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Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Ripple Pond Charity - Supporting Armed Forces and Veteran Families
A Voluntary Trustee Position
With reasonable expenses reimbursed
Please note that although the closing date for applications is 11 September 2026, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the recruitment process may close once a suitable appointment is made.
Help Shape the Future of Support for Military Families
The Ripple Pond is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Chair of our Board of Trustees.
This is an opportunity to lead a unique and growing charity that supports the families and carers of Armed Forces personnel and veterans who have sustained a service-related physical or psychological injury. Through peer support, advocacy, collaboration and innovation, we help military families feel seen, heard and supported throughout their journey.
We are looking for a values-driven leader with strategic vision, strong governance experience and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of military families and the wider Armed Forces community.
About the Role
As Chair, you will lead the Board of Trustees, ensuring that The Ripple Pond remains focused on its charitable purpose, strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and fellow Trustees, you will help guide the charity through its next phase of development, strengthening our impact, partnerships and influence across the military, veterans, health and social care sectors.
You will function as an ambassador for the charity, helping to build relationships, influence decision-makers and create opportunities that support lasting positive change for those we support.
Who Are We Looking For?
The Chair of The Ripple Pond leads a small but complex charity that provides support to more than 1,200 Armed Forces and veteran family members across the UK. Around 20% of new Members joining our services live in environments that place them at high risk.
These challenges often arise from complex and overlapping circumstances, including addiction, suicidal ideation, domestic abuse, safeguarding concerns, risk of homelessness and wider welfare needs.
This places significant responsibility on the Chair to provide strong board leadership, support and develop trustees, maintain effective governance and strategic oversight, and work in close partnership with the CEO to ensure the charity remains focused on delivering meaningful impact for military families. The Chair also acts as one of the charity's principal ambassadors and public representatives.
We are seeking an individual with a broad range of experience and perspectives, ideally gained across multiple sectors. This might include commercial business, the public sector, healthcare, social care, the arts, the Armed Forces, emergency services or the voluntary sector.
You will have experience in developing and delivering regional or national strategies that have achieved sustainable and measurable positive outcomes, preferably through collaboration and partnership with a range of stakeholders.
You will have operated at executive or equivalent senior leadership level and be comfortable working across organisational boundaries, where success is achieved through influence, relationships and shared purpose rather than formal authority alone.
You will possess a strong understanding of risk, including strategic, organisational, and people-related risks, and be able to explain complex issues in a way that is clear, practical, and accessible to others.
Most importantly, you will demonstrate humility, integrity and compassion. You will care deeply about people, value the contribution of others and be motivated by a desire to serve the Armed Forces community and improve the lives of military families.
Role Profile
We are seeking an experienced senior leader who can provide effective governance, constructive challenge and confident stewardship to help guide The Ripple Pond through its next phase of development.
The successful candidate will bring:
Experience and Capability
Organisational Leadership and Change
Governance, Finance and Risk
Influence, Partnerships and Representation
Leadership Style and Values
We are particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate:
Integrity and Accountability
A commitment to ethical leadership, transparency and maintaining the highest standards of governance.
Collaborative Leadership
The ability to build trust, bring people together and create an environment where trustees, Members, workforce, partners and other stakeholders feel valued and able to contribute. You will listen, encourage open discussion and help create a shared sense of purpose both within The Ripple Pond and across the wider community.
Compassion and Respect
An understanding of the experiences of military families and carers, with genuine respect for different perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences.
Courage and Constructive Challenge
You will be confident asking the difficult questions, challenging thinking and encouraging open and honest conversations. You will build trusted internal and strategic relationships, using your influence to ensure the experiences of military families and carers are understood and reflected in wider conversations and decision-making. This will help ensure that The Ripple Pond continues to play its part in shaping a stronger support landscape for military and veteran families.
Self-Awareness and Learning Mindset
A willingness to listen, reflect and continue developing, recognising that effective leadership requires curiosity, humility and openness to new ideas.
Commitment to Our Purpose
A genuine desire to improve the lives of military families, carers and veterans affected by service-related injury. You will understand the importance of lived experience in shaping services, strategy and practice, ensuring that those we support remain central to organisational decision-making.
Experience within the Armed Forces, veterans, healthcare, social care, public service or charity sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.
Safeguarding and Creating a Safe Culture
The Ripple Pond is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all Members, volunteers, staff, trustees and partners. Safeguarding is fundamental to our work, and trustees share responsibility for ensuring that people feel respected, listened to and able to raise concerns.
The Chair will champion a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring the Board maintains appropriate oversight of safeguarding practice, risk management, policies and organisational culture.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Ripple Pond believes that diversity of experience and perspective strengthens our organisation and improves the support we provide. We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, including those with relevant lived experience.
The Chair will help ensure equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout governance, decision-making, culture and service development, creating an organisation where everyone feels valued, respected and able to contribute.
Time Commitment
The role of Chair is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of Armed Forces and veteran families. While voluntary, it carries significant responsibility and requires a consistent commitment throughout the year.
Key responsibilities include:
Many meetings are held virtually to maximise accessibility and efficiency, although some travel will be required for Board meetings, key events and stakeholder engagement.
Professional Practice
As a national charity supporting over 1,200 military family members across the UK, the Chair will maintain an informed understanding of The Ripple Pond’s work, operating environment, opportunities and risks to provide effective Board leadership and appropriate support and challenge to the Chief Executive.
Applicants should be able to commit sufficient time in line with Charity Commission guidance and recognised principles of good governance. The time requirement will vary throughout the year, with additional involvement likely during periods of strategic development, organisational change or significant emerging issues.
Above all, the Chair will view this not simply as a governance appointment, but as an opportunity to help shape and strengthen an organisation making a lasting difference to military families across the United Kingdom.
Digital Confidence and Ways of Working
The Ripple Pond is a digitally enabled charity, with services, meetings and engagement activity delivered predominantly through online platforms. The Chair should therefore be comfortable working in a digital environment and using technology to support effective governance and communication.
This includes participating in virtual Board meetings, reviewing digital reports and documents, communicating with the Chief Executive and engaging with stakeholders online. Confidence using video conferencing, shared document systems and online collaboration tools is essential to ensure effective participation, timely decision-making and organisational agility.
Term of Appointment
The appointment is for an initial term of three years.
Trustees may be reappointed for further three-year terms up to a maximum of nine years, subject to the charity's governing document and Board approval.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead the Board of a growing charity with a clear purpose and a strong commitment to military families across the United Kingdom.
The Ripple Pond exists because the experiences and challenges faced by families caring for injured serving personnel and veterans are often unseen and not fully recognised. As Chair, you will help shape our next chapter, working with an experienced team and community of Members to strengthen our impact, ensure the voices of military families and carers are heard, and help influence wider understanding, services and support.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a screening question to help us better understand your suitability for the role.
To apply, please submit:
A current CV.
A covering letter (maximum two pages), addressed to the Board of Trustees, explaining your interest in the role and how your skills, experience and personal qualities would enable you to make a positive contribution as Chair.
Following an initial review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with members of the Board. The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss your experience, leadership approach and aspirations for the role, while also allowing you to learn more about The Ripple Pond.
Supporting adult family members of physically or psychologically injured British Armed Forces personnel and veterans


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Join us as a Trustee and contribute to our campaigning journey to help make the food system healthier and fairer. Be part of the creative, agile and growing team behind Bite Back’s exceptional teenage activists from England and Scotland. Work with a vibrant, dynamic and youth-led organisation that is committed to advancing child rights and creating healthy futures for children across the UK and abroad by improving our global, national, and local food systems.
Trustee Role & Responsibilities
As a Trustee, you will share collective statutory responsibility duties for the governance and strategic direction of Bite Back:
● Strategic Oversight: Ensure Bite Back pursues its charitable objectives by approving and monitoring our long-term strategy and organisational goals
● Compliance & Governance: Ensure that compliance with governing documents, charity law, company law, safeguarding standards, and all relevant statutory regulations in England & Wales, and Scotland.
● Financial Stewardship: Protect and manage the charity’s assets, ensuring financial stability, proper investment, and exclusive application of funds toward our charitable mission.
● Risk & Performance Management: Evaluate performance against agreed strategy, monitor organisational risks, and ensure proper internal controls and policies are in place.
● CEO Support & Governance: Provide support, constructive challenge, and oversight to the Chief Executive Officer.
In addition to statutory duties, Trustees act as critical friends and champions for Bite Back. You will draw on your professional skills, networks, and lived experience to advise the Board and Senior Leadership Team, scrutinise board papers, and support key strategic initiatives.
Person specification
Following a recent governance review and skills audit, we are seeking up to three new Trustees to join our Board during an exciting phase of expansion across the UK. Candidates should bring deep expertise in at least one of the following core priority areas:
1. Scottish Youth Charity & Governance Expertise: Senior leadership experience from across Scotland’s charity sector (ideally, but not necessarily, within the children and young people’s sector), with strong professional networks across Scottish government, civil society, and funders to help guide our growing footprint and programmes as a registered Scottish charity (SC055240). In addition to strong Scottish safeguarding and child protection experience, and Scottish charity governance knowledge.
2. Youth Voice / Education Charity Leadership Expertise: Senior leadership experience within the youth sector (youth voice / development / advocacy) or education sector working with young people, or experience scaling high impact social ventures that improve lives of young people, or movement building, or philanthropic and donor networks to support income generation, organisational growth, and governance trajectory. In addition to strong child safeguarding experience.
3. Political Strategy & Campaign Expertise: Expertise in building high-impact strategic campaigns to influence policy, with strong PR/media/political professional networks to support Bite Back’s young campaigners’ efforts to hold Big Food accountable via fresh, innovative, and digital-forward ways.
Core Qualities Required for All Trustees
● A deep commitment to Bite Back’s mission, values, and youth-led ethos, alongside the strategic vision to help steer a dynamic, growing national movement
● Good, independent judgement and thinking, and the willingness to speak your mind candidly while constructively challenging executive leadership
● A clear understanding and acceptance of the statutory duties, responsibilities, and legal liabilities of trusteeship under charity and company law
● An ability to think creatively, embrace fresh perspectives, and navigate complex policy public health, and campaigning landscapes
● An ability to work effectively as an active member of a team, building strong, supportive relationships with fellow Trustees, Youth Activists, and executive leadership
● An openness to leveraging personal and professional networks to support elevating the voices of Bite Back’s young people and their campaigns.
● A genuine willingness to devote the necessary time, energy, and effort to prepare for board meetings, advise on sub-committees, and champion the organisation externally
● A steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging alongside full alignment with Nolan’s Seven Principles of Public Life (Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership)
Time Commitment & Location
● Board meetings: 4 meetings per year (held virtually or in London, with hybrid access)
● Sub-Committees: Participation in one Board sub-committee where relevant
● Ad-Hoc Support: Occasional strategic guidance, reading time, and attendance at key Bite Back events or youth showcases
Our Organisation & Governance
Bite Back is a registered charity in England & Wales (1180969) and Scotland (SC055240). Bite Back is led by young people - not consulted as an afterthought, but led. Over 70+ core youth activists who sit on our Youth Board directly shape our strategy, campaigns, and communications, supported by thousands of young people engaged across our UK networks.
Our staff team of about 30 people works in partnership with our Youth Board, using their professional networks and expertise to create platforms for young leaders to drive systemic change.
Bite Back is overseen by a dedicated Board of Trustees, led by Chair Dr. Dolly van Tulleken.
The Board is responsible for ensuring the charity fulfills its mission, remains strictly youth-led, and maintains robust financial and operational governance. Our Board currently includes experienced professionals across health, education, finance, campaigns, and youth engagement, alongside Youth Trustees who bring essential lived experience to our governance. Our Board has a Finance Sub-Committee to support specifically with the long-term financial sustainability of the charity.
Everything we do is guided by the core values developed by our Youth Board: Fresh, Resilient, Energetic, Real, and Respectful.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI-B)
As part of our commitment to making meaningful progress towards a movement where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered, Bite Back’s DEIB vision statement has been co-developed by Bite Back’s young people, staff and trustees:
A fair food system means our working culture and values - Real, Respectful, Resilient, Fresh and Energetic - reflects this vision. We support our staf , ambassadors and trustees to live Bite Back’s values in their work.
At Bite Back, DEIB means that our people are able to join and navigate the workplace, trusting they’ll be supported to thrive, and that we’ll respond with compassion and make change when things fall short. We recognise the systems of oppression which keep marginalised groups from power, and seek to proactively build equity. We are intentional about representation. We actively recruit under-represented voices, ensuring our staf team and youth board are representative of a wide variety of lived experiences.
We push to improve outcomes for those kept furthest from power, celebrate differences and ensure accessibility is built in, not added on. Our aspiration and intention is that Bite Back is an organisation that recognises, shares and acts on its power and responsibility to young people, employees, community and wider society, driving equity and inclusion in every space, and in every decision.
You can read more about how we approach DEI-B on our website.
We are intentional about representation and equity:
● Youth-Led Representation: We ensure our core movement including over 70+ Youth Activists and thousands of young campaigners across England and Scotland reflects the rich diversity of young people most impacted by food insecurity and junk food marketing.
● Proactive Inclusion: We actively recruit under-represented voices to our staff team and Board of Trustees, celebrating difference and embedding accessibility into everything we do by design.
● Continuous Improvement: We continually review and embed inclusive practices across our recruitment, organisational culture, campaign priorities, and board governance.
OUR MISSION IS TO CHANGE THE WAY UNHEALTHY FOOD IS MADE, MARKETED AND SOLD, ESPECIALLY TO CHILDREN.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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You will be helping your local community understand what a Read Easy group does; how local people can get the reading support they need; and how volunteers can help. There are two distinct forms of publicity, one requiring raising awareness by giving talks, putting up posters and talking to people generally about Read Easy. The second is using social media effectively to raise awareness and publicise your group. This role is commonly supported by other members of
the team, with specific skills to offer.
How we will support you
You will be provided with the Management Team Handbook, policies, training/induction and guidance specifically needed for this role, including access to support from a Read Easy UK Regional Adviser, via your Team Leader. You will also be invited to Read Easy UK’s regional and national forums which gives volunteers an opportunity for networking with those from other
groups.
The skills you will need
● Knowledge and previous experience of publicity/marketing are an advantage.
● Good communication and people skills.
● Knowledge and ability to use social media effectively is useful for the role.
● The confidence to promote the work of Read Easy and a strong commitment to improving the lives of people who struggle with reading.
● Reasonable confidence in using IT.
● The ability to use initiative and work independently.
● A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.
● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.
● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
● Energy and enthusiasm with an average of two hours a week to commit to the role.
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At Women for Refugee Women (WRW), we support refugee and asylum-seeking women who have fled persecution to rebuild their lives on their own terms.
We have an overarching vision that women who come to the UK in search of safety experience a fair and compassionate asylum system and are supported to feel free, welcome and able to rebuild their lives. We currently work in three main areas:
Power: To support women who have sought asylum to reclaim their power through opportunities to develop new and existing skills, access information and advice, and build confidence and connections.
Influence: To amplify the voices of women who have sought asylum to wide audiences through research, events, creative projects, the arts, social media, print and digital media and other means of communication.
Change: To support women who have sought asylum to influence public perceptions of refugees, and to challenge and change the UK’s asylum system so that it is fair and supportive.
Role Description
Time commitment
2-hour quarterly Board meetings - plus pre-reading of Board papers.
Full day annual strategy planning meeting.
1.5-hour quarterly Finance & HR Committee meetings - plus pre-reading of papers
Ad hoc events (including launches, networking events).
Quarterly supervision with the Co-Directors.
Term
An initial term of 3 years, renewable once up to a maximum of 6 years.
Salary
Trustee roles are voluntary. They are unpaid, though expenses incurred in the role will be reimbursed.
Role Purpose
To ensure Women for Refugee Women delivers its vision, mission and values, and fulfils its duty to women seeking safety in the UK
To ensure the Board fulfils its responsibilities and provides effective governance and strategic leadership
To act as an ambassador for the charity
To provide steady, values-led leadership in a complex and evolving external environment
Responsibilities
Ensure WRW operates in line with its governing document and all legal and regulatory requirements
Fulfil the responsibilities of a trustee and company director, always acting in the best interests of the organisation
Lead the Board in setting strategic direction, priorities and goals, and in reviewing organisational performance
Work closely with the Co-Directors to guide and support the organisation’s work, while ensuring clear and appropriate accountability
Shape Board agendas and chair meetings to enable thoughtful discussion, constructive challenge and clear decision-making
Set the tone for Board culture, ensuring it is inclusive, collaborative and grounded in WRW’s values
Work in close partnership with the Co-Chair (where applicable), modelling collaborative and feminist leadership
Contribute your perspective to Board discussions to support informed and balanced decision-making
Ensure strong financial oversight, sustainability and responsible stewardship of resources
Help ensure strong and proportionate governance, systems and controls are in place
Safeguard WRW’s values, reputation and commitment to the women it works alongside
Support Board development, including recruitment, succession planning and maintaining a balance of skills and perspectives
Foster strong, open and respectful relationships between trustees and staff, maintaining appropriate governance boundaries
Represent WRW externally where appropriate, helping to build relationships and uphold its values and reputation
Contribute to wider Board responsibilities, including subcommittees and ambassadorial support
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Personal integrity and sound judgement
Commitment to WRW’s vision, mission and values, and to the rights of refugee and asylum-seeking women
Collaborative approach, with the confidence to contribute, ask questions and offer constructive challenge
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive and respectful relationships and networks
An engaged and thoughtful leadership style, with the ability to lead with clarity and confidence, including in complex or sensitive contexts
Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of trusteeship
Strategic thinking and the ability to contribute to long-term direction
Strong chairing and facilitation skills, with the ability to guide discussion and build consensus
Good understanding of governance, board dynamics and the respective roles of trustees and senior staff
Confidence in supporting and constructively challenging senior leadership
Sound judgement in navigating external and politically sensitive contexts
Experience
Experience of chairing boards, committees or similar forums (or equivalent leadership experience)
Experience working collaboratively to achieve shared goals
Sound judgement and the ability to make balanced, well-informed decisions
Experience building constructive relationships with senior stakeholders
Experience representing an organisation externally
Lived experience of seeking asylum (desirable)
Application process
We welcome applications from individuals who are excited by our work and feel they can contribute meaningfully to the Board.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement (maximum 2 pages), via CharityJob, outlining:
Which role you are applying for
Why you are interested in joining WRW
What you would bring to the role, including any specific skills, experience or perspectives
Interviews will be held with our Chair and Co-Directors and arranged at a time and date to suit the candidate.
Due to the expected volume of applications, we regret that we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
We are committed to making this process accessible. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to support your application.
As a women’s organisation, we are recruiting women trustees and particularly welcome applications from women with lived experience of the asylum system and from racialised communities.
Women for Refugee Women supports women seeking safety in the UK to rebuild their lives and campaigns alongside them for a compassionate asylum system.



We are inviting applications from people interested in serving the charity on a voluntary basis as trustees of Headway UK.
Trustees are the guardians of a charity's purpose, providing leadership, oversight and strategic direction to ensure the organisation remains effective, sustainable and focused on delivering its mission.
As a trustee of Headway UK, you will join a committed board working collectively to support and challenge the executive team, safeguard the charity's reputation and resources, and help shape its future priorities.
Having conducted a knowledge, skills and experience audit, we are particularly looking broaden the collective expertise of the board by recruiting new trustees with the following skills:
We also warmly welcome applications from people with experience of Headway network of local charities and branches.
In addition, we are seeking to strengthen our diversity of background and representation of those we serve and thus we particularly welcome applications from brain injury survivors, applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds and applicants from the devolved nations of the UK.
If you are interested, please download and read carefully the Trustee recruitment pack below, which also includes details of how to apply.
Deadline for applications:
Please note that the difference between the two application deadlines relates to the charity’s Articles of Association, which require nominations from the network to be received 42 clear days before the date of the forthcoming AGM to be held on 17 September.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Position Overview:
An exciting and unique internship opportunity to work closely with SEED Madagascar's operations team in a respected UK international development charity; this position has strong vocational content for anyone looking to break into the international development sector, with future possibilities of progression into roles in SEED.
The postholder will gain experience in international development and gain understanding and skills across a wide range of duties associated with organising international staff and volunteer training, formatting and maintaining policy and procedure documentation, supporting recruitment and job postings, and volunteer programme marketing.
The internship spans a minimum of six months and is a remote role. The diversity of activities that will be undertaken provides training for an early-career development professional who can effectively and efficiently deal with a comprehensive range of tasks related to the complex world of overseas development work.
Reporting to: Operations and Administration Officer
Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time, two days a week for a minimum of six months – with full flexibility to choose which two days you work and the option to adjust or change those days as needed.
Salary: N/A (voluntary)
Responsibilities:
Supporting the operations team by organising training for incoming international staff, including scheduling induction and training sessions, maintaining accurate training records, and occasionally preparing and updating materials and resources.
Supporting the operations team with policy, procedure and recruitment administration, which will include: formatting and updating policy and procedure documentation to a professional and consistent standard; formatting and posting jobs across platforms; and supporting administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as scheduling interviews.
Supporting the operations team in promoting crowdfunding campaigns by creating engaging digital and social media content, assisting with case studies and testimonials, maintaining consistent branding and messaging, and providing general administrative support.
Support in developing, updating and implementing organisational databases and systems, support the health and safety culture across the organisation; and assist with administration tasks and any other tasks required by the Operations Officer and International Operations Manager.
It should be noted that the successful candidate will take on a variety of tasks outlined above. While SEED Madagascar will make every attempt to tailor the tasks to the post-holder’s desired area of experience, this will be balanced by the priorities of the organisation.
Desired Knowledge/Experience/Skills/Qualifications
Hold or be studying towards an undergraduate degree or have an equivalent professional/experiential background.
Knowledge and/or keen interest in the operations side of NGOs; previous experience in an administrative role would be an asset.
Knowledge and/or keen interest in NGO marketing and communications; previous experience of content creation or social media management would be an asset.
Excellent attention to detail and formatting skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-structured, and professionally presented documents such as policies, procedures, and job postings.
Sound ability to adapt material for different audiences.
Be able to conduct independent internet research.
Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Be able to financially support themselves for the duration of their internship as there is no stipend available for travel or sustenance.
Strong written English is essential; French and/or Malagasy would be an asset.
Be willing to take on administrative and organisational tasks, such as scheduling, filing, and note-taking, as needed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job description
About Project Yananai
Project Yananai is a global non-profit headquartered in the United Kingdom, with Affiliate Entities and National Management Teams in India, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals and communities by fostering enduring relationships, enhancing sustainable skills, and delivering compassionate humanitarian aid. Rooted in Christian values, we are dedicated to nurturing resilient societies that are self-sufficient, spiritually fulfilled, and equipped to break cycles of poverty.
The role:
As Chief Advancement Officer, you will lead Project Yananai's global Advancement function, overseeing the three pillars that fuel our mission:
You will be responsible for developing and delivering an integrated advancement strategy across institutional grants, foundations, corporate partnerships, major gifts, and innovative funding models, ensuring that fundraising, partnerships, and communications work together to support sustainable organisational growth.
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will secure the resources, relationships, and visibility needed to expand our impact across multiple nations.
You will lead a global team comprising:
You will also provide strategic oversight to Advancement teams across India, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, ensuring alignment between global priorities and local delivery.
This is a leadership role that combines strategic vision with hands-on execution. You will personally cultivate and secure major funding opportunities while building a culture of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and accountability across the Advancement function.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Fundraising & Donor Engagement
Partnerships & Communications
Team Leadership
Growth, Innovation & Governance
About You
You are an accomplished advancement leader with a proven track record of securing significant funding and building strategic partnerships within the international development, humanitarian, or nonprofit sector.
You will bring:
What We Offer
If you are ready to build partnerships, unlock transformational funding, and help scale an ambitious global movement, we would welcome your application.
Project Yananai is an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. Project Yananai is a UK registered charity number 1209060.
Empowering individuals, strengthening communities, developing sustainable solutions.



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Cards for Bravery is a volunteer-led charity dedicated to improving the emotional wellbeing of hospitalised, seriously ill and chronically ill children and young people across the UK. We provide a range of services including the distribution of items such as handmade cards, activity packs, care packages and other initiatives designed to bring comfort, connection and support during difficult times.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a passionate and organised Volunteer Lead to help coordinate and support our incredible volunteer community.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the charity by helping recruit, welcome and support volunteers, ensuring they have a positive experience while contributing to our mission. Working closely with the Founder and the wider team, you'll help build an engaged, motivated and connected volunteer community, enabling us to reach even more children, young people and families.
A DBS Check will be required for this role, completed by the charity.
Candidates must hold a relevant laptop/tablet or other IT device to complete this role.
Any relevant expenses will be reimbursed.
Time commitment: Approx. 4-6 hours per week (flexible)
An ideal match:
Someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys supporting and encouraging others.
Someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Someone who is reliable, approachable and passionate about making a difference.
Someone with good organisational and time management skills.
Someone who is confident working independently while also collaborating with a remote team.
Basic computer skills - such as using emails and spreadsheets.
Previous experience coordinating volunteers or leading a team is desirable but not essential.
The role will include activities such as:
Supporting the recruitment, onboarding and induction of new volunteers.
Being a first point of contact for volunteer enquiries and providing ongoing support throughout their volunteering journey.
Developing and maintaining a digital volunteer hub, ensuring volunteers have access to resources, updates, guidance and opportunities.
Assist organising volunteer communications, including updates, newsletters and online meetings or catch-ups.
Maintaining volunteer records and helping monitor volunteer engagement and involvement.
Working with the Founder to identify volunteer needs and support the growth of our volunteer team.
Helping to recognise, celebrate and thank volunteers for their contributions.
Sharing ideas and feedback to continually improve the volunteer experience at Cards for Bravery.
Benefits:
Flexible volunteering that fits around your existing commitments.Gain valuable experience in volunteer management, leadership and charity operations.
We are committed to being flexible and inclusive, particularly for volunteers who are chronically ill, disabled or have other circumstances that may require adjustments.
Join a friendly, supportive and passionate team making a real difference to children and families across the UK.
We will contact you if we need further information.
Cards for Bravery is dedicated to brightening the days of hospitalised and seriously ill children, young people and their families.
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Production Assistant
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.To learn more about our impactful work at Quilombo UK, we encourage you to explore our website and YouTube channel.
Join us in leading positive change!
Role Overview
As a Production Assistant, you will support the Video Production Manager and team in all stages of video production, focusing primarily on the pre and production phase. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our video projects are well-planned and executed smoothly. You will be involved in tasks ranging from script writing to stage setting, ensuring that all necessary preparations are in place for successful video production.
Main Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Video Production Manager to develop and refine scripts for various video projects, conducting research to gather relevant information and insights to inform script content and invite guests when necessary.
Assist in planning and setting up stages for video shoots, including arranging props, lighting, and other necessary equipment, and coordinate with the production team to ensure all stage elements are in place.
Work with the Video Production Manager to create detailed production schedules and timelines, and coordinate with cast, crew, and other stakeholders to ensure everyone is informed of shoot dates and times.
Assist in identifying and securing suitable locations for video shoots, conducting site visits to assess the suitability of locations and addressing any logistical considerations.
Organize and manage all production materials and resources, including scripts, shot lists, and production notes, ensuring all necessary permits and permissions are obtained for filming locations.
Act as a point of contact between the pre/production team and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration, and provide regular updates to the Video Production Manager on the progress of pr/production tasks.
Essential
Provide production assistance as needed (e.g. props, crafty, runner duties)
Good interpersonal skills with ability to get on with people at all levels.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Creativity and attention to detail in script writing and stage setting.
Experience in camera set-ups for live events /ob-doc /scripted content
Appropriate DIT practices for media management
Working knowledge of audio production and basic audio set-ups for live events and recorded audio.
To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
Proficiency with Google Workspace/Microsoft Office
Working knowledge of file codecs and wrappers
Digital Asset Management (Utilising enterprise versions of Google Drive etc)
Coordinating the activities of writers, directors, managers, actors, and other personnel throughout the production process
Desirable
Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortune
1 + years of production in broadcast and film
Understanding of broadcast acquisition standards for file deliveries
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.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Day Centre Meet & Greet
What You’ll Do
As a Meet & Greet Volunteer, you’ll be a friendly first point of contact at our day centre, helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-supported environment for people living with dementia, their families, and visitors.
You will:
· Welcome clients, visitors, and family members as they arrive
· Help maintain a safe environment by being present and aware of who is entering and leaving the centre
· Gently support clients to remain within safe areas if needed
· Provide information, leaflets, or signposting to visitors
· Work alongside staff to ensure the day runs smoothly
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Friendly and confident communication
· Awareness, observation, and promoting a safe environment
· Patience, empathy, and understanding of dementia
· Teamwork and following guidance from staff
Time Commitment
4 hours between 9:30 am and 4:00 pm
(Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


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Join The Baked Bean Charity Board of Trustees!
Are you passionate about inclusion, equality, and creating lasting social impact?
The Baked Bean Charity is looking for dedicated and experienced individuals to join our Board of Trustees as we embark on a period of strategy development.
This is a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to help shape the future of a vibrant charity that supports more than 170 people with learning disabilities every week.
Why Join Us?
As a Trustee, you'll have the opportunity to:
We're Looking For People Who:
Skills and Experience We Need
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Previous experience as a charity trustee is welcomed but not essential.
Available Trustee Roles
We have two Trustee posts available
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will:
Time Commitment
About The Baked Bean Charity
The Baked Bean Charity is a vibrant and innovative organisation dedicated to promoting social inclusion for people with learning disabilities.
Our wide-ranging activities include:
Everything we do is centred around helping people achieve their goals, build confidence, develop friendships and live happy, fulfilled lives.
Based in Wandsworth, we support people from across South London and surrounding boroughs, creating opportunities, breaking down barriers and challenging preconceptions every day.
We Welcome Diverse Voices
The Baked Bean Charity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, especially those whose perspectives are currently underrepresented in charity governance.
Join us and help create a more inclusive future for people with learning disabilities!
Championing people with learning disabilities via creative education - pushing boundaries, empowering lives and creating a world where all can thrive.

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Location: Canada (Remote, with in-person responsibilities within the region)
Commitment: 5-7 hours per week, part-time (potential to expand with program demand)
Reports To: Operations Lead – Roots Academy Canada
About Roots Academy
At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 2,000 students across the UK, Canada & USA.
Position Summary:
The Event Lead will lead the strategy, design, and execution of all events, ensuring they align with the organization’s goals and deliver memorable experiences. This role oversees the end-to-end event planning process, including budgeting, logistics, vendor management, and team coordination. As the driving force behind the organization’s events, the Event Lead will ensure high standards of creativity, efficiency, and impact while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Event Planning:
Develop and implement a comprehensive event strategy that aligns with organizational goals and enhances brand visibility.
Identify event opportunities, including conferences, product launches, fundraisers, and internal engagements, to achieve strategic objectives.
Event Design & Execution:
Lead the planning and execution of all events, ensuring seamless logistics, creative concepts, and high-quality delivery.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure event themes, messaging, and objectives are aligned with organizational priorities.
Budget Management:
Manage event budgets, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.
Track expenses, negotiate vendor contracts, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, venues, and partners to ensure successful event execution.
Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance to meet quality standards and timelines.
Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and develop the event planning team to achieve excellence in execution.
Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
Event Marketing & Promotion:
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote events, including developing promotional materials, social media campaigns, and press outreach.
Ensure a strong event presence across digital and physical platforms to maximize attendance and engagement.
Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:
Measure event success through post-event reporting, feedback collection, and KPIs.
Use insights to refine event planning processes and improve future events.
Skills and Qualifications:
Innovative: Demonstrated ability to drive growth through innovative and data-driven marketing strategies
Community-Oriented: A deep understanding of the Muslim community in Ontario, especially in relation to university students and local mosques.
Relationship Building: Proven experience in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Project Management: Strong organisational skills with the ability to support program delivery efficiently.
Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences, from students to community leaders.
Commitment to Ihsaan (excellence): This role requires someone who strives to deliver their responsibilities with ihsaan.
Dedication to Service: A heart for khidma (service), and a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young Muslims through education.
What We Offer:
Be part of a team of 80+ dedicated volunteers from across the globe.
Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.
Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.
Receive in-house Tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen.
Please Note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers can claim expenses for food, travel, and equipment in line with the Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Help Shape the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Could you spare just one hour a month to help a young person build their future?
Volunteer Business Mentor: EPIC Entrepreneurs (Remote)
Location: Remote (UK)
Commitment: Minimum 1 hour per month
Contract Type: Volunteer
Salary: Unpaid voluntary role
DBS Check Required: Yes (for successful applicants)
EPIC Entrepreneurs is one of the UK's fastest-growing not-for-profit organisations supporting young entrepreneurs aged 16-25 from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds. Through mentoring, masterclasses, funding opportunities and business support, we help ambitious young people turn their ideas into sustainable businesses and careers.
We're looking for passionate volunteer mentors from a wide range of professional backgrounds who are willing to share their experience, guidance and encouragement with the next generation of founders.
Whether you're an experienced business owner, senior professional, specialist consultant, or industry expert, your knowledge could make a life-changing difference to a young entrepreneur.
About the Role
As an EPIC Mentor, you'll be matched with one or more young entrepreneurs and provide guidance, encouragement and practical advice as they develop their business ideas and entrepreneurial skills.
The role is flexible and designed to fit around your existing commitments, requiring a minimum commitment of just one hour per month.
Mentoring sessions are delivered remotely, allowing you to support entrepreneurs from anywhere in the UK.
We Are Looking For Mentors With Experience In:
Marketing & Digital Marketing
Finance & Accounting
Sales & Business Development
Legal & Compliance
Human Resources
Operations & Project Management
Technology & Software
E-commerce
Retail & Fashion
Food & Beverage
Health & Medical
Sport & Fitness
Creative Industries
Manufacturing
Social Enterprise
Start-ups & Entrepreneurship
We also welcome applications from professionals with specialist expertise in any industry or sector.
What You'll Do
Support and encourage a young entrepreneur on their journey
Share your professional knowledge, skills and experience
Help build confidence, resilience and business understanding
Act as a positive role model
Attend mentoring sessions remotely
Follow EPIC's mentoring framework and safeguarding procedures
What You'll Gain
While this is an unpaid volunteer role, there are many benefits to becoming an EPIC Mentor:
✔ Make a genuine difference to a young person's future
✔ Help shape the next generation of entrepreneurs
✔ Develop and strengthen your mentoring and leadership skills
✔ Enhance your CV and professional profile
✔ Join a growing network of like-minded business leaders and professionals
✔ Gain access to EPIC networking opportunities and events
✔ Opportunity to have your business, organisation or expertise featured across EPIC's social media and communications channels
✔ Be part of a community creating real social impact across the UK
Support Provided
You won't be expected to do this alone.
All mentors receive:
A structured mentoring framework
Onboarding and guidance
Ongoing support from the EPIC team
Clear expectations and resources
Regular opportunities to connect with other mentors
Recruitment Process
Submit an application
Attend an informal panel meeting with the EPIC team
Successful applicants will complete a DBS check
Mentor onboarding and matching process
Begin supporting an entrepreneur
Join Us
If you're passionate about helping young people realise their potential and want to contribute to a thriving entrepreneurial community, we'd love to hear from you.
One hour a month could help change a life.
Apply today and become part of the EPIC community.
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Volunteering Opportunity
Dementia Activity Coordinator
What You’ll Do
Bring joy and stimulation to people living with dementia by planning and running creative, engaging activities at our day care centre, that encourage connection, laughter and participation. You’ll us your skills and imagination to lead sessions centred around an activity area of your choice such as music, movement, theatre, storytelling, arts, cooking or gardening.
You will:
· Plan and deliver fun and inclusive activity sessions for day centre members living with dementia
· Adapt activities to suit individual needs and abilities
· Encourage participation and build confidence among members
· Work alongside staff to ensure sessions run safely and smoothly
Skills You’ll Use or Develop
· Creativity and the ability to engage people
· Good communication and interpersonal skills
· Patience, empathy, and understanding of dementia
· Organisation and planning skills
· Confidence leading small group activities
Time Commitment
Flexible- ideally a regular session each week between 10:30 am and 3:00 pm (Weekdays)
Location: The Mabel Churn Centre, 55b Sunny Road, Enfield, EN3 5EF
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Ready to Apply?
Our Volunteer Opportunities Pack and Volunteer Application Form are attached and available to download.
If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, simply complete the application form and email it to us. (Email address included in the application pack)
Once we've received your application, we'll arrange an informal telephone chat to discuss the volunteer role(s) you're interested in, answer any questions you may have, and help you find the opportunity that's the best fit for you.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join the Team and Help Us Build the Future of The Swadhinata Trust
The Swadhinata Trust is embarking on a journey of significant growth and transformation. Having recently refreshed our purpose, mission, and brand, we are now ready for our next big leap: transitioning from a grassroots volunteer organisation to a scalable charity with paid staff and expanded reach.
To reach our full potential, we need 'roll-up-your-sleeves' leaders who are eager to help us transform. This isn’t just about giving advice from the sidelines; it’s about being the engine of our transformation. Whether you are an expert in your field or looking to develop new skills, joining us as a collaborative partner offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible, lasting impact on our journey.
How Can You Help
We are looking for both professionals and enthusiasts eager to use their skills to help us transform. Whether you can offer 2 hours a week or 10, your expertise will be a vital part of reaching our big goals. You don’t need to be a veteran in your field; we value a 'roll-up-your-sleeves' attitude and a commitment to our mission just as much as a CV.
Fundraising and Partnerships Volunteer
The Goal: Help us build the relationships that fuel our work. You’ll be part of the team that finds the resources we need to grow.
We’d love help with:
Researching Opportunities: Finding new grants, trusts, or local businesses who might want to partner with us.
Drafting Bids: Helping us write compelling stories and applications for funding.
Relationship Building: Supporting our communications with current donors to keep them updated on our success.
What you bring:
A gift for storytelling and clear, persuasive writing.
A friendly, professional manner and a love for networking.
Persistence and a "hunter" mindset for finding new opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.