Operations Training Officer Volunteer Roles in Edinburgh
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Role Specification: Chief Executive
Location: Remote (UK-based), with occasional travel to Uganda.
Commitment: Part-time, voluntary position. Approx 6-8 hours a month
Overview:
The CEO will provide strategic leadership to a UK-registered charity focused on delivering impactful education initiatives in Uganda as well as professional training to vulnerable young adults in Uganda, enabling them to escape extreme poverty through gaining employable skills. This person will drive the charity’s vision, oversee operations, and ensure sustainable growth and funding.
This person will work with a dedicated team who have been with the charity for many years plus the trustees (three of which are the originating members) who are still devoted in supporting in an advisory function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategy: Develop and execute the charity's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with its mission. To ensure that the charity’s values, ethos and policies are consistently implemented. The Chief Executive is expected to participate in or lead a trip to inspect our international operations at least biennially. All major expenses will be paid by the charity.
- Governance: Work closely with the Board of Trustees to maintain compliance with UK charity regulations.
- Management: To run the charity efficiently and effectively by ensuring that the charity has an appropriate management structure and management systems in order to fulfil its strategic objectives and to carry out its work. To ensure that the charity is aware of best practice and that it constantly works to achieve this within the constraints laid down by the trustees and resources available
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and local communities.
- Risk Management: To ensure that the major risks to which the charity is exposed are reviewed regularly by the board and the executive team, systems have been established to mitigate these risks, and a risk analysis is automatically carried out when taking on new work or proposing new work to the board
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Proven leadership experience, ideally in the charity or education sector.
- Strong strategic and operational planning skills.
- Exceptional communication and fundraising abilities.
- Experience in cross-cultural collaboration; knowledge of Ugandan context is a plus.
- Passion for education and international development.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on education and communities in Uganda
- Expenses paid trips to Uganda
- Flexible working arrangements with a dedicated and passionate team.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 1,800 students across the UK.
Role Summary
As a Governance Officer, you will work closely with the Governance Lead to ensure strong governance practices across Roots Academy. Your role will focus on supporting governance frameworks, policies, and compliance measures to align with charity governance requirements and relevant regulations. You will also play a key role in embedding a culture of governance across the organisation.
Key tasks
▪ Trustee Support
○ Assist trustees with governance-related tasks and ensure they have access to relevant policies, guidelines, and resources.
○ Direct trustees to appropriate regulatory frameworks, best practices, and governance training materials.
▪ Governance & Compliance Support
○ Support the onboarding process for new trustees, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected and securely stored.
○ Assist in coordinating trustee meetings, including preparation of agendas, accurate minute-taking, and document distribution.
○ Maintain key governance registers, such as the register of interests, policy register, and risk register, ensuring timely updates and compliance.
▪ Policy & Risk Management
○ Support the Governance Lead in developing and reviewing governance policies, including Conflict of Interest, Risk Management, and Whistleblowing Policies.
○ Assist team leads in ensuring policies are implemented effectively and aligned with best practices.
○ Help monitor compliance with Charity Commission regulations and the Fundraising Code of Conduct.
▪ Embedding a Governance Culture
○ Assist in raising awareness of governance principles across the organisation.
○ Support the Governance Lead in organising training sessions or briefings on governance best practices.
○ Help integrate governance principles into the organisation’s operations and decision-making processes.
What we’re looking for
▪ Interest or experience in charity governance, risk management, or compliance.
▪ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
▪ Excellent organisation and communication skills.
▪ Ability to work independently while collaborating with different teams.
▪ Familiarity with Charity Commission Regulations and governance best practices (desirable but not essential).
What we have to offer
▪ Be part of a dedicated team of 90+ volunteers across the UK.
▪ Contribute to a growing organisation that educates and empowers the Muslim community.
▪ Access to in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
▪ Receive continuous rewards for facilitating Islamic education through Roots Academy.
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to students across the UK and beyond.

UK-based peacebuilding charity seeks programme interns to become actively involved in programmes, providing meaningful assistance to the organisation as it carries out its mission.
Concordis International is a UK registered charity which runs peacebuilding programmes in Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Sudan and South Sudan.
Our vision is for every community affected by armed conflict to have the resources they need to manage future conflicts peacefully. Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions that address the root causes of conflict and contribute to lasting peace and economic development. We’re committed to finding solutions that benefit women as well as men, young and old, those in armed groups as well as those who chose not to take up arms, national governments as well as civil society.
Concordis welcomes applications from potential interns who have:
- An interest in peacebuilding at a conceptual level and a curiosity about how it works in practice
- A relevant masters degree in international relations, development studies, conflict analysis or similar (some of our interns work with us while completing their masters)
- Professional level French and English (Arabic would be a bonus)
Position: Programme Intern
Location: Working from home (interns are welcome to join team meetings when in London)
Duration: 6 months, minimum three days per week. Working hours can be flexible and we are able to accommodate different time zones.
Remuneration: Volunteer; there is no salary or stipend, but Concordis will reimburse reasonable expenses including a small daily lunch allowance of £5/day.
Training: Concordis will ensure interns receive a high level of relevant experience, including training from senior members of staff
Closing date: 16th February 2025
Start date: mid-end March 2025
Reporting to: Programme Development Manager & Operations Manager
Overview: Programme interns work directly with the Concordis programme teams on all aspects of designing, implementing and evaluating peacebuilding programmes. The main areas of work in which interns are involved include research, conflict analysis, media reviews and report writing. Interns monitor international and regional institutions and grant making organisations for funding opportunities. Programme interns may also be asked to acquire new skills or to work with new technology and will be expected to take their turn in tasks such as monitoring the security of teams on the road.
Concordis seeks to build relationships of trust and respect, considering this to be at the heart of successful peace processes. The work of all members of the Concordis team is required to conform to and advance such an approach.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Your internship role within Concordis will be shaped by what is happening on Concordis programmes during the six months you spend with the organisation and by your interests, experience and abilities. As a team, we rely on each member to contribute their skills to our work and we will look to make the most of what you have to offer, while at the same time giving you opportunities to develop new skills and to challenge yourself.
You may be asked to carry out research and analysis into countries in which we are active, guided by our research managers and following our research methodology. Your role may include assisting with the development of project proposals, monitoring international news outlets and researching potential new project areas. You may be asked to help with monitoring and evaluating our programmes, working with the programme managers and programme officers to understand and capture results from our programme activities.
You may also be required to give practical, logistical and administrative support to the programme team to which you are allocated, including helping to set up data collection systems, analysing the data collected, preparing and sharing reports, liaising with project partners, preparing for dialogue or training sessions, translating peacebuilding material and taking notes at internal and external meetings.
You will attend team meetings and programme update meetings where you will hear from the Director of Programmes and other members of the programme teams, giving you the chance to understand what is happening on the programmes and to ask questions about any aspect of peacebuilding.
You will be asked to research sources of funding and may be involved in drafting applications for funding, including generating ideas for new programmes that meet the needs of communities and donors.
You may be required to attend external meetings, seminars and conferences and to contribute to website and social media content. You will be given opportunities and time to attend virtual training on peacebuilding and related topics. You will be asked to be part of the Security Monitoring rota whereby we take turns to track the movements of the in-field staff. This does include occasional weekend working.
The internships are designed to give you concrete experience in research, programme management and funding within the international development sector.
The role will require you to work virtually with our UK team, with programme teams in one or more of the countries in which Concordis operates and with your fellow interns. If you live in or are visiting London, we will be delighted to welcome you to join some team meetings in person.
Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for individuals who are flexible, responsive and passionate about supporting recovery for children and young people who have been affected by child sexual abuse and domestic abuse, and who are excited to work with our team supporting our beliefs and values:
- Compassionate commitment: responding with empathy and walking alongside others even in the toughest times.
- Acceptance: listening, appreciating people as they are and welcoming the whole person.
- Seeking justice: removing taboos by engaging with the reality of child sexual abuse honestly and supporting others to do the same.
- Creative empowerment: exploring possibilities together to cultivate the potential and strength in all of us.
- Holding our ground: standing firm for the things we believe in.
IMARA CIO is a local charity committed to supporting children, young people, and families who have experienced the trauma of child sexual abuse and domestic abuse. We offer a range of services, including therapeutic support, advocacy, and education, with a focus on empowering those affected and creating safer communities. Despite our modest income of just under £1 million, we are a key player in both national and regional efforts to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families, having built a strong reputation within the sector.
Our board of trustees provides governance, strategic direction, and oversight to ensure that our charity remains focused on its mission. We are seeking an individual with expertise in finance and accounting (preferably within the charity sector), to provide oversight of the charity’s finances, provide financial leadership to the Finance Director and Senior Leadership Team, and drive development of the charity.
The Treasurer is a key member of the charity's Board of Trustees, responsible for overseeing the charity's financial health and ensuring that its financial practices align with legal and regulatory requirements. The Treasurer plays a vital role in ensuring the charity is well-managed, transparent, and sustainable by providing financial oversight, guidance, and strategic direction to the Board and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Oversight:
- Ensure that the charity's financial systems and records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with legal and regulatory standards (e.g., Charity Commission, HMRC).
- Monitor the charity’s income, expenditure, cash flow, and financial reporting.
- Review and approve financial reports, including balance sheets, income and expenditure statements, and cash flow forecasts.
- Prepare and present financial summaries and reports for Board meetings, in conjunction with the Finance Director.
- Budgeting and Financial Planning:
- Oversee the preparation of the charity's annual budget, in collaboration with the Executive team and the Board.
- Ensure the budget aligns with the charity’s strategic goals and is financially sustainable.
- Monitor and report on the charity's financial performance against the budget throughout the year.
- Fundraising and Investments:
- Advise the Board on fundraising strategy and financial implications, ensuring financial targets are met.
- Oversee the management of any charity investments and ensure they are in line with the charity’s ethical policies and risk appetite.
- Internal Controls and Compliance:
- Ensure that internal controls are in place to protect the charity’s assets and ensure the integrity of financial operations.
- Advise the Board on financial risk management and ensure that appropriate risk management policies are in place.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, charity law, and any other financial regulations affecting the charity (e.g., VAT, Gift Aid).
- External Audit and Reporting:
- Oversee the annual external audit/independent review process, liaising with auditors and ensuring that any recommendations are acted upon.
- Ensure timely submission of annual accounts to the Charity Commission and other statutory bodies.
- Sign the charity's annual financial statements and ensure the charity meets all reporting deadlines.
- Strategic Financial Advice:
- Provide financial expertise and advice to the Board on strategic decisions, helping the Board to make informed decisions based on sound financial analysis.
- Advise on fundraising strategies and sustainable funding sources.
- Support and Leadership:
- Mentor and support staff or volunteers responsible for the charity’s day-to-day financial management.
- Build positive relationships with trustees, senior staff, donors, and external partners
Key Skills and Experience:
- Financial Expertise: Experience in financial management, preferably within a charity or not-for-profit environment.
- Professional Qualification: A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or significant experience in financial oversight.
- Knowledge of Charity Finance: A strong understanding of charity financial reporting standards, tax regulations (including VAT and Gift Aid), and the UK Charity Commission’s requirements.
- Risk Management: Ability to assess and manage financial risks effectively.
- Leadership and Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and advising senior leadership on strategic decisions.
- Ethical Integrity: High standard of personal integrity, ensuring that the charity operates with transparency and accountability.
Personal Attributes:
- Commitment to the Charity’s Mission: A passion for the charity’s cause and a strong desire to contribute to its success.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in reviewing financial documents and identifying issues or discrepancies.
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to understand complex financial data and communicate it in a straightforward manner.
- Collaborative: Ability to work effectively with other trustees, staff, and volunteers.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourage applications from individuals with a range of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, including those with lived experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you share your expertise to enable people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health issues to live gloriously ordinary lives?
Have you got credibility and passion to make a difference?
If the answer is yes, why not consider becoming a FitzRoy Trustee?
About us
FitzRoy is a pioneering national charity, providing a range of support to people who need support to enable them to live independent lives. Our vision is a society where people are treated as equals within inclusive communities and empowered to ensure their rights and aspirations are met.
About the role
As a Trustee, you will have the opportunity to influence our development, and with the other members of our Board, you will be responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity.
We are seeking two new trustees from communities currently under-represented on our board, specifically those with Black or Asian heritage and women. We value a range of mixed voices and aspire to a governance which reflects the diversity of our workforce and the people we support.
Trustee experience or experience in the charity or social care sector is not required, and training and mentorship will be available to those interested in developing their leadership skills through being a Trustee.
At this time, we are particularly interested in speaking to people with knowledge and expertise in the following areas:
• Clinical/health/mental health
• Fundraising
We encourage applications from those with a personal experience of learning disabilities, autism or mental health issues.
In return If you are able to commit your time and energy you will be rewarded by being part of a forward thinking charity dedicated to transforming lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health issues. This is a voluntary role, with paid travel expenses requiring approximately one day per month of your time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting for RNLI Trustees
People will always need our help. You could play an important part in making sure we can always be there to answer that call.
As we launch into our third century of lifesaving, we are seeking people to join our trustee board who have experience as a Non-Executive Director or Trustee and experience within large, complex organisations, in any of the following areas:
- Providing commercial and financial leadership
- People management at a senior level
- Audit, risk management and/or assurance
For further details about the role and what skills you will need please see the attached recruitment pack.
The impact you will make
This is an important role for the RNLI, our trustees are a body of volunteers who carry the full financial and legal responsibility for everything the RNLI does. You will be contributing advice, expertise and effective leadership as a Trustee. You will be helping us to adapt for the future, enabling us to continue achieving our purpose of saving lives at sea.
This is an unpaid voluntary opportunity within the RNLI. Travel and subsistence costs will be reimbursed in line with RNLI policy.
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for over 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone.
In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable).
In person interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled to take place in London in the week commencing 17th March 2025.
To apply, complete an application form and attach a copy of your CV. The closing date for this role is Sunday 23rd February 2025.
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Reports to: Chief Development Officer
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Head of Governance & Legal Support to lead the governance and legal functions of Youth Advantage UK. The Head of Governance & Legal Support will oversee compliance, risk management, and legal operations to ensure the charity operates within all applicable regulations and ethical standards. Managing the Governance & Legal Support Manager, this role will also involve developing and implementing governance frameworks that support organisational growth and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
● Manage Governance & Legal Support Team: Provide leadership and guidance to the Governance & Legal Support Manager and ensure the team operates effectively.
● Develop Governance Frameworks: Create and implement policies, procedures, and systems to strengthen the charity’s governance structure.
● Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards, including charity law, data protection, and safeguarding.
● Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, maintaining a comprehensive risk register and working with leadership to address potential challenges.
● Support the Board of Trustees: Act as a key liaison for the Board, preparing meeting agendas, maintaining minutes, and ensuring timely submission of governance reports.
● Legal Oversight: Manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
● Training & Development: Provide training and resources to staff and volunteers on governance and compliance matters, ensuring understanding and adherence to policies.
● Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with legal advisors, regulators, and other stakeholders to support organisational compliance.
● Drive Organisational Values: Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical practice across the organisation.
Ideal Candidate:
● Experience: At least six months in a senior governance, legal, or compliance-focused leadership role within the charity sector or a similar organisation.
● Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and develop teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
● Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of charity law, governance best practices, and regulatory compliance.
● Risk Management Expertise: Experience in identifying and mitigating risks in a complex organisational environment.
● Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
● Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with governance and compliance tools, systems, and processes.
● Commitment to Diversity: Understanding and experience in embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion within governance practices.
● Passion for Youth Development: Genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and advancing the mission of Youth Advantage UK.
Day-to-day Tasks:
● Managing the Governance & Legal Support team, including sharing best practices and ensuring professional standards are met.
● Ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, legal regulations, and internal policies.
● Preparing and distributing materials for Board of Trustee meetings, including agendas and reports.
● Reviewing and negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
● Monitoring and updating the organisation’s risk register.
● Providing guidance on data protection, safeguarding, and ethical practices.
● Maintaining organisational policies and ensuring they are up-to-date and effectively implemented.
● Building relationships with external legal advisors and regulatory bodies.
Short-term Tasks:
● Conducting a review of current governance policies and frameworks to identify areas for improvement.
● Establishing a schedule for regular governance and legal compliance audits.
● Updating the organisation’s risk register and developing mitigation plans for high-priority risks.
● Developing training materials for staff and volunteers on governance and compliance topics.
● Creating a roadmap for aligning governance practices with the organisation’s strategic goals.
Why Join Youth Advantage UK?
Youth Advantage UK is a research led organization that aims to further the rights of young people between 11 and 25 years old across the UK through policy work and projects. As the Head of Governance & Legal Support, you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity operates with integrity, accountability, and transparency. You will work with a passionate and dedicated team, contribute to meaningful initiatives, and develop frameworks that ensure the long-term sustainability of our mission. Youth Advantage UK is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where volunteers can grow both professionally and personally.
To be considered you must provide a one page cover letter and your cv.
The Legal Trustee will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance with a special interest in the legal implications of the strategy, governance and support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation.
We are particularly interested in applicants who have experience or knowledge of Health & Safety to join our Health and Safety Committee.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing the CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines.
You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we create and implement our new 5 year strategy for 2025-2030.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.