Volunteer roles in covent garden, greater london
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Here at Youth4Youth, we have grown a strong, tight-knit community of individuals who are passionate about making a difference and improving the lives of young people across the UK. Our growing team of volunteers all contribute, significantly, to the impact that we have as a charity on our direct beneficiaries, regardless of the department that they work in of the level of time that they are able to commit. Our services primarily offer a peer-support network to young people right across the UK, allowing them to access a peer mentor who is of a similar age to them and somebody that they feel more comfortable speaking with.
If successful, you will be joining a growing team of diverse, but likeminded individuals, collaborating to increase the reach of the Charity and improve support provisions available to young people. All of our volunteers and employees are remote workers, but that doesn't stop us keeping in touch and maintaining a strong positive culture amongst our whole team.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Executive Leadership Team here at Youth4Youth to drive positive change in all things volunteer engagement. As an entirely volunteer run organisation, positive engagement with volunteers is absolutely fundamental in allowing Youth4Youth to achieve its mission. It is so fundamental that one of our overarching strategic goals is to ensure that all volunteers have a positive and meaningful volunteering experience when working with us. The Volunteer Experience Director will play a critical role in setting strategy and executing solutions to improve the overall volunteer experience.
Responsibilities
Short term objectives:
- Define the volunteering proposition for the Charity, helping new and existing volunteers to understand the impact of working with Youth4Youth
- Manage a project to understand gaps in volunteer engagement and experience, generating recommendations back to the ELT
- Develop a volunteer experience strategy that improves engagement and the overall volunteering experience of all involved with Youth4Youth
Overall objectives and responsibilities:
- Lead a team of volunteers who are involved in supporting a positive volunteering experience with the charity
- Develop and execute a volunteer experience strategy that seeks to attract, engage and retain high-quality volunteers into all teams across the charity
- Partner effectively with the broader charity leadership team to understand engagement challenges and implement solutions to close engagement gaps
- Report to the CEO and the Board of Trustees on any strategic progress made around improving volunteer engagement
Skills
- Ability to manage complex projects, including the direct and indirect management and coordination of people resources
- Ability to understand complex problems and articulate solutions in a clear, concise and understandable manner
- Demonstrable blue-sky thinking that encourages the implementation of new solutions that may not have been considered before
- Ability to influence both with and without authority to drive positive and meaningful change at all levels and across all departments
Our mission is to continue to grow towards becoming one of the best charities in the UK. Our aim is to do this by building a diverse team, rich with different backgrounds and perspectives. Therefore, even if you feel you only are a 75% match, we would still love to hear from you. Skills can be learned, but diversity cannot.
Benefits of volunteering with Youth4Youth
We recognise that you will be joining us and giving your time as an 'in-kind' donation, but there must be benefits for you too. When joining our team, you will be open to the following benefits:
- Professional and personal development opportunities in a variety of skill areas through volunteering in real roles. This may be general development or tailored to your specific needs or ambitions
- Becoming a member of a strong network of likeminded individuals, spread across the UK, who you can connect with and collaborate with both within and outside of the Charity
- Access to bespoke discounts, specifically designed for non-profit workers and Youth4Youth volunteers
- Opportunities to truly shape the future of the Charity, having a direct influence over the impact that Youth4Youth has on its direct beneficiaries
The hiring process
Our hiring process typically has two stages
- Video or Written Application (when applicable)
- Interview with the Volunteering Coordinator for that role
Some roles will have extra stages but we’ll let you know as early as possible if so.
Please let us know if you require any accommodations for the interview process, and we’ll do our best to assist.
To ensure that all young people have a safe space to reach out for support, enabling them to realise their full potential, thrive in everyday life
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Role: Admin, Social Media & Fundraising Support
Organisation: Whispaws Animal Sanctuary
Location: Flexible - Local (South East London / North Kent) or Remote
About Us
Whispaws Animal Sanctuary is a UK-based charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs and cats in Serbia. We provide veterinary care, rehabilitation, and adoption opportunities, and run sterilisation campaigns to reduce the street dog population. Our work also includes a street feeding campaign, ensuring that abandoned animals living outdoors receive regular food and care.
We are a small but passionate team, committed to improving animal welfare through hands-on rescue work, community outreach, and fundraising.
The Role
We are looking for reliable, proactive volunteers to join our team and support us with general administration, social media, and fundraising. You may choose to help in one area or across several, depending on your skills, interests, and availability. The work can be done remotely, although if you are based near Sevenoaks, Blackheath, or Chislehurst, there are opportunities to join our in-person fundraising events.
Key Areas of Involvement
General Administration
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Use Google Drive to organise and manage charity documents (training provided if needed)
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Input and manage data accurately
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Filing expenses using Google Drive
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Help with Sponsorship Programme management for dogs in our care
Fundraising
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Approach local businesses for sponsorships, donations, and event prizes
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Join the team in planning and advertising in-person fundraising events
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Support online fundraising campaigns through social media
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Suggest and help develop creative fundraising ideas
Social Media
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Share adoption posts across multiple platforms
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Take charge of posting existing prepared content to our channels
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Manage and update dog adoption profiles on Facebook
Who We’re Looking For
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Dedicated to animal welfare and making a real difference
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Honest and clear about what tasks they can take on, and follow through reliably
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Organised and able to complete agreed tasks in a timely manner
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Comfortable using (or quick to learn) Google Drive and basic admin tools
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Self-motivated, with good communication skills
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A bonus if based locally and able to attend events in person
What You’ll Gain
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The opportunity to directly improve the lives of animals in need
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Experience in charity administration, fundraising, and social media
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Being part of a friendly, supportive, and passionate team
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Flexible working hours to fit around your schedule
Time Commitment
Flexible: Whether you can help with a single task or ongoing responsibilities, we just ask that you commit to what you can realistically offer each month and see it through to completion.
How to Apply
Please apply via CharityJob with a short introduction about yourself, your skills, and how much time you can commit each month. Let us know which areas you’re most interested in helping with.
Volunteer-run UK charity improving animal welfare in Serbia through rescue, street outreach & sterilisation, giving safety, healing & homes
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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CKT funds music lessons for children in Surrey who would not otherwise be able to afford them. We are looking for someone to manage our give a gig fundraising programme with the objective of maximising the amount of funds raised and developing long term relationships with gig givers
Specific tasks
- Liaising with and between gig givers, speakers and other volunteers in advance of gigs to ensure the smooth running and maximise fund raising at gigs Working with the roster administrator to ensure that sufficient speakers and volunteers are available at each gig
- Ensuring that CKT team at each gig have necessary flyers, banners, buckets and gift aid Ensuring appropriate follow up after gigs including notifying the treasurer and trustees of sums raised, thanking gig givers and volunteers and banking cash collected at gigs
- Maintaining and keeping up to date the master give a gig spreadsheet, the summary list of recent and upcoming gigs in agendas and minutes and the list of past and upcoming gigs on the CKT website
- Helping organise fund raising concerts and donor events run by CKT itself from time to time
- Attending and contributing to board meetings as a CKT manager
- Attending concerts from time to time as a CKT volunteer
- Performing such other tasks and activities for CKT as skills and time allow
You will be guided in your role by the trustee or trustees with fund raising responsibilities The role may or may not include monitoring the health of the give a gig funnel and identification of and approaches to new and past gig givers for new gigs
Gig givers include all choirs, orchestras, bands, festivals and venues who have agreed to raise funds for CKT
Skills and experience required
Love for music and belief in the importance of music education for all young people You will probably enjoy going to concerts and gigs yourself
Good organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to methodically follow, apply and improve standard processes
High standard of written communication (by email)
Good people skills
Basic familiarity with operation of (non-numeric aspects of) simple excel spreadsheets and shared drives used for data and record keeping purposes
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Can you bring your skills and experience to support the future of acupuncture?
Collectively, our members provide millions of treatments each year to the UK public. Traditional acupuncture is widely accepted in mainstream medicine and is formally recommended in NICE guidelines such as those for chronic primary pain. For this reason, acupuncture alleviates the suffering of a significant proportion of the UK public and it can do much more.
Your participation on this committee could make all the difference to our members and to the patients that they serve!
The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) is the largest traditional acupuncture regulating body in the UK and the only body that maintains training and regulatory standards that meet the accreditation standards of the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (PSA).
However, for acupuncture to succeed, acupuncturists must be able to meet the significant challenges of maintaining and developing their clinical skills, running a private practice and supporting their own physical and mental health. The BAcC also has a mission to influence government and national healthcare policy to create better opportunities for those of all incomes and backgrounds to have access to acupuncture from trusted practitioners.
The BAcC Membership Services Committee (MSC) was established to aid the organisation to meet the needs of its practising membership. The committee is comprised of both practitioner members and non-practitioner lay representatives. It is chaired by a member of the governing board and supported by the BAcC CEO and staff.
As a lay member of the MSC, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives and opportunities of practising acupuncturists and in turn enhance the availability, effectiveness and safety of acupuncture to the UK public. The BAcC is looking for candidates who have an interest and motivation to support acupuncture and acupuncturists and have experience and skills in one or more relevant areas including:
- Delivering value to membership organisations
- Business development and promotion
- Political lobbying and influencing external stakeholders
- Experience of support for UK-based East Asian communities
If you are inspired to be part of this committee, please download the Candidate Pack and submit your CV and covering letter/supporting statement by 5pm on Tuesday 19 August 2025.
This is a recruited position so all applicants will be considered for interview which will take place on Tuesday 26 August 2025 (online by Microsoft Teams).
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Volunteer General Manager – Lead the Movement at MINDSET Charity
Are you ready to change lives—and rewrite the story of men’s mental health in the UK?
MINDSET is a bold new charity with a clear mission: to empower men to speak up, grow, and thrive. We offer peer-led support, practical self-improvement workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and growth.
But we need a leader. A visionary. Someone who can take this movement from spark to wildfire.
Why MINDSET Matters
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Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.
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1 in 8 men experience mental health problems—but many never seek help.
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Outdated stereotypes still tell men to “man up” and stay silent.
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We’re here to change that—with action, empathy, and tools for real growth.
Your Role: General Manager (Volunteer)
As our General Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind MINDSET’s launch and growth. Working closely with our Board of Trustees and volunteer team, you’ll shape strategy, build partnerships, and lead operations with heart and purpose.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the charity’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations.
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Build and manage a passionate volunteer team.
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Oversee programme delivery, fundraising, and outreach.
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Ensure financial sustainability and regulatory compliance.
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Represent MINDSET publicly and build strong community relationships.
Who We’re Looking For
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Proven leadership experience (charity or commercial welcome).
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Strategic thinker with operational know-how.
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Passionate about men’s mental health and personal development.
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Excellent communicator and relationship-builder.
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Self-starter with resilience and vision.
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Able to commit approx. 8-15 hours/week (flexible).
Why Volunteer with MINDSET?
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Shape a new charity from the ground up.
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Make a real impact on men’s lives across the UK.
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Lead with purpose in a role that blends strategy, heart, and action.
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Be part of a movement that challenges stigma and builds strength through connection.
Apply Now
Send your CV and a short cover letter.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—for every man who needs it.
Lead the change. Be the difference.
MINDSET Charity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Graphic Designer – Shape the Face of MINDSET Charity
Are you a creative visionary with a passion for purpose? Do you believe design can change minds—and lives?
MINDSET is a bold new UK charity supporting men’s mental health and personal growth. We’re building a movement that helps men speak up, grow stronger, and connect deeply. But to do that, we need a visual identity that speaks volumes.
We’re looking for a talented Graphic Designer to help us craft our brand and visual style design, including social media posts, roll up banners, posters and much more —so we can be recognised, remembered, and respected.
Why MINDSET Matters
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Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.
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1 in 8 men experience mental health challenges—but many never seek help.
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Outdated ideas of masculinity still tell men to “man up” and stay silent.
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We’re here to change that—with connection, creativity, and courage.
Your Role: Graphic Designer (Volunteer)
You’ll be the creative force behind MINDSET’s visual identity, helping us stand out and speak clearly to the men who need us most.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design a powerful, versatile branding and visual style, social media posts, roll up banners or other items that reflects our mission and values.
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Develop a cohesive brand style (colours, fonts, imagery).
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Create templates for social media, posters, and promotional materials.
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Collaborate with our team to ensure visual consistency across platforms.
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Help us raise our profile and build trust through design.
Who We’re Looking For
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Experience in graphic design (professional or freelance welcome).
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Strong portfolio showcasing logo and brand work.
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Passion for mental health, social impact, or community projects.
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Ability to work collaboratively and respond to feedback.
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Comfortable with flexible volunteer hours (you will manage your own time).
Why Volunteer with MINDSET?
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Use your creativity for good—design that makes a difference.
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Help shape a new charity’s identity from the ground up.
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Be part of a passionate team working to change lives.
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Gain exposure and recognition for your work across platforms.
Apply Now
Send your portfolio and a short note about why you’d love to design for MINDSET.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm
Design the change. Be the difference.
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—together.
MINDSET Charity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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TRUSTEES WANTED – Help Lead MINDSET Charity Forward
Are you ready to help shape a movement that could save lives? Do you believe men deserve safe spaces to speak, grow, and thrive?
MINDSET is a bold new UK charity supporting men’s mental health and personal development. We offer peer-led support, practical workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and growth. But to build a strong foundation, we need visionary Trustees to guide us.
Why MINDSET Matters
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Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK.
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1 in 8 men experience mental health challenges—but many never seek help.
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Stigma, isolation, and outdated ideas of masculinity still hold men back.
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MINDSET is here to change that—with action, empathy, and tools for real growth.
Your Role: Trustee (Volunteer)
As a Trustee, you’ll help steer MINDSET’s strategy, governance, and impact. You’ll work closely with our Founder and General Manager to ensure we stay true to our mission and grow sustainably.
We’re especially seeking Trustees with experience in:
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Fundraising & Income Generation
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Mental Health & Wellbeing Services
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Charity Governance & Compliance
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Service Development & Programme Design
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Finance & Budgeting (Treasurer role)
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Administration & Record Keeping (Secretary role)
Who We’re Looking For
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Passionate about men’s mental health and personal growth.
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Strategic thinkers with relevant experience.
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Committed to good governance and ethical leadership.
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Able to attend quarterly board meetings (online).
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Willing to contribute approx. 4–6 hours/month.
Lived experience of mental health challenges or supporting others is warmly welcomed.
Why Join Us?
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Shape a new charity from the ground up.
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Make a real impact on men’s lives across the UK.
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Use your expertise for good in a meaningful leadership role.
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Be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team.
Apply Now
Send a short expression of interest and your CV.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 12pm
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—for every man who needs it.
Lead the change. Be the difference.
MINDSET Charity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Website Designer – Build the Digital Home of MINDSET Charity
Are you a creative web designer with a passion for purpose? Do you want to help launch a charity that could transform lives across the UK?
MINDSET is a bold new charity supporting men’s mental health and personal growth. We offer peer-led support, practical workshops, and a community built on courage, connection, and resilience. Now we need a website that reflects our mission—and we need your help to build it.
Your Role: Website Designer/Developer (Volunteer)
We’re looking for a talented and passionate volunteer to design and build our charity’s website from the ground up. You’ll work closely with our Founder and creative team to craft a site that’s:
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Visually striking and aligned with our brand identity.
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User-friendly and accessible across devices.
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Functional, with donation integration, volunteer sign-up forms, and event listings.
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Empowering, with resources, blog content, and community features.
What You’ll Help Us Achieve
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A powerful online presence that inspires trust and engagement.
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A central hub for men seeking support, growth, and connection.
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A platform for volunteers, donors, and partners to get involved.
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A space that reflects our values: openness, empowerment, and action.
Skills We’re Looking For
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Experience in web design and development (WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, or custom builds).
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Strong eye for visual design, UX, and accessibility.
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Ability to integrate forms, donation platforms, and basic CMS features.
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Bonus: SEO knowledge, animation, or experience with charity websites.
Why Volunteer With Us?
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Shape the digital identity of a vital new charity.
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Use your skills to make a real difference in men’s lives.
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Collaborate with a passionate, creative team.
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Gain portfolio-worthy experience and recognition.
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Flexible hours, remote working, and full creative input.
Apply Now
Send a short expression of interest and portfolio/CV.
Deadline: 18th August 2025 before 5:30pm
Let’s build a stronger MINDSET—for every man who needs it.
Design the platform. Empower the mission.
MINDSET Charity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re looking for a friendly and empathetic Pathway Volunteer. As the first point of contact for individuals accessing our Community Wellbeing Service, you’ll play a vital role in welcoming guests, conducting initial triage appointments to understand their goals and needs, and signposting them to the most appropriate support services.
The role will require you to:
- Greet guests who are visiting the Community Wellbeing service for the first time
- Conduct a ‘pathway’ triage appointment, establishing the members’ goals and note down areas of concern and current issues
- Signpost to local services and partners that come into the space
- If needed, book an appointment for the member with an advisor
- Update Sufra’s case management system, keeping detailed notes of appointments
Skills required
Professional
- No formal qualifications are necessary, however understanding and having knowledge of the landscape of Brent, the welfare benefit system and other voluntary and statutory services will be beneficial.
- You need to be a confident communicator, able to give a warm welcome to all and keep to timely appointment slots.
- Digital literacy is essential.
- You must be confident with IT platforms such as Microsoft Office and preferably have used case management systems before.
Personal - We need volunteers who:
- Are friendly
- Are non-judgemental
- Can actively listen
- Are passionate about supporting local families to access the support they need
- Are empathic
- Preferably be able to speak another language: Arabic, Persian, Spanish
- Are confident communicating to people without a shared first language
- Have IT skills (ability to use Microsoft Office applications, or willing and able to learn)
- Have a good understanding of confidentiality
About Us
Age UK London is a charity that campaigns for an age-friendly London. We have been working to promote the interests of older Londoners for over 20 years and support the network of London Age UK’s and other older people’s organisations across all 33 boroughs.
Our CEO, Abigail Wood, joined us in 2020 and under her leadership Age UK London has gone through a significant period of consolidation and transformational change, streamlining activities and organisational structure, whilst maximising our impact.
Background to the role
A highly successful recent strategy day highlighted that the staff and trustees are closely aligned and have a strong sense of being part of one team, all pulling in one direction. We want to build on that by welcoming new Board members with key skills and expertise to enhance and further sharpen our work.
The Age UK London board currently comprises seven trustees, one of whose term will finish at our AGM in the autumn. Our chair, Tony Burch, took on the role in December 2024, having been a trustee since 2018. Our former chair, Imogen Clark, left having stayed on as a trustee until our CEO had returned from maternity leave in February of this year, and two other trustees resigned earlier this year for personal reasons.
We are a friendly, committed and effective board, and we foster a productive relationship with the Age UK London CEO and her team. We are passionate about campaigning to improve the lives of older Londoners.
We’re now keen to welcome someone who brings skills and experience in campaigning, public affairs and policy. Given that this is the key focus of our work, it’s important that our Board is replete with a deep understanding of the challenges as well as the possibilities for influence and change.
If you feel you are the right person to join our board, we would be delighted to hear from you!
Main Responsibilities
- To be aware of and accept the responsibilities of a charity trustee and director of a charitable company.
- To ensure equality, diversity and inclusion is promoted and sustained through all aspects of Age UK London’s work and relationships.
- To represent the board as necessary, on internal disciplinary and complaint panels or other panels, and on external bodies by agreement.
- To act properly at all times, declaring any conflict of interests or perceived conflict of interests which may have a bearing on their role as a trustee.
- To act in good faith with due care and diligence for the best interests of Age UK London and working within the charity’s vision, mission and values.
- To attend and actively participate in board meetings, contributing own opinions and ensuring that papers are read in preparation for meetings.
- To undertake training and attend induction.
- To respect the confidentiality of matters discussed at board and any other meetings set up by the board.
- To evaluate the performance of the board in relation to the agreed objectives.
- To engage with the wider work of Age UK London and its network.
- Willingness to commit to a minimum of two years in the role.
In addition to the above duties, each trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they may have to help the board of trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, and providing advice and guidance on new initiatives or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Person Specification
Among your key attributes, we are looking to secure experience at a senior level of public affairs, including how organisations can engage with Government and influence policy through a combination of lobbying and public campaigning, as well as:
- Ability to understand and accept the duties and liabilities of a Trustee and how they differ from operational management
- Empathy with the vision, mission and values of the charity
- Willingness and ability to devote the necessary time and effort
- Ability to think and apply knowledge strategically
- Ability to analyse and evaluate management information and any other evidence
- Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively and to participate in discussions
- Ability to work effectively in group situations
- Ability to constructively challenge and ask questions in an appropriate manner
- Ability to manage difficult/challenging situations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality on confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to manage boundaries and conflicts of interest appropriately
Our commitment to diversity
We value equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and respect all the differences that make us who we are, including age, cultural background, ethnicity and race, disability and mental health, neurodiversity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, social background and lived experience.
We believe that effective leadership and good decision-making is enabled through a diverse board membership, a culture of listening to, and acting on, diverse perspectives and, having board behaviours that embody respect, openness and constructive challenge. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our broad and warmly welcome qualified candidates who bring new perspectives.
How to apply
Eastside People is supporting Age UK London in the recruitment of these roles. Please click here to apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter both in Word doc format.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in a Trustee role at Age UK London
- Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills do you feel you would bring to this role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
The closing date for applications is 15 September. Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after and shortlisted candidates will have an interview with Age UK London during the week beginning 22 September.
Join CARAS as Co-Chair of Trustees
Are you passionate about creating a welcoming, supportive environment for refugees and asylum seekers?
Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (CARAS) is seeking a Co-Chair to join our Board of Trustees, working alongside our current Co-Chair, who has been in the role for two years and has served on the Board for nine years. Our outgoing Co-Chair will remain as a trustee, ensuring strong continuity.
About CARAS
CARAS works with people from refugee backgrounds to provide practical, educational, and social support. We build relationships, networks, and spaces that enable individuals to access what they need to improve wellbeing and safety. Our dedicated staff and volunteers offer a wide range of activities and services, creating a place of welcome and helping people recognise their skills and develop their potential.
As one of the largest providers of refugee support in South London—particularly for unaccompanied and separated children—we are proud of our agility in responding to changing needs.
The Role of Co-Chair
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Provide strategic leadership to CARAS and the Board, ensuring our mission is achieved.
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Work in partnership with the CEO, staff, and volunteers.
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Lead the Board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.
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Strengthen the relationship between the trustees and CARAS’s team.
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Plan and chair Board meetings and the AGM (with others as appropriate).
What We’re Looking For
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Experience as a trustee (chairing experience is not essential).
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A strong sense of strategic purpose.
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Inclusive leadership skills that inspire equal participation.
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Excellent listening and engagement skills, with the ability to encourage healthy debate in a collaborative environment.
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Advocacy skills and willingness to champion CARAS’s work through personal and professional networks.
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A firm commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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Flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of a growing charity.
We especially welcome applications from people with lived experience of the UK asylum or immigration system, people of colour, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people.
Time Commitment
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Four evening Board meetings per year (alternating between online and at our Tooting office).
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One away day annually (usually on a weekend).
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Membership of working groups.
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Regular meetings with the Co-Chair, CEO, and other trustees.
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Occasional attendance at activities (daytime, evenings, or weekends).
How to Apply
You can also request a conversation with our current Co-Chairs, Helen Gribble and Keith McGuinness, for more information.
Closing Date
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; we encourage early submissions.
We provide firm foundations for new-arrival asylum seekers to build happy and successful lives.


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GACD (the Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases) is the only alliance of international research funders jointly funding, developing and facilitating global research collaborations to tackle the growing burden of chronic ‘non-communicable diseases’ (NCDs) including heart disease, diabetes, cancers and mental health conditions. The worldwide burden of NCDs is increasing, but doing so most rapidly in poorly resourced countries where they are a significant risk to health and wellbeing. GACD aims to provide essential evidence on the most effective ways to prevent or manage these chronic conditions and improve health equity.
As a member of the GACD Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for GACD as it seeks to fulfil its charitable objects. You will ensure GACD operates in accordance with its governing document and meets its legal and regulatory requirements.
At this time, we are particularly looking to attract a candidate with a strong understanding of the UK charity sector, including experience with charity governance and best practices in charity management.
This is a voluntary role and the position is expected to start from December 2025/January 2026 for a three-year term, in the first instance.
You can find full details of the role by downloading the role description.
Closing date: 26 September 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews (virtual): w/c 13 October 2025
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Volunteer Illustrator for Mental Health App Needed!
A volunteer opportunity has opened for a talented Illustrator to join our mental health startup, Running Mammals. We’re looking for someone with a unique style, empathy, and creativity to bring sensitive topics to life through thoughtful, engaging visuals. You’ll collaborate closely with our UX/Product Designer and Graphic Designer to help shape a compassionate user experience.
Responsibilities
- Craft empathetic, visually sensitive illustrations tailored to mental health topics.
- Maintain a distinctive and consistent illustration style aligned with brand tone.
- Collaborate closely with UX/Product Designers and Graphic Designers to support the app’s user experience.
- Translate complex emotions and concepts into user-friendly visuals, supporting accessibility and compassion.
- Manage projects: from initial sketches to final assets, incorporating feedback and ensuring timely delivery.
Key Requirements
- Proficient in digital illustration tools like Procreate (or other industry-recognised tools).
- A strong portfolio showcasing unique style, emotional resonance, and diversity of work.
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively within a design team.
- Highly organised: clean file structure, layered assets, and an ability to respond efficiently to feedback in fast-paced environments.
To apply, please include your CV and portfolio.
Our mission is to make emotional well-being simple, engaging, and naturally woven into daily life—turning it from a problem into a daily solution.




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Treasurer vacancy at the Gender and Development Network
GADN brings together NGOs, consultants, academics, and activists committed to advancing women’s and girls’ rights, gender equality, and decolonised international development. Our vision is a world where social justice and gender equality prevail, and all women and girls can realise their rights free from discrimination.
We are now recruiting a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees — a vital leadership role in the financial governance and future direction of our dynamic feminist network. Together with the Co-Chairs, the Treasurer is one of the Officers of the Board, a role which you can hold for a maximum of two 2-year terms. Trustees may serve a maximum of two 3-year terms.
As we continue working to decolonise our practice and build an anti-racist organisation, we actively welcome applications from Black women and Women of Colour who we recognise are under-represented in decision-making spaces in the UK international development sector.
About the role
As Treasurer, you will:
- Maintain strategic oversight of GADN’s financial affairs on behalf of the Board.
- Provide expert advice to Trustees and the Secretariat on financial planning and stewardship.
- Work closely with the Co-Directors and Secretariat to ensure sound financial systems and decision-making.
- Support the preparation of budgets, accounts, and key legal reporting.
This is a voluntary position requiring approximately 3 days per quarter, including an in-person meeting in London.
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking someone with:
- Experience in financial oversight, budgeting, and/or charity finance.
- Strong accountancy or numeracy skills and the ability to communicate financial matters clearly.
- A commitment to GADN’s values, including gender equality, anti-racism, and decolonisation.
Experience in the international development or women’s rights sector is desirable, but not essential.
Please send your CV and cover letter to our email as outlined on our website, referencing the role profile below. The closing date is Tuesday 19 August with interviews held on 2 and 3 September. Please let us know in your email if you are not available on those interview dates.
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The Coroners' Courts Support Service (CCSS) is a registered Charity whose trained volunteers give emotional and practical support to bereaved families and other witnesses attending an inquest.
We need volunteers to provide emotional support and practical help to bereaved families, witnesses and others attending Inquests at Coroners' Court. Our volunteers at court also provide help and assistance to the Coroners' Officers, as and when required.
We are looking for reliable, supportive people with excellent communication skills. A mature and calm attitude is needed in order to be able to talk to people during a sometimes bewildering and emotional experience. Volunteers must be willing to undergo a period of observations and shadowing, as well as attend a 3 day training course. A minimum commitment of one day (9:00am - 5:00pm) per fortnight is asked for. Training and mentoring is provided and travel expenses to the court are reimbursed.
New volunteers should possess good communication and listening skills and the ability to empathise with people they support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.