Officer volunteer roles in feltham, greater london
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Description
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Direct Working Relationships: C-Level Executives, National Research, Policy, Ethics, Research Reporting, and Local Operations
Location: Remote, UK-based
Time Commitment: Part-time | Flexible hours | Long term commitment
About the Role
We are seeking a volunteer Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide strategic and operational leadership across our national and local operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the COO will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective delivery of projects and research, maintaining ethical and operational standards, and driving continuous improvement across all organisational systems and processes.
This is a senior voluntary position ideal for an experienced operations or strategy leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to make an impact in the not-for-profit or research sector.
Please note: This is a voluntary and unpaid role. There is no direct financial compensation or future paid opportunity attached.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide executive oversight of Policy, Ethics and Research Reporting, National Operations, and Local Operations (including projects and research).
• Oversee operational delivery to ensure smooth, ethical, and effective implementation of all projects.
• Lead the optimisation of systems, structures, and processes to maximise organisational efficiency.
• Ensure resource allocation is effective and aligned with strategic goals.
• Support and collaborate with C-Level colleagues to drive organisational progress.
• Attend high-level meetings and provide regular operational updates and recommendations.
• Act as a key decision-maker in operational strategy, compliance, and performance management.
• Support and coach department heads and senior managers to strengthen internal leadership capacity.
• Step in to provide hands-on support to other C-Level officers and direct reports when needed.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for a confident, experienced, and adaptable leader who can bring structure, strategy, and calm to a dynamic environment. You’ll be most successful in this role if you have:
• Significant experience in operations management, project delivery, or organisational leadership.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple teams or departments in complex environments.
• Strong ethical grounding and commitment to compliance and transparency.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach with the ability to balance strategy and execution.
• Experience mentoring or managing senior leaders or functional heads.
• Comfort working remotely with cross-functional, volunteer-led teams.
• A collaborative, supportive leadership style and openness to learning and adaptation.
• An understanding of the not-for-profit, research, or policy sectors (advantageous but not essential).
What You’ll Gain
• The opportunity to lead national operations for a values-led organisation making a tangible impact.
• Executive-level experience within a collaborative, mission-driven C-Suite.
• The chance to refine strategic and operational leadership skills in a complex, real-world setting.
• Recognition through:
o LinkedIn testimonial and reference
o A public thank you post
o Permission to list the organisation as an employer on your CV/LinkedIn
o A written reference upon completion of your commitment
Important Information
This is a voluntary position. There is no financial payment, benefits, or employment status. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned operations leaders or executives seeking to contribute their expertise to a meaningful, values-driven mission and support the growth of an impactful organisation.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to help shape the strategic and operational backbone of a growing organisation and support our mission through effective leadership, we’d love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer (Non-Uniform Role)
Organisation: Ranger Cadets
Location: REMOTE Flexible / National
Commitment: Volunteer Leadership Role
About Us
Ranger Cadets is a new, independent, non-profit uniformed youth organisation with a bold mission: to engage young people in their communities, equip them with essential life skills, and unlock their full potential. We are non-political, non-religious, and proudly inclusive – open to all, regardless of background.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to shine, to belong, and to grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
The Role
We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead Ranger Cadets in a non-uniform position. This is a pivotal volunteer role for someone who can bring strategic clarity, operational leadership, and inspirational energy to a growing national movement.
As CEO, you will:
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Provide overall leadership and direction for Ranger Cadets.
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Build and sustain partnerships with communities, schools, and youth organisations.
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Oversee governance, safeguarding, and operational excellence.
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Inspire and support volunteers, trustees, and staff to deliver our mission.
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Champion our values of inclusivity, dignity, and opportunity for all.
Who We’re Looking For
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A proven leader with experience in charity, youth work, education, or community development.
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Strong organisational and strategic planning skills.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
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Passion for youth empowerment, social mobility, and community impact.
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Commitment to our values: non-political, non-religious, inclusive, and open to all.
What You’ll Gain
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The chance to shape and grow a national youth organisation from its earliest stages.
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The opportunity to leave a lasting legacy for young people across the UK.
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A role that blends vision, leadership, and community impact.
How to Apply
If you are ready to lead with purpose and help unlock the potential of young people, we would love to hear from you.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Inclusive Boards is delighted to be supporting Lambeth Links in their search for their CEO.
Lambeth Links is a small charity with a big ambition: to be a central point of rallying, communication and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ Community who live, work and socialise in Lambeth – the largest borough in London. The organisation aims to strengthen the links between individuals and groups while also highlighting the many issues that continue to adversely affect the community.
Lambeth has a deep and rich history of LGBTQIA+ activism. From being home to founding members of the Gay Liberation Front (GLF) to hosting Europe’s first EuroPride in Brixton in 1992, the borough has long been the beating heart of the LGBTQIA+ Community. Lambeth Links exists to continue that legacy of championing collective voice and driving forward change.
As CEO, you will lead the operational and strategic running of the charity, make sure that the organisation runs well every day and that it has the people, systems and income to grow.
The ideal candidate will have :
- Significant experience of leading at senior level in a charity, social enterprise, public or community organisation. This might be as a Chief Officer, Director or Head of a significant function with clear accountability for people, budgets and organisational performance.
- Experience of working directly with or supporting a Board of Trustees or similar governing body, including preparing papers, giving honest advice and implementing decisions.
- Experience of organisational development or change, for example improving systems, structures, culture or ways of working in a small organisation.
- Understanding of the issues faced by LGBTQIA+ people, including those who are Black or from other communities of colour, disabled people and people with insecure immigration status, and a commitment to intersectional practice.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please supply the following by 11.59pm on 21/12/2025:
- A detailed CV, setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements.
- A cover letter (maximum two sides of A4) highlighting your suitability for the role. Please explain how you meet the essential criteria and give one or two examples that show how you have already operated at, or very close to, Chief Officer level. For example, leading an organisation or major function, managing whole organisation budgets or income plans, or steering a Board or governing body through a key decision.
- Details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you and over what period of time they have known you. Referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.
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Volunteer: The PR Officer of Hidayah plays a vital role in raising the profile of the organisation. The PR Officer will take the lead in managing relationships with external media, agencies, and partners to help Hidayah achieve its strategic aims. The PR officer will work closely with the Chair and two digital trustees, and focus on increasing visibility, strengthening our public image, and supporting advocacy through effective communication.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
This role will have the following duties, but are not limited to:
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Act as the main point of contact for external media outlets, journalists, and PR agencies on behalf of Hidayah.
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Work with the Chair to help implement their media strategy and PR aims.
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Draft, review and issue press releases, statements, and media content as needed.
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Identify media opportunities that can help platform Hidayah’s work, voices, and campaigns.
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Cultivate and manage relationships with media partners, influencers, and relevant organisations.
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Provide PR advice and guidance to the Chair and help ensure consistent messaging.
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Contribute to the development of key messaging and ensure alignment with organisational policies and values.
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Help monitor media coverage and report back to the Chair on PR impact and reach.
What do we expect from the PR Officer of Hidayah?
Please note that you must agree with and fit the criteria below to be eligible to volunteer in this role:
Knowledge:
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Experience in PR, communications, journalism, or media relations, ideally in the voluntary, charity or advocacy sector.
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Understanding of media landscapes, both mainstream and community-based, with an awareness of LGBTQ+ and/or faith-sensitive contexts.
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Knowledge of reputation management and crisis communications.
Personality:
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Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
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Ability to represent Hidayah with professionalism, sensitivity, and integrity.
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Friendly, enthusiastic, dedicated, and committed to Hidayah’s mission and values.
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Creative thinker who can identify innovative ways to promote Hidayah’s work.
Personal Skills:
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Strong writing and editing skills for creating press releases and media content.
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Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with external partners.
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Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, equality and diversity in communications.
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Ability to respond to media challenges and opportunities with diplomacy and care.
Administration Skills:
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Organised and methodical in managing media contacts and communications records.
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Competence in using email, social media platforms, and shared systems such as Google Drive.
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Ability to draft reports on PR activity for Board meetings.
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Familiarity with digital tools to track media coverage and public engagement.
How much commitment is required?
We are flexible around your own schedule. One average the role will require 2-4 hours per week. The following commitments are in place for all Hidayah volunteers:
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To be available for media requests or to coordinate timely responses as needed.
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To support Hidayah events through PR activity and promotion.
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To help with fundraising efforts by securing media coverage for campaigns and initiatives.
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To check and respond to PR-related emails promptly.
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To maintain clear records of media engagement and press materials in the organisation’s shared systems (Google Drive).
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
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Lead a Movement. Change Men’s Lives.
Who We Are
MINDSET Charity is a new, volunteer-run organisation dedicated to transforming men’s lives across England. We support men on their journeys of mental wellbeing and self-improvement through workshops, creative programmes, and community-building activities.
We are building a movement of resilience, dignity, and brotherhood. To guide us from set-up to launch and beyond, we need a visionary Chief Executive Officer.
The Role of CEO
As our Volunteer CEO, you will:
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Direct, lead, and steer the charity through its foundation, launch, and growth phases.
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Shape and deliver our strategic vision, ensuring MINDSET becomes a trusted national movement.
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Build and inspire a volunteer team, fostering a culture of positivity, resilience, and impact.
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Represent MINDSET Charity to partners, funders, and the wider community, raising awareness and credibility.
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Ensure operational excellence, safeguarding governance, compliance, and sustainability.
This is a volunteer role, but your leadership will be the driving force behind MINDSET Charity’s success.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from leaders of all backgrounds who share our passion for men’s mental wellbeing. Experience in charity leadership, start-ups, or organisational development is valuable, but what matters most is your vision, resilience, and ability to inspire others.
Why Join Us
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Be part of a pioneering charity at its foundation stage.
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Lead a national movement tackling men’s mental health and self-improvement.
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Shape the future of a volunteer-run organisation with lasting impact.
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Collaborate with passionate volunteers united by purpose and brotherhood.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to lead MINDSET Charity from set-up to success, we’d love to hear from you.
This is more than leadership. It’s about building a legacy of resilience, dignity, and hope. Join us, and let’s build MINDSET together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Roots Academy, and use your skills to contribute to the Muslim Ummah!
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
We are currently recruiting a Safeguarding officer to join our people team in the UK.
This is a remote/homebased long-term volunteer position that will be part of the core team at Roots Academy, and we are looking for someone that can volunteer approximately 3-8 hours per week.
About Roots Academy
Roots Academy provides structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action. Roots started in the UK in 2020, and has grown steadily since. Our UK office currently has several teams including Education, Programmes, Marketing, Fundraising and Events. We are also expanding internationally into Ireland, Canada, US, Australia and Türkiye.
About The Role
The Safeguarding Officer will work with the People Team Lead and the Trustee Board in ensuring that appropriate arrangements are in place for keeping students, volunteers and team members safe at Roots Academy.
You will promote the safety and welfare of young people involved in Roots Academy’s activities at all times.
Key tasks
- Support with developing, reviewing and implementing Roots Academy’s safeguarding policies and procedures: ensuring all safeguarding issues concerning students and volunteers who take part in Roots Academy’s activities are responded to appropriately.
- Make sure that everyone working or volunteering at Roots Academy, including the board of trustees, understands the safeguarding policy and procedures and knows what to do if they have concerns about a student or volunteer’s welfare.
- Develop and deliver safeguarding training.
- Make sure students and young people who are involved in activities at Roots Academy know who they can talk to if they have a welfare concern and understand what action the organisation will take in response.
- Receive and record information from anyone who has concerns about a student or volunteer who takes part in Roots Academy’s activities.
- Responding to information that may constitute a safeguarding concern, including a concern that an adult involved with Roots Academy may present a risk to children or young people. This includes:
a. assessing and clarifying the information
b. making referrals to statutory organisations as appropriate
c. consulting with and informing the relevant members of the organisation’s management
d. following the organisation’s safeguarding policy and procedures.
- Liaise with, pass on information to and receive information from statutory agencies such as the police. This includes making formal referrals to agencies when necessary.
- Store and retain safeguarding records according to legal requirements and the organisation’s safeguarding policy and procedures.
- Work closely with the board of trustees the People Team Lead to ensure they are kept up to date with safeguarding issues and are fully informed of any concerns about organisational safeguarding practice.
- Report regularly to the board of trustees on issues relating to safeguarding, to ensure that safeguarding is seen as an ongoing priority issue and that safeguarding requirements are being followed at all levels of the organisation.
What we’re looking for
- The Safeguarding Officer must have received relevant safeguarding training
- Experience as a qualified social worker or safeguarding lead desirable
- Understanding of safeguarding in further education desirable
- Strong understanding of Islam and the Muslim community essential
At Roots Academy, we are committed to providing accessible Islamic Education to individuals from all backgrounds. To achieve this, we are working to build an inclusive and welcoming workplace, reflective of the students we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from Muslim women and Roots students or alumni that have benefitted from a Roots Class, as well as individuals that bring experience from the education sector or charity sector.
What we have to offer
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Be part of a team of over 100+ dedicated volunteers from around the world.
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Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from Roots classes.
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Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots level.
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Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
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Gain hands-on experience, with plenty of opportunities to progress.
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The chance to make a real impact for the Muslim Ummah.
How to Apply
If you're ready to help make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!
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To apply, please submit your CV and Cover letter via the application link.
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In your cover letter, please outline what attracted you to Roots Academy, and what skills have that would make you a good fit for the role.
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As we are working to improve diversity and inclusion within the organisation, we encourage candidates to voluntarily complete an optional anonymous survey ( application instructions). This will allow us to monitor our progress and identify where we can improve.
Roots Academy is committed to safeguarding, diversity, equity, and inclusion. All successful candidates may be required to undergo safeguarding training and relevant background checks before starting their role.
Roots Academy is committed to providing an environment free from harassment and discrimination. We strive to provide equal opportunities and ensure that decisions regarding recruitment, compensation, performance evaluation and terminations are made fairly and transparently.
If you wish to contact us to request any accommodations or additional support during the recruitment process, raise any related concerns, make suggestions or provide feedback, please email us.
Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position.
Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.
As we are working to improve diversity and inclusion within the organisation, we encourage candidates to voluntarily complete this optional, anonymous survey. This will allow us to monitor our progress and identify where we can improve: https://tally.so/r/np8zWy
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
Could you be our new Chair?
Our fantastic Chair’s tenure will be coming to an end in 2026, so we are looking to appoint her successor to help Student Minds improve university communities so that every student gets the mental health support they need to reach their goals.
At Student Minds, we’re working to improve university communities so that no student is held back by their mental health. So it should come as no surprise that we are keen to reflect the communities we serve, maintain a diverse board and ensure student voices are represented. This is key to our mission and our continued impact.
We are open-minded about the professional background of this individual and are mostly looking for someone with experience of leading effective, inclusive teams, of chairing complex organisations or meetings, and in building influential cross-sector partnerships.
Key responsibilities
Student Minds Chair is expected to commit to the following:
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Preparation and attendance at four board meetings a year. Board meetings are held online and take place on weekdays from 5 - 7.30 pm.
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Preparation and attendance at two in-person board away days each year, usually from 12.30 - 5 pm. These usually take place in Leeds and include a lunchtime or evening social.
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Monthly supervision calls with the Chief Executive
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Annual in-person appraisal of the Chief Executive
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Support with board appraisals and recruitment
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Ad-hoc meetings and conversations with the senior leadership team as required. This usually constitutes approximately a further five working days a year.
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Attendance at relevant task-group meetings and/or committees.
So, if you want to help shape the future of student mental health, download our recruitment pack to find out more!
How to apply?
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For more information about the role responsibilities please download our recruitment pack that is linked
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Download and complete our application form which is available via the link
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Complete the Equality Monitoring Form.
Application process
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Application closing deadline: Monday the 5th January at 11.59 pm - make sure you send your completed application form by this date
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Interviews: 27th January, with our Chair, Trustee and CEO
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Appointment: subject to approval by the Student Minds Board
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Income Generation Officer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the financial sustainability and growth of Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW), supporting 47 active mountain rescue teams across the region. This voluntary position is responsible for devising and implementing a robust income generation strategy to ensure the long-term funding and stability of the organisation.
Resource is required to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to support long-term funding and organisation growth, financial stability and the achievement of income goals. This will include building relations with major donors, corporate partnerships, legacies and individual giving. In addition, there is scope to drive income through MR membership and via grants from trusts, foundations and government.
Reporting to the CEO, the person will need to contribute to the MREW’s overall future strategy. There will be a need to understand the MR structure and to have the ability to work as part of the MREW Senior Management Team, and alongside trustees, liaison team, regional structure and local teams.
Using the MREW Income Generation Strategy, they will review all existing income generation streams to understand their viability and scalability, along with all potential new income streams to develop sustainable income for MREW.
Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW) is a voluntary organisation that provides mountain rescue services 24/7, 365 days a year, and offers support to communities during other crises. It consists of 47 independent volunteer search and rescue teams that operate across eight geographical areas. The organisation serves as the national body to represent the whole organisation, acting as an advisory body, linking with partner organisations and helping to standardise training and share information.
Objectives
The overarching activities for this role are:
- Develop an income generation plan, aligning with the financial planning cycle, with a periodic review and reporting cycle. Deliver against the plan.
- Central to the role will be the following essential tasks:
- Grant Writing: Researching and writing grant proposals to secure funding from various trusts, foundations, and government agencies.
- Corporate Partnerships: Building and maintaining relationships with businesses to secure corporate sponsorships, donations, and in-kind contributions.
- Donor Engagement: Cultivating and managing relationships with individual donors and supporters to ensure their engagement and long-term support.
- Create an opportunity to develop long-term wills and legacy income.
- Develop compelling cases for support grounded in impact and aligned with MREW values and mission.
- Build and steward high-value relationships with funders, donors and strategic partners.
- Oversee income targets whilst ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
- Research and develop grant opportunities from national and local bodies, in conjunction with regional and local teams.
- Lead on income generation for MREW, working with member teams and all other stakeholders. Support regional and local team fundraising opportunities. Foster collaboration, empowerment and accountability.
- Agree on short-term and long-term fundraising targets and opportunities alongside the MREW Senior Management Team.
- Represent MREW at relevant external meetings.
Skills
- Experience generating income, with a demonstrable track record of developing and leading fundraising strategies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to foster trust and accurately represent MREW’s mission and goals.
- Ability to work alongside colleagues and manage competing priorities.
- Financial literacy, including budget creation and management.
- Creativity, imagination and intuition.
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter with a proactive attitude, drive and enthusiasm to carry out projects to conclusion. You will need to demonstrate a commitment to the charity's mission and cause.
Qualifications
- Financial or project management qualifications are desirable.
Additional notes
- To work with the Finance Director to plan for future year budgets and to ensure that an accurate record of all financial transactions are produced and maintained for the MREW Finance Director, including the fundraising pipeline.
- To ensure all committee members are treated fairly through MREW Equal Opportunities Policy.
- To work with the national media team to release press statements/support campaigns as required.
- This is a voluntary role within MREW, elected annually; it is expected that the applicant will serve a term of 5 years, with a possible extension of a further 5 years if desired.
- Travel during the working day may be required, with occasional absence from home overnight, as meetings with funders and other stakeholders may cover a large geographical area. Out-of-pocket expenses can be reclaimed in line with the MREW Expenses Policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Sign Language Officer oversees the teachers in running the BSL and Makaton teaching sessions once a week, ensuring volunteers engage in the sessions and thus utilise their skills at events. This involves building lesson plans, working to create engaging sessions and materials and helping to conduct teaching sessions.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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Regional Officers oversee chapters within a certain region. They provide support and guidance to the Presidents (and the rest of committee if needed) including advice and signposting as needed. They can also provide hands on support if requested. They should encourage chapters to collaborate including the sharing of resources, socials, fundraisers, training and events.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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The Merch Officer oversees the sale and creation of Make a Smile merch. This includes facilitation of committee hoodies, distribution of Make a Smile t-shirts and management of online merch sales. This can include designing new merch options, pushing additional sales on social media and auditing digital stock.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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The Conference Officer takes the lead of running the Annual National Conference. This includes the organisation of a sub-committee, financing, logistics, content of the training eg. speakers and social aspects. In addition to organising the conference, they should organise attendance at other conferences for recruitment and fundraising purposes. This should
include comic conventions and medical conferences.
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers



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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise tackling food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships. We are seeking a Recruitment Officer to lead SSI’s recruitment activities. This role will focus on attracting, selecting, and supporting team members across SSI’s operations, ensuring they are welcomed, trained, and empowered to contribute to our mission and social impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and deliver recruitment campaigns across relevant channels.
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Respond to applications and enquiries, guiding candidates and volunteers through the recruitment process.
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Review applications, coordinate interviews, and facilitate the selection process for all roles.
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Coordinate onboarding and induction, including role information, training, and support materials.
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Maintain accurate recruitment records, role descriptions, and schedules.
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Work with team leads to identify staffing and volunteer needs and ensure timely recruitment to fill operational gaps.
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Support engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives to build a motivated, diverse, and committed workforce.
Core Duties
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Ensure recruitment practices align with SSI’s mission, values, and compliance standards, including safeguarding and equality policies.
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Exercise professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all recruitment and onboarding matters.
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Safeguard confidentiality and data protection in handling candidate and volunteer information.
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Collaborate with internal teams to design clear, accessible role profiles that meet operational needs.
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Contribute to projects or committees related to recruitment, HR, or organisational development as required.
Expectations of the Role
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Attend and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions.
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Stay informed about best practice and trends in recruitment, volunteering, and workforce development.
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Participate in initiatives or campaigns where staffing and volunteer support are key.
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Maintain confidentiality and uphold SSI’s ethical standards, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About You
Essential
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Commitment to SSI’s mission and social impact.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
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Experience in recruitment, HR, or volunteer management.
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Confidence in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds and building positive candidate experiences.
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
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Proficient with IT tools including email, spreadsheets, and recruitment platforms.
Desirable
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Knowledge of social enterprise, community organisations, or nonprofit operations.
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Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment.
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Experience with applicant tracking systems, volunteer databases, or HR software.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Practical, hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, and workforce management.
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Access to professional development, networking, and career growth opportunities.
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Reimbursement of reasonable travel and meeting expenses.
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The chance to influence SSI’s people strategy and help build a motivated, diverse, and high-performing team.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise tackling food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships. We are seeking a Volunteer Fundraising Officer to support SSI’s financial sustainability and growth. This role will focus on securing funding through grant writing, donor engagement, and community fundraising initiatives, ensuring SSI can continue delivering its mission and expanding its social impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Identify, research, and pursue grant opportunities, donor funding, and community fundraising streams.
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Develop high-quality, persuasive, and compliant funding proposals and applications.
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Maintain SSI’s funding tracker, calendar, and reporting systems.
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Build and maintain relationships with funders, local partners, and community stakeholders.
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Support outcome and impact reporting to funders and the board.
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Contribute to SSI’s fundraising strategy and advise on opportunities for growth.
Core Duties
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Ensure fundraising and grant activities align with SSI’s mission and compliance standards.
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Exercise professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all fundraising matters.
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Safeguard financial accuracy and transparency in proposals and reports.
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Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, stories, and supporting evidence for applications.
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Create compelling marketing materials to promote fundraising initiatives across various channels.
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Join working groups or project committees related to fundraising and development.
Expectations of the Role
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Attend and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions.
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Stay informed about trends in funding, social enterprise, and community development.
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Participate in project groups or campaigns where relevant to fundraising objectives.
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Maintain confidentiality and uphold SSI’s ethical standards, including diversity and inclusion.
About You
Essential
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Commitment to SSI’s mission and community impact.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
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Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or donor management.
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Solutions-driven mindset, with attention to detail and accuracy in proposals and budgets.
Desirable
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Knowledge of social enterprise, food systems, sustainability, or community engagement.
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Understanding of finance, governance, or nonprofit operations.
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Lived experience of food insecurity or involvement in community-led initiatives.
What We Offer
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Opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience in fundraising, grant writing, and donor management.
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Networking opportunities through community events and partnerships.
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Reimbursement of reasonable travel and meeting expenses.
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Training and professional development to support growth and impact on SSI’s mission.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.
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!
Research & Policy Officer (Volunteer)
Purpose: To support research / policy projects in areas of the UK, ensuring strategic alignment, quality assurance, and effective collaboration that drives systemic change for young people across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic oversight of research / policy projects, ensuring outputs are high-quality and impactful.
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Lead on drafting policy briefs and research reports, setting standards for evidence-based advocacy.
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Coordinate multi-stakeholder collaboration, i.e councils, commissions, and community organisations to deliver change.
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Identify emerging issues and opportunities, help in shaping the research agenda in line with organisational priorities.
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Represent the organisation in external meetings.
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Ensure consistency and coherence across multiple projects running in different localities.
Person Specification
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Background in social policy, law, health, climate, or political science, ideally with professional or postgraduate experience.
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Proven ability to manage complex projects and coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
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Excellent strategic thinking and communication skills, able to influence decision-makers.
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Strong IT and remote collaboration skills.
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Deep commitment to human rights