Animal Volunteer Roles
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
International Aid for the Protection & Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) was founded in 2009 and aims to provide protection and improve the welfare of animals in need.
We have recently relaunched our Auctions for Animals online fundraising events and are searching for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team to help source donations. Ideally our volunteers will have some experience in generating donations/prizes for fundraising events, or will be happy to spread the word within your local community and collect new or preloved donations for us.
Tasks will include:
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Identify suitable avenues for donations, creating and building relationships with our supporters and donors and helping to promote IAPWA within your local community.
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Assist with the running of our monthly auction events via our Auctions For Animals Facebook Group, eBay and Vinted shops.
Ideally you will;
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Enjoy promoting our charity within the community and help to generate a regular stream of donations.
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Have experience of using Google Workspace or willingness to learn.
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Be able to work independently and use your own initiative.
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Offer 1-3 hours per week (hours can be fully flexible)
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A passion to help raise funds for animals in our care
What we can offer you;
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Training and support from our Retail Manager and our Auction Team
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An opportunity to build your CV skills and develop your knowledge and experience.
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A chance to help increase the awareness of the important work we do at IAPWA.
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A fully flexible role that can fit around your schedule via remote working.
IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection & Welfare of Animals) is a UK registered charity dedicated to creating a better future for animals in need
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A bit about this role
Across the UK, many cats are cared for by volunteer fosterers who provide a stable, safe and loving environment in their homes or in purpose-built pens in their gardens. They provide vital hands-on care and accommodation to stray or abandoned cats or cats whose owners could sadly no longer keep them, and are part of a dedicated team of volunteers committed to finding new homes for cats in need. Our fosterers carry out this role with support from their local branch or centre.
Most of our fosterers care for one or two cats at a time and enjoy providing lots of TLC to those cats, who have been pre-loved or have had a difficult start in life. Some of our fosterers look after new mums and kittens and provide round-the-clock care to newborns to give them the best start in life.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Meeting the needs of the cats and kittens in your care
- Cleaning and looking after the cats’ environment and equipment
- Feeding, grooming and administering medication
- Spending time enriching the cats’ experience in care including; play, exercise and stroking
- Maintaining high standards of animal welfare
A bit more information about this role and the team
Looking for Fosterers mainly in the Deeside area although would consider applicants from the Kincardine area that have a suitable indoor space although we would consider those with a suitable outdoor space in the right location.
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens in need by caring for them before they find new, loving homes. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- A dedicated suitable spare room in your house or space in your garden for a purpose-built pen – you can read more about this here
- Basic knowledge of cats, cat care and understanding their needs
- An appreciation of cat welfare and hygiene standards
- Good interpersonal skills
- Patience, commitment and empathy
- Willingness to be part of a team
Time expectation
Our volunteer fosterers usually spend one and a half hours per day on average (around 10 to 13 hours per week) in this role, but this might vary depending on the number of cats or kittens in care. In order to help you feel confident in your fosterer role we ask that prior to looking after your first foster cat you complete some online cat welfare learning modules.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
We are here to help people see the world through cats’ eyes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A bit about this role
Unfortunately our feline friends can occasionally stray or get lost, which can be extremely distressing for their owners. Our lost and found volunteers are passionate about reuniting lost cats and bringing families back together. They help cats and their owners by advertising lost cats and providing support, advice and guidance to people searching for their cats.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Responding to enquiries from the public about lost and found cats
- Keeping up to date records of lost and founds cats
- Matching cats that are reported lost with those reported found
- Advertising lost and found cats
- Providing help and information to owners about their lost cats
A bit more information about this role and the team
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping reunite lost cats with their owners. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Record keeping and administration skills
- Good IT skills
- Patience and the ability to deal with sensitive situations
- Willingness to be part of a team
Time expectation
Our lost and found volunteers usually spend between 2 to 3 hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
We are here to help people see the world through cats’ eyes.
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AOOW is the only vegan animal sanctuary in Cambodia working towards animal rights!
We need someone like you so we can start growing our team and protecting animals in Siem Reap.
We are looking for a hard-working, animal-loving assistant shelter caretaker to learn the ropes of how to take care of animals in a rescue shelter.
The Assistant will be trained by our head Shelter Caretaker in how to take care of the animals feeding, cleaning, and socializing, as well as other jobs around the shelter.
Taking care of animals is much more than feeding them! A clean shelter is ESSENTIAL to ensuring the health of our 100+ rescued cats and dogs.
The Assistant will also learn some basics about taking care of fully-rehabilitated animals who have lifelong health issues, such as paralysis and PTSD.
When we have enough funding, we will re-start our community outreach program for medical animal emergencies with local poverty-stricken families. We also plan to conduct vaccination and sterilization community projects that will help achieve our core mission - to prevent animal suffering!
Some daily tasks may include:
+ Walking and socializing with the dogs and cats
+ Assisting with veterinary trips
+ Routine animal care, medication administration, flea/tick prevention, etc.
+ Bandaging and caring for our paralyzed/special needs animals
+ Feeding and watering the animals
+ Cleaning the enclosures and basic sanctuary maintenance for proper health standards
+ Establishing shelter procedures, maintaining biosecurity processes
+ Community outreach for poverty-stricken Cambodian families
+ Feeding abandoned pagoda cats and dogs
+ Manage volunteers when they visit the shelter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are specifically looking for individuals with a specialism in animal welfare, for example, those with experience in, animal rescue, animal care, the veterinary industry, veterinary nursing, or as an animal behaviourist.
Using this expertise as well as other skills, as a Branch Trustee, you will influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives.
As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a committee meeting every other month lasting 2 hours either in person or virtually (can alternate). However, the commitment may vary depending on whether or not the trustee takes on additional duties.
Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee – Animal Welfare Lead
- Act as branch specialist to compliance animal welfare across the branch.
- Act as lead of animal welfare for the branch dealing with enquiries mail/phone.
- Creation and maintenance of any branch specific animal welfare standards.
- Ensure branch trustees are kept informed of any events of note, including requests for extraordinary expenditure or decisions as and when they happen.
- Lead and organise animal welfare branch sub-committee.
- Provide written animal welfare report for every branch meeting.
- Maintain control of all veterinary and other animal services provided to the branch.
- Maintain control of animal welfare vouchering schemes.
- Creation and contribution to the animal welfare promotional materials.
- Act as second reviewer for adoptors and fosterers.
- Act as main contact for RSPCA Inspectors, vets, boarding facilities.
- Creation and contributor to branch communications.
- Compliance with Data Protection Act 2018.
- Submission of the RSPCA Reports as required.
What we are looking for in a volunteer:
We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.
Above all, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives, shares our passion for and knowledge of animal welfare, and who can put ideas into action.
You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee – Animal Welfare Lead
- We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
- Ongoing support is also provided by local and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
- The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
- The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
- A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a positive impact for animals? If yes, we would love to speak to you!
As a Community Fundraiser and Activist at International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) you will join a friendly team of like-minded animal lovers in Northumberland to make a real difference to the lives of thousands of animals every year.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraise: Use your passion for animals to create and take part in a range of FUNdraising activities in Northumberland to support animals in need
Support: Provide support to others in your group where needed to contribute to the team goals
Educate: Help to raise awareness of our work and share our campaigns and petitions to end animal cruelty
Connect: Commit to attending meetings with your Community Coordinator and Team, and meet new like-minded people in your local area
Learn: Undertake training where needed to enable you to carry out your role
Opportunities for the Right Candidate
Personal Growth and Development: Develop a range of skills, expand your network and gain valuable experience in event coordination and community engagement.
Make a Difference: Help to raise awareness and support for animal welfare initiatives.
About IAPWA
IAPWA was founded in 2009 to provide protection and improve the welfare of animals in need. Today we are an international animal welfare charity, driven to provide a lifeline for animals around the world.
Through our projects and partnerships, we’re committed to creating long-term change, working towards a better future for all animals. Our work is vast and includes providing veterinary services to animals in need, educating communities about the importance of animal welfare, working with authorities to develop humane dog and cat population management programmes, and even finding supportive homes for dogs and cats through our adoption programmes. We provide care to thousands of animals worldwide every year and rely on the support of generous animal lovers like you to help us.
How to apply
If you're passionate about animals and have a desire to make a real difference, please apply today through Charity Job and find out how you can join the IAPWA Northumberland Team.
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Can you help our four-legged friends get from A to B? We are looking for a friendly volunteer who can dedicate some time and their vehicle to transport our animals between our centres, boarding establishments, and the vets.
As a volunteer driver, you would be able to provide a suitable vehicle that you could use to help us transport the animals in our care. This is so our furry friends can get the veterinary care that they need or to reach one of our adoption units or animal centres. We rescue and rehome around 200 animals each year and provide community help and support with animal welfare in all DA postcodes plus BR8 postcodes.
You will be provided with everything you need to be able to transport our animals safely such as leads, cages etc. as well as any training and support.
Volunteer Driver responsibilities:
- Transport animals to and from the vets, private boarding establishments and our animal centres within our health and safety guidelines.
- Ensure that RSPCA rules and regulations are complied with.
- Carry out a small amount of administrative work, such as completing mileage returns.
- Use RSPCA equipment to help you transport the animals such as leads, cages, kennels etc.
What we are looking for in a volunteer Driver:
- Drivers must be aged 18 or over, have a valid driving licence, and a vehicle, which is suitable for transporting animals.
- Someone who can lift animals in and out of the vehicle.
- A friendly volunteer who has time and patience for each animal.
- Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment for 4 hours weekly.
- A careful driver!
- Applications are particularly invited from people residing in DA postcodes or BR8 postcodes
What we can offer you as a volunteer Driver:
- A way to meet new people and make new friends in your local area.
- A place where you will learn excellent new skills to add to your CV.
- An excellent induction and training programme relevant to your role.
- A fun environment at the heart of the local community.
- The opportunity to make a huge difference to the welfare of animals.
- Reimbursement for any reasonable expenses you may incur whilst volunteering with us.
- To join a small but friendly team of staff and volunteers.
Practical considerations:
- Volunteers will be required to complete an annual driver’s declaration
- This role will involve lifting animals of various sizes and weight.
- All volunteers must ensure that they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst driving for the RSPCA.
We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch.
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Overview: As an Office Administrator Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the administrative functions of our organisation. This position involves a variety of tasks, including:
- Filing documents
- Answering calls and emails
- Data entry
- IT support
- Managing databases
General Administrative Support: No professional background is required for general administrative tasks, and full training will be provided. However, specific roles such as IT support require existing IT knowledge and are better suited for individuals with a professional IT background. Volunteers are expected to commit to regular weekly sessions over an extended period due to the nature of the work.
Impact and Value: While these roles often occur behind the scenes, their importance cannot be overstated. The work you do each day is essential in contributing to positive changes and improving lives.
Prosecution Case Administration: After training, you may be asked to assist with prosecution case administration, which includes tasks such as populating case documents, transcribing interviews, and providing administrative support to investigating officers. This role may expose you to graphic imagery and video material but is vital in combating organised animal cruelty. You will have access to personal and sensitive information regarding individuals under investigation, so maintaining strict confidentiality is imperative.
Requirements:
- Commitment to regular weekly sessions
- Willingness to undergo training
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- IT knowledge (for specific IT support roles)
Join us as an Office Administrator Volunteer and make a meaningful impact in our mission to create a better world for all animals.
The Animal Welfare Investigations Project investigates organised animal cruelty and rescues animals.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Milton Keynes and North Bucks RSPCA have two retail outlets, a cattery and storage facilities. We are looking to expand our retail footprint and open an education centre in the near future.
Use your skills learned in a professional environment to benefit your local community by becoming a trustee for MK & North Bucks RSPCA. As a trustee of the MK & North Bucks branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for the animals in our care and prevent cruelty to animals.
It's a great way to meet likeminded people who share your enthusiasm for animal welfare. You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks need to raise £400k per annum to survive the current cost of living crisis. We are generously supported by private donors and our retail outlets give the majority of funds, however there is more to be done to educate the public and through fundraising and sponsorship partnerships we believe we can reach more people.
We are looking for people with a background in fundraising on a scale of £200k+ who know how to speak with corporate sponsors and can engage directly with our events team. You will be part of a team of Trustee's and responsible for your area of expertise, which requires an experienced leader of people.
The trustee will be responsible for:
• Generating new partnerships with corporate sponsors
• Engaging with internal stakeholders
• Generating ideas and project plans to source funds
• Planning and executing fundraising events from one day events to long partnerships.
Full training on trustee role is provided by the national RSPCA, all other skills must be brought by the applicant.
• You will need to have experience in creating partnerships with corporate sponsors- Essential
• You will need to have led teams to generate funds from various sources for a charity -Essential
• You will have been directly responsible for planning events to raise funds – Essential
Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity to pass on your human resources and employee relations expertise whilst helping the RSPCA; promote kindness and prevent animal cruelty, reach out to more supporters, and influence how we do things.
RSPCA Milton Keynes and North Bucks have two retail outlets, a cattery and storage facilities. We are looking to grow our retail footprint and open an education centre.
Use your skills learned in a professional environment to benefit your local community by becoming a trustee for MK & North Bucks RSPCA.
As a trustee of the MK & North Bucks branch, you will have the chance to influence how we care for the animals in our care and prevent cruelty to animals.
It's a great way to meet like minded people who share your enthusiasm for animal welfare. You will have the opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
As a HR & Employee Relations expert you would be supporting the branch by helping them maintain and develop staff throughout the organisation. You would play a key role in advising Trustees on the long-term and strategic direction of human resources and contributing towards policy setting.
As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether the trustee takes on additional duties.
Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee – HR & Employee Relations
• Advise Trustees on the long-term vision and strategic direction for investment in human resources.
• Support the Branch grow, maintain, and develop staff throughout the organisation.
• Contribute to HR policy setting, strategic direction, goal and target setting, and evaluate performance against targets, budgets, plans and charitable objectives.
• Ensure that HR activities and interventions are linked to the RSPCA Isle of Wight Branches charitable objectives and complement the company culture.
• Advise on and help improve management of HR.
• Ensure the Board of Trustees properly remunerates staff, reviewing and rewarding performance and development opportunities.
• To work with the Branch Manager to review current HR management arrangements and provide guidance on HR strategy and short and long-term direction.
• Receive progress reports on HR and any recurring staffing issues.
What we are looking for in a volunteer:
We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.
Alongside Human Resources experience, including a CIPD membership, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action.
You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.
What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee – HR & Employee Relations
• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
• Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
• A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you have a vision for the future of animal welfare in Glasgow? Do you want to be a key member of an intersectional and inclusive movement to improve the lives of Scotland’s pets and people?
If so, we’re looking for you!
Glasgow Pet Collective
Glasgow Pet Collective is here for Glasgow’s pets and their people. We will advocate for, protect, and create Glasgow’s pet families, championing their wellbeing and maintaining the human-animal bond. We envision a Glasgow where every pet and their human companion thrive together in a nurturing and inclusive community, championing the joy of companionship and mutual care. More info on GPC programs can be viewed at the bottom of this document.
We are looking for 2 dedicated Trustees to support GPC’s mission and help support humans and pets in a holistic, inclusive, and compassionate way.
The Role
GPC’s trustees will play a vital role in making sure the organisation achieves its core purposes of promoting the welfare and rehoming of companion animals, advancing animal welfare equity, relieving hardships faced by pets and their owners, lobbying for improved animal welfare legislation, fostering knowledge sharing, and building a supportive community for pet guardians in the Greater Glasgow Area.
Trustees oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that GPC has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable GPC to grow and thrive, and through this, fulfil our objectives and realise the organisation’s mission.
Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group.
Duties
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Support and provide advice on GPC’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
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Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
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Oversee GPC’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
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Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
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Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored, and controlled effectively.
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Review and approve GPC’s financial statements.
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Provide support and challenge to GPC’s co-founders in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
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Keep abreast of changes in GPC’s operating environment.
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Contribute to regular reviews of GPC’s own governance. Attend Board meetings monthly, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
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Use independent judgement, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect GPC’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
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Contribute to the broader promotion of GPC’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
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Actively promote and uphold principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within the organisation. This includes confronting and addressing personal biases related to class, race, disability, or any other identifying characteristics. Trustees should advocate for and implement intersectional approaches in all aspects of the organisation's work, ensuring that all community members feel respected and valued.
As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to the role and who will enhance the diversity of thought on our board. Experience in pet welfare and animal advocacy, veterinary sciences, community groups, finance, or fundraising is highly valued but not essential. Lived experience is of great and equal value to professional and educational experience. To promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, we especially welcome applications from individuals within minoritized groups/communities, those from working class backgrounds, and those with physical impairments and/or neurodivergence.
Personal Skills and Qualities
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Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
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Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
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Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
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A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
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Enthusiasm for our vision (listed below) and mission (listed below).
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Ability and drive to lead according to our values (listed below).
Terms of Appointment
Terms of office
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Trustees are appointed for a 1 year term of office, renewal for unlimited further terms, at the discretion of membership.
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This is a voluntary position. Reasonable expenses (eg. travel costs or office supplies) will be reimbursed. Prior approval of such expenses shall be sought prior to purchase if at all possible.
Time commitment
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Attending 1 Board meetings each month plus the GPC annual general meeting. Board meetings will be held remotely unless a majority of the board wishes otherwise. AGM will be held remotely unless a majority of membership wishes otherwise.
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Attending annual strategy and/or training days as deemed desirable by a majority of the board.
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About The Role
We're looking for someone to help with the vital work of caring for a wide variety of birds, along with their varied wetland habitats. It's a core part of how we restore wetlands and unlock their power.
The role includes:
- Learning about best practice in bio-security and animal care, keeping up our high standards
- Helping with bird feeding, bird observation tasks, helping with bird catches and movements, and checking the collection is safe and secure.
- Helping out with maintenance and cleaning of exhibits and collection facilities: from vegetation clearing, to repairing pond edging and cobbling works, cleaning nest boxes and winter hides, and painting and maintaining them.
- Keeping up to date with WWT news and talking to visitors about events and activities that might spark their interest.
- Potentially presenting talks to the public (we'll make sure you have the training you need if you want to do this).
Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need.
About You
If you want to make a real contribution to WWT's work, in an inspiring environment, this might be the role for you. You'll learn new, transferable skills and be part of a friendly and dedicated team.
A can-do attitude and willingness to get involved in all weathers are a must. This can be a physically demanding role - you'll be out and about in all weathers.
Having experience in bird keeping and welfare and some practical habitat management would be helpful. The team works closely together, but the willingness to work under your initiative is important. Having, or being happy to develop, the confidence to engage our visitors with the work of WWT is also a key part of this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our charity shops play an important part in providing financial income for the Sheffield Animal Shelter to assist with the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals within our Branch area. A friendly, confident approach is desirable as is previous retail knowledge. We are currently looking for volunteers who can commit to hours or days to suit you. Any support you can give is greatly appreciated. This is a great role for those who enjoy meeting new people whilst volunteering to help animals.
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Across the UK, many cats are cared for by volunteer fosterers who provide a stable, safe and loving environment in their homes or in purpose-built pens in their gardens. They provide vital hands-on care and accommodation to stray or abandoned cats or cats whose owners could sadly no longer keep them, and are part of a dedicated team of volunteers committed to finding new homes for cats in need. Our fosterers carry out this role with support from their local branch or centre.
Most of our fosterers care for one or two cats at a time and enjoy providing lots of TLC to those cats, who have been pre-loved or have had a difficult start in life. Some of our fosterers look after new mums and kittens and provide round-the-clock care to newborns to give them the best start in life.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Meeting the needs of the cats and kittens in your care
- Cleaning and looking after the cats’ environment and equipment
- Feeding, grooming and administering medication
- Spending time enriching the cats’ experience in care including; play, exercise and stroking
- Maintaining high standards of animal welfare
A bit more information about this role and the team
The branch are in need of indoor fosterers so applicants would need to have a suitable spare room.
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens in need by caring for them before they find new, loving homes. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- A dedicated suitable spare room in your house
- Basic knowledge of cats, cat care and understanding their needs
- An appreciation of cat welfare and hygiene standards
- Good interpersonal skills
- Patience, commitment and empathy
- Willingness to be part of a team
We are here to help people see the world through cats’ eyes.
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A bit about this role
Across the UK, many cats are cared for by volunteer fosterers who provide a stable, safe and loving environment in their homes or in purpose-built pens in their gardens. They provide vital hands-on care and accommodation to stray or abandoned cats or cats whose owners could sadly no longer keep them, and are part of a dedicated team of volunteers committed to finding new homes for cats in need. Our fosterers carry out this role with support from their local branch or centre.
Most of our fosterers care for one or two cats at a time and enjoy providing lots of TLC to those cats, who have been pre-loved or have had a difficult start in life. Some of our fosterers look after new mums and kittens and provide round-the-clock care to newborns to give them the best start in life.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Meeting the needs of the cats and kittens in your care
- Cleaning and looking after the cats’ environment and equipment
- Feeding, grooming and administering medication
- Spending time enriching the cats’ experience in care including; play, exercise and stroking
- Maintaining high standards of animal welfare
A bit more information about this role and the team
* For this role we are specifically looking for indoor fosterers ideally with a dedicated room.
What are the benefits to you and the cats?
You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens in need by caring for them before they find new, loving homes. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
We’re looking for someone with
- A dedicated suitable spare room in your house or space in your garden for a purpose-built pen – you can read more about this here
- Basic knowledge of cats, cat care and understanding their needs
- An appreciation of cat welfare and hygiene standards
- Good interpersonal skills
- Patience, commitment and empathy
- Willingness to be part of a team
Time expectation
Our volunteer fosterers usually spend one and a half hours per day on average (around 10 to 13 hours per week) in this role, but this might vary depending on the number of cats or kittens in care. In order to help you feel confident in your fosterer role we ask that prior to looking after your first foster cat you complete some online cat welfare learning modules.
Support, guidance and keeping you safe
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.
We are here to help people see the world through cats’ eyes.
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