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Main purpose of job: To host virtual events as part of Mast Cell Actions community support services.

Key tasks include:

· Host virtual events including a variety of different sessions and community support spaces with professionalism and enthusiasm.

· Introduce speakers, moderate Q&A sessions, and facilitate audience interaction to keep participants engaged.

· Manage technical aspects of virtual events, to ensure smooth execution.

· Send pre and post event emails using our event platform, TicketTailor

· Collate feedback and add to our quote bank

· Raise safeguarding concerns using internal processes and procedures

· Maintain confidentiality and follow charity policies and procedures

· Undertake relevant training

Key Objectives Include:

· Host virtual events in a manner that captivates and engages the audience, keeping them interested and actively participating throughout the event.

· Reassure and validate participants' experiences whilst encouraging story-sharing.

· Manage the technical aspects of virtual events proficiently.

· Represent Mast Cell Action professionally at all times, demonstrating strong communication skills, reliability, and adaptability in a virtual environment.

Experience/skills required:

· Proven experience as a virtual event host, moderator, or similar role

· Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and adapt your hosting style to different event formats and audiences.

· Patience, empathy and compassion. Openness to support people from all backgrounds.

· Proficiency in virtual event platforms such as Zoom, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and effectively.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a remote team, demonstrating reliability, flexibility, and professionalism at all times.

If you have extensive experience of fundraising, there is a volunteer opportunity here for you which offers a chance to make a difference at Ampleforth Abbey in its mission to the Church and society in the 21st century.

What will you be doing?

The Ampleforth Abbey Trust wishes to appoint a trustee with fundraising expertise and experience who will be able to align fundraising with the charity’s overall Strategic Plan and ensure effective income generation.

As the specialist fundraising trustee, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Ampleforth community by setting and monitoring the Trust’s strategic direction to ensure sustainable delivery of core objectives. 

Main duties:

• Fundraising strategy: provide expertise, advice and guidance to align fundraising within the charity’s overall Strategic Plan to ensure effective income generation
• Fundraising Steering Group: work with the Chair of the board and invited experts on a Fundraising Steering Group
• Donor engagement: collaborate with the monastic community and the board of trustees to develop and monitor a donor engagement plan
• Compliance and Risk: ensure compliance with legal requirements, assess risks in fundraising planning, alerting the Board of Trustees in a timely manner about any concerns
• To report to the Board at a strategic level on the successes and challenges of the fundraising strategy.

What are we looking for?

• Clear demonstrable and evidenced empathy with support for Ampleforth Abbey Trust’s mission and ethos;
• Experience of participating in the oversight or management of organisations and an understanding of organisational operational and effectiveness issues;
• Experience (professional or non-executive) in strategic philanthropic development and fundraising and an understanding of the key opportunities for the Trust in this area;
• Willingness to use different experiences to support the Trust, and to act as an ambassador;
• A capacity for independent thought, judgement and expression - balanced by influencing skills with an ability to advise and challenge on a constructive and open basis;
• A warm, collegiate and diplomatic style with the ability to take tough decisions when required;
• Good interpersonal, communication and team working skills;
• Able to give sufficient time on a voluntary basis;
• Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, alongside a personal commitment to core principles of opportunity, openness, transparency and respect for others;
• Experience in a non-executive role.

What difference will you make?

Through your fundraising experience you will have a pivotal role in providing expertise, advice and guidance to align fundraising within the charity’s overall Strategic Plan to ensure effective income generation; collaborate with the monastic community and the board of trustees to develop and monitor a donor engagement plan; and report to the Board at a strategic level on the successes and challenges of the fundraising strategy.

Before you apply

Please provide a CV and a cover letter containing the contact details of two referees. 

At Sponsorstars, we believe that every child is unique and deserves the chance to dream, to achieve incredible things and to look forward to a wonderful future. We aim to help disadvantaged young people in the UK by giving them warm clothing, school uniform and other essential resources. We collobarate with schools to help us identify the children most in need.

As a trustee, you will help us to achieve our goals by giving strategic direction to the charity, helping with fundraising, writing newsletters to our sponsors, visiting schools and contacting our ambassadors as well as other tasks that need to be done to further the growth of the charity.

Trustees are expected to attend four trustees' meeting in London each year.

Trustees need to be mindful of safeguarding and general data protection regulations.

Ideally trustees will be able to devote a few hours a month to the charity as well as attending the trustees' meetings.

A bit about this role

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• Keeping financial records from fundraising events
• Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection 
• Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

Volunteer Fundraising Events Helper

Thank you for your interest to become a Fundraising Volunteer at Cats Protection!

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.

We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.

A bit about the role

As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our Fundraising Event Helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in between!

What can you expect to be doing

● Help set up and/or man stalls at events

● Help on collection days like supermarket collections events or street collections

● Help at fundraising events such as Quiz nights, cake sales and dances

● Promoting a professional image of Cats Protection at events

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You’ll meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers. By being the link between members of the public and Cats Protection, the money you collect will make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens

We’re looking for someone with

● A friendly, outgoing outlook

● An affinity with people

● Willingness to be part of a team

● A passion for feline welfare

Time expectation

This role is really flexible! You could choose to volunteer at one event for a couple of hours or attend multiple fundraising events.  

We’ll keep you up to date with upcoming local events where volunteers are needed. You’ll then be able to choose which events you’d like to volunteer at and how many hours you’d like to give. However much time you can give, your contribution will help raise much needed funds to continue the work of Cats Protection.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The well being of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.

Are you a proactive fundraiser and looking to support a small charity? We're looking for 2 energetic and enthusiastic fundraiser volunteers to increase the fundraising opportunities for the charity as well as developing corporate partnerships, legacy giving, individual giving and major donors. This role may also include:

• Develop new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which involve organising events
• Project manage fundraising events, from inception all the way through to evaluation
• Recruit and promote supporters and volunteers for challenge and national events.
• Assisting with researching and approaching corporate entities for event sponsorships, partnerships, Charity of the Year partnerships, and donations from corporate foundations
• Assisting with writing and delivering grant proposals for funding to trusts, foundations and other institutes
• Writing emails and speaking with potential partners about the work of Burning Nights CRPS Support with the aim of securing funds for the organisation
• Helping to maintain the fundraising database, ensuring accuracy and consistency of all records;
• Development in fundraising opportunities
• Keeping in contact with current & past donors and assisting in finding new donors
• Communicating with past fundraisers and encourage them to consider fundraising in the future
• Assist in marketing our events
• Development / Improvement of fundraising support (e.g fundraising packs and materials)
• Create marketing posts for social media & email marketing

Key & Desirable Skills:

• Fully computer literate and fully able with the main Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint as well as the internet and email
• Knowledge of using CRM systems or ability to learn

• Outgoing, friendly and proactive character
• Good initiative and ability to work with little direct supervision but will ask when help is needed
• Be comfortable volunteering within a small team or by yourself
• Good communication skills - Ability to communicate effectively at a number of different levels
• Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, written correspondence and in person
• Experience of writing funding proposals and working in fundraising would be an advantage
• Strong organisational skills
• Knowledge of corporate fundraising techniques including Charity of the Year, sponsorship, donations, marketing would be an advantage
• An ability to present and engage potential partners/sponsors in a compelling way
• Maintaining strict confidentiality

Practical Considerations:

• Age over 18 only
• Expenses will be given in line with the charity’s expenses policy
• It is an indoor role at one site – your home, but occasionally meetings are held in other offices and in the office of the charity or online
• This role is suitable for people wanting to learn new skills as well as improve previously learnt skills

Not sure if you have the right skills? Then contact us or apply as you may have some great translatable skills that would be applicable for this role!

About the Charity: Burning Nights CRPS Support is a UK wide charity that works to improve life for those living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), their families, loved ones, carers and friends. As a charity we raise awareness about the condition amongst the public, health and legal professionals by providing CRPS awareness sessions so that patients can be diagnosed quicker to enable treatment to start more rapidly.

Application Process:

Apply on Charity Job with CV and covering letter telling us why you would be a good fit for our charity

Epsom RDA provides opportunities for disabled people to improve their health and well-being through the therapeutic power of horses.

We are a thriving charity providing therapy, fun and achievement for over 200 disabled participants delivered by a team of volunteers and our own herd of ponies. We have exciting plans for growth and to increase the range of activities we offer. 

To assist us in this we are looking for a new trustee with responsibility for fundraising. We are looking for someone with experience of fundraising in a charity or not for profit environment. Excellent relationship building and communication skills are essential, as is a desire to drive improvements and get things done.

As we are entirely run by volunteers, trustees need to be hands on and be able to collaborate with volunteers to achieve our aims. We foster an environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves.  Every idea and perspective is valued so that we can reflect the community we serve.

Key activities:

• Develop a fundraising strategy which sets out where best to focus our efforts to ensure we raise the funds needed to fund our ongoing operation and deliver our future strategic plans be that corporate fundraising, trusts and foundations, individual giving, legacies, events or a combination of all of these;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with our existing funders;
• Establish new relationships to develop a range of new income streams and opportunities in line with the strategy;
• Work with our marketing and communications trustee to devise a regular programme of communications to existing and potential funders;
• Build and maintain close working relationships with our team of skilled events fundraising volunteers;
• Continually look for new opportunities, keeping up to date with the work of RDAs across the country and seek out new ideas and opportunities;
• Be a core member of the Finance, Performance and Governance Sub-Committee.

Skills and attributes:

• Experience of creating and/or delivering fundraising strategies;
• Excellent organisational and strategic planning skills;
• The ability to build trusted relationships with a variety of people including existing and potential funders, volunteers and fellow trustees;
• An understanding of our service users and their needs. 

Whilst there are no set hours, given the hands-on nature of all of our trustee roles, the successful candidate will need to commit to a minimum of three hours per week on average.   Whilst the role can be performed remotely, there is an expectation that the trustee will attend face to face meetings quarterly

Please apply with a personal statement of no more than one page, setting out how your skills, experience of developing and delivering fundraising strategies and interests would make you a good fit for the role. 

For an informal chat about the role, please contact us.

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.

Ref: V241 | Community Connector | London

We’re looking for multiple Community Connectors over the age of 18 years old, based across various locations across London.

You’ll be volunteering: Dates and times to be agreed with volunteer.

The volunteers could be:

· Providing a valuable support to our teams based within the region.

· Building relationships with people, and organisations to raise awareness of stroke and the Stroke Association.

· Engaging with your local community to represent the Stroke Association, this could include the delivery of presentations or talks either face to face or digitally.

· Sharing your knowledge and experience of stroke to others.

· Researching and gathering information relating to life after stroke services.

· Supporting the process of volunteer recruitment and training.

· Attending fundraising events, including donation collections.

Whilst we would be delighted if you could perform all of these tasks, we will be happy to accept enquiries from you if you can provide suitable selective support.

What the role can offer you personally:

· Learning and developing new skills.

· Meeting new people, building a network and engaging with your local community.

· An opportunity to get together (either face to face/digitally) with other volunteers from London.

· Invitations to join national volunteer events to network and share experiences.

A DBS check is required for this role.

Interested in this role?

Find out more by downloading the role description for the Community Connector role.

If you are interested in this role please find more details on our website link.

We want to reduce barriers to inclusion. Help us understand who’s applying for and getting roles with us by completing our Equal Opportunities Form. This helps us continue to identify anything that’s getting in the way of people looking to join us. This information does not form part of your application.

About Us

Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.

When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.

We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.

We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.

We’re working to improve the diversity of our team.  Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke. 

We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. 

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.

In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives.  

To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.

If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!

Branch Trustee – Fundraising

Do you have previous fundraising experience? If you do or are good at coordinating and organising events, we are looking for volunteer trustees to help us manage our fundraising activities so we can raise essential funds to improve animal welfare. 

Overview of the opportunity

As Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator, you will act as the central contact point for all branch fundraising activities and maintain momentum for the fundraising programme of your branch. You will have fun meeting new people, helping to recruit new volunteers and organising, and attending local events.

As a minimum, trustees would normally be expected to attend a monthly committee meeting lasting some 2 to 3 hours. However, the commitment may vary depending on whether the trustee takes on additional duties.

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 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!

The RSPCA Bridlington, Driffield & District Branch

The RSPCA Bridlington, Driffield & District Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

Primary responsibilities of the Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator

•  Produce a fundraising plan and budget.
•  Identify fundraising roles and help recruit volunteers to fill them. 
• Liaise with the Volunteer Coordinator and establish and maintain a database of fundraising supporters and volunteers. 
• Identify potential sources of income to be explored.
• Organise fundraising events.
• Attend events to collect donations.
• Produce or organise the production of branch fundraising materials.
• Contact local businesses who might be interested in supporting our work.
• Produce monthly update reports for the Branch Trustees.
•  Ensure all fundraising activities and events are risk assessed and carried out safely and legally, including complying with data protection regulations and gift aid procedures.

Core Branch Trustee responsibilities

•  Appreciate and support the aims and policies of the RSPCA.
•  Work in conjunction with fellow trustees and branch officers and jointly act in making decisions for the best interest of the branch and the RSPCA.
• Work with national RSPCA staff to ensure that the branch meets all minimum animal welfare standards (MAWS).
• In conjunction with your fellow trustees and Branch Partnership Manager write, adopt, monitor, and review a development plan setting out the short and long term aims of your branch.
• Actively participate in branch committee meetings and to attend the branch annual general meeting and regional conference.
• Be aware of the outcome of regional board meetings and support regional initiatives.
• Actively promote and advertise the society in an ongoing programme to recruit new branch trustees and volunteers and welcome new members.
•  In conjunction with your fellow trustees, ensure the proper management and control of all activities and decisions relating to any premises held or staff employed by the branch if applicable.

What we are looking for in a volunteer:

We are committed to creating a Board which is representative of our society and in particular, our community and surrounding areas so encourage people from any background to apply for any of our opportunities.

Alongside fundraising experience, we are looking for someone who is committed to the RSPCA’s charitable objectives and shares our passion for animal welfare. You would be creative, innovative, bring a fresh perspective, and can put ideas into action. 

You will need to be able to work with people and have good interpersonal skills. You do not need to be an expert although commitment, common sense, and the ability to be objective are vital.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Branch Trustee Fundraising Coordinator

•  We will provide you with a comprehensive trustee training course which will provide you will everything you need to carry out the role.
•  Ongoing support is also provided by regional and national RSPCA staff in addition to any additional training provided by the relevant branch.
• The platform to utilise your skills and experience to oversee the charity and make decisions that have a direct impact on local animal welfare.
• The opportunity to gain new skills and develop existing ones, whilst making a real difference to the lives of animals.
•  A way to expand your professional and personal network through working with like-minded people.

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.
• 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 on 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!

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees, and dependent on the position, you may need to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role. 

A bit about this role

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
• Planning fundraising events and activities with your team
• Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
• Keeping financial records from fundraising events
• Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection 
• Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

A bit more information about this role and the team

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others
• Excellent organisational skills
• The ability to prioritise and delegate
• An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly
• Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.

Join us in making a difference in our community by ensuring everyone has access to the food they need. Your help can bring a positive change to many lives!

Role Overview:

Join our dedicated team at Abbey Community Centre to help combat food insecurity in our community. As a Community Food Club Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that food donations are efficiently received, sorted, and distributed to local elderly people and families with young children aged 5 and under. Your efforts will directly contribute to providing much-needed support to those experiencing food insecurity.

Key Responsibilities:

Receiving Food Deliveries:

  - Welcome and assist delivery drivers.

  - Check and record the received items against delivery notes.

  - Ensure all food items are handled and stored according to safety guidelines.

Sorting and Bagging Food Donations:

  - Sort donated food items by type and ensure they meet quality standards.

  - Organize and pack food items into bags or boxes for distribution.

  - Ensure that the right quantity and variety of food is packed for each family and elderly recipient.

Distribution Preparation:

  - Help set up the distribution area.

  - Ensure all packed bags are ready for distribution days.

  - Assist in maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Record Keeping:

  - Help maintain accurate records of food received and distributed.

  - Assist with inventory management to track stock levels.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

  - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

  - Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

  - Physical ability to lift and carry bags/boxes of food.

  - Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of recipients.

Desirable:

  - Previous experience in a similar role or in food handling.

  - Knowledge of food safety standards.

  - Basic record-keeping skills.

Personal Qualities:

- Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards people facing food insecurity.

- Reliable and punctual.

- Willingness to follow instructions and adhere to health and safety guidelines.

- Positive and proactive approach to volunteering.

When you'll be needed:

Between 2-3 hours on Tuesday afternoons

Benefits:

- Gain valuable experience in food distribution and community service.

- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of local families and elderly individuals.

- Meet new people and become part of a supportive and friendly team.

- Receive training and ongoing support from our project coordinator.

Abbey Community Centre is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Are you passionate about making a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Honorary Treasurer to oversee the financial well-being of our charity.

The Honorary Treasurer will monitor the financial standing of the charity and support the Board in the review of all financial matters and the overarching strategic management of the organisation’s financial resources.

They will Chair the Finance & Resources Sub-committee and feed into the charity’s financial risk-management process, reporting financial health to the Board of trustees at regular intervals. They will also advise on fundraising, income, and development of unrestricted funds of the charity.

The Treasurer will act as a counter signatory on payments and applications to funders, and work with the Accountants and Executive Team to ensure that annual accounts are submitted to all relevant regulators in a timely fashion.

They will provide input to ensure the organisation’s finances are responsibly managed and invested for the betterment of the organisation’s work and for the beneficiaries it serves

Qualities of a Treasurer

Essential

• Qualified accountant
• Knowledge of charity SORP
• Competent use of IT skills
• Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information to members of the Board and other stakeholders
• Analytical and evaluation skills, demonstrating good judgement
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• Good communication and leadership skills

Desirable

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of charity fundraising and finance practices
• Committed to our cause and objectives and willing to act as the charity’s ambassador to external bodies, charities and companies
• Skills and experience in one or more areas of non-executive governance and management e.g. strategic planning, business management, financial/accountancy, understanding of HR issues, experience of Trusts or other grant giving bodies particularly fundraising and legal knowledge
• A team-oriented approach to problem solving and to management

Time commitment and location

• Currently the Board meets at least six times a year and the Treasurer is expected to be available at key points in the accounting cycle
• Board meetings are every 2 months (2-3 hours approx. per meeting)
• You will chair the Finance & Resources sub-committee which meet at least quarterly, online (1-2 hours approx. per meeting)
• Ideally meetings will take place in person although online and hybrid options are available

Community Focus Volunteer

Area: East Lancashire

Would you like to support an adult to be able to overcome the obstacles preventing them to live a better life. Our focus is to support people to understand the range of services available to them and to help people live happily and as independently as possible. Our community focus volunteer role provides opportunities to support individuals to overcome barriers relating to health & social care, social isolation, benefits, finances, housing, employment, and training. Our Community Focus Team aim to support people to live the life they want to live.

Yes?

Then our Community Focus Volunteer opportunity may be right for you!

You could be part of a community focus advocacy team that offers:

· To create trusting relationships with adults who are having trouble in navigating and accessing services

· To ensure people are listened too and actively involved in the decisions that affect their lives

· To support people to attend meetings/appointments with (but not limited to) GP’s, hospital appointments, the Jobcentre/benefit office, colleges, and or housing organisations

· To accompany our qualified Independent Advocates to client visits and appointments

· To support to our ‘pop-up’ advocacy outreach provision and raise awareness of our service within the community and at our Community focus hub.

· To support people in need of services and make them aware of their rights to statutory advocacy

· To help

· To support people to make a complaint regarding a negative experience when using services

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for reliable, compassionate, caring, respectful and understanding people who are good communicators to join our volunteer team.

You do not need to be an advocacy expert; empathy matters more than academic qualifications or experience and we are keen to hear from people of all ages and walks of life.

All we ask is that you are keen and able to:

· Complete and submit the relevant paperwork and forms

· Keep up to date with relevant legislation

· Engage in quarterly supervisions and volunteer meetings with your volunteer manager

· Participate in necessary internal and external training

· Be computer literate and have access to emails and Microsoft Teams on a device

· Adhere to our volunteer policies and procedures

· Maintain strict confidentiality

· To commit to 3 or 4 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months

· Work as part of a team

· Travel using public transport or your own vehicle for which you should have a full UK driving licence

What you will receive in return:

· Training opportunities

· An opportunity to develop your skills and experience

· Support and encouragement from our volunteer management team and the community advocacy team

· Out of pocket expenses

· Testimonials or a reference to support your career progression

· And most of all … a rewarding experience

OUR VALUES

Quality: We deliver high quality advocacy - we have over 20 years' experience of providing expert, person-led advocacy.

People: We put people at the heart of everything we do and want to enable them to make positive change in their lives.

Respectful: We are a respectful team - we treat everyone equally and make sure everyone feels valued, respected and listened to.

Trust: You can trust us and know that we will keep your information confidential and safe.

Independent: We are independent of councils and health services and we are on your side.

Learning: We never stop learning - we learn from the people we support, our partners and each other.