Volunteer development officer volunteer roles

The difference you will make to cats and people

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.
 

You can expect us to

• make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
• support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
• cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities

What we need from you

You'll be:

• supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• keeping financial records from fundraising events
• encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection 
• following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

Time expectation

Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

You may be just the volunteer we've been looking for!

We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.

Job Description

Founding Volunteer Digital Marketing Director

Job Title

Founding Volunteer Digital Marketing Director

Location

Fully Remote

Hours

Flexible dedication

Reporting To

Podcast Production Director

About Us

Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C is a pioneering Podcast/YouTube Channel and healing membership organisation dedicated to providing a platform for survivors and whistleblowers to share lived experiences, expose systemic failures, and promote healing through culturally trauma-informed care.

We are a mission-driven, collective-focused C.I.C building a movement that combines healing, re-education, empowerment, and truth-based storytelling. Through our podcast, digital content, educational initiatives, and healing-centred community, we aim to challenge generational cycles, expose hidden truths, advocate for justice, and inspire transformation.

Our content focuses on:

• Survivors of CSA, RSA, CT, and CA stories

• Whistleblowers and retired experts

• Generational trauma and healing

• Youth empowerment and education

• Community transformation through honest storytelling

Job Purpose

The Founding Volunteer Digital Marketing Director will play a leading role in shaping and driving the organisation’s digital growth, audience engagement, visibility, and marketing strategy.

You will oversee the development and execution of digital marketing initiatives that amplify our mission, expand community reach, strengthen audience relationships, and support long-term organisational growth.

This role requires leadership, creativity, strategic thinking, collaboration, organisation, and a passion for advocacy, healing, and truth-based storytelling.

About the Role

The Founding Volunteer Digital Marketing Director will:

• Lead the organisation’s overall digital marketing strategy

• Develop campaigns that increase visibility, engagement, and audience growth

• Oversee digital outreach across:

  • social media

  • email marketing

  • SEO

  • podcast promotion

  • YouTube growth

  • community campaigns

• Support audience acquisition and retention strategies

• Help shape the organisation’s digital identity and online presence

• Collaborate with outreach, SEO, content, production, and creative teams

• Analyse performance metrics and recommend growth improvements

• Assist in building scalable marketing systems and workflows

• Help lead and coordinate volunteer marketing contributors as the organisation grows

This role is ideal for someone passionate about building meaningful impact through digital media, storytelling, and community-focused advocacy.

Main Responsibilities / Key Duties

• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies

• Lead audience growth and engagement initiatives

• Support podcast, YouTube, and website promotion

• Oversee campaign planning and execution

• Coordinate marketing calendars and communication activities

• Analyse digital performance metrics and audience trends

• Improve brand visibility and online reach

• Collaborate across creative, outreach, and production teams

• Help establish scalable systems and workflows

• Support membership growth, partnerships, and community engagement efforts

• Assist in mentoring or coordinating volunteer contributors where needed

Skills, Experience & Requirements

Essential Skills & Qualities

Leadership & Strategy

• Strong leadership and organisational skills

• Strategic thinker with growth-oriented mindset

• Ability to coordinate projects and teams effectively

• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Marketing & Digital Growth

• Understanding of digital marketing principles

• Knowledge of audience engagement and growth strategies

• Experience with content promotion and digital campaigns

• Ability to analyse campaign and audience performance

Communication & Collaboration

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within a remote team

• Professional and mission-aligned communication style

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about advocacy, healing, education, and social impact

• Self-motivated and proactive

• Creative and adaptable

• Calm under pressure and solution-focused

• Mission-driven with strong commitment to community impact

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following areas is desirable but not essential:

• Digital marketing strategy

• Social media marketing

• SEO and content optimisation

• Email marketing and automation

• Podcast or YouTube growth strategy

• Campaign management

• Media production or journalism

• Community engagement and audience retention

• Branding and communications

• Analytics and reporting

• Leadership or team coordination

• NGO, advocacy, or mission-driven organisations

Experience using tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Mailchimp

• Canva

• HubSpot

• SEMrush

would be beneficial but not essential.

Lived experience, passion, initiative, determination, and alignment with our mission are equally valued.

What You Will Gain

• Founding leadership experience within a purpose-driven media organisation

• Opportunity to shape and lead the organisation’s digital marketing direction from the ground up

• Direct involvement in a platform advocating for healing, justice, and truth

• Hands-on experience building campaigns, systems, and audience growth strategies

• Leadership and portfolio-building opportunities

• Long-term opportunities as the organisation expands globally

• Potential pathway into paid leadership opportunities as funding and growth increase

We believe in collectivism over individualism. As the platform grows, your opportunities, leadership, and influence grow with it.

Additional Notes

This role may not be suitable for individuals who:

• Prefer low-responsibility volunteer work

• Dislike leadership, planning, or strategic decision-making

• Are seeking immediate paid employment

• Prefer avoiding collaboration or team coordination responsibilities

• Are uncomfortable working with advocacy or sensitive social topics

Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in a practical discussion focused on digital growth strategy, campaign ideas, audience engagement, leadership approach, and long-term vision planning.

Job Description

Volunteer Digital Marketing Director (Team Lead)

Job Title

Volunteer Digital Marketing Director (Team Lead)

Location

Fully Remote

Hours

Flexible dedication

Reporting To

Podcast Production Director

About Us

Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C is a pioneering Podcast/YouTube Channel and healing membership organisation dedicated to providing a platform for survivors and whistleblowers to share lived experiences, expose systemic failures, and promote healing through culturally trauma-informed care.

We are a mission-driven, collective-focused C.I.C building a movement that combines healing, re-education, empowerment, and truth-based storytelling. Through our podcast, digital content, educational initiatives, and healing-centred community, we aim to challenge generational cycles, expose hidden truths, advocate for justice, and inspire transformation.

Our content focuses on:

• Survivors of CSA, RSA, CT, and CA stories

• Whistleblowers and retired experts

• Generational trauma and healing

• Youth empowerment and education

• Community transformation through honest storytelling

Job Purpose

The Volunteer Digital Marketing Director (Team Lead) will oversee and coordinate the organisation’s digital marketing activities while helping lead a growing team of volunteers focused on audience growth, engagement, and online visibility.

You will play a key role in developing and implementing digital marketing strategies that strengthen the organisation’s online presence, increase community engagement, support campaign growth, and help amplify our mission globally.

This role requires leadership, creativity, organisation, strategic thinking, communication skills, and a passion for advocacy, healing, and purpose-driven storytelling.

About the Role

The Volunteer Digital Marketing Director (Team Lead) will:

• Lead and coordinate digital marketing volunteers and contributors

• Develop and oversee digital marketing campaigns and audience growth strategies

• Support visibility across:

  • social media platforms

  • podcast platforms

  • YouTube

  • email campaigns

  • website content

  • digital outreach initiatives

• Collaborate with SEO, outreach, content, production, and creative teams

• Support branding, messaging, and community engagement strategies

• Help build systems, workflows, and scalable marketing processes

• Monitor campaign performance and audience analytics

• Assist in planning promotional activities, launches, and awareness campaigns

• Encourage collaboration, accountability, and team development within the marketing department

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining leadership, creativity, strategy, and social impact through digital media and storytelling.

Main Responsibilities / Key Duties

• Lead and support the digital marketing team

• Develop and implement audience growth strategies

• Coordinate digital campaigns and promotional activities

• Oversee social media and content promotion strategies

• Assist with podcast and YouTube marketing initiatives

• Monitor marketing performance and engagement metrics

• Help improve audience retention and community participation

• Maintain organised systems, schedules, and communication workflows

• Support cross-team collaboration and project coordination

• Contribute ideas for digital innovation and organisational growth

Skills, Experience & Requirements

Essential Skills & Qualities

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to coordinate and motivate a remote volunteer team

• Organised and proactive approach to teamwork and planning

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Marketing & Digital Strategy

• Understanding of digital marketing principles

• Knowledge of audience engagement and online growth strategies

• Creative and strategic thinking abilities

• Understanding of content promotion and branding

Communication & Collaboration

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Collaborative and professional working style

• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about advocacy, healing, education, and social impact

• Self-motivated and adaptable

• Calm under pressure and solution-focused

• Mission-driven and community-oriented

• Resilient, creative, and resourceful

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following areas is desirable but not essential:

• Digital marketing management

• Social media strategy

• SEO and audience growth

• Email marketing campaigns

• Podcast or YouTube promotion

• Team leadership or project coordination

• Media production or journalism

• Community engagement initiatives

• Branding and communications

• Analytics and reporting

• NGO or advocacy-focused campaigns

Experience using tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Canva

• Mailchimp

• HubSpot

• SEMrush

would be beneficial but not essential.

Lived experience, passion, determination, initiative, and alignment with our mission are equally valued.

What You Will Gain

• Leadership experience within a purpose-driven media organisation

• Opportunity to help shape and grow a digital marketing department

• Hands-on experience managing campaigns, systems, and audience engagement strategies

• Direct involvement in a platform advocating for healing, justice, and truth

• Team leadership and portfolio-building opportunities

• Long-term growth opportunities as the organisation expands globally

• Potential pathway into paid leadership opportunities as funding and growth increase

We believe in collectivism over individualism. As the platform grows, your opportunities, leadership, and influence grow with it.

Additional Notes

This role may not be suitable for individuals who:

• Prefer low-responsibility volunteer work

• Dislike leadership or team coordination responsibilities

• Are seeking immediate paid employment

• Prefer avoiding strategic planning or collaboration

• Are uncomfortable working with advocacy or sensitive social topics

Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in a practical discussion focused on digital marketing strategy, campaign planning, leadership approach, audience engagement, and collaborative workflow management.

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented HR Assistant to support our recruitment and volunteer coordination processes. In this role, you will work closely with the HR & Recruitment Officer to help deliver an efficient and inclusive recruitment experience, from advertising roles through to onboarding new volunteers.

A key part of this role involves maintaining accurate records within our CRM system to support recruitment and onboarding activities.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in HR and recruitment within a grassroots charity environment.

Hidayah is a UK-based charity that supports LGBTQI+ Muslims by creating safe, inclusive spaces and promoting wellbeing, inclusion, and social justice.

Key Responsibilities

You will support a range of recruitment and administrative activities, including:

• Assisting with the creation and posting of job adverts and volunteer opportunities
• Supporting recruitment activities, including screening applications and scheduling interviews
• Maintaining accurate candidate and volunteer records using the organisation’s CRM system
• Assisting with onboarding tasks such as collecting documents and reference checks
• Supporting the development, review, and organisation of HR policies and procedures
• Contributing ideas and initiatives that help promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Communicating professionally with applicants and volunteers via email and other platforms
• Updating and organising documents within shared systems such as Google Drive
• Supporting inclusive, fair, and transparent recruitment practices
• Attending monthly check-in meetings with the HR & Recruitment Officer
• Assisting with general HR and administrative tasks where required

• Person Specification

• Essential Criteria

• Strong organisational and administrative skills 

• High level of attention to detail 

• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism 

• Good written and verbal communication skills 

• Confidence using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) 

• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines independently 

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion 

• Alignment with the values and mission of Hidayah LGBTQI+ 

• Desirable Criteria

• Experience using CRM systems or applicant tracking systems 

• Previous experience in recruitment, HR, or volunteer coordination 

• Understanding of inclusive recruitment and accessibility best practices 

• Awareness of challenges facing LGBTQI+ Muslims and other marginalised communities 

• Experience working or volunteering within a charity or community-based organisation 

• Time Commitment

• This is a flexible voluntary role that can be carried out alongside other commitments, provided agreed tasks are completed on time.

• Minimum of 2 hours per week, with the opportunity to contribute additional hours if available 

• Flexible working schedule 

• Attendance at a monthly check-in meeting 

• Benefits of Volunteering

• Make a meaningful impact within the LGBTQI+ Muslim community 

• Be part of a values-driven organisation promoting inclusion and social justice 

• Gain hands-on HR and recruitment experience 

• Develop professional, organisational, and interpersonal skills 

• Expand your professional network 

• Receive a reference for your CV

As Volunteer Company Secretary, you will be the "conscience of the charity," ensuring that our Trustee and Executive Team operates within its legal and regulatory framework to ensure our beneficiaries receive the highest standard of care and support. 

This is a vital role at the heart of the charity’s operations and offers the opportunity to help shape the governance of a high-impact charity. 

You will provide the bridge between the Board and the executive team, contributing directly to the Trust’s mission by underpinning strong governance and accountability at Board level. By ensuring compliance, transparency, and well-run meetings, you will support the Trustee and executive team to make informed strategic decisions that enhance opportunities, independence, and wellbeing for adults with neuro-disabilities. 

You will:  

• Manage our core administration, ensuring governance and compliance documents, records and processes are kept up to date; including managing filings with Companies House and the Charity Commission, and managing the conflicts of interest register.
• Support the Board and CEO with meeting management; helping to prepare agendas, minutes, board packs and maintain a robust rolling action log.
• Ensure good governance, keeping us aligned with legal and regulatory requirements; always advising best practice and updating the board on the Charity Governance Code.
• Support the Trustee onboarding process, helping us to stay structured and efficient. 
• Be the organisational backbone, helping Minstead Trust to stay steady, safe and well run.

What are we looking for?  

• Commitment to our Mission: an understanding of, or interest in, the challenges faced by those living with neuro-disabilities and a willingness to lead according to our values.  
• Detail-Oriented: a "right first time" approach to legal documentation.  
• Discretion: the ability to handle sensitive clinical or financial information with absolute confidentiality.  
• Ability to think creatively and strategically and exercise good, independent judgement. 

About you: 

• You’re someone who loves order, clarity and good organisation. 
• You’re reliable, detail focused and calm under pressure. 
• You have prior experience as a Company Secretary, Governance Officer, or Senior Administrator, ideally within the UK charity or public sector. (Essential) 
• You have a high level of digital literacy (e.g., Board portals, MS Teams/Zoom, SharePoint).  
• You have exceptional minute-taking skills and the ability to synthesize complex discussions into concise, professional records.  
• You care deeply about people and want to use your skills to make a real difference. 
• You’re an effective team player. 
• You’re simply brilliant at keeping things running smoothly!

This role is voluntary, but you will be supported by a professional team across Finance, People & Culture and Administration to ensure you are able to operate effectively.  Reasonable out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed. 

About us: 

Our Vision at Minstead Trust is to live in a society where people with neuro-disabilities enjoy fulfilling lives of their own choosing.

Our Mission is to support them to fully develop their individual potential by providing opportunities, enhancing life skills, ensuring informed choice, and influencing society 

We encourage all our volunteers to uphold our values and to embrace who we are:  

We appreciate each person. Everyone is different – we respect and celebrate this.

We’re always learning. We all have something to offer and more to learn.

We’re always improving. Striving to give our best and to have more impact.

We push for change. We will challenge society to be fully inclusive.

We find the joy in everyday life. We have the freedom to be ourselves and enjoy what we do. 

About us

The CFDN is a registered charity and voluntary organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families of all faiths and none across Essex & East London. Our mission is simple but important: to serve people with disabilities and their families by creating a supportive community and promoting opportunity through our network and events.​

Our charity is run by volunteers and led by our trustees and CEO, who are dedicated to keeping our community strong and vibrant. From swimming events at Leyton Lagoon to family disco's, bi-weekly pub group for adults, Saturday club for adults, theatre trips, family BBQs, seaside coach trips, adventure days at Lambourne End Centre for Outdoor Learning and much more, we offer a diverse range of events to suit everyone's interests.
 

Introduction

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team of Volunteer Community Fundraisers and Event Coordinators. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families and contribute to the betterment of your community. This is a rewarding and fulfilling role that allows you to share your skills, experiences, creativity, have fun and give back.

Please note this is not a paid role but the volunteer will be able to claim reasonable expenses in line with policy. We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of 4 hours a month.

Location: Across East London and Essex, including Redbridge, Waltham Forest and Havering

Our Charity

The CFDN charity has been in existence since 1962 servicing people with disabilities and their families of all faiths and none across Essex and East London. We rely on our dedicated volunteers to help us support our community and enable people with disabilities with the social, emotional, spiritual and material support they may need.

Many of our volunteers have been with us for 20+ years, and we are looking to extend our dynamic and diverse workforce of volunteers and staff.

Responsibilities

- Help plan, organise and run fundraising initiatives and events

- Market and promote our events and activities across your area

- Assist with project management, including planning, organising, and executing community fundraising projects and events at a local level

- Participate in fundraising efforts face-to-face, online or remotely to support community programs

- Keep up to date with compliance, statutory and mandatory training provided by the charity. Opportunities to learn and develop.

- Promote a fun, welcoming and inclusive environment for our members.

- Work with other fundraisers and give feedback to the CEO and Trustees on fundraising activities and achievements

- Perform administrative tasks such as record keeping, event details, incident reporting and data entry

- Help execute the charity strategic plan and achieve our financial targets to continue our services for many years to come.

Experience

- You must have a genuine desire to help others.

- An understanding of the needs of people with disabilities or SEN or experience in supporting a family member/friend with SEND is desirable.

- Knowledge of event organising or the ability to learn

- Experience in fundraising events and activities or the desire to learn

- Good communication skills

- Ability to use a computer and access our central volunteer hub online

- Organisational skills for administrative abilities

This role is working with vulnerable adults and children; therefore, a satisfactory recruitment process and Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the adult and child barring lists, are required for the role.

As a Community Fundraising Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in project management, leadership, and community engagement with the ability to progress skillsets and job opportunities.

Join our team today and be part of a positive community.

About IRMO

IRMO works to enable the development, agency, and participation of Latin Americans and other Spanish and Portuguese speakers, by responding to both immediate needs and structural inequalities. We do this by offering high-quality information and advice services, opportunities for development and training, and a platform to seek social and systemic change. Our work is organised across three main operational areas - Advice and Casework; Education, Training and Employment; Children and Young People, and a cross-cutting area - Advocacy, Research and Campaigning. 

About the role

The Communication & Outreach Volunteer will work closely with the Communications, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (CMEL), assisting in a variety of outreach and communication tasks. This new role will support the communication of the impact of IRMO’s work externally and, crucially, spend time in the community promoting our services directly. 

By supporting this area of our work, you will play a key role in promoting our services, projects and activities to the Latin American community both in-person through outreach activities such as flyering and attending events, and online through the creation of social media posts. 

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to develop their communication, design or promotional skills and professional experience. They will also be able to use their language, creative and interpersonal skills in a positive and impactful way. 

This role is particularly suited to someone who wants to volunteer with IRMO but wants the flexibility to complete their volunteering tasks on a schedule that best suits their availability and enjoys a flexible working environment. The post-holder will be expected to travel to community hubs regularly, but will also be able to complete tasks at IRMO’s offices or remotely. 

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Personally distributing flyers, posters and informative material to key community hubs such as libraries, shops, cafés and churches

• Support with the creation, translation and dissemination of informative material, such as social media posts, videos and printed leaflets

• Create visuals, flyers, posters and other materials using online tools such as Canva or Adobe Photoshop

• Occasionally accompany the CMEL officer to events or activities to take photos and videos, which can be used online

• Assisting the CMEL officer in actively promoting activities, services and events through different channels

We are looking for someone who is/has:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish or Portuguese and good written English

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience or interest in using creative tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite 

• Experience or interest in social media management 

• Experience or interest in creating video or photo content

• Ability to work individually and a willingness to engage with community members 

• Confident and enthusiastic about working in a multicultural and multilingual environment

• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision

• Commitment to IRMO's mission, vision and values

Additional requirements

• Two references from current/previous employers

• Basic DBS check (completed through IRMO)

• Safeguarding Level 1 certificate (completed through IRMO)

• One-month trial period

Benefits of volunteering at IRMO

• You will get the opportunity to help others and to give back

• You will learn new skills and gain experience working in a multicultural, cooperative and inspiring environment

• You will get involved with the Latin American Community and increase your knowledge of the situation of Latin American migrants in the UK

• You will gain valuable experience and strengthen previous skills to help prepare yourself for the UK’s competitive job market

• You will enhance your CV and get references (after a 3-month period) for further support with employability

• You will have the opportunity to participate in training sessions with high-quality learning outcomes (in-house and external) in areas related to the role

• You will receive regular supervision and support

At IRMO, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We actively encourage applications from individuals with protected characteristics, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and age. 

We particularly invite Latin Americans, those who identify as members of underrepresented and marginalised communities, and individuals with lived experience of the immigration and asylum system, to reflect the community we serve. 

We are dedicated to ensuring accessibility in our recruitment process and volunteer opportunities. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know, and we will make necessary accommodations.

About this Role: Volunteer Financial Specialist

Location: Remote

Commitment: Part-time (Volunteer, Pro Bono)

Hours: 10–15 hours per week

Duration: Minimum 3- 6 months

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:

• Consistent weekly availability

• Timely communication and responsiveness

• Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through

• Participation in team meetings and workflows

• Alignment with organizational values and processes

About Solution Community

Solution Community is an international 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization building a global platform that connects nonprofits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers to drive actionable social change. With volunteers from 70+ countries and contributors from world-leading companies, we are a collaborative ecosystem committed to compassion, innovation, and impact.

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 has the opportunity to thrive — a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are turning that vision into reality, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.

Role Summary

The Financial Specialist supports Solution Community's financial infrastructure by maintaining accurate records, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance across financial processes. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented finance professional who thrives in structured systems, values transparency, and wants to contribute to a mission-driven global organization.

You will report to and work closely with the CFO, Finance Team, and Operations to ensure financial accuracy, audit readiness, and efficient workflows that support organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate financial records, including A/P, A/R, reimbursements, and expense tracking.

• Support monthly reconciliations across accounts, digital tools, and financial platforms.

• Organize and maintain digital financial documentation for audit readiness.

Budgeting & Reporting Support

• Assist with preparing budget drafts, forecasts, and spending summaries.

• Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial reports for leadership and stakeholders.

• Track program and departmental spending to ensure alignment with approved budgets.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Support adherence to nonprofit financial regulations, internal policies, and documentation standards.

• Assist with grant reporting requirements and donor financial documentation.

• Help maintain internal controls, approval workflows, and financial governance practices.

Process Improvement & Systems Support

• Contribute to the development and refinement of financial procedures, templates, and tools.

• Support the implementation of financial systems that improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial processes integrate smoothly with operations.

Qualifications

Required

• 1-2 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial operations.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Ability to work with financial tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, or similar platforms).

• Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a remote, digital environment.

• Integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with Solution Community’s mission and values.

Preferred

• Experience with nonprofit financial compliance (e.g., 501(c)(3) reporting, grant tracking).

• Familiarity with digital finance tools (e.g., Dext, Plooto, ApprovalMax, Expensify).

• Experience supporting audits, reconciliations, or financial clean-up projects.

What You Gain

• Experience contributing to a global nonprofit with volunteers from 70+ countries.

• Opportunities to collaborate with professionals from leading global companies.

• Skill development in nonprofit finance, compliance, and digital financial systems.

• A supportive, mission-driven environment that values autonomy, clarity, and impact.

• A formal recommendation upon successful completion of the volunteer term.

We are looking to help Carers with IT support needs and require a Volunteer to offer 1:1 sessions to help them with their basic difficulties on their phone, tablet or laptop. In the first instance, we require someone for a morning or afternoon once a month to visit our different Cafes around the London Borough of Hillingdon and offer a Drop-In service. This will be reviewed after 4 months.

This role will suit someone who:

• Has excellent verbal communication skills

• Has a good understanding of using a laptop, tablet, Microsoft Office, the internet 

• Enjoys explaining technical and  IT-related task to people face to face

• Ideally has experience of supporting people in a learning environment

• Pays attention to detail

• Is empathetic to the needs and motivations of Carers

• Understand the importance of confidentiality

Main duties will include:

• Meeting a Carer and listening to their IT problem

• Understanding how overcoming this problem can assist them in everyday life

• Instructing them, in simple terms, on how to access the information they need or the task they wish to complete 

Training and Support

• All volunteers are expected to undertake induction training at Carers Trust Hillingdon, both online and in person

• You will report to the Carer Development Officer and will receive regular supervision and support.

• Should you wish and if places permit, you will be invited to attend Wellbeing Workshops and Seminars

• You will be required to use your own car or take public transport to each venue so expenses will be recompensed

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 four people who can commit their time and effort on a voluntary basis. We are recruiting Communications Officers to join either our Social Media team or our Website Development Team.

Responsibilities

• To input into a regular flow of communications activity in either the website or social media team

• To work with others to design content and design strategy

• To take part in regular team meetings

• To carry out tasks as assigned

Requirements

• To have an interest in social media, marketing, website development or public relations

• To have strong communication and people skills

• To have strong IT and digital working skills

• To be competent in the use of Canva, Wix and social media

Benefits

• This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.

• Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.

• 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!

Are you passionate about community engagement, advocacy, and building meaningful partnerships? Join Hidayah as a National Outreach Officer Trustee in this voluntary role and help strengthen support networks for LGBTQ+ Muslims across the UK.

Hidayah is a volunteer-led organisation supporting LGBTQ+ Muslims through community support, advocacy, education, and wellbeing initiatives. This role requires a minimum commitment of 4–5 hours per week, with additional time required during busy periods or organisational activities.

Purpose of the Role

The National Outreach Officer Trustee leads on developing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders, community organisations, and outreach partners. The role supports Hidayah’s national growth and helps ensure LGBTQ+ Muslims can access inclusive support, representation, and community connections.

Core Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact between Hidayah and external organisations, community groups, and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with LGBTQ+ organisations, faith groups, educational institutions, and community networks.
• Promote Hidayah’s events, campaigns, and services across relevant communities and platforms.
• Lead outreach initiatives to engage under-represented LGBTQ+ Muslim communities, including trans and intersex individuals.
• Develop, coordinate, and support a national network of outreach volunteers and representatives.
• Work collaboratively with external organisations to provide signposting and access to wellbeing, legal, financial, and community support services.
• Represent Hidayah at events, workshops, panels, and educational opportunities where appropriate.
• Encourage inclusive dialogue, partnership working, and stronger engagement across LGBTQ+ and faith communities.
• Support the growth, visibility, and positive representation of Hidayah nationally.

Trustee Responsibilities

• Attend Trustee Board meetings and provide regular updates and reports.
• Support Hidayah events, planning meetings, and fundraising activities.
• Engage with internal communications and shared systems (e.g., Discord and Google Drive).
• Respond to emails and communications promptly.
• Contribute to the Annual Report.
• Uphold Hidayah’s mission, values, and code of conduct.
• Serve until the next AGM (subject to a 6-month probation period).

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Understanding of community outreach, partnership working, or stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding principles.
• Experience working in voluntary, community, or LGBTQ+ spaces (desirable).
• Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence networking with diverse communities and organisations.
• Good organisational and planning abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Professional, approachable, and proactive attitude.
• Good IT and administrative skills.

Benefits of the Role

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within LGBTQ+ Muslim communities.
• Leadership and charity governance experience.
• Professional development in outreach, partnerships, and community engagement.
• Opportunity to expand your professional and community networks.
• Experience working with a passionate and supportive volunteer team.

Volunteer Role: Community Group Volunteer

Location: Across Wales

Frequency: A few hours once a month

Reporting to: Adoption Community Manager

Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS

Community groups are facilitated face to face or virtual meetings/events run by community group coordinators who are volunteers. The groups are run to offer local networking, support, information, advice, guidance and a sense of community for adoption UK members.

The role of a community group coordinator is to plan, organise, facilitate and network meeting and events both face to face and virtually for local adoption UK members. 

The groups are open to prospective adopters/ adopters awaiting a match and adopters with children. Meet ups are often held monthly although the frequency is dependent on the availability of the community group coordinator. 

What you will be doing   

·Plan dates for the community group meetings.

·Inform the Community officer and manager so the admin and booking link can be created for the group.

·Attend the group meetings, welcome the attendees, remind everyone at the start of the meeting about safeguarding and confidentiality, chair the meeting and provide a listening ear and potential signposting to the attendees.

·Ensure Adoption UK’s safeguarding policies and procedures are followed.

·After the meeting, send an attendance list to staff at Adoption UK.

The Skills and Experience you need  

·Personal experience, and understanding of the issues facing adoptive parents 

·Caring 

·Understanding 

·Good listening and communication skills 

·Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality

·Ability to respect other people’s differences and choices  

·Some IT and administration skills   

·Confidence to work independently and the ability to recognise when to ask for support or raise concerns if required 

What’s in it for you

·Meet new people and be part of helping adopted young people to thrive  

·Access to the online family members area and the opportunity to attend relevant training and development opportunities  

·Use and develop your communication, organisational and people skills  

·Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out the role and agreed out-of-pocket expenses  

Safeguarding role requirements: All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS

Proxy by IWI Overview

Proxy by IWI is dedicated to fostering thoughtful and engaged feminist responses to mainstream media, popular culture, legal issues, and advocacy.

Published daily, Proxy is committed to delivering ambitious and distinctive journalism. The publication covers topics that are of greatest significance to women’s human rights, focusing on people, ideas, laws and institutions from a feminist viewpoint and extending beyond. Proxy features original investigative reporting, insightful analysis, compelling arguments, and personal reflections, all designed to offer a multifaceted feminist take on current affairs.

Principal Responsibilities

· Maintain a thorough understanding of global trends and developments concerning women's human rights.

· Submit two articles per month for publication, each typically between 600 and 800 words in length.

· Ensure accuracy by obtaining supplementary material and further information from archives, reference libraries, and                  interviews with informed individuals.

· Conduct interviews in a variety of circumstances as required.

· Establish and maintain contacts to facilitate news gathering, including relationships with the police, emergency services,            local councils, community groups, health trusts, press officers from various organisations, and members of the public as            needed.

· Work collaboratively with the IWI and Proxy team to produce clear and precise content in accordance with house style              guidelines.

· Undertake research and write feature articles, occasionally contributing to subsidiary publications and supplements.

Requirements

· A minimum of four years’ experience in research and/or reporting.

· Proven interpersonal and collaborative abilities, able to work independently as well as part of a team.

· Flexibility, initiative, and robust problem-solving skills.

· Experience within multicultural settings and an awareness of cross-cultural differences.

· Dedication to promoting women’s human rights.

· Strong listening skills.

· Outstanding writing skills, including adaptability in writing styles and responsiveness to editorial guidance.

· Excellent analytical capabilities for precise understanding of subject matter.

· Superb organisational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and adhere to tight deadlines.

· Creative thinking in conveying messages innovatively.

· Rigorous attention to detail, including proficiency in proofreading one’s own work.

· Exceptional written English skills.

Director of Grants and Foundations (Volunteer, Unpaid)

Remote (United States; Canada; United Kingdom)

Part-time

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The Role: Director of Grants and Foundations (Volunteer)

• Location: Remote

• Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro bono role)

• Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10-15 hours a week; minimum 3 months

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:

• Consistent weekly availability

• Timely communication and responsiveness

• Ownership of assigned tasks and follow‑through

• Participation in team meetings and workflows

• Alignment with organizational values and processes

About Solution Community:

Solution Community is an international 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 has the opportunity to thrive - a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are bringing that vision to life, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.

What Will You Do?

As Lead Grants and Foundations, you will:

• Fundraising strategy: Design and implement a comprehensive strategy for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding foundation, corporate, and government grant prospects.

• Grant writing and management: Oversee the entire grants lifecycle, from researching funding opportunities and writing compelling proposals to managing awards, ensuring compliance, and submitting reports.

• Team leadership: Lead and mentor a team of grants professionals, such as grants managers and coordinators, to meet or exceed annual funding goals.

• Relationship management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with foundation program officers and other institutional funders. Serve as the primary point of contact for major funders.

• Cross-departmental collaboration: Work closely with finance, programs, and leadership to develop grant budgets, gather data for proposals, and ensure funded projects are implemented successfully.

• Compliance and reporting: Ensure the organization adheres to all grant requirements, including financial and programmatic reporting, and prepares for audits.

• Financial oversight: Manage the grant budget and expenditure tracking, and provide financial reports to both funders and internal leadership

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking a passionate individual with:

• Experience: A proven track record in grant writing, fundraising, or foundation relations, ideally within non-profit or social impact sectors; at least 3-5 years of experience.

• Skills: Exceptional writing, storytelling, and project management abilities. Attention to detail is a must!

• Passion: A deep commitment to Solution Community’s mission of fostering global collaboration and compassion.

• Collaboration: The ability to work effectively within a diverse, multicultural team.

• Autonomy: Proactive and self-motivated, capable of managing tasks independently in a remote setting.

What We Offer

• Global collaboration with leaders and strategists from top global companies

• Meaningful impact on global causes and communities

• A vibrant, multicultural team spanning 70+ countries

• A supportive environment rooted in compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration

• Flexible work life with full autonomy

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

• A formal recommendation upon successful completion of your volunteer term.