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The Africa Health Organisation (AHO) seeks to engage in bidding and tendering to deliver health and social care services effectively. Our goal is to ensure sustainability and positively impact the lives of more people. We want assistance in developing an ambitious strategy.
What will you be doing?
We are excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a talented Head of Bids and tenders to join our passionate team at the Africa Health Organisation (AHO)! Since 1999, we've been dedicated to delivering health and social care to millions across Africa and the Diaspora, and now we're ready to further elevate our impact.
This year, we're embarking on a mission to broaden our funding strategy by incorporating bid and tender submissions. Our goal is to engage with governments in Africa and the UK, the public sector, and the public, providing essential, practical, and emotional support to those facing chronic conditions. We need a visionary like you to help us achieve our goals.
We're seeking a dynamic, experienced Head of Bids to develop and execute a winning strategy to secure the necessary financial backing. There are numerous exciting possibilities ahead, including central government tenders, local and statutory opportunities. We're eager to explore them all.
In this pivotal role, you'll plan and execute our bids and tender writing efforts, ensuring that our bid proposals not only shine but also come to life in meaningful ways. If you're a bid writer who thrives on creativity and collaboration, we want to hear from you! Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and mentor volunteers within our bid and tender team, making a positive impact together. Join us on this exciting journey!
Key Duties and Responsibilities will include:
- Overall responsibility for delivering high-quality, accurate, compliant and commercially sound proposals on time, to budget, with inputs from key stakeholders.
- Responsible for the coordination and management of all Bid activities, for ensuring that Bid Plans are put in place and that all internal inputs are received promptly to meet Bid submission timescales.
- Responsible for the receipt, management, control and coordination of all external and internal information and documentation with respect to the enquiry and for the team acting as custodian for Bid documents, including all approved internal documentation signed by the Organisation.
- Responsible for compliance with all internal Bid policies and procedures and for passing internal and external audits.
- Contribute to the overall Bid strategy alongside other stakeholders.
- Responsible for the overall leadership of the team and ensuring that individuals within the team are given appropriate opportunities to grow and develop, and that the team maximises performance by creating and fostering a positive, can-do attitude and outlook on an ongoing basis.
- Responsibility to ensure that improvements are identified and those agreed upon are implemented continuously to support the growth and development of the team and those within it.
- There is a need to keep good records and to create and measure metrics on bidding performance to both review performance and drive continuous improvement in a key area of the business.
- Responsible for mentoring and training Bid Managers and Bid Writers to ensure they are up to date with bid requirements and improve their competence.
What are we looking for?
Education, Skills and Experience: Requirements
Essential:
- At least three years of experience in successfully leading teams within a bid environment.
- Proven track record of improvement and achievement - processes and people
- Keen understanding of numbers, spreadsheets, VOP/invoices, rates, cash flow, milestones, negotiations, and pricing audits.
- Ability to write strong proposals and experience as an estimator
- Excellent communicator (written and verbal) with local and international customers, and with an appreciation of cultural differences
- Ability to persuade and influence others
- Ability to lead team by example, with the ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Strong business/commercial acumen
- Keen attention to detail
- Commercially sound judgement
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Strong financial skills
Desirable:
- Leadership qualification (CMI or ILM)
- Experience with an integrated project management / ERP system (Enterprise Resource Planning)
- Experience in bidding roles in the Medical, Biochemistry, Biomedical, Public Services, Global Health, Humanitarian, NGOs, Public Health and Social Care industry
- MBA, Professional Qualification or formal leadership Qualification (CMI, ILM)
What difference will you make?
In this exciting role, you will lead the strategic process for winning new business through competitive bids, tenders, and proposals, ultimately elevating AHO's success. Your specialised knowledge of bids will enhance our win rates and maximise revenue by bringing clarity, quality, and coordination to what can be a complex, high-stakes journey.
Your primary mission is to boost AHO's tender win rates and strengthen our strategic advantage. By diligently overseeing each step of the bidding process—from initial evaluation to final submission—you will significantly improve the quality and persuasion of our proposals, directly increasing our chances of securing valuable contracts.
You'll provide key insights to help AHO target the most promising opportunities by implementing a thoughtful "bid/no-bid" process. This approach will ensure we focus only on lucrative and winnable contracts that closely align with our strategic goals, ultimately saving time and resources and allowing us to prioritise high-potential projects.
In this role, you will orchestrate a well-coordinated process that drives operational efficiency. As the central point of contact, you will gather input from diverse internal teams—sales, finance, legal, and technical—ensuring everyone collaborates smoothly to meet critical deadlines.
As a leader, you'll elevate the quality of our bid content. By overseeing the creation of compelling, polished materials, you'll ensure our final submissions are professional, cohesive, and error-free. You will utilise a centralised content library containing valuable resources, such as case studies and CVs, to streamline efforts and enhance our proposals.
You will keep projects on track by developing detailed project plans and timelines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time—especially critical in the fast-paced environment of tender submissions. Your effective management will ease colleagues' workloads, allowing the entire team to shine.
To foster long-term business growth, you'll create a wealth of knowledge around our tenders and bids. By conducting insightful post-submission debriefs and analysing feedback, you will capture invaluable lessons from both successes and setbacks. This ongoing improvement process will enhance our bidding capabilities for future opportunities.
You also have the opportunity to enhance AHO's brand reputation by submitting well-organised, accurate, and compliant bids. By doing so, you'll showcase our professionalism and reliability to clients, building trust and solidifying our credible standing in the market.
Strategic alignment is vital for sustaining consistent, stable business growth. Together, we can make a remarkable impact on development.
Applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how they meet the role description and the person specification.
Interviews will be arranged and conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Interview dates are agreed with the applicant.
To promote equity in health, to combat disease, and to improve the quality of, and lengthen, the lives of the people in Africa and the Diaspora.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: EPAfrica Summer Team – Project Coordinator (PC)
Location: Kakamega, Kenya
Duration: Minimum 3 weeks during our summer programme, which runs from approximately late June – to mid-September 2026
Start Date: The EPAfrica summer starts in late June, with travel to Kenya taking place several days before the Project Associates arrive.
Compensation: This is a non-salaried placement, with the following expenses covered:
Travel: All project-related travel in and around Kakamega County. Flight tickets are at the expense of the post holder*
Accommodation: Fully covered throughout the EPAfrica summer.
Programme delivery costs: All costs associated with programme delivery (travel to sites, partner meeting expenses, etc.) covered by the charity.
*Additional Costs: Round-trip flights to Kenya and limited subsistence costs, plus any personal travel elsewhere within Kenya (e.g., for your holiday week).
About EPAfrica
EPAfrica (Education Partnerships Africa) is a volunteer-led charity working in partnership with rural secondary schools in East Africa. Our focus is on a win:win approach to skills development and capacity building. We recruit, train and support graduates in the UK to develop leadership and project management skills, while working in partnership with rural schools in East Africa to create sustainable improvements in education by investing in people, resources, infrastructure, and local capacity. Project Coordinators play an essential role in this work, engaging directly with schools, developing a strong understanding of the local context, and supporting meaningful, long-term projects.
Role Overview
As a Project Coordinator (PC), you will be part of EPAfrica’s Summer Team, contributing to the effective delivery of our in-country programme. Working alongside the Project Manager and fellow Coordinators, you will help ensure that Project Associates (PAs) have the operational guidance, logistical support, and pastoral care they need during their placements.
The role offers a broad introduction to programme coordination, capacity building and grassroots development work. It provides valuable experience in supporting teams, navigating operational challenges, and contributing to the smooth functioning of a multi-site programme. Project Coordinators play an important part in maintaining programme quality and supporting volunteers as they apply training, develop confidence, and build relationships in partner schools.
Key Responsibilities
Working under the guidance of the Project Manager (PM), the Project Coordinator will:
Support Project Associates (PAs) in their placements, including:
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Monitoring project progress and helping PAs address challenges as they arise.
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Providing pastoral support and helping maintain volunteer wellbeing.
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Co-delivering training on topics such as project management, responsible development practices, cultural awareness, safety, and wellbeing.
Operational Coordination
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Assist with the coordination of logistics essential to programme delivery.
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Facilitate communication between PAs, the Summer Team, and the UK-based central charity team.
Monitoring & Evaluation
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Contribute to in-country monitoring and evaluation activities, including:
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Monitoring visits to current and recent investment schools.
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Assessment visits to potential future participant schools.
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Staying informed on developments in the Kenyan education sector and their potential implications for our work.
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Support the maintenance of relationships with local partners.
Team Contribution
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Participate in Summer Team planning, reflection sessions, and process documentation.
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Help maintain the safety, security, and wellbeing of the Kenya-based team in line with EPAfrica’s risk guidelines.
What We’re Looking For
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Strong familiarity with, and interest in, EPAfrica’s values and operating model.
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Demonstrated interest in grassroots international development; prior experience (volunteering, fieldwork, or professional) preferred.
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Experience working within teams delivering project-based work, and the ability to support others with empathy.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across cultures.
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Facilitation skills, or willingness to learn how to assist in delivering training, and creating psychologically safe learning spaces
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Confidence in taking initiative, solving problems under pressure, and making thoughtful decisions.
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Willingness to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
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Experience and willingness to act with resilience and adaptability in new cultural contexts and settings (food, travel, communications, cultural expectations, etc.)
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Experience as a Project Associate (formerly Project Worker) or previous Summer Team involvement preferred, though relevant experience in similar contexts is also valued.
What You’ll Gain
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Practical experience in project coordination and delivery.
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Exposure to international development at a grassroots level.
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The opportunity to spend time in semi-rural communities in Western Kenya.
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One week’s holiday mid-programme, with the opportunity to explore Kenya (e.g., Mombasa, Nairobi, Maasai Mara).
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Experience working with a dedicated and collaborative team, and the chance to build a strong professional network.
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Transferable skills in stakeholder management, communication, logistics, and risk awareness.
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A valuable addition to your CV, many EPAfrica alumni progress to roles with the FCDO, WHO, UN, Civil Service, and a range of consultancies.
Interested?
We welcome applications from those enthusiastic about education and development and interested in contributing to impactful, hands-on work in Kenya. You are also welcome to apply with a friend and complete a summer placement alongside them, please indicate this in your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Admin Assistant
Reports To: Department Manager
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Volunteer (12 hours/week for 6 months)
About the Project – “Solta o Jogo”
Solta o Jogo is a vibrant cultural competition and festival celebrating Brazilian heritage through Capoeira, music, dance, acrobatics, and a Brazilian arts & crafts fair. Hosted at Kingston University Townhouse, the event invites the community to participate in free performances, workshops, and exhibitions promoting cross-cultural understanding.
As part of this initiative, we are seeking a dedicated Admin Assistant to support the day-to-day coordination and administrative operations behind this exciting and community-driven programme.
Position Overview:
The Admin Assistant will play a vital role in supporting communication, event coordination, documentation, and volunteer tracking. This position is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit administration, event logistics, and team coordination. The role offers flexibility, skill development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Coordination Support
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Schedule and manage logistics for project events, workshops, and community showcases.
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Track bookings, rehearsals, and venue use to ensure a smooth timeline.
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Support RSVP management and communication for performances and activities.
Data & Documentation Management
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Maintain and organise project records such as attendance sheets, registration forms, and feedback.
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Ensure digital files are properly stored and accessible for all team members.
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Assist in compiling reports and summaries post-events.
Communication & Liaison
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Serve as a contact point for public and internal queries related to the project.
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Help coordinate communication between departments involved in the project (HR, Marketing, PR, Finance).
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Communicate with facilitators, artists, and partners to confirm details and provide logistical support.
Resource & Inventory Support
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Track inventory of promotional and event materials.
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Assist in coordinating procurement and delivery of materials for activities and performances.
Volunteer Coordination
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Monitor onboarding progress of volunteers engaged in Solta o Jogo.
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Assist with preparing and maintaining volunteer schedules.
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Provide administrative support during volunteer briefings and training.
General Administrative Duties
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Take meeting minutes and circulate action items.
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Help draft internal updates, task lists, and team reminders.
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Provide general clerical support as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
No specific degree required, but experience in administration, event coordination, or office support is desirable.
Skills & Attributes:
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Attention to detail and ability to multitask efficiently.
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Friendly, professional, and proactive attitude.
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Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with remote teams.
Benefits:
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Gain practical experience in nonprofit administration and cultural event coordination.
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Work flexibly with a remote, supportive team.
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Contribute to a vibrant, meaningful community project.
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Receive mentoring and transferable skill development.
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Local travel reimbursement for any in-person events or meetings (if applicable).
Equality Statement:
Quilombo UK is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We promote equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Lead an Area, Shape a Legacy: Become a Ranger Cadets Area Manager - VOLUNTEER ROLE
Ranger Cadets is seeking dedicated leaders to oversee and inspire.
We are recruiting Area Managers (Area Officers) to guide Ranger Cadets within their specified area, ensuring excellence across multiple cadet units and promoting the Ranger Cadets locally, ensuring we are a positive symbol locally.
About Ranger Cadets:
Ranger Cadets is a new uniformed youth work organisation with a mission to equip young people with essential life skills, tools, and opportunities to become active citizens who make a positive contribution to society. Through training, service, and ceremonial identity, cadets grow in confidence, resilience, and pride—building a legacy of community impact.
Your Mission as Area Manager:
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Oversee with vision: Manage Ranger Cadets across your designated area.
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Guide with authority: Oversee the running of a small group of cadet units.
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Empower with leadership: Support, mentor, and lead Cadet Unit Managers (Officers in Charge), ensuring they deliver training and ceremonial excellence.
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Safeguard tradition: Uphold the values of honour, service, and community impact at every level.
Your Path to Advancement:
As an Area Officer, you stand at the forefront of Ranger Cadets leadership. This role positions you to:
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Shape the strategic direction of cadet units in your area.
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Build a team culture of service and pride.
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Carry forward the ceremonial identity and community mission of Ranger Cadets.
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After 24 months within this role you will have the opportunity to advance to District Level Senior Management, responsible for a whole region of Ranger Cadets Cadet Units.
Why Volunteer as an Area Manager?
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Step into a senior ceremonial leadership role within a growing national movement.
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Gain strategic management experience while guiding multiple leaders.
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Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people and your community.
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Be part of a tradition that values honour, service, and legacy.
Call to Action:
If you’re ready to lead an area, mentor leaders, and shape the future of Ranger Cadets, step forward today. Become an Area Officer—your leadership will define the legacy.
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.
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Use Your Commercial Skills to Change the World — Volunteer Ecommerce & Commercial Managers Wanted
Job Summary
Company Description
The Wisdom Trust is a UK-registered charity (Charity No. 1112323) dedicated to building a global network of people and organisations who share knowledge and resources to tackle poverty, healthcare challenges, environmental protection, human rights, and community development.
Role Description
Imagine if everyday online (and in many cases, in-store) shopping could help end poverty, protect the planet, improve healthcare, and strengthen human rights. Through our website, it can. With over 10,000 shopping partners who donate a commission every time our members make a purchase, we have the power to turn ordinary shopping into extraordinary impact.
The Wisdom Trust is on a mission to inspire people everywhere to take action on the issues that matter most: ending poverty, protecting our planet, improving global healthcare, and defending human rights for all. And almost everyone, regardless of age, background or location, can take part with just the click of their mouse - helping us to make communities on every continent safer, happier, healthier, better-aware and more sustainable places to live.
We’re seeking passionate Volunteer Ecommerce & Commercial Managers to help grow this unique programme. You’ll work to encourage more people to shop through our platform, strengthen relationships with retail partners, and help us maximise the funding we receive from every transaction.
Your expertise will directly support our campaigns to build a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable world. If you have experience in ecommerce, business development, online retail, or commercial strategy, we’d be thrilled to have you join our mission.
Duties
- Manage and maintain the company’s online SHOP page, ensuring all store/product listings are accurate, engaging, and up-to-date
- Develop and manage our online partnerships to ensure maximum benefit to the charity.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to drive traffic and maximise sales through various digital channels
- Analyse sales data and customer behaviour to identify trends and opportunities for growth
- Coordinate with the marketing and social media teams to create compelling content, promotions, and campaigns
- Oversee customer service and member interactions related to online orders, ensuring prompt resolution of issues
- Monitor website performance, optimise user experience, and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
- Collaborate with logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of products
- Train and mentor team members on best practices in e-commerce operations and customer engagement
- Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and competitors’ activities
Qualifications
- Proven experience in managing e-commerce platforms or online retail operations
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on clear and professional interaction
- Experience or background in teaching is advantageous, demonstrating strong instructional abilities and adaptability
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools, analytics software, and content management systems
- Ability to analyse data to inform strategic decisions
- A proactive attitude with problem-solving capabilities
- Knowledge of current e-commerce trends and best practices
This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are passionate about digital sales channels and eager to make a significant global impact working within the charity.
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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Volunteer for NYAS
- Do you want to make a difference to a young person’s life?
- Do you have 1- 4 hours per month to spare?
Due to the request of the young people who are waiting for an Indepenent Visitor we urgently require male volunteer befrienders to be a positive role model. So why not volunteer as a mentor/befriender for NYAS as an Independent Visitor for children and young people in care.
As a volunteer you will:
- Have fun, take young people on outings and maybe share a hobby, sport or interest
- Offer support and a listening ear and be a positive influence in a young person’s life and help build self- esteem and confidence
You don’t need any special qualifications
We are looking for reliable and dependable people from all walks of life.
We will provide training and on-going support. We will pay expenses to a set limit.
Here is what some of our young people and volunteers have to say about this rewarding role:
- I like how my Independent Visitor isn’t anything to do with social services and is here to support me not to judge.
- They have boosted my confidence, now I feel like when I go places I can just relax and have fun.
- My young person always looks forward to me coming, they have had such a disjointed life, I am a stable figure in their life and this has to be important for them as everything else changes around them a lot.
Job Type: Volunteer
Budget: £30.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract, Volunteer
Expected hours: No more than 2 per week
Work Location: In person
Support for care experience young people
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education. We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows. Through supporting the growth of community partnerships, you will bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base and spreading the message that First Aid Saves Lives. Through volunteering as a Community First Aider, you’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time. We will make sure you will have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter. We are recruiting Community First Aiders in our three Networks; Hull, East Riding and South Humber. To help prospective volunteers learn more, St John Ambulance will invite you to attend a Recruitment Event. A date & location in your area for this will be confirmed via email.
Face to Face 2 Day intensive training course plus online learning modules
Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/12/2025
To apply for this opportunity please follow the link below:
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Join The Kids Network to Support Children in Your Islington Community!
Are you looking to donate your skills, give back to your community, or spend your time in a meaningful way? The Kids Network gives you the chance to make a real difference in a child’s life while developing your own skills and building connections. Support a Little Londoner in Islington by helping them grow in confidence. Set aside a little time each week to explore the different areas of Islington, discover hidden gems, get creative, have fun, and make a lasting impact in your local community!
If you already have experience in mentoring, education, psychology, or related fields, The Kids Network provides an ideal platform to use and donate your skills. By becoming a mentor, you can actively practice your learned skills and see the direct impact of your efforts on the children in your local community and provide support to those who need it most.
Why Choose The Kids Network?
- Active Skill Application: Our programme allows you to apply your expertise in real-world settings, enhancing your practical experience.
- Structured Support: We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support, ensuring you can make the most of your skills.
- Proven Impact: With 100% of children reporting increased wellbeing, you’ll see tangible impact from your mentoring.
Impact on Mentees
- Building Confidence: Help children in your community develop self-assurance and resilience.
- Creating Opportunities: Provide guidance that helps young people navigate their challenges and seize opportunities.
- Strengthening Community: Contribute to the overall wellbeing of your community, fostering a sense of belonging and support.
Connection
- Personal Fulfilment: Experience the joy and satisfaction of making a positive impact on a child’s life.
- Meaningful Relationships: Form a strong bond with your mentee, providing guidance and support through fun and engaging activities.
- Community Engagement: Participate in mentor meet-ups and group activities, connecting with other mentors and mentees.
Your Role as a Mentor
As a mentor, you will hold weekly one-on-one sessions of 1-3 hours for the duration of 12 months. You will help build confidence, resilience, and help your mentee manage feelings through a series of fun experiences and activities. Whether you’re playing games or discussing goals, you’ll be making a difference in a child’s life by developing the tools for a positive future.
Join Us Today
Whether you're wanting to use your expertise, eager to give back and make an impact, or looking for purpose and connection, The Kids Network offers a meaningful way to contribute. Volunteer with us and become part of a community dedicated to fostering positive futures for children and mentors alike.
For more information and to apply, visit The Kids Network website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our challenge
Our community is at the centre of everything we do. We’re committed to working with people affected by a brain tumour, ensuring they’re at the heart of everything we do. We can create real, positive change together. From diagnosis to support to treatment, we’re pushing toward one big vision: for everyone diagnosed with a brain tumour to live longer, better lives.
Our Young Ambassadors programme, for 18 – 25 year olds, is built on diversity. We welcome people living with low and high grade tumours, carers supporting loved ones, and those who have cared for someone who has sadly passed away. Partners and siblings are also welcome. Every voice counts, and every experience helps us create meaningful change.
How can you help?
As a Young Ambassador, you’ll play a big role in representing The Charity and standing up for young people affected by brain tumours. This two-year programme is open to 18-25 year olds, and gives you the chance to influence real decisions, be a critical friend, and make sure the voices of our community are heard loud and clear.
You’ll help shape the future of brain tumour care and research — all while meeting new friends, growing your confidence, and gaining skills that look great on a CV and feel good in your heart.
Across your time as a Young Ambassador, you’ll get stuck into exciting projects both inside the Charity and across the wider brain tumour community. You might work with researchers, healthcare teams, partner organisations, and other passionate young people, sometimes in person, sometimes online, all united by one mission: keeping those affected at the centre of every decision we make.
Ready to create change, learn loads, and be part of something meaningful? This is your chance.
What we’re looking for
We are seeking passionate, collaborative young adults who want to create change and improve outcomes for everyone affected by a brain tumour.
You’ll get to choose the projects you’re most passionate about and take part in a way that feels right for you. Whether you’re someone who likes speaking up in groups, prefers sharing ideas one to one, or enjoys contributing behind the scenes.
Person Specification
We welcome applications from anyone affected by a brain tumour (carers and patients), but it’s important this feels like the right time for you. By sharing your insight, you’ll help strengthen and amplify the voice of our community.
We’re looking for young adults who are:
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Aged 18- 25 years old and based in the UK
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Open to meeting new people, learning new skills, and being part of something meaningful.
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Care about making things better for everyone affected by brain tumours
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Open to sharing your story (only if and when you feel comfortable) and you respect that everyone’s experience is different.
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Kind, collaborative, and supportive, and you enjoy being part of a team.
As a Young Ambassador, you will:
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Use your lived experience to represent others in the brain tumour community and help shape the work we do — both inside the Charity and out in the wider world.
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Be open to making friends, learning new skills, and making a real difference alongside other young people who care as much as you do.
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Listen to and respect different perspectives, knowing that everyone’s journey is unique and people may face challenges that look different from your own.
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Make sure real experiences, especially youth voice, guide research, campaigns, policy, and services, so the things we create truly reflect what young people need.
Some of the ways you can get involved include:
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Explore and develop fundraising ideas – Get creative and help us dream up fresh, exciting ways to raise the vital funds that keep our work moving forward.
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Create social media content – Use your creativity to help us tell powerful stories, spread awareness, and reach more young people online. Whether it’s Insta posts, videos, or LinkedIn your ideas can make a real impact.
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Contribute to campaigns and events – Use your story and your voice to support reports, raise awareness, and even help us engage MPs and decision-makers.
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Feed into research projects and focus groups - Help make sure research is easy to understand, accessible, and benefits the community it aims to support
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Speak up on bigger platforms – From press interviews to conferences, media pieces, or blog posts, you’ll have opportunities to share your experiences publicly and help shine a light on brain tumours and the work of the Charity.
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Shape services that work for young people – Be part of developing and improving the support we offer, including our Young Adult service, making sure our services are practical, inclusive, and focused on real needs.
In addition to all of this, we are very open to hearing your ideas about how you would like to contribute and get involved.
Practical considerations
This is a voluntary role with a term of up to two years, though we understand circumstances may change and you may need to step away earlier.
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Induction: You’ll start with a 2-day induction on Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th April at our office in Fleet, Hampshire
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In-person meetings: Two further in person events will take place during the two-year programme. These have previously included training days and residential.
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Online meetings: We’ll meet monthly on Microsoft Teams during a weekday evening
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Other opportunities: You can choose activities that fit your interests, availability, and preferences. These will be shared via Volunteero, our volunteer app, which all Involvement Champions use. Opportunities may take place on both weekdays and weekends.
Please note, for in-person meetings, all travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are covered by The Charity. Find out more in our Volunteer Expenses Policy. We suggest a time commitment of around 1–2 hours per week, but this is flexible. You’ll receive training, regular updates, and ongoing support to help you feel confident in your role.
Wellbeing and connection
Many past Young Ambassadors say one of the absolute best parts of the programme is the friendships they build and the sense of connection they feel.
Because this role involves hearing and talking about a wide range of lived experiences, it’s worth taking a moment to think about whether this feels like the right time for you. The work is incredibly rewarding but it can also be emotional.
Application process
Complete our application below! The application form will ask for information about your personal connection to brain tumours and any skills/qualities you would bring to the role.
Additionally, you will be asked to record a 2-minute video or provide a written statement (200-300 words) answering the following questions:
Motivation:
“Why do you want to be a Young Ambassador, and what does this opportunity mean to you personally?”
Representation and voice:
“In what ways do you hope to use your voice, whether online, in discussions, or in person — to help shape the future of brain tumour support and research?”
Key Dates
Applications close: Monday 9 February at 9am
Online Informal interviews*: Monday 16 February - Friday 20 March
Feedback and offers: Week commencing Monday 23 March
Induction date (in person event): Wednesday 29 April and Thursday 30 April
*Depending on the volume of applications we receive, we may shortlist applicants for these interviews.
Need support with the application process?
We are committed to being inclusive and recognise that there may be a number of ways we could support you through the application process. If there’s any adjustments we can make to help you fully engage in the process, don’t hesitate to let us know by getting in touch with the Volunteering Team.
The Brain Tumour Charity is the world’s leading brain tumour charity and the largest dedicated funder of research into brain tumours globally.

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We are a dynamic charity, focused on helping survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable freedom by providing invaluable training, coaching, work experience and advocacy across the UK. It is now two years since we launched a new strategy from which we have increased our impact whilst strengthening and broadening our services for survivors of modern slavery. In these challenging times it is even more important that we continue to be bold, resilient and effective. We are looking for a new Chair of Trustees who has the vision, passion and expertise to collaboratively lead the organisation during this exciting period. The Chair together with the trustees will work to ensure effective governance and provide guidance and support to the executive to ensure that we continue to support and advocate for survivors of modern slavery.
Chair Role & Responsibilities
SHF aims to work in a proactive and collaborative manner, and the Chair will play an important part in setting the tone and bringing all the stakeholders together. We are looking for someone who has considerable experience of leadership at an executive or board level in the charity or corporate sector and has an understanding of the modern slavery sector.
The people that we work with come from all over the world and have a wide variety of beliefs, experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to sharing in and reflecting this rich diversity amongst our staff, volunteers and trustees and would strongly encourage applicants from minority and under-represented groups, and from those with lived experience. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are.
Governance and Culture
- Provide leadership and oversight to the board and executive team on strategy, governance and risk, ensuring that we meet our obligations and responsibilities, including but not limited to governance structures, financial responsibilities, ethos and charity law.
- Ensure that the charity is acting in accordance with its constitution and uses its resources responsibly and exclusively to further its charity objects.
- Support the strengthening of accountable and effective practice within the charity’s governance, helping to cultivate clear commitments, regular learningSustainable freedom from modern slavery 6 focused reviews, and a transparent understanding of impact against strategic priorities.
- Ensure effective scrutiny of finance at board level and that the charity is financially sustainable.
Board Effectiveness
- Facilitate and guide conversations in a way that enables constructive discussion, draws out diverse perspectives and supports informed, shared decision-making.
- Encourage full participation from all trustees, recognising and valuing different skills, identities and lived experiences.
- Work with the Chief Executive and committee Chairs to ensure that board meetings are well planned with agendas that reflect the priorities of SHF and the responsibilities of the trustees.
- Meet as appropriate with the treasurer and Chairs of any board committees.
- Build strong, respectful working relationships between trustees, addressing challenges or conflict with openness and fairness.
- Model and promote a positive and collaborative board culture based on mutual respect rooted in SHF’s values and an appropriate balance of support and challenge
Advocacy and Strategic Development
- Work with the CEO and trustees to strengthen understanding of modern slavery issues, build recognition of the impact of our programmes and influence key decision makers.
- Support the CEO when required to strengthen SHF’s advocacy impact.
- Ensure our strategy is ambitious and financially sustainable and that risks are identified and effectively managed by the executive.
- Bring strategic and planning expertise to the process of ongoing evaluation and refreshment of the strategy.
Development/Fundraising:
- Act as an ambassador for SHF by raising its profile through your networks.
- Build, maintain and develop partnerships which reflect our values and directly benefit our mission.
- Play an active role in supporting the executive to reach its revenue goals.
CEO Mentor and Constructive Friend to the Managing Executive
- Provide a supportive, confidential space for the CEO as a sounding board and constructive friend.
- Build a strong working relationship with the CEO to maintain an overview of SHF’s affairs, to support as necessary the management of sensitive, complex or contentious issues and, where appropriate, provide constructive challenge to the CEO.
- Build a strong working relationship with the executive, offering constructive advice and support whilst maintaining the boundary between the operational decisionmaking of the executive and governance oversight of the Board.
- Lead the annual appraisal for the CEO in line with SHF’s appraisal process and in consultation with other trustees. Ensure that any identified professional development needs are put in place.
Safeguarding Ensure that:
- A Safeguarding Policy and Procedure is in place, is reviewed as least annually and is available to and understood/applied by staff.
- A culture of safeguarding is championed, where wellbeing and psychological safety is prioritised and staff, volunteers and people with lived experience can raise concerns without fear of judgement or reprisal.
- There is a staff Code of Conduct and policies such as Speaking Out (formally Whistleblowing) and Safer Recruitment are in place.
- Safeguarding concerns are managed effectively; there are systems in place for its management; safeguarding resources including training; a DSL is appointed whose role is stated in their job description.
- Regular feedback on safeguarding activity is received (such as gaps, threats, risks), oversee a risk register and the remedial actions required and the track progress.
- Chair of Trustees undertakes enquiries in the event of an allegation being made against the CEO
- Compliance with the Charity Commission serious incident notification requirements, and other bodies such as regulators, commissioners, grant makers, and insurance companies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil CIC is a grassroots community interest company committed to fighting Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) across all UK communities.
We work to protect, heal, and empower survivors, amplify their voices, and educate the public through media, outreach, and education.
Our CIC is a movement, not just an organisation — everything we do is built from the ground up by people with heart, courage, and vision. We believe in truth, love as law, and community unity.
This is a grassroots, volunteer-driven structure, so this role will suit someone who values purpose, legacy, and growth over titles or pay at this stage.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Voluntary Assistant to the Executive Assistant, who will directly support the Executive Assistant to the Founder in the day-to-day coordination, administration, and communications of the CIC.
You will play a vital role in helping the team stay organised, efficient, and connected as we expand our operations, events, and fundraising programmes.
This is an unpaid voluntary position for someone passionate about helping build a movement that fights CSA and supports survivors across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the Executive Assistant in managing schedules, meetings, and communications.
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Assist with preparing reports, tracking project tasks, and ensuring follow-ups through Asana.
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Help organise and document team meetings, training sessions, and fundraising events.
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Communicate with internal departments, volunteers, and external partners in a professional and sensitive manner.
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Assist with digital organisation — filing, cloud storage management, and shared document control.
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Help prepare correspondence, press materials, or short summaries for the Founder or senior team.
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Occasionally attend virtual or in-person meetings to take notes and ensure next steps are actioned.
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Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity when handling information related to CSA, survivors, and internal operations.
Ideal Candidate
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Passionate about fighting against CSA and supporting survivors.
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Organised, proactive, and eager to learn about how community organisations operate.
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Tech-savvy and comfortable with tools like Asana, Microsoft Office, and Google Drive.
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Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
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Professional, empathetic, and committed to the CIC’s values of truth, love, and collective healing.
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Able to take initiative and work independently or within a small, close-knit team.
What You Will Gain
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Direct mentorship from the Executive Assistant and leadership team.
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Experience working closely with the Founder and understanding the inner workings of a fast-growing grassroots organisation.
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Opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and project management skills.
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The chance to make a real difference in the fight against CSA and contribute to something historic.
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Full training, mentoring, and ongoing personal development provided.
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Travel and food expenses covered for any in-person activities.
The possibility of transitioning into a paid role as the organisation grows.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to create a world without barriers. This face to face opportunity will see you providing information about RNIB services and activities to help people with sight loss live the lives they want, enabling them to hear about the support that is available, and how they can help others.
What you’ll be doing
• Creating a welcoming and interesting display stand.
• Speaking directly to people affected by sight loss.
• Being a friendly face of RNIB locally - engaging with a diverse range of people.
• Providing information and demonstrations of basic independent living aids for the general public and professionals.
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A supportive route to building your confidence in meeting members of the public and serving customers.
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
In applying for / signing up for this role you agree to be contacted when we are seeking volunteers to help with an event in relation to this role description. We will contact you via a communication method for which you have given consent.
How often will I be needed?
- 4 Hours per Event
Key requirements
- 1 reference
Location
Region
- Northern Ireland
Additional location information
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Currently looking for applicants within the Belfast area Only
Who this opportunity will suit
Minimum age
- You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
- • An outgoing, friendly approach to meeting new people • An empathetic and professional manner. • Good communications skills with active listening. • An interest in helping people access the information they need.
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As our Volunteer Treasurer, you’ll play a vital strategic role in ensuring PEDS can continue to grow, remain sustainable, and reach more people affected by eating disorders.
About PEDS
Personalised Eating Disorder Support (PEDS) is the UK’s first and only nurse-led eating disorder charity. We provide early intervention, personalised support, training and advocacy for individuals, families and professionals. Demand for our services has grown rapidly, and strong financial governance is critical to helping us respond safely and sustainably.
The Role
We are seeking a committed and values-driven Volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. This is a key governance role, offering the opportunity to use your financial skills to support a high-impact charity at an exciting stage of development.
Working closely with the Chair, CEO, Service Manager and Board, you will provide oversight of the charity’s financial health, help guide strategic decision-making, and ensure appropriate controls and reporting are in place.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee the financial affairs of the charity and ensure they are conducted responsibly and transparently
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Support the monitoring of budgets, forecasts and financial plans
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Present clear financial reports to the Board, highlighting risks, opportunities and trends
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Ensure appropriate financial controls, policies and procedures are in place
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Liaise with independent examiners/auditors and support the annual accounts process
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Provide strategic input on sustainability, growth, funding and reserves
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Act as a key advisor to the Board on financial matters
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting Youth Helpers to assist at our various Cadet and Badger groups in the South West.
Youth Helpers work directly with young people in St John Ambulance Badger Setts and Cadet Units by supporting our Youth Leaders to deliver a sessions across our range of programmes. In this role, you'll support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. Youth Helpers also help young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team.
You’ll get a huge sense of satisfaction and pride delivering an essential service. It’s great for you, great for your community and great for our nation, and it requires only a small commitment of your time.
Pursuing the role
If you are successful, you will need to undertake induction & training for the role on these dates:
- Welcome Event (Induction) - to be discussed with the candidate.
Closing date for these opportunities is: 31/12/2025
To apply for this opportunity, please follow the link below:
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Trustee of Sandhurst Day Centre Association, with a focus on strategic oversight of facilities & building management
Do you want to support and improve the running of our services for older people, with an oversight of our building?
You could be a trustee for Sandhurst Day Centre Association, our charity that provides activities and social time for local older people, in our bespoke Centre.
Developed in the 1970s and first Registered in 1983, the charity is an unincorporated Association, with work in progress to become a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.
In 2024, the Centre turned over ~£300k, an increase from previous years, with a small surplus made. The Centre Manager, employees and volunteers are responsible for day-to-day running, while trustees offer strategic oversight of operations, planning for the future.
The role and what we are looking for in a new trustee
Trustees are the people who make the top-level decisions for our charity. Our Board includes people with experience in services for older people, and we’d expect all trustees to have empathy with our cause and our beneficiaries.
We are looking for a new trustee to add additional professional input to the running of the building and its facilities. The role will aid the Centre Manager by offering analyses of Health & Safety, building management and the physical environment. You will bring relevant knowledge, skills and experience in these and associated areas.
You don’t necessarily need prior experience of charity trusteeship, as full induction to our organisation will be provided, plus specialist support as a new trustee including access to external training.
If you can think strategically and plan long-term, you have the primary skills needed by our trustees; you’ll also need to be able to work collectively with other Board members. Support from our paid employees is always available, as they will be dealing with the day-to-day running of the organisation.
We are a charity not a business, but we apply business principles to governing our organisation. We are looking for people from a variety of backgrounds to join our charity. We want to expand the diversity of our board, in all meanings of the word, and strongly welcome applications from people from less-represented groups.
The focus of a trustee role is strategic, and trustees will not be expected to get involved in the organisation’s operations on a day-to-day basis; however, contact and liaison with other trustees, volunteers and employees is expected.
We ask for about five hours per month, which includes all meetings, discussions, etc. You will need access to digital communications, as much of our charity’s business is run that way.
How to apply
A detailed Role Description and Skills Specification is attached to this advert, with more further information and application to Brian Wilson, SDCA trustee, via Apply Now, below.
Your CV (or similar) and Cover Letter will be read by our existing trustees, and an interview offered as soon as mutually convenient.





