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"We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer enhanced professional development programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field). While we only have 3 vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria".
QuilomboUK is looking for a PR & Marketing Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in marketing; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply ‘give something back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
As a PR & Marketing Assistant at Quilombo UK, you will play a vital role in providing general marketing support while actively engaging in various marketing tasks to contribute to the overall success of our initiatives. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development within the different units of Marketing, including Social Media, Images, Video, and Website. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, from data collection and report compilation to active participation in campaign organization and development. You will also be actively contributing to real-life marketing projects and playing a key role in planning, developing, and implementing effective marketing strategies. This role requires a proactive and creative individual who will promote our organization through various channels, manage social media presence, contribute to innovative marketing programs, and engage in comprehensive market research.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic and creative individual who is eager to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, from strategic planning to social media management.
Main tasks:
Working on real life marketing projects
Planning, developing and implementing marketing strategies.
Promote the organisation through Social Media channels , and through maintaining and updating information about the organisation.
Managing the organisation’s social media pages by posting updates and responding to comments and messages
Submitting ideas for marketing programmes/campaigns designed to enhance and grow the company’s brand
Organising marketing campaigns
Creating, organising and delivering presentations
Conducting market research and analysing participants’ reports, questionnaires and surveys.
Using social media and website analytics to find out the effectiveness of ongoing campaigns and understand the way users interact with the site and social media posts.
Contribute to staff meetings, and other internal meetings with views and suggestions.
Analyze information to provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Directors
Receive and interpret briefings from the Directors, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of organizational objectives
Develop and deliver clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders
Translate briefings into actionable outcomes, coordinating with various teams and individuals
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Training and support available:
Social media
Canvas
Skills:
Essential
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail
Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
Problem-solving, planning and creative-thinking skills
Time management and prioritisation abilities
Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
Knowledge and understanding of online and offline marketing tactics
Good Teamworking skills
Strong organisational skills
Numerical skills, which includes analysing and compiling spreadsheets
Social Media skills.
Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Adheres to the organisation’s key objectives
Delivering quality work in a timely manner
Self-driven
Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
Desirable
Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate. QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
Good Knowledge of market research techniques and database
Previous experience working in an office environment, dealing with administrative tasks or using a product database.
When needed:
Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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CAN YOU HELP?
Volunteer Graphic Designer Needed at Urban Youth
Urban Youth is on a mission to empower young people across our communities — helping them build confidence, resilience, and real opportunities for their future. To strengthen our voice and ensure our message reaches even more young people, we’re looking for a Volunteer Graphic Designer to join our team.
What We Need
We’re seeking a creative individual who can offer some of their time to help us develop:
A new Urban Youth logo
A clear, accessible brand guidance document (so future designers and volunteers can easily understand and maintain our brand identity)
Why This Matters
A strong visual identity helps us:
Communicate our mission with clarity
Build trust with young people, partners, and funders
Stand out in a crowded charity landscape
Create consistency across all our programmes and outreach
Your work will have a direct impact on how we show up in the world — and how effectively we can support the young people who rely on us.
What You’ll Bring
Experience in graphic design (professional or self‑taught — we welcome both)
Ability to create clean, modern, youth‑focused visuals
An understanding of branding principles
A collaborative spirit and willingness to share ideas
What You’ll Get
A chance to shape the visual identity of a growing youth charity
Portfolio‑worthy work with real‑world impact
Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule
The satisfaction of knowing your creativity is helping young people thrive
Interested?
If you’d like to use your skills to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch with us at Urban Youth and help us build a brand that inspires the next generation.
To empower London’s youth through agile, short-term opportunities that build skills, social capital, and confidence via a radical, volunteer led model
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We’re REMIX, a Shoreditch‑based social mobility charity on a mission to help young people rewrite the stories they’ve been handed and remix their lives with confidence, creativity, and community. This September, we’re launching something big — and we need a Graphic Designer with energy, imagination, and a love for bold youth culture to help bring it all to life.
This VOLUNTEER Role
We’re looking for a volunteer Graphic Designer who can help us shape the visual identity of our launch. You’ll create a set of key design assets that will help us show the world who we are and what we stand for. Think vibrant, street‑inspired, future‑leaning visuals that feel at home in Shoreditch — and speak directly to young people who are ready to rise.
What You’ll Be Creating For REMIX
You’ll help design items such as:
Launch event visuals.
Social media graphics.
Flyers, posters, and digital promo materials.
Templates our team can use going forward.
Any other creative pieces that help us show up loud and proud in September.
What You Bring To REMIX
A passion for youth culture, creativity, and social impact.
A design style that feels fresh, expressive, and culturally aware.
Confidence using your preferred design tools.
The ability to collaborate with a small, friendly team.
A desire to use your skills to open doors for young people.
What You Get From VOLUNTEERING With REMIX
A chance to shape the visual identity of a brand‑new charity.
Portfolio‑ready work with real‑world impact.
Creative freedom and space to experiment.
A community that values your ideas and your craft.
The knowledge that your work will help young people step into their power.
Your work with us showcasing in your portfolio with a thank you testimony from us.
Ready to Remix?
If you want to use your creativity to spark change — and help us launch something meaningful this September — we’d love to hear from you.
Tell us a bit about yourself and share a link to your work.
Let’s build something powerful together.
To remix young peoples lives across London, boosting their social mobility.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a looking for experience in Communications? Do you have a passion for social media?
Join us as a Volunteer Communications Assistant!
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to support our Community Connections Officer and the People we support in Wales.If you’re looking for Communications experience or you love to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved!
Activities will include
Supporting our Facebook and social media presence. This includes:
Assisting with poster creation and promotional materials
Using Canva to create visual content and graphics
Creating content and engaging with Dimensions Wales Facebook group members
Networking with community social media groups
Liaising with Dimensions Community Connections Officer
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
Interested in communications, marketing, or social media
Experienced in using Canva and confident with social media
Creative with good written communication skills
Friendly, enthusiastic and interested in others
Passionate about supporting people to live better lives
Reliable/dependable and willing to volunteer regularly
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provide support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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.
Please submit a recent writing sample which best demonstrates your writing style.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sex Education Forum is the national voice of relationships and sex education (RSE) in England, with youth involvement at the heart of everything we do. Having launched our new strategy for 2026-30 we now have an incredible opportunity to join our Board and help achieve our plans! .
This is a pivotal moment for our organisation and for the sector. Universal RSE provision in schools is entering a new phase under updated statutory guidance. Over the next five years our work will be focused on four pillars: convening the sector, communicating about RSE, equipping educators and innovating to address gaps. Our plans involve advocating for RSE beyond school and equipping trusted adults in supporting children and young people, particularly those who are marginalised, with high quality, inclusive RSE.
Being a trustee is a voluntary role open to anyone of 18+ years old. Trustees play a vital role in helping us grow sustainably and increasing our impact. We’re particularly keen to hear from people with expertise in:
• Fundraising and business development
• Working with marginalised, minoritised and racialised groups
• Digital and IT / CRM systems
Previous trustee experience is not essential. If you are committed to inclusive, evidence-based RSE for all children and young people this could be for you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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
3. Endometriosis UK Trustee
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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Do you want to use your time, skills and enthusiasm to make a real, concrete improvements in nature recovery in the Avon River catchment area? We'd love to hear from you.
Trustees play a key role in ensuring the charity delivers its purposes for public benefit while meeting all legal and governance responsibilities. This includes acting in the charity’s best interests, using your judgement, care and skills to oversee strategy, resources and risk.
Avon Needs Trees (ANT) is a registered charity creating new, permanent woodland throughout the Bristol-Avon catchment to fight the climate and ecological emergencies. We fundraise to buy land to create woodlands that will stand for generations, locking up carbon, boosting local biodiversity, and providing natural flood management as well as publicly accessible green space where appropriate.
Your legacy will be to have a tangible impact on slowing down climate change, helping nature recover by overseeing and bringing out the best in both our people and our projects, enabling us to plant hundreds of thousands of trees and enhance complementary habitats.
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A friendly chat could make all the difference
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to support our organisation’s mission, to end social isolation and loneliness in older people.
Our telephone befriending services connects a volunteer with an older person, aged 75 or over, who is experiencing loneliness and isolation. As a Call Companion volunteer, you’ll make a regular phone call, typically once a week, to foster friendship, enjoyment and conversation.
Your Role
Skills
To become a Call Companion you’ll need to:
Practical details:
This volunteer role provides an enriching experience for those passionate about supporting a lonely person. We welcome applicants who are committed, caring, and patient.
THIS IS AN ON GOING ROLE
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Action Tutoring is a national education charity that offers free maths and English tutoring to pupils facing disadvantage.
By volunteering as a tutor at a local school or online, you'll be supporting children to build their confidence and help ensure they leave school with the grades needed to build a bright future.
What will I be doing?
Tutoring 1-3 pupils in Year 5 or 6, or Year 7, 10 or 11.
Commit to one hour a week, for up to 20 weeks. You choose the day and time to sign up to.
Use our tutor workbooks to guide your pupils through activities that will boost their confidence and grades.
What you'll gain:
Receive induction training, tutor workbooks and ongoing support.
Develop skills like communication, leadership, and problem-solving.
Meet like-minded people in our volunteer community.
Travel expense reimbursement (up to £5 per session).
Free DBS check.
This volunteer role is perfect for you if you:
Are passionate about making a difference and helping young people succeed, particularly those facing disadvantage.
Seek valuable experience working with children and are eager to hone essential skills such as communication, mentorship, and leadership – all highly valued in any career path.
Have a busy schedule but are keen to contribute to your community, as this flexible role requires just one hour a week, either in-person or conveniently online.
We look for volunteers with:
Solid subject knowledge in the area they wish to tutor, which may be demonstrated by a degree or grade B at A-level qualification (or equivalent) or relevant experience.
The ability to explain concepts clearly and patiently.
A commitment to supporting pupils’ academic progress.
We recognise that valuable experience can be gained through diverse routes, so if your qualifications differ from those mentioned - we still encourage you to apply! Please highlight any relevant experience or skills in your application.
We welcome applications from volunteers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. (Please note: this is a volunteer, unpaid position.)
Our volunteers say:
" The Action Tutoring team has been fabulous in their support: timely updates, always available, closely following progress, and ready to intervene where needed, very professional indeed!"
"Volunteering is very rewarding. I would say the skills that one develops from teaching the pupils are transferable to any walk of life and make you a better person. I would highly recommend it."
Award-winning national education charity working towards a world in which no child’s life chances are limited by their socio-economic background.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Content Creator
Guardian Light Foundation (GLF) & Guardian Light Enterprises Ltd (GLE)
Role Type: Volunteer
Location: Remote / Flexible
Reports to: Board Of Director - Marketing & Communications Lead
About Us
Guardian Light Foundation (GLF) is a mission-driven charity supporting vulnerable and homeless children who have experienced abuse and hardship. Guardian Light Enterprises Ltd (GLE) supports this mission through sustainable initiatives and services.
Role Purpose
We are seeking a creative and committed Volunteer Content Creator to help raise awareness, engage our audience, and grow our online presence across both GLF and GLE platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Create engaging content for social media (posts, captions, short videos, graphics)
Support content planning in line with campaigns and key messages
Share impactful stories (while maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding standards)
Assist in growing audience engagement across platforms (e.g. Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn)
Maintain a consistent tone and brand voice
Work collaboratively with the marketing team
Skills & Experience
Strong creativity and attention to detail
Basic experience with content creation tools (e.g. Canva, CapCut, or similar)
Good written communication skills
Understanding of social media platforms and trends
Passion for making a positive impact
Safeguarding & Compliance
Must adhere to safeguarding and confidentiality policies
An Enhanced DBS check may be required
What You’ll Gain
Valuable experience in marketing and content creation
Opportunity to build a professional portfolio
Be part of a meaningful cause making real impact
Flexible, remote volunteering
How to Apply
Please submit a short introduction and any examples of your work (if available).
Join us in giving a voice to those who need it most.
At Guardian Light Foundation, we restore hope for homeless children, teens and single parents scarred by abuse, harassment and homelessness.
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Guardian Light Foundation Board of Directors – Roles, Expectations & Benefits Our Mission
Guardian Light Foundation (GLF) is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to transforming the lives of homeless and abused children, teenagers, and struggling single-parent families. We provide safe housing, education, career pathways, legal aid, and life-skills support to help individuals rebuild their lives with dignity and independence.
We are building not just an organisation — but a movement of hope, empowerment, and social impact.
BOARD EXPECTATIONS (Applies to ALL Members)
Every GLF board member plays a direct role in the success and sustainability of the organisation.
Core Expectations
Fundraising Commitment:
Every board member must actively participate in fundraising campaigns, donor outreach, and sponsorship drives.
Each member is required to make a personal monthly donation to the organisation (amount optional but meaningful).
Time Commitment:
Minimum of 20 hours per month, including board meetings, subcommittee work, fundraising events, and strategic planning.
Ambassadorship:
Represent GLF publicly as a visible ambassador at community events, speaking engagements, and networking functions.
Governance & Accountability:
Ensure the organisation operates ethically, transparently, and in alignment with its mission and legal obligations.
Strategic Leadership:
Contribute skills, knowledge, and professional networks to advance the organisation’s growth, partnerships, and visibility.
Passion for the Mission:
Demonstrated commitment to supporting children, teenagers, and single-parent families experiencing hardship.
OVERALL BOARD MEMBER BENEFITS
Prestige: Founding member of a ground-breaking national social enterprise.
Networking: Exclusive access to philanthropists, public officials, and corporate leaders.
Leadership Development: Gain board-level governance and strategic experience.
Impact Legacy: Directly shape programs that provide homes, hope, and opportunity for hundreds of lives.
Visibility: Public recognition through GLF website, media, and national campaigns.
Personal Fulfilment: Be part of a purpose-driven organisation changing the narrative for children and families in need.
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE (For All Roles)
We are looking for leaders who are:
Deeply passionate about social impact, youth empowerment, and family stability.
Professionally experienced (1+ years) in their area of expertise.
Team players who bring creativity, positivity, and initiative.
Connected and influential, willing to open doors and amplify GLF’s message.
Dedicated, committing time, expertise, and monthly donations.
Position: Board of Director - Treasurer (Unpaid Volunteer Role)
Reports to: Board Chairperson
Location: Hybrid (remote + in-person events as needed)
Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial matters including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with statutory financial regulations and charity law.
Work closely with auditors and the Finance Committee.
Present financial reports at each board meeting.
Support fundraising and resource management strategy.
Requirements:
Background in finance, accounting, or business administration.
Knowledge of charity finance and UK financial reporting standards.
Integrity and attention to detail.
Benefits:
Direct influence over financial sustainability and impact measurement.
Recognition in philanthropic financial management networks.
Compensation:
This is an unpaid volunteer position.
At Guardian Light Foundation, we restore hope for homeless children, teens and single parents scarred by abuse, harassment and homelessness.
Cambridgeshire ACRE is looking for a new Trustee & Treasurer to join our Board and help shape the future of rural communities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
For more than 100 years, Cambridgeshire ACRE has supported rural communities through projects focused on affordable housing, community wellbeing, village halls, environmental action and rural leadership. We work alongside local people and organisations to help communities thrive.
We are seeking someone who can support the Board with strategic financial oversight and help ensure the long-term sustainability of the organisation.
This is not an operational bookkeeping role and we are not necessarily looking for someone with a formal accountancy qualification. We would particularly welcome applications from people who are confident interpreting financial information and contributing to strategic discussions and decision-making.
Experience in one or more of the following areas would be valuable:
The Treasurer is a full member of the Board of Trustees and chairs the Finance Committee.
Trustees are expected to attend:
Meetings are held online and at accessible venues across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. All reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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***Please note that this is an opportunity based in Nottingham (shire) in the United Kingdom and we don’t offer sponsorship or accept overseas applicants***
Age UK Notts are seeking individuals who would like to be considered as a volunteer for our Companion Service.
Volunteers will be supporting people in their own homes and in the community within Nottingham and Nottinghamshire and ideally, we ask all applicants to provide a minimum of 1 hour volunteering a week.
The companion service volunteer can choose to be:
• A companion within the person’s home
• A companion outside the person’s home
Examples of the type of support the service offers include:
• Supporting an older person/s hobbies and interests or simply chatting with them in their own home on a regular basis.
• Supporting with digital access & building confidence skills & motivation to access the opportunities of the internet.
• Supporting the person outside of their home e.g., by accompanying them on a walk, to the shops, to a café, garden centre, theatre or cinema or other social activities / community groups.
• Where appropriate, supporting the older person to access other services through information and signposting or referring to the Companion Service Coordinator for support.
We are looking for the following skills/interests:
• Individuals with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of older people who are committed to volunteering on a regular basis.
• Commitment to complete our Volunteer Report Form accurately and regularly.
• Ability to travel for visits in the local community either by car or public transport for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
• Digital literacy for those volunteers who choose to participate in this type of activity.
We are looking for volunteers with good daytime availability in specific areas of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Please contact the volunteering team for further information on where specifically in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Quilombo UK
Quilombo UK is a social justice organisation dedicated to inspiring individuals to "See, Think, Behave and Speak Differently" about equality, diversity, and inclusion. We create engaging experiences—ranging from our Beyond Bias training to our "Voices for All" podcasts—that raise awareness and empower unheard voices within our diverse communities.
The Research department serves as the intellectual foundation of our mission. As Operations Manager of Department, you will lead the critical task of gathering evidence, data, and lived-experience narratives that inform our training programmes and public discourse. While we host the Professional Development Programme (PDP) to support career changers, the Research function is a core strategic pillar that ensures our advocacy is grounded in fact and that the systemic barriers faced by our communities are accurately identified and challenged.
Operations Manager of Department (Research)
The Opportunity
This position offers a significant career step-up, providing experience in managing complex research projects and data analysis within a social justice framework. In this Operations Manager of Department capacity, you will gain the leadership credentials and strategic oversight necessary to advance your professional trajectory while ensuring our organisation’s voice remains authoritative, evidence-based, and impactful.
Role Purpose
The Operations Manager of Research sits between Directors and Managers, turning high-level investigative goals into clear, deliverable research plans. You own the direction, methodology, and delivery control of the Research department to ensure that all reports, white papers, and data sets are produced with academic rigour, accuracy, and pace.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Research Planning: Turning Director objectives into practical research schedules, including literature reviews, data collection phases, and report drafting.
Manager Leadership: Coaching Research Managers to coordinate field work and data analysis effectively, ensuring all project components are visible in MeisterTask.
Assurance & Quality Control: Reducing rework by refining research methodologies and ensuring all outputs are fact-checked and peer-reviewed before reaching the final sign-off stage.
Director Reporting: Providing weekly reports on the research pipeline (active studies, pending analysis, and upcoming publications), WIP status, and risks to project timelines.
Culture & Standards: Ensuring all research activities align with ethical guidelines, data protection standards, and Quilombo UK’s professional values.
Additional Professional Benefits
Career Development: A full CV and profile review conducted by our Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.
Operational Support: Access to the services of the Legal, HR, PR, and Graphic Design teams for up to 10 hours per month for professional or departmental support (e.g., legal review of ethics or graphic design for data visualisation).
Proactive Recruitment: Use of the Talent Acquisition team to actively search out new roles and opportunities via industry portals and LinkedIn.
Requirements
Proven experience in research management, academic research, or social science investigation.
A portfolio of published reports, articles, or research papers / CV.
Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and project management software (such as MeisterTask).
Flexibility and openness to work on a variety of subjects related to EDI and social justice.
Focused, organised, and able to prioritise complex analytical tasks under tight deadlines.
To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments.
Strong team player with the ability to lead through others.
Excellent written communication skills with a keen eye for detail and data accuracy.
Degree in Social Sciences, Research Methods, Humanities, or a related field is a plus.
This is a 100% remote-only position.
Desirable
Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
Selection Process
Informal interview.
Requirement of two professional references.