Volunteer roles for the Human Rights sector
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Are you fluent in Arabic, Tigrinya, Bengali, Farsi , Kurdishor any community language and live in Westminster or nearby boroughs? Join us in supporting refugees, migrants, and vulnerable individuals in your community.
We offer free legal advice to migrants , refugees and asylum seekers for whom English is not their first language, including people in temporary accommodation or experiencing homelessness in Westminster.
Feel free to take on one role—or as many as you’d like!
Our services include:
- Weekly drop-in sessions every Monday at Church Street Library
- A dedicated Advice Line on Tuesdays and Wednesday
We have aPartnerships with Citizens Advice Westminster, Age UK Westminster, Deaf Plus, and Green Doctors
We're looking for compassionate volunteers to help us bridge language gaps and empower those in need.
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Asylum Aid runs a drop-in information hub every Monday, as well as an advice phoneline on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, where Westminster residents can get support and advice in a range of areas, such as employment, housing and immigration. We are looking for volunteers who speak one of our community languages (Arabic, Kurdish, Bengali, Tigrinya, Farsi) to support us at this information hub, as interpreters and/or administrative volunteers. There we will also be the opportunity to receive training to become an Adviser or Assessor (this requires longer than the usual 6-month minimum commitment). We particularly encourage Westminster residents to apply.
Volunteers will be trained on the job and will have to opportunity to attend thematic training, as well as receiving on-going support and supervision.
Main tasks and activities:
- Interpreting:
- Interpreting for advisers and clients as required, depending on language skills
- Administration:
- Responding to client queries
- Answering the telephone
- Assisting and registering clients who come into reception.
- Taking messages for advisers.
- Printing outlook timetable and Advice pro appointments for the day.
- Inputting data in excel and Advice pro.
- Helping advisers with general administrative tasks such as typing letters, photocopying bundles, and telephoning clients, keeping client files or local information up to date, amending stocks of leaflets, etc.
- Gateway Assessor Role/General Advice Role
- Conducting initial client assessments.
- Conducting client interviews (by telephone and in person) to understand client problems and identify key information such as time limits.
- Signposting/Referral; Referring and signposting clients appropriately (both internally and externally) following agreed protocols, including making appointments and informing clients of what they can expect.
- Input data in excel and Advice pro.
- Assisting clients with general form filling, making phone call to agencies to resolve simple problems with benefit, housing, employers, council, etc.
- Case Recording:
- All clients’ cases are recorded for quality assurance purposes, and to ensure that the client can be offered an efficient service if the client requires further advice or the case becomes more complex. Your supervisor will discuss case recording with you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a HR professional? Could you give an hour a week to tackle pregnancy and maternity discrimination? Then we need you!
We’re not going to sugar-coat it, things aren’t great for working parents and pregnant women. It can feel frustrating and a bit depressing at times, but by being part of the Pregnant Then Screwed volunteer team, you get to turn that frustration into something positive. In the last year the fantastic volunteers on our Advice Line have spoken to over 5000 women and parents, collectively providing around 40 hours of free support and advice every week. Hundreds of women and parents call our Advice Line every day, but with a small team of volunteers we are only able to answer a fraction of those calls—this is where you come in.
We are looking for brilliant HR professionals who want to help Pregnant Then Screwed tackle the Motherhood Penalty by becoming a Volunteer HR Advisor.
Our Volunteer Advisors give around 1-2 hours a week of their time to the Advice Line. They use their HR knowledge to offer a kind, empathetic support and advice to help people to identify and challenge pregnancy and maternity discrimination in the workplace.
About the role
Role Title: Volunteer HR Advisor
Location: Home-based (UK)
Reporting To: Head of Support Services
Time Commitment
The Advice Line is open Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm, with various available shifts during those times. We ask volunteers to give 1-2 hours per week on the Advice Line for a minimum of three months.
Alternative time commitments can be considered and discussed as part of your application, so please do include any information that might be useful in your application form.
Main Role Purpose
The Advice Line HR Advisors play a vital role in providing support and guidance to working parents facing unfair treatment or discrimination in the workplace via our advice line. Volunteers will offer advice, listen empathetically, and provide information about employee rights and available resources. This role is critical in empowering parents to make informed decisions and navigate workplace challenges effectively.
Essential requirements
- Minimum CIPD level 5 Diploma in People Management with one professional reference.
- Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and policies related to pregnancy, maternity leave, and discrimination.
- Access to a mobile phone/laptop/tablet to receive calls. You will not be charged for calls and your number will not be shared.
- Access to a reliable and secure WIFI connection. Public WIFI is not suitable for this role.
- Excellent active and empathetic listening skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
- A kind and welcoming telephone manner.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Comfortable using online communication tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer incoming phone calls to the PTS Advice Line from individuals seeking support and advice.
- Listen actively, empathise, and provide HR advice and guidance to support callers with their enquiries.
- Signpost to further information and other support organisations if necessary.
- Make referrals to our legal partner if required.
- Record all details of the call on our CRM system.
- Maintain professionalism in all interactions, adhering to all Pregnant Then Screwed guidelines and policies.
What you can expect from PTS
- The opportunity to use your skill set to tackle the Motherhood Penalty and make a meaningful impact.
- An onboarding and induction period which can be completed at your own pace.
- Support from the PTS staff team and volunteer network.
- Access to our Volunteer Training Hub.
- Opportunities to help us further develop and shape our Support Services.
Charity working to end the motherhood penalty.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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Who We Are
Causeway supports marginalised and vulnerable people to recover from trauma and develop safe and fulfilling futures. Our Modern Slavery and Crime Reduction services include safe houses, outreach, community programmes, holistic crisis interventions and signposting into counselling, training and employment.
We drive change nationally through research, campaigning and strategic partnerships. Causeway’s four crime reduction services provide crime and violence reduction programmes for those committed to breaking their cycle of criminality. Our trauma-informed approach to supporting those who commit crime has proved successful in reducing rates of reoffending, which not only benefits the individuals involved, but reduces the number of victims and creates a safer society for all.
Role Summary
How this role fits into the vision and objectives of Causeway
Our trustees bring strategic oversight and direction; to ensure Causeway is true to its purpose and effective in its strategic objectives, whilst ensuring all governance responsibilities are fulfilled. They champion the people we support, promote the charity and its work and bring expertise to purposefully develop Causeway and its impact.
Who are we looking for?
Causeway are looking to recruit a Treasurer to the Board who is willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and support the strategic growth of the charity. We are particularly looking for our Treasurer to have:
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A relevant accounting qualification.
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Experience of charity accounting and relevant accounting standards.
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Ability to maintain overview of the financial affairs of the charity, ensuring its viability and proper financial records and procedures.
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A confident networker who will bring relevant connections and facilitate introductions for the benefit the charity.
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Experience in working with a Charity Board and subcommittees.
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Someone with at a minimum of two years governance experience
It is important that trustees reflect our geographical reach in the North, and that we have diversity of knowledge, experience and background on the trustee board. If you have lived experience relevant to our work or can bring a perspective that is under-represented, we strongly encourage you to come forward.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Can you help us build a nation of global citizens who learn, collaborate, and act for peace, social, and climate justice? Join us in making a difference on the Welsh Centre for International Affairs trustee board.
A fedrwch chi ein helpu i adeiladu cenedl o ddinasyddion byd-eang sy'n dysgu, cydweithio a gweithredu dros heddwch cymdeithasol, a chyfiawnder hinsawdd? Ymunwch â ni i wneud gwahaniaeth ar fwrdd ymddiriedolwyr Canolfan Materion Rhyngwladol Cymru fel ein Trysorydd newydd.
WCIA Trustees – 2025 Treasurer Recruitment / Ymddiriedolwyr WCIA 2025 – Trysorydd
Role of Treasurer at WCIA
Thank you for your interest in the role of Treasurer at WCIA. We are looking to recruit to this role on our Board of Trustees as our current Treasurer will be standing down at the end of March 2026.
We are seeking a trustee with a finance and/or accounting background ideally with experience in the charity sector, who will work with the Board of Trustees and Management by maintaining an overview of the organisation’s finances, ensuring financial viability, advising and guiding on financial requirements and best practice and to provide advice, assistance and information to Trustees on their financial stewardship responsibilities.
Trysorydd WCIA
Rydym yn recriwtio ar gyfer y swydd Trysorydd ar ein Bwrdd Ymddiriedolwyr, gan y bydd ein Trysorydd presennol yn ymddiswyddo ddiwedd mis Mawrth 2026.
Rydym yn chwilio am ymddiriedolwr sydd â chefndir ym maes cyllid a/neu gyfrifeg, yn ddelfrydol, gyda phrofiad yn y sector elusennol, a fydd yn gweithio gyda'r Bwrdd Ymddiriedolwyr a'r Rheolwyr drwy gadw golwg ar gyllid y sefydliad, sicrhau hyfywedd ariannol, cynghori ac arwain ar ofynion ariannol ac arferion gorau, a darparu cyngor, cymorth a gwybodaeth i Ymddiriedolwyr ar eu cyfrifoldebau o ran gofalu am gyllid.
About WCIA
WCIA connects the people of Cymru to the world and to each other. With a legacy spanning over 100 years, and as guardians of the historic Temple of Peace and Health, linked to the League of Nations, precursor of the United Nations, in Cardiff, we learn from the past to create a better future. Now, as we are about to embark on an exciting new chapter — with a fresh strategy, rebrand, and ambitious vision — this is a transformative moment to join us. Together, we’re turning local action into global change.
Through dynamic programmes such as Climate Cymru and Academi Heddwch, we spark connections, create and share knowledge, and inspire hope. We empower the people of Cymru to engage with global challenges, take meaningful action, and drive positive change. If you’re eager to be part of this movement, we’d love to hear from you.
We are looking for a new treasurer to bring fresh insights and passion as we begin this exciting new chapter. We’d love for you to join our vibrant community and be part of our journey to create positive change.
Ynghylch WCIA
Mae WCIA yn cysylltu pobl Cymru gyda’r byd a gyda’i gilydd. Gydag etifeddiaeth sy’n ymestyn dros 100 mlynedd, ac fel gwarcheidwaid y Deml Heddwch ac Iechyd hanesyddol, sy'n gysylltiedig â Chynghrair y Cenhedloedd, rhagflaenydd y Cenhedloedd Unedig, yng Nghaerdydd, rydym yn dysgu o'r gorffennol i greu dyfodol gwell. Nawr, wrth i ni fod ar fin cychwyn pennod newydd gyffrous - gyda strategaeth ffres, ail-frandio, a chyda gweledigaeth uchelgeisiol - mae hwn yn gyfnod trawsnewidiol i ymuno â ni. Gyda'n gilydd, rydym yn troi gweithredu’n lleol yn newid byd-eang.
Trwy raglenni deinamig fel Climate Cymru ac Academi Heddwch, rydym yn sbarduno cysylltiadau, yn creu a rhannu gwybodaeth, ac yn ysbrydoli gobaith. Rydym yn grymuso pobl Cymru i gymryd rhan mewn heriau byd-eang, i gymryd camau ystyrlon ac i sbarduno newid cadarnhaol. Os ydych chi’n awyddus i fod yn rhan o'r mudiad hwn, buasem wrth ein bodd yn clywed gennych.
Rydym yn chwilio am Trysorydd newydd i gyflwyno mewnwelediad ffres ac angerdd wrth i ni ddechrau'r bennod newydd gyffrous hon. Buasem wrth ein bodd petasech yn ymuno â'n cymuned fywiog a bod yn rhan o'n taith i greu newid cadarnhaol.
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About us:
Peace Brigades International (PBI) is an international NGO with over 40 years’ experience providing life-saving protection and support to hundreds of brave human rights defenders who face reprisals because of their activism for social justice. PBI’s trademark protective accompaniment teams in Colombia, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Indonesia, Kenya and Nepal are supported by PBI’s International Headquarters in Brussels, and offices elsewhere in the world, such as our UK section, which carries out high-level advocacy for improved governmental and other support for human rights defenders, as well as stronger regulation of transnational business behaviour.
About the role:
A 3-month volunteer placement where the selected candidate will not only play a vital role in upcoming projects but also harness their skills in advocacy, communications and administration/logistics. They will deepen their understanding and knowledge of the UK environment, gaining insights into UK politics, international human rights, legal frameworks, advocacy strategies, and communication tactics.
By embracing this role, you become an integral part of our mission to influence positive change.
Responsibilities include:
(Note: These responsibilities are subject to adjustments and are not exhaustive).
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Support advocacy research and activities:
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Conduct research on countries and cases that PBI works on.
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Conduct research on policy advocacy related to HRD protection and business and human rights.
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Participate in meetings with a range of external stakeholders.
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Support in the organisation and roll out of internal and external events.
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Past events have included film screenings, talks with defenders, Parliamentary roundtables.
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Supporting field volunteer and alumni outreach and engagement.
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Producing communications outputs, such as articles on human rights issues, interviews with human rights defenders and social media posts.
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Supporting the organisation of human rights defender visits to the UK.
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Engage in network building and maintenance:
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Cultivate relationships with lawyers, judges, NGOs, social movements, politicians, and funders.
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Support office administration, logistics and finance
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Assist with filing, systems management and logistics.
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Digital systems and IT support with technical troubleshooting.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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’re Growing Our Team at RJ4All!
Looking to make a real difference? We’ve got three exciting leadership opportunities at the Restorative Justice for All (RJ4All) International Institute.
Who we are:
RJ4All is a leading NGO operating across 10+ countries, focused on preventing power abuse through restorative justice practices at individual, community, and inter-state levels. We work locally, nationally, and internationally to build more effective social justice systems through the redistribution of power and values of restorative justice.
The RJ4All Headquarters are in London at the RJ4All Rotherhithe Community Centre and we have a sister organisation based in Cyprus, “RJ4All Europe”.
Our mission centres on addressing power abuse, conflict, and poverty through the application of restorative justice values and practices. We advance equality, community cohesion, and human rights through multiple interconnected approaches. Our work encompasses delivering social justice and poverty relief projects, alongside educational programmes and youth clubs+ that foster understanding and growth. We facilitate intercultural dialogue initiatives and awareness-raising workshops while providing high-quality internships and volunteering opportunities that empower individuals to create positive change.
We’re recruiting for:
1️⃣ Non-Executive Director
Join our Board and help shape RJ4All’s future. You’ll meet quarterly, share ideas and guide our strategic direction. Experience in finance or charitable accounting is a plus.
2️⃣ Treasurer (Non-Executive Director)
We’re looking for someone confident with numbers to chair our Finance & HR Committee, oversee budgets and support our financial health.
3️⃣ Steering Group Member
Get involved at a community level and help us shape the world’s first Restorative Justice Postcode Programme in SE16 London.
What’s in it for you:
✨ Make a genuine impact in your community
✨ Work with passionate people from over 40 countries
✨ Flexible, advisory roles (mostly remote)
✨ Free training in Restorative Justice, safeguarding and GDPR
✨ Two-year renewable positions
These are voluntary roles for individuals who want to make a real difference and grow their leadership experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
The aim of Safe Haven Alliance is to relieve the suffering and advance the human rights of LGBTQ+ refugees, asylum seekers and migrants, particularly those facing persecution due to their sexual orientation or gender identity, by providing support, advocacy, access to essential services, and programmes which promote wellbeing, safety and inclusion both domestically and abroad.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
English PEN is the founding centre of PEN International, a worldwide writers’ association with over 135 centres in more than 90 countries. English PEN is one of the world’s oldest human rights charities and works to promote literature and the right to freedom of expression through a wide range of campaigns, events, projects and publications.
We are looking for a new Treasurer to join our established Board of Trustees and help guide and advise us on financial affairs. The role of Treasurer is to oversee the accounts of the charity, chairing the Finance and Audit Committee, and acting as a point of liaison between the Board and the Director and Head of Operations. It does not involve day-to-day responsibility for the finances.
Duties and responsibilities
The Treasurer will provide financial expertise and oversight to help the Board carry out its financial responsibilities.
Specifically, they will:
- Chair the Finance and Audit Committee
- Work closely with the Director and the Head of Operations to monitor the financial stability of the charity
- Liaise with auditors and sign off the annual accounts
- Present the annual accounts to members at the annual general meeting
- Engage with PEN International on relevant matters
English PEN celebrates the diversity of literature, and envisions a world with free expression and equity of opportunity for all readers and writers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead transformative change in maternity care as Chair of Birthrights
Birthrights
Location: UK-wide (Remote with occasional in-person meetings)
Type: Voluntary (Expenses Paid)
Time Commitment: Approx. 2 days/month, with flexibility during onboarding
Champion human rights, anti-oppression, and inclusive leadership
Birthrights is the UK's leading voice on human rights in pregnancy and childbirth. As the organisation enters a pivotal phase of transformation, with a new CEO joining in November and a bold vision for community-led governance, they are seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation committed to anti-racism, systemic change, and inclusive leadership in maternity care. You'll support a passionate team and a diverse, engaged Board to deliver Birthrights' mission and shape a new model of governance rooted in justice and accountability.
Why This Role Matters
As Chair, you will:
* Provide strategic leadership and clarity across the Board.
* Champion anti-oppression and community-rooted governance.
* Support the CEO during a critical leadership transition.
* Foster inclusive, transparent decision-making and trustee development.
* Represent Birthrights externally with funders, partners, and policymakers.
* Help build a governance model that reflects Birthrights' values and can inspire sector-wide change.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking a transformative leader with:
* Senior leadership experience in charity, public, or grassroots organisations.
* Deep commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, and human rights.
* Strong facilitation and coordination skills.
* Experience navigating organisational change with empathy and clarity.
* Ability to build consensus and support trustee development.
Desirable qualities include:
* Previous Chair or senior governance experience.
* Understanding of maternity care, health justice, or related fields.
* Experience in legal, governance, or charity regulation.
* Lived experience of marginalisation or systemic injustice.
What You'll Gain
* A defining role in shaping inclusive leadership in the charity sector.
* The opportunity to support systemic change in maternity care.
* A platform to advocate for human rights and anti-oppression.
* A collaborative, reflective, and passionate organisational culture.
Recruitment Timeline
Application deadline - 5pm Friday 5th December 2025
How to Apply
Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to Birthrights on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity People and request a candidate pack.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Fabrice Yala at Charity People.
We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you require any assistance or adjustment to make the application process work for you, please let us know.
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g., age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who are LRMN?
We offer refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants a specialist and holistic service. We advocate for people’s rights, campaign for wider change, meet their basic needs and help them improve their wellbeing.
Why do we need you?
Triage volunteers are an essential part of our team, making sure that clients are able to access the right service. You will deal with initial client enquiries (in person, over the phone or by email), assess what support clients need and help the access the right service for them. This might be with us, a partner or another external service.
Our triage team is integral to the smooth running of LRMN. Without them our advisors wouldn’t be able to provide life changing support to the people who access our services.
Our triage team are the first people that clients will talk to so it is essential that we offer a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space and give them the right information about the services we offer. Given the demand that we face, volunteers help us do that.
What activities will you be involved in?
As part of our triage team, you will volunteer alongside staff and fellow volunteers to:
• Welcome clients to our office/Migrant Hub and speak to them about their needs
• Help clients and referrers understand the services we offer and how to access them
• Respond to new referrals and upload them onto our case management system
• Contact clients to book in appointments and follow up referrals
• Take on other administrative tasks as identified from time to time
As you become more experienced, you may be involved in giving basic advice, providing support letters and other duties.
Our triage volunteers are based at our Migrant Hub drop-in service (in Woolwich on Tuesdays)
You will be supervised by the Business and Operations Manager and/or Migrant Hub Coordinator but will liaise with staff across the organisation as appropriate.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
By volunteering with LRMN, you will:
• Make a difference to the lives of migrants, asylum seekers and refugees living in south-east London
• Be part of a diverse, knowledgeable and proactive team in an organisation that has been running for over 25 years
• Gain experience of admin work in a business environment
• Gain an understanding of the issues affecting refugees, asylum seekers and migrants
• Have regular support and supervision from the Business and Operations Officer
• Be provided out of pocket expenses to the value of £6 for lunch per day (4+ hours) & up to £15 travel expenses (when volunteering in the office for 4+ hours)
Is there induction and training?
Yes, we provide a comprehensive induction to all new volunteers. This covers roles and responsibilities, safeguarding, record keeping and use of our client management system (Advice Pro).
You will be provided with the training needed to perform the role and will have the opportunity to join training with the whole LRMN team.
Who are LRMN looking for?
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about supporting migrants, refugees and asylum seekers
• Friendly and approachable and can manage professional boundaries
• Excellent communicatiuon skills
• Proactive and able to use own initiative
• Organised and methodical
• Respectful of client confidentiality
• Experienced in working with multicultural communities
• Able to use their digital skills to make referrals and manage online systems
LRMN is committed to equality and diversity. We pride ourselves on having a diverse team with a range of experiences. We encourage people with lived experience of the asylum and/or immigration system to apply. If you need additional support to apply or volunteer, please contact us.
What commitment do you need to make?
We ask volunteers to commit to volunteering one day a week during office hours (Mon-Fri) for at least six months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner is an impactful women’s rights organisation working to empower women, offering them agency promoting gender equality in public policy. They are currently facing financial pressures and are seeking the support of an experienced finance professional, working alongside the Director of Operations.
Your role will be to:
- Assess their financial sustainability, reviewing existing financial analysis and cost recovery model, highlighting immediate areas of concern to address, and advising on how to continue operations.
- Evaluate core costs (including overhead and hosting fee costs) and identify what is affordable/a target overhead % for the organisation to maintain, and potential cost-saving opportunities
- Suggest actionable strategies to strengthen long-term financial health
- Help build a realistic and practical plan to address financial constraints
- Improve cost recovery on grants
This is a pro bono role. They are looking for someone able to start immediately, offering 4 hours of support a week over a period of 4 weeks. They will also be open to someone working from their office in London.
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We are looking for a creative and passionate volunteer illustrator to bring to life the stories of survivors, our campaigns and publications through visual artwork. You will shape the visual storytelling of complex messages across our website and social media channels, including Instagram, Bluesky, and LinkedIn. Your illustrations will play a key role in our advocacy, marketing and fundraising work.
This role is ideal for an illustrator who wants to use their artistic skills to help shape compassionate narratives about people seeking asylum and refugees, and to support human rights and trauma-informed advocacy.
MAIN TASKS AND ACTIVITIES
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Create 20 original illustrations to be used for various purposes such as the charity’s social media posts, reports, campaigns and marketing. In interview, Communications Manager will share example of preferred style of images and will discuss with illustrator what their timescales/time commitment could be for completion. The illustrator can work remotely and the agreed time commitment for them can be discussed and agreed with the Communications Manager.
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The creative artworks must align with Helen Bamber Foundation and Asylum Aid’s tone, branding, and trauma-informed approach.
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Help translate complex policies, personal stories and abstract concepts (such as trauma, recovery or community) into thoughtful and engaging imagery in the illustrations.
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Contribute creative ideas on how the artworks can be used across our online platforms.
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Conduct one or two workshops with our Ambassadors for Change, a group of survivors with lived experience of asylum system, to help them develop visuals that support their campaigns.
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Ensure all artwork respects the dignity and privacy of survivors and adheres to ethical storytelling and safeguarding principles.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED
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Strong illustration skills and with an excellent understanding of visual storytelling.
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Experience of using digital illustration tools (e.g., Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar) are essential.
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Ability to work collaboratively, interpret briefs and respond constructively to feedback.
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Understanding of inclusive and ethical design practices and demonstrate sensitivity when representing trauma and human rights issues.
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Understanding of, and commitment to, the objectives of the Helen Bamber Foundation and Asylum Aid.
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Demonstrable empathy for our clients, including people seeking asylum, refugees and survivors of torture and trafficking, and sensitivity when working on topics related to human rights, trauma, or lived experience.
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Organised, dependable, and proactive in meeting deadlines.
HOW TO APPLY
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To apply please send us a CV along with a short cover letter (max 300 words) about why you would like to volunteer as an illustrator with us.
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A link or PDF portfolio with samples of your work.
We will be conducting interviews for this role on a rolling basis so please apply early.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you interested in becoming the next Treasurer for CARAS?
We are looking for a treasurer to oversee the financial management of the charity and report to the trustees at quarterly meetings about its financial health.
About CARAS
Community Action for Refugees and Asylum Seekers (CARAS) works with people of refugee backgrounds to provide practical, educational, and social help. We create supportive relationships, networks, and spaces that enable people to access what they need in order to improve their wellbeing and safety. Our team of staff and volunteers run a large range of activities and services which offer a place of welcome to refugees and asylum seekers, working with them to recognise skills and develop potential.
CARAS has become one of the largest providers of refugee support in south London, including working with large numbers of unaccompanied and separated children. We have responded to changes in demographics and are proud of our ability to remain agile.
Role
- Oversee and present budgets, management accounts and annual financial statements to the board
- Ensure that proper accounting records are kept and financial resources are properly controlled, invested in line with good governance, legal and regulatory
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- Oversee the charity’s financial reserves,
- Liaise with the finance manager, CEO and any other relevant members of staff
- responsible for the financial activities of the organisation
- Chair the finance working group and manage the agenda
- Monitor and advise on the financial viability of the charity
- Oversee the implementation of and monitor financial controls and adherence to systems
- Advise on the financial implications of the charity’s strategy
- Liaise with the risk lead regarding financial risk management
- Act as a counter-signatory on charity cheques and important applications to funders
- Liaise with the independent examiner/ auditors
What We Are Looking For
- Professional experience in a finance role (charity finance would be a bonus)
- A keen sense of strategic purpose.
- An inclusive leadership style
- The ability to listen and engage effectively.
- An advocate to champion CARAS’s work through personal networks and other channels.
- A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Flexibility (as a growing charity, it helps to have co-chairs who are available and responsive)
We encourage applications from people who have been through the UK asylum or immigration system, people of colour, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people.
Time Commitment
Four meetings per year (in the evenings, alternating between online and at CARAS’s office in Tooting), one away day per year (usually at the weekend), leadership of the finance working group, regular meetings with the finance manager, and occasional attendance at activities (this can be arranged either during the day, in the evenings, or weekends).
Closing Date
We will assess and respond to applications as they are received.
We provide firm foundations for new-arrival asylum seekers to build happy and successful lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Job Title: Fundraising Events Volunteer – Event Organiser
Location: Watford (hybrid)
Time Commitment: Flexible depending on events, 6 months minimum
About Us
Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership is committed to supporting refugees and asylum seekers through practical help, advocacy, and community connection. Fundraising events are essential to raising the funds and awareness needed to continue our work.
Role Summary
We are looking for an organised and motivated volunteer to take the lead in planning and delivering fundraising events. From idea to execution, you will play a key role in creating impactful, engaging events that support our mission and bring communities together.
Key Responsibilities
· Plan and organise fundraising events (e.g. benefit concerts, community dinners, quizzes and sponsored walks)
· Coordinate logistics such as venues, suppliers, schedules, and permits
· Recruit and manage other event volunteers, with support from the volunteer coordinator
· Promote events through flyers, social media, and local networks
· Manage event budgets and donations, with support from the fundraising team
· Ensure health and safety and accessibility considerations are met
· Evaluate event success and contribute to future planning
Skills and Qualities
· Strong organisational and time management skills
· Creativity and initiative in developing fundraising ideas
· Good communication and teamwork abilities
· Comfortable working independently with guidance
· Passion for refugee support and social justice
· Experience in events is a plus, but not essential
What You’ll Gain
· Hands-on experience in event planning and nonprofit fundraising
· Development of leadership, coordination, and communication skills
· Opportunity to see the direct impact of your work
Training and Support
. Induction and event planning guidance and training
· Ongoing support from the Fundraising Lead
· Access to charity resources and networks
· Reimbursement of expenses
Apply:
Please apply by sending you CV.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Transport Support Volunteer
Watford and Three Refugees Partnership is a charity offering practical and emotional support to asylum seekers, migrants and refugees in Watford and Three Rivers. We are looking for a team of volunteers who have time to support our clients in the community.
Would you like to join a team within our charity that provides more practical support to our clients?
Some examples of support includes;
· Helping with house moves
· Collecting furniture that is being donated and drop off at client’s homes
· Lifts to attend appointments if the client struggles using public transport
You must have access to your own vehicle. You will work as part of a supportive team and it can fit around work and caring commitments. You will be able to claim mileage at 45p per mile and parking costs as expenses. We will need proof that your driving documents are up to date, including informing your insurance that you are using your car for ‘business’ purposes (usually at no extra cost).
If you are interested or want to find out more information, please contact us and we can arrange a chat with our volunteer coordinator in the first instance. To join us you will need to complete an application process which includes obtaining two references and an enhanced DBS check. We look forward to hearing from you!


