Volunteer roles

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

• Attend local community events to share Planet Patrol’s mission and opportunities available to take action through citizen science ~1 per month. 

• 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! 

• Share feedback and impactful stories with the Planet Patrol team to help shape future campaigns and amplify the voices of our volunteers. 

• Advocate for change - act as a voice for your community by raising awareness and engaging with local powerholders on environmental issues.

• Build towards organising your own community events and working with the team to support with event logistics and coordination. 

Qualities & Skills

Essential

• Passion for environmental action and community involvement.

• Good knowledge of environmental initiatives in your area.

• Confident, friendly communicator - comfortable speaking publicly and encouraging participation in our litter picks and water testing activities. 

• Self-motivated and IT literate - comfortable staying in touch remotely.

• Organised and can manage time efficiently.

• Committed to ~2 hrs/week for at least 6 months.

Desirable

• Experience in public speaking or communications.

• Ability to use social media and capture content effectively. 

What we’re offering 

• Opportunity to build your environmental experience and contribute to a national movement of change-makers.

• Project ownership of an important, visible community role.

• References for job applications and a recommendation on LinkedIn to boost your profile. 

• Opportunity to participate in paddleboarding events in your community, free of charge. 

• Being part of a mission-driven non-profit, that prides itself on creating a supportive environment for volunteers. 

• Offer to attend an online volunteer gathering during your tenure to meet other Community Leaders and members from the Planet Patrol Team. 

• 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

REMIX is a brand new, dynamic UK youth charity launching in London, focused on transforming the lives of young people aged 11-26 from deprived areas, initially across Hackney, Tower Hamlets, and Southwark. We believe that postcode shouldn't determine potential.

Our mission is to REMIX young people's lives by providing targeted Mentoring, essential Life Skills, and powerful Personal Development programmes. We are building momentum and need striking, professional visual assets to convey our mission, attract crucial funding, and recruit programme participants and volunteers.

The Role: Remixing Our Visual Identity

We are seeking a talented and passionate Graphic Designer to join our founding team. You will be instrumental in translating our powerful mission into compelling visual assets that elevate our profile and help us secure vital support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a charity's visual identity from the ground up, create a significant portfolio of work for a worthy cause, and make a tangible impact on social mobility in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Asset Creation: Designing graphics for ongoing campaigns, including volunteer recruitment, fundraising drives, and programme promotion across social media (Instagram, X, LinkedIn).

• Print Collateral: Designing professional, branded assets such as:

  • Roller Banners for events and outreach.

  • Posters and Flyers for programme promotion in the target boroughs.

  • Programme Booklets and Workbooks (layout design).

• Brand Consistency: Working with the founding team to ensure all visual materials adhere to the nascent REMIX brand guidelines (colour palette, tone, logo use).

• Design Consultation: Offering creative input on the best visual approach for communicating complex social mobility facts and programme concepts clearly and engagingly.

What We Are Looking For

• Design Proficiency: Strong demonstrable skills in graphic design, with proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or similar tools like Canva Pro).

• Portfolio: A portfolio or examples of previous work demonstrating strong typography, layout, and visual communication skills.

• Reliability: The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and meet agreed-upon deadlines within a flexible schedule.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills to take briefs and provide creative updates remotely.

• Passion: A genuine passion for youth development, social mobility, and the mission of REMIX. Experience working with youth or community organisations is a bonus, but not essential.

Why Volunteer with REMIX?

• High Impact: Your designs will directly contribute to securing donations and volunteers, enabling our programmes to run and directly changing young lives.

• Build a Legacy: Be one of the founding volunteers, helping to establish the visual foundation for a major new London charity.

• Portfolio Boost: Gain substantial experience creating high-impact assets for a professional charity, perfect for enhancing your portfolio.

• Flexible Working: Complete your tasks remotely on a schedule that fits around your existing commitments.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your portfolio via this website.

REMIX

Youth Charity

Volunteer Role: Graphic Designer

SUNSHINE Charity (London)

We created SUNSHINE to tackle the loneliness problem head-on. Our mission is simple: to bring people together, spread joy and community spirit, and deliver services and support to those living with loneliness. We do this by:

• Fostering Connections: We create safe and welcoming spaces where people can meet, chat, and form genuine friendships.

• Enhancing Wellbeing: Our activities are designed to be fun and engaging, lifting spirits and promoting a positive outlook.

• 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 world where everyone feels connected, valued, and a part of a vibrant, compassionate community.

Our Values

• Joy: We believe in the power of happiness to change lives.

• Connection: We create bridges, not walls.

• Community: We are a family, united by a shared mission.

• Empathy: We listen, we understand, and we care.

Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per week (project-based, flexible scheduling to meet deadlines).

Location: Remote/home-based.

Reports To: Charity Director/Programme Manager (for project briefing and sign-off).

Role Purpose

To provide high-quality, professional design support across all of SUNSHINE's channels. The Graphic Designer ensures that the charity's brand identity (visuals, tone, and warmth) is consistently applied to all digital and print materials, helping us to recruit volunteers, attract partners, and engage participants.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and Production:

• Conceptualise, design, and produce diverse digital and print assets, including but not limited to:

  • Recruitment Materials: Volunteer role advertisements, flyers, and information leaflets.

  • Programme Assets: Posters, booklets, and promotional material for the Digital Inclusion and Wellbeing Programmes.

  • Events & Outreach: Roller banners, branded tablecloth designs, and social media graphics for events (e.g., Coffee Mornings).

  • Internal Templates: Creating standardised templates (e.g., presentation slides, letterheads) to ensure brand consistency across all teams.

• Support Brand Development: Ensure all creative work is aligned with SUNSHINE's established style guide, fonts, colour palette, and the core feeling of Joy, Warmth, and Community Spirit.

2. Collaboration and Delivery:

• Work closely with the Programme Manager and Charity Director to understand the specific communication goals and target audiences for each project.

• Deliver assets in the correct formats (e.g., print-ready PDF, web-optimised JPEG/PNG) and on agreed-upon deadlines.

• Manage and maintain a digital library of all completed design assets and source files.

3. Adaptability and Innovation:

• Be prepared to adapt designs for various mediums and platforms (e.g., resizing a poster for an Instagram Story).

• Proactively suggest innovative visual ideas to improve SUNSHINE's communications and cut through the noise in the crowded London non-profit landscape.

Skills and Experience Required

• Essential:

  • Proficiency in Design Software: Expert-level command of industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or equivalent platforms like Canva Pro).

  • Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating versatility in both print and digital media design.

  • Attention to Detail: Meticulous eye for typography, layout, colour, and pre-press checks.

  • Remote Collaboration: Ability to work independently, manage a project queue, and communicate progress effectively using digital tools.

• Desirable:

  • Experience working with a non-profit, charity, or community organisation.

  • Understanding of accessibility standards in design.

Next Steps to Apply

If you are a talented designer passionate about using your skills to combat loneliness and bring "sunshine" to the community, please submit your CV and a link to your online design portfolio. Please also include a brief note on how you would visually represent the concept of 'Warmth' in a logo or poster design.

SUNSHINE

Loneliness Charity in London

Charity Director (VOLUNTEER ROLE)

SUNSHINE Charity (London)

We created SUNSHINE to tackle the loneliness problem head-on. Our mission is simple: to bring people together, spread joy and community spirit, and deliver services and support to those living with loneliness. We do this by:

• Fostering Connections: We create safe and welcoming spaces where people can meet, chat, and form genuine friendships.

• Enhancing Wellbeing: Our activities are designed to be fun and engaging, lifting spirits and promoting a positive outlook.

• 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 world where everyone feels connected, valued, and a part of a vibrant, compassionate community.

Our Values

• Joy: We believe in the power of happiness to change lives.

• Connection: We create bridges, not walls.

• Community: We are a family, united by a shared mission.

• Empathy: We listen, we understand, and we care.

Commitment: Approximately 5 hours per week (flexible, but requires regular availability for strategic meetings and critical decision-making).

Location: Primarily remote/home-based, with regular attendance at Board meetings and key London events.

Reports To: The Board of Trustees (Chair).

Role Purpose

The Charity Director is the operational and strategic lead of SUNSHINE. This individual is responsible for translating the Board of Trustees’ vision into action, providing executive leadership, ensuring the charity's financial viability, and overseeing the effective delivery of programmes to combat loneliness in London.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership and Direction:

• Work closely with the Board of Trustees to develop and execute the 3-year strategic plan for SUNSHINE's growth and impact in London.

• Act as the primary interface between the Board and the operational volunteers/staff, reporting on performance, risks, and strategic milestones.

• Ensure all activities align with SUNSHINE's mission and core values of Joy, Warmth, and Community Spirit.

2. Operations and Programme Delivery:

• Oversee the effective design, implementation, and evaluation of SUNSHINE's events and activities.

• Ensure robust volunteer management systems (recruitment, training, support, retention) are maintained and adhered to.

• Maintain oversight of all administrative and logistical functions to ensure smooth, high-quality service delivery.

3. Financial Sustainability and Fundraising:

• Develop and manage the annual operating budget, ensuring responsible financial management and reporting to the Board.

• Lead the income generation strategy, including identifying, cultivating, and securing major grants, corporate partnerships, and individual donors.

• Act as the primary spokesperson to funders, partners, and stakeholders.

4. Governance and Compliance:

• Ensure SUNSHINE complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, including those set by the Charity Commission and relevant UK laws (e.g., GDPR, safeguarding).

• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding are met across all operations and activities.

Person Specification

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Leadership Track Record: Proven experience in a senior management or leadership role, preferably within the non-profit or community sector.

• Strategic Planning: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute complex strategic plans and budgets.

• Fundraising/Income Generation: Experience securing significant grants or developing successful funding streams.

• Governance Understanding: Strong understanding of charity governance, compliance, and legal responsibilities in the UK.

• Interpersonal Excellence: Exceptional communication, influencing, and networking skills, comfortable acting as the public face of the charity.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in a start-up or scale-up environment.

• Knowledge of the social care, mental health, or loneliness sectors in London.

• Experience managing and mentoring volunteers or staff.

Next Steps to Apply

This is a high-impact, influential role critical to SUNSHINE's success. Interested candidates should submit a CV and a detailed covering letter outlining their strategic vision for the first year of SUNSHINE, addressing the key responsibilities.

SUNSHINE

Loneliness Charity in London

Help shape the future of CCS Adoption and make a lasting difference to children and families.

CCS Adoption is seeking a passionate and skilled individual to join our Board of Trustees. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a charity that has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted for 14 years and continues to deliver life-changing services for children and families.

Why Join Us?

As a Trustee, you’ll play a vital role in guiding our strategy, ensuring strong governance, and supporting our mission to find loving, permanent homes for children who need them. You’ll join a committed and experienced Board and work alongside a dedicated team.

What We’re Looking For

Our recent skills audit highlighted a need for expertise in:

• Marketing and fundraising – to help raise awareness and secure resources.
• Business and strategic insight – to strengthen our long-term vision.

However, if you bring passion, integrity, and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Prior trustee experience is not required—we’ll provide support and guidance to help you succeed. We are especially keen to ensure our Board reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Your Role

As a Trustee, you will:

• Work collectively with fellow Trustees to govern the charity.
• Contribute your skills and perspective to strategic decision-making.
• Champion our mission and values.

Checks and Compliance
As part of our commitment to safe and fair recruitment, all trustee appointments are subject to appropriate checks. This includes identity verification, reference checks, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Trustees must also confirm eligibility under charity law and complete a declaration of interests to ensure transparency and integrity.

Next Steps

Visit our website to download our:

• Trustee Information Pack
• Trustee Role Description

To apply, please submit:

• Completed application form
• Your CV
• Equal opportunities monitoring form

We welcome enquiries about this role, please contact us if you'd like to learn more before submitting your application.

Volunteer Role: Graphic Designer & Brand Guardian (Remote, UK)

Help MINDSET Charity Establish a Recognised Visual Identity

MINDSET Charity is a new UK organisation dedicated to supporting men on their mental wellbeing and self-improvement journey. We are building a powerful community through activities, events, and projects that bring men together and offer a non-judgemental space to learn and grow.

To achieve national recognition and trust, we need a strong, professional, and consistent visual brand. We are seeking a talented Graphic Designer who can help us elevate our image from the ground up.

The Opportunity: Define Our Look

We have an initial logo concept created using AI, but we need a professional touch to refine it, ensure it's print/web-ready, and establish the visual rules for our brand. This role can be a high-impact, one-off project or an ongoing, flexible commitment.

Your Key Responsibilities

Phase 1: Foundational Brand Development (Crucial One-Off Project)

• Logo Refinement: Take our AI-generated logo concept and professionally refine it (e.g., finalise vectors, colour codes, spacing, and ensure scalability).

• Brand Guidelines: Create a comprehensive, easy-to-use Brand Guide that sets the rules for all future communications. This must include:

  • Primary and secondary colour palettes (with HEX, RGB, and CMYK codes).

  • Typography guidelines (web and print fonts).

  • Logo usage (clear space, minimum size, approved variations).

  • Imagery style and tone.

Phase 2: Ongoing Design Support (If Interested)

• Digital Content: Design compelling social media assets (posts, stories, profile banners), website banners, and branded imagery.

• Print Materials: Develop professional print materials, including event roller banners, information booklets/brochures, and promotional flyers.

• Templates: Create branded templates (e.g., for presentations, emails, and simple documents) for the wider team to use.

Your Essential Skills & Tools

• Design Proficiency: Expert knowledge of design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or equivalent professional tools).

• Brand Expertise: Experience in developing or working with corporate/charity brand guidelines.

• Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating clean, professional design work and an eye for modern, accessible aesthetics.

• Remote Ready: Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively via email/video calls.

• Mission Alignment: An understanding of and passion for the mission of supporting men's mental wellbeing is highly desirable.

Why Volunteer with MINDSET Charity?

• Build a Brand: This is a chance to put your mark on a brand from its infancy and create the visual identity that will be seen nationwide.

• Flexible Commitment: Choose whether you want to focus solely on the crucial Brand Guide project or join us for ongoing, flexible support that fits your schedule.

• Purpose: Use your creative skills to directly impact a charity dedicated to addressing a vital social issue.

If you are ready to design the look of our national movement, we want to hear from you!

To Apply: Please send a brief email outlining your interest, your commitment preference (one-off or ongoing), and a link to your online portfolio.

MINDSET Charity

Supporting Men Through Their Mental Wellbeing and Self Improvement

Create Hope is a therapeutic service that provides emotional and mental health support to children, young people, and families. Our goal is to offer a safe space where individuals can explore their feelings, build resilience, and self-awareness through creative and relational approaches.

Our therapeutic services include:
● Play & Creative Therapy
● Systemic Family Therapy
● Person-Centred or Integrative Adult Counselling
● NVR Therapy
● Couples Therapy
● Workshops for parents/carers

As Volunteer Admin Support, you play a key role in enabling these services to happen smoothly by ensuring the background systems and processes are managed well.

Your Role as Volunteer Admin Support

Responsibilities:
● Updating and maintaining client and referral information on Salesforce (training provided)
● Preparing and sending standard emails, agreements, and communication
● Assisting with filing, scanning, and organising paperwork
● Supporting with data entry and record-keeping for monitoring and evaluation
● Helping prepare resources and materials for therapy sessions or events
● Ensuring all records are handled securely and in line with confidentiality requirements

Time Commitment:
We ask that volunteers offer a regular commitment of a few hours each week. This can be flexible and, in some cases, carried out from home.

Location:
Tasks may take place at our Bracknell office or remotely, depending on the type of support being given.

Support & Training

We want to ensure you feel equipped and supported in your role. As Volunteer Admin Support, you will have access to:
● Induction and training on Create Hope systems (including Salesforce and GDPR requirements)
● Ongoing supervision and support from the Create Hope team
● Opportunities to develop new admin and organisational skills
● Being part of a supportive and friendly community
If you ever need additional support, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

All volunteers must adhere to Create Hope’s Safeguarding and confidentiality policies.

We are thrilled to welcome a Digital Marketing Manager to work alongside our Operational Director and our marketing Team at a pivotal time for our charity.

About Us

After a challenging period of inactivity due to the impacts of Covid, we are excited to embark on a new chapter, as we are ready to restart our activities in 2025 and to develop our projects and create a positive impact in our community.

This is a unique opportunity for those eager to be part of a project evolving from its early stages to the launching of new initiatives. The volunteer will have ample opportunity to learn about charity structure, develop skills within the third sector, grow with the charity and see the results of their work as the charity develops. Please, visit our website to read more about us before applying. 

What this position entails

The Digital Marketing Manager will be responsible for formulating our digital marketing strategy, including digital fundraising strategy, guiding the content creation team, and managing the brand voice, while also laying a solid marketing foundation for the organisation.

Collaborating with the operational director and the content creators, the manager will lead the crafting of our organisational strategic plan to implement marketing initiatives. This role involves developing our brand, enhancing communication and our online visibility, as well as providing robust support to the fundraising team in reaching our fundraising objectives by optimising digital presence, events and grant applications.

The ideal candidate should be capable of working autonomously, leading all facets of our marketing efforts, and managing a team. We seek a professional with experience in start-ups who can develop a brand from its inception and navigate budget limitations using free tools.

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• Proficient in Digital Marketing plan development and execution
• Manage content creation with our assistants' support
• Brand management
• Manage engaging content for social media and fundraising campaigns
• Maintain brand consistency across all platforms and act as a brand guardian
• Social media and digital marketing
• Track performance metrics and optimise strategies for improved reach and effectiveness
• Ensure alignment between marketing campaigns and fundraising initiatives.
• Develop a framework for expanding the marketing function as the charity grows
• Identify and implement process improvements and new initiatives to support charity growth.
• Ability to manage a team.

Who should apply:

• A senior marketing professional (3 years + of experience) with solid all-around marketing experience.
• A digital marketing manager keen to bring their ideas to the table or a marketing executive seeking a step up into a marketing manager's job
• Strategic experience
• Ability to work with limited resources
• Those looking to help lead the development and growth of our charity
• Solution-focused with good interpersonal skills.
• Logical in approach, influential and able to develop creative solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels, including active listening

What difference will you make?

By getting involved you will gain:

• A chance to expand your skills in charity strategic operations.
• This is an excellent opportunity for professionals eager to utilise their talents to address community needs and contribute to reducing inequality.

Before you apply

Please send your CV and cover letter demonstrating your relevant experience and why you would like to get involved with our charity. Unfortunately, we won't accept applications without a cover letter stating why you wish to volunteer with us. 

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Interviews will be scheduled as the applications come in.

Thank you! 

Volunteer Graphic Designer: Brand Architect Wanted!

Ignite Youth East London - Your Creative Canvas Awaits!

Are you a visionary designer ready to ignite a brand that truly inspires young people?

Ignite Youth East London is launching a dynamic new youth club, and we have an incredible opportunity for a talented Volunteer Graphic Designer to craft our visual identity. We have an exciting AI-generated logo concept, 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!

The Volunteer Role: Shape Our Visual Spark!

This is a high-impact, project-based role where you will be instrumental in defining how Ignite Youth looks and feels to our community. You'll work closely with the Trustee Board to:

• Logo Refinement: Take our existing AI-generated logo concept and develop it into a polished, professional, and versatile final design.

• Brand Guidelines: Create a comprehensive set of brand guidelines, 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)

• Essential Asset Design: Develop templates for core materials such as:

  • Social media post templates (various platforms)

  • Simple flyer/poster templates

  • Basic website graphic elements

  • Letterhead/email signature concepts

Who Are We Looking For?

• Design Maestro: Proven experience in graphic design, branding, and identity creation (student portfolios welcome!).

• Software Pro: Expert proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign; Figma, etc.).

• Youth-Savvy: A keen eye for modern design trends that resonate with young people (ages 11-18).

• Collaborator: Strong communication skills, able to translate concepts into visuals and incorporate feedback.

• Portfolio Powerhouse: A strong online portfolio showcasing your branding and logo design capabilities.

• Passionate: Excited to use your creative talents to make a tangible difference in the East London community.

Why Volunteer Your Design Skills with Ignite Youth?

• Build from Scratch: The incredible opportunity to define the entire visual personality of a new, impactful charity.

• High-Profile Project: Add a significant, purpose-driven branding project to your portfolio.

• Creative Freedom: While working with an initial concept, you'll have ample scope to bring your vision to life.

• Community Impact: Your work will directly inspire and attract young people to a positive new space.

• Professional Reference: Receive a strong reference from the Founding Trustee Board upon project completion.

Ready to IGNITE Our Brand?

If you're a designer who loves a challenge and wants to create a brand that truly shines, we can't wait to see your work!

APPLY NOW! Send your CV and a link to your online design portfolio.

Design the future. Inspire a generation!