Event Manager Volunteer Roles in Bristol

Please note: This is a Voluntary role with a benefits package.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact for animals? Could you inspire others to join you in making a difference? If yes, we would love to speak to you!

As a Community Co-ordinator at International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) you will embark on an incredible journey to build a team of like-minded animal lovers in your County to make a difference to the lives of thousands of animals every year. Reporting to Nicky Stevens, Founder of IAPWA, you will have the opportunity to represent IAPWA, inspire others and even join us to visit our range of projects and support programmes around the world so as you can see first-hand the impact you and your team are making.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit: Build your own team of animal loving volunteers in your County with a range of skills and experience to collectively raise funds and awareness to contribute to the success of your County Group
• Create: Utilise your combined creativity and passion for animals to create a range of activities in your County to support animals in need
• Support: Provide support to everyone in your team to enable them to contribute to the team goals
• Represent IAPWA: Serve as the face of IAPWA within your County, embodying our mission and values
• Connect: Commit to hosting regular meetings with your group and the wider IAPWA Team
• Learn: Undertake training where needed, as a valued member of our volunteer management team

Opportunities for the right candidate:

• Visit: Join us on an annual Community Coordinator trip in one of our projects and support programmes worldwide to meet the animals you and your County Group are helping. This is not an essential part of the role should the Coordinater be unable to travel.
• Personal Growth and Development: Develop leadership skills, expand your network and gain valuable experience in event coordination and community engagement.
• Make a Difference: You will play a crucial role in raising awareness and support for animal welfare initiatives.

If you're passionate about animals and have a desire to make a difference, please submit interest and experience to Nicky Stevens by clicking the Apply button today.

Together, let's create a better future for animals in need.

The Neuroblastoma UK Board of Trustees is seeking a Treasurer.  This role is vital in ensuring best practice and excellent record keeping across our financial and fundraising activities.  It involves working closely with the rest of the board of between 8 and 12 Trustees to ensure the board has clarity on our financial position and availability of funds for our research grants.  It also involves working closely with our small team of smart and passionate employees who work to drive vital income to the charity.

Neuroblastoma UK has a clear strategy, and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. The Trustees are the ‘guardians of purpose’, making sure that all decisions put the needs of our beneficiaries first. The Trustees have independent control over, and legal responsibility for, the Charity’s management and administration

The role of the Treasurer

• To oversee and present budgets, accounts and financial statements to the Board
• To ensure the financial resources of the Charity meet its present and future needs
• To ensure appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place
• To advise on the financial implication of the Charity’s strategic plan
• To lead the Board on investment strategy and to monitor and ensure that it is consistent with the Charity’s policies and legal responsibilities
• To ensure that accounts are prepared in accordance with the relevant statutory bodies i.e the Charity Commission, Registrar of Companies
• To keep the Board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
• Liaise and manage our volunteer bookkeeper
• To help streamline our digital resources and Gift Aid reclaims

What we are looking for

• An individual with integrity, passion and strategic vision
• A commitment to the Charity – minimum requirement 3 years term of office
• Good, independent judgement and a willingness to speak their mind
• Accountancy and financial skills are a requirement, as well as experience using digital resources
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of a Trusteeship

The Charity holds 4 board meetings a year, with each lasting approx. 2.5 hrs, plus preparation time. Average of 4- 6 hours per month in addition for ongoing communications and decision making. As a Board member and therefore an ambassador of the Charity there will be fundraising and research events which we hope you show a willingness to attend, subject to your availability.

About YAUK

We are a not-for-profit organisation passionate about improving the lives of young people across the UK and believe that every young person should have the opportunity to succeed regardless of their background or circumstances.

Our work involves using up-and-coming research and advocacy to address issues affecting young people, such as climate change, unemployment and skills training, and inclusion and diversity. We are firmly committed to improving young people's lives and believe that our unique and successful approach to achieving our vision will change lives for the better.

Please note that this is a 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.

We are looking to recruit a talented and committed individual who has the ability to work alone or in a team and use their own initiative inline with a set scope. The ideal candidate will be someone who is ambitious and wants to progress into a management based role moving forward but who also enjoys marketing and communications.

Some key duties;

• Content creation 

• To create, deliver and manage marketing campaigns 

• To help develop and deliver marketing strategies 

• Maintain media and public relations 

• To support with community engagement and events as required

• To edit the website as required 

• To support with digital marketing and updating / posting on social media

• To help present the organization in a positive way and to help gain support 

You will need

• To be ambitious

• Committed

• Have a good understanding of marketing with some experience in a similar role 

Benefits

• This is a UK based 100% Fully remote and flexible role with a time commitment of 1-2 hours per week.

• 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 organisation 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 organisation, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience to help you begin your career in Research as we endeavour to grow our organisation and continue to make positive changes to the lives of young people. 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 are looking to appoint a committed Development Officer who is able to support our strategic development through planning, fundraising and through identifying strategic tasks which assist with development. 

Role of the Development Officer:

• To work with management across the organization to develop the organization and progress its goals 
• To carry out strategic activities such as fundraising planning, helping to apply for funding and helping to identify tasks for which will help to progress the strategic development interests of the organization

Role requirements:

• Ability to plan
• Experience in charity development 
• Strategic thinking skills 
• Good communication skills 
• Understanding of bid writing
• Excellent IT skills 
• Ability to work as part of a team

A Little About Us!

Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.

Why we need you!

Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!

What we offer!

Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.

Love Rwanda Initiative

A youth and women organisation focused on empowerment programs with an emphasis on Sexual reproductive health and rights (SRHR), Mental health and Livelihoods.

1. Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights: Limited access to information and SRHR services: Challenge: Young people and women in Rwanda still remain out of reach from adequate information prior to their first sexual act, which brews misconception of facts hence leading to risk behaviors. High levels of teenage pregnancy and unsafe abortion: Challenge: Teenage pregnancy rates remain high and many young women continue to resort to unsafe abortions since they cannot access safety services. Gender-Based Violence Challenge: Gender-based violence, in particular sexual assault and domestic violence, is rampant against the health and well-being of women and girls.

2. Mental Health: Stigma/Lack of Awareness Challenge: The stigmatization of mental health issues prevails with a corresponding lack of awareness and understanding about mental health in the community. Lack of Mental Health Services: Challenge: The avenues available for mental health services are very few, and the personnel is few in number; therefore, accessibility to the required aid becomes difficult.

3. Livelihoods: Unemployment and Underemployment: Challenge: Most youths and women face high levels of unemployment or low wage employment with no stability. Lack of Entrepreneurial Opportunities: Challenge: Women and youth lack resources and facilitation to start and sustain enterprises of their own. Economic Dependency: Challenge: Economic dependency on male family members constrains women's autonomy and puts them at a low decision-making power.

1. Comprehensive sexual education programs, partnering with local clinics to provide easy access, and raising awareness campaigns regarding SRHR in the community.
2. Contraception, family planning, and müş promoting safe and legal abortion services.
3. Support service provision to survivors of GBV, including counseling and legal aid, with community education on prevention of violence against women for gender equality.
4. Conduct sensitization and campaigns to raise awareness on mental health, reduction of stigma, and promotion of good mental health in the community.
5. Counseling centers, training of mental health professionals with peer support groups
6. Provide vocational-training programs for people with marketable skills that will enhance job employability.
7. Provide entrepreneurship training skills and financial literacy accompanied by access to micro-finance and grants for people willing to start small businesses.
8. Economic Empowerment by means of livelihood programs that allow women to generate their own income towards financial independence.

Dear Volunteers,

Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of youth and women in Rwanda? Join Love Rwanda Initiative and use your unique skills in fundraising, graphic design, project management, and more to contribute to transformative programs in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), Mental Health, and Livelihoods. As an online volunteer, you will have the opportunity to formulate campaigns and advise on different projects, design impactful campaign materials, and manage critical projects. Your expertise and dedication can empower a generation, transform communities, and inspire hope. Together, we can break the cycle of misinformation, stigma, and economic dependency, creating a brighter future for Rwanda's youth and women. 

Resource Mobilization Associate

Responsibilities:

1.Developing Fundraising Strategies:

-Create comprehensive fundraising plans that align with the organization's goals and objectives. -Identify potential funding sources, including grants, donations, partnerships, and sponsorships.

2.Grant Writing and Proposal Development:

-Write and submit grant proposals to secure funding from local, regional, and international donors. -Ensure that proposals are compelling, well-researched, and tailored to the requirements of each potential funder.

3.Campaign Planning and Execution:

-Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, including online crowdfunding, events, and appeals. -Monitor and evaluate the success of fundraising efforts and adjust strategies as needed.

4.Networking and Partnerships:

-Establish and maintain partnerships with corporate sponsors, community organizations, and other stakeholders. -Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and events to network and promote the organization.

5.Resource Management:

-Track and manage incoming funds and resources, ensuring they are allocated and used efficiently. -Work with the finance team to develop and manage budgets for fundraising activities.

Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 6+ months remotely.

Job title: Trustee / Non-Executive Director 

Salary: Voluntary - reasonable expenses are reimbursed 

Location: Remote – Quarterly Board meetings are a mix of in person and online.

A full list of duties and responsibilities are available in the Trustee recruitment pack. 

About us

The Emerging Futures CIC and Thrive Social Housing group inspire and empower people affected by addiction to make positive changes to their lives. We believe in equality, social justice, and strive to overcome the stigma associated with substance misuse so that everyone feels valued and respected.  

We provide people with safe homes where they can connect with others, find rewarding things to do and be motivated to pay it forward. 

The Emerging Futures behaviour change programmes provide a confidential space to share the lived experiences of addiction, which build confidence and resilience. 

Our accredited coach training develops passionate and skilled volunteers, helping people reconnect with their community and achieve a better future. 

About the role

We are recruiting new trustees and non-executive directors to our Board to play a vital role in making sure that the group achieves its core purpose.

Our trustees and non-executive directors oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that there is a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.

Just as importantly, they support and challenge the CEO and executive team in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs, to enable Thrive Social Housing and Emerging Futures CIC to grow and thrive, and through this, achieve our mission. 

For more information on Emerging Futures, the role of our trustees and non executive directors, and a person specification, please download the recruitment pack below. 

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for the role via our website.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a two-stage process.

The initial stage will involve meeting CEO and executive team, with a final interview with board members to be confirmed with shortlisted candidates.

Sunday 4th August - Deadline for applications

Thursday 8th August – Longlisted candidate invitations to interview issued 

Monday 12th August – Longlisted candidate interviews 

Friday 16th August – Interview feedback, shortlisted candidates given date for final interview 

• Do you love Cycling?
• Could you help someone else to enjoy cycling?

Purpose of the role.

Bike Buddies provide support and motivation to help people to participate in outdoor cycling. Volunteers support cyclists to achieve their fitness goals and enjoy cycling in our community.

Our Bike Buddies are great ambassadors for cycling, sharing their expertise of local routes and giving others the confidence to get around by bike.

We have people from many different backgrounds wanting support with their cycling for many reasons.  

For example:

· Coming back to cycling after time off

· Disability or ill health

· Finding quiet roads and cycle paths around the neighbourhood

· Building up confidence on busy roads

· Sharing experiences of things like cycling at night or what clothes to wear

· Checking bikes together before a ride

If you feel confident cycling on the road or in a park with someone else, and are wanting to give back to others, this is the role for you.

What would I be doing?

You’ll need to find out what they want to do and where they want to go. Some people want to explore quiet streets locally or plan a longer journey. You may ride to the park or show them local routes – quiet ways, new cycle lanes and off-road paths are popular.

They may want to try out junctions or crossing busy roads – think about how to ride those safely. You may support a person at one of our pre-arranged Parkride cycle meetings and help them to develop the skills and confidence to cycle safely and independently.

What do I need?

This role will require:

· A roadworthy bike and riding equipment.

· Experience of regular cycling

· Some experience of cycle maintenance is ideal

·       A cycling competence session with parkride staff

· Friendly, calm, and patient

· A good listener & happy to chat

· Accepting of people who may be different to you

· Willing to learn and act within guidelines set out by Midland Mencap

· Good time management skills, reliability

· An enhanced DBS check will be required by all successful applicants.

When and where do you need me?

Either at organised events or 1-2-1 within your local area.

Ideally you can meet once or twice a month for approx. 2 hours.

We have parkride sessions running throughout the week including evenings and weekends.

What’s in it for me?

As one of our valued volunteers, Midland Mencap will offer you:

• The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with disabilities and their family carers

• An induction and settling in period

• Any training and development that is needed

• The chance to develop your skills and gain experience

• The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team

• Support within your role

• Any out-of-pocket travel expenses

• Lots of appreciation for your amazing contribution

• Positive wellbeing from doing something great

• Improve career opportunities by adding your volunteer role to a CV

We Stand are recruiting a number of Board of Trustee Volunteers.

We Stand is the only national charity that specialises in helping non-abusing parents and carers to protect and support their sexually abused children.

Our Mission is to provide support in a non - judgmental environment for non abusing parents and carers of sexually abused children. 

Our Services help families at a time of extreme trauma caused by child sexual abuse – providing emotional and practical support to young victims, siblings and non-abusing parents/carers so that they can move on positively with their lives together. 

We are in exciting times as we develop new services across the UK and have recently launched a new program of work in Wales.

We Stand is run by a Board made up of Trustees. We are seeking committed and passionate individuals, we are  particularly interested in applications from those with the following experience but also we are interested in applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, to support our work. 

• Charity finance/funding experience - Individuals with day-to-day experience of setting and managing charity budgets. 

• HR experience 

• Legal experience, ideally experience within family law. 

Previous board experience not required

Expectations

• Actively participate in board meetings (which occur once every 6 weeks, on Tuesday evenings), and working groups where required 

• Oversee the strategic direction of the organisation, supporting its development through good governance

• Use personal skills, expertise and time to support the organisation’s development

• Undertake tasks required by the Board from time to time - such as recruitment 

WE'RE LOOKING FOR NEW TRUSTEES!

We have several trustee vacancies and are looking for passionate and enthusiastic people who want to be part of conversations about developing and leading our future.

Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people’s charity that has supported 27,000 young people since 2001.We’re based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We’re well-known for our award-winning Teens and Toddlers programme. 

In 2023, we launched our new five-year strategy, which entails growing our work so we can meet the needs of more children and young people. Now is an important time for our charity, and we hope that you will want to help us achieve our vision. 

As a Power2 trustee you’ll be an ambassador for the organisation and its work. You’ll share our vision of a world where all children and young people – no matter their background or challenges – can thrive and reach their full potential. 

We’re particularly seeking to appoint trustees with the following skills or background: 

• Chair (please see separate recruitment pack) 

• Finance 

• Child Safeguarding 

• People aged under 25.

A skills audit of our current Board showed that we would benefit from adding to the Board trustees with experience of education leadership, fundraising/income generation, programme impact and evaluation, and HR. 

We’re recruiting for potential so learning in the role is expected, and we will support you in this by providing induction and training. We also believe that diverse voices and perspectives are crucial to our decision-making being effective and equitable, and that our Board needs to represent the breadth of our work and the people and communities we work with.

We particularly encourage applications from:

• People from racialised communities 

• People who are based in the North West of England 

• Disabled people 

We’re always looking to recruit people who have lived experiences of the issues we seek to address (as a child, low family income, disengagement with school and learning, poor wellbeing/mental health, care experienced). 

We are seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to help enhance our visual communications. This volunteer position involved creating illustrations and graphic content that accurately conveys our brand and mission, and helps promote awareness of BPD and our work.

About Us

We are Borderline Support UK CIC, a non-profit organisation which is entirely volunteer-run and is led by our service users who are living with, or affected by, borderline personality disorder (BPD). We provide support and information to anyone in the UK affected by BPD. Every year we support more than 2000 people through our peer support groups and support services. We support people diagnosed with BPD, those who are living with symptoms, and their loved ones.

Key responsibilities

Illustration and Graphic Design

• Developing high-quality supportive visual content for use in social media, website and publications
• Develop visual content that aligns with our branding and mission
• Design infographics to convey information relating to BPD

Collaboration

• Work closely with the leadership team to understand project requirements and deliver visual content meeting that brief
• Accept feedback from team members to improve and refine visual content

Content Development

• Develop high-quality content for awareness campaigns and fundraising events
• Contribute to the creating of resources such as guides, brochures and presentations
• Design promotional material

Innovation and Creativity

• Bring fresh and innovate ideas to the table
• Stay updated with the latest design trends and incorporate them into your work
• Experiment with different styles and techniques to create unique and impactful content

Experience

We welcome applications from people with different and varied skills, for this role we are particularly looking for:

• Degree or equivalent experience in illustration, graphic design, visual arts or related field
• Proven experience in creating digital illustration and high-quality graphic design content
• Strong artistic, creativity and innovation skills
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency in use of illustration or graphic design software
• Able to convey complex information into visually engaging and easy to understand content
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Passionate about contributing to a worthy and meaningful cause

What will you gain as a volunteer?

• You’ll join a friendly, passionate team of volunteers and develop an understanding of how this team at The Charity operates.
• You will have the opportunity to network with other volunteers and play a key role in the mental health community.
• You’ll have the opportunity to utilise your existing skills, while developing and learning new ones to take forward into the future
• We will provide references after 3-months of active volunteering

Time Commitment

Time can be as little or as much as you can give, we are flexible to fit around your commitments. All volunteers are required to complete an induction (held virtually over Teams) and be happy to attend regular meetings online with your team.

Practical Considerations

You will receive support from the leadership team, and ongoing direction from a named key contact. We carry out reference checks for all individuals who will be volunteering with us on a regular basis. Volunteers will be required to complete induction and basic training before commencing the role. Volunteers must be over 18, and have the right to live and work in the UK.

How to apply

Please submit your application through Charity Job, we will then contact you to arrange an informal interview over Teams.

Borderline Support UK CIC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for this volunteer position without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age

This role will involve supporting people in emotional distress or needing somebody to talk to. This opportunity is ideal for those wanting to improve their listening skills. All training provided including mental health awareness and telephone listening. Gain personal satisfaction and a sense of achievement by experiencing the diversity of telephone support. Applications are encouraged from people who have had experience of mental distress or have an understanding of what mental distress may mean for others. 

This role will involve supporting people in emotional distress or needing somebody to talk to. This role requires you to commit to supporting the line four evenings a month (8pm-11pm) and attending our monthly group supervision. 

Mindline Trans +

Mindline call handlers will have the opportunity to volunteer for our Mindline Trans + helpline as a progression opportunity. You will need to attend Trans Awareness training. You will be offering emotional support to transgender people, their family and friends. Mindline Trans+ operates every Friday 8pm – 11pm. Minimum commitment for Mindline Trans+ 2 x 3hr shifts per month.

Person Specification 

Essential: 

PC / Laptop with good internet connection

Positive team-working skills 

Flexible approach

Demonstrable IT knowledge/experience using Microsoft Packages 

Willingness to learn (including independently) to extend their knowledge 

Desirable: 

Understanding of the need for good record keeping and GDPR 

Equal Opportunities:

Mind in Somerset is fully committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination, direct or indirect. All employees and volunteers are expected to promote and work fully in line with the company’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Mind in Somerset is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from disabled people. If disabled applicants meet the minimum criteria for the job, they can request and will be offered a guaranteed interview. Should applicants require reasonable adjustment support for the interview/Volunteer meeting, please contact Mind in Somerset.