Business Development Manager Volunteer Roles in Edinburgh

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. We are seeking a passionate and skilled strategic Fundraising Lead to play a crucial role in helping us secure the necessary funds to sustain and expand our work in Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.

Please see below for the key responsibilities of the role:

• To lead on the development and implementation of an income generation plan which supports the charity’s strategic priority of being ‘Financially Sustainable’

• Research and identity local trust and statutory funders of Samaritans services and costs, drafting and submitting applications

• Monitor progress of applications, including reporting back to funders about project outcomes and progress

• Liaise with the Regional Fundraising Officer/Samaritans Central Office Fundraising Team to avoid duplication of approaches to the same funder 

• Research and identify potential community funders such as local businesses and organisations, networking to secure one off donations or regular income

• Arrange local fundraising collections, including booking venues

• If required, recruit and manage new fundraising support volunteers

• Work with the Outreach/Publicity Team to raise awareness of Chesterfield Samaritans

• Attend Board and/or Operations Team meetings where required, reporting on progress and escalating risks

• Comply with national fundraising regulations and Samaritans Fundraising Policies and Procedures

It's an exciting time to join The Access Foundation, with opportunities to develop your skills & help shape our future. If you're committed, enthusiastic & known to make a difference, please apply. We welcome individuals who have no trustee experience. 

What is the Access Foundation all about?

The Access Foundation was set up in 2021, following the success and growth of The Access Group. While The Access Foundation is affiliated with the Access Group in terms of its identity, the Foundation is a separate organisation, governed by an independent board of trustees and with its own objectives. 

The Access Foundation is focused on awarding grants to charities which make a valuable and measurable positive impact.  The grant giving objectives of the Foundation fall into three categories: 

1. to bridge the digital divide by making computing facilities, support and learning available to disadvantaged and vulnerable people

1. to advance the charitable causes of the registered charities chosen as the "Access Group Company Charities of the Year"

1. to help charities nominated by employees of the Access group with which they have strong emotional connections with.  

The Foundation funds charitable projects and activities which make a real difference to people’s lives in all the countries where the Access Group operates, and we aim to award grants to a total value of at least £10 million over the next 5 years.

This is an exciting time to join The Foundation, with opportunities to develop your skills and help shape our future. If you are committed, enthusiastic and known to make a difference, please apply. We welcome applications from individuals who have no experience of being a trustee. We will provide support.  

The Role of Trustee at The Access Foundation 

The trustees of the Access Foundation are responsible under the charity’s governing document for controlling the administration and management of the charity, known collectively as the Board of Trustees.  The Board is responsible for the direction of The Foundation and ensures it is solvent, well run and delivers on our charitable objectives.  

As a trustee to the Foundation, you’ll attend: 

• Two regular online weekly meetings to review grant applications and to ensure the operational management of the Foundation, totalling about 2.5 hours 

• An all-day team meeting in person (every 2 months, usually in London) to progress the above, as well as progressing strategy 

• Completing actions as agreed in the meetings above. 

The total time commitment is expected to be at least 6 hours per week. 

Desirable Qualities 

As a trustee, you will show: 

• Your commitment to the organisation and willingness to devote the necessary time and effort. 

• You’re an advocate of equal opportunity, and you actively promote diversity. 

• Good and independent judgement and you’re willing to speak your mind.

• Strategic vision and your ability to think creatively and challenge current thinking and operating, in a constructive manner. 

• You work effectively as a member of a team. 

• Your ability to evaluate and interpret management information and other data. 

• You’re well versed in Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and the Office365 environment 

• You can deliver “hands on” services to the organisation

Skills and Experience Required 

As a trustee, you can demonstrate specific knowledge and experience in one or more of these areas: 

• Charity law, compliance and governance, 

• Grant management, particularly within an international context as well as the UK, 

• Leadership or management of a medium to large organisation, ideally with multiple and/or diverse sites or subsidiaries, 

• Financial management, specifically investment and treasury functions, 

• Data analysis and/or research. 

• Change management, 

• Monitoring and evaluating performance in the commercial and/or not for profit sector, 

• Recruitment and human resources expertise, including employment legislation, 

• Business development, 

• Risk management, 

• Marketing, media and PR, 

• Business or intellectual property law. 

Duties and responsibilities 

The Trustees of the Access Foundation: 

• Ensure the Foundation achieves its charitable objects as defined in the Articles of Association, by establishing a clear vision, a set of values and strategy, and ensuring that there is a common understanding of these by trustees, staff and associated personnel. 

• Ensure that operational plans and budgets support the vision and strategy of the Foundation and uses its resources exclusively to pursue our charitable objectives. 

• Ensure that the views of stakeholders are regularly sought and considered and there is regular review of the external environment for changes that might affect the organisation (political, financial, demographic, competitive, partnerships, alliances). 

• Ensure that the organisation complies with the Articles of Association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations. 

• Ensure the financial stability of the organisation, protect and manage the assets of the organisation (financial or otherwise) and ensure the proper investment of its funds. 

• Ensure the Foundation acts in accordance with employment law and exercises a duty of care to its employees. 

• Ensure a well thought through risk management process is in place and give serious consideration to procuring external professional advice on any matter that presents a material risk to the charity that is beyond the established risk management process, or where the trustees could be perceived to be in breach of their duties. 

• Ensure that the organisation has a fit for purpose governance structure that is appropriate to a charity of its size/complexity, stage of development, and its charitable objects, and reflects the diversity of its stakeholders. 

• Ensure that the board regularly reviews its own training needs and creates an expectation of continuous professional development throughout the organisation. 

• Ensure that trustees have an agreed code of conduct and comply with it, and that there are mechanisms for the removal of trustees who do not abide by the principles stated therein 

The applications close on the 15th February and the interview process will start w/c 17th February. We are looking for 2 trustees and look to appoint mid-March.

We are looking for new Trustees to join the RiDC Board.

Who are we? 

The Research Institute for Disabled Consumers (RiDC) is the leading expert in person-centred research involving disabled and older consumers. ​

 ​We are an independent, national charity with over 50 years’ experience in consumer research in this specialist area. We were originally founded by Lord Young of Dartington as part of Which? and have operated as an independent charity since 1991. ​

 We are run by - and for - people, the majority of whom have lived experience of disability.

Our approach

We always start from the perspective of disabled and older consumers. ​​By working with disabled and older people, listening to their needs and reflecting real lives in our research, we make sure nobody is excluded or left behind. ​

​We have a pan disability consumer panel of over 4000 disabled and older people who are the experts on the ground and are core to all our work. ​

As a result, we have developed a strong track record of providing unique insights and solutions to businesses, government and charities. ​

Who are we looking for?

Make a difference to the lives of disabled consumers.

The charity is looking for three new board trustees. We are particularly interested in applicants with lived experience of disability, a long-term health condition or the challenges of ageing.

We are committed to diverse representation and encourage applications from anyone, regardless of age, background, education or cultural heritage. Previous board or trustee experience isn’t needed as full training on the role of a charity trustee will be available. Your passion, energy and commitment to help are much more important.​​

1. Are you an enthusiastic and creative individual who enjoys a challenge?

· Do you want to join a team who are determined to grow the reach and impact of the organisation?

· Do you have a lived experience of disability or long-term health condition?

· Do you have the time to commit to helping us grow the impact of RiDC?

2. We would be particularly interested to hear from you if you have expertise in one or more of:

· Legal

· Finance

· HR and people management

· Social media and digital technology for business

3. In addition to the above, knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following areas would be an advantage;

· Developing and growing an organisation;

· Consumer affairs

With respect to the time you are expected to commit to RiDC, there are four board meetings a year. These are held in north London over an afternoon or over Zoom.

We also a have a number of sub-committees, including Nominations and Finance which meet four times a year, as well as ad hoc project groups. New trustees will be invited to join one or more of these if they have skills or enthusiasm to contribute.

Finally, there is an annual staff/trustee away day that looks at the strategy and overall direction of the organisation. We cover any reasonable travel expenses so that trustees can attend the meeting.

"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".

Bid - Writer Support (Administrator) Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for Bid - Writer Support to join our passionate and driven team.

As Bid Administrator you will support the performance of a high performing bid team designed to facilitate and support the successful winning of new grants and tenders across the UK.

As an outstanding administrator you will play a key role in assisting the team to ensure that all bid documents and business development literature is prepared and presented not only to the highest possible standards but on time – often within challenging deadlines. Key to success in the role will be the following traits:

· Adaptability

· Determination

· Flexibility

· Robust disposition

You will be at your best when you’re working under pressure and in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. This role calls for someone who can react as deadlines and priorities change; someone with resilience and a tenacity to get the job done whilst never compromising on quality.

Key Responsibilities:

· Management of a central mailbox, including basic tender management duties

· Monitoring new business opportunities advertised on various portals and websites.

· Reviewing new business opportunities as they arrive, forwarding relevant opportunities to the appropriate bid writers.

· Taking ownership of the bid library, which includes ensuring that it kept up to date as and when new opportunities are submitted.

· Thoroughly proof-reading materials to ensure information is grammatically correct, well-researched, and without spelling errors

· Ensuring that our in-house bid process is understood and implemented to ensure that quality, commercial and legal requirements are consistently met

· Taking ownership of client portals – Including dealing with daily alerts and maintenance of portal logins

· Providing general administrative support to the bid writing team.

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 and 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:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:Day shift

Experience: Administrative: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Who is YANA

YANA is a rural mental health charity, operating in East Anglia, to improve mental health in agriculture and rural businesses. We do this with a small team of paid staff and volunteers through providing:

• Providing a confidential helpline and funded counselling
• Investing in mental health training (2-day, half day & 1.5 hr options)
• Building awareness and understanding of mental health through talks, events, & resources
• Distributing our national suicide prevention resource '7 Tractor Facts to Save a Life'

How the board operates

The Board meets four times a year. Meetings take place in person and are currently held in an accessible location. Meetings usually take place in the daytime.

There is an annual half day strategy session which is usually combined with a board meeting around September.

It is expected that trustees come to meetings prepared and having read papers, which are circulated one week prior to the meeting.

There may be occasional other events trustees are invited to be part of as an advocate for the charity.

Trustees are encouraged to claim reasonable expenses, such as mileage, which is paid at 0.45p per mile.

You can find more information on the Register of Charities, YANA – 1190443

Terms of appointment

Terms of office

• Trustees will serve a three-year term to be eligible for re-appointment at the end of each term for a maximum of two additional terms.
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment

• Attending 4 Board meetings annually. Currently meetings are held in person.
• Attending a half day annual strategy meeting, with an option to attend training dependent upon the needs of the trustee.
• On average you are likely to spend 4-6 hours on YANA business.

Please read the full recruitment pack for an outline of what the role involves.

What we are looking for

Individuals willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role and the work of YANA, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.

You do not need previous governance experience – we are able to provide a full induction and training for the right person.

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 equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values of Integrity, Trust, Commitment and People Matter.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

Specific skills and experience in Legal, Mental Health, Agriculture, Charity Sector, Helplines are particularly sought.

The application process

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) demonstrating your interest in the role and how your skills and experience match our requirements.

Job description
Fantastic opportunity to make an impactful difference in women and girls lives by leading our social media department and content for the charity's social media platforms, monitoring performance and establishing and/or maintaining active social media accounts, in addition to researching and creating creative content for different social media channels.

What will you be doing?

• Creating and managing social media posts across all social media platforms e.g. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube,TikTok, and X.
• Develop new, engaging informative content to educate, raise awareness and prevention, increase interest, attract supporters and encourage ambassadors.
• Working in conjunction with the Operations Manager, be responsible for posting original, high-quality content (three times per week) to improve our brand presence, grab the attention of our target audience and drive engagement.
• Assist with creating our new social media strategy 

What are we looking for?

• Commitment and passion to advocate and fight to end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking
• Clear understanding of social media platforms
• Innovative and creative leader
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive can-do attitude.
• Knowledge of marketing is also desirable.

Skills, experience and qualities needed

• Creative Skills
• Canva Experience
• Commercial Awareness
• Creating Calendar
• Customer Service
• IT Skills
• Marketing and PR
• Research
• Team Working
• Written Communication Skills

- Up to 5 hours per week (remote)
- We request a minimum commitment of 1 year volunteering.

What difference will you make?

Joining our team will give you the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a good cause that makes a real difference to lives
• Make a lasting impact in lives and communities
• Provide education and information on a topic where the silence needs to be broken
• Be a voice for women and girls who cannot speak
• Use and share your skills and gain new skills and experience
• Be part of a friendly team of people

Please note that we will request references.

"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 Marcus Cabeça (QMC) is a Capoeira school based in South and West London, offering classes for all ages and abilities, including children, teens, adults, and veterans. The school promotes the Afro-Brazilian martial art of Capoeira, combining elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. It provides a range of services such as life coaching, private sessions, performances, and workshops, while also being involved in international events.

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'.

Main Responsibilities

• Processing new class bookings, follow up on class bookings and respond to members’ queries

• Managing databases

• Implementing and maintaining procedures and administrative systems

• Good understanding of the product and the processes within the business

• Keeping clear correspondence, drafting emails, liaising with other departments whenever required

• Liaising with team members

• 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

• Proficiency in Microsoft and Excel

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.

The Professional Development Programme with QMC Capoeira School 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 Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Expected hours: No less than 12 per week

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

About YAUK

Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.

Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.

We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the CEO on matters of urgency and importance to the organization.
• Manage the agenda for meetings the CEO holds ensuring all actions are allocated for actioning
• Sign post management across the organisation as required
• Handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Organizing and coordinating meetings, appointments, and events to ensure efficient time management for the CEO
• Handling Communications: Acting as the first point of contact for the CEO, managing correspondence.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and other documents needed for meetings and decision-making.
• Assisting with various administrative tasks such as record-keeping and office management.
• Coordinating specific tasks as assigned by the CEO
• Acting as a bridge between the CEO and other senior management, ensuring smooth communication

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in fast-paced environments.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to use remote systems.
• Ability to engage with others well.
• Good people skills.

Benefits

• This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
• Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
• Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.

Why Volunteer with Us?

We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.

We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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.

Role Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an important departments in our organisation, working with the team on fundraising efforts while gaining valuable experience within Emerge Worldwide. We are looking for an individual with the passion and drive for fundraising, to help the organisation reach our fundraising goals and enable us to achieve the crucial work we do in raising awareness and prevention against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking.

We make an impactful difference in the lives of children, young people, women and professionals as well as organisations and businesses. There has been a 10% increase in sexual exploitation and sex trafficking against children (NSPCC 2022), and 99% of victims in the commercial sex industry are female (Unseen).  We desire to provide free training so as many women and girls are trained, enabling increased protection against this horrific crime. 

As a volunteer fundraiser, you’ll be instrumental in the organisation securing the essential funds that allow Emerge Worldwide to reach more people, including supporting and empowering victims and survivors. Your efforts will directly contribute to us offering services to the most vulnerable people. 

What are we looking for?

We’re seeking volunteers with experience in fundraising, fundraising research to help drive our fundraising efforts and expand our support network, including sponsorship. Any experience in bid writing is desirable. We are also seeking volunteers who have event planning and project planning experience. 

This role will include:

● Researching funding and sponsorship opportunities.

● Exploring additional fundraising opportunities and strategies.

● Developing a simple donor journey and stewardship plan to engage supporters, providing ways to deepen their connection with our charity.

● Assisting in the planning and organisation of fundraising activities and events.

● Reaching out to businesses and companies for potential partnerships and donation opportunities.

● Supporting the promotion of our fundraising initiatives and activities.

● Assisting with online fundraising efforts.

● Contributing creative fundraising ideas to boost engagement and donations.

● Collaborating with our Social Media team to create engaging content and campaigns that promote our fundraising efforts, increase visibility, and inspire community support.

We are looking for volunteers who have:

● A track record in delivering successful fundraising.

● Experience of fundraising in the charity sector is desirable but not essential.

● Experience in planning successful events and activities.

● Good knowledge of the current fundraising landscape and interest in keeping up to date with fundraising trends.

● 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:

This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in fundraising, bid writing (where applicable), and event planning. You’ll develop valuable skills in building partnerships, communication, and project management—skills that are highly sought after across many sectors. In addition to gaining practical experience, you’ll be part of a passionate and supportive team, working closely with experienced professionals who are eager to help you grow, share their expertise, and celebrate your achievements.

By volunteering with us, you’ll experience the profound impact of helping your community receive awareness, prevention and interventions that will help safeguard and protect them against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, as well as empowering and supporting victims and survivors. This is a perfect role for anyone looking to start or advance a career in the charity sector, communications, or event management, as well as for those who want to make a meaningful difference with their skills.

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.

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.

Cards for Bravery is looking for new trustees to join our board!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of hospitalised and seriously ill children? As a small, volunteer-run charity, we rely on dedicated individuals to help guide and shape our work. If you think you can bring something valuable to our board, we’d love to hear from you!

Read on to find out more about the trustee role and how you can get involved.

Role Description:

Trustee Term: 3 years, with the possibility of renewal upon board approval
Location: Remote or hybrid (attendance at occasional in-person meetings may be required.)
Remuneration: Voluntary position (reasonable expenses reimbursed)

About Cards for Bravery

Cards for Bravery is a small registered charity dedicated to brightening the days of hospitalised and seriously ill children. We do this through services such as the distribution of positive handmade cards, bravery packages, activity packs, and more. Our mission is to provide moments of joy and comfort to children and families facing challenging circumstances and to help improve their mental wellbeing.

We are looking to grow and diversify our trustee board to ensure we have the skills, perspectives, and experiences needed to drive our charity forward.

What Does Being a Trustee Mean?

As a trustee, you will play a vital role in overseeing the governance and strategic direction of Cards for Bravery. You will help ensure the charity fulfils its mission, operates responsibly, and delivers real impact for the children and families we support. Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals. If you have not been a trustee before, you can also read The Charity Commission publication ‘The Essential Trustee’ which sets out the legal duties you have as a trustee.

What We Are Looking For:

We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our board of trustees. We are open to applications from all personal and professional backgrounds. You do not need previous governance experience. Any necessary training will be provided.

We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

• Fundraising and/or sales

• Finance management

• Business management and strategy

• Working with children in healthcare settings

However, your enthusiasm for our mission and commitment to making a difference in the lives of hospitalised and seriously ill children is our priority so if you have experience in other areas not listed above and think you’d be an asset to the team, please do apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a trustee, you will have duties and responsibilities such as:

• Ensure the charity operates legally, ethically, and in line with its objectives. 

• Helping shape and oversee the charity’s strategic direction.

• Help review and approve the organisations financial statements, annual reports, policies and procedures and other relevant paperwork

• Attend regular board meetings (approximately 5-6 a year) and participate in decision-making.

• Act as an ambassador for Cards for Bravery and its mission.

As a small, volunteer-run charity, our trustees also play an active role in shaping and guiding the charity's activities and decisions by offering practical advice, supporting key projects, and ensuring smooth operations, where needed and possible.

Person Specification

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are passionate about the mission and values of Cards for Bravery.

• Can dedicate time and effort to the role, including attending bi-monthly meetings and contributing to initiatives.

• Work collaboratively with other trustees and volunteers

• Have ability to think creatively and strategically exercising good, independent judgement 

• Have strong communication skills and a willingness to engage constructively

Commitment

• Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term, with the possibility of renewal upon board approval.

• The board meets approximately 5-6 times a year, and trustees are required to attend at least 75% of these meetings annually. Additional time may be required for specific projects or initiatives. Meetings usually take place on weekdays in the evening.

Why Join Us?

Becoming a trustee of Cards for Bravery is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of hospitalised and seriously ill children and their families. It’s a fantastic way to gain experience and meet with like minded people. You can learn new skills and strengthen your CV. You will play a vital role in shaping the future of our charity and ensuring we continue to deliver our mission effectively.

If you are ready to bring your passion and expertise to our board, we would love to hear from you.

We are recruiting a number of new trustees to our Board, particularly individuals with a background and skills in clinical psychological care, finance, fundraising and/or marketing and communications, digital, data and technology, and more generally in the charity sector, to join our talentedand collegiate team.

For more than 80 years, Fire Fighters Charity has stood side-by-side with the UK’s fire and rescue services community, as a trusted source of clinical care and support, an independent shoulder to lean on, and an enabler for positive health and wellbeing change.

Our Board, together with our dynamic and developing Senior Leadership Team take pride in the quality of our services, our relationships and partnerships, and the rich history of our charity and the fire sector more generally. For us, it is a pleasure to apply our skills and expertise to this compelling cause, and an organisation that can mean the difference between darkness and light, despair and hope, and to be able to see firsthand the relief, respite, wellbeing and happiness our services can bring. Our teams of staff and volunteers, right across the UK, are ambitious, dynamic and committed; we invite you to consider joining us on our journey.

The role:

• Ensure the charity and its subsidiaries comply with the charity’s governing document (Articles of Association), charity law,  company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

• Ensure the charity pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.

• Ensure the charity applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives.

• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation, contribute actively to the board of trustees by giving strategic direction to Fire Fighters Charity, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets, and evaluating performance against these.

• Ensure the financial stability of the charity - protect and manage the charity, ensuring the proper investment of the charity’s funds.

• Safeguard the good name and values of Fire Fighters Charity and its subsidiaries. Principal trustee responsibilities:

In addition to these statutory duties, trustees should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board make appropriate and timely decisions, for example by scrutinising performance information, leading discussions and dialogue about key issues, providing advice and steer, evaluating or offering advice on areas where a trustee may have particular expertise.

We are looking for individuals with strong personal commitment to Fire Fighters Charity’s work and objectives, and a desire to develop and promote the charity so that we can extend our reach and grow our impact.

Fundraising and Events Officer Role

Description and Person Specification

About Pain Concern

Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who care for them, whether family, friends or healthcare professionals. Visit our website to find out more about what we do, including our Airing Pain radio programme, Pain Matters magazine, information helpline, community pain education sessions and our research and campaigning work. All pain is unpleasant, but for the 7.8 million people in the UK living with long-term pain it is a part of everyday life. It diminishes quality of life more than any other condition, leading often to loss of work, depression and disability. Anyone at any age can develop persistent pain and you will very probably know somebody affected. Although there is usually no cure, people who receive the appropriate treatment, information and support can manage their condition effectively with life-changing results.

Purpose of Volunteer Role

Pain Concern could not exist without our volunteers. We are looking for someone with an interest in chronic pain to help raise funds for Pain Concern by coordinating fundraising events. 

What would you be doing:

• Maintain communications those fundraising in aid of Pain Concern and provide support

• With support from the Fundraising Team, Fundraising Steering Group and your fellow volunteers, help to plan and deliver events and activities to raise funds and awareness

• Send out fundraising packs

• Liaise with Media Team for publicising fundraisers and events

• Maintain a list of fundraising opportunities such as walks and marathons

• Help develop and maintain the fundraising section of Pain Concern’s website

• Research opportunities to promote community fundraising

• Develop links with local businesses

• Research and organise local fundraising events

• Recruit community fundraisers to support events in their area

• Attend events organised by our fundraisers as the ‘face’ of Pain Concern

• Maintain a database of contact and other ad hoc admin support for the team as required 

Is this role right for me: We are looking for an individual who possesses some or all of the below experiences, skills and qualities.
• Budgeting

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in event management

• Interest in chronic pain

• Ability to work flexibly with enthusiasm and commitment

• Strong IT skills and knowledge of MS Office 

Availability and location Minimum commitment of 6 months. Minimum 2-3 hours per week. Hybrid volunteering from our office at Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh EH15 3HS or from your own location.

Benefits to you:

• Experience volunteering as part of a friendly team

• Meet new people

• Build on your employability skills

• Training and a dedicated volunteer line manager looking after you

• A job reference after 6 months of volunteering.

• Satisfaction of giving a valuable service to the community

• On-site car parking

• Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our Volunteer Policy