Internal communication volunteer roles

VOLUNTEER GRAPHIC DESIGNER WANTED — Help Us Build the SUNSHINE Charity Brand!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Create the Look & Feel of Our Charity

Lockdown reminded us how much we all need connection, joy and community.

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment — from the belief that everyone deserves a little more brightness in their lives.

We’re getting ready to launch in 2026, and now we need a creative, imaginative Graphic Designer to help us bring our brand to life.

If you love design, colour, storytelling and creating visuals that make people feel something — this is your chance to shine.

Volunteer Graphic Designer (Branding, Digital & Print)

We’re looking for a talented volunteer who can help us build a warm, joyful and uplifting brand identity that reflects our mission to reduce loneliness and bring people together.

You’ll play a key role in shaping how SUNSHINE Charity looks, feels and connects with the world.

What You’ll Be Creating

• Eye‑catching social media graphics

• Bright, uplifting banners and headers

• Beautiful digital and print materials for campaigns and events

• Visual assets that help tell our story and spread our message

• A consistent, joyful brand identity that feels like sunshine

You don’t need to be a senior designer — just someone with creativity, design skills and a passion for making things look amazing.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Loves graphic design and visual storytelling

• Enjoys creating content that feels warm, positive and human

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Can create simple, clear, uplifting designs for digital and print

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The chance to shape the visual identity of a brand‑new charity

• Real‑world design experience for your portfolio

• A friendly, creative team who love spreading joy

• The satisfaction of knowing your work helps people feel connected and valued

• The excitement of seeing your designs out in the world

If you’re ready to help us build a brand that brings sunshine into people’s lives, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

VOLUNTEER MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA CREATORS WANTED — Help Us Spread the SUNSHINE!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Shape Our Voice, Story & Brand

Lockdown taught us something powerful: Connection matters. Community matters. People matter.

SUNSHINE Charity was born from that moment — from the belief that everyone deserves joy, belonging and human warmth in their lives.

We’re getting ready to launch in 2026, and now we need a team of creative, energetic volunteers to help us tell our story to the world.

If you love words, visuals, ideas, or simply making people smile, this is your moment to shine.

Join Our Marketing, Communications & Social Media Working Group

This group will shape the voice of SUNSHINE Charity — the messages, stories, visuals and campaigns that help people understand who we are and why we exist.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and help us build a brand that feels warm, joyful and full of heart.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Creating uplifting social media content that spreads joy and connection

• Helping shape our brand identity and tone of voice

• Writing friendly, engaging communications for our community

• Supporting the development of our website, campaigns and storytelling

• Helping us build excitement as we prepare to launch in London

You don’t need to be a marketing professional — just someone who loves creativity, communication and making a positive impact.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Enjoys writing, designing, creating or communicating

• Loves social media and understands how to connect with people online

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Believes in the power of community, joy and human connection

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The excitement of building a charity’s brand from scratch

• Experience in marketing, communications and digital storytelling

• A friendly, creative team who love bringing sunshine into people’s lives

• The joy of seeing your ideas inspire, uplift and connect people

• The chance to help shape how SUNSHINE Charity is seen and felt in the world

If you’re ready to help us spread the sunshine and share our mission with the world, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

Role: Audit & Risk Committee Member

Location: London/remote

The Royal College of Pharmacy’s Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) is a sub-committee of the College’s Board of Trustees, established to provide independent oversight of risk management, internal controls, and audit processes.

While the day-to-day management of operational and financial risks is delegated to the College executive, the ARC supports the Board of Trustees to ensure that the College maintains robust systems of internal control, complies with legal and regulatory requirements, and appropriately manages strategic and operational risks.

This is a voluntary role with an estimated time commitment of one day per quarter. This includes attendance in person or by Teams at four meetings annually, plus reading and preparation time. Trustees serve for a term of up to three years with an option for appointment for a further two terms.

Principal duties as a committee member:

• Propose the remit for the audit for approval by the Trustees

• Review, with the auditors, the outcome of the financial audit and any management response – and report to the Trustees

• Assist the Trustees in ensuring the College’s policies and procedures for ensuring legal compliance in all areas are implemented

• Advise the Trustees on the appointment and management of internal auditors or compliance management

• Review the risk register and assess the scope and effectiveness of the systems designed to identify, assess, manage and monitor significant risks and report to the Trustees.

We are seeking applicants with the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• Senior management or director-level experience, ideally as a finance director, company secretary, director of governance, or chief executive

• Risk management and mitigation, including experience in complex organisational environments

• Understanding the distinct role of trustees and operational/executive functions

• Charity or not-for-profit governance

• Risk oversight and compliance monitoring

About the Royal College of Pharmacy:

We are the Royal College of Pharmacy, the professional leadership body for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists.

As the third largest workforce in healthcare, pharmacy plays a vital role in the health system, and as experts in medicines, pharmacists and their teams are central to patient care and public health. Our mission is to put pharmacy at the forefront of patient care, advancing the safe and effective use of medicines to the benefit of patients and the public.

��️ Closing date: 19/7/2026

Interview Panel (on teams): W/C 10th August

If you would like to learn more about the role, view our job description ��

To apply, please send a CV or Profile and a supporting statement via the link on our website. We are committed to making the application process inclusive.

1. Briefly describe how your skills, experience and personal qualities make you a good candidate for this role. Refer to the role description and person specification for inspiration. (800-word limit)

2. Your specific areas of expertise that will be beneficial to our board of trustees

Each candidate will be shortlisted based on merit, and interview and appointment selection will be strictly based on the agreed selection criteria. The Equality Act 2010 permits reasonable adjustments that may give preferential treatment to an individual with a disability.

Social Media Volunteer

Location:Hybrid at our Yew Tree House, 10 Church Street St Neots, Cambridgeshire PE19 2BU Office (1-2 occasions per month) 

Timing: Fully flexible on time per week

About Waythrough

Waythrough provides specialist support across mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas. We delivery high-quality, evidence-based services designed around the real needs of the people we serve.

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through over 250 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community 

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. 

We’re looking for a creative and motivated volunteer to support the service in increasing its social media presence. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys designing visuals, writing engaging posts, and helping amplify the voices and work of a service supporting people experiencing mental health challenges.

Tasks may include:

• Creating visual content using Canva for use on social media and internal communications
• Drafting and scheduling posts to promote service activities, awareness campaigns, and engagement
• Collaborating with staff to gather stories, updates, and creative ideas
• Helping develop a consistent online presence
• Supporting occasional campaigns or themed content (e.g. Alcohol Awareness Week, Youth Mental Health Day)

Skills/qualities we would like you to bring to the role:

• Good IT skills and confident using Canva or similar design tools
• Strong written communication and creativity
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn)
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Attention to detail
• Ability to keep a track of multiple tasks and report back on progress
• Reliable and consistent
• Able to work as part of a team, on own initiative and to instruction
• An understanding of Waythrough – information is available on our website
• A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision of Waythrough
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines, engage in supervision, and complete relevant training

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:

• Discounts from various schemes

• Training and personal development

• A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives

• Free induction and role-specific training

• Support from experienced staff and regular supervision

• Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence

• Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses

• Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development

Inclusion and accessibility 

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. 

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme  - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

Volunteer Admin Manager & Committee Secretary

Help Keep MINDSET Organised as We Launch Our New Charity

MINDSET is a brand‑new men’s wellbeing and personal growth charity — and we’re looking for a highly organised, reliable volunteer to join us as our Admin Manager & Committee Secretary.

Our mission is to help men build resilience, confidence, emotional awareness, and healthier coping skills through practical, reflective, skills‑based support. To launch successfully, we need strong, consistent admin support to keep everything running smoothly.

If you can spare just a few hours a month and enjoy organising, coordinating, and supporting a small team, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

We’re looking for someone who can help us:

• Provide admin support across our start‑up charity

• Act as Secretary for our Steering Group and committees

• Schedule meetings and send reminders

• Prepare agendas and take minutes

• Keep documents organised and up to date

• Support volunteer onboarding and record‑keeping

• Help maintain simple systems and processes

• Ensure communication flows smoothly across the team

Your role will be central to keeping MINDSET structured, organised, and ready to grow.

Who We’re Looking For

Someone who is:

• Organised, reliable, and good with detail

• Comfortable with basic admin tasks

• Confident writing emails, agendas, and minutes

• Able to keep information tidy and accessible

• Friendly, supportive, and good at communication

• Happy to take on small tasks that make a big difference

• Passionate about helping a new charity get off the ground

Experience in admin, office support, PA work, or committee secretarial roles is helpful but not essential.

Time Commitment

• A few hours per month, flexible around your schedule

• One Steering Group meeting per month

• Occasional short tasks between meetings

• All work can be done remotely

Perfect for someone who enjoys admin and wants to make a meaningful impact without a big time commitment.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in helping a new charity launch successfully

• Use your organisational skills to support a meaningful mission

• Gain experience in charity administration and governance

• Be part of a friendly, purpose‑driven team

• Help create the systems and structure that will shape MINDSET’s future

Your support will help us stay organised, focused, and ready to deliver life‑changing programmes for men.

Interested?

Contact us for an application form.

Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager — Lead the Creation of a Life‑Changing Programme for Londoners

Unlock YOUR Potential | London

1. Are you passionate about empowering people, designing impactful programmes and creating opportunities for adults who need them most?
2. Do you want to use your skills to help a start‑up charity grow, thrive and transform lives across London?

If you’re someone who believes that a powerful employability programme can open doors, build confidence and change futures, then we’d love to have you on our journey.

WE Are Unlock YOUR Potential

Unlock YOUR Potential is a bold, people‑centred start‑up charity dedicated to helping adults across London unlock their confidence, rebuild their lives and step into new opportunities.

We will support people through:

• Careers Coaching

• Employability Skills

• Life Coaching

• Corporate Mentoring

• Personal Development

• Wellbeing Support …and so much more.

Our mission is simple: to help people believe in themselves again and move forward with purpose.

WE NEED YOU!!!

As a new and growing charity, we are building our programmes from the ground up — and we need a skilled, motivated and forward‑thinking Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager who can hit the ground running and lead the creation of our flagship employability programme for adults from disadvantaged backgrounds in London.

Your leadership will help us launch a programme that is practical, empowering and life‑changing — and your work will directly shape the futures of the people we serve.

YOUR Mission

As our Volunteer Employability Programme Development Manager, you will:

1. Design and develop our full employability programme from concept to launch.
2. Create a structured, engaging and accessible curriculum for adults facing barriers to work.
3. Build modules covering CV writing, interview skills, job search strategies, workplace confidence, digital skills and more.
4. Work closely with our Careers Coaches, Mentors and Leadership Team to ensure the programme is holistic and impactful.
5. Develop clear processes, delivery plans and evaluation methods.
6. Ensure the programme is ready to launch as soon as possible.
7. Bring creativity, structure and passion to a programme that will transform lives.

Your work will be at the heart of our mission — and your contribution will help ensure that adults across London gain the skills, confidence and support they need to thrive.

What You’ll Gain

• A chance to design and lead a major programme for a growing charity.

• Valuable experience in programme development, leadership and social impact.

• A meaningful role that directly changes people’s lives.

• The satisfaction of knowing your work is helping Londoners unlock their potential.

Who We’re Looking For

Someone who is:

• Experienced in employability, adult education, programme design or training.

• Confident creating structured learning pathways and practical skills programmes.

• Passionate about supporting disadvantaged adults.

• Organised, proactive and able to lead with purpose.

• Ready to help build something meaningful from the ground up.

• Excited to work in a fast‑moving start‑up charity environment.

If you’re ready to use your expertise to empower a charity with a powerful mission, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us — and help build the employability programme that will unlock thousands of futures.

Help Us Unlock Potential!!!

LiberArte

We empower artists to lead arts-driven climate and social justice action for systemic change.

LiberArte is seeking Grant Writing & Funding Systems assistance to help strengthen our fundraising infrastructure and expand access to funding opportunities for artists, cultural workers, and communities.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organizing information, writing and editing, building systems, and supporting mission-driven work. Rather than writing grant applications entirely from scratch, you'll help organize existing materials, create boilerplate templates, compile information for proposals, and support the development of strong funding applications.

LiberArte applies for grants to support our own programs and operations while also helping artists and cultural leaders identify and pursue funding opportunities for their creative and community-based projects.

Responsibilities may include:

• Organize existing grant narratives, reports, budgets, and supporting documents
• Create and update grant writing templates and resource libraries
• Compile existing organizational information into grant application drafts
• Research potential funding opportunities and maintain grant tracking systems
• Help track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
• Support the development of grant applications for LiberArte programs and initiatives
• Assist with organizing resources and materials that support artists applying for grants
• Improve internal systems that make fundraising and grant writing more efficient and sustainable

What Success Looks Like:

• A well-organized library of grant templates, narratives, and supporting materials
• Improved grant tracking and deadline management systems
• Stronger, more efficient grant application processes
• Increased organizational capacity to pursue funding opportunities

This is a meaningful opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, arts administration, and grant development while supporting artists and communities working toward social, racial, climate, and cultural justice.

Growth Opportunity: As our funding pipeline grows and systems become established, there may be an opportunity for this volunteer role to transition into a paid position.

Minimum Hours per Week:

4-6 hours per week

Duration:

One-off project

VOLUNTEER HR & VOLUNTEERING PROGRAMME CREATORS WANTED — Help Us Build an Amazing Volunteer Experience at SUNSHINE Charity!

Start‑up Charity  •  Fighting Loneliness  •  Launching 2026  •  Shape the Heart of Our People Experience

Lockdown reminded us all how much people matter — how connection, kindness and community can brighten even the darkest days.

SUNSHINE Charity was created to bring that feeling back into everyday life. We’re here to reduce loneliness, spark joy and help people feel part of something again.

As we prepare to launch in 2026, we’re building the team that will shape the entire volunteer experience at SUNSHINE. This is your chance to design something uplifting, welcoming and full of heart.

Join Our HR & Volunteering Programme Working Group

This group will lead on creating, setting up and launching our volunteering programme — the systems, processes and people‑focused magic that will make SUNSHINE a place where volunteers feel valued, supported and inspired.

You’ll meet monthly, share ideas, and help us build a volunteer journey that truly shines.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing our volunteering programme from the ground up

• Creating a warm, inclusive and joyful volunteer experience

• Helping shape policies, onboarding, training and support

• Building the foundations of a positive, people‑centred HR approach

• Ensuring SUNSHINE becomes a charity where volunteers feel appreciated, connected and part of something special

You don’t need to be an HR expert — just someone who cares deeply about people and wants to help create a brilliant volunteer community.

Who You Are

Someone who:

• Loves supporting people and building community

• Enjoys organising, planning and creating positive experiences

• Wants to help shape a charity at the very start of its journey

• Believes volunteers deserve to feel valued and celebrated

• Can give a little time each month to help us get launch‑ready

What You’ll Get Out of It

• The joy of building a volunteer programme that makes people feel seen and appreciated

• Experience in HR, volunteer management and people‑focused design

• A friendly, uplifting team who care about connection and kindness

• The excitement of shaping the culture of a brand‑new charity

• The knowledge that your work will help bring sunshine into people’s lives

If you’re ready to help us create a volunteering programme full of warmth, joy and community, we’d love to welcome you into the team.

Apply today and help us bring sunshine back into people’s lives.

About Roots Academy. 

Roots Academy’s Vision.

A generation of young Muslims who embody and promote a God-centred way of life.

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 Mission is to deliver a structured and transformative education in the Essentials of Islam in a way that lowers barriers to access, develops a deep certainty, and inspires action.

Why Does Roots Academy Exist?

Crisis of Faith: 1 in 4 young Muslims are leaving the religion due to various factors, primarily the pervasive anti-religious content and temptations they encounter online and offline. 

Roots Academy exists to bridge this gap by providing a structured and transformative Islamic education that speaks directly to the needs and challenges of young Muslims today, delivered in an engaging and accessible form that removes barriers to access and provokes thought and action.

Role Summary.

To bring our vision to life, we are looking for a dedicated person to play a vital role in managing and strengthening our relationships with partner organisations (such as university Islamic Societies), with a focus on marketing and growth. You will work closely with external partners to increase the number of students attending Roots workshops through creative and innovative methods.

Key tasks

• Marketing Support - Provide guidance and resources to partners for marketing Roots workshops effectively, including sharing marketing collateral and leading growth initiatives.

• Performance Monitoring - Monitor the marketing efforts of partner organisations, track key performance metrics, and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement.

• Communication Liaison - Serve as the primary point of contact through social media between our organisation and partner organisations, facilitating clear and consistent communication channels.

• Training and Onboarding - Conduct training sessions and onboarding for new partner organisations to familiarise them with our brand guidelines, marketing strategies, and communication protocols.

• Collaboration - Coordinate cross-functional efforts with internal teams, such as marketing, design, and external partnerships, to ensure alignment with partnership goals.

What we’re looking for

• Passion for Islamic education and the development of young Muslims. 

• Creative ideas and ability to think outside the box.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to multitask successfully.

• Proficiency in project management and organisational skills.

• Analytical mindset for assessing results and suggesting recommendations.

What we have to offer

• Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers across the UK, Ireland, Canada, US, UAE and Australia.

• 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 are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy.

Are you an experienced content professional looking to use your skills for a meaningful cause?

Burning Nights CRPS Support is seeking a passionate and creative Content Lead Volunteer to help shape and deliver engaging content that raises awareness of a rare chronic pain condition, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), supports those impacted and strengthens our charity’s voice across multiple platforms.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to guide and inspire a team of volunteer content writers, oversee content planning and development, and play a key role in delivering our communications strategy. From website articles and member publications to awareness campaigns and digital content, your work will help ensure that people living with CRPS, their families, healthcare professionals and supporters have access to high-quality, accurate and engaging information.

As a national charity supporting thousands of people affected by CRPS across the UK, we are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, has excellent communication skills, and is passionate about making a real difference.

By joining our friendly and ambitious team, you will gain valuable leadership experience, develop your communications and marketing expertise, expand your professional network, and directly contribute to improving the lives of people living with one of the most painful long-term conditions known to medicine.

Key Tasks and Objectives

• Lead a team of content writer volunteers.
• Lead and co-ordinate internal projects, activities and campaigns that help build awareness of our organisation and its aims.
• Building, leading and inspiring the content team, ensuring goals are agreed and communicated to support the achievement of our overall aims and projects.
• Ensuring all content is on-brand, consistent in style, quality, and tone of voice, and ideally optimised for search and user experience across channels, including our website, our members' magazine, and social media.
• Supporting the development of a communications strategy from the 3-year charity's strategy, focusing on the content section.
• The implementation of a functional content calendar
• Establishing workflow for requesting, creating, editing, publishing, and repurposing content
• Operate as the point of contact for content volunteers in the team.
• To also be an active part of the content team as a content writer.
• Identifying, initiating and leading on content projects which align to the strategy and realise our goals.
• Collaborate with the team
• To contribute to the Annual Report or other reporting documents.
• Protecting our charity brand identity, ensuring it is delivered consistently, both internally and externally.
• Promote the charity across all our channels and forms of communication.
• Ensure effective, regular communication to both internal and external audiences.
• Support the review of progress and effectiveness of the Communications Strategy on an annual basis.

What are we looking for?

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a real enthusiasm for excellence, innovation, continuous improvement and change.
• Be a team leader who is positive, hands-on and able to get the best out of a team.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and are adept at building relationships with different stakeholders.
• Have the ability to think strategically but also enjoy being at an operational level to support your team and key stakeholders.
• Have a high level of attention to detail.
• Have the ability to prioritise, plan and organise projects and to manage expectations.

Experience and Skills

• The ability to communicate (verbal and non-verbal) to a wide variety of audiences including the public, various forms of media and on an individual basis.
• Experience in building and leading a team.
• Previous experience of working or volunteering for charities and/or volunteer organisations is desirable but not required.
• Creativity 
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to motivate and enthuse others.
• To be a part of a team.
• Previous experience in marketing, communications, or related fields.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire volunteers.
• Experience of using Canva or similar design packages.
• A strong network of PR and media contacts would be highly advantageous.

What's in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to use your communications and leadership skills to make a genuine difference to the lives of people affected by Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a debilitating and often misunderstood pain condition.

As our Content Lead Volunteer, you will play a key role in shaping how a national charity communicates with thousands of people across the UK. You will have the opportunity to lead and develop a team of talented volunteers, influence content strategy, and help raise awareness of a rare condition that urgently needs greater understanding and recognition.

In return, you will:

• Gain valuable leadership and management experience within the charity sector.
• Develop and enhance your content strategy, communications and marketing skills.
• Build experience of managing and motivating a remote volunteer team.
• Play a strategic role in shaping the voice and messaging of a growing national charity.
• Expand your professional network and collaborate with passionate volunteers, trustees and healthcare stakeholders.
• Receive ongoing support, training and development opportunities.
• Enjoy flexible, remote volunteering that can fit around your existing commitments.
• Experience the satisfaction of knowing your work is helping people living with CRPS and their families access support, information and hope.

Most importantly, you will ensure that no one affected by CRPS has to face their journey alone.

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.

Join us in leading positive change!

The Admin Assistant role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to:

• Gain experience in the Third Sector.
• Develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.

The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
• Organising events and conferences
• Managing databases
• Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
• Liaising with staff
• Miscellaneous tasks to support the team.

General tasks

• Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.

Essential:

• You will need to have good written skills.
• Well organised, proactive, and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
• Good time management
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
• Able to participate at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)

Desirable

• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Excel

The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK and QMC Capoeira School runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.

Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a personal laptop or PC?
• Are you sure you can commit to this job as being a non-paid job?
• Do you think you will be able to commit yourself to the PDP programme, implicitly 12 hours per week, for 16 weeks?

Work Location: Remote

MHFA England are seeking a Non-Executive Director to assist in agreeing and supporting MHFA England’s strategy, ensuring the delivery of our overall purpose and mission as a social enterprise.

In addition, the Non-Executive Director will Chair the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, providing oversight and assurance on MHFA England’s financial sustainability, audit and management of risk.

Principal duties
1. Overseeing the delivery of MHFA England’s strategy and performance
2. Protecting the long-term sustainability of MHFA England
3. Safeguarding the reputation of MHFA England
4. Representing MHFA England at collaboration and network events, and contributing to the development of organisational relationships
5. Chairing quarterly Finance and Risk Committee meetings, ensuring effective oversight, support, and challenge
6. Supporting the Board in maintaining strong financial governance, organisational resilience, and risk management
7. Reviewing financial performance, budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial sustainability
8. Overseeing the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and assurance processes
9. Ensuring key strategic, operational, financial and reputational risks are appropriately identified, monitored, and mitigated
10. Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, wider Executive Team and Board Chair to ensure clear reporting and escalation of risks and issues to support a culture of accountability, transparency, and good governance across the organisation
11. Providing oversight of audit processes and compliance obligations where relevant

Person specification
– Experience chairing or contributing to Finance, Audit or Risk Committees at Board level
– CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent) with a strong understanding of financial governance, accounting, reporting, and external audit
– Proven ability to scrutinise management accounts, budgets, cashflow, and forecasts, and to support robust decision-making in a mission-led context
– Experience assessing internal controls and compliance arrangements, and overseeing risk management so that the organisation can pursue opportunities safely and responsibly
– Experience operating at board/committee level, with a clear grasp of good governance practice and how to support an effective, accountable executive team
– An awareness of economic and political changes that may impact MHFA England
– Sound judgement around corporate governance, financial strategy risk, and opportunity
– A commitment to social enterprise and MHFA England’s values and culture
– Highly developed communication, interpersonal, and teamworking skills
– Collaborative, solutions-focused and able to provide healthy and supportive challenge
– Curious and embraces innovation
– A strong personal commitment to workplace equity

Key dates 

Closing date for applications is noon Monday 13 July 2026. 

VOLUNTEER BRANCH CHAIR/COORDINATOR

Across the UK, our 60+ local branches help disabled people live the lives they choose. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

As your local Chair or Coordinator, you’ll take the lead in making sure your local branch works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct, and support other branch volunteers to make sure your branch’s activities meet the needs of your local disabled community.

You’ll bring your leadership, communication, organisation, and motivational skills to this role.

What the role involves

This is a varied role where local need shapes what you’ll be working on, but it often includes:

•  Coordinating the activities of our local branch to undertake and meet the needs of  referrals in your area

• Coordinating and chairing the branch meetings

• Leading the branch’s shared responsibility for planning and completing referrals

• Coordinating the recruitment, induction, and ongoing support of new local branch volunteers

• Working with your Treasurer or Finance Officer to approve branch accounts

• Ensuring the branch’s activities comply with policies to keep people safe

• Regularly communicate and act as a key contact between staff and volunteers

What you’ll need for this role

Essential

• Confident in leading and chairing a meeting

• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email

• Willingness to attend local events to promote the charity’s work

• Ability to understand and follow external and internal policies and procedures

• Able to keep people’s personal details safe

• Willing to follow Remap policies and procedures – and a commitment to our values

Desirable

• Confident in communicating with different audiences, including decision-makers and volunteers

• Able to delegate and motivate the activities of others

• Enthusiastic about raising awareness of the charity’s work in the local area

• Willingness to develop skills and experience

You’ll also need to complete the induction checklist and reference check, and you may need a DBS check if you also have another client facing role.

Why volunteer

When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. We’re a volunteer led organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without your hard work, skills and commitment.

N.B. We’ll reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses during your time with us.

What you will contribute

Provide medical consultations and treatment for our Crew, including regular check-ups, routine health screenings, and emergency care when needed

Support the health education to our Crew and host country partners by presenting on applicable health related topics

Ensure the health and safety of the Crew on an ongoing basis, in collaboration with the Captain

Work with and supervise the Hospital Physician(s) to oversee the general health of Ward patients and pre-operative patients

Review patients in Screening, Outpatients, and Rehabilitation as the opportunity arises

Actively maintain and improve the standards of care for our patients

Provide medical direction and advice for the Palliative Care Team

For This Role, You Will Need

M.D. or D.O. with current unrestricted license or recognized medical qualification in your country of origin

Two year’s post-graduate clinical experience required, with a specialization in and actively practicing the past year in General Practice, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine

Fluent in verbal and written communication skills in English

Practices the highest standards of fiscal control

Computer skills, especially in Word and Excel

If the Crew Physician sails with the ship: Successful completion of Basic Training in accordance with STCW A-VI/1-1 to 1-4, as required per Maritime Law