Article 25 is an international humanitarian architecture charity based in London. We have worked on more than 90 projects in 34 different countries, using design to improve the lives of vulnerable people throughout the world. We are pleased to have our latest project focused on the local community. This is an exciting opportunity for a keen and energetic individual who is looking for valuable experience in event planning and community organization. You will be able to make a genuine contribution and take ownership of this project. 

People in 10% of London homes suffer from fuel poverty. Many households have to choose between food and heating. The health impact of cold housing, especially for the elderly and children, include cardiovascular and respiratory disease, flu, falls and injuries, stress levels, hypothermia and mental health.

Warm & Healthy Homes are a series of workshops providing people of any age with information on the medical dangers of living in cold conditions, offering cost effective energy-saving measures and explaining how participants can access grants and schemes for home improvements.

We are seeking a Community Organizer to successfully plan and deliver Warm & Healthy Homes to selected boroughs in the London area. Responsibilities include:

• Event planning: select and hire the venue, schedule partner speakers, set up the event
• Liaise with expert speakers (a health provider, an engineer and a financial assistance expert)
• Host each workshop to make sure it runs smoothly
• Measure results in order to improve future workshops and provide feedback
• Prepare communications for social media, website and online newsletter

Skills & Knowledge

• Event planning or community organising experience is desired
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and presentation skills
• Energetic and Self-motivated
• Compassionate towards vulnerable communities

Information

• Apply immediately for consideration
• Hours: part-time volunteer
• Start Date: immediate
• Location: A couple of hours per week in our Canary Wharf office, with local travel to workshop events
• Position: This is an unpaid volunteer position, however a commute stipend is giving for travel costs 

Christian Aid Yorkshire

About us

Christian Aid has a vision of a better world, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.? To help make this a reality, we seek to build partnerships with churches, individuals and organisations who share our vision and want bring about change

About the role

Volunteer speakers take stories about the projects that Christian Aid supports to churches and other community groups. Their words inspire people to get involved with Christian Aid by giving, taking action and praying for change.

About you

If you can tell stories in a way that inspires others, have experience of speaking in a church environment, and share our vision for an end to poverty then this may be the role for you.

You will also need to be willing to attend training and be able to do at least four speaking engagements per year.?

Further Information

We will provide you with resources, training, support and out of pocket expenses.

find out more, see the task description or contact Sarah Jane Meyers [email protected] ?

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

There has never been a better time to get involved with Street Child. We are one of the most ambitious and exciting international development charities around and this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation.

In 2008, Street Child was launched in Sierra Leone and since then our local team has grown to over 400 social workers, educators, finance officers, business mentors and Directors. As a Street Child volunteer, you will be working closely alongside these teams supporting their work where your skills are most needed. 

As a Trusts and Foundations Volunteer, you will be assisting in exploring avenues in Sierra Leone where Street Child could build potential partnerships. You will also be developing a fundraising strategy and content for our local partners to help train them on partnership techniques. A big part of this role will be supporting in the run up to our annual Sierra Leone Marathon.

Street Child are looking for individuals hoping to gain valuable experience in the development sector by undertaking a programmes support role in Nepal, helping our local team during a particularly busy period over the next few months in our country office in Kathmandu, as well as in the field (when required).

Having successfully completed three phases of post-earthquake construction and rigorous community engagement with UNICEF in Nepal, we have now launched two three-year programmes, targeting over 10,000 girls across five districts in a community that has one of the lowest functional literacy rates in the world. Our team will also continue to assess and develop further other ongoing programmes.

Working alongside the Street Child of Nepal team, your key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Helping coordinate primary and secondary research using bespoke methodologies and methods, including appropriate tools for research with children, their communities and other relevant stakeholders

• Conducting literature reviews on assigned issues, proposing frameworks for how these issues can be understood within Street Child

• Collect, analyse and interpret data (qualitative and quantitative) from the research

• Creating/reviewing research papers with recommendations for Street Child and relevant stakeholders; these papers will form the basis for future research and initiatives

• Supporting the design and delivery of projects; including travel to the field sites if necessary

• Assisting in monitoring and evaluating the progress of projects to ensure they are on target to reach the outlined timeframes and intended impact

• Identifying potential local and international funders and helping in writing in-depth funding proposals to these organisations as required 

Street Child is seeking applications from motivated individuals hoping to gain valuable experience in the development sector by undertaking the role of a Dissertation Research Volunteer in Nepal. As part of the role, we  are offering the opportunity for University students to explore the scope of their own dissertation projects by using methodologies to conduct research on the ground for their dissertation, in collaboration with local partner organisations. In addition to this, your research will be supported by previous Street Child assessment and research results.

We ask that students wishing to apply for this opportunity are wanting to research a relevant topic which aligns to the work of Street Child in Nepal. Some of the areas we work in include:

• Accelerated Learning and Education Transition for girls in marginalised communities 

• Life Skills Protection Circles (gender-based violence, sexual reproductive health and civic sense)

• Livelihood transition for girls in marginalised communities

• Education for children with disabilities

• Education for migrant children in brick factories

Alongside your own dissertation research there may also be the chance to support ongoing projects in-country. Key responsibilities could include:

• Conducting literature reviews on assigned issues and proposing frameworks for how these issues can be understood within Street Child

• Collecting, analysing and interpreting data

• Creating/reviewing research papers with recommendations for Street Child and relevant stakeholders.

About us

Christian Aid has a vision of a better world, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.? To help make this a reality, we seek to build partnerships with churches, individuals and organisations who share our vision and want bring about change

About the role

Youth work volunteers work with Christian Aid staff and supporters to raise the profile of Christian Aid with young people and youth groups. They use information and resources from Christian Aid and their own creativity to get young people thinking and acting to transform the world for some of the world's poorest communities.

As a Christian Aid youth work volunteer you will have the opportunity to use and develop your skills in communication and working with young people - a stand-out addition to your CV. You will also make a significant contribution to Christian Aid's work in fighting poverty by bringing the issues to as wide an audience as possible. We are looking for someone based in Gloucestershire or South Gloucestershire to work in those areas.

It will depend on local needs but may involve some or all of the following:

-Plan and deliver sessions for youth groups in your area

-Talk to local youth workers and get yourself invited to sessions

-Attend youth events/conferences on behalf of Christian Aid with a stall/resources

-Respond to requests for sessions in your area that come through the local office

-Promote Christian Aid's work and resources to youth workers and young people

About you

You will need to possess

-A passion for seeking justice for the world's poor

-Good communication skills

-Some experience of working with young people

-An ability to motivate and enthuse others to take action

-Good time-management skills.

Further Information

We will provide you with resources, training, support and out of pocket expenses. To find out more, see the task description or contact [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

About us

Christian Aid has a vision of a better world, where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We want to share that vision with young people, and, by helping them to explore issues of global injustice, inspire them to become agents of change.

Through a partnership with the Church of England Education Office, we have developed a new accreditation scheme called Global Neighbours. This provides a framework to help church schools develop global citizenship in ways that reflect their Christian character.

About the role

Christian Aid Teachers are volunteers who support schools participating in the scheme. They offer guidance and ideas to class teachers, and provide workshops and assemblies. We are looking for someone based in Gloucestershire or South Gloucestershire to go into schools in these areas.

About you

If you would like the opportunity to use your professional expertise in an exciting new project, and to inspire young people to make a difference, then this role could suit you. You will need to have engaging presentation skills and some experience of working in the education system.

You will also be required:

-to be available for a minimum of one visit per term

-to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check

Further Information

You will get training for your role, our latest schools' resources, and support from a member of staff. You will also receive out-of-pocket expenses. To find out more, see the task description or contact [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

About us

For over 70 years, we've been standing with the poorest of our neighbours. We work in countries across Africa, South America and Asia, with people of all faiths and none, to stand up for dignity, equality and justice. Together we can create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty.

Our voices and actions are stronger together. And with your help, we can make an even bigger difference. Our faith demands that we challenge the injustices that keep people poor and marginalised. Standing together, we can tackle the root causes of poverty and challenge the systems that keep people poor.

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate volunteers to help us grow our campaigning work in Gloucestershire. Can you help us grow and mobilise a network of campaigners, to help challenge the systems and structures that perpetuate poverty and injustice? Training and expenses will be provided. Successful applicants would have an important role to play in supporting our ongoing campaigning work in the areas of climate change and tax justice, potentially organising campaigning meetings with the local MP. The time commitment would be flexible depending on what the successful applicant could offer.

About you

You will be a clear and effective communicator with the ability to inspire others to take action.

You will share Christian Aid's commitment to challenging and changing the systems that keep people poor.

You will have an interest in global poverty issues and believe that campaigning for justice can change people's lives.

You will understand the Christian context in which Christian Aid works, and be able to communicate effectively with a Christian audience.

You will be comfortable working with IT and social media and have access to a computer.

Further Information

For further information please contact Noel Sharp, [email protected] 0781 4141100

Important information: All of our volunteering opportunities are based in the UK and requires applicants to have a visa that allows them to volunteer in the UK.

There has never been a better time to get involved with Street Child. We are one of the most ambitious and exciting international development charities around and this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation.

In 2008, Street Child was launched in Sierra Leone and since then our local team has grown to over 400 social workers, educators, finance officers, business mentors and Directors. As a Street Child volunteer, you will be working closely alongside these teams supporting their work where your skills are most needed. 

As a Communications Volunteer, you will be capturing stories from the field to create compelling content for the Street Child portfolio that may be published across both our own as well as national media platforms. Additionally, this will include documenting the progress of our projects. You will also be developing a communication strategy and content for our local partners to help train them on case study writing and photography. Working alongside the local team, you will be able to create your own narrative but you will also be expected to remain flexible in order to perform tasks according to the project needs at the time of your placement.

We are passionate about supporting people who have been affected by human trafficking and/or modern slavery with practical support at a local level. 

We cannot do this without the help of enthusiastic volunteers, so would you like to come and join us?

This role offers an exciting opportunity to come alongside survivors of modern slavery who have transitioned out of crisis and are moving toward rebuilding their lives and settling into London. 

The Salvation Army is growing a network of community-based support, which provides survivors of modern slavery with a link to their local community and signposting to the range of available support they may need.

This daytime session will be on a specified weekday and will run for approximately 2 hours - further information will be provided to potential applicants. It gives survivors continuity of support as they are served in a group setting at the corps (church) /centre in a drop-in style format that will follow a formal programme to accommodate clients' needs.

As one of our volunteers, you will receive specialised training and regular support from our Community Hub team.

Role: Support Volunteer (reception, room host, refreshments, help desk or creche staff)

Location: Central London based - further details of the location will be given to successful applicants

Availability: Daytime session on a specified weekday over the total period of 3-4 hours with a preferred 12 month commitment period. You must also be able to attend initial training as well as further ongoing support/training.

Please note we are only accepting female applicants at this moment in time for our female only services.

Street Child works to improve access to and quality of education for children. Street Child works through local partners in the humanitarian and development sector, to increase education opportunities to children currently being denied this right. 

Uganda is home to 1.4 million refugees, fleeing the ongoing conflicts in South Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo. Street Child has supported these vulnerable communities since early 2018 and has recently expanded to support Ugandan children in rural and urban communities who are out of school. Street Child’s work across Uganda includes education, child protection and livelihoods programmes.

We are looking for skilled individuals to help support Street Child and our local partners operations, from the head office. Our projects require efficient office processes to guarantee the effective implementation of our programmes, as well as our local partners.

This is a unique opportunity to gain experience with one of the world’s leading international development organisations, whilst learning more about the sector and gaining a direct insight into improving access to education for children across Uganda. 

Street Child works to improve access to and quality of education for children. Street Child works through local partners in the humanitarian and development sector, to increase education opportunities to children currently being denied this right. 

Uganda is home to 1.4 million refugees, fleeing the ongoing conflicts in South Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo. Street Child has supported these vulnerable communities since early 2018 and has recently expanded to support Ugandan children in rural and urban communities who are out of school. Street Child’s work across Uganda includes education, child protection and livelihoods programmes. 

Funding is one of the most crucial parts to both starting and maintaining projects. Street Child is seeking skilled individuals to work with Street Child and local partners to improve their fundraising activities. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience with one of the world’s leading international development organisations, whilst learning more about the sector and gaining a direct insight into improving access to education for children across Uganda. 

Street Child works to improve access to and quality of education for children. Street Child works through local partners in the humanitarian and development sector, to increase education opportunities to children currently being denied this right. 

Uganda is home to 1.4 million refugees, fleeing the ongoing conflicts in South Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo. Street Child has supported these vulnerable communities since early 2018 and has recently expanded to support Ugandan children in rural and urban communities who are out of school. Street Child’s work across Uganda includes education, child protection and livelihoods programmes. 

Street Child is looking for a skilled individual that wants to gain experience in the development sector by undertaking a communications support role within our team. This is a fantastic chance to improve and use your skills in storytelling, photography and writing. In addition, you will have the opportunity to gain insight into the programmes and projects of an internationally recognised NGO. 

This is a unique opportunity to gain experience with one of the world’s leading international development organisations, whilst learning more about the sector and gaining a direct insight into improving access to education for children across Uganda. 

About the organisation:

SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the south east of Madagascar. We integrate high quality community health, sustainable livelihoods, education infrastructure and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change and add to international best practice through research and publication across all of our programmatic areas. We are now looking for entry level officers and managers to work alongside national staff and expand our team.

Position Overview:

The role of Volunteer Coordination and Logistics Officer offers the right candidate a unique and exciting opportunity to work across both office and field environments providing planning, logisticaland pastoral support to all of SEED Madagascar’s international staff and volunteers. The officer will work alongside both local and International staff based in the town of Fort Dauphin, and also spend some time in the field in basic rural conditions in the beautiful area of Anosy, southeast Madagascar.

The role of the officer is key in supporting both International staff members who come to SEED for twelve months and to ensure the smooth functioning of SEEDs short term programmes, acting as a key liaison between project and volunteering teams both in the field and the office base. An internship for the first three months before taking on the full responsibility for the post this exciting post would suit someone with some experience or a passion to learn.

Title: Volunteer Coordination and Logistics Intern for initial 3 months, change of title and responsibilities to Officer subject to passing probationary review.
Contract type: One year, voluntary post for the full 12 months (food and transport paid in the field)
Job type: Office based with around 15% time spent in the field
Location: Anosy Region, Madagascar
Reporting to: International Operations Manager

Duties and responsibilities:

International Staff:

• Providing pre-departure logistical support and advice with visas, hotels, flights, accommodation, medication etc.

• Leading on the management and tracking of all logistics for incoming international staff

• Leading on supporting International staff during their initial time with SEED including airport pick up, orientation, social inclusion, housing and any other issues

• Supporting international staff with ongoing logistical issues, such as visa renewals, sickness, and housing

• Assisting with the recruitment of International staff, including primary responsibility for managing the advertisement of vacancies

• Maintaining all long term volunteer databases

• Responsibility for reviewing and updating procedures and documentation relating to the onboarding of international staff

• Work alongside line managers to smoothly integrate new members into the team

• Completing ad hoc tasks related to logistics and communications as needed by International Operations Manager

Short-term Volunteers:

• Working alongside the London and Madagascar based teams to provide support to volunteers prior to coming to Madagascar

• Supporting welcome talks, orientation talks and activity briefings to ensure volunteers are fully informed about project work, local culture etc.

• Maintaining, reviewing and updating all volunteering information includingorientation guide, orientation talks and all documentation in the coordinator’s file

• Leading on social media content for the volunteering programme including volunteer blog and collation of photographs and video

• Working alongside London team in promoting and marketing the volunteering programme

• Leading on logistics and support for student groups both pre arrival and whilst in the field

• Lead on the collection, analysis and dissemination of feedback from the volunteer programme

• Ensuring all handbooks, procedures and risk assessments are regularly reviewed and updated

• Supporting volunteers to settle in and work in the field placements to ensure successful communication between volunteers, project teams, guides Acting as a liaison between field-based and office-based volunteer teams, coordinating and assisting with all logistics, responding to all issues that arise in the field

• Liaising with Research Team to ensure support and care is provided to manage and maintain the physical and psychological welfare of volunteers

• Providing guidance and intervention to ensure all staff and volunteers act in a positive culturally and environmentally sensitive way

  Person Specification:

• Experience of volunteering, abroad or in a developing country is desirable

• Have excellent communication skills

• Have excellent MS office skills and be comfortable using G-suite programmes

• Be fluent in English, although French language is not required, it would be an advantage

• Be patient and understanding when dealing with concerns

• Be comfortable living and working in rural, basic conditions when in the field

• Have the ability and desire to build capacity across cultures, working with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers

• Possess an open mind and the ability to form good relationships both internally and externally with a variety of social groups, including excellent listening and verbal communication skills and a flexible and patient attitude

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to SEED’s ethos and approach and be a good ambassador for the organisation at all times

• Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEEDs policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately

• Demonstrate the ability, social skills and confidence to give clear guidance and support to other members of the team in respect of the philosophy and procedures of SEED in order to protect both their safety and the reputation of the NGO

• Be punctual and be able to work to tight deadlines in an organised manner and to a high standard

• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Have passion, curiosity and motivation for the job while working in an honest and trustworthy manner.

  Practicalities:

• Be able to financially support yourself for the duration of the contract

• Hold a first aid certificate

• Have a clear DBS check

• Have a suitable laptop computer and tent

  Application procedure:

  Interested applicants should send a CV and a cover letter outlining how their skills and experience match the requirements in the role description criteria and detailing why they wish to be considered for this post to Ellie Kearns by email. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Long-listed applicants will have an initial informal chat with Madagascar based staff and short listed applicants will then be offered a face-to- face interview with the London team in person.