Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Volunteer Support

Role Description

Reports to: Development Manager

Humanimal Trust drives collaboration between human and veterinary medicine so that all humans and animals benefit from equal and sustainable medical progress, based on learning from treating naturally occurring disease as an alternative to animal testing; a concept known as One Medicine.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Trusts/Foundations Fundraiser to contribute to a ground-breaking purpose. Your invaluable skills as a volunteer will help us to reach the next level, supporting our efforts to:

• Increase awareness and improve understanding of One Medicine, engaging the public, the professionals of the future, as well as researchers, bioscience, medical and veterinary professionals, showing the evidence and demonstrating the case for change;

• Facilitate collaboration between human and veterinary medicine, by supporting and promoting opportunities created by Humanimal Trust for professionals to come together;

• Develop our education programme, to inspire the professionals of the future to take the One Medicine message forward for the benefit of all humans and all animals;

• Fund, facilitate and sharing One Medicine research to benefit both humans and animals equitably;

• Influence legislative, policy and practice change.

Main Role Activities

• Research and contact (as necessary) potential appropriate Trusts/Foundations to discuss the work of Humanimal Trust, with a view to building long term, meaningful relationships for positive outcomes to grant applications;
• Creating and submitting appropriate grant applications on behalf of Humanimal Trust;
• Support in developing Humanimal Trust’s broader network of Trust/Foundation supporters;
• To submit feedback to Humanimal Trust from any potential Trust/Foundation supporters and in relation to applications made.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Empathy, enthusiasm and understanding of Humanimal Trust objectives
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Trust/Foundation fundraising is essential;
• Confidence in approaching people to talk about the work of Humanimal Trust;
• Ability and willingness to travel;
• Flexible availability/possibility of attendance at different events/for presentations;
• Strong communication and basic IT skills;
• Enjoy working as part of a friendly and sociable team;
• Desire to make a positive difference to human and animal health.

Time Commitment

This can be flexible, although a minimum of around 3-4 hours per week would be ideal depending on activities taking place.

Location

This role is home based.

Support

• Full induction into Humanimal Trust;
• Ongoing support as needed in accordance with feedback;
• In addition, Humanimal Trust has a dedicated volunteer Facebook Group, regular social meet ups via Zoom, and we encourage regular in person social activities (when Covid restrictions allow and it is safe to do so).

Benefits to volunteers

• Relevant experience for CV or work experience record (Humanimal Trust will provide appropriate written record of your contribution);
• Opportunity to extend and develop personal skill set and network;
• Opportunity to attend virtual and physical conferences and events;
• Direct contribution to Humanimal Trust’s impact for both human and animal health.

Additional Information

• Humanimal Trust volunteers need to be at least 18 years of age;
• If using own transport, volunteers will need to ensure that any motor insurance policies cover using your vehicle for voluntary activity;
• Pre-agreed reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel, will be paid in accordance with the Trust’s Expenses Policy.
• Humanimal Trust volunteers will be asked to confirm agreement to abide by certain volunteer guidelines as described in the Humanimal Trust volunteer handbook.

Scientific Speaker Volunteer Ambassador

Role Description

Reports to: Research and Outreach Manager

Purpose

We want a world where both humans and animals have better opportunities to benefit from medical progress because vets, doctors and researchers routinely collaborate and share – this is One Medicine.

We drive collaboration between vets, doctors and researchers so that humans and animals benefit from equal and sustainable medical progress, but not at the expense of an animal’s life.

Scientific Speaker Ambassadors will help us to:

• Increase awareness and improve understanding of One Medicine, engaging the public, the professionals of the future, as well as researchers, bioscience, medical and veterinary professionals, showing the evidence and demonstrating the case for change;
• Facilitate collaboration between human and veterinary medicine, by supporting and promoting opportunities created by Humanimal Trust for professionals to come together;
• Assist in the development and roll out of our education programme, to inspire the professionals of the future to take the One Medicine message forward for the benefit of both humans and animals;
• Drive support to Humanimal Trust so that we can develop our work and continue to facilitate One Medicine.

Main Role Activities

• Help us deliver the key messages of Humanimal Trust to the public, professional groups and students of relevant subjects;
• Approach professional or relevant student groups/societies in your area to arrange presentations about the work of Humanimal Trust;
• Deliver presentations about the work of Humanimal Trust to groups and/or attend appropriate events in your area, for example, science and/or careers fairs, workshops, etc.
• Build the Humanimal Trust network
• To submit feedback to Humanimal Trust and pass on any charity donations made.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Empathy, enthusiasm and understanding of Humanimal Trust objectives
• Relevant qualifications (or current studies) in human/veterinary medicine or other health - or science- allied professional;
• Knowledge of National Curriculum and STEM;
• Experience and enjoyment of promotional or educational activity, talking to a variety of people;
• Confidence in approaching people to talk about the work of Humanimal Trust;
• Ability and willingness to travel;
• Flexible availability to enable attendance at different events/for presentations;
• Strong communication and basic IT skills;
• Enjoy working as part of a friendly and sociable team;
• Desire to make a positive difference to human and animal health

Time Commitment

Depending on the agreed focus area/audiences for the Ambassador, school visits are likely to take place during school hours, however, other science interest groups, such as Café Scientifique and university student groups, Scouts/Girl Guides/Brownies etc. may meet during the week in evenings or afternoons so talks would be given during these times.

As a guide the Trust would aim for Ambassador Speakers to deliver at least one talk per month as they become established in their chosen geographic area.

Location

Scientific Speaker Ambassadors can decide where they are based (perhaps home or work area, or both) and how far they are happy to travel to undertake talks and presentations within their region as agreed, with potential for occasional opportunities to travel to other areas.

Support

• Full induction into Humanimal Trust;
• Scripts, presentations, training and leaflets for talks and presentations, as well as a Humanimal Trust Ambassador uniform polo shirt;
• Support from the Trust team in approaching relevant groups in the chosen geographic area (email introduction, possible advertising, etc.);
• Ongoing and other support as needed in accordance with Ambassador feedback;
• In addition, Humanimal Trust has a dedicated volunteer Ambassador Facebook Group, regular social meet ups via Zoom, and we encourage regular in person social activities (when Covid restrictions allow and it is safe to do so).

Benefits to volunteers

• Relevant experience for CV or work experience record (Humanimal Trust will provide appropriate written record of your contribution);
• Opportunity to extend personal skill set and network;
• Opportunity to develop public speaking skills (training available);
• Opportunity to attend virtual and physical conferences and events;
• Direct contribution to Humanimal Trust’s impact for both human and animal health.

Additional Information

• Humanimal Trust Ambassadors need to be at least 18 years of age;
• If using own transport, Ambassadors will need to ensure that any motor insurance policies cover using your vehicle for voluntary activity;
• Any Ambassador who will have contact with vulnerable individuals in the course of undertaking their voluntary activity, for example children, agree to undergo an enhanced DBS check as part of the recruitment process at the cost of Humanimal Trust;
• Pre-agreed reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel, will be paid in accordance with the Trust’s Expenses Policy.

Finance Volunteer

We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us.

About this opportunity
We are looking to recruit a Finance Volunteer for our Monmouthshire Newport and Torfaen Group. As a Finance Volunteer, you would be joining a coordinating team of volunteers to plan and deliver services and activities to support people locally.

You will maintain and approve income and expenditure records and explain financial information clearly to other group members. You would ensure our financial requirements and policies are followed, and that money is spent in a cost effective manner.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience with a large charity, develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS.

About you
You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be comfortable with figures, preferably with an accounting or business background.

Apply 

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Please apply online

The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

Robert May’s School is looking for an extraordinary individual to join our Board of Trustees.  We use the term extraordinary as this is what it takes for a person to volunteer their time for the betterment of others.

Trustees find the role rewarding from both a personal and professional perspective, offering Trustees the opportunity to not only make a difference to the well-being and prospects of students but also to gain valuable board level experience which will enhance their professional profile and any future ambition to take up a paid board position. 

Robert May’s School is an Academy Trust located in Odiham, Hampshire providing secondary education to over 1250 students with a vision to support all of their students in achieving the highest academic, social and practical skills necessary for them to lead fulfilling lives.

Trustees hold a position of responsibility and are both charity trustees and company directors of the Academy Trust.  The Trust Board meets six times a year, with meetings being held virtually or in person.  The Trustees are also expected to serve on one or more committees, hence, only individuals who can commit the time needed to prepare for and attend meetings should apply.

There are four main functions of the board:

1. Ensuring the clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction of the school
2. To oversee the financial performance of the school, making sure its money is well spent
3. To hold the Headteacher and leaders to account for the educational performance of the school, its students and the performance management of staff
4. To ensure the voices of the school’s stakeholders are heard

Executive Board, Trustee, or Non-Executive Director experience is not a prerequisite as we provide training and mentoring.  The essential qualities are looking for are:

• The ability to work strategically and collaboratively
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, energy and commitment
• Life experience which can add value toward helping to develop the strategic direction of the school

Equality and Diversity

On this recruitment campaign, as part of continuing commitment of Robert May’s School to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and covering letters that could cause discrimination. 

How to apply:

Applications need to be submitted by 31st August 2021.

RMS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are conditional on verified references and an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

CHARITY SHOP VOLUNTEER  (UNPAID)

*18+ ONLY PLEASE*

At Oxfam Chelsea we're dedicated to fighting poverty and inequality. You can help us boost your CV, confidence, and skills by getting customer service & sales experience here.

We'll give you training and support so you can help us sell lots of goodies each week by providing customers and donors with amazing service.

We ask for 4 - 8 hours per week, we can be very flexible around employment / education and any other commitments you have. Some travel and lunch expenses can be covered too.

If you have a couple of hours to give to Oxfam, then we'd like to hear from you.

We want to hear from you if you are:

• reliable and honest
• willing to learn new skills
• interested in working with a team

*Boost your confidence, skills, and CV by volunteering*

Tempted? Click Apply now and we'll get back to you soon!

Location: Oxfam Chelsea| 432 King's Road, SW10 0LJ

Our shop complies with Covid-19 guidance and we aim to keep everyone safe with thorough cleaning and welfare procedures. We aim to reply to applications within two working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your junk folder.

The telephone helpline and online webchat services provide essential support to survivors and supporters. The helpline & webchat are operated by fully trained volunteers who work a weekly 3 hour shift and we ask that all volunteers commit for at least 6 months. The helpline & webchat is open 7 days a week. 

Helpline & Webchat recruitment takes place twice a year, with full training provided. The training consists of five days over 5 weeks.

Our next scheduled training dates are:

Monday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th September and 4th October. Training will be online and the days run from 10am-4pm. All five training days need to be attended.

Recruitment has begun for the September training.

Humanimal Hub Volunteer Ambassador

Role Description

Reports to: Research and Outreach Manager

Purpose

We want a world where both humans and animals have better opportunities to benefit from medical progress because vets, doctors and researchers routinely collaborate and share – this is One Medicine.

We drive collaboration between vets, doctors and researchers so that humans and animals benefit from equal and sustainable medical progress, but not at the expense of an animal’s life.

Launched in early 2020, the Humanimal Hub for One Medicine is an online forum: a vital, interactive space that is free to join and use, where leading minds in human and animal medicine, and the allied disciplines can connect, collaborate, contribute and share knowledge and research, driving forward closer cooperation for the benefit of humans and animals.

Humanimal Hub Ambassadors will help us to:

• Increase awareness and improve understanding of One Medicine, engaging students, researchers, bioscience, medical and veterinary professionals, showing the evidence and demonstrating the case for change;
• Facilitate collaboration between human and veterinary medicine, by supporting and promoting opportunities within the Hub for professionals to come together;
• Assist in the development and roll out of our education programme through activities aimed at students, the professionals of the future, via the Hub;
• Drive support to Humanimal Trust so that we can develop our work and continue to facilitate One Medicine.

Main Role Activities

• Promoting platform membership to peers and others who may be interested in One Medicine, the work of Humanimal Trust, and opportunities for collaboration;
• Promoting engagement on the platform;
• Actively sourcing, developing and posting relevant and appropriate content and discussion;
• Supporting Hub members with any queries they may have;
• Supporting the broader Trust team in developing the platform and assisting in member stewardship including welcoming new members;
• Assisting the admin team with moderating posts where this might be needed.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Empathy, enthusiasm and understanding of Humanimal Trust objectives
• Relevant qualifications (or current studies) in human/veterinary medicine or other health or science-allied professional;
• Strong communication and IT skills – particularly experience of online platforms/social media admin/moderation/management and/or content creation;
• Enjoy working as part of a friendly and sociable team;
• Desire to make a positive difference to human and animal health

Time Commitment

The Humanimal Hub has a growing membership from all over the world, so timings and the level of commitment needed can be very flexible. Please outline your availability as part of your application, along with any main areas of interest: content creation, member engagement, moderation, membership promotion, etc.

Location

Humanimal Hub Volunteer Ambassadors can be based anywhere in the UK provided you have internet access. 

Support

• Full induction into Humanimal Trust;
• Support from the Trust team in undertaking activities and in discussing and developing ideas for content, new initiatives, moderation, etc;
• Ongoing and other support as needed in accordance with Ambassador feedback;
• In addition, Humanimal Trust has a dedicated volunteer Ambassador Facebook Group, regular social meet ups via Zoom, and we encourage regular in-person social activities (when Covid restrictions allow and it is safe to do so).

Benefits

• Relevant experience for CV or work experience record (Humanimal Trust will provide appropriate written record of your contribution);
• Opportunity to network with peers and globally-regarded specialists in a variety of aspects of human and veterinary medicine;
• Opportunity to attend virtual and physical conferences and events;
• Direct contribution to Humanimal Trust’s impact for both human and animal health.

Additional Information

• Humanimal Trust Ambassadors need to be at least 18 years of age;
• Further details of the Humanimal Hub, and how to join, are available via the Humanimal Trust website.

Here at Syria Relief we have an exciting opportunity for an HR Student or recent Graduate to join our team based in Salford, Greater Manchester. You will join us on a part-time basis, for 3 months. In return, you will receive training, work experience, and the opportunity to progress. Travel and food expenses will be reimbursed.

Syria Relief is a charity that aims to provide aid and assistance to people affected by natural and man-made disasters. Our vision is a world of crises-resilient communities. Our mission is to mobilise and respond to emergencies and critical needs through humanitarian, development and peace-building action, helping affected communities survive, recover and build a better future.

The HR department is responsible for managing the employee life cycle (i.e. recruiting, hiring, on boarding, training, performance management etc.) of employees and volunteers.

Tasks include:

• To assist the HR department with daily admin duties, including filing, scanning, shredding and organizing.
• To update staff trackers, records and personnel files, as well as dealing with any incoming HR related queries.
• Training will be provided on the organizational policies, and then the post holder will be the first point of contact for query resolution
• Creating any HR letters, such as confirming employment and proving references.
• Researching up on policies and procedures and assisting with ensuring the charity is remaining compliant
• Assisting with the development of a volunteer & work experience programme – which would include policies and procedures around recruitment and supervision
• Creating process maps for HR procedures, as well as the booking travel and insurance procedures
• Other generalist support and admin duties will be required as needed.

What we're looking for:

• A student or recent graduate with a minimum honours degree in the last 2 years
• An understanding of humanitarian and development work
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Proactive and able to use initiative to get things done and prioritise his or her work
• Excellent written communication skills with high attention to detail
• A good team player
• Generalist Administration or office work desired
• The ideal candidate would be hardworking, trustworthy and reliable
• Flexible and adaptable
• Must be able to treat all matters confidentially
• Strong attention to detail is required
• Sensitive to the needs of others
• Committed to learning and fulfilling the Internships Scheme

What you'll gain:

• HR Administration Skills
• Basic Understanding of employment law
• 3 months’ experience of Working in an Office environment
• Supporting with organizational change & development
• Increase knowledge of working in the charity sector
• Increasing knowledge of volunteer management, policies and procedures 

Our Culture & Values:

Believe in the cause - We believe in changing a situation from negative to lasting positive; helping those in need; saving and transforming lives for the better is what drives us.

Work together - Teamwork is the backbone of our work’s success.

Give with grit - Being a “gritty” person means perseverance and passion for long-term goals; hence, freely giving with courage, conscientiousness, and resilience; acting with optimism, confidence, and creativity as you strive for excellence.

Make life better - Ultimately, our work is to make life, in its holistic sense, better for everyone, and everything, including the environment.

Our culture is fast paced, yet welcoming, collaborative, and compassionate. As a charity concentrating on international development, we’re focused on ensuring our employees have a great experience with us, and are always learning, developing, and gaining a deeper understanding of the programmes we do, and why we do them.

Our work environment is friendly, open, and transparent – we’re not hierarchical, and junior and senior staff work closely together, aiding in the professional development of all staff.

Please note this is a Manchester based volunteer role only, and we will only review applications where the candidate has demonstrated they have the right to work within the UK. This role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks which may include, but are not limited to, employment references, right to work verification, Accuity background check and where appropriate a criminal record check.

Support shop staff and volunteers, develop your skills and be a disability gamechanger in your local community.

About your role

You will help raise vital charity income to fund our work to achieve everyday equality for disabled people. As a Lead Volunteer for Scope you will help to oversee the running of our shop and support other volunteers to have a great experience. Once you’ve completed the training, you might get involved in:

• Being a key-holder, opening and closing the shop
• Overseeing and supporting other volunteers
• Supporting the shop manager and assistant manager
• Banking and cashing up
• In-store promotions and campaigns

Where and when

You will be based at 4 Harefield Road Abbeygate Shopping Centre, Nuneaton CV11 4HD. This is a very flexible role however we do require a commitment of a minimum of 16 hours per week. We are open 7 days a week, so chat to us about the hours and days that suit you.

Skills needed

• Motivated to complete training modules
• Reliable and responsible
• Good communication skills
• Problem solver
• Motivated to develop leadership skills and confidence
• Keen to learn
• Some experience of volunteering in retail is desirable but not essential

Skills you’ll gain

• Running a retail store
• Customer service
• Leadership
• Supporting and supervising volunteers
• Coaching and mentoring
• Cash handling and banking
• Excellent customer service
• Valuable experience for your CV
• Experience in a large national disability charity

The support you will get

• Volunteer induction into Scope 
• Relevant training to do your role efficiently and safely 
• Access to a wealth of online training modules and videos hosted by Scope and Charity Learning Consortium 
• Opportunity to train up to Level 2 Lead Volunteer once you’ve completed Level 1
• Information on development opportunities such as NVQ training and paid roles 
• One to one support and regular catch ups with your manager
• Agreed out of pocket expenses (if you have any) 
• Reasonable adjustments to make the role accessible to you 
• A work-related reference for you 

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. We expect all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

**Please note- if you would like to progress from Level 1 to take on Level 2 training a DBS check will be required at the time.

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The Sunshine Charity

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

The Sunshine Charity is looking for volunteers to join us in a variety of roles based at our office based in London EC4M 9BJ. We have availability during daytime, evenings and weekends. We are especially interested in skilled and experienced volunteers in various areas that support the growth and development of the charity, including;

1. Management roles.
2. Run your own groups and projects
3. Office Based roles
4. Roles working directly with service users 

The Sunshine Charity is a newly registered charity providing services and support to those living with loneliness and social isolation, Our mission is to bring 'Sunshine' and human connection missing in peoples lives, through our Befriending Service, Social Networking Based Activities and through wellbeing Groups, both online and face to face.

The Sunshine Charity was born out of love, and a passion to make change based on the lived experiences of the Founder's sister, who has been living with Cerebral Palsy all of her life; the loneliness and social isolation that both the physical and mental disability has caused her and the loneliness of having no friends, the inability to do things for herself and the lack of compassion and care within the health and social care system to understand her needs and to make her feel human, has led to her feeling in total darkness, suicidal and wishing to end her life.

You can help us bring some 'Sunshine' into peoples lives by volunteering with us at the Sunshine Charity.

Why not volunteer with us and help us transform the lives of vulnerable people suffering in silence and darkness and let us break the chains of social isolation and loneliness, bring in the Sunshine and help make a difference in the lives of those in need.

PLEASE TELL US WHAT ROLE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR, WHILE SENDING US YOUR CV!!!

The Sunshine Charity

By Your Side

PLEASE TELL US WHAT ROLE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR, WHILE SENDING US YOUR CV!!!

The Sunshine Charity

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

The Sunshine Charity is a newly registered charity providing services and support to those suffering and living with loneliness and social isolation, Our mission is to bring 'Sunshine' and human connection missing in peoples lives.

The Sunshine Charity was born out of love, and a passion to make change based on the lived experiences of the Founder's sister, who has been living with Cerebral Palsy all of her life; the loneliness and social isolation that both the physical and mental disability has caused her and the loneliness of having no friends, the inability to do things for herself and the lack of compassion and care within the health and social care system to understand her needs and to make her feel human, has led to her feeling in total darkness, suicidal and wishing to end her life.

You can help us bring some 'Sunshine' into peoples lives by volunteering with us at the Sunshine Charity as our Graphic Design Lead, where you will be able to help us by designing much needed graphic design materials for our Charity.

We are currently in need of the following designs to be completed within the next 2-6 weeks in order of priority;

• Roller Banners (for us to take to local events to promote the Sunshine Charity and to put up at the new base too).
• Photo ID Card Design (for the team to wear when engaging with service users and the community).
• Business Stationery (Letterhead, Compliment Slips and Business Cards for us to use when communicating externally).
• Charity T-Shirt Design (for our team to wear at events and in the community to be visible and to be seen so we can help those in need).
• Poster and Flyer (for the Sunshine Charity to promote our charity and services to those who need our services and support).
• Social Media Posts (to provide information on the charity and to increase online engagement).
• Branded Marketing Photo Images (for the walls of our new base coming soon).
• Internal Posters (to put on the walls, Org Chart, Our Promise, Our Brand, Safeguarding Flowchart, etc).
• Sunshine Charity Signage (for the walls of our new base coming soon).
• Guide Booklet (for people to find out more about our charity).
• Welcome Booklet (for all new Volunteers joining the charity).
• Annual Report (to present to the public on the charities annual activities).
• Internal Posters (to put on the walls, Org Chart, Our Promise, Our Brand, Safeguarding Flowchart, etc).

This volunteer role is remote/home based and you will need your own software and computer to help us create the designs above and have a good understanding of creating a happy, vibrant, positive and yellow bright brand identity for us.

Why not volunteer with us and help us transform the lives of vulnerable people suffering in silence and darkness and let us break the chains of social isolation and loneliness, bring in the Sunshine and help make a difference in the lives of those in need.

The Sunshine Charity

By Your Side

OXFAM EALING MUSIC & AUDIO SHOP-LEAD VOLUNTEER - SUNDAYS

Our Ealing Music and Audio shop is currently recruiting for a Lead Volunteer (Sundays) in Oxfam's only stand-alone music store in London. It's a fantastic shop with a friendly, welcoming team. If you love music, you'll be in great company here. We'll give you training and support so you can help us sell lots of goodies each week by providing customers and donors with amazing service.

Oxfam is a global movement which fights to end poverty, campaigns on women's rights, climate change, fair wage for UK carers, etc. If you have some spare time and you want to support the organisations, we would love to know you.

*Lunch and travel expenses reimbursed in line with Oxfam’s policy*

What are your key responsibilities?

As a lead volunteer, you will assist the shop manager in leading, managing and planning for the development of a shop team. You may be involved in:

· Opening, closing, and managing the shop in the shop manager’s absence.

· Supervising volunteers and ensuring safeguarding and health and safety policies are adhered to and acted on as appropriate, reporting any concerns.

· Effectively delegating responsibilities and coaching individuals and teams.

· Maximising the income from donations, Sourced by Oxfam, and Gift Aid.

· Ensuring that shop activities reflect Oxfam values and beliefs.

· Using the shop’s guidelines to sort and price donated Music stock (CD's, DVD's, and records)

· Creating attractive displays across the shop.

· Restocking and supporting customer service on the shop floor

· Accepting and thanking customers for their donations

· Sorting and pricing music, including vinyl, CD’s, and DVD’s

· Keeping the shop floor full and fresh

Skills and competencies:

· An enthusiasm for Oxfam's work and helping others get involved is important

· Ability to work within the Oxfam’s guidelines and values

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Good communication skills

· Attention to detail

· Honesty, integrity, commitment, and reliability

What this role can offer the volunteer:

· Our shops raise millions of pounds each year to fund Oxfam’s crucial work Oxfam to overcome poverty and injustice around the world

· Be part of an inclusive and diverse team and make long-lasting friends

· Opportunity to share your skills and gain new ones

· Retail Training: Stock Management, or do merchandising, Customer Service, Communication skills and Leadership

· References provided to future employers

· Career opportunities: lots of our actual managers have started as volunteers, maybe you can be the next!

· Creating value for the donor and for Oxfam by asking every donor if they are signed up to Gift Aid

· Research and price valuable items and keep the inventory registration updated

· Identify items to sell in the shop floor vs Online shop

*Boost your confidence, skills, and CV by volunteering*

Tempted? Click apply now and we'll get back to you soon!

Vacancy location: Oxfam Ealing Music & Audio Shop | 23 The Green, Ealing, W5 5DA

Our shop complies with Covid-19 guidance and we aim to keep everyone safe with thorough cleaning and welfare procedures. We aim to reply to applications within two working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your junk folder.

Ashford Place provides support services to single homeless people as well as vulnerable people in our local community. Moving away from a single issue agency, the charity is keen to work with its local community and statutory partners to improve the lives of vulnerable people in Brent.

We provide our services from our wholly owned Community Resource Centre. We are spearheading a significant change in the way support services are designed and delivered with an emphasis on personal responsibility, community cohesion and long term positive impact on individuals/communities. We have achieved Investors in People, Matrix and Customer 1st quality standard awards.

What will you be doing?

As a Trustee with HR experience we are looking for someone to 

• Ensure highest standards of governance in policies and practice related to employee relations, recruitment, retention, reward and recognition as well as staff and trustee development.

• Develop an employee and Volunteer wellbeing strategy
• Assessing risks and measuring the impact of HR interventions in the light of changing legal requirements and best practice.

• Implementing company policies and practices in the context of furthering charitable objectives and evaluating how they impact beneficiaries and staff.
• Ensuring long-term strategic oversight of the organisation’s personnel and staffing requirements in relation to the overarching goals of the charity

What are we looking for?

We need someone  with

• the kind of HR background that helps us create a healthy and productive staff team.
• who has a good track record of success at an operational and strategic level.
• An understanding of the UK charity sector, good governance, Charity Commission, relevant legislations and statutory requirements
• A thorough understanding of HR policy and practice • Experience of performance management, HR/employment law issues and implementing them contextually
• Working effectively as a Trustee team member and demonstrating a willingness to learn and develop
• Excellent networking skills, influencing and communication skills.
• And someone who believes in what our charity  is doing

What difference will you make?

• We want a happy, productive staff and volunteer team who already work over and above their hours, and so deserve to work in an environment that respects, protects and supports them. We do but we want to do it better. 
• We want to achieve a high level of Investors in People quality framework

What’s in it for the volunteer?

• We want a happy, productive staff and volunteer team who already work over and above their hours, and so deserve to work in an environment that respects, protects and supports them. We do but we want to do it better. 
• We want to achieve a high level of Investors in People quality framework

Commitment:

0-3 hours / week. Our Trustees meet 8 times a year and each Trustee is asked to lead on a piece of work e.g. HR which would require extra time.

How to apply:

To apply, please follow the link provided and follow the instructions

Deadline:

3rd November 2021

The Sunshine Charity

The Loneliness and Wellbeing Charity

We are the Sunshine Charity, a newly registered charity providing services and support to those living with loneliness and social isolation. Our mission is to bring the 'Sunshine' and human connection missing in people’s lives, through activities, programmes, events and services that aim to bring people together online and face to face.

The Sunshine Charity was born out of love, and a passion to make change based on the lived experiences of the Founder's sister, who has been living with Cerebral Palsy all of her life; the loneliness and social isolation that both the physical and mental disability has caused her, the lack of friendship and the inability to do things for herself, as well as the lack of compassion and care within the health and social care system to understand her needs and to take action or to even make her feel like a human, has led to her feeling in total darkness, suicidal and wishing to end her life.

By joining us as a volunteer at the Sunshine Charity, you could help us to bring some 'Sunshine' into people’s lives.

We need a volunteer with experience in Befriending or as a Trainer, who can design, develop and facilitate training on Befriending to volunteers at the Sunshine Charity, giving volunteers an introduction to befriending, while giving them the tools and ability to get on successfully within their befriending volunteer roles, while bringing 'sunshine' into peoples lives.

Get in touch and tell us how you can help make this happen and be part of something amazing, where we can make real change and impact in the lives of those living with loneliness and social isolation.

Why not volunteer and help us create an amazing community of passionate, dedicated and committed people to help end loneliness and give people some compassion and love back. Help us make a difference and change a life.

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