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This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in business development, corporate partnerships, account management, sales, CSR, philanthropy, or fundraising to use their skills to make a tangible difference in the lives of refugees.
You will play a key role in helping Plateful Café develop relationships with local and national businesses, generating support through corporate donations, sponsorship, employee volunteering, catering contracts, and long-term strategic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Engagement
Income Generation
Catering and Enterprise Development
Employee Volunteering and Skills Sharing
Strategic Support
We Are Looking For Someone Who Has
Essential
Desirable
What You Will Gain
Our Values
At Plateful Café, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to contribute, belong, and thrive. We celebrate diversity, value lived experience, and use food to bring communities together.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from individuals with experience of migration, displacement, or supporting diverse communities.
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As a Volunteer Donor Relationship Co-ordinator, you will play a crucial role in forming and maintaining relationships with our donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated, whilst forming & implementing a strategy to keep them donating. This role would suit someone who is confident, enthusiastic about building strong connections, and passionate about the welfare of refugees & asylum seekers.
Key responsibilities:
Requirements:
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About The Role: Head of People (Volunteer)
Location: Remote
Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, unpaid role)
Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10-15 hours a week; minimum 3 months
Professional Volunteering
Professional volunteering is a 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.
Position Overview
The Head of People will be a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO. This volunteer, unpaid role leads the People team (including HR Business Partners and Recruiting) and oversees People Operations, talent acquisition, and culture-building initiatives to ensure an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing environment. This role is fully remote.
Key Responsibilities
People Operations & HR Strategy
Develop and implement HR policies, processes, and best practices that support the organization’s growth.
Oversee all aspects of people operations, including onboarding, performance management, compliance, and employee relations.
Ensure legal and ethical HR practices, even within a volunteer-driven environment.
Leverage HR technology and tools to streamline people operations.
Talent Management
Develop and implement best-in-class volunteer and employee onboarding programs.
Create career development opportunities to enhance engagement and retention.
Culture & Employee Experience
Champion a strong, mission-driven culture aligned with the organization’s values.
Develop employer branding and internal communications programs.
Drive initiatives to foster employee engagement, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
Lead DEI efforts across the organization.
Support leadership in resolving conflicts and improving team dynamics.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in human resources in a leadership role.
Experience leading an HR team, preferably in a nonprofit or volunteer-based organization.
Strong knowledge of HR best practices, including talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational culture.
Proven ability to build and implement HR policies and programs from the ground up.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
Experience working in a remote and distributed team environment.
Demonstrated passion for Solution Community’s mission and commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.
Preferred Qualifications
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent) is a plus.
Experience managing volunteers and remote teams.
Background in DEI initiatives and culture transformation.
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.
About the Role Within Our Culture
At Solution Community, we value fostering a positive workplace where every member can contribute meaningfully. This is a volunteer, unpaid position designed for someone who is deeply committed to our mission and eager to help scale a values-driven organization. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a global people function, influence organizational culture, and leave a lasting impact on countless lives around the world.
To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world's social problems.


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Bid Writer Role Description
What will you be doing?
We are excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a talented Bid Writer to join our passionate team at the Africa Health Organisation (AHO)! Since 1999, we've been dedicated to delivering health and social care to millions across Africa and the Diaspora, and now we're ready to elevate our impact further.
This year, we're embarking on a mission to broaden our funding strategy by incorporating bids and tenders. Our goal is to engage with the governments in Africa and the UK, the public sector, and the public, providing essential practical and emotional support to those facing chronic conditions. We need a visionary like you to help us achieve our goals.
We're seeking a dynamic and experienced Bid Writer to assist the Bid Manager and Head of Bids in developing and executing a winning strategy to secure the necessary financial backing. There are numerous exciting possibilities ahead, including central government tenders, as well as local and statutory opportunities. We're eager to explore them all.
In this pivotal role, you'll assist the Bid Manager in planning and executing our bids and tender writing, ensuring our bid proposals not only shine but also come to life in meaningful ways. If you're a bid writer who thrives on creativity and collaboration, we want to hear from you! Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and mentor volunteers within our bid and tender team, making a positive impact together. Join us on this exciting journey!
What are we looking for?
Person Specification: What You'll Bring:
What difference will you make?
In this exciting role, you will lead the strategic effort to win new business through competitive bids, tenders, and proposals, ultimately driving AHO's success. Your specialised knowledge will enhance our win rates and maximise revenue by bringing clarity, quality, and coordination to what can be a complex and high-stakes journey.
Your primary mission is to boost AHO's tender win rates and strengthen our strategic advantage. By diligently overseeing each step of the bidding process—from initial evaluation to final submission—you will significantly improve the quality and persuasion of our proposals, directly increasing our chances of securing valuable contracts.
You'll provide key insights to help the Bid Manager target the most promising opportunities by implementing a thoughtful "bid/no-bid" process. This approach will ensure we focus only on lucrative and winnable contracts that closely align with our strategic goals, ultimately saving time and resources and allowing us to prioritise high-potential projects.
In this role, you will orchestrate a well-coordinated process that drives operational efficiency. Acting as the central point of contact, you will gather input from diverse internal teams—sales, finance, legal, and technical experts—ensuring everyone collaborates smoothly to meet critical deadlines.
As a self-starter, you'll elevate the quality of our bid content. By overseeing the creation of compelling, polished materials, you'll ensure that our final submissions are professional, cohesive, and error-free. You will utilise a centralised content library filled with valuable resources, such as case studies and CVs, to streamline our efforts and enhance our proposals.
You will keep projects on track by developing detailed project plans and timelines, ensuring that all tasks are completed punctually—especially critical in the fast-paced environment of tender submissions. Your effective management will ease the workload for colleagues focused on their core responsibilities, allowing the entire team to shine.
To foster long-term business growth, you'll create a wealth of knowledge around our tenders and bids. By conducting insightful post-submission debriefs and analysing feedback, you will capture invaluable lessons from both successes and setbacks. This ongoing improvement process will enhance our bidding capabilities for future opportunities.
You can also enhance AHO's brand reputation by submitting well-organised, accurate, and compliant bids. By doing so, you'll showcase our professionalism and reliability to clients, building trust and solidifying our credible standing in the market.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about fundraising, social impact, and business development. If you're eager to apply your skills to drive meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you!
Only applications made using CharityJob will be accepted. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered.
To promote equity in health, to combat disease, and to improve the quality of, and lengthen, the lives of the people in Africa and the Diaspora.



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The Africa Health Organisation (AHO) seeks to engage in bidding and tendering to deliver health and social care services effectively. Our goal is to ensure sustainability and positively impact the lives of more people. We want assistance in developing an ambitious strategy.
What will you be doing?
We are excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a talented Bid Manager to join our passionate team at the Africa Health Organisation (AHO)! Since 1999, we've been dedicated to delivering health and social care to millions across Africa and the Diaspora, and now we're ready to further elevate our impact.
This year, we're embarking on a mission to broaden our funding strategy by incorporating bid and tender opportunities. Our goal is to engage with governments in Africa and the UK, the public sector, and the public, providing essential, practical, and emotional support to those facing chronic conditions. We need a visionary like you to help us achieve our goals.
We're seeking a dynamic, experienced Bid Manager to develop and execute a winning strategy to secure the necessary financial backing. There are numerous exciting possibilities ahead, including central government tenders, local and statutory opportunities. We're eager to explore them all.
In this pivotal role, you'll plan and execute our bids and tender writing efforts, ensuring that our bid proposals not only shine but also come to life in meaningful ways. If you're a bid writer who thrives on creativity and collaboration, we want to hear from you! Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and mentor volunteers within our bid and tender team, making a positive impact together. Join us on this exciting journey!
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Role Description:
Bid Management: Lead and manage the entire bid and tender process, ensuring submissions meet deadlines and align with client requirements across the UK & Ireland.
Proposal Development: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop tailored, high-quality, and persuasive proposals that align with our value proposition.
Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with sales, operations, legal, and clinical teams to gather critical input and ensure accurate, compliant, and compelling submissions.
Market Analysis: Stay informed on market trends, tender opportunities, and competitor activity to identify and secure strategic opportunities.
Compliance: Ensure all submissions adhere to company standards, client specifications, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Process Improvement: Continuously refine bid processes, content libraries, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Post-Submission Activities: Manage debrief processes and gather feedback to inform future submissions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
What are we looking for?
Person Specification: What You'll Bring:
What difference will you make?
In this exciting role, you will lead the strategic process for winning new business through competitive bids, tenders, and proposals, ultimately elevating AHO's success. Your specialised knowledge will enhance our win rates and maximise revenue by bringing clarity, quality, and coordination to what can be a complex and high-stakes journey. impact
Your primary mission is to boost AHO's tender win rates and strengthen our strategic advantage. By diligently overseeing each step of the bidding process—from initial evaluation to final submission—you will significantly improve the quality and persuasion of our proposals, directly increasing our chances of securing valuable contracts.
You'll provide key insights to help AHO target the most promising opportunities by implementing a thoughtful "bid/no-bid" process. This approach will ensure we focus only on lucrative and winnable contracts that closely align with our strategic goals, ultimately saving time and resources and allowing us to prioritise high-potential projects.
In this role, you will orchestrate a well-coordinated process that drives operational efficiency. As the central point of contact, you will gather input from diverse internal teams—sales, finance, legal, and technical—ensuring everyone collaborates smoothly to meet critical deadlines.
As a leader, you'll elevate the quality of our bid content. By overseeing the creation of compelling, polished materials, you'll ensure our final submissions are professional, cohesive, and error-free. You will utilise a centralised content library containing valuable resources, such as case studies and CVs, to streamline efforts and enhance our proposals.
You will keep projects on track by developing detailed project plans and timelines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time—especially critical in the fast-paced environment of tender submissions. Your effective management will ease colleagues' workloads, allowing the entire team to shine.
To foster long-term business growth, you'll create a wealth of knowledge around our tenders and bids. By conducting insightful post-submission debriefs and analysing feedback, you will capture invaluable lessons from both successes and setbacks. This ongoing improvement process will enhance our bidding capabilities for future opportunities.
You also have the opportunity to enhance AHO's brand reputation by submitting well-organised, accurate, and compliant bids. By doing so, you'll showcase our professionalism and reliability to clients, building trust and solidifying our credible standing in the market.
Strategic alignment is vital for sustaining consistent, stable business growth. Together, we can make a remarkable impact on development.
Applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how they meet the role description and the person specification.
Interviews will be arranged and conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Interview dates are agreed with the applicant.
To promote equity in health, to combat disease, and to improve the quality of, and lengthen, the lives of the people in Africa and the Diaspora.



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Are you passionate about making a real impact in global healthcare?
The Global Health Reform Initiative Foundation (GHRI) is looking for a Volunteer Partnership Coordinator to help us expand our reach and build meaningful collaborations with hospitals, organizations, and supporters worldwide.
�� About GHRI
GHRI is a global health initiative focused on improving access to healthcare for underserved communities through telemedicine, digital health solutions, and strategic partnerships.
�� Your Role
As a Volunteer Partnership Coordinator, you will:
Reach out to hospitals, NGOs, and healthcare organizations for collaboration
Identify and connect with potential partners and sponsors
Support outreach to investors and donors
Assist in developing partnership proposals and presentations
Help grow GHRI’s global network and visibility
�� Who We’re Looking For
Strong communication and networking skills
Passion for healthcare, humanitarian work, or social impact
Confidence in outreach (email, LinkedIn, messaging)
Self-motivated and proactive mindset
Experience in marketing, sales, or partnerships is a plus (but not required)
�� What You Gain
Hands-on experience in partnership development and global outreach
Opportunity to build a strong professional network
Letter of recommendation and recognition for your contribution
Flexible, remote working environment
Be part of a mission that saves lives and improves access to healthcare
Our mission is to deliver affordable, quality healthcare to underserved communities via telemedicine, hospital links & humanitarian aid.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Change a life. Mentor a Fatherless Boy.
Who are we?
At Chapter2, a Reading-based charity that mentors fatherless boys through a network of 1:1 male volunteers. Our mentoring is long-term and activity based in order to develop meaningful trusted relationships that can have a positive impact on a boy's life.
What sort of person are we looking for?
If you are a man living within a 45-minute drive of Reading, Berkshire, then we’d love to hear from you. We recruit, train and match men with boys aged 8 - 16 that do not have a healthy male role model. Our mentoring is activity-based, and we match mentees with a mentor based on their shared interests. You will be committed to walking alongside your mentee for a minimum of 2 years; meeting him for 1-2 hours a week/fortnightly. Most of the mentoring is doing normal activities a father might do with his son ie go for a bike ride, kick a football around, take a walk, etc. We also offer montly group activities that you and your mentee can access for free. In the past these have included paintball, laser tag, bushcraft, footgolf, beach day, go karting, rock climbing, etc.
What do we offer you?
You will receive high-quality training at the beginning of your mentoring journey, as well weekly check-ins from your mentor manager, who will support you throughout your time as a mentor. Additional training is also provided throughout your mentoring journey. Most activities mentors do with their mentees is free, but we do cover some expenses if an activity has an associated cost.
How do I apply?
Register your interest on our website and we’ll send you an email within 1 working day.
Safer Recuritment
The safeguarding and well-being of our mentees is of the utmost importance, and applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check and, where necessary, an overseas background check.
There is also an assessment process which includes an application, references and interview.
Successful applicants will also be required to complete Basic Safeguarding training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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United Nations CSO, Centre for Big Synergy, reaches over 250M in over 120 countries.
Volunteer Media correspondents (Campaigns) will be leading and supporting Centre for Big Synergy’s (CBS) SDG campaigns and events by capturing and sharing impactful stories and features across its communication channels, reaching millions.
What will you be doing?
Working closely with relevant campaigns or events team leadership and other volunteers of CBS, the Media Correspondents will interview members of public, campaign stakeholders, special guests, celebrities, leaders in policy, business and media , produce high‑quality audio‑visual content, and manage digital publications, helping to strengthen awareness, engagement, and visibility for our organisation’s mission and project outcomes.
Correspondents will be engaging with campaigns such as below and more
A. Big Syn International Film Festival
B. Talk climate, not just weather
Correspondents will play a key role in shaping and sharing the stories behind our sustainability initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:
What are we looking for?
We are seeking a confident and capable media professional who brings:
What difference will you make?
Your work will directly amplify the impact of our sustainability projects by bringing real stories, voices, and achievements to the forefront. Through your content, you will:
Your contribution will help us extend our reach, deepen our influence, and accelerate progress toward a more sustainable and equitable future.
Please note: Can perform all duties remotely, wherever they re based. Will be required to travel to London for events if available. Campaigns run for extended periods of time and Media Correspondents are required to commit to at least 3 months to contribute to those, to ensure meaningful engagement and impact of their contributions.
Our mission: Facilitate the responsible creation and evolution of products, practices and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Unify Giving is a social impact platform on a mission to transform the way people support those experiencing homelessness and hardship. We are building technology that connects donors, businesses, charities, and vulnerable individuals in a transparent, dignified, and meaningful way.
Our platform is being built by a passionate community of volunteers, innovators, technologists, and social impact leaders who believe business can be a force for good.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our Sales & Partnerships Team.
Who We’re Looking For
This opportunity is ideal for:
• Experienced sales professionals between roles who want to stay active and build something meaningful.
• Aspiring sales professionals looking to gain real-world experience.
• Individuals returning to work after a career break.
• People who are passionate about helping others while developing valuable commercial skills.
• Self-motivated individuals who believe in loyalty, integrity, and long-term relationships.
Most importantly, we’re looking for people who genuinely care about making a difference.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Building relationships with businesses and potential partners.
• Introducing organisations to the Unify Giving mission.
• Helping secure merchant, corporate, and community partnerships.
• Identifying opportunities to grow our impact.
• Representing a platform focused on social good and innovation.
• Contributing ideas and helping shape our growth strategy.
What You’ll Gain
• Hands-on sales and business development experience.
• Mentorship and support from experienced founders and business leaders.
• The opportunity to build your professional profile and network.
• Meaningful references based on performance and contribution.
• Experience working within a fast-growing social enterprise and technology platform.
• The satisfaction of helping create real social impact.
Our Culture
At Unify Giving, we believe loyalty works both ways.
We understand that many talented people are facing difficult circumstances in today’s job market. We value commitment, effort, honesty, and character above polished CVs.
If you join our team, you’ll be treated with respect, supported in your development, and given opportunities to grow alongside the organisation.
We’re not simply looking for salespeople.
We’re looking for people who want to be part of a movement that combines technology, business, and compassion to help humanity.
Interested?
Connecting donors directly with individuals expriencing homelessness.

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Job description
As Clinical Lead, you will provide professional oversight, guidance, and liaison for all cultural and emotional therapy initiatives within the organisation. You will work closely with membership, engagement, and programme teams. This role blends strategic leadership, operational management, and community-facing support to build safe, transformative, and accessible therapy systems.
Experience Qualification and Requirements
Essential / Highly Valued Experience
Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C. is a survivor-led podcast, YouTube channel, and healing membership organisation. We provide a platform for survivors and whistleblowers to share lived experiences, expose systemic issues, and promote solutions rooted in culturally trauma-informed care.
Our membership supports young people and survivors through healing, education, and digital skills development. Members participate in our Alchemic 369 Book Club, engaging in discussions and critical analysis of African, Caribbean, and world history, Ifa, classics, and political thought. Members also benefit from author discussions, subsidised plant-based retreats, and a supportive community focused on empowerment and growth.
We are a mission-driven organisation combining healing, education, truth-telling, and community empowerment.
Our Content Focuses On:
Our mission is to challenge harmful cycles, expose hidden truths, fight for justice, and create lasting social change.
Job Purpose
To design and build the digital management systems that will serve as the operational backbone of the IFA Retreat, enabling effective management of procurement, inventory, staffing, suppliers, budgets, projects, maintenance, and reporting through a centralised platform.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Business Systems Developer, you will design and implement the retreat's management infrastructure using platforms such as Airtable, Notion, ClickUp, Monday, Odoo, or similar database solutions.
Working alongside the Operations and Procurement Consultants, you will translate operational requirements into practical digital systems that support the retreat from development through to full operation.
Key Responsibilities:
This role is essential to ensuring accountability, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
Skills & Experience
Desirable:
What You Will Gain
This role is designed as a long-term pathway into greater responsibility, professional growth, and potential paid opportunities as the organisation expands.
We believe in collectivism rather than individualism—as the platform grows, so do your opportunities, influence, and impact.
Additional Notes
This role may not be suitable if you:
To Apply
Please send:
We welcome people passionate about healing, justice, education, empowerment, and creating lasting community impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Summar
To bring our vision to life, you will play a key role in engaging and nurturing our audience through email. As an Email Marketing Copywriter, you will be responsible for writing compelling email campaigns that inspire action, build relationships, and support Roots Academy's programs and initiatives.
Key Tasks
What we're looking for:
What we have to offer
Please note: This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food , travel, and equipment, in line with our Expenses Policy.
We teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to Young Muslims across the UK and internationally.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Wren Project is a volunteer-led charity that provides free, remote, one-to-one, ongoing listening support for people in distress and living with autoimmune disease. There are over 120 autoimmune diseases currently diagnosed by the NHS and these include Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis and Crohn's disease- they are all chronic illnesses which can have life altering impacts.
Volunteers at the Wren Project provide emotional listening support to people with autoimmune disease (our Wrens). In appointments, volunteers offer listening support, where Wrens can talk about how autoimmune disease is impacting their life, without giving advice or offering solutions. Volunteers join a regular fortnightly shift during which they meet with up to 2 Wrens in two 50-minute appointments.
Volunteers do not need to have qualifications or any knowledge or experience of autoimmune disease. We are looking for warm, empathetic, caring and resilient individuals who want to help others and have the time to offer ongoing, non-judgemental, listening support.
We are the only charity in the UK who provide support for all autoimmune diseases. Our vision is to build support and community for all four million people in the UK diagnosed with autoimmune disease. Our service would not be possible without the commitment, empathy and support of our volunteers.
WHAT VOLUNTEERING FOR US INVOLVES:
Application and training process:
Send an application form via our website;
Attend a group information and discovery conversation where you will learn more about the Wren Project and the listening role
Applicants will be invited to participate in a remote, 5-week training programme focusing on listening skills, courageous inquiry, turning towards difficulty and living with autoimmune disease;
A final one-to-one assessment of readiness before being matched with a Wren.
Please note, we access an applicant’s suitability for the role throughout the process.
The role:
Join a regular fortnightly shift, whereby you will support two Wrens in two separate, one-to-one sessions of 50 minutes via telephone/video call/online.
A self-reflective approach to learning and development supported by staff-led reflective practice sessions. Monthly attendance required for the initial six months.
Access to ongoing support from other volunteers and the Operations team;
Opportunities to support the charity in a variety of additional roles.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN VOLUNTEERS:
A desire to support people in times of distress.
An empathetic and understanding attitude.
A commitment to offering ongoing support to those in distress and to reflect upon the experience.
A quiet and private space to conduct appointments.
Access to a computer, telephone and a reliable internet connection.
Confidentiality, professionalism and reliability.
The commitment to volunteer at the Wren Project for at least one year.
WHAT WE OFFER OUR VOLUNTEERS:
Lifelong skills in deep listening.
Extensive training in empathetic listening and supporting distress.
An excellent opportunity to engage in ongoing personal reflection and development in a supportive charity environment.
A self-reflective approach to learning and development.
An insight into life with chronic illness and mental health.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a new on-line counselor to join our organisation. This will mean running an email service and even a Skype / zoom service if you wish.
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We are looking for someone to replace our current housing advice role as she is having to take time off. If you have expertese in this area please apply!