Business Development Volunteer Roles in Greater London
Flourishing Lives is the only London-wide body dedicated to older people, the arts and wellbeing and we are looking for an enthusiastic Chair to help take the work forward.
We are a coalition of over 600 arts, health and wellbeing organisations and older people’s groups working collaboratively to champion positive ageing, amplify the voices of older people and empower people over the age of 55 to lead richer, more independent lives. We help transform the lives of older people, by promoting community, expression, access and lifelong learning through engagement with the arts.
Launching as a project in 2016 before becoming an independent charity in 2021 with a core team of two members of staff and a board of four trustees, Flourishing Lives has been shaped by the communities it serves. The broad programme includes providing training and development through workshops, forums and resources in intergenerational, inclusive, reflective and best practice. Through sharing knowledge, supporting practitioners and advocating positive ageing, Flourishing Lives strives to ensure that London is a great place to age creatively.
About the role
Over the last 6 months, work has been underway to shape our new strategy and we are excited to be heading towards 2025 with a bold and ambitious plan for the next 5 years. Flourishing Lives is looking for a Chair to share in this excitement and support a dedicated board and staff as the team looks to this next phase of work.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for exploring growth and strategic development and would be ideal for anyone passionate about arts and ageing in London. The Chair will work with the existing board and Flourishing Lives’ staff to uphold the organisation’s mission and values, providing inclusive leadership and effective governance of the organisation to ensure Flourishing Lives fulfils its potential.
Person Specification:
Please note: We know that valuable experience can come from any number of sources which may not be described here, if you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please get in touch. Details below.
Essential
• Demonstrate passion and commitment to Flourishing Lives, its strategic objectives and cause,
• Governance experience; either as a chair or as a member of a board of directors/trustees/governors etc.,
• Experience or demonstrable understanding of fundraising and income generation,
• Ability to foster and promote a collaborative team environment.
Desirable
• Strong networking capabilities that can be utilised for the benefit of Flourishing Lives.
• Financial management expertise and/or a broad understanding of finance issues affecting a charity.
• Good understanding of legal issues affecting charities and their governance.
Principal Responsibilities
Strategic leadership
• Provide leadership to Flourishing Lives and its board, ensuring that the organisation has maximum impact for its beneficiaries.
• Ensure that the board provides a clear strategic direction for Flourishing Lives to amplify the relationship between the arts, ageing and combatting ageism.
• Establish and build a strong, effective and a constructive working relationship with the Flourishing Lives staff, ensuring they are supported to achieve agreed strategic objectives.
• Liaise between meetings with the Flourishing Lives staff to maintain an overview of the strategy, governance, finance and quality of Flourishing Lives’ work.
Governance
· Chair meetings of the board effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision-making process.
· Ensure that the governance arrangements are working in the most effective way for Flourishing Lives.
· Develop the knowledge and capability of the board.
· Ensure that the board reflects on the balance of skills, knowledge and experience needed to govern and lead the organisation effectively and take action when necessary.
· Approve the annual cycle of the board meetings, meeting agendas, chair and facilitate meetings, monitor decisions taken at meetings and ensure they are implemented.
The above list is indicative only and not exhaustive. The Chair of the Board will be expected to perform all such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role. Additional support and training is available to all our trustees.
Please submit your CV and a short statement (approx. 200 words) or email Cordelia (Head of Engagement): cordelia(at)flourishinglive(dot)org
If you have any questions or would find an informal chat with either a member of staff or a member of the board useful before applying, please get in touch and we can arrange a time to speak.
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We're setting up a brand new social mobility charity that aims to work with people from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds of all ages and we're seeking a REMOTE VOLUNTEER who has leadership experience who can join us as our Volunteer CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER to lead the charity with our Founder and CEO.
We are Unlock YOUR Potential, a new start-up social mobility charity that aims to provide a range of services to support those from disadvantaged backgrounds through a the following key areas;
- Employability and Enterprise
- Health and Wellbeing
- Life Skills, Mentoring and Personal Development
We are looking for a volunteer to fill the brand new role of our CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER who will join us in this senior leadership role and support our Founder and CEO in the setting up and day to day running and management of Unlock YOUR Potential, being a key driving force in getting the charity registered and overseeing the operations and programmes we run, including creating and developing key strategies and business planning.
To apply, please send your CVand a brief introduction to us!
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Volunteer Needed! Join REMIX Youth Charity!
Can you help us by leading on the administrative duties of REMIX. We need a super organised, attention to detail wizz with experience in admin for a few hours per week.
We're launching a brand new youth charity in London and need your help to create an amazing inspiring and empowering youth charity thats passionate about creating opportunities for young people in London building essential skills, confidence and resilience to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
About REMIX:
Remix is all about passion and creating opportunities and experiences for young people. We will inspire and empower young people aged 16 to 26 years old, addressing their holistic needs. Our evidence-based programmes will focus on developing essential life skills, promoting healthy living and providing personal development opportnities. We will transform lives, challenge the status quo, and create opportunities for young people across London and well beyond.
Volunteer Role:
We need your help as a volunteer to offer support to us as our Administrator who can support our Founder and CEO with the charity's administrative duties at REMIX, including setting up our admin systems and processes. You will play a very vital and pivotal role at REMIX.
Key Responsibilities:
- To create a framework for the charity’s administration. Establish policies and procedures that align with the charity's objectives.
- To ensure the efficient running of all activities, including quality assurance, health and safety, strategy, governance, financial management, and human resources management.
- To act as the first point of contact for external organisations, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders. Maintain compliance with regulations and present a positive image of the charity.
- To input and maintain financial records and charity databases.
- To process gift-aid claims and maintain accurate contribution records for donors.
- To maintain an accurate compliance schedule to aid account audits. Ensure timely returns and filings to relevant statutory bodies (e.g. HMRC and the Charity Commission).
- To oversee all legal documents related to the charity, including equipment acquisitions, maintenance, insurance policies, and claims reporting.
- To co-ordinate day-to-day office-related activities.
- To organise and maintain paper and electronic filing systems.
- To book meetings and events and provide logistics for them.
- To manage public inquiries and correspondence.
- Other administrative duties required to support REMIX.
To apply, please send your CV detailing your previous experience.
We look forward to hearing from you!
REMIX
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Are you passionate about making a positive impact to the lives of individuals with severe and complex disabilities? Do you believe in the power of storytelling to unlock imaginations and challenge limitations?
Since 1993, Bag Books has been on a mission to bring joy and connection to individuals with severe and complex learning disabilities through the magic of multi-sensory books and multi-sensory storytelling. Our work is multifaceted: we hand-craft unique multi-sensory "books in our London-based workshop," host captivating storytelling sessions led by our dedicated team of storytellers across the UK, and empower others by teaching the art of multi-sensory storytelling technique (MSST) to parents, carers, librarians, and teachers.
Bag Books are currently in search of individuals to join our board as trustees. Trustees, serving as voluntary board members, play a crucial role in charting the course of our charity, ensuring its alignment with its founding mission. You would be joining Bag Books at an exciting time when our impact has never been higher, and the board is working to grow and strengthen the charity.
As a Trustee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our strategic direction and ensure effective governance for the continued growth and success of Bag Books. Your diverse background and expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of our organisation.
We want to appoint up to four new trustees. Our new trustees will have the following skills, knowledge or experience (we don’t expect to find all these skills in one person):
• Special Needs Education especially working with people with severe and complex learning disabilities (SLD and PMLD)
• Business Development /Change Management
• Small Scale Manufacturing/Production
• Craft Work
• Health and Social Care
You do not need to have been a trustee before as support and training is provided.
Bag Books is an equal opportunities employer and organisation welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Following an audit of our board, we are particularly keen to hear from younger applicants, people of colour, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Time commitment: Trustee meetings are held four times a year and are a mix of in-person (based at our workshop in London SW8) and online meetings.
How to apply: Please submit a cover letter (of no more than two sides of A4) and a CV (which can detail volunteering and/or employment experience) through CharityJobs or by email to Lucy Barrett - lucy[at]bagbooks[dot]org
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Volunteer Needed! Join REMIX Youth Charity!
Can you help us by creating opportunities for young people in London and leading and managing our new charity with our Founder and CEO.
We're launching a brand new youth charity in London and need your help to create an amazing inspiring and empowering youth charity thats passionate about creating opportunities for young people in London building essential skills, confidence and resilience to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
About REMIX:
Remix is all about passion and creating opportunities and experiences for young people. We will inspire and empower young people aged 16 to 26 years old, addressing their holistic needs. Our evidence-based programmes will focus on developing essential life skills, promoting healthy living and providing personal development opportnities. We will transform lives, challenge the status quo, and create opportunities for young people across London and well beyond.
Volunteer Role:
We need your help as a volunteer to offer support to us as our COO who can lead and be a driving force on creating opportunities for young people and overseeing the management, impact and performance of our charity, working very closely with our Founder and CEO and the rest of the team at REMIX.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Remix with our Founder and CEO, being a positive role model and driving force and making a success of REMIX.
- Lead on the strategic planning and implementation of REMIX’s programmes.
- Collaborate with the Founder and CEO and the Board of Trustees to set and drive organisational vision and operational strategy.
- Represent REMIX to stakeholders, including the community, volunteers, donors, and partners.
- Ensure the financial and organisational performance and growth of REMIX.
- Other duties related to the running and management of REMIX and the role of COO.
To apply, please send your CV detailing your previous experience.
We look forward to hearing from you!
REMIX
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We enable individuals to donate to causes they care about and provide them full transparency on what impact their donation makes.Many people genuinely wish to do good and contribute to improving our world. Donating to charities is a common way to pursue this. The challenge is that the charity industry is a jungle. It can be complicated to see how your donation is actually spent and hard to identify the charities who have the largest impact.
We want to change that by:
- Providing full transparency on what your donation is spent on when you donate through us.
- Making it easy for you to support NGOs with proven impact.
- Creating communities centered around the causes you care about, offering exclusive content to further engage and inform you.
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
- Involves content creation and management, strategy implementation, engagement, analytics and reporting, and collaboration.
- Volunteer 2-3 hours per week for 3-5 months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have a background in fundraising and a flair for persuasive writing? Are you looking for a purpose-driven role? Are you passionate about wildlife and nature?
Swan Lifeline is the oldest registered charity devoted entirely to the care of sick and injured swans in the Thames Valley and surrounding areas and has cared for over 30,000 sick and injured swans. We are based on the magical Island setting of Cuckoo Weir Island in Eton, Berkshire. Our board is currently facing the challenge of expanding our fundraising efforts to ensure we are able to continue to meet our mission and sustain our activities.
As Fundraising Manager (Volunteer), you will play a crucial role in securing funding that enables us to carry out our mission. You will gain valuable experience in the non -profit sector and contribute to the growth of a unique and valuable wildlife charity.
This is a volunteer position, we understand the importance of work-life balance and value your time. Your commitment can be tailored to fit your schedule. You’ll be working with a passionate and friendly group of trustees and while we all work hard, we learn lots and have fun doing it! This role involves engaging with donors, supporters, and the community to raise funds and increase awareness of our mission.
Please read the attachment for a person specification and Job description for more information.
Please send us A) a short cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and additionally B) a CV detailing your relevant experience.
Interviews are informal and in person or on Zoom.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We provide mental health support to the underserved and underprivileged community. We aim to provide safe spaces for all, breaking barriers in mental health and advocate for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. We are also working to train future generations along with eradicate stigma in behavioral health.
FUNDRAISING VOLUNTEER
- To offer help with securing grants and donations that will allow us to work/bring services to those that can't afford to pay for them. These grants also will allow us to bring more mental health services.
- Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 6 months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We provide mental health support to the underserved and underprivileged community. We aim to provide safe spaces for all, breaking barriers in mental health and advocate for Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. We are also working to train future generations along with eradicate stigma in behavioral health.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
- Making appealing materials, including information on what we do, what we charge and how to sign up for services with purposes of getting traffic and getting clients.
- Volunteer 2-3 hours per week for 1-2 months.
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.
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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Borderline Support UK CIC are a small non-profit organisation made up entirely of volunteers. We work to support people with borderline personality disorder through peer support groups, signposting, and more.
Lived experience isn’t necessary for this post, but it would be an advantage.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic and passionate Research Assistants who can dedicate a few hours a month to work on projects with Borderline Support UK. We aren’t looking for people with buckets of experience (although please apply if you do!), so no matter your experience we’d like to hear from you. The more Lived Experience voices we have on our team, the better!
Some of the projects we’re running at the moment are as follows:
- Under 18’s Resource Creation
- 18+ Resource Creation
- Social Media Content
- Support Services across the UK
- Lived Experience data collection
There will be scope to work on larger scale research projects in the future.
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Voluntary Business Development Officer (part time)
ETS is a growing UK based Christian charity, which is looking to expand its discipleship and evangelism training throughout the UK and the English-speaking nations.
We are looking for a person of faith who can identify with our aims and has some experience with business development or sales. Although this is a voluntary position, we anticipate that this role will be salaried at some point in the future.
This role will be our first contact to many Pastors and Leaders in both the UK and to other English-speaking Nations. The role will involve reaching out to Churches to promote our discipleship and evangelism training. This will be by targeted emails, letters, and phone calls, which will be backed up and supported by our Social Media and Fundraising Officers.
ETS is based in Peterborough, and we expect any applicant to work from home/remote (hybrid) along with attending meetings over zoom. We will only interview applicants who are UK based. There may be occasional team meetings at Allia Business Centre, Peterborough, but traveling costs will be reimbursed, along with phone calls and other approved expenses.
Salary: This is a voluntary role and you are expected to pay your own taxes (if applicable)
Hours of work: This is a part-time role of 2 days per week (10 hours) but can be carried out at different times during the week.
We expect a commitment of one year, with the possibility of extension
Safeguarding: Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join RANGER CADETS in London!
Are you ready for an exciting adventure? We’re looking for 20 enthusiastic young people to join us as Young Leaders (NCOs) in London for our new uniformed youth organisation called RANGER CADETS.
We are the Ranger Cadets a brand new independent non-profit uniformed youth group that is being set up with an aim of getting young people engaged in their community in uniform, as well as upskilling them to unlock their full potential by providing skills for life, opportunities to get involved in the community and gain new experiences as part of a team, making our community a much better place.
We are a non-political and non-religious inclusive uniformed youth organisation that is open and welcoming to everyone regardless of their social background.
What’s in it for you?
- Leadership Skills: Learn to lead, inspire, and make a difference.
- Outdoor Adventures: Explore teamwork, survival skills, and outdoor challenges.
- Discipline and Respect: Develop self-discipline and respect for others.
- Friendships: Make lifelong friends who share your passion.
- Prestige: Get recognised in the community in your smart uniform and awarded the rank of Senior Cadet, taking on a leadership role within Ranger Cadets and in your cadet unit.
When? The same evening each week from 7pm to 9pm with occassional weekends for training and public duties.
Where? In London
Who can join? Young people aged 13-25 who are committed, dedicated, passionate and driven with leadership qualities and enthusiasm are welcome.
If you have previous NCO or Youth Leadership experience in another organisation please specify this when applying for access to our FAST TRACK route.
What is the process?
You will take part in our training programme with other young people for the role. You have a choice of two groups;
Group 1: Fast Track (2 weekends of 6 hours each day = 4 days in total)
- Weekend 1 (Recruit Weekend) You will earn your uniform at the end of this weekend.
- Weekend 2 (NCO Course Weekend) You will earn the rank of Senior Cadet at the end of this weekend
Group 2: Training (12 evenings of 2 hours each evening = 3 months in total)
- Week 1 to 6 (Recruit) You will earn your uniform at the end of week 6.
- Week 6 to 12 (NCO Course) You will earn the rank of Senior Cadet at the end of week 12.
During this training you will be assessed to which level would suit you and your skills and abilities based on your active participation, skills and abilities. We have 3 young leadership levels, which include;
- Level 1: Senior Cadet / (you will lead and coach a small group of cadets (young people) at the unit.
- Level 2: Corporal // (you will lead and coach large groups of young people (cadets and senior cadets) at the unit and take on leadership duties at the unit.
- Level 3: Sergeant /// (you will lead all young people at the unit and assist the Unit Officers in running the cadet unit each week).
If you show great promise on the NCO Induction and you are aged between 18 and 25 years old, you will have the opportunity to attend further training to obtain one of the following ranks;
- Level 4: Staff Sergeant (This person is second in charge of a cadet unit and you will support the Officer in Charge in running a cadet unit).
- Level 5: OIT (Officer In Training) - (You will shadow our Officer in Charge and learn how to run a cadet unit and within 3-6 months you will take on the role of Officer In Charge of a new or exisitng cadet unit).
SIGN UP and Join us at Ranger Cadets and embark on an unforgettable adventure!
This is a UNIFORMED role and you MUST be willing to wear the Ranger Cadets Rank Insignia.
RANGER CADETS
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RANGER CADETS
We are the Ranger Cadets a brand new independent non-profit uniformed youth group that is being set up with an aim of getting young people engaged in their community in uniform, as well as upskilling them to unlock their full potential by providing skills for life, opportunities to get involved in the community and gain new experiences as part of a team, making our community a much better place.
We are a non-political and non-religious inclusive uniformed youth organisation that is open and welcoming to everyone regardless of their social background.
We're on the look out for a dedicated, hard working, passionate and driven Deputy Chief Ranger (Deputy CEO), who will co-run our 100% volunteer run uniformed youth organisation and help to make our organisation a huge success as the second most senior person in the organisation.
You MUST be able to help make Ranger Cadets a huge success. We're only looking for a driven fully motivated and go getting volunteer to join us and help us create something special.
The role involves occasionally attending evening and weekend activities and events in full uniform, including visiting our cadet units to celebrate and recognise the hardwork of the unit team and young people locally within their communities.
This is a UNIFORMED role and you MUST be willing to wear the Ranger Cadets Rank Insignia.
RANGER CADETS
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The Operations Assistant supports the Chair with all administration to enable Hidayah to function smoothly. Responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:
- Providing administrative support to the Chair including scheduling meetings, managing calendars and responding to emails
- Creating process flows to enable service delivery and monitor progress
- Preparing meeting agendas, taking notes and sharing meeting minutes
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and databases including documents on the Google Drive
- Aiding in the planning and execution of all operational projects and initiatives
- Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation as needed e.g., for annual reports
- Responding to inquiries and providing information to internal and external stakeholders
- Performing other duties and tasks as assigned by the Chair
How much time is required?
We are flexible around your schedule but we anticipate that the role will require around 4 hours per week. The following commitments are in place for all Hidayah volunteers:
- Aim to attend all relevant meetings, delivering a comprehensive report with updates and to complete actions as and when they appear
- Aim to attend all other planning meetings as necessary
- Attend Hidayah events (where geographically possible)
- Help to fundraise for, and advertise, any Hidayah events and fundraising drives
- 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
- Provide information, statements and data for the annual report
- Keep up to date with Hidayah communication and organisational developments
This role is subject to a 6 months probationary period with a 2 month notice period should you wish to resign.
What is expected from an Operations Assistant?
Knowledge:
- Educated to degree level or experience which demonstrates equivalent analytical ability
- Knowledge of quality assurance systems and their benefits for the voluntary sector
- Knowledge of good governance procedures for the voluntary sector
- Understanding of confidentiality, equality and diversity and safeguarding procedures
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
Administration Skills:
- A high degree of literacy in Microsoft Office and IT Applications
- 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)
Please ensure you do not have a conflict of interest with your current role and check this prior to applying for this role.
What benefits do I get from this role?
- Volunteering with Hidayah brings a range of a benefits such as:
- Reference for your CV
- Contributing to Hidayah’s cause
- Supporting vulnerable communities
- Connecting with like-minded, passionate people
- Experience working strategically as part of a team
- Development of professional networking skills
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.