Advocacy Volunteer Roles in North West
Charity Appeals Advisory Committee Members
Specialist areas: Disability
International Development
Could you lend your skills to help the BBC’s work with charities?
We are recruiting 2 new members to the BBC’s Charity Appeals Advisory Committee (AAC) which is made up of independent experts from the charitable sector. The AAC is a voluntary body which advises and supports the BBC’s Executive Board in matters relating to good governance and effectiveness of BBC charity appeals.
Role Responsibility
AAC members advise on policy, scrutiny, the allocation of broadcasting time and the strategic development of the BBC’s relationship to appeals. These include BBC Children in Need, Comic Relief, the Radio 4 Appeal, BBC One Lifeline, appeals in the Nations and English Regions, appeals on behalf of the Disasters Emergency Committee and other projects where funds are raised for charities.
The Ideal Candidates
We’re keen to hear from people who are, or who have been in a senior leadership role in a charity and who can bring expertise in charity governance and management. In particular we’re looking for people with specialist knowledge in one of the following sectors:
· Disability
· International Development
We’ll also need you to be able to demonstrate expertise in at least 2 of the following: social policy, fundraising, finance, grant making, legal issues, monitoring and evaluation.
The appointment will be for three years, renewable for a further three years by agreement. The position is unpaid but reasonable expenses will be met.
For more information please see the full advert here (LINK TO FULL AD) .
Closing date: 12 May 2024
Interviews are expected to be held w/c May 20th 2024.
We are looking for dedicated, energetic and engaged people for the RE Museum’s first independent Board of Trustees.
We have vacancies for up to six Trustees who will join us at a truly groundbreaking time, as we transition into a Charity Incorporated Organisation.
We are building a Board of Trustees with a diversity of backgrounds, skills and experience; ensuring that we are best place to realise our ambitions, improve our public offer, our care for the heritage of the Corps of Royal Engineers and ultimately the positive impact we have on the lives of our growing audiences.
Further information is available to download in the Trustee Recruitment Pack. We hope that you are keen to apply for the role and thank you for your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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EqualEdge Seeks Passionate Non-Executive Directors to Join its Board
EqualEdge is a for-profit company with a social mission to enable Manchester-based Disabled Peoples Organisation, Breakthrough UK to provide services to disabled people, to increase their opportunities to be employed and to reduce any social isolation. We're passionate about inclusion and diversity in the workplace, and we're expanding our horizons to revolutionise Workplace Personal Assistants, funded by Access to Work and in the future Personal care services in the UK.
The idea of a Workplace Personal Assistant (WPA) agency was conceived by Breakthrough UK, a disabled people’s organisation majority led by disabled people. Breakthrough UK discovered through lived experience that it was extremely difficult to hire and retain WPA’s in the United Kingdom and so the idea of solving the problem through EqualEdge was born.
EqualEdge believes in a world where disabled people have equal access to meaningful employment, thriving in inclusive work environments, and reaching their professional aspirations. Our mission is to bridge the gap between disabled people and their career goals by offering tailored workplace personal assistance services, fostering inclusion, and enhancing professional opportunities.
To achieve this ambitious vision, we're searching for experienced and enthusiastic non-executive directors with expertise across various sectors to join our board and help us shape the future of our company.
About the Role
As a non-executive director, you will play a vital role in providing strategic guidance and oversight to our executive team. You will also be a champion for our mission of fostering a more equitable landscape and launching innovative personal care services within the UK.
We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience in:
- Recruitment (HR): You have a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams. You understand the intricacies of talent acquisition, particularly within the recruitment and personal care sector or a similar service industry.
- Marketing: You have a deep understanding of brand development and implementation of successful marketing strategies. You're passionate about reaching new audiences and driving growth in a competitive market.
- Personal Care: You have extensive knowledge of the UK care sector, its regulations, and best practices. You're a visionary leader with a passion for improving the quality of life for those who require personal care services.
- Finance: You have strong financial acumen and experience in overseeing financial performance. You can provide strategic guidance on resource allocation to support both national expansion and the launch of our new service line.
We are also open to applications from experienced professionals in other sectors who share our values of inclusion and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Have a good black book of connections to allow us to build our client base and reach the people who need us most.
- Provide strategic guidance and advice to the executive team on a range of issues, including business development, marketing, and operations, with a specific focus on national expansion and the launch of our personal care services in the UK.
- Oversee the company's financial performance and ensure that we are on track to meet our financial goals, considering the resources needed for national growth and the launch of a new service line.
- Serve as an EqualEdge ambassador and help us build relationships with key stakeholders in new markets and within the UK care sector.
- Attend board meetings and actively participate in discussions, bringing a national perspective and insights relevant to your area of expertise.
You would be a great fit for this role if you have:
- A proven track record of success in a senior leadership role
- A deep understanding of the business landscape, with transferable skills applicable to our areas of focus
- A passion for inclusion and diversity, with a national mindset
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
EqualEdge is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We recruit, select, train and promote personnel based on their skills and abilities.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marital status or civil partnership, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, age or disability.
We expect to have board meetings every month for the first year, the meeting is expected to last 1 hour. This is a voluntary role however expenses are paid.
We plan to have interviews by the end of April.
Join us and be part of shaping a more inclusive future for workplaces and revolutionising personal care in the UK!
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Responsibilities:
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy;
- Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms;
- Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content;
- Attend events and produce live social media content (as applicable);
- Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels;
- Collaborate to create a social media calendar;
- Monitor social media channels for industry trends;
- Interact with users and respond to social media messages, inquiries, and comments;
- Review analytics and create reports on key metrics;
- Assist in the development and management of social media marketing and influencer marketing strategy.
Qualifications / Skills:
- Passion for women's human rights;
- Expertise with social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and social media management tools;
- Proficiency with editing tools/digital media formats;
- Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the digital content and social media space;
- Strong copywriting and copy editing skills;
- Top-notch oral and verbal communication skills;
- Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask;
- Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- 2+ years experience with social campaigning, social media marketing or content development;
- 2+ years experience with donor campaign platforms;
- Direct experience using social media management tools;
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook);
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media editing tools a plus.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Responsibilities:
Executive Director Assistance
▪ Provide direct support to Executive Director to ensure IWI meets organisational goals and targets;
▪ Ensure staff reports and assignments are submitted timely & completely;
▪ Day-to-day management of Executive Director’s meeting schedule;
▪ Liaise with potential partners and donors at a high-level on behalf of the Executive Director;
▪ Support Executive Director during preparation of presentations, media interviews;
▪ Keep the Executive Director in on key organisational issues with diplomacy and discretion.
Partner & Donor Management
▪ Assist with preparation of proposals and enquiries;
▪ Assist with preparation and management of contracts/agreements;
▪ Support with the coordination of pipeline and work-flow.
Requirements:
▪ Experience of working at Executive Assistant level with senior management;
▪ Ability to manage complex and highly confidential information;
▪ Comfortable working autonomously and across multiple tasks and reporting into different project working teams and staff members;
▪ Knowledge of advanced MS office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook;
▪ Excellent social skills, able to operate with diplomacy, tact and empathy;
▪ A high degree of personal organization and self-management;
▪ Comfortable with deadlines;
▪ Ability to think proactively and laterally to maximize opportunities to promote the work of IWI.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Diverse City is looking for a Chair to the Trustees who will be responsible for leading an effective board, managing the Executive and representing the organisation as an ambassador and advocate.
Diversity is central to our name, our art, and our values. We believe that theatre with its roots in diversity helps us imagine a fairer world, so that we can make one.
The company collaborates on the development and touring of nationally significant work to create equal representation in the performing arts. Our flagship collaboration is with Cirque Bijou. Together we lead Extraordinary Bodies a company that creates bold, provocative new circus performance.
Our mission is to fight for equality in every artistic arena. The boardroom, the audience, backstage and centre stage should all be truly representative, and we’re here to make that happen. We know that career pathways into the arts are only open to the few. This means, people from low socio-economic backgrounds, D/deaf and disabled people, and people from the global majority are all underrepresented in arts organisations, including ours. We want to change that. So, we particularly encourage applications from people from underrepresented groups.
We are a National Portfolio Organisation (NPO), supported by Arts Council England.
We are entering an exciting period, and the Chair will be key in turning the page to the next chapter for the Company. The Board has recently been revitalised, and the Chair will be critical in driving the governance and Company forward. So, if you have experience and commitment to collaborative working, nurturing the voices and perspectives of all, social justice and the value of the arts, we could well be looking for you.
The key areas the Chair is responsible for are:
- Leading the Board, stakeholder management and organisational governance. Including:
- Setting the Board agenda, ensuring legal and financial governance duties are met effectively.
- Effective operation of the Board in all its areas and responsibilities.
- Build and maintain positive relationships including existing and potential funders.
- Represent the organisation at outside events
- Develop the Charity's vision and strategy
- Line manage the Executive
- Support the Executive in fundraising and encourage Trustees to do so.
We are looking for candidate with the following skills and experience
- Record of engagement in arts & culture
- Commitment & understanding of equality, diversity & inclusion.
- Experience of governance, or other organisational leadership, particularly in arts & culture, a non-profit, charity or public sector setting.
- Familiarity with reviewing or managing budgets.
- Effective, confident & enabling approach to convening & facilitating meetings Experience of chairing or facilitation in both in-person & remote settings.
- Skilled at building & balancing relationships with stakeholders including Arts Council England.
- Enthusiasm & empathy for vision, mission, values & work of the charity.
- Commitment to trustee duties & openness with the charity's team & Trustees.
- Ability to work in a team, accept decisions & be tolerant of other views.
- Commitment to being informed about - and act as a champion for - the charity.
- Ability to treat sensitive information confidentially.
Our candidate pack outlines the responsibilities of the role as well as the skills and experience needed. The candidate pack is available as Audio and BSL versions. Other versions available on request.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is looking for four members of the Conservation Advisory Committee.
Conservation Advisory Committee provides independent insight, advice and guidance to our Council of Trustees and Executive Board on conservation strategy, approaches, policy, and programmes, and advises them on positioning, risks and opportunities related to specific projects or policy issues.
In addition to making an important contribution to the work of the RSPB, through shaping its strategy and direction and influencing key decisions affecting its delivery of conservation outcomes, participating in an advisory committee can provide excellent networking opportunities, an opportunity to acquire practical experience of committee functions, decision-making process and further development of leadership skills, knowledge, and experience.
About you
We are looking for individuals with relevant experience to join our committees to provide independent, objective, challenging advice to support the Executive Board and Trustees in development and shaping of RSPB strategies.
Essential skills, knowledge, and experience across one or more of the following areas:
1. Knowledge of conservation delivery on land, including through agriculture and/or partnerships
2. Knowledge of conservation delivery in marine environments, policy, or operational context (including energy / fisheries sector)
3. Experience of effecting positive environmental change at in the public, private or not for profit sector
4. Experience working for or alongside the not-for-profit sector.
5. Understanding of delivery in International Operations and/or the UK Overseas Territories
6.Conservation Finance
7. Understanding of climate and social justice; working with diverse communities, people of colour and indigenous communities
8. Data Management and Analysis
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the RSPB website, where you can find full details of the role and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role closes 30th April.
Our purpose is to advance the conservation of birds, other wildlife, and the natural world, by protecting and restoring habitats and landscapes.
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Do you love to support and empower people? We are looking for compassionate champions to join our volunteer mentoring programme. Help mentees build confidence, get established in community and develop independence. The Build mentoring programme supports survivors of modern slavery. A volunteer mentor is paired with a co mentor meeting fortnightly in the community with a mentee; being a friendly support, setting goals, exploring opportunities and life skills. All volunteer mentors are supported and accountable to the Build Coordinators. This role is voluntary and unpaid (costs incurred for refreshments related to the mentor role will be reimbursed).
The Role
- To create a safe, compassionate, and healthy mentoring relationship
- Provide the mentee with tools and techniques to navigate a pathway to achieve things that are important to them
- Provide practical support to the mentee where appropriate (eg signposting)
- Support a mentee to identify and establish goals and life skills that are important to them
- Liaise with the mentee and fellow mentor to arrange safe and suitable meeting places including date and time
- Debrief with your co-mentor after each meeting and provide a brief written record of the discussion for the Mentoring Coordinator
- Work with your co-mentor to model ‘healthy community’
- Manage the trio’s refreshment expenses for reimbursement
Skills you need
- Compassion, empathy and active listening skills
- Ability to be able to help people feel at ease and build confidence
- To help people draw out personal goals and things that are important to them
- Have a passion and desire for wanting to transform and support the lives of people
- Be sensitive to someone who has experienced trauma
- Ability to keep confidence and professional boundaries
- Reliability and good time keeping
- Commitment to safeguarding and a willingness to raise concerns where necessary
- Experience of supporting others navigate and integrate into community
- Access to car/public transport and flexibility around location
What you will get from us
- Online or face to face training prior to working with mentees:
- Volunteer Induction and specialised programme training
- e-learning courses relating to Safeguarding, Data Protection and Equality & Diversity, IT and Data Induction
- Ongoing support sessions from the Build team
- Ongoing training with an emphasis on trauma informed practice Commitment
- 12-month commitment period
- Meet with mentee and co-mentor fortnightly for 1-2 hours
- Commitment to write up debriefs and any relevant actions between meetups
- To able to complete all required training
- To be able to attend a minimum of 4 training sessions per year
All roles within the mentoring programme need:
- Mandatory checks including DBS
- Two satisfactory references
- Completion of induction training
- An informal interview and introductory period
- Have a passion and desire for wanting to help and support people
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A fantastic opportunity to build knowledge of the UK asylum system, gain hands-on casework experience and deliver an essential service to refugees.
About us
Care4Calais is a volunteer-based charity providing essential aid and support for refugees in France and the UK.
In northern France we operate year-round from Calais, providing warm clothing, bedding, food and assistance to refugees who live in appalling and dangerous conditions.
Across the UK we collect and distribute clothes, shoes, mobile phones and other essential items, as well as social support and interaction, including language lessons, sport and music workshops. We also help with vital access to legal, medical and educational services.
Our Legal Access Department is an access to justice project that exists to arrange critical legal representation for people seeking asylum and, more than this, to support people through the hostility and difficulty of claiming asylum. The department, made up mostly of volunteers, works tirelessly to ensure that people feel informed, empowered, and far less isolated and alone.
About the role
The aim of this role is to provide crucial one-to-one casework and support to people seeking asylum in the UK. Our Asylum Team assists asylum seekers in navigating the UK asylum process by finding them specialist solicitors and working with our volunteer interpreters to help them organise their paperwork. We currently work with 100+ legal firms around the UK, providing an invaluable service to both the asylum-seeker and the overstretched legal immigration teams. You’ll have the chance to gain broad experience of working in a fast-paced and experienced team while meeting the ever-changing needs of those we support. So, if you thrive in a collaborative environment and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you!
The Role
As a Legal Access Caseworker, you’ll focus on providing outstanding support to your clients throughout the complex asylum process.
In this busy, hands-on role, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the function of the UK asylum system so we can provide the highest standards of service to those who need us most. A key focus will be on maintaining accurate and complete records and processes and delivering high quality service to every one of our vulnerable clients.
We are looking for people who have a genuine passion for human rights and refugee protection. If this is you, please get in touch.
Responsibilities
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Manage own caseload of adult asylum seekers requiring legal representation to support their asylum claims and to challenge unsuitable accommodation, poor treatment, and uphold our client's rights.
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Communicate effectively and sensitively with clients and refer to legal firms where appropriate.
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Identify clients’ individual wellbeing needs and make onward referrals internally and externally in line with this. Provide emotional support to clients undertaking the process of claiming asylum in the UK.
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Liaise with legal teams on behalf of clients where necessary.
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Keep relevant records up to date to allow for quick and effective retrieval.
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Attend and contribute meaningfully to team meetings.
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Develop and maintain a network of key contacts within relevant authorities, legal teams dealing with immigration and public law matters, and other NGOs focused on support of refugees and people seeking asylum.
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Attend relevant external meetings representing the organisation as needed, ensuring that knowledge and learning is shared across the department.
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Ensure that any safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to appropriately.
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Complete relevant external training required for you to undertake the role.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
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Proven dedication to social justice with a clear understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable populations.
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Ability to work sensitively and effectively with a diverse range of clients, demonstrating cultural competence, respect and compassion.
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Experience in efficiently managing high volume caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care and attention.
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Resilience in the face of challenging and emotionally demanding situations, with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
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Meticulous attention to detail in documentation and case records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with protocols.
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Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative.
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Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Desirable Criteria:
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Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken within asylum seeking communities, such as but not limited to: Arabic, Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Kurdish Sorani, Tigrinya, Amharic.
Successful applicants will be provided with the induction and training needed for them to succeed in the role.
Care4Calais is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and recognises that this is invaluable to our ability to serve the communities we support.
We therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including from Black, Asian and Minority-Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and people with lived experience of the UK immigration system. If you have any questions about this or need additional support with the application process for any reason, please contact us.
To apply please send a covering letter outlining why you want to volunteer with the Legal Access Department - Asylum Team, and why you think you would be suitable for this role. Please note applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Due to the volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted, we apologise that we cannot respond to each individual applicant.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you envisage a world free from animal suffering? As a Grassroots Organiser, you will help make this vision a reality by organising regular campaign events and actions in your local area. All materials provided and relevant expenses paid.
Why join us? We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food. We work specifically on corporate focused campaigns demanding better welfare practices for chickens. The actions and events you organise will help to open the eyes of the general public to the truth of factory farming, and add vital pressure onto our corporate targets, ultimately resulting in reducing animal suffering.
As a warm, friendly and approachable person, you will thrive taking the lead organising events and actions and enjoy meeting like-minded people.
We're a remote team, so we can support you wherever you are in the UK. There are no limitations on location.
As a Grassroots Organiser, you will be changing animal lives by:
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Organising events/actions in your local area including social meet-ups, peaceful protests, leafleting and public outreach (roughly 1 event every 6-8 weeks is ideal where possible). All materials are provided and relevant expenses paid.
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Promote your events/actions and encourage others to join you, bringing people together for the animals to create change
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Joining us at other in-person events/actions including peaceful protests organised by staff and other volunteers
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Get involved in campaign actions remotely, such as writing emails, letters, social media actions and more
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Attend online events within the volunteer community
The events and actions you organise don't need to be big, 2 or 3 people getting out there for the animals will make all the difference and we have an existing community of volunteers to tap into.
Perfect for those interested in gaining firsthand experience in campaigning or volunteer management, or just interested in creating direct change for animals. If you’re excited by the prospect of speaking to the public and taking the lead to organise local actions, all while making a genuine difference to animals, this is the role for you.
You will be working directly with THL UK staff members who will steward and support you throughout your time with us, including a full onboarding process to get you started. We'll give you everything you need, no prior experience needed.
There is no set time commitment for this role, you can get involved at a time that works for you, but we ask that you organise at least 1 event every 6-8 weeks where possible. It takes around 4-6 hours to deliver an event (including planning and delivery). Whether you're a student, retired, working full time, or somewhere in between - we would love to welcome you.
If you agree with our vision, and you want to do your part to help end the abuse of animals raised for food, join our team today.
Disclaimer:
The Humane League UK is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive team. We are an equal opportunities organisation and welcome volunteer applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, orientation, gender identity or expression. We particularly encourage those currently under-represented in the animal movement to join our team – individuals who are Black, Indigenous or People of the Global Majority, a person who is differently abled, and people who are LGBTQIA+.
We endeavour to make all our events and activities as inclusive as possible, with accessibility at the forefront of our minds - not as an afterthought.
If you prefer to apply in another way, or you have alternative requirements you’d like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to contact us - please find our email address on the Role Profile document below.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you want to help us end the abuse of animals raised for food? In this flexible role, you will create change for animals by attending in-person events and taking campaign actions from home at a time that works for you.
Why join us? We exist to end the abuse of animals raised for food. We work specifically on corporate focused campaigns demanding better welfare practices for chickens. This flexible and rewarding role is perfect for those looking to make a difference for farmed animals but without the strict time commitment. There are no set hours, you can get involved whenever you are free. Whether you're a student, retired, working full time, or somewhere in between - we would love to welcome you.
As a Campaign Volunteer, you will help us drive change for farmed animals by:
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Joining us for in-person events locally, and nationally (this may include peaceful protests, public outreach and informal meet-ups). All relevant expenses will be paid.
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Taking part in campaign actions from home including writing emails and letters, making phone calls and social media actions
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Connecting with your MP to campaign for change
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And more!
Gain fantastic transferable experience and build your advocacy skills in this flexible and rewarding role. You will be working directly with THL UK staff members who will steward and support you throughout your time with us. You will also have access to exclusive training opportunities to further your animal advocacy development, as well as a full onboarding process to get you started.
Our team is based all over the UK, so we’re set up to provide you with a great experience no matter where you’re based. We cover expenses to join us at in-person events, so you can be based anywhere and still get involved. No prior experience is required, we’ll give you everything you need. There is no set time commitment, but roughly 2-4 hours a month is average for this role, depending on how much you choose to get involved with.
Everything you do in support of our campaigns will help to reduce the suffering of animals who are on factory farms right now. Want to get involved? Apply today!
Disclaimer:
The Humane League UK is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive team. We are an equal opportunities organisation and welcome volunteer applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, age, religion, disability, neurodiversity, orientation, gender identity or expression. We particularly encourage those currently under-represented in the animal movement to join our team – individuals who are Black, Indigenous or People of the Global Majority, a person who is differently abled, and people who are LGBTQIA+.
We endeavour to make all our events and activities as inclusive as possible, with accessibility at the forefront of our minds - not as an afterthought.
If you prefer to apply in another way, or you have alternative requirements you’d like to discuss, don’t hesitate to contact us - please find our email address on the Role Profile document below.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Volunteer for Community Events. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact by attending and facilitating community events for LGBTQIA+ Muslim groups in Manchester. Some of the responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
● Assist the Community Trustee in researching and planning events for the hub in Manchester, London and Scotland
● Communicate with members on our Discord channel to coordinate attendance and activities
● Liaise with speakers, performers, and workshop facilitators to ensure their needs are met and their contributions align with the goals and values of the community.
● Set up and take down meeting rooms including workshop materials, refreshments and other ops as required
● Engage with attendees, volunteers, and stakeholders during events to ensure a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
● Record attendance collect feedback and evaluate the success of each event, making recommendations for improvement.
● Assist workshop leaders and Trustees in delivering activities
● Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by the Trustees
How much commitment is required?
We are flexible around your schedule. However, the following commitments are in place for volunteers.
● Attend monthly meetings to update on tasks, progress etc.
● Aim to attend all other planning meetings as necessary
● Attend all Hidayah Hub events
● Attend other Hidayah events where geographically possible
● Add to and maintain the administration of our file-sharing system ‘Google Drive’ to ensure it’s up to date with clear records, templates and forms
● Check and respond to emails in a timely manner
● Contribute to the communications group (via Discord) and stay up to date with Hidayah developments
● Keep up to date with Hidayah communication and organisational developments
What do we expect from a volunteer?
Qualities:
● Strong commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of LGBTQIA+ Muslim individuals.
● Knowledge or understanding of the specific challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ Muslims in Manchester.
● Excellent organizational and time management skills.
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
● Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
● Flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the community.
● Previous experience in events or coordination is preferable but not mandatory.
● Join Hidayah Membership and Hidayah Discord server
● Participating and contributing to discussions on the Hidayah Discord server
● Read all Hidayah policies, keeping up to date with any changes
● Read, understand and agree with the constitution of Hidayah (available on our website)
● Working knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft, as well as project management, web and comms tools
Personality:
● A self-starter who can volunteer with minimal supervision
● Friendliness, enthusiasm, dedication, responsiveness, flexibility and eagerness in supporting the aims, vision and mission of Hidayah
Personal Skills:
● Confidence taking the lead with plans and ideas at Trustee meetings
● Ability to resolving conflict situations if needed
● Professionalism in all situations
Please ensure you do not have a conflict of interest with your current role and check this prior to applying for this role.
Benefits to volunteering with Hidayah
Volunteering with Hidayah brings a range of a benefits such as:
● Contributing to Hidayah’s cause
● Supporting vulnerable communities
● Connecting with like-minded, passionate people
● Experience working in community events
● Development of professional networking skills
● Travel expenses reimbursed (capped at £20)
Our mission is to provide support and welfare for LGBTQI+ Muslims
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Green House Bristol is looking for a new Chair of Trustees to join our Trustee board. As Chair of Trustees, you will play a critical leadership role and ensure the Trustee board functions effectively.
Overview of the role
3 in 20 girls and 1 in 20 boys will experience sexual violence before they turn 18. Yet, with access to the right help, children and their families can heal and recover. The Green House offers this lifeline, delivering the only specialist service to children, young people and families who have experienced sexual abuse living in Avon and Somerset.
We are currently recruiting for a new Chair of Trustees to join our Trustee board. As a Trustee of The Green House, you will play a crucial role in setting the strategic direction of the charity and ensuring good governance. You will contribute to ensuring that the charity fulfils its mission, operates effectively, and remains accountable to survivors of child sexual abuse, and their families.
In addition to the general duties as Trustee, as Chair you will be in a leadership role: overseeing the Trustee board, acting as a spokesperson and ambassador for the charity, and working closely with The Green House’s CEO.
Please note that you will also be appointed as a Director of The Green House, reflecting our registration as both a charity and a Private Limited Company.
Why join us?
The service The Green House provides is distinct in four ways:
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We are evidence-based, with everything we do guided by research and best practice
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We are led by the voices of young people and their families
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We are centred on community and connection
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We are focused on the transformational power of the creative arts in helping survivors to rebuild their lives
This has resulted in a distinct service that ensures children have access to timely, specialist support services that are right for them.
Although The Green House delivers a local service, the work we do is increasingly leading the way in changing the national response to child sexual abuse – from delivering national training on pre-trial therapy to our involvement in the Upfront Survivors project.
It is an exciting time to join us as we embed our new service model, deliver a new strategy, and look to increase both our local and national visibility. You will be joining an ambitious team who work tirelessly to improve the lives of children, young people and families who have experienced sexual abuse.
About you
You will need previous experience acting as a Trustee, but it is not essential to have experience as a Chair of Trustees. We are looking for you to demonstrate:
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Commitment: A deep passion and commitment to work alongside survivors of sexual abuse and their families.
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Integrity: That you uphold the highest ethical standards.
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Strategic Thinking: An ability to contribute to ‘big picture’ thinking.
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Financial Acumen: The ability to understand financial statements and budgeting.
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Collaboration: A recognition of the need for The Green House to act alongside partners and survivors, and for the Board to function as a collective.
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Advocacy: A willingness to represent the charity and advocate on The Green House’s behalf.
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Communication: The ability for you to communicate your area of specialism to other members of the board with different specialist knowledge.
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Time Commitment: The ability to consistently devote time to the role.
We value a wide range of experiences and specialisms, and our work is research-led and evidence-based. We welcome and encourage those with lived experience to apply. We know that there is no ‘us’ and ‘them’ and that many of The Green House’s team are themselves survivors of sexual abuse and/or have wider lived experiences that offer huge value to the work we deliver.
Duties of all Trustees
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Prepare for and attend Board meetings, using your skills, expertise, and knowledge to contribute to discussions.
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Participate in setting the charity’s strategic direction. Contribute to decision-making on key matters, including long-term planning, financial sustainability, and program development.
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Provide support, learning and challenge to The Green House’s CEO.
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Ensure The Green House acts in line with its governing document and complies with all relevant laws and regulations.
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Ensure the charity lives its values (hope, creativity, and connection), delivering accountability to children who have experienced sexual abuse and their families.
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Monitor operational progress against The Green House’s new strategy.
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Ensure the charities financial and wider resources are being used effectively and treated with care.
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Ensure all relevant policies and procedures are in place and are being implemented.
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Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.
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Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect The Green House’s interests, to the exclusion of your own personal and/or any third-party interests.
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Proactively represent The Green House, building the charity’s visibility and reputation.
Duties of the Chair
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Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that The Green House achieves its mission.
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Work in partnership with the CEO, offering challenge and support towards our goals.
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Act as Line Manager to the CEO and conduct annual appraisals of the CEO.
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Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.
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Plan and chair monthly board meetings.
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Act as a spokesperson and ambassador for The Green House.
Terms of appointment
Terms of office
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Trustees are appointed for a three-year term of office, with renewal for two further terms to a maximum of three years.
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This is a voluntary position, but all reasonable expenses are covered.
Time commitment (Approximately 2-4 days a month)
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Attend monthly Board meetings. These are typically held on a Thursday evening at 6pm. Most meetings are virtual although we do meet in-person on a quarterly basis.
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Line Management and Appraisal of the CEO (1 hour every 6 weeks; 1 hour annually).
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Additional time is needed to take ownership of actions that arise from meetings (from supporting with recruitment and exit interviews where appropriate, to attending events on The Green House’s behalf). You will also need to be flexible in responding to emergent time-urgent issues when they arise.
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We also ask Trustees to attend an initial induction day at The Green House, The Green House’s annual Festival of Activism against Child Sexual Abuse (1 day in early February) and spend a strategy day with the staff team (typically 1 day September). From time to time, depending on the nature of the Fundraising activity it may be necessary for Trustee’s to attend fundraising events/meetings with the CEO.
EDI Statement
The Green House actively encourages and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Having a diverse workforce would not only help us evolve as an organisation, but also help us better our inclusive practices for the various communities we serve. Because of this, we are particularly keen to receive applications from members of ethnic minority groups and individuals with disabilities who are currently underrepresented within the charity.
We also understand that different barriers effect people with protected characteristics from accessing certain opportunities or experience. That is why we would like to offer any candidate living with disability that meets the minimum criteria a guaranteed interview.
There is an optional Equal Opportunities form included for those living with disability to submit alongside their application to qualify for the guaranteed interview scheme. As well as in general for our internal diversity in recruitment monitoring, which can be sent to us at the same address alongside your application. This form will not be seen by the hiring panel.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
About us
Established in December 2013, Betknowmore UK’s mission is to address gambling related harm in UK communities. We are the leading provider of gambling support and training services. We work tirelessly to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling related harm. ‘We want people to be empowered, to live the life they want to lead.’ Read more about our values, strategy and impact.
We exist to provide support and training services that prevent and address personal and societal harms caused by gambling. Together we aim to raise awareness, deliver support services and, through education, create more understanding about gambling harm.
Today the charity is governed by a Board of Trustees and run by Betknowmore UK senior management. This is where you come in – we are currently recruiting new members for our Board of Trustees.
About you
We are seeking committed individuals who share our vision, mission and values to join our board. You do not need to have prior knowledge of gambling harms as training will be provided throughout the induction period. Previous experience as a trustee, although desirable, is not essential.
We are specifically looking for the skills in the following areas.
·Community Engagement/networking/influencing
·Legal
·Commissioning
·Research
·Finance
For more information about the duties of a trustee and the person specification please see the Role Description Pack below. We would love to hear from you if you have time, skills and experience to share.
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would like to become a trustee and how your skills and knowledge would be an asset to the charity. (details in jobpack)
Come join our volunteering team to help change the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. Ranked 2023 Q3 by Best Companies as the 6th best charity to work for in the UK, Medaille Trust is one of the UK’s leading charities in the fight against modern slavery. Our innovative model is based on three principles: Prevent, Protect and Pursue. We are one of the UK’s largest providers of survivor services, with ten safehouses and six outreach hubs, staffed round the clock by specialist staff, working with more than 600 men, women and dependent children each year. We work to raise awareness in the UK and to provide preventive work in source countries. Our Pursue work helps survivors to engage with police and within the legal system to seek justice and to secure convictions against their perpetrators.
We are looking for an Activities Volunteer to help deliver recreational activities to our service users, tasks will include:
•Welcoming visitors and service users to the hub, helping them sign in, directing them to the hub space, helping service users to engage within a group setting, helping with any activity sessions that take place on or off the premises.
•Physical sporting activities such as football, cricket, rugby, group cycling etc.
•Playing board games, creative – arts, music, photography.
•Consulting clients to gain their feedback about what sessions they would like to participate in.
•Helping clients to engage within a group setting.
You will offer a safe and comfortable experience for all clients, showing awareness of clients varying physical and mental well-being needs.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life and have a wide range of experience and motivations. Whatever your reason for deciding to volunteer, we want to make sure you enjoy your time with us and know just how much we value your support.
This role requires maturity, and an ability to engage with male adults in a trauma informed way, while working alongside staff members to deliver the service in line with agreed procedures and systems.
Volunteers need to:
•Be at least 18 years old
•Be able to get to the venue based in Manchester
•Be able to commit to every fortnight
•Be computer literate and have a good standard of spoken and written English
•Be willing to have an enhanced DBS check
•Have knowledge and understanding of human trafficking issues or willingness to learn
•Have knowledge of mental health issues and the challenges faced or a willingness to learn
•Have an understanding of the importance of professional boundaries in the role
To apply please visit our website and complete an application form.