Volunteer marketing communications assistant volunteer roles in belfast
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"We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer enhanced professional development programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field). While we only have 3 vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria".
QuilomboUK is looking for a PR & Marketing Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports, and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in marketing; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply ‘give something back to their community’. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
As a PR & Marketing Assistant at Quilombo UK, you will play a vital role in providing general marketing support while actively engaging in various marketing tasks to contribute to the overall success of our initiatives. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development within the different units of Marketing, including Social Media, Images, Video, and Website. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, from data collection and report compilation to active participation in campaign organization and development. You will also be actively contributing to real-life marketing projects and playing a key role in planning, developing, and implementing effective marketing strategies. This role requires a proactive and creative individual who will promote our organization through various channels, manage social media presence, contribute to innovative marketing programs, and engage in comprehensive market research.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic and creative individual who is eager to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of marketing, from strategic planning to social media management.
Main tasks:
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Working on real life marketing projects
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Planning, developing and implementing marketing strategies.
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Promote the organisation through Social Media channels , and through maintaining and updating information about the organisation.
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Managing the organisation’s social media pages by posting updates and responding to comments and messages
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Submitting ideas for marketing programmes/campaigns designed to enhance and grow the company’s brand
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Organising marketing campaigns
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Creating, organising and delivering presentations
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Conducting market research and analysing participants’ reports, questionnaires and surveys.
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Using social media and website analytics to find out the effectiveness of ongoing campaigns and understand the way users interact with the site and social media posts.
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Contribute to staff meetings, and other internal meetings with views and suggestions.
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Analyze information to provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Directors
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Receive and interpret briefings from the Directors, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of organizational objectives
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Develop and deliver clear and concise communication to internal and external stakeholders
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Translate briefings into actionable outcomes, coordinating with various teams and individuals
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Training and support available:
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Social media
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Canvas
Skills:
Essential
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Attention to detail
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Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
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Problem-solving, planning and creative-thinking skills
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Time management and prioritisation abilities
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Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms
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Knowledge and understanding of online and offline marketing tactics
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Good Teamworking skills
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Strong organisational skills
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Numerical skills, which includes analysing and compiling spreadsheets
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Social Media skills.
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Office based skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Adheres to the organisation’s key objectives
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Delivering quality work in a timely manner
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Self-driven
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Ability to multi-task and adhere to deadlines
Desirable
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Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate. QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
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Good Knowledge of market research techniques and database
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Previous experience working in an office environment, dealing with administrative tasks or using a product database.
When needed:
Willing to volunteer at least 12 hours a week, for a duration of 16 weeks as part of a Personal Development Program (PDP).
QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons. Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance. We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
Join us in leading positive change!
The Admin Assistant role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to:
- Gain experience in the Third Sector.
- Develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.
The role provides you with flexibility and autonomy at work. Where necessary, specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
- Managing organisation of meetings and appointment
- Organising events and conferences
- Managing databases
- Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems
- Liaising with staff
- Miscellaneous tasks to support the team.
General tasks
- Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
Essential:
- You will need to have good written skills.
- Well organised, proactive, and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
- Good time management
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
- Able to participate at least 12 hours a week (2 days, 6 hours each day)
Desirable
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
- Proficiency in Microsoft and Excel
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK and QMC Capoeira School runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a personal laptop or PC?
- Are you sure you can commit to this job as being a non-paid job?
- Do you think you will be able to commit yourself to the PDP programme, implicitly 12 hours per week, for 16 weeks?
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Market Researcher Volunteer
Are you curious, do you enjoy exploring ideas, researching trends, delivering insights and eager to make a meaningful impact?
We're looking for a volunteer Market Researcher to support planning across various initiatives and projects by gathering, analysing, and reporting information that informs smart decisions.
Whether you’re gaining experience, switching paths, or simply want to contribute your skills meaningfully, this is your chance to work on purposeful projects in a flexible and rewarding opportunity.
We’re passionate about what we do and value every person who helps us do it better.
Let’s explore something meaningful together.
Responsibilities
• Conduct research on topics ranging from markets, industries, customer needs, or competitors, depending on the project.
• Gather and organise information from credible online sources, industry reports, surveys, and interviews
• Analyse findings to identify opportunities, trends, and challenges
• Deliver written reports that are clear, structured, and meaningful to help decision-making in the project
Requirements
• A curious mind with an eye for detail
• Strong skills in online research and information synthesis
• Ability to work independently and manage your own time
• Strong communicator, especially in writing
• Experience in research or reporting is helpful
The role could be entirely remote and is unremunerated but all reasonable expenses will be met.
ABOUT TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.
Tackle and reduce youth unemployment by providing with the necessary tools to develop skills, aptitudes, knowledge and self-confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Suicide Awareness Prevention UK (SAPUK) is a dedicated, non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC), established in 2016, focused on providing support to individuals dealing with suicidal thoughts and tendencies. Our goal is to guide people from distress toward hope, helping them regain the strength to live their lives to the fullest.
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Fundraising Volunteer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our mission. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong ability to build relationships, and a commitment to achieving fundraising goals. The Fundraiser will engage with various stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community members, to promote our cause and secure financial support.
Duties
- Develop and execute fundraising campaigns that align with the organisation's objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors through effective communication and engagement strategies.
- Utilise software tools such as Raiser's Edge for tracking donations, managing donor information, and reporting on fundraising activities.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials that highlight fundraising initiatives.
- Organise fundraising events, including planning logistics, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring successful execution.
- Conduct outreach efforts to engage the community and raise awareness about the organisation's mission.
- Provide exceptional customer service to donors and stakeholders, addressing inquiries and fostering positive relationships.
- Monitor market trends in fundraising to identify new opportunities for growth and engagement.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in fundraising or a related field is preferred.
- Strong skills in relationship management and public relations.
- Proficiency in using software tools such as Raiser's Edge or similar fundraising platforms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- A passion for the organisation's mission and a commitment to making a positive impact in the community.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £1.00 per year
Expected hours: No less than 2 per week
Benefits:
- Work from home
Experience:
- Fundraising: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
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Role Description
We are seeking dedicated innovative thinkers, event superstar planners, and fundraising heroes to join our Events & Fundraising Team at Emerge Worldwide. Our goal is to develop impactful events that generate essential support to protect children and young people from sexual exploitation.
The role will:
- Design and deliver memorable events
- Engage local communities and sponsors
- Promote our mission broadly
- Raise life-changing transformative funds
Your expertise and ideas can help us make an impactful difference to lives.
Join us and contribute to the protection of vulnerable children, young people and women.
What are we looking for?
We’re seeking volunteers with experience in Events - designing, researching, planning, delivery, and Community Engagement. We are also seeking volunteers who have fundraising experience including working around sponsorship.
We are looking for volunteers who have:
● Experience in planning successful events and activities.
● Experience of fundraising in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.
● Reliable, organised with good timekeeping.
● Able to work independently and proactively as well as in a team.
● Clear and confident in communication.
● Excellent working knowledge and comprehension of written English.
What you will gain:
By volunteering with us, you’ll experience the profound impact of helping communities, be part of a movement changing lives across the UK, gain experience in advocacy, and work with a team passionate about protecting children, young people and women against exploitation and trafficking.
Impact of Role
1. Fuelling the Mission
- Every event organised and every pound raised goes directly towards programmes that protect and empower vulnerable children and women.
- Volunteers help generate the funds that allow Emerge Worldwide to deliver training in schools, create resources, and support awareness campaigns.
2. Expanding Reach & Awareness
- Events are not just about money — they also raise the charity’s visibility and influence.
- By helping to plan and run events, volunteers spread the message of exploitation prevention to a wider audience, attracting new supporters and partners.
3. Building Community & Partnerships
- Volunteers help bring people together through fundraising dinners, charity runs, community fairs, and awareness campaigns.
- These events build a sense of shared purpose and create lasting relationships with donors, schools, businesses, and local communities.
4. Creating Memorable Experiences
- With creativity and enthusiasm, volunteers help design fun, inspiring, and impactful events that engage people’s hearts.
- These experiences encourage people to give generously and stay connected to the cause long-term.
5. Sustaining the Charity’s Growth
- By contributing to fundraising targets, volunteers ensure Emerge Worldwide can expand its projects, train more schools, produce more resources, and campaign for systemic change.
- This means their behind-the-scenes efforts translate into life-changing impact for survivors and prevention for those at risk.
We are a welcoming team, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging volunteer experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.
Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.
Raising awareness and prevention on sexual exploitation & sex trafficking. Amplifying our voice until freedom is experienced for all women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a social media whiz?
Can you take a successful brand and make it sparkle?
Do you have 3-5 hours a week to give to a charity supporting SEND families?
As a social media volunteer you will be managing and creating content for the charity's social media platforms, monitoring performance and establishing and maintaining active social media accounts.
What will you be doing?
- Creating and managing daily posts across all social media platforms e.g. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
- Advertising our services, webinars and other events in order to reach more families in need of the support we offer.
- Working in conjunction with the Operations Manager, develop new, engaging content to increase interest, improve our presence, attract followers and drive growth.
- Create posts for the organisations needs as and when needed.
What are we looking for?
- Clear understanding of social media platforms.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive can-do attitude.
- Knowledge of marketing and public relations is desirable.
- Creativity and experience with Canva for content design is also desirable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Social Media & Content Creator
Help Remix Youth Charity Inspire the Next Generation!!!
Are you a creative soul with a passion for storytelling and social impact?
Do you believe in the power of digital platforms to uplift, connect, and transform lives?
Remix Youth Charity is looking for a Social Media & Content Creator, Volunteer to help us build a bold, vibrant online presence that speaks directly to young Londoners and the people who champion them.
About Remix Youth Charity
We’re a new youth social mobility charity based in London, working with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to boost their skills, experiences, and confidence. Through mentorship, opportunities, and positive role models, we help young people build the life toolbox they need to thrive.
Your Mission
As our Social Media & Content Volunteer, you’ll be the voice of Remix online, crafting engaging posts, sharing inspiring stories, and helping us grow a community that believes in empowerment, inclusion, and transformation.
What You’ll Do
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Create and schedule content across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter).
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Share stories of impact, youth voices, and behind-the-scenes moments.
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Help shape our tone of voice and visual storytelling.
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Collaborate with our graphic designer and team to keep our brand vibrant and consistent.
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Track engagement and help us grow our reach.
What We’re Looking For
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A creative thinker with strong writing and visual communication skills.
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Someone who understands youth culture and digital trends.
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Passion for social justice, youth empowerment, and community building.
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Experience with Canva, Adobe Express, or similar tools (bonus but not essential).
What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us
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A chance to shape the digital identity of a brand new and rising charity.
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Portfolio-worthy work and real-world experience. We'll also throw in a reference.
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Creative freedom and collaboration with a passionate team.
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The joy of knowing your content is changing lives.
Ready to remix the narrative for young people across London?
Let’s build something powerful together—one post, one story, one connection at a time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job description
"We are looking for 3 candidates to join our volunteer enhanced professional development programme and gain real world experience in your chosen field). While we only have 3 vacancies available through this programme, other options are available if your skills match our criteria".
Quilombo UK is looking for Legal Assistant, who would love to join a growing organization. Quilombo UK works with the objective to promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies; To promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect; To promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.
Quilombo UK is looking to recruit a Legal Assistant who helps organization in various legal matters.
This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their skills and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'. The role provides you flexibility and autonomy at work. This will further help you to develop your professional development programme (PDP). Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.
Main Responsibilities
- We are looking for an experienced lawyer to assist the organisation in overlooking projects, ensuring they are compliant with relevant and up to date legislation and regulations.
- The legal assistant will be responsible for making sure all contracts, legislations and documents are treated within correct legal standards. They are to make sure that all activities are being performed in line with contracts and the law.
- The Legal Assistant will work closely with the HR department in overlooking the volunteer forms, legislations and documents. They should also assist the different departments within the organisation(Marketing, Funding, HR, Finance) in upholding the legal requirements needed to run the tasks that they do.
- Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.
General tasks
- Contribute to staff meetings and other internal meetings with views and suggestions etc.
Essential
- Well-organized, proactive and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
- Excellent researching skills
- Reading and report writing skills
- You will need to be an experienced lawyer or have a good legal understanding.
- You will be respectful of the confidentiality of the organisation.
- You will need to help deliver work that adheres to the key objectives of the organisation.
- Able to speak confidently with a variety of stakeholders.
- Good time-management & communication skills.
- To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
- Strong team player
- Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
Desirable
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
- Can work without much supervision
The Professional Development Programme with Quilombo UK runs over a period of 16 weeks, is UNPAID and requires a minimum of 12 hours commitment per week across Monday to Friday.
Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview. Following a successful interview, we'll initiate the onboarding process by sending you the necessary documents. Once your onboarding and identification documents are received and verified, you'll be invited to a 6-hour HR and System Induction. Subsequently, you'll meet with your Head of Department or Assistant Manager for your First Day.
Job Type: Volunteer
Benefits:
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Legal Secretary: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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InStudents
A global social enterprise that empowers students to lead local projects, dismantling educational barriers to ensure equitable access to opportunities for all.
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Lack of Access: Students in rural and underserved regions lack quality career guidance and opportunities equivalent to their privileged peers.
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Employability Gap: Students from less prestigious universities often struggle to gain the real-world work experience and confidence needed for employment.
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Ineffective Aid: Many top-down educational solutions fail because they lack crucial local context, cultural understanding, and input from the communities they aim to serve.
We are building a global, student-led movement for educational equity, empowering local leaders to solve local challenges.
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Equal Opportunities Project (EQOP): We deliver free, career-focused courses to students in underserved regions using accessible technology like WhatsApp. The content is co-created with UK university and corporate partners.
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Impact Champions Project: We are establishing a global network of student-led societies on university campuses. Each society identifies and tackles local education issues with our support, creating a sustainable, "locally led, globally connected" model for change.
Hello! We believe that a student's potential should be determined by their ambition, not their background. Right now, millions of students in underserved communities are being left behind, lacking the guidance and opportunities they need to thrive.
InStudents is changing that. We empower students to become leaders who solve educational challenges within their own communities, from running career courses via WhatsApp in rural India to building a global network of on-campus "Impact Champions".
We're looking for passionate people to help us scale this student-led movement. Whether you have skills in marketing, content creation, project management, or mentoring, your time and expertise can directly help a student discover a new career path or gain the confidence to lead. Join us and help build a world where every student has the chance to succeed.
Student Network Catalyst (Impact Champions)
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
Be at the heart of building a global, student-led movement for educational equity. We are launching 'Impact Champions' - a worldwide network of student societies tackling local education challenges. We need a catalyst to help us find and empower the founding leaders of this network.
In this role, you will:
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Develop creative outreach strategies to find and recruit the most passionate student leaders, starting in South Asia.
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Build and nurture an inspiring online community for our first cohort of leaders, connecting them with each other and our mission.
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Help shape the support system for these new societies, ensuring they have the tools and confidence to create real-world impact.
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Your work will directly lead to the creation of new campus hubs for social change, empowering hundreds of students to become leaders in their own communities.
Weekly Time Commitment
4-6 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Lead Our Launch. Build Our Future. Volunteer as a Project Manager for Urban Youth.
Urban Youth is a bold new start-up youth work charity ready to ignite positive change in London. We're on a mission to get young people off their screens and into a community built on fun, connection, and real-world experiences. We've got the vision, and the passion, and now we need a skilled Volunteer, who can lead us as our Project Manager and lead us through our crucial launch phase of Urban Youth.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to make a profound and lasting impact. You will be responsible for guiding us through the critical set-up to launch phase of our journey, ensuring we are fully prepared to open our doors and start making a difference.
What You'll Do:
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Develop a Comprehensive Project Plan: Create and manage a detailed plan for our charity's launch, from legal and financial set-up to volunteer recruitment and marketing.
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Lead and Coordinate: Take the lead on coordinating all start-up activities, working with our volunteer teams to keep everything on track and on time.
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Problem-Solve: Proactively identify and resolve any challenges that arise during the set-up process, ensuring a smooth and successful launch.
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Prepare for Handover: Put all the necessary systems and processes in place to successfully hand over the running of Urban Youth to a new Urban Youth Manager after the launch.
What We're Looking For:
You are an experienced project manager with a proven track record of bringing complex projects to life. You are a natural leader who is organised, decisive, and excellent at communicating. While you won't be paid, the sense of ownership and impact will be immense. Your strategic guidance and expertise will be the foundation of our charity's success.
What You'll Gain:
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Executive Leadership: The opportunity to lead a pivotal project for a brand-new, exciting charity.
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Lasting Impact: The profound satisfaction of knowing your work enabled the creation of a charity that will serve young people for years to come.
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Purpose-Driven Work: A chance to use your professional skills for a meaningful cause that you can be incredibly proud of.
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Flexible Engagement: This is a project-based role with a clear end goal, perfect for someone who wants to make a high-impact, time-limited contribution.
Join us and help build the engine that will power our mission to change young lives.
Ready to lead the charge? Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your project management experience.
URBAN YOUTH
Your City. Your Vibe. Your Leadership.
Positive and engaging youth work activities and programmes that help young people discover themselves, build life skills and help shape their destiny.
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SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCHERS (SSR)
As a member of The Working Group research team, our Social Science Researchers (SSR) study the human rights liberties and suppressions of women and girls within each country to identify and address social issues. They implement and manage research projects, collect and analyse data, and report findings of said research. Their work helps shape IWI’s policy decisions, social reforms, and human interactions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
o Understand the needs of the project, i.e. the research questions it needs to answer;
o Design an appropriate methodology to deliver the project;
o Design and write survey questionnaires;
o Apply a range of research techniques to gather relevant information, including document analysis, surveys, case studies and interviews (face-to-face, telephone and online);
o Liaise with and direct social research field interviewers to gather information;
o Gather information by directing or carrying out qualitative fieldwork;
o Conduct reviews of relevant literature and evidence;
o Analyse and evaluate research and interpret data using a range of analysis packages;
o Prepare, present and disseminate results in the form of reports, briefings, research papers and presentations;
o Offer research-based briefings and advice, which may involve writing action plans;
o Advise external bodies on social policy;
o Prepare and present tenders for new research projects or respond to research tenders prepared by others.
SKILLS
o Quantitative and qualitative research skills for undertaking tasks such as interviewing, survey design and controlled trials;
o Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills;
o The ability to think logically and creatively;
o A natural sense of curiosity to understand social issues and the impact policy can have;
o Good verbal and written communication skills, to write reports and present findings;
o Strong interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining relationships;
o Teamworking skills and the ability to work well independently;
o Confidence in using Microsoft office software and a range of digital tools and platforms;
o Project management skills to oversee all aspects of a research project right through from initial plans to the final report;
o Accuracy and attention to detail for handling data and reporting research findings;
o A flexible approach to work, with the ability to work on several different research projects simultaneously;
o Organisation skills, good time management and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
REQUIREMENTS
o Fluency in English is a MUST. Additional UN languages are a plus;
o At least 4 years of research experience;
o At least 2 years of experience working for a government authority, INGO and/or private sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking a remote, creative & proactive Content Creator to join our Communications team on an unpaid, volunteer basis, providing 8 or more hours per week support on average to our International WASH programmes. .
EQUAL AQUA is an award-winning NGO providing equal access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in Uganda. Equal Aqua is managed by an international team of 30+ volunteers, based mainly in the UK and Uganda, but spanning over 10 countries.We are looking to expand and diversify our team of volunteers – seeking candidates with knowledge and skills in various fields, and a deep passion for our cause.
JOB SUMMARY:
Join us as part of our Communications team to help deliver powerful content for our internal & external communications strategy. You will be working alongside the Communications Manager & Communications Officer to develop our digital content & increase our presence on social media platforms. Provide creative support for enhancing donor prospects, generating demand & increasing engagement through compelling narratives to support EAU projects & fundraising initiatives.
ROLE & RESPONSBILITIES
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Write engaging, accessible copy for social media posts, blogs, and newsletter updates.
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Develop storytelling materials, such as case studies and fundraising spotlights, aligned with EAU’s brand voice.
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Ensure alignment with the EA communications calendar and major WASH/sector events.
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Design on-brand visuals for social media posts, including carousels, infographics, and WASH project graphics.
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Assist with basic video editing and formatting of short clips for social media and the website.
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Work within established brand and content guidelines to ensure consistency.
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Work to project briefs and meet agreed timelines; maintain clear communication with other volunteers.
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Understand how data and analytics informs content performance.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL:
Experience:
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Proven ability in creation of high-quality social media content and graphics.
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Skilled at video editing (e.g. Canva, or Adobe Premiere Pro).
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Strong copywriting, research and storytelling skills (long-from and short-form).
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General understanding of social media best practices.
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An eye for visual consistency and experience working with brand guidelines/briefs.
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A proactive, collaborative, flexible, and self-directed approach to volunteering
Skills:
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Familiarity with tools such as Monday, Google Analytics, Notion, or Mailchimp.
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Knowledge of tools like Monday/Buffer to track tasks and maintain project visibility.
DESIRABLE:
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Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel as needed.
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Previous experience within the voluntary or charity sector is advantageous.
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Experience working with virtual teams.
COMPETENCIES
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Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
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Excellent time management and organizational skills.
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Creative thinker who can develop innovative solutions.
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Detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy and quality.
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Strong technical and data awareness.
BENEFITS
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At EAU all volunteers work remotely & flexibly, enabling you to balance work, holiday & personal commitments anywhere in the world.
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Join a diverse international community & gain a sense of fulfilment by contributing directly to impactful programmes that EAU delivers.
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Increase your opportunities for personal growth through exposure to new skills, experiences & perspectives that working for an NGO can bring.
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We also offer opportunities for networking, internships, mentoring & training to support you in your role.
Our Vision: To become a leading organisation in Uganda in addressing inequalities in WASH, and interrelated issues of gender and sustainability
Our Mission: We will achieve this by working with partners and local communities to develop the required WASH skills, knowledge and practical interventions
Objectives:
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To improve access to safe and sustainable WASH for those facing the greatest inequalities in Uganda
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To strengthen the participation of local communities in WASH, in particular women and girls, and displaced peoples
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To take action to protect the natural environment, reduce pollution and tackle climate change
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
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32,866 people with improved access to safe water
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11,044 people with improved sanitation
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11,755 people with improved WASH knowledge and skills
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3,877 people with improved menstrual hygiene knowledge
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British High Commission award winner
VALUES:
At Equal Aqua we champion bottom-up grassroots development. To make this possible, we have created a proactive and friendly environment, which strives to create practical and lasting solutions to WASH-related issues. Each member of Equal Aqua is passionate about WASH inequalities, and our values are a central basis for inspiration and the culture of the organisation.
Why volunteer for EAU?
By volunteering for EAU you will directly contribute to making tangible and positive changes to people’s lives in Uganda. Your efforts will help us to grow and empower our team of international volunteers, enabling us to reach more communities and transform more lives. You will also get to meet & collaborate with a great team of volunteers from all over the world. If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for.
Please note that all members of Equal Aqua work remotely and on a voluntary basis. We ask that volunteers contribute on average 1 day per week and commit to the role for 12 months as a minimum.
Interviews will take place via MS Teams where you will meet an informal panel of volunteers.
Data Protection and Privacy:
As a non-profit organization, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of all applicants' personal information. We process your personal data in line with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where relevant.
Any information you share with us during the recruitment process will be used solely for assessing your suitability for the position and will be handled confidentially. Your data will be stored securely, accessed only by authorized staff, and retained only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes.
You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time. By applying, you consent to the processing of your information in accordance with these principles.
DEI statement:
EAU is committed to offering equal opportunities and treatment to all its volunteers. We see diversity as a strength and anyone seeking volunteering at Equal Aqua is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We don’t regard colour, religion, ethnicity, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status.
We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements.
Equal Aqua is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in the UK; it operates equally and in unison with Equal Aqua Uganda, a registered Community Based Organisation (CBO) in Uganda (EAU refers to both).
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To become a leading organisation in Uganda in addressing inequalities in WASH, and interrelated issues of gender and sustainability.

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