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Fundraising Volunteer OXFORDSHIRE

Do you have bags of enthusiasm and are good at organising events? If yes, volunteer for the RSPCA as a Fundraiser and have fun and meet new people whilst raising vital funds for animals in need in your area!

Overview of opportunity

As a Fundraising Volunteer, you will play a vital part, in organising and assisting with our fundraising activities. All the proceeds from these activities go directly towards the essential animal welfare work that we do at branch level.

The RSPCA OXFORSHIRE Branch

The OXFORDSHIRE Branch was founded int 1875 we have been saving animals for over 150 years and are proud to be one of the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

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

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

Fundraising Volunteer responsibilities

· Organise, advertise, and promote fundraising activities to raise vital funds to improve animal welfare.

· Plan and participate in organised events for fundraising over an agreed period.

· Communicate all planned activities with staff and other volunteers.

· Work alongside other volunteers, staff, and members of the public, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.

· Ensure best practice in fundraising and that it is legally compliant.

What we are looking for in a Fundraising Volunteer

· Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment.

· Lots of enthusiasm to help us raise much needed funds

· Good communication and organisational skills

· Friendly and approachable

· Ability to work on own initiative

What we can offer you as a Fundraising Volunteer

· You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.

· Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.

· Learning new skills through our comprehensive induction and training programme.

· Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to get involved as a Learning Trustee in an engaging, decision making role in a charity that inspires and empowers young disabled adults to live fulfilling, independent lives – promoting personal development through the arts.

About the Orpheus Centre

The Orpheus Centre is a charity and college which supports young disabled adults aged 18-25 to learn essential life skills, gain formal qualifications and prepare for future employment.

There are currently 66 students with 21 living on site in Godstone, Surrey. Students come from across the UK and all have a love of the arts.

Started by lyricist and musician Sir Richard Stilgoe, the organisation offers learning, care and development opportunities at the college and in the wider community, working with professional artists, businesses and other charities.

The overall aim is to equip the students with the skills they need to live as independently as possible and to pursue their chosen careers.

Our core values are to be Joyful, Bold, Inclusive, Resilient and Determined. These values are the foundations for all our work and are what the organisation stands for.

Why should you apply?

Orpheus is a vibrant Independent Specialist college for young disabled adults who have a passion for the arts and a desire to live independently. Orpheus believes that disabled people should have the same opportunities as their non-disabled peers.

The Board of Trustees are looking for a new Trustee who is passionate about our vision to empower and equip young disabled people with the skills and confidence they need in order to live independent and fulfilling lives in the community.

Time commitment

The time commitment is between 10 and 15 days per annum, including four Board meetings including the AGM (mainly in person), four committee meetings (mainly virtual), one or two awaydays and ad-hoc attendance.

What will you be doing?

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of Orpheus, developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document and with legal and regulatory guidelines.

The role of the Learning and Care Committee Co-Chair includes but also goes beyond the role of other Trustees. So in addition to your duties as a Trustee, you will take a leadership role in ensuring that the Board fulfils its responsibilities for the governance of the Orpheus Centre in relation to Learning and Care. You will also work closely with the Chief Executive, Principal and Head of Care to support them in achieving the aims of the Orpheus Centre in the areas of Learning and Care, and will act as the channel of communication between the committee and the Board.

You will lead the committee, ensuring that it fulfils its responsibilities for good governance, and will work in partnership with the Principal and Head of Care, helping them to achieve the department’s aims.

Your responsibilities will include:

• providing effective scrutiny, challenge and questioning related to curriculum and learner progress;
• supporting the learning management team with quality activities, including annual trustee learning walks and quarterly deep dive activity;
• ensuring that you undertake a thorough induction programme;
• leading the Learning and Care Committee, including chairing committee meetings effectively;
• monitoring progress in implementing decisions taken at committee meetings and keeping in close touch with the work of the Learning and Care Departments in general – while always respecting the boundary between the respective roles of executives and non-executives; 
• acting as a spokesperson for Orpheus when requested and as appropriate;
• providing a written and oral update of the last committee meeting at each Board meeting;
• assessing and monitoring risks relevant to the Learning and Care functions of the Orpheus Centre;

and

• monitoring and scrutinising performance data within the Learning and Care Departments.

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please supply the following:

• A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements.
• A covering letter (maximum two sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the person specification. Please note that the covering letter is an important part of your application.
• Contact details of two professional referees together with a brief statement of their relationship to you and over what period of time they have known you; referees will not be contacted without your prior consent.

The Orpheus Centre is proud to be a disability confident employer

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be considered for interview.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are:

• Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long-term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

Mencap New Forest is seeking a Chair of Trustees to lead our Board, drive our vision, and champion people with learning disabilities. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on our community.

What will you be doing?

Role Summary

Our Board of Trustees work to improve the lives of people with a learning disability, exercising good governance and following all necessary policies and procedures. 

The Chair of Trustees will:

• Provide leadership and direction to the board of Trustees and enable the Board to fulfill their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation. 
• Ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document, charity law, company law and other relevant legislation/regulations. 
• Work in partnership with the chief executive, senior staff members and support the employees, helping them achieve the aims of the organisation; and to optimise the relationship between the Board of Trustees and the staff. 
• Facilitate the Board of Trustees in stimulating well-rounded and carefully considered strategic decision-making.

What are we looking for?

Person Specification

As an organisation we are particularly keen to ensure that our Trustees are fully representative of the community in which we work and we would warmly welcome applications from people with a diverse range of background, ethnicity, gender, culture and physical ability. 

Essential

• Commitment to the charity’s objects, aims and values and willingness to devote time to carry out responsibilities. 
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship and adhering to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. 
• Strategic and forward looking vision in relation to the charity’s objects and aims. 
• Good, independent judgement, political impartiality and the ability to think creatively in the context of the organisation and external environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to respect the confidences of colleagues. 
• Balancing tact and diplomacy with willingness to challenge and constructively criticise. 

 Desirable

• Leadership skills exercised through a period change
• Experience of chairing meetings, committee work, some experience of charity fundraising

What difference will you make?

As Chair of Trustees, you will have a profound impact on the future of New Forest Mencap. Your leadership will help us continue and expand our vital services, from social clubs and life skills workshops to advocacy and employability support. By shaping our strategy and ensuring strong governance, you will enable us to reach more people with learning disabilities, empower their families, and build a more inclusive community.

Time commitment

Trustee appointments will initially be for a term of 3 years which may be extended to a second term, or more. The Board of Trustees currently meets monthly in New Milton. We aim to meet for 2 hours, although recent increased activity has tended to extend the time to 3 hours. *The Board recognizes that it would be better to move to a bi-monthly or quarterly schedule, and would like to do so in future. Trustees receive Committee meeting papers a week before the meeting to enable them to prepare for the meeting.

URBAN YOUTH - VOLUNTEER WITH US!

New Start-Up - New Beginning - Endless Opportunities

Are you passionate about empowering young people and coordinating impactful services? Urban Youth is looking for a dedicated and proactive Youth Work Manager or Youth Work Lead to join our team as a volunteer. In this role, you’ll help shape and oversee the delivery of engaging, meaningful youth services that inspire and uplift young people across London.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and Manage our Youth Services, by overseeing the planning and delivery of youth programmes, ensuring activities run smoothly and meet the needs of young people within the community.

• Support Young People, by building strong relationships with young people, acting as a key point of contact for their feedback and supporting their personal development.

• Collaborate with our Teams, by working closely with our volunteers, mentors, and other team members to ensure the effective coordination of services.

• Promote Engagement, by developing strategies to encourage young people to participate in Urban Youth’s activities, fostering inclusivity and belonging.

• Monitor and Evaluate, by tracking the success of programmes, collecting feedback to continuously improve the quality and impact of our services.

• Build Partnerships, by engaging with local schools, community organisations, and other stakeholders to expand our reach and enhance service delivery.

We're Urban Youth

Urban Youth is an exciting and vibrant new start-up youth work organisation based in London, passionate about empowering London's youth to get involved, discover their path, and shape their destiny. Our vibrant community organisation is dedicated to uplifting young people through engaging, impactful youth work activities that inspire growth, connection, and self-discovery.

JOIN US AT URBAN YOUTH

Get Involved | Discover YOUR Path | Shape YOUR Destiny

The Trafford Centre Foundation is a new charitable grant-making trust undergoing formation and approval. In the coming few months, the Foundation is aiming to distribute funding received from the Trafford Centre’s owners, employees, brand partners and visitors to support communities within the North-West.

The Foundation is a key pillar of For Our Future, the Trafford Centre ESG programme, and is being established as part of a wider commitment of the owners of The Trafford Centre to positively support the Greater Manchester community and to work with partners, suppliers and key stakeholders to reduce our environmental impact.

The Charity looking for two additional Trustees with one acting as the Chair of the Trustee Board. The role of Chair is a key leadership role and provides the successful candidate with an opportunity to help curate the strategic aspirations of the Foundation and through leadership of the trustees deliver on the Foundation’s mission and goals. The Chair will work closely with trustees, to create a culture of excellence and accountability.

The organisation is purely grant awarding with no direct operations. The second role of an Independent Trustee is to work with the appointed board to deliver on the Foundation’s mission.

Trustees must be over 18 and must not have been disqualified under the Charities Act 2011 from acting as a trustee of a charity.

Applicants must be entirely independent of the Trafford Centre Limited and the onsite management team including suppliers, consultants and professional advisors.

Responsibilities of the Chair:

• Ensure trustees meet all legal obligations and responsibilities in accordance with charity law and governance best practices.
• Promote The Trafford Centre Foundation's strategic goals and work to develop trustee meeting agendas that support these objectives.
• Promote an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere across the Foundation.
• Uphold high standards across all areas of the Foundation’s operations, ensuring alignment with its values and goals.
• Maintain a well-planned board meetings calendar to oversee grant award operations.Chair board meetings effectively, ensuring agendas, reports, and minutes are prepared, circulated, and followed up on efficiently.Ensure timely review and approval of policies and procedures.
• Facilitate trustee involvement in all procedures of the Foundation.
• Collaborate with the delivery team to conduct regular governance reviews, ensuring the board’s size, composition, and skills are fit for purpose.
• Stay informed about the Foundation’s key risks and ensure these are reviewed and addressed regularly.
• Foster active participation from trustees in discussions and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities of all Trustees

• To set and maintain the Foundation’s vision, mission and values.
• To ensure compliance with the articles of association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• To maintain proper financial control and ensure the Foundation applies its resources exclusively in line with its objectives.
• To monitor the implementation of internal policies and procedures. These include equity and diversity as well as safeguarding.
• To ensure that risk assessments for all aspects of the business are carried out.
• To maintain effective board performance and ensure the productive and efficient administration of the charity including funding and insurance.
• To promote the Foundation and act in the best interests of the charity, never in the interests of yourself or another organisation.

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Leadership & Governance: An ability to provide strategic direction, oversee governance and ensure compliance with the Foundation's objectives and procedures.
• Decision Making: Strong judgement to assess funding priorities and approve grants responsibly.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial management, budgeting and risk assessment.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent communication skills to engage trustees, stakeholders and founders.
• Ethical & Values Driven Approach: A commitment to transparency, accountability and the Foundation's mission.
• Risk Awareness: Ability to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks effectively.

Role Location: Quarterly Board meetings are held in person, where possible, at the Trafford Centre in Manchester. Any additional board meetings will generally in person at Trafford Centre with an ability to attend virtually if required from time to time.

Duration of Board Appointments: The term of appointment is three years and you may be re-appointed for a second term subject to the continuing relevance of your skills and contribution.

Remuneration: This is a voluntary position. However, reasonable expenses incurred in the role of Chair and Trustee will be reimbursed.

Job Synopsis

The MCC Rwanda/Burundi Representative(s) are responsible for providing overall leadership to a complex and multi-faceted MCC program. This includes responsibility for administrative operations, team building, strategic directions, and support of MCC’s partners and projects in the two countries. The Reps supervise and support a team of eleven program and administrative staff in two offices (Kigali and Bujumbura) including National Staff, expatriate International Staff, and one-year young adult participants in Global Service Learning (GSLers). In Rwanda and Burundi, the Reps oversee work with 10 partner organizations implementing 11 projects in each sector in which MCC works: food security, sustainable livelihoods, education, peacebuilding, and health. MCC staff support partners in the planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes; in organizational capacity building; and with technical expertise. The Reps organize and lead an annual team gathering and an annual partner gathering. They also maintain strong relationships with the Friends Church in both countries. In Rwanda and Burundi, MCC has developed long-term relationships with faith-based partners, most of whom operate with a peace lens and many with connections to the Friends Church. There are two large-complex food-security projects (one in each country) funded by the Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB), which have significant expectations for reporting and for data collection and analysis. MCC’s support of peacebuilding has been longstanding in the two countries and currently includes the Great Lakes Peacebuilding Institute and youth peace clubs. MCC Rwanda/Burundi is also playing a significant role in the development and implementation of the MCC Africa strategic peacebuilding goals. The education projects include a vocational education project in each country as well as a K-12 school in a marginalized, rural community in Burundi. The Reps represent MCC to government authorities, other international NGOs, churches, and partners and in Rwanda and in Burundi. The Reps participate in annual Southern Central Africa and Nigeria (SCAN) Regional Meetings of MCC leadership and are supervised by the Area Directors for Southern Central Africa and Nigeria based in Kigali.

Job Details

Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE

Qualifications

All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to: a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking. MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

Required for all MCC Representative Positions:
Minimum Education Level: BA/BSc or equivalent
Minimum Experience: International experience and MCC experience preferred
Invitations to serve with MCC are contingent on the successful outcome of criminal background check(s).

Relational Skills: Ability to form, foster and maintain positive, working relationships with MCC service workers, MCC staff, local churches and MCC partners, building trust by demonstrating integrity in actions and communications and modeling the values of the organization. Ability to create an environment on the team that is supportive of staff who may experience oppression or sexual violence.
Supervisory Skills: Ability to manage/supervise personnel, which includes staff appointments and terminations, performance appraisals, interpreting and enforcing policies, conflict resolutions/problem solving and development of staff (in cooperation with the Human Resources Department).
Computer Literacy: Ability to use email programs, navigate the internet, locate resources, use Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to navigate and use MCC specific databases for the purpose of planning, monitoring, evaluation, and recording.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt as needed to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations and with diverse individuals and groups.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze and synthesize information to understand issues, identify options and support sound decision making.
Planning and Organizing: Ability to develop, implement, evaluate and adjust plans to reach goals, ensuring the optimal use of resources.
Initiative: Ability to be proactive and persistent in efforts, identifying opportunities and needs then taking action for resolution.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals, taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others.
Communication: Ability to listen, to model open communication and foster good will among others.
Self-awareness: Ability to understand one’s own emotional framework, maintain a non-defensive posture and manage personal reactivity when leadership is challenged.
Cross cultural/multi-cultural awareness: Ability to work with issues of equity in a cross-cultural setting.
Financial Management: Ability to successfully manage MCC resources within a country program.
Program, Monitoring and Evaluation: Ability to understand and implement Program, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Results based management.
Previous experience in making well-informed, effective and timely decisions, taking into consideration impact and implications within local and regional context.
Demonstrated ability to serve as MCC Representative without bias or conflict of interest, with ability to withstand intense pressure from local constituents.

For this specific assignment:
Minimum Education Level: Bachelors or Masters degree in international development, business administration or another related field, preferred
Minimum Experience: 3 years of international MCC experience preferred, previous MCC Africa experience preferred
English language proficiency required; language training in Kinyarwanda provided

 

Key Responsibilities

1. MCC Vision and Mission - Be the carrier/communicator of institutional identity in relationship to:  Local partners, church, government, other international NGOs ii. MCC workers: Nurture understanding of and respect for MCC values and witness; reflect upon and communicate the spirituality of the team

2. Oversight of Country Program - Direct and oversee implementation of regional priorities and country-specific strategies
a.Select, build, maintain and strengthen relationships with partners
b. Prepare and administer long-term country strategies
c. Plan, monitor, report and evaluate projects
d. Facilitate, coordinate and respond to disasters, including those that generate unexpected additional resources and require shifts in focus of time/energy and requiring development of immediate and/or short term plans
e. Understand and ensure compliance with local laws vi. Coordinate and strengthen local advisory committees
3. Management of MCC Resources
a. Prepare, monitor and evaluate annual goals and objectives in the context of a multi-year strategic plan
b. Prepare and monitor budgets in accordance with strategic and annual plans and in alignment with Financial Management Policies
c. Develop and monitor financial record-keeping and reporting, taking corrective action where needed
d. Develop and maintain lists of inventories of equipment, including computers, vehicles, etc. along with replacement plans e. Maintain and update registration documents in respective countries
f. Ensure resource stewardship across the country
g. Prepare and monitor project reporting
h. Receive and respond to worker reports
i. Ensure maintenance of personnel records and other documents for MCC Records and Archives
j. Manage Material Resources distribution as needed
k. Provide information about the country situation.... through PlanWin, Annual Plans and Reports, Learning Tours, and written communication.
4. Select, supervise, and motivate MCC workers: International Service Workers, International Staff and National staff
a. Negotiate suitable assignments and write assignment descriptions
b. Select highly qualified international staff and national staff using predetermined criteria based on job content and organizational values
c. Provide orientation for new workers, including language study
d. Create an environment where all individuals are comfortable openly addressing concerns/opinions
e. Ensure spiritual, emotional and professional support for workers
f. Monitor relationships between workers and partners with whom they work
g. Implement MCC Human Resource policies and assist in policy interpretation for workers
h. Conduct timely performance appraisals and End-of-Term reports for service workers and international staff
i. Ensure workers’ compliance with MCC values and witness
j. Develop and/or monitor compensation, benefits and policies for national staff
5. Teambuilding: build and maintain MCC personnel team
a. Clarify team expectations regularly
b. Monitor team relationships
c. Lead team in decision making
d. Demonstrates skill in resolving difficult situations, drawing on a variety of resources
6. Hospitality: arrange for hospitality as needed
a. MCC program and support staff, as well as MCC constituents from North America
b. Others who are travelling in the country and who are interested in the work of MCC
7. Represent the Country to MCC and Constituents
a. Cultivate and maintain awareness of the political, economic, social, cultural, and historical contexts of the country/region
b. Provide information about the situation, needs and resources of the country/region to the Associate /Area Directors and others within MCC and to MCC constituency
8. Relate to the local church
a. Maintain good relationships with local Anabaptist churches by: minimally visiting churches and church leaders, attending their annual meetings, and including their representatives on advisory committees
b. Regular attend a local congregation

Challenges

Work requires healthy boundaries;Occasional evening and weekend work;Local church not supportive to LGBTQ+ persons;Local area not supportive to LGBTQ+ persons

Start Date

14 Jul, 2025

Term Length

5 years

Salary Details

. Compensation for international roles is calculated based on prior experience and anticipated living expenses of the household in the location of service.

Benefits

In addition to a monthly compensation amount based on the sum of relevant allowances, MCC Rep would receive the following benefits;

Travel expenses to and from assignment,
Housing,
Transportation related to work,
Education for children benefit,
Retirement Plan,
Life Insurance and Death Benefits,
Student Loan reimbursement benefit,
and End-of-term benefits

Location Description

The MCC Representative(s) are based in Rwanda’s capital city, Kigali. Kigali is a pleasant place to live, with mild weather, manageable traffic, low crime rates, a wide range of products available, and plenty of restaurants and shops.

Kigali has a “small town” flavor but is also home to a cosmopolitan community of Africans and non-Africans from around the world. In many ways, it is clean and progressive, with a fast pace of economic development and many consumer goods and services available.

Both English and French are spoken in Rwanda, although most Rwandans speak only Kinyarwanda. About 10 years ago, English was made the second official language (along with Kinyarwanda and instead of French), and most Rwandese organizations and schools are still working to improve their English.

Good educational, health, and dental facilities are available, but health care options are limited when compared to North America or Europe.

The Programmes & Services department keeps our organisation running. Our team work directly with volunteers by offering them support.

Our Programmes & Services department is divided into four roles. Each of these roles reports to our Programmes & Services Manager. Our four roles are: 

• People Coordinator 

• Volunteer Engagement Coordinator 

• Referrals Coordinator 

• Training Coordinator 

Key tasks and responsibilities 

• Track the attendance of all volunteers. 

• Maintain friendly relationships with caseworkers. 

• Be the first point of contact for queries from volunteers and signpost to the relevant team/person. 

• Support the accessibility needs of volunteers attending in person or online. 

• Organise socials for the organisation. 

• Feedback volunteer experiences to the management team. 

• Support the People Coordinator to ensure the smooth onboarding and offboarding of volunteers. 

• In person attendance on Saturdays is compulsory but there is no expectation of remote work throughout week. 

Join Our Team as the Volunteer HR and Volunteering Manager at SUNSHINE!

Are you a proactive HR professional with a passion for volunteer engagement and community empowerment? SUNSHINE—a dynamic start-up charity on the brink of registration—is calling on you to shape a vibrant volunteer culture. As our Volunteer HR and Volunteering Manager, you’ll be the heartbeat of our team, driving everything from recruitment to retention and ensuring that every volunteer feels inspired to make a difference.

About SUNSHINE

At SUNSHINE, we believe that every connection has the power to transform lives. Our mission is to combat loneliness and build resilient, joyful communities through innovative initiatives. As a grassroots charity ready to launch, we’re laying the groundwork for a future where everyone feels seen, supported, and connected.

Your Role as HR and Volunteering Manager

In this pivotal volunteer role, you'll be instrumental in crafting and nurturing our team's spirit. Working closely with our leadership, you’ll develop and implement HR strategies to build, manage, and empower our volunteer community. Your responsibilities include:

• Volunteer Recruitment: Design and execute creative strategies to attract a diverse, dedicated pool of volunteers who are as passionate about our mission as you are.

• Volunteer Onboarding & Training: Develop comprehensive induction programs and training sessions that ensure every volunteer feels equipped, welcomed, and valued.

• HR Policy Development: Craft and refine pioneering HR policies that support a culture of inclusivity, fairness, and excellence within our start-up environment.

• Team Engagement & Support: Foster an environment that nurtures collaboration and celebrates each volunteer's contribution, ensuring ongoing satisfaction and retention.

• Performance & Development: Implement processes for regular feedback, recognition, and continuous professional growth, ensuring our team is constantly evolving.

• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with our leadership to align HR directives with our operational ambitions, establishing a foundation that propels SUNSHINE’s mission forward.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and resourceful leader who:

• Has a solid background in HR, volunteer management, or a related field, ideally with experience in dynamic, start-up, or non-profit environments.

• Excels in communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of engaging and inspiring diverse teams.

• Possesses a creative mindset and the ability to develop innovative strategies tailored to a mission-led organisation.

• Demonstrates a passionate commitment to social impact and believes in the transformative power of community.

• Is adaptable, resilient, and eager to shape and evolve HR practices in sync with a rapidly growing charity.

Why Join SUNSHINE’s HR and Volunteering Team?

Stepping into this role isn’t just about managing volunteers—it’s about setting the stage for a movement. With your dedicated leadership, you will:

• Empower Change: Build a robust and compassionate volunteer network that is the backbone of our mission to illuminate lives.

• Shape the Future: Establish HR frameworks that ensure sustainable growth, guiding SUNSHINE from its start-up phase into a legacy of social impact.

• Grow and Evolve: Enhance your skills, explore innovative HR strategies, and forge lifelong connections in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

• Create Meaningful Impact: Experience the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts enable transformative community projects and bring hope to those in need.

If you’re ready to channel your HR expertise into a role that blends strategic innovation with heartfelt volunteer engagement, we invite you to join us. Let’s build a thriving, supportive community together—one where every volunteer feels valued and every action drives lasting change.

Welcome to SUNSHINE—where every contribution lights the path to a brighter, more connected future!

Lock keepers have been a fixture on Britain’s canals for hundreds of years and are one of the oldest traditions of the waterways. As ‘the face of the waterway’, modern-day volunteer lock keepers play an integral part in the visitor experience. Their role is to provide a polite and friendly welcome to waterway visitors, assisting boaters through the locks and helping to maintain the area.

It’s a perfect opportunity for those who enjoy working in the outdoors and are perhaps looking for something different to do and want to help support the Canal & River Trust. The key qualities we’re looking for are enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. 

Anyone can join as long as you are over the age of 18 and can aim to be available for at a least a day a week. Following appropriate selection, training and induction sessions we expect the role to commence fully around April and run through to October (local variations may apply).

Sherborne Museum is a thriving community museum that seeks to represent the rich heritage of the town and the key events that shaped its history and development over the years. It plays an important role in the local community, with a lively programme of events and a developing education and outreach service. 

We're looking to recruit a new Trustee to help ensure good governance and provide strategic direction to the charity as we embark on the next stage of the museum’s development. We are especially keen to appoint someone with skills or experience in buildings/property management, who will lead on the implementation of our new routine maintenance plan and advise/support the Board on the care of our Grade II Listed building, the Abbey Gatehouse.

Serving as a Trustee is a great way to support Sherborne Museum. It also provides exciting opportunities for professional and personal development, an opportunity to build networks, gain career building experience, and contribute to a dynamic team striving to make a difference.

Position Overview

Based in the coastal town of Fort Dauphin in the southeast of Madagascar, this post will provide support to the WASH, Schools and Solar projects implemented by the NGO. The successful candidate will work within a combined national and international team to assist in the development of projects, from initial planning stages to final evaluations.

Primary responsibilities include the writing of donor reports and proposals, providing additional support to the project team surrounding project management, and monitoring and evaluation. The role is predominantly office-based with some bush travel. The diversity of activities undertaken will provide a wide-ranging experience for an early career development professional who can effectively and efficiently deal with a comprehensive range of tasks related to the complex world of overseas development.

It is essential that the post holder is able to work in English to a high standard and it would be desirable to have at least basic French. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.

Location: Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar

Timeframe: 1 year, extendable

Terms and conditions: Voluntary with local monthly stipend towards accommodation and contribution to insurance of £650

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Write project reports, to a high standard of English, that clearly demonstrate the successes and challenges of the WASH and Education infrastructure projects, learning from the project and providing clear budgetary information
• Compile funding proposals based on past evaluation, team discussion, and international best practice in an engaging and professional manner
• Conduct internet searches and searches through SEED’s funder database for potential donors to fund projects
• Take a leading role in gathering statistics and ensure that all existing statistics relating to the projects are accurate
• Work alongside the Communications and Media Officer writing regular social media updates, blog posts, and website copy
• Support the development of projects that fulfill local needs and sit within the aims of SEED, taking into account research findings, contextual constraints, government objectives, and SEED’s previous experience
• Conduct research into international best practice with regard to WASH and Education infrastructure programmes and take the lead in discussing these with the team
• Monitor and update project trackers according to project activities, ensuring the project is on track to meet project indicators and objectives
• Take an active role in project management meetings, leading these where appropriate
• Take an active part in international team meetings and supporting other members of the team
• Work with national staff in increasing their skills and capacity, providing mentoring or training where appropriate
• Assist in data collection and basic analysis where required, assisting the MEL Specialist in developing monitoring and evaluation tools, and completing MEL reports for projects
• Work alongside the Programme Manager and Head of Finance in developing and managing the budgets relating to projects
• Maintain a database of projects and funders alongside the UK team in London
• Form part of the team representing projects or SEED when required
• Liaise with the UK team in London ensuring clear communication at all times
• Ensure all of SEED’s policies and procedures are evident throughout the work of the department, including those for safeguarding, whistleblowing, and anti-corruption, and undertake continual training to ensure these are promoted at all times
• Complete other ad-hoc tasks as required by the WASH and Schools Project Coordinators, Programmes Manager, Head of Department, and Director of Programmes and Operations to further the aims and work of the organisation.

Person Specification

• Hold an undergraduate in or relating to WASH, international development, or have transferable skills or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ professional experience in securing funding, project management, donor compliance, and donor reporting
• Demonstrate excellent writing skills, previous experience in grant-writing is an asset
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and keen interest in Environment and Sustainable Livelihoods, Community Health, WASH and Education infrastructure, and their interface with international development; previous experience in WASH, education, or community-based work would be an asset
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to SEED’s ethos and approach, and be a good ambassador for SEED at all times
• Have passion, curiosity, and motivation for the job and the ability to enthuse others
• Have the ability and desire to work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds, and across multiple language barriers
• Have the ability and desire to build capacity and share skills across cultures, and work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds, across multiple language barriers
• Demonstrate proven ability to recognise and appropriately deal with challenging situations
• Demonstrate an awareness of and comfort with increased social and professional responsibility, working at all times with cultural sensitivity and respect
• Demonstrate the ability, social skills, and confidence to give clear guidance and support to other members of the team in respect of the philosophy and procedures of SEED, in order to protect both their safety and the reputation of the NGO
• Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEED’s policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately
• Fluent English is required. Basic proficiency in French is essential, with intermediate-level skills preferred but not essential
• Be punctual and be able to work in an organised manner to tight deadlines, and to a high standard
• Have a flexible and patient attitude
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

About the Organisation

SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. We integrate high-quality community health, sustainable livelihoods, education infrastructure, and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change while adding to international best practice through research and publication.

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining why they wish to take up this position and how their skills and experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass, by email.

Please note: AI generated cover letters and recruitment exercises will not be processed.

Application Deadline: Monday 28th April 2025 at 23:59 GMT. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout this period.

Candidates will complete an exercise. Long-listed applicants will have an initial informal interview with Madagascar-based staff and short-listed applicants will then be offered an interview with the London team.

SEED Madagascar actively encourages equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and aims to create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful discrimination, where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.

Why we need you?

The Halifax Charity Gala is organised by a committee of local volunteers in their spare time. The work required to plan and execute the gala is quite large & growing, with volunteer Committee Members working all year round to support the 40 or so local good causes we represent.

This all requires your friendly face & attitude on Gala Day to provide a warm welcome to our paying customers, accredited volunteers, commercial concessions, arena acts & others.

What will you be doing?

Helping to organise Calderdale’s longest-running annual not-for-profit family event! On a more practical level you’ll be the first Gala representative customers see, so will check their tickets/accreditation or take admission payment and provide them with a programme.

As a Gate Steward, on Gala Day you could be:

• Welcoming everyone with a friendly, positive attitude

• Managing entry queues, ensuring those with tickets/accreditation use the fast-track lanes, and that an exit lane is maintained

• Assisting customers with accessibility needs to navigate the queues

• Scanning eTickets in (and out, if they are likely to want to return)

• Checking hand stamps (of procession participants)

• Checking wristbands (of accredited persons)

• Checking paper tickets

• Accepting card & cash payments for people wishing to purchase admission on-the-day

• ‘Clicking’ people in & out using manual tally counters

• Providing information to customers about the Gala, entertainment timetables & other activities taking place

• Handing out printed programme booklets to customers on entry

• Issuing hand stamps for non-eTicket customers who may want to return

• Assisting in maintaining a safe & enjoyable environment, reporting any issues to your volunteer Gate Supervisor

Not every volunteer Gate Steward will be doing every task – there is flexibility to alternate between tasks on each gate. We can make reasonable adjustments for volunteers who have additional needs, conditions or disabilities which affect the tasks they are able to do.

What skills do you need?

• Basic numeracy skills, to work out total cost of admission for a group, and to provide change

• Ability to use smart mobile device (ie tablet / phone) applications for scanning eTickets (training on the specific app will be provided on the day)

• Ability to use Process Data Quickly (PDQ) ‘card’ machines to accept payments by card (training on the specific terminals will be provided on the day)

• Good interpersonal and communication skills 

• Enthusiasm & a positive can-do attitude

• Willingness to work as part of a team with a flexible approach

• Proactivity & a good initiative

• Assertive when necessary

• Ability to deal with any incidents that may occur in a cool & calm manner

Not every volunteer Gate Steward will need to have every skill – there are several positions on each gate, and your volunteer Gate Supervisor will allocate you based on your existing skills & experience.

How much time do you need to commit?

We require Gate Stewards on Gala Day – the second Saturday of June each year.

Gate Stewards need to be available for one of two shifts:

• Early from 1000 to 1530

• Late from 1130 to 1700

Though any volunteers who want to start earlier / finish later would always be welcomed to do so!

This allows to us to have all Gate Stewards on their allocated gates between 1200-1500, which is our busiest time for customers entering & leaving.

What support will you be given?

Each gate team is led by a volunteer Gate Supervisor, who will be the first point of contact for any issues locally. They will have a radio to contact Radio Control.

Each gate also has an SIA licensed Door Supervisor present from our externally contracted crowd safety service provider, who will support with any prohibited items, invalid accreditation / tickets, refusal to pay, etc.

The volunteer Gate Supervisors are in turn supported by a volunteer Gate Manager, who will visit each gate several times during the day.

A briefing will be provided at your start time, by the volunteer Gate Manager and/or a volunteer Committee Member.

What are the benefits?

• Satisfaction of knowing you are making a valuable contribution to a successful, high-profile event supporting local good causes and providing the people of Halifax, Calderdale & West Yorkshire a great family day out

• Enjoyment of meeting new people from a variety of backgrounds & the opportunity to build your professional network

• Being a part of our friendly, supportive volunteer team

• Opportunity to discover more about our year-round roles which provide valuable experiences across many sectors

• Knowledge that you will have made a positive impact and improved the experience of the public & our member organisations

• The opportunity to develop various skills, for example:

o Card payment processing

o Cash handling

o Communication

o Crowd management

o Customer service

o Event co-ordination

o Problem solving

o Teamwork

• Light refreshments are provided on Gala Day, usually in the form of a buffet of sandwiches, snacks, soft & hot drinks, etc

• Access to a workers-only portable toilet in the Gala Control compound

How to sign up?

If you’re part of a group/organisation that can supply a whole gate team (4-6 stewards & 1 supervisor), please email us and a volunteer Committee Member will be in touch to discuss further.

If you’re an individual who is happy to join other volunteers, please see our website for more information. You can email us to express your interest, and we’ll send you the link to our sign-up form

About YAUK

Youth Advantage UK is a charitable organization that uses a research-led approach to inform policy work and projects that aim to promote and further the human rights of young people aged 11 to 25 across the United Kingdom.

Please note that this is a remote VOLUNTEER role.

We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the CEO on matters of urgency and importance to the organization.
• Manage the agenda for meetings the CEO holds ensuring all actions are allocated for actioning
• Sign post management across the organisation as required
• Handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Organizing and coordinating meetings, appointments, and events to ensure efficient time management for the CEO
• Handling Communications: Acting as the first point of contact for the CEO, managing correspondence.
• Preparing reports, presentations, and other documents needed for meetings and decision-making.
• Assisting with various administrative tasks such as record-keeping and office management.
• Coordinating specific tasks as assigned by the CEO
• Acting as a bridge between the CEO and other senior management, ensuring smooth communication

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Experience in fast-paced environments.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to use remote systems.
• Ability to engage with others well.
• Good people skills.

Benefits

• This is a UK-based, 100% fully remote and flexible role.
• Supportive team and management to enhance your skills and build on your experience.
• Your work will help transform and empower many young people’s lives, rights, and interests and assist in promoting equality for all young people.

Why Volunteer with Us?

We are a supportive and friendly organization that takes pride in developing and nurturing our staff and providing them with excellent opportunities to thrive and further encourage their career growth and future aspirations.

We offer a fully remote working environment and a flexible and adaptable working schedule. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization, enhance your skills, and gain valuable experience. If this sounds like you and you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Network of Wellbeing (NOW) is looking for two new Trustees to guide and support the NOW team (above). We’re particularly keen to find someone to act as our Company Secretary and another to advise and guide the management of our staff and volunteers. Do you think you could help? If so, we’d love to hear from you. The roles are unpaid but immensely rewarding. 

The Network of Wellbeing connects people, supports projects and inspires action for the wellbeing of people and the planet. We would love to bring on board two new Trustees who care passionately about our vision of people and the planet thriving together.

Trustees play an essential role in any charity and the Network of Wellbeing is no exception. Trustees are the supreme governing body in a charity. They determine its aims, its strategy and oversee all its operations. They are responsible in law for ensuring that it delivers its charitable objects.

Trustees also bring vital skills and experience to the charity’s management. We have reviewed the expertise and roles played by our existing Trustees – and found that they have strengths in business development, charity governance and environmental sustainability, to name but a few. They use their knowledge – and their wisdom – to guide the staff and inform key strategic decisions – and our existing Trustees gain a deep sense of joy and fulfilment from the role they play.

We are now looking for two new Trustees to complement and strengthen our existing Board. We are especially keen to find:

• someone to be our Company Secretary: This person will be responsible for:
  • advising Trustees and the Director on corporate governance and financial management;
  • overseeing the preparation of agendas and the taking of accurate minutes;
  • keeping up to date with regulatory or statutory changes and policies that might affect us;
  • liaising with our auditors, Companies House and the Charities Commission.
• someone to advise on and guide the management of our team of staff and volunteers. This would include:
  • advising Trustees and the Director on all matters relating to the management of staff and volunteers;
  • ensuring we have an up to date suite of policies and procedures;
  • guiding the management of the staff, including on pay, to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Trustees have the opportunity to use their skills and experience to help others and to further a cause they are passionate about – something wellbeing experts argue is key to living a meaningful life.

The commitment is four two-hour meetings per year – three of which meetings which are held online. We also like our Trustees to come and see us annually (in Devon) in person at least once.

We are committed to diversity, fairness and inclusion – and to building wellbeing together for everyone. We’re therefore keen to diversify our existing Trustee group to ensure it more broadly reflects the diversity of people in the UK. With that in mind, we’d welcome applications from people from a range of different backgrounds and experiences.

Could you be a Trustee of the Network of Wellbeing? If you are interested, please see here for the role profile and details on how to apply.

All applications will be considered by a panel of Trustees with advice from the Director.