Mentor volunteer roles in barnet, greater london

Are you a visionary leader who believes in the power of community and kindness?

SUNSHINE is seeking a Charity Manager/Leader to help shape our journey from seedling to bloom. You’ll guide our small but mighty team, set the tone for our values, and help us grow with integrity and heart.

You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:

• Enjoy leading with empathy and purpose.

• Want to co-create a charity that uplifts isolated people.

• Thrive on strategy, storytelling, and sparking change.

• Enjoy chatting with people and building relationships.

• Are organised and love making people feel seen.

• Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.

• Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.

• Are ready to learn and grow with us.

• Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.

• Like working flexibly and creatively.

• Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.

• Want to give back to society, the community.

We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives

We’re looking for a Treasurer to help us keep our pennies in order and our plans sustainable. You’ll lead on our budgeting, track spending, and make sure we meet charity finance standards—with support from the team.

You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:

• Have experience in financial manage,ent and controls or accounting.

• Enjoy spreadsheets and making sense of numbers.

• Want to help a small charity thrive.

• Like being trusted with important responsibilities.

• Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.

• Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.

• Are ready to learn and grow with us.

• Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.

• Like working flexibly and creatively.

• Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.

• Want to give back to society, the community.

We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives

Legal & Compliance Advisor – Safeguard the Movement at MINDSET Charity

Are you ready to use your legal expertise to protect and empower a new wave of change in men’s mental health?

MINDSET is a bold new charity with a clear mission: to empower men to speak up, grow, and thrive. We will be offering peer-led support, practical self-improvement workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and growth.

But every movement needs a strong foundation—and that’s where you come in.

Why MINDSET Matters

• Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.

• 1 in 8 men experience mental health problems—but many never seek help.

• Outdated stereotypes still tell men to “man up” and stay silent.

We’re here to change that—with action, empathy, and tools for real growth.

Your Role: Legal & Compliance Advisor (Volunteer)

As our Legal & Compliance Advisor, you’ll be the guardian of MINDSET’s integrity and accountability. You’ll help us navigate the legal landscape of charity registration, safeguarding, and data protection—ensuring our work is safe, ethical, and built to last.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide the charity through legal registration and governance setup.

• Advise on safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Ensure GDPR compliance and ethical data handling.

• Support risk management and regulatory best practices.

• Provide legal insight on contracts, partnerships, and fundraising.

Who We’re Looking For

• Legal professional or experienced compliance advisor.

• Knowledge of UK charity law, safeguarding, and GDPR.

• Passionate about mental health and social impact.

• Detail-oriented, ethical, and proactive.

• Able to commit approx. 3–6 hours/month (flexible).

Why Volunteer with MINDSET?

• Help build a charity that challenges stigma and empowers men.

• Use your expertise to create lasting, meaningful change.

• Collaborate with a passionate team of changemakers.

• Be part of a movement that blends courage, care, and compliance.

Apply Now

Send your CV and a short cover letter.

Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm

Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—with integrity at its core.

Protect the mission. Empower the movement.

As our Secretary on the Board of Trustees, you’ll help keep SUNSHINE’s Trustee meetings and records running smoothly. From scheduling trustee meetings to writing and keeping clear updated records and meeting minutes, you’ll be the calm behind the scenes that helps everything shine.

You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:

• Are detail-oriented and love a good checklist.

• Want to support a cause in a quiet but powerful way.

• Enjoy being the glue that holds things together.

• Enjoy leading with empathy and purpose.

• Want to co-create a charity that uplifts isolated people.

• Thrive on strategy, storytelling, and sparking change.

• Enjoy chatting with people and building relationships.

• Are organised and love making people feel seen.

• Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.

• Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.

• Are ready to learn and grow with us.

• Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.

• Like working flexibly and creatively.

• Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.

• Want to give back to society, the community.

We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives

SUNSHINE runs on people power—and we need someone who can help us nurture it.

As our Volunteer Coordinator you will be our people person, you’ll welcome new volunteers, help them find their perfect role, and make sure everyone feels valued and supported. You will train them and ensure they feel part of the SUNSHINE Team, Family and Community.

You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:

• Enjoy chatting with people and building relationships.

• Want to help others find meaning through volunteering.

• Are organised and love making people feel seen.

• Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.

• Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.

• Are ready to learn and grow with us.

• Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.

• Like working flexibly and creatively.

• Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.

• Want to give back to society, the community.

We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives

Our Trustees are our 'Guiding Lights' and are the heart of SUNSHINE’s governance.

As a trustee, you’ll help steer our direction, ensure we stay true to our values, and support our growth with wisdom and care. As a start-up you will get hands on to ensure we have the funding, resources and everything we need to run an amazing much needed charity.

No prior trustee experience needed—just a commitment to community and learning.

You’ll love this role at SUNSHINE if you:

• Want to help shape a new start-up charity from the ground up.

• Believe in ethical leadership and grassroots change.

• Are ready to learn and grow with us.

• Want to use your experience and/or skills to make a real impact.

• Like working flexibly and creatively.

• Looking for a passionate and dedicated cause that makes a huge impact in peoples lives.

• Want to give back to society, the community.

We're SUNSHINE a brand-new UK loneliness and social isolation charity in London dedicated to combating loneliness and social isolation through community based initatives that foster connections, enhance wellbeing and help transform lives. We aim to bring people together, spreading joy and community spirit, while raising confidence and self esteem so that together we can breakdown the barriers that cause loneliness and social isolation.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be The SUNSHINE In Peoples Lives

TRUSTEES WANTED – Help Lead MINDSET Charity Forward

Are you ready to help shape a movement that could save lives? Do you believe men deserve safe spaces to speak, grow, and thrive?

MINDSET is a bold new UK charity supporting men’s mental health and personal development. We offer peer-led support, practical workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and growth. But to build a strong foundation, we need visionary Trustees to guide us.

Why MINDSET Matters

• Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.

• 1 in 8 men experience mental health challenges—but many never seek help.

• Stigma, isolation, and outdated ideas of masculinity still hold men back.

• MINDSET is here to change that—with action, empathy, and tools for real growth.

Your Role: Trustee (Volunteer)

As a Trustee, you’ll help steer MINDSET’s strategy, governance, and impact. You’ll work closely with our Founder and General Manager to ensure we stay true to our mission and grow sustainably.

We’re especially seeking Trustees with experience in:

• Fundraising & Income Generation

• Mental Health & Wellbeing Services

• Charity Governance & Compliance

• Service Development & Programme Design

• Finance & Budgeting (Treasurer role)

• Administration & Record Keeping (Secretary role)

Who We’re Looking For

• Passionate about men’s mental health and personal growth.

• Strategic thinkers with relevant experience.

• Committed to good governance and ethical leadership.

• Able to attend quarterly board meetings (online).

• Willing to contribute approx. 4–6 hours/month.

Lived experience of mental health challenges or supporting others is warmly welcomed.

Why Join Us?

• Shape a new charity from the ground up.

• Make a real impact on men’s lives across the UK.

• Use your expertise for good in a meaningful leadership role.

• Be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team.

Apply Now

Send a short expression of interest and your CV.

Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 12pm

Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—for every man who needs it.

Lead the change. Be the difference.

MINDSET Charity

We are seeking an experienced Events & Community Fundraising Officer (Volunteer) to join our Fundraising team on an unpaid, volunteer basis. This will be remote support, unpaid volunteering on average 8 hours or 1 day per week to drive funding for our International WASH projects.

EQUAL AQUA is an award-winning NGO providing equal access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in Uganda. Equal Aqua is managed by an international team of 30+ volunteers, based mainly in the UK and Uganda, but spanning over 10 countries.We are looking to expand and diversify our team of volunteers – seeking candidates with knowledge and skills in various fields, and a deep passion for our cause. 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Join our team as a Volunteer Events & Community Fundraising Officer, working alongside the Fundraising Manager to develop and expand our community engagement and events portfolio. Play a pivotal role in creating innovative fundraising products, fostering relationships within our local communities, and supporting key fundraising initiatives to drive income growth and supporter engagement. 

ROLE & RESPONSBILITIES  

• Collaborate with the Fundraising Manager to design and implement community and events strategies, including the development of new fundraising products and campaigns. 

• Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with local schools, community groups, corporate partners, and individual fundraisers to generate new income streams. 

• Develop engaging supporter journeys to inspire memorable experiences, encourage repeat contributions, and deepen supporter loyalty. 

• Support the team in planning and delivering special events, including the annual fundraiser concert, Water Wheel, and other high-profile fundraising activities. 

• Secure new corporate partnerships through sponsorships, Charity of the Year and other award programs, and collaborative fundraising initiatives. 

• Lead and coordinate supporter-led fundraising activities, fostering volunteer involvement and building a vibrant, diverse supporter community aligned with our mission. 

• Assist with planning, promotion, and execution of both EA-organized and third-party fundraising events. 

KEY REQUIREMENTS 

ESSENTIAL 

Experience: 

• Demonstrated success in achieving or surpassing fundraising or sales targets within the charity, nonprofit, or commercial sectors. 

• Proven experience working in supporter-focused environments. 

• Solid project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously. 

• Experience working within high-performing teams, including remote working arrangements. 

Skills: 

• Excellent networking and relationship management capabilities. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation abilities. 

• Proficiency in IT tools such as Windows, MS Office, and fundraising databases, particularly Raiser’s Edge (or similar). 

• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills. 

Knowledge: 

• Good understanding of the charity sector, including its challenges and opportunities. 

• Knowledge of regional and corporate fundraising practices. 

• Familiarity with sector legislation and best practices related to fundraising, data protection, health and safety, etc. 

• Deep understanding of EA’s vision, mission, and achievements. 

DESIRABLE: 

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel as needed. 

• Previous experience within the voluntary or charity sector is advantageous. 

COMPETENCIES 

• Proven ability to motivate and influence supporters to meet and exceed fundraising targets. 

• Confident in asking supporters for donations and ongoing support. 

• Skilled in creating compelling, engaging fundraising products. 

• Ability to match supporters' interests with suitable fundraising opportunities to maximize income. 

• Strong organizational skills to effectively allocate time and resources for maximum impact. 

• Recognizes and celebrates supporters' contributions to foster ongoing engagement. 

BENEFITS 

• At EAU all volunteers work remotely & flexibly, enabling you to balance work, holiday & personal commitments anywhere in the world.

• Join a diverse international community & gain a sense of fulfilment by contributing directly to impactful programmes that EAU delivers.

• Increase your opportunities for personal growth through exposure to new skills, experiences & perspectives that working for an NGO can bring.

• We also offer opportunities for networking, internships, mentoring & training to support you in your role.

Our Vision: To become a leading organisation in Uganda in addressing inequalities in WASH, and interrelated issues of gender and sustainability 

Our Mission: We will achieve this by working with partners and local communities to develop the required WASH skills, knowledge and practical interventions

Objectives: 

• To improve access to safe and sustainable WASH for those facing the greatest inequalities in Uganda 

• To strengthen the participation of local communities in WASH, in particular women and girls, and displaced peoples 

• To take action to protect the natural environment, reduce pollution and tackle climate change 

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: 

• 32,866 people with improved access to safe water 

• 11,044 people with improved sanitation 

• 11,755 people with improved WASH knowledge and skills 

• 3,877 people with improved menstrual hygiene knowledge 

• British High Commission award winner 

VALUES:

At Equal Aqua we champion bottom-up grassroots development. To make this possible, we have created a proactive and friendly environment, which strives to create practical and lasting solutions to WASH-related issues. Each member of Equal Aqua is passionate about WASH inequalities, and our values are a central basis for inspiration and the culture of the organisation. 

Why volunteer for EAU? 

By volunteering for EAU you will directly contribute to making tangible and positive changes to people’s lives in Uganda. Your efforts will help us to grow and empower our team of international volunteers, enabling us to reach more communities and transform more lives. You will also get to meet & collaborate with a great team of volunteers from all over the world.  If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for. 

*Please note that all members of Equal Aqua work remotely and on a voluntary basis. We ask that volunteers contribute on average 1 day per week and commit to the role for 12 months as a minimum. 

Interviews will take place via MS Teams where you will meet an informal panel of volunteers.  

Data Protection and Privacy: 

As a non-profit organization, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of all applicants' personal information. We process your personal data in line with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where relevant. 

Any information you share with us during the recruitment process will be used solely for assessing your suitability for the position and will be handled confidentially. Your data will be stored securely, accessed only by authorized staff, and retained only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes. 

You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time. By applying, you consent to the processing of your information in accordance with these principles. 

DEI statement: 

EAU is committed to offering equal opportunities and treatment to all its volunteers. We see diversity as a strength and anyone seeking volunteering at Equal Aqua is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We don’t regard colour, religion, ethnicity, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status.

We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements.

‘Equal Aqua’ is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in the UK; it operates equally and in unison with ‘Equal Aqua Uganda’, a registered Community Based Organisation (CBO) in Uganda (‘EAU’ refers to both). 

We are seeking a remote, creative & proactive Content Creator to join our Communications team on an unpaid, volunteer basis, providing 8 or more hours per week support on average to our International WASH programmes. . 

EQUAL AQUA is an award-winning NGO providing equal access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in Uganda. Equal Aqua is managed by an international team of 30+ volunteers, based mainly in the UK and Uganda, but spanning over 10 countries.We are looking to expand and diversify our team of volunteers – seeking candidates with knowledge and skills in various fields, and a deep passion for our cause. 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Join us as part of our Communications team to help deliver powerful content for our internal & external communications strategy. You will be working alongside the Communications Manager & Communications Officer to develop our digital content & increase our presence on social media platforms.  Provide creative support for enhancing donor prospects, generating demand & increasing engagement through compelling narratives to support EAU projects & fundraising initiatives. 

ROLE & RESPONSBILITIES 

• Write engaging, accessible copy for social media posts, blogs, and newsletter updates. 

• Develop storytelling materials, such as case studies and fundraising spotlights, aligned with EAU’s brand voice. 

• Ensure alignment with the EA communications calendar and major WASH/sector events. 

• Design on-brand visuals for social media posts, including carousels, infographics, and WASH project graphics. 

• Assist with basic video editing and formatting of short clips for social media and the website. 

• Work within established brand and content guidelines to ensure consistency. 

• Work to project briefs and meet agreed timelines; maintain clear communication with other volunteers. 

• Understand how data and analytics informs content performance. 

KEY REQUIREMENTS  

ESSENTIAL: 

Experience: 

• Proven ability in creation of high-quality social media content and graphics. 

• Skilled at video editing (e.g. Canva, or Adobe Premiere Pro). 

• Strong copywriting, research and storytelling skills (long-from and short-form). 

• General understanding of social media best practices. 

• An eye for visual consistency and experience working with brand guidelines/briefs. 

• A proactive, collaborative, flexible, and self-directed approach to volunteering 

Skills: 

• Familiarity with tools such as Monday, Google Analytics, Notion, or Mailchimp. 

• Knowledge of tools like Monday/Buffer to track tasks and maintain project visibility. 

DESIRABLE: 

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel as needed. 

• Previous experience within the voluntary or charity sector is advantageous. 

• Experience working with virtual teams. 

COMPETENCIES  

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects. 

• Excellent time management and organizational skills. 

• Creative thinker who can develop innovative solutions.

• Detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy and quality. 

• Strong technical and data awareness. 

BENEFITS 

• At EAU all volunteers work remotely & flexibly, enabling you to balance work, holiday & personal commitments anywhere in the world.

• Join a diverse international community & gain a sense of fulfilment by contributing directly to impactful programmes that EAU delivers.

• Increase your opportunities for personal growth through exposure to new skills, experiences & perspectives that working for an NGO can bring.

• We also offer opportunities for networking, internships, mentoring & training to support you in your role.

Our Vision: To become a leading organisation in Uganda in addressing inequalities in WASH, and interrelated issues of gender and sustainability 

Our Mission: We will achieve this by working with partners and local communities to develop the required WASH skills, knowledge and practical interventions

Objectives: 

• To improve access to safe and sustainable WASH for those facing the greatest inequalities in Uganda 

• To strengthen the participation of local communities in WASH, in particular women and girls, and displaced peoples 

• To take action to protect the natural environment, reduce pollution and tackle climate change 

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: 

• 32,866 people with improved access to safe water 

• 11,044 people with improved sanitation 

• 11,755 people with improved WASH knowledge and skills 

• 3,877 people with improved menstrual hygiene knowledge 

• British High Commission award winner 

VALUES:

At Equal Aqua we champion bottom-up grassroots development. To make this possible, we have created a proactive and friendly environment, which strives to create practical and lasting solutions to WASH-related issues. Each member of Equal Aqua is passionate about WASH inequalities, and our values are a central basis for inspiration and the culture of the organisation. 

Why volunteer for EAU? 

By volunteering for EAU you will directly contribute to making tangible and positive changes to people’s lives in Uganda. Your efforts will help us to grow and empower our team of international volunteers, enabling us to reach more communities and transform more lives. You will also get to meet & collaborate with a great team of volunteers from all over the world.  If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for.

Please note that all members of Equal Aqua work remotely and on a voluntary basis. We ask that volunteers contribute on average 1 day per week and commit to the role for 12 months as a minimum. 

Interviews will take place via MS Teams where you will meet an informal panel of volunteers.  

Data Protection and Privacy: 

As a non-profit organization, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of all applicants' personal information. We process your personal data in line with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where relevant. 

Any information you share with us during the recruitment process will be used solely for assessing your suitability for the position and will be handled confidentially. Your data will be stored securely, accessed only by authorized staff, and retained only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes. 

You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time. By applying, you consent to the processing of your information in accordance with these principles. 

DEI statement: 

EAU is committed to offering equal opportunities and treatment to all its volunteers. We see diversity as a strength and anyone seeking volunteering at Equal Aqua is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We don’t regard colour, religion, ethnicity, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status.

We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements.

Equal Aqua is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in the UK; it operates equally and in unison with Equal Aqua Uganda, a registered Community Based Organisation (CBO) in Uganda (EAU refers to both). 

Could you help shape Mind in Kingston’s future and support more people with mental health needs?

We’re a passionate, independent local charity working across the Royal Borough of Kingston, affiliated with national Mind. Our vision? A world where everyone experiencing a mental health problem receives the support and respect they deserve — and we won’t stop until that happens.

We’re now looking for new Trustees to help lead us forward. We’re looking for people who can:

•  Think strategically and creatively
•  Lead the organisation towards fully achieving its commitment and ambition
•  Scrutinise the impact we’re having
•  Communicate clearly and sensitively in large group discussions
•  Use independent judgement to make decisions on behalf of the organisation
•  Be committed to our mission, vision and values.

Role Highlights:

•  Time Commitment: 4–8 hours per month (meetings held online)
•  Voluntary role with expenses paid
•  Trustees receive: Induction, training, expenses, and skill-building opportunities.

Oily Cart are looking for new Trustees and a Chair to join our Board, to champion, support and guide us on our mission to create ambitious and high-quality Sensory Theatre that all babies, children and young people can enjoy.

We recruit our board members for their specialist skills and knowledge. We value all kinds of knowledge, which you could have gained through your work or personal life. We welcome Deaf, disabled and / or neurodivergent applicants, those with lived experiences of disability (such as a parent, carer or sibling of a disabled person), those from the global majority and people of all genders. This is an unpaid, voluntary role, but our Access Officer (and access budget) will help to make our meetings accessible, and cover out-of-pocket expenses. We are particularly keen to hear from people who have the following skills or knowledge areas. These could have been gained through your work or your personal life:

• A new Chair of our board (we are open to co-Chair models).
• People who work in the theatre industry.
• People with experience of commercial theatre and / or live events.
• People with experience of fundraising and / or who can open up useful connections for Oily Cart.

You don’t need to have been on boards before to apply. What’s most important is being passionate about everyone’s right to creativity and cultural experiences.

The Commonwealth Pharmacists Association is looking for a volunteer Graphic & Visual Designer to help us pro-bono for up to one day per week.

Why are we recruiting for a pro bono contractor?

As a global non-profit whose funding is primarily for our impactful in-country programmes, we have very little budget for our marketing and communications needs, and there are very few sources of funding for charities to get help with this. We need to create capacity within our staff team to free up time to focus on activities like fundraising in the hope that we can one day invest more in our human and technical communications resources.

This role could suit:

• An early career professional graphic designer looking for a unique professional opportunity for their portfolio that showcases their skill and impact at a global level.

• An experienced, professional graphic designer looking to give back to a worthy cause by using their professional skill set.

• A capable “amateur” graphic designer looking for a solid, stable opportunity to develop their professional portfolio and secure a robust client reference from a respected organisation.

• A professional graphic designer looking for an opportunity to contribute their core skills whilst accessing mentoringship from a professional who can provide advice and insight on furthering their current career, working in the charity sector, or broadening skills to include PR, media relations, strategic communications, copywriting, copyediting and more.

Role definition and Purpose

To support the CPA’s global Communications Team by producing impactful, original and eye-catching designs for both print and digital usage that support our programmes to improve healthcare outcomes for patients in more than 60 countries. The pro bono contractor will work with the Communications Team to create or format content in line with the CPA’s evolving Brandbook, having a chance to make their mark on the identity of this global organisation.

About CPA’s design philosophy

In our approach to visual design, we seek to create content in line with an aesthetic theory that can arguably be described as a form of digital neoclassicism in its aesthetic values. By this, we mean our designs embrace the best of the modern digital aesthetic popular in the Global North, making use of the colour blocking and some simplicity of the “vector minimialism” that became the foundation of the Corporate Memphis identity. We favour designs that lend themselves to accessibility, elegance and ease of visual navigation.

However, we also seek to recall the best of the Frutiger Aero aesthetic that dominated digital media from the mid-2000s to early 2010s in the Global North, and which in many ways lives on in the contemporary aesthetic choices popular in South Africa, India and South-East Asia. CPA’s aesthetic eschews both flat design and the dispersonal visualisations of Corporate Memphis for the three-dimensionality and emotional authenticity of Frutiger Aero. We add a maximalist flourish, playing with perspective, colour and boundaries in a way that helps bring our designs to life and make them relevant to our audience whilst still feeling fresh, clean and contemporary.

We cherish being pixel perfect for accessibility and comfort, but embrace the freedom to make considered choices to break the rules for visibility and impact.

Available benefits to the volunteer / pro bono contractor

• Mentoring and professional development. You will have the opportunity to work with an award winning strategic communications expert with 15 years of experience, including campaign management with M&C Saatchi for His Majesty The King’s Coronation, running campaigns for major political parties, and who is currently serving as Deputy Chair for the Commonwealth’s global communications forum. Formal mentorship is a possibility.
   

• Strengthen your portfolio with a unique pro bono opportunity. You will be able to evidence working on global healthcare campaigns and projects that reach people in dozens of countries around the world, and will have a chance to help shape the visual identity of a global NGO.
   

• Work on unique and impactful projects that change the lives of hundreds of thousands. Our charity works to improve the lives of patients in more than 30 countries with our highly impactful in-country partnership programmes. Your graphic design work will help make the world a healthier, happier and safer place for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Communications Team to produce visually appealing graphical assets in line with CPA’s new Brandbook.

• Create visual content to support social media campaigns and enhance educational content on our CPD Platform, working to a brief provided by colleagues.

• Offer expert advice and support in the formulation of visual content, particularly for social media and web.

• Professionally brand and format documents to the specifications of the Communications Lead and the Brandbook.

• In the future, the pro bono contractor may be asked to help contribute to an update to the visual identity of the charity.

Person Specification 

• Experience, competency using and independent access to advanced graphic design tools, which should include at least one tool on the list below, or an equivalent:

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Illustrator

  • Adobe InDesign

  • Affinity Publisher

  • Affinity Designer

  • Affinity Photo

  • CorelDraw

• Experience using Canva or Adobe Express is also desirable, but we are ideally looking for someone with skill in a more advanced tool.

• Comfortable working with design asks for web and print.

• Understanding of the principles of good design, in particular balance, proportion, hierarchy, movement, variety, rhythm and use of white / negative space.

• Passion for visual identity and good graphic design, exciting by the prospect of working with a brand that celebrates the best of modern digital design but embraces the best elements of previous eras.

• Strong people skills, able to work well with a diverse team of people drawn from cultures and countries around the world.

• Attend a fortnightly team meeting online, which will be held during UK working hours (9am – 5pm UTC).

How to apply

Please include in your application:

• A short statement explaining who you are, your interest in the role and what you would like to bring to the table as a pro bono consultant.

• An attachment or link to a portfolio of your graphic design work to date. This portfolio can include example work, work you have done as part of a job, voluntary work or commissioned work – as long as it’s yours!

• A statement explaining what design tools you have access to and make use of in your graphic design work.

Whilst we welcome candidates who use AI as a supplementary tool in their work for speed and convenience, for example to aid with background removal or noise reduction, we are not interested in working with designers who use generative AI as a “design” tool in and of itself or create AI “artwork”.

Would you like to support people in their time of need?

At our sanctuary (Finsbury Park, North London) for those in suicidal crisis, we offer a potentially transformative experience with a once-only 5 day (4-night) stay at our non-medical, family-style house. Through respite, time and space for reflection and compassionate and nurturing care, our Volunteer Befrienders and Lead Befrienders support an opportunity for the revival of hope and resilience.  

Volunteer Befrienders are key to Maytree and work alongside Lead Befrienders to provide an open and containing space for people who are feeling suicidal. 

Befriending is as it sounds: sitting alongside our guests as a friendly, compassionate and non-judgemental companion. Through active listening and human warmth our volunteers enable our guests to feel supported, explore their feelings in a confidential setting and discuss their options in their own way and in their own time. This face-to-face support is not therapy; it is about being calm and committed and not afraid of difficult subjects, including suicide.  

Home-Start Suffolk is seeking an exceptional individual to join our Board of Trustees as Vice Chair.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in a well-established and growing charity that
supports families across Suffolk. As Vice Chair, you will work closely with the Chair, CEO and wider Board to
help shape our strategic direction, support strong governance and ensure we continue to meet the needs of
families in our communities.

We are specifically looking for someone with charity governance experience. You will bring a solid
understanding of how effective boards operate and feel confident supporting other trustees, offering
constructive challenge and helping to ensure the charity meets its legal and strategic responsibilities.
This Vice Chair role is part of our wider trustee recruitment and we welcome applicants who bring any of the
following:

• Experience or knowledge of the local charity or voluntary sector
• Understanding of family support or volunteer management
• Strong networks and connections within local businesses
• Previous involvement with Home-Start Suffolk as a volunteer or someone who has received support
• A passion for making a difference in your community

Interested?
We would love to hear from you. more information and a candidate pack can be found on our website.

Closing date: This is an open and rolling recruitment
Interviews: Held as applications are received