Youth/Children Volunteer Roles
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AT CENTER GLD - INDONESIA
Unlock a World of Opportunities with IHF's GLD Program in Indonesia!
Are you an Indonesian citizen with aspirations of leading an institution, school, or non-profit? Look no further than IHF's Global Leadership Development (GLD) program, available at our Jakarta, Bali, and Medan centers (Yayasan). The best part? While foreign legacy students pay for this service, Indonesian citizens receive FREE training along with a small stipend and room and board.
Overview
IHF, an award-winning International Non-profit established in 2001, is on a mission to (1) educate impoverished children, igniting their highest potential and fostering loving, healthy communities, and (2) enlighten global citizens through hands-on experiences, both online and in person. We provide a platform for learning and practicing leadership skills, welcoming participants from kindergarten to retirement age.
Join our IHF Indonesia Center for the Global Leadership Development (GLD) program and make a genuine impact during your stay as a volunteer.
The Role
As a GLD participant, you'll engage in four hours of local on-site tasks in addition to four hours per day as a member of various International Online Teams. Your local tasks may include, but are not limited to:
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Providing hands-on support for the center's daily operations
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Engaging in cultural exchange, teaching classes, and organizing fun activities for our children, teens, and university students
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Enhancing our children's education by participating in our online mentor and Study-Buddy programs
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Taking charge of the management, design, and execution of community-led projects aligned with your academic or professional expertise
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Overseeing local and international volunteers, shaping their experience at our Indonesian IHF Centers.
Your international online tasks may include, but are not limited to:
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Budgeting and finance
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Donor relations and sponsorships
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Social media campaigns and fundraising
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Social Media & Website development
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Human Resources
Essential Requirements
We welcome volunteers who:
Have confidence in using basic English language (both spoken and written)
Possess a passion for international development, with a strong focus on universal education
Share career development goals aligned with IHF's mission
Eligibility
The program calls for a college diploma or university degree and a minimum commitment of four months, although we encourage volunteers to stay for up to one year. All volunteers enjoy one day off per week and a four-day holiday per month.
Benefits
In addition to making a significant impact on the lives of the children we serve, you'll also enjoy the following benefits:
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Certificate of program completion
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Letter of recommendation upon request
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Acquire leadership and management skills to thrive in the ever-changing global environment
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Gain practical experience in an NGO environment
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Join a global network of IHF volunteers and alumni
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Build a diverse global network with professionals from various backgrounds
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You'll also receive a monthly per diem in addition to room and board. The small stipend increases every three months, ranging from 508,000.00 IDR to 2,180,000.00 IDR.
Note: Given our work with children, we do require an up-to-date clean criminal background check for accepted applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is seeking experts and learners in Fundraising & Grant Writing.
Volunteer Globally from your home. Whether an hour a month or an hour a day, whether experienced or new; your help is needed. Meet many people from diverse cultures and socio- economic backgrounds globally, while helping children seeking a brighter future.
We seek experts, volunteering online 1-2 hours a month. You will meet and get to know generous people from many countries around the world, in all socio-economic backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Camberwell After School Project is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Treasurer to support this award winning children's charity which has provided a nurturing and positive childcare experience to many children for almost 40 years.
The Tresurer will oversee the financial affairs of the organisation and ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practice.
The post holder will also be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the financial health of the organisation to the Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaise with relevant employees, committee members and/or volunteers to ensure the financial viability of the organisation.
- Ensure fellow Trustees are aware of their financial obligations and take a lead in interpreting financial data to them.
- Regularly report the financial position at Trustee meetings (balance sheet, cash flow, fundraising performance etc).
- Oversee the production of an annual budget and propose its adoption at the last meeting of the previous financial year.
- Ensure proper records are kept and that effective financial procedures and controls are in place, ie:
- Cheque signatories
- Purchasing limits
- Purchasing systems
- Salary payments
- Pensions
- PAYE and NI payments
- Others as appropriate
- Appraising the financial viability of plans, proposals and feasibility studies.
- Lead on appointing and liaising with auditors/an independent examiner.
- Oversee the finance records on Xero ensuring posting and bookkeeping is kept up-to-date.
- Regularly carry out reconciliations/ oversee regular reconciliations by the Finance Officer.
- Authorise payments to creditors as appropriate and arrange appropriate signatures on payments.
Skills, experience and qualities we are seeking are:
- Dedicated towards the organisation's mission, aims and objectives.
- Willing to share ideas, expertise, knowledge and skills.
- Forward thinking and visionary.
- Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising finance practice relevant to voluntary and community organisations.
- Knowledge and understanding of charity law
- Knowledge of bookkeeping and financial management (as necessary).
- Good financial analysis skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Good people skills
- Willing to take on the challenges of collective working towards a sustainable organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Global Social Club (GSC) is the UK’s first Youth Club of Sanctuary. It’s a space of welcome for young people aged 14-25 from around the city and around the world. GSC is centred on fun, friendship, creativity & celebrating diversity. It’s a warm and inclusive space for young people to connect and share experiences.
We are looking for people who are happy to lend a hand and who are …
- Aged 23 and above.
- Able to connect with young people with warmth and ease, forming positive relationships.
- Willing to participate fully in GSC sessions including games & activities.
We are striving to develop a team that is more representative of the young people we work with. This means we particularly welcome applications from people with lived experiences of racism, migration, forced displacement or being a refugee.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The BGF Foundation is looking for up to three new trustees to support our ambitious grant-making plans.
Our purpose is to support young people throughout the UK. Launched in 2022, the BGF Foundation is an independent charitable foundation. It is supported by cornerstone funding from BGF, an investment company that provides growth capital for small and mid-sized businesses in the UK and Ireland.
We harness the financial resources, leadership and expertise of BGF, its portfolio companies and talent network – collectively one of the UK’s largest and most active entrepreneurial networks. The Foundation has ambassadors in every region who work with us to identify local charities, coordinate pro bono support and build long-term partnerships with them.
To date we have provided multi-year grants to growing charities that support young people: MyBnk, Leadership Through Sport and Business and Social Enterprise Academy. We have also supported a number of charities with smaller individual grants.
We have undergone a strategic review and our focus will now be on open funding rounds for ambitious youth charities who are ready to scale their impact. We focus on areas where our funding, skills, networks and knowledge can make the most impact. These are enterprise, education, employment, mental health and physical wellbeing.
This is a pivotal time for the Foundation, and key to our future success will be up to three new trustees that can broaden our diversity and add to the skills and perspectives of the Board to support this new strategic approach.
We are especially interested in those with expertise in the charity sector (grant-making, strategy and governance), supporting growing charities, or working with young people.
Previous board/trustee experience is not necessary.
Trustees will be appointed for a term of three years.
To apply, please submit a CV and short letter outlining your motivation for applying through our website.
Deadine for applications is 5pm on 23 May.
BGF is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, age, nationality or socio-economic background. As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide personal information related to diversity and inclusiveness. The information you provide is kept confidential and will not be used to evaluate your candidacy. We collect this data to help us analyse our recruitment processes and implement the necessary interventions that promote greater equity, diversity, and inclusiveness.
The BGF Foundation provides grant funding and pro bono support to charities that are supporting young people throughout the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Spark! are a growing youth employment charity and are seeking to strengthen our Board through the appointment of 5 new trustees with a passion for supporting young people in to pathways towards meaningful and sustained employment and rewarding careers.
We are particularly looking for trustees who can demonstrate skills or experience in one or more of the following areas to enhance our Governance.
- Finance and accounting
- Local authority
- Education sector
- HR and training
- Central Government and campaigning
We are also seeking Young Trustees (under 25 years old) to represent youth voice on our Board. Ideally this will be someone with relevant lived experience and/or someone who has participated in Spark! programmes.
We also welcome candidates with links to our priority areas of Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow, and from those with backgrounds that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity to join IRMO and be part of the Latin American Youth Forum (LAYF). LAYF is a youth-led group based at IRMO for migrant and refugee young people aged 13-19 where activities are offered in a trilingual space (Spanish, Portuguese and English). LAYF ensures that everyone can feel safe and supported to overcome barriers and find their feet in the UK. At LAYF young people can: ➔ Learn English through fun and engaging weekly ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes. ➔ Learn new skills and get inspired through weekly educational, art and theme-based workshops. ➔ Get support to access education, volunteer and employment opportunities through a targeted mentoring programme. ➔ Lead the LAYF Youth Steering Group, learn about leadership and inspire other Spanish and Portuguese-speaking young people. ➔ Explore London and its surrounding through cultural trips and residentials. The LAYF Volunteer Mentor will deliver a programme of 8-12 mentoring sessions focusing on the personal, educational and professional development of each mentee. They must be fluent in Spanish or Portuguese, and English and have availability to support young people on weekdays during out-of-school hours. The sessions can take place at IRMO or remotely as it’s most convenient for the mentee.
MAIN TASKS
● Plan and deliver a targeted mentoring programme suited to the needs of each mentee.
● Write accurate mentoring notes during/after each session and discuss progress at regular supervision meetings.
● Allocate some time to research on the best way to support the mentee and any resources that might be beneficial for the session and for them to work on.
● Carry out regular monitoring & evaluation tasks.
● Meet regularly with the Youth Worker & Mentor to check on the progress of mentees
WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS/HAS:
● Fluent in English and Spanish, or English and Portuguese (essential).
● Some experience in mentoring young people in school or out-of-school setting.
● Aware of the issues facing migrants, especially children and young people, in the UK.
● A warm, friendly, patient and empathetic approach towards young people with complex needs.
● Good time management and organisational skills to be able to deliver regular mentoring sessions.
● Ability to set own work priorities, take initiative and work independently with the young people.
● Some knowledge of safeguarding and child protection in the UK.
● Non-judgemental, empathetic and committed to IRMO’s mission and values
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
● Two references from current/previous employers.
● Enhanced DBS Check (completed through IRMO).
● Safeguarding Level 1 certificate (completed through IRMO).
● One month trial period.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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While gaining invaluable experience, practice your passion within real-life scenarios.
We’re looking for Social Media Manager volunteers to join our team, who will play a key role in the growth of our brand messages and visions. The ideal candidate will assist us grow our on-line presence and increase traffic to our digital channels.
Responsibilities
Increase traffic to our digital channels
Grow our brand messages, visions and on-line presence.
Requirements
Working experience with online digital marketing & Social Media
Strong verbal, written, and organisational skills.
Enthusiastic, Dedicated and willing to learn.
The role could be entirely remote and is unremunerated but all reasonable expenses will be met.
About TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a METRO Youth Volunteer, you would be an integral member of the youth team in supporting the Lead and Support Workers in the delivery of the weekly groups. These are held in London boroughs and Medway, Kent. You would be responsible for tasks such as setting up the space and activities, chatting with young people and supporting the facilitation of activities. Your support would enable the lead worker to provide more one to one support as necessary and help in the overall management of some very vibrant groups as well as supporting future advertising and promotion to encourage more participants for some of the quieter groups.
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Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK.
Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale!
Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s.
You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability.
Why we want you
Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK.
What you will be doing
- Work on the till processing sales and returns
- Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing
- Create stylish window displays
- Replenish stock on the shop floor
- Stock-take and other administrative tasks
The skills you need
- Friendly and helpful
- Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers
- Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s
- Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks
What's in it for you
- Have fun and meet new people
- Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving
- Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families
- Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses
- Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer
Disclaimer
We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on our website.
Location:
48 St. Peters Avenue, Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, DN35 8HP, United Kingdom
Minimum age: 14
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Volunteer Opportunity: Website Designer at REMIX
About Us:
REMIX is a newly established startup and vibrant youth charity based in London. We are committed to empowering young people by providing essential life skills, employability skills, personal development, mentoring, and other youth work activities. Our mission is to equip young people with the tools they need to navigate life successfully and contribute positively to their communities.
Role: Website Designer
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop a one-page website for REMIX, that we can later build on and add too.
- Collaborate with our team to understand our needs and translate them into a functional and aesthetically pleasing website.
- Ensure the website is user-friendly, responsive, and aligns with our brand identity.
- Test and optimise the website for maximum speed, scalability, and efficiency.
- Provide website maintenance and improvements as needed.
Requirements:
- Passionate about youth development and empowerment.
- Proven experience in web design, preferably with a portfolio of past projects.
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other relevant web design technologies.
- Strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions, and standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to volunteer flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people.
- Gain valuable experience in web design and add to your portfolio.
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please send a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role, and a link to your portfolio.
REMIX is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
REMIX
EMPOWER | INSPIRE | TRANSFORM
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Volunteer Opportunity: Treasurer on the Board of Trustees at REMIX
About Us:
REMIX is a newly established startup dynamic youth charity based in London. We are committed to empowering young people by providing essential life skills, employability skills, personal development, mentoring, and other youth work activities. Our mission is to equip young people with the tools they need to navigate life successfully and contribute positively to their communities.
Role: Treasurer on the Board of Trustees
Responsibilities:
- Set up the financial management and controls of REMIX, including budget forecasting, policies and procedures and financial management and control systems and processes.
- Oversee the financial management and reporting of REMIX.
- Develop and implement financial strategies in line with our mission and objectives.
- Ensure that our financial resources are used responsibly and effectively.
- Collaborate with other trustees and stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of our programmes.
- Provide financial advice and guidance to the board of trustees.
- Lead on the set up and management of the REMIX's bank account, HMRC PAYE and Gift Aid and the Charity Commission Reporting.
Requirements:
- Passionate about youth development and empowerment.
- Previous experience in financial management, preferably in a non-profit setting.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people.
- Gain valuable experience in financial management and charity governance.
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role.
REMIX is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
REMIX
EMPOWER | INSPIRE | TRANSFORM
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteering Manager at REMIX
About Us:
REMIX is a newly established vibrant youth charity based in London. We are committed to empowering young people by providing essential life skills, employability skills, personal development, mentoring, and other youth work activities. Our mission is to equip young people with the tools they need to navigate life successfully and contribute positively to their communities.
Role: Volunteering Manager
Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the volunteer programme at REMIX.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
- Develop and implement strategies to engage volunteers in our programme.
- Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of our volunteer programme.
- Evaluate the impact of our volunteer programme and make necessary adjustments to improve our services.
Requirements:
- Passionate about youth development and empowerment.
- Previous experience in volunteer management, mentoring, or a related field.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people.
- Gain valuable experience in volunteer management and charity management.
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role.
REMIX is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
REMIX
EMPOWER | INSPIRE | TRANSFORM
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Employability Skills Programme Lead at REMIX
About Us:
REMIX is a newly established youth charity based in London. We are dedicated to empowering young people by providing essential life skills, employability skills, personal development, mentoring, and other youth work activities. Our mission is to equip young people with the tools they need to navigate life successfully and contribute positively to their communities.
Role: Employability Skills Programme Lead
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of our Employability Skills Programme.
- Develop and implement strategies to engage young people in the programme.
- Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of the programme.
- Evaluate the impact of the programme and make necessary adjustments to improve our services.
- Provide mentoring and guidance to young people, helping them to develop essential employability skills.
Requirements:
- Passionate about youth development and empowerment.
- Previous experience in employability skills training, mentoring, or a related field.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to volunteer flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people.
- Gain valuable experience in employability skills training and charity management.
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role.
REMIX is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
REMIX
EMPOWER | INSPIRE | TRANSFORM
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Head of Youth Work at REMIX
About Us:
REMIX is a newly established youth charity based in London. We are dedicated to empowering young people by providing essential life skills, employability skills, personal development, mentoring, and other youth work activities. Our mission is to equip young people with the tools they need to navigate life successfully and contribute positively to their communities.
Role: Head of Youth Work
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the delivery of our youth work activities.
- Develop and implement strategies to engage young people in our programmes.
- Mentor and guide young people, helping them to develop essential life and employability skills.
- Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of our programmes.
- Evaluate the impact of our work and make necessary adjustments to improve our services.
Requirements:
- Passionate about youth development and empowerment.
- Previous experience in youth work, mentoring, or a related field.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to volunteer flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people.
- Gain valuable experience in youth work and charity management.
- Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
- Training and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role.
REMIX is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
REMIX
EMPOWER | INSPIRE | TRANSFORM
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.