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Role Description

We are seeking dedicated innovative thinkers, event superstar planners, and fundraising heroes to join our Events & Fundraising Team at Emerge Worldwide. Our goal is to develop impactful events that generate essential support to protect children and young people from sexual exploitation.

The role will:

• Design and deliver memorable events
• Engage local communities and sponsors
• Promote our mission broadly
• Raise life-changing transformative funds

Your expertise and ideas can help us make an impactful difference to lives.

Join us and contribute to the protection of vulnerable children, young people and women.

What are we looking for?

We’re seeking volunteers with experience in Events - designing, researching, planning, delivery, and Community Engagement. We are also seeking volunteers who have fundraising experience including working around sponsorship. 

We are looking for volunteers who have:

● Experience in planning successful events and activities.

● Experience of fundraising in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.

● Reliable, organised with good timekeeping.

● Able to work independently and proactively as well as in a team.

● Clear and confident in communication.

● Excellent working knowledge and comprehension of written English.

What you will gain:

By volunteering with us, you’ll experience the profound impact of helping communities, be part of a movement changing lives across the UK, gain experience in advocacy, and work with a team passionate about protecting children, young people and women against exploitation and trafficking.

Impact of Role

1. Fuelling the Mission

• Every event organised and every pound raised goes directly towards programmes that protect and empower vulnerable children and women.
• Volunteers help generate the funds that allow Emerge Worldwide to deliver training in schools, create resources, and support awareness campaigns.

2. Expanding Reach & Awareness

• Events are not just about money — they also raise the charity’s visibility and influence.
• By helping to plan and run events, volunteers spread the message of exploitation prevention to a wider audience, attracting new supporters and partners.

3. Building Community & Partnerships

• Volunteers help bring people together through fundraising dinners, charity runs, community fairs, and awareness campaigns.
• These events build a sense of shared purpose and create lasting relationships with donors, schools, businesses, and local communities.

4. Creating Memorable Experiences

• With creativity and enthusiasm, volunteers help design fun, inspiring, and impactful events that engage people’s hearts.
• These experiences encourage people to give generously and stay connected to the cause long-term.

5. Sustaining the Charity’s Growth

• By contributing to fundraising targets, volunteers ensure Emerge Worldwide can expand its projects, train more schools, produce more resources, and campaign for systemic change.
• This means their behind-the-scenes efforts translate into life-changing impact for survivors and prevention for those at risk.

We are a welcoming team, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging volunteer experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.

Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.

We are recruiting two new Trustees to join our Board with expertise in fundraising and communications/marketing. We welcome applications from candidates with strong experience in either area, or those with skills spanning both disciplines.

These voluntary roles require committed individuals who can contribute their time, expertise, insights, and passion for helping WeSwim achieve its goals in empowering adults with disabilities to get active, connect with others and build lasting confidence. Successful candidates will have a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of disabled people across London.

WeSwim is a small charity in start-up mode which achieved charitable status from the Charity Commission in 2024 and currently has three Trustees on its Board.

Key Responsibilities

We are particularly seeking trustees who can lead in these priority areas:

Fundraising Leadership

• Identify, lead and drive fundraising initiatives to secure sustainable financial resources for WeSwim

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies, particularly focusing on corporate sponsorship

• Build relationships with potential funders and sponsors

Communications & Marketing Leadership

• Design and deliver a communications plan to help WeSwim achieve its objectives

• Enhance connections with swimmers, volunteers, sponsors and the wider community

• Develop marketing strategies to raise WeSwim's profile and reach

All trustees will also be involved in these core governance responsibilities (no prior experience necessary):

• Governance: Ensure WeSwim complies with its governing documents, charity law, and other relevant legislation or regulations

• Financial Oversight: Monitor the financial health of WeSwim, including approval of budgets and financial statements

• Advocacy: Act as an ambassador for WeSwim, promoting its work and raising its profile within the community and beyond, especially within the disability community

• Risk Management: Identify and manage risks to ensure WeSwim's sustainability and success

• Collaboration: Work closely with fellow trustees, the CEO, staff, and volunteers to ensure effective team dynamics and operational efficiency

Experience & Skills

Essential requirements for all applicants:

• Personal experience of disability: either have a disability yourself, or have a close family/friend connection who is disabled

• Commitment to WeSwim's mission and values

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or both of these areas:

Fundraising Skills:

• Experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies across multiple channels

• Corporate partnership development and sponsorship negotiation experience

• Individual donor cultivation and stewardship experience

• Experience with fundraising events and community engagement activities

• Relationship-building and networking abilities with corporate, foundation, and individual prospects

• Ability to identify new funding opportunities and diversify income streams

Communications & Marketing Skills:

• Experience developing and implementing communications strategies

• Content creation and storytelling skills, particularly for charity/impact narratives

• Digital marketing expertise including social media management and online engagement

• Brand development and messaging experience

• Media relations and PR experience (traditional and digital media)

• Understanding of accessible communications for diverse audiences

The following additional skills are helpful but not essential:

• Leadership experience in governance roles, ideally within a charity or non-profit organization

• Financial acumen and understanding of budget oversight

• Strategic thinking and ability to contribute to long-term planning

• Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Interested candidates can submit their application in either written or video format:

• Written application: CV and cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and clearly indicating which area(s) of expertise you would focus on
• Video application: Brief video (max 5 minutes) introducing yourself and explaining your relevant experience and interest in the role, plus CV

Get in touch before you apply: Before applying, we'd love to talk to you about the role and answer any questions. Please contact our Chair, Jane for an informal discussion about the roles and how your skills could contribute to WeSwim's mission.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with the current board of trustees. Successful candidates will be expected to undertake a DBS check.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive board that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from underrepresented groups in charity governance. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our decision-making and help us better serve our community.

Candidates should be based in the UK.

Join us in making a difference to increase opportunities for disabled people to swim in London.

Volunteer Outreach & Partnership Specialist (Black British Caribbean Focus)
Remote | Min. 3 days/week | Volunteer | Monthly London meet-ups

Are you passionate about justice, healing, and truth-telling in the Black British Caribbean community? Do you believe in the power of voice, visibility, and strategic collaboration? Join us.

About Us
We are a new CIC podcast and media platform that provides a safe space for survivors of childhood sexual trauma within the Black British Caribbean community to tell their truth—and shame the devil. Through storytelling, cultural therapy, and partnership building, we aim to heal and empower.

We're now recruiting a Volunteer Outreach & Partnership Specialist to lead one of the most critical arms of our CIC.

Your Role

1. Guest Outreach & Curation (Primary):

• Lead strategy to find, vet, and schedule guests from the Black British Caribbean community who are ready to share lived experiences of childhood sexual trauma in a respectful, empowering, and supported environment.

• Manage the guest outreach pipeline via Airtable, Trello, or Notion.

• Liaise with our team to ensure a trauma-informed, mission-aligned guest journey.

2. Partnerships & Sponsorships:

• Identify and secure sponsorships and partnerships with charities, organisations, government bodies, and brands aligned with our values.

• Build and maintain a network of long-term collaborators in mental health, therapy, media, and advocacy.

• Align partnerships with growth, impact, and fundraising goals.

3. General Duties:

• Attend monthly in-person team meet-ups (Greater London).

• Collaborate with other CIC team members.

• Represent our values: knowledge of self, community love, and truth-telling.

What You Bring

• Strong ties to the Black British Caribbean community (through lived or professional experience).

• Background or skills in: outreach, journalism, PR, charity work, sales, safeguarding, or project management.

• High emotional intelligence; trauma-informed or open to learning.

• Independent, reliable, and values-aligned.

Commitment & Benefits

• Time: 3 days/week minimum (flexible, remote)

• Location: Remote with monthly London meet-ups

• Term: Min. 6 months (potential for paid role as CIC grows)

• Perks:

  • Travel expenses and refreshments for meet-ups

  • Access to CIC wellness/therapy sessions

  • LinkedIn recommendation + CPD

  • Credit on podcast and future documentary

  • First access to paid roles

Why Join Us?
This is more than outreach—it's movement-building. You’ll shape the foundation of a powerful podcast, media, and mental health platform for our community. You'll work closely with the founder and gain access to networks, healing spaces, and career-shaping experiences.

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Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Fundraising Chair to lead our newly established Fundraising Committee. This is a voluntary leadership position that will play a crucial role in securing the financial resources needed to expand our impact and support more young people in their journey to employment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and chairing a dedicated fundraising committee, developing strategic fundraising initiatives, and driving our organization's revenue generation efforts to support our mission.

About Shadow to Shine

Shadow to Shine is a dedicated charity committed to supporting young people aged 16-25 into meaningful employment opportunities. Through our programs and initiatives, we help bridge the gap between education and career success for 120+ young people each year, providing vital resources, mentorship, and pathways to sustainable employment.

In our 5 years of running we have delivered over 

50+ programmes for 1130+ young people

10+ corporate partnerships 

300 hours of mentoring 

And are getting ready to kick start the next phase of our growth!

Key Responsibilities

Committee Leadership

• Recruit, build, and lead a volunteer Fundraising Committee of 5-8 committed members

• Chair regular committee meetings and ensure effective governance

• Provide strategic direction and vision for all fundraising activities

• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented committee culture

• Report regularly to the Board of Trustees on fundraising progress and strategy

Fundraising Strategy 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising strategy

• Identify and prioritize diverse revenue streams including grants, corporate partnerships, individual donations, and fundraising events

• Set ambitious yet achievable annual fundraising targets

• Oversee the planning and execution of major fundraising campaigns and events

• Build and maintain relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and grant-making organizations

Stakeholder Engagement

(Potential & current donors, community, funders)

• Represent the charity at fundraising events, donor meetings, and community gatherings

• Cultivate long-term relationships with current and prospective supporters

• Work collaboratively with the CEO/Executive Director and Board of Trustees

• Serve as an ambassador for the charity's mission and impact

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant regulations and charity law

• Maintain high standards of donor stewardship and transparency

• Oversee proper acknowledgment and recognition of supporters

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising initiatives

Essential Experience

• Proven track record in fundraising, business development, or senior leadership roles

• Experience in recruiting and leading volunteer teams or committees

• Strong network of professional and personal contacts

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Ability to develop and lead multi-stream fundraising strategies across event corporates and grant channels. 

• Understanding of charity sector regulations and best practices

• Strong understanding of ethical fundraising practices and donor engagement 

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in charity or non-profit fundraising

• Knowledge of grant application processes

• Experience with corporate partnership development

• Background in youth development or employment support

• Professional qualifications in marketing, business, or related fields

Personal Qualities

• Passionate commitment to supporting young people into employment

• Natural leader with ability to inspire and motivate others

• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence

• Resilient and results-oriented mindset

• High level of integrity and professionalism

• Collaborative approach with strong team-working abilities

Time Commitment

This is a flexible role, requiring approximate 6-8 hours per month, with peaks during campaign period. Meetings are typical held in the evening or virtually, accommodating professional and family commitments. 

• 6-8 hours per month (Once the recruitment of committee is complete this will reduce)

• Monthly Fundraising Committee meetings (1hr)

• Quarterly Board of Trustees meetings for reporting

• Attendance at key fundraising events and donor meetings

• Additional time during major campaign periods

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a significant and direct impact on young people's lives

• Meaningful leadership role shaping the future of a growing and dynamic charity

• Professional development and networking opportunities

• Recognition for your contributions and achievements

• Supportive environment with access to relevant training and resources

• Satisfaction of building something meaningful from the ground up

Reporting Structure

The Fundraising Chairman will work closely with the CEO/Executive Director and report to the Board of Trustees. The role involves collaboration with existing staff members and volunteers across all areas of the charity's work.

Application Process

To apply for this rewarding volunteer position, please submit:

• A covering letter outlining your interest and relevant experience

• Current CV highlighting fundraising and leadership experience

• Contact details for two professional references

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our commitment to supporting young people into employment.