3 Assistant chief executive volunteer roles in Edinburgh
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Job Title: Personal Assistant to the CEO (Volunteer Role)
Location: London -Hybrid / Remote
Contract Type: Volunteer (with potential to become a paid salaried role)
Hours: Flexible - up to 20 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and reliable Personal Assistant to support our CEO with day-to-day responsibilities. This voluntary role offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand experience working closely with a busy CEO, supporting both business and personal commitments, while building valuable skills in executive support and leadership administration.
While this position will initially be unpaid, there is strong potential for it to develop into a salaried role as the organisation continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide proactive diary and inbox management for the CEO.
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Schedule and coordinate meetings, calls, and travel arrangements.
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Assist with the preparation of agendas, presentations, and follow-up actions.
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Act as the first point of contact with internal and external stakeholders.
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Manage confidential information with the utmost discretion.
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Support with ad hoc personal tasks and lifestyle management, as required.
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Undertake general administrative duties, including filing, expenses, and record keeping.
Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
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Discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive matters.
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Competence with Microsoft Office Suite and/or digital collaboration tools.
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A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work independently.
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A positive and approachable attitude, with strong interpersonal skills.
What You’ll Gain
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The chance to work closely with a CEO and gain insight into executive-level leadership.
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Hands-on experience in administration, coordination, and project support.
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The opportunity to build a long-term role as the organisation expands.
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Flexibility to fit around other commitments.
Additional Information
This is a volunteer role to begin with, so flexibility and commitment will be key. We are committed to ensuring that your time with us is rewarding, developmental, and supportive, with the real prospect of progression into a permanent salaried role in due course.
The Abundant Woman empowers women with support, wellness, and community, fostering resilience and sisterhood for abundant, fulfilling lives.
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About Children With Voices
Children With Voices is a grassroots children’s charity that provides alternative education, wellbeing programmes, and community food hubs to help children and families thrive.
Our mission is simple — to give every child the tools, confidence, and voice to build a brighter future.
We’re growing and reshaping our organisation to reach more young people, and we’re now looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Finance Assistant to support our financial operations.
About the Role
As our Finance Assistant, you’ll be a vital part of the team, helping ensure that CWV’s finances run smoothly and transparently. You’ll manage day-to-day bookkeeping, assist with budgeting and reporting, and support compliance with charity financial standards.
You’ll work closely with the CEO, Operations team, and external accountants to make sure every penny is accounted for — and that we can continue delivering essential programmes in our community.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping using QuickBooks
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Record income, donations, and grant payments
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Create and process invoices, receipts, and staff expenses
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Reconcile bank accounts
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Support preparation of management accounts and reports
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Assist with grant reporting and annual audit preparation
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Ensure compliance with charity finance policies and procedures
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Experienced in bookkeeping or finance administration
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Comfortable using accounting software and Excel
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Highly organised with great attention to detail
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Able to work independently and handle confidential information responsibly
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Passionate about supporting a small charity with a big heart
Desirable:
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Experience in the charity or voluntary sector
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Knowledge of restricted/unrestricted funds or Gift Aid
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AAT qualification (or working towards)
What We Offer
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Flexible working hours (hybrid role)
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Supportive, purpose-driven environment
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Training and professional development opportunities
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A chance to make a genuine impact in the lives of children and families
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Queen's Park Trust aims to support as many residents as possible in or near to Queen's Park Westminster. In order to do this, we need to use multiple methods for reaching residents and promoting the Trust in a postive way. This role would involve working as a team within our committee, accountable to the Chair of the Board and Trustees but would also need to work within a sub-team with the Resident Engagement Officer, EDI Officer, Social Media Manager and CEO. Someone with initiative, enthusiasm and drive would be ideal!
Promote QPT on social media, posting stories and gaining followers.
The mission of the Queen’s Park Trust (QPT) is to improve the local area, foster strong resident connections, enhance safety, and create a thriving en