Volunteer roles in cumbria or north west
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Volunteer Graphic Designer: Brand Architect Wanted!
Ignite Youth East London - Your Creative Canvas Awaits!
Are you a visionary designer ready to ignite a brand that truly inspires young people?
Ignite Youth East London is launching a dynamic new youth club, and we have an incredible opportunity for a talented Volunteer Graphic Designer to craft our visual identity. We have an exciting AI-generated logo concept, and now we need YOUR expertise to bring it to life, refine it, and build a positive, vibrant brand around it that speaks directly to East London's youth!
The Volunteer Role: Shape Our Visual Spark!
This is a high-impact, project-based role where you will be instrumental in defining how Ignite Youth looks and feels to our community. You'll work closely with the Trustee Board to:
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Logo Refinement: Take our existing AI-generated logo concept and develop it into a polished, professional, and versatile final design.
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Brand Guidelines: Create a comprehensive set of brand guidelines, including:
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Official colour palettes (primary, secondary)
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Typography (font selection for headings, body, digital)
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Logo usage rules (clear space, minimum size, approved variations)
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Imagery style (photography, illustration guidance)
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Essential Asset Design: Develop templates for core materials such as:
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Social media post templates (various platforms)
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Simple flyer/poster templates
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Basic website graphic elements
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Letterhead/email signature concepts
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Who Are We Looking For?
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Design Maestro: Proven experience in graphic design, branding, and identity creation (student portfolios welcome!).
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Software Pro: Expert proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign; Figma, etc.).
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Youth-Savvy: A keen eye for modern design trends that resonate with young people (ages 11-18).
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Collaborator: Strong communication skills, able to translate concepts into visuals and incorporate feedback.
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Portfolio Powerhouse: A strong online portfolio showcasing your branding and logo design capabilities.
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Passionate: Excited to use your creative talents to make a tangible difference in the East London community.
Why Volunteer Your Design Skills with Ignite Youth?
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Build from Scratch: The incredible opportunity to define the entire visual personality of a new, impactful charity.
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High-Profile Project: Add a significant, purpose-driven branding project to your portfolio.
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Creative Freedom: While working with an initial concept, you'll have ample scope to bring your vision to life.
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Community Impact: Your work will directly inspire and attract young people to a positive new space.
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Professional Reference: Receive a strong reference from the Founding Trustee Board upon project completion.
Ready to IGNITE Our Brand?
If you're a designer who loves a challenge and wants to create a brand that truly shines, we can't wait to see your work!
APPLY NOW! Send your CV and a link to your online design portfolio.
Design the future. Inspire a generation!
We run a youth club every Wednesday 6-9pm in East London for young people aged 10 to 16 years old.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Operational Support Team (Admin, HR, Comms) - Ignite Youth East London
Role Title: Volunteer Operational Support Team Member
Organisation: Ignite Youth East London
Location: Remote / Highly Flexible
Commitment: Minimum 2 hours per week (Flexible, project-based)
Start Date: Immediate
About Ignite Youth East London
Ignite Youth is a new youth club dedicated to empowering young people (ages 11-18) through our weekly youth club in Bromley By Bow. To maximize our impact with young people, we need a robust, reliable team of professionals working behind the scenes.
We are seeking individuals who want to donate their valuable professional skills to build a strong, efficient foundation for our frontline services.
The Opportunity: Power the Purpose
We are seeking skilled volunteers to fill crucial, non-frontline roles that keep our small charity compliant, organised, and growing. This is an ideal, flexible opportunity to use your professional expertise to make a strategic difference, all from your own location.
We are currently recruiting for dedicated support in the following areas:
- Administration: Developing document templates, organising digital files, managing simple databases, and supporting Trustee admin.
- HR & Recruitment: Drafting volunteer role descriptions, managing applications, improving onboarding processes, and maintaining volunteer records.
- Comms & Promotion: Scheduling content for social media, drafting newsletters, and updating basic website information.
- Training & L&D: Creating simple training materials (e.g., policy overviews, induction slide decks) for volunteers.
Key Responsibilities:
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Work independently and remotely to complete agreed-upon tasks and projects.
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Maintain open communication with the Volunteer Youth Club Manager or Trustee Board.
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Ensure the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality in all administrative work.
What We're Looking For
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Skills: Proven professional experience or academic background in one or more of the specified areas (Admin, HR, Marketing, L&D, etc.).
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Reliability: Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time and meet project deadlines independently.
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Proficiency: High competency with standard office/digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, CRM tools).
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Passion: A strong dedication to the mission of youth development in East London.
What We Offer You
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Flexibility: Work completely remotely on a schedule that suits your lifestyle.
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Strategic Impact: Your work directly enables our frontline team to focus 100% on the young people.
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Portfolio Boost: High-value, real-world experience to enhance your professional CV.
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References: A professional reference from the Trustee Board upon project completion.
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Purpose: The satisfaction of using your expertise for a truly worthwhile cause.
How to Apply
Ready to bring your professional spark behind the scenes?
Please email your CV and a Covering Letter clearly stating which area(s) of support you are interested in (e.g., HR & Recruitment) and why you are the right fit.
Be the essential power behind the purpose!
We run a youth club every Wednesday 6-9pm in East London for young people aged 10 to 16 years old.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Purpose
The Volunteer PR Officer will help raise awareness of the organisation’s mission, activities, and achievements by creating and sharing compelling stories. They will nurture relationships with the media, support communication campaigns, and play a key role in strengthening the organisation’s public profile.
Key Responsibilities
Media Relations
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Draft and distribute press releases, articles, and media briefings
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Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, and local media outlets
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Respond promptly and professionally to media enquiries
Content Creation
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Produce engaging content for newsletters, blogs, and social media
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Support the creation and design of promotional materials (posters, flyers, campaign assets)
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Capture and share stories that highlight the impact of the organisation’s work
Campaigns & Events
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Assist with promoting fundraising and awareness campaigns
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Publicise events through traditional and digital communication channels
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Represent the organisation at community events and networking opportunities
Brand & Reputation
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Ensure all communications reflect the organisation’s tone, values, and branding
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Monitor media coverage and report key highlights to the team
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Provide support with crisis communication when required
Skills & Qualities
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Confident networker with the ability to build positive relationships
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Creative, energetic, and full of ideas for campaigns and content
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Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools
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Organised, reliable, and able to work independently
Commitment
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Flexible hours: approximately 3–6 hours per week, depending on campaigns and events
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Willingness to attend occasional meetings and community events
Benefits of Volunteering
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Gain hands-on experience in PR and communications
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Develop professional skills and expand your network
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Make a meaningful contribution to a cause that matters
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Join a passionate and supportive team of volunteers
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Who we are
We deliver services across London and the surrounding regions, as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with. For 55 years, Hestia has stood alongside adults and children in crisis to help people who have experienced crisis and trauma find safety, hope, and purpose. Today, we support over 22,600 adults and children each year across London and the South East.
Are you passionate about creating safe environments and improving standards in supported housing?
Hestia is seeking a dedicated Non-Trustee Member to join our Performance Review Committee, bringing expertise in health and safety to help shape and strengthen our operations.
About the Role
As a committee member, you will:
- Provide expert advice on health and safety matters across our housing support services.
- Review and recommend improvements to policies and practices related to safety and risk management.
- Help identify and mitigate risks affecting residents, staff, and visitors.
- Promote a culture of safety and compliance within our charity.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience or qualifications in health and safety, risk management, or property compliance.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with trustees, staff, and volunteers.
- Commitment to Hestia’s mission and values, acting with integrity and confidentiality.
Time Commitment
- Attend 4 committee meetings per year plus the AGM.
- Additional time for reviewing documents and occasional project work.
- This is voluntary unpaid role
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals by ensuring safe, supportive environments. While this is a non-trustee role, your input will be vital in guiding our practices and protecting those we support.
We are champions of diversity and believe in the power of a wide range of backgrounds and ways of thinking to enrich our organisation and our outputs. We welcome applications from people with the widest possible range of backgrounds.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are
We deliver services across London and the surrounding regions, as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with. For 55 years, Hestia has stood alongside adults and children in crisis to help people who have experienced crisis and trauma find safety, hope, and purpose. Today, we support over 22,600 adults and children each year across London and the South East.
Are you an experienced technology leader passionate about using digital innovation to drive social impact?
Hestia is seeking a Non-Trustee Member to join our Data, Digital & IT Committee, providing strategic oversight and expert advice on technology, data governance, and cyber security.
About the Role
As a committee member, you will:
- Advise on digital strategy, IT risk management, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure robust data governance, cyber security, and compliance frameworks.
- Support ethical and effective adoption of digital tools, including AI.
- Translate technical risks and opportunities for non-technical trustees.
- Contribute to strategic decisions that enhance service delivery and sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
- Senior-level experience in digital and technology leadership, ideally at Board level.
- Expertise in IT strategy, cyber security, digital transformation, and ideally AI.
- Strong understanding of data protection, digital ethics, and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and collaboratively.
Time Commitment
- Attend 4 committee meetings per year plus the AGM.
- Additional time for preparation and occasional project work.
- This is voluntary unpaid role.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape Hestia’s digital future and strengthen our governance. While this is a non-trustee role, there is potential for it to become a full Trustee position in December 2026.
We are champions of diversity and believe in the power of a wide range of backgrounds and ways of thinking to enrich our organisation and our outputs. We welcome applications from people with the widest possible range of backgrounds.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead one of the UK's most influential social justice funders as Chair of LEF
Location: UK-wide (Remote with occasional in-person meetings)
Type: Voluntary (Expenses Paid)
Time Commitment: 14 days per year
Champion the power of the law as a tool for social justice
LEF is entering a bold new strategic phase, following a transformative rebrand and renewed focus on the power of communities to use and shape the law to achieve social justice. With financial assets exceeding £280 million, LEF is uniquely positioned to build bridges between the law and communities facing injustice, to tackle the root causes of inequality.
We are seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees to guide the foundation's governance, culture, and strategic direction. This is a rare opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation committed to equity, inclusion, and the power of the law to create a more just and equal society.
Why This Role Matters
As Chair, you will:
* Lead the Board in delivering LEF's mission, vision, and values.
* Champion inclusive, collaborative, and participatory governance.
* Strengthen LEF's commitment to community accountability and transparency.
* Ensure strong stewardship of LEF's financial assets and charitable objectives.
* Support the Chief Executive with strategic challenge and partnership.
Help build relationships that strengthen collaboration, collective voice and systemic impact.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking a strategic and values-led leader with:
* Senior leadership experience in governance or strategy.
* Deep commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion.
* Financial literacy and confidence to engage with investment and audit reports.
* Understanding of law as a tool for systemic change.
Desirable qualities include:
* Experience in inclusive and participatory decision-making.
* Direct experience of investment or endowment management.
* Lived experience or deep connection to communities affected by injustice.
* Experience supporting anti-racism or inclusion work at a strategic level.
What You'll Gain
* Play a pivotal role in advancing systemic social justice
* The opportunity to align significant financial assets with a bold social justice mission.
* A platform to support organisations, closely connected to their communities, who are using - or would like to use - the law to drive wider change and greater equity. .
* A collaborative, intellectually rigorous and inclusive Board culture.
Recruitment Timeline
To ensure equitable access to information and uphold LEF's commitment to Power, Culture and Inclusion, they will be hosting a Q&A webinar in place of individual informal calls with the interim Chair/CEO. We encourage all interested candidates to submit questions in advance, which will be addressed during the session. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Wednesday 10th December and we will send you a link.
Application deadline: Thursday 15th January 2026
First round interview: w/c 12th February 2026
Final interviews: w/c 26th February2026
How to Apply
Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to LEF on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity People and request a candidate pack.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Fabrice Yala at Charity People
We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you require any assistance or adjustment to make the application process work for you, please let us know.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Responsibilities
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To manage strategy, policy and the vision of the Research & Policy Department
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To guide and support more junior management to achieve success in their roles
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To have overall responsibility for all of our research and policy work
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To oversee research ethics
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To oversee and develop departmental procedure and process
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To align the department with its objective and goals
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To be lead the department and oversee all of its volunteers and functions, this include all inital research, all long term research, ethics and policy
You will need
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Management experience
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Research experience
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Have completed a postgraduate course of study at PhD level
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Research ethics experiance
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Planning skills
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Research report writing experience
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Ability to create and manage policy
Benefits
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This is a UK based 100% Fully remote and flexible role
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Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Purpose of the Role
Trustees share the ultimate responsibility for governing a charity and ensuring it is effectively managed. As a Trustee of The Sussex Reptile Rescue Centre, you will help ensure the organisation is well-run, financially secure, and delivering its mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and care for reptiles in need.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure the charity fulfils its purposes and delivers public benefit
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Comply with the governing document, charity law, and all relevant regulations
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Act at all times in the best interests of the charity
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Manage resources responsibly, ensuring financial sustainability
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Safeguard the charity’s reputation, values, and integrity
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Contribute to developing the charity’s strategy and long-term plans
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Monitor performance against agreed objectives and targets
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Prepare for and attend trustee meetings, contributing constructively
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Represent the charity positively within the community and at public events
Skills & Experience
We welcome applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds. The following skills are particularly valuable to our Board:
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Finance, accounting, or business management
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Fundraising, income generation, or marketing
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Animal welfare knowledge — particularly relating to reptiles
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HR, governance, or legal expertise
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Networking, partnership building, or community engagement
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Strategic planning and organisational development
Personal Qualities
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Commitment to the charity’s mission and values
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Willingness to dedicate time, energy, and enthusiasm to the role
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Ability to think strategically and make balanced, evidence-based decisions
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Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
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Integrity, reliability, and sound judgement
What You’ll Gain
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to animal welfare in Sussex
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A rewarding chance to apply your skills and experience to a vital cause
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Insight and experience in charity governance and strategic leadership
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Being part of a supportive, passionate, and dedicated team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About YAUK
We are a not-for-profit organisation passionate about improving the lives of young people across the UK and believe that every young person should have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their background or circumstances.
Our work involves using up-and-coming research and advocacy to address issues affecting young people, such as climate change, unemployment and skills training, and inclusion and diversity. We are firmly committed to improving young people's lives and believe that our unique and successful approach to achieving our vision will change lives for the better.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
Responsibilities may include
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To complete research tasks in line with timelines and agreed deadlines
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To help plan, write, edit and proofread reports, literature reviews and related writings
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To work alongside others in managing a workload, and actively communication
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To analyse and interpret research data (mainly qualitative, secondary data analysis)
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To support and be accountable to the senior researcher
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To assist in the design and planning of projects and research work
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To follow ethical guidelines
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To have knowledge on children’s human rights in the UK and other related areas
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To have experience as a Research Assistant or Researcher or equivalent role in related areas
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Experience in qualitative research methods and secondary data analysis, quantitative experience a plus
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To be able to work well as part of a team and independently
Benefits
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This is a UK based 100% fully remote and flexible role
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Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Provide a cover letter explaining why you want to volunteer with us, and explain a situation in the past where you have used your own initiative to complete a task.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
Responsibilities
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To manage strategy, policy and the vision of the Research & Policy Department
-
To guide and support more junior management to achieve success in their roles
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To have overall responsibility for all of our research and policy work
-
To oversee research ethics
-
To oversee and develop departmental procedure and process
-
To align the department with its objective and goals
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To be lead the department and oversee all of its volunteers and functions, this include all inital research, all long term research, ethics and policy
You will need
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Management experience
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Research experience
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Have completed a postgraduate course of study at PhD level
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Research ethics experiance
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Planning skills
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Research report writing experience
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Ability to create and manage policy
Benefits
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This is a UK based 100% Fully remote and flexible role
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Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Job Description:
Youth Advantage UK is seeking a volunteer Head of Local Operations to lead the launch and on-going delivery of its commissioned research projects in England and Wales. The focus of these projects will be obtaining and analysing primary and secondary data in order to help smaller community organisations improve their ways of working and effectively report on their impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring their teams deliver these projects within the agreed time-scales and in line with the goals agreed with the commissioning organisations, growing Youth Advantage’s reputation and reach.
Working closely with the Departmental Director, the ideal candidate will use their prior experience to effectively contribute to the organisation’s ability to enable evidence-based, positive local change. They should have excellent leadership, writing and speaking skills, IT literacy, and the ability to work well independently and in a team.
This role reports directly to the Director of Local Operations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
This is an opportunity for someone who holds a PhD or Research Master’s degree to join our team as a Research Manager, and use their experience in guiding and managing our research function(s). Initially there will be a focus on managing the preliminary research function, which carries out research on specific topics to best inform, guide and direct our work in protecting the rights and interests of young people.
Responsibilities
· To manage welfare of researchers
· Look after day to day management and support of teams, stand in for absences (including undertaking research tasks, where necessary).
· Monitor and report on performance
· To advise on and provide feedback on matters of research
· To line manage senior researchers
· To advise on, guide and manage research workflow, ensuring of ethical research and policy compliance
· To ensure of a focus on organizational goals
· To lead planning as required
· To have oversight on research being carried out and the outcomes of such, ensuring it is to a high standard
You will need
· A PhD or Master’s degree
· To have experience operationally in a research role
· To understand how to motivate a team and manage others
Benefits
This is a UK based 100% fully remote and flexible role with a time commitment of 5 hours per week.
Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Role: Director of National Impact
Job Description:
Youth Advantage UK is seeking a volunteer Director of National Impact to develop and lead its National Impact Directorate in identifying and delivering on opportunities for the organisation to grow its impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the Directorate’s two Departments (Research and Project) produce high-quality research and related projects and events able to influence decision-making and policy on a national scale in line with the organisation’s strategic priorities. Working closely with the COO and the Policy and Ethics teams, the ideal candidate will use their prior experience to effectively guide and strengthen the organisation’s ability to enable evidence-based, national change. They should have excellent writing and speaking skills, IT literacy, and the ability to work well independently and in a team.
This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
Responsibilities:
● In line with the organisation’s strategic priorities, to lead the National Impact Directorate in designing, developing and implementing impactful research and project objectives.
● To line manage the Head of the National Impact Research Department and the Head of the National Impact Project Department, supporting them to effectively manage their own teams and to develop and implement the frameworks necessary for producing top quality research output (including academic articles) and subsequent events, campaigns and project relating to research findings and organisational strategy respectively.
● To work with HR in creating a strong National Impact Directorate composed of individuals with the appropriate skills and expertise. To ensure these volunteers are appropriately supported and trained during their period of service.
● To work alongside the Policy team to source potential commissions and influencing opportunities, shaping research and project focus and output accordingly.
● To develop short- and long-term strategies in relation to both aspects of the Directorate’s activity, ensuring that these align with the wider strategies of the organisation.
● To liaise with the Policy and Ethics teams on an ongoing basis, ensuring that their advice is incorporated into Directorate decisions and output.
● To take responsibility for relationships with key external stakeholders, at all times representing the organisation positively and professionally.
● To work on an on-going basis with the other members of the organisation’s Senior Leadership Team in determining its strategic priorities and incorporating these into the Directorate.
● To monitor, analyse and respond to external trends which impact on the organisation’s strategies and the National Impact Directorate’s activities.
● To work closely with the organisation’s Communications team in developing and implementing effective strategies to raise the organisation’s profile and impact.
● To create blogs and articles on related issues and to find and distribute information on related topics which may be of interest to the other organisation members.
● To support the Chief Executive Officer in presenting national impact strategies to Youth Advantage’s Trustees.
Requirements:
● Experience in research and planning, as well as leading key campaigns or programmes.
● High-level understanding of carrying out quality research, ideally in an area related to the organisation’s priorities.
● Excellent knowledge of a range of methods and approaches to effectively disseminating research results.
● Excellent leadership and organisational skills, with proven experience of setting priorities and motivating team members.
● Excellent writing and speaking skills.
● IT literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
● Ability to work well independently and in a team.
● Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
● Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
Benefits
● Gain valuable experience in leading a research and project team.
● Opportunity to work with a dedicated and passionate team.
● Flexible working hours.
Role: Head of Local Operations (Scotland & Northern Ireland)
Job Description:
Youth Advantage UK is seeking a volunteer Head of Local Operations to lead the launch and on-going delivery of its commissioned research projects in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The focus of these projects will be obtaining and analysing primary and secondary data in order to help smaller community organisations improve their ways of working and effectively report on their impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring their teams deliver these projects within the agreed time-scales and in line with the goals agreed with the commissioning organisations, growing Youth Advantage’s reputation and reach.
Working closely with the Departmental Director, the ideal candidate will use their prior experience to effectively contribute to the organisation’s ability to enable evidence-based, positive local change. They should have excellent leadership, writing and speaking skills, IT literacy, and the ability to work well independently and in a team.
This role reports directly to the Director of Local Operations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role description
All Abortion Talk trustees are responsible for ensuring that we:
● have effectively evaluated the success of our three-year strategy.
● develop and implement a new, 2027 - 2030 strategy for Abortion Talk, to help us achieve
our vision of a world free of abortion stigma.
● comply with our governing document (i.e. our charitable objects), charity law, company
law and any other relevant legislation or regulation.
● apply our resources only in pursuing our charitable objects and for the benefit of the
public.
● protect the pro-choice, feminist and inclusive values of our charity.
● effectively govern the charity, which includes making sure we have the proper policies
and procedures in place.
● ensure financial stability.
The role of the treasurer also includes:
● maintaining an overview of the Abortion Talk’s financial affairs.
● ensuring Abortion Talk’s financial viability.
● ensuring that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
Time commitment: Four two-hour virtual meetings per year, plus one in-person strategy day
(held on a Saturday in London).
The above role description is indicative, not exhaustive. While day to day financial management
is handled by our lead contractor, the treasurer will be required to provide oversight and advice
on financial matters. This is estimated to require around 8 to 10 hours per month.
Person specification
Essential
● Professional financial experience/qualifications.
● A full commitment to all of our values (set out above).
● A willingness and ability to dedicate the time and effort required to direct how Abortion
Talk is run and managed.
● Good, independent judgement and a willingness to speak your mind in acting as a
critical friend to Abortion Talk’s leadership (including other trustees)
● An ability to think creatively.
● An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of
trusteeship
● An ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
● A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity,
objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
Desirable
● Professional financial experience/qualifications gained at a charity.
● Previous experience as a charity trustee.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.