Trustees to ensure the financial viability of the organisation’s strategy, advising on the financial implications of Thyroid UK’s strategic plan
· Present Thyroid UK’s financial position and broader context at Trustee meetings, and oversee the production of an annual budget.
· Ensure that the Board of Trustees is aware of its financial duties and responsibilities and the need to comply with all legislation, and take a lead in interpreting financial data to fellow board members.
· Provide oversight and guidance where necessary of accounts prepared for funders and relevant statutory bodies.
· Oversee the appointment of an independent examiner of the accounts and review the appointment on a regular basis.
· Act as counter signatory on charity cheques and some applications to funders, approve payments on banking systems, and spending approval in accordance with financial management processes.
· Work in partnership with the CEO/Finance Manager in executing their responsibilities and achieving their financial goals.
· Ensure that all financial policies, procedures and the appointment of external financial advisors are reviewed on a regular basis.
Person Specification
In addition to fulfilling the experiences, skills and attributes of a trustee, a treasurer must also have:
1. Knowledge and experience of accounting and audit practices in the UK as they apply to companies and charities
2. Be able to interrogate and interpret financial statements
3. Communicate financial information in a meaningful and understandable way to the Board
4. Strong working knowledge of any accounting software
5. Strong attention to detail
Submit your interest by sending us the completed application form, your CV and a short cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background
Thyroid UK is a charitable company working primarily within the United Kingdom. Formed in 1998, we became a company limited by guarantee in 2007 and in 2008 we became a registered charity.
The provision of quality information for people with both diagnosed and undiagnosed thyroid disorders is the primary concern of Thyroid UK, and we work effectively in this field through dialogue with NHS departments, networking with other voluntary organisations, and providing services directly to patients.
We are a small charity, with just three permanent employees, plus contract staff, but we have a wide influence, and provide a great deal of support to our beneficiaries, within the UK and abroad. The charity’s annual income in 2023 was £96,900.54 , with the majority of that income being spent on both running the charity and conducting campaigns and activities to support our beneficiaries.
The Thyroid UK Board of Trustees is a diverse group of 7 individuals, including the CEO, a Chairperson, Deputy Chair and Treasurer. Our board members have a collective responsibility. This means that our trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Thyroid UK achieves its objectives. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Thyroid UK has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support the executive team to enable Thyroid UK to grow, thrive and achieve its mission.
Role
We are looking for a trustee who will support and provide advice on Thyroid UK’s purpose, vision, goals and activities. Their duties include:
· Approve operational strategies & policies and monitor/evaluate their implementation.
· Review/approve Thyroid UK’s financial plans, statements and budgets, and evaluate progress.
· Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
· Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
· Support Thyroid UK’s CEO in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
· Hold the chief executive to account for the effective management and delivery of the organisation’s strategic aims and objectives, where appropriate
· Keep abreast of changes in Thyroid UK’s operating environment.
· Contribute to regular reviews of Thyroid UK’s own governance. Attend board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
· Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Thyroid UK’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
· Contribute to the broader promotion of Thyroid UK’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Time requirement
The role will require a time commitment of an average of 1 to 2 days per month, with more time required in some months than others. This includes three planned board meetings of approximately 3 hours (two held online and one held in London with the option to join remotely, if needed) and the Thyroid UK AGM.
Term of office
The term of a thyroid UK trustee is two years, following which the Trustees may re-elect the position for a further one or two term(s).
Remuneration
Thyroid UK is a charitable, not-for-profit organisation. Trustee roles are not remunerated. However, reasonable expenses for travel can be paid for those not living in London.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. You do not need previous governance experience – we will provide a full induction and training.
Personal skills and qualities
· Willingness and ability to understand and accept responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
· Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
· Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
· A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
· Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
· Willingness to lead according to our values.
Apply by sending us your CV and application form with a short covering letter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Organisation:
Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project
Organisation overview:
Shelter Housing Advice and Research Project was established in 1974 by Leicester Shelter Group. We provide much-needed advice, help and support for people who have been homeless or facing serious housing problems in the City of Leicester and Leicestershire. We are currently Lottery funded and as part of that we are offering volunteer work placements that will help people to secure paid employment or a route into further education.
Role Title:
Volunteer work placement training
Time commitment:
6-week placement
Location of position:
13 Welford Road,
Leicester, LE2 7AD
Responsible to:
Volunteer Coordinator
Summary of role:
To gain valuable work experience as well as assisting with the smooth and efficient running of Shelter Housing Aid and Research Project (SHARP), mainly through Administrative and Casework assistance. This will include covering reception and administrative duties as necessary, working alongside caseworkers to deliver cases and helping to research and update database information.
Skills gained from placement:
- Using the phone.
- Dealing with incoming and outgoing post
- Photocopying and scanning
- Being proficient in Microsoft Office databases and emails.
- Experience of using client database (Advice Pro)
- Comfortable working as part of a team.
- Not limited to the above
Criteria:
18yrs +
Not in employment
We will give priority to long term unemployed 3yrs +.
Be able to do Monday-Thursday for 6 weeks
Desirable criteria:
Good IT knowledge
Social media experience
Fundraising experience
Benefits of volunteering
As a volunteer you will benefit by gaining new skills, work experience, and increasing your confidence and self-esteem. To help towards gaining employment.
Training and support:
Induction to the organisation
Full training on all aspects of the role
Support, advice, and guidance from our Volunteer coordinator
Reimbursement of expenses:
Shelter will only reimburse the cost of return travel via bus.
Contact Information:
Deepa Bhogal
Volunteer Coordinator
Covid 19 measures
Social distancing in place, hand washing, access to hand sanitiser. Volunteer will have their own workstation.
You must be currently unemployed and be able to commit to volunteering Monday-Thursday for 6 weeks
Trustees (Voluntary) – Family Lives
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact as part of a dedicated and active team overseeing the vital work of a leading family support charity?
About the charity
At Family Lives, we recognize the challenges that families face, addressing issues ranging from parenting skills and family breakdown to challenging relationships, bullying, debt, and overall emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
We are committed to ensuring families have access to a range of family support when they need it, in particular in the early years and to connecting families to their wider communities.
About the candidate
We are actively seeking new trustees who share our values and are passionate about supporting parents, carers and families. While considering all candidates, we are particularly interested to hear from individuals skills or experience in:
• Proven experience in leading and implementing digital transformation initiatives,
• Knowledge and experience in family law or policy development,
• Understanding and experience in child safeguarding, social work and parent support,
• Track record in engaging and understanding in local authority commissioning processes,
• Knowledge of governance structures and practices within charitable organisations,
• Financial acumen including budget oversight and financial strategy development,
• Expertise in fundraising, cultivating donor relationships and diversifying funding streams,
• Background in academic or research settings contributing to evidence-based decision making.
About the role
As a Trustee you will:
• Understand the mission, priorities, and strategic objectives of Family Lives.
• Play an active role in developing and guiding strategy.
• Provide supportive leadership to the Chief Executive.
• Monitor the performance of the Chief Executive and the organization.
• Evaluate current and future risks, taking action to minimize them.
• Contribute to debates and discussions.
• Attend at least four Board meetings a year and the Board Away Day.
• Bring your area of interest/expertise/awareness relevant to the organization’s work.
Join us in creating a positive impact on families' lives and be a crucial part of our mission to build better family lives together.
The Board meets 6 times a year either virtually, in central London, or at Family Lives’ offices in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, and there is an annual Away Day. In addition, there are committees to which you will be invited to join. Trusteeship is unpaid, however expenses incurred can be reimbursed.
Advice for applicants:
Please visit our website to obtain the job description, full person specification, and the link to apply using our online system.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, 28th April 2024
Interview date: to be held in May/June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Main duties and responsibilities
In addition to fulfilling the duties of a trustee, the Treasurer will maintain an overview of the organisation’s financial affairs in line with good practice and in accordance with the governing document and legal requirements. The Treasurer will ensure that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and report to the Board at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation.
Key tasks
- Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts, financial statements and financial reports to the Board after discussion with the CEO and other senior staff
- In conjunction with the CEO and Finance Manager to plan the annual cycle of financial reporting to the Board and (where appropriate) to sub-committees and to set the agendas for the finance component of meetings.
- Advising the Board on the financial implications of strategic and business plans.
- Providing assurance to the Board that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs, and recommending corrective action where this is not the case.
- Lead work on the development and implementation of financial policies, including reserves and (where appropriate) investment
- Ensuring equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured
- Liaising with the charity’s auditors and advising the Board on the appointment or re-appointment of auditors
- Making a formal presentation of the accounts at the annual general meeting and drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way
- Liaising with the company secretary and director of finance and resources to ensure that the charities annual accounts are compliant with the current Charities SORP
- Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
The Treasurer also Chairs the finance and fundraising sub-group. FFSG is a principal group of the Staying Put board. Its principal objective is to assist the board to fulfil their functions by providing timely advice on areas within its remit. It is responsible for reviewing and overseeing the management and strategy of all finance and fundraising matters of the Staying Put group and includes the areas of audit and organisational risk.
Skills, abilities and personal qualities required
- Demonstrate relevant experience in financial management, preferably with a recognised accounting qualification.
- Ability communicate financial matters to non-financial colleagues so that all Trustees are able to fully understand the organisation’s finances, review options and make informed choices.
- Ability to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical ability and good independent judgement and strategic thinking which ensures continual improvement and may challenge the status quo.
- A willingness to speak their mind and engage in open debate while working effectively as part of a team
- To be honest and objective in their scrutiny of the organisation, seeking to ensure that the quality of service to clients remains paramount at all times.
- Understanding and acceptance of the role of a Board for a charitable organisation (including the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship) and of the respective roles of the Chair, Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer.
- A commitment to the organisation and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to the role.
- A capacity to understand and empathise with the issues of concern for CAB.
- A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Role description – Board Member
In broad terms, the five key responsibilities for Staying Put board members are:
1. To ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on
achieving these
2. Being responsible, with the CEO and other trustees, for the charity’s performance and culture
3. Ensuring the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
4. Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets by taking due care of their security and proper use
5. Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Admin Support volunteer, community fundraising, Aberdeen Area
Role summary
Are you looking to use your admin skills to make a difference? You’ll provide admin support to your local Community Fundraising team to ensure that we reach more potential supporters and that all our donors, however they choose to support us, receive exceptional supporter care. We're a new and growing team with big ambitions to engage local individuals, groups and businesses in the fight to end bad housing and homelessness. You'll play an integral role in helping to broaden our supporter base in local communities.
This role is flexible and hours can be discussed.
Main tasks
- Research new audiences such as schools, local businesses and faith groups based around Shelter Scotland offices.
- Support Regional Community Fundraiser in approaching new supporters.
- Strengthen relationships with supporters by providing fundraising materials and updates on our work by post and email.
- Maintaining supporter records on our database.
- Support in maintaining basic income spreadsheet such as Just Giving page total.
Providing basic administrative tasks including preparing fundraising packs, posters and documents and other ad hoc duties
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for five (5) Trustees to join the QSA team of trustees, including a Treasurer. Trustees are responsible for setting the strategic direction and for the financial oversight of QSA, ensuring we comply with relevant regulation and supporting the 40 paid staff of the charity to deliver our mission.
New trustees will be crucial to QSA's future as we expand our influencing and advocacy work, and continue providing services and support to the most vulnerable so that they can seek solutions to the issues affecting their lives.
We are looking for Trustees who are:
1. Passionate about the aims of QSA and keen to contribute to our work
2. Empathic and understanding of the issues affecting people living in poverty, and keen to learn more
3. Keen to make a positive contribution to our commitment to increasing inclusion and diversifying our body of trustees, including giving voice to those with relevant lived experience
4. Willing to take on this responsibility and committed to learning more about charity governance
5. Able to commit the time needed to be a trustee and to take this responsibility seriously, for an initial term of three (3) years
In addition, for our Treasurer we are looking for someone who:
6. Has a strong working knowledge of financial management of smaller organisations, and if this is not specifically charity finance, be willing to learn more
7. Can explain financial information for others who have less financial expertise
8. Is willing to convene our finance and fundraising committee
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Main Tasks:
· Sorting through donations received.
· Creating eye catching displays within the shop.
· Preparing donated items for sale.
· Dealing with customers enquiries and serving customers on the till.
Please email volunteer@kidneyresearchuk,org or pop into the shop on Redcar high street and ask for the manager
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Overview
We are looking for Grant Writers from across the world to help us apply for funding from major donors and development aid ogencies. The Grant Writer supports the Director for developing and writing grant proposals to trusts, foundations and other grant-making organisations such as Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, USAID, UKAID, EU Funding, NORAD, SIDA, DFID tenders, etc, and persuasively communicates AHO's mission and programmes to potential funders. In collaboration with the Director, the Volunteer administers the organisation’s grant management activities, including grant proposal writing, editing and compilation, submissions and follow up and prospect research. This position helps to write tenders based on instruction and detailed information from the Director, referring back for editing and final approval, leading to increased success in winning contracts and funding. Applications are welcome from any part of the world.
Purpose of Role
To identify grant and bid opportunities, managing the grant development and proposal process and to produce successful tender proposals - as well as other fundraising applications when required based on good research and excellent communication.
Duties and Responsibilities
Grant writing
- Developing and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organisations persuasively communicating the organisation’s mission and programmes to potential funders;
- Assembling and submitting grant requests, including letters, proposals, budgets, and presentations;
- Track and create a calendar of grant opportunities - including deadline dates, required materials,
- Complete and submit grant applications to secure funding
- Researches and identifies potential sources of foundation and corporate grants and governmental funding.
Tender & Bid writing
- Writing tenders based on instruction and detailed information from the Director referring back for editing and final approval, leading to increased success in winning contracts
- Maintaining an awareness of contracts due for tender and taking responsibility for acquiring pre-qualification questionnaires and tender documentation
- Collating the input of disparate contributions to create a coherent and well-structured final tender and ensuring the timely submission of tenders and other proposals
Skills Required
- Qualification in any area that results in superb writing skills, including grammar, clarity and style
- Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly-organised, and have experience using online databases and other sources to locate biographical, financial, and philanthropic information.
- You MUST have at least 3 years experience of writing and delivering successful grants and tenders,
You Could Be The Trustee We Need for our 1897 Thames Sailing Barge and her Future in her Community.
You will play a vital role in making sure that Dawn Sailing Barge Trust Ltd. achieves its
core purpose. Oversee the management and administration of the charity, ensuring that
DSBT has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in-line with our vision. Support
and challenge the executive team to enable DSBT to grow, thrive and achieve our mission.
Personal Skills & Qualities
A proven experience of financial management , fundraising, project management,
strategic planning, and general management would be welcomed.
A working knowledge of management within the CVS/Wellbeing sector would be
particularly beneficial.
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role;
who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Any previous governance
experience is not required - we will provide you with a full induction and training.
A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: accountability, honesty, integrity,
leadership, objectivity, openness and selflessness are desirable personal skills and
qualities.
The Trust - Brief History
The Dawn Sailing Barge Trust was formed in 1996 when her old skipper could not bear the thought of his barge being left to rot where she sat in Hoo alongside others she had traded with for nearly 100 years.
The aim of the Trust was to secure ownership, raise funds, return her to her home port of Maldon, restore and protect.
All of the above was achieved and SB Dawn is good for another 100 years.
Now it’s time for Dawn to get to work and play her part in helping give others a new horizon to aim for.
The Trust - Present
The DAWN Trust believes it has identified how its maritime heritage can now be employed to serve the more isolated coastal communities along the Essex Coast & Rivers.
This would be achieved by providing a dependable, regular and scheduled facility to be exploited as a community hub, for use by agencies specialising in wellbeing, with a particular focus on men’s wellbeing.
The DAWN would berth for up to five days within each participating community, revisiting each port regularly all year round; offering the opportunity for social programmes designed to engage those seeking social interaction and support.
This project has received funding from the Heritage Lottery enabling it to become one step closer to a reality.
The Trust - Present
Sustainable Propulsion
The DAWN TRUST is engaged with a major regional University to design and develop an integrated electric propulsion system that allows the boat to be operated electrically when wind is not available. The DAWN will act as a floating test bench for students to actively engage in developing the operating algorithms required, and components employed. It is anticipated that the developed systems will be marketed commercially through a joint venture. This project will be launched in Q3 2024.
Cargo of Hope
With the experience gained providing a community hub for Essex coastal communities, (through partnering with local CVS providers) , it is proposed to create an intermediary CIC company to engage with other local CVS agencies to provide similar services to other coastal communities in the Thames Estuary. This project will be launched in Q2 2025
Closing Date
2nd April 2024, 10pm
Interview Date
10 th April 2024
Interview Venue
Trinity House, Tower Hill, London EC3N 4DH
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.