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Hay Festival Foundation Ltd. (HFF) is an internationally recognised charity, founded in Hay-on-Wye in Wales 38 years ago, operating in the UK and abroad. As a charity, we have a commitment to literature, culture, arts, and ideas, expanding, sharing, and contributing to the development of the arts, creativity, talent and skills through our activities (festivals, education, fundraising and trading). We are seeking a dynamic trustee with expertise to join the Board.
Hay Festival editions take place in Wales, UK and internationally, currently in Mexico, Peru, Colombia, USA, Africa, Ukraine and Europe.
We are seeking a trustees with skills in the following areas:
• International experience within cultural or creative sectors
• Digital production and media expertise
• Fund development and high-net-worth access
• Capital project and infrastructure development
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise addressing food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and sustainable partnerships.
We are seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer who is creative, strategic, and collaborative to lead SSI’s storytelling, public engagement, and community-focused communication initiatives. This role combines content creation, campaign management, brand stewardship, and stakeholder engagement to support SSI’s mission and growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Content creation and management: Write, edit, and publish clear, engaging, and inclusive content for SSI’s website, newsletters, blogs, press releases, and wider communications.
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Campaign development and execution: Plan and implement marketing and communications campaigns across digital and traditional channels to raise awareness, support membership growth, and increase engagement.
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Website management: Update and maintain SSI’s website content, ensuring it is accurate, accessible, up-to-date, and user-friendly.
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Brand management: Ensure SSI’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and visual identity are consistently applied across all communications and materials.
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Stakeholder engagement: Develop and maintain effective communication with members, volunteers, staff, partners, funders, and community networks.
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Develop and deliver marketing campaigns that promote SSI’s services, membership model, and community programmes.
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Manage SSI’s online presence, including its website, newsletters, and (where appropriate) social media platforms, in coordination with the Social Media Manager and Graphic & Content Coordinator.
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Support outreach and events with branded materials, graphics, and promotional content.
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Track campaign performance, analytics, and community engagement metrics, providing insight to inform future activity.
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Manage relationships with local media outlets, community partners, and networks.
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Uphold brand consistency across all digital, print, and in-person communications.
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Collaborate with Outreach, Membership, and Community Engagement Teams to align communications with SSI’s wider social impact goals.
About You
Key Skills and Qualifications
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and channels.
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Confident using digital tools such as email marketing platforms, basic website/content management systems, and analytics tools to support campaigns and track engagement.
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Ability to develop and implement marketing and communications strategies that align with organisational goals and community needs.
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Comfortable tracking, analysing, and reporting on campaign and communications performance, using data-driven insights to improve future work.
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Able to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders, integrating marketing and communications activity across the organisation.
Profile
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A creative and strategic thinker with strong writing and communication skills.
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Experience in marketing and/or communications.
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Organised, proactive, and adaptable to a fast-paced, community-focused environment.
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Passionate about SSI’s mission to promote dignity, affordability, and inclusion.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with clear, measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience across marketing, communications, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
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Collaboration with a committed, values-driven team working across operations, outreach, and community engagement.
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Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
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Potential for extended collaboration, references, or future opportunities within SSI, subject to organisational need.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Overview
The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise addressing food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships.
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and digitally confident Social Media Manager to manage SSI’s social media channels, ensuring consistent, mission-led communication that connects with members, volunteers, partners, and the wider community.This role focuses on platform management, scheduling, live engagement, and audience interaction.
You will work closely with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team to ensure all activity aligns with SSI’s brand, values, and communications policies.
Key Responsibilities
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Schedule, manage, and publish posts on SSI’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok) in line with content provided by the Graphic and Content Coordinator.
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Go live on social media platforms as needed to promote events, campaigns, or community initiatives.
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Monitor SSI’s social media channels, including comments, messages, tags, and mentions, ensuring timely, professional, community-centred responses.
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Collaborate with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team to ensure messaging aligns with campaigns, brand guidelines, and organisational priorities.
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Track basic analytics and engagement data, providing concise reports and insights to inform ongoing activity.
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Ensure all social media activity complies with SSI’s Brand Identity, Social Media Policy, and Communications Policy.
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Support the promotion of events, membership drives, and campaigns through coordinated social media activity with the team.
About You
Essential
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Experience in social media management and channel oversight.
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Confident using social media tools, scheduling platforms, and basic analytics dashboards.
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Strong organisational skills, able to manage calendars, live sessions, and multiple priorities.
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Clear, professional written communication and a community-centred approach when engaging online.
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Comfortable working collaboratively with the Graphic and Content Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Team.
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Genuine interest in community engagement, social enterprise, and SSI’s mission.
Desirable
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Familiarity with analytics tools (Instagram Insights, Meta Analytics, or similar) to track engagement and inform strategy.
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Interest in ethical storytelling, nonprofit marketing, or advocacy work.
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Experience coordinating with creative teams or managing workflows across multiple stakeholders.
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Ability to interpret social media metrics and make practical recommendations for improvement.
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Experience working in a small team or dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key.
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Strong organisational skills for managing multiple platforms, schedules, and live events simultaneously.
What We Offer
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The opportunity to manage social media for a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact.
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Hands-on experience in social media management, live engagement, and analytics reporting.
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Close collaboration with the Marketing & Communications Team and the Graphic and Content Coordinator.
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Networking opportunities through SSI’s community events, partners, and outreach activities.
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Training and development to support your growth and impact.
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Potential for extended collaboration or future opportunities within SSI, subject to organisational need.
How to Apply
Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role.
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Join a small charity with a big heart and help shape our future.
Barefoot and Free is a grassroots UK-based charity funding respite breaks for families with neurodivergent children or children affected by trauma. We're growing from the ground up and we’re looking for passionate, creative Volunteer Fundraising Champions to grow with us.
This is more than a stepping stone role. It’s a real opportunity to be part of something long term that's meaningful, mission-driven, and deeply rewarding. You'll play a key role in shaping a small charity with huge potential and your efforts will directly impact the lives of families who truly need support.
Why Join Us?
Grassroots charity work is full of heart but it’s not without its challenges. We don’t have huge budgets, so we need fundraisers who can think outside the box, raise funds rather than spend funds and inspire others to get behind the cause.
But the rewards? They’re immense:
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You’ll see the direct results of your work as we grow together.
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You’ll gain invaluable experience for your CV and future roles in the third sector.
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You’ll be part of a close-knit team where your ideas and efforts are truly valued and supported.
Your Role
As a Volunteer Fundraising Champion, you’ll help us raise the funds we need to provide life-changing breaks for families. You’ll be the creative spark and the friendly face behind fundraising efforts that make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan, organise and deliver creative fundraising activities (raffles, online quizzes, challenge events, etc.)
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Engage and support individual fundraisers (e.g. sponsored runners, event hosts)
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Act as a key contact for fundraising volunteers providing encouragement, advice, and practical support
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Develop and maintain a central fundraising tracker (Excel or similar)
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Log all fundraising activity, targets, and deadlines
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Collaborate with our social media volunteer to promote campaigns
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Support recruitment and onboarding of new fundraising volunteers
What You’ll Bring
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Clear, friendly written and verbal communication
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Creativity and confidence in engaging with people online and offline
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Strong organisation and time management skills
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Self-motivation and the ability to work independently
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A genuine passion for our mission and grassroots charity work
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Experience in fundraising or event planning is helpful but not essential, heart and drive matter more
Time Commitment
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Flexible and remote
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Around 2 to 5 hours per week
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We’ll work around your availability this role can fit around your life, studies, job, or family
What You’ll Gain
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Hands-on experience in fundraising, event planning and project coordination
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Something impressive and meaningful for your CV or portfolio
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Real-world charity sector experience
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Friendly support and mentoring from a passionate team
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A strong sense of purpose, knowing your efforts directly support families in need
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References available on request
How to Apply:
Please send a recent CV along with a short note about yourself, including any relevant fundraising or event planning experience (formal or informal!)
We can’t wait to hear from you and hopefully welcome you to the Barefoot and Free family.
Providing funded respite breaks for families of neurodivergent children and children affected by trauma.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are the Ranger Cadets, a brand-new independent start-up non-profit uniformed youth work organisation. Our mission is to engage young people in their community in uniform, while equipping them with the essential life skills, tools, and opportunities they need to unlock their full potential.
We are a non-political and non-religious inclusive uniformed youth organisation that is open and welcoming to everyone regardless of their social background.
The Role: Creative Visual Storyteller
We're on the look out for a dedicated, hard-working, passionate, and creative Graphic Designer to help us build a strong, professional, and engaging visual brand identity from the ground up!
As a start-up, you will be instrumental in designing a wide range of essential marketing and recruitment materials that will directly impact our success and growth.
What You Will Be Designing
We need a talented volunteer who can design a variety of high-quality assets across print and digital platforms, including:
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Print Materials:
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Roll Up Banners
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A4 / A3 Posters
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Volunteer Recruitment Packs (including role-specific brochures)
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Digital Assets:
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Email Banners / Signatures
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Website Banners / Graphics
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Social Media Posts (various platforms/formats)
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Campaign Materials:
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Start-Up Fundraising Campaign visuals and materials
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Branding guides and templates (if skilled)
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What We're Looking For
You MUST be able to translate our mission and vision into compelling, high-impact visuals that resonate with young people, parents, and potential volunteers as well as potential donors, funders and supporters. We're only looking for a creative and driven, fully motivated volunteer to join us and help us create something special.
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Proven experience in graphic design (portfolio preferred).
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Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalents).
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Ability to volunteer independently and remotely, managing multiple design projects.
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Strong understanding of brand consistency, layout, and visual hierarchy.
This is a NON-UNIFORMED role at Ranger Cadets.
Help us visually capture the fun, interactive training, skills, and challenges we offer to enhance young people's lives, behaviours, attitudes, skills, and knowledge.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are the Ranger Cadets, a brand-new independent start-up non-profit uniformed youth work organisation. Our mission is to engage young people in their community in uniform, while equipping them with the essential life skills, tools, and opportunities they need to unlock their full potential.
We are a non-political and non-religious inclusive uniformed youth organisation that is open and welcoming to everyone regardless of their social background.
The Role: Spreading Our Positive Message
We are seeking a dedicated, hard-working, passionate, and articulate Communications Volunteer to help us launch, promote, and manage our public image across England. You will be instrumental in spreading a positive message and image of Ranger Cadets to secure the young people, volunteers, and funding we need to succeed.
Your Mission
As our Communications Volunteer, you will help us reach and engage key audiences, including:
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Young People & Parents: Promoting the benefits and opportunities of joining Ranger Cadets.
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Potential Volunteers: Inspiring dedicated adults to join our team.
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Donors, Funders, and Supporters: Clearly articulating our impact and need for resources.
Key Activities
Your work will involve developing and executing communications strategies across various channels, which may include:
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Content Creation: Drafting engaging and tailored content for different audiences (e.g., press releases, website stories, email updates, and newsletters).
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Social Media Management: Developing and scheduling posts for platforms to build awareness and engagement.
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Media Relations: Assisting with outreach to local and national media outlets.
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Brand Messaging: Ensuring all external communications are consistent, professional, and uphold the positive values of Ranger Cadets.
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Public Awareness: Working to secure positive exposure for our programmes, such as our training sessions:
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Recruit Training
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Cadet Syllabus
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Youth Leadership Course (NCO)
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Officer Training (Adult Leadership)
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You MUST be able to help make Ranger Cadets a huge success by telling our story effectively and professionally. We're only looking for a creative and driven, fully motivated volunteer to join us and help us create something special.
This is a NON-UNIFORMED role at Ranger Cadets.
Help us communicate how we create the fun, interactive training, skills, and challenges that equip young people to enhance their lives, behaviours, attitudes, skills, and knowledge.
RANGER CADETS
#PreparedForLife
To empower young people through structured, uniformed experiences that build life skills, leadership, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us:
Peace Brigades International (PBI) is an international NGO with over 40 years’ experience providing life-saving protection and support to hundreds of brave human rights defenders who face reprisals because of their activism for social justice. PBI’s trademark protective accompaniment teams in Colombia, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Indonesia, Kenya and Nepal are supported by PBI’s International Headquarters in Brussels, and offices elsewhere in the world, such as our UK section, which carries out high-level advocacy for improved governmental and other support for human rights defenders, as well as stronger regulation of transnational business behaviour.
About the role:
A 3-month volunteer placement where the selected candidate will not only play a vital role in upcoming projects but also harness their skills in advocacy, communications and administration/logistics. They will deepen their understanding and knowledge of the UK environment, gaining insights into UK politics, international human rights, legal frameworks, advocacy strategies, and communication tactics.
By embracing this role, you become an integral part of our mission to influence positive change.
Responsibilities include:
(Note: These responsibilities are subject to adjustments and are not exhaustive).
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Support advocacy research and activities:
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Conduct research on countries and cases that PBI works on.
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Conduct research on policy advocacy related to HRD protection and business and human rights.
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Participate in meetings with a range of external stakeholders.
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Support in the organisation and roll out of internal and external events.
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Past events have included film screenings, talks with defenders, Parliamentary roundtables.
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Supporting field volunteer and alumni outreach and engagement.
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Producing communications outputs, such as articles on human rights issues, interviews with human rights defenders and social media posts.
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Supporting the organisation of human rights defender visits to the UK.
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Engage in network building and maintenance:
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Cultivate relationships with lawyers, judges, NGOs, social movements, politicians, and funders.
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Support office administration, logistics and finance
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Assist with filing, systems management and logistics.
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Digital systems and IT support with technical troubleshooting.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Help our charity to create new Allotment sites!
Green Allotments is a small, national, charity on a mission to create new allotment sites in England and Wales.
We are currently looking for lovely volunteers for various roles which are all home-based:
Volunteer Desk-based Researchers (Our most popular volunteering role!)
Occasional professional/specialist micro-volunteers
Landscape Architect
Social Media Supporters
Welsh Language Translators / Gwirfoddoli Cyfieithwyr Cymraeg
There are no set hours when volunteering for us and you can turn down anything that you are offered. Obviously, we will treat you with dignity and respect.
We do not anticipate that you will incur expenses in this role. We expect our volunteers to already have an internet connection and be willing to use that as part of their volunteer role with Green Allotments CIO.
(At present we are unable to accept applications from under 18s, although we hope to be able to do so in the future as our charity grows)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking a Director and Chair of Trustees Designate to help shape the future direction of our organisation. We are looking for an individual with proven senior leadership experience - ideally, though not necessarily, within the third sector - who can bring strong strategic thinking, sound judgement, and a collaborative leadership style.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About us
We are a small charity based in Whitby with big ambitions! We run a lobster hatchery based in the old fish market on the main pier in Whitby.
The core purposes of the charity are
To protect and enhance marine biodiversity within the North Sea. By doing this, we will support sustainable fishing within the North Sea and promote marine conservation through research, education and conservation work.
Charitable Objects
· To help balance the marine life of the North Sea through research, education, and conservation work.
· To help protect the marine and fisheries heritage of Whitby through sustainable fishing practices.
This will be achieved through:
· Monitoring and managing marine life across the North Sea, intervening with management programmes where required.
· Using research to deliver and influence policy.
What will you be doing?
We need business professionals with expertise in the following areas who can help us achieve some of our aims:
· HR: we have 3 employees and about 12 volunteers.
· Treasurer
· Raising funds, including grant applications: we usually run 3 or 4 fundraising events each year, and need to get about £50,000 a year from grants. Most of our grants come from small applications, so we need to maximise the number of applications to make the charity more sustainable.
· As well as contributing your business experience, you will share in the collective governance duties of trustees.
We also need trustees who bring other skills to board such as:
· Financial management
· Fundraising events
· Fundraising bid writing/ research
· Governance
· Strategic development and planning
Please note that you do not need all of these skills to apply!
Where?
· Meetings are held in Whitby, so local to the charity is best. We may be able to facilitate online meetings for the right candidate
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Volunteer Project Manager (Launch Campaign) - Help Us Paint London Yellow!
Location: Remote (UK)
Commitment: Flexible Volunteer Hours (Results-Driven)
Do You Have a Heart of Gold? Join Our Mission to Bring 'SUNSHINE' into People's Lives.
Imagine a city where loneliness is overcome by connection, and every person feels valued. This is the vision of SUNSHINE, a brand new, inspiring charity created to tackle the loneliness problem in London head-on.
We are looking for a passionate and entrepreneurial volunteer to take on a pivotal, high-impact role: Project Manager (Launch Campaign). This is a unique opportunity to put SUNSHINE on the map, coordinating a high-impact campaign that will officially launch our mission and make us a recognised, trusted name across London in 2026.
About SUNSHINE
We are a startup with a simple, powerful mission: to bring people together, spread joy and community spirit, and deliver services and support to those living with loneliness in London.
We will do this by:
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1). Fostering Connections: We will create safe and welcoming spaces where people can meet, chat, and form genuine friendships.
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2). Enhancing Wellbeing: Our activities are designed to be fun and engaging, lifting spirits and promoting a positive outlook.
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3). Transforming Lives: Every interaction, no matter how small, has the power to make a huge difference in someone's day, and ultimately, their life.
Our Vision:
A London where everyone feels connected, valued, and a part of a vibrant, compassionate community.
The Role: Project Manager (Launch Campaign)
We are seeking an empowering leader who is ready to roll up their sleeves and truly help us paint London yellow by generating buzz and getting our message out to the whole city.
You will be responsible for the end-to-end project management and management of our launch campaign that will introduce SUNSHINE to London in 2026. This is your chance to lead a high-visibility project that sets our trajectory for years to come.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the project planning, management, and execution of the charity's official launch across London in 2026.
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Coordinate and deliver a high-impact publicity stunt (we have the idea!) to generate widespread media and public attention.
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Manage all press outreach and media relations, securing coverage across London and national outlets.
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Develop a community engagement strategy to ensure a strong local presence and buy-in from day one.
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Ensure SUNSHINE is effectively "launched and on the map" to maximize reach and impact.
What We Offer
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Impact: Your work will literally be the reason London learns about SUNSHINE. This is a launch that will transform lives.
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Flexibility: This is a remote role with flexible volunteer hours. We trust you to manage your time and deliver results—we are focused on achieving results rather than counting the hours.
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Empowerment: You will have autonomy to lead, innovate, and execute a large-scale campaign that shapes the future of a vital new charity.
Are You Ready to Shine?
If you have a background in project management, marketing, communications, or PR, a flair for campaign execution, and a genuine, burning desire to combat loneliness, we want to hear from you.
SUNSHINE
Loneliness Charity in London
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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While gaining invaluable experience, practice your passion within real-life scenarios.
We’re looking for Social Media Manager volunteers to join our team, who will play a key role in the growth of our brand messages and visions. The ideal candidate will work with us and our partners to strengthen our online presence and attract organic traffic.
Responsibilities
Increase traffic to digital channels
Grow brand messages, visions and online presence.
Requirements
Working experience with online digital marketing & Social Media
Strong verbal, written, and organisational skills.
Enthusiastic, Dedicated and willing to learn.
The role could be entirely remote and is unremunerated but all reasonable expenses will be met.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
While gaining invaluable experience in recruitment, human resources and NFP Social enterprise, practice your passion within real-life scenarios.
We are looking for Recruitment Managers to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in sourcing, engaging and will help us build a diverse and dedicated team to support our brand messages and visions.
If you are enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated about building a dynamic team and are excited to contribute your recruitment skills to a meaningful cause, join us as a Recruitment Manager Volunteer. Together, we can create a positive and lasting impact in our community.
Please note the role is a voluntary position and could be entirely remote. Any incurred reasonable expenses will be paid.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with HR and leadership team to understand needs, roles and requirements.
- Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies and campaigns.
- Utilise online platforms, social media, and community networks to advertise opportunities.
- Assist with review applications and inquiries, and assess candidate suitability.
- Conduct interviews with potential candidates to determine their skills, motivations, and alignment with our values and visions.
- Maintain a database of potential and current candidates and keeping track of their skills, interests, and availability.
- Work closely with leadership team and other team members to ensure a seamless transition from recruitment to engagement.
- Regularly report on recruitment metrics and effectiveness to the leadership team.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve recruitment process.
Requirements:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively market and promote opportunities.
- Experience in recruitment, human resources, or volunteer management is a plus.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Proficiency in using online platforms, social media, and communication tools.
- Dedicated and willing to learn.
- Committed to our values and mission
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can become a vital part of our team.
ABOUT TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY at Ignite Youth (East London)
Ignite Youth (East London) is launching a brand new weekly youth club on a Wednesday evening in East London, and we have an incredible volunteer opportunity for a talented Graphic Designer to craft our visual identity. We have an exciting AI-generated logo concept that we have created with our youth commitee, and now we need YOUR expertise to bring it to life, refine it, and build a positive, vibrant brand around it that speaks directly to East London's youth!
CAN YOU HELP US?
We need your help to refine our AI created logo, creating it in a range of formats for both digital and print formats. We also need you to create a style guide or brand guideline, that will demonstrate our brand, including;
- Official colour palettes (primary, secondary).
- Typography (font selection for headings, body, digital).
- Logo usage rules (clear space, minimum size, approved variations).
- Imagery style (photography, illustration guidance).
We run a youth club every Wednesday 6-9pm in East London for young people aged 10 to 16 years old.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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The Jawbone Collective seeks a Volunteer Bookkeeping / Financial Recordkeeping support person to join our thriving arts organisation. As we continue to expand activities and our reach across the Southwest of England, we need someone with financial expertise to help strengthen our operational foundation.
You will work remotely alongside our dedicated management team to develop robust financial processes that will support our journey toward becoming a self-sustaining arts organisation. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting us in managing our diverse revenue streams, including workshop fees, journal and poetry publications, grants (hopefully we get some soon) and event income.
As part of our inclusive creative community, you'll contribute to an organisation that champions diverse voices, including neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+ and working-class writers. While a love for literature isn't required, you'll be supporting a mission that makes literary opportunities accessible to all through affordable programs and free submission opportunities.
Role Description
- Initially organising a transition to accounting software
- Train team members in maintain financial records and bookkeeping
- Assist with financial reporting and planning
- Support budget management for our various programmes and publications
- Help track expenses related to workshops, events, and publishing activities
- Contribute to funding applications and financial governance
What We're Looking For
- Experience in financial management and
- Governance required for a CIC (desirable, or be willing to learn)
- An ability to train team members in necessary software for bookkeeping
- Strong organisational skills
- Ability to work with our creative community-focused team
- Understanding of arts organisation operations (desirable)
About Us
The Jawbone Collective is a dynamic arts organisation dedicated to nurturing creative voices across the Wessex Region. Founded in 2022, we've evolved from our initial mission of publishing the poetry collections of under represented groups to becoming a comprehensive creative hub offering multiple platforms for artistic expression. Our initiatives include the upcoming Jawbone Journal - May 2025; developing a Substack community, Jawbone Radio for spoken word performances; plus workshops - in person and online; and mentoring programs. Based in Dorset, we've established strong creative communities in Dorchester and Bridport as well as attracting attendees to real world activities coming from Dorset, Devon, Wiltshire and Somerset, whilst also maintaining an active online presence attracting people from the UK and across the world.
At our core, we're driven by a commitment to diversity and accessibility in the arts. Our community of 15 core creative members represents a rich tapestry of voices, including creatives from neurodivergent, disabled, LGBTQIA+, female and working class creators from various age groups and backgrounds. We are actively challenging publishing industry 'norms' by offering affordable and free submission opportunities. We are bridging the gap between performance and page poetry, and creating inclusive spaces where every creative voice can flourish. Through our various platforms and initiatives, we're building a supportive environment where artists can develop their craft, share their work, and connect with a broader creative community.
Working remotely however we would love to meet up with you from time to time.
You are most welcome to attend any of our events and workshops at no cost to yourself.
Amount of hours approx 8 - 16 hours a month depending on projects.
Cover Letter... we would like a few paragraphs about you and your interest in applying for volunteer work and how you feel you can help a community organisation.
Also if you move forward in the recruitment process, we will be seeking references and contact information of two referees.
A Poet’s journey to publication and the navigation to a profession in literature and the sharing of their work is at the forefront of our mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.