Reviving Home is an online crowdfunding platform that aims to revive-rebuild war crisis torn-cities.

It helps to reconstruct private property by connecting property owners with reconstruction experts ( Social Mobilizers ), workers & volunteers and micro founders.

WRITING

• Write articles for our page and/or write and send thank you letters to donors.

• Volunteer 4-8 hours per week

· Review relevant financial legislation and ensure that WaPS is acting lawfully

· Keep the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities

· Present the end of year financial accounts at the AGM

· Support the General Manager in setting the Annual budget and undertaking regular reviews of said budget.

· Liaising with WaPS’s Accountant to ensure appropriate accounting procedure and controls are in place and in conjunction with the Chair of Trustees, Accountant and General Manager, prepare annual accounts for relevant statutory bodies: Charity Commission and Companies House

· Attendance at quarterly Trustee Meetings to represent the Finance function at WaPS. Work with the General Manager to present monthly reports of income and expenditure etc.

· Appraising the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies

· Working with the General Manager to ensure appropriate records and controls of WaPS Grant Funding are maintained – level of grant, expenditure and any restrictions

· Ensuring proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures and controls are in place for cheque signatories and salary payments, PAYE and NI payments, Pensions, payment of invoices etc.

· Custodian of operational financial systems and processes (which are managed day-to-day by the General Manager): petty cash; expenses policy; bookkeeping; credit control; banking

Person Requirement

· Experience of working within the financial sector

· Good financial analysis skills.

· A good understanding of financial issues for a small charity and the implications/consequences of proper financial management and control.

· Good independent judgement.

· Good ability to evaluate risk.

· Willingness to make the appropriate time and effort commitment.

· Works collaboratively with others

· Ability to think strategically.

· An advocate of and passionate about the mission and values of WaPS

Non-executive director/ Trustee role at Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust (DCMAT)

Could you be an Academy Ambassador in Warwickshire?  The Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust (DCMAT) seeks three non-executives/directors to join its board.

The Academy Ambassadors programme brings the expertise of the business world onto boards at multi-academy trusts (MATs) throughout the country to raise standards of education and improve the life chances of young people, which is critical to our social and economic success.

The opportunity

The DCMAT comprises 18 schools across the Coventry and Warwickshire authority areas; all but one of the trust’s schools are Primary-phase. Currently the trust has c.4,500 pupils on roll and more than 900 staff. The budget is c.£25mn. The Trust was established in 2013. All of the trust’s schools are broadly in line with national averages in relation to Free School Meals (FSM), a measure of deprivation, English as an Additional Lanaguage (EAL) and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), with variance between academies depending on the demographics and size of school.

The board seeks three business leaders with expertise in

· human resources or

· finance or

· branding and marketing

As a key member of the board you will support the trust in achieving the following over the next 12 – 24 months:

• Governance review and implementation to ensure succession planning and sustainability
• Consolidating a new centralised model of back office support and shared services to maximise the value of the MAT
• Managing trust growth in a strategic way to mitigate risk and ensure success for all

What’s involved?

Board governance in education is a strategic, ‘eyes on, hands off’ commitment which typically involves attending c. six board meetings per year/6-8 hours’ time per month.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

 As an Academy Ambassador, you will join our Ambassadors alumni network which provides resources, guidance, networking events and webinars to support you in your role. All roles are pro bono.

Every day ordinary people do an extraordinary job monitoring conditions for people in custody to make sure that they are treated with fairness and respect.

The IMB at HMP East Sutton Park is recruiting new members who live within 30 miles of the prison and can commit to Rota week (Usually 1 visit for half a day) every 6 weeks; and 1 further visit a month for Board meeting.  It may be slightly higher during the first year of training.

Who are the IMB?

We’re a group of ordinary members of the public, doing an extraordinary job. As a passionate, personable individual, you could join us in making a difference. In this unpaid role, you’ll volunteer your talent and time towards securing a decent day-to-day life for every prisoner and detainee. Under the guidance of dedicated mentors and an extensive training programme, you’ll commit to a flexible schedule of visits to a local establishment each month, with travel and subsistence expenses paid. Your observations will have an impact as your Board reports its findings to Ministers in Her Majesty’s Government. 

About the role

With unrestricted access to these unique environments, you’ll gain a rare insight into all aspects of life in custody. Impartial and highly influential, you can decide what shape your visits should take. As an independent monitor, you may spend time in a specific part of the prison or choose to have your conversations with prisoners or detainees out of sight or hearing of a member of staff. As well as keeping a close eye on daily operations, you’ll play a crucial role in dealing with problems that arise. This could be in response to a confidential request to see a member of the IMB, or to observe the management of the more serious incidents that occur.

Why join us?

More than anything else, this is a rewarding opportunity that makes a real and meaningful difference to the lives of prisoners, detainees and our wider society. Ministers are obliged to respond to the issues raised in your Board’s report.  The environment may seem intimidating at first, but you will be fully supported through your training and accompanied during your visits until you feel ready to manage independently. This highly recognised and respected role could provide the experience that opens doors into other careers within the justice system.

Who are we looking for? There is no one type of person who could be right for the IMB because it’s not about background or skillset. It’s about having the dedication and passion to ensure all people are being treated fairly For that reason, we’re looking for individuals from all walks of life who will approach the role with no preconceptions. You will need to be willing to work within a challenging environment and have the confidence to report your findings to senior figures. Most importantly, you will be able to talk to people in a way that makes each prisoner or detainee feel respected and reassured.

Non-executive director/ Trustee role at Cumbria Education Trust (CET)

Could you be an Academy Ambassador in Cumbria? Cumbria Education Trust seeks three non-executives/directors to join its board.

The Academy Ambassadors programme brings the expertise of the business world onto boards at multi-academy trusts (MATs) throughout the country to raise standards of education and improve the life chances of young people, which is critical to our social and economic success.

The opportunity

Cumbria Education Trust is a growing multi academy trust for primary and secondary schools in Cumbria. It was formed in September 2015 in response to an invitation from the Department for Education. CET is a not-for-profit charitable organisation. The Trust currently has 11 schools, 8 primary and 3 secondary schools. Due to strategic succession planning we are looking to appoint 3 new trustee/non-executive director possessing skills in HR, Marketing/communications and Charity or Health experience. Board meetings are held in Carlisle and through Teams, applicants of all faiths and of none are welcomed.
 

The board seeks three business leaders with expertise in

· Human resources or

· Marketing/communications or

· Charity or Health experience

As a key member of the board you will support the trust in achieving the following over the next 12 – 24 months:

• Raising standard, opportunities and aspirations across the Trust.

• Delivering consistent, effective, coherent and pro-active support services across the Trust.

• Refine and develop our future growth strategy.

• Developing effective governance at all levels across the Trust.
   

What’s involved?

Board governance in education is a strategic, ‘eyes on, hands off’ commitment which typically involves attending c. six board meetings per year/6-8 hours’ time per month.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

 As an Academy Ambassador, you will join our Ambassadors alumni network which provides resources, guidance, networking events and webinars to support you in your role. All roles are pro bono.

Reviving Home is an online crowdfunding platform that aims to revive-rebuild war crisis torn-cities.

It helps to reconstruct private property by connecting property owners with reconstruction experts ( Social Mobilizers ), workers & volunteers and micro founders.

FUNDRAISING

• Work with our team to find and contact potential Fundraising NGO's sponsors and supporters.

• Volunteer 4-8 hours per week

About the role 

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Microsoft 365 Administrator/1st Line Support to join ADC. The Microsoft 365 Administrator will administer and maintain ADC’s cloud-based applications and end user services. 

The right candidate will be able to provide support for a user base of approximately 90 users. This is a big challenge so the right candidate should be resourceful. Furthermore, the Microsoft 365 Administratorwill be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. In this role, it will be necessary to communicate with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users. 

Responsibilities: 

• Configure and maintain Microsoft Environment e.g. Azure AD, Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and Power Platform 
• Manage shared mailbox access 
• Manage user and system accounts 
• Troubleshoot technical problems and provide technical support to users 
• Ensure security through access controls and backups 
• Build and maintain an org-wide communication site on SharePoint to keep our volunteers up to date 
• Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies 

Requirements: 

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 systems administration and cloud-based applications 
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and Management 
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint 
• Excellent communication skills 
• At least 2 years of relevant experience 
• Available to volunteer at least 7 hours a week 

What we offer you: 

• Free training and learning opportunities 
• An opportunity to build your work experience within the field of Microsoft Administration 
• An opportunity to be part of a team that is changing lives in Africa 
• We provide work reference 

We look forward to receiving your application 

ADC Recruitment Team 

About Teenage Helpline

Teenage Helpline is an online mentoring service run by young people to be used by young people. The aims of Teenage Helpline are to provide the first stepping-stone for young people who may need to get professional support, but do not feel comfortable seeking this support for themselves. Not only this, but we also provide mentoring for young people who do not need professional support, but who need a little extra attention and support to help them cope with other personal issues.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our charity and contribute to our aim of supporting youth to fulfill their best potential. As a Regional Partnership Coordinator, you will play an important role, building partnerships with educational and similar establishments in order to recruit new volunteers. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining these relationships in your region. We are looking for a strong communicator and team player who is organised and can see the bigger picture of the impact they will have on our charity. The role is voluntary therefore, experience is not necessary and is suitable for students or recent graduates looking to develop their skills whilst working from home.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Research and establish new contacts with educational and similar establishments (e.g. high schools and charities) within your region to promote a recruitment cycle.
• Maintain these contacts and relationships in order to promote Teenage Helplines work and to encourage further volunteers to join us.
• Co-operate with the management team to ensure synchronisation across different regions.
• Provide fresh new ideas to finetune our operation.
• Prioritise daily tasks whilst accounting for unforeseen challenges (e.g.: scheduling conflicts).
• Encourage a positive environment, supporting a safe and productive workplace.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisation
• Flexibility
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude

We are looking for a motivated self-starter to support the launch of charitable activities aiming to support those who are new to London.

If you have a passion to build a community in London – this is your opportunity! Join us to change lives and lead the group of same-minded people.

We are looking for applications from people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with a variety of skills and experience to help engage with a diverse range of individuals.

What are we going to do?

This is a leadership role and will be ideal for a natural communicator.

Main Responsibilities include:

Support the strategic development of the charity.

Working with Trustees to identify, create and deliver community engagement activities.

Recruit members and manage the “Community Leaders” group.

Understand and use asset-based community development approaches to community development.

Work with communities to understand priorities and co-design initiatives. This should also include working ‘with’ communities and community organisations.

Engage with clients, partner organisations and volunteers.

We will be offering a big deal of autonomy in deciding your own working methods and approaches. As this role is voluntary, it offers great flexibility to fit around your time and we will discuss time commitment during the interview.

How to apply?

Please send your CV along with a short personal statement ( 250 words) where you explain why you want to volunteer with us and what skills can you bring to the role.

Any questions? To have informal chat about the role contact - Anna Hoggett, Belong London Trustee

What are you spending your lockdowns doing?!

Are you looking for a fun, extremely fulfilling and creative volunteering opportunity - to make a positive difference during the pandemic?

The RAAH family needs you! (Check out @raahfest)

2020 was insanely amazing for RAAH. We created our first online festival during the pandemic with over 100 people across the world being involved. Supporting over 20 Organisations. Giving a platform for many to amplify their voices! and giving thousands great entertainment whilst still teaching the 'Reality About Humanity' when it comes to Migration & Displacement.

We are now onto our next steps... 2021. And this time we are thinking even BIGGER!

Organising events for Christmas, Easter & Summer.

Are you

• Creative?

• Musical?

• Organised?

• Fun?

• Social?

If you tick any of these boxes... then you qualify!

We are on the search for people to give as many hours they wish, whether its 20 minutes a day to a whole weekend! We are grateful for any support - considering RAAH runs purely off goodwill, collaboration and a tonne of determination.

Drop me a quick message - and let's make this world a beautiful place together?

Jasminder @ The RAAH Family

Would you like to be part of a well-respected Midlands charity and have the opportunity to shape its future?

Castel Froma Neuro Care is looking for a Trustee to join its Board of Trustees. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant and lasting difference to individuals living with a neurological condition.

This role would suit a range of people, from young professionals looking to broaden their leadership experience, to senior or retired professionals looking to give something back to their local community.

OUR ORGANISATION

Our mission is to run outstanding care and rehabilitation centres, providing long-term and respite services for people with neurological conditions. Our aim is to provide the highest standard of nursing care for individuals with conditions such as acquired brain injury, multiple sclerosis, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s disease, and Huntington’s disease, all whom have complex and unique needs.

Castel Froma Neuro Care is a standalone registered charity based in Royal Leamington Spa providing care and permanent accommodation for over ninety residents with complex neurological conditions across our two care centres.  We take pride in the specialist care provided to our residents and the sound governance of the organisation.

THE OPPORTUNITY AND WHAT’S INVOLVED

As a Trustee, you will share collective responsibility for the effective development and direction of Castel Froma Neuro Care. The Board and the Senior Management team work very closely to set the strategic direction for the charity and ensure that it is delivered effectively. The Trustees participate in board decision making and specialist sub-committees, as well as providing advice and support to the Senior Management team.

Trustees have the opportunity to shape the work of Castel Froma Neuro Care and have a positive impact on individuals living with a neurological condition in the UK.  You will gain valuable personal development from first-hand experiences of working at a strategic level in a large charity and working alongside highly experienced trustees and executive staff from a range of backgrounds.

In gaining an in depth understanding of how an organisation with a £7m turnover operates and adapts to change there will be the opportunity to develop your experience in board level governance, corporate risk management, strategic planning, finance, marketing, leadership and management capabilities.  As a new Trustee you will develop a comprehensive understanding of a sector which may be new to you, together with the transferable skills and expertise required to conduct the role successfully.
 

You will receive a full induction and training for the role of Trustee, as well as the opportunity to be mentored by an experienced trustee.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We welcome interest from anyone with the appropriate skills to strengthen our Board.

The ideal candidate would need to be able to make a commitment to the charity, have strategic vision, good independent judgement and an ability to think creatively.

Where applicable candidates should refer to any experience in the following disciplines: 

• Branding, marketing and public relations;
• Information technology, data management and online media; and
• Clinical experience or experience of residential and/or social care.

It would be an advantage to have experience of an oversight role in a charitable or public sector organisation.

Castel Froma Neuro Care is committed to improving the diversity of the Board and believes that representation is important to reflect the diverse communities that we serve. We welcome applications from women, individuals with a disability and/or individuals from a minority ethnic background.

TIME COMMITMENT

• Four Board meetings per year plus a one day strategy event (flexible meeting times depending on boards members)
• Four sub-committee meetings per year (flexible meeting times depending on boards members)
• The term of office is an initial three years followed by an option to extend.

• Visit clients on their doorsteps and out in the local community
• Support clients in line with Brighton & Hove Development Manager’s guidance, the client’s needs and feedback progress/issues to the Brighton & Hove Development Manager
• Receive referrals from the Brighton & Hove Development Manager
• Maintain logs of your interaction and submit to your line manager monthly
• Liaise closely with the Brighton & Hove Development Manager, seeking advice, guidance and support where required
• Carry out tasks according to Age UK WS policies and standards, in particular on safeguarding, confidentiality, anti-discriminatory policies and health and safety.
• To report any concerns or safeguardings to the Brighton & Hove Development Manager and liaise appropriately.
• To follow the Lone Working Policy and guidance.

Your safety is paramount and it is essential that you do not enter a client’s property as well as letting a loved one know where you are visiting and expected finish times.

If you are unable to find a lone working buddy, please speak to the Brighton & Hove Development Manager and we will support you to find a lone working buddy.

• Adhere to the new GDPR regulations
• Participate in training sessions and meetings as necessary.

Non-executive director/ Trustee role at Stramongate School Academy Trust (SSAT)

Could you be an Academy Ambassador in Kendal? Stramongate School Academy Trust (SSAT) seeks one non-executive/director to join its board.

The Academy Ambassadors programme brings the expertise of the business world onto boards at multi-academy trusts (MATs) throughout the country to raise standards of education and improve the life chances of young people, which is critical to our social and economic success.

The opportunity

A single school academy trust, comprising the primary-only Stramongate School, located in Kendal, Cumbria, one new trustee/non-executive director is sought, possessing skills in Risk and Finance principally. The trust aims to undertake robust succession planning and mitigate any risks, including budgetary, going forward. Trust board meetings are held at Stramongate School, Blackhall Road, Kendal.

The board seeks one business leader with expertise in

· Finance and

· Risk

As a key member of the board you will support the trust in achieving the following over the next 12 – 24 months:

• Succession governance planning: In order to ensure seamless succession planning they are looking to strengthen business skills on their board.
• Rationalise and stabilize budget: There is a falling roll in Kendal and at Stramongate School which has impacted on annual funding. The board need to make strategic budget decisions which do not impact negatively on pupil outcomes.
• They are looking at incorporating the nursery provision into the Trust and extending the school age range.

What’s involved?

Board governance in education is a strategic, ‘eyes on, hands off’ commitment which typically involves attending c. six board meetings per year/6-8 hours’ time per month.

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
• Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils, and the effective and efficient performance management of staff; and
• Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

 As an Academy Ambassador, you will join our Ambassadors alumni network which provides resources, guidance, networking events and webinars to support you in your role. All roles are pro bono.

A.C.E supports young people to improve their emotional/mental health. We are currently looking for a new Trustee with a background in HR to join our friendly board. Your skills and experience will make an important contribution to the strategic and operational plans of the organisation.

A.C.E was founded in 2008 following a piece of research with vulnerable young people about their needs. A.C.E was designed by young people and young people continue to be involved in its development. In 2011 A.C.E became a registered charity and has slowly grown over the years.

Role summary 

• Assessing risks and measuring the impact of HR interventions in light of changing legal requirements and best practice.
• To review and recommend current and future strategic resourcing, training and development and annual budgets and plans to the trustee board.
• To actively contribute to policy setting, strategic direction, goal and target setting, and evaluate performance against targets, budgets, plans and charitable objectives.
• To ensure that HR activities and interventions are linked to the company’s charitable objectives and complement the company culture.
• To ensure the Trustee Board monitors and reviews the performance of the company’s Chief Executive, rewards performance accordingly and identifies appropriate development opportunities.
• To monitor the financial position of the charity and its operations within its means and objects, making sure that there are clear lines of accountability for day-to-day financial management.
• To monitor whether the service complies with its governing document and standards and if the needs of the beneficiaries are being met. 

Person description

Essential 

• Experience of HR/employment law issues and implementing them contextually. 
• Willingness to actively participate in discussions concerning needs of company’s beneficiaries, staff and the trustee board.
• Willingness to act in the best interest of the charity while adhering the Nolan principles of public life.
• Sound, independent judgement and ability to think creatively.
• Working effectively as a team member and demonstrating a willingness to learn and develop.

Desirable 

• Experience in these areas: financial management, social media, safeguarding and health & safety.
• Experience in the charitable or voluntary sector.
• Experience of charity law and governance.

Time commitment

The Board meets once a month. The trustee is expected to commit at least 5 hours a month, which includes board meetings and participation. The term is 3 years but can be extended.

How to apply

Applications should be made via Reach Volunteering in the first instance. Please send a CV along with a cover letter outlining your interest and what you might contribute to a Board. If you would like an informal chat with the Chair before applying please get in touch with the TrusteeWorks team to arrange a conversation.