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Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Ripple Pond Charity - Supporting Armed Forces and Veteran Families
A Voluntary Trustee Position
With reasonable expenses reimbursed
Please note that although the closing date for applications is 11 September 2026, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the recruitment process may close once a suitable appointment is made.
Help Shape the Future of Support for Military Families
The Ripple Pond is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Chair of our Board of Trustees.
This is an opportunity to lead a unique and growing charity that supports the families and carers of Armed Forces personnel and veterans who have sustained a service-related physical or psychological injury. Through peer support, advocacy, collaboration and innovation, we help military families feel seen, heard and supported throughout their journey.
We are looking for a values-driven leader with strategic vision, strong governance experience and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of military families and the wider Armed Forces community.
About the Role
As Chair, you will lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring that The Ripple Pond remains focused on its charitable purpose, strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and fellow Trustees, you will help guide the charity through its next phase of development, strengthening our impact, partnerships and influence across the military, veterans, health and social care sectors.
You will function as an ambassador for the charity, helping to build relationships, influence decision-makers and create opportunities that support lasting positive change for those we support.
Who Are We Looking For?
The Chair of The Ripple Pond leads a small but complex charity that provides support to more than 1,200 Armed Forces and veteran family members across the UK. Around 20% of new Members joining our services live in environments that place them at high risk.
These challenges often arise from complex and overlapping circumstances, including addiction, suicidal ideation, domestic abuse, safeguarding concerns, risk of homelessness and wider welfare needs.
This places significant responsibility on the Chair to provide strong board leadership, support and develop trustees, maintain effective governance and strategic oversight, and work in close partnership with the CEO to ensure the charity remains focused on delivering meaningful impact for military families. The Chair also acts as one of the charity's principal ambassadors and public representatives.
We are seeking an individual with a broad range of experience and perspectives, ideally gained across multiple sectors. This might include commercial business, the public sector, healthcare, social care, the arts, the Armed Forces, emergency services or the voluntary sector.
You will have experience in developing and delivering regional or national strategies that have achieved sustainable and measurable positive outcomes, preferably through collaboration and partnership with a range of stakeholders.
You will have operated at executive or equivalent senior leadership level and be comfortable working across organisational boundaries, where success is achieved through influence, relationships and shared purpose rather than formal authority alone.
You will possess a strong understanding of risk, including strategic, organisational, and people-related risks, and be able to explain complex issues in a way that is clear, practical, and accessible to others.
Most importantly, you will demonstrate humility, integrity and compassion. You will care deeply about people, value the contribution of others and be motivated by a desire to serve the Armed Forces community and improve the lives of military families.
Role Profile
We are seeking an experienced senior leader who can provide effective governance, constructive challenge and confident stewardship to help guide The Ripple Pond through its next phase of development.
The successful candidate will bring:
Experience and Capability
Organisational Leadership and Change
- Significant executive, board-level or equivalent senior leadership experience.
- Experience of leading organisations through growth, transformation or periods of significant change.
- A proven ability to develop and deliver complex strategies, align stakeholders behind a shared purpose and achieve sustainable outcomes.
- The ability to balance organisational ambition, opportunity, risk and long-term sustainability.
Governance, Finance and Risk
- A strong understanding of governance, accountability and effective board leadership gained through charity trusteeship, corporate governance, public service or other relevant senior leadership experience.
- Experience of supporting effective decision-making, constructive challenge and organisational assurance.
- Financial confidence and literacy, including the ability to understand budgets, financial performance, investment decisions and long-term sustainability.
- An understanding of risk management and the importance of robust oversight.
Influence, Partnerships and Representation
- Experience of building effective partnerships and relationships across sectors.
- The ability to represent an organisation with credibility, authenticity and professionalism.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and influence a wide range of audiences.
Leadership Style and Values
We are particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate:
Integrity and Accountability
A commitment to ethical leadership, transparency and maintaining the highest standards of governance.
Collaborative Leadership
The ability to build trust, bring people together and create an environment where trustees, Members, workforce, partners and other stakeholders feel valued and able to contribute. You will listen, encourage open discussion and help create a shared sense of purpose both within The Ripple Pond and across the wider community.
Compassion and Respect
An understanding of the experiences of military families and carers, with genuine respect for different perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences.
Courage and Constructive Challenge
You will be confident asking the difficult questions, challenging thinking and encouraging open and honest conversations. You will build trusted internal and strategic relationships, using your influence to ensure the experiences of military families and carers are understood and reflected in wider conversations and decision-making. This will help ensure that The Ripple Pond continues to play its part in shaping a stronger support landscape for military and veteran families.
Self-Awareness and Learning Mindset
A willingness to listen, reflect and continue developing, recognising that effective leadership requires curiosity, humility and openness to new ideas.
Commitment to Our Purpose
A genuine desire to improve the lives of military families, carers and veterans affected by service-related injury. You will understand the importance of lived experience in shaping services, strategy and practice, ensuring that those we support remain central to organisational decision-making.
Experience within the Armed Forces, veterans, healthcare, social care, public service or charity sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.
Safeguarding and Creating a Safe Culture
The Ripple Pond is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all Members, volunteers, staff, trustees and partners. Safeguarding is fundamental to our work, and trustees share responsibility for ensuring that people feel respected, listened to and able to raise concerns.
The Chair will champion a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring the Board maintains appropriate oversight of safeguarding practice, risk management, policies and organisational culture.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Ripple Pond believes that diversity of experience and perspective strengthens our organisation and improves the support we provide. We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, including those with relevant lived experience.
The Chair will help ensure equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout governance, decision-making, culture and service development, creating an organisation where everyone feels valued, respected and able to contribute.
Time Commitment
The role of Chair is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of Armed Forces and veteran families. While voluntary, it carries significant responsibility and requires a consistent commitment throughout the year.
Key responsibilities include:
- Chairing at least four formal Board meetings annually.
- Participating in occasional committee, strategic planning and development meetings.
- Maintaining regular engagement with the Chief Executive, providing guidance, support and constructive challenge.
- Supporting trustee recruitment, development and succession planning.
- Attending selected events, conferences and stakeholder engagements.
- Acting as an ambassador for The Ripple Pond with partners, funders, supporters and the wider community.
- Providing occasional availability for matters requiring Chair input between scheduled meetings.
Many meetings are held virtually to maximise accessibility and efficiency, although some travel will be required for Board meetings, key events and stakeholder engagement.
Professional Practice
As a national charity supporting over 1,200 military family members across the UK, the Chair will maintain an informed understanding of The Ripple Pond’s work, operating environment, opportunities and risks to provide effective Board leadership and appropriate support and challenge to the Chief Executive.
Applicants should be able to commit sufficient time in line with Charity Commission guidance and recognised principles of good governance. The time requirement will vary throughout the year, with additional involvement likely during periods of strategic development, organisational change or significant emerging issues.
Above all, the Chair will view this not simply as a governance appointment, but as an opportunity to help shape and strengthen an organisation making a lasting difference to military families across the United Kingdom.
Digital Confidence and Ways of Working
The Ripple Pond is a digitally enabled charity, with services, meetings and engagement activity delivered predominantly through online platforms. The Chair should therefore be comfortable working in a digital environment and using technology to support effective governance and communication.
This includes participating in virtual Board meetings, reviewing digital reports and documents, communicating with the Chief Executive and engaging with stakeholders online. Confidence using video conferencing, shared document systems and online collaboration tools is essential to ensure effective participation, timely decision-making and organisational agility.
Term of Appointment
The appointment is for an initial term of three years.
Trustees may be reappointed for further three-year terms up to a maximum of nine years, subject to the charity's governing document and Board approval.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead the Board of a growing charity with a clear purpose and a strong commitment to military families across the United Kingdom.
The Ripple Pond exists because the experiences and challenges faced by families caring for injured serving personnel and veterans are often unseen and not fully recognised. As Chair, you will help shape our next chapter, working with an experienced team and community of Members to strengthen our impact, ensure the voices of military families and carers are heard, and help influence wider understanding, services and support.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete four short screening questions to help us better understand your experience, motivation and suitability for the role.
To apply, please submit:
A current CV.
A covering letter (maximum two pages), addressed to the Board of Trustees, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills, experience and personal qualities would enable you to make a positive contribution as Chair.
Following an initial review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board. The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss your experience, leadership approach and aspirations for the role, while also allowing you to learn more about The Ripple Pond.
Supporting adult family members of physically or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans


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Help shape the future of the UK's leading LGBT+ young people's charity.
From school bullying and family estrangement to inequality in the workplace, growing up LGBT+ is still unacceptably tough. We want every young person to have the opportunity to thrive and grow up knowing that being LGBT+ is something to be celebrated.
Since our founding, Just Like Us has grown significantly in both scale and impact. Today, 4 in 5 secondary schools and thousands of primaries across the UK engage with our programmes, we have the UK’s largest cohort of LGBT+ volunteers aged 18 to 25, and our annual income exceeds £1 million. We have published landmark research reports that shape public opinion and influence government policy, and built a network of 14,000+ teachers who support LGBT+ inclusive education.
As we enter our next phase of development, we are seeking an exceptional Chair to lead our Board of Trustees and help guide the organisation through a period of continued growth, increasing organisational maturity and evolving opportunities.
This is an opportunity to provide strategic leadership to an ambitious national charity at an exciting point in its development. We are looking for a Chair who can lead our Board with confidence and sound judgement, support our Chief Executive through the next phase of organisational growth, and help ensure we remain financially resilient, well governed and firmly focused on our mission.
While the Chair will be an important ambassador for the charity, this is first and foremost a governance leadership role. We are looking for someone who understands how effective Boards operate; who can foster constructive challenge and collaboration, and who enjoys helping organisations and people realise their potential.
You may already be an experienced Chair, Trustee or Non-Executive Director, or you may bring substantial executive leadership experience and have worked closely with Boards throughout your career. We welcome candidates with good knowledge of charity governance, from across the charity, education, health, public, commercial and wider social impact sectors who can demonstrate strategic leadership and sound judgement.
We are particularly interested in individuals who have experience of supporting organisations through growth and increasing organisational complexity, who understand the importance of balancing ambition with sustainability, and who can act as a trusted partner to both the board and Chief Executive.
A strong external profile and established networks may be valuable in helping us build partnerships and extend our reach, however, we are equally interested in candidates whose strength lies in leading boards, navigating complexity and building high-performing governance.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to improving the lives of LGBT+ young people. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience as an LGBT+ person, recognising the valuable perspective this can bring to the role.
This is an unremunerated voluntary position, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. The expected commitment is approximately two per month, including board meetings, preparation, occasional committee meetings and representing the charity at key events.
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of an ambitious, values-led organisation making a tangible difference to the lives of LGBT+ young people across the UK, we would be delighted to hear from you.
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Just Like Us, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter setting out your motivation for the role and the experience you would bring as Chair of Trustees, to our email as specified in the recruitment pack, by 17:00 on Friday 21 August 2026
Just Like Us is the LGBT+ young people's charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trustee Role Description
Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Caudwell Youth achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that we have a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable Caudwell Youth to grow and thrive, and through this, shape young people’s futures.
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.
Trustee Duties
- Support and provide advice on Caudwell Youth’s purpose, vision, goals and impact.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of Caudwell Youth, approving strategy and annual plans.
- Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
- Oversee financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
- Review and approve Caudwell Youth’s annual report and accounts.
- Provide support and challenge to the CEO and executive team, in accordance with our values.
- Promote youth engagement in all that we do Keep abreast of changes in Caudwell Youth’s operating environment.
- Contribute to regular reviews of Caudwell Youth’s own governance.
- Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
- Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Caudwell Youth’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
- Act as an ambassador for Caudwell Youth by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Personal Skills and Qualities
- A commitment to Caudwell Youth’s vision, mission and values
- Knowledge and/or interest in youth issues
- Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
- Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
- A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Willingness to lead according to our values.
- Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
In addition to these, we are particularly looking for skills and experience in charity marketing and communications, as well as public sector funding / commissioning.
We want to grow our volunteering so experience here would also be welcome. As a young people’s charity we are also interested in applications from younger people and those with lived experience aged 18 and over.
Terms of Appointment
Terms of Office
- Trustees are appointed for a 3 year term of office, this can be renewed for a second term. (Maximum of 6 years service).
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Time Commitment
- Preparing for, and attending, 4 Board meetings annually. Currently meetings are held 5.30-7.30pm online.
- A strategy day in person in London/Milton Keynes.
- Ad hoc and occasional support through working groups and / or support to the executive team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to join our Board of Trustees of Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust?
This year we are looking for three people to join our Board of Trustees at our AGM in October 26.
Trustees of the Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust (SRWT) are volunteers who together lead the organisation in the planning, resourcing and delivery of its activities, so that it can achieve its charitable objectives. An enthusiastic, committed and active Board of Trustees, with a good range of knowledge, skills, experience and personal qualities is vital to the healthy and effective running of the organisation.
The Board of Trustees:
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lead the strategic development and planning of the Trust
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develop and adopt appropriate policies
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aim to ensure that the Trust is legally compliant and works to best practice wherever possible
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supports, guides and advises the Trust’s staff and volunteers, especially the CEO and the Executive Team
This year, we are especially keen to hear from people who:
Have expertise, knowledge and experience in one or more of the of the following areas:
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Marketing
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Commercial management, business acumen, profit for purpose experience (with reference to our consultancy)
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Green finance.
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Enterprise development
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Income generation
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Legal experience
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Health, Safety and safeguarding policy and compliance
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Have a good knowledge of communities and/or natural environment in Rotherham
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Can represent more of our diverse community in Sheffield & Rotherham
We are also recruiting for a Trustee to be our Treasurer who will have:
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Professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT)
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Ability to analyse proposals and understand financial consequences
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Understanding of financial risk
Skills & Experience
Trustees should demonstrate some or all of the following:
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Passion for nature
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Interest in and enthusiasm for the work of the Wildlife Trust
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Experience of working as part of a decision-making group, board or committee either in a business or voluntary environment
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Experience or knowledge of the legal requirements of a charity
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Local knowledge of the places in which the Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust operates
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Experience of financial management and budgeting in a business or voluntary environment
The following areas of expertise are always welcome on the Board:
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Environmental Law/ Protected species
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Land Management and Conservation
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Community Outreach and Development
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Education & Training, Working with Children and Young People
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Advocacy & Campaigning
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Research: relevant to the work of the Trust
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Fundraising
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteer Trustees
Volunteer Trustee opportunities
We are seeking to appoint new Trustees to become actively involved in the strategic direction, governance and decision making of the charity. As a Trustee you will join a dynamic and supportive team committed to making a difference to people affected by cancer. With a new, incoming Chair, this is an exciting time to join the Board as it works toward shaping the charity’s future. The role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while providing a rewarding and satisfying experience that enables personal development and growth.
The charity is happy to hear from people across the country and in particular anyone with the following experience or expertise.
Healthcare
Medical Practitioners or Allied Health Professionals with recent experience of working with cancer patients/or cancer treatment, ideally within the NHS.
Commercial
The Penny Brohn UK National Centre offers external organisations a unique environment for their own business use which includes daily and residential bookings as well as tenancy agreements. Due to a successful period of growth in recent years, the charity would welcome the expertise of a Trustee with significant experience in this area who can support the development of this income stream further.
Values and Behaviours
All Trustees are expected to uphold and model Penny Brohn UKs values of courage, resilience, compassion, warmth and community and to champion an inclusive, evidence-informed approach to holistic cancer care.
Support for new Trustees
New Trustees are fully supported through a planned induction into the organisation, starting with an introduction to each area of the Charity.
Time commitment
The Trustee Board meet four times in-person each year at the National Centre in Bristol on Fridays, generally between 9am – 4pm. Trustee representation is also required on one or two online sub-committees, which are held up to four times per year for each committee and Trustees will be appointed to the sub-committees once recruited into post in accordance with their relevant skills and experience. Attendance is also required for the AGM and an annual Trustee Away Day as well as occasional events or strategic discussions
Attendance at Key Events
As ambassadors for the Charity, the Trustee Board is encouraged to ensure that there is Trustee representation at key events throughout the calendar year such as fundraising, networking and other high-profile events.
Tenure
Trustees are appointed for a three-year term with a maximum appointment of four terms (12 years).
Expenses
All Trustees are eligible to be reimbursed for expenses incurred whilst on Board business, this includes attendance at Board Meetings. Eligible expenses include:
- Reimbursement of petrol costs, rate currently set at 45p per mile, (15p per mile after 500 miles incurred annually) or the equivalent 2nd class rail fare, whichever is the lower.
- Any car parking fees associated with the travel.
Thank you for your interest in this important voluntary role. For further information, please download the attached information pack.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Trustee at Penny Brohn UK. For full details about the role, recruitment process and application requirements, please download the attached information pack and visit the Penny Brohn UK website, where you will find instructions on how to submit your application.
At Penny Brohn UK, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We are proactively taking action to support EDI and Wellbeing to support our ethos of creating a diverse culture that is reflective of both our employees and the lived experience of all communities touched by cancer. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
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Are you passionate about community engagement, advocacy, and building meaningful partnerships? Join Hidayah as a National Outreach Officer Trustee in this voluntary role and help strengthen support networks for LGBTQ+ Muslims across the UK.
Hidayah is a volunteer-led organisation supporting LGBTQ+ Muslims through community support, advocacy, education, and wellbeing initiatives. This role requires a minimum commitment of 4–5 hours per week, with additional time required during busy periods or organisational activities.
Purpose of the Role
The National Outreach Officer Trustee leads on developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, community organisations, and outreach partners. The role supports Hidayah’s national growth and helps ensure LGBTQ+ Muslims can access inclusive support, representation, and community connections.
Core Responsibilities
- Act as a key point of contact between Hidayah and external organisations, community groups, and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with LGBTQ+ organisations, faith groups, educational institutions, and community networks.
- Promote Hidayah’s events, campaigns, and services across relevant communities and platforms.
- Lead outreach initiatives to engage under-represented LGBTQ+ Muslim communities, including trans and intersex individuals.
- Develop, coordinate, and support a national network of outreach volunteers and representatives.
- Work collaboratively with external organisations to provide signposting and access to wellbeing, legal, financial, and community support services.
- Represent Hidayah at events, workshops, panels, and educational opportunities where appropriate.
- Encourage inclusive dialogue, partnership working, and stronger engagement across LGBTQ+ and faith communities.
- Support the growth, visibility, and positive representation of Hidayah nationally.
Trustee Responsibilities
- Attend Trustee Board meetings and provide regular updates and reports.
- Support Hidayah events, planning meetings, and fundraising activities.
- Engage with internal communications and shared systems (e.g., Discord and Google Drive).
- Respond to emails and communications promptly.
- Contribute to the Annual Report.
- Uphold Hidayah’s mission, values, and code of conduct.
- Serve until the next AGM (subject to a 6-month probation period).
Person Specification
Essential Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of community outreach, partnership working, or stakeholder engagement.
- Knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding principles.
- Experience working in voluntary, community, or LGBTQ+ spaces (desirable).
- Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
Essential Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence networking with diverse communities and organisations.
- Good organisational and planning abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Professional, approachable, and proactive attitude.
- Good IT and administrative skills.
Benefits of the Role
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within LGBTQ+ Muslim communities.
- Leadership and charity governance experience.
- Professional development in outreach, partnerships, and community engagement.
- Opportunity to expand your professional and community networks.
- Experience working with a passionate and supportive volunteer team.
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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SolidariTee is an international charity run and led entirely by volunteers who are students and young people. We're working to make lasting change in the way refugees and other people forced to flee persecution and violence are treated, through a combination of awareness-raising, advocacy, and fundraising to support grassroots NGOs providing vital refugee legal aid and mental health support.
We are currently looking for volunteers to join our Central and Leadership teams!
Positions on our Central Team:
- Events Officers
- Partnerships Officers
- Publicity Officers (social media team)
- Digital Education Officers (social media team)
Our Central Team includes students and other young people from around the UK and works together to coordinate SolidariTee’s core functions and organise opportunities to bring our volunteers and supporters together. This includes organising our annual conference, creating content for our central Instagram page @teesofsolidarity, and developing partnerships with uni societies, student groups, fashion shows, balls and more!
Positions on our Leadership Team:
- Secretary
- Social Media Manager
- Events Lead
- Partnerships Lead
Our Leadership Team provides overall coordination and oversight to the activities of our Central Team and Regional Teams, and it is a great opportunity to be involved with leading the direction of the SolidariTee movement on a national level.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Fundraising & Partnerships Officer
Organisation: Skills Development Training
Location: Flexible (Remote with occasional meetings and community events in London)
Commitment: Minimum 1 day per week (Flexible)
Role Type: Volunteer
Help Create Opportunities for Disadvantaged Young People
Are you passionate about making a real difference? Do you enjoy developing creative ideas, building relationships, and helping worthwhile causes grow?
Skills Development Training is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Volunteer Fundraising & Partnerships Officer to help us raise vital funds that support disadvantaged young people across our programmes.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to gain valuable fundraising experience while helping transform the lives of young people through education, skills development, mentoring, and employability projects.
About Us
Skills Development Training is a charitable organisation dedicated to supporting disadvantaged and underrepresented young people by providing skills training, creative opportunities, mentoring, and pathways into employment and further education.
Our mission is to remove barriers, inspire confidence, and equip young people with the skills and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential.
The Role
As our Volunteer Fundraising & Partnerships Officer, you will play a key role in helping us secure the funding needed to expand our impact.
You will have the opportunity to develop and implement creative fundraising ideas while building meaningful relationships with businesses, community groups, and individual supporters.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop innovative fundraising campaigns and ideas.
- Identify new fundraising opportunities and income streams.
- Approach local and national businesses for sponsorship and corporate donations.
- Build relationships with corporate partners and community organisations.
- Research charitable trusts, foundations, and grant opportunities.
- Support online fundraising campaigns and digital donation initiatives.
- Promote fundraising activities through social media and online platforms.
- Help organise fundraising events and community initiatives.
- Encourage regular giving and supporter engagement.
- Work alongside the charity's leadership team to develop long-term fundraising strategies.
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Is passionate about supporting disadvantaged young people.
- Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Is creative, proactive, and full of ideas.
- Enjoys networking and engaging with businesses and communities.
- Can work independently and take initiative.
- Has an interest in fundraising, sales, business development, marketing, or partnerships (experience is welcome but not essential).
- Is confident using email, social media, and online research tools.
What You'll Gain
- The opportunity to lead your own fundraising initiatives.
- Experience building corporate partnerships.
- A professional reference after successful volunteering.
- The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people.
- Experience that strengthens your CV for careers in fundraising, charity management, business development, marketing, corporate partnerships, and the voluntary sector.
Time Commitment
- Minimum commitment of 1 day per week.
- Flexible volunteering to fit around work or study.
- Remote volunteering available, with opportunities to attend meetings and fundraising events where appropriate.
Why Join Us?
Every donation helps us provide opportunities that many young people would otherwise miss. Your creativity, enthusiasm, and determination could directly help fund life-changing programmes, workshops, mentoring, and employment opportunities for disadvantaged young people.
By joining Skills Development Training, you'll become part of a passionate team committed to creating brighter futures and stronger communities.
If you're ready to use your skills to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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Help support the future of hospital, health and wellbeing broadcasting across the UK.
The Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA) is seeking a Grants & Fundraising Officer to support the charity’s financial sustainability by identifying funding opportunities, developing applications and helping to build relationships with funders, sponsors and partners.
This is an opportunity to use your fundraising, research and communication skills to support a national charity that helps more than 140 hospital, health and wellbeing broadcasting organisations develop, collaborate and thrive.
This is a volunteer role working closely with the Treasurer and Trustee Board to help identify and develop new income opportunities that support the HBA’s strategic objectives.
What you'll do
As Grants & Fundraising Officer, you will support the HBA’s fundraising activity. Responsibilities include:
- Researching and identifying suitable grant funding opportunities aligned with the charity’s objectives.
- Supporting the preparation and submission of grant applications, working with Trustees and relevant stakeholders to gather information and evidence.
- Maintaining a record of funding opportunities, deadlines, applications and outcomes.
- Supporting the development of sponsorship opportunities, including for HBA events, awards and initiatives.
- Exploring opportunities for additional fundraising activity, partnerships and donor engagement.
- Supporting the Treasurer to ensure fundraising activity aligns with the charity’s financial priorities and reporting requirements.
- Maintaining accurate records of funding received, application requirements and reporting deadlines.
- Supporting grant monitoring, evaluation and reporting activity where required.
- Building positive relationships with potential funders, sponsors and partners.
- Providing updates and recommendations to the Treasurer and Trustee Board on fundraising opportunities and progress.
About you
We're looking for someone who:
- Has an interest in fundraising, grant applications, partnerships or income generation.
- Can research opportunities and identify potential sources of funding.
- Has strong written communication skills, particularly for preparing applications and proposals.
- Is organised, reliable and able to manage deadlines.
- Can work independently while also collaborating with a volunteer-led team.
- Has good attention to detail when managing applications, records and reporting requirements.
- Is proactive and enjoys identifying opportunities for improvement and growth.
- Can represent the HBA in a professional and positive manner.
- Shares our commitment to supporting hospital, health and wellbeing broadcasting.
Previous experience in fundraising, grant writing, bid preparation or partnership development would be beneficial. We encourage applications from people with transferable skills gained in the charity, public or private sectors.
Role responsibilities and boundaries
The post holder reports to the Treasurer and works collaboratively with Trustees and other volunteers to support the HBA’s fundraising and income development activity.
The role does not include authority to commit the HBA to funding agreements, sponsorship arrangements or financial obligations. The post holder must not enter into any agreement or contract on behalf of the HBA without prior approval from the Trustee Board.
Working with the HBA
The HBA is an entirely volunteer-led charity with no paid staff. Our volunteers play an important role in helping the organisation achieve its objectives by contributing their skills, experience and enthusiasm.
The Grants & Fundraising Officer will work closely with the Treasurer and Trustees, supporting the charity’s continued development while gaining experience of fundraising within a national voluntary organisation.
Meetings and commitment
The time commitment is approximately 8 hours per month.
Most activity can be carried out flexibly and remotely, with regular communication taking place online.
Location and expenses
This role can be carried out from anywhere in the UK, with most business conducted online.
Volunteers may occasionally be invited to attend HBA events, including trustee board meetings, the HBA Annual Conference and Awards, meetings with stakeholders or other charity activities.
Reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses incurred while carrying out volunteer duties will be reimbursed in line with the Association’s expenses policy.
London’s charities, community groups and volunteers do extraordinary things every day. At London Plus, we want to help them do even more
We are looking for a new Chair of Trustees to lead our Board. This is an exciting time to join London Plus: we have built strong partnerships across London with both the Voluntary and community sector and key statutory partners, a range of important programmes of work underway and a new strategy in development.
As Chair, you will provide non-executive leadership, support good governance and work closely with the Chief Executive and staff team to help us deliver our mission and increase our impact.
We are looking for someone who can bring strategic insight, experience of leadership and strong relationships to support our Board, Chief Executive and staff team. A commitment to equity and inclusion is essential alongside a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities that face London and the voluntary and community sector.
We actively welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of London’s communities.
Interviews will be held the weeks of 31st August and 7th September
Connecting, supporting and advocating for charities and community groups in London.
Job description
- Volunteer Role - Commission-Based Model
- Remote/Home based
- 10hrs a week
About Project Yananai
Project Yananai is a global non-profit headquartered in the United Kingdom, with Affiliate Entities and National Management Teams in India, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals and communities by fostering enduring relationships, enhancing sustainable skills, and delivering compassionate humanitarian aid. Rooted in Christian values, we are dedicated to nurturing resilient societies that are self-sufficient, spiritually fulfilled, and equipped to break cycles of poverty.
The role:
As Chief Advancement Officer, you will lead Project Yananai's global Advancement function, overseeing the three pillars that fuel our mission:
- Fundraising
- Partnerships
- Communications
You will be responsible for developing and delivering an integrated advancement strategy across institutional grants, foundations, corporate partnerships, major gifts, and innovative funding models, ensuring that fundraising, partnerships, and communications work together to support sustainable organisational growth.
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will secure the resources, relationships, and visibility needed to expand our impact across multiple nations.
You will lead a global team comprising:
- Director of Fundraising
- Director of Partnerships
- Director of Communications
- Deputy Chief Advancement Officer – Resource Mobilisation
You will also provide strategic oversight to Advancement teams across India, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, ensuring alignment between global priorities and local delivery.
This is a leadership role that combines strategic vision with hands-on execution. You will personally cultivate and secure major funding opportunities while building a culture of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and accountability across the Advancement function.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and deliver a global advancement strategy integrating fundraising, partnerships, and communications.
- Set ambitious income and engagement targets and monitor performance against agreed objectives.
- Ensure a cohesive and compelling external presence that strengthens Project Yananai's profile and impact.
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
- Personally manage and grow a portfolio of high-value donor relationships.
- Lead the development of complex funding proposals and major funding opportunities.
- Represent Project Yananai with donors, funders, partners, and sector stakeholders.
Partnerships & Communications
- Oversee the development of strategic corporate, philanthropic, and multi-sector partnerships.
- Ensure communications effectively support fundraising, partnership development, donor stewardship, and brand positioning.
- Champion compelling impact storytelling that articulates Project Yananai's Theory of Change.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop senior advancement leaders and their teams.
- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across countries and functions.
- Build organisational capability through coaching, professional development, and succession planning.
Growth, Innovation & Governance
- Develop new income streams and innovative partnership models.
- Ensure compliance with donor, regulatory, and organisational requirements.
- Provide regular reporting and strategic advice to the CEO and Board of Trustees.
About You
You are an accomplished advancement leader with a proven track record of securing significant funding and building strategic partnerships within the international development, humanitarian, or nonprofit sector.
You will bring:
- Extensive senior leadership experience in advancement, fundraising, or resource mobilisation.
- Demonstrated success securing six- and seven-figure funding from institutional donors, foundations, corporates, and major donors.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across fundraising, partnerships, and communications.
- Strong understanding of global funding markets across the UK, Europe, USA, Africa, and the Gulf.
- Experience operating across multiple countries and complex stakeholder environments.
- Exceptional relationship-building, influencing, and communication skills.
- Strong commercial, financial, and strategic acumen.
- A collaborative, resilient, and entrepreneurial leadership style.
- Commitment to Project Yananai's mission, values, and integrated approach to community transformation.
What We Offer
- A leadership role at the heart of a high-performing, mission-driven global nonprofit.
- The opportunity to work alongside an exceptional Executive Leadership Team and Board.
- The chance to shape and scale a global Advancement function from a position of significant influence.
- A genuinely impactful role supporting sustainable community transformation across multiple nations.
- A collaborative culture that values innovation, professional development, and continuous learning.
- International engagement with donors, partners, and national teams across our focus countries.
If you are ready to build partnerships, unlock transformational funding, and help scale an ambitious global movement, we would welcome your application.
Project Yananai is an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. Project Yananai is a UK registered charity number 1209060.
Empowering individuals, strengthening communities, developing sustainable solutions.



Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
Every penny counts when it comes to improving the lives of the thousands of cats and kittens across the UK that need our help each year. Our collection box fundraising volunteers help our volunteer groups raise vital funds by collecting and distributing collection boxes in their local area. Making a difference can mean as little as raising 20p, which is enough to feed one cat in our care for a day, to £150 which is the average cost of a cat in our care.
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· overseeing the collection and delivery of collection boxes in different locations
· recording donations and thanking local businesses and supporters
· researching local areas for collection box ‘hot spots’
· sharing fundraising ideas with other volunteers and putting these into practice
· sharing your passion for cat welfare and promoting the work of Cats Protection
Time expectation
Our collection box fundraising volunteers usually spend 1 to 2 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Become a Fundraising Volunteer!
Help make a better life for cats – because life is better with cats
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is, and always will be, at the heart of Cats Protection. It’s joyful, inclusive, and driven by people working together to transform the lives of cats, people, and communities. When you volunteer with us, you become part of something truly meaningful.
The difference you’ll make
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Cats Protection helps thousands of cats every year. Our fundraising volunteers play a vital role in making this possible. By using your passion for cats and people, you’ll help raise the funds needed to support more cats and kittens in need.
As a fundraising volunteer, we’ll support you to get involved in a way that suits you best. Whether you enjoy organising events, fundraising online, promoting activities on social media, helping with administration, or coming up with fresh ideas — there’s a place for you here. Whatever your skills or interests, this could be the perfect role.
What you can expect from us
- A warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment in line with our values and behaviours
- Support to help you have a positive and impactful volunteering experience
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses covered in line with our Expenses Policy
- Access to learning, development, and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a highly flexible role, and you can choose how you’d like to get involved. Opportunities include:
- Face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping at fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, and monitoring collection tins
- Online fundraising – setting up online appeals and writing engaging cat case studies to maximise donations
- Marketing and promotion – spreading the word about fundraising activities via social media and local press
- Administration – processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, and completing Gift Aid paperwork
- Championing our work – helping to develop new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
- Photography – capturing images of cats in care, cats we’re helping, fundraising events, and all things Cats Protection
Time commitment
This role is flexible and designed to fit around your other commitments. You’ll be part of a friendly team raising vital funds — and having fun along the way.
You could be just the volunteer we’re looking for
We’re committed to building a diverse, compassionate, and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. Together, we’re courageous and compassionate in helping people see the world through cats’ eyes.
Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats. Together, we are all for cats.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Become a Fundraising Volunteer with Cats Protection!
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our fundraising event helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You’ll be:
· help set up and/or man stalls at events
· help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections
· help at fundraising events such as quiz nights, cake sales and dances
· promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events
Time expectation
This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.
We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
What you can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role – you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
- championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
- photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
- You’ll need to be aged 18+ to volunteer in this role. If you’re aged 16-17, you’ll need to be supervised by a friend, family member, or guardian over the age of 18 in order to carry out any fundraising activity.
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we've been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.