Volunteer roles in Greenwich

Key Responsibilities

 •  Identify and apply for grants and funding opportunities that align with our goals.

 •  Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.

 •  Maintain accurate records of donations, track progress toward goals, and prepare reports for leadership.

Key Skills and Qualifications

 •  Proven experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or nonprofit development.

 •  Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to inspire and engage diverse audiences.

 •  Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

 •  Familiarity with fundraising platforms, CRM systems, and social media marketing is a plus.

Job Overview

The Abundant Woman is looking for an experienced and compassionate Human Resources (HR) Manager to help build and support our growing team. This role is essential for creating a positive work environment that reflects our mission of empowering women, ensuring our HR policies are inclusive, and managing the full HR lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and staff well-being.

Key Responsibilities

 •  Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent aligned with our values.

 •  Develop and implement HR policies that promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture.

 •  Provide guidance and support on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution.

 •  Coordinate training and professional development opportunities to support employee growth and well-being.

 •  Ensure compliance with UK employment laws and maintain up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.

Key Skills and Qualifications

 •  Proven experience as an HR Manager or in a similar role, preferably in a nonprofit or social enterprise setting.

 •  Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.

 •  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an empathetic and solutions-oriented approach.

 •  Organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in managing HR processes.

 •  Passion for supporting a mission-driven team and fostering an inclusive work culture.

Why Join Us?

As the HR Manager at The Abundant Woman, you’ll be a key part of a mission-driven team dedicated to creating impactful change. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape our organisation’s culture and provide meaningful support to a team committed to empowering women.

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the CEO (Volunteer Role)

Location: London -Hybrid / Remote
Contract Type: Volunteer (with potential to become a paid salaried role)
Hours: Flexible - up to 20 hours per week

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Personal Assistant to support our CEO with day-to-day responsibilities. This voluntary role offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand experience working closely with a busy CEO, supporting both business and personal commitments, while building valuable skills in executive support and leadership administration.

While this position will initially be unpaid, there is strong potential for it to develop into a salaried role as the organisation continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive diary and inbox management for the CEO.

• Schedule and coordinate meetings, calls, and travel arrangements.

• Assist with the preparation of agendas, presentations, and follow-up actions.

• Act as the first point of contact with internal and external stakeholders.

• Manage confidential information with the utmost discretion.

• Support with ad hoc personal tasks and lifestyle management, as required.

• Undertake general administrative duties, including filing, expenses, and record keeping.

Skills & Qualities We’re Looking For

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• Discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive matters.

• Competence with Microsoft Office Suite and/or digital collaboration tools.

• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work independently.

• A positive and approachable attitude, with strong interpersonal skills.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to work closely with a CEO and gain insight into executive-level leadership.

• Hands-on experience in administration, coordination, and project support.

• The opportunity to build a long-term role as the organisation expands.

• Flexibility to fit around other commitments.

Additional Information

This is a volunteer role to begin with, so flexibility and commitment will be key. We are committed to ensuring that your time with us is rewarding, developmental, and supportive, with the real prospect of progression into a permanent salaried role in due course.

Branch Coordinator 
Across the UK, our 65 local branches help disabled people live more independently. Our network of skilled volunteers respond to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment free of charge.

As our local Branch Coordinator, you’ll take the lead in making sure your local branch works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct, and support other branch volunteers to make sure your branch’s activities meet the needs of your local disabled community.

You’ll bring your leadership, management, communication, organisation, and motivation skills to this role.
Most importantly, you’ll help disabled people to live more independent lives.

What the role involves
This role may vary depending on local needs but is likely to include:
• Coordinating the activities of our local branch to undertake and meet the needs of referrals in your area
• Coordinating and chairing the branch meetings
• Leading the branch’s shared responsibility for planning and completing referrals
• Coordinating the recruitment, induction, and ongoing support of new local branch volunteers
• Approving income and expenditure with the other branch bank account signatories and ensuring with the Treasurer that our financial requirements and policies relating to branches are followed
• Ensuring the branch’s activities comply with policies to keep people safe
• Regularly communicate and act as a key contact between staff and volunteers

What you need for this role 

Essential
• Confident in leading and chairing a meeting
• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email
• Willingness to attend local events to promote the charity’s work
• Ability to understand and follow external and internal policies and procedures

Desirable
• Self-aware of own management style and ability to lead a team, taking a supporting and coaching approach with other volunteers
• Able to communicate to different audiences, including decision-makers and volunteers
• Able to delegate and motivate the activities of others
• Enthusiastic about raising awareness of the charity’s work in the local area
• Willingness to develop skills and experience

To volunteer in this role, you will need to:
• Complete references 
• Complete induction including online and virtual training- as directed by central staff
• Undertake a PVG check if it is necessary for the role 

Additional information about our Volunteering programme:
When you volunteer with us, you join a community of committed people with a passion for helping to improve the lives of others. To undertake this specific role, you do not need to be an engineer/skilled craftsperson.

Becky’s Child Foundation is a dynamic non-profit organization  in Uganda committed to uplifting vulnerable communities across society. We work with children, women, youth, families, and marginalized groups through education, healthcare, livelihood support, protection services, and community empowerment programs. Our mission is to create lasting impact by restoring hope, dignity, and opportunities to those who need it most.

Role Overview

We are seeking a creative, passionate, and digitally savvy Social Media Volunteer to amplify our voice online. You will help tell powerful stories, build meaningful connections with supporters, and drive engagement that translates into real-world impact for vulnerable communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engaging content (images, reels, carousels, stories, and short videos) across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X (Twitter).
• Grow our online presence, increase followers, and boost community engagement.
• Create monthly content calendars aligned with our programs and fundraising campaigns.
• Identify trending topics and opportunities to raise awareness about vulnerable groups.
• Collaborate with the team to produce authentic, impactful storytelling content (with full consent and safeguarding standards).
• Monitor performance analytics and provide simple monthly reports.
• Support fundraising drives and donor engagement initiatives.

Who We’re Looking For

• Deep passion for social impact and supporting vulnerable communities.
• Proven experience or strong skills in social media management and content creation.
• Excellent writing and communication skills in English (knowledge of other languages is an advantage).
• Proficiency with content tools such as Canva, CapCut, or similar apps.
• Self-motivated, creative, and able to deliver consistently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of social media best practices, algorithms, and analytics.

Note: This is a volunteer role, but we provide:

• Official volunteer certificate and recommendation letter
• Professional experience and portfolio building
• The joy of making a tangible difference in people’s lives
• Pathway to future paid roles as the organization grows

How to ApplySend the following

• Your CV or Portfolio
• Links or samples of your previous social media work
• A brief note (maximum 200 words) explaining: Why you want to volunteer with Becky’s Child Foundation
• How many hours per week you can commit

Let’s use the power of social media to change lives.
Every story shared is a life touched.

Becky’s Child Foundation – Restoring Hope. Building Dignity. Creating Impact.

Volunteer Graphic Designer

• Role Type: Creative / Marketing
• Time Commitment: Ad-hoc / Project-based (Fully remote)
• Salary: Volunteer

About Us:
MINDSET is a brand-new, grassroots, volunteer-led charity based in Ealing, West London. Our mission is to support the mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth of local men and boys. Through positive role models, structured mentoring, and growth-mindset coaching, we aim to build a stronger, more supportive community from the ground up.

The Role:
To win local grants and attract volunteers, we need to look professional. We are looking for a creative Volunteer Graphic Designer to help us build our visual identity. You will create the assets that tell our story to local schools, funders, and families across Ealing.

We have a logo but need a positive vibrant masculine brand to go with it, that speaks to men and boys across West London and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design a simple, clean brand guidelines with brand colour palette.
• Create digital flyers and recruitment graphics to post on LinkedIn, social media and local community boards.
• Design a 1-page digital information leaflet for our upcoming pilot programme.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience with graphic design software (Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar).
• A portfolio showing clean, accessible, and engaging visual layouts.
• Ability to take a simple brief and turn it into professional marketing materials.

Get in touch with your portfolio and we will be in touch with you.

Secretary & Admin Lead

• Role Type: Administration / Support
• Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week (Fully remote, highly flexible)
• Salary: Volunteer

About Us:
MINDSET Charity is a brand-new, grassroots, volunteer-led charity based in Ealing, West London. Our mission is to support the mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth of local men and boys. Through positive role models, structured mentoring, and growth-mindset coaching, we aim to build a stronger, more supportive community from the ground up.

The Role:
Behind every successful charity is an organised administrative core. We are looking for a Secretary & Admin Lead to keep our operations running smoothly. You will work closely with the Charity Manager to manage digital documentation, coordinate meetings, and keep our small team connected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take concise minutes during our monthly Trustee meetings.
• Manage our secure, shared digital filing system (Google Drive).
• Respond to basic email inquiries from potential volunteers or local partners.

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using digital tools (Google Workspace, email, Zoom).
• A reliable communicator who enjoys bringing order to a growing project.

We are excited to recieve your completed application, which should include;

1. Your up-to-date CV
2. Cover Letter, stating why you wish to volunteer with us at MINDSET and what you would bring to this volunteer role and to our new start-up charity.

Life Coaching & Mental Health Lead

• Role Type: Specialist Volunteer / Service Delivery
• Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week (Flexible)
• Salary: Volunteer

About Us:
MINDSET Charity is a brand-new, grassroots, volunteer-led charity based in Ealing, West London. Our mission is to support the mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth of local men and boys. Through positive role models, structured mentoring, and growth-mindset coaching, we aim to build a stronger, more supportive community from the ground up.

The Role:
While our Charity Manager handles the operations, we need a qualified professional to be the clinical heart of our delivery. You will oversee the safety and quality of our mentoring programmes, ensuring our volunteer coaches are delivering effective, asset-based support to our participants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and sign off on our 6 and 12-Week Growth Curriculum.
• Provide light technical supervision or peer-support check-ins for our volunteer mentors.
• Help assess participant intake forms to ensure our programme is the right fit for their needs.

What We Are Looking For:

• A certified Life Coach, BACP-registered therapist, or highly experienced Youth Worker.
• A strong grasp of growth mindset principles and cognitive behavioral approaches.
• Excellent emotional intelligence and leadership skills.

We are excited to recieve your completed application, which should include;

1. Your up-to-date CV
2. Cover Letter, stating why you wish to volunteer with us at MINDSET and what you would bring to this volunteer role and to our new start-up charity.

Safeguarding Lead (Trustee)

• Role Type: Trustee / Safeguarding & Compliance
• Time Commitment: 2–3 hours per month (Ad-hoc availability for escalations)
• Salary: Volunteer (Reimbursed expenses)

About Us:
MINDSET Charity is a brand-new, grassroots, volunteer-led charity based in Ealing, West London. Our mission is to support the mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth of local men and boys. Through positive role models, structured mentoring, and growth-mindset coaching, we aim to build a stronger, more supportive community from the ground up.

The Role:
Because we work directly with school-aged boys and vulnerable men, safety is our highest priority. We need an experienced Safeguarding Lead to serve as our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) on the board. You will ensure our operational volunteers are safely vetted and that our mentoring spaces remain secure and compliant with UK law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, update, and sign off on the charity’s Safeguarding Policy.
• Oversee the processing of Enhanced DBS checks for all incoming volunteers.
• Act as the main point of contact for any safeguarding or welfare disclosures.
• Maintain the charity’s secure, GDPR-compliant Single Central Record.

What We Are Looking For:

• Professional experience in safeguarding, social work, teaching, or youth justice.
• A deep understanding of working safely with minors and vulnerable adults.
• A calm, practical approach to managing risk.

We are excited to recieve your completed application, which should include;

1. Your up-to-date CV
2. Cover Letter, stating why you wish to volunteer with us at MINDSET and what you would bring to this volunteer role and to our new start-up charity.

Treasurer & Finance Lead (Trustee)

• Role Type: Trustee / Finance
• Time Commitment: 3–4 hours per month (Remote/Flexible)
• Salary: Volunteer (Reimbursed expenses)

About Us:
MINDSET Charity is a brand-new, grassroots, volunteer-led charity based in Ealing, West London. Our mission is to support the mental wellbeing, emotional resilience, and personal growth of local men and boys. Through positive role models, structured mentoring, and growth-mindset coaching, we aim to build a stronger, more supportive community from the ground up.

The Role:
Trust is our currency, and clear financial governance is vital for our survival. We are looking for a Treasurer to join our founding board. You will oversee our financial health, help us set up our community bank account, and ensure we remain fully compliant as we secure our first local grants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the charity's basic bookkeeping and dual-signatory bank account.
• Present simple financial updates at our monthly committee meetings.
• Assist the Charity Manager with budget planning for grant applications (e.g., Ealing Council, National Lottery).
• Prepare the annual financial statement for the committee.

What We Are Looking For:

• A background in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial management.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet tools (Excel/Google Sheets).
• An eye for detail and a commitment to transparency.

We are excited to recieve your completed application, which should include;

1. Your up-to-date CV
2. Cover Letter, stating why you wish to volunteer with us at MINDSET and what you would bring to this volunteer role and to our new start-up charity.

Make a Difference with Essex Respite & Care Association (ERCA)

Are you experienced in finance or accounting and looking for a rewarding way to give back to your local community?

At Essex Respite & Care Association (ERCA), we are seeking a Volunteer  to join our charity and help support the important work we do for adults living with dementia, mental health conditions, and other long-term health needs across Essex.

This voluntary role requires approximately 2–3 hours per week and offers the opportunity to use your financial skills to make a real difference.

The Role

• Maintain oversight of the charity's financial records.

• Help keep our accounts up to date and well organised.

• Prepare and review profit and loss reports and other financial information.

• Work alongside the Charity Manager and Board of Trustees to support good financial governance.

• Provide financial guidance where appropriate.

About You

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a similar financial role.

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident working with financial information.

• A commitment to supporting a local charity and its values.

A full handover will be provided by our outgoing Treasurer, ensuring you have the support needed to settle into the role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to help a well-established local charity continue providing vital support to people across Essex.

If you would like to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.

FUNDRAISING & CSR PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER (The Growth Catalyst) - VOLUNTEER ROLE

• Location: Remote (with networking, corporate pitches, and occasional pop-up presence in the inner London area)
• Commitment: 2–3 hours per week (Highly flexible, asynchronous corporate and grant tracking)
• Salary: Voluntary (with elite corporate fundraising experience, unmatched executive CV capital, and a direct hand in financing a life-saving movement)

The Spark: Why We Need You

London is one of the most economically powerful cities on Earth. Yet underneath the glittering corporate skylines of Canary Wharf and the City, it is facing a quiet human crisis. In boroughs like Tower Hamlets, nearly 40% of our neighbors report feeling chronically lonely and isolated. For many adults aged 16+, urban isolation is a heavy, daily reality.

We are SUNSHINE, and we are here to smash that isolation with pure, unadulterated, radical positivity!

We take over public parks, unused spaces and high streets with high-vibrancy weekend pop-ups—bringing bright neon t-shirts, upbeat music, handmade positive quote cards, and literal bubble machines directly to the pavement to turn strangers into neighbours.

Our blueprint is set, our outreach channels are open, and our volunteers are ready to deploy. Now, We need our engine. We need a proactive, ambitious, and highly driven Fundraising & CSR Partnerships Manager to unlock the capital, resources, and corporate backing needed to fuel this joy revolution and keep our services 100% free.

Your Mission: What You’ll Do

As our founding Fundraising Lead, you will sit on our core Founding Committee, guiding a small task force of 3–4 volunteers to build SUNSHINE’s financial pipeline.

You will work side-by-side with the Founder to:

• Target Canary Wharf & the City: Build relationships with corporate sustainability teams and tech startups across the financial districts to pitch SUNSHINE for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, office fundraising days, or payroll giving.
• Secure Gifts-in-Kind: Approach local businesses, printers, and retailers to secure essential physical donations—including arts and crafts stationery, marketing print runs, clothing, or venue space for indoor winter socials
• Write the Grants: Lead the charge on researching and submitting punchy, data-driven applications for small trust funds and local micro-grants (like the National Lottery Awards for All or local council pots).
• Activate Community Giving: Manage our public digital giving platforms (like JustGiving or Buy Me A Coffee) and promote our Amazon Charity Wishlist so everyday donors can fund physical event gear easily.
• Track the Pipeline: Maintain a clean, shared Google Sheet tracking your applications, incoming donations, and corporate pitch timelines.

Who You Are (The Perfect Fit)

You do not need to be a seasoned corporate lobbyist or a professional philanthropist.

We are looking for a human who is:

• A Confident Pitcher: You are articulate, professional, and comfortable writing compelling outreach letters, speaking to local managers, or presenting a 5-slide pitch deck to corporate teams.
• Proactive & Strategic: You don't wait for funds to appear. You love mapping out opportunities—from a £500 council grant to a major Canary Wharf CSR initiative—and taking the initiative to go after them.
• Meticulously Organised: You are comfortable tracking deadlines, managing simple pipelines on spreadsheets, and coordinating a small, skilled task force to hit targets.
• Deeply Passionate About Impact: You understand that every pound or physical asset secured translates directly into more bubbles, more quote cards, and more lifelines for lonely Londoners.

Why Lead With Us?

• High-Value Corporate Exposure: You will interface directly with corporate social responsibility (CSR) executives, corporate foundations, and high-net-worth local businesses, building elite contacts across London.
• Elite CV Portfolio Power: Demonstrating that you designed and executed the founding fundraising framework for a fast-scaling London movement is an unmatched asset for any career in finance, sales, business development, or non-profit management.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Manage your emails, grant writing, and research entirely on your own terms. Fit this contribution seamlessly around your corporate career, freelance life, or studies.
• Pure Joy: You will be the financial backbone of this entire movement. Every single smile on our "Sunshine Benches" will be a direct result of the capital and resources you unlocked.

Ready to Fuel the Joy Revolution?

Let’s make something beautiful together.

To Apply: Please send a brief introductory note and a link to your LinkedIn profile or CV directly through CharityJob. Tell us a tiny bit about your professional, sales, or fundraising background and why you want to help SUNSHINE grow in the inner-London area!

SUNSHINE Charity 

Shining a light on loneliness

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT & ONBOARDING SPECIALIST (The Talent Scout) - VOLUNTEER ROLE

• Location: 100% Remote (Work from anywhere in London or the UK)
• Commitment: 2–3 hours per week (Highly flexible, manage your own hours across the week)
• Salary: Voluntary (with incredible real-world HR experience, a massive boost to your CV, and a direct hand in building a life-saving squad)

The Spark: Why We Need You

London is one of the most electric, fast-paced cities on Earth. Yet underneath the noise, it is facing a quiet crisis. In boroughs like Tower Hamlets, nearly 40% of our neighbors report feeling chronically lonely and isolated. For many adults aged 16+, urban isolation is a heavy, daily reality.

We are SUNSHINE, and we are here to smash that isolation with pure, unadulterated, radical positivity!

We take over public parks, un-used spaces and high streets with high-vibrancy weekend pop-ups—bringing bright neon t-shirts, upbeat music, handmade positive quote cards, and literal bubble machines directly to the pavement to turn strangers into neighbours.

Our mission is buzzing, and applications from passionate people wanting to help us are starting to roll in. Now, we need our ultimate matchmaker. We need an organised, warm, and highly communicative Volunteer Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist to help us scout, vet, and welcome the founding squad that will power this joy revolution!

Your Mission: What You’ll Do

As our founding Recruitment Lead, you will sit within our HR working group. You will be the vital gatekeeper of SUNSHINE’s frontline and digital culture, working to:

• Review Incoming Talent: Monitor our onboarding Google Form, reviewing incoming profiles from potential frontline "Joy Catalysts" and behind-the-scenes creative masters.
• The 5-Minute Digital Handshake: Connect with successful applicants via a quick, warm, and friendly WhatsApp chat or voice note to check their energy, answer their questions, and make them feel incredibly hyped to join us.
• Onboard with Ease: Ensure new team members are smoothly integrated into our safe, private volunteer WhatsApp coordination chats and have access to their relevant Google Drive folders.
• Coordinate the Roster: Help map out and manage our volunteer shift schedules so our "Sunshine Benches" are always perfectly staffed with friendly faces.

Who You Are (The Perfect Fit)

You do not need a senior corporate HR directorship or a master's degree in recruitment.

We are looking for a human who is:

• A Natural People Person: You have an incredibly warm, encouraging, and bubbly digital presence. You genuinely love connecting with people and making them feel valued.
• Superbly Organised: You use spreadsheets, WhatsApp, and Google Forms with total comfort, and you take pride in moving applicants through a process without dropping the ball.
• A Reliable Communicator: You are proactive, responsive, and comfortable managing your own tasks asynchronously across the week.
• Passionate About People: You believe that a volunteer's journey should be exciting and supportive from day one, and you want to use your organisational powers to fight loneliness.

Why Lead With Us?

• Build the Culture: You will have a direct hand in hand-picking and shaping the core team culture of a fast-scaling London movement.
• Incredible CV Capital: Gaining hands-on recruitment, talent pooling, and onboarding experience for a launching charity is a high-utility asset for any professional HR, management, or administrative portfolio.
• Ultimate Flexibility: This role fits entirely around your day job, studies, or personal life. Check applications and send voice notes from your phone whenever it suits you.
• Pure Joy: You will be the very first person to welcome our volunteers, setting the positive, vibrant tone that allows them to go out and change lives across London.

Ready to Help Us Build the Squad?

Let’s make something beautiful together.

To Apply: Please send a brief introductory note and a link to your LinkedIn profile or CV directly through CharityJob. Tell us a little bit about your background and why you want to be the champion who builds the SUNSHINE team!

SUNSHINE Charity

Shining a light on loneliness

Fundraising Events Organiser Volunteer

Would you like to be part of a dedicated and friendly team of volunteers and make a real difference to the lives of cats and kittens in our care?Do you enjoy planning and organising for events?  Maybe you have a particular skill that you would like to put to use?
 
Then this could be the role for you! 
 
Our Fundraising Events Team are at the heart of what we do, raising essential funds for the cats.

Our Fundraising Events Organisersshare ideas, tasks and inspiration, planning and delivering local events, with the support of the Fundraising events helpers, such as Open Days (usually 2 per year) at the centre andour annual Christmas Bazaar.

Time Expectation:  This role can be varied and time commitment can be flexible. 

Without volunteers, Cats Protection Berkshire Cat Centre simply wouldn't exist. Our amazing, friendly volunteers are a diverse group with a shared love of cats who fit volunteering around their home lives and personal commitments.

We're often looking to welcome new volunteers to join our brilliant team. As well as meeting great people and making an incredible difference to the cats of Berkshire.

Please note:  Although we do welcome everyone, unfortunately our centre is not set up to accommodate young volunteers under the age of 18, including those on the Duke of Edinburgh programme.

Full training and support will be given for all roles.  We look forward to hearing from you!