Volunteer roles

Empower the Change-Makers: Become our Learning & Development Manager

Location: Remote / Hybrid

Commitment: 2–4 hours per week

Behind every life-changing connection is a volunteer who felt prepared.

At SUNSHINE, our volunteers are the heart of everything we do. But to spread joy and community spirit effectively, they need more than just a kind heart—they need the right tools, the right skills, and the confidence to handle any situation.

We are a 100% volunteer-led start-up, and we are looking for a visionary Learning & Development Manager to build our "SUNSHINE Academy." You will be the one who ensures our team is the most prepared, safe, and empowered volunteer force in London.

The Role: You Are the Educator

As our L&D Manager, you are the architect of our volunteer experience. You will plan, create, and lead the training pathways that turn a passionate individual into a skilled SUNSHINE ambassador.

You will lead the charge on our core training pillars:

• The Warm Welcome: Designing our Volunteer Induction to ignite passion from day one.

• The Safety Net: Leading on vital Safeguarding, Confidentiality, and First Aid training.

• The Skillset: Developing workshops on Befriending Skills, active listening, and building connection.

• The Resilience: Equipping our team with the tools to handle Challenging Behaviour and Conflict with empathy and calm.

You will be the one who:

• Identifies the Need: Spotting the skills gaps in our team and creating training to fill them.

• Creates the Content: Designing engaging, accessible workshops and digital learning resources.

• Manages the Delivery: Organizing training schedules and bringing in external experts when needed.

• Builds Confidence: Ensuring every volunteer feels "SUNSHINE-ready" before they head out to help those facing isolation.

Is This You?

• You are a natural teacher or trainer who loves helping people grow.

• You have experience in HR, L&D, teaching, or corporate training.

• You believe that knowledge is power and that a well-trained volunteer is a happy volunteer.

• You are organised, creative, and empathetic, able to turn complex topics (like Safeguarding) into clear, actionable learning.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

In a 100% volunteer-led charity, your impact is doubled. By training one volunteer, you are indirectly helping dozens of lonely people. You will have the creative freedom to build a training department from scratch, using your professional skills to create a legacy of excellence. You’ll be a key leader in our start-up, ensuring that as SUNSHINE grows, our quality and safety remain world-class.

Help us build a team that shines brighter.

Kindness is a gift. Skill is a tool. Help us give our volunteers both.

Apply Now

Join us and help us train the team that ends loneliness.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

The Architect of Joy: Become our Programme Development Manager

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 4–6 hours per week

Do you have the vision to build a community from the ground up?

At SUNSHINE, we don’t just talk about loneliness—we actively break the chains of isolation. We are a 100% volunteer-run start-up, and we are ready to launch our first wave of light. But to move from an idea to a thriving hub of activity, we need a strategic, organized, and creative Programme Development Manager.

This isn't just an admin role; it is a leadership position where you will design the very heartbeat of our charity.

The Role: You Are the Creator

As our Programme Development Manager, you will be the lead designer of our community offerings. You will take our mission and translate it into schedules, venues, and experiences that bring people together.

You will lead the charge on our Pilot Programmes:

• Digital Inclusion & Skills: Empowering those in isolation to use technology to stay connected.

• Monthly Coffee Mornings: Creating warm, welcoming spaces for the first step of friendship.

• Wellbeing Workshops: Building the "tools and confidence" our beneficiaries need to thrive.

• Fitness & Exercise: Boosting mental and physical health through community movement.

• And Beyond: You will have the creative freedom to identify new gaps and design the classes or events that fill them.

You will be the one who:

• Plans & Organises: Setting the roadmap for our launches, from sourcing venues to managing schedules.

• Sets the Standard: Creating the "SUNSHINE Blueprints" for how each class or workshop should run to ensure maximum joy and safety.

• Manages the Delivery: Coordinating with other "Rays" (volunteers) to ensure every event has the resources and people it needs.

• Measures Impact: Seeing first-hand how your programmes are changing lives and refining them to reach even further.

Is This You?

• You are a natural project manager who loves seeing a plan come to life.

• You have experience in event planning, education, or community development.

• You are a problem-solver who isn't afraid of the "start-up" challenge.

• You want to be a key leader in a movement that prioritizes empathy, confidence, and community spirit.

Why Join the SUNSHINE Leadership Team?

This is a high-impact, founding role. Because we are 100% volunteer-led, there is no bureaucracy holding you back. You will see the direct results of your work: a digital skills class where a grandmother learns to video call her family, or a coffee morning where a lonely neighbor finds a lifelong friend. You are building the bridge that leads people home to their community.

Let’s build a future where no one walks alone.

The plans are ready. The community is waiting. We just need you.

Apply Now

Join us and help us design the dawn of a new era for connection.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Code the Connection: Become our IT & Digital Infrastructure Lead

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 5–8 hours per month

Can you use technology to end human isolation?

At SUNSHINE, we are breaking the chains of loneliness through community spirit and connection. But in 2026, those connections aren't just made in person—they are powered by technology. From the Case Management systems that track our impact to the CRM that keeps our volunteers connected, our mission requires a robust, secure, and smart digital foundation.

We are looking for a visionary IT & Digital Infrastructure Lead to join us as a founding volunteer leader. You won’t just be "setting up computers"; you will be building the platform that allows kindness to scale.

The Role: You Are the Digital Architect

As our IT Lead, you are responsible for the "virtual home" of SUNSHINE. You will lead the strategy, implementation, and support of all our digital functions, ensuring our 100% volunteer-led team has the tools they need to shine.

You will be the one who:

• Engineers the Foundation: Sourcing and implementing cost-effective (and often FREE) cloud-based platforms for UK charities, including Google Workspace/Microsoft 365, CRM systems, and Case Management tools.

• Builds the "Tech Ray": Recruiting and leading a team of Digital Support volunteers who will keep our systems updated, backed up, and running smoothly.

• Empowers the Team: Creating a culture where technology isn't scary. You and your team will train our volunteers—many of whom may not be tech-native—to use our systems with confidence.

• Bridges the Physical & Digital: Leading the IT setup for our first physical office later this year, ensuring our hybrid working model is seamless and secure.

Is This You?

• You are a tech-savvy strategist who knows how to find the best digital tools on a "charity-friendly" budget.

• You have experience in systems administration, IT project management, or digital transformation.

• You are a patient mentor who can explain complex tech in simple, empowering language.

• You believe that data security and smart systems are the secret ingredients to a successful, modern charity.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

This is a unique opportunity to build an IT infrastructure from scratch without the red tape of a large corporation. Because we are 100% volunteer-run, your expertise ensures that our limited resources are spent on people, not expensive software. You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that every line of code or system integration you oversee is helping someone move from a place of loneliness to a place of belonging.

Help us build a smarter way to share the light.

The world is digital. Our mission is human. Help us bring them together.

Apply Now

Build the future of SUNSHINE. Join us today.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

The Anchor of the Mission: Become our Office & Admin Manager

Location: Initially Remote - Moving to London / Hybrid (Once our first office opens!)

Commitment: 4–6 hours per week

Every great movement needs a home. Can you help us build ours?

At SUNSHINE, we are busy breaking the chains of loneliness and fostering community spirit. But behind every cup of tea shared, every workshop delivered, and every connection made, there is a mountain of vital "behind-the-scenes" magic.

We are a 100% volunteer-led charity, and we need an organized, proactive Office & Admin Manager to be the steady hand that keeps our operations seamless as we grow from a startup into a community pillar.

The Role: You Are the Engine Room

As our Office Manager, you are the central hub of SUNSHINE. You ensure that our "Rays" (Department Leads) have the tools they need to shine. You’ll start by building our virtual office systems and eventually lead the transition into our first physical home later this year.

You will be the one who:

• Organises the Virtual Office: Setting up and managing our digital filing, email systems, and shared workspaces (like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365).

• Manages the Flow: Acting as the first point of contact for general inquiries, ensuring that every "cry for help" or "offer to volunteer" is directed to the right person.

• Supports the Board: Assisting our Trustees with scheduling and document preparation to keep our governance sharp.

• Lead the Move: Being the project lead when we secure our first physical office—helping us turn a building into a warm, functional "Sunshine Hub."

Is This You?

• You are an organisation wizard who finds peace in a well-managed inbox and a clear process.

• You have a "can-do" attitude and love solving the little puzzles that keep a team moving.

• You are tech-savvy enough to manage remote tools but people-focused enough to manage a physical front desk.

• You want to use your administrative brilliance to ensure that no one in our community is forgotten or left behind.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

You will be the glue that holds our 100% volunteer family together. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it’s about ensuring the charity is robust enough to help thousands of people. You’ll have the unique satisfaction of seeing our organisation grow from a remote group of thinkers into a physical hub of action—knowing you built the systems that made it possible.

Help us put the "structure" in SUNSHINE.

We have the heart. We have the vision. Now, we need your hands on the wheel.

Apply Now

Help us build a home for hope. Join the SUNSHINE team today.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Help Us Share the Light: Become our Marketing, Communications & Brand Manager

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 4–6 hours per week

Can you turn a mission into a movement?

Loneliness thrives in the shadows. At SUNSHINE, we are here to pull those shadows back. We are a 100% volunteer-led charity dedicated to breaking the chains of social isolation through joy, community spirit, and connection. We have the heart and the vision—now we need the voice.

We are looking for a creative, strategic Marketing, Communications & Brand Manager to help us build the SUNSHINE brand from the ground up and tell the stories that need to be heard.

The Role: You Are the Storyteller

As our Marketing Lead, you aren't just "posting on social media." You are the guardian of our identity. You will be responsible for how the world sees, hears, and feels SUNSHINE. You will turn our values into a visual and verbal reality that inspires people to join us, fund us, and find us.

You will be the one who:

• Builds the Brand: Developing our visual identity—ensuring that every flyer, post, and email feels like a warm ray of sunshine.

• Crafts the Message: Writing impactful copy that resonates with both the person feeling lonely and the donor looking to help.

• Channels the Joy: Managing our social media presence, website content, and local press relations to keep the community engaged.

• Amplifies the Mission: Working alongside the Fundraising and Volunteer Managers to ensure their campaigns are beautiful, clear, and high-impact.

Is This You?

• You are a creative powerhouse with an eye for design and a heart for people.

• You have experience in marketing, PR, or branding (professional or high-level amateur).

• You understand that consistency is key and you love the challenge of building a brand from scratch.

• You want to use your "creative brain" to make sure no one in our community has to feel invisible again.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

This is a "blank canvas" opportunity. Because we are a startup, 100% volunteer-run charity, you have the creative freedom to shape a brand that will change lives. You won't be following a boring corporate style guide; you will be creating the guide. You will see your work on the streets, on screens, and in the smiles of the people who find our community because of a campaign you designed.

Ready to make some noise for kindness?

The world is waiting to hear about SUNSHINE. Help us tell them.

Apply Now

Help us light up the community. One story at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Guarding the Light: Become our Trustee Safeguarding Lead

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 5 hours per month including Board Meetings

In a world that can feel cold, help us make SUNSHINE a safe place to land.

At SUNSHINE, we are dedicated to breaking the chains of loneliness. But we know that those facing social isolation are often at their most vulnerable. To foster true wellbeing and community spirit, we must first ensure that every person we touch—and every volunteer we recruit—is safe, protected, and respected.

We are looking for a dedicated professional with Safeguarding experience to join our Board of Trustees as our Strategic Safeguarding Lead.

The Role: The Guardian of Our Values

As the Trustee Safeguarding Lead, you will be the Board’s "moral compass." You won't just be checking boxes; you will be building the culture of care that defines who we are. You will ensure that as we grow, we never compromise the safety of our community.

You will be the one who:

• Sets the Standard: Developing and overseeing robust safeguarding policies that align with UK legislation and Charity Commission best practices.

• Empowers the Team: Advising the Board and volunteers on safe working practices, ensuring everyone knows how to spot a concern and who to tell.

• Oversees Trust: Working with the Volunteer Manager to ensure DBS checks and vetting processes are rigorous and consistent.

• Leads the Response: Acting as the senior point of contact for any high-level safeguarding concerns, ensuring they are handled with expertise and empathy.

Is This You?

• You have a strong background in safeguarding (e.g., social work, education, healthcare, police, or charity sector leadership).

• You have a deep understanding of UK safeguarding legislation relating to vulnerable adults.

• You are a principled leader who can balance the need for strict procedure with the warmth of a community-led charity.

• You want to use your expertise to ensure that the "tools and resources" we give people are delivered in the safest possible environment.

Why Join the SUNSHINE Board?

This is a founding role with immense responsibility and reward. Because we are 100% volunteer-led, your expertise is our primary defense. You will be a vital pillar of our leadership team, ensuring that our mission to "spread joy" is built on a rock-solid foundation of safety. You’ll have the peace of mind knowing that because of your guidance, SUNSHINE is a place where people can truly heal and connect without fear.

Help us build a community where everyone feels safe to shine.

Protection is the first step toward connection. Help us get it right.

Apply Now

Join us and be the shield that protects our community’s light.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Fuel the Light: Become our Trustee for Fundraising & Grants

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 5 hours per month including Board Meetings

Do you have the words to unlock a brighter future?

At SUNSHINE, we have a bold vision: a UK where no one is trapped by the heavy chains of loneliness. We are 100% volunteer-led, meaning every ounce of energy we have goes directly into fostering community spirit and joy. But to launch our first projects, reach the most isolated, and provide life-changing tools and resources, we need a founding leader who can help us secure the means to grow.

We are looking for a Trustee with Fundraising and Grant Writing expertise to join our Board and lead our journey from a dream to a fully-funded movement.

The Role: The Strategic Catalyst

As a Trustee, you aren't just a "bid writer." You are a senior leader helping to steer the entire charity. You will bridge the gap between our mission and the funders who have the power to help us achieve it.

You will be the one who:

• Identifies the Path: Researching and targeting grant-making trusts, local government funds, and "seed" funding opportunities.

• Drafts the Dream: Crafting compelling, evidence-based funding applications that tell the story of SUNSHINE with power and heart.

• Directs the Strategy: Working with the Board to create a sustainable, multi-year income strategy so SUNSHINE never has to dim its light.

• Builds Foundations: Helping us establish the "Case for Support" that will serve as the backbone for all our future fundraising efforts.

Is This You?

• You have proven experience in grant writing, trust fundraising, or income generation within the UK charity sector.

• You are a master storyteller who can combine data with human emotion to inspire funders.

• You have a strategic mind and understand how to navigate the landscape of UK philanthropy.

• You want to use your "funding brain" to create a legacy of connection and wellbeing.

Why Join the SUNSHINE Board?

This is your chance to be a Founding Trustee of a charity that is pure in its purpose. Because we are 100% volunteer-run, your success in securing a grant has a 1:1 impact on the lives of lonely people. You will be part of a vibrant, professional Board where your voice is heard, your skills are celebrated, and your work results in tangible, visible joy in the community.

Let’s secure the future of connection together.

The world is full of people waiting for a reason to hope. Help us fund the light that finds them.

Apply Now

Help us break the chains of loneliness. One grant, one connection, one life at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

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The Architect of Integrity: Become our Company Secretary & Trustee 

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 5 hours per month including Board Meetings

Behind every great movement is a steady hand.

At SUNSHINE, our mission is to break the chains of loneliness and foster community spirit. But to do that effectively—and to ensure we remain a safe, sustainable haven for the isolated—we need more than just heart. We need structure, governance, and impeccable organization.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, principled Company Secretary to join our Board of Trustees and help steer the SUNSHINE ship through its most exciting phase: our launch.

The Role: The Guardian of Governance

As Company Secretary, you are the "conscience" of the charity. You will work closely with the Chair and the Treasurer to ensure that SUNSHINE operates with total transparency and stays true to its mission and legal obligations.

You will be the one who:

• Masters the Records: Managing Board meetings, preparing agendas, and recording the minutes that document our journey and decisions.

• Navigates Compliance: Acting as the primary point of contact for the Charity Commission and ensuring our annual returns and legal filings are seamless.

• Guides the Board: Advising your fellow Trustees on their duties, ensuring we always follow our constitution and the best practices of UK charity law.

• Upholds the Vision: Keeping our governing documents up to date so that as SUNSHINE grows, our core values of joy and connection remain protected.

Is This You?

• You have a legal, administrative, or governance background (or simply a mind that loves order and clarity).

• You are highly organized and believe that doing things "the right way" is the best way to help people.

• You are a clear communicator who can distill complex discussions into actionable points.

• You want to use your professional administrative skills to build a charity that is robust, ethical, and built to last.

Why Join the SUNSHINE Board?

As a Founding Trustee, you will be instrumental in the birth of SUNSHINE. Because we are 100% volunteer-led, your role is vital; you aren't just filling a seat, you are building the framework that allows our other volunteers to change lives safely. You will be part of a high-energy team where your contribution is the "anchor" that allows us to dream big and reach further.

Help us build a charity the community can trust.

A strong community needs a strong foundation. Help us lay the first stone.

Apply Now

Join us and ensure the light of SUNSHINE never flickers.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

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Guard the Light: Become our Treasurer & Trustee

Location: London / Hybrid

Commitment: 5 hours per month including Board Meetings

Requirement: UK Accounting Experience (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)

Can your professional skills change a life?

At SUNSHINE, we believe that loneliness is a mountain no one should have to climb alone. Our mission is to break the chains of social isolation through connection, confidence, and community. But to keep our light shining brightly and safely, we need more than just passion—we need integrity, transparency, and expert stewardship.

We are looking for a dedicated Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees and serve as the financial heartbeat of our 100% volunteer-led charity.

The Role: A Pillar of Our Mission

As Treasurer, you won’t just be "doing the books." You will be a prominent leader at the highest level of SUNSHINE. You will ensure that every penny raised by our community is used effectively to foster wellbeing and spread joy. You are the guardian of our promises.

You will be the one who:

• Provides Strategic Oversight: Guiding the Board on financial decisions, budgeting for our "seed" phase, and ensuring long-term sustainability.

• Ensures Compliance: Navigating UK charity accounting standards (SORP) and ensuring our filings with the Charity Commission are impeccable.

• Empowers Growth: Helping our Fundraising Manager understand our capacity and ensuring our resources are aligned with our mission to help the isolated.

• Champions Transparency: Reporting to our volunteers and donors with clarity, proving that a 100% volunteer model can be professional, robust, and impactful.

Is This You?

• You are a qualified accountant or have significant UK financial management experience.

• You have a strategic mind but a compassionate heart.

• You believe that transparency and trust are the most important assets a charity can own.

• You want to use your "work brain" to create a profound social legacy.

Why Join the SUNSHINE Board?

This is a rare opportunity to be a Founding Trustee. Because we are 100% volunteer-run, your influence will be direct and visible. You won't just be overseeing a budget; you will be ensuring that a lonely person gets the tools they need to reconnect with the world. You will work alongside a passionate, dedicated team where your expertise will be respected and your impact will be felt daily.

Help us build a foundation of hope.

The best communities are built on trust. Help us build ours.

Apply Now

Help us prove that when a community comes together, no one is left in the dark.

SUNSHINE

Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Help Us Launch the Light: Become our Fundraising Manager - VOLUNTEER ROLE

Location: London/Hybrid

Commitment: 4-6 hours per week / Flexible Volunteer Hybrid Role

Goal: To turn "What if?" into "We did it!"

They say money can’t buy happiness—but it can fund the connection that creates it.

Right now, SUNSHINE is a bright spark ready to become a bonfire. We have the vision, the heart, and the plan to break the chains of loneliness across our community. But to get our first projects off the ground, to reach that first isolated person, and to give our volunteers the tools they need—we need a catalyst.

We are looking for a visionary Fundraising Manager to help us secure the seed funding that will kickstart our journey.

The Role: You Are the Engine Room

As our Fundraising Manager, you aren't just "asking for money." You are inviting people to invest in a lonelier-free future. You will be the architect of our sustainability, ensuring that SUNSHINE has the resources to grow from a dream into a life-changing reality.

You will be the one who:

• Kickstarts the Journey: Identifying and applying for crucial seed funding, small grants, and local "startup" awards.

• Tells the Story: Crafting heart-felt, impactful funding bids that show the world why SUNSHINE must exist.

• Builds Partnerships: Connecting with local businesses and community leaders who believe in the power of joy and community spirit.

• Shapes the Future: Designing creative, fun, and community-focused fundraising campaigns that bring people together while they give.

Is This You?

• You are a persuasive communicator who knows how to tell a story that inspires action.

• You have a tenacious spirit—you see a "no" as just a detour on the way to a "yes."

• You are organised and strategic, able to spot opportunities that others might miss.

• You want to be a founding member of a movement, seeing your impact from Day One.

Why SUNSHINE Needs You

Because we are 100% volunteer-led, every penny you raise goes directly into the community. You won't be funding executive salaries; you’ll be funding coffee mornings, transport for the elderly, digital skills workshops, and the "joy kits" that break the silence of social isolation.

You will have the unique pride of knowing that SUNSHINE exists because you helped build the foundation.

Let’s build something beautiful together.

Loneliness won't wait, and neither will we. Help us fund the light.

Apply Now 

Be the reason SUNSHINE rises.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

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Become the "Heart of the Sun" – Volunteer Manager at SUNSHINE - VOLUNTEER ROLE

Location: London/Hybrid 

Commitment: 4–6 hours per week / Flexibility as you manage your own time.

Do you believe that no one should have to face the day alone?

Loneliness isn't just a quiet room; it’s a heavy chain. At SUNSHINE, we are on a mission to break those chains. We don’t just offer a cup of tea; we offer a way back to belonging. We provide the tools, the confidence, and the community spirit that reminds people they are seen, valued, and loved.

Because we are 100% volunteer-led, our magic depends entirely on the people who give their time. That is why we need you.

The Role: You Are the Connector

As our Volunteer Manager, you won’t just be filling slots on a rota. You will be the architect of our community. You will be the one who welcomes new faces, nurtures their talents, and ensures that every person who joins SUNSHINE feels as supported as the people we help.

You will bring the SUNSHINE Experience: This means anyone leaving a SUNSHINE interaction regardless if they are a participant, volunteer, carer, support, etc, should be leaving feeling uplifted, positive, happy and excited to spread the SUNSHINE further. 

You will be the one who:

• Ignites Passion: Recruiting, welcoming and onboarding new volunteers who want to make a difference.

• Nurtures Growth: Matching volunteers with roles where they will thrive and shine.

• Spreads Joy: Checking in on our team, ensuring they feel appreciated, heard, and energized.

• Builds the Bridge: Working with our "Rays" (Department Leads) to ensure we have the hands and hearts needed to reach those in isolation.

Is This You?

• You are a natural cheerleader who sees the best in people.

• You have a knack for organising, but you lead with empathy first.

• You believe that community spirit is a superpower.

• You want to use your leadership skills to build something that truly matters.

Why Join SUNSHINE?

We are 100% volunteer-run, which means there are no "employees"—only a family. By joining us, you aren't just "giving back"; you are helping lead a movement of kindness. You will gain leadership experience, a deep sense of purpose, and the knowledge that because of your work, someone who felt invisible is now part of a community.

Ready to help us spread the light?

The world needs more sunshine. Help us be the reason someone smiles today.

Apply Now:

Join us and help us break the chains of loneliness, one connection at a time.

SUNSHINE

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

Are  you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families experiencing poverty in our community?  Bromley Brighter Beginnings invites you to join us as a Family Liaison Volunteer - a vital role at the heart of our charity.

As a Family Liaison Volunteer, you'll play a key part in ensuring families receive the essential items they need.  With support from our Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for liaising with referrers and families to understand their specific needs and coordinating the collection and delivery of items.  Items are provided by our generous local supporters through posts you'll put out on our Facebook page.

You'll receive an induction, training and ongoing support to ensure safe and rewarding volunteering.  This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people and wants to see the direct impact of their work in the community.  By joining our team, you'll bring hope and brighter beginnings to the families who need it most in the London Borough of Bromley.

For further information on the role and details of how to apply please visit our website.

White Ribbon Alliance UK are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join as Trustees. In this role, you will be instrumental in governing our charity and ensuring we achieve our mission to promote maternal health and rights. Trustees serve for a term of three years, with the possibility of renewal at the end of the term. We are looking to fill the positions of General Trustees, Board Chair, Treasurer, and Compliance Officer. Your strategic vision, commitment, and ambassadorial efforts will be vital in driving our organisation forward and making a significant impact on the communities we serve. Below is the role description and instructions on how to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Statutory Duties of a Trustee 

Trustees share ultimate responsibility for governing the charity and directing how it is managed and run. This includes: 

• Ensuring that the organisation pursues its stated objects (purposes), as defined in its governing document, by developing and agreeing a long-term strategy. 

• Ensuring compliance with the governing document (constitution or articles of association), charity law, company law and other relevant legislation or regulations. 

• Ensuring that the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its charitable objects, for the benefit of the public. 

• Ensuring that the organisation defines its goals and evaluates performance against agreed targets. 

• Safeguarding the good name, reputation, and values of the organisation. 

• Ensuring the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, including appropriate policies and procedures. 

• Ensuring the financial stability of the organisation. 

• Protecting and managing the property of the charity and ensuring the proper investment of its funds. 

• Following proper arrangements for the appointment, supervision, support, appraisal and remuneration of senior staff. 

• Scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, and providing independent, creative judgement on key issues.

• Offering advice and guidance on new initiatives, risks, or opportunities. 

Ambassadorial Contributions 

In addition to their statutory duties, Trustees are requested to use their specific skills, knowledge, networks, or experience to strengthen the board’s work according to their skills, capabilities, interests and available time. This includes: 

• Promoting the charity's mission and values: Trustees should consistently advocate for the charity's goals and principles in various settings, ensuring that the organisation's message is clearly communicated. 

• Representing the charity at external events: Trustees should attend and participate in meetings, conferences, and other events on behalf of the charity, acting as its official representatives. 

• Engaging with media: Trustees should be prepared to speak to the media about the charity's work, providing insights and information that highlight the organisation's impact and importance. 

• Leveraging personal and professional networks: Trustees should use their connections to support the charity's objectives, whether by opening doors to potential supporters, funders, collaborators, or influencers. 

• Cultivating strategic partnerships: Trustees should engage with stakeholders across healthcare, academia, government, and civil society to build and maintain relationships that benefit the charity. 

• Supporting fundraising efforts: Trustees should actively participate in fundraising activities, helping to secure the resources needed for the charity to achieve its mission. 

By fulfilling these responsibilities, trustees play a crucial role in enhancing the visibility and impact of the charity, ensuring its continued success and growth. 

 Skills and Capabilities Requirements 

Trustees are expected to bring both governance capability and a willingness to champion the charity externally. Essential qualities include: 

• A commitment to the organisation’s mission and values. 

• Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort. 

• Strategic vision and the ability to see the “big picture.” 

• Good, independent judgement and the confidence to speak one’s mind. 

• Ability to think creatively and contribute fresh ideas. 

• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of trusteeship. 

• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team. 

• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. 

Desirable (but not essential): 

• Strong personal and professional networks, with the willingness to leverage them on behalf of the charity. 

• Experience in advocacy, fundraising, or public speaking. 

• Understanding of the wider charity, health, or social justice sectors in which White Ribbon Alliance UK operates. 

 Time Commitment 

• Statutory duties for general trustees: 8-10 days per year. 

• Statutory duties for Chair, Treasurer, and Compliance Officer: 12-14 days per year (inclusive of general trustee duties). 

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Equity and inclusion are central to White Ribbon Alliance UK’s purpose and how we work. We recognise that maternity harm, discrimination, and exclusion are produced by systems, and that governance must reflect the people most affected by those systems.

We strongly encourage applications from people who:

• Have lived experience of sexual and reproductive health and rights issues

• Are Black or from racially minoritised communities

• Are LGBTQ+, disabled, or neurodivergent or otherwise marginalised by society

• Come from communities underrepresented in charity governance

We value lived experience and community knowledge as expertise. You do not need to fit a traditional Board profile to be a strong Trustee.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to apply or to take part as a Trustee, we will work with you to put these in place.

Remuneration 

This is a volunteer position. Expenses incurred as part of fulfilling the role will be reimbursed. 

Are you able to volunteer some time to make a difference to a national cancer charity?  We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant that has some time each month to work remotely with occasional in person opportunities if desired, as a volunteer to support the governance of Neuroendocrine Cancer UK.

About the Charity

We exist to address the unmet needs voiced by the neuroendocrine cancer community, supporting patients and their loved ones with the physical and psychological burden of neuroendocrine cancers. Through awareness, research, better funding and support, we can give our community the attention it deserves.

Our vision is for a world in which people know how to recognise, diagnose, treat, care for, and cure patients with neuroendocrine cancer.

We are a Charity driven by strong values of equity, excellence, collaboration, honesty, transparency and integrity         

The Role

We currently have a Board of 7 Trustees that supports the Chief Executive and Leadership Team in the development and implementation of its Strategic Plan and the governance of the charity.  The Board is currently reviewing whether the current governance structure requires some development as the charity continues to grow.

The Executive Assistant to the Board is a new post to assist the smooth operation of the governance of the charity, in particular with the running of Board meetings.

Working remotely, you will assist the Chair and Chief Executive by organising hybrid and remote Board meetings, ensuring agendas are accurate and clear and distributed in a timely manner, confirming attendance, attending meetings remotely and providing summary minutes for approval.

Presently, there are 2 remote Board meetings each year, which last up to 2 hours and an away half day in London, which is a hybrid meeting.  It is likely that the number of meetings will increase to in the region of 5 a year.

You will be able to attend all these meetings remotely, although you will be encouraged to join the away half day meeting, but this will not be mandatory, and your travel and subsistence expenses will be paid.

As the Board embarks on a governance review, you will be given the opportunity to contribute your experience and thoughts to this process and assist the Chair with future Trustee recruitment.

It is envisaged that in addition to attendance of Board meetings, there will be an annual time requirement in the region of 20 to 30 hours a year, managed in your own time.

Skill Sets/Experience

Essential:

· Executive Assistant or Board Secretary experience

· Attention to detail

· Strong organisational skills

· Good verbal and written communication

· Microsoft products including Word, Excel and Forms

· Agenda setting

· Compiling PDFs of reports on shared drives/remote access

· Minute taking

· Remote meetings via Teams and Zoom including assisting with presentations

Desirable:

· Charity/third sector governance