Individual Support Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Manchester

The Pelvic Radiation Disease Association (PRDA) is looking for a Chair of Trustees to provide strategic leadership for the charity, working in partnership with our Operations Manager and supported by a committed team of Trustees.

Who we are

Pelvic Radiation Disease (PRD) is a long-term side-effect (‘late effect’) of pelvic radiotherapy treatment affecting an estimated 100,000 people in the UK.  People affected by PRD often have a complex set of symptoms affecting the bowel, bladder, sexual function or other functions for many years after radiotherapy, sometimes only appearing several years after radiotherapy treatment

PRDA is a small UK charity whose objectives are to see that the effects of PRD are minimised, that people affected by PRD are given the best possible care and treatment, and that PRD is accepted as a serious problem and given the attention it deserves.

Duties of the Chair

In addition to the duties of a Trustee, the Chair will:

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

What PRDA is looking for

Each trustee must have:

• a commitment to the vision and aims of the Pelvic Radiation Disease Association
• willingness to meet the minimum time requirement 
• integrity 
• strategic vision 
• good, independent judgement 
• an ability to think creatively 
• a willingness to speak their mind 
• an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship 
• an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of PRDA.

Ideally, trustees should also have one or more of the following: 

• Understanding of the impact of Pelvic Radiation Disease on people’s lives either through personal or professional connections, or be willing to learn about this; 
• Prior experience of committee/trustee work; 
• Knowledge of the type of work undertaken by PRDA (helpline, support groups, online support, health professional engagement, awareness-raising) and/or fundraising for a small charity, and
• Leadership skills.

Please see the full job description for more detail. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact David Jillings, PRDA Treasurer & Vice-chair.

We are currently recruiting an volunteer to join our HR team.

This is a remote volunteer role open to candidates in RI countries of operation.

At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.

This role is classified as requiring standard pre-employment checks.

About Relief International

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 16 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented individual to assist with the administrative process of submitting supporting documents for former employees of our organization (RI) applying for asylum through the US government’s US Refugee Admissions Program. This role involves gathering, organizing, and submitting essential documentation to confirm eligibility for the program, liaising with various internal teams, and providing empathetic support to applicants throughout the process. The work can be emotionally taxing, as applicants often face life-threatening situations, and requires a deep commitment to the cause and the ability to maintain emotional resilience while handling sensitive communications.

This role receives and tracks applications from current and past RI staff in Afghanistan and Iraq, and supports applicants with completing the necessary forms and collecting supporting documents from Relief International colleagues. This could include employment records, grant documents and identity documents.

Once application packs are complete, this role ensure the application is submitted and responds to questions and requests for additional documentation from the US Department of State. The post holder will also respond to queries from applicants themselves.

The role is not required to advise on eligibility and cannot influence the process beyond ensuring all documents are obtained and submitted in good time.

Tasks will include:

• Application Tracking and Updates
• Document Collection and Verification
• Application Submission and Follow-up
• OCTA Platform Management
• Data Management and Reporting

About You

No specific qualifications or previous experience is required for this role – full training will be provided and support and advice available at all times.

However, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Exceptional attention to detail, and commitment to thoroughness and accuracy
• Fluency in English and the ability to write clearly
• Compassion, patience and excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly and kindly with people at all levels and across cultures
• A self-starter with the ability to priorities and manage themselves
• Comfortable with repetitive, detail-orientated administrative work
• Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• High levels of personal resilience
• IT literacy and ability to work with databased and online submission portals
• Passion for the work
• An understanding of humanitarian and development work, or Government institutions would be welcome!

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to opportunities, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!

How To Apply

To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

• You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter. 
• The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Closing Date

Please apply immediately we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date.

As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.

Who we are

Create The Future is a UK-based and youth-led creative climate non-for-profit project that seeks to create a vision of a better future to empower action and inspire optimism through storytelling, education and imagination activities. Our work is based on the research of leading environmental communications agencies such as Climate Outreach and the Common Cause Foundation.

We run free activities and workshops for children, young people and adults, ranging from creative writing workshops, poetry prompts and school activities. Our flagship 'postcards from the future' activity, an imaginative art and writing exercise for children aged 5-12, helps to combat eco anxiety by helping young people to imagine the future they want to see and send a postcard back to parents, teachers and community members.

We have also published a 100+ page anthology featuring short stories, poetry, artwork and interviews, with wide-ranging contributors including Octopus Energy, Rewilding Britain, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Lammas Ecovillage and more.

Find out more about the project online: www.createthefuture.earth

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative individual with social media, design and content creation skills to join our Comms & Engagement team.

Our Engagement Team is essential to ensuring our work and message reaches the right people at the right time. You will work closely with volunteers from the Creative Content team and the Projects team, attending close-knit meetings with your team-mates as well as getting to know colleagues from other teams. You will be responsible for creating weekly social media graphics, illustrations for our blog, and/or posters to help advertise our free creative climate events, workshops and opportunities.

As part of a team of volunteers, you will also (optionally) have the opportunity to feed into our new Engagement and Social Media Strategy, giving you experience of strategy development and working within a voluntary organisation governance structure.

More information about the role can be provided by contacting us or over an informal video call after completing the short application form.

Core responsibilities

1. Visual content creation (essential): Create visually captivating graphics, images, and videos that align with our mission and style guide to complement written content and enhance our online presence, leveraging social media and digital platforms, newsletters, blog posts and web updates to reach and inspire diverse audiences.
2. Video and visual content creation (desirable): Create short video and Instagram reel content to boost engagement and participation in events, activities and campaigns, and communicate the climate crisis in a creative way.
3. Storytelling (essential): Craft narratives that capture the essence of our work, highlighting the impact of our activities and initiatives on empowering individuals to envision and create a sustainable future.
4. Collaboration (essential): Collaborate with team members to brainstorm ideas, develop content strategies, and coordinate content calendars, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.

The ideal volunteer candidate

• You are based anywhere in the world and happy to work as part of a fully remote team, communicating via messages and emails

• You will be willing to volunteer between approx. 3 hours per week contributing to our ongoing projects

• You will be willing to attend 1-hour team meetings (weekday evenings or weekend afternoons, UK time) at least once or twice a month

• You will have some experience of working as part of a team and/or working remotely

• You will have some experience with creating social media graphics and/or illustrations, using graphic design software (for example, Canva Pro), and adhering to a style guide to ensure consistency across our platform

• You will have some experience with creating short video content and reels using video editing software and/or Instagram reels, or you are willing to learn and give this a go

We are very happy to provide as much or as little guidance as you feel you need to carry out your chosen volunteer role, and will support you to develop your existing skills. We can also provide references for paid work applications.

You will recieve:

• Induction training on how to communicate about the climate crisis in a positive, values-focused way
• Further training/guidance as and when needed for your role, tailored to suit your work and skills gaps
• Access to our team Discord and chats, allowing you to get to know your team mates and build a community with like-minded individuals
• New skills and experiences in your area, as well as opportunities to get involved with the work of other teams, including in areas you are interested in exploring - we will support you to try new things wherever possible
• Access to creative writing workshops, education activities and team-building exercises

The role is fully remote and the volunteer post is suitable for all adults 18+. All you need is a computer/laptop, an internet connection, and availability to attend team meetings and respond to messages - no fixed hours, no commuting, no expenses, no specialist software.

To join our friendly team, you will need to provide the following:

• Your name, location (time zone), and pronouns (e.g she/her, he/him, they/them)
• Your CV
• A short paragraph outlining why you are interested in volunteering for Create The Future, and why you would be a good fit for the team

Application Instructions

If you have examples of your graphic design or illustration or video creation work, please provide a link to your portfolio or another method of sharing your work with us.

Welcome to Unlock YOUR Potential, a brand new dynamic charity starting up thats dedicated to transforming lives and empowering individuals aged between 18 and 60 years old from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. We are passionately committed to creating new pathways for positive change through our comprehensive programmes and holistic support.

Our Vision: We envision a world where every individual has the opportunity to unlock their full potential and make meaningful contributions to society.

Our Mission: Our mission is to empower, inspire, and support those facing barriers and challenges. We deliver tailored programmes that foster skills, confidence, and networks, paving the way for success.

Our Values:

• Passion: Our work is fuelled by a deep care for the communities we serve.

• Results: We are driven by the tangible outcomes and achievements of our beneficiaries.

• Innovation: We constantly seek innovative methods to enhance our programmes.

• Collaboration: We believe in the power of partnership and inclusivity.

• Integrity: Our operations are marked by professionalism, ethics, and transparency.

At Unlock YOUR Potential, we will be offering a suite of transformative programmes and services designed to empower individuals from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Our holistic approach will address key areas such as employment, education, life skills, mentoring, and personal development.

Its an exciting time to launch our new charity with the new governments focus on getting people back to work or in training and development, there will be plenty of opportunities for us to make a huge impact but we need to set the foundations and get ourselves ready to launch. 

Trustee Team:

We are looking for Trustees (various roles), who can join our new charity start-up and help us build a solid foundation and help to build a strategy and plan to get Unlock YOUR Potential set-up and running, providing our key services to those who need it.

We are looking for the following Trustee roles:

Chairperson

As Chairperson you will guide the board of trustees and ensure the organisation stays true to its mission.

Here are the primary responsibilities:

1. Leadership: You will lead the board, setting the agenda with the CEO and ensuring that meetings are efficient and productive.

2. Governance: You will ensure that the charity adheres to legal and ethical standards and follow its governing documents.

3. Strategic Oversight: You will work with the Chief Executive and other senior leaders to develop and review the charity's strategic direction.

4. Support and Supervision: You will support the Chief Executive, providing guidance, support and ensuring that the team have all the resources needed to carry out their duties.

5. Representation: You will help recruit and develop board members, ensuring a diverse and effective team, all working towards the same goal and aspirations for Unlock YOUR Potential.

Overall, as Chairperson you will ensure that the charity is well-governed and operates effectively in achieving its goals.

Vice Chairperson

As Vice Chairperson you will support the Chairperson in leading and managing the board of trustees.

Here are the key responsibilities:

1. Support to the Chair: You will assist the Chairperson in their duties, often stepping in when the Chairperson is unavailable.

2. Leadership: You will take on special projects or lead sub-committees, ensuring effective governance and strategic oversight.

3. Representation: You will represent the charity at events and meetings, acting as an ambassador.

4. Board Collaboration: You will work closely with the CEO and other board members to ensure cohesive and effective decision-making.

As the Vice Chairperson ensure continuity and support in the charity’s leadership, helping to guide and maintain its mission and objectives.

Treasurer

As Treasurer you will be managing the financial affairs of the organisation.

Here are the key responsibilities:

1. Financial Oversight: You will manage and monitor the charity's financial position, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

2. Budgeting: You will assist in the preparation and approval of the charity's budget, ensuring alignment with its objectives.

3. Bookkeeping: You will lead, steer and oversee record-keeping and ensures that all financial transactions are accurately documented.

4. Compliance: You will ensure the charity complies with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.

5. Financial Strategy: You will create, develop and contribute to the development of financial policies and strategies, advising the board on financial matters.

6. Fund Management: You will oversee the management of funds, investments, and reserves, ensuring the charity's financial stability.

The role of the Treasurer is essential for maintaining the financial integrity and sustainability of the charity, enabling it to effectively pursue its mission.

Secretary

As Secretary you will focus on ensuring the smooth running of the board's activities and maintaining effective communication.

Here are the key responsibilities:

1. Meeting Coordination: You will arrange and schedule board meetings, prepares agendas, and distributes necessary documents, book meeting rooms and sort logisitcs for meetings.

2. Minutes and Records: You will take detailed minutes during meetings, record decisions, and track action items to ensure follow-up, ensuring everyone understands what needs to be done, when and by whom.

3. Compliance: You will ensure the charity complies with statutory requirements, such as filing annual returns and maintaining up-to-date records with regulatory bodies and lead on these tasks and duties.

4. Communication: You will act as a liaison between the board and other stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.

5. Documentation: You will create, manage and store important documents, including governing documents, policies, and procedures.

6. Support to the Board: You will provide administrative support to the board members, facilitating their roles and responsibilities.

The role of the Secretary is essential for maintaining effective governance and ensuring the charity operates within its legal framework.

Trustees

As Trustee you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity is well-managed and adheres to its mission, making key sound decisions in the charity's interests.

Here are the main responsibilities:

1. Governance: To provide oversight and direction for the charity, ensuring it operates legally and ethically.

2. Strategic Planning: To contribute to the development and implementation of the charity's strategic plans, aligning activities with the organisation's goals.

3. Financial Stewardship: To oversee the charity's finances, ensuring funds are managed effectively and responsibly.

4. Compliance: To ensure the charity complies with all legal requirements and regulatory standards.

5. Policy Development: To create, lead or help to develop and approve policies that guide the charity's operations.

6. Support and Advocacy: To support the charity's executive team and act as ambassadors, promoting the charity's work to stakeholders and the public.

Trustees are volunteers who bring diverse skills and perspectives to the charity, helping it to achieve its mission and make a positive impact.

Join us in making a difference and unlocking the potential of disadvantaged people in our community!

Unlock YOUR Potential

• BREAKING BARRIERS
• UNLOCKING POTENTIAL

Volunteering for Sense

Our amazing team of volunteers help us run over 100 shops across England and Wales.  Every donated item that you sort, prepare and sell helps to raise vital funds to support us in our mission to make sure no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our shops are at the heart of local communities – sharing the work of Sense, and helping to secure support for our life changing work.

What your role will involve

There are a variety of tasks that you can get involved with in the shop, including:

• Welcoming and assisting customers, providing great customer service and a fantastic shopping experience
• Receiving donated goods from members of the public
• Sorting, steaming, tagging and preparing donated goods for sale
• Creating eye catching window and in-shop displays
• Keeping the shop floor well stocked, tidy, clean and organised
• Processing sales and serving on the till
• Promoting Gift Aid and other Sense fundraising initiatives
• Acting as an ambassador for Sense; promoting the shop and Sense in your local community
• Supporting with the recruitment and training of new volunteers
• Following new health, safety and social distancing measures to ensure the safety of everyone

Will the role suit me? Yes, if you are:

• Motivated and hardworking
• Reliable, flexible and willing to do a variety of shop tasks
• A team player
• Friendly and helpful
• Passionate about customer service and enjoy interacting with people
• Respectful of others and their diversity
• Interested in supporting the work of Sense and want to make a difference to people who have complex disabilities and are deafblind.

What can Sense offer me as a volunteer?

• A full induction and ongoing support and guidance from your Shop Manager to make sure you feel confident in your role
• Support to develop new skills, knowledge and experience, in particular of a retail environment, but also skills such as teamwork, customer service, communication and using your initiative
• A reference for other paid or voluntary work (available on request)
• The opportunity to share your existing skills and experience to benefit others
• The chance to meet new people from a wide range of backgrounds and to join a passionate and committed team
• The opportunity to make an invaluable contribution to Sense by raising vital income and raising the profile of Sense in your local community; changing the lives of those who have complex disabilities and are deafblind

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.

Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together, and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.

We include. We collaborate. We find a way. We challenge. We celebrate.

Volunteering for Sense

Our amazing team of volunteers help us run over 100 shops across England and Wales.  Every donated item that you sort, prepare and sell helps to raise vital funds to support us in our mission to make sure no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our shops are at the heart of local communities – sharing the work of Sense, and helping to secure support for our life changing work.

What your role will involve

There are a variety of tasks that you can get involved with in the shop, including:

• Welcoming and assisting customers, providing great customer service and a fantastic shopping experience
• Receiving donated goods from members of the public
• Sorting, steaming, tagging and preparing donated goods for sale
• Creating eye catching window and in-shop displays
• Keeping the shop floor well stocked, tidy, clean and organised
• Processing sales and serving on the till
• Promoting Gift Aid and other Sense fundraising initiatives
• Acting as an ambassador for Sense; promoting the shop and Sense in your local community
• Supporting with the recruitment and training of new volunteers
• Following new health, safety and social distancing measures to ensure the safety of everyone

Will the role suit me? Yes, if you are:

• Motivated and hardworking
• Reliable, flexible and willing to do a variety of shop tasks
• A team player
• Friendly and helpful
• Passionate about customer service and enjoy interacting with people
• Respectful of others and their diversity
• Interested in supporting the work of Sense and want to make a difference to people who have complex disabilities and are deafblind.

What can Sense offer me as a volunteer?

• A full induction and ongoing support and guidance from your Shop Manager to make sure you feel confident in your role
• Support to develop new skills, knowledge and experience, in particular of a retail environment, but also skills such as teamwork, customer service, communication and using your initiative
• A reference for other paid or voluntary work (available on request)
• The opportunity to share your existing skills and experience to benefit others
• The chance to meet new people from a wide range of backgrounds and to join a passionate and committed team
• The opportunity to make an invaluable contribution to Sense by raising vital income and raising the profile of Sense in your local community; changing the lives of those who have complex disabilities and are deafblind

About Sense

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.

Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together, and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.

We include. We collaborate. We find a way. We challenge. We celebrate.

Are you fluent in British Sign Language and would like to provide the opportunity for others to learn? This is a great chance to empower others to communicate and bridge the gap between hearing and deaf individuals!

What you will be doing

• Facilitate Online British Sign sessions for beginners or those looking to improve their skills
• Prepare session plans and involve participants in the planning of each session.
• Encourage practice and interaction among participants to develop their skills.

The skills you need

• Good communication skills
• Calm and patient approach
• Ability to provide supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
• Hold a BSL qualification/Fluent in British Sign Language

What's in it for you

• Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
• Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
• Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun

The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture.

The individual appointed to this role will be expected to work within the policy and procedures and attend all required training.  

Name of church/body: St Mary’s Church

Role title: Lunch set up and clear up /serving

Main purpose of the role: To provide local families a lunch.

What you will be doing:

• To set up crockery and cutlery etc for community lunch and clear away, load dishwasher.
• To serve a lunch and pudding to families (table service).

When and where you will be doing it:               

• St Mary’s Crypt
• From 1- 4 times a month, probably Tuesday /Monday (approx 3 hours)
• + 1 team meeting per term

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Requirements: Enhanced child and adult check

Who you will be responsible to: Week to week Rev Catherine Shelley, Lucy Tull and the organising team; and overall to the PCC (trustees)

Training requirements: 

• Induction
• Safeguarding online or in person
• Food hygiene

Support you will be given:

• Induction, training, regular check in and termly meeting
• Volunteering alongside another volunteer to set up/serve and clear away
• Reasonable adjustments as needed (but mobility is required for this role)

Benefits:

• Enable community members to share a nutritious warm lunch together
• Be part of a team
• Personal development opportunities

General information

Person Specification for Lunch/kitchen clearer/server

This document describes the skills, experience and attributes that a person needs to carry out the above role.  

Knowledge:      

• Safeguarding (desirable)
• Kitchen Safety (desirable)

Skills:

• Interpersonal skills (essential)
• Communication (verbal) (essential)
• Customer service (essential)
• Cleaning & tidying, setting up and clearing (essential)
• Attention to detail (essential)

Experience:   

• Waiting and serving (portion control) (desirable)
• Risk assessment (desirable)
• Customer service and hospitality (desirable)

Personal attributes:

• Friendly (essential)
• Inclusive, non-judgemental (essential)
• Welcoming (essential)
• Reliable (essential)
• Flexible (essential)      
• Faith/acceptance of Christianity (desirable)

Qualifications/ training:         

• Equality, Diversity, Inclusion (desirable)
• First aid (desirable)

Availability:

• 1 a month, probably Tuesday /Wednesday (approx 3 hours) + 1 team meeting per term (essential)               
• 4x per month (desirable)

Other 

• Ability to communicate remotely eg phone &/ email     

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.

Chair - Finance and Audit Committee

Community Action Suffolk, CAS is the county’s leading infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector.  CAS is currently seeking a Chair for the Finance and Audit Committee.

The role

To provide effective leadership, the Finance & Audit Committee Chair must have a clear understanding of the committee’s duties and responsibilities; be able to commit the necessary time and be available on urgent financial matters.

 The Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee will be supported by a small committee of trustees and Head of Finance.  Meetings are quarterly and held at our office in Ipswich or alternatively online.

Role responsibilities:

• excellent working knowledge of finance and audit practices and internal control functions and risk management  frameworks
• develop understanding of the organisation and its financial structure
• sound judgement and professional scepticism

The person

 This is a role for an experienced qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar), who shares our vision and has a proven ability in strong leadership, organisational and financial matters. They will be someone who is motivated, pragmatic and demonstrates sound commercial and business acumen and have the requisite business, financial, communication skills to be the Chair the Finance and Audit Committee. Any knowledge of the insurance industry would be beneficial but not essential.

You will enjoy the opportunity to support an important charity in Suffolk dedicated to improving opportunities for all, ensuring a strong and thriving VCFSE sector and that our county is one where every voice counts to make Suffolk the best place to live and work.

You’ll work collegiately with our trustees and in partnership with our Chief Executive, ensuring strong accountability to the board as a whole. There’ll be scope for professional development as well as personal reward in running the charity. In summary, its an opportunity to make a real difference.

Remuneration

Like most not-for-profit board roles this position is unremunerated, however expenses can be claimed where appropriate.

If you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Belinda Couldridge to arrange a conversation with the Chair of Trustees or the Chief Executive.

 To apply, please provide the following via email:

• A comprehensive CV including details of two referees.
• A supporting statement, explaining how you believe your skills and experience match the requirements of the role description and person specification.

FareShare Greater Manchester is looking for volunteer Driver's Assistants to join our busy friendly delivery team with redistributing tonnes of surplus food a month to charities and community initiatives across Greater Manchester.

FareShare is a national charity fighting food poverty and global warming by tackling food surplus. We source overstocked food from retailers and manufacturers and engage many volunteers to help re-distribute it to over 220 frontline charities and community groups across Greater Manchester. These groups, in turn, provide meals to vulnerable people experiencing food poverty, individuals who are homeless, families, and people who are unemployed or socially isolated. This food would otherwise have gone to waste, so we are simultaneously supporting people in need and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Key responsibilities

Working closely with the driver of a temperature-controlled 3.5 tonne Mercedes Sprinter van to deliver surplus food orders to the premises of the benevolent projects we support. 

Loading and unloading the vehicle and carrying out a range of tasks, from basic vehicle checks to delivery administration.

The required skills and attributes are:

• Reliability and ability to commit to pre-agreed volunteer shifts (ESSENTIAL)

• Physical fitness, to take on moving and handling of food orders

• Ability to follow procedures and instructions

• Good verbal communication skills

• Interest in the work of FareShare Greater Manchester and our values

• High respect for Health & Safety procedures and standards

In return you will gain:

Career and CV advice and support

A reference for future employers

Reimbursement of travel and lunch expenses 

The opportunity to give practical help to fight food poverty and reduce food waste (and associated CO2 emissions)

The opportunity to meet like-minded people and make new friends

Our operating hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. 

Driver and Driver’s Assistant shifts begin at 8:30am. 

We welcome volunteers who can commit to one day a week. 

The days and rota hours of volunteering are agreed around your availability.

​IMPORTANT NOTE:
You must be resident in the UK and living in Greater Manchester, or within easy commuting distance of our base, in order to volunteer with us. There are no exceptions to this rule. This is because we require volunteers to be able to reliably commit to regular shifts for some of our roles. We are unable to offer sponsorship for overseas applicants.

Know someone else who might be interested in volunteering with us?
Please pass our details on to them as we always welcome new people on our teams. :)

We Are REMIX!

A brand new start-up youth charity. At REMIX, we are passionate about making a transformative, positive impact on the lives of young people in London and beyond. Our mission is to empower, inspire, and uplift the next generation by providing them with the tools and skills to become responsible, resilient, motivated, entrepreneurial, critical thinkers, and self-reliant individuals.

What We Do:

1. EMPOWER: We empower young people through dedicated hard work and action-based programmes that unlock their potential.
2. INSPIRE: We inspire growth and self-improvement by nurturing essential life skills, personal development, and character-building.
3. TRANSFORM: We transform lives by helping young people make better decisions, overcome challenges, and face their situations with confidence and self-esteem.

Our Approach:

• Positive Role Models: We provide mentoring with positive, guiding, and inspirational role models who genuinely care about young people's journeys and their destinations.
• Team Building: We encourage teamwork and team-building activities to foster a sense of community and collaboration.
• Holistic Development: We focus on developing confidence, self-esteem, and belief in oneself through nurturing and supportive programmes.
• Action-Based: We believe in taking immediate action to create lasting change and transformation.

WE NEED YOU!

We are on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated volunteer who can commit to a few hours to help us design a number of needed digital and print graphic designs such as social media graphics, promotional materials, event graphics, fundraising campaign graphics, info graphics, merchandise design, signage and much more to support our new start-up on its journey to success.

Join us at REMIX as we positively challenge, nurture, and guide young people on their journey to self-improvement, success, and impact. Together, we can inspire and transform lives.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

REMIX

Job description

Quilombo UK is seeking a dedicated HR Business Partner to join our team on a voluntary basis. As we enhance our Professional Development Programme, this role will focus on internal HR functions and partnerships.

Quilombo UK works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies
• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect
• promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.

This voluntary position requires a commitment of at least 12 hours per week over a 16-week period, with flexibility across Monday to Friday. While the role is unpaid, it offers valuable experience in the non-profit sector and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their office based and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.

Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with department leaders to understand their needs and align HR strategies with organisational objectives.
• Employee Relations: Address complex employee relations issues, conduct thorough investigations, and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Performance Management: Provide guidance on performance management, including coaching, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Policy Development: Develop and interpret HR policies, ensuring they are up-to-date and effectively communicated.
• Workforce Planning: Assist in workforce and succession planning to meet current and future organisational needs.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs, support the delivery of training programs, and monitor their effectiveness.

Essential

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to think strategically and manage change effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Remote working opportunities.
• Professional growth and development within the HR field.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview and discuss the onboarding process.

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

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!

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• Our mission is two-fold: To educate impoverished children, activating their highest potential, and nurturing healthy, loving communities. Additionally, we educate global citizens through real-life experiences, both online and in person, fostering an understanding of impoverished communities, practical skills, and the value of diverse cultures.

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�� How to Apply

to apply and submit your CV. 

Application Requirements

Please provide the following:

- Country of residence or driver's license

- Police clearance for countries requiring it (such as Kenya)

- Date of graduation, name of institution, department, and diploma category (undergraduate, two-year degree, master's)

- A photo of your diploma or further details if your diploma is not available

Our dedicated team will reach out to you within 24 hours.