Head Of Volunteer Roles in London, Greater London

Been There is a charity in the form of an app that connects adults with a vetted and trained Mentor to support with their mental health relating to body image issues. We are looking for a lovely Safeguarding Lead to take the reigns.

What will you be doing?

As the designated safeguarding lead,you act as the main source of support, advice and expertise for safeguarding at Been There for the beneficiaries. You will be working closely with the Founder & CEO, Head of Operations, Trustees and volunteer Mentors. The role will be remote with the opportunity to meet up too. 

As the designated safeguarding lead, you will: 

• Advise and support the senior team in developing and establishing Been There's approach to safeguarding.
• Play a lead role in maintaining and reviewing Been There's plan for safeguarding.
• Coordinate the distribution of policies, procedures and safeguarding resources throughout the charity.
• Advise on training needs and development, providing training where appropriate.
• Provide safeguarding advice and support to staff and volunteers.
• Manage safeguarding concerns, allegations or incidents reported to your organisation.
• Report on any concerns and keep the board updated
• be involved in training for staff
• Manage referrals to key safeguarding agencies (e.g. social services or police) of any incidents or allegations of abuse and harm.

What are we looking for?

• Level 3 Safeguarding training
• Over 3 years experience as safeguarding lead
• Experience of managing safeguarding in a relevant organisation
• Experience of handling sensitive data
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Experience of providing training, guidance and support to others
• Expert knowledge of legislation and guidance on safeguarding and working with young people, including knowledge of the responsibilities of schools and other agencies
• Ability to work with a range of people with the aim of ensuring the safety and welfare of the adults
• Awareness of local and national agencies that provide support for adults
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ensuring the welfare and safety of the beneficiaries 

What difference will you make?

Keeping the Mentees and Mentors safe is a crucial role. Ensure the policies and procedures are in place and our platform is helping them to feel and be safe. 

QMC School, partnered with Quilombo UK is looking for a volunteer personal assistant to join their national volunteering team working from home. This role offers a great opportunity for the right person looking to gain experience as a personal assistant, developing their office-based and management experience, or simply to ‘give back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility, with specific training provided where necessary to help you develop and grow your skill-set.

16 weeks contract.

What will I be doing?

• Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
• Organising events and conferences
• Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
• Managing databases, Liaising with staff
• Miscellaneous tasks to support the team

Practical Considerations

Essential:

• You will need to have good written skills

• Well organised, pro-active and able to deliver tasks efficiently

• Good time management

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments

• Strong team player

• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed

• Able to volunteer at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)

Desirable:

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

• Proficiency in Microsoft and excel

Requirements

• Will require references

• Own computer or a secure access to one

• Must be UK based and hold UK right to work

The volunteering program with QMC requires a minimum of 21 weeks of commitment. We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Could you spare a few hours each week to help us sell donated items online and raise vital funds for the hospice?

We need volunteers to help us sell donated items online by taking pictures, researching the product online, writing a clear description, and uploading the listing to sites like eBay, Vinted, and DePop. 

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, and you will receive full training and support, as well as agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines).

At Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice, we are dedicated to providing free, high quality, compassionate care and support for people with terminal illnesses, their families and their professional carers.

We provide holistic care that goes beyond physical needs – offering spiritual, social and psychological care, advice and support wherever needed. We also support and educate healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, individualised and co-ordinated care to people with all terminal illnesses.

We receive only around a third of our funding from the NHS. That means we need to fundraise £5m every year from local people, businesses and organisations to continue to fund our services.

This is a hugely exciting opportunity for the right people to be part of a new team, designed to offer guidance to our local communications volunteers.

The Local Communications Support strand is currently a small team of 4 people. We have have huge ambitions to support local teams all the way around the UK to share all the brilliant work being done in communities.

The right support could have a really significant impact on elevating how a group is perceived at a local level – and in turn help with recruitment of adults and young people and in building advocacy.

We’re looking for people who understand the power of strong, clear communication and are passionate about helping local teams with this. You’ll have experience in identifying and communicating a good story and an understanding of the processes that need to be put in place to be able to share them far and wide.

QMC Capoeira is a martial arts school based in London that has been running since 2007 and is the most awarded Capoeira School in the UK.

The school has classes in London, Canada and the Dominican Republic and runs classes 6 days a week for children and adults. The school focuses on self-development and personal improvement and works to make Capoeira accessible to those of all ages, backgrounds and situations, thanks to the support of London Youth and Sport England. QMC is internationally recognised with a significant presence online and on social media, and it is a partner of Quilombo UK.

QMC Capoeira works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies
• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect
• promote good health and well-being; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole

Roles and Responsibilities

The role is responsible for planning/implementing content marketing strategies which increase brand awareness with our core target markets through the effective use of social media channels. This will include developing and implementing content marketing campaigns appropriate to the channel being used, monitoring social media channels to respond appropriately to posts/comments, and identifying issues that require escalation.

Digital and Social Media Assistant Job Duties:

• Research and create marketing and social media campaigns and strategies, including content ideation, and implementation schedules in order to raise brand awareness, secure media coverage, and increase visitor numbers.
• Manage and oversee social media content.
•  Ensures brand consistency in marketing and social media messages by working with various company department members, including advertising, PR and brand management.
•  Provides training and guidance to social media and marketing team members on social media implementation best practices and strategies if necessary.
• Analyses interactions and visits, plus uses this information to create comprehensive reports and improve future marketing strategies and campaigns.
•  Write, schedule and post content on all social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube), own the social media calendar and be a brand guardian for the creative aesthetic of all social channels.
•  Measure the success of every social media campaign
• Reports progress to senior marketing management on marketing communications across all channels.
• Creates and distributes engaging written or graphic content in the form of e-newsletters, web page and blog content, or social media messages
• Stay up to date with the latest social media best practices and technologies
• Communicate with industry professionals and influencers via social media to create a strong network
• Adhere to rules and regulations
•  Undertake any other duties relevant to the role that may be allocated by the Head of Department or member of the Senior Management Team.

Essential

• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and how best to use and develop them.
• Experience in developing social media strategies to support organisational influencing and communications objectives.
• Experience in developing creative user-focused digital content using knowledge of the latest trends and developments.
• In-depth knowledge of developing effective, engaging digital content. Knowledge of key analytics tools
• Excellent knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and other social media best practices
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets etc) and MS Office
• Excellent multi-tasking skills
• Ability to efficiently manage a large workload
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal, presentation and communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of graphic design software such as Canva
• Knowledge and understanding of social media scheduling tools such as Buffer

The volunteering program with QMC requires a minimum of 21 weeks of commitment. We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

WHO WE ARE
We are a Kingston-based social enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion. Encouraging different cultures to unite enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with cultural, social and sports organisation's, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.

We conduct research to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. Our findings are supported by educational opportunities designed to broaden perspectives.

Ready for an adventure? Dive into the heart of Quilombo UK by exploring our website and videos! Discover our mission, values and the impactful work we do to make a difference in our community.

Your journey with purpose begins here

Join us in creating positive change!

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Quilombo UK is looking for a volunteer personal assistant to join their national volunteering team working from home. This role offers a great opportunity for the right person looking to gain experience as a personal assistant, developing their office-based and management experience, or simply to ‘give back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility, with specific training provided where necessary to help you develop and grow your skill-set.

Main Responsibilities:

• Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
• Organising events and conferences
• Managing databases
• Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
• Liaising with staff
• Miscellaneous tasks to support the team

REQUIRED SKILLS

Essential:

• You will need to have good written skills
• Well organised, pro-active and able to deliver tasks efficiently
• Good time management
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed
• Able to volunteer at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)
• Access to own laptop

Desirable:

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate
• Proficiency in Microsoft and excel

Requirements

• Will require references
• Own computer or a secure access to one
• Must be UK based and hold UK right to work

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Job Type: Volunteer

Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Haig Housing to recruit a new Trustee.

This is an exciting time to join the board as we convert our growth ambitions and improvement plans into action across our 1,500 homes throughout the UK. Our Trustees play a pivotal role in supporting the executive team at Haig and ensuring that we operate to the highest standards of charity governance. We are looking for new board members to help us improve the lives of veterans and their families in need, by providing quality, affordable homes.

Job title: Trustee

Job location:  Hybrid; Head Office is in Victoria, London SW1W 9RB

Salary: This is a voluntary position & as such does not pay a salary. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Term of office: Trustees are appointed for a three-year term, with the opportunity for a further six years on re-appointment.

Role responsibilities:

• Contributing to at least four board meetings, a strategy offsite and four sub-committee meetings a year. These are usually held during business hours in Central London or at our home in Morden;

• Develop a good understanding of Haig’s operations and the environment in which we operate. This will include meeting the people we help and the teams that support them;

• Help the board ensure the highest standards of governance and strategic focus;

• Monitor the performance of Haig’s activities in a constructive and inquisitive way;

• Making time, skills, and experience available to Haig and its executive (in and outside of regular board meetings)

Our Trustees:

• Bring a range of diverse professional and real-world experience to the Board;

• Have a strong empathy with the Armed Services community;

• Are articulate communicators with integrity and a strong commitment to Haig and the people we help;

• Are committed to the highest standards of charity governance.

• Previous trustee experience before is not necessary as we will provide new trustees with support and training.

We are particularly looking to enhance the board with skills & experience in the following:

• Charitable fundraising or other income generation skills

If you would like to receive an Information Pack on how to apply, please send a CV in confidence to our consultant Nick Shanks at Harris Hill via the apply button.

For an informal and confidential conversation about either position, please contact Nick at the above address with your contact details, and suitable times to chat.

Please note: responding to this advertisement will not in itself be considered an application. We will need a CV and a supporting statement addressing the full person specification in the information pack.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 14 May 2024

We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Quilombo UK is looking for a Researcher to join their national volunteering team working from home. QuilomboUK is a not for profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated. As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.

By joining QuilomboUK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers,who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.

* All applicants are required to fill out the complete contact details when applying for this position.

Main Responsibilities

• Since its creation, Quilombo UK has collected a great amount of information, evidence and items through projects, fundraisers, events etc.

• We are looking for a volunteer to find published materials related to Quilombo’s key objectives, especially cultural and racial diversity, and stereotypes in UK communities. The materials include all types of evidence, articles, journals, newspaper columns, local and global news stories. 

• The researcher will help to collect information that can be used as an evidence base to help inform future activities, and also in exhibitions, workshops, and community events. 

• We are looking for a self-starter who can source, collect, and share relevant materials independently. You will also be working closely with our volunteers in relevant areas such as Marketing and PR.

• Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.

General tasks 

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

• You will need to have good written skills and be able to explain concepts and projects concisely and accurately; 

• You will be self-starting and willing to research the various projects that we have carried out and catalogue all the evidence collected

• You will need to have good communication and team-working skills as you will be working closely with Marketing & PR and other volunteers

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

• Be computer literate - a good understanding of Microsoft Word is essential and Excel skills are beneficial although support from other volunteers will be provided if necessary

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments 

• Be a strong team player

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.

• Can work without much supervision

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Quilombo UK is looking for a Finance Assistant to join their growing team.

Quilombo UK works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies
• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect
• promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.

The Finance Assistant will be responsible for a range of activities like assisting the Finance Manager in managing and processing various accounts, reconcile financial data and record various financial transactions. There will be some other administrative tasks too.

This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their office based and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.

Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Collect and enter data for financial spreadsheets
• Verify & check the supporting documentation for and seeking approval of staff and other stakeholders for expenses claims.
• Process expense claim transactions once paid.
• Assist in processing & preparing the forms for checking account balances.
• Assist with payment and bank reconciliation tasks.
• Perform routine calculations and produce analysis reports, as and when required
• Review the department budgets on a routine basis.
• Assist in reviewing and auditing financial statements and reports, to check their accuracy.

General tasks

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
• Reconcile any discrepancies or errors identified and report to Finance Manager.
• Adhere to organisations financial policies and procedures.
• Answer any questions or queries if arises
• Suggest any changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency and cost reductions.

Essential

• Numerical competence
• Well organised, proactive and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
• Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.
• Good time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.

Desirable

• Some understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Please Note : This role is work from office and those applicants who are local to the Kingston, UK can only apply.

Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Work Location: In person

Quilombo UK is looking for a Volunteer Graphic Designer to join the team. Quilombo UK is a not for profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated.

As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.

Quilombo UK works in collaboration with QMC Capoeira School, giving you the chance to support QMC Capoeira which is one of the most awarded Capoeira Schools in UK (UK Coaching Awards, Gillette Sports Awards, Kingston Council Sports Awards).

By joining QuilomboUK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers, who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.

Ideal candidates will use their passion to promote Quilombo UK and raise its profile, while attracting new members. They should create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of media.

16 weeks contract.

Main responsibilities:

- Study design briefs and determine requirements
- Schedule projects and define budget constraints
- Conceptualize visuals based on requirements
- Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
- Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand
- Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic
- Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design
- Test graphics across various media
- Amend designs after feedback
- Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand

Essential skills:
- Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite)
- Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks
- Focused, organised and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- A keen eye for aesthetics and details
- Excellent communication skills
- Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus

Desirable:
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate

- A portfolio of illustrations or other graphics / CV

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and committed volunteers.

Great opportunity for graduates looking to gain graphic design experience and develop their skills.

Quilombo will share the intellectual property with designer.

Ideally looking for a candidate who is able to volunteer 12 hours a week.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Quilombo UK is looking for a Volunteer Bid Writer/ Coordinator, who loves to face work challenges; to join their growing team. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an inter-cultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community Organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.

The Volunteer Bid Writer/ Coordinator will play a critical role by assisting the manager to prepare the proposal that helps the organization to further develop and establish.

This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; love to 'give back to their community'. The role is for you if you are looking for flexibility and autonomy. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Apart from writing proposals, you will also be reviewing and editing previously written content wherever necessary.
• Working with other team members to produce bid responses and writings
• Helps in writing funding applications for the varied projects that we run in order to meet our organisational objectives.
• Also helps in presentations and all supporting documentation.

General tasks

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

Essential

• You will need to have good written skills
• Able to write effective, concise and compelling content
• You will be self-starting and willing to research and look for new funding opportunities that match our aims and objectives;
• Ability to work on tight deadlines
• Well organized, proactive and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
• Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.
• Good time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and excel.
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

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Job Type: Volunteer

Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

• Work from home

Experience:

• Technical Writing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Quilombo UK is looking for a Researcher to join their national volunteering team working from home. Quilombo UK is a not-for-profit social enterprise that challenges people to think differently and bridge gaps between communities, with the aim of building a culturally rich society, where differences are accepted and celebrated. As chosen among 160 other organizations to work in collaboration with the Home Office on the “Building a Stronger Britain together” project, you will be joining a team, which not only supports the community but also stands up to extremism in all of its forms.

Responsibilities:

•  Research, collect and concise information, related to quilombo’s key objectives, in particular cultural and racial diversity, and stereotyping in uk communities.
• Use diverse sources of information, such as articles, journals, newspaper columns, local and global news stories, etc.
• Collect information that can be used as an evidence base to help inform future activities, exhibitions, workshops, and community events.
• Provide written reports when required.
• Contribute to staff meetings.

Skills and attributes:

•  Excellent written skills and ability to communicate ideas and concepts
• Ability to work with microsoft word is a must
•  Ability to work with excel is an advantage, although training will be provided if needed
•  Knowledge of the process of research and different alternative methods, techniques and data sources
• Demonstrate awareness of the ethical guidelines appropriate for the conducted research
• Analytical skills and ability to present and interpret information
• Organized, focused and able to prioritize.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Show professionalism at all levels and in all environments.

By joining Quilombo UK you will be supported and guided by experienced staff and volunteers, who are willing to share their skill set and will provide you with great opportunities for development in many different areas.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Please note that access to own laptop is essential

Job Type: Volunteer

Benefits:

• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Many people struggle to enjoy cycling, and some families often find the cost of adapted bikes mean that they cannot share fun times together.

Parkride is a fun and flexible inclusive cycling project using a range of adapted and standard bikes that provides anyone, regardless of age, ability or need, with the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors through cycling.

We require a volunteer van driver to help us deliver our custom-made bikes and trikes to locations such as parks and community centers around the West Midlands.

We’ve got the van; we just need you!

What would I be doing?

· You will be a vital link between us and the families we support, helping us to get the team and bikes to where they’re needed for arranged sessions.

· You’ll be the friendly face of Parkride, interacting with the families and ensuring the bikes are kept safe and secure whilst the team are out riding.

· Working with staff to load/unload the van before and after sessions.

What do I need?

· Minimum age 25

· Experience of driving a large van with a suitable driving licence

· A full and clean driving licence (held for a minimum of 5 years)

· Some lifting will be required and so a basic level of fitness is needed.

· Being approachable and friendly with good communication skills

· Accepting of others who might be different to you and the ability to work as part of a diverse team

· A willingness to learn and work within guidelines set out by Midland Mencap

· Honesty, integrity and trustworthy

· Good time management skills, reliability

· An enhanced DBS check will be required by all successful applicants.

When and where do you need me?

· The van is based at our head office in Woodgate Valley – B32 3BZ.

· We have several parkride sessions running throughout the week including evenings and weekends. Sessions vary from 2-4 hours (plus travel).

· We run sessions throughout the Midlands, including Birmingham (all areas), Dudley, Sandwell, Coventry, and Sutton Coldfield. You can choose which sessions you wish to attend.

· All sessions are weather dependent; however, we only cancel sessions in extreme weather. We would advise having a warm waterproof coat and suitable shoes.

What’s in it for me?

As one of our valued volunteers, Midland Mencap will offer you:

· The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities and their family carers

· Improved physical and mental wellbeing from keeping active

· An induction and settling in period

· Any training and development that is needed

· The chance to develop your skills and gain experience

· The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team

· Support within your role

· Agreed out-of-pocket travel expenses

· Lots of appreciation for your amazing contribution

QuilomboUK is looking for a Bid Writer, who loves to face work challenges; to join their growing team. QuilomboUK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an inter-cultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.

The Bid Writer/ Coordinator will play a critical role by assisting the manager to prepare the proposal that helps the organization to further develop and establish.

This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; love to 'give back to their community'. The role is for you if you are looking for flexibility and autonomy. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set. 

16 weeks contract.

Main Responsibilities

• Apart from writing proposals, you will also be reviewing and editing previously written content wherever necessary.

• Working with other team members to produce bid responses and writings

• Helps in writing funding applications for the varied projects that we run in order to meet our organisational objectives.

• Also helps in presentations and all supporting documentation.·          

General tasks

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

Essential

• You will need to have good written skills

• Able to write effective, concise and compelling content

• You will be self-starting and willing to research and look for new funding opportunities that match our aims and objectives;

• Ability to work on tight deadlines

• Well organized, proactive and able to deliver tasks efficiently.

• Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.

• Good time-management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and excel.

• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments

• Strong team player

• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.

• Accurate and attention to detail

 Can work without much supervision

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.