Mental Health Volunteer Roles in Home Based
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Are you a skilled therapist looking to make a profound impact? We invite you to volunteer your time and expertise to support hospice patients as part of our Complementary Therapy team. Your contribution will bring immense comfort and care to those in their final stages of life.
Why Volunteer with Us?
- Your skills can transform the lives of patients and their families.
- Be part of a passionate group of over 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers committed to exceptional end-of-life care.
- Continue your development with training and learning opportunities.
- We foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.
Your Role
As a volunteer therapist, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing holistic care to patients and their families.
- Understanding patients' diagnoses and treatments to tailor therapies effectively.
- Adapting therapies as needed to meet individual needs.
- Adhering to ethical codes and our policies for complementary therapists.
- Engaging in ongoing professional development.
- Attending relevant training sessions.
Complementary therapies offered in Marie Curie may include any/ or all of the following:
Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Hypnotherapy
Massage (Holistic/Indian Head /Remedial)
Reflexology
Reiki
Yoga and Relaxation Techniques
HEARTS Process
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Creative Support is a national social care and supported housing provider with charitable status. We offer high quality, personalised care and support services for younger adults and older people with a wide range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs and physical disabilities. We also deliver innovative preventative services for people at risk of homelessness and social exclusion. We support people to overcome challenges and live their best lives.
Creative Support is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of social care in the UK. We are proud to have been providing great services since 1991. We currently support over 6,000 people a year in 70 local authorities across England and employ around 5,000 dedicated staff. Creative Support has an annual turnover of over £160 million. We are registered as a provider of social housing, with a supported housing portfolio of over 1,000 homes. We own significant housing assets, all of which are dedicated to providing great homes for the people we support.
We have recently completed an extensive external governance review which concluded that ‘Creative Support is a high performing and effective organisation which is well led by the Board and the Executive.’ We are embarking on a new 3 year strategic plan to build on our success and further develop our activities.
We are now seeking to recruit new trustees to the Board. We are seeking well motivated people who have an enthusiasm for our work and can offer a commitment to our charitable purpose, person-centred values and to co-production with the people we support. We require trustees who can demonstrate vision, knowledge, skills and relevant experience. Prior experience in a trustee or governance role is not essential as we will provide personalised training as required.
We are particularly keen to attract applicants who have senior operational management experience in social care. We are also pleased to receive applications from people from other professional backgrounds or with personal or family experience of using support services and we welcome applications from people with transferable skills and experience gained in the charitable, public or private sectors.
You will contribute to the effective governance and oversight of our organisation and to developing our strategic direction. This will involve attending at least 6 evening Board meetings per annum (held bi-monthly), the Annual General Meeting and occasional planning days.
You will be expected to contribute to a committee relevant to your area of interest and expertise (currently these are Finance & Audit, Housing, People & Performance and Quality & Practice Development). Committee Meetings are also held bi-monthly. Board meetings are held in our Head Office in Stockport, situated close to the mainline train station, whilst committee meetings currently take place on-line.
You will be encouraged to attend events, visit services and to meet with our staff, our tenants and the people we support.
In return for your valuable time and expertise we can offer you the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding role and to contribute to the future success of a thriving national charitable social care organisation with a strong person-centred purpose and ethos.
Creative Support is an Investor in People ‘Gold’ employer and Stonewall Diversity Champion. We are a welcoming and inclusive organisation, committed to increasing the representation on the Board of people from BAME and LGBTQ+ groups and those with a disability. We have zero tolerance for racism and discrimination.
The role of trustee is a voluntary position for which we pay reasonable expenses. We also support trustees with induction and on-going training.
We can send you a copy of our most recent Annual Report & Accounts - available via the FCA Mutuals Website, type in Creative Support and search under ‘documents’. You will find all previous annual reports and accounts listed and these can be viewed or downloaded at no cost.
Please note that Creative Support is a Community Benefit Society with charitable status registered with the FCA, not a company or registered charity so you will not be able to access information about Creative Support via Companies House or the Charity Commission.
Applications will be considered when they are received.
Our Mission
Creative Support promotes independence, inclusion, and wellbeing. We do this by working with the people we support, their families and others to meet individual needs and aspirations in a person-centred way. We provide high quality homes and support, enabling people to say:
· I live my best life in a place I call home
· I feel listened to, respected and valued
· I enjoy choices and rights and have control over my life
· I am supported to feel safe
· I am doing the things that matter to me
· I enjoy relationships with others
· I am connected to my community
· I am supported with my wellbeing
· I feel able to reach my full potential
We Care Values
Our We Care values underpin everything we do at Creative Support. We are:
Welcoming
Empowering
Compassionate
Aspirational
Respectful
Effective
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Role Description
The Support Volunteer is part of the volunteering team of Say Aphasia. Alongside the Peer
Leader and Helping Hands Volunteer, the Support Volunteer supports individual Say Aphasia
meet-ups. The role specifically focuses on supporting the peer leader in roles that are easier
for someone without language impairment.
Roles
● Provide a safe, inclusive and accessible environment.
● Adhere to Say Aphasia’s policies and procedures.
● Responsible for group admin, alongside the Peer Leader:
○ Ensure group checklist is completed and implemented, during support group
meet-up.
○ Ensure the attendance forms are completed at every meet-up.
○ Ensure the member forms are completed for new members.
○ Ensure the visitor forms are completed for any visitors.
○ Give ‘Welcome Packs’ to new members.
○ Ensure members are contacted if group plans change, and inform the Charity
Coordinator.
● Responsible for gathering members' information using Say Aphasia’s digital
Forms alongside the Peer Leader.
○ Ensure contact details and emergency contact details are gathered and up to
date.
○ Ensure contact preferences are gathered and up to date.
○ Ensure pertinent medical concerns are known, up to date and readily
available.
● Provide communication support for members during the support group:
○ Support members to have a successful conversation.
○ Ensure everyone has access to communication aids.
○ Ensure members have the tools and support to express their opinions and
ideas.
○ Gather any members suggestions, comments and requirements mentioned
during the support group.
○ Be aware of, and capitalise on each members' communication preferences
(their preferred way to have a conversation). Add notes to the tablet computer
if needed.
○ Offer a listening ear to members and sign post them to relevant support.
● Contribute to group sustainability:
○ Contribute to identification and recording of fundraising opportunities, and
liaise with Local Group Facilitator.
○ Support the Local Group Facilitator to organise local fundraising.
● Contribute to improving the service:
○ Support Local Group Facilitator with gathering feedback from members when
required.
○ Note down any issues, ideas for improvement and relay this to the Charity
Coordinator.
● Support other volunteers:
○ Attend regular catch-ups with the Peer Leader and fellow volunteers.
○ Encourage a positive group ethos.
● Be an active advocate for the group.
● Responsible for safeguarding during each group meet-up: overseen by the
Local Group Facilitator
○ Responsible for the safekeeping of the tablet computer (iPad) and members'
information.
○ Be aware of members' pertinent medical concerns.
○ Be aware of health and safety policy.
● Ensure regular communication with the Charity Coordinator.
○ Inform the Local Group Facilitator of any:
■ changes to future group meet-ups
■ changes to members details
■ fundraising opportunities.
● Attend a quarterly support meeting for all Support Volunteers.
● Contact the Charity Coordinator if any issues arise that cannot be resolved
with the peer leader.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Description
The Support Volunteer is part of the volunteering team of Say Aphasia. Alongside the Peer
Leader and Helping Hands Volunteer, the Support Volunteer supports individual Say Aphasia
meet-ups. The role specifically focuses on supporting the peer leader in roles that are easier
for someone without language impairment.
Roles
● Provide a safe, inclusive and accessible environment.
● Adhere to Say Aphasia’s policies and procedures.
● Responsible for group admin, alongside the Peer Leader:
○ Ensure group checklist is completed and implemented, during support group
meet-up.
○ Ensure the attendance forms are completed at every meet-up.
○ Ensure the member forms are completed for new members.
○ Ensure the visitor forms are completed for any visitors.
○ Give ‘Welcome Packs’ to new members.
○ Ensure members are contacted if group plans change, and inform the Charity
Coordinator.
● Responsible for gathering members' information using Say Aphasia’s digital
Forms alongside the Peer Leader.
○ Ensure contact details and emergency contact details are gathered and up to
date.
○ Ensure contact preferences are gathered and up to date.
○ Ensure pertinent medical concerns are known, up to date and readily
available.
● Provide communication support for members during the support group:
○ Support members to have a successful conversation.
○ Ensure everyone has access to communication aids.
○ Ensure members have the tools and support to express their opinions and
ideas.
○ Gather any members suggestions, comments and requirements mentioned
during the support group.
○ Be aware of, and capitalise on each members' communication preferences
(their preferred way to have a conversation). Add notes to the tablet computer
if needed.
○ Offer a listening ear to members and sign post them to relevant support.
● Contribute to group sustainability:
○ Contribute to identification and recording of fundraising opportunities, and
liaise with Local Group Facilitator.
○ Support the Local Group Facilitator to organise local fundraising.
● Contribute to improving the service:
○ Support Local Group Facilitator with gathering feedback from members when
required.
○ Note down any issues, ideas for improvement and relay this to the Charity
Coordinator.
● Support other volunteers:
○ Attend regular catch-ups with the Peer Leader and fellow volunteers.
○ Encourage a positive group ethos.
● Be an active advocate for the group.
● Responsible for safeguarding during each group meet-up: overseen by the
Local Group Facilitator
○ Responsible for the safekeeping of the tablet computer (iPad) and members'
information.
○ Be aware of members' pertinent medical concerns.
○ Be aware of health and safety policy.
● Ensure regular communication with the Charity Coordinator.
○ Inform the Local Group Facilitator of any:
■ changes to future group meet-ups
■ changes to members details
■ fundraising opportunities.
● Attend a quarterly support meeting for all Support Volunteers.
● Contact the Charity Coordinator if any issues arise that cannot be resolved
with the peer leader.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Purpose
The Trustee role is voluntary with meetings taking place a minimum of once a quarter. Trustees are responsible for:
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controlling Navigates management and administration
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ensuring that Navigates income and property are used only for the purposes set out in the
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governing document and for no other purpose
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acting reasonably and prudently in all matters relating to the charity
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acting in the best interests of the charity.
Main Duties
1) Comply with Navigates governing document and law. The successful Trustee and your co-trustees must:
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Make sure that the charity complies with its governing document
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Comply with charity law requirements and other laws that apply to Navigate
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As a Trustee, you should take responsible steps to find out about legal requirements for example, by reading relevant guidance or taking appropriate advice when you need to.
2) Act in Navigates best interests, you must:
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Do what you and your co-trustees (and no one else) decide will enable the Charity to carry out its purposes
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With co-trustees make balanced and adequately informed decisions, thinking about the short term and charities future
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Avoid putting yourself in a position where your duty to Navigate conflicts with your personal interests or loyalty to any other person or body
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Not receive any benefit from Navigate unless it is properly authorised and is clearly in the charity’s interests; this also includes anyone who is financially connected to you.
3) Manage Navigates resources responsibly–the successful trustee(s) must act responsibly, reasonably and honestly (duty prudence). The trustees must:
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make sure Navigates assets are only used to support or carry out its purposes
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avoid exposing the assets, beneficiaries or reputation to undue risk
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Not over-commit the charity
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take special care when investing or borrowing
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comply with any restrictions on spending funds
4) Act with reasonable care and skill
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must use reasonable care and skill, making use of your skills and experience and taking appropriate advice when necessary
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should give enough time, thought and energy to your role, for example by preparing for, attending and actively participating in all trustees’ meetings (once a quarter).
5) Ensure that Navigate is accountable by complying with statutory accounting and reporting requirements. You should also:
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be able to demonstrate that your charity is complying with the law, well run and effective
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ensure appropriate accountability to members, if your charity has a membership separate from the trustees
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ensure accountability within the charity, particularly where you delegate responsibility for particular tasks or decisions to staff or volunteers
Essential –
The successful candidate(s) will meet the Charities Commission eligibility criteria, specifically:
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You must be at least 16 years old to be a trustee of a charitable company or a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO),
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You must not act as a trustee if you are disqualified under the Charities Act, unless your disqualification has been waived by the Commission.
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Fit and proper persons - Finance Act 2010 requires all of the charity’s managers (including trustees) to be ‘fit and proper persons’.
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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks – an enhanced DBS check: this will include a check against the relevant barred list.
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A client focused approach to service delivery
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to think creatively
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Competent IT skills
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Knowledge, skills or experience in one or more of the following areas: PR/Marketing/Communications, Fundraising, Education, Mental Health / Health and Wellbeing
Desirable - The successful candidate(s) may evidence;
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Knowledge/experience of the free advice/charity sector
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Knowledge/experience of Social Policy Issues
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A sound understanding of money and debt advice processes, procedures and ethics.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Our vision is to eliminate social isolation and financial hardship.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Trelya are looking for new people to join our existing Board of Trustees. At an exciting time
of development, we are looking for board members who can bring their knowledge, skills
and expertise to support the charity in its mission.
Trelya (the Cornish word for ‘change’), is an award-winning charity working to improve
mental health, wellbeing, and enable positive change in West Cornwall’s most under
resourced communities. Trelya tackles the structural inequalities and barriers which fuel
cycles of deprivation head on. We aim to equip children and families with the skills and
resources they need to break free and build positive, happy, healthy and fulfilling futures.
Learning from over 20 years of grass roots experience we ensure our organisational aims
are always led by the needs of our community. Our responses are innovative, tailored, and
deliver what is really needed to enable long term, sustainable difference. We aim to find
and build on often undiscovered inner strength and resilience. Every person is treated as an
individual, we unlock their core assets and use these to ignite hope, ambition and fulfilment.
We know from experience that the children, young people and families living in our
communities are unique and skilled individuals with incredible potential. Trelya creates
opportunities to fulfil that potential through provision of a nursery (rated ‘Outstanding’ by
Ofsted), an award-winning youth work programme and ‘Gul,’ our highly successful adult
employment and training programme.
Trelya aims to break the generational cycle of social and economic deprivation. We aim to
enable children and families facing the greatest challenges, barriers and difficulties to
develop the skills, knowledge, awareness, motivation and aspirations necessary to break
the cycle. As a trustee you will become part of a dynamic and committed team providing
strategic oversight to build positive, happy, healthy and fulfilling futures.
Trelya has been part of the Penzance community since 2001. We are an ambitious and
forward thinking organisation with clear aims and objectives. We’re looking to recruit new
trustees, who have skills and experience in Finance (including VAT/ Procurement);
IT/Administration; Buildings Management; Charity Governance; Public Relations/Digital
Media who can help us to achieve our aims over the coming years by bringing enthusiasm,
personal experience and imagination.
We are looking for trustees with a commitment to the mission of Trelya, who can work well
in a small team of trustees, with good judgement, diplomacy, the ability to think strategically
and communicate effectively. We wish to strengthen and diversify our Board and extend
representation within Trelya to ensure that the board has insight from a range of
communities. We welcome applications from anyone, regardless of their age, disability,
ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. Trelya has a board
of up to 12 trustees.
For more information on Trelya please visit our jobs page on our website.
How to apply
To apply please email Trelya enclosing your CV and a letter of introduction responding to the following questions:
Why have you applied to become a trustee?
How will your skills, knowledge or experience strengthen Trelya’s board?
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. You will give talks in person or virtually, sharing your own story to improve understanding of sight loss to local service providers and community groups. You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to improve accessibility and inclusivity, creating a world without barriers. What you’ll be doing: • Giving talks to groups of people to raise awareness of sight loss in your local community by sharing your story to audiences, for example, local businesses, community and voluntary groups. • Delivering Talks to raise awareness of RNIB services as a trusted source of support for blind and partially sighted people • Representing RNIB as an Ambassador for the Community Connection service What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. • A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A supportive route to building your confidence in presenting and sharing your story with an audience. • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
Who this opportunity will suit
Minimum age
- You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
- • Lived experience of issues affecting blind and partially sighted people • Be comfortable speaking to different audiences to share your story, or a willingness to try with our support. • Able to communicate effectively. • Have an outgoing, friendly approach to meeting new people.
Thank you!
Responsible to: Board of Trustees
Start date: November/December
Who We Are
M4RD is a UK charity that is advancing rare disease training for medical professionals. The aim of our work is to help reduce diagnostic delay and improve patient experience for those impacted by rare conditions.
We work with an extensive network of patients, carers, advocates and advocacy groups to deliver training to medical schools, foundation schools, royal colleges, hospitals and trusts.
The charity is small and consists of a friendly group of staff and Trustees. The work can be intense but is very rewarding, as the charity responds to the needs of the rare disease political landscape.
Please take a look at the M4RD website for more information on our team, and our work.
Why Join Us
At M4RD we are not just talking about change; we are making it happen - as evidenced by the attitude change towards rare disease training in healthcare driven by M4RD for the last five years. By becoming a Trustee, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare for people with rare conditions. Working with a dedicated team committed to systemic change in medical education, you will bring skills, experience, and knowledge that will support M4RD in achieving their objectives.
Open Trustee Positions (multiple Trustees & Chair)
We are expanding our board and seeking individuals with specific expertise to help us achieve our mission. Our new Trustees will be passionate about supporting the charity to deliver its objectives, and have skills and/or experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Income generation
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Lived experience of a rare condition
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Healthcare education
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Clinical practice
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Lived experience of health and/or social inequality
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Lived experience of societal marginalisation
Key Responsibilities - Chair of the Board of Trustees
In addition to the general responsibilities of a Trustee, duties of the Chair include:
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Providing leadership to the organisation, and the Board, by ensuring everyone remains focused on the delivery of the organisation’s charitable purposes in order to benefit the public
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Chairing and facilitating board meetings
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Giving direction to board policy-making
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Ensuring decisions taken at meetings are implemented
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Representing M4RD at functions and meetings, and acting as a spokesperson as appropriate
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Bringing impartiality and objectivity to decision-making
With the Chief Executive:
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Planning the annual cycle of board meetings and other general meetings where required
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Setting agendas for board and other general meetings
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Continuous development of the Board of Trustees
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Addressing conflict within the board and within the organisation
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Liaising with the Chief Executive to maintain an overview of the organisation’s affairs, and to provide support as appropriate
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Leading the process of supporting and appraising the performance of the Chief Executive
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Sitting on appointment and disciplinary panels
Why this Role is for You
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You are passionate about the landscape of rare disease.
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You have the skills and experience M4RD is looking for.
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You are prepared to challenge systemic inequities within healthcare and medical education.
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You are ready to make a long-term commitment to improving the lives of people impacted by rare disease.
Time Commitment: The expected time commitment is:
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2 online meetings per month with the CEO;
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4 online Trustees meeting per year;
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1 face to face strategy meeting or event; and
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Some ad hoc committee work.
However, we are also keen to invite those who are passionate about the charity's work and able to support in other areas.
Please take a look at the Job Description for more details on this role.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please apply through Charity Job, attaching your CV and Covering Letter sharing
why you’d like to become the M4RD Chair of the Board of Trustees, and what you can bring to the role.
We will be accepting applications until 5pm on Monday 28th October 2024,
and successful applicants will be contacted by the end of October.
Interviews will be held on 6th, 7th, & 8th November.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Description
The Support Volunteer is part of the volunteering team of Say Aphasia. Alongside the Peer
Leader and Helping Hands Volunteer, the Support Volunteer supports individual Say Aphasia
meet-ups. The role specifically focuses on supporting the peer leader in roles that are easier
for someone without language impairment.
Roles
● Provide a safe, inclusive and accessible environment.
● Adhere to Say Aphasia’s policies and procedures.
● Responsible for group admin, alongside the Peer Leader:
○ Ensure group checklist is completed and implemented, during support group
meet-up.
○ Ensure the attendance forms are completed at every meet-up.
○ Ensure the member forms are completed for new members.
○ Ensure the visitor forms are completed for any visitors.
○ Give ‘Welcome Packs’ to new members.
○ Ensure members are contacted if group plans change, and inform the Charity
Coordinator.
● Responsible for gathering members' information using Say Aphasia’s digital
Forms alongside the Peer Leader.
○ Ensure contact details and emergency contact details are gathered and up to
date.
○ Ensure contact preferences are gathered and up to date.
○ Ensure pertinent medical concerns are known, up to date and readily
available.
● Provide communication support for members during the support group:
○ Support members to have a successful conversation.
○ Ensure everyone has access to communication aids.
○ Ensure members have the tools and support to express their opinions and
ideas.
○ Gather any members suggestions, comments and requirements mentioned
during the support group.
○ Be aware of, and capitalise on each members' communication preferences
(their preferred way to have a conversation). Add notes to the tablet computer
if needed.
○ Offer a listening ear to members and sign post them to relevant support.
● Contribute to group sustainability:
○ Contribute to identification and recording of fundraising opportunities, and
liaise with Local Group Facilitator.
○ Support the Local Group Facilitator to organise local fundraising.
● Contribute to improving the service:
○ Support Local Group Facilitator with gathering feedback from members when
required.
○ Note down any issues, ideas for improvement and relay this to the Charity
Coordinator.
● Support other volunteers:
○ Attend regular catch-ups with the Peer Leader and fellow volunteers.
○ Encourage a positive group ethos.
● Be an active advocate for the group.
● Responsible for safeguarding during each group meet-up: overseen by the
Local Group Facilitator
○ Responsible for the safekeeping of the tablet computer (iPad) and members'
information.
○ Be aware of members' pertinent medical concerns.
○ Be aware of health and safety policy.
● Ensure regular communication with the Charity Coordinator.
○ Inform the Local Group Facilitator of any:
■ changes to future group meet-ups
■ changes to members details
■ fundraising opportunities.
● Attend a quarterly support meeting for all Support Volunteers.
● Contact the Charity Coordinator if any issues arise that cannot be resolved
with the peer leader.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you full of ideas about how the serving community can raise vital funds, and how to highlight SSAFA’s impact? Do you enjoy inspiring and motivating people into action? If so, we’d love to hear from you! You don’t need an Armed Forces background, just a desire to support the serving community.
What is a Serving Community Team Fundraising Coordinator?
There is a SSAFA presence throughout the serving community, both in the UK and overseas. In many areas SSAFA have Serving Community Teams that offer financial, practical, and emotional support to serving personnel and their families. Each team is formed of a group of dedicated volunteers who make this possible.
Fundraising Coordinators are essential members of the Serving Community Team. They lead the development and delivery of a local fundraising plan. With the help of Fundraising Volunteers, this could include coordinating events, appeals, local grants or collections.
What difference will you make?
Volunteers are the lifeblood of SSAFA. We have been involving volunteers in supporting the Armed Forces community for more than 130 years. Our beneficiaries come from all backgrounds and age groups and the number of people contacting us for help rises each year.
In order to keep providing support to those who need it most, we need Fundraising Coordinators who can shout about the impact of SSAFA, and inspire people to donate, support our mission and join our community.
What will you be doing?
Although every SSAFA Serving Community Team has different needs, below are the main activities of a Fundraising Coordinator:
- Planning and strategy: Leading the development of a local fundraising plan with support from the wider team, including the Engagement and Events Coordinator.
- Growing a team: Together with the Serving Community Team Volunteering Co-ordinator and SSAFA’s Regional Fundraising Manager, recruiting and supporting a group of fundraising volunteers to help deliver your fundraising ideas.
- Marketing: With help from SSAFA’s Marketing and Communications team creating eye-catching fundraising materials to support the annual fundraising plan.
- Reporting: Tracking and reporting on the success of fundraising activities and providing an annual report to SSAFA Central Office.
What about training and support?
- Online, e-learning, training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep people and their personal information safe.
- Local induction and support
- Access to a range of e-learning courses, resources and local opportunities to keep your knowledge and skills up to date.
- Ongoing support from SSAFA’s volunteering and operations based regionally and at our central office.
- Regular meetings and events to learn and share information.
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses.
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFA's Public Liability insurance while carrying out their role.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others.
- Give back to the Armed Forces community.
- Become part of the SSAFA community and build networks across the serving community and local area.
- Experience, training, and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with good written and verbal communication skills.
- Empathy regarding the needs and challenges related to serving community.
- Good IT skills e.g. ability to use Outlook and Excel – you will receive your own SSAFA email address.
- Be an effective listener, respectful and have a non-judgemental approach.
- A willingness to adhere to all relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Depending on the needs of the team, this role would suit someone who would like to volunteer a few hours each week.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Please note this is a volunteer role and does not form part of any contract of employment.
Minimum Age: 18
Are references required? Yes. Two-character references from people who know you well (not family members).
Is a criminal record check required? No
We work to make SSAFA as safe as possible for everyone. Part of this involves volunteers attending an informal interview, providing two suitable references, and completing relevant training for your role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Would you like to support people who have served in the Armed Forces? You don’t need a military background, just some spare time occasionally, and an ability to get on with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. If so, this could be the role for you.
What is a Helper?
SSAFA Helpers provide support to local SSAFA branches, so that the service to veterans and their families can run smoothly. Perhaps you could help out at an event, take care of some office admin, or give a talk about SSAFA?
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
We have peak times throughout the year when we need extra volunteers. Whether you enjoy organising behind the scenes or being out meeting the public, we need people who can offer some time on a flexible basis.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role will suit you if you are looking to volunteer on a flexible basis as and when you are available, and we need extra help. You may be based in an office, at home, or out and about at events.
What would you be doing?
- Helping at public events by staffing stalls, stewarding etc
- Helping to distribute Christmas hampers to clients.
- Giving talks about SSAFA to schools and local groups
- Helping with office tasks like stuffing envelopes, ordering marketing materials
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What could you gain from this volunteering role?
- Support people in your community with a military background
- Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Local induction
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with a cheerful attitude
- Good spoken English
- Ability to represent SSAFA and its values to potential clients, their families, other agencies, potential volunteers and potential funders.
- Ability to keep within the boundaries of the role with regards to safeguarding, giving advice etc.
- Reliable attitude, keep appointments, update the branch regarding your availability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
- Access to transport if needed for your role.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities to have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Bright Futures UK works with young people who have been forced to take time out from education due to chronic illness. We provide programmes to help stimulate learning in addition to having a social aspect that offers respite to isolation these young people face due to their unfortunate circumstances.
We are urgently looking for warm and energetic volunteer tutors of all subjects to provide educational support and a fun, safe space for these young people. Tutoring experience is not essential as full training is given. Our sessions also are all currently online.
We need someone who is able to engage with young people in a positive and friendly way, helping them overcome their experiences and not feel defined by their illness. You would engage with a young person on a one-to-one basis to help catch up on their studies, increase their confidence in their own skills, and have some fun with them in order to help them progress.
The young people we work with have missed so many experiences in school which we take for granted. The time you can offer to help fill in those missed periods is invaluable to their development. Your sessions will be fully supported by Bright Futures UK staff – from questions or queries, resources or materials or just to bounce an idea off the team, we’re here to help.
Volunteering with Bright Futures UK is something that can easily fit into your working day or a busy schedule with commitment starting from as little as 1 hour per week. We are so grateful for any support you might be able to provide, as are our young people.
We’re looking forward to working with you to help our young people reach their true potential!
Practical Considerations:
We cover all expenses and materials used.
We are asking for one hour online a week.
DBS will be provided where needed
Safeguarding training provided with certification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Could you help to raise vital funds for SSAFA in your local area? You don’t need a military background, just the ability to get on with all kinds of people and some occasional free time.
What is a Branch Fundraiser?
As part of a local team, our fundraisers represent SSAFA at events, and in public. The role includes helping at fayres, street collections, concerts, quizzes, raffles, sporting events etc.
Why do we need you?
SSAFA branches rely on regular charitable income to fund all the necessities behind our support for clients. This includes volunteer travel expenses, phone bills, publicity and grants for clients in urgent need. A varied programme of fundraising also keeps the SSAFA profile high in the local community, so everyone knows who we are and how we can help.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role involves being out and about at public events and would suit someone looking to give the occasional day, half day or evening to support SSAFA; when and where would be flexible to suit you.
What would you be doing?
Examples of tasks would include:
- Being part of a team with collection/buckets tins at events, supermarkets, shopping centres, etc.
- Acting as a marshal at a public event e.g. handing out water to runners, supervising parking etc.
- Being part of a team running a stall at an event, Armed Forces Day, fayre, county show etc.
- Helping with putting up posters, building gazebos, serving refreshments, packing/unpacking cars etc.
- Being a positive ambassador for SSAFA, engaging people of all backgrounds and interests
- Volunteering within the standards and values of SSAFA including observing our policies such as the Volunteering policy and data protection policy (these will be covered in your training and local induction.)
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What can you gain from this volunteering role?
- Use your skills, knowledge and life experience to benefit others
- Give tangible and practical support to your local branch by raising funds used directly to support clients
- Support from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience, training and skills that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What about training and support?
- Fundraising workshops
- Training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families and personal information safe
- Access to a range of e-learning courses, fundraising guidance and marketing materials
- Local Fundraising Coordinator
- Fundraising Manager (per region)
- Access to the Fundraising and Marketing teams based at our central office
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people
- Confident people who feel happy to engage with the public, potential clients, volunteers and SSAFA colleagues face-to-face
- Reliable attitude, staying connected the Fundraising Coordinator about your availability
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely
- Access to public transport or a car to get to events
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and of all faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities, so they have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 16
Please note: If you are under 18 you are not allowed by law to volunteer at a street collection, raffle or an event serving alcohol. If you are under 16, please contact us, you will need to volunteer with a parent or adult responsible for your safety.
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two references, this can be former employers or people that know you well (other than relatives)
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Would you like to support people who have served in the Armed Forces? You don’t need a military background, just some spare time occasionally, and an ability to get on with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. If so, this could be the role for you.
What is a Helper?
SSAFA Helpers provide support to local SSAFA branches, so that the service to veterans and their families can run smoothly. Perhaps you could help out at an event, take care of some office admin, or give a talk about SSAFA?
Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.
There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.
We have peak times throughout the year when we need extra volunteers. Whether you enjoy organising behind the scenes or being out meeting the public, we need people who can offer some time on a flexible basis.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role will suit you if you are looking to volunteer on a flexible basis as and when you are available, and we need extra help. You may be based in an office, at home, or out and about at events.
What would you be doing?
- Helping at public events by staffing stalls, stewarding etc
- Helping to distribute Christmas hampers to clients.
- Giving talks about SSAFA to schools and local groups
- Helping with office tasks like stuffing envelopes, ordering marketing materials
The remit of this role may change over the next 12-18 months depending on the outcome of a trial currently being undertaken.
What could you gain from this volunteering role?
- Support people in your community with a military background
- Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Experience that you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews.
- Better physical and mental health – studies show that volunteers live longer and experience lower levels of stress and depression!
What training and support would you receive?
- Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe.
- Local induction
- Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses
- Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.
What are we looking for?
- Friendly and approachable people with a cheerful attitude
- Good spoken English
- Ability to represent SSAFA and its values to potential clients, their families, other agencies, potential volunteers and potential funders.
- Ability to keep within the boundaries of the role with regards to safeguarding, giving advice etc.
- Reliable attitude, keep appointments, update the branch regarding your availability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
- Access to transport if needed for your role.
We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities, races, sexual orientations, socio-economic backgrounds, and faiths and none. SSAFA are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support volunteers with disabilities to have access to the same opportunities and experiences as volunteers who do not.
Minimum Age: 18
Safer Recruitment: SSAFA undertakes a systematic approach and utmost care at every step of the process of volunteer recruitment, selection, and retention to ensure that those recruited are suitable and appropriate. Measures taken at points along this journey work together to make volunteering at SSAFA a positive and safe experience.
References Required: Yes. We will ask for two character references, this can be a former employer or someone that know you well (other than a relative)
Is a criminal record check required? No
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
At Makani, we work with refugee women through the arts to overcome trauma, fight for their rights, and to transform their lives and the world around them. Our vision is a world of freedom, dignity and equality for all displaced women and girls.
We work in Lebanon with Syrian and Palestinian refugee women, and in the UK with refugee women from all over the world. In both countries we run therapeutic arts projects including theatre and craft therapy, filmmaking and feminist embroidery. In addition, in Lebanon we also help women through economic empowerment and income generation, access to training and education, and we are responding to the humanitarian crisis with emergency support for displaced families.
Makani was founded in 2022, building upon years of work supporting Syrian and Palestinian refugee women in Lebanon by our co-founders, one of whom is a displaced woman herself. We were officially registered as a charity in June 2024.
We are a small but ambitious organisation that is already transforming the lives of over 100 refugee women and their families in Lebanon, and dozens in the UK. We have rapidly grown over the past two years, with the accompanying rapid increase in income. We are driven by our passion for a better world for marginalised refugee women.
POSITION: Treasurer
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. The Treasurer will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial management, health and sustainability of the organisation, contributing to the strategic direction and decision-making process.
DETAILS
Location: Home-based, with occasional meetings in London.
Remuneration: This is a voluntary position, expenses covered.
Hours: Variable but generally up to two days a month.
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Board meetings: Quarterly
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Additional time commitment for strategic planning and financial support to the Senior Leadership team
Deadline: Friday 15 November, midnight
ROLE OUTLINE
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Financial Oversight:
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Provide financial leadership and guidance to the Board.
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Oversee the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
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Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
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Budgeting and Forecasting:
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Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and monitor the annual budget.
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Provide financial projections and recommendations for strategic planning.
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Financial Compliance:
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Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.
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Oversee the preparation of financial statements and reports for annual accounting, and any potential future audit.
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Risk Management:
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Identify and assess financial risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.
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Work with the Board to develop and implement risk management policies.
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Fundraising Support:
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Collaborate with the Chair of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement fundraising strategies.
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Provide financial insights to support grant applications and donor relations.
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Financial Training:
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Educate and guide board members on financial matters, ensuring a collective understanding of financial responsibilities.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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Professional qualification in finance, accounting, or a related field.
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Proven experience in financial management, preferably in the non-profit sector.
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Familiarity with charity governance and compliance requirements.
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Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Passion for the organisation's vision, mission and values.
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An understanding of the challenges faced by small start-up organisations, and a supportive and solutions-focused approach to meeting these.
Desirable but not essential:
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Arabic language skills
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An understanding of the issues faced by refugee women in the UK and/or Lebanon.
TO APPLY
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role via CharityJob.
Makani is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
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Our mission is to work with refugee women to overcome trauma, fight for their rights, and to transform their lives and the world around them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.