SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast 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:

Based in the coastal town of Fort Dauphin in the southeast of Madagascar, this post will provide support to the community health and WASH projects running through the NGO. SEED Madagascar’s approach focuses on both conservation research through our permanent research programme (SCRP) and on initiatives with our sustainable livelihoods team who support impoverished rural communities to diversify their livelihoods, develop alternative livelihood practices to increase income and reduce pressure on dwindling natural resources. The successful candidate will work within a combined National and international team to assist in developing projects,writingproposalstosecurefunding,supporting with the implementation of projects and evaluating their success. The role is predominantly office-based with some bush travel. The diversity of activities undertaken will provide a wide-ranging experience for an early career development professional who can effectively and efficiently deal with a comprehensive range of tasks related to the complex world of overseas development.

Title:

Location: Timeframe: Probationary period: Contract:
Reporting to:

Project Development Intern for initial 3 months, change of title and responsibilities to Project Development Officer subject to passing probationary review.

Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar
12 months extendable
3 months
Voluntary, unsalaried for 12 months
Head of Project Development (Community Health and WASH)

Primary Responsibilities:

Development of new projects (including funding searches); preparation and editing of proposals and reports; information formatting; monitoring and evaluation of current projects; researching International best practice; liaison with the London project development team and local staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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Compile funding proposals based on past evaluation, team discussion and International best practice in an engaging and professional manner

Support development of projects that fulfil local need and sit within the aims of SEED for poverty reduction and environmental conservation in the aforementioned sectors, taking into account research findings, local needs and constraints, government objectives and SEED’s previous experience

Write project reports to a high standard of English that clearly demonstrate the successes and challenges of the community health and WASH projects, learning from the project and give clear budgetary information

Conduct internet searches for potential donors to fund the programme and relating projects

Conduct research into international best practice with regard to community health and WASH programmes and take the lead in discussing these with the team.

Take a leading role in ensuring that all of the statistics relating to the projects are accurate Take an active role in project management meetings, leading these where appropriate

Work with the Malagasy team in increasing their skills and capacity, providing mentoring or training where appropriate

Assist in developing monitoring and evaluation tools for projects and to work with the team in the field on implementing these

10. Analyse data and be able to clearly and concisely present to the team, with demonstrable ability in gathering and assimilating information from various sources, compiling documents (reports and proposals), and identifying lessons learnt and best practice

11. Work alongside the Head of Project Development and Head of Finance in developing and managing the budgets relating to projects

12. Work alongside the Communications and Media Officer to build a communications plan for the community health and WASH projects.

1. Form part of the team representing projects or SEED when required.

2. Liaise with the UK team in London ensuring clear communication at all times.

3. Maintain a database of projects and funders alongside the UK team in London and maintain the database of photographs for projects.

4. Take an active part in international team meetings and the support to other members of the team.

5. Complete other ad-hoc tasks as required by the Community Health and WASH Programme Coordinators, Head of Project Development or Director of Operations and Heads of Departments to further the aims and work of the organisation.

Person Specification:

●  Hold an undergraduate/ Master’s degree in or relating to community health or have equivalent experience.

●  Demonstrate sound knowledge and keen interest in community health and WASH and its interface with international development; previous experience of community health and WASH or community-based work would be an asset.

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

●  Have passion, curiosity and motivation for the job and the ability to enthuse others.

●  Have the ability and desire to work with teams from different economic and cultural

backgrounds and across multiple language barriers.

●  Have the ability and desire to build capacity and share skills across cultures and work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers.

●  Demonstrate proven ability to recognise and appropriately deal with challenging situations.

●  Demonstrate an awareness of and comfort with increased social and professional responsibility, working at all times with cultural sensitivity and respect.

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

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

●  Have a flexible and patient attitude.

●  Have excellent problem-solving skills.

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

Practicalities:

The successful candidate will be able to financially support themselves for the full duration of this post and will have their own laptop computer (non-tablet) and tent.

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Citizens Advice Westminster was one of the very first bureau founded in 1939. We provide free, independent, confidential and impartial advice and information to residents of Westminster. Which is only possible with the help of our talented and passionate volunteers. Citizens Advice Westminster was voted ‘Charity of the Year’ in 2015 by Charity Times. Citizens Advice Westminster provides a safe and supportive environment where volunteers can learn and develop new skills and knowledge.

We offer a range of volunteering opportunities and roles for people with the relevant skills and availability:

• Gateway Assessor – Delivering triage service to our clients with the opportunity to progress into Adviser Roles.
• Information/Administration Assistant – Client facing role. Duties include reception and administrative duties.
• Corporate Engagement Fundraiser – Experienced fundraiser to Improve the organisation’s relationship with stakeholders and the local community for the purposes of boosting our profile and raising funds.
• IT Support Volunteer - Supporting front-line team with all ICT and troubleshooting. Data analysis of service and performance stats, detecting trends and other reporting functions.
• Digital Money Coach – Coaching a variety of community groups and individuals on a one to one basis on IT and digital skills and helping clients complete forms both online and paper.
• Financial Capability Trainer - Developing and delivering financial education to a variety of community groups and individuals on a one to one basis.
• Form Filling Assistant - Assist clients in completing forms to enable them to access money or services to which they are entitled.

No experience required in all roles (except Corporate Engagement Fundraiser role) as full training will be provided. We ask candidates for a commitment of at least 1-2 days per week with a minimum commitment of 9-12 months. Candidates would be asked to sit aptitude test as part of the recruitment process.

What you’ll get out of volunteering:

• Induction and full training will equip you with the tools required to carry out the tasks involved in confidently
• Opportunities to study towards recognised qualifications
• Become part of a friendly community and opportunities to operate with people with diverse set of skills and knowledge.
• Enhance communication, administrative, presentation and IT skills
• Enrolment on local time credits scheme
• Free fully funded Level 2 course and qualifications in over 40 subject areas
• Travel expenses paid for Zones 1-3

If you are interested in joining us as a Volunteer, please complete and return the Expression of Interest Form to us.

Community Scotia is a new grassroots community led charity with an aim to bring people together in unity and under one community, bring people together in community spirit, while forging a family environment with an aim to bring back the collective society so that no one is isolated or lonely.

We are in need of a Volunteer for the role of Graphic Designer who has their own software and equipment and who is willing to volunteer their skills to help us create a logo and publicity materials to help us get started.

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We really hope you can help us, so we can get out into the community and make a difference!!!

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• Trainee Engagement Ranger: Based at Occombe Farm, this role will give you hands-on experience in the education team. Assisting with the planning and delivery of School Day Visits, Residential Stays and Engagement Activities across all the Trusts main sites in Torbay; including farmland, marine, woodland, parkland and headlands.

About you:

• You are an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who is keen to build knowledge and practical skills within the countryside charity sector
• You will have good communication and interpersonal skills and be happy to engage with a wide public audience and varied age range of participants
• You will work with creativity and flexibility both independently and as part of a team
• You will need to be physically fit
• You will have an interest in the countryside and heritage and enjoy engaging people within it
• You should be available ideally 4 days a week, 30 hours a week

What we offer:

• 9-12 Month Training Programme
• Free accommodation
• Substantial Training budget for external courses
• Role specific training
• Work experience in a successful organisation that will demonstrate your abilities and commitment to future employers
• Full mentorship throughout your placement from an experienced member of staff guiding you through your professional development, including support with job applications and references for future employers
• Networking opportunities within the organisation, partner organisations and other organisations that work within the same sector

For more information on the role and to download an application form please visit our website

Applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

Start Date: Monday 10th February 2020

Any applicants who have not heard from us by the date of the interview should consider their application unsuccessful.

Refugee Support Admin Volunteer

Location: Tilbury Centre, RM18 7DA

Commitment: 1 day a week (minimum 4 hours) on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday

About the role

As a Refugee Support Admin volunteer, you would be helping the Refugee Support Team as they support refugees and asylum-seekers to adjust to life in a new country and access vital services. There may be administrative duties needed to support casework, (such as telephone calls letter writing or referring) as guided by the case/ project workers Business critical back office support, enables us to monitor and evaluate our work to ensure we are needs led and user focused.

About the Team

We use kindness to help those in crisis.

Every year thousands of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants arrive in the UK with little support, money, or opportunities. Sometimes these people don't even have the means to find and contact their loved ones back home. It's our job to do what we can to help.

We're a diverse, busy team dotted all over the country who share the common goal of doing what we can to make refugee lives that little bit brighter. From providing emotional support to reuniting families, we're committed to helping as many people as we can in as many ways as we can. Seeing the look on someone's face when they are put back in contact with a partner, parent, or child, that they thought they'd never see again is simply priceless.

About the person

You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training will be given for any technical requirements. Also someone who is:

• A good communicator and empathetic about the situation and needs of refugees.
• Understanding of GDPR regulations or willingness to learn.
• Able to keep the service user at the heart of what you do, supporting the Red Cross to understand service user needs and the difference our role makes.
• Knowledgeable about database systems.
• Able to speak good English; plus knowledge of a foreign language would be useful (particularly one used in the current local refugee population).
• Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy.
• Able to commit time and assist us (predominantly) between 9 -5, Monday to Friday.

Tasks included in this Role:

• Assisting the Refugee Support project coordinator with setting up activities
• Creating information packs or collating resources for the department and service users
• Helping with record keeping and other administrative tasks
• Filing, taking phone calls, mailshots, data entry, research, volunteer rotas, minutes at meeting, arrangement of interpreters.

What We Offer

• Access to relevant in-house training and development opportunities, including British Red Cross intranet site, e-learning facility and 'Fuse' (our online platform where you can access a range of engaging bite sized pieces of learning to support your personal development.
• A full induction, support and supervision throughout your volunteering period
• Valuable exposure to the work of the Red Cross in the UK and around the world
• Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses when on duty
• Being a volunteer for the British Red Cross means that you can proudly say you are part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation

Young People and This Role

We value the energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to this role. To volunteer for this role you must be aged 16+. However (subject to a risk assessment, safeguarding requirements and parental consent) those aged 15+ can be involved in a variety of activities such as promoting the service, supporting service volunteers and undertaking training.

Here's a little bit more about us...

The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes.

From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis.

We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness.

Our organisation was born out of a desire to bring help without discrimination. Impartiality and neutrality have been central values for the Red Cross since we started.

We support a huge range of people and we recruit for a diverse workforce - including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

Connecting human kindness with human crisis

• Identify patients to telephone for an interview who have attended A+E in mental health crisis
• Identify telephone numbers
• Telephone patients and ask feedback on their experience with the service using the questions provided
• Document responses on an excel spreadsheet

Refugee Support Project Volunteer

Location: Tilbury Centre, RM18 7DA

Commitment: 1 day a week (minimum 4 hours) on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday

About the role

As a Refugee Project Volunteer, you would be helping asylum-seekers and refugees adjust to life in a new country offering valuable support and advice to ease the process for service users, and to support a team of caseworkers

About the Team

We use kindness to help those in crisis.

Every year thousands of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants arrive in the UK with little support, money, or opportunities. Sometimes these people don't even have the means to find and contact their loved ones back home. It's our job to do what we can to help.

We're a diverse, busy team dotted all over the country who share the common goal of doing what we can to make refugee lives that little bit brighter. From providing emotional support to reuniting families, we're committed to helping as many people as we can in as many ways as we can. Seeing the look on someone's face when they are put back in contact with a partner, parent, or child, that they thought they'd never see again is simply priceless.

About the person

You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training will be given for any technical requirements. Also someone who is:

• A good communicator and empathetic about the situation and needs of refugees
• Knowledgeable about conflict and migration issues and sensitive to cultural issues, including those relating to gender
• Able to use emotional support skills in a calm and responsible manner
• Personally resilient as you may need to deal with difficult or challenging situations
• Able to keep the service user at the heart of what you do, supporting the Red Cross to understand service user needs and the difference our role makes.
• Able to speak good English; plus knowledge of a foreign language would be useful (particularly one used in the current local refugee population)
• Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy
• Able to commit time and assist us (predominantly) between 9 -5, Monday to Friday.
• Understanding of GDPR regulations or willingness to learn.

Tasks included in this Role:

• Signposting refugees and asylum seekers on where to find local amenities and how to access services such as healthcare, English classes, purposeful activities to reduce isolation and enhance well being, & access to legal support,
• Initial needs assessments of service user critical needs and setting of goals.
• Assisting the project coordinator with setting up activities and helping support service users on organised trips
• Delivering practical assistance, such as food vouchers or clothing, alongside the monitoring of this.
• Collating resources or providing other administrative tasks such as booking appointments or filling in referral forms.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding and protection issues with vulnerable clients, including children and vulnerable adults

What We Offer

• Access to a blended learning approach via relevant in-house training and development opportunities, including British Red Cross intranet site, e-learning facility and 'Fuse' (our online platform where you can access a range of engaging bite sized pieces of learning to support your personal development.
• A full induction, support and supervision throughout your volunteering period
• Valuable exposure to the work of the Red Cross in the UK and around the world
• Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses when on duty
• Being a volunteer for the British Red Cross means that you can proudly say you are part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation.

Young People and This Role

We value the energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to this role. To volunteer for this role you must be aged 16+. However (subject to a risk assessment, safeguarding requirements and parental consent) those aged 15+ can be involved in a variety of activities such as promoting the service, supporting service volunteers and undertaking training.

Here's a little bit more about us...

The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes.

From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis.

We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness.

Our organisation was born out of a desire to bring help without discrimination. Impartiality and neutrality have been central values for the Red Cross since we started.

We support a huge range of people and we recruit for a diverse workforce - including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

Connecting Human Kindness with Human Crisis

As a Hearing Aid Support Volunteer,  you will provide support and advice to hearing aid users at our Hear to Help drop-in clinic, helping them with basic maintenance of their hearing aids.

Where?
We have drop in clinics in various locations across Leicester (Exact locations to be discussed at interview)
 

When?
Ideally, once a week during office hours depending on availability

What will you be doing?
As Hearing Aid Support Volunteer, you’ll perform the following tasks:

• Visit our regular walk-in clinics for hearing aid users

• Undertake basic maintenance on hearing aids such as re-tubing and battery replacement

• Sign post other agencies that may be beneficial to the service user

• Monitor the number of visits carried out and feedback to the volunteer coordinator

• Promote the work of Action on Hearing Loss

• Meet with other Action on Hearing Loss volunteers and staff to discuss the project and suggest any improvements.
   

Why do we need you?
It can take time for people to get used to hearing aids, understand the different settings and learn how to take care of them. Our Hearing Aid Support volunteers therefore provide a valuable service to people who depend on their hearing aids for day-to-day tasks and social interactions.
 

What skills do you need?
Here’s what we think could be beneficial:

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about issues affecting people confronting deafness, tinnitus and hearing loss- particularly older people

• Some experience of using hearing aids would be preferable

• Friendly, reliable and approachable manner

• Ability to listen to questions and to answer appropriately

• Happy to work with a wide range of people.

What support will you get?
We value your time and commitment and want to make sure you are enjoying volunteering with us.

In a recent survey, 92% of our volunteers would recommend Action on Hearing Loss as a good place to volunteer!

Regular support will be given by your own Volunteer Manager especially in the early stages of your role as you settle in.  You will also receive informal support from other Action on Hearing Loss volunteers and staff as you work together.

Here’s what our volunteers say!

“I enjoy meeting people and helping them with their queries. Hearing loss can cause frustration and isolation, leading to loss of confidence.  If I’m able to improve someone’s quality of life by sharing information or raising awareness of how others can help, then that’s very satisfying.” RB

What training is offered?
Action on Hearing Loss offers full, on-going training for all volunteers including an induction programme and further training specific to the volunteering role.  This may include:

• Training in Understanding Hearing Loss
• Volunteers also have the opportunity to attend other training relevant to their role

What will you gain?
Our volunteers receive the following benefits:

• Training – learning new skills, and gaining up-to-date knowledge of issues affecting people confronting deafness, tinnitus and hearing loss
• Experience – meeting new people in different situations, building new friendships with other Action on Hearing Loss volunteers
• Fulfilment– knowing that the time you provide will make a real difference to the people we support, and raising deaf awareness throughout society as a whole
• Expenses – all reasonable expenses incurred as a result of your volunteering will be reimbursed according to the Action on Hearing Loss expenses policy
• Opportunity to try other volunteering roles locally with Action on Hearing if available

Transport
You will need to travel locally, whether by car or public transport. All reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed, according to the Action on Hearing Loss Travel and Subsistence Policy.

Disclosure
You will be required to complete a DBS check (previously CRB), as some of your work may include working with vulnerable adults.

What next?
Thanks for taking the time to read these details. 

Ready to apply for this role? Excellent!

Click on the 'Apply on Website' button below to complete our online application form.

Refugee Support Food Support Volunteer

Location: Tilbury Centre, RM18 7DA

Commitment: This role requires volunteers who are available for 1 session a week on Monday afternoon, Monday evening or Tuesday mornings

Volunteers are required to have a valid UK driving licences and access to their own vehicle

This role is to collect food from local supermarkets on Monday afternoon (before 6 pm) and evening (8:30 pm - 9.30 pm ) and Tuesday mornings (9 am - 10 am). The food is donated and we collect to give out at our drop in on Tuesday mornings.

About the role

As a Food Support Volunteer, you would contribute to the welcome and ongoing support provided to Asylum Seekers and Refugees, responding to the destitution and isolation many experience.

About the Team

We use kindness to help those in crisis.

Every year thousands of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants arrive in the UK with little support, money, or opportunities. Sometimes these people don't even have the means to find and contact their loved ones back home. It's our job to do what we can to help.

We're a diverse, busy team dotted all over the country who share the common goal of doing what we can to make refugee lives that little bit brighter. From providing emotional support to reuniting families, we're committed to helping as many people as we can in as many ways as we can. Seeing the look on someone's face when they are put back in contact with a partner, parent, or child, that they thought they'd never see again is simply priceless.

About the person

You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training will be given for any technical requirements. Also, someone who is:

• A good communicator and empathetic about the situation and needs of refugees
• Knowledge and ability to adhere to Health and Safety regulations regarding Hygiene and Safe handling.
• A welcoming and friendly manner
• Knowledgeable about conflict and migration issues and sensitive to cultural issues, including those relating to gender
• Able to use emotional support skills in a calm and responsible manner
• Personally resilient as you may need to deal with difficult or challenging situations
• Able to keep the service user at the heart of what you do, supporting the Red Cross to understand service user needs and the difference our role makes.
• Able to speak English; plus, knowledge of a foreign language would be useful (particularly one used in the current local refugee population)
• Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy

Tasks included in this Role:

• Assisting with collecting and sorting of food from donors
• Assisting the project coordinator to distribute donated food to beneficiaries at a centre
• Assisting with the preparation and distribution of hot food at a drop- in centre
• Assisting the project coordinator to administer the safe storage of food
• Identifying and responding appropriately to safeguarding and protection issues with vulnerable clients, including children and vulnerable adults.

There may be other tasks specific to the location in which you are volunteering. These will be covered in the additional information supplied to you by the Refugee Support project in which you are volunteering.

What We Offer

• Access to relevant in-house training and development opportunities, including British Red Cross intranet site and e-learning facility
• A full induction, support and supervision throughout your volunteering period
• Valuable exposure to the work of the Red Cross in the UK and around the world
• Reimbursement of reasonable out-of-pocket expenses when on duty
• Being a volunteer for the British Red Cross means that you can proudly say you are part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation.

Additional Information

We value the energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to this role. Anyone can volunteer with the Red Cross from the age of 15. An individual risk assessment, parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those aged 15 - 17.

Here's a little bit more about us...

The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes.

From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis.

We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness.

Our organisation was born out of a desire to bring help without discrimination. Impartiality and neutrality have been central values for the Red Cross since we started.

We support a huge range of people and we recruit for a diverse workforce - including disabled and ethnic minority candidates. This is to contribute to the breadth of experience we need to respond to people in crisis.

Connecting human kindness with human crisis

Refugee Support Caseworker Volunteer

Location: Tilbury Centre, Essex, RM18 7DA

Commitment: 1 day a week (minimum 4 hours) on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday

About the role

The casework volunteer will work one-to-one with vulnerable asylum seekers and refugees to help them access suitable support services. We provide casework advice to refugees and asylum seekers on how to find their family members, family reunion, basic support and entitlements, healthcare, travel advice, legal advice, education, support for women, support for Young refugees, reducing social isolation, increasing wellbeing and destitution. We use a person-centred approach meaning we keep the service users' needs at the heart of our casework. We aim to build resilience by enabling through casework RAS to recover from personal crisis. BRC is a certain sign of hope to refugees and asylum seekers in crisis, & we work alongside many other statutory and charitable organisations to meet their needs.

About the Team

We use kindness to help those in crisis.

Every year thousands of refugees, asylum seekers and migrants arrive in the UK with little support, money, or opportunities. Sometimes these people don't even have the means to find and contact their loved ones back home. It's our job to do what we can to help.

We're a diverse, busy team dotted all over the country who share the common goal of doing what we can to make refugee lives that little bit brighter. From providing emotional support to reuniting families, we're committed to helping as many people as we can in as many ways as we can. Seeing the look on someone's face when they are put back in contact with a partner, parent, or child, that they thought they'd never see again is simply priceless.

About the person

You need to have good interpersonal, diplomacy, communication and teamwork skills although full training will be given for any technical requirements. Also someone who is:

• Understanding of face-to-face client work and/or casework, demonstrating excellent communication and proven listening skills
• A good communicator and empathetic about the situation and needs of refugees
• Aware of conflict and migration issues and sensitive to cultural issues, including those relating to gender
• Personally resilient as you may need to deal with difficult or challenging situations
• Able to speak good English; plus knowledge of a foreign language would be useful (particularly one used in the current local refugee population)
• Able to use emotional support skills in a calm and responsible manner
• Able to keep the beneficiary at the heart of what you do, supporting the Red Cross to understand service user needs and the difference our role makes
• Willing to adhere to BRC Casework Good Practice Standards
• Able to work alone with minimum supervision as well as part of a team
• This role requires a criminal record check to the appropriate level
• Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy
• Able to commit time and assist us (predominantly) between 9 -5, Monday to Friday.
• Understanding of GDPR regulations or willingness to learn.

Tasks included in this Role:

• Providing one to one support to beneficiaries
• Undertaking sensitive and comprehensive interviews with service users to assess their needs
• Agreeing a plan of action with the beneficiary
• Support the beneficiary to access other services, for example from the NHS, legal representatives and Social Services
• Offering onward referral to relevant bodies as appropriate
• Maintaining effective client records using our data capture system including communicating effectively with the Home Office case owner
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding and protection issues with vulnerable clients, including children and vulnerable adults
• Working effectively with interpreters

What We Offer

• Access to relevant in-house training and development opportunities, including British Red Cross intranet site, e-learning facility and 'Fuse' (our online platform where you can access a range of engaging bite sized pieces of learning to support your personal development.
• A full induction, support and supervision throughout your volunteering period
• Valuable exposure to the work of the Red Cross in the UK and around the world
• Being a volunteer for the British Red Cross means that you can proudly say you are part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation.

Young People and This Role

We value the energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to this role. To volunteer for this role you must be aged 18+. However (subject to a risk assessment, safeguarding requirements and parental consent) those aged 15-17 can be involved in a variety of activities such as promoting the service, supporting service volunteers and undertaking training.

Here's a little bit more about us...

The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes.

From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country - we're there when you need us. Our goal is to connect human kindness with human crisis.

We're part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and we believe in the power of kindness.

Connecting human kindness with human crisis

Polish Psychologists’ Association jest organizacją charytatywną, mającą na celu zapewnienie psychologicznego wsparcia Polakom zamieszkujących Wielką Brytanię. Najwyższej jakości usługi zapewniane są przez wykwalifikowanych psychologów oraz psychoterapeutów i kierowane są one do osób doświadczających problemów na tle psychologicznym, tj. depresja, konflikty rodzinne,izolacja społeczna.

Opis stanowiska

- współpraca z dyrektorem d/s Komunikacji i Promocji
- regularne aktualizacje strony internetowej (WordPress)
- praca nad angielską wersją strony internetowej
- kontrola bazy danych
- wykonywanie dodatkowych zadań z zakresu IT w ramach potrzeb organizacji

Wymagania

- bardzo dobra znajomość języka polskiego i angielskiego
- doświadczenie w pracy na podobnym stanowisku
- wykształcenie kierunkowe (informatyka lub inne, pokrewne kierunki)
- znajomość obsługi pakietu Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- znajomość programu WordPress
- dostępność minimum 4 godziny tygodniowo/ elastyczne godziny pracy

Oferujemy

- możliwość pracy zdalnej
- rozwój i nabycie nowego doświadczenia w wybranym kierunku
- merytoryczne wsparcie od naszego doświadczonego zespołu profesjonalistów
- zaświadczenie o odbytej pracy na rzecz organizacji charytatywnej- na życzenie

Miejsce pracy: Londyn/ praca zdalna
Rodzaj umowy: Wolontariat

Uprzejmie informujemy, iż skontaktujemy się wyłącznie z wybranymi kandydatami.

Dziękujemy!

Do you have professional expertise you could use to help a good cause? Are you passionate about animal welfare? We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to actively volunteer for the Branch as trustees, ensuring that the Branch is governed and managed effectively, whilst continually having animal welfare at the forefront of their minds.Trustees serve on the governing body of the charity and have the responsibility of the running of the Branch. The Branch treasurer is the principal financial trustee managing and maintaining the financial affairs of the branch.

As a trustee of a branch you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals.

In addition to all those listed under the role of Branch trustee: To implement and maintain sound financial systems in order to retain full control of branch funds. To take a lead role in ensuring the committee set annual financial budgets and forward plan the branch income and expenditure so that the accounts balance in the long term. To provide a written financial report for every branch meeting showing the branch’s income and expenditure since the last meeting. To liaise with auditors/independent examiner regarding the production of the annual branch accounts and treasurer’s report for the AGM, including SORP statement. To maintain control of all bank accounts as authorised by the committee. To execute and operate branch committee financial decisions and act as branch co-signatory on all branch cheques, if required. To maintain control over all branch paying-in books and receipt books and to ensure their correct use. In the absence of a Branch box secretary, to assume responsibility for the branch network of collection boxes. To arrange payment of the annual branch contribution to the appropriate RSPCA fund. To coordinate financial control of all branch fundraising activities. To make quarterly VAT returns to headquarters promptly. In conjunction with your fellow trustees, to conduct regular reviews of the branch accounts and investment portfolio to ensure the best return on branch funds. To ensure the production, monitoring and annual review of the branch’s financial risk management strategy in accordance with the charity commission’s requirements. To liaise with branch officers, Branch support specialist and Branch finance co-ordinator on financial affairs as necessary and alert them immediately to any possible difficulties or irregularities. To ensure the retention and safekeeping of all branch financial documentation for the appropriate time as set by the charity commission. In the event of a hand over, to ensure timely provision of all documentation.

We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with a variety of experience and skills to draw on, whether these have been formed through life or work situations. You must be committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives, so having a passion for animals is very helpful.

Most people aged 18 or over are eligible to become a trustee and you will need to become a member of the RSPCA. You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense and the ability to be objective is vital. Specific skills such as finance, legal, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation can be useful to help ensure we have a sound and robust business model and long term strategic development plan, however they are not essential. We are also looking for people who are creative, innovative, who have experience of or are part of the groups and communities we want to attract, who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the Board and to help put those ideas into action. New RSPCA trustees are provided with a document “Guidance for Branch Trustees” and asked to attend a training course which provides information and guidance about a trustee’s role and responsibilities. Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and that they accept the post. As of 1st August 2018 in addition to our standard declaration of willingness, trustees also need to complete the new declaration from the Charity Commission and read their guidance for individuals on who can’t be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary dependent on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties such as the role of chairman, treasurer or secretary. You must have your own vehicle or access to a vehicle, and your own computer or access to one that can be used securely. Trustees are elected for a 12 month term each year. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. References will be required.

Do you have professional expertise you could use to help a good cause? Are you passionate about animal welfare? We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to actively volunteer for the Branch as trustees, ensuring that the Branch is governed and managed effectively, whilst continually having animal welfare at the forefront of their minds.Trustees serve on the governing body of the charity and have the responsibility of the running of the Branch.  In particular we are looking for anyone with knowledge of any of the following; legal, human resources, fundraising, animal welfare. volunteer recruitment/management, fundarising or marketing.

As a trustee of a Branch you will have the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals.

Main activities: To be familiar with and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA. To be familiar with the Branch rules and follow them at all times.

To work with your fellow trustees and Branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the Branch and the RSPCA. To ensure the Branch meets all the minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS). Where they are not met, to work with national RSPCA staff to meet the standard as soon as practicable. In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch support specialist (BSS), to write, adopt, monitor & review a Branch development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your Branch. To actively participate in Branch committee meetings and attend the Branch annual general meeting and regional conference. To be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support regional initiatives.

To attend the trustee training course. To actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new Branch trustees and volunteers. To welcome new trustees and volunteers to the Branch. Each Branch appoints a Secretary, Treasurer and Chair. Role outlines for each of these Branch Officer roles are available.

We are looking for people from all social and cultural backgrounds, with a variety of experience and skills to draw on, whether these have been formed through life or work situations. You must be committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives, so having a passion for animals is very helpful.

Most people aged 18 or over are eligible to become a trustee and you will need to become a member of the RSPCA. You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense and the ability to be objective is vital. Specific skills such as finance, legal, marketing, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation, and recruitment/management of volunteers can be useful to help ensure we have a sound and robust business model and long term strategic development plan, however they are not essential.

We are also looking for people who are creative, innovative, who have experience of or are part of the groups and communities we want to attract, who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the Board and to help put those ideas into action. New RSPCA trustees are provided with a document “Guidance for Branch Trustees” and asked to attend a training course which provides information and guidance about a trustee’s role and responsibilities. Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and that they accept the post. As of 1st August 2018 in addition to our standard declaration of willingness, trustees also need to complete the new declaration from the Charity Commission and read their guidance for individuals on who can’t be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary dependent on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties such as the role of chairman, treasurer or secretary. You must have your own vehicle or access to a vehicle, and your own computer or access to one that can be used securely. Trustees are elected for a 12 month term each year. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. References will be required. 

Why we need you

The business development team is an active and busy team who work with companies and business to involve them in the work we do as well as supporting them with fundraising for us. Support from businesses makes a big difference to the amount that we can do to support autistic people.

We are looking for someone who can support us with putting together case studies to highlight the difference the National Autistic Society can make to organisations across all sectors and across the world.

What you will be doing

The case studies have already been identified and we are looking for a volunteer to collect all the relevant info about the contracts from colleagues across the organisation 

You will be

• Sending emails and/or making telephone calls to NAS colleagues asking for information about the contract delivered. business link
• Collating the information from colleagues across the business.
• Work with the business development team and the marketing team to put the information into case study style reports to be used on our website, in printed materials and to support bid proposals

Skills qualities and experience needed

• Good written and verbal skills, with an interest in marketing/creative writing
• Confident using a computer
• Confident using the telephone
• Knowledge of Microsoft office, Word and Excel
• Able to filter select relevant information for the case studies

When and where

• This role is homebased with the possibility of occasional travel to our London office
• As the role is home based, you will need access to a computer and good internet connection and also access to a phone
• We are looking for a volunteer for approx. 12 hours per week for approx. a month
• The days and times are flexible

Support

• You will be supervised and supported by the business development team
• You will receive full training and induction to the role and the work of the charity.
• You will have access to our e-learning modules which include Autism Awareness

What you could get out of it 

• Experience of volunteering within the business development team
• Being part of a friendly, cooperative and dedicated team.
• The satisfaction of knowing that you are making a vital difference to the work of the National Autistic Society.

We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autistic spectrum.