Recruitment officer volunteer roles in belfast
Ready to make a meaningful difference through purposeful leadership?
At Sight Concern Bedfordshire, we’re here to make sure people living with sight loss can lead full, independent, and active lives. Rooted in our local communities across Bedfordshire and Luton, we’ve been quietly making a big impact for over 25 years.
We’re now actively looking for a new Chair of Trustees to help shape our next chapter.
This is a special opportunity to bring thoughtful, grounded leadership to a charity with a clear mission and deep community ties. You’ll be stepping in at a pivotal point as we modernise, grow our partnerships, and explore how assistive technologies and accessible services can unlock new possibilities for those we support.
As Chair, you’ll work closely with our CEO as a trusted partner, someone who can offer encouragement, challenge when needed, and help build a culture of inclusion, community, and accountability. You'll ensure our governance remains robust and fit for the future, and that our Board continues to deliver collaboratively, constructively, and always aligned with our values.
You’ll also represent the charity externally to help us grow our network and strengthen local relationships, as well as amplifying our voice when the opportunity arises. You’ll also help us foster an environment where people feel valued, lived experience is in our central scope, and blind and partially sighted individuals remain at the heart of every decision we make.
We’re not just looking for someone to keep the wheels turning, we’re looking for a leader who understands how crucial it is to lead with integrity, empathy, and purpose. Someone who understands that the best kind of change evolves through collaboration, not control.
You don’t need to have been a Chair before, but you should bring experience as a senior leader in a professional setting or have worked closely with a CEO or senior executive. An understanding of charity governance is key, and we’re also looking for someone with flourishing people skills and a genuine commitment to inclusion and accessibility.
If you’ve got previous Trustee experience too, that’s a bonus.
Does this sound like you?
If the answer is yes, and you're ready to help guide our charity through a meaningful and exciting phase of its journey, we’d love to hear from you.
The official Recruitment Pack can be found on the Sight Concern Bedfordshire website.
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Position: Law Support Officer (remote position)
Role: Volunteering position for 2 hours a week (across 2 mornings a week)
Scope:
Along with all other staff, the worker may be required to:
a) carry out legal research of case outcomes, providing brief (approximately 200 words) case summaries in civil law, criminal law and family law.
b) assist with the general day to day administration (including providing case updates to clients and other third parties, drafting of documents and helping to create and update a monthly newsletter)
c) supervise and mentor student volunteers;
d) support the Centre in contact with the public, legal practitioners and other community sector organisations;
Organisation Summary:
Central and Direct Law Advice Centre promotes social justice through:
• providing legal advice, legal services and education to young people and people struggling to afford typical legal fees, and to groups who advocate for them
• participating in activities which reduce inequalities and administrative and social practices that impact on disadvantaged people.
Statement of Shared Philosophy and Values:
To achieve its purpose, Central and Direct Law:
• is committed to reducing social inequities for people striving and maintaining their
rights
• works with clients so they can assert their rights
• focuses on preventative measures
• seeks new and better ways of providing legal services to clients
• is flexible in its service so that it remains responsive to changing social needs
• advocates for the public interest through issues which affect the wider society or
significant sections of the society
• uses its resources efficiently and effectively
Expiry Date:
Rolling
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2–4 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Secretary / Trustee to join our board and ensure strong governance. The Secretary will help the charity meet its legal and regulatory responsibilities while supporting the delivery of its mission.
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain accurate records of trustee meetings and decisions
· Ensure compliance with charity law and CIO regulations
· Support trustee recruitment, induction, and governance processes
· Act as a point of contact for official communications
· Assist with reporting to the Charity Commission
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements
· Strong organisational and administrative skills
· Familiarity with charity governance and trustee responsibilities (training can be provided)
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 2–4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 3–5 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Chair / Trustee to lead our board, provide strategic direction, and ensure effective governance. The Chair will guide the charity through registration and early operations while supporting the delivery of its mission.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the trustee board and ensure effective governance
· Chair board meetings and oversee decision-making
· Support trustee recruitment, induction, and development
· Act as a primary contact for stakeholders and regulators
· Oversee compliance with charity law and CIO regulations
· Assist with reporting to the Charity Commission
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements
· Strong leadership, organisational, and strategic skills
· Familiarity with charity governance and trustee responsibilities (training can be provided)
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 3–5 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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ROLE DESCRIPTION
The PR is responsible for the preparation of a press kit and outreach communications to send to journalist and media companies to publish our news on their blogs, sites, socials etc.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will create a pool of contacts on excel spreadsheet to use for press releases and media outreach on behalf of the organisation
Creating stories for several projects that are of clear benefit to the organisation including our films, music productions, acting for film workshops, artist development workshops for young people from different boroughs in West London. This role will work closely with project stakeholders, including young people organisations, funders and partners, probation officers, as well as collaborate with our Research and Performance and Collective Action departments to learn from our work and embed best practice.
This role will work closely with the Managing Director and project manager colleagues to lead our delivery portfolio through your story creations.
You will also promote our projects, recruit volunteers to support our promos and promote our programmes through the online platform such as YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
The PRO will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating the success of online promotional programmes. They will work closely with a portfolio of partners to design meaningful online interventions for our beneficiaries, as well as leading on the recruitment of volunteers to promote programmes and the evaluation of programmes using the One Place vision of change.
KEY SKILLS
Understanding and experience of marketing and online promotion of projects such as films and music with experience of promoting effective projects on a regional scale preferred but not essential, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and a passion for making a difference to the lives of young people and organisations purpose. We are looking for someone who is proactive, inclusive, inspiring, highly organised and uses their initiative to find creative solutions and manage multiple priorities.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2–4 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Communications Trustee to join our board and lead the charity’s communication strategy. This trustee will ensure the charity’s mission, projects, and stories are shared effectively with audiences, stakeholders, and partners.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and oversee the charity’s communications strategy
· Ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and materials
· Support engagement with media, partners, and the public
· Advise on digital and social media presence
· Assist with reporting and communication to stakeholders
· Contribute to trustee meetings and governance
· Delegate to volunteers within the Communications & Fundraising committee
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements
· Experience or interest in communications, PR, marketing, or media
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 2–4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2–4 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Media Trustee to join our board and lead the charity’s media strategy and content creation. This trustee will help share the charity’s projects, expeditions, and mission with a wide audience, while having the freedom to retain their work for personal portfolio use.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and oversee the charity’s media strategy:
· Create or advise on multimedia content (photo, video, audio, digital)
· Support engagement with media outlets and online audiences
· Advise on storytelling, branding, and public-facing communications
· Assist with reporting and media-related updates to stakeholders
· Contribute to trustee meetings and governance
· Delegate to editing volunteers within the Media Committee
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements:
· Experience or interest in media production, content creation, or storytelling
· Strong communication and creative skills
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 2–4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain:
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
· Permission to retain media content created for personal portfolio or professional use
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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The Charities HR Network – Trustee
Following a period of significant growth, The Charities HR Network (CHRN) is looking for three new Trustees to join its board in 2025.
As the UK’s only network dedicated to supporting HR professionals in the charity sector, CHRN plays a vital role in connecting professionals, championing best practice, and providing tools and resources that really make a difference.
This is a voluntary role with real influence. Trustees help guide CHRN’s strategic direction, support the CEO and team, and ensure that its growing membership continues to be served in meaningful and forward-thinking ways.
Active for over 20 years, the CHRN now supports over 150 charities and is aiming to double this reach within the next three years. As part of this next chapter, CHRN is particularly keen to appoint trustees with experience in talent acquisition, learning and development, or organisational development. Two of these appointments will also help lead specialist groups in these areas.
CHRN welcomes applications from individuals with senior experience in HR or the charity sector. Previous board experience isn’t required, but the ability to think strategically, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to inclusion and equity is important.
Key details:
- Remote/virtual meetings (likely one per year face to face) – trustees can be based anywhere in the UK
- Time commitment: around 4–6 board and committee meetings per year
- Voluntary position with expenses covered
- A supportive and inclusive team culture, with opportunities to influence sector-wide change
- Personal and professional development through board-level experience, networking, and leadership of special interest groups
- Initial tenure of 3 years, with an option to extend for an additional 2 years
Trustees at CHRN are hands-on, insightful, and central to the success of the organisation. They work closely with the CEO and team to support service delivery, develop partnerships (including with the CIPD), and ensure that CHRN continues to meet the evolving needs of its members.
To apply, candidates should send a CV and short supporting statement to Peter Reeve, CEO. Informal conversations are welcome in advance and Peter can be contacted via email or LinkedIn.
Deadline for applications: 5pm, 15 September 2025
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- Location: UK-wide (Board meetings online, with occasional in-person events)
- Time Commitment: 8–12 hours per month
- Term: Initial 3-year term, renewable up to a maximum of 9 years
- Remuneration: Voluntary Role (expenses reimbursed)
- Start Date: October 2025
- Applications Open: July 2025
- Applications Close Date: 5 pm, Friday 5th September 2025
- Interview Dates: 15th September (PM) and 17th September (AM)
About DiMHN:
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to transforming mental health environments through inclusive, evidence-based design. Our network brings together professionals from healthcare, design, policy, and lived experience to improve mental health outcomes and create spaces that promote dignity, safety, and healing.
Role Overview:
As a Trustee, you will help guide the strategic direction of DiMHN, ensure effective governance, and champion our values. Trustees are expected to provide strategic oversight and contribute expertise to subgroups or advisory functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shape and review DiMHN’s strategy, vision, and values.
- Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and governance requirements.
- Monitor performance and support the CEO and executive team.
- Act as an ambassador for DiMHN, promoting our vision, purpose, and values, as well as the work we do.
- Contribute to fundraising, research, and partnerships.
Why Join Us
Joining the Board of DiMHN presents an opportunity to shape the future of mental health environments across the UK and beyond.
You’ll be part of a passionate, forward-thinking community working at the intersection of design, care, and lived experience.
As a Trustee, you’ll:
- Shape strategic direction to drive meaningful change in mental health environments across the UK and beyond.
- Collaborate with a diverse network of leaders, experts, and lived experience advocates, influencing the future of mental health design.
- Provide governance and oversight that ensures the charity’s growth, sustainability, and impact.
- Champion inclusivity by elevating voices often excluded from design and decision-making processes
- Influence policy, standards, and innovation at national and international levels to embed evidence-based design in mental health care.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for people who believe in the power of design to change lives. Whether you come from healthcare, design, research, lived experience, or another walk of life, if you’re motivated by the idea of creating more inclusive, compassionate mental health environments, we want to hear from you.
We have two Trustee vacancies and warmly welcome applications from both first-time trustees and those with previous board experience.
We value fresh perspectives and offer support to help you thrive in the role. We are especially interested in individuals who can bring insight in one or more of the following areas:
- Mental Health Services & Policy: Clinical, community, lived experience, commissioning, or estates, facilities and planning.
- Digital Health & Technology: Expertise in AI, immersive tech, digital platforms, or digital strategy in care settings.
- Finance & Commercial Strategy: Income generation, business development, or financial planning in health, social impact, or design sectors.
- Research & Evaluation: Academic or applied research, impact measurement, or policy analysis.
We’re also looking for Trustees who embody our values:
At DiMHN, our work is grounded in our core values. We’re looking for Trustees who reflect these values through both mindset and action:
Be Courageous – You’re willing to ask challenging questions, confront assumptions, and help push boundaries to make mental health spaces more inclusive and compassionate.
Empathy in Design – You understand that good design starts with empathy. Whether through lived experience or professional perspective, you value collaboration and co-production with those who access mental health care and support.
Evidence-Led, Impact-Driven – You’re curious, reflective, and motivated by real-world change. You use evidence to guide decisions and are focused on outcomes that make a difference.
Improve Together – You believe in learning together. You’re generous with your skills and committed to helping the DiMHN and the wider sector grow stronger through collective action.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be over 18 and eligible to serve as a charity trustee
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are actively working to improve the diversity of our Board, recognising that inclusive leadership strengthens both our governance and our ability to achieve our purpose. Diverse perspectives lead to better decisions, richer insight, and more equitable outcomes for the communities we serve.
We know that some groups remain underrepresented in charity governance, including people from racialised communities, disabled people, LGBTQAI+ individuals, younger adults, and people with lived experience of mental health. We also value regional diversity and welcome applications from across the UK. We encourage applications from
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short written or video/audio statement (max two pages or five minutes), titled “[Your Name] Trustee Role.”
In your statement, tell us why you’re interested, what you’d bring, and any support you might need to thrive in the role.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2–4 hours per month (may be more during start-up and registration phase)
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Fundraising Trustee to join our board and lead the charity’s fundraising strategy. This trustee will ensure the charity secures the resources needed to deliver its mission and projects.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop and oversee the charity’s fundraising strategy
· Identify and engage potential donors, sponsors, and funding opportunities
· Support applications for grants and corporate partnerships
· Advise on fundraising campaigns and initiatives
· Assist with reporting to stakeholders on fundraising outcomes
· Contribute to trustee meetings and governance
· Delegate to volunteers within the Communications & Fundraising committee
· Help guide the charity through its registration and initial set-up
Person Specification & Requirements:
· Experience or interest in fundraising, grant applications, or sponsorship
· Strong organisational, communication, and networking skills
· Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
· Ability to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
· Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
· UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
· 2–4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
· Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain:
· Opportunity to shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
· Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
· Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
· Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
· Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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As a member of the GACD Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for GACD as it seeks to fulfil its charitable objects. You will ensure GACD operates in accordance with its governing document and meets its legal and regulatory requirements. The role is voluntary, and trustees do not receive any renumeration for their contribution to the governance of GACD.
The appointment will commence in December 2025/January 2026 for a three-year term, in the first instance.
Why the role is important to us
Our trustees are jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of GACD, its financial health, integrity of its activities, and for setting and overseeing the delivery of the organisation’s aims and objectives. The Charity Commission’s Guidance ‘The essential trustee: what you need to know, what you need to do’ identifies the main duties of a trustee as to:
- Ensure the charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit
- Comply with the charity’s governing document and meets its legal and regulatory requirements
- Act in the charity’s best interests
- Manage the charity’s resources responsibly
- Act with reasonable care and skill
- Ensure the charity is accountable
- Reduce the risk of liability.
What you will bring to the Board
The current Board members would particularly wish to seek a new trustee that offers experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Prior governance experience, ideally in a charity context (essential)
- Leadership or senior management experience within the charity sector and familiarity with UK charity regulation, legislation and operations (essential)
- Applied health/medical research, or health research funding.
- Communication strategies to enhance profile and impact.
- Links to relevant networks and potential stakeholder organisations in chronic diseases.
What you will do
As a GACD trustee, you will:
- Ensure that GACD has a clear strategy and that the goals are in line with GACD’s charitable objects.
- Ensure GACD functions within all applicable legal and regulatory requirements and in line with its governing document, continually striving for best practice in governance.
- Promote and develop GACD in order for it to grow and maintain its global public benefit (or to recognise the situation when it may be more appropriate to wind the charity up where there is no longer a need to provide the services it does or because the charitable objects are no longer relevant to contemporary social situations).
- Ensure the effective and efficient administration of GACD and its resources in pursuit of its objects, striving for best practice in governance.
- Ensure that key risks are identified, monitored, and mitigated effectively.
- Take appropriate professional advice in all matters where there may be a material risk to GACD, or where the trustees may be in breach of their duties.
- Provide strategic oversight, support and challenge to the Chief Executive.
- Ensure the GACD has the proper arrangements in place for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of the Chief Executive.
- Safeguard the good name and values of GACD.
About you
You possess:
- A willingness to commit to GACD and to devote the necessary time and effort (approximately four days annually, including scrutinising papers and meeting preparation time). Trustees are expected to attend all Board meetings.
- Leadership and senior management experience with an ability to carry the confidence of colleagues.
- An ability to be strategic and forward-looking in relation to the charity’s objects and aims.
- Sound, independent judgment and a willingness to speak your mind, contributing to discussions.
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship and adhering to recognised principles of public life that include selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness and honesty and leadership.
- Good communication, interpersonal, team working and decision-making skills and the ability to respect confidentiality to work effectively as a member of the Board.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Disqualification
Trustees must not be disqualified from acting as a trustee. You must not:
- Have an unspent conviction for an offence involving deception or dishonesty (such as fraud).
- Be bankrupt or have entered into a formal arrangement (e.g. an Individual Voluntary Arrangement).
- Have been removed as a charity trustee because of wrongdoing.
- Have an unspent conviction for:
- Specified terrorism offences
- A specified money laundering offence
- The offence of contravening a Charity Commission Order or Direction
- Offences of misconduct in public office, perjury, or perverting the course of justice
- For aiding, attempting or abetting the above offences.
- Be on the sex offenders register.
- Have an unspent sanction for contempt of Court.
- Have disobeyed a Commission Order.
- Be a designated person (under specific anti-terrorist legislation).
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Key dates
Closing date
26 September 2025
Interview (virtual)
w/c 13 October 2025
Invited to observe Board meeting
2 December 2025
Position starts
Approx. 1 January 2026 (or earlier)
Board meeting dates 2026
TBC
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Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a Trustee who is passionate about arts and social
justice, who wants to make a difference and is able to compliment our
Board of Trustees, Artistic Director, and Executive Director as we work
together to develop the impact and profile of Cardboard Citizens. We
believe that the need for Cardboard Citizens is as urgent as it ever has
been with the current external environment and the challenges for our
communities with experience of homelessness and poverty.
Whilst we’d like to hear from applicants from a range of backgrounds and
experiences, we are particularly keen to hear from those with skills in any
of the following areas:
·Digital, New Media
·Communications / public relations
·Environment & Sustainability
·Development
·Strategic partnerships
The general attributes we’re looking for in potential Trustees include:
·Good judgement
·An ability to think creatively and strategically
·An ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
·Effective interpersonal skills
·An active commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
·An ability to command trust and respect
·An understanding and acceptance of a Trustee’s legal duties and
responsibilities
·A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort required
What we ask of you:
·To serve an initial term of 4 years, with the possibility of re-appointment
until 8 consecutive years’ service has been reached.
·To attend 4 x 2-hour Board Meetings a year, committee meetings as
required, as well as an annual Away Day.
·To attend events, performances, workshops and other engagements, to
gain a full experience of the breadth of Cardboard Citizens work.
·To sit on one of the Board’s Committees.
·To provide specialist advice and expertise as required and appropriate.
·To advocate and champion Cardboard Citizens’ work, values, ambition,
and strategic direction.
In total, Trustees usually commit the equivalent of 10 days per annum to
their role.
What you can expect from us:
·The opportunity to help shape the future direction of a dynamic theatre
company driving social change, and be part of an active, loyal, and
engaged group of Trustees.
·Flexibility when it comes to attending meetings either in person or
remotely via video call.
·A full Trustee induction with current Trustees and permanent staff.
·Regular training and development opportunities.
·An offer of an annual 1-2-1 with the Chair.
Please note that Trustee roles are voluntary and therefore unpaid, but reasonable expenses will be covered.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you’re not sure because of,
for example, your working hours, employment status, caring
responsibilities, level of experience, socio-economic or cultural
background or access needs. We would still love to hear from you so we
can talk about any concerns.
We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with
different experiences, skills, and stories to join us and influence and
develop our working practice. By taking positive action around diversity
(as permitted in the Equality Act 2010), we will offer initial conversations
to candidates who self-identify with any of the following groups that we
have identified as underrepresented in our workforce and the wider
cultural sector:
People of African, Caribbean, South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian,
or mixed heritage, and others who identify as part of the Global
Majority
Candidates with lived experience of homelessness or poverty
Deaf, disabled, and/or neurodivergent candidates
LGBTQIA+ candidates
Candidates with care experience (e.g., those who have been in foster
care, residential care, or other forms of local authority care)
What to send
Either:
Letter (no more than 2 sides of A4)
OR
Video (no more than 5 minutes)
OR
Audio (no more than 5 minutes)
telling us why you are interested in the role and what skills and
experience you would bring to Cardboard Citizens
An up-to-date CV
Contact details for one referee who knows you professionally
A completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form linked to the
vacancy page on our website. The information on the monitoring
forms is anonymous.
Please send your application by 26 September. Interviews will be
planned at a mutually convenient time in the week of 6 October. Please
let us know some availability when you apply.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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!
Location: Fully flexible / Remote – open to applicants anywhere in the UK
Time Commitment: Approx. 2 – 4 hours per month
About Us
Unseen Expeditions UK is a newly forming Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) supporting mission-led charities and expedition projects across the UK and internationally. Our flagship initiative, The Unseen Mile, is a 4.5-year journey covering 25,000 miles across 37 countries. Through this and future projects, we aim to inspire, raise awareness for important causes, and share unique storytelling and learning experiences from the field.
We are currently recruiting our initial trustee board to help launch and register the charity.
Role Overview
We are seeking a General Trustee to join our board, support strategic decision-making, and help ensure effective governance. This is a key role in shaping the charity’s early operations, supporting registration, and contributing to the delivery of our mission.
Key Responsibilities
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Attend quarterly trustee meetings (in person or virtually) and participate in board decision-making
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Support governance, strategy, and operational planning for the CIO
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Contribute ideas, experience, and skills to help the charity grow
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Assist with compliance, reporting, and adherence to charity law and CIO regulations
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Support trustee recruitment, induction, and development as needed
Person Specification & Requirements
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Interest in charity governance, mental health, and expedition-led projects
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Willingness to work collaboratively with a small, remote trustee team
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Commitment to the mission and values of Unseen Expeditions and its partnered charities
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Comfortable working remotely and communicating online with a UK-wide board
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UK-based (required for legal trustee responsibilities)
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Approx. 2 - 4 hours per month commitment (more during start-up if possible)
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Basic tools for communication (email, phone, video calls)
What You’ll Gain
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Opportunity to help shape and govern a new, high-profile charity from launch
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Hands-on experience in charity leadership and governance
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Contribution to awareness-raising and adventure-led impact projects
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Recognition for your role in mission-driven initiatives, including The Unseen Mile and future projects
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Flexible, fully remote role within a passionate, purpose-driven team
To inspire communities, raise awareness for mental health, and support mission-led charities through adventure, storytelling, and charitable impact.
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!
Job Purpose
One Place London is a community interest company located in West London engaged in Acting for Film and Music Recording workshops for young people aged 14-25, unemployed or at risk of getting involved in crime. We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join the team. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Managing Director facilitate the smooth running of our human resources function, including onboarding new employees, managing the HR systems and assisting with some aspects of payroll and employee benefits.
Whilst specific legal training is not required, solid HR legal knowledge will be advantageous.
This role would suit someone keen to develop their functional expertise in HR and gain exposure to the breadth of operational functions
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- recruiting new staff
- making sure that staff get paid correctly and on time
- managing pensions and benefits administration
- approving job descriptions and advertisements
- looking after the health, safety and welfare of all employees
- organising staff training
- monitoring staff performance and attendance
- advising line managers and other employees on employment law and the employer's own employment policies and procedures
- ensuring candidates have the right to work at the organisation
- advising on disciplinary and employee performance problems
- negotiating salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages with staff and trade union representatives.
Person Specification & Key Competencies
Qualifications and Experience:
· Proven track record in a generalist HR role, no formal qualifications required
Essential Experience
• Experience working in the human resources function of a growing charitable
organisation necessary but not essential.
• Experience in building relationships internally and externally.
• Experience in coordinating targeted recruitment and selection campaigns aligned with
organisational objectives.
Passion for life-long learning and dedication to employee health and wellbeing.
• Energy, enthusiasm and ability to manage a diverse workload.
• Supports and champions the vision, mission and values of One Place London CIC.
• Ability to work flexibly, according to role and service requirements.
• Sensitivity and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential data
• Be able to work accurately, with good attention to detail
Essential Skills & Knowledge
• Reliability and discretion: you will often learn of confidential matters
• Adaptability and pragmatism
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Organisational & problem-solving skills
• IT skills
• Initiative and attention to detail.
• Right to work in the UK
• Commitment to the organisation's principles and willingness to work within policies
and guidelines.
Desirable Skills & Knowledge
• Knowledge of employment law including charity-specific requirements.
• Payroll and benefits knowledge.
• Working towards a CIPD qualification but not essential.
Benefits
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible/Agile Working, Hourly pay rate during the workshops on a Contract/ Self-Employed basis.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Home-Start Suffolk is seeking an exceptional individual to join our Board of Trustees as Vice Chair.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in a well-established and growing charity that
supports families across Suffolk. As Vice Chair, you will work closely with the Chair, CEO and wider Board to
help shape our strategic direction, support strong governance and ensure we continue to meet the needs of
families in our communities.
We are specifically looking for someone with charity governance experience. You will bring a solid
understanding of how effective boards operate and feel confident supporting other trustees, offering
constructive challenge and helping to ensure the charity meets its legal and strategic responsibilities.
This Vice Chair role is part of our wider trustee recruitment and we welcome applicants who bring any of the
following:
- Experience or knowledge of the local charity or voluntary sector
- Understanding of family support or volunteer management
- Strong networks and connections within local businesses
- Previous involvement with Home-Start Suffolk as a volunteer or someone who has received support
- A passion for making a difference in your community
Interested?
We would love to hear from you. more information and a candidate pack can be found on our website.
Closing date: This is an open and rolling recruitment
Interviews: Held as applications are received
To empower parents with the skills, knowledge and emotional resilience to raise their children to flourish
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.