Volunteer volunteer roles in East of england

We are looking to create a team of fashion and clothing students (ideally final year) and/or people with knowledge, experience in and passion for fashion for an exciting project launching the new PINT fashion brand. We are looking for people across a range of disciplines including fashion design, marketing, social media and branding to help build a brand from scratch. It really is a blank canvas!

This is a unique project that will need a broad range of skills to deliver, so we are very open minded to volunteers that might be interested to get involved. We expect the following skills will be required - leadership/project management, fashion design, marketing, social media, logistics and branding. 

About this Role: Legal Operations Associate (Volunteer, Unpaid)

Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro-bono, remote role)
Contribution Period: Minimum 10–15 hours per week, minimum 3–6 months preferred

Professional Volunteering

Professional volunteering is skills‑based service performed with the same reliability, accountability, and quality expected in a paid professional role. Volunteers are core contributors whose work directly supports our mission of global compassion, collaboration, and action. Expectations include:

• Consistent weekly availability

• Timely communication and responsiveness

• Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through

• Participation in team meetings and workflows

• Alignment with organizational values and processes

About Solution Community

Solution Community is an international nonprofit organization focused on creating scalable social impact through collaboration, innovation, and community-driven solutions. With volunteers in multiple countries, Solution Community connects professionals, advocates, and changemakers who work together to address global challenges through inclusive, action-oriented initiatives.

Role Summary

As our Volunteer Legal Operations Associate, you will support Solution Community’s legal and operational functions by assisting with document management, policy coordination, compliance tracking, and administrative legal processes. This role is ideal for individuals interested in nonprofit operations, legal administration, governance, compliance, or corporate/legal operations in an international organization.

The associate will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to maintain organized legal documentation, support operational processes, and strengthen internal governance and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and maintaining legal and operational documentation, contracts, agreements, and internal records

• Support policy review and document formatting for organizational consistency

• Track document workflows, approvals, and renewal timelines

• Assist with compliance-related administrative tasks and governance coordination

• Support the development and maintenance of internal operational procedures and templates

• Coordinate with cross-functional volunteer teams regarding document requests and operational follow-ups

• Help maintain confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive organizational information

• Assist with meeting coordination, note-taking, and follow-up actions related to legal or operational discussions

• Support research related to nonprofit governance, compliance, and operational best practices

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance organizational efficiency.

Qualifications

• One to two years of professional experience with a background or strong interest in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, International Development, or related fields

• Strong organizational and administrative skills with high attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain documentation accuracy

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Comfortable working in a remote, multicultural, and collaborative environment

• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and responsibly

• Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office tools

• Prior experience supporting legal, compliance, operations, administration, or nonprofit teams is an asset but not required.

Preferred Qualities

• Self-motivated and dependable

• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills

• Interest in nonprofit governance and operational effectiveness

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across international teams

• Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced volunteer environment

What We Offer:

• Global collaboration with leaders and strategists from top global companies

• Meaningful impact on global causes and communities

• A vibrant, multicultural team spanning 80+ countries

• A supportive environment rooted in compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration

• Flexible work life with full autonomy

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

• A formal recommendation upon successful completion of your volunteer term.

Join AkiOke and gain hands-on experience in community engagement while helping young adults with learning difficulties access inclusive music sessions.

AkiOke is a welcoming music club for young adults (18–30) with learning difficulties. Our sessions help build confidence, friendships and wellbeing through singing and music in a supportive environment.

 What you’ll be doing

This role is about helping AkiOke grow by reaching the right people:

• Research local SEND groups, organisations and attend events
• Help us connect with services such as Mencap, day centres and supported living providers
• Share information about AkiOke with local networks
• Support simple outreach activities (emails, messages, introductions)
• Identify opportunities to promote the club in the community

What’s in it for you

 Real experience in community outreach and engagement
 Insight into the SEND and charity sector
 Strong experience for CVs (especially social care, community work, psychology, or charity roles)
 Opportunity to build communication and networking skills
 Flexible, manageable commitment
A chance to make a genuine impact on people’s lives

 Location & time

• Based in Bromley (Remote & local engagement)
• Flexible hours (2 hours per week)

• Who does this role suit?
• Students or anyone interested in community work, social care or the charity sector
• Friendly, proactive and organised individuals
• Someone confident in researching and reaching out to people
• No formal experience needed — just enthusiasm and reliability

 Why it matters

Your role will help more young adults find a safe, supportive space where they can build confidence, make friends and enjoy music.

Volunteer Charity Administrator & Board Secretary – Build a Movement. Shape a Charity. Transform Lives.

Unlock YOUR Potential – London’s newest force for empowerment.

Are you organised, detail‑driven, and passionate about purpose? Do you love creating order, supporting teams, and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes? Are you excited by the idea of helping to build the operational and governance foundations of a brand‑new charity?

If you’re nodding already, then this opportunity is calling you forward.

Who We Are

Unlock YOUR Potential is a bold, vibrant start‑up charity on a mission to empower adults from low‑income backgrounds across London. We help people rebuild confidence, develop employability skills, grow personally and professionally, and step boldly into the world of work.

We deliver careers coaching, life coaching, wellbeing support, personal development, and corporate mentoring — all with energy, compassion, and belief.

We’re not just helping people apply for jobs. We’re helping them thrive.

Your Mission as Our Volunteer Charity Administrator & Board Secretary

This is not a typical admin role. This is your chance to build the operational heartbeat of a brand‑new charity and ensure our governance is strong, compliant, and future‑ready.

You will be the organisational anchor — the person who ensures our charity runs smoothly, our Board is supported, and our volunteers and programmes have the structure they need to flourish.

You will lead on:

• Creating and maintaining efficient administrative systems and processes.
• Supporting the Founder and leadership team with day‑to‑day operations.
• Acting as Board Secretary — preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring good governance.
• Managing key documents, policies, and compliance records.
• Coordinating internal communications and supporting volunteer teams.
• Helping to build the charity’s operational infrastructure from the ground up.
• Ensuring we stay organised, accountable, and aligned with our mission.

Your work will directly shape the strength, stability, and professionalism of our charity — and will help us deliver life‑changing support to adults across London.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about organisation, structure, and supporting a meaningful mission

• Experienced or confident in administration, governance, or office management

• Detail‑oriented, reliable, and proactive

• A natural communicator who enjoys supporting teams

• Comfortable handling confidential information with integrity

• Motivated by purpose, impact, and helping a charity grow

• Ready to be part of a start‑up organisation with big ambition and even bigger heart

If you’ve ever wanted to help build a charity’s foundations from day one — this is your moment.

What You’ll Gain

Volunteering with us means you’ll:

• Play a foundational role in a brand‑new charity.
• Gain experience in charity governance and Board operations.
• Build strong administrative and leadership skills.
• Work closely with the Founder and leadership team.
• See the direct impact of your work on people’s lives.
• Grow personally and professionally while helping others do the same.

This is meaningful work. This is legacy‑building work.

A Quick Self‑Check

Before you scroll on, ask yourself:

• Do I want to use my organisational skills to create real social impact

• Do I want to help build a charity’s systems and governance from the ground up

• Do I want to support a team that is changing lives in London

• Do I want to be part of a movement that empowers adults to thrive

If even one answer is YES, then this is your sign.

Join Us as Our Volunteer Charity Administrator & Board Secretary

• Help us build strong foundations.
• Help us create systems that empower.
• Help us unlock the potential of our charity — and the people we serve.

Apply today. Lead with clarity. Shape the future of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential

Where confidence is rebuilt, skills are strengthened, and futures are transformed.

Programme Manager – Build a Movement. Shape a Charity. Transform Lives.

Unlock YOUR Potential – London’s newest force for empowerment.

Are you a natural organiser with a passion for purpose? Do you love designing programmes, coordinating people, and turning big ideas into powerful, life‑changing experiences? Are you excited by the idea of building an entire service delivery model from scratch?

If your heart is saying yes, then this opportunity is calling your name.

Who We Are

Unlock YOUR Potential is a bold, vibrant start‑up charity on a mission to empower adults from low‑income backgrounds across London. We help people rebuild confidence, develop employability skills, grow personally and professionally, and step boldly into the world of work.

We deliver careers coaching, life coaching, wellbeing support, personal development, and corporate mentoring — all with energy, compassion, and belief.

We’re not just helping people apply for jobs. We’re helping them thrive.

Your Mission as Our Volunteer Programme Manager

This is not a typical programme role. This is your chance to design, build, and lead the entire service delivery model of a brand‑new charity.

You will be the architect of our programmes — the person who ensures our services run smoothly, our volunteers are supported, and our participants receive a transformational experience.

You will lead on:

• Designing our coaching, mentoring, and personal development programmes from the ground up.
• Creating delivery frameworks, schedules, and systems that keep everything running smoothly.
• Coordinating volunteers across multiple service areas.
• Ensuring participants receive consistent, high‑quality support.
• Monitoring impact, outcomes, and feedback to improve our services.
• Supporting team leads and coaches with best‑practice programme guidance.
• Helping us build a dynamic, empowering, participant‑centred programme model.

Your work will directly shape the experience of every adult we support — and will define the quality, consistency, and impact of our charity for years to come.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about empowerment, community, and social impact

• Experienced or confident in programme management, coordination, or service delivery

• Organised, proactive, and excited by building systems from scratch

• A natural communicator who thrives on bringing people together

• Motivated by purpose, impact, and innovation

• Ready to be part of a start‑up charity with big ambition and even bigger heart

If you’ve ever wanted to shape a charity’s programmes from day one — this is your moment.

What You’ll Gain

Volunteering with us means you’ll:

• Play a foundational role in a brand‑new charity.
• Build leadership and strategic programme management experience.
• Shape services that reflect your values and vision.
• Work with a passionate, uplifting, purpose‑driven team.
• See the direct impact of your work on people’s lives.
• Grow personally and professionally while helping others do the same.

This is meaningful work. This is legacy‑building work.

A Quick Self‑Check

Before you scroll on, ask yourself:

• Do I want to use my programme management skills to create real social impact

• Do I want to build something powerful from the ground up

• Do I want to help shape services that change lives

• Do I want to be part of a movement that empowers adults across London

If even one answer is YES, then this is your sign.

Join Us as Our Programme Manager - VOLUNTEER ROLE

Help us build programmes that empower. Help us create systems that uplift. Help us unlock the potential of every person we serve.

• Apply today
• Lead with purpose
• Shape the future of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential Where confidence is rebuilt, skills are strengthened, and futures are transformed.

Volunteer HR Manager – Build a Movement. Shape a Charity. Transform Lives.

Unlock YOUR Potential – London’s newest force for empowerment.

Are you a people‑person with a passion for purpose? Do you love building systems, nurturing talent, and creating environments where volunteers feel valued, supported, and inspired? Are you excited by the idea of shaping an entire HR and volunteering function from scratch?

If you’re nodding already, then this opportunity has your name all over it.

Who We Are

Unlock YOUR Potential is a bold, vibrant start‑up charity on a mission to empower adults from low‑income backgrounds across London. We help people rebuild confidence, develop employability skills, grow personally and professionally, and step boldly into the world of work.

We deliver careers coaching, life coaching, wellbeing support, personal development, and corporate mentoring — all with energy, compassion, and belief.

We’re not just helping people apply for jobs. We’re helping them thrive.

Your Mission as Our Volunteer HR Manager

This is not a typical HR role. This is your chance to design, build, and lead the entire volunteer experience at a brand‑new charity.

You will be the architect of our people culture — the person who ensures every volunteer feels welcomed, supported, motivated, and proud to be part of our mission.

You will lead on:

• Designing our volunteer programme from the ground up.
• Creating recruitment strategies that attract passionate, skilled volunteers.
• Developing onboarding processes that make people feel instantly at home.
• Building retention systems that keep volunteers engaged and thriving.
• Supporting team leads with best‑practice HR guidance.
• Shaping policies, processes, and a positive, empowering culture.
• Helping us grow a diverse, dynamic, purpose‑driven volunteer team.

Your work will directly impact the lives of the adults we support — because when volunteers feel valued, they give their best, and lives are transformed.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about people and community

• Experienced or confident in HR, recruitment, or volunteer management

• Organised, proactive, and excited by building things from scratch

• A natural communicator who loves supporting others

• Motivated by purpose, impact, and empowerment

• Ready to be part of a start‑up charity with big ambition and even bigger heart

If you’ve ever wanted to shape a charity’s culture from day one — this is your moment.

What You’ll Gain

Volunteering with us means you’ll:

• Play a foundational role in a brand‑new charity.
• Build leadership and strategic HR experience.
• Shape a volunteer programme that reflects your values.
• Work with a passionate, uplifting, purpose‑driven team.
• See the direct impact of your work on people’s lives.
• Grow personally and professionally while helping others do the same.

This is meaningful work. This is legacy‑building work.

A Quick Self‑Check

Before you scroll on, ask yourself:

• Do I want to use my HR skills to create real social impact?

• Do I want to build something powerful from the ground up?

• Do I want to help volunteers feel valued, supported, and inspired?

• Do I want to be part of a movement that changes lives in London?

If even one answer is YES, then this is your sign.

Join Us as Our Volunteer HR Manager

Help us build a charity where volunteers feel empowered. Help us create a culture of motivation, belonging, and purpose. Help us unlock the potential of our team — and the people we serve.

• Apply today
• Lead with heart
• Shape the future of Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential Where confidence is rebuilt, skills are strengthened, and futures are transformed.

United People Global

United People Global (UPG) is recruiting a Project Manager (UPG Sustainability Leadership Initiative & UPG Biashara) Volunteer to support our mission to make the world a better place.

This volunteer role comes with the following benefits:

• Professional growth: add experiences and exposure to your CV that strengthen your professional profile in your chosen domain
• Network: strengthen your professional and personal networks and be part of an international network and community that spans across world regions
• Purpose: there is the possibility to lead or participate in activities that are meaningful to you
• Remote working
• Possibility to do the role part-time or full-time
• Flexible working hours (overall aligned with European time zone)
• A diverse range of professional and functional experiences
• Volunteers have priority for any new paid vacancy that opens up
• Additional benefits are shared with the successful candidate

Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Deploy a wide variety of training methods and conduct effective induction and orientation sessions
• Monitor and evaluate training programs’ effectiveness, success, and ROI periodically and report on them
• Provide opportunities for ongoing development, resolve specific problems, and tailor training programs as necessary
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments, and best practices
• Coach, mentor, and guide students and participants in related issues, challenges, and development journeys

Operations Management:

• Ensure smooth operations of activities across the UPG Sustainability Leadership Initiative (UPGSL) / UPG Biashara
• Support coordination of online sessions, workshops, webinars, and community engagement activities
• Assist with volunteer coordination, task tracking, and operational follow-ups
• Support online event management activities, including Zoom session coordination, participant engagement, and backstage support where required
• Help ensure smooth communication flow across initiatives and team members
• Provide general operational and administrative support where required

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with one or more stakeholder groups connected to these initiatives to optimize participation
• Assist with stakeholder, participant, mentor, and speaker communications
• Coordinate follow-ups between internal teams, including Communications and program teams
• Support collaboration with NGOs, experts, thought leaders, partners, supporters, and the wider public

Communications & Coordination Support:

• Support content scheduling and publication coordination for social media and promotional activities
• Assist with coordination between program and communications teams to ensure timely campaigns and updates
• Support community engagement and participant communication activities

Tracking Impact, Insights, and Reporting:

• Monitor and evaluate existing activities and support systems to track impact over time
• Assist in distilling operational insights and preparing reports where necessary

Administration:

• Work with colleagues across teams to ensure administrative matters are handled effectively

Qualified candidates are welcome with a variety of skills. No single candidate is expected to possess all qualifications, as the selected candidate brings their unique set of skills to our work and complements a team.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in managing, developing, or supporting projects related to training programs, education environments, entrepreneurship programs, or community initiatives
• Prior experience with project management is an advantage
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously
• English is MUST and the ability to speak and write in additional languages is an asset
• Ability to conduct information research
• Ability to work with and respect confidential information of stakeholders
• Ability to work in ambiguous settings, especially in start-up mode
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Comfortable working in multicultural and remote team environments
• Familiarity with online collaboration and communication tools (Zoom, Google Workspace, Slack, Trello, etc.) is an advantage
• Ability to work within Switzerland time zone (CET)

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Agility working style
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships across teams and stakeholders
• Outstanding communication skills internally and externally
• Leadership and management skills are necessary as you may support or lead small teams and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously
• Interest in sustainability, entrepreneurship, leadership, or community impact initiatives
• Motivated individuals looking to learn and grow through volunteer engagement are encouraged to apply

Nice to Have:

• Prior experience volunteering in community organizing or local community development is an advantage
• Previous experience in project coordination, events, communications, or community engagement is beneficial
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other productivity applications is an asset
• Other professional qualifications related to project management, training, coaching, communications, or psychometric assessments will be an advantage

Qualified candidates are welcome with a variety of skills. No single candidate is expected to possess all qualifications as the selected candidate brings their unique set of skills to our work and complements a team.

Kindly note that this role is not related to construction on-site functions.

In case you didn’t hear from us within 2 weeks, your application didn’t make it for this time. However, we shall maintain your records for any opportunities in the future.

UPG Sustainability Leadership Program:
https://act.unitedpeople.global/upg-sustainability-leadership/

UPG Biashara: https://biashara.unitedpeople.global/

NOTE: Resumes must be in ENGLISHPr

Every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. Which is why we’re here, in people’s homes, centres and communities, focusing on the things a person can do, not what they can’t. We celebrate the moments of connection that bring more joy to life. Together, we always find a way, no matter how many barriers a person might face.

Sense is a leading disability charity with extensive knowledge and expertise in delivering personalised, creative and flexible support for disabled people with complex needs. Our tailored approach ensures that every person is empowered to live fully at every stage of life.

About the role:

As a Shop Volunteer you’ll be joining a friendly, welcoming team of volunteers and staff who support each other and have a lot of fun along the way. We value every volunteer and the unique perspective, skills and energy you bring. 

Whether you’re sorting donations, creating beautiful displays, or chatting to customers, every task you take on helps to build a more inclusive world. 

We value volunteer development, and as part of this role your can develop your skills further by training to become a till user alongside your regular shop volunteer responsibilities, or progressing into a Key volunteer, a role which includes opening, running, and closing the shop in the absence of the manager.

No matter your reason for volunteering – whether it’s to meet new people, build new skills or support Sense’s cause – there’s a place for you in one of our shops. 

Due to the nature of the role, we require all applicants to be aged 18 or over for this role. You must have a UK address to volunteer with Sense.

Key responsibilities: Shop volunteer 

You’ll spend time doing a range of activities, including:

• Welcoming and assisting customers, providing great customer service, helping create a wonderful shopping experience.
• Receiving donated items from the public, thanking them for their support.
• Sorting, steaming and preparing donations for sale.
• Helping to display stock in eye-catching and exciting ways.
• Keeping the shop floor clean, safe and tidy.
• Talking to customers about Sense and the work we do.

Key responsibilities: Till volunteer

Being a till volunteer includes all the same responsibilities as a shop volunteer, however, when you’re ready, we’ll provide you with additional training to:

• Serve customers on the till in a warm and friendly way.
• Put sales through the till, packing them and thanking the customer for shopping with us.
• Talk to customers about Gift Aid and other fundraising initiatives.

If you are interested in becoming a till volunteer straight away, please select ‘Till volunteer’, as well as ‘Shop volunteer’, when asked which volunteer role/s you are interested in during your application.

Key responsibilities: Key volunteer 

Being a Key volunteer includes all the same responsibilities as a shop and till volunteer. However, if you’re interested in taking on additional responsibilities, you can train to become a Key Volunteer, helping the shop manager by:

• Helping supervise the shop and other volunteers.
• Supporting the shop manager to make sure customers have a great experience.
• Opening and closing the shop when needed.
• Cashing up at the end of the day. 

If you are interested in becoming a Key volunteer straight away, please select ‘Key volunteer’ when asked which volunteer role/s you are interested in during your application.

Skills and qualities:

This role would suit you if you’re:

• Passionate about Sense’s work to support disabled people with complex needs.
• Calm, kind and have a friendly personality.
• A team player who enjoys working with others.
• Enthusiastic, motivated and someone with a positive attitude.
• Respectful of others. 

What we offer you:

As one of our volunteers, you’ll get:

• Full training with ongoing support and guidance from your team.
• A chance to meet new people.
• A great way to develop new skills and share your existing skills.
• The feeling you get knowing you’re making a difference to the lives of disabled people with complex needs.
• A reference to support future applications for paid or voluntary roles.
• Support from our Mental Health First Aiders, should you need it. 

Our values:

Everything we do is underpinned by five core values. These values shape the way we work every day. Our values are:

• We include
• We collaborate
• We find a way
• We challenge
• We celebrate

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-registered charity on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation, and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Senior AI Agent Architect to join ADC and help build a live prototype of MajiGuard AI.

Main purpose of job:

To lead the technical design and hands-on development of MajiGuard AI, an agentic AI prototype that helps ADC identify underused WASH resources, structure recovery and reallocation cases, and verify that recovered value reaches facility upgrades and operations and maintenance.

Division: Technology / AI Innovation

Department: Product & Engineering

Position reports to: Head of AI Innovation

Direct reports for the position: Volunteer AI engineers, developers and technical contributors

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end architecture of MajiGuard AI, including the selection and integration of models, agent workflows, orchestration tools, retrieval systems, data structures and human-in-the-loop controls appropriate for a live prototype.

• Translate ADC’s operational goals into practical AI workflows, especially for identifying underused WASH resources, standardising evidence and case preparation, supporting recovery and reallocation decisions, and verifying delivery of value to facility improvements and ongoing operations and maintenance.

• Build and iterate a live prototype using pragmatic, cost-effective tooling, with strong attention to reliability, traceability, security, maintainability and ease of future scaling.

• Design structured inputs, prompts, evaluation criteria and decision logic so that outputs are useful to non-technical ADC teams working across programmes, research, partnerships and leadership.

• Establish a technical roadmap for the prototype, including architecture choices, milestone planning, testing priorities, deployment options and documentation for future funders, partners and developers.

• Work closely with ADC leadership to shape the product vision and ensure the prototype aligns with ADC’s wider governance and public service innovation model.

• Advise on suitable approaches for data governance, privacy, model risk, hallucination control, auditability and responsible AI use in the context of public-resource management and service delivery.

• Define and monitor prototype success metrics, including usefulness, accuracy, turnaround time, workflow fit, and operational learning that can strengthen grant applications, partnerships and future product development.

• Support the transition from local experimentation to a live prototype environment, including basic cloud or hosted deployment thinking, version control practices and engineering handover readiness.

• Mentor and coordinate other volunteer technical contributors where relevant, helping ADC build a small but high-quality AI capability around MajiGuard AI.

Knowledge, skills, and experience:

Essential

• 8+ years of relevant experience in AI, machine learning, applied NLP, intelligent automation, agentic systems, or modern software engineering for production-grade data or AI products

• Strong hands-on experience designing and building AI systems, including LLM-based applications, retrieval-augmented generation, agent workflows, orchestration frameworks, evaluation pipelines and API integrations

• Experience taking ideas from concept or prototype stage into a usable live product, pilot or production-like environment

• Excellent technical judgement on model selection, system design trade-offs, latency, reliability, observability and cost-conscious engineering

• Strong programming ability, ideally including Python and modern backend tooling, with the ability to work across architecture, implementation and troubleshooting

• Experience designing structured workflows where AI outputs must be reviewable, auditable and useful for operational decision-making
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and translate mission goals into practical product choices
• Interest in using AI to strengthen public service delivery, accountability, governance, resource allocation, or adjacent social impact problems
• Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
• Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment
• A committed team player with good communication skills
• Available to volunteer at least 8-12 hours a week

Desirable

• Experience with agentic AI products involving workflow automation, task routing, multi-step reasoning, document intelligence or evidence-based case management
• Experience with cloud deployment, containerisation, CI/CD, databases, vector stores, authentication and production monitoring for AI systems
• Experience working on civic tech, govtech, development, WASH, infrastructure, audit, compliance or public-finance-related products
• Experience working in an early-stage start-up or mission-driven organisation and comfortable operating with ambiguity
• Experience mentoring engineers or leading small technical teams across different locations and time zones

What ADC Offers You

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• A chance to play a foundational role in shaping MajiGuard AI from concept into a live prototype with real strategic relevance to ADC’s mission
• An opportunity to apply advanced AI and product-building skills to a meaningful public-interest challenge connected to WASH, accountability and service delivery in Africa
• An opportunity to work with a diverse global team and contribute to an organisation seeking systemic social change
• Professional learning, leadership and portfolio-building opportunities through high-ownership work
• Work reference provided

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitment(at)africandevelopmentchoices(dot)org.

We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.

We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.

Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.

We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace

Join us in leading positive change!

About the position

The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Study design briefs and determine requirements.
• Schedule projects and define budget constraints.
• Conceptualize visuals based on requirements.
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas.
• Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand.
• Use the appropriate colours and layouts for each graphic.
• Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final design.
• Test graphics across various media.
• Amend designs after feedback.
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.
• General tasks
• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

Essential

• Proven graphic designing experience.
• A portfolio of illustrations or another graphics / CV
• Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite)
• Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of tasks.
• Focused, organised and able to prioritise and execute tasks independently.
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Excellent communication skills
• Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is a plus.

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK is a 16-week UNPAID opportunity that requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

Role summary

As a Volunteer Community Connector, you will play an important role in the Compassionate Communities programme by helping to normalise conversations around death and dying, grief and loss. We believe that breaking down these taboos and getting people talking is key in helping communities support each other.

Your role will involve:

• Supporting and facilitating ‘compassionate conversations’ about death and dying, grief and loss in the community - promoting social connectedness. This may include signposting to relevant community support or care provision.

• Offering an informal, empathetic listening ear around topics such as life limiting illness, caregiving, dying and bereavement.

• Offering your support for informal sessions or larger events that may be held in community groups, charities, cafes or other organisations.

Main duties of this role:

• Attend and support public-facing events focused on compassionate conversations and awareness-raising (how to have difficult conversations).

• Offer a welcoming, supportive presence and engage people in meaningful conversations in a non-judgmental manner.

• Sensitively listen to people’s experiences, stories or questions related to serious illness, loss and caregiving - answering questions where able; or signposting or referring to your line manager where unable to respond.

• Help to promote Compassionate Communities principles and the work of St Helena in a positive, accessible way.

• Connect with St Helena staff and partners before and after events to give feedback and receive support.

• Assist with basic event logistics such as setting up spaces, offering refreshments, distributing materials, and collecting informal feedback.

• Work flexibly across community venues.

• Establish contacts within the community and build relationships

• Understand and adhere to confidentiality and data protection regulations at all times. 

Training and Supervision:

• Online mandatory training relevant to the role

• Compassionate Conversations training – online/in person

• Dedicated line manager for training and support with regular meetings 

Experience and Qualifications required:

• Experience in a role involving interaction with the public, especially in a supportive or listening capacity

• Understanding of the importance of compassion and empathy when discussing sensitive topics

• Ability to maintain personal and professional boundaries

• Comfortable speaking with people from a wide range of backgrounds 

To telephone befriendees at their home for approximately 10 to 30 minutes, you will arrange the specific times of your future calls directly with them. These calls are intended to occur once a week, but individual needs will be matched with your availability.To provide a telephone conversation, a listening ear and chat about interests and hobbies, helping to alleviate loneliness and feelings of isolation. To provide companionship and human interaction at a time when this may be limited. To provide an update after each call to the Telephone Befriending support Team. This is so we can keep a track of the amount of befriending calls each volunteer is undertaking, the type of support being offered during these calls and if there is anything further required.

It is important to note telephone befriending is not counselling or therapy and other services must be sought if this is required.

Benefits

• FREE DBS.
• Discounted food.
• Store discount.
• Volunteer from home.
• Above all you will be making a positive difference in your befriendee’s life.
• As a volunteer telephone befriender, you will learn how to support others, make friends, become more confident, and practice communication skills.
• You will gain new and transferable skills. We offer support for you to increase your own job-readiness and personal development.
• Training opportunities,
• Volunteering experience
• Detailed references will be provided.

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Graphic Designer (Volunteer Role)

Organisation: The Lysene Foundation

Location: Remote (global)

Time Commitment: Fully flexible to suit your time and availability

About the Lysene Foundation

The Lysene Foundation is a start‑up charitable organisation inspired by the micronation known as the Principality of Lys — a creative community rooted in the classical arts, architecture, and beauty of the French Renaissance, Baroque, Beaux‑Arts, and the age of Humanism and Enlightenment.

We believe in a new Renaissance for Europe and the wider world. Our mission is to bring the cultural and community spirit of Lys to life through accessible public programmes, including community events, educational initiatives, exhibitions, publications, artistic opportunities, and more.

All activities and resources are open to the public without restriction.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and imaginative Graphic Designer to help shape the visual identity of the foundation. This volunteer role is ideal for someone who loves classical aesthetics, elegant design, and creating beautiful visual materials that bring cultural ideas to life.

You will work closely with our Creative Director and Marketing team to produce graphics for digital platforms, publications, events, and campaigns. Your work will play a key role in defining how the world sees and experiences the spirit of Lys.

This is a wonderful opportunity to contribute creatively to a cultural organisation at an early stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high‑quality visual assets for social media, website content, newsletters, and campaigns.

• Support the development of branding materials, templates, and style guidelines.

• Design graphics for events, programmes, exhibitions, and educational initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to ensure visual coherence across all outputs.

• Produce illustrations, layouts, and promotional materials aligned with the classical aesthetic of Lys.

• Work with the Marketing team to translate ideas into compelling visual content.

• Maintain organised design files and contribute to a growing visual asset library.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in graphic design, visual communication, or a related creative field.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating design skills and aesthetic sensitivity.

• Proficiency with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, Canva, or similar.

• Ability to work within a defined visual style while contributing fresh ideas.

• Interest in classical art, architecture, culture, or heritage is a bonus.

• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with a creative team.

• Reliable, organised, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to help shape the visual identity of a global cultural foundation.

• Experience designing for a wide range of creative and cultural projects.

• A portfolio of meaningful, mission‑driven work.

• A supportive, imaginative environment where your ideas genuinely matter.

• A reference after a minimum of 6 months commitment to our Foundation.

Time Commitment

Fully remote, with flexibility around your schedule.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, portfolio, and a short statement explaining why you’re interested in this role and what you would bring to the foundation.

We Are Lys

We Are The Lysene Foundation

Creative Director (Volunteer Role)

Organisation: The Lysene Foundation

Location: Remote (global)

Time Commitment: Approx. 8 hours per month

About the Lysene Foundation

The Lysene Foundation is a start‑up charitable organisation inspired by the micronation known as the Principality of Lys — a creative community rooted in the classical arts, architecture, and beauty of the French Renaissance, Baroque, Beaux‑Arts, and the age of Humanism and Enlightenment.

We believe in a new Renaissance for Europe and the wider world. Our mission is to bring the cultural and community spirit of Lys to life through accessible public programmes, including community events, educational initiatives, exhibitions, publications, artistic opportunities, and more.

All activities and resources are open to the public without restriction.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an imaginative, visionary, and highly skilled Creative Director to lead the artistic and aesthetic direction of the foundation. This is a senior volunteer role ideal for someone who is passionate about classical beauty, cultural heritage, and the power of visual storytelling.

You will shape the creative identity of the foundation, oversee the development of visual and artistic materials, and ensure that all programmes, publications, and communications reflect the cultural spirit of Lys. As we grow, you will build and lead a creative department including designers, artists, writers, and content creators.

This is a rare opportunity to define the artistic soul of a cultural foundation at an early stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the foundation’s creative vision, ensuring aesthetic coherence across all outputs.

• Oversee the creation of visual assets, branding materials, illustrations, and artistic content.

• Guide the creative direction of programmes, exhibitions, publications, and digital media.

• Collaborate closely with the Heads of Marketing, Programmes, and Partnerships to ensure creative alignment.

• Establish creative standards, templates, and style guidelines rooted in the artistic traditions that inspire Lys.

• Provide direction and feedback to designers, writers, and other creative volunteers.

• Lead the development of campaigns, visual narratives, and cultural storytelling initiatives.

• Build and manage a creative team as the foundation grows.

• Ensure all creative work reflects the foundation’s mission, values, and classical aesthetic.

• Support innovation while maintaining a strong connection to the artistic heritage that defines Lys.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in creative direction, visual design, art direction, or a related field.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating artistic vision and aesthetic sensitivity.

• Deep appreciation for classical art, architecture, and cultural heritage.

• Ability to develop and maintain a cohesive visual identity.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Ability to guide and inspire creative contributors.

• Comfortable working in a start‑up environment where systems are built from scratch.

• A collaborative, thoughtful, and imaginative approach.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to define the creative identity of a global cultural foundation.

• Senior‑level leadership experience within a growing organisation.

• The opportunity to shape artistic direction, visual storytelling, and long‑term cultural impact.

• A creative, mission‑driven environment where your ideas genuinely matter.

• A meaningful role that strengthens your CV and professional profile, with a reference after a minimum of 6 months commitment to our Foundation.

Time Commitment

Approx. 8 hours per month, fully remote, with flexibility around your schedule.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, portfolio (if available), and a short statement explaining why you’re interested in this role and what you would bring to the foundation.

We Are Lys

We Are The Lysene Foundation