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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organisations, at work in more than 40 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas and Europe, helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions.
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to deliver funding, policy and practice change, and programming. We are dedicated to supporting people across the arc of crisis – from conflict to refuge to resettlement – and since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in the UK. We aim to centre the voice of our clients in all our work, including by working with a Community Advisory Board of 12 refugees and asylum seekers in the UK to ensure their experience and expertise shapes our UK programmes.
IRC UK’s Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees are responsible for overall good governance of IRC UK and supporting us to deliver against our strategic plan in areas such as programmes, fundraising, policy and advocacy, communications, people and culture, finance and operations. As of May 2026, we have 11 Trustees with a broad range of experience and expertise across areas relevant to IRC UK’s work, ensuring as a collective they can perform their strategic, supervisory and governance duties well.
The roles
In 2025, we saw a dramatic collapse in international aid and a retreat from global cooperation, despite unprecedented levels of humanitarian need. This trend is continuing at pace in 2026 with rapidly escalating global conflict amplified by climate change and entrenched poverty. In the UK, we are working to protect the rights of refugees in an increasingly challenging media and political environment.
In this context, we are seeking two new Trustees to lend skills and expertise in areas which we have identified as critical to strengthening the Board’s capability for the years ahead. These will replace Trustees nearing the ends of their terms. The successful candidate(s) will have:
Essential experience:
· Senior leadership experience within a complex international and matrix-structured organisation (charity, NGO, public, private);
· Strong leadership skills, and the ability to support and challenge executive leadership (including the ability to think critically and ask the right questions);
· Strong cross-cultural awareness and a commitment to role-modelling and advancing diversity, equality and inclusion;
· High standards of integrity and accountability;
· Ability to understand and interpret complex information pertaining to IRC UK’s financial position, risk and performance;
· Ability to work collaboratively with others; and
· An interest and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to successfully deliver this role.
Desirable experience:
· Experience in or understanding of the international development or UK charity sector;
· Experience operating at Board or equivalent strategic level;
· Strong networks and willingness to make connections which advance IRC UK’s charitable purpose, particularly in high-value fundraising.
We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who can demonstrate any of the following:
The mission of the IRC is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster.



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A growing women’s empowerment social enterprise in Uganda is seeking a volunteer accountant to strengthen budgeting, cashflow forecasting and financial systems.
The organisation supports over 300 women artisans, including single mothers, widows and teenage mothers, through vocational training and income generating opportunities linked to handmade crafts.
As international sales opportunities grow, the organisation wants to ensure its finance processes remain practical, sustainable and fit for purpose.
The volunteer will work with the Founder and Managing Director to review internal processes and controls, support effective use of Zoho Books, review the chart of accounts, improve budgeting and cashflow forecasting, develop simple management reporting tools and support audit preparation.
This would suit a hands on volunteer comfortable working closely with a small local team.
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Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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This voluntary role is a great opportunity if one of the following applies to you:
Interested in the International Development sector and want to gain some quality, office-based experience to add to your CV and help you get a foot in the door?
Keen to make a difference and gain experience as part of an award-winning charity with a global reach? We help young people in over 100 countries!
Passionate about education as a force for fighting youth unemployment worldwide?
Interested in entrepreneurship and start-ups, particularly as a method of fighting poverty?
A little bit about us:
Teach A Man To Fish is an international educational charity with one all-encompassing mission: to empower young people with the skills they need to succeed in school, work and life. We use our school-business model to guide young people and their teachers in the planning and setting up of student-led school businesses that are both educational and profitable. Since 2006, we have supported over 438,000 young people and trained 19,000 teachers through our programmes to set up school businesses which have generated more than $2,000,000 in income! In 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic affecting schools worldwide, we launched a new programme: the Enterprise Adventure, a free mobile app for teenagers who want to learn about business and have a positive impact on their community.
The role:
We are looking for one or two volunteers to support the work of our International Programmes team. The ideal candidate will be available to volunteer for 15 hours per week for at least 3 months (ideally more). If you are based in London, you are welcome to volunteer from our office in Finsbury Park, otherwise you may volunteer from home if you prefer.
You will have the opportunity to get involved with a wide variety of tasks depending on your skills, interests and the time of the year. These include but are not limited to:
Helping to deliver our marketing strategy (e.g. social media content creation, website updates, carrying out research to increase our reach)
Helping to deliver our communications and engagement strategy to programme participants (liaising with and engaging young people and teachers through newsletters, blog posts, social media, videos and WhatsApp)
Supporting with designing educational materials and thinking of business quizzes (knowledge-based and trivia-based)
Supporting with coordinating the review of School Enterprise Challenge, the Enterprise Adventure and the Trash To Cash Challenge submissions and sending feedback and certificates
Contributing to the Monitoring & Evaluation of the programmes through data analysis to inform donor reports and programme improvements
Gathering and analysing feedback from programme participants (for example through surveys and ‘user testing’ sessions on Zoom)
The successful candidate(s) will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a positive can-do attitude, with lots of initiative.
In return, Teach A Man To Fish can offer a stimulating environment with plenty of opportunity to learn more about the development sector and the operations of a small international NGO with a large reach. With all our volunteer placements we try to tailor work to the candidates' areas of interest and provide valuable career guidance and advice. Lunch allowance will be provided.
Volunteer specification:
Essential:
A passion for international development and education/entrepreneurship
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, with minimal supervision
Excellent use of written and verbal English
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Suite
Proven ability to problem solve and multi-task
Well-developed organisational skills
Access to a computer/laptop with stable internet connection
Desirable:
Fluent in Spanish
Social media / design / video editing / blogging skills
Experience of volunteering or working in a developing country
Terms:
Location: Our office in London (Finsbury Park) or remote.
Hours: Ideally 15 hours per week. You can fit your volunteering around other commitments (e.g. holidays, studies or another job) and choose whether you would prefer to volunteer for 2 or more full days a week, or spread the hours over more weekdays. The time commitment is flexible, so please state your availability in your cover letter.
Length: Minimum 2 months with the possibility of extension. Starting at the end of August/early September. A commitment of 3 months is preferred.
Basis: Voluntary position. Travel allowance will be provided.
Application process:
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as applications are received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible and no later than Monday 10th August, 2026.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter outlining why you are suited to the role and your time availability through CharityJobs.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter outlining why you would be suited to the role through CharityJobs. Please state your time availability in your cover letter.
Please note that this volunteering opportunity would start in end of July/early August.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A conservation NGO in Indonesia is seeking a volunteer accountant to strengthen donor reporting, financial systems and accounting processes.
The organisation works with fishing communities, women and young people to support community based natural resource management, sustainable livelihoods and biodiversity conservation.
The finance team currently relies heavily on Excel and is planning to move to a more structured accounting platform.
The volunteer will work with the team to review budgeting and donor reporting templates, support the transition from Excel, improve reporting consistency, strengthen financial systems and controls, and provide practical mentoring.
This would suit a collaborative volunteer with experience in donor reporting, Excel, accounting systems and small NGO finance.
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Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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An international child protection NGO headquartered in Cambodia is seeking a volunteer accountant to review and strengthen accounting systems, software and financial management processes.
The organisation works across Southeast Asia, supporting vulnerable children, young people and communities through programmes focused on child protection, education, livelihoods and social inclusion.
The volunteer will work alongside the finance team to assess current systems and support practical improvements across financial management and reporting.
Key areas of support may include accounting systems, software options, financial reporting consistency, internal controls and practical systems improvements across country programmes.
This would suit a volunteer with strong systems and financial management experience, ideally with experience of complex organisations or multi programme environments.
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Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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Two small community based organisations in Malawi are seeking practical finance support to strengthen day to day financial management, reporting and controls.
Both organisations work across vocational training, youth development and livelihoods support, with small local teams and simple finance systems.
The volunteer will work closely with staff to improve budgeting, cashflow management, financial reporting, record keeping, controls and procedures.
This is a very practical grassroots placement, focused on helping local teams build confidence, consistency and simple sustainable systems.
It would suit a collaborative and adaptable volunteer who is comfortable working hands on with small organisations and providing patient, practical mentoring.
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Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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A growing NGO in Malawi, working across education, livelihoods, health and environmental sustainability, is seeking a volunteer accountant to strengthen its finance systems.
The organisation has grown significantly and now manages multiple donor funded projects, with annual income of over £1 million. QuickBooks has been introduced, but is not yet fully embedded, and many processes remain manual.
The volunteer will work with the Finance and Administration Manager, wider finance team and senior leadership to review current systems, identify priorities and support practical improvements.
Key areas of support may include QuickBooks, budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, donor reporting, management accounts, internal controls, expenditure verification, audit readiness and mentoring.
This would suit a collaborative and adaptable finance professional who can balance a broad systems review with practical, hands on support.
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Accounting for International Development (AfID) matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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Purpose of the Role
The Strategic Partnerships Volunteer will support the organisation in identifying, developing, and facilitating strategic partnerships that respond directly to the needs and priorities identified by our delivery partners. The role focuses on translating on-the-ground demands into meaningful collaborations with institutions, organisations, companies, or networks that can add value beyond funding alone.
Key Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For
Approach and Mindset
Desirable (but not essential)
Time Commitment
What the Volunteer Will Gain
Location
Why you would like to volunteer with Disability Africa
Why you believe you would be a good fit for the role
How you anticipate managing the time commitment alongside your other responsibilities
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A women led grassroots charity in southern India is seeking a volunteer accountant to strengthen accounting systems, reporting, budgeting and finance team confidence.
The organisation works with women, children and marginalised communities through programmes focused on empowerment, health advocacy, childcare, education and residential care for children affected by HIV/AIDS.
Much of the organisation’s accounting remains manual and paper based, and financial reports are generally prepared only when requested by donors.
The volunteer will review current finance processes, assess use of accounting software, support budgeting and cashflow tools, introduce simple monthly management accounts, improve donor reporting and provide mentoring to the local finance team.
This would suit a supportive, hands on volunteer who enjoys working closely with smaller grassroots organisations.
Free accommodation, weekday breakfast and lunch, and airport transfers from Madurai Airport can be arranged.
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Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.
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Volunteer Opportunity – Interview Team
International Humanity Foundation (IHF)
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to educating and empowering disadvantaged children and communities worldwide. With volunteers working across five continents, IHF promotes ethical leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and sustainable development.
We are currently seeking insightful, professional, and articulate volunteers to join our Interview Team.
Role Overview The Interview Team serves as the "Gatekeepers" of IHF. You are the first point of human contact for global applicants. Your role is to conduct professional screenings, assess cultural alignment, and identify future leaders who will contribute to our mission in Kenya, Thailand, Indonesia, and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct Interviews: Lead 1-on-1 video or voice interviews with international applicants.
Evaluate Talent: Use standardized rubrics to assess skills, commitment levels, and alignment with IHF's non-hierarchical values.
Critical Reporting: Write concise, objective summaries and recommendations for the HR Executive and Center Leads.
Maintain Pipeline: Ensure interview slots are filled and candidates move through the recruitment funnel without delay.
Professional Representation: Act as the face of IHF, providing a welcoming yet professional first impression.
Ideal Candidate:
Strong verbal communication and active listening skills.
Ability to remain neutral and objective while evaluating diverse personalities.
High level of emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity.
Reliable and punctual (managing appointments across various time zones).
Experience in HR, Psychology, Communications, or Management is a plus.
Benefits of Volunteering with IHF:
Global HR Experience: Master the art of the interview in a diverse, international setting.
Networking: Interact with professionals and students from all over the world.
Leadership Credit: Develop high-level decision-making and assessment skills.
Certification: Receive official recognition awards and certificates of service for your portfolio.
Help us find the leaders of tomorrow to support the children of today.
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Fundraising and Communications Internship
We are seeking a Fundraising & Communications (F&C) Intern to support our peacebuilding mission through strategic communications, donor engagement, and fundraising activities with European supporters. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international development communications, while contributing to meaningful peacebuilding work in fragile and conflict-affected contexts.
Concordis Internships are designed as a two-way learning opportunity. We encourage interns to contribute the skills and experience they already have, while also exploring new areas of work and developing additional competencies. Interns are supported to take on responsibilities that align with their interests, learn new tools and approaches, and gain exposure to different aspects of fundraising, communications and peacebuilding.
As a F&C intern, you will work as an assistant to the F&C Manager and contribute to strengthening Concordis’ visibility, relationships, and impact. The work you do will be real, relevant and public facing. Our aim is that you will leave Concordis with enhanced skills, stronger career options, and practical experience that adds clear value to your CV — the more you put in, the more you will get out.
Role Information:
Position: Fundraising & Communications Intern
Location: Remote (working from home)
Reporting to: Fundraising and Communications Manager
Duration: 6 months; working three days (or 22 hours) per week (Flexible working hours; different time zones accommodated)
Start date: Monday 20 July 2026
Remuneration: Volunteer position. Concordis will reimburse reasonable expenses, including a small daily lunch allowance.
Role Description:
As a F&C Intern, you will support Concordis’ external engagement and income-generation efforts. You will work closely with the UK-based team and relevant Programme Managers to achieve this.
Responsibilities may include:
Gathering stories, photos and videos from programme staff.
Assisting with the creation of communications content (website, newsletters, social media, reports).
Helping design visual content and layouts for digital and print materials.
Supporting internal communications and programme communication needs.
Monitoring engagement metrics and supporting reporting on outreach activities.
Supporting fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and proposal development.
Updating and managing the CRM system.
Who should apply:
For this position, we welcome applicants who have:
A strong interest in peacebuilding, international development, or humanitarian work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
An eye for graphic design and some experience in using a design platform like Canva.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Confidence working independently and as part of a remote team.
An interest or experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or communications.
Skills or interest in one or more of the following: design, journalism, content writing, CRM systems, newsletters, social media, UX/UI, Squarespace (or comparable system).
A high level of fluency in English.
Concordis is a tri-lingual organisation, so any knowledge of French and/or Arabic also helps.
How to apply:
Application Deadline: 29 June 2026, 23:59 GMT
Applications will only be considered if they are submitted as follows:
Please send us your CV/resume (no more than two pages long) and a covering letter, both in English.
Send them as two separate documents, saved in PDF format and title both like this: Your first name - Your last name - Name of Document - Numerical date. e.g. John Smith - CV - 0626.
In your covering letter, also no more than two pages long, please explain:
Why you would like to work with Concordis International
Your experience or interest in communications and/or fundraising.
Any relevant skills (writing, design, CRM, digital tools, UX/UI, journalism).
Your language skills.
How you hope this internship will support your future career development.
When you would be available to start.
How you would balance this role with other commitments.
Selection process:
You will receive an automated response acknowledging receipt of your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to progress to the next stage. We regret that due to numbers of applicants, we are unable to enter into individual correspondence with unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a task. Those who submit the strongest task will be called for interview. We will keep your personal data carefully and within the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations. Concordis International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and appropriate screening.
For more information about Concordis, please visit our website at www.concordis.international
Concordis works alongside those involved in or affected by armed conflict, helping them find workable solutions.
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Position Overview
This is a dynamic and rewarding internship opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping the voice and visual identity of SEED Madagascar. As part of a passionate and collaborative communications team, you will contribute directly to how our work is shared with global audiences—helping to tell powerful stories of community-led development and conservation in southeast Madagascar.
This role offers a unique blend of creativity and purpose. You will support social media management, develop engaging visual content, and curate impactful imagery that brings our programmes to life. It is ideally suited to a proactive and imaginative individual who is eager to build practical skills in communications while contributing to meaningful, real-world impact. Throughout the internship, you will gain valuable experience in digital storytelling, branding, and content strategy within an international development context.
Location: Remote – based anywhere in the world
Time zone: East Africa Time
Timeframe: 6 months extendable – flexible, guideline 1-2 days a week
Overview: Voluntary, unsalaried, flexible times to suit volunteer
About the organisation
SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. We integrate high quality community health, livelihoods, education infrastructure and conservation programmes to support sustainable change and add to international best practice through research and publication across all of our programmatic areas.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity – Day-After Team
International Humanity Foundation (IHF)
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to educating and empowering disadvantaged children and communities worldwide. With volunteers working across continents, IHF promotes ethical leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and sustainable development.
We are currently seeking reliable and organized volunteers to join our Day-After Team.
Role Overview
The Day-After Team ensures timely follow-up communication with volunteer applicants after interviews. This team plays a key role in maintaining engagement, professionalism, and smooth recruitment processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Send structured follow-up emails to applicants after interviews
Ensure communication is timely, accurate, and professional
Track applicant progress within the recruitment system
Coordinate with Interview and First Response teams
Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with HR timelines
Ideal Candidate:
Strong written communication skills
Highly organized and deadline-driven
Comfortable working with spreadsheets and tracking systems
Detail-oriented and process-focused
Interested in HR, administration, or operations
Benefits of Volunteering with IHF:
Gain hands-on experience in HR operations
Develop administrative and workflow management skills
Build international professional exposure
Strengthen communication and coordination abilities
Receive recognition awards and certificates
Help us ensure every applicant experiences professionalism and care throughout their journey with IHF.
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Ready to step out of your comfort zone, travel with true purpose, and change young lives? Join our close-knit team in beautiful Ghana to inspire eager students, bridge vital educational gaps, and experience an unforgettable cultural immersion.
At SFLIG Volunteers, we don't believe in standard, sterile office jobs—we believe in human connection. In many of our partner communities just outside Accra, local classrooms are overflowing, and passionate teachers are stretched thin. They don't just need an extra pair of hands; they need your unique energy, your background, and your global perspective to help open up the world for their students.
This is your opportunity to break away from the everyday routine, build unmatched international leadership skills, and see the tangible, smiling results of your hard work every single morning.
Your Typical Day in the Classroom
This role is active, vibrant, and highly collaborative. You won’t just be sitting at a desk; you will be an active spark in the school community:
The Co-Pilot: Work hand-in-hand with local headteachers to make core subjects like English conversation, basic Mathematics, and General Sciences come alive through interactive games and discussions.
The Creative Spark: Bring your own hobbies across the globe! Whether you love drawing, music, painting, or sports, you will design and lead engaging workshops that build child confidence and creativity.
The Mentor: Provide crucial, patient one-on-one reading and arithmetic support to bright children who have fallen behind and just need someone to believe in them.
Who You Are
We care far more about your heart, your drive, and your empathy than a piece of paper. You are the perfect fit if:
You have a deep-seated desire to travel, explore new cultures respectfully, and give back to grassroots communities.
You are patient, highly adaptable, and ready to embrace a vibrant, slow-paced, and welcoming new environment.
No formal teaching qualifications or TEFL certificates are required. We provide all the training and tools; you just need to bring the enthusiasm!
The SFLIG Experience: What's Included
We treat our international volunteers like family from the moment they apply:
Total Support Network: From your comprehensive pre-departure prep to airport pickup and local orientation, our dedicated team guides you every step of the way.
The Perfect Work-Life Balance: Your projects run Monday through Friday, giving you long weekends to explore Ghana’s beautiful coastal beaches, historic forts, and bustling local markets with your fellow volunteers.
True 'Akwaaba' Hospitality: Live and work safely embedded within an authentic Ghanaian community, building lifelong global friendships.
Is to establish a link between those seeking to give back and those in need of assistance through volunteering



Company Description
We would love you to join us in being part of the Durrell team.
As a leading conservation organisation, we have an important job in saving species from extinction and creating a wilder, healthier, more colourful world.
It takes a great team to save wildlife and we need a wide range of skills to make it happen. Everyone at Durrell plays their part – whether they deliver conservation initiatives, engage with our supporters, promote our brand, or look after our people.
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is an international conservation charity, headquartered at Jersey Zoo in the Channel Islands, working to save species from extinction through "intensive care" breeding of threatened species across the globe, rewilding of ecosystems, and the training of the next generation of conservation heroes. Durrell leads some of the world’s longest running and most successful species and habitat recovery programmes.
Established by author and conservationist Gerald Durrell in 1959, Durrell’s aim is for more diverse and resilient natural landscapes in which species can thrive and people can enjoy a deeper connection with nature.
Durrell delivers its conservation mission through our three integrated core areas of operation:
•Field Programmes: conservation action where it is needed most.
•Conservation Knowledge: training future conservation practitioners, enabling people to more closely connect with nature, delivering the science guiding Durrell’s mission and measuring our impacts.
•Jersey Zoo: a centre of excellence in animal husbandry, research, training, and education.
With a track record of more than 50 years, Durrell leads some of the world’s longest running and most successful species and habitat recovery programmes. The quality of our work is equally as important as how we deliver it. Our values underpin how we approach our work and the work environment we create.
Position
Durrell is looking to recruit three Trustees with skills in:
(i)Human Resources
(ii)Legal
(iii)Public Affairs Communications
The positions will report to the Board Chair.
Volunteering as a trustee is a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, experience and insight to make a meaningful difference, shaping strategies that protect biodiversity and becoming part of an impactful conservation institution.
Trustees attend Board meetings held quarterly in Jersey. We value the depth of connection that comes from meeting in person, while recognising the importance of flexibility through virtual attendance.
As a trustee, you will:
·Safeguard the charity’s mission and values, helping ensure it is well governed, compliant and able to thrive for the long term.
·Help shape the future, contributing your insight and judgement to strategic decisions that guide the charity’s direction and impact.
·Provide thoughtful oversight, supporting the responsible and effective use of resources.
·Be a powerful advocate, championing the charity’s work, purpose and values and helping extend its reach within the community.
This is an opportunity to step back from day‑to‑day delivery and contribute at a strategic level, offering challenge, encouragement and guidance, while being part of a committed board united by a shared belief in Durrell’s work.
If you would like to support our mission and vital conservation work, then we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for candidates with the following skill set:
Trustee 1: Human Resources, International & Strategic experience
·Significant senior level experience in HR and people leadership.
·Experienced in influencing strategic organisational direction and future needs.
·Experience working across international and cross-cultural environments.
·Strong understanding of organisational culture, leadership and people risk.
·Ability to operate credibly and constructively at a board level.
Key responsibilities
In addition to general trustee duties, this role will:
·Provide strategic insight on people, culture and organisational development.
·Bring an international and cross-cultural perspective to board discussions and decision making.
·Contribute to discussions on leadership, succession and workforce planning and aid in ensuring that agreed actions are acted upon.
·Act as a valued sounding board to senior leaders on people related risks and opportunities.
Trustee 2: Legal, Corporate / Commercial governance
·Legal experience in a corporate, commercial, charity, regulatory or governance environment.
·Strong understanding of risk, compliance and governance principles.
·Ability to advise the board on governance matters and support sound decision making.
·Comfortable acting as a trusted adviser rather than providing operational legal services.
Key responsibilities
In addition to general trustee duties, this role will:
·Support the board by offering guidance on governance, risk and compliance.
·Help ensure decision-making aligns with legal and regulatory responsibilities.
·Provide high level input on contracts, policy and governance frameworks.
·Support strong board practice.
Trustee 3: Public Affairs Communications
·Professional experience in communications, marketing, media or stakeholder engagement in a charitable, corporate or commercial environment.
·Proven track record in delivering an understanding of reputation, compelling storytelling and audience engagement which support ambitious fundraising targets at a strategic level.
·Proven track record in developing and delivering a successful communications strategy that supports engagement and fundraising objectives.
·Enthusiasm for championing the charity’s mission and impact.
·Skill in crafting effective and impactful narratives.
Key responsibilities
In addition to general trustee duties, this role will:
·Advise on communications and engagement strategy at a board level.
·Support the enhancement/further development of the charity’s reputation, messaging and public profile.
·Offer insight into reaching and engaging key audiences and stakeholders.
·Act as an ambassador for the charity’s mission and impact in line with our organisational values.
Trustees do not have operational responsibilities but are there to provide collective oversight. All trustees share collective responsibility for the governance, strategy and success of the charity. We are looking for individuals who can provide support and challenge in a positive and constructive way to enable the Executive leadership team to deliver DWCT’s strategic goals.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
·Passion and genuine interest in our cause, commitment to our mission and our values.
·Having the best interest of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust at the heart of any decisions which are made.
·Ability to think strategically and contribute to high-level discussions.
·Willingness to be an active participant in Board meetings and related activities.
·Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Be a strong team player.
·Previous experience as a Trustee or Board Member of a not-for-profit organisation is advantageous but not essential.
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Our Values
PURPOSEFUL - We are clear on why we do what we do, are connected as an organisation, we understand and demonstrate enabling / delivery, we are passionate about what we do and work tirelessly to achieve it.
ACCOUNTABLE - We are accountable for our actions; we act with integrity and always have the best interests of the Trust at heart. We take it upon ourselves to update our knowledge and deliver excellence, and our ethics are of the utmost importance.
SUPPORTIVE - We develop and encourage our staff, we work as a team, work well with other departments and trust and respect each other. We promote a learning culture, treat people fairly, encourage diversity in the workplace, and value the opinions and views of others.
Trustees are expected to be able to attend four Board meetings a year. Meetings are held in Jersey with remote attendance available. Board members are also expected to be able to commit the approximate equivalent of a further four days per year to Trust business remotely/via e-mail.
Richard Daggett, Chair of Governance Committee will be overseeing the recruitment process for these positions.
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