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Girls in Sport: Fundraising Trustee
Note this in an unpaid role
Role Specification
1. Introduction from the Board
Thank you for your interest in joining Girls in Sport as our new Fundraising Trustee. Established in 2017, we are a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) dedicated to improving the lives of young people.We are currently working in West Africa.
Sport for Social Impact
We believe that sport can be a powerful conduit for social change - from the grassroots.In sport we are challenging gender stereotypes. With a focus on locally led interventions in protected settings, our initiatives integrate physical activity and nutrition, that focuses on facilitating grassroots initiatives in driving forward attitudes to gender in communities, by sport empowerment, and fostering literacy outcomes for girls at risk, or affected by GBV, trauma, FGM, and child marriage. We work to empower girls in some of the world's hardest to reach settings.
As we move through 2026, we are looking for a strategic leader to help us diversify our funding and scale our impact in Sierra Leone and wider communities where we replicate our model.
2. About Girls in Sport
Our Mission:
We use the soft power of locally led sport programmes to promote sustainable development in advancing gender parity in communities facing poverty, conflict, and gender-related risks. Our Sponsor a Champion initiative uses sport and access to education to foster equal opportunities and support safeguarding awareness, literacy, and child protection.
Key Areas of Impact:
- Sport for Social Impact: Using sport to challenge attitudes to gender, and to empower young women to build self-reliance, resilience, and confidence to achieve the same aspirations as the boys.
- Education & Literacy: Closing the gap in literacy between boys and girls through targeted school sponsorship interventions.
- Social Welfare: Beneficiary and community sensitisation in safeguarding and protection, targeting the most at-risk beneficiaries, and signposting pathways to social welfare and trauma-support stakeholders in-Country.
- Location: Remote:Secretariat - Girls in Sport UK (GISUK)
3. Job Description: Fundraising Trustee
Role Purpose:
The Fundraising Trustee will advise the board and head of programmes in the provision of strategic oversight of our income generation, ensuring Girls in Sport has the resources needed to sustain its international programmes. You will oversee the development of a diverse funding mix, with a specific focus on high-value partnerships and institutional grants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Governance: Act as a member of the Board of Trustees, sharing legal and financial responsibility for the charity’s management.
- Fundraising Strategy: Provide advice and support on strategy, focusing on Trusts & Foundations, Major Donors, and Corporate Partnerships.
- Income Generation: Champion fundraising at Board level and encourage supporters to contribute to income-generation efforts.
- Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to fundraising regulations and best practices, including the Code of Fundraising Practice.
- Ambassadorship: Act as a spokesperson for the charity, promoting its work and helping to raise its profile within philanthropic networks.
4. Person Specification
Essential:
- Commitment to the charity’s mission and values regarding gender equality, sustainable development, and youth empowerment.
- Robust knowledge and experience of fundraising (e.g., trusts, corporates, or major donors).
- Strategic thinker, able to balance long-term planning with practical advice.
- Understanding of the legal duties and responsibilities of charity trusteeship.
- Experience of fundraising in an international development or small charity context.
- Existing networks that could support the charity’s fundraising efforts.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with Sierra Leone, West Africa or regional sub-Sahara socio-economic contexts and cross-border programming challenges in navigating funding and grant-making agencies
- Existing networks that could support the charity’s fundraising efforts.
5. Commitment & Timeline
- Time Commitment: Approximately two hours per month.
- Meetings: We currently hold bi-annual Board meetings (online/in-person mix) plus occasional sub-group meetings.
- Term: two years, renewable three times.
6. How to Apply
To apply, please submit a CV including relevant expertise, and an expression of interest and commitment to the mission.
Girls in Sport (Charity No. 1175997). Registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation in England and Wales.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We work to drive social change through the power of sport in some of the worlds hardest to reach settings
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Director of Grants and Foundations (Volunteer, Unpaid)
Remote (United States; Canada; United Kingdom)
Part-time
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The Role: Director of Grants and Foundations (Volunteer)
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Location: Remote
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Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro bono role)
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Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10-15 hours a week; minimum 3 months
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:
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Consistent weekly availability
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Timely communication and responsiveness
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Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through
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Participation in team meetings and workflows
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Alignment with organizational values and processes
About Solution Community:
Solution Community is an international non-profit organization, pioneering an innovative social platform dedicated to enabling actionable change. With volunteers from over 70 countries, we are a testament to the power of global collaboration. Our team members bring experiences from some of the world’s most successful companies, including Apple, Toyota, Google, Netflix, Walmart, Meta, and many others, creating a rich tapestry of knowledge and passion.
Our Mission:
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world’s social problems. We are the bridge that connects non-profits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers, empowering them to create meaningful change for current and future generations.
Our Vision:
Imagine a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive - a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are bringing that vision to life, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.
What Will You Do?
As Lead Grants and Foundations, you will:
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Fundraising strategy: Design and implement a comprehensive strategy for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding foundation, corporate, and government grant prospects.
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Grant writing and management: Oversee the entire grants lifecycle, from researching funding opportunities and writing compelling proposals to managing awards, ensuring compliance, and submitting reports.
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Team leadership: Lead and mentor a team of grants professionals, such as grants managers and coordinators, to meet or exceed annual funding goals.
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Relationship management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with foundation program officers and other institutional funders. Serve as the primary point of contact for major funders.
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Cross-departmental collaboration: Work closely with finance, programs, and leadership to develop grant budgets, gather data for proposals, and ensure funded projects are implemented successfully.
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Compliance and reporting: Ensure the organization adheres to all grant requirements, including financial and programmatic reporting, and prepares for audits.
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Financial oversight: Manage the grant budget and expenditure tracking, and provide financial reports to both funders and internal leadership
Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a passionate individual with:
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Experience: A proven track record in grant writing, fundraising, or foundation relations, ideally within non-profit or social impact sectors; at least 3-5 years of experience.
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Skills: Exceptional writing, storytelling, and project management abilities. Attention to detail is a must!
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Passion: A deep commitment to Solution Community’s mission of fostering global collaboration and compassion.
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Collaboration: The ability to work effectively within a diverse, multicultural team.
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Autonomy: Proactive and self-motivated, capable of managing tasks independently in a remote setting.
What We Offer
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Global collaboration with leaders and strategists from top global companies
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Meaningful impact on global causes and communities
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A vibrant, multicultural team spanning 70+ countries
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A supportive environment rooted in compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration
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Flexible work life with full autonomy
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
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A formal recommendation upon successful completion of your volunteer term.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world's social problems.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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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!
About this Role: Volunteer Financial Specialist
Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time (Volunteer, Pro Bono)
Hours: 10–15 hours per week
Duration: Minimum 3- 6 months
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:
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Consistent weekly availability
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Timely communication and responsiveness
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Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through
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Participation in team meetings and workflows
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Alignment with organizational values and processes
About Solution Community
Solution Community is an international 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization building a global platform that connects nonprofits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers to drive actionable social change. With volunteers from 70+ countries and contributors from world-leading companies, we are a collaborative ecosystem committed to compassion, innovation, and impact.
Our Mission:
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world’s social problems. We are the bridge that connects non-profits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers, empowering them to create meaningful change for current and future generations.
Our Vision:
Imagine a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive — a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are turning that vision into reality, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.
Role Summary
The Financial Specialist supports Solution Community's financial infrastructure by maintaining accurate records, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance across financial processes. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented finance professional who thrives in structured systems, values transparency, and wants to contribute to a mission-driven global organization.
You will report to and work closely with the CFO, Finance Team, and Operations to ensure financial accuracy, audit readiness, and efficient workflows that support organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Recordkeeping
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Maintain accurate financial records, including A/P, A/R, reimbursements, and expense tracking.
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Support monthly reconciliations across accounts, digital tools, and financial platforms.
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Organize and maintain digital financial documentation for audit readiness.
Budgeting & Reporting Support
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Assist with preparing budget drafts, forecasts, and spending summaries.
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Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial reports for leadership and stakeholders.
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Track program and departmental spending to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
Compliance & Internal Controls
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Support adherence to nonprofit financial regulations, internal policies, and documentation standards.
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Assist with grant reporting requirements and donor financial documentation.
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Help maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and financial governance practices.
Process Improvement & Systems Support
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Contribute to the development and refinement of financial procedures, templates, and tools.
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Support the implementation of financial systems that improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial processes integrate smoothly with operations.
Qualifications
Required
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1-2 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial operations.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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Ability to work with financial tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or similar platforms).
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Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a remote, digital environment.
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Integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with Solution Community’s mission and values.
Preferred
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Experience with nonprofit financial compliance (e.g., 501(c)(3) reporting, grant tracking).
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Familiarity with digital finance tools (e.g., Dext, Plooto, ApprovalMax, Expensify).
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Experience supporting audits, reconciliations, or financial clean-up projects.
What You Gain
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Experience contributing to a global nonprofit with volunteers from 70+ countries.
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Opportunities to collaborate with professionals from leading global companies.
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Skill development in nonprofit finance, compliance, and digital financial systems.
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A supportive, mission-driven environment that values autonomy, clarity, and impact.
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A formal recommendation upon successful completion of the volunteer term.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world's social problems.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.