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Why we want you
Our vision is a society in which Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive. When anyone in the Armed Forces community finds themselves in need, SSAFA is the charity they can turn to – no one’s service is ever forgotten. More and more people need help, so we are growing our network of dedicated caseworkers.
Come and join our team! You will be making a real difference to the lives of those who need financial, practical, and emotional support. We value all our volunteers and the unique skills and experience they bring.
What you will be doing
- Arranging to talk with potential beneficiaries (on the phone or face to face) at a mutually convenient time
- Understanding peoples’ support needs and gathering information to assess their circumstances
- Typing written case reports to apply for financial assistance
- Sign-posting to services providing specialist support, such as mental health or housing support
- Keeping beneficiaries and the SSAFA regional office up to date with progress
The skills you need
- Friendly and approachable
- Great written and verbal communication skills
- Non-judgemental
- Reliable
- Basic IT skills
What's in it for you
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
- Be part of a friendly and supportive SSAFA team
- Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
- Access a range of training and learning opportunities
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment. This role qualifies for a criminal record check, which will be carried out at no cost to you. If you have a criminal record, it won't necessarily stop you from becoming a volunteer. Please read our Volunteer Vetting Guidance for more information.
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re recruiting two new board members to join our passionate team to help provide leadership and strategic direction to the charity.
We're seeking two new trustees who can bring with them experience of finance, one of whom can step into the role of Treasurer from 2027. We’re looking for people who will work well with our current Board and who appreciate the true role of governance, both as checks and balances to the organisation and as an enabling function.
Both roles will involve becoming an integral part of the Finance and Risk Committee, taking a significant role in financial and risk management and supporting the financial governance of the charity.
We're committed to being an organisation where everyone feels included and valued. We welcome, therefore, a diversity of candidates, including those for whom this presents their first time on a charity Board.
To find out more and apply, please click 'Redirect to recruiter'.
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Hekima is a small organization in Tanzania that promotes children rights, and youth through nurturing that enables children, families and communities in ending Violence Against Children (VAC). Hekima achieves this through community accountable where children and young youth demand their rights; strengthening child protection and participation systems and structures.
Volunteer & Partnerships Development Coordinator
The Volunteer & Partnerships Development Coordinator strengthens the organization’s volunteer program and builds academic partnerships. The role identifies existing volunteer opportunities, develops and maintains the organization’s volunteer page, and coordinates with departments to centralize volunteer needs. It also researches and engages universities to establish collaboration, internships, service-learning, and exchange programs. The coordinator manages outreach, maintains volunteer and partner databases, and provides regular reports to improve engagement and program effectiveness.
Minimum Hours per Week:
7-9 hours per week
Duration:
3-5 months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CB Plus – Recruiting New Trustees
CB Plus is a leading community charity working across London. As we enter a new strategic phase, we are looking for new Trustees to join our Board.
We want to strengthen our skills, broaden our perspectives, and better reflect the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority and under-represented communities, and from people with strong community insight.
We are especially seeking experience in:
- Finance / accounting
- HR / people management
- Public sector commissioning / local government
- Business development / income generation
We also welcome skills in:
Health and care, youth services, safeguarding, community cohesion, EDI, digital, data, communications, legal and governance.
No previous Board experience is required — we value good judgement, commitment, and a passion for strengthening communities.
What the role involves:
- Quarterly Board and Committee Meetings + occasional strategy sessions
- Providing oversight, support and healthy challenge to the leadership team
- Helping shape CB Plus’s future direction and impact
This is a voluntary position; reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Join us in shaping a stronger, more connected London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Action Tutoring
Action Tutoring is a national education charity founded in 2011, committed to ensuring that no child’s life chances are limited by their socio-economic background. Working across 11 hubs in England, the charity partners with primary and secondary schools to provide high-quality, curriculum-aligned tutoring in English and maths for pupils at risk of leaving school without reaching expected standards. By harnessing a network of trained volunteer tutors, Action Tutoring delivers personalised academic support to those who would otherwise be unable to access it.
The need for the charity’s work is significant. Disadvantaged pupils are, on average, 18 months behind their peers by the end of secondary school, and the attainment gap is now at its widest in 12 years. In 2024, only 46% of disadvantaged primary pupils met expected standards, compared with 67% of their non-disadvantaged peers.
Action Tutoring’s impact is clear. In 2023–24, pupils who received at least 10 tutoring sessions achieved markedly improved outcomes:
- Primary pupils were 15 percentage points more likely to meet expected reading standards and 11 percentage points more likely in maths
- Secondary pupils were nearly nine percentage points more likely to pass their maths GCSE
During this period, the charity supported 42,487 pupils, delivered more than 61,000 hours of tutoring, and engaged nearly 2,000 volunteer tutors nationwide. Its work is underpinned by diverse funding streams, including partnerships with organisations such as the Education Endowment Foundation and the Inflexion Foundation.
With a team of over 50 staff operating from a London head office and across regional hubs, Action Tutoring fosters a flexible, inclusive working culture grounded in social mobility, integrity, collaboration and evidence-based practice. The charity has been recognised for its commitment to staff wellbeing, partnership working and inclusivity, and maintains a strong focus on safeguarding and continuous learning.
Action Tutoring is now entering a pivotal period as it develops its next organisational strategy. This includes strengthening partnerships with schools and multi-academy trusts, expanding its reach to support more pupils facing disadvantage, and exploring how digital innovation and artificial intelligence can further enhance its tutoring model. Further detail on this strategic work can be found here.
Role specification
Trustees play a central role in shaping Action Tutoring’s long-term vision, supporting the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Senior Leadership Team, and ensuring strong governance across safeguarding, finance, strategy and risk. Working collectively, the Board provides constructive challenge and support to ensure the charity remains financially sustainable, evidence-led and focused on delivering meaningful impact for disadvantaged pupils.
Main responsibilities include:
- Ensuring that Action Tutoring pursues its mission and charitable objectives for public benefit, and that all strategic decisions reinforce this purpose
- Contributing to the formulation, oversight and review of the organisation’s strategic plan, ensuring it is ambitious, sustainable and underpinned by clear priorities for impact and growth
- Supporting and challenging the Senior Leadership Team and wider Board to ensure that strategic plans are implemented effectively and that progress is measured and evaluated
- Ensuring compliance with Action Tutoring’s governing document, charity law and regulatory requirements, including robust safeguarding practice in line with statutory guidance such as Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Acting at all times in the best interests of the charity, upholding its values, championing its work, and serving as an advocate with external stakeholders
- Providing stewardship and oversight of the charity’s financial management, ensuring resources are used responsibly, risks are identified and mitigated, and long-term sustainability is maintained
- Holding the CEO and senior team to account for organisational performance, safeguarding effectiveness, programme delivery, impact evaluation and cultural alignment
- Reviewing data, financial information and operational reporting to ensure transparency, rigorous scrutiny and organisational accountability
- Bringing reasonable care, skill and professional expertise to the role, including preparing thoroughly for meetings, attending regularly, and applying relevant insight—for example, in safeguarding or multi-academy trust governance—to provide informed, strategic challenge and guidance
Person specification
Action Tutoring seeks to appoint two new Trustees to its Board: one bringing senior leadership experience within schools or multi-academy trusts (MATs) and who can act as the Trustee point of contact for safeguarding oversight, working closely with the internal team. The other will bring strategic insight into educational technology and artificial intelligence (AI). Both individuals will be driven, values-led and collaborative, with a deep commitment to improving outcomes for young people facing disadvantage. They will bring a strong understanding of the barriers faced by disadvantaged children.
Education Trustee:
The successful candidate will bring senior leadership experience from the education sector, and their professional background will equip them with a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing disadvantaged pupils and the school settings in which they learn. They will have strong safeguarding knowledge and be willing to act as the Board’s first point of contact for the Designated Safeguarding Lead and wider team, providing informed advice and scrutiny. They will offer insight into how Action Tutoring’s model aligns with school-based strategies for raising attainment and addressing disadvantage, and how the charity can strengthen its partnerships with schools, education leaders and MATs to support sustainable growth. From time to time, they may also act as a mentor to the Programme Director.
EdTech/AI Trustee:
The EdTech/AI Trustee will be a strategic leader with a strong understanding of artificial intelligence and its potential application within education. They will bring awareness of emerging AI trends and the commercial implications for programme delivery, supporting the development of Action Tutoring’s AI tutor pilot, planned for 2026. While not required to be a technical specialist, they will be able to connect the charity to the right expertise when needed. Candidates may come from big tech, advisory, consulting or large-scale project environments, with EdTech experience valuable but not essential. They will provide strategic insight into how Action Tutoring’s model could evolve to harness AI responsibly, advise on technology-related risk, contribute to the organisation’s AI steering group, and act as a connector to key stakeholders who can support the charity’s long-term digital strategy.
Across both roles, Trustees will be expected to uphold Action Tutoring’s mission, values and safeguarding commitments, contributing to a culture of integrity, inclusion and accountability. They will work collaboratively with fellow Board members and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective governance, champion the charity’s work externally, and support the organisation to deliver high-quality, evidence-based programmes that improve life chances for disadvantaged young people.
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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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise addressing food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and sustainable partnerships.
We are seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer who is creative, strategic, and collaborative to lead SSI’s storytelling, public engagement, and community-focused communication initiatives. This role combines content creation, campaign management, brand stewardship, and stakeholder engagement to support SSI’s mission and growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Content creation and management: Write, edit, and publish clear, engaging, and inclusive content for SSI’s website, newsletters, blogs, press releases, and wider communications.
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Campaign development and execution: Plan and implement marketing and communications campaigns across digital and traditional channels to raise awareness, support membership growth, and increase engagement.
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Website management: Update and maintain SSI’s website content, ensuring it is accurate, accessible, up-to-date, and user-friendly.
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Brand management: Ensure SSI’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and visual identity are consistently applied across all communications and materials.
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Stakeholder engagement: Develop and maintain effective communication with members, volunteers, staff, partners, funders, and community networks.
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Develop and deliver marketing campaigns that promote SSI’s services, membership model, and community programmes.
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Manage SSI’s online presence, including its website, newsletters, and (where appropriate) social media platforms, in coordination with the Social Media Manager and Graphic & Content Coordinator.
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Support outreach and events with branded materials, graphics, and promotional content.
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Track campaign performance, analytics, and community engagement metrics, providing insight to inform future activity.
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Manage relationships with local media outlets, community partners, and networks.
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Uphold brand consistency across all digital, print, and in-person communications.
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Collaborate with Outreach, Membership, and Community Engagement Teams to align communications with SSI’s wider social impact goals.
About You
Key Skills and Qualifications
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and channels.
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Confident using digital tools such as email marketing platforms, basic website/content management systems, and analytics tools to support campaigns and track engagement.
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Ability to develop and implement marketing and communications strategies that align with organisational goals and community needs.
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Comfortable tracking, analysing, and reporting on campaign and communications performance, using data-driven insights to improve future work.
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Able to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders, integrating marketing and communications activity across the organisation.
Profile
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A creative and strategic thinker with strong writing and communication skills.
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Experience in marketing and/or communications.
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Organised, proactive, and adaptable to a fast-paced, community-focused environment.
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Passionate about SSI’s mission to promote dignity, affordability, and inclusion.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with clear, measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience across marketing, communications, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
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Collaboration with a committed, values-driven team working across operations, outreach, and community engagement.
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Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
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Potential for extended collaboration, references, or future opportunities within SSI, subject to organisational need.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise addressing food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships.
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and digitally confident Social Media Manager to manage SSI’s social media channels, ensuring consistent, mission-led communication that connects with members, volunteers, partners, and the wider community.This role focuses on platform management, scheduling, live engagement, and audience interaction.
You will work closely with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team to ensure all activity aligns with SSI’s brand, values, and communications policies.
Key Responsibilities
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Schedule, manage, and publish posts on SSI’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok) in line with content provided by the Graphic and Content Coordinator.
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Go live on social media platforms as needed to promote events, campaigns, or community initiatives.
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Monitor SSI’s social media channels, including comments, messages, tags, and mentions, ensuring timely, professional, community-centred responses.
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Collaborate with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team to ensure messaging aligns with campaigns, brand guidelines, and organisational priorities.
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Track basic analytics and engagement data, providing concise reports and insights to inform ongoing activity.
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Ensure all social media activity complies with SSI’s Brand Identity, Social Media Policy, and Communications Policy.
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Support the promotion of events, membership drives, and campaigns through coordinated social media activity with the team.
About You
Essential
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Experience in social media management and channel oversight.
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Confident using social media tools, scheduling platforms, and basic analytics dashboards.
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Strong organisational skills, able to manage calendars, live sessions, and multiple priorities.
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Clear, professional written communication and a community-centred approach when engaging online.
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Comfortable working collaboratively with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team.
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Genuine interest in community engagement, social enterprise, and SSI’s mission.
Desirable
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Familiarity with analytics tools (Instagram Insights, Meta Analytics, or similar) to track engagement and inform strategy.
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Interest in ethical storytelling, nonprofit marketing, or advocacy work.
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Experience coordinating with creative teams or managing workflows across multiple stakeholders.
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Ability to interpret social media metrics and make practical recommendations for improvement.
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Experience working in a small team or dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key.
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Strong organisational skills for managing multiple platforms, schedules, and live events simultaneously.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to manage social media for a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience in social media management, live engagement, and analytics reporting.
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Close collaboration with the Marketing & Communications Team and the Graphic and Content Coordinator.
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Networking opportunities through SSI’s community events, partners, and outreach activities.
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Training and development to support your growth and impact.
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Potential for extended collaboration or future opportunities within SSI, subject to organisational need.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise tackling food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships.
We are seeking a Graphic Designer who is creative, detail-oriented, and collaborative to produce high-quality visual materials that strengthen SSI’s brand, support marketing campaigns, and engage our community. The role ensures SSI’s communications are visually consistent, professional, inclusive, and reflective of our mission.
Key Responsibilities
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Support SSI’s social media content with visually engaging, consistent design in collaboration with the Social Media Manager.
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Collaborate with the Social Media Manager to align visuals with campaign goals and organisational messaging.
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Maintain and apply SSI’s visual identity guidelines, ensuring all outputs meet accessibility and inclusivity standards.
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Edit and format images, infographics, and other visual assets for digital and print channels.
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Manage multiple design projects and deliver high-quality work to agreed deadlines.
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Contribute creative ideas to enhance SSI’s storytelling, campaigns, and public engagement.
Ideal Candidate
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A creative thinker with a strong eye for detail, layout, and composition.
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Proficient in design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), or Figma.
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Experience in brand identity, campaign design, or social media visual content.
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Organised, adaptable, and able to prioritise multiple projects effectively.
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Passionate about SSI’s mission and committed to social impact, inclusivity, and accessibility.
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Strong collaboration skills, able to work with the Social Media Management Team and other departments.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience in design for campaigns, marketing, and communications.
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Collaboration with a committed team across marketing, social media, and outreach functions.
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Training and professional development in creative design, accessibility, and nonprofit communications.
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Potential for extended collaboration, recognition, or future opportunities within SSI.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages), creative portfolio, and short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are a dynamic charity, focused on helping survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable freedom by providing invaluable training, coaching, work experience and advocacy across the UK. It is now two years since we launched a new strategy from which we have increased our impact whilst strengthening and broadening our services for survivors of modern slavery. In these challenging times it is even more important that we continue to be bold, resilient and effective. We are looking for a new Chair of Trustees who has the vision, passion and expertise to collaboratively lead the organisation during this exciting period. The Chair together with the trustees will work to ensure effective governance and provide guidance and support to the executive to ensure that we continue to support and advocate for survivors of modern slavery.
Chair Role & Responsibilities
SHF aims to work in a proactive and collaborative manner, and the Chair will play an important part in setting the tone and bringing all the stakeholders together. We are looking for someone who has considerable experience of leadership at an executive or board level in the charity or corporate sector and has an understanding of the modern slavery sector.
The people that we work with come from all over the world and have a wide variety of beliefs, experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to sharing in and reflecting this rich diversity amongst our staff, volunteers and trustees and would strongly encourage applicants from minority and under-represented groups, and from those with lived experience. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are.
Governance and Culture
- Provide leadership and oversight to the board and executive team on strategy, governance and risk, ensuring that we meet our obligations and responsibilities, including but not limited to governance structures, financial responsibilities, ethos and charity law.
- Ensure that the charity is acting in accordance with its constitution and uses its resources responsibly and exclusively to further its charity objects.
- Support the strengthening of accountable and effective practice within the charity’s governance, helping to cultivate clear commitments, regular learningSustainable freedom from modern slavery 6 focused reviews, and a transparent understanding of impact against strategic priorities.
- Ensure effective scrutiny of finance at board level and that the charity is financially sustainable.
Board Effectiveness
- Facilitate and guide conversations in a way that enables constructive discussion, draws out diverse perspectives and supports informed, shared decision-making.
- Encourage full participation from all trustees, recognising and valuing different skills, identities and lived experiences.
- Work with the Chief Executive and committee Chairs to ensure that board meetings are well planned with agendas that reflect the priorities of SHF and the responsibilities of the trustees.
- Meet as appropriate with the treasurer and Chairs of any board committees.
- Build strong, respectful working relationships between trustees, addressing challenges or conflict with openness and fairness.
- Model and promote a positive and collaborative board culture based on mutual respect rooted in SHF’s values and an appropriate balance of support and challenge
Advocacy and Strategic Development
- Work with the CEO and trustees to strengthen understanding of modern slavery issues, build recognition of the impact of our programmes and influence key decision makers.
- Support the CEO when required to strengthen SHF’s advocacy impact.
- Ensure our strategy is ambitious and financially sustainable and that risks are identified and effectively managed by the executive.
- Bring strategic and planning expertise to the process of ongoing evaluation and refreshment of the strategy.
Development/Fundraising:
- Act as an ambassador for SHF by raising its profile through your networks.
- Build, maintain and develop partnerships which reflect our values and directly benefit our mission.
- Play an active role in supporting the executive to reach its revenue goals.
CEO Mentor and Constructive Friend to the Managing Executive
- Provide a supportive, confidential space for the CEO as a sounding board and constructive friend.
- Build a strong working relationship with the CEO to maintain an overview of SHF’s affairs, to support as necessary the management of sensitive, complex or contentious issues and, where appropriate, provide constructive challenge to the CEO.
- Build a strong working relationship with the executive, offering constructive advice and support whilst maintaining the boundary between the operational decisionmaking of the executive and governance oversight of the Board.
- Lead the annual appraisal for the CEO in line with SHF’s appraisal process and in consultation with other trustees. Ensure that any identified professional development needs are put in place.
Safeguarding Ensure that:
- A Safeguarding Policy and Procedure is in place, is reviewed as least annually and is available to and understood/applied by staff.
- A culture of safeguarding is championed, where wellbeing and psychological safety is prioritised and staff, volunteers and people with lived experience can raise concerns without fear of judgement or reprisal.
- There is a staff Code of Conduct and policies such as Speaking Out (formally Whistleblowing) and Safer Recruitment are in place.
- Safeguarding concerns are managed effectively; there are systems in place for its management; safeguarding resources including training; a DSL is appointed whose role is stated in their job description.
- Regular feedback on safeguarding activity is received (such as gaps, threats, risks), oversee a risk register and the remedial actions required and the track progress.
- Chair of Trustees undertakes enquiries in the event of an allegation being made against the CEO
- Compliance with the Charity Commission serious incident notification requirements, and other bodies such as regulators, commissioners, grant makers, and insurance companies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role purpose: Complete administrative tasks predominantly for Penfriends in our London office. Volunteer Penfriends need to be over 21 years old, so this is also a requirement of the administrators role. Other tasks may be included to support our Programmes and Office Administrator.
Responsible to: Volunteers are supported by the Programmes and Volunteer Coordinator.
Location and commitment: We are located in an office near Vauxhall station, London. The role is flexible and time committed can be discussed.
At The Hardman Trust we have a Mission, Purpose and Vision
Mission: Specialising in the unique needs of people on long sentences, we provide tailored practical and financial support to help people find belonging, move into work or training, and reach their personal goals.
Purpose: We support people on long sentences to take their next steps in life so they benefit, their families benefit and the wider community benefits too.
Vision: A future where everyone can achieve their potential within and beyond prison.
Who are Penfriends and how do they fit in?
Penfriends are part of The Hardman Trust. We make it possible for volunteers to write safely to prisoners, who are serving any length of prison sentence, giving friendship, hope and a reminder of the outside world to people at all stages of their sentence. Our The Penfriends programme supports the wellbeing of prisoners by encouraging safe, non-judgemental connection and friendship via letters and emails from volunteers across the UK.
By supporting prisoners who have been sentenced to any length of imprisonment, not just a long sentence, we provide support to the wider prison population. We are therefore available to any prisoners at any stage of their prison sentence, allowing us to support the wellbeing of more prisoners and the mission, purpose and vision of The Hardman Trust as a whole.
Role Summary
As a volunteer administrator you will support with the processing of letters received and sent from prisoners and their penfriends. This can include:
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Opening, sorting, checking and redistributing post to prisoners and penfriends
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Using our databases and other IT systems to record and maintain data
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Respond to emails and support prisoners and penfriends who communicate via email
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Work with other admin volunteers and the office administrator
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Support other office admin tasks to make a good use of your time
Relevant Skills and Experience
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Good communication and listening skills
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Good administrative and organisational skills
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Be IT literate
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Have good attention to detail
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Show reliability / commitment
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Ability to work within guidelines and expectations set by The Hardman Trust
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Be able to set and work within set boundaries
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Have an understanding of GDPR and confidentiality
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Willingness to attend any relevant training for the role
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Adhere to our safeguarding rules and remain vigilant at all times
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Have a current DBS check or willingness to undertake a DBS check (this is because of the sensitive and confidential information you will have access to and The Hardman Trust has a duty to safeguard prisoners, volunteers and staff)
What will you gain from this role?
You will join a volunteer community at The Hardman Trust, which is dedicated to supporting people serving long prison sentences..
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Work experience
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Knowledge of the criminal justice sector
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Be part of a friendly and diverse team working in a modern and ethical office space
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Travel and subsistence expenses
How to apply -
Please contact us by the 31st January 2026 to request an application form. Contact details can be found in attached role description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise tackling food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships. We are seeking a Recruitment Officer to lead SSI’s recruitment activities. This role will focus on attracting, selecting, and supporting team members across SSI’s operations, ensuring they are welcomed, trained, and empowered to contribute to our mission and social impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and deliver recruitment campaigns across relevant channels.
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Respond to applications and enquiries, guiding candidates and volunteers through the recruitment process.
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Review applications, coordinate interviews, and facilitate the selection process for all roles.
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Coordinate onboarding and induction, including role information, training, and support materials.
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Maintain accurate recruitment records, role descriptions, and schedules.
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Work with team leads to identify staffing and volunteer needs and ensure timely recruitment to fill operational gaps.
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Support engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives to build a motivated, diverse, and committed workforce.
Core Duties
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Ensure recruitment practices align with SSI’s mission, values, and compliance standards, including safeguarding and equality policies.
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Exercise professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all recruitment and onboarding matters.
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Safeguard confidentiality and data protection in handling candidate and volunteer information.
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Collaborate with internal teams to design clear, accessible role profiles that meet operational needs.
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Contribute to projects or committees related to recruitment, HR, or organisational development as required.
Expectations of the Role
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Attend and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions.
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Stay informed about best practice and trends in recruitment, volunteering, and workforce development.
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Participate in initiatives or campaigns where staffing and volunteer support are key.
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Maintain confidentiality and uphold SSI’s ethical standards, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About You
Essential
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Commitment to SSI’s mission and social impact.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.
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Experience in recruitment, HR, or volunteer management.
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Confidence in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds and building positive candidate experiences.
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
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Proficient with IT tools including email, spreadsheets, and recruitment platforms.
Desirable
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Knowledge of social enterprise, community organisations, or nonprofit operations.
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Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment.
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Experience with applicant tracking systems, volunteer databases, or HR software.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Practical, hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, and workforce management.
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Access to professional development, networking, and career growth opportunities.
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Reimbursement of reasonable travel and meeting expenses.
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The chance to influence SSI’s people strategy and help build a motivated, diverse, and high-performing team.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an Italian speaker looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community?
We invite you to become a volunteer for our Talking Bubble Project!
Many older adults and vulnerable individuals in the UK’s Italian-speaking community experience loneliness and isolation. By giving just a small amount of your time each week, you can make a big difference — offering companionship and a friendly voice in their native language.
What is the Talking Bubble Project?
A phone-based service that connects volunteers with individuals who may feel isolated or lonely. Through regular calls, you’ll help build friendships, brighten someone’s day, and offer emotional support — especially for those more comfortable speaking Italian.
Why volunteer with us?
✔ Support members of the Italian-speaking community in the UK
✔ Make a real difference in someone’s life
✔ Enjoy flexible volunteering hours
✔ Receive training, ongoing support, and a reference upon completion
✔ Boost your own sense of fulfilment and purpose
✅ What’s required?
✔ Completion of online Safeguarding Adults Level 2 training (funded by us)
✔ A DBS check (funded by us)
✔ A kind and compassionate approach, and a willingness to engage in friendly conversations
How to get involved:
Apply through the CharityJob website — no previous experience needed.
This opportunity is open to UK residents only.
Help us bring connection and kindness to the Italian-speaking community across the UK!
Join Our Mission. Bring Your Joy. Transform Lives.
At Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C., we are building a global movement rooted in truth-telling, healing, family, and the transformation of generations. Our mission is to confront childhood trauma, intergenerational trauma, and systemic injustices — and help people return to their true selves through community, knowledge, and love.
We work like a family: connected, supportive, purpose-driven… and full of laughter.
We are now expanding our team and looking for a Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator — a warm, creative spirit who will bring joy, connection, and positive energy to our remote community.
This is a unique role and may be the first of its kind in the UK charity/CIC space.
If you are an entertainer with a heart for people, culture, and community — this could be the perfect home for your gifts.
Role: Corporate Entertainer & Culture Animator
Location: Remote (UK Time Zone Preferred)
Commitment: (flexible)
Pay: Volunteer role (paid opportunities to apply as the CIC scales)
Start Date: Immediately (after interview)
About The Role
We are looking for someone who naturally lights up a room — even a virtual one.
Your purpose is to help keep our volunteers, creatives, future ambassadors, and leadership team motivated, connected, and full of joy while we build something historic together.
Laughter is medicine — and you will be one of the healers.
You will bring creativity, humour, and fun to our organisation through:
- Games & icebreakers at meetings
- WhatsApp riddles, jokes, challenges & positive energy
- Weekly/monthly fun activities
- Virtual team bonding sessions
- Celebrations, awards & cultural themes
- Future in-person events, trips & gatherings
This role is about building joyful company culture for a mission that deals with serious topics — and reminding all of us that healing also includes play, community, and connection.
Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
- Naturally funny, joyful, charismatic, or expressive
- Loves entertaining people
- Creative with games, riddles, challenges, themes, and fun ideas
- Empathetic and sensitive to emotional topics
- Confident online and comfortable speaking in groups
- Culturally aware, especially within the Black and diaspora community
- Passionate about uplifting others
- Excited to help build a future global organisation
Ideal backgrounds include (but are not limited to):
- Comedians
- Actors
- Hosts/MCs
- Spoken word artists
- Content creators
- Team-building facilitators
- Corporate entertainers
- Youth workers with creative flair
- Performers
- Creative arts professionals
If you can bring joy, creativity, and community spirit, we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do
- Add light, energy, culture, and laughter to our team environment
- Create fun moments during Zoom meetings
- Run occasional virtual game nights or mini-events
- Share riddles, humour, and engagement in our WhatsApp groups
- Help team members bond and feel valued
- Celebrate wins, birthdays, and achievements
- Bring creative ideas to improve morale and connection
- Work alongside leadership to shape a positive, family-focused culture
- Support future in-person events such as team days, retreats, and awards nights
Why Join Us?
You will:
- Become part of a beautiful, movement-driven family
- Play a central role in shaping a loving, joyful global collective organisation
- Use your gifts to uplift volunteers, survivors and fundraisers
- Help restore emotional wellness through creativity and laughter
- Create a legacy of culture, joy, and belonging
- Grow with us as we scale towards reaching 1 billion people worldwide throughout the lifetime of the movement
We are building something bigger than all of us — and we want someone who brings light to join this journey.
How to Apply
Please send ONE of the following:
- A short email
- A WhatsApp voice note
- A short video (optional)
Tell us:
- Who you are
- What makes you a great fit for this role
- What creative talents you can bring
- A sample — joke, riddle, poem, short skit, or anything showcasing your energy
be as creative as you are.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are a dynamic charity, focused on helping survivors of modern slavery rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable freedom by providing invaluable training, coaching, work experience and advocacy across the UK. It is now two years since we launched a new strategy from which we have increased our impact whilst strengthening and broadening our services for survivors of modern slavery. In these challenging times it is even more important that we continue to be bold, resilient and effective.
We are looking to find up to 3 inspirational Trustees with experience in one of more of the following areas:
- Legal (employment, contract, and charity law)
- Development/Fundraising (significant networks amongst corporate partners or major and mid-level donors)
- Policy/Advocacy or Public Affairs (with an understanding of the Modern Slavery or adjacent human rights topics)
As a trustee of the Sophie Hayes Foundation, you will be part of a small team of volunteers who are collectively responsible for developing and guiding the strategic direction of the organisation and ensure that we continue to support and advocate for survivors of modern slavery.
Trustee Role & Responsibilities
The people that we work with come from all over the world and have a wide variety of beliefs, experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to sharing in and reflecting this rich diversity amongst our staff, volunteers and trustees and would strongly encourage applicants from minority and under-represented groups, and from those with lived experience. We are committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are.
Responsibilities
As a trustee of SHF, you will work collectively with fellow board members to provide effective governance, oversight and strategic support. Your core duties will include:
1.Upholding SHF’s Mission and Values
- Support and advise on SHF’s purpose, vision, goals and charitable objects.
- Act at all times in the best interests of survivors and SHF’s mission.
- Promote SHF’s values, including survivor-centred practice, inclusion and safeguarding.
2. Governance, Compliance and Ethical Oversight
- Ensure SHF complies with its constitution, charity law and relevant regulations.
- Ensure resources are used responsibly and exclusively to further SHF’s charitable purposes.
- Maintain high standards of integrity, including declaring and managing conflicts of interest.
- Support effective governance structures, including participation in learningfocused reviews.
3. Financial Stewardship and Risk Management
- Oversee the charity’s financial health, ensuring sustainability and protection of assets.
- Monitor financial performance, risks and internal controls.
- Contribute to board-level scrutiny of finance and risk, supporting informed decision-making.
4. Strategic Support and Constructive Challenge
- Provide strategic guidance and support to the Executive, helping to shape direction, priorities and performance.
- Contribute to discussions on strategy, planning and organisational development.
- Offer constructive challenge in line with SHF’s values and governance expectations.
5. Safeguarding, Culture and Psychological Safety
- Promote a safe, transparent and inclusive organisational culture.
- Support safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring staff, volunteers and people with lived experience feel safe to raise concerns.
6. Board Participation and Collaboration
- Use your skills, experience and networks to strengthen the Board’s effectiveness.
- Prepare for, attend and actively contribute to Board and relevant committee meetings.
- Work collaboratively and respectfully with other trustees, the Chair and the Executive.
7. Advocacy and External Engagement
- Act as an ambassador for SHF, promoting our work and raising our profile.
- Advocate for survivors of modern slavery and support SHF’s influence, partnerships and fundraising efforts.
Specialist Responsibilities
We are seeking up to 3 trustees who can bring specialist expertise in one or more of the following areas, complementing the skills of the Chair and wider Board:
Legal
- Experience in employment, contract, charity or human rights law.
- Ability to advise on legal risk, governance obligations and regulatory duties.
Development / Fundraising
- Strong personal or professional networks with potential corporate, philanthropic or major donors.
- Ability to open doors, strengthen partnerships and support revenue generation.
Policy, Advocacy & Public Affairs
- Understanding of modern slavery or adjacent human rights issues.
- Ability to support SHF’s policy development, influencing work and external relationships.
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Volunteer for a startup reinventing Fridays to be a force for good
Social Friday reinvents the end of the workweek by transforming unproductive Friday hours into a global tradition of purpose, teamwork, and impact—connecting businesses, nonprofits, and communities through hands-on engagement.
Fridays are the least productive time of the week. Work slows down, focus fades, and hours are lost. Social Friday isn’t just a project—it’s a movement. A global tradition in the making that transforms the least productive hours of the week into moments of connection, impact, and purpose, where doing good becomes a habit. Beyond one-time events, Social Friday is designed to scale into a lasting global movement, embedding social impact into work culture and everyday life.
How It Works
A scalable platform connects businesses, NGOs, and volunteers, transforming Fridays into a global force for change through engagement, collaboration, and gamification. By integrating leaderboards, challenges, badges, and rewards, Social Friday keeps participation exciting and fosters a culture where social impact becomes part of the routine.
This isn’t just about reducing disengagement. It is about transforming the way society, nonprofits, and businesses connect, creating a future where social impact is a shared responsibility, embedded into everyday life. Social Friday has the power to turn the least productive time of the week into the most meaningful, a global tradition, the Olympics of Giving Back.
Graphic Designer
Join Us as a Graphic Designer
Location: Global (remote-friendly)
Role Type: Creative
Department: Brand, Marketing & Creative
About Social Friday Social Friday is more than a brand - it’s a lifestyle movement. We transform Friday afternoons into powerful moments of purpose, connection, and creativity. Our visuals are central to how the world experiences this mission, and now we’re looking for a Graphic Designer to be the creative backbone of our identity.
Role Purpose: As our Graphic Designer, you’ll ensure the Social Friday brand-book is not only maintained but continuously evolved with fresh ideas, modern visuals, and creative energy. Your designs will inspire, attract, and connect, strengthening Social Friday’s appeal as a recognizable global lifestyle brand.
Key Accountabilities:
- Maintain, develop, and evolve the Social Friday brand-book
- Create fresh, trend‑aware designs for campaigns, events, and digital platforms
- Ensure consistency in visual identity across all communication materials
- Collaborate with the Brand & Marketing Director to bring creative concepts to life
- Support internal teams (Events, Communication, HR) with branded materials
- Research creative trends and propose new ideas to keep the brand relevant
- Deliver assets for flagship projects (Platform, Academy, Music, Fashion, TV “Project U?”)
- Prepare designs for multiple channels: social media, print, merchandise, and presentations
Core Competencies •
- Creativity: Generates fresh and impactful visual concepts
- Brand Sensitivity: Protects and evolves the Social Friday identity
- Trend Awareness: Applies the latest design trends and tools
- Collaboration: Works closely with creative and non‑creative teams
- Precision: Produces consistent, professional, high‑quality materials
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Proven experience as a graphic designer with a strong portfolio
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Ability to design for digital, social, and print media
- Strong understanding of typography, colour, and layout
- Experience in maintaining or creating brand books
Desirable:
- Experience in non-profit or lifestyle brand design
- Skills in motion graphics, video editing, or web design
- Familiarity with Figma, Canva, or similar collaborative tools
Success Measures:
- Brand-book updated and evolved within first 3 months
- Consistency of design across all campaigns and materials
- Positive feedback from internal teams and external partners
- Evidence of fresh, trend‑inspired visuals integrated into campaigns
Key Contacts:
- Brand & Marketing Lead
- Communication Lead
- Event Lead
- HR Lead
- External agencies, printers, and suppliers
Join the Movement! This isn’t just design, it’s designing impact. Every pixel you create will help shape how the world sees Social Friday. If you’re ready to bring bold ideas, modern visuals, and creative energy to a global lifestyle movement, we’d love to hear from you.
Minimum Hours per Week:
2-3 hours per week
Duration:
6+ months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.