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Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF)
Hybrid (UK-wide) | ~4 Board meetings per year + flexible participation options
Do you have personal experience of pulmonary fibrosis and want to use your voice to shape change?
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is the UK’s leading charity for people affected by pulmonary fibrosis. We are looking for a Trustee with lived experience to join our Board and help ensure the voices of patients, families and carers are at the heart of everything we do.
We recognise that living with pulmonary fibrosis can be challenging. We are committed to supporting Trustees in a way that works for them, including options to join meetings remotely where needed.
Why join APF?
Pulmonary fibrosis brings complex and often challenging experiences for individuals and those around them. At APF, we work to improve support, drive research, and influence policy and care so that people affected by pulmonary fibrosis are better supported at every stage of their journey.
As a Trustee, you will help ensure that lived experience shapes our decisions, priorities and culture, influencing how we design services, set direction and deliver meaningful change.
Who we’re looking for
We are particularly keen to hear from people who bring lived experience of pulmonary fibrosis, for example as a:
- Person living with pulmonary fibrosis
- Carer, family member or close supporter
- Someone closely affected by the condition
You do not need previous Board experience. We are looking for people who can:
- Share insight and perspective to inform strategic discussions
- Reflect the needs, challenges and priorities of the PF community
- Ask questions, contribute ideas and challenge constructively
- Work collaboratively and respectfully with others
We would also welcome, but do not require, experience in areas such as:
- HR, people management or organisational culture
- Fundraising, supporter engagement or community development
The role
As a Trustee, you will:
- Help shape APF’s strategy and long-term direction
- Ensure strong governance, accountability and financial oversight
- Bring lived experience insight into Board discussions and decisions
- Help ensure services, research, information and campaigns reflect real needs
- Highlight barriers, inequalities and opportunities for improvement
- Contribute to subcommittees or projects where your perspective adds value
Time commitment
- ~4 Board meetings per year, with flexibility to attend remotely where needed
- Preparation time for meetings
- Occasional participation in subcommittees or advisory work, depending on your interests
We will work with you to ensure participation is manageable and accessible.
This is a voluntary, unpaid role. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed, including travel and caring costs where needed.
Our commitment to inclusion
We want our Board to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including those who may not have held a trustee role before.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by pulmonary fibrosis.
The Organisation
Founded in 1946, United Bible Societies is a global fellowship of 156 Bible Societies working across more than 240 countries and territories, united by a shared mission: to make the Bible available and accessible to everyone, everywhere, in a language they understand and a format they can use.
Together, Bible Societies translate, publish, distribute, and support meaningful engagement with Scripture through a wide range of programmes and initiatives. Today, more than 6 billion people have access to the Bible in their heart language, with United Bible Societies having contributed to 70% of the world’s full Bible translations.
As the service organisation for the Fellowship, United Bible Societies Association provides strategic and operational support to help Bible Societies thrive in their local contexts. This includes translation and publishing expertise, international grant management, governance support, and organisational development.
As UBS celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026, the organisation continues to look ahead with ambition and commitment to its vision of “the Bible for everyone.”
The Role
We are pleased to present this opportunity to join United Bible Societies Association as an Independent Board Member and Chair of the Finance & Audit Committee. This is an opportunity to play an important role in supporting the governance, financial stewardship, and strategic direction of a global Christian organisation with significant international reach and impact.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Chairing the Finance & Audit Committee, including setting agendas and leading discussions across committee meetings each year.
- Playing a full and active role as a member of the Board of Trustees, contributing to the overall governance and strategic direction of UBSA.
- Overseeing financial governance, risk management, audit, and internal control arrangements across the organisation.
- Supporting and providing constructive challenge to the Finance Director and Chief Operating Officer.
- Monitoring the organisation’s financial health and ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.
- Ensuring appropriate controls are in place to manage risk, safeguard assets, and address conflicts of interest appropriately.
- Helping shape the effectiveness and composition of the Finance & Audit Committee to ensure an appropriate balance of skills and experience.
- Supporting the mission and values of the organisation and, as a Christian, being committed to the furtherance of Bible ministry within an inter-confessional context.
The Person
We are seeking a passionate, values-driven leader, inspired by our mission and ready to contribute their expertise, time, and insight. As an independent Board member you will work collaboratively with fellow Trustees to guide United Bible Societies Association through an evolving global landscape and help deliver meaningful, sustainable impact across the Fellowship.
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following:
- A committed Christian of any denominational background, with a passion for the Bible.
- Openness and respect for the diverse traditions within the Christian Church.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience in a strategic leadership role, ideally within an international context and familiarity with UK or comparable regulatory environments.
- Experience of committee work and strong understanding of good governance.
- Strategic thinking skills, sound independent judgement, and the ability to approach challenges creatively.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
- A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to exercise authority effectively within a collegiate Board environment.
- Openness to differing perspectives and the ability to engage constructively in robust discussion and debate.
- Experience in risk management, with an ability to balance prudent governance with faith-driven purpose.
- Independence: no prior service as a Board member or employee of a Bible Society.
WELCOME
The Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK (ACCT UK) is a 96-year-old national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people and is the official charity supporting the national youth movement known as the Army Cadet Force (ACF). We help disadvantaged young people access the opportunities and benefits available in the Army Cadet programme and, through doing so, enable them to develop and achieve their own potential. We provide grants both to individual cadets and cadet counties so that they can train, go on camps, and learn valuable new skills that will benefit them well into their adult lives. We also support the adult volunteers who deliver the training and whose support is vital to the work of the Army Cadets.
We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity. It is important for us to be representative of the community we serve, and this starts with the diversity of our board members. We ensure that all of our trustees are valued equally and able to contribute on an equal footing, regardless of their background or identity.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Finance specialist trustee will be an important member of ACCT UK’s Board. You would be part of our team of trustees overseeing the strategic direction of ACCT UK to ensure that it achieves its charitable objects with the particular role of monitoring its financial management. Our charity is financially secure and stable, nevertheless we are looking for an additional trustee with finance experience to work in partnership with the charity’s Treasurer (Chair of the Finance and General Purposes Committee) in monitoring the work of the Charity’s finance team, thus providing fellow board trustees with financial insight and reassurance. We would say it, wouldn’t we (!), but we think you would really enjoy being a trustee and also find it hugely satisfying and rewarding. A fuller description of the role is at Annex A.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are seeking a volunteer with a strong professional track record in finance or accountancy, who can provide senior level oversight on our Finance and General Purposes Committee. You will have an understanding of best practice in financial
reporting, controls and governance. A background in charity finance is not essential but would be advantageous. We are seeking a Trustee with sound judgement, the highest professional standards and integrity and strong communication skills who would enjoy contributing to the overall governance of the charity. This role would suit someone with a finance background looking for their first trustee position or who has been a Treasurer for a smaller charity and is not looking for a larger Treasurer role at this time.
TENURE
Once elected as a trustee, you will be asked to serve for a three-year term, following which by mutual agreement you could be elected for a further three-year term.
On election you will have a probationary period of 3 to 4 months depending on your joining date and dates of board meetings and committee group meetings. In the probationary period you should attend one board meeting and at least two committee meetings as a trustee. This will give you an insight into the work done by trustees and the commitment required to be a trustee and will allow both the board and you to assess whether this role is suitable for you. You will have full trustee voting rights during the probationary period.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.



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Do you have the experience and the drive to create change that aims to improve understanding, diagnosis and support for Endometriosis?
This is an exciting time to join the Endometriosis UK trustee board, as the organisation expands and develops to achieve the changes that are needed to support those affected by the disease and to drive down diagnosis time. With trustees coming to the end of their time on the Board, we are looking for a Treasurer and two further Trustees to build on this momentum to strengthen our organisation and bring about change for those with endometriosis. We have a skills-based board, with Trustees having one or more identified skills, with the overall membership of the Board providing the complete set of skills.
Endometriosis impacts on the physical and mental health of 10% of women and those assigned female at birth in the UK, from puberty to menopause - although the impact can be felt for life. Yet it’s a disease most people have never heard of, do not understand and the cause is not known. It costs the UK economy around £11 billion every year in healthcare costs, loss of work and treatments and yet it isn’t recognised by most employers. As the UK’s leading charity for all those affected by endometriosis, we’re determined to change this and ensure that everyone gets prompt diagnosis and the best treatment and support.
We’ve big ambitions in our strategy, focused on supporting those with endometriosis, driving down diagnosis times, campaigning for improved treatments and access to services, raising awareness, and leveraging more money into research. We place people with endometriosis at the heart of all we do, and with an average time to get a diagnosis of over 9 years, the cause of the disease unknown and no cure, there is so much more they need and want. If we get our work right, we really can make a difference to the 1.5 million women and those assigned female at birth with endometriosis in the UK – and all those diagnosed in the future.
The pandemic had a major knock-on effect to the treatment and management of endometriosis. Cancelled surgeries and appointments left those with endometriosis unable to access treatments and support or get a diagnosis. We have a big job to do, increasing the support we provide, reaching everyone affected by endometriosis and ensuring they get the support they need. Despite being small we’ve achieved a lot. But there is so much more we want to do.
1. Treasurer
We are currently recruiting for a Treasurer to join our friendly, dynamic, experienced and effective Board of Trustees. Trustees are recruited based on their skills and experience, and for this role we are particularly seeking someone who can bring strong financial expertise and strategic insight to the Board.
In addition to the Treasurer role listed above, we are also looking for two additional new Trustees to join our board.
2. Young Trustee
- Recent personal experience of the impact of living with endometriosis whilst at school
- Ability to bring insight and perspective about the experiences of a wide range of younger people living with endometriosis, including diagnosis
May 2026 - Willingness to take on an advocacy role and to share your story in the media and in other ways to support Endometriosis UK’s campaigning and communications work
- Please note that legally trustees must be over the age of 18 in England and that we will provide support to young trustees who are new to trusteeship.
3. Endometriosis UK Trustee
- Personal or professional experience of diversity and inclusion issues
- Currently living in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales
- Charity Trustee experience
- Charity Senior Management experience
- HR expertise
- NED experience
- Experience of grant making / philanthropy
Closing date for applications – 9th June 2026
Interviews will be held in June/July, with initial interviews being held virtually on request, carried out by a small panel of trustees.
The role will start at a Board meeting on 28th November 2026, when our current trustees reach the end of their 6-year term of office. Prior to the roles starting, incoming Trustees will have the opportunity to observe a Board meeting in September, and induction will be planned in October.
Our Network is here to offer those affected by endometriosis the support and information they need to understand the condition and take control


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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
We are looking to recruit a Communications Manager who can provide strong and stable operational management of the communications teams, directly supervising Senior Officers, while working with the departmental head to develop the department.
Responsibilities
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To provide effective operational management of teams within the Communications Department
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To directly provide guidance, support and direction to Senior Officers who oversee the teams within the department
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To welcome new volunteers to the department and work alongside the departmental heads to improve team culture
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To plan the work of the department and support with strategic decision making
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To provide support as required to ensure that the communications teams are achieving their goals and making progress
Requirements
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To have at least 2 years of communications and marketing experience
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To have demonstrated leadership skills in a previous professional setting
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To have held a management level position
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To have strong IT and digital working skills
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To be competent in the use of Canva, Wix and social media
Benefits
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This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
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Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why Volunteer with Us?
We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our volunteers and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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We are seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Communications to lead our communication efforts and enhance our visibility. The role involves working closely with the CEO and collaborating with other members of the operations team to develop and implement effective communication strategies that resonate with our stakeholders, support our growth and amplify our charity's impact. This individual will have a budget to conduct campaigns and work with our partners in communications to ultimately grow our donor base.
We are looking for someone based in the UK only.
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We’re looking for a new Brand, Communications and Creative Trustee who can use their skills to support our growing charity. In early 2026, CLAPA relaunched with a new brand identity. This role will ensure that our team are supported in brand and content strategy and making the most of the new brand for growth and engagement.
The Brand, Communications and Creative Trustee will participate in all areas of the charity’s governance with a special interest in brand strategy, content, communications and creative to support with the Board’s understanding and interpretation.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing CLAPA’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. You would be joining our board at an exciting time, as we continue to implement our 5-year strategy for 2025-2030.
About CLAPA
The Cleft Lip and Palate Action (CLAPA) is the national charity for people affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom.
CLAPA supports people affected by cleft to take control of their journey, connect with others, and use their voices to impact the future of care. Our vision is that no one affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom will go through their journey alone.
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Trustee Opportunities at Suffolk County Football Association
Do you want to help create positive change through football? By joining Suffolk FA as a Trustee, you can play an important role in shaping the future of grassroots football in the county and supporting an organisation that makes a real and lasting difference to people’s lives.
We are looking for people who share our values and are motivated by our mission. You do not need to have been a trustee before. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who can bring skills or experience in Digital Engagement and Communications and/or Risk Management, but above all we value curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn.
This is an opportunity to join a forward‑thinking, community‑focused charity and contribute your perspective, skills, and lived experience to help football be more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming for everyone.
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact, bringing fresh ideas, and helping shape a more inclusive game, we would love to hear from you.
Who is the Suffolk County Football Association?
Suffolk FA is the governing body for football in Suffolk and is part of the affiliated County network for the Football Association. Suffolk FA is also a registered charity with a role and remit to promote, develop and support participation, promote the game and support the health and wellbeing of the people of Suffolk.
Our purpose is to inspire positive change through football by driving the local game to unite communities. We tackle inequalities and improve the health and wellbeing of people across Suffolk. We work with 330 clubs representing players of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
What matters to Suffolk County Football Association?
Our vision? ‘A Thriving Local Game’, and we work across our whole football community and other partners to make this happen. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of what we do and this is underpinned by strong safeguarding.
Our values guide everything we do. We are Inclusive, Team-focused, Respectful, Open, Empowering, and Innovative. We expect all Trustees to model these behaviours and to act with integrity, fairness, and accountability in their role.
If you join us at Suffolk County Football Association…
You’ll be joining a committed and welcoming community of staff and volunteers who care deeply about the impact of their work.
Being a Trustee is a rewarding way to give back using your skills and experience, while also learning from others around the Board table. It’s an opportunity to contribute with purpose, build new knowledge, and grow your confidence in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying. It contains important details about the role and our organisation.
Don’t think you quite meet all the specifications? Please don’t count yourself out. We’d still love to learn more about your interest in joining Suffolk FA!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.
What’s next – how do I apply for the Trustee roles?
Eastside People is supporting the Suffolk County Football Association in the recruitment of these roles.
Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter both in Word doc format.
Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:
- Why are you interested in a Trustee role at Suffolk FA?
- Having read the information pack, what relevant experience and skills would you bring to the role? This might come from paid work, study, community or voluntary work or other experience.
You are welcome to send your cover letter in writing, or as a video or audio clip, alongside your CV.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 20th May. Online shortlisting interviews with Eastside People will take place shortly after. Face-to-face interviews with Suffolk FA will take place in the week commencing the 1st of June.
We acknowledge every application. You’ll always hear from us after taking the time to apply - we look forward to hearing from you!
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About YAUK
Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organisation that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects
that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.
Please note that this is a VOLUNTEER role.
We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.
We are looking to appoint a volunteer who has management experience and who is able to support the functions of our Communications & Marketing Department through the effective management of our marketing team and marketing policy. These functions include: website, social media, engagement, events and sponsorship (as a temporary function within this department).
Key accountabilities:
- Departmental strategic management
- Marketing policy development
- Social media output
- Website development and design
- Engagement and events
- To take part in department wider management and leadership activities
- To support the planning of department activities
- To take on line management roles as assigned
- To provide effective supervision and guidance to other volunteers as delegated
- To oversee departmental tasks
- To provide support and additional capacity with regards to progress of departmental relevant tasks
Requirements
- To have experience working in the charity sector or voluntary sector
- To have experience in managing a team of people/volunteers
- To be competent in IT, social media and website design
- To be an effective communicator and leader
- At least 7 or more years of relevant experience.
- Some experience (ideally 2 or more years) of managing or leading a team.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- IT literacy with own equipment (laptop and phone)
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
- Right to volunteer in the UK
Benefits
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This is a UK based 100% Fully remote and flexible role
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Supportive Team and Management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
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Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Why volunteer with us?
We are a supportive and friendly organisation that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.
We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please submit your application with a covering letter explaining how you need the requirements for this volunteering post. We would also love to hear about what motivates you and what you hope to gain from this volunteering post.
Upload your CV in a PDF format only, applications outside of this format may not be considered.
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Head of Marketing & Communications (MINDSET Charity) - VOLUNTEER ROLE
Remote | Approx. 3 hours per week | MINDSET Charity (UK)
Lead the voice, story, and national presence of a movement transforming men’s lives
MINDSET is building a new kind of men’s mental wellbeing and personal growth movement in the UK — one built on action, challenge, brotherhood, and real‑world transformation. We’re here to change the narrative for men, and we need a powerful, strategic communicator to help take this mission nationwide.
This is your chance to shape the public face of a charity that is ready to grow, ready to be seen, and ready to make a real difference.
Why This Role Matters
MINDSET’s programmes change men’s lives — but the country won’t feel that impact unless our story is told boldly, clearly, and consistently.
As Head of Marketing & Communications, you will be the architect of how MINDSET shows up in the world. Your leadership will help us:
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Reach men who need us
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Inspire volunteers to join us
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Build trust with partners and communities
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Establish MINDSET as a national voice for men’s wellbeing
This is a founding leadership role — you will help define the brand, tone, and public presence of MINDSET from the ground up.
What You’ll Lead
As our Head of Marketing & Communications, you will:
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Shape and lead MINDSET’s national marketing and communications strategy
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Build a strong, consistent brand identity across all platforms
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Manage and grow our social media presence with purpose and clarity
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Create compelling content that inspires men, volunteers, and supporters
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Oversee messaging for campaigns, programmes, events, and recruitment
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Support fundraising and partnership communications
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Guide a small team of volunteers (designers, social media leads, content creators) as the charity grows
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Ensure everything we publish reflects our mission, values, and tone
This role is remote, flexible, and ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in just a few hours each week.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
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A natural storyteller who understands how to move people
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Strategic, creative, and confident shaping a brand from scratch
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Experienced in marketing, communications, social media, or content creation
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Passionate about men’s wellbeing, personal growth, and community
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Excited by the idea of helping build a national movement
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Someone who loves turning ideas into campaigns that resonate
You do not need charity experience. You simply need experience and clarity, creativity, and a desire to help men live fuller, healthier lives.
What You’ll Be Part Of
MINDSET is redefining what men’s wellbeing can look like in the UK. We’re building a movement that helps men grow through:
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Challenge
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Accountability
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Brotherhood
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Purpose
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Real‑world action
Your work will ensure that this message reaches the men who need it most — and that MINDSET becomes a recognised, trusted, national presence.
If you want to help put MINDSET on the map across the UK…
We’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the voice of a movement built to change men’s lives.
To empower men across England to take charge of their mental wellbeing and personal growth through connection, conversation, and community.
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Role Purpose
The Manager leads the Ethics Team as a volunteer, ensuring that all research conducted across the organisation meets high ethical standards. They translate strategic goals into practical plans, support volunteers in their development, and maintain a positive, inclusive team culture. The Manager provides oversight, guidance and operational leadership to ensure ethical, responsible and consistent research practice.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead, motivate and support the Ethics Team to deliver high‑quality ethical oversight.
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Translate strategic objectives into clear operational plans and manageable tasks.
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Allocate volunteer capacity effectively and ensure smooth day‑to‑day functioning.
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Provide expert guidance on ethical standards, research integrity and data management.
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Support project teams in designing ethically robust research methodologies.
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Make operational decisions that maintain compliance and effective team performance.
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Monitor and evaluate volunteer performance, supporting development and confidence‑building.
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Promote a positive, inclusive and supportive volunteer environment.
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Resolve conflict, encourage collaboration and strengthen team cohesion.
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Supervise Senior Officers/Senior Researchers/Senior Advisors and provide ongoing support.
Competency Requirements (Manager)
To succeed in this volunteer leadership role, the Manager should demonstrate:
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Strong ethical awareness and the ability to guide others in applying ethical principles.
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Clear, confident and sensitive communication skills.
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Collaborative leadership that encourages shared responsibility for ethical practice.
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Professionalism, integrity and fairness in all interactions.
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Confident problem‑solving and risk‑aware decision‑making.
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The ability to translate strategy into practical, achievable plans.
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Supportive people‑management skills, including coaching, feedback and conflict resolution.
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Effective resource and capacity management.
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A commitment to volunteer wellbeing and positive team culture.
Role Requirements (Manager)
Because this is a senior volunteer leadership role, the following experience is required:
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At least 4 years of experience conducting research and managing ethical considerations, including applying ethical frameworks and handling data responsibly.
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A minimum of 2 years of progressive supervision experience in a research or ethics‑related context (e.g., supervising researchers, overseeing ethical review processes, or leading project teams).
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A strong understanding of research governance, ethical risk and responsible data management.
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Experience supporting others’ development, ideally in a volunteer or mixed‑experience environment.
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HEAD OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS (VOLUNTEER ROLE)
SUNSHINE Charity – Because No One Should Live in Lockdown Forever
Do you remember lockdown?
- The silence.
- The uncertainty.
- The feeling of being cut off from the world.
- The ache of missing people, connection, life.
Now imagine living like that every single day — not because of a pandemic, but because loneliness has quietly become someone’s normal.
At SUNSHINE, we refuse to let that be anyone’s story. Not in London. Not in our communities. Not while we’re here.
We’re here to bring back warmth, connection and joy — and we need someone extraordinary to help us tell that story to the world.
Who We Are
SUNSHINE is a brand‑new, grassroots, 100% volunteer‑powered charity on a mission to brighten the lives of people experiencing loneliness and social isolation. We’re small, passionate, and building something hopeful from the ground up. We’re awaiting our charity number — but our mission is already alive, growing and ready to shine.
Now we need someone who can help the world see us.
Your Role: Head of Marketing & Communications
This is your chance to shape the voice, identity and public presence of a charity from day one.
We need a creative, strategic, heart‑led communicator who can:
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Raise awareness of SUNSHINE across London and beyond
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Build our brand identity and ensure our message is warm, human and unforgettable
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Attract service users who need us
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Inspire volunteers who want to join us
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Engage supporters, funders and donors who believe in our mission
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Lead our digital presence, including social media, website content and storytelling
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Create campaigns that cut through the noise and make people feel something
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Champion our values in every message, every post, every piece of communication
You’ll be the one who helps SUNSHINE be seen, heard and felt.
Your work will help someone discover a lifeline. Your words will help someone feel less alone. Your storytelling will help us grow into the charity we’re meant to be.
Who You Are
- You’re someone who understands the power of a story.
- You know how to make people stop scrolling, stop thinking, and start feeling.
- You’re creative, strategic, and excited by the idea of building a brand from scratch.
- Maybe you’ve worked in marketing, communications, PR, digital media, branding or content creation.
- Maybe you’ve led campaigns or built communities online.
- Maybe you’ve helped organisations grow their visibility and voice.
What matters most is your passion, your imagination, and your belief that connection can change lives.
Why Join Us Now?
Because this is the moment everything begins.
You won’t just be promoting a charity — you’ll be helping to build it. Your ideas will shape our identity. Your creativity will shape our reach. Your voice will shape our future.
If you want to be part of something hopeful, human and life‑changing, this is your moment.
How to Apply
Send us your CV and a short statement about why this role speaks to you.
We welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences and walks of life.
Let’s make SUNSHINE impossible to ignore — together.
SUNSHINE is a small grassroots charity that works to reduce loneliness & help people feel more connected: through projects, partnerships & community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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 seeking an Email Marketing & Retention Manager to help build, improve, and manage the communication systems that support audience engagement, membership retention, fundraising campaigns, and community growth across the organisation.
About the role:
As Email Marketing & Retention Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing email marketing strategies, retention campaigns, and audience communication systems that strengthen relationships with members, supporters, and the wider community.
You will help create structured communication journeys that improve engagement, increase retention, and support organisational growth through ethical and mission-aligned marketing practices.
This role sits at the intersection of CRM management, analytics, automation, content strategy, and customer experience. Your work will directly affect how people connect with the organisation, engage with campaigns, participate in membership services, and remain informed about our work and mission.
Experience Qualification and Requirements
Formal qualifications are desirable but STRONG experience, initiative, and passion beat and top this always.
Main Responsibilities / Key Duties
· Develop, manage, and optimise email marketing campaigns across onboarding, newsletters, fundraising, retention, and community engagement.
· Build and maintain automated communication workflows and audience journeys.
· Manage audience segmentation to ensure communications are personalised, relevant, and effective.
· Work with the Analytics and Insights team to monitor, analyse, reforecast, and report campaign performance.
· Track retention, engagement, conversion, and communication performance metrics.
· Collaborate with design and content teams to create engaging email templates, messaging, and campaign visuals.
· Ensure consistency in tone, branding, and messaging across all communication channels.
· Manage CRM systems, subscriber databases, and email marketing platforms effectively.
· Ensure accurate data flows between CRM systems, automation tools, and analytics platforms.
· Support fundraising and promotional campaigns through strategic communication planning.
· Implement A/B testing and optimisation strategies to improve campaign performance and engagement.
· Monitor the effectiveness of offers, promotions, and retention campaigns within target audiences.
· Maintain audience lists and communication systems in compliance with GDPR and ethical data practices.
· Support the development of long-term retention and community engagement strategies.
· Document workflows, reporting processes, and campaign structures clearly for continuity and collaboration.
· Work within existing organisational systems while recommending improvements where appropriate.
· Collaborate with safeguarding, digital, and operations teams when handling sensitive or protected audience data.
Essential Skills and Experience
· Minimum of 3+ years experience in Email Marketing, CRM, or Retention Management.
· Strong experience managing email marketing campaigns from planning through execution and reporting.
· Practical experience using email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp, HubSpot, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Klaviyo, or similar systems.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Experience using analytics and data insights to improve audience engagement and retention.
· Ability to manage multiple campaigns, workflows, and deadlines effectively.
· Understanding of CRM systems, automation tools, and audience segmentation strategies.
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
· Ability to work collaboratively across digital, design, and content teams.
· Understanding of GDPR principles and ethical communication practices.
· Equivalent professional or voluntary experience accepted.
Desirable Skills and Experience
· Experience working within non-profit, CIC, advocacy, or community-led organisations.
· Experience supporting fundraising or membership campaigns.
· Familiarity with SMS marketing, push notifications, or multi-channel retention systems.
· Experience building automated customer or member journeys.
· Understanding of behavioural engagement and retention strategy.
· Experience using reporting dashboards and campaign analytics tools.
· Experience working in media, education, healing, or social impact environments.
What This Role Requires:
· Strong understanding of email marketing systems and retention strategy.
· Ability to create audience-focused communication campaigns.
· Understanding of CRM management and audience segmentation.
· Confidence working with analytics, reporting, and performance tracking.
· Ability to work independently while collaborating within wider digital systems.
· Comfort working within safeguarding, ethical communication, and data protection frameworks.
· formal qualifications is desirable but STRONG experience and passion beats and tops this always.
What This Role Offers You:
· Founding role in a community-owned digital infrastructure and communications project.
· Leadership-level experience building ethical communication systems for social impact.
· Opportunity to develop advanced skills in CRM, retention, automation, and digital engagement strategy.
· Direct contribution to education, membership, healing, and survivor-centred services.
· Experience working alongside digital teams, strategists, designers, and systems leads.
· Priority consideration for future paid roles as the C.I.C. becomes financially sustainable.
What This Role Is Not For:
· People only interested in commercial or profit-driven marketing.
· Anyone uncomfortable working with serious or sensitive subject matter.
· Those seeking immediate or guaranteed income.
· Individuals unwilling to work with data, reporting, or structured communication systems.
· People who prefer not to work within shared systems, ethical standards, and collaborative processes.
If you believe communication should build trust, empower communities, and strengthen collective growth — and that ethical digital engagement can support healing, education, and social transformation — this role gives you the chance to help build the communication foundations of Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Job description:
We are looking for few candidates to join our volunteer human resource programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field. While we only have few vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria.
About the Role
The HR Programme Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the HR Programme and managing the HR Liaison. This position ensures the successful delivery of the HR Programme, aligning it with organisational goals and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. The Programme Manager will work closely with senior leadership, Heads of Department (HoDs), and the HR Liaison to design, implement, and refine the programme, ensuring it meets the needs of participants and the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Oversight of the HR Programme
- Develop and execute the strategic vision for the HR Programme, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
- Collaborate with the Director: HRBP, Legal, IT & HR Programme to define programme goals, KPIs, and success metrics.
- Continuously evaluate and refine the programme to address emerging needs and industry trends.
2. Team Leadership & Management
- Manage and mentor the HR Liaison, providing guidance and support to ensure effective programme execution.
- Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture, encouraging innovation and accountability.
3. Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Heads of Department (HoDs) and external partners to ensure programme relevance and impact.
- Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, providing regular updates on programme progress and outcomes.
4. Programme Design & Implementation
- Oversee the design and delivery of HR Programme content, ensuring it meets the developmental needs of participants.
- Coordinate with internal and external facilitators to deliver high-quality training sessions, workshops, and resources.
- Ensure the integration of feedback from participants and stakeholders to enhance programme effectiveness.
5. Monitoring & Evaluation
- Establish a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track participant progress and programme impact.
- Analyse data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare comprehensive reports for senior leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations.
6. Communication & Advocacy
- Promote the HR Programme across the organisation, ensuring high visibility and engagement.
- Develop communication strategies to highlight success stories and programme benefits.
Required Skills
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align the HR Programme with organisational goals and adapt to changing priorities.
- Leadership & Team Management: Proven experience in leading and mentoring teams to achieve results.
- Stakeholder Management: Exceptional relationship-building skills to engage and influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Project Management: Strong organisational skills to manage complex programmes, budgets, and timelines.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate programme vision and outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in programme management, learning and development, or a related field.
- Experience in designing and implementing professional development programmes.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Benefits:
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Are you sure you can commit to this being a non-paid role?
- Can you commit to 16 weeks ?
- Do you have access to personal PC or laptop?
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At the heart of Ronald McDonald House Charities, is a simple belief: families belong together, especially when a child is seriously ill. Every day, we support parents, siblings and carers at one of the most challenging moments of their lives, offering not just a place to stay, but space to breathe, connect and cope.
We are the UK’s leading provider of family accommodation, with a network of 14 Houses supporting around 530 families each night. Thousands more families use our Houses each year as a place to rest, refresh and gather strength before returning to their child’s bedside. Yet demand continues to exceed supply, and too many families are still facing long commutes, sleepless nights on hospital chairs or in cars.
Over the next five years, our ambition is clear: to help more families and to serve them better, expanding both our accommodation and our programme of emotional and practical support. To help guide us through this pivotal phase, we are seeking to appoint two new Trustees to our Board:
- Trustee – Paediatric Experience: We are looking for a Trustee with significant paediatric expertise and a strong understanding of the clinical and hospital environment. This may be from a senior paediatric, nursing or allied health background, or with strategic or operational experience from the children’s health sector. You will bring insight into the realities facing children, families and healthcare teams, helping the Board make informed, compassionate decisions.
- Trustee – Finance & Investments: We are also seeking a Trustee with strong finance experience, including knowledge of investments. You will provide strategic oversight and constructive challenge around financial sustainability, reserves, investment strategy and stewardship, supporting our long term growth and resilience.
We are committed to building a Board that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences. We warmly welcome applications from first time trustees as well as those with prior board experience, and we are particularly interested in candidates who bring empathy and a deep understanding of the challenges families face during a child’s hospital stay.
We begin this next chapter from a position of strength, with the continued backing of the McDonald’s system alongside a clear ambition to diversify income and strengthen our organisation. By 2029, we aim to grow income to over £20m while reducing reliance on any single source.
If you share our values and want to help shape a future where more families are supported, together, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply
To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. Applications should include a CV and a covering letter explaining why you would like to join our Board and how your skills, experience and values would enable you to make a strong contribution as a Trustee at Ronald McDonald House Charities. If you would like an informal discussion about the opportunities, please email Mark Crowley at Tall Roots.


