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Behçet’s Disease is an auto-immune disorder which is incurable but can be managed by specialist consultants. It is very rare and can affect any part of the body. It often takes years to diagnose and can be debilitating to the patient.
Behçet’s Patients Centres (BPC), a charitable company, was formed in 2011 to provide the specialist, multi disciplinary care for patients.
We are seeking to recruit a Finance Director to our Board in order to both increase our experience and skills base and to facilitate effective succession management. This is a volunteer role that offers rewarding experience and the chance to make a difference in the lives of those who are affected by this rare condition.
This is a highly autonomous role that will make a big difference to the Board of Directors and their purpose to provide a service to one of the rarest patient groups in England. We’re looking for someone who can come in and help us build on our achievements and do things even better. You will be responsible for the financial management of the charitable company to ensure we successfully deliver our contractual commitments and thus influence the future of our funding, (we have a contract which runs until March 2028). You will play an important role as a member of the Board of Directors, ensuring they are guided by your financial expertise. This will involve preparing budgets; paying salaries and finances owing to HMRC and invoicing the NHS. We also work collaboratively with Behçet’s UK, the registered charity for patients with Behçet’s Disease and you’ll be building relationships with that charity.
The time commitment for this role is around 2 to 3 days per month on average, with extra time needed around budgeting and year end accounts.
Experience Required:
- Proven management and leadership skills
- Proven financial skills in budget preparation and management
- Proven communication skills
- Awareness of both Charity and Data Protection Law
- Computer literate in use of Microsoft products
- Experience of contract performance management
- Flexibility of working hours to attend quarterly Director meetings and the Behçet’s UK Annual Conference
Qualifications Required:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent financial experience.
- Preferably a qualification with CIMA, ACA or ACCA (or working towards)
- A UK driving licence and the ability to travel
- A clean Disclosure & Barring Services check will be undertaken
Thank you!
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About this Role: Volunteer Lead Security Engineer
Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro bono role)
Contribution Requirements: minimum 10-15 hours a week; minimum 3 to 6 months.
About Solution Community:
Solution Community is an international 501(c)(3) 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 can thrive - a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are making that vision a reality and driving change that will shape the future.
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
Examples:
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Attending your weekly team sync and sharing updates
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Responding to Slack messages within a reasonable timeframe
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Completing assigned tasks by agreed deadlines
Role Summary:
As our Lead Security Engineer, you will be the guardian of our digital ecosystem, designing and implementing secure systems that protect our platform, data, and global community. You will lead our security strategy, ensuring resilience, trust, and integrity across all technological initiatives.
Responsibilities:
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Design and Defend: Architect and implement robust security frameworks, policies, and protocols that safeguard our infrastructure, applications, and user data.
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Identify and Mitigate Risks: Proactively assess vulnerabilities, conduct security audits, and lead threat modeling to prevent and respond to potential risks.
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Secure Development Practices: Embed security into the software development lifecycle, guiding teams on best practices such as secure coding, encryption, and authentication.
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Lead Incident Response: Establish and manage incident detection and response processes to ensure rapid resolution and continuous improvement.
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Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with engineering, product, and operations teams to ensure security is integrated into every layer of our platform.
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Educate and Empower: Mentor team members and raise security awareness across the organization, fostering a culture of shared responsibility.
Qualifications:
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Experienced Security Leaders: 7+ years of experience leading cybersecurity or information security, with a strong background in securing cloud-based systems and applications.
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Technical Experts: Possess deep knowledge of security principles, including network security, identity and access management, encryption, and vulnerability management.
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Strategic Thinkers: Able to balance security with usability and scalability, making thoughtful decisions in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment.
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Collaborative Communicators: Able to clearly explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across a global team.
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Mission-Driven Contributors: Deeply committed to our mission and able to consistently contribute 10–15 hours per week for the duration of the engagement. Your dedication, reliability, and sense of purpose drive meaningful progress and impact.
Team & Reporting Structure
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Reports to: Head of Engineering
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Collaborate with: Engineering, DevOps, Product, Data, and Leadership teams
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May lead or mentor: Volunteer engineers and security contributors
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.
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