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Do you live in Wales and want to gain valuable skills, have new experiences, and support vulnerable people? We are offering 1 young person aged 18–25 the opportunity to volunteer with the Portuguese Red Cross in Guimarães, Portugal.
The Portuguese Red Cross in Guimarães supports the local community through a wide range of voluntary activities focused on social inclusion, education, health, and youth engagement.
Volunteers will be involved in several impactful projects, including:
- Supporting elderly people through digital inclusion and companionship
- Promoting healthy lifestyles and safety awareness among children and teenagers
- Assisting in shelters for homeless individuals and long-term care patients
- Organising creative and educational activities in schools, hospitals, and foster homes
- Helping with social media, fundraising, and community events.
Volunteers will stay in a shared house near the city centre, just a short walk from the Red Cross headquarters. The house includes shared bedrooms, a kitchen, living room, bathrooms, and a terrace. Volunteering hours will not exceed 35 hours per week, and volunteers are entitled to two consecutive days of rest. While most weekends are free, occasional weekend activities may take place.
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore your interests, develop new skills, and make a difference in a vibrant and historic city. For more details on the role and the projects available, please refer to the full role description. The most important thing we want to see is your motivation for this placement! These are fully funded placements, with return flights, accommodation and health insurance covered - volunteers receive a small monthly stipend for living expenses.
Please note that only young people based in Wales can apply for this role, as it is Taith funded. Interviews will take place online with shortlisted candidates.
We are keen to hear from individuals especially those who do not normally get the chance to volunteer overseas, who are passionate and motivated about working in the humanitarian sector and international volunteering but who also understand that these types of placements require adaptability and resilience. We are especially interested in applications from those who are from low socio-economic backgrounds, are carers or are care experienced, have accessed free school meals, are refugees or asylum seekers and those with disabilities or additional needs.
To mobilise the power of humanity so that people can prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the Role
We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales & Business Development Volunteer to help drive our growth and expand our reach. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in sales, business development, and relationship management while making a meaningful contribution to our cause.
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales & Business Development Volunteer, you'll work closely with our team to identify new opportunities and build lasting partnerships. Your responsibilities will include:
- Researching and identifying potential clients, business leads, sponsors, partners, and business opportunities.
- Supporting the development of sales strategies and outreach campaigns.
- Helping to create compelling proposals and presentations.
- Conducting initial outreach to prospective clients via email, phone, and social media
- Help maintain the contact database with updated leads and follow-up notes.
- Analysing market trends and competitor activities.
- Contributing ideas to improve our sales processes and materials.
- Reach out to companies, NGOs, and institutions to introduce TESYouth’s initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in sales, marketing, fundraising or business development
- Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
- Proactive, organised, and able to work independently.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A positive attitude and desire to contribute to a social impact organisation.
(Previous experience in sales, customer service, social media for business purposes, marketing, or or business development is a plus, but not required.)
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience in sales and business development
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Opportunity to build your professional network
- Development of valuable transferable skills
- Flexible working arrangements
Additional Information
- This is a voluntary role and can be carried out entirely remotely.
- All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a social enterprise and not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing youth unemployment. Through training programmes, work experience, interactive workshops, and volunteering opportunities, we support young people in developing their skills and achieving their career aspirations.
Together with our collaborators and partners, we aim to make a lasting positive impact in the community.
TESYouth is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
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 is an exciting opportunity to be a hands-on charity Trustee, helping to prevent animal cruelty, promote kindness to all animals and shape the future of our animal charity. We are planning to add three new Trustees to our committee. We are particularly seeking people skilled in any of the following areas:
- Marketing and social media to foster engagement and donations
- Retail – both traditional and online to diversify our revenue streams
- Fundraising, including corporate fundraising, sponsorship or grants
- Volunteer recruitment and development
About us
RSPCA South West London Branch is an independent charity based in Wandsworth, South West London. We operate a small animal welfare and rehoming operation. To fund our charitable activities, we operate two charity shops and an online shop. We employ 8 people.
Overview of opportunity
As a Trustee, you will serve on the governing committee of the charity. This committee oversees the running of the branch and sets out its short- and long-term goals. It is responsible for making decisions in the best interest of the branch, ensuring we are carrying out our charitable objectives, complying with our governing document and the law, and managing our resources responsibly. The committee meets monthly (online) for 1-1 1/2 hours.
As we are a small charity, some Trustees take the lead on specific areas, either on a project- or ongoing basis and many of our Trustees help with, for example, events, fundraising, the shops or rehoming activities.
What we are looking for
We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with experience and skills in any of the areas outlined above and who are committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objective and share our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective and be able to put ideas into action. Experience as a charity trustee, committee chair or board chair is highly desirable.
We can offer you
- A comprehensive onboarding and Trustee training course which will provide you with everything you need to carry out the role.
- The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
- The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
- A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.
Practical considerations
- You will need to be 18 of over
- Trustees typically serve a three-year term
- The position is unpaid but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
- You must not be disqualified from being a Trustee. Please read the Charity Commission’s guidance on who can be a Trustee of a charity.
- References will be required.
How to find out more about being a Trustee
For more information on becoming a Charity Trustee and to ensure it is the right decision for you, we recommend reading the Charity Commission's guidance on the role of the trustee and the RSPCA website about Branch Trustees.
Join us in making a real difference to the lives of animals in need.
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
About the RSPCA
Founded in 1824, the RSPCA have been saving animals for over 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches
Please note this is a volunteering role available with RSPCA South West London Branch registered charity number 1209355 not National RSPCA registered charity number 219099 which is a separate charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Transform is looking for a new Treasurer to join our board of Trustees!
We are looking for a qualified accountant, preferably with experience in the charity sector; knowledge and experience of the drug sector an advantage.
As we are a small organisation this is quite a hands-on role. You will need:
To work collaboratively with the CEO, our book-keepers and the auditors to produce annual accounts
and regular financial statements
Proven accountancy qualifications, budgeting and understanding the finance of small
charities including a working knowledge of xero
Ability to translate finances in an easy-to-understand manner for different
stakeholders with less financial knowledge
Good knowledge of charity governance rules and procedures
To be passionate about the values and mission of the charity
You will also work closely with the Chair and the Board to ensure we are meeting our
financial objectives
You will be willing to bring experience, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and be
willing to broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
About Transform
Transform Drug Policy Foundation is a global leader in developing, and advocating for, more
humane drug policies. Our vision is a world where drug policy contributes to safer and
healthier societies. We want to recruit a treasurer, to oversee income and expenditure of the
organisation, to help drive forward our work.
This is an exciting time in drug policy. Rapid changes in approach are occurring in the UK and
internationally. Transform has a long history of shaping these changes and seeking to ensure
that reform reduces harm, improves social justice and protects public health. Our Anyone’s
Child campaign is a highly effective family-led movement that has had a significant impact
here and abroad. But like so many charities, we are feeling the strain from the cost of giving
crisis and gaining longer-term sustainable funding is essential for the continuation of our
important work.
We welcome applications from all candidates with the skills and commitment to support the
work of Transform. We especially welcome applications from Black and minority ethnic
candidates as part of our commitment to ensuring a full diversity of experience is reflected in
our work. We are also interested to hear from candidates with personal lived experience
which informs their understanding of the need for drug policy reform.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a Communications Officer who can strategically identify and post engaging content for our social media feeds and other communication channels, which will inspire people to support our work with refugees and asylum seekers in Epirus. You are the person who thinks “this would make a good post”, while activities are taking place. More than that, your interest and belief in digital communications as a force for good should be backed with an interest in data and analytics, using them to influence our overall communication strategy.
Your role would include:
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Interacting with our digital communities to increase engagement, followers and the quality of user experience.
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Identifying key influencers and conversations that we should engage in to better showcase our work and expand our reach.
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Managing our other channels of communication, including newsletters, donor engagement, website and press service.
You should be able to:
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Manage communication channels in a professional capacity
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Create and deliver communication strategies for specific programmes and campaigns
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Produce regular data reports using Facebook Insights, LinkedIn Analytics, Google Analytics or similar tools, analysing data and adapt strategies accordingly
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Keep up-to-date with the latest trends/developments in digital communications
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Identify key influential external figures and agencies to further our reach and impact
The ideal candidate will have:
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Experience working in a refugee context or with a vulnerable population
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Experience working in an NGO, Charity or in the field of human rights
What do we offer?
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A nurturing and collaborative working environment. We work hard to help our team members grow; investing in personal and professional development.
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Accommodation in a shared house
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Transportation to/from work
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After completion of a three-month trial, if you commit long-term, a small monthly expenses refund
In certain periods of the year, demand is extremely high, and the shared houses might be full. If you have the means to pay for your own accommodation, please let us know. We would still be happy to host you if space is available. However, in a situation where the shared houses are full, this would allow us to offer an opportunity to someone that cannot afford to pay rent.
Have experience leading a team of this type?
Consider applying to become a Communications Coordinator. Whether your experience lies in the humanitarian sector or elsewhere, we are looking for people with expertise that can drive us forward as an organisation.
Looking for an internship?
If, because of your degree or for any other reason, you would like to have your period at Second Tree credited as an internship, just apply to the vacancy that you’re interested in and mention this. We have agreements with several universities across Europe, and in many other cases, these agreements can be developed on an ad hoc basis.
Go remote
This position is also open to remote candidates. If you wish to apply for a remote role, mention this in your application.
We challenge the biases that make us see refugees as “the other”. We change the way society perceives refugees, and refugees perceive society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you live in Wales and want to gain valuable skills, have new experiences, and support vulnerable people?
We are offering 6 young people aged 18-25 the opportunity to volunteer with the Portuguese Red Cross in Cucujães, which serves the Municipality of Oliveira de Azeméis. Planned placement dates are: 26th February - 27th May 2026 and 1st June - 7th August 2026.
The Red Cross offers support to the local community in three main areas: Social Assistance and access to Welfare Services, Emergency Response & First Aid and Youth Engagement. Projects include: social assistance and counselling, food bank and food relief, activities for people with disabilities, first aid education, environmental education, activities focused on prevention for at risk youth, intergenerational and community workshops.
The successful volunteer will stay in a shared apartment (with other international volunteers) in a shared bedroom, located in Oliveira de Azeméis and carry out volunteering activities in two different locations (at Local Partner Institution: Centro de Apoio Familiar Pinto Carvalho (Oliveira de Azeméis) and at the Local Branch of the Portuguese Red Cross (Vila de Cucujães).
We would expect volunteers to do no more than 36 hours per week, within a rotating volunteer schedule, which will include two consecutive days per week away from the project.
It's a fantastic opportunity to get involved in projects and find out what you are interested in. For more details on the role and the projects available, have a look at the role description. The main thing we want to see is your motivation for this placement! These are fully funded placements, with return flights, accommodation and health insurance covered - volunteers receive a small monthly stipend for living expenses.
Please note that only young people based in Wales can apply for this role, as it is Taith funded. Interviews will take place online with shortlisted candidates.
We are keen to hear from individuals especially those who do not normally get the chance to volunteer overseas, who are passionate and motivated about working in the humanitarian sector and international volunteering but who also understand that these types of placements require adaptability and resilience. We are especially interested in applications from those who are from low socio-economic backgrounds, are carers or are care experienced, have accessed free school meals, are refugees or asylum seekers and those with disabilities or additional needs.
To mobilise the power of humanity so that people can prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
There are over 4000 parks in Greater London. We aim to map them all with useful information for local residents and visitors to London. We also support people that help look after their local parks.
Using your good networking skills and organisational abilities, this role handles the marketing and promotion of the GoParks projects: the website, its map, providing supportive information to Friends’ groups who champion their local parks in collaboration with the London Friends of Greenspaces Network (LFGN).
You'll be joining a small team who focus on this initiative under the CPRE London umbrella. With your support we can do even more! Comms and PR volunteers have an essential role in spreading the word about our work and engaging with new groups and supporters in our area.
By volunteering with us you’ll be helping to find positive solutions for the issues facing the countryside and the environment. By applying your skills and experience you can make a real difference and be a central part of a friendly and passionate charity.
We’re ideally looking for volunteers with experience in networking, managing promotional social media channels for professional or personal use, who can preferably offer us an ongoing commitment. To maximise effectiveness in this role and to make it a beneficial experience for you, a 6 month or ongoing commitment is preferred.
Working pattern
Hours: 7-14 hours per week
Pattern: delivery can be flexible but availability on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays (popular part time working days) would be beneficial. Location: Hybrid - with weekly office attendance on one of the above days.
We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses should this be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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What will you do?
• Explore different ways of fundraising to help the local Citizens Advice obtain money, either for specific things, or for ongoing running costs of the local Citizens Advice
• Help organise fundraising events to raise money from the local community and encourage volunteers and staff to get involved
• Create materials, such as newsletters or presentations, which can be used to raise the profile of the local Citizens Advice and for raising money
• Explore other ways of fundraising, including identifying new sources of funding from organisations
• Help to build relationships with local organisations or businesses
• Help staff put together some information to send to potential funders and to complete applications for funding bids
What is in it for you?
• Make a real difference to people’s lives
• Learn about a range of issues such as benefits, debt, employment and housing
• Build on valuable skills such as communication and problem solving, and increase your employability
• Work with a range of different people, independently, in a team and within your local community
• Have a positive impact in your community. And we’ll reimburse expenses too.
What do you need to have? You don’t need specific qualifications and skills, but you’ll need to:
• Be friendly and approachable • Be non-judgemental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own
• Have a positive attitude towards fundraising
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Have good IT skills
• Be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection
• Be willing to undertake training in your role
How much time do you need to give?
We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and talk to us.
Valuing Inclusion
Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from racially minoritised people, people with colour, disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and nonbinary people.
If you are interested in becoming a fundraising volunteer and would like to discuss flexibility around location, time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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If you’re looking for a simple yet powerful way to take action for the planet, volunteer with us for just 15 minutes a week to check and approve community-collected images. Your contribution is vital for us to continue building robust data that advocates for cleaner waterways.
Why Join?
- Flexible volunteering opportunity that you can do from home.
- Straightforward and user-friendly process.
- 15 minutes per week.
Overview
As an Image Analyst, you’ll play a vital role in preserving our environment by moderating the litter images uploaded to the Planet Patrol app. To date, our community has logged over 500,000 pieces of single-use litter, contributing to our open-source interactive database. Our data has been featured in media investigations (Channel 4 and ITV), published in academic journals (Stanton et al., 2022), and used to inform government consultations, enhancing both public and scientific understanding of environmental pollution.
For each image, we need to verify that the litter type, quantity, and brand have been recorded accurately - and we need your help.
If you’re looking for a simple yet powerful way to take action for the planet, we’d love it if you could spare just 15 minutes a week to help us check and approve community-collected images. Your contribution will help us continue building robust data that advocates for cleaner waterways.
The process is straightforward and user-friendly, so anyone can get involved. While an adult is required to hold the account, this is also an accessible activity for families and young people to take part in together. Volunteering as an Image Analyst is perfect for people with busy lives who want to give back from the comfort of their own home.
What we’re offering
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Flexible, remote volunteering opportunity that fits around your schedule.
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A chance to gain environmental experience to add to your CV.
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The satisfaction of contributing to real change and being part of a national movement.
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The option to get involved in additional volunteering opportunities, if interested.
About Planet Patrol
Our vision is a world where all beings can enjoy our waterways, free from pollution. We are transforming environmental action through citizen science - digitally, via the Planet Patrol app, and on the ground through our fantastic network of volunteers. Together, we gather vital evidence of water and litter pollution to inform critical policy change and hold polluters to account.
At the heart of our work is robust, community-collected data. We are proud to have the world’s first reliable and freely available app dedicated to combating environmental pollution. Through the app, anyone can become a protector of our natural green and blue spaces through logging vital data on water quality and litter collected.
Each piece of litter collected is photographed and recorded in the app, alongside vital information such as litter type, quantity, brand and location. This helps us to identify trends and pressure points in specific locations, helping to power our campaigning for positive change.
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!
If you’re a people person with a passion for community action, this may be the role for you!
As a Volunteer Community Leader, you will champion cleaner waterways by being a visible presence in your local area – representing Planet Patrol at local events, motivating volunteers, and inspiring action.
Why Join?
- Rewarding, visible volunteering opportunity.
- Opportunity to contribute to a national movement of change-makers.
- Be a crucial part of developing our upcoming campaigns and citizen-science activations.
- 2 hours per week, for a minimum 6 month term.
We are only recruiting in the following areas at this time: Glasgow, Leeds, Nottingham, Bristol, and London.
Overview
We’re seeking enthusiastic and approachable Volunteer Community Leaders to champion cleaner waterways and inspire positive action. You’ll be a visible presence in the community - leading by example, motivating volunteers, and representing Planet Patrol at local events.
You will play a key role in encouraging people to get involved in our citizen-science-powered activities, from water quality testing to litter picks, helping us build robust data to advocate for a cleaner planet. By sharing feedback and local insights, you’ll also help shape future campaigns and amplify the voices of your community.
We are a small, ambitious team, and you’ll become part of our national network of change-makers, striving for a world where all beings can enjoy our waterways, free from pollution. If you’re a people person with a passion for protecting our waterways and beyond, and believe in the power of community, we’d love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
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Attend local community events to share Planet Patrol’s mission and opportunities available to take action through citizen science ~1 per month.
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Inspire and encourage volunteers to get involved in our mission - whether that is our paddleboarding litter picks, our water testing programme, or by downloading the Planet Patrol app and logging litter finds!
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Share feedback and impactful stories with the Planet Patrol team to help shape future campaigns and amplify the voices of our volunteers.
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Advocate for change - act as a voice for your community by raising awareness and engaging with local powerholders on environmental issues.
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Build towards organising your own community events and working with the team to support with event logistics and coordination.
Qualities & Skills
Essential
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Passion for environmental action and community involvement.
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Good knowledge of environmental initiatives in your area.
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Confident, friendly communicator - comfortable speaking publicly and encouraging participation in our litter picks and water testing activities.
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Self-motivated and IT literate - comfortable staying in touch remotely.
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Organised and can manage time efficiently.
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Committed to ~2 hrs/week for at least 6 months.
Desirable
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Experience in public speaking or communications.
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Ability to use social media and capture content effectively.
What we’re offering
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Opportunity to build your environmental experience and contribute to a national movement of change-makers.
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Project ownership of an important, visible community role.
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References for job applications and a recommendation on LinkedIn to boost your profile.
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Opportunity to participate in paddleboarding events in your community, free of charge.
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Being part of a mission-driven non-profit, that prides itself on creating a supportive environment for volunteers.
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Offer to attend an online volunteer gathering during your tenure to meet other Community Leaders and members from the Planet Patrol Team.
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Travel expenses covered where required.
About Planet Patrol
Our vision is a world where all beings can enjoy our waterways, free from pollution. We are transforming environmental action through citizen science - digitally, via the Planet Patrol app, and on the ground through our fantastic network of volunteers. Together, we gather vital evidence of water and litter pollution to inform critical policy change and hold polluters to account.
Right now, we’re at an exciting point of growth as we prepare to launch the UK’s most comprehensive citizen-led water testing programme. This nationwide initiative will empower volunteers to collect valuable data, highlight the true state of our rivers, and drive accountability before it’s too late. The findings will directly inform reports and environmental research, driving real change.
Our volunteers are the heart of Planet Patrol. Without them, this crucial data could not be captured. As a Community Leader, you’ll play a vital role in galvanising this network of volunteers - raising awareness, building presence in your local community, and coordinating resources to support our mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Media & Communications Director will play a pivotal role in developing communication strategies to enhance awareness and recognition of mountain rescue and the teams within the UK, and supporting internal communication to enable effective dissemination of information and news for Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW), supporting 47 active mountain rescue teams across the region. This voluntary position is responsible for devising and implementing a robust plan, working alongside a range of partners and colleagues.
Reporting to the CEO, the person will need to contribute to the MREW’s overall future strategy. There will be a need to understand the MR structure and to have the ability to work as part of the MREW Senior Management Team, and alongside trustees, liaison team, regional structure and local teams.
Mountain Rescue England & Wales (MREW) is a voluntary organisation that provides mountain rescue services 24/7, 365 days a year, and offers support to communities during other crises. It consists of 47 independent volunteer search and rescue teams that operate across eight geographical areas. The organisation serves as the national body to represent the whole organisation, acting as an advisory body, linking with partner organisations and helping to standardise training and share information.
Objectives
The overarching activities for this role are:
- Development of external communication to a wide range of outdoor enthusiasts and ‘new explorers’ taking an interest in the great outdoors.
- Leadership of a small team plus the wider Media and Communications Network (MCN) of MR volunteers to develop and deliver a Media and Communications Strategy and programme of activity
- Publications and online communications (all social media)
- Website development
- Development of key messages, inc. support to MREW spokespeople (messages, materials and training) to enable effective stakeholder communications.
- Leading and planning for effective reactive communications in challenging situations, including issues management, messaging and spokesperson briefing.
- Liaison with external partners (PR, Magazine Editor, Public Affairs), relevant media and stakeholders, including a process for responding to incoming enquiries and interview requests and a process for planning proactive media activities.
- Development of key messages inc. safety messaging
- The development of effective Internal communications to support knowledge of MREW and to enable consistency of message from the family of Teams.
- Represent MREW at relevant external meetings.
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to foster trust and accurately represent MREW’s mission and goals.
- Ability to work alongside colleagues and manage competing priorities.
- Creativity, imagination and intuition.
- Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
- Good organisational and project management skills.
- An ability to develop, negotiate and work within a financial budget.
- A strategic approach to the reputational management of mountain rescue in England and Wales (at all levels).
- Knowledge and understanding of the various forms of media, including broadcast and print, digital and social, so as to be able to meet their differing needs and ensure that there is a clear process for the handling of approaches or enquiries to MREW from outside media organisations, agencies or individuals.
Personal Attributes
- The ability to lead and motivate a team that combines volunteer and professional roles and that covers a range of disciplines, skills and platforms.
- Capable of working under pressure, within constraints and meeting deadlines.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally, based on integrity and trust.
- The ability to delegate to others, engaging and involving appropriate support from the wider network.
- Strong personal creativity, imagination and intuition in dealing with challenges, opportunities and people.
- A proactive attitude, with the drive and enthusiasm to initiate and carry out projects to conclusion, involving others, on time and on budget.
- Resilience, particularly when faced with challenges, uncertainty and setbacks.
Management responsibilities:
- To contribute to the management of MREW through regular business meetings, ensuring that the media and communications aspects of activity are considered in planning and decision-making.
- To ensure all network members are treated fairly, in line with MREW policies and also its mission and values.
- To develop an approach to the sustainability of the Media and Communications function, including succession planning for key roles and the strengthening of the dispersed network.
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter with a proactive attitude, drive and enthusiasm to carry out projects to conclusion. You will need to demonstrate commitment to the mission and cause of the charity.
Qualifications
- Essential to this role is an awareness of the internal character of MR and the external environment in which it operates, and an ability to identify and anticipate communications priorities.
- Practical experience in a media or communications management role is also desirable, for instance, such as journalism, PR, marketing, or online media.
- An ability to plan proactive media and communications activities and to develop ways of measuring their effectiveness.
- Experience of issues and crisis management, enabling anticipation and support to management and others on the development of plans, messages and position statements.
Additional notes
- To work with the CEO to plan for future activity and to ensure that a planned communications approach is developed.
- To ensure all committee members are treated fairly through MREW Equal Opportunities Policy.
- To work with other national teams to release internal communications, press statements and support campaigns as required.
- This is a voluntary role within MREW, elected annually; it is expected that the applicant will serve a term of 5 years, with a possible extension of a further 5 years if desired.
- Travel during the working day may be required, with occasional absence from home overnight, as meetings with partners, colleagues, and other stakeholders may cover a large geographical area. Out-of-pocket expenses can be reclaimed in line with the MREW Expenses Policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
PDA Society are excited to share that we are looking for 2 new Trustees to join our board.
Trustees play a key role in providing strategic direction, oversight, and support to ensure that the PDA Society continues to grow sustainably and deliver real impact for the community we serve.
Following the retirement of two Trustees we’re keen to broaden the range of skills and experiences represented. Our work is guided by people with lived experience, and our Board of Trustees plays a central role in shaping our strategy and ensuring that our values are embedded across everything we do.
Appointments are made on merit, and we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive Board that truly reflects the communities we serve.
We particularly welcome applications from anyone who has experienced marginalisation due to their race or religion, as these voices are currently underrepresented on our Board.
This is a voluntary position, and Trustees are not remunerated, although reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Trustees are appointed for an initial 3-year term.
Our mission is to improve the lives of PDA children, PDA adults and their families. We are working hard to build awareness and understanding.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic volunteer to join our Communications and Marketing team of volunteer professionals.
We are looking to appoint someone who has 7 or more years of professional experience in either Communications and Marketing and who has some experience of leading or / and managing a team in a Communications and Marketing environment.
Reports to: Head of Communications & Marketing
Core duties and responsibilities
- To take part in department wide management and leadership activities
- To provide practical assistance to the Head of Department
- To support the planning of department activities
- To take on line management roles as assigned
- To provide effective supervision and guidance to other volunteers as delegated
- To work with the Head of Department to support progress and performance in relation to departmental activities to be undertaken
- To oversee departmental tasks
- To provide support and additional capacity with regards to progress of departmental relevant tasks
Requirements
- At least 7 or more years of relevant experience.
- Some experience (ideally 2 or more years) of managing or leading a team.
- To have some understanding of managing volunteers.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- IT literacy with own equipment (laptop and phone)
- Ability to work well in a team.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
- Previous volunteering experience or experience in any kind of start up desirable
- Right to volunteer in the UK
Benefits
- This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
- Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
- Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We our looking to urgently hire 2 Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers - London to join our team in the mission of raising awareness about neurodiversity and be a part of making an impact in the growing movement of neuroacceptance through their contributions.(To start on January 2nd 2026)
The Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteer will be well supported by the Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics and there will be opportunities for CPD in Neuordiversity.
**PERFECT HYBRID (80% Online, 20% In-person throughout whole year) SENIOR CHARITY VOLUNTEER JOB THAT CAN BE DONE IN A FLEXIBLE MANNER THAT WORKS AROUND YOUR SCHEDULE. – ONLY A RANGE OF 1 HOUR – 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES OF YOUR TIME PER MONTH CUMULATIVELY FOR THE ROLE (See monthly hours in Month-by-Month Job breakdown)*
**ROLE EXTREMELY SUITABLE FOR SOMEONE HOPING TO SEEK A REFERENCE EVIDENCING TEAMWORKING, RESPONSIBILITY, RELIABILITY AND CREATIVE THINKING FOR FUTURE JOB APPLICATIONS**
**ROLE EXTREMELY SUITABLE FOR SOMEONE KEEN TO BE INVOLVED IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE TO THE NEURODIVERSE COMMUNITY AND KEEN TO HAVE STRUCTURED TRAINING IN THEIR OWN KNOLWEDGE ABOUT NEURODIVERSITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION **
CONTRACT LENGTH: JANUARY 2nd , 2026 – DECEMBER 31st, 2026 (Open to 2 Further Fixed-term Annual Renewals)
Key responsibilities
· To work with the organisation on a remote flexi-time monthly basis to complete tasks (with assistance from our Head of Fundraising & Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics with task delegation and organising) which could include the following:
(i) Training: Attend Online training events on Neurodiversity during January, February, March, April, May, June, and September
(ii) Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic Planning Meeting: Online meet with Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers, Deputy Head of Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising and Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics to plan for London University Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics during February, September and October
(iii) Crowdfunding Planning Meeting: Online meet with Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers, Deputy Head of Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising and Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics to plan for remote approaches to crowdfund for the charity during March
(iv) Leafletting Planning Meeting: Attend an Online meet with fellow Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers and Deputy Head of Neurodiveristy Awareness Fundraising to plan London location and strategy for leafletting during April
(v) Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic: Co-deliver a 1-hour-30-minute In-Person Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic in a London University informing attenders of neurodiversity in higher education and signposting to appropriate sources and sectors. This event is also a fundraising event to generate extra funds to the charity. Street clinics will be run March, October and November
(vi) Marketing Team Liaison: Have an online meeting with one of the Marketing Interns to give key highlights and photos from the Street Clinic in March
(vii) Crowdfunding Month: Reach remotely out to friends, family, and/or work colleagues to encourage donations to the charity in April
(viii) Leafletting: In-person: Select a location in London to distribute leaflets through people’s doors in May
Month-by-Month Breakdown of Jobs
Please see the Pdfs attached to see how each month is divided.
NOTE 1:
All successful applicants will be sent an e-mail to confirm a 45-minute slot to be interviewed via Zoom by 2 members of the Charity team. Interviews to take place on evening or weekend slots between Friday 21st November – Sunday 7th December
NOTE 2:
All successful applicants will be given a “convincing pitch” task were you will be asked to prepare a 2 minute speech trying to convince the target audience to donate to a cause you are passionate about as part of the interview process. The details of the task will be sent to the applicants successful for the interview stage.
To increase acceptance and awareness of neurodiversity through public education and training Neurodiversity Youth Advocates
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We our looking to urgently hire a Deputy Head of Neurodiversity Awarenss Fundraising to join our team in the mission of raising awareness about neurodiversity and be a part of making an impact in the growing movement of neuroacceptance through their contributions.(To start on January 2nd 2026)
The Deputy Head will be well supported by the Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics and there will be opportunities for CPD in Neuordiversity.
**PERFECT HYBRID (85% Online, 15% In-person throughout whole year) SENIOR CHARITY VOLUNTEER JOB THAT CAN BE DONE IN A FLEXIBLE MANNER THAT WORKS AROUND YOUR SCHEDULE. – ONLY A RANGE OF 30 MINUITES – 5 HOURS OF YOUR TIME PER MONTH CUMULATIVELY FOR THE ROLE (See monthly hours in Month-by-Month Job breakdown)*
**ROLE EXTREMELY SUITABLE FOR SOMEONE LOOKING FOR EVIDENCE OF LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR FUTURE JOB APPLICATIONS**
**ROLE EXTREMELY SUITABLE FOR SOMEONE KEEN TO BE INVOLVED IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE TO THE NEURODIVERSE COMMUNITY AND KEEN TO HAVE STRUCTURED TRAINING IN THEIR OWN KNOLWEDGE ABOUT NEURODIVERSITY IN HIGHER EDUCATION **
CONTRACT LENGTH: JANUARY 2nd , 2026 – DECEMBER 31st, 2026 (Open to 2 Further Fixed-term Annual Renewals)
Key responsibilities
· To work with the organisation on a remote flexi-time monthly basis to complete tasks (with assistance from our Head of Fundraising & Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics with task delegation and organising) which could include the following:
(i) Training: Attend Online training events on Neurodiversity during January, March, April, May, June, and September
(ii) Training Development & Delivery: Design a 30 minute online training session which would be delivered to the team of Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers in February
(iii) Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic Planning Meeting: Online meet with Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers and Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics to plan for London University Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics during February, September and October
(iv) Crowdfunding Planning Meeting: Online meet with Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers and Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinics to plan for remote approaches to crowdfund for the charity during March
(v) Leafletting Planning Meeting: Lead an Online meet with Neurodiversity Awareness Fundraising Volunteers to plan London location and strategy for leafletting during April and September
(vi) Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic: Co-deliver and lead a 1-hour-30-minute In-Person Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic in a London University informing attenders of neurodiversity in higher education and signposting to appropriate sources and sectors. This event is also a fundraising event to generate extra funds to the charity. Street clinics will be run March, October and November
(vii) Debrief Admin: Type up the debrief review of the delivered Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic to send to Head of Fundraising and Neurodiversity Awareness Street Clinic in March, October and November
(viii) Marketing Team Liaison: Have an online meeting with one of the Marketing Interns to give key highlights and photos from the Street Clinic in November
(ix) Crowdfunding Month: Reach remotely out to friends, family, and/or work colleagues to encourage donations to the charity in April
(x) Leafletting: In-person: Select a location in London to distribute leaflets through people’s doors in September
(xi) Fundraising Strategy Review Meeting: Work with our Head of Fundraising and Street Clinics to review our yearly fundraising events & Crowdfunding Strategy Plan in May.
(xii) Submitting Funding Application: With “On-Call” support from the Head of Fundraising research and submit at least 1 fundraising application for the charity in June
Month-by-Month Breakdown of Jobs
Please see the Pdf attached to see how each month is divided.
NOTE 1:
All successful applicants will be sent an e-mail to confirm a 45-minute slot to be interviewed via Zoom by 2 members of the Charity team. Interviews to take place on evening or weekend slots between Friday 21st November – Sunday 7th December
NOTE 2:
All successful applicants will be given a “convincing pitch” task were you will be asked to prepare a 2 minute speech trying to convince the target audience to donate to a cause you are passionate about as part of the interview process. The details of the task will be sent to the applicants successful for the interview stage.
To increase acceptance and awareness of neurodiversity through public education and training Neurodiversity Youth Advocates
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.