Independent gender violence advocate volunteer roles
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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!
We are looking for women who hold intersectional feminist values and principles and who are passionate about the mission and values of SARA. We are particularly looking for Trustees who have relevant qualifications and/or experience in the following areas:
- Human resources and personnel management, including a knowledge of employment legislation.
- Financial management, planning and budgeting.
- Secretarial, supporting with minuting, scheduling board meetings and coordinating action plans.
SARA's values are:
- Compassion: Compassion means actively caring, not just surface kindness. We show up without judgment, meeting every survivor where they are, without assumptions or shame.
- Community: We do more than support people; we stand with them. We see people as more than “service users”, giving voice to the voiceless.
- Growth: Recovery is gentle, growth happens in small steps. We support everyone to find their strength and voice in a way that works for them.
- Integrity: We’re trustworthy. We do what we say we'll do. Confidentiality is sacred.
- Hopefulness: Healing is possible, but it's not always easy. We'll hold you up while you find a new version of yourself.
We started as a feminist collective in 2010 growing into Trafford Rape Crisis and then becoming TRC Sexual Abuse & Rape Support Greater Manchester, supporting women all over Greater Manchester.
SARA (launched 2026) evolved from that vision, thanks to all the women and supporters who came before us. Our founders understood that sexual violence doesn’t happen in isolation. It intersects with race, disability, poverty, sexuality and gender identity. So, our support must reflect this reality.
We exist to support survivors of sexual violence through trauma-informed care, advocacy, and community connection.
We’re a feminist organisation providing counselling, helpline support, Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA), community support and digital resources for women affected by gender-based violence. We believe in putting people at the centre of our care, meeting them where they are.
While we dream of systemic change, our primary focus is providing the specialist support survivors need right now – from early support to long-term healing, from practical advocacy to building supportive communities.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Supporting survivors of sexual violence. Formerly TRC / Trafford Rape Crisis
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the role
UK Feminista is looking for people committed to feminism and women’s equality to join our volunteer Board of Directors.
Founded in 2010, UK Feminista is a charitable organisation working for a society free from sexism and violence against women and girls. We campaign for systemic change so that women can enjoy their rights as enshrined in the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. We exist to tackle the root causes of sex inequality. Our core programmes are combating commercial sexual exploitation; and tackling sexism and sexual harassment in education. Please read more about our programmes of work on our website.
The role of the Board of Directors is to:
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Take legal and financial responsibility in order to safeguard the assets and the continuity of UK Feminista.
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Be satisfied that financial information is accurate and that financial management systems and controls are robust and defensible.
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Ensure that UK Feminista complies with its Articles of Association, company law and other relevant legislation and regulations.
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Ensure that the policies and practices of UK Feminista meets the organisation’s needs, are in keeping with its charitable objects and strive to achieve best practise.
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Further the charitable objects of UK Feminista.
In carrying out the collective responsibilities of the Board, the role of the individual Director is to:
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Follow UK Feminista’s Code of Conduct at all times.
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Declare conflicts of interest and exercise confidentiality and independent judgement at all times.
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Contribute relevant knowledge and expertise to the organisation’s activities at the request of the Director.
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Be a proactive advocate for UK Feminista.
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Act as an ambassador to UK Feminista, including building the profile of the organisation; seeking relevant fundraising connections and support; and representing the organisation at meetings and acting as spokesperson when requested by the Director.
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Contribute to the development of the organisational strategy through providing support, constructive challenge and ideas, in collaboration with the Director.
About you
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not require previous board experience. We particularly encourage applications from Black and ethnically minoritised, disabled and neurodivergent individuals.
Person specification:
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Strong commitment to the aims of UK Feminista.
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Strong understanding of sex inequality and commercial sexual exploitation.
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An ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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An ability and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to complete Board Member duties.
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An ability to think strategically and exercise good judgement.
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An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of being a Board Member.
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An understanding of and commitment to upholding the Board’s governance role as distinct from the operational role of staff.
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Knowledge, skills and experience in a field or practice of relevance to UK Feminista’s activities.
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A commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
We are seeking particular expertise in these areas:
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Data protection
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Finance and fundraising – in particular, fundraising areas outside of grants, and strategic partnership development
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Digital, marketing and public relations
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Experience completing organisational transition to CIO
Level of commitment
UK Feminista is a small organisation, so this is a hands-on Board Member role. As well as four 90-minute online board meetings a year and attending an annual in-person Away Day in London, Board Members attend additional adhoc meetings, events and provide organisational support as needed.
UK Feminista is a non-profit company limited by guarantee. No one on the Board of Directors is personally liable.
Non Charity Employer
1 - 5
Working for a society free from sexism and violence against women and girls
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
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!
Would you like to help East Ayrshire Women’s Aid improve the lives of women, children and young people who experience domestic abuse in East Ayrshire? Do you have a willingness to learn, share your skills and work as part of a team? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you might be interested in becoming a Director of East Ayrshire Women’s Aid.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team delivering vital support to vulnerable women, children and young people in East Ayrshire. You do not need to know everything there is to know about domestic abuse, but they do need to know that you are reliable and committed to our principles and values.
The position is voluntary, but East Ayrshire Women’s Aid will provide you with training and support and pay your expenses. The Board meets at least six times a year, usually on Saturday mornings.
Applications are welcomed from women from all sections of the community.
This post is subject to PVG Disclosure. Women only need apply. The post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010).
