Board Member Volunteer Roles in Manchester

Volunteer role: Deputy Chair of the Stationing Committee

The Stationing Committee has oversight of the processes relating to the stationing of ministers within the Methodist Church. The Committee is seeking to nominate to the Methodist Conference, a Deputy Chair. This is open to all lay members of the Methodist Church. If you are skilled at chairing meetings, able to represent the Stationing Committee on a number of bodies, committed to helping the Church station its ministers through wise, fair and transparent processes – then please do offer for this role.

This appointment is subject to a change in Standing Orders regarding the membership of the Stationing Committee, which will be presented to the Methodist Conference in June 2025. The role would begin after the Conference but it is hoped the person would attend meetings of the Stationing Committee in the meantime as an observer.

Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025

Interviews: Thursday 10 April 2025 in London

Volunteer role: Deputy Chair of the Stationing Committee

The Stationing Committee has oversight of the processes relating to the stationing of ministers within the Methodist Church. The Committee is seeking to nominate to the Methodist Conference, a Deputy Chair. This is open to all lay members of the Methodist Church. If you are skilled at chairing meetings, able to represent the Stationing Committee on a number of bodies, committed to helping the Church station its ministers through wise, fair and transparent processes – then please do offer for this role.

This appointment is subject to a change in Standing Orders regarding the membership of the Stationing Committee, which will be presented to the Methodist Conference in June 2025. The role would begin after the Conference but it is hoped the person would attend meetings of the Stationing Committee in the meantime as an observer.

Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025

Interviews: Thursday 10 April 2025 in London

We're looking for a new Chair of Trustees to lead The Jo Cox Foundation as we continue making meaningful change on issues that the late Jo Cox MP was passionate about. We are looking for a high-profile, influential and well networked leader to support the development of the Foundation through our next phase.

Who we are

The Jo Cox Foundation makes meaningful change on issues that the late Jo Cox MP was passionate about.

We are a small charity and, like Jo, we believe that a kinder, fairer and more connected world is possible. Underpinning this belief is the understanding that we have more in common than that which divides us. As we work to make change, we follow Jo’s example of collaborating with others and bringing people together to achieve more than we can alone.

We work in three areas: we nurture stronger communities, champion respect in politics, and advocate for a fairer world.

About the role

The role of the Chair is to work in partnership with the CEO and the rest of the Board to provide strategic leadership for The Jo Cox Foundation, and to develop a high performing Board of Trustees to ensure the effective governance of the organisation.

This is an unpaid, voluntary role. The Jo Cox Foundation will pay reasonable out of pocket expenses, including travel expenses.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a high-profile, influential and well networked individual to lead our Board of Trustees. You’ll be willing to use your personal profile and networks to support the development of the Foundation through our next phase, helping us to grow our income, activities and impact, as we continue our work on areas that Jo was passionate about.

In addition, you will have strongly held personal values which align with The Jo Cox Foundation’s vision and Jo’s ‘more in common’ ethos. These will be reflected in your respect for others and the desire to make a truly positive contribution through your work.

Applications should be made before close of business on Friday 14th March. Applications received after that day may be considered but that is not guaranteed.

Refugee Biryani & Bananas is looking for a Treasurer with a passion for financial management and accounting to join our Trustees Board to oversee the financial health of the charity and cement the financial literacy of the organisation at Board level. We are looking for someone with the skills, experience, energy and time to commit to our important work. Our Board is responsible for the governance of Refugee Biriyani & Bananas. The Board does not directly manage the day-to-day work, but provides oversight, shaping organisational strategy and supporting our staff and volunteers.

We are expanding our Board of Trustees to support the growth and future plans of our ambitious small charity. Board meetings take place every 12 weeks via video call, with opportunities for in-person gatherings throughout the year. Additional meetings may occasionally be required, either more frequently, in smaller groups, or one-to-one, depending on specific needs or exceptional circumstances.

The Treasurer will work closely with our team members including volunteers, other Trustees and with the CEO, advising on all financial matters including regulatory compliance. The Treasurer will be expected to attend Board meetings which last approximately an hour and a half every twelve weeks.

The Treasurer will:

● Actively participate as a key member of the Board of Trustees.

● Act as an ambassador for Refugee Biryani & Bananas

● Lead development of the annual budget and cash flow forecasting

● Support with fundraising and financial strategic planning

● Advise on all financial matters, including regulatory compliance.

● Oversee the development and observation of financial policies

● Advise the board on fund management and ensure an appropriate reserves policy

● Advise fellow Trustees on a regular basis of the financial status of the charity and where necessary recommend action.

● Support with financial processes such as Gift Aid collection and running Payroll

● Work with professional advisors including any contracted accountants

● Review financial transactions on a monthly basis via digital accounting software, Xero

● Arrange the compilation and agreement of Refugee Biryani & Bananas’ annual report

● Liaise and lead on the annual review of accounts by the independent examiner 

What will you be doing?

For us to realise our vision and values, we need highly effective and committed trustees to provide support to our leadership team to help ensure that we achieve our aims.

We are seeking someone with HR , legal or strategic business experience to contribute to our goals and strategies in a meaningful way.

Our board comprises 75% of those with lived experience of disability, either directly or through caring for a disabled family member.

Board meetings are held quarterly. We also hold an annual general meeting. We would like Board Members to be involved; to be visible and engage with our members and the public.

What are we looking for?

We are specifically looking for people to share their expertise in HR, legal sector, change management and business skills . You also need to be:

• Passionate about empowering disabled people to have choice and control
• Recognise the value of diversity and difference
• Able to think strategically and objectively
• Work well as part of a team
• Confident about talking with lots of different people and organisations

We are committed to maintaining a board with 75% disabled representation, whether those that are themselves disabled or people who care for a disabled person. Our aim at Independent Lives is that the strategic development of the organisation should be led by people with lived experience of disability. 

However, there is certainly room for those that are not disabled but that possess the above qualities to make a difference, so if this describes you, please apply.

What difference will you make?

We need people like you to help us develop as a charity and move forward. You will join us at a time when you can do something worthwhile, necessary and influential.

With our Trustees, our job is to empower disabled people and work together to develop opportunities for people to live fulfilled independent lives.

By joining our Board you will pay a major role in support for local disabled people and join the inspiring team that helps make it all happen.

After 3 years of sustained growth, NW Hearts Charity is seeking to recruit an additional trustee to complement our dedicated Board. We are looking specifically with for someone with marketing skills and experience.

Who we are

NW Hearts charity works across the 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester to improve the heart health outcomes for our local population.

Greater Manchester has the worst incidence of heart disease in England, with almost 1 in 3 people living with cardiac conditions, and many facing inequality of access to services, equipment and expertise.

NW Hearts charity supports and funds a wide range of services, above and beyond what the NHS can provide.

The role

​NW Hearts is a dynamic charity with a big ambition.

We are seeking an individual with the energy, enthusiasm and commitment to become a trustee, alongside specialist skills within the digital marketing, social media or advertising fields.

Your Commitment

• Attend the majority of the 10-12 Board Meetings throughout the year – mainly held on-line in the evening and lasting for 90 minutes.

• Attend the 2-3 in-person meetings in the year. One is usually an all-day meeting held in central Manchester, and the other is a slightly extended evening meeting within any of the Greater Manchester Boroughs.

• Liaise by phone, e-meeting or 1-to-1 meeting with the Operations Manager on occasion, where activities are pertinent to your area of knowledge, interest or expertise.

• Participate in email communications, seeking your ideas, viewpoints or agreement.

• Represent the charity at large scale public events, such as our annual Heart Care celebration.

The Rewards from NW Hearts Charity

• Use your experience and skills to support a local charity that is dedicated to improving heart health outcomes in Greater Manchester.

• Learn new skills.

• Join a small, welcoming and committed board.

• This is an unpaid position and all trustee roles are voluntary, but reasonable out-of-pocket expenses can be claimed

• We are happy to discuss training needs and provide training for board members where this will benefit the charity.

​We welcome enquiries and applications from individuals who may never have considered becoming a trustee before, as well as experienced trustees, governors or directors.

The Finance Trustee will participate in all areas of our governance but take a special interest in the financial  strategy and governance. They will use their sound financial skills and experience to support the Board’s understanding and interpretation and to ensure legislative compliance.  Knowledge of UK wide midwifery provision would also be an advantage but not essential.

The Finance Trustee will support the Board to oversee the financial matters of the charity in line with good practice, the Articles of Association and legal requirements, The Finance Trustee will ensure that effective financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and are appropriate for the charity.

The Finance Trustee should adhere to the role description of a trustee and in addition has the following key responsibilities:

• To support the Board to oversee and to ensure appropriate presentation of budgets, accounts, management accounts and financial statements.

• To ensure appropriate presentation of accounts and records, ensuring that financial resources are spent in accordance with the charity’s policies, good governance, legal and regulatory requirements.

• Liaising, where applicable, with the Chair or other appropriate members of staff and supporting on financial matters

• Supporting the Board to monitor the financial viability of the charity.

• Creating in conjunction with relevant trustees and staff sound financial processes and procedures for the control of the charity’s assets.

• Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan.

• Reviewing the annual accounts are, where applicable, liaising with the charity’s external bookkeeper to ensure the accounts are compliant with the current charities’ SORP.

• Ensuring that sound financial management is maintained and ensuring expenditure is in line with the charity’s objects.

• Authorisation of charity expenditure and banking transactions set up on online bank accounts

• Liaison with the fund manager responsible for the charity’s investment portfolio - we are currently working towards an ethical investment portfolio and the Finance Trustee is leading on this

• Oversight of payroll, HMRC reporting and operation of auto-enrolment pension scheme for all members of staff

• The Finance Trustee will be need to attend the following meetings (all meetings with the exception of the October AGM/Board meeting are held online)

  2 Board meetings (March and October - which is the AGM/Board meeting)

  1 business meeting held in the summer 

  3 Finance sub committee meetings held approximately 10 days before the Board/Business meetings

  The Finance Trustee also sits on the newly established Fundraising Sub Committee (meeting schedule to be agreed).

• Desirable skills (trustee)

• Make your own views known and make decisions in a group environment, in line with strategic objectives 

• Listen intently, carefully and objectively 

Finance Trustee additional criteria

• Financial Planning, Budgeting, and accounting qualification

• Expertise in Finance and relevant regulations

• Experience working with non-profit organizations or government entities is a plus, but not necessary

• Personal Integrity

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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• Convey ideas, information and opinions clearly and concisely 

• Work as a team with the chair, fellow board members and members of staff 

• Challenge the views of others appropriately

•  Commitment and ability to work and effectively as a member of a team.  

Chair of Trustees – Role Description

The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs the charity effectively, in service of the charity’s vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Service Manager. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity. 

Chair role 

• Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that Age Concern Todmorden achieves its mission. 
• Work in partnership with the Service Manager and team to achieve our mission.
• Lead the board in ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation.
• Optimise the relationship between the board and Age Concern Todmorden’s staff and volunteers.
• Plan and chair the board meetings and the AGM, with others as appropriate.
• Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for Age Concern Todmorden

What we are looking for

Essential

• Experience of being a trustee. You do not need to have been a Chair before.
• A keen sense of strategic purpose. 
• An inclusive leadership style: able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing. 
• The ability to listen and engage effectively. You are comfortable with challenge and debate and are able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment. 
• Advocate - be able and willing to champion Age Concern Todmorden’s work through personal networks, social media, and other channels.
• A commitment to equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion. 
• Be responsive. As a small charity, things sometimes ‘come up’ that require the Chair to advise, support or give consent to. It is very helpful to have a Chair who is available and responsive.

In addition to the above, the Chair will have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:

Responsibilities of all trustees

• Support and provide advice on Age Concern Todmorden’s purpose, vision, goals and activities. 
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Age Concern Todmorden’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. 
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve Age Concern Todmorden’s financial statements.
• Provide support and challenge to Age Concern Todmorden’s Service Manager in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in Age Concern Todmorden’s operating environment.
•  Contribute to regular reviews of Age Concern Todmorden’s own governance.
• Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to  discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Age Concern Todmorden’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Age Concern Todmorden’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

 Essential qualities and attributes of all trustees

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion. 
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values 

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Time commitment (Estimated at least one day per month)

• Attending Board meetings, meeting with the Service Manager with flexibility to respond swiftly to the occasional ad hoc issue.
• Attending AGM

Registered charity number 1145993. Company number 7881902.

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.

School of Sexuality Education is a charity looking to appoint up to two new Trustees who share our values and mission. We have grown rapidly over the past nine years and now employ a small team that delivers relationships and sex education programmes on a national scale.

We provide inclusive relationships and sex education (RSE) programmes to young people across England, Scotland and Wales. Our programmes cover consent, sexual violence prevention, sexual health, porn, identity, and positive relationships.

We are looking for candidates who can help consolidate our existing operations as well as scaling further. We are interested in candidates from a range of backgrounds, including but not limited to bid writing, fundraising, and working in large charities.

Personal skills and qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as  trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values.
• Commitment to young people and relationships and sex education.

Our values are important to us and we expect our team including Trustees to model our approach of inclusivity and passion for social justice. As a charity working with young people all team members must understand the importance of safeguarding children.

We looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

Key responsibilities

• Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction, and is focused on achieving these.
• Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its ‘corporate’ behaviour.
• Ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Acting as guardian of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.
• Ensuring that the charity’s governance and risk management are of the highest possible standard.
• Working in partnership with other trustees, the CEO, and other senior staff.

Trustees may be asked to act as a member of a Board Sub-committee or advisory group. They may also be invited to attend School of Sexuality Education events from time to time.

To apply, please complete an application form via our website.

ecoACTIVE is looking to recruit a new Chairperson to provide strategic direction for the charity ensuring that we are maximising opportunities for growth, development and financial stability.

As our Chairperson, you will:

• Have an interest/passion in environmental education, sustainability and community issues

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Board of Trustees and the charity 

• Ensure that the Board regularly reviews major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities and manage and mitigate the risks

• Ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability

​Key skills and experience:

• Knowledge or keen interest in the type of work undertaken by the charity and an understanding of, or wider involvement in, the voluntary sector

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building abilities, with the ability to listen and engage effectively

• Experience of chairing meetings and an understanding of governance requirements for charities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 

• Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences

Treasurer – Role Description

As well as fulfilling the duties of a Trustee, the Treasurer maintains an overview of Age Concern Todmorden’s financial affairs. The Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are put in place and reports to the Board at regular intervals about the financial health of the organisation.

Treasurer role

• Overseeing the presentation of budgets, internal management accounts and annual financial statements to the Board of Trustees. 
• Ensuring that proper accounting records are kept, and that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place. 
• Ensuring that robust and comprehensive financial policies are in place and being implemented, and supporting the development of policies covering financial reserves, and cost management. 
• Monitoring and advising on the financial viability of the charity. 
• Overseeing financial controls and adherence to systems, regularly liaising with Manager. 
• Advising on the financial implications of the charity’s strategic plan, including overseeing the charity’s financial risk-management process 
• Ensuring investments and assets are maximised.
• Lead on the appointment of and liaison with external auditors. 
• Oversee the development and implementation of systems for appraising, mitigating and reporting corporate risk. 
• Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by relevant statutory bodies, for example, the Charity Commission and/or the Registrar of Companies.
• Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities and liaising with the Service Manager to develop the financial understanding of the Board of Trustees.

What we are looking for

• A finance professional. A knowledge of charity finance is an advantage. Otherwise an enthusiasm to learn, drawing from sound commercial experience and an understanding of SMEs.
• A strategic thinker with an ability to balance risk and opportunity.
• Clear communicator with the ability to bring the financial information alive to non-finance specialists. 
• Willing to play an active role in areas such as forecasting, setting budgets, liaising with auditors

In addition to the above, the Treasurer will also have the responsibilities and qualities of all trustees:

Responsibilities of all trustees

• Support and provide advice on Age Concern Todmorden’s purpose, vision, goals and activities. 
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Age Concern Todmorden’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress. 
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Review and approve Age Concern Todmorden’s financial statements.
• Provide support and challenge to Age Concern Todmorden’s Manager in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in Age Concern Todmorden’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Age Concern Todmorden’s own governance.
• Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to  discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Age Concern Todmorden’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Age Concern Todmorden’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

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.

Attributes and qualities

We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board. 

Training is available.

Personal skills and qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as  trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion. 
• A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values 

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.

Time Commitment   

• Monthly scheduled meeting with flexibility to respond swiftly to the occasional ad hoc issues.

Registered charity number 1145993. Company number 7881902.

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.

Volunteer mentor.

Location: Sittingbourne & Sheppey

Time commitment: flexible schedule, 2 hours a week

About us.

Home-Start Sittingbourne & Sheppey are a charity based in Sittingbourne. We recruit and train local volunteers. Once trained, volunteers are matched with a suitable local family. Volunteers help families with young children (at-least one under 5) by providing them with practical and emotional support within their own homes. Visits are made at the family’s homes so their confidentiality and individuality can be respected.

We are currently recruiting volunteer mentors from all walks of life. Do you have significant parenting experience? We need people with your knowledge to volunteer.

Are you a warm individual who would like to offer assistance and/or guidance to a local family?. Do you want to help a local family flourish? Becoming a volunteer mentor will allow you to do so.

Home-Start Sittingbourne & Sheppey follow safeguarding guidelines, policies and procedures set down by Home-Start UK. Home Start Sittingbourne & Sheppey are committed to safeguarding all children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We have trained staff and trustees who use NSPCC guidelines for safer recruitment of staff, volunteers and board members to ensure that all individuals in the team are competent and safe to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Volunteer mentor requirements / commitments.

· Volunteers must be local to Sittingbourne / Sheppey.

· Volunteers must have significant parenting experience. You do not need to be a parent yourself however you must have significant parenting experience. For example a social worker, midwife, health visitor, nursey worker, child minder etc.

· All volunteer mentors are required to attend a training course (course of preparation) prior to being matched with a family. This course is designed to prepare you to be able to meet the needs of the family you are matched with. Training will cover topics such as; your role as volunteer, values & attitudes, equity & diversity, confidentiality and safeguarding. Training can either be completed face-to-face or online as an e-learning course with 8 hours of face to face training with the manager.

· You will be required to provide two references and have an enhanced DBS check.

· Volunteers are required to visit their matched family at least once a week (usually 2 hours).

· Volunteer mentors support families in a way that suits their needs; this may include practical tasks such as getting out of the house, getting to and from appointments, or helping with organisation. Support could also include offering parenting guidance/advice, sharing experiences and/or supporting parents through emotional struggles.

· Volunteers need to attend supervision meetings (usually every 4-6 weeks) with the manager.

· Volunteers must read, sign and understand the Home-Start Safeguarding/Child Protection Code of Conduct, demonstrating and ensuring your commitment to your safeguarding responsibilities as a volunteer mentor.

· Volunteers must understand that support provided to families is completely confidential.

Skills required.

Experience of being a parent or carer is vital. This is important as your knowledge can provide a local family with the vital support they need.

· Are a supportive, understanding, warm, caring, friendly and accepting individual with a non-judgmental attitude.

· Can accept a parent for who they are.

· Understand the importance of confidentiality.

· Must have the ability to see strengths in others and help parents build upon theirs.

What will you get out of volunteering?

By volunteering a few hours each week you will be able to have a positive impact within your local community by transforming the lives of the families you help.

Volunteering can have a positive impact on your life as well because you will:

· Have a flexible volunteer role that can fit around your schedule

· Build connections within your local community

· Have the potential to make friends

· Increased self confidence

· Access free high quality training

· Have better health and well-being

· Personal development by improving your skills

· Gain valuable experience & improve your chances for work

· Have confidence knowing you are making a difference and having a positive impact on a family’s lives by sharing the knowledge and experience you have with them

· Paid out-of-pocket expenses

· Become part of the heart of Home-Start

· Help a local family flourish

If you are able to spare 2 hours a week and are interested in becoming a volunteer mentor for Home-Start Sittingbourne & Sheppey then please get in touch. 

the3million is currently seeking up to three new non-executive directors to strengthen its dynamic board and support the work of this passionate organisation at the forefront of migrants’ rights in the UK. 

Nearly nine years after the Brexit referendum, we are navigating ongoing challenges affecting EU citizens’ communities. We are continuing to build power from the ground up, empowering people to get their voices heard. Your contribution will be crucial to making change happen.

These positions are voluntary and therefore unpaid.

About the3million

We are the leading organisation representing EU citizens in the UK. Our vision is a world where EU citizens can thrive, reach their potential and have an equal voice in UK society. Our work ranges from informing people of their rights and community organising of EU citizens’ communities, to holding the Government to account on the implementation of the Withdrawal Agreement and promoting access to justice. 

We are a grassroots and non-partisan organisation, working with a variety of stakeholders, from MPs to NGOs, legal advisors and the media on specific issues affecting migrants’ rights. We regularly engage with the Home Office and its monitoring bodies to advocate for change. 

We were formed through the efforts of volunteers from many different backgrounds who came together in the immediate aftermath of the Brexit referendum in 2016. We hold on to that can-do, nimble spirit and friendly and non-hierarchical collegiality.

In 2024, the3million’s contribution towards creating lasting and significant change for EU citizens living in the UK was recognised at the EmpowerEU Awards, in the "Outstanding Achievement” category.

the3million was incorporated as a limited by guarantee not-for-profit company with Companies House in November 2017. As such, the role of members of the Board of Directors is similar, though not identical, to that of Charity Trustees.

What does the role involve? 

You will join a small board of professionals committed to helping EU citizens in the UK. We are specifically seeking directors with expertise, skills and knowledge in any or several of the following backgrounds: fundraising, legal compliance, HR, risk management, community organising, racial justice and safeguarding.

As a the3million non-executive director, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the organisation on track with its objectives. You will apply your professional experience towards shaping our strategy on fundraising, governance, campaigning and other areas of work.

The main purpose of your role:

As directors at the3million, you will have responsibility to:

• Ensure the3million is meeting its aims and objectives and acting in line with any relevant legislation or regulations
• Act in the best interests of the organisation
• Ensure the3million applies its resources exclusively in line with its strategic aims 
• Ensure the financial viability of the3million 
• Contribute effectively to the Board of Directors in giving clear strategic direction, and evaluating performance against set targets
• Support the Chief Executive Officer and monitor their performance
• Act with reasonable care and skill

What you will gain:

• An insight into how the organisation runs;
• Confidence in building relationships with a wide range of people, and the opportunity to learn from the varied experiences that other Board members bring to the table;
• An opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and experience to the benefit of the organisation and the communities we serve;
• A sense of pride when hearing about the difference our campaigning and organising efforts make, knowing you have had a role in protecting the rights of EU citizens in the UK.

Being a director is a voluntary role and is not paid, but expenses including for travel are reimbursed.

Director Person Specification

Key skills:

• Knowledge of and ability to carry out the core responsibilities of being a director (please note that onboarding and support is available to new Board members, particularly those who have not served on a Board before)
• Timeliness and clarity in your communication on and around meetings or projects
• Strategic vision: an ability to think about the ‘bigger picture’ and longer term (5 years ahead) as well as the ‘here and now’ 
• A willingness to act as an ambassador for the3million, promoting our work to friends and colleagues
• An ability to work as a member of a team, to comment, challenge or question in a way that is helpful, supportive and constructive
• A good sense of judgement

Qualification and experience

You will ideally have one or more of the following:

• Experience of working in senior teams, preferably at board level;
• Experience of volunteering/working in the third  sector;
• Fundraising;
• HR;
• Community organising;
• Safeguarding;
• Racial justice;
• Experience working in the migration field would be an advantage.

Personal attributes

• Integrity and honesty
• Proactiveness
• A demonstrable commitment to the3million's aims and values
• Team player, flexible and adaptable

Time commitment 

• A two hour evening board meeting every two months (online)
• Regular discussion and meeting with fellow directors (online)
• Follow up to meetings – reading and commenting on minutes, carrying out any agreed actions.
• One to two away-days per year (in-person);

Restrictions

• Over 18
• Must be currently based in the UK
• Not bankrupt
• Subject to satisfactory DBS check and references
• Not excluded by Companies House or Charity Commission
• Conflicts of interest that would be so significant as to undermine the role in general, such as being a member of a group that discriminated against people based on gender, ethnicity or nationality.

Who should apply?

Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience in one or more of the areas listed above. Having worked in the migration sector or in campaigning is not necessarily required. We recognise that many other settings offer transferable skills.

One of the3million’s core values is equity - we are people-led, we value diversity and are enriched by differences. We strive to listen to, engage with and represent the broadest range of people. 

We are particularly eager to hear from candidates with lived experience of migration. If you are from a background that is underrepresented in the migration sector we also strongly encourage you to apply. This could include coming from a community that experiences racism, living with a disability or not having been to University.

We recognise our team is not currently representative of communities that experience racism and that our own ways of working may replicate wider societal oppression and injustices. We are actively working towards becoming an anti-oppressive organisation, including taking steps to create a more inclusive recruitment process.

We believe our work will be stronger with greater diversity. the3million welcomes the whole person to work, and we understand that each of us brings our experiences, our backgrounds and our own unique lens to what we do.

Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. We highly recommend going through the role specifications below before you start your application.

Next steps
 
Applications are welcome from everyone with the relevant passion and experience. If you would like to speak to someone on our current Board or a staff member to find out more about us before applying, you are welcome to do so.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a one-hour interview. Interviews may be carried out over the weekend. 

Successful applicants will be onboarded by other Board members, ensuring they are welcomed into the organisation.

Application Instructions

Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying. Applications submitted without a covering will not be reviewed. 

If you are on LinkedIn, please share with us the URL of your profile.

Please also download and fill in the equality and diversity monitoring form. We only use this information to understand the demographics of people we are reaching and to guide us in making the3million fairer. This process is separate and confidential; this information is not reviewed or taken into account in the recruitment process.

Please email all the above to us at recruitment[at]the3million[dot]org[dot]uk.

Ethiopiaid is a small international fundraising charity based in Bath, UK. It is one of four Ethiopiaid’s that shares a global strategy, vision, and mission. The other Ethiopiaid’s are in Ireland, Canada, and Australia. Each is a registered non-profit and operates with separate trustee boards.

We are a fundraising organisation connecting like-minded donors with the work that we support.  Funds are raised through direct and online appeals, applications to grant makers, from major donors and through legacies.  In 2024 over £2.4 million was raised to support work in Ethiopia focusing on maternal health, harmful traditional practices, education, opportunities for women and girls, people living with disabilities and support for the vulnerable.  We also support our partners with emergency relief and recovery.

We are seeking a new Finance Lead Trustee to provide scrutiny and oversight of the work of Ethiopiaid, and support the CEO and Senior Finance Manager in achieving the charity’s financial targets, as well as providing Board oversight of the annual audited accounts process.

As our Finance Lead Trustee, you will:

· Review our accounts

· Ensure relevant financial policies are in place as required by the charity commission

· Have an excellent ability to interpret financial information and the confidence to raise questions and challenge

· Have oversight of the charity’s expenditure and return on investment

· Have the ability to think creatively and strategically, exercising good and impartial judgement

· Liaise with senior staff to ensure financial reports are user friendly for non-finance trustees

· Provide support for the Chair of trustees and the whole board

· Be willing to be available to support the charity’s CEO and Senior Finance Manager as needed

· Have a good understanding of, or be willing to learn, the rules and regulation around charity finance

Specific knowledge and experience sought:

· CCAB/CIMA qualified professional

· An interest in international development and the issues we are supporting our partners to tackle in Ethiopia

This role is voluntary and reasonable travel costs are reimbursed.  The term of appointment is initially three years. This may be extended by mutual agreement.