Lead Support Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Belfast

We're looking for a PR Lead to help us grow our innovative charity fundraising service Givto, which is run entirely by volunteers. Could this be you? 

What will you be doing?

Givto enables people to donate to a different charity each month with one simple Direct Debit. It's a bit like a digital version of the charity token schemes you see in some supermarkets. Each month we present our members with information about three great charities, and they simply choose the one they'd like their money to go to.

We have previously focused on Yorkshire-based charities, but you will be joining us at an exciting time as we’re going national this year. Additionally, as we're not associated with a particular cause, and because our subscription model is new and innovative for the sector, we appeal to a broad audience.

This role is ideal for a PR specialist looking to add a pro-bono good cause to their client list. We’re looking for someone to start ASAP to help with the national re-launch of our brand. You would be a cornerstone in helping to shape and define the PR strategy for Givto going forward.

The role would involve the following:

• Develop the PR strategy for Givto.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and key media outlets, particularly those in the non-profit and fundraising industries.
• Monitor coverage opportunities using your own/free PR tools and software.
• Monitor the fundraising industry to come up with fresh PR stories or identify trends to piggy-back on.
• Write press releases and other material such as speaking points and statements.
• Maintain and update media lists and contact databases.

What are we looking for?

Must have:

• Experience working in a PR role, the ability to build relationships with the media, and a full understanding of how journalists and the media operate.
• A good eye for a story, excellent written English, and the ability to write to media standard and convention.

Nice to have:

• Ability to translate business objectives into a PR strategy whilst working as part of a broader integrated strategy, and an understanding of how PR, content, social and SEO can work together.
• Access to PR tools to manage and monitor PR opportunities (we wouldn't have budget to finance paid tools).
• Experience of working with the non-profit industry.
• Self-motivated, proactive and reliable, using your initiative to make things happen.

What difference will you make?

Givto is unique. The charities who joined us during the pilot have told us it is already making a difference and enabling them to reach people who would never have heard of them otherwise. That's because no matter how big or small a charity is, or what cause they support - they all get a platform with Givto.

Having established a strong brand and platform, we are focusing on marketing and communications this year to grow our user base, and so you will help raise more money for charities across the country.

What's in it for you?

You will be working on a unique and innovative new fundraising service with huge growth potential that will make a real difference to charities across the country and to the way that people engage with and give money to good causes.

You will be working closely with our experienced Marketing Director and our small team of friendly and dedicated volunteers; a supportive team of like-minded individuals keen to help and drive real change.

We are a friendly bunch - we find moments to support each other and moments to have a bit of fun. And you don't have to leave your home!

Humanist Climate Action (HCA) is a volunteer-led network of Humanists UK members and supporters committed to redefining lifestyles and campaigning for policies that promote low-carbon, ethical, and sustainable living in the light of the degeneration of the Earth’s climate and biodiversity. We aim to bring humanists together to facilitate individual and collective action on these issues.

Humanists are guided by reason and science and recognise a moral duty towards the welfare of our fellow beings and the natural world. Humanists seek to engage in dialogue and debate rationally, intelligently, and with evidence, and promote the belief that humans are part of a wider natural world that must be treated sustainably for the sake of current and future generations.

You can read more about Humanist Climate Action on our website.

Social Media Lead key tasks and activities

• Promote Humanist Climate Action across all our social media platforms
• Promote the campaigns and stories relevant to Humanist Climate Action
• Set and manage the tone and content of our social media
• Liaise with the Humanist Climate Action Steering Committee on regular postings to social media
• Other tasks as appropriate to the role

Please read more about the role in the application pack.

If you would like to join the Committee, please email us outlining in no more than 500 words why you think you’re the best person for the role. Please use the subject ‘HCA Steering Committee (Social Media Lead)’ and send to volunteer[at]humanists[dot]uk.

If you have any questions about the post, please feel free to contact me, the Humanist Climate Action Coordinator, by email on lori[dot]Marriott[at]humanists[dot]uk – I will be very happy to talk more about the role with you.

Overview: Path to Prosper is seeking a detail-oriented, organised and self-motivated individual to join our team as a volunteer Fundraising Lead. This individual will be responsible for managing the organisation's fundraising and grant activities, through managing our Trust and Funds process and seeking new avenues for funding

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to support the organisation's mission and programs
• Research and identify potential funding sources, including grant opportunities and corporate partnerships
• Prepare and submit grant proposals and reports in accordance with funder requirements
• Develop and maintain relationships with donors and funders
• Ensure compliance with grant reporting and regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with our team in Uganda to identify funding needs and opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as non-profit management, fundraising, or a related field
• Strong grant writing and fundraising skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with fundraising software and systems
• Commitment to the mission and values of Path to Prosper
• Previous experience in nonprofit fundraising or grant writing, particularly in an international setting, is preferred but not required

Time Commitment: The volunteer will be expected to commit approximately 5-6 hours per month, with some flexibility in scheduling around your personal commitments. This will include a 30-60 minute Ops team meeting a month, and a in person trustee meeting in London every quarter.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit fundraising and grant writing
• Chance to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable young adults in Uganda
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the volunteer assignment

It is an exciting time to be involved in Scouting, as we develop and progress our Skills for Life strategy, in order to prepare better futures and deliver skills for life to young people who want to access Scouting. 

The County Lead Volunteer (County Commissioner) role is an important UK Headquarters appointment within the England Team, responsible for providing inspirational and effective leadership for one of the 60 English Counties.  As County Lead Volunteer (County Commissioner) you will take the lead for implementing our 2018-25 strategy with your team of 18 District Commissioners and ensuring they feel motivated and supported to lead the Scout Groups in their Districts to success.

As a County Lead Volunteer you will be able to really develop and hone your leadership skills by managing teams of remote volunteers across the breadth of Hertfordshire. Leading and managing volunteers provides so much more opportunity and experiences than with employees, what you can gain by doing this really well can be a great asset for your professional life as well as in Scouts. The issues and challenges that you find ways to tackle will stretch you as an individual and as a leader and you’ll find yourself discovering new things that you are capable of achieving.

If you get a kick out of seeing things happen, achieving success and making a positive impact to a wide audience then the County Lead Volunteer role definitely provides all of that. In this role you will get to see the difference that Scouts makes to so many young people’s lives across a large area, helping them developing skills for life, fostering friendships and providing so many incredible and unforgettable experiences.

You will be accountable for our IT systems and will provide support to our volunteers when it comes to IT and digital technology.  

Students4Students is a member led educational charity that has been operating for seven years.

As with any modern organisation, our success is tied to our ability to make efficient use of IT and digital technologies. IT underpins our recruitment processes, how we monitor and evaluate our services, and how we keep track of our finances.

We  therefore spend a large amount of volunteer time on IT issues and digital support for our primarily student volunteers. Our volunteers are spread across the country and so having a strong online system and an effective way to solve any IT queries is essential. 

We are looking for somebody to help us with our IT and online running of the organisation. Particularly we are looking for somebody who can effectively solve any digital issues, as well as helping us to develop our use of IT to make our volunteering as effective, stream-lined and secure as it can be.

Responsibilities and duties 

The post-holder will be responsible for: 

• Responding to volunteer queries and problems around their Microsoft accounts and use of other online accounts and systems 

• Overseeing our internal IT and aiding in developing how we can use IT and digital technologies  in the most effective way 

Key requirements 

i. Experience with IT system administration and navigating IT  

ii. A very strong understanding of how to administer Outlook, Teams, SharePoint and other essential Microsoft 365 applications. 

iii. Excellent communication skills 

Optional requirements 

i. Experience working in a non-profit setting 

ii. Experience working in an educational setting 

iii. An understanding of how to effectively structure a cloud based data warehouse 

Description: You could make a real difference to the lives of patients and doctors struggling with a rare disease. That's what we do at Mast Cell Action - a charity dedicated to supporting the Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) patient community and improving the evidence base for the disease.

We work hand-in-hand with doctors and patients to develop materials that truly make a difference. And with the help of our medical advisory panel, we're constantly improving our activities to better serve our community.

But we're not done yet. We're looking for someone with a genuine interest in this area, with medical, health, NHS, and research experience to join our team. You'll be responsible for developing and executing our strategy to engage with the medical community, research organisations, NHS policymakers, and our community as a whole.

You'll lead multiple projects, collaborating with doctors to better understand and define our community, as well as initiating and executing new projects. And with your expertise, you'll ensure that all our communications are evidence-based and informative.

So, if you're passionate about making a real difference, come and join us at Mast Cell Action. Together, we can create a brighter future for patients and doctors alike.

You will lead a team of passionate volunteers and interns, working closely with our Operations Director to drive our mission forward. One of your key responsibilities will be to nurture and grow our Medical Advisory Panel, working hand-in-hand with supportive doctors and medical institutions. You'll be the face of the charity, representing us in all our interactions with these key stakeholders.

You’ll report directly to our trustee board, ensuring that all of our activities are aligned with our overall strategy and goals.

We're looking for a dynamic individual who can inspire and motivate their team to achieve great things. If you're passionate about healthcare and have experience working with medical institutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you. So why not join us at Mast Cell Action and help us make a real difference in the lives of patients and doctors?

What impact will they have?

At Mast Cell Action, we know that communicating, engaging, and educating the medical community and policy makers is crucial if we want to improve support for MCAS patients. And that's where you come in.

As our communications expert, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing patient care over time. You'll work closely with doctors, medical institutions, and policy makers to raise awareness of MCAS and advocate for better support for patients.

By effectively communicating the importance of MCAS and engaging with key stakeholders, you'll help improve patient outcomes and quality of life in the long run.

If you're passionate about making a real difference and have experience in healthcare communications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

About the volunteer

What skills should they have

We are looking for a volunteer who has experience in the NHS and medical/research environment. If you're someone who can assess a situation and develop a clear strategy to achieve the desired outcome, we want to hear from you.

As our ideal candidate, you're an effective communicator who can engage with doctors and produce written and visual materials that really make an impact. You're also a team player who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Managing projects and team members is second nature to you, and you're able to keep everyone on track and motivated. And with your awareness of the political and economic landscape in the area of complex diseases, you can navigate through any obstacles that come your way.

If you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of patients with complex diseases and have the experience we're looking for, we want you on our team at Mast Cell Action.

Skills

Medical related background

Medical writing skills

Project management

Team management

Analytical and conversant with research methodologies

Bath Welcomes Refugees (BWR) is seeking a Volunteer Communications Lead to become part of our Management Committee.  The holder of the role will develop and also implement a communications strategy, coordinating our communications with members and supporters, our donors (current and potential), wider stakeholders and the general public. 

Who we are

BWR harnesses the goodwill of the community in welcoming and supporting refugees and asylum seekers to thrive in their new community.  BWR is a small inclusive charity. Volunteer-led and non-partisan, we help refugee families out of desperate circumstances and into a promising future. Our volunteers assist with English-language teaching, DIY, fundraising, gardening, employability needs and more. We also have the hands-on support of befrienders, assistants at social events and helpers at our weekly crèche and at social events.

Expectations for this volunteer role

• Development of a communications strategy and its implementation in line with our wider policies

• Coordinating appropriate responses to any media enquiries, including monitoring and managing our media@  email address

• Engaging proactively with relevant media to help publicise our activities, needs and events by:

  • Writing occasional press releases

  • Creating content and posting on our social media channels

  • Updating our website periodically 

• Coordinating the production of a regular membership newsletter.

• Monitoring and moderating content on our social media channels, taking steps to ensure it’s in line with our values and ethos 

• Assisting in the development of written copy and visuals so that they support our aims, and are in line with our values and responsibilities 

• Supporting our fundraising team by assisting it to develop and implement effective communication plans 

• Monitoring national and international media for relevant issues that BWR should be aware of and may wish to take action to support

• Attending monthly meetings of the Management Committee and contributing to the overall management of the charity

Your skills and experience

Ideally you will have a background in communications in a commercial, public sector or charity setting or you may have a background as a journalist.

Excellent written communication skills are needed and previous hands-on experience of managing social media feeds would be preferable.   Skills in the development of visuals for use both online and in hard copy would also be welcomed. 

As a regionally based charity, local media contacts would also be very valuable to us.

You will need to undertake a DBS check.

Time commitment

The time may vary from week to week but we would expect that most weeks it  would be around 7 hours spread across the week to make sure we are monitoring media enquiries and updating social feeds in a timely way. 

As a member of the management committee you would also be expected to attend committee meetings (one evening per month) and attend occasional meetings with the Trustees (also held in the evening or on a Saturday).

We would provide back-up support for times when you are not available to volunteer, for instance due to holidays.

Ref: V219 | Support Group Volunteer | Bangor, Northern Ireland

We’re looking for Support Group Volunteers over the age of 18 years old, based at Ards and North Down Stroke Support Group, Green Road Community Centre, 30 Breezemount Road, Conlig, Bangor, Northern Ireland, BT23 7TX.

You’ll be volunteering every Wednesday 11am to 1pm.

As a support group volunteer, you will help with the running of the group. The role is designed to suit the needs of the group and the skills of people offering support. If you enjoy getting to know your community, working with others and making a real difference then this is the role for you.

The volunteer will be:

• A people person, with good listening skills.
• A great communicator who enjoys meeting new people.
• Good at putting people at ease.
• Reliable and organised.
• Passionate about supporting people affected by stroke. 
• IT literate, have good administrative and record keeping skills and be able to follow relevant policies.

An Access NI check is required for this role.

Interested in this role?

Find out more by downloading the role description for the Support Group Volunteer role.

If you are interested in this role, please complete our application form on our website.

About Us

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

Marie Curie Helper is a professional service provided by trained volunteers who offer one-to-one companionship and support to people with a terminal illness and their families. 

To enable us to reach more people who would benefit from our support we need help to;

• Raise awareness and knowledge of the Helper service
• Ensure that people who are referred to the Helper service are appropriately assessed
• Increase our number of trained Helper volunteers and ensure they are well supported in their role.
• Demonstrate Marie Curie values; always compassionate, making things happen, leading in our field, people at our heart
• Support volunteers in training, offering 1:1 support and facilitating peer support groups 
• Organise social events and engagement activities for volunteers 
• Provide cover for Helper volunteers, offering companionship and emotional support, practical support and short breaks for carers

With support from their Volunteer Coordinator a Lead Volunteer will play an important part in supporting the Helper service to reach more people within their own local community.

Your role will mainly be based in your local community and may include some of, but is not restricted to, the following typical tasks:

• Assess terminally ill people and/or their carers either in their own home, nursing or residential care to identify their needs and determine if the Marie Curie Helper service would be appropriate for them. 
• Provide cover for Helper volunteers, offering companionship and emotional support, practical support and short breaks for carers.  You may be supporting your client’s family or carers before or during bereavement.  This may involve offering emotional support, signposting to relevant local support services or finding out information as requested
• Driving clients to pre-arranged health or social care (eg to chemotherapy appointments or day therapy at the hospice)
• Follow all mandatory procedures that form part of the Helper service. 
• Provide cover as a lone worker Buddy to support Helper volunteers, as needed
• Keeping up to date with Helper service guidance and best practice 
• Liaising with existing and potential referrers to the Helper service
• Liaising with clients and their families via telephone
• Promoting the Helper volunteer role including (with training/approval) media activity 
• Helping with the recruitment of new volunteers, including interviews and selection 
• Keeping accurate records
• Liaising regularly with the Volunteer Coordinator and other team members
• Reporting concerns and celebrating compliments and successes 
• Assisting with evaluations and development of the Helper service
• Help with other related tasks when necessary 

ABOUT US

Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and  6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. 

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Nurse Lifeline is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation  which aims to launch a peer-led listening service to support the mental and emotional health  and wellbeing of nurses, midwives, healthcare assistants and the friends and family of such staff. 

Our vision is to provide a space for all nurses, midwives, health care support workers and the friends and family of such staff to decompress and chat with a peer via a confidential listening service, with your support.  We launched a new email based service which allows service users to be able to offload by emailing in instead of speaking on the phone if they prefer.  Nurse Lifeline aims to foster a positive community, provide encouragement, and empower those within the nursing and midwifery workforce. We believe it’s time to get talking about mental and emotional health.

You will be accountable for overseeing how we support our tutors across the organisation. You will be responsible for our team of Tutor Liaison Officer, who run our tutor support activities in our branches. 

Students4Students (S4S) is a national charity which is split across 3 branches, with c.100 volunteers. Over 90% of our volunteers work in schools through our Tutoring Programme. We aim to provide them with 1st class training and support throughout their time volunteering with S4S.

The majority of the support our volunteer tutors receive is via their branch Tutor Liaison Officer who coordinates training and support sessions throughout the year. After two years of retrenchment, S4S is now looking to expand once again. We are therefore looking for someone to lead our efforts to support our tutors, make continuous improvements and manage our team of TLOs in our branches.

Responsibilities and duties

The post-holder will be responsible for:

• Owning and managing the processes for how S4S supports our tutors and the activities that underpin these.

• Designing and executing a strategy for how S4S can ensure we keep our tutor retention numbers high.

• Manage the team of branch TLOs, including providing training, coaching and support for them.

Time commitment

• Throughout the year – We expect the post holder to commit to an average of 1-2 hours per week

Key requirements

i. Experience managing volunteers

Optional requirements

i. Experience working in a non-profit setting

ii. Experience working in an educational setting

iii. Experience working with student volunteers (Preferred but not essential)

We are looking for experienced professionals with experience of working with teenagers/ young adults/ unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

Following a rise in referrals for asylum seeking children, teenagers and young adults, we are looking for volunteers to help us support young refugees and fulfil their unmet needs. 

We need volunteers who have relevant experience to help us get to know these children, to spend time with them either one on one or via group outings/ youth clubs. Or volunteers will help these young people to learn English, provide advocacy e.g. accessing services, escorting to appointments and provide emotional support. They will work with our lead Refugee and Migrant Support Practitioner to ensure these young people are able to access their rights and entitlements. 

Essential experience:

- work supporting young/ teenage people or refugees 

- one to one casework or group work with young/teenagers refugees

- provision of emotional support to vulnerable young people

- commitment to helping asylum seeking children access their rights and entitlements and access justice

Desirable experience:

- social work experience supporting unaccompanied asylum seeking children

- ESOL provision

- other languages e.g. Arabic, Tigrinya

Availability for the roles will vary but could include evenings and weekends. 

Training and supervision will be provided by our Refugee and Migrant Practitioner who has expertise in this area. 

Enhanced DBS checks and two references will be required. 

Volunteer Role Description

Role Titles: Volunteer Mobile Support Unit Receptionist  &

Volunteer Mobile Support Unit Officer

Department: Support Services

Reporting to: Logistics Manager

Location: Nantgarw / Ystrad Mynach / Bangor / Llandudno / Rhyl / Wrexham / Port Talbot / Bridgend / Carmarthen / Aberystwyth / Haverfordwest

Why am I needed?

Our Mobile Support Units bring cancer treatment into the community & closer to home. We’re looking for volunteers to provide support on the reception desk of our specialist Mobile Clinic (the first in the world of its kind!), so that we can continue to support NHS patients & their loved ones.

What will I be doing?

Welcoming patients & their families on board the Mobile Support Unit

Undertaking basic admin skills including taking patients’ details

Offering refreshments to all visitors

Basic Logistics work

Speaking with visitors about all of our services

Liaising with the nurses on board the Mobile Support Unit to help provide an excellent service for those receiving treatment.

What skills do I need?

Excellent communication skills and experience of dealing with people face to face

A friendly and enthusiastic approach, with great customer service skills

Efficient with good attention to detail

Sensitivity

Commitment

Health care or transport experience would be beneficial

Welsh speaking skills are desirable but not essential.

How much time do I need to commit?

Usually between the hours of 0730-1600

What support will I be given?

You’ll receive an induction to the charity and the Mobile Unit team will support you as you begin your role. There’ll always be another member of the Mobile Unit team to support you when you’re volunteering with us.

There may also be the opportunity for further training such as Supportive Skills and Welfare Benefits. You'll also have access to our eLearning training system.

What benefits can I expect?

The chance to gain experience of supporting Wales’ leading cancer charity in a unique environment

The opportunity to develop a range of skills & apply for all internal vacancies

The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a vital difference to people’s lives through our unique work.

Where will I be based?

Your local Tenovus Mobile Unit location

Are you an accountant or finance professional seeking the opportunity to use your professional and leadership skills in a NED (non-executive Director) role?

The Romantic Novelists’ Association, a voluntary, non-profit organisation is seeking a Treasurer.

As a volunteer board member, you will work with the other directors and with RNA volunteers to help shape, support, and lead the organisation – the UK professional body for writers of romantic fiction.

If you are seeking to enhance your CV in a UK-wide role, supporting a not-for-profit Arts organisation, this may be the role for you.

Romantic fiction is central to the publishing industry in the UK and around the world.

The RNA was founded in 1960 to promote romantic fiction and support authors. We continue to celebrate the excellence and diversity of the genre and provide a supportive professional network for writers of romantic fiction. With around 1000 members – primarily writers of romantic fiction, but also editors, publishers, and agents, the Romantic Novelists’ Association is the premier organisation for romance writers in Britain, Ireland, and beyond.

Please note that this role is unpaid. Occasional travel to Board Meetings in London, UK may be required (travel and accommodation expenses will be paid).

What’s in it for you?

You’ll gain

● The opportunity to demonstrate, develop, and strengthen your skills as the RNA’s honorary Treasurer, guiding the RNA through the development and implementation of its new strategy, ensuring good financial governance, supported by the volunteer finance officer and the RNA’s auditor.

● The benefit of knowing you are making a difference in a volunteer-based organisation in the Arts.

● Improved knowledge and understanding of the Arts sector, and of the publishing industry in particular.

● Enhanced leadership opportunities as the key Director advising the board on financial matters.

You are:

● A qualified management or chartered accountant or finance professional.

● Skilled in creating budgets and variance reports.

● Able to advise the board on financial decision-making and best practice in financial governance.

● Have a good level of understanding of strategic development aligned with the ability and experience to contribute to  developing our strategy, policies and procedures.

Desirable:

● Previous board experience

● VAT experience

To apply:

Send your CV with a covering letter highlighting why you are interested in the role by Friday 15 December by 5.00 pm (UK time).