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People & Planet is looking for volunteers to assist with compiling its 2026/27 People & Planet University League; the only higher education ranking that classifies based on ethics and climate justice criteria.
Universities impart skills and knowledge, form life-long beliefs and behaviours, act as centres of communities, employ, house and feed large numbers of people and promote the creation and sharing of knowledge. We believe this makes them uniquely placed to lead on environmental and ethical issues. For this reason the People & Planet University League has been running since 2007 and has been published by high-profile media partners such as The Guardian (2021, 2022. 2023, 2024, 2025), The BBC, and whose data is used in the Sunday Time Good University Guide.
Volunteers will research publicly available university documents and assess universities against our marking criteria, which cover a wide range of climate and social justice issues including decarbonisation, fossil fuel divestment, ethical banking, workers’ rights and environmental management among others. This work will help to incentivise the university sector towards taking immediate and appropriate action on the climate crisis and upholding the rights and wellbeing of all people internationally.
The role will develop and improve the following areas:
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Qualitative research skills
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Attention to detail
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Use of data collection software
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Time management and keeping to deadlines
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Working independently and remotely
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Communication skills
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Knowledge of environmental management processes and sustainability reporting.
Training is provided for the role. We believe the skills and experience gained could be valuable for a number of career paths, including working in NGOs, corporate sustainability, estates management, higher education policy making, research and campaigning among many others.
People & Planet would like to support volunteers in their future careers, so will give all volunteers an official reference letter on successful completion of their placement and will act as a referee for future positions for which you may apply. From last year’s cohort, 100% said they would recommend this position to someone who wanted to add experience to their CV.
Feedback from previous volunteers
‘I think as someone looking for relevant experience to bolster a CV, this is a helpful and not-too-time-consuming position. It had exactly the kind of flexibility that I required at this point in time.’
‘It's a really great opportunity to hone one's research skills, learn more about what our universities can do to improve their impact on the planet, and make a small but real difference.’
Person Specification -the following are essential:
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Access to a computer or laptop and internet connection.
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Familiarity with desk-based research.
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Ability to work accurately and efficiently to agreed standards.
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Reliability and commitment to completing work to deadlines.
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Able to communicate needs with staff at People & Planet and if needed, ask for appropriate support to complete tasks in time.
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Ability to search policy documents for specific information in English.
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Ability to assess information against standardised frameworks.
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Ability to work remotely and independently
The following are desirable:
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Awareness of current issues in sustainability and ethics.
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Experience of research and data collection.
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An interest in higher education policy.
Please note anyone employed by a UK university cannot volunteer as a Researcher.
You will need to commit to
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Two 25 hour weeks of remote work in July and August.
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5 hours work per day for the two week period. Volunteers can manage their own time flexibly and will receive support from People & Planet, but must meet task deadlines on a weekly basis and attend a short daily meeting. Volunteers are free to work evenings and weekends, but please note People & Planet operates a 4 day week from 9-5.
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One induction session the week prior to your 2 week engagement.
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Completion of a self-access standardisation activity prior to the start of your engagement.
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Attending a brief meeting in the morning or afternoon each day and one individual check-in meeting in week 1.
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Checking the work chat function regularly.
Summer timetable
June 22nd-July 3rd Ethical Investment and Banking, Ethical Careers and Recruitment, Education for Sustainable Development. Induction 18th June 10am
July 13th-July 24th Sustainable Food, Staff & HR, Environmental Policy and Strategy Induction 9th July 10am
August 3rd-August 14th Managing Carbon, Workers’ Rights, Staff and Student Engagement. Induction 30th July 10am
How to Apply
Fill in this form and attach a C.V that has your full name in the filename.
Applications will be processed on a rolling basis until positions are filled, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. The deadline for applications is Wednesday the 20th May at 11:59
Candidates will need to attend a non-competitive group recruitment session and complete an online self-access task before being invited to volunteer with us.
Please let us know if you have specific access needs and what we can do to make the interview, training and volunteer experience more accessible to you, including organising a one-on-one interview. We welcome people with hearing loss, deaf and or disabled people to apply for this volunteer opportunity -unfortunately we don't use BSL so would need to make alternative support provisions for the training, unless a BSL interpreter can join you. If you have specific needs where we might support you by making this volunteering opportunity more accessible, please contact us.
People & Planet welcome applications from BAME folks and people of colour, from disabled people, from LGBTQI*people, from people who speak English as a second language, from people who identify as non-binary gender, from women, from people of different ages, from people with caring responsibilities and from people with irregular migration status, people seeking asylum in the UK or with a migrant background, folks with a working class background, and everyone else.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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About Us:
Tell My Truth and Shame the Devil C.I.C. is a survivor-led social enterprise dedicated to uncovering hidden truths, amplifying unheard voices and challenging dominant narratives.
We focus on exposing lived experiences, including those of survivors, whistleblowers and truth-tellers, while fostering a conscious, informed and empowered global community.
Our work centres around storytelling, awareness and creating platforms for real voices that are often ignored or silenced.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and intuitive Podcast Guest Booker / Story Researcher to identify, research and secure compelling guests for our podcast.
This role is for someone who naturally spots stories others miss — someone curious, observant and driven to uncover real human experiences. You will be responsible for sourcing guests globally, conducting outreach, building trust and ensuring each story is approached with care and integrity.
You will play a key role in shaping the depth, authenticity and direction of our podcast conversations.
This is a volunteer role, with the opportunity to transition into a paid position as the organisation grows.
Why This Role Matters
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Help uncover and amplify real, often unheard voices
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Contribute to conversations that challenge narratives and raise awareness
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Be part of a purpose-driven, impact-led platform
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Directly influence the quality, depth and integrity of podcast storytelling
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Opportunity to grow into a paid role as the organisation expands
Experience Qualification and Requirements
We are not looking for formal qualifications — we are looking for the right mindset, instincts and approach to people and stories.
You Are a Natural Story Hunter
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Curious, observant and always asking deeper questions
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Able to identify meaningful stories others may overlook
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Genuinely interested in people, communities and lived experiences
You Are Resourceful & Proactive
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Comfortable searching across multiple platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, forums, etc.)
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Willing to explore both online and offline spaces to find stories
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Take initiative — you don’t wait to be told what to do
You Have Strong People Skills
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Able to approach sensitive individuals with empathy and respect
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Skilled at building trust, especially with those sharing vulnerable experiences
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Excellent written and verbal communication
You Are Organised & Reliable
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Able to manage multiple leads, conversations and follow-ups
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Comfortable using tools to track outreach and progress
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Consistent and dependable in communication and delivery
You Are Values-Aligned
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Passionate about truth, awareness and authentic storytelling
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Able to handle deep, emotional, or controversial topics with maturity
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Respect confidentiality and ethical storytelling practices
Main Responsibilities/ Key Duties
Guest Sourcing & Story Discovery
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Proactively search for and identify potential podcast guests globally (online and offline)
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Source individuals including survivors, whistleblowers, experts and truth-tellers
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Explore platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, forums, communities and grassroots networks
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Engage with both online communities and direct outreach to vulnerable or underrepresented groups
Outreach & Relationship Building
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Conduct outreach via social media, email and personal/community networks
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Build trust and rapport with potential guests through respectful and empathetic communication
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Handle sensitive conversations with professionalism and care
Research & Vetting
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Carry out initial research and vetting to assess alignment, credibility and safeguarding considerations
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Ensure ethical storytelling standards and confidentiality are maintained
Pipeline & Coordination
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Build and manage a structured pipeline of potential guests
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Track outreach, responses and progress using appropriate tools
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Manage multiple leads and ongoing conversations simultaneously
Pre-Interview & Preparation
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Coordinate and support pre-interviews where required
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Prepare concise guest briefs to support podcast recordings
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Ensure guests are informed, comfortable and prepared
Collaboration
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Work closely with the Social Media & Marketing Team (SMMT)
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Align guest stories with broader content strategy and campaigns
Podcast Guest Booking & Story Research is about people, not just content.
When we understand this:
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Trust is built through consistent, thoughtful outreach and clear communication with potential guests
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Safeguarding is embedded in how we approach stories, ensuring ethical research and respectful handling of sensitive topics
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Respect is what keeps guests engaged, valued and willing to share their stories authentically
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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 are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Volunteer Researcher to support our Corporate Fundaising team. Your role will be pivotal in identifying and researching prospects and Charity of The Year Partnerships who align with our mission. You will help us grow our pipeline of supporters and inform personalised, strategic approaches that lead to meaningful engagement and transformational support.
About Us:
Rays of Sunshine is dedicated to brightening the lives of seriously ill young people and their families by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospital and within the community. We are seeking a motivated volunteer to support our major gifts team by conducting research and helping to build our partnerships pipeline.
Key Responsibilities:
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Identify and research prospective corporate partners, with a focus on Charity of the Year opportunities
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Build and maintain a structured prospect pipeline to support new business development
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Research CSR strategies, ESG priorities, funding history, key decision-makers and employee engagement programmes
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Strong research and analytical skills
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Commercial awareness and understanding of corporate partnerships
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Excellent attention to detail
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Confident using LinkedIn, Companies House, Charity Commission and online research tools
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Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
What You’ll Gain:
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The opportunity to directly contribute to securing high-value corporate partnerships
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Insight into charity new business and pipeline strategy
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Experience working with a dynamic, ambitious team
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A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of seriously ill children and their families
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A reference upon successful completion of your volunteering
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We brighten the lives of seriously ill children across the UK by granting wishes and providing ongoing support in hospitals and within the community