Volunteer Fundraising Trustee Volunteer Roles in Glasgow

We are recruiting for new trustees for our Board, including Treasurer  

Boxing Futures is a dynamic charity which works to improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of disadvantaged young people. We empower young people by building positive relationships, developing core soft skills, and increasing confidence and motivation. 

Our proven, positive impact provides a springboard to re-engage with education, volunteering, and employment opportunities. 

We welcome applications from people with a range of skills and experience, including people who have not been a trustee before, and from diverse backgrounds. One role is being sought with current financial experience to act as our Treasurer. Additional expertise in charity legal frameworks and charity finance would be welcomed.

The Trustees of Boxing Futures provide strategic direction, financial control, and overall assurance of effective accountability for the organisation to ensure that what we deliver in line with our mission and objectives. Trustee meetings are quarterly.

If you are interested in the Treasurer position specifically please see attachment. 

Art History Link-Up is looking for a new Secretary Trustee to join the Board.

Our small Board currently comprises ten dedicated individuals, between them holding broad experience across several sectors and disciplines.

We are seeking to boost particular skills on the Board and are particularly keen to appoint a candidate with the skills below:

Secretary

• An individual with a legal background, or with sound knowledge of the area who can take the lead on compliance issues relating to constitutional, legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills

The Board of Trustees has responsibility for:

• Providing strategic oversight and leadership, ensuring that Art History Link-Up pursues its stated objectives.
• Ensuring effective and efficient administration of the charity, including approving the budget, defining goals and targets, evaluating performance, and taking appropriate action to manage risk.
• Taking a limited but hands-on role to support the delivery of certain elements of the charity’s work (e.g. marketing, accounting, recruitment).
• Ensure resources are used effectively to ensure the overall financial sustainability of the charity in future years.
• Contributing to and safeguarding the reputation and values of the charity and our partners, being an excellent advocate for Art History Link-Up and the young people we work with.
• Supporting our employees, freelancers and volunteers to help them contribute positively and professionally to the development of the Charity and its programme.
• Ensuring that Art History Link-Up operates in accordance with the principles of good governance, complying with its Articles of Association, its safeguarding and recruitment policies, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

Successful candidates will be strong team players with a range of professional skills and personal qualities. You should share our determination to make the study and enjoyment of art history accessible to as many young people as possible.

Application

To apply, please provide:

A CV of no more than two sides of A4; this should provide details of your educational background, employment history, directorships and trusteeships, membership of professional bodies and details of any  publications or awards and a supporting covering letter of not more than two sides of A4, setting out how you meet the criteria – please make sure you refer to the trustee responsibilities and person specification above.

Successful applicants will be invited to an interview with a member(s) of the Board at a mutually convenient time.

Our policies including our Recruitment, Volunteer, and Diversity Policies, are available to view on our website.

Deadline for applications 31st August 2024

Trustee

Are you interested in becoming a voluntary Trustee? We are looking for an experienced and committed individuals to play an essential role in the governance and development of a charity dedicated to supporting young people leaving care.  

The charity provides support and expertise to local authorities around the country to set up and manage Local House Projects so that young people leave care in a planned and supported way.

Position: Trustee (voluntary)

Location: Remote, with travel to Crewe Cheshire

Time commitment: Four Board meetings annually which take place at the head office in Crewe. Plus an Annual Conference and an Annual Young Person’s event which trustees are expected to attend.

Contract: Trustees are appointed initially for three years. Thereafter they may be reappointed for two further terms of three years each after which trustees must step down.

Remuneration: The position is unpaid, though reasonable expenses (such as travel to meetings) are reimbursed.

The Role

With other trustees you’ll be responsible for the governance of the organisation, its strategic development and ensuring the charity is well run. You’ll demonstrate what it takes to deliver effective services and be able to make good decisions. You’ll have a deep commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will value the lived experience and expert status of young people who are beneficiaries of the charity’s work.

Key responsibilities include:

· To commit to the vision and ethos of the charity

· To value the voice of young people and ensure it informs decision making

· To ensure the charity complies with its governing documents, charity and company law

· To contribute actively to giving clear strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining goals, and setting targets, and evaluating performance

· To safeguard the good name and reputation of the charity and be an effective ambassador

· To ensure the charity’s effective and efficient administration

· To ensure the charity’s financial stability

· To support and constructively challenge the senior management as a ‘’critical friend’’

About You

You need not have been a charity trustee before, but you will have a deep commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will value the lived experience and expert status of young people.

You will have skills and/or experience across a broad range of leadership and business roles and any of the following would be especially useful:

· Philanthropy and fundraising

· Business development

· Organisational change

· Law

· HR

· PR & Communications

The Board currently has five members and the charity are keen to recruit a minimum of two Trustees to build a more diverse team of people that reflects the needs of those supported. We actively encourage approaches from people of different ages, physical ability, sexual orientation, race and religious belief and those with care experience.

Other roles may include; CEO, Charity CEO, Social Enterprise, Director of Volunteering, Trustee, Trust, Director of Strategy, CFO, COO, Head of, Director, Fundraising Director, Head of Marketing, Director of Marketing, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Head of HR, HR Director, Compliance, etc #INDNFP

Home-Start Trustees Recruitment  - Trustees including Chair of Trustees

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead (HSEEB) is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families and children.  Staff and Volunteers offer regular support, including providing emotional and practical help to families in the families’ own homes and connecting families with specialist services within the community.

We are looking to recruit a new Chair of Trustees and additional Trustees; who will increase the range of skills and experience on the Board. This is essential for us to make the best decisions for HSEEB and our families.  For the Chair role, you will need leadership skills and a good understanding of governance. For the Trustee roles, there is no requirement for you to have  been a trustee before, however, you do need to be passionate about improving the lives of children and the families we support.

You will be good at working with others, ready to speak up and ask questions, be thoughtful and open to learning and able to stand back to see the bigger picture. You must take the responsibilities of a Trustee seriously.

We are looking to better reflect the experiences of our community, to bring the skills and experiences of diverse Trustees to the Board, as well as recruiting Trustees with lived experience of or insight into socio-economic disadvantage.

We would like to hear from people who can bring some of the following skills and expertise: Contracting; Governance; Event Planning; Bid Writing; Early Years; Mental Health; IT and Media

An enhanced disclosure check will be required.

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th July 2024 at 5pm

 Interviews:  August/September

 For more details about how to apply, please see our website.

 Please note: We do not accept CVs

 Registered Address: 128 Great Tattenhams, Epsom Downs, Surrey, KT18 5SE

 Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is committed to safer recruitment practice as an important part of safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is a Company Limited by Guarantee No 8765689 & a Registered Charity No 1156539 

TREASURER - VOLUNTEER ROLE

We are looking for a volunteer with experience in UK accounting to join our startup Unlock YOUR Potential in the volunteer role of TREASURER (Remote), where you will lead on the financial management and controls of Unlock YOUR Potential. This includes attending regular meetings via telephone or via Zoom and be able to commit to 6 hours per month as part of the TREASURER duties.

About Us:

Unlock YOUR Potential is a brand new dynamic and impact-focused startup charity committed to empowering individuals from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Our mission is to provide meaningful programmes that span employment, education, life skills, mentoring, personal development, and holistic support. We believe in building new pathways for those seeking positive change.

Role Overview:

As the Volunteer, Treasurer, you will play a crucial role within our startup in managing the financial affairs of our charity. Your expertise will ensure compliance with legal accounting practices, effective financial management, and strategic decision-making. This is a remote position with meetings taking place via telephone or via Zoom.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and safeguard charity funds, including being a key signatory of the charity bank accounts.
2. ​Prepare accurate financial reports and records. Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
3. Prepare budgets and financial statements, submit forecasting and financial reports and implement legislative and financial policies.
4. Lead the charity in all financial matters and aspects.
5. Work closely with the CEO and Finance Manager and other Trustees to ensure the sound financial management of Unlock YOUR Potential.
6. Carry out essential Trustee duties, including those in your role as Treasurer.

Treasurer ​Qualifications:

• Previous UK finance/accounting experience.
• Proficiency with financial software systems.
• Strong communication and forecasting skills.
• Knowledge of financial legislation.​

Trustee Attributes:

• Passion for Social Impact: You believe in creating opportunities for those facing socio-economic challenges.
• Collaborative Approach: You appreciate teamwork and value diverse perspectives.
• Strategic Thinker: You can envision long-term goals and contribute to effective planning.
• Excellent Communication: You can articulate our mission compellingly to various audiences.

Time Commitment:

Approximately 6 hours per month. This includes quarterly board meetings and additional tasks as needed. Trustees are appointed for an initial 1-year term, with the option of renewal after the term comes up.

Join Us:

If you are passionate about making a difference, ready to contribute your skills, and eager to serve our community, we invite you to apply. Together, we can unlock potential and create positive change.

Unlock YOUR Potential is an equal opportunity organisation.

Unlock YOUR Potential

• Breaking Barriers
• Unlocking Potential

Do you want to utilise your strong leadership skills to have a positive impact on the strategic direction and governance of a charity?

Are you passionate about developing people and fostering good relationships?

Do you have the time and willingness to get involved in steering the work of a charity to provide invaluable support to its community?

Alex, The Leukodystrophy Charity (Alex TLC) is looking to appoint a leader with the passion and vision to Chair our Board of Trustees, ensuring we effectively fulfil our strategic goals and direction.

Who we are

Alex TLC provides invaluable support and information to people affected by leukodystrophy.

Leukodystrophies are genetic disorders that mainly affect the white matter of the central nervous system (i.e. the brain or spinal cord). There are more than 100 different known types of leukodystrophy, including some so rare they only affect one or two individuals.

Established in 2004 we are an internationally recognised centre of excellence and the only UK charity providing support and information to people affected by any of the leukodystrophy conditions worldwide.

Our expectations of you

In the role of Chair, you will be instrumental in ensuring effective and strategic governance of the Charity. Your collaborative efforts with our Board of Trustees will play a pivotal role in promoting inclusivity, driving excellent, well-rounded and considered decision making and ensuring our sustained success and progress.

We are looking for a Chair to join the Board immediately. You will be required to attend a minimum of 3 board meetings per year, review documentation in advance and maintain regular and responsive communication with the CEO outside of meetings. Mentorship can be arranged to support the transition into the role.

This is a voluntary and unremunerated position.

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We will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to remove barriers to this post. If you have any additional support or have any access or communication needs throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. 

Job title: Trustee / Non-Executive Director 

Salary: Voluntary - reasonable expenses are reimbursed 

Location: Remote – Quarterly Board meetings are a mix of in person and online.

A full list of duties and responsibilities are available in the Trustee recruitment pack. 

About us

The Emerging Futures CIC and Thrive Social Housing group inspire and empower people affected by addiction to make positive changes to their lives. We believe in equality, social justice, and strive to overcome the stigma associated with substance misuse so that everyone feels valued and respected.  

We provide people with safe homes where they can connect with others, find rewarding things to do and be motivated to pay it forward. 

The Emerging Futures behaviour change programmes provide a confidential space to share the lived experiences of addiction, which build confidence and resilience. 

Our accredited coach training develops passionate and skilled volunteers, helping people reconnect with their community and achieve a better future. 

About the role

We are recruiting new trustees and non-executive directors to our Board to play a vital role in making sure that the group achieves its core purpose.

Our trustees and non-executive directors oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that there is a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.

Just as importantly, they support and challenge the CEO and executive team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs, to enable Thrive Social Housing and Emerging Futures CIC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission. 

For more information on Emerging Futures, the role of our trustees and non executive directors, and a person specification, please download the recruitment pack below. 

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the role via our website.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a two-stage process.

The initial stage will involve meeting CEO and executive team, with a final interview with board members to be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.

Sunday 4th August - Deadline for applications

Thursday 8th August – Longlisted candidate invitations to interview issued 

Monday 12th August – Longlisted candidate interviews 

Friday 16th August – Interview feedback, shortlisted candidates given date for final interview 

Do you have a vision for the future of animal welfare in Glasgow? Do you want to be a key member of an intersectional and inclusive movement to improve the lives of Scotland’s pets and people?

If so, we’re looking for you!

Glasgow Pet Collective

Glasgow Pet Collective is here for Glasgow’s pets and their people. We will advocate for, protect, and create Glasgow’s pet families, championing their wellbeing and maintaining the human-animal bond. We envision a Glasgow where every pet and their human companion thrive together in a nurturing and inclusive community, championing the joy of companionship and mutual care. More info on GPC programs can be viewed at the bottom of this document.

We are looking for 2 dedicated Trustees to support GPC’s mission and help support humans and pets in a holistic, inclusive, and compassionate way.

The Role

GPC’s trustees will play a vital role in making sure the organisation achieves its core purposes of promoting the welfare and rehoming of companion animals, advancing animal welfare equity, relieving hardships faced by pets and their owners, lobbying for improved animal welfare legislation, fostering knowledge sharing, and building a supportive community for pet guardians in the Greater Glasgow Area. 

Trustees oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that GPC has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable GPC to grow and thrive, and through this, fulfil our objectives and realise the organisation’s mission.

Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group. 

Duties

• Support and provide advice on GPC’s purpose, vision, goals and activities. 

• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.

• Oversee GPC’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. 

• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.

• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.

• Review and approve GPC’s financial statements.

• Provide support and challenge to GPC’s co-founders in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.

• Keep abreast of changes in GPC’s operating environment.

• Contribute to regular reviews of GPC’s own governance. Attend Board meetings monthly, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.

• Use independent judgement, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect GPC’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.

• Contribute to the broader promotion of GPC’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

• Actively promote and uphold principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within the organisation. This includes confronting and addressing personal biases related to class, race, disability, or any other identifying characteristics. Trustees should advocate for and implement intersectional approaches in all aspects of the organisation's work, ensuring that all community members feel respected and valued.

As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role and who will enhance the diversity of thought on our board. Experience in pet welfare and animal advocacy, veterinary sciences, community groups, finance, or fundraising is highly valued but not essential. Lived experience is of great and equal value to professional and educational experience. To promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, we especially welcome applications from individuals within minoritized groups/communities, those from working class backgrounds, and those with physical impairments and/or neurodivergence.

Personal Skills and Qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.

• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion. 

• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

• Enthusiasm for our vision (listed below) and mission (listed below).

• Ability and drive to lead according to our values (listed below). 

Terms of Appointment

Terms of office

• Trustees are appointed for a 1 year term of office, renewal for unlimited further terms, at the discretion of membership.

• This is a voluntary position. Reasonable expenses (eg. travel costs or office supplies) will be reimbursed. Prior approval of such expenses shall be sought prior to purchase if at all possible.

Time commitment

• Attending 1 Board meetings each month plus the GPC annual general meeting. Board meetings will be held remotely unless a majority of the board wishes otherwise. AGM will be held remotely unless a majority of membership wishes otherwise.

• Attending annual strategy and/or training days as deemed desirable by a majority of the board.

Do you have professional expertise you could use to help a good cause? Are you passionate about animal welfare? We are looking for Trustees to manage the affairs of the Coventry and District Branch to promote and provide animal welfare within the branch area. As a trustee of a branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals.

Overview of the Branch Trustee opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person who could devote the time to volunteer with us as one of our Trustees. As a Trustee of the Branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives. You will serve on the governing body of the charity and be instrumental in the running of the Branch and setting out both the short and long term aims.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary dependent on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties such as the role of chairman, treasurer or secretary.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Coventry and District Branch

The Coventry and District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee

● Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.

● Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.

● Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).

● In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.

● Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.

● Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support local initiatives.

● Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.

● In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with experience and skills in any area.

Specific skills such as finance, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation can be useful, but not essential.

Alongside the relevant experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee

● We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you with everything you need to carry out the role.

● Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.

● The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.

● The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.

● A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

● Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.

● Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.

● Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

● Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

● References will also be required.

TRUSTEE - BRANCH SECRETARY 

RSPCA South West Somerset Branch

Overview of the Branch Secretary opportunity

As a Branch Secretary, you would be in an essential volunteer role as the principal communications trustee managing and maintaining the administrative affairs of our branch. Using your expertise and skills, you will be able to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives.

This role would require a time commitment of 1-4 hours per month.  This would include attending a committee meeting every 4-6 weeks in the evenings, usually lasting up to 2 hours and the annual general meeting.

We are happy to take applications from outside the branch catchment area, as long as you are able to join meetings by electronic means such as Zoom, and are willing to travel to in person meetings a couple of times a year.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA South West Somerset Branch

The RSPCA South West Somerset Branch is one of the branches of the RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of the RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of the RSPCA.

The RSPCA South West Somerset Branch runs charity shops in Taunton, Wellington, Chard and Bridgwater.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Secretary

• To act as the primary contact point for all branch communications with the national Society, the branch committee, and the branch membership.

• Arrange branch meetings, ensure accurate minutes are taken and distributed in accordance with branch rules.

• Ensure all branch committee decisions are implemented and actions completed.

• Arrange the branch AGM including the compilation and distribution of the annual report, nominations, and agenda in line with the strict timetable laid down in the branch rules.

• Arrange the timely dissemination of the contents of all correspondence and literature received by the branch, ensuring availability to all committee members, and reply to all branch correspondence where necessary.

• Order and distribute RSPCA stationery, leaflets, posters and other fundraising and promotional material.

• Liaise with the Branch support specialist (BSS) and group chief inspector and notify them of all branch meetings.

• Advise the BSS of all changes to branch facilities, services, and contact details.

• Maintain the branch membership list.

• Submit recommendations for national Society awards to the BSS, in accordance with the wishes of the committee.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

• Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.

• Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.

• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).

• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.

• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.

• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support regional initiatives.

• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.

• In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

Above all, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. 

Specific skills such as finance, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation can be useful, but not essential.

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert, although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Secretary

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.

• Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.

• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.

• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.

• A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

Practical considerations

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected.

• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.

• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals on who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

• References will also be required.

How to find out more about being a Branch Trustee

There is some information on the RSPCA website about Branch Trustees, and we have an online session about Becoming a Branch Trustee, which should hopefully give you more of an idea of what the RSPCA Branch Trustee role will involve.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our Branch!

Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background for this role, but you should be empathic to the needs of the armed forces community, have some experience of managing people and possess good I.T. skills. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What is a Branch Chair?

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas. Many are further divided into local areas called divisions. Each branch has a Chair to oversee all aspects of the branch. Ultimately accountable to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, through the National Chairman your role is to ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s Royal Charter Rules, Regulations, and policies. Also, to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound. You will be the public face of SSAFA in your branch area.

Why do we need you?

We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. More people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Our branches support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

When would you be needed and where would you be based?

This role is about leadership, coordination, and administration. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home. The role requires an ongoing time commitment, usually about 2-3 days per week. In addition, you would need to organise and attend regular meetings throughout the year.

What would you be doing?

• Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations both directly, and through the Branch Secretary, other Branch Officers, and Divisional Officers.
• Providing support and guidance to volunteers in office holder roles, and support with recruitment of volunteers into these positions to ensure the sustainability of the branch.
• Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs.
• Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policies.
• Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and working with other volunteers, regional and central office staff to attract and recruit new volunteers as required.
• Ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, inducted, supported, and managed in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
• Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
• Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers, and supporters know how to contact the branch.
• Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
• Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
• Supporting any salaried branch staff and ensuring that their line management arrangements are working appropriately.
• Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution in accordance with SSAFA’s Complaints Policy and procedures, referring upwards any that are not suitable for local resolution.

The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.

What could you gain from this volunteering role?

• Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

What training and support would you receive?

• Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role – caseworker training, caseworker IT system training, volunteer management – attracting, recruiting, and inducting volunteers. 
• Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Local orientation as well as meet and greet sessions with key Central Office and regional teams.
• Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
• Support from Regional and central staff and peer support from fellow Chairs in neighbouring branches.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
• Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

What are we looking for?

• Friendly and approachable people of any age (18+) with some experience of coordinating people and admin
• Willingness and ability to lead and manage a team of volunteers.
• Respectful and non-judgemental approach with beneficiaries, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues
• Willingness and ability to learn basic digital skills. Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address which you will be required to use when exercising your role.
• Willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
• Ability to understand and keep within the boundaries of the role for which training will be given.
• Reliability
• Practice confidentiality and data protection in line with SSAFA policies.
• Willingness and means to travel to meetings or events as required.
• Good written and spoken English.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.

Minimum Age: 18

Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.

References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)

Is a criminal record check required? No

Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background for this role, but you should be empathic to the needs of the armed forces community, have some experience of managing people and possess good I.T. skills. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What is a Branch Chair?

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas. Many are further divided into local areas called divisions. Each branch has a Chair to oversee all aspects of the branch. Ultimately accountable to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, through the National Chairman your role is to ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s Royal Charter Rules, Regulations, and policies. Also, to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound. You will be the public face of SSAFA in your branch area.

Why do we need you?

We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. More people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Our branches support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

When would you be needed and where would you be based?

This role is about leadership, coordination, and administration. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home. The role requires an ongoing time commitment, usually about 2-3 days per month. In addition, you would need to organise and attend regular meetings throughout the year.

What would you be doing?

• Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations both directly, and through the Branch Secretary, other Branch Officers, and Divisional Officers.
• Providing support and guidance to volunteers in office holder roles, and support with recruitment of volunteers into these positions to ensure the sustainability of the branch.
• Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs.
• Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policies.
• Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and working with other volunteers, regional and central office staff to attract and recruit new volunteers as required.
• Ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, inducted, supported, and managed in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
• Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
• Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers, and supporters know how to contact the branch.
• Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
• Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
• Supporting any salaried branch staff and ensuring that their line management arrangements are working appropriately.
• Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution in accordance with SSAFA’s Complaints Policy and procedures, referring upwards any that are not suitable for local resolution.

The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.

What could you gain from this volunteering role?

• Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

What training and support would you receive?

• Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role – caseworker training, caseworker IT system training, volunteer management – attracting, recruiting, and inducting volunteers. 
• Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Local orientation as well as meet and greet sessions with key Central Office and regional teams.
• Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
• Support from Regional and central staff and peer support from fellow Chairs in neighbouring branches.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
• Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

What are we looking for?

• Friendly and approachable people of any age (18+) with some experience of coordinating people and admin
• Willingness and ability to lead and manage a team of volunteers.
• Respectful and non-judgemental approach with beneficiaries, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues
• Willingness and ability to learn basic digital skills. Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address which you will be required to use when exercising your role.
• Willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
• Ability to understand and keep within the boundaries of the role for which training will be given.
• Reliability
• Practice confidentiality and data protection in line with SSAFA policies.
• Willingness and means to travel to meetings or events as required.
• Good written and spoken English.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.

Minimum Age: 18

Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.

References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)

Is a criminal record check required? No

Could you lead the local SSAFA services in your area? You don’t need a military background for this role, but you should be empathic to the needs of the armed forces community, have some experience of managing people and possess good I.T. skills. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

What is a Branch Chair?

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas. Many are further divided into local areas called divisions. Each branch has a Chair to oversee all aspects of the branch. Ultimately accountable to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, through the National Chairman your role is to ensure that the branch is running in line with SSAFA’s Royal Charter Rules, Regulations, and policies. Also, to ensure that clients and volunteers are safe, all services provided are appropriate and effective and that the branch is financially sound. You will be the public face of SSAFA in your branch area.

Why do we need you?

We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan. More people than ever are contacting SSAFA for financial, practical and emotional support. To do this we need local branches and volunteers who can coordinate people, ensure the local population know about SSAFA and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Our branches support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

When would you be needed and where would you be based?

This role is about leadership, coordination, and administration. As part of your local branch, you might have access to an office, but many volunteers are based at home. The role requires an ongoing time commitment, usually about 2-3 days per month. In addition, you would need to organise and attend regular meetings throughout the year.

What would you be doing?

• Providing leadership to the Branch and ensuring that all activities comply with SSAFA regulations both directly, and through the Branch Secretary, other Branch Officers, and Divisional Officers.
• Providing support and guidance to volunteers in office holder roles, and support with recruitment of volunteers into these positions to ensure the sustainability of the branch.
• Ensuring the financial integrity of the Branch, including the appointment of Treasurers and a local fundraising programme to meet branch running costs.
• Ensuring that all data is processed and held in accordance with SSAFA’s data management policies.
• Monitoring volunteer numbers against the demand for support and working with other volunteers, regional and central office staff to attract and recruit new volunteers as required.
• Ensuring that all volunteers are recruited, inducted, supported, and managed in line with SSAFA policies, such as the Volunteering Policy, Volunteer Code of Conduct, Data Protection Policy, and Safeguarding Policy.
• Building relationships with regional and central office staff, local voluntary organisations and, if applicable, SSAFA Service committees, local military establishments, prisons etc.
• Overseeing an appropriate programme of awareness raising so that potential clients, volunteers, and supporters know how to contact the branch.
• Providing timely reports and information to SSAFA’s Central Office
• Overseeing a programme of meetings including an AGM, branch meetings, committee meetings, training etc.
• Supporting any salaried branch staff and ensuring that their line management arrangements are working appropriately.
• Resolve any complaints that are suitable for local resolution in accordance with SSAFA’s Complaints Policy and procedures, referring upwards any that are not suitable for local resolution.

The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.

What could you gain from this volunteering role?

• Gain experience of holding a key local role with oversight of all SSAFA activity in the local area
• Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others.
• Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
• Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
• Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!

What training and support would you receive?

• Role specific training to prepare you for your voluntary role – caseworker training, caseworker IT system training, volunteer management – attracting, recruiting, and inducting volunteers. 
• Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
• Local orientation as well as meet and greet sessions with key Central Office and regional teams.
• Access to a range additional e-learning courses as well as local opportunities for your personal and professional development.
• Support from Regional and central staff and peer support from fellow Chairs in neighbouring branches.
• Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
• Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

What are we looking for?

• Friendly and approachable people of any age (18+) with some experience of coordinating people and admin
• Willingness and ability to lead and manage a team of volunteers.
• Respectful and non-judgemental approach with beneficiaries, their family, other agencies and SSAFA colleagues
• Willingness and ability to learn basic digital skills. Ability to send and receive emails – you will receive your own SSAFA email address which you will be required to use when exercising your role.
• Willingness to use our on-line case management system (this is covered in the training course)
• Ability to understand and keep within the boundaries of the role for which training will be given.
• Reliability
• Practice confidentiality and data protection in line with SSAFA policies.
• Willingness and means to travel to meetings or events as required.
• Good written and spoken English.

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.

Minimum Age: 18

Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.

References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)

Is a criminal record check required? No

The world's first bricks-and-mortar museum dedicated to vaginas, vulvas and the gynaecological anatomy are recruiting a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. 

As Treasurer, your responsibilities will be: 

• Attend monthly Board meetings and an annual planning day
• Fundraising
• Fulfilling administrative, financial and legal requirements
• Willingness to familiarise yourself with the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship.
• Be a challenging advocate, as well as diligent and passionate about the mission and work of the Museum

The majority of responsibilities can be carried out remotely, although occasional in-person meetings in London are required and we encourage trustees to visit the museum and meet their fellow trustees and the wider team of staff and volunteers.

There is no need to have trustee experience to apply. However, an interest in the promotion of intersectional feminism is necessary. The Vagina Museum holds and promotes the values of equality, diversity and inclusivity and we are seeking trustees who would be ambassadors to these values. We particularly welcome applications from Black and Asian people, and people who are trans or identify as non-binary as they are underrepresented on the current board.

To apply, please download the application pack.