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Trustee

Global Charities

Holborn, Greater London (Hybrid)

WC2H, London

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Disability ∙ Elderly ∙ Housing and Homelessness ∙ Mental Health ∙ Youth and Children

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Global Charities Trustee Role Vacancy

Grant-making and Impact measurements specialism

Role Description

INTRODUCTION

Global Charities (operating name Global’s Make Some Noise) is the official charity of Global, the UK and Europe’s largest Radio and Outdoor company. The Charity brings Global staff and the Global’s amazing brands together to create incredible change for communities right across the UK.

Since 2014, Make Some Noise (MSN) has raised more than £43 million, changed more than 248,000 lives and additionally reached more than 603,000 people through over 755 projects across the UK.

We are seeking an experienced, values-driven and analytically strong individual to join our Board of Trustees, with a particular focus on grant-making, impact measurement and an understanding of diverse and marginalised communities.

You will bring rigorous judgement and constructive challenge to Board discussions, helping to ensure our grant-making decisions are robust and evidence-led, and that the charity maximises its impact for beneficiaries across the UK. This is an exceptional opportunity to use your expertise in support of communities facing some of life's toughest challenges.

GLOBAL’S MAKE SOME NOISE

Global’s Make Some Noise utilises the power and reach of Global’s platforms, talent, and client base to raise vital funds and awareness for the charities we support. We also work closely with Global staff 'Globallers’, to tap into their skills and experience, which allows us to build meaningful training and development opportunities for our small charities and maximise the partnership, events and on-air fundraising opportunities.

We align with Global’s proposition of “national brands delivered locally”, so that we are relevant to audiences in terms of both raising money and supporting local projects. We also align with Global’s culture of Making Everyone’s Day Brighter and work closely across the business to maximise the opportunities under this shared vision.

The Charity works closely with individual radio brands to develop fundraising strategies relevant to their audiences and commercial clients. We continue to focus on growing brand awareness of Global’s Make Some Noise and to innovate our various fundraising streams in order to support small charities that are in need of financial help and align with the Charity’s strategy.

Global’s Make Some Noise actively supports around 100 charities a year, in communities across the UK. These charities are small (under £1million in revenue) but high in impact, and provide critical help for some of the most vulnerable in our society.

We run 3 programmes to build sustainability in small charities:

· An awareness programme to generate much needed publicity and support

· A grants programme to fund vital services and equipment

· A learning and development programme to help upskill charities

Our mission is to ensure that nobody in the UK is left facing life’s toughest challenges alone. We deliver that mission through four key pillars :

· Providing shelter and safety; A safe home is essential, yet millions of people don’t live in one. We work with small charities that exist to support those who have no option but to live on the streets, in temporary accommodation or in unsafe or overcrowded houses.

· Supporting physical and mental health; We fund crucial services to ensure people can access the support they need to feel well. This includes funding hospice and care services, mental health helplines, respite support for people with disabilities and their families, and food banks for those living in poverty.

· Improving life skills; We’re supporting programmes that are dedicated to improving people’s life skills and future opportunities. This includes helping people get the education they need, upskilling them for the future, providing access to wellbeing support, and supporting them into employment.

· Preventing isolation; We recognise how vital it is for people to be connected so we fund crucial projects that prevent isolation. These include community projects that bring people together to build a sense of belonging, as well providing access to devices that support connections and digital skills training.

Our 2025 fundraising appeal for Global’s Make Some Noise raised a record-breaking £4.8million for communities across the UK. You can find out more about our impact here: https://cdn.sanity.io/files/lvz0au6x/production/e2f407d31e35d28769be5008efd248bbdb68f44c.pdf

THE TRUSTEE BOARD

The Trustee Board comprises of a mix of internal (Global employees) and external Trustees, with specialist knowledge aiming to cover different areas across charity governance, finance, grant making, partnerships, content production, staff engagement, fundraising and marketing. The full Board meet five times a year, with four quarterly Board meetings and one Strategy half day. Members of the Finance Committee meet four times a year, ahead of the main Board meeting. Additionally, there is a Nominations Committee, who meet as required to discuss Trustee/Senior Team appointments. Board members are encouraged to attend meetings in person at Global’s offices in Leicester Square or Holborn.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Trustees play an essential role in the governance of the Charity and its future development. The Trustees, while retaining total responsibility for the conduct of Global Charities’ affairs, delegate functions to the executive staff and the Grants Panel. The following matters are key Trustee responsibilities:

· Appointment of Trustees and of the Chair

· Appointment of Grants Panel and the Chair, and approval of Terms of Reference

· Appointment of Finance Committee and the Chair, and approval of Terms of Reference

· Approval of the Terms of Reference of any other Panels or Committees

· Agreement of strategy, and approval of strategic plans

· Approval of the Annual Budget and of all expenditure over £200,000

· Approval of the Annual Report and Accounts

· Appointment of the Auditors

Role Description

· To contribute actively to the Board of Trustees’ role in giving strategic direction to the charity, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.

· To make sure that Global Charities complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

· To make sure the charity uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects and that the charity does not spend money on activities that are not included in its own objects.

· To scrutinise Board papers, attend quarterly Board meetings and contribute to discussions and decision-making processes.

· To provide guidance on new initiatives and issues in which the Trustee has special expertise.

· To make sure risk management and control systems are in place, with clear delegated responsibilities to staff for managing and mitigating risk, and to monitor these on an ongoing basis.

· To approve annual charity budgets including approval of Senior Management pay rises and monitor financial performance against these budgets.

· To ensure that Global Charities has policies and practice that mean it is able to recruit, retain and develop high quality people.

· To act as an Ambassador for the charity and establish networks in support of the charity’s strategy and reputation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The Board is looking for an experienced candidate who brings experience across grant-making, impact measurement and understanding of diverse and marginalised communities. A candidate who also has experience in fundraising, particularly how to technical applications from large funders, Trusts or Foundations, would be beneficial but is not an essential element of this role.

Essential Experience and Knowledge

We are particularly looking for candidates with significant experience in one or more of the following:

· Overseeing or managing a grants portfolio, including assessment, due diligence and decision-making

· Developing, delivering or overseeing impact measurement, outcomes frameworks or programme evaluation

· Working at a senior level with or for diverse and marginalised communities

· Operating at a senior level in the charity, foundation or social impact sector.

· Significant charity governance experience and a strong understanding of Trustee responsibilities

Essential Personal Qualities

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

· Strong independent judgement and analytical thinking

· Confidence to offer constructive challenge and to speak up thoughtfully in Board discussions

· The ability to weigh evidence and consider multiple perspectives before reaching a view

· A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

· Collaborative approach and respect for collective Trustee decision-making

· A passion for the aims of Global Charities and an ambition to make the biggest difference possible to the lives of beneficiaries

Desirable Experience

It would be advantageous if the successful candidate also brings one or more of the following:

· Formal safeguarding training and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice

· Understanding of fundraising regulation and fundraising governance

· Experience of charity finance oversight or scrutiny of charity accounts

· Relevant lived experience connected to the communities and cause areas the charity supports (providing shelter and safety; supporting physical and mental health; improving life skills; preventing isolation)

· Experience on committees, panels or boards

· Useful networks within the charity, grant-making or social impact sectors. Grant funding applications through Trusts and Foundations.

· Knowledge of and interest in the voluntary sector more broadly

Indicative Candidate Backgrounds

Candidates might include, but are not limited to:

· A senior leader in a grant-making trust or foundation

· A Director of Programmes, Impact, Grants or Evaluation

· A charity CEO, COO or senior executive with strong programme and impact experience

· An individual with relevant lived experience and strong governance capability

FURTHER INFORMATION:

The Charity has a fundraising subsidiary, Global Charities (Trading) Ltd, whose principal activity is to contribute to the fundraising for Global Charities.

The ultimate control of the Charity is vested in its member, Global Radio Ltd. The member delegates the running of the Charity and the safeguarding of its assets to the Trustees. The assigned Executive for the member is the CEO, Global, who is represented by the Director, Global Goodness.

Trustees do not receive remuneration, as their role is entirely voluntary. They can claim travel expenses to Board meetings and any essential meetings as agreed with the Chair.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please provide a CV and covering statement which outlines;

· Why you would like to be a Trustee for Global's Make Some Noise

· How your experience in grant-making, impact measurement and/or working with marginalised communities would strengthen the Board

· Your relevant career background and how your skills align with this Role Description

· Any relevant lived experience you would bring to the role

CLOSING DATE

Shortlisted candidates will have interviews with Nominations Committee members in June/July 2026. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

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Global Charities View profile

Registered Charity

11 - 20

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Posted on: 03 June 2026

Closing date: 19 June 2026 at 18:00

Tags: Grants

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Volunteer Fundraiser and Event Coordinator

CFDN

Greater London (Hybrid)

Redbridge, Greater London

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Disability

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About us

The CFDN is a registered charity and voluntary organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families of all faiths and none across Essex & East London. Our mission is simple but important: to serve people with disabilities and their families by creating a supportive community and promoting opportunity through our network and events.

Our charity is run by volunteers and led by our trustees and CEO, who are dedicated to keeping our community strong and vibrant. From swimming events at Leyton Lagoon to family disco's, bi-weekly pub group for adults, Saturday club for adults, theatre trips, family BBQs, seaside coach trips, adventure days at Lambourne End Centre for Outdoor Learning and much more, we offer a diverse range of events to suit everyone's interests.

Introduction

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team of Volunteer Community Fundraisers and Event Coordinators. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families and contribute to the betterment of your community. This is a rewarding and fulfilling role that allows you to share your skills, experiences, creativity, have fun and give back.

Please note this is not a paid role but the volunteer will be able to claim reasonable expenses in line with policy. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of 4 hours a month.

Location: Across East London and Essex, including Redbridge, Waltham Forest and Havering

Our Charity

The CFDN charity has been in existence since 1962 servicing people with disabilities and their families of all faiths and none across Essex and East London. We rely on our dedicated volunteers to help us support our community and enable people with disabilities with the social, emotional, spiritual and material support they may need.

Many of our volunteers have been with us for 20+ years, and we are looking to extend our dynamic and diverse workforce of volunteers and staff.

Responsibilities

- Help plan, organise and run fundraising initiatives and events

- Market and promote our events and activities across your area

- Assist with project management, including planning, organising, and executing community fundraising projects and events at a local level

- Participate in fundraising efforts face-to-face, online or remotely to support community programs

- Keep up to date with compliance, statutory and mandatory training provided by the charity. Opportunities to learn and develop.

- Promote a fun, welcoming and inclusive environment for our members.

- Work with other fundraisers and give feedback to the CEO and Trustees on fundraising activities and achievements

- Perform administrative tasks such as record keeping, event details, incident reporting and data entry

- Help execute the charity strategic plan and achieve our financial targets to continue our services for many years to come.

Experience

- You must have a genuine desire to help others.

- An understanding of the needs of people with disabilities or SEN or experience in supporting a family member/friend with SEND is desirable.

- Knowledge of event organising or the ability to learn

- Experience in fundraising events and activities or the desire to learn

- Good communication skills

- Ability to use a computer and access our central volunteer hub online

- Organisational skills for administrative abilities

This role is working with vulnerable adults and children; therefore, a satisfactory recruitment process and Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the adult and child barring lists, are required for the role.

As a Community Fundraising Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in project management, leadership, and community engagement with the ability to progress skillsets and job opportunities.

Join our team today and be part of a positive community.

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Role Description - Volunteer Events & Fundraising Coordinator (Mar 2026) V2

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Refreshed on: 16 May 2026

Closing date: 30 June 2026 at 20:19

Tags: Fundraising, Project Management, Autism, Deaf, Learning Disability, Community Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising, Events / Activities, Individual Giving, Digital Fundraising

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Board Member

Graeae Theatre Company

London, Greater London (Hybrid)

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Arts, Culture and Heritage ∙ Disability ∙ Diversity and Inclusion ∙ Youth and Children

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We're looking for new Board Members who are interested in making a real difference to the future of Graeae.

A pivotal member who is recruited for their specialist skills or knowledge and because they are representative of those with a stake or interest in Graeae’s work. In law, Trustees of Graeae have three particular duties – compliance, care and prudence – which are set out in the recruitment pack.

We are interested in hearing from Deaf, Disabled and neurodivergent individuals and looking to recruit 3-4 people with experience in one or more of the following:

Financial management
Law
Producing (commercial and subsidised sectors)
Business planning and management
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Delivering digital projects
Fundraising
HR

Being a Graeae Board Member can be stimulating, challenging and rewarding. It offers the chance to work with a dedicated, committed, resourceful and professional group of people (staff team, Board and advisers) in an innovative and challenging environment.

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Graeae Theatre Company View profile

Registered Charity

11 - 20

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Refreshed on: 21 May 2026

Closing date: 12 June 2026 at 09:00

Tags: Finance, Fundraising, Human Resources, Legal / Law, Business Development, Digital

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Charity Trustee

South West Advocacy Network

Taunton, Somerset (Hybrid)

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Disability ∙ Diversity and Inclusion ∙ Elderly ∙ Human Rights

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South West Advocacy Network (SWAN) want to strengthen their Board of Trustees with up to 4 new Trustee appointments. These are voluntary positions and provide opportunity to help SWAN to develop its strategic direction and sustain innovative services to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

SWAN began life in Wiltshire and over the past 25 years has expanded into Somerset, Bristol, Dorset, Isle of Wight, West Berkshire, Portsmouth, East Sussex and Worcestershire. We deliver high quality, independent advocacy services supporting a diverse range of vulnerable people. We have developed a model of advocacy which ensures everyone, including the most marginalised, have the same rights and opportunities as their fellow citizens. Our services are free at the point of delivery, confidential and non-judgemental.

We work with people from all walks of life and have supported thousands of the most disadvantaged people to have their voice heard and their choices respected by those that are making decisions about their future.

We are looking for dynamic and empathetic people to become Trustees within our organisation, people who have the passion and drive to support SWAN and help us to ensure that the voices around our Board table reflect and understand the communities we work in. We would encourage people from all sections of our communities to apply , but particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled, and LGBTQ+ applicants because these groups are currently under-represented on our Board. We are happy to accept applications from people without prior Board experience but who can evidence their commitment to our purpose, values and ambitions and show a willingness to learn in the role.

The organisation is led and managed by the Chief Executive and the Executive Team who oversee the delivery of our services and the infrastructure that underpins them, and we believe that this, coupled with sound governance, will help us to achieve our vision and maximise our reach and impact.

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate some of the following:
• Experiences that will bring different perspectives to our organisation i.e. being a member of, or working in, diverse or minority communities.
• Having direct experience of using advocacy or support services
• An understanding of, or interest in, the lives of vulnerable adults including those who have been victims of hate crime
• An understanding of, or interest in, the wider voluntary sector
• A commitment and willingness to improving the lives of vulnerable people
• Integrity, strategic vision and relationship building skills
• Governance, finance, and/or entrepreneurial experience
• Good communication skills and knowing how to work as part of a team
• For the treasurer role some experience of managing and understanding budgets and financial reports would also be required.

Time commitment averages 1 day a month, meeting locations are flexible and either face to face or virtual. Trustee expenses, including travel are paid.

Please note that for legal and safeguarding purposes, all our roles require a current DBS check and a registered Director Verification Digital ID Code.

If you believe you would add value to our Board we would love to hear from you. Application and further details will be sent to candidates.

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South West Advocacy Network View profile

Registered Charity

101 - 500

South West Advocacy Network supports and empowers people to have a voice, by ensuring access to quality, independent advocacy.

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Refreshed on: 04 June 2026

Closing date: 03 August 2026 at 23:30

Tags: Advocacy, Business Development, Operations, Compliance / Quality, Community Fundraising, Governance / Management

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Trustee

Brightview Farm

Dunmow, Essex (Hybrid)

Unpaid role, expenses not paid

Voluntary

Disability ∙ Education ∙ Youth and Children

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Brightview Farm – Trustee Opportunity

Help shape a charity that actually changes lives, not just policies.

Brightview Farm isn’t a typical education charity. It’s a place where young people with Special Educational Needs find safety, purpose and a way back into themselves through animals, land, meaningful work, and steady adult relationships.

We’re growing — in impact, ambition and responsibility — and we’re looking for new Trustees who want to use their expertise where it genuinely matters.

Why Join Us?

As a Trustee, you’ll play a key role in guiding a charity that blends education, care and nature-based practice to help young people build confidence, skills and independence. You’ll be joining a Board that believes in doing things properly: thoughtful governance, trauma-informed practice, and a deeply human approach to learning.

You’ll help us:

Set a clear, values-driven strategic direction
Support a passionate CEO and a team working at the sharp end of SEN provision
Strengthen and expand our high-quality Alternative Provision offer
Ensure the environment remains safe, nurturing, and genuinely transformative
Bring your insight, curiosity, judgement and lived experience into conversations that shape the future of the farm and the young people we serve

Who We’d Love to Have Around the Table

You don’t need to be an expert in everything — nobody is. But experience in any of the following would be a real asset:

SEN, education, youth work or social care
Mental health, behaviour support, occupational therapy
Horticulture, farming, land management or animal care
Safeguarding, charity governance, fundraising, finance or communications

What Matters Most

A grounded commitment to inclusion and person-centred practice
An understanding — or willingness to learn — about the realities faced by young people with SEN and their families
Integrity, humility, and good judgement
The ability to both challenge and support in equal measure
A belief that diverse voices make better decisions

If you want your time and expertise to directly support young people who deserve better than the system often gives them, we’d love to talk. We are ideally looking for someone in Essex/Herts who would be able to visit our site and meet other trustees/staff face to face on occasion

Get in touch for an informal conversation. We are currently based near Great Dunmow Essex.

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Brightview Farm View profile

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Refreshed on: 24 May 2026

Closing date: 23 July 2026 at 18:00

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Tags: Education, Learning Disability, Youth / Children

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Trustee

Where Next

Redditch, Worcestershire (Hybrid)

Unpaid role, expenses paid

Voluntary

Community Development ∙ Disability ∙ Diversity and Inclusion ∙ Social Welfare

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Looking to Make a Difference? Join Where Next as a Board Trustee!

Are you a passionate professional who wants to make an impact beyond the workplace?

About Where Next
Where Next is a charity based in Redditch, Worcestershire and Studley, Warwickshire providing support to adults with learning disabilities. Founded over 40 years ago by caring parents it has grown from strengthen to strengthen and now provides day care for 150 clients. The care and support is centred around horticultural and social activities but it also covers many other activities for the clients ensuring that is a varied and engaging programme of activities, nurturing the potential of everyone who attends Where Next

The charity is led by a Chief Executive and a passionate and experienced Board consisting of an excellent Senior Management team and Trustees. There are 20 staff in total

The charity has just commenced a developmental journey which will be looking at redesigning the facilities and services ensuring that the charity continues to be relevant going forward.

Our webpage provides mor information and insight to the work of the charity

What we are looking for.

The Board are looking to strengthen existing skills and knowledge that currently exists and would like to appointment Trustees with any of the following skills and experiences.

Ø Parent/ carer of an individual with Learning and Disabilities - living or professional experience – bringing day to day experiences to ensure that the Charities strategy is appropriate from a user’s perspective

Ø Health and safety contract management – providing expertise in all aspects of safety aspect

Ø Fund raising and PR/marketing including social media - Bringing innovative ideas to expand our reach and connect more people with our cause.

Ø Project management – sharing skills to aid strategy of charities developments

Ø Business planning and/or Business Case development -providing skills for the creation of business cases

Ø Horticultural management – Bringing leadership to support the activities of the charity

Ø Education /Training/ skills and personal development - offering insights to help improve and develop our Board and workforce

Why Become a Trustee While Working Full-Time?

Enhance Your Professional Skills: Gain leadership, governance, and strategic experience that complements your career development.
Broaden Your Network: Collaborate with like-minded professionals, build relationships across sectors, and expand your influence.
Flexible Commitment: We understand your time is valuable. Our trustee roles are designed to fit alongside your job, with regular meetings and flexible involvement options.
Make a Real Difference: Your expertise can shape the future of a charity that empowers individuals with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.

What’s Involved?

Board Meetings: Attend approximately 4 meetings per year (held in person and/or virtually).
Strategic Guidance: Work with fellow trustees to set the long-term vision and strategy of "Where Next" and oversee its implementation.
Support & Advice: Provide expertise in your specific area while supporting the leadership team on key decisions and projects.
Advocacy: Use your professional network to champion our cause and help us grow.

The application process

Applications are welcomed and applicants should send CVs and a supporting statement detailing what has attracted the applicants to Where Next to the Chief Executive.

The shortlisted applicants will be invited for initial discussion with the chairman and CEO.

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Where Next View profile

Registered Charity

21 - 50

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Refreshed on: 28 May 2026

Closing date: 27 July 2026 at 15:18

Job ref: Trustee_2026

Tags: Fundraising, Social Care / Development, Training / Learning, Marketing, Project Management, Education, Garden, Health and Safety, Learning Disability, Safeguarding, Strategy, Major Donor

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Mental Fight Club Volunteer

Mental Fight Club

City of London, Greater London (Hybrid)

Southwark, Greater London

Unpaid role, expenses not paid

Voluntary

Arts, Culture and Heritage ∙ Community Development ∙ Disability

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About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed volunteers to join our team as a Charity Support Officers. This is a flexible position where you can tailor your contribution by choosing the area that best suits your skills and interests:

Events Support – Help plan, coordinate, and deliver charity events, including fundraising initiatives and community engagement activities.
Policy Review – Support the review, updating, and development of internal policies to ensure compliance and best practice in governance.
Performance Management – Contribute to monitoring and evaluating our projects, analysing outcomes, and identifying areas for improvement.
Social Media Strategy – Assist in shaping and delivering our online presence, developing engaging content, and growing digital reach.

Key Responsibilities
Depending on your chosen specialism, you may:

Assist in planning and delivering successful events.
Review and update organisational policies in line with legal and sector standards.
Collect and analyse data to support impact reporting and performance improvement.
Develop social media content calendars and strategies to engage supporters online.

Person Specification
We are looking for volunteers who:

Have strong organisational and communication skills.
Can work independently as well as part of a team.
Demonstrate attention to detail and reliability.
Bring enthusiasm and an interest in the charity sector.
Have relevant skills or a willingness to learn in their chosen specialism (e.g., events planning, policy research, data analysis, or digital communications).

What You’ll Gain