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London, Greater London (Hybrid)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
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Job description
Help Shape the Future of Amour Destiné
Amour Destiné CIC is seeking passionate and committed individuals to join our voluntary Board.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your professional expertise, lived experience and strategic thinking to help shape the future of an award-winning, survivor-led organisation supporting Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, girls and families affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence, harmful practices and other forms of gender-based violence.
As a Board Director, you will play a vital role in providing strategic leadership, strengthening good governance and helping Amour Destiné continue to grow sustainably while remaining true to our survivor-led values, mission and the communities we serve.
Why Join Our Board?
Joining the Board of Amour Destiné is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, girls and families.
You will work alongside passionate professionals, survivors and community leaders who are committed to creating lasting social change. As our organisation continues to grow, your expertise will help strengthen our governance, shape our strategic direction and ensure we continue delivering high-quality, culturally responsive services to those who need them most.
Whether your background is in governance, finance, safeguarding, fundraising, communications, legal services, health, human resources, lived experience or community leadership, we welcome individuals who share our values and want to make a meaningful contribution.
What You'll Do
As a Board Member, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership, direction and oversight.
- Support the Chief Executive Officer while maintaining appropriate governance and accountability.
- Ensure strong governance, sound decision-making and compliance with legal and regulatory responsibilities.
- Support the organisation's financial sustainability and long-term growth.
- Contribute your professional expertise to Board discussions and strategic planning.
- Act as an ambassador for Amour Destiné and champion our mission and values.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and survivor-centred practice throughout the organisation.
- Build positive relationships with partners, funders and stakeholders where appropriate.
- Uphold the legal duties and responsibilities of a Company Director.
We're Looking For People Who Have
We welcome applications from individuals with a wide range of professional backgrounds and lived experiences.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise in:
- Fundraising and Income Generation
- Human Resources and Organisational Development
- Law or Governance
- Marketing, Communications or Digital Media
- Health and Social Care
- Domestic Abuse or Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
- Public Policy or Research
- Community Leadership
- Business/Charity Development
- Charity Leadership
- Lived experience that will strengthen our Board and support our mission
Previous Board experience is welcomed but not essential. We are committed to supporting new Trustees and Board Directors through a comprehensive induction and ongoing development.
What We Offer
As a Board Member you will have the opportunity to:
- Help shape the future of an award-winning survivor-led organisation.
- Influence services that make a real difference to the lives of women, girls and families.
- Develop your governance and strategic leadership experience.
- Work alongside experienced professionals and passionate community leaders.
- Contribute to meaningful social change across London and beyond.
- Receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support throughout your Board journey.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Amour Destiné is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and representative Board.
We particularly welcome applications from Black African, Carribean and Mixed Heritage women, individuals with lived experience, and people whose skills and perspectives reflect the communities we serve. We also welcome applications from allies who share our commitment to equity, social justice and ending violence against women and girls.
Appointments will be made on merit while recognising the importance of lived experience, diversity of thought and representation in strengthening our governance.
Expenses
This is a voluntary Board position.
Reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst undertaking Board duties will be reimbursed in accordance with Amour Destiné's Expenses Policy.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications. We reserve the right to close recruitment early should sufficient suitable applications be received.
Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board and the CEO. References, eligibility checks and any other appropriate pre-appointment checks will be completed before an appointment is confirmed.
Join us in creating a future where every Black and Black Mixed Heritage woman, girl and family can live free from abuse, be heard, heal and thrive.
Together, we can create lasting change.
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Posted on: 19 June 2026
Closing date: 19 July 2026 at 18:43
Job ref: Amour Destine Board 26
Tags: Advice / Information, Campaigns, Communications, Human Resources, Advocacy, Business Development, Housing, Digital, Accounting, Brand, Domestic Violence / Abuse, Gender / Gender Based Violence, Health / Medical, Helpline, Homelessness, Human Rights, Community Fundraising, Digital Fundraising, Grants, Governance / Management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description
Spectra is a Community Interest Company (CIC), working to improve the choices, health and well-being of structurally excluded communities across London, particularly in their sexual health, emotional resilience and wellbeing, and to combat isolation and minimise risk.
Under the guidance of its Chief Executive and Board of Directors, Spectra’s outstanding staff team provides supportive, knowledgeable, and non-judgmental services, all of which are peer-led, meaning people with lived and learned experience deliver them. Spectra strives to proactively identify the needs of all its service users and support them appropriately and effectively.
We are now seeking a suitably experienced and committed individual to join our Board as a Director of the CIC. You will join a Board of six other Directors.
If you are passionate about addressing health inequalities and share our mission to support and empower people, we would love to hear from you.
You will provide strategic direction for the organisation around Communications, marketing and PR. You will support our plans to increase our reach and brand, further our communications work and strategy, including social media marketing and campaigning, and enhance our PR opportunities. You will support Spectra’s delivery of statutory and grant-funded services; help us in advancing our vision and provide constructive scrutiny and oversight of the Chief Executive and the work of Spectra’s staff.
Spectra is based in Vauxhall, South London. It is expected that you will attend five meetings (in the evening, currently online on a Monday evening) and two SMT/Board Away Days each year (currently in person). In addition, it is envisaged that you will contribute your expertise outside of Board meetings on occasion, e.g. to review service or planning reports, to input into a focus group, etc.
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Posted on: 29 June 2026
Closing date: 24 July 2026 at 09:00
Job ref: BOD-Comms
Tags: Communications, Marketing, Brand, Public Relations, Social Media
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Job description
Spectra is a Community Interest Company (CIC), working to improve the choices, health and well-being of structurally excluded communities across London; particularly in relation to their sexual health, emotional resilience and well-being, and to combat isolation and minimise risk.
Under the steer of its Chief Executive and Board of Directors, Spectra’s outstanding staff team provide supportive, knowledgeable, non-judgemental services, which are all peer-led, meaning they are delivered by people with lived experience. Spectra strives to proactively identify the needs of all its service users and support them appropriately and effectively.
We are now seeking a suitably experienced and committed individual to join our Board as a Director of the CIC, and are particularly looking for someone with financial management and budgetary experience, particularly from a voluntary or statutory sector background.
If you feel passionately about addressing health inequalities and have an ethos aligned to our mission to support and empower people, we would love to hear from you.
You will provide strategic direction for the organisation on financial management, including helping to shape and support our ongoing financial strategy. You will support Spectra’s delivery of statutory and grant-funded services; help us in advancing our vision and provide constructive scrutiny and oversight of the Chief Executive and the work of Spectra’s staff.
Spectra is based in Vauxhall, South London. It is expected that you will attend five meetings (currently online on a Monday evening) and one SMT/Board Away Day each year (currently in person). In addition, it is envisaged that you will contribute your expertise outside Board meetings on occasion, e.g., to review service or planning reports, to participate in a focus group, etc.
Organisation
Posted on: 29 June 2026
Closing date: 24 July 2026 at 09:00
Job ref: BOD-finance
Tags: Finance, Strategy
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Voluntary
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Designated Safeguarding Lead
AuDHD UK
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Reports to: CEO/COO
Commitment: Flexible, part-time (details negotiable)
Role: Unpaid volunteer position
Purpose: To ensure AuDHD UK upholds the highest safeguarding standards, protecting children, young people, and adults at risk. The DSL will oversee safeguarding policies, training, compliance, and case management across the organisation.
The DSL position does not require daily volunteering, but would require timely responses from queries raised by the safeguarding team.
As a Key Staff member within AuDHD UK, the DSL will be required to provide weekly updates to the COO/CEO regarding safeguarding case management of beneficiaries using AuDHD UK services and are expected to be able to ensure the wider safeguarding team feel supported in their roles. Ideal candidates would be free on Wednesdays at 12-1pm to attend our weekly Key Staff meetings, although this is not essential if the right candidate is unavailable during this time.
This role requires an Enhanced Adult DBS - please only apply if you meet the requirements for a DBS check to be carried out (a 5 year UK address history with a maximum of 12 months abroad AND a biometric passport/ID card for an online ID check).
Key Responsibilities
Safeguarding Case Management
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Act as the central point of contact for safeguarding concerns and external escalations.
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Respond to incidents and provide clear advice to staff and volunteers.
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Manage referrals and liaise with statutory agencies when needed.
Risk Assessment & Policy Oversight
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Lead on risk assessments and ensure proportionate responses to concerns.
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Review and update AuDHD UK’s Safeguarding Framework and related policies.
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Ensure safeguarding pathways are clear, accessible, and consistently followed.
Compliance & Governance
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Monitor compliance with safeguarding legislation and guidance.
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Maintain accurate and confidential safeguarding records.
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Contribute to audits, reviews, and continuous improvement activities.
Training & Awareness
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Deliver in-house safeguarding training for all staff and volunteers.
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Promote a culture of vigilance, accountability, and reflective practice.
Collaboration & Leadership
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Work with the CEO, COO, trustees, Clinical Lead, and Care Coordinator to align safeguarding with organisational goals.
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Bring safeguarding expertise into strategic planning and service design.
Essential Skills & Attributes
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Recognised safeguarding training or substantial safeguarding experience.
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Strong knowledge of safeguarding law, statutory guidance, and best practice.
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Sound judgment, discretion, and empathy in complex situations.
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Clear written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond appropriately to sensitive cases.
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Commitment to AuDHD UK’s mission and values.
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Lived experience of AuDHD (desired).
Time Commitment Estimate
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Safeguarding case management including external escalations : 2–4 hrs/week (variable depending on incidents)
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Risk assessment external escalation: 1-3 hours a week (this may be increased at times of increased activity within the charity e.g. before the beginning of Peer Support Cohort assignments
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Policy framework updates: 4–6 hrs/quarter
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Training and team awareness: 2–3 hrs/quarter
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Safeguarding audits, governance, and meetings: 2–4 hrs/quarter
Mission Alignment Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate:
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Understanding of AuDHD UK’s core purpose.
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Commitment to volunteer-led service delivery.
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Adherence to safeguarding and ethical guidelines.
To apply: please submit your CV and a covering statement outlining why you would be the best candidate for this specific role.
Application Instructions
Only applications that are tailored to this specific role vacancy will be considered. Applications without a covering statement will not be considered.
Organisation
Posted on: 08 June 2026
Closing date: 16 July 2026 at 17:00
Tags: Project Management, Safeguarding
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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