Community Fundraising Events Volunteer Roles in Westminster, Greater London

*This volunteer role is available in multiple locations across the UK*

Can you spare 3-hours to help collect food for vulnerable people this winter?

This is a one-off volunteering role. No long term commitment to ongoing shifts. 

About FareShare

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us at FareShare. We are the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors. We take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry, and get it to nearly 8,000 frontline charities and community groups.

The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people. 

About the Volunteer Role

Demand for our support continues to increase, and we need to source food in a variety of ways to meet this demand.

This is where volunteering at the Food Collection comes in, and why it is so important and impactful.

We are holding our annual Food Collection event in-store at Tesco.

We need volunteers to help in-store, to ask shoppers to purchase long-life food items to donate, and collect the donations. 

We are urgently in need of long-life items such as tinned goods, cereal, pasta and rice - as they last a long time and offer good variety.

The food collected is given to the local food charity who supports people in the local community. 
 

Shift times

Volunteer shifts are one-off on Thursday 28 November, Friday 29 November and Saturday 30 November 2024. 

Shift times are 9am-midday, midday-3pm, 3pm-6pm and 6pm-9pm.

Key tasks  

The goal during your shift is to make shoppers aware that you are collecting food donations for charity, and to ask them to donate for Christmas.

• Greeting shoppers

• Asking shoppers to donate an item listed on a leaflet

• Receiving food donations

• Thanking customers and explaining where their donation is going 
   

About you

• Comfortable approaching people to ask for food donations 

• Friendly and enthusiastic

• Motivated to get involved in your community.
   

Impact of your role

• Maximising food donations to the local food charity 

• Raising awareness of FareShare 

• Supporting your local food charity 

Age of volunteer:

Under 18's can volunteer alongside a guardian

Please click 'apply via website' to see store locations and sign up for a volunteer shift. 

​Thank you for your support.

*This volunteer role is available in multiple locations across the UK*

Can you spare 3-hours to help collect food for vulnerable people this winter?

This is a one-off volunteering role. No long term commitment to ongoing shifts. 

About FareShare

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us at FareShare. We are the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors. We take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry, and get it to nearly 8,000 frontline charities and community groups.

The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people. 

About the Volunteer Role

Demand for our support continues to increase, and we need to source food in a variety of ways to meet this demand.

This is where volunteering at the Food Collection comes in, and why it is so important and impactful.

We are holding our annual Food Collection event in-store at Tesco.

We need volunteers to help in-store, to ask shoppers to purchase long-life food items to donate, and collect the donations. 

We are urgently in need of long-life items such as tinned goods, cereal, pasta and rice - as they last a long time and offer good variety.

The food collected is given to the local food charity who supports people in the local community. 
 

Shift times

Volunteer shifts are one-off on Thursday 28 November, Friday 29 November and Saturday 30 November 2024. 

Shift times are 9am-midday, midday-3pm, 3pm-6pm and 6pm-9pm.

Key tasks  

The goal during your shift is to make shoppers aware that you are collecting food donations for charity, and to ask them to donate for Christmas.

• Greeting shoppers

• Asking shoppers to donate an item listed on a leaflet

• Receiving food donations

• Thanking customers and explaining where their donation is going 
   

About you

• Comfortable approaching people to ask for food donations 

• Friendly and enthusiastic

• Motivated to get involved in your community.
   

Impact of your role

• Maximising food donations to the local food charity 

• Raising awareness of FareShare 

• Supporting your local food charity 

Age of volunteer:

Under 18's can volunteer alongside a guardian

Please click 'apply via website' to see store locations and sign up for a volunteer shift. 

​Thank you for your support.

*This volunteer role is available in multiple locations across the UK*

About FareShare

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us at FareShare. We are the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors. We take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry, and get it to nearly 8,000 frontline charities and community groups.

The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people. 

About the Volunteer Role

Demand for our support continues to increase, and we need to source food in a variety of ways to meet this demand.

This is where volunteering at the Food Collection comes in, and why it is so important and impactful.

We are holding our annual Food Collection event in-store at Tesco.

We need volunteers to help in-store, to ask shoppers to purchase long-life food items to donate, and collect the donations. 

We are urgently in need of long-life items such as tinned goods, cereal, pasta and rice - as they last a long time and offer good variety.

The food collected is given to the local food charity who supports people in the local community. 

Key tasks  

The goal during your shift is to make shoppers aware that you are collecting food donations for charity, and to ask them to donate for Christmas.

• Greeting shoppers

• Asking shoppers to donate an item listed on a leaflet

• Receiving food donations

• Thanking customers and explaining where their donation is going 
   

About you

• Comfortable approaching people to ask for food donations 

• Friendly and enthusiastic

• Motivated to get involved in your community.
   

Impact of your role

• Maximising food donations to the local food charity 

• Raising awareness of FareShare 

• Supporting your local food charity 

Shift times

Volunteer shifts are one-off on Thursday 28 November, Friday 29 November and Saturday 30 November 2024. 

Shift times are 9am-midday, midday-3pm, 3pm-6pm and 6pm-9pm.

Age of volunteer:

Under 18's can volunteer alongside a guardian

Please click 'apply via website' to see store locations and sign up for a volunteer shift. 

​Thank you for your support.

*This volunteer role is available in multiple locations across the UK*

About FareShare

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us at FareShare. We are the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors. We take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry, and get it to nearly 8,000 frontline charities and community groups.

The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people. 

About the Volunteer Role

Demand for our support continues to increase, and we need to source food in a variety of ways to meet this demand.

This is where volunteering at the Food Collection comes in, and why it is so important and impactful.

We are holding our annual Food Collection event in-store at Tesco.

We need volunteers to help in-store, to ask shoppers to purchase long-life food items to donate, and collect the donations. 

We are urgently in need of long-life items such as tinned goods, cereal, pasta and rice - as they last a long time and offer good variety.

The food collected is given to the local food charity who supports people in the local community. 

Key tasks  

The goal during your shift is to make shoppers aware that you are collecting food donations for charity, and to ask them to donate for Christmas.

• Greeting shoppers

• Asking shoppers to donate an item listed on a leaflet

• Receiving food donations

• Thanking customers and explaining where their donation is going 
   

About you

• Comfortable approaching people to ask for food donations 

• Friendly and enthusiastic

• Motivated to get involved in your community.
   

Impact of your role

• Maximising food donations to the local food charity 

• Raising awareness of FareShare 

• Supporting your local food charity 

Shift times

Volunteer shifts are one-off on Thursday 28 November, Friday 29 November and Saturday 30 November 2024. 

Shift times are 9am-midday, midday-3pm, 3pm-6pm and 6pm-9pm.

Age of volunteer:

Under 18's can volunteer alongside a guardian

Please click 'apply via website' to see store locations and sign up for a volunteer shift. 

​Thank you for your support.

We’re looking for an IT professional to join our Board and provide thought-leadership on our digital and IT strategy, including guiding us through Cyber Essentials accreditation. If you can help us use technology to improve our local advice service, we would love to hear from you.

As our digital and IT expert, you will work alongside the Chair, Chief Executive and the external IT support company we use to:

• Ensure our IT operating systems and equipment are fit for purpose
• Guide the charity through the work needed to obtain Cyber Essentials accreditation
• Advise how we can use technology to improve our service to clients
• Translate the risks and opportunities of IT for other trustees
• Take the lead in evaluating IT related proposals for the Board.

We need someone who either lives, works or studies in Elmbridge (or the surrounding area) and who has:

• Demonstrable experience of delivering IT and business change management
• Experience of IT strategy planning and execution
• A good understanding of cyber security including obtaining Cyber Security Accreditation
• A good understanding of Microsoft 365 multi-factor authentication
• Experience of business continuity and disaster recover planning
• A good understanding of risk management
• A commitment to the Citizens Advice organisation
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
• We are particularly keen to achieve a more diverse board of trustees and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Experience of Citizens Advice work is not required.

Time commitment

Our trustees are expected to attend six board meetings each year.  These normally take place on a Monday evening, at our office in Esher. Reading preparation for each board meeting will take around one-two hours.  All Citizens Advice trustees are required to complete a small number of e-learning courses each year.

In addition, as the IT lead, you will need to have time to participate in various IT discussions with our management team and with the IT support company we use.  This work may average around 1-2 hours a week.

What difference will you make?

People with good local knowledge and strategic vision can really help us to develop a service that meets the changing advice needs of our community.

More specifically, your input will help us to reach more people and provide more timely advice.

What's in it for the volunteer?

Citizens Advice is a well-respected and influential organisation.  This is an opportunity to help develop this much-needed charity at a local level, really making a difference to people's lives.

As well as intellectual stimulation, the role will provide you with practical management experience of the voluntary sector to help develop your career.

Initial induction and training takes place in-house and through peer support but there is the opportunity to attend national Citizens Advice conferences and seminars.  Travel expenses to these events are paid.

We are a business-like but friendly board, keen to welcome new members.

Closing date: 15 November 2024

Ref 6869

Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for an individual with finance expertise to join our Board of Trustees. 

 About Us 

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm.  When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave.  We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. 

About the role 

We are looking for a Trustee with recent and relevant finance expertise to join our Board of Trustees. 

Trustees of Save the Children UK (SCUK) play a unique role in delivery of our mission. They are collectively responsible for the governance of the organisation and for all decisions made by the Board. They set the strategic direction for the organisation, ensuring alignment to our values, and are responsible for setting organisational policy, defining targets, agreeing the financial plan, evaluating performance, and ensuring that strong relationships are maintained between the Trustees and the Executives. 

As a Trustee, you'll be required to attend all Board meetings (four Board meetings and one or more Board calls per year). You may also be asked to participate in Board strategy days, telephone conferences, or travel on behalf of SCUK. 

As a Trustee of SCUK, you will:

• Act in SCUK's best interests, ensuring the charity complies with its governance responsibilities, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation or regulations, and ensure the effective management of resources and of risk.
• Provide support and constructive challenge to the Chief Executive and Executive Leadership Team to ensure the delivery of SCUK's mission and implementation of its strategic plan.
• Bring personal experience and professional expertise to the Board; contribute to key strategic debates within the organisation and to specific departmental and cross-team initiatives; and help to strengthen Board governance.
• Help ensure that SCUK continues to maintain the highest safeguarding standards in line with legislation, statutory guidance and best practice, and organisation policy and procedure.
• Ensure that safeguarding remains embedded in the culture of SCUK encouraging a safer environment for those we serve, our staff and volunteers.
• Attend quarterly Board meetings at SCUK's Head Office in Farringdon, London as well as any ad hoc Board meetings that arise.
• Represent SCUK at key functions, including fundraising and profile-raising events.

As a Trustee with finance expertise, you will:

• Become a Member of the Finance Committee, which provides oversight of SCUK's financial resources, fundraising and marketing, and attend quarterly meetings.
• Become a member of the Investment & Pensions Committee (IPC), a sub-committee of the Finance Committee, which provides oversight of the investment of SCUK's reserves and the pension arrangements for staff and attend quarterly meetings.

 About you 

 We are seeking to recruit a Trustee who:

• Is engaged with, and excited by, SCUK's vision, mission and values.
• Will work to guarantee the highest standards of integrity and governance and help ensure statutory requirements are met.
• Has Board-level or equivalent experience of financial management of large and complex organisations.
• Has knowledge of charity finance, accounting and governance.
• Understands the financial risks facing major international development charities, and the financial strategies available to address them.
• Will ensure that key financial issues are clearly communicated to and understood by the Board.
• Is able and willing to devote the necessary time to the role. Trustees are required to attend all Board meetings (four Board meetings and one or more Board calls per year), quarterly Finance Committee meetings and quarterly Investment & Pensions Committee meetings. Trustees may also be asked to participate in Board strategy days, telephone conferences, or travel on behalf of SCUK.
• Has a demonstrable commitment to championing diversity and inclusion, and a clear understanding of power, privilege, and how this affects everyone, particularly the children and communities with which we work.

Highly desirable capabilities:

• Collaborative, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strategic thinker: ability to strategically assess financial risks and opportunities, and make informed decisions in line with the organisation's mission.
• A good understanding of the context within which SCUK works, with an appreciation of and strong an interest in international affairs.
• Experience in, or an understanding of, the technology sector, digital development and innovation.
• Willingness to build and use networks to make introductions for Save the Children UK, for example to explore best practice in or facilitate fundraising, or advocacy and campaigning.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, corporate governance issues, especially those that might affect a large international not-for-profit organisation.
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, the duties, liabilities and responsibilities of Trustees, and of the difference between governance and management functions.

The knowledge and skills listed above represent “the ideal candidate”. Please do not be deterred from applying if you do not fulfil every highly desirable capability. We warmly welcome applications from people who have not served as Trustees before. To ensure our Board of Trustees represents the wider society we serve, we encourage applications from candidates based in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and regions of England outside London.

Terms of Appointment: 

This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. We want to do what we can to remove barriers for Trustees on low incomes or with little spare. Please let us know during the application process if this could be an issue for you, so that we can explore options together. 

Trustees are appointed for an initial term of 2 years, after which Trustees can be reappointed for two further terms of 3 years each, up to a maximum of 8 years. 

Visit our website to learn more about our Board of Trustees and to explore our other current Trustee positions!

Closing Date: Friday 15th November 2024

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children believes in a world that is inclusive, where equal opportunities and outcomes exist for all children, regardless of where they are growing up. 

We also apply this to our workforce and Board of Trustees - we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees and Trustees feel a sense of belonging and feel they can be “Free to be Me”. We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group thinking.

We aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce and Board of Trustees that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.

Citizens Advice Esher & District is a well-established local advice charity that is seeking a HR professional to joins its trustee board and help deliver effective people management policies and plans.  If you’re excited to help us have the right team in place to meet the advice needs of our local community in Surrey, we would love to hear from you.

Our Trustee Board is responsible for providing us with strategic thinking.  As our Human Resources expert on the Board, you will work alongside the Chair, Personnel Sub-committee and Chief Executive to:

• Provide strategic and occasional operational advice on issues such as recruitment, employment contracts and remuneration
• Take a lead in reviewing the charity’s people management policies and procedures
• Advise on workforce planning and engagement to deliver our short and long term objectives
• Chair our Personnel sub-committee, setting the agenda for each six-monthly meeting and helping to prepare agenda papers

As a member of the Trustee Board, you will be responsible for:

● Maintaining an awareness of how our charity is operating

● Reading papers for Board meetings and attending six meetings per year

● Working on specific projects with other trustees or staff to further the strategic objectives of the charity

● Taking an active discussion during Board meetings and working with other trustees to:

- set policy and strategy direction, set targets and evaluate the performance of the charity

- ensure that all the finances and supporting financial control systems of the charity are in order

- monitor the financial position of the charity ensuring that it operates within its means and objectives

- monitor how well the service meets the needs of the local community

- ensure that the service plans for the recruitment and turnover of staff and volunteers

- review its own work and how effectively it operates including action for improvement

Person Specification

We need someone who either lives, works or studies in Elmbridge who has:

• HR experience with current knowledge of UK employment law, policy and practice, including compensation and benefits
• A commitment to the Citizens Advice organisation
• An understanding of the differences between managing the rights of employees and managing the rights of volunteers
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort

We are particularly keen to achieve a more diverse Board of Trustees and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  Experience of Citizens Advice work is not required.

Time commitment

Our Trustees are expected to attend six board meetings each year.  These normally take place on a Monday evening, alternating between 5-7pm and 7pm-9pm, at our office in Esher. There is an option to join most meetings online, although we encourage meeting in person.  Reading preparation for each Board meeting will take around one-two hours.  All Citizens Advice Trustees are required to complete a small number of e-learning courses each year.

You will also be asked to Chair and prepare papers for our Personnel sub-committee which meets six-monthly, and to offer ad-hoc support relevant to your expertise.

What difference will you make?

People with good local knowledge and strategic vision can really help us to develop a service that meets the changing advice needs of our community.

More specifically, your input will help us to recruit and retain staff and volunteers and achieve a sustainable future.  Without this, we risk having to cut our service to local residents and workers - and the most vulnerable members of society will have nowhere else to turn.

What's in it for you?

Citizens Advice is a well-respected and influential organisation.  This is an opportunity to help develop this much-needed charity at a local level, making a real difference to people's lives.

As well as intellectual stimulation, the role will provide you with practical management experience of the voluntary sector to help develop your career.

Initial induction and training takes place in-house, online and through peer support but there some opportunity to attend national Citizens Advice conferences.  Travel expenses to any events are paid.

We are a friendly Board, keen to welcome new members.

BRANCH TRUSTEE – INCOME GENERATION

Branch Trustee (Preston & District reg Charity No 232256)

This is an exciting opportunity to be a hands-on trustee at branch level, helping to promote kindness and prevent animal cruelty, reach out to more supporters, and influence how we do things. 

With your expertise and support we will achieve so much! 

We need volunteers who have expertise in Income Generation to help us maximise our revenue.

You will get new skills and experience whilst enabling us to help more animals. 

Overview of the Branch Trustee opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate person, with a background in income generation or fundraising, who could devote their time to volunteer as a trustee for our Branch and support us in maximising the revenue brought into the Branch to support our animal centre and welfare work.

Alongside passing on your expertise, this opportunity will give you the chance to influence how we care for and prevent cruelty to animals and drive the implementation of key initiatives. You will serve on the governing body of the charity and be instrumental, alongside fellow trustees, in the running of the Branch and setting out both the short and long term aims.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a bi-monthly committee meeting lasting around 2 to 3 hours (virtual meetings are an option). However, the commitment may vary depending on your availability,  and if  you decide to take on additional duties.

Trustee do not need to live within the branch boundaries but occasional travel to Branch sites may be required from time to time.

About the National RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

About the RSPCA Preston & District Branch

Over 80% of the animal welfare work of the RSPCA is carried out through local Branches which are run by staff and volunteers, supported by the RSPCA National Society.

Preston & District Branch has been affiliated with the National RSPCA for 150 years!

A separately registered charity looking after animals in the local area and engaging with the local community. 

Our mission is to seek out safe homes for abandoned, neglected or abused animals who are  nursed back to health, rehabilitated and found forever loving homes.

Preston & District Branch is part of a network of 140  branches, and 1 of only 8 in the North of England with an animal centre. 

The rehoming centre is within the Preston area (close to JCN 31 of the M6). 

RSPCA Preston & District Branch is a well established Branch with approximately 20 members of staff and 75 volunteers across 4 locations and raises all its funds locally through supporters and other income streams.

To continue helping animals in need the Branch also operates 3 charity shops in Longridge, Chorley and Penwortham (within our specified branch area) which bring in a regular income to keep our animal centre open. 

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee – Income Generation

• Explore ways to generate income for the Branch and work closely with the Branch Manager to put these ideas into action.
• You would aim to identify potential sources of funding which could be explored so we can continue this important work.
• You would organise and coordinate events that bring together those also determined to improve the welfare of animals to raise the funds we need to come to the aid of animals who are in need. Work with the trustees to produce a fundraising plan and budget.
• Identify fundraising roles and help recruit volunteers to fill them. 

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

Ideally you would have some level of knowledge in the following areas- finance, legal, fundraising, project management, business experience, awareness of employment and/or charity legislation. These all can be useful to help ensure we have a sound and robust business model and long term strategic development plan, however, they are not essential.

We are looking for people who are creative, innovative, who have experience of or are part of groups and communities we want to attract, who can bring new ideas, different experiences and fresh perspectives to the board and to help put those ideas into action. 

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.

Ultimately we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. 

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

• We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you with 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.

Practical considerations 

• Please also note that to become a Trustee, you will need to be aged 18 or over and a member of our branch for three months before you are eligible to be elected at our AGM.
• Trustees are elected for a 12-month term each year.
• Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
• Trustees must sign a Trustee Declaration of Willingness to Act to clarify that they are not disqualified from being a trustee and read the Charity Commission’s guidance for individuals who cannot be a trustee or senior manager of a charity.
• References will also be required.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our branch!

Home-Start Trustees Recruitment  - Trustees including Chair of Trustees

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead (HSEEB) is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families and children.  Staff and Volunteers offer regular support, including providing emotional and practical help to families in the families’ own homes and connecting families with specialist services within the community.

We are looking to recruit a new Chair of Trustees and additional Trustees; who will increase the range of skills and experience on the Board. This is essential for us to make the best decisions for HSEEB and our families.  For the Chair role, you will need leadership skills and a good understanding of governance. For the Trustee roles, there is no requirement for you to have  been a trustee before, however, you do need to be passionate about improving the lives of children and the families we support.

You will be good at working with others, ready to speak up and ask questions, be thoughtful and open to learning and able to stand back to see the bigger picture. You must take the responsibilities of a Trustee seriously.

We are looking to better reflect the experiences of our community, to bring the skills and experiences of diverse Trustees to the Board, as well as recruiting Trustees with lived experience of or insight into socio-economic disadvantage.

We would like to hear from people who can bring some of the following skills and expertise: Contracting; Governance; Event Planning; Bid Writing; Early Years; Mental Health; IT and Media

An enhanced disclosure check will be required.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 31 October 2024 at 5pm

 Interviews:  November

 For more details about how to apply, please see our website.

 Please note: We do not accept CVs

 Registered Address: 128 Great Tattenhams, Epsom Downs, Surrey, KT18 5SE

 Home-Start is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is committed to safer recruitment practice as an important part of safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults

Home-Start Epsom, Ewell and Banstead is a Company Limited by Guarantee No 8765689 & a Registered Charity No 1156539 

Amplify Barawak’s mission and enhance our public presence through strategic marketing and powerful advocacy. As the Marketing Outreach and Advocacy Vertical Lead, you’ll craft compelling narratives that engage and mobilize our community.
 

Understanding the Verticals at Barawak

Imagine Barawak as a living, thriving tree. Our verticals are like the main branches—each one strong and important, reaching out in its own direction but all connected to the same trunk, our community's mission. These four powerhouse teams each have a special job:

• The Fundraising and Financial Management vertical covers fundraising and money matters: This team is all about finding resources—like getting donations and grants—to keep our programmes strong and healthy.They will spend their time writing fantastic letters, sponsorship proposals and funding requests on behalf of Barawak as a whole, but also (supporting programme leads) to specific organisations for Barawak service lines.

• The Partnership Development and Collaboration vertical covers building bridges: They're the connectors, making friends with other groups, businesses, and everyone who can help us grow.

• The Volunteer Engagement vertical covers welcoming our helpers: This bunch is in charge of gathering our most valuable resource—people like you who want to volunteer and make a difference.

• The Marketing Outreach and Advocacy vertical covers spreading the word: They tell our story far and wide, making sure everyone knows what we're up to and how they can join in.

Each vertical team works in two distinct ways: the first way is for Barawak as a whole, and the second way is in support of each Barawak service, feeding our programmes, like roots bringing water and nutrients to the branches. Whether it's Poverty Relief, Education, Employment Support, Community Engagement or Sports and Wellness, these verticals give the support each programme needs to blossom and bear fruit. Working together, they make sure we're all pushing in the same direction—towards a future where our community stands tall and proud.

Introduction to the Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy vertical Lead role:

The Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead is the driving force behind Barawak’s communication, its brand identity and public presence. This strategic role involves developing and implementing marketing and outreach initiatives to amplify Barawak's mission and to advocate for the Afro-Hebrew community. It requires collaboration with trustees and programme leads to ensure consistent messaging and effective advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Marketing and Outreach:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy that promotes Barawak’s mission, programs, and events.

• Utilize a multi-channel approach, including social media, local press, and community events, to raise awareness and engage diverse audiences.

2. Advocacy Campaigns:

• Craft and lead advocacy campaigns that support Barawak’s strategic objectives and service lines, ensuring the community's voice is heard on critical issues.

• Build relationships with media outlets and influencers to enhance Barawak’s visibility and impact.

3. Support to Trustees:

• Provide the Board of Trustees with strategic marketing insights and advocacy support, enabling informed decision-making.

• Ensure trustees are kept informed of marketing and advocacy efforts and outcomes, aligning with Barawak’s governance and strategic plans.

4. Programme-Specific Outreach:

• Tailor marketing and advocacy efforts to support the unique goals of each Barawak programme, from Poverty Relief to Sports and Wellness.

• Collaborate with programme leads to highlight success stories, key initiatives, and opportunities for community involvement.

5. Brand Management:

• Oversee Barawak’s brand identity and messaging across all platforms, ensuring consistency and alignment with organizational values.

• Develop marketing materials and campaigns that resonate with the community and stakeholders.

6. Performance Analysis:

• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing and advocacy initiatives, using data-driven insights to refine strategies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in marketing, public relations, or advocacy within the nonprofit sector.

• Strong creative and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop compelling narratives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency across various media platforms.

• A collaborative spirit, adept at working with diverse teams and community groups.

In the role of Marketing, Outreach, and Advocacy Lead, you will be the storyteller and voice of Barawak, shaping the way the world sees and understands our mission and the community we serve.

Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.

Job Overview: 

As our Volunteer Social Media Handling Executive, you'll be the voice behind our LinkedIn and Twitter presence, driving our mission forward. This is your chance to leverage social media for a meaningful cause and gain valuable experience in the world of non-profits. 

Responsibilities: 

- Oversee the day-to-day management of the organisation's LinkedIn and Twitter accounts. 

- Ensure profiles are up-to-date, accurate, and aligned with the organisation's branding and messaging. 

- Develop and curate engaging content for LinkedIn and Twitter, including posts, articles, graphics, and multimedia elements. 

- Craft compelling and concise messaging that aligns with the organisation's mission and goals. 

- Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions on LinkedIn and Twitter. 

- Proactively engage with followers, influencers, and stakeholders to build relationships and foster a sense of community. 

- Create and maintain a content calendar for consistent and strategic posting. 

- Schedule posts at optimal times to maximise reach and engagement. 

- Collaborate with the communications team to support social media campaigns and initiatives on LinkedIn and Twitter. 

- Assist in the promotion of events, fundraising efforts, and advocacy campaigns. 

- Monitor analytics and track key performance indicators (KPIs) on LinkedIn and Twitter. 

- Provide regular reports on social media performance, highlighting successes and recommending areas for improvement. 

Qualifications: 

- Demonstrated experience in managing LinkedIn and Twitter accounts for organisations or brands. 

- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to adapt the organisation's voice. 

- Collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. 

Benefits: 

- Opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization's online presence and impact. 

- Gain experience in social media management and digital communication. 

- Develop and enhance skills in content creation, analytics, and community engagement. 

- Build a portfolio of work showcasing your ability to manage social media platforms effectively. 

At Children with Voices, we believe in the power of social media to create change. Join our friendly team, where we cover transport costs and provide nourishing meals for our dedicated volunteers. Apply now and be the voice that amplifies our mission!

About us:

Long Covid SOS is a registered charity dedicated to throwing a lifeline to people living with the impact of Long Covid by pushing for greater recognition and awareness, advocating for targeted research and providing support and resources. With a passionate team of volunteers and Trustees, we use our voice to promote recognition and understanding of the experiences of people with Long Covid and its devastating effects on their lives. We advocate for and encourage inclusive and appropriate research into Long Covid and support those with Long Covid to live the best lives they can by providing extensive resources and working with stakeholders to help secure effective and appropriate care and treatment for them. 

Role overview:

As the Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will provide pivotal strategic and inspirational leadership and direction to the Board, ensuring that Long Covid SOS is effectively governed, and remains focused on its mission and strategic goals. This is a unique voluntary opportunity for an accomplished leader with strong governance experience to make a significant impact for those with Long Covid. You will act as an ambassador for the charity, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, partners and the wider community. The role is a remote position and will require a commitment of 2-4 days per month. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: - 

• Collaborate closely with the CEO to support the delivery of Long Covid SOS’s strategic objectives.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance and oversight. 
• Develop and articulate a clear vision for the charity’s future.
• Collaborate with fellow Trustees to establish strategic goals and objectives and devise an execution plan to achieve these goals. 
• Ensure alignment between the charity’s mission and operational activities.
• Contribute to the charity’s fundraising strategy and ensure the charity stays on target to achieve its fundraising goals.  

2. Trustee Engagement: -

• Promote a culture of active engagement, collaboration, and transparency within the Board, ensuring all Trustees are effectively contributing to discussions and decision-making. 

3. Meeting Facilitation: -

• Lead Trustee meetings in a manner that encourages open dialogue, ensuring that every opinion is considered and respected.
• Ensure board meetings are effective, inclusive, and focused on the charity’s key priorities.

4. Governance: -

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.

 5. Ambassadorship: -

• The Chair will occasionally be asked to attend external events and meetings, enhancing the charity’s profile and building relationships with key stakeholders to further our goals.

Person Specification:

We are looking for an individual who embodies the spirit of Long Covid SOS and has:

• Proven experience in a significant leadership role within the charity, public or private sectors.
• Strong understanding of governance and board management, with experience in chairing meetings and committees.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• A strategic mindset and commitment to Long Covid SOS’s mission and values.
• Strong networking abilities, with experience building relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and donors.
•  An interest in a broad range of health areas, such a public health, healthcare and disability. 

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future direction of Long Covid SOS.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic environment working alongside passionate Trustees and volunteers.

Why Join Us?

As the Chair of Trustees of Long Covid SOS, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Long Covid community while working alongside a dedicated CEO, volunteers and Trustees, who share a passion for health advocacy. 

You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the charity, driving positive change and enhancing the lives of those we serve.

For more information please visit our website.

Application process:

To apply for this position or inquire further about the role, please send your CV (maximum 3 pages) along with a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your motivations, experience, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you will bring to the role. Applications will be accepted until noon on Monday 4 November 2024.

Join us in making a difference – your leadership could be the key in unlocking new possibilities for our community!

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.

Camden Canals and Narrowboat Association seeks new Trustees.

About the organisation

Camden Canals and Narrowboat Association is looking for new Trustees for our charity and is keen to hear from you if you have the skills and experience that would help support our work.

We are a small organisation staffed entirely by volunteers and we maintain & run an historic canal narrowboat on the Regent’s Canal for the benefit of the community.  Day-to-day running of the Association is organised through a volunteers committee, who meet monthly.  We are affiliated to the National Community Boat Association and all our skippers have attained the Certificate of Community Boat Management.  

We take groups of up to 12 people on canal trips lasting from a few hours to all day or several days at a time.  Private groups such as celebration trips, vacation groups, or team building events subsidise community trips for the organisation such as: mental health, children’s charities, or the elderly.  These can sometimes be free if groups with appropriate aims (groups that benefit people in need without discrimination) lack access to other funding.  

Who we’re looking for

Our Trustees do not need any special knowledge of canals or boating however an interest in these areas would be helpful and an understanding of the workings of small organisations, run by volunteers would be an advantage. Previous experience as a Trustee would be useful but is not a prerequisite, as full support and training in the duties and responsibilities of Trustees will be given.

If you have skills in Marketing, Community Development, Education or Fundraising we’d be particularly pleased to hear from you.

We’re aiming to diversify the backgrounds of our board membership, so anyone whose backgrounds, experience and identity enhance the diversity of our existing board, is encouraged to apply. We are particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups such as people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and those with a disability.

Trustees meet about 3 or 4 times a year in North London.

How to apply

To apply, please email your current comprehensive CV and a short supporting statement telling us why you think you would make a good trustee of Camden Canals & Narrowboats Association: email your cv

All applicants will be vetted, so remember to include details of two referees (who will not be contacted without your prior knowledge and consent). Although there is no remuneration for this post, reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed.  

As we are also registered as a limited company, all trustees would also be Directors of the Company. [03570601]

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.

The Gardens Trust is looking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees.

Our new Chair will lead the Board, working closely with other Officers and Trustees to foster an environment for collaboration, good decision making and effective governance during a period of exciting change and development for our organisation. 

The Gardens Trust is the only UK national charity dedicated to conserving historic parks and gardens for everyone to enjoy today and in future. We campaign for them, undertake research and conservation work, and encourage public appreciation and involvement. We are a statutory consultee in the English planning system, publish an internationally respected journal, and are passionate about having an impact in local communities. We work closely with volunteers in 37 County and Country Gardens Trusts.

The ideal candidate may have an interest in gardens and garden history, but more important is a commitment to our charitable aims, experience of working with or as part of a Board of Trustees and an understanding of the challenges facing the charitable sector. A desire to support a small, established and ambitious organisation, and a willingness to learn and adapt skills to our needs are the most important qualities we are looking for.  We love to work collaboratively and look forward to meeting you!

The appointment is for an initial term of three years, renewable once to a maximum of six years. The Board of the Gardens Trust meets four times a year in March, June, September and December, mostly on Zoom Our new Chair will also be a member of the Management Committee and take on specific projects as appropriate, working closely with the Head of Operations & Strategy. The time commitment is estimated to be approximately three days per month.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an informal discussion with a Trustee panel in early 2025. The Gardens Trust is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity, and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the contributions they make.  We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.