10 Programme partnerships coordinator volunteer roles

About Roots Academy

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 vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 2000 students across the UK, Canada, USA and Ireland. 

We are currently recruiting 4 campus coordinators across the UK - to cover London, England, Wales and Scotland. 

Role Summary 

Campus coordinators are responsible for establishing partnerships with University Muslim Student Associations (MSAs) and Islamic Societies (ISocs), and maintaining positive relationships with these sites. 

Key tasks 

• Actively establish and maintain positive relationships with the MSA/ISoc committees and Student Ambassadors to ensure an exceptional onsite experience for students and promote retention of sites 

• Be responsible for overseeing all onsite logistics through liaison with the Student Ambassador to ensure that onsite logistics including advertising of the class and other required tasks are taken care of by the MSA/ISoc 

• Be the point of contact for ISocs: answer questions from the MSA/ ISoc committees and Student Ambassadors to the best of your ability and engage them on a 1-1 basis, listen to their needs and concerns and addressing these accordingly 

• Collect ideas and best-practices from how different MSAs/ISocs are delivering their class 

• Participate in onboarding current and new sites prior to the start of the academic year 

• Be the point of contact internally for any queries or updates related to assigned MSAs/ISocs 

What we’re looking for 

• An understanding of the Muslim university scene and how university MSAs/ISocs operate. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability and keenness to make and maintain genuine connections with people. 

• Ability to travel regionally for face-to-face meetings with MSA/ISoc committees, at least once per semester.

What we have to offer 

• Be part of a team of 40+ dedicated volunteers from across the country. 

• Receive continuous rewards for students that gain knowledge and closeness to Allah and their faith as a result of attending the Onsites Essentials program.

• Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective. 

• Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions.

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.

About Roots Academy

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 vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 2000 students across the UK, Canada, USA and Ireland. 

We are currently recruiting 4 campus coordinators across the GTA and Ottawa to serve the following universities: 

1. York University
2. McMaster University
3. Algonquin College

Role Summary 

Campus coordinators are responsible for establishing partnerships with University Muslim Student Associations (MSAs) and Islamic Societies (ISocs), and maintaining positive relationships with these sites. 

Key tasks 

• Actively establish and maintain positive relationships with the MSA committees and Student Ambassadors to ensure an exceptional onsite experience for students and promote retention of sites 

• Be responsible for overseeing all onsite logistics through liaison with the Student Ambassador to ensure that onsite logistics including advertising of the class and other required tasks are taken care of by the MSA/ISoc 

• Be the point of contact for MSAs: answer questions from the MSA leadership and Student Ambassadors to the best of your ability and engage them on a 1-1 basis, listen to their needs and concerns and addressing these accordingly 

• Collect ideas and best-practices from how different MSAs are delivering their workshop 

• Participate in onboarding current and new sites prior to the start of the academic year 

• Be the point of contact internally for any queries or updates related to assigned MSAs 

What we’re looking for 

• An understanding of the Muslim university scene and how university MSAs operate. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability and keenness to make and maintain genuine connections with people. 

• Ability to travel regionally for face-to-face meetings with MSA/ISoc committees, at least thrice per semester.

What we have to offer 

• Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers from across the country. 

• Receive continuous rewards for students that gain knowledge and closeness to Allah and their faith as a result of attending the Onsites Essentials program.

• Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective. 

• Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions.

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. 

We're recruiting on behalf of our partners at MINDSET.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR (MINDSET Charity)

Build the Team. Build the Culture. Build the Movement.

MINDSET is a bold new preventative mental fitness charity for teenage boys and men in London — launching this November. We’re creating a modern, high‑energy, stigma‑free space where men learn the habits, systems, and psychological tools to stay strong long before crisis hits.

To make this mission real, we need a Volunteer Coordinator who can build the beating heart of our organisation: our volunteer team.

If you’re passionate about people, culture, and creating environments where others thrive — this is your moment.

THE ROLE: VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR (Volunteer)

We’re looking for a proactive, organised, people‑focused leader who can build our volunteer programme from the ground up. You’ll help shape the culture, recruit the team, and create the systems that make MINDSET a place volunteers want to be part of.

You’ll lead on:

• Setting up our volunteer programme from scratch.

• Recruiting our first wave of volunteers for November launch.

• Designing a warm, structured onboarding experience.

• Creating a team‑spirit culture rooted in energy, accountability, and purpose.

• Supporting volunteers as they deliver our 12‑week mental fitness programmes.

• Building simple, effective systems for communication, scheduling, and engagement.

• Championing the MINDSET ethos — modern, bold, stigma‑free, and focused on growth.

Your work will directly shape the experience of every volunteer who joins us. You’ll be the person who sets the tone, builds the community, and ensures our team feels supported, valued, and inspired.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience of managing volunteers, HR or recruitment.

• Loves building positive, energetic team cultures.

• Is organised, reliable, and great at follow‑through.

• Enjoys connecting with people and spotting potential.

• Can create simple systems that make volunteering easy.

• Wants to help build a charity from the ground up.

• Can commit a few hours a week between now and November.

• Believes in preventative mental fitness and early intervention.

If you’re the kind of person who naturally brings people together, you’ll thrive here.

WHY JOIN MINDSET?

1. Because you’ll shape the entire volunteer experience.

You’re not stepping into an existing system — you’re building it.

2. Because our culture is modern, energetic, and inspiring.

Think Gymshark, Huel, MyProtein — not a traditional charity bureaucracy.

3. Because your work will change lives.

Every volunteer you recruit will help boys and men build habits that keep them strong.

4. Because you’ll be part of a founding team.

Your leadership will influence how MINDSET grows for years to come.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• A chance to build a volunteer programme from day one.

• Real leadership experience in a fast‑moving charity start‑up.

• A supportive, passionate team who value your ideas.

• Flexible volunteering you can fit around your life.

• The satisfaction of knowing your work is helping prevent silent suffering.

JOIN US.

HELP US BUILD THE TEAM THAT BUILDS THE MOVEMENT.

If you’re ready to create a volunteer culture full of energy, purpose, and impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Location: London – Remote
Contract Type: Volunteer, with potential to develop into a paid role
Hours: Flexible / Approx. 16–20 hours per week
Organisation: The Abundant Woman CIC

About The Abundant Woman

The Abundant Woman is a women-focused community organisation creating spaces, programmes and experiences that support women in navigating their lives with greater awareness, confidence and support.

Our work spans women’s wellbeing, health education, community building, events, workshops and partnerships. As the organisation continues to grow, we are strengthening our operational infrastructure to ensure our programmes, people and projects are effectively coordinated and delivered.

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, proactive and solutions-focused Operations Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operational coordination of The Abundant Woman.

Working closely with the Founder & CEO, you will help turn organisational priorities into action, ensuring projects move forward, responsibilities are clear, deadlines are followed and the wider team has the structure and support needed to deliver effectively.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is comfortable taking initiative, coordinating people and projects, improving systems and bringing structure to a growing organisation.

While initially offered on a voluntary basis, there is potential for the position to develop into a paid role as the organisation grows and secures additional funding.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Organisational Coordination

• Oversee and coordinate the day-to-day operational activities of the organisation.

• Work closely with the Founder & CEO to translate priorities and ideas into clear actions and deliverables.

• Maintain oversight of organisational tasks, deadlines and operational priorities.

• Ensure agreed actions are followed through and proactively identify areas requiring attention.

• Develop and maintain effective operational systems, processes and documentation.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve organisational efficiency.

Project & Programme Coordination

• Coordinate operational delivery across projects, programmes, events and organisational initiatives.

• Maintain project plans, timelines, trackers and action logs.

• Monitor progress against agreed milestones and follow up with team members where required.

• Identify potential delays, risks or operational challenges and escalate these appropriately.

• Support the planning and delivery of events, workshops and community initiatives.

• Coordinate logistics, resources and operational requirements for activities.

Team Coordination

• Act as a central operational point of contact for team members and volunteers.

• Help ensure responsibilities, deadlines and expectations are clearly communicated.

• Coordinate across different functions including projects, partnerships, marketing, HR and administration.

• Support effective onboarding and integration of new volunteers and team members.

• Help create a positive, organised and accountable working environment.

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across the team.

Administration & Governance

• Maintain accurate organisational records, documents and internal systems.

• Coordinate meetings, including agendas, action points and follow-ups.

• Support the maintenance of policies, procedures and operational documentation.

• Assist with governance, compliance and reporting requirements where appropriate.

• Ensure confidential and sensitive information is handled appropriately.

Partnerships & External Coordination

• Liaise professionally with external partners, venues, suppliers and stakeholders.

• Support the operational delivery of partnerships and collaborative projects.

• Ensure external commitments and agreed actions are appropriately tracked and followed through.

Skills & Experience

We are particularly interested in someone who has:

• Previous experience in operations, project management, programme coordination, administration or a similar role.

• Strong organisational and project coordination skills.

• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of responsibilities.

• Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to work.

• The ability to identify problems and propose practical solutions.

• Experience coordinating people, projects or volunteers.

• Confidence using Google Workspace, Microsoft Office and digital collaboration/project management tools.

• The ability to work effectively within a growing organisation where priorities may evolve.

Experience within a CIC, charity, nonprofit, community organisation, women’s organisation or start-up environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Who This Role Would Suit

This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys creating structure, keeping projects moving and making sure that things actually get done.

You may be an experienced Operations Coordinator or Project Coordinator looking to step into management, an Operations Manager wanting to contribute your skills to a purpose-led organisation, or someone looking to build further experience within the nonprofit and community sector.

You should be comfortable working with autonomy rather than waiting to be given instructions for every task.

What You’ll Gain

• The opportunity to take meaningful ownership within a growing women-focused organisation.

• Direct experience working alongside the Founder & CEO.

• Exposure to organisational strategy, programme delivery, partnerships, events and community initiatives.

• The opportunity to shape and improve operational systems as the organisation develops.

• Experience coordinating a multidisciplinary team of staff and volunteers.

• Flexible working arrangements around other commitments.

• Professional development, mentorship and opportunities to expand your leadership experience.

• Potential progression into a paid position as funding and organisational capacity grow.

Additional Information

This position is initially offered on a voluntary basis and requires approximately 16–20 hours per week, with flexibility around how those hours are structured.

We are looking for someone who can make a meaningful and consistent commitment to the organisation and who is excited about contributing to its next stage of growth.

As The Abundant Woman expands its programmes, partnerships and funding, our intention is to continue developing our operational team and create paid opportunities where organisational resources allow.

We are looking for team members who can commit for a minimum of 10 weeks, with adaptable profiles and who have the enthusiasm and energy we need to provide support in various areas across the organisation.

In this generalist role, you will find yourself responsible for a variety of tasks, helping to ensure that both our programme activities and day-to-day operations run smoothly. Second Tree works in a transparent way, in a challenging and changeable situation in the field; therefore, an ability to learn quickly and be open to feedback is vital. 

Your role would include:

The possible tasks included below are not exhaustive or rigidly defined; an exact role profile is dependent on the skill set of individual applicants. An average day might see you talking to students in a camp to tell them about a new class, or supporting the writing of a grant proposal. Tasks could loosely fall within 4 key areas:

Programmes

• Supporting programme coordinators in maintaining the day to day running of their activities with the Youth or Adult Education Programmes

• Supporting our children’s teachers or workshop facilitators in the planning or delivery of classes or excursions outside of camps

• Communicating key messages about our programmes to our students in camps

Admin, Finance & Logistics

• Supporting our management team in liaising with external partners

• Maintaining organisation-wide financial processes

• Coordinating the arrival and housing of incoming team members

Grants & Partnerships

• Supporting in the identification of relevant grants

• Supporting in grant writing activities

 Communications & Fundraising

• Contributing to the written/visual content of Second Tree’s social media output

• Developing social media strategies to expand our reach and impact

• Producing regular reports on performance

• Maintaining our website

• Supporting the planning and implementation of Second Tree’s fundraising initiatives, such as campaigns

• Organising and maintaining regular communications with Second Tree’s donors (newsletters, thank you letters)

You should be able to:

• Be accountable and efficient, making sure that tasks that you take up are completed on the agreed timeframe

• Be honest and transparent, being able to give and receive feedback in the most straightforward way possible

• Care for people; the interests of the people we work with should always be your first concern

• Instil the values above in the people that work with you

• Have keen problem-solving abilities, and a good understanding of what questions to ask, and when

• Communicate in English, both written and orally

• Learn quickly, managing a wide-ranging and intense workload

What do we offer?

• A nurturing and collaborative working environment. We work hard to help our team members grow; investing in personal and professional development.

• Accommodation in a shared house

• Transportation to/from work

• After completion of a three-month trial, if you commit long-term, a small monthly expenses refund

In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the shared houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the shared houses are full, this would allow us to offer an opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.

Looking for an internship?

If, because of your degree or for any other reason, you would like to have your period at Second Tree credited as an internship, just apply to the vacancy that you’re interested in and mention this. We have agreements with several universities across Europe, and in many other cases, these agreements can be developed on an ad hoc basis.

NOTE: If you require a visa to stay in Greece for the minimum ten-week commitment, please know that as a Greek NGO, we are unable to sponsor your visa.

Purpose of the Role:

To inspire and guide girls aged 16–18 at the Baytree Centre through a focused six-session mentoring programme with a professional female role model. The Career Champions programme pairs young people with mentors working in their field of interest, for example, a girl aspiring to become an architect is matched with a practising architect, to provide insight into career pathways, develop professional skills, and build confidence. By sharing knowledge, experience, and encouragement, mentors support participants in making informed decisions about their future education and career choices.

Main Responsibilities:

- Deliver six structured mentoring sessions tailored to the mentee’s career interests and goals.

- Share knowledge, experiences, and practical advice about the mentor’s professional field.

- Introduce mentees to key skills, qualifications, and opportunities relevant to the chosen career.

- Support mentees in setting short- and long-term career-related goals, providing guidance on how to achieve them.

- Foster a positive and supportive relationship that builds the mentee’s confidence, motivation, and resilience.

- Where appropriate, provide insights into workplace culture, networking, and professional development.

- Maintain communication with the programme coordinator to track progress and address any concerns.

- Adhere to Baytree Centre policies and safeguarding procedures.

Skills and Qualities Required:

- Professional experience in the relevant career field, with the ability to share industry-specific knowledge.

- Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with young people.

- Patience, empathy, and the ability to encourage and motivate. - Good communication skills, with the ability to explain career pathways and options clearly.

Commitment:

- Six one-hour mentoring sessions to be completed within a maximum of three months.

- Sessions to be scheduled Monday to Friday between 4pm and 6pm.

- Flexibility to deliver sessions face-to-face or online, depending on the mentee’s needs.

Benefits:

- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s future career journey.

- Develop mentoring, coaching, and communication skills.

- Share expertise and inspire the next generation of female professionals.

- Be part of a supportive and empowering volunteer community.

This role is open to female applicants only (Equality Act 2010: Schedule 9: Occupational Requirements). Applicants must be 18 years or older.

“Queer Space” is a support group is for adults who identify as LGBTQ+ and who have experience of mental health challenges. It is a peer-led space with a focus on empowerment, community, expression and joy. Above all, the space is led by the community it serves.

We are seeking a Volunteer Group Facilitator is to provide peer support and facilitate a group with the guidance of a coordinator, whilst creating a welcoming environment and sharing their own knowledge/experience of living with mental health difficulties. The role will also entail the planning of groups and assisting with other peer support administrative duties.

We will be running two groups, daytime and evening; you are welcome to apply for both or just one.

The group offers:

• A safe space to talk openly and honestly about mental health, Queerness and identity
• Peer support from people who have walked a similar path
• Real talk: honest discussions led by peer group facilitators who have been there
• Fun! A space to express, explore and create to understand ourselves, our identities and our place in the world better.

What we’re looking for:

• Enthusiasm for supporting and engaging people in group settings, helping to create an inclusive and welcoming environment.
• A willingness to draw on your own personal lived experience and share to inspire hope and connection.
• Strong communication and listening skills, with the ability to offer empathy, encouragement and appropriate support.
• A collaborative team player who can work effectively with colleagues and volunteers and carry out basic administrative tasks.
• Commitment to promoting wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels respected and valued.
• A reliable and professional individual who can represent South East London Mind positively and commit to volunteering regularly over the long term.

Benefits of volunteering with us:  

• Gain frontline experience
• Expenses paid in line with volunteering policy
• Opportunities to progress within organisation
• Regular training and development opportunities
• Ongoing supervision and support
• An opportunity to be part of a team
• An opportunity to help people within the local community
• Volunteering Week celebrations
• In-depth induction training which includes active listening skills, group dynamics, mental health awareness, and EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)

Interested in the role? Next steps:

• Complete a Volunteer Application Form using role person specification as a guide
• Interview and reference check
• Undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Complete our volunteer training programme

Queer space is a peer-led service. As such, the successful candidate should have lived experience of the LGBTQ+ community, with their own experience of mental health issues.

We recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive work force, and would therefore particularly welcome applications from the following, currently under-represented, groups:

SEL Mind is committed to meeting the reasonable adjustments of disabled people and always welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems.

How to apply

Please find our application form and details of how to apply on our website.

The Position

We are looking for a Grants Officer who can support us with diverse tasks that include looking for grants opportunities, project development, proposals writing, and liaising with potential partners and donors. In this role you’ll be a key contributor to the continued existence of Second Tree, which is dependent on grants to survive, and to the creation of new projects and partnerships. To do this successfully, you'll need to employ meticulous time-management and organisation skills, as juggling multiple tasks with competing deadlines is common in this role.

The role will include:

• Researching and identifying new grant opportunities on a weekly basis

• Summarising relevant grant opportunities and suggesting how to best respond and comply with them

• Researching information and data necessary for grants and grant reporting

• Supporting the design of new projects

• Supporting with proposal writing

• Maintaining necessary records, files, reports, databases, and resource materials for the Grants team

• Working with the wider Second Tree team to ensure that all project proposals align with organisational, and programme strategies

• Establishing and maintaining connections with funding bodies

You should be able to:

• Professionally communicate in English (verbally and in writing)

• Read, comprehend, interpret, summarise and follow proposal guidelines

• Work to tight deadlines with flexibility and a problem-solving attitude;

• Conduct thorough, high-quality, independent research

• Work both independently and as part of a team

• Manage and prioritise projects effectively to meet team and proposal deadlines

The ideal candidate will have:

• Working knowledge of project management techniques such as LFA

• Knowledge of and experience with grant-giving bodies and other external funding sources (e.g. European Commission)

• A strong sense of logic while building an argument

What We Offer:

• A nurturing and collaborative working environment. We work hard to help our team members grow, investing in personal and professional development.

• Accommodation in a shared house

• Transportation to/from work

• After completion of a three-month trial, if you commit long-term, a small monthly expenses refund

In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the shared houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the shared houses are full, this would allow us to offer an opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.

Have experience leading a team of this type?

Consider applying to become a Grants Coordinator. Whether your experience lies in the humanitarian sector or elsewhere, we are looking for people with expertise that can drive us forward as an organisation.

Looking for an internship?

If, because of your degree or for any other reason, you would like to have your period at Second Tree credited as an internship, just apply to the vacancy that you’re interested in and mention this. We have agreements with several universities across Europe, and in many other cases, these agreements can be developed on an ad hoc basis.

NOTE: If you require a visa to stay in Greece for the minimum ten-week commitment, please know that as a Greek NGO, we are unable to sponsor your visa.

Refugee Support Volunteer

Location: Folkestone, Kent (Wednesdays 12:00pm to 4:00pm) or Dartford, Kent (Fridays 10:00am to 1:00pm)
Time commitment: One half-day per week

Preferred commitment: We welcome applications from anyone able to volunteer regularly. While there is no minimum commitment, volunteers who stay for six months or longer often have the greatest impact and consistency for the refugees we support and allows volunteers to gain the most from their experience.

Expenses: Travel and lunch expenses reimbursed in line with our volunteer expenses policy.

Help Refugees Build Confidence and Independence

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in your local community?

The Refugee Council is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic volunteers to support refugees who have recently been resettled in Kent. This is a rewarding opportunity to help people rebuild their lives, develop confidence and become more independent as they settle into their new communities.

You do not need previous experience of working with refugees. We are looking for people who are patient, supportive, reliable and committed to helping others thrive. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

About the Role

As a Refugee Support Volunteer, you will work alongside our Kent Resettlement Team, helping refugees gain the confidence and skills needed to access services independently and participate fully in community life.

You may support people to:

• Learn how to use digital services and online accounts
• Access NHS, Universal Credit and immigration-related online systems
• Build confidence using email, websites and mobile apps
• Understand appointment booking systems and telephone services
• Discover local activities, services and community groups
• Develop social connections and reduce isolation
• Build confidence communicating directly with services and organisations

This is a person-centred role focused on encouraging independence through coaching and guided support rather than doing things for people.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences.

Someone who has:

• An Interest in refugee issues and social justice
• Good communication and listening skills
• Basic digital confidence
• Reliability and professionalism
• Respect for people from diverse backgrounds
• A willingness to learn and work as part of a team

You may be:

• Already involved in your local community and wanting to make a difference
• A student looking to gain experience in the charity sector
• Someone considering a career in social work, education, housing, health or community development
• Retired and looking to use your skills to support others in your local community

A second language is welcome but not essential.

What You'll Gain

Volunteering with the Refugee Council offers the chance to:

• Gain practical experience supporting refugees within a professional resettlement service
• Develop coaching, communication and interpersonal skills
• Learn about refugee experiences and the UK resettlement programme
• Build experience within the voluntary and community sector
• Receive comprehensive induction and role-specific training
• Access training and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced refugee support professionals
• Strengthen skills relevant to careers across the charity, public and community sectors

About Refugee Council

The Refugee Council is one of the UK's leading organisations supporting refugees and people seeking asylum. We work to help people rebuild their lives safely, integrate into local communities and achieve independence.

Our values are: Inclusive • Collaborative • Courageous • Respectful

Interested?

We would love to hear from you.

Help refugees rebuild their lives in Kent. Volunteer with the Refugee Council today.