Policy Research Volunteer Roles

Are you a future Chair committed to voluntary action?

Are you knowledgeable of the voluntary sector within criminal justice? Can you help us implement our new strategy during a crucial time in our sector?

Clinks are looking for a Chair who can lead our incredible board and work collaboratively with our leadership team to steward a vibrant and vital voluntary sector. Our current Chair has completed two terms and will be stepping down at our 2024 AGM at the end of this year. The Chair is pivotal to creating the conditions for overall board and individual director effectiveness, both inside and outside the boardroom. The Chair will provide leadership to the board, act as line manager to the Chief Executive Officer, manage quarterly board meetings and subcommittees, and lead in succession planning for the board.

Person Specification

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system in England and Wales and the role of the voluntary sector within it
• Knowledge of the UK voluntary sector and charity governance
• Commitment to the organisation, and willingness to devote the necessary time
• Commitment to anti-racism
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
• Good communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Impartiality, tact and diplomacy.

We welcome all applications, and we understand the importance of having a diverse board, representative of the communities impacted by criminal justice. Clinks is committed to becoming an anti-racist organisation and we are transparent about the work needed to achieve that. We especially welcome applications from racially minoritised people and those who represent Black and racially minoritised led organisations.

Job Title: Trustee (3 roles) – with one or more areas of core expertise 

Responsible to: The Board of Trustees

Salary: Non-salaried post 

Level of commitment required: 4 Main meetings a year (evenings) and 1 full day.  The member may also be linked to a sub-committee who meet prior to each main meeting. Additional time may be assigned to visit staff and the offices and for reading and additional research. 

Genuine Occupational Requirement: Must strongly align with the charity’s Vision, Mission and Values. 

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

The Baca Charity is currently looking for Trustees with expertise in at least one of the following areas: 

• Property /social housing expertise including an understanding of housing law, regulations and property market/trends.
• Education – access to education, apprenticeship, progression to FE or HE education to facilitate development of opportunities to support vulnerable people towards employment / entrepreneurship. Safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Relational Fundraising and Financial Governance.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Knowledge 

• Good understanding of the role and function of a Charity Trustee role
• Expert in specific area of Charitable Operation (see areas of Technical Expertise listed in Job Description above)
• Good understanding of the nature of challenges and or opportunities linked to the work carried out by Baca is desirable.
• An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship 

Experience 

• Lived experience as an individual who has sought refuge, been trafficked and experience of the immigration system is highly desirable.
• Experience of being a Trustee in charitable organisation is desirable but not essential. 
• Experience of working in teams, contributing to strategic decision making in a group is desirable.

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong ability to think strategically is essential
• Ability to communicate your ideas verbally and in writing to other board members 
• Ability to relate to others with cultural sensitivity 
• Capacity for self-reflection and active learning is essential.
• Ability to work in a team 
• Ability to analyse information, make decisions and influence others 

 Personal Qualities 

• Ability to behave in line with values of the organisation and therefore a strong role model that represents Baca with integrity is essential.
• Be willing to undertake training in the role is essential.
• A team player, able to encourage and maintain focus during periods of pressure.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace.
• A willingness to meet the minimum time commitment 
• Qualities of Integrity, Selflessness, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership is essential.
• Motivated by compassion.
• An ability to think strategically. 
• Good, independent judgement.
• Ability to think creatively.
• Willingness to speak their mind.
• An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of Baca.
• Capacity for self-reflection and active learning 

Applicants must be willing to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

LEVEL OF COMMITMENT 

All trustees are required to attend quarterly evening and one full day Board meetings.  Board meetings usually take place at the Baca main office, Loughborough, Leicestershire. As appropriate, meetings could also take place virtually.

In addition to reading papers and preparing for meetings/conference calls, Trustees may be called upon for specific advice if they have particular expertise in a given area. 

According to their individual skills and experience, Trustees may also be invited to serve on Baca’s Finance or Staff & Young People Wellbeing Committees or on ad-hoc Working Groups. Committees meet quarterly, usually in advance of Board meetings. 

Further details of the role are contained in the Recruitment Pack.

Ready to make a difference to the lives of young people in Croydon?

For 180 years, Reedham Children’s Trust has provided support to the most vulnerable children and young people in Croydon through their schools and communities. We believe every child deserves to enjoy a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. And we know when the right support is offered, family problems and disadvantage need not continue through generations. Reedham Children’s Trust enables local projects and innovative programmes to tackle the barriers and challenges which too many children and young people in Croydon face daily.

Our Trustees play an important role in helping our charity fulfil its ambitions and aspirations by supporting the strategy, providing robust governance and being ambassadors for our work.

What are we looking for in a new Trustee?

1) We want our Trustees to reflect and understand the communities we serve. Lived experience of the challenges our beneficiaries face is welcomed, as are Trustees who live/work in and around Croydon.

2) We value enthusiasm and commitment as much as experience and professional knowledge. This includes - but is not limited to - individuals early in their careers.

3) We are interested in Trustees who are open to learning as well as to contributing from their place of expertise. In particular, we are interested in candidates who understand Safeguarding. 

What being a Reedham Trustee can offer you:

• · Professional development in governance, safeguarding, finance, advocacy and fundraising.
• · The opportunity to provide to support young people in Croydon and improve their life chances.
• · Friendly and supportive meetings and engagement with staff and other Trustees.

Commitment Requirements

• ·Attend four regular Board meetings a year in Purley/Croydon
• ·Regular engagement with the charity’s work through visits to projects and active participation in meetings and events.
• ·Act as a critical friend in meetings and whenever a new project or activity begins.
• ·Be an advocate for the charity in your daily life.

This is a non-remunerated positions and all Trustees are asked to give approximately 10 days per annum for meetings, preparation and events.

To apply, please visit our website for more details. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Marie Curie Companion Service is a professional service provided by trained volunteers who offer one-to-one companionship and support to people with a terminal illness and their families. The service would not be able to reach those most in need if it was not for the commitment and hard work of the volunteers delivering the service.

Companion volunteers provide companionship and emotional support, practical support, short breaks for carers and help with signposting for information and support.  These sessions can take place both in person and over the phone.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING.

Your role will include some of, but not be restricted to, the following tasks:

• Carry out weekly visits with the person(s) you’re supporting, as agreed with the Volunteer Co-ordinator. This could be in a variety of settings, e.g. family home, a care home or in the community.
• Provide one-to-one companionship and support. For example: 
• Offering a listening ear and spending time engaging in every-day conversation, activities or hobbies with the person you are supporting. 
• Driving clients to pre-arranged health or social care (e.g. to medical appointments) or taking short trips out. 
• Helping with small, daily tasks, e.g. making tea or accessing the internet. 
• Allowing carers to have a short break. 
• You may be supporting your client’s family or carers before or 

during bereavement.  This may involve offering emotional 

support, signposting to relevant local support services or finding out 

information as requested 

(This is only an outline as support will vary according to individual needs. Companion 

volunteers do not provide nursing or personal care, or offer counselling or advice)

• Keep your manager informed of any changes to the situation, or any significant happenings in connection to the person you’re supporting and/or their family, either in person or by phone 
• Submit regular visit reports to your manager and update relevant computer systems as required 
• Be reliable and committed to regularly spending time with someone and offering support
• Attend individual sessions with your Volunteer Co-ordinator, training and group events as required 
• Represent the Marie Curie Helper service positively to those using the service

THE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE YOU WILL NEED.

• Commitment and reliability - able to keep appointments and volunteer for about 3 hours a week 
• Patience, empathy and emotional stability 
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality 
• Respect for an individual’s privacy, dignity and independence
• Willing to be flexible to the needs of the individual
• Ability to operate within the boundaries of the role 
• A friendly and sensitive approach with strong skills around building rapport and empathy
• Excellent listening skills and an ability to build a rapport with others 
• Respect for individuals, regardless of their disability, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or faith, or gender reassignment

WHAT YOU CAN GAIN FROM THIS OPPORTUNITY.

• An excellent opportunity to build on your skills in a charity environment
• An induction, training, support and supervision in your role
• Agreed reasonable out-of-pocket expenses

WHAT WE ASK OF YOU.

• To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role
• To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines 
• To complete an induction and any training related to the role
• Complete mandatory training and role related renewals, as requested

Marie Curie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and their families and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Marie Curie will treat all volunteers fairly and with respect.  We will not discriminate on the basis of disability, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sex (i.e. gender), sexual orientation, religion or faith, or gender reassignment.  We will not discriminate on the basis of age, unless the responsibilities of a role require us to do so in order to safeguard our volunteers and/or service users.

ABOUT US

Every day of your life matters – from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and  6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left. 

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Amazing, giving, inspiring and awesome are just a few of the words we would use to describe our volunteers.

Our volunteers play an integral part in the services we provide and the people we support. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you will really make a difference whilst gaining experience along the way, then join us here at Rethink Mental Illness.

About the role

We are looking for volunteers from a range of backgrounds to support the webchat facility of our Advice and Information Service. With your support we will be able to make a difference to more people who are affected by mental illness.

You will receive training and regular supervision to ensure you feel confident in your role. You can read more about the benefits of volunteering on the full advert on our website.

About the service

Our Advice & Information Service provides practical advice and information to our clients. Our team receives phone calls, e-mails, webchats and letters from people with mental illness, their families, employers and professionals.

What you will be doing as an Advice & Information Volunteer

You will use a computer or laptop to chat with clients and provide simple advice or information via webchat. You will also record information.

Common topics that our service provides advice on are:

• Mental health conditions and symptoms
• Living with mental illness
• Discrimination
• Police, courts and prison
• Mental health laws
• Rights and restrictions
• Support for carers

What will make you a great fit for this role?

We are looking for people 18 or over who are committed, reliable and able to communicate well with people from different backgrounds. You must be able to use the following:

• The internet
• Microsoft word
• Microsoft outlook
• Microsoft teams

You must also own a computer or laptop and have access to the internet. Unfortunately, we can’t provide these.

Maybe you:

• Have lived experience of mental illness
• Care for someone with a mental illness
• Are gaining experience for employment
• Are a retired health professional
• Want to make a difference to the lives of people with mental illness

How do we select our volunteers?

We will read through the information you include on your application form and we will invite suitable applicants for an informal discussion, which will take place online. Following the discussion, you will complete a few quick computer-based tasks.

When is the informal discussion?

We will be looking to meet you online around mid August 2024.

Will there be training provided?

You will be given self-directed training with remote support from our friendly team on the following areas:

• Research skills
• Managing clients via webchat
• Providing advice
• Dealing with clients at risk of harm
• How to use our systems

The above training will take you about 15 hours to complete in total.

You will also need to complete a few short e-learning courses as part of your training with us. E-learning courses take between 30 mins – 1 hour to complete.

You will also have access to our service specific training on topics such as:

• The Mental Health Act/ Mental Capacity Act
• The Care Act
• The Equality Act
• The Mental Health System

What are the time commitments?

At present our webchat facility is open between 10:00am – 1:00pm Monday to Friday.

Each shift generally runs from 9:30 – 1:30 to allow time to get settled before a shift and tie up any loose ends at the end of a shift.

We would like a commitment from you of at least 1 shift per week.

There may be periods when we ask you to support our team outside of these times to allow for meetings or training sessions.

When does it start?

We are looking to recruit volunteers to begin training at the end of August 2024, with the intention of starting to liaise with clients in September 2024.

You won’t be able to start with our service until we have received a satisfactory Basic DBS check, and verify you are allowed to volunteer in the UK.

When is the closing date?

The closing date is Sunday 28th July 2024. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.

Where is it based?

You will be based at home. This means we can accept applications from all over England.

Who are we?

We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”

We welcome applications from everyone, applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning+ (LGBTQ+), people with a disability, or those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are actively encouraged to apply. We are proud to have also been awarded Disability Confident employer status. We have an ambition of becoming an anti-racist organisation and we recognise there is more to do in ensuring our recruitment is fair and inclusive, which is why we are recruiting new roles in helping us to achieve this

Do you want to take part in vegan volunteering around your local area?

You can do that – right here at The Vegan Society. 

We have an ever-growing Community Network of vegans just like you, who have a passion to volunteer and promote veganism where they live. 

Every month, our Network choose from a range of outreach tasks. These could include town centre stalls, writing to a councillor or MP, sharing our campaigns on social media or contacting local businesses. You're in control of how much or how little you do. 

As an Advocate, you will have a network of other Advocates and an Organiser in your area. Your Organiser will be your main point of contact. They will send you tasks every month and ask you to feed back on what you've completed and any positive outcomes. 

Why do we need you to volunteer?

As the vegan community grows, veganism itself becomes better understood. We're finding that more people are looking to The Vegan Society to find out what being vegan is all about.

Local communities are starting to see the vegan movement as something real and something that’s happening in their area. More people are embracing a vegan lifestyle, which we welcome. From new businesses, to families, to councillors, many people need support. This could be with a range of topics: going vegan, finding correct information around a vegan diet, providing vegan options in their business, MPs listening to vegan constituents, and learning about our work.

Local issues are often unique and more varied than national issues. Our volunteers from local areas are vital! They enable us to share our messages and campaigns in an effective way. Research tells us that people are far more likely to trust information from a peer rather than an outside expert, so community volunteering vastly increases the impact of our campaigns.

Our network of committed local vegans across the country is growing! The Vegan Society organises various outreach activities to influence change in every level of society. There are a range of activities going on all the time, from general educational stalls at events to meeting with local policy influencers.

Advocates are a crucial voice in their own community. They ensure that our campaign messages are spread far and wide. They provide a strong vegan presence in local communities.

What does the Advocate role involve?

Being an Advocate for veganism with The Vegan Society will mean communicating with people in your local community. You'll share the benefits of a vegan lifestyle. You will form part of a local group, headed up by a local Organiser. The Organiser will feed back your collective efforts to staff. You will also be invited to our private Facebook group, for vegan socialising and ideas sharing.

You’ll stay in touch with the Organiser and bring your passion to tasks. Activities can range from staffing a stall to giving a talk at an employee event. It could also mean writing to a local newspaper or lobbying an MP.

Messaging can differ every month. Part of our mission statement is to ensure people can remain vegan, so you might focus on getting more vegan options available in local businesses. Or within our Live Vegan for Less campaign, you may share cheap vegan recipes to help people with the cost of living.

When acting as an Advocate, you will use The Vegan Society’s branding and messaging guidelines. Your local Organiser will guide you in doing this, as they hold physical resources and handbooks. You can report any issues and feedback you have to your Organiser. You can also contact staff if your Organiser isn't available or you have any problems.

What training and support is available?

You will be provided with a big welcome and full induction from your local Organiser. They will introduce you to the group and any actions that are ongoing. Any training and development will be provided via your Organiser, and you can also ask for specific training on any areas that you need some development in.

What skills would be useful in doing this role?

• The ability to stay motivated in order to achieve the best possible outcomes
• Good email etiquette, responding in a timely manner
• Committed to veganism and the mission of The Vegan Society
• Ability to stay calm if confronted with differing opinions or challenges
• A good communicator, with the ability to be persuasive
• Confident in communicating with people from a range of backgrounds
• Experience of campaigning
• Any experience in talking with members of the public through customer/public service would be helpful
• Awareness of current affairs, especially those that relate to veganism
• Regular availability and a willingness to stay committed to actions
• Good team player

How much time do I need to invest? 

For Advocates, we ask for people to engage in a minimum of four to six actions per year. An example of an action could be writing to an MP or holding a stall. But the more you can do, the better! On occasion, there may also be online meetings to plan for actions or provide training.

Kandinsky is looking for a new Trustee

As one of our founding Trustees steps down, we are looking for someone with financial expertise to join our Board, to support with the preparation of our annual accounts, ensure all charitable financial compliance, and take a broader interest in the development of the company. This is an opportunity to join a well-engaged Board at an exciting stage of Kandinsky’s development.

We’re interested in meeting new people from across the UK, with and without prior Board experience. Kandinsky is committed to equal opportunities and is particularly keen to encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and POC backgrounds, as well as well as those from working-class backgrounds and anyone based outside of London.

Our Board currently comprises:

Michael Walling, Artistic Director & Founder of the theatre company Border Crossings, who has been Chair of the Board since 2020.

Sofia Stephanou, Executive Director and Deputy CEO at Marlborough Productions, who is helping Kandinsky to develop its touring networks.

Jemma Tabraham, a freelance fundraising consultant and bid-writer, who is supporting the company to diversify its funding sources.

Roxan Kamali-Sarvestani, Director of Learning and Participation at Marlowe Theatre Canterbury, who is working with us to challenge and extend our thinking on how engagement and education work fits into the artistic life of the company.

Julian Connerty of Signature Litigation LLP, who advises us on legal matters.

About Us

In the last nine years, Kandinsky has developed a reputation as one of the most exciting emerging theatre companies in the UK.

We make theatre collaboratively, alternating periods of research and writing with work in rehearsal rooms with actors, designers and musicians. This allows us to make shows on an eclectic range of subjects, united by a theatrical style that’s both inventive and entertaining.

Since 2015, we’ve worked extensively at New Diorama Theatre, where we were one of the first associate companies. Work made at NDT has won OffWestEnd and Peter Brook Awards, toured the UK and transferred to the prestigious Schaubühne in Berlin. We’ve also worked extensively beyond NDT, including on main-stage commissions at the Royal Exchange Theatre Manchester and Schauspielhaus in Vienna. Our next show will open in a major London theatre in 2025.

In the last year, we’ve travelled the UK to develop new work at regional venues, made our first ever adaptation with Central School of Speech and Drama, and created our first show for younger audiences, which toured London schools throughout summer 2023. The company is at an exciting moment as we work to tour work more regularly outside of London, develop our educational work and expand our audiences and participants.

Kandinsky is run by joint artistic directors Lauren Mooney and James Yeatman, who oversee the company both artistically and administratively.

Trustee roles and responsibilities

Kandinsky is a registered charity (no. 1134756) and a Company limited by Guarantee (no. 7169361). Board members have legal responsibilities as a Company Director, including making sure we are compliant with company and employment law, health and safety legislation, equal opportunities and laws around working with children and young people. You will read and sign off on our annual accounts and, together with the other Trustees, make sure we don’t do anything that might place our funds, assets or reputation at risk.

This role has a particular focus on financial expertise: you will have familiarity with budgets and accounts, in particular the annual account requirements of both Companies House and the Charity Commission. You will be able to ensure that we are meeting all legal financial requirements, as well as helping us build strategies and processes that can ensure our ongoing financial resilience.

You will be able and willing to:

· Support the core team to ensure Kandinsky’s financial resources meet the organisation’s present and future needs, and maintain good communication about this with the wider Board.

· Ensure Kandinsky has appropriate financial policies, accounting procedures and controls in place.

· Oversee the preparation and examination of annual accounts.

· Present these accounts at the AGM, drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way.

· Ensure that there is no conflict between any financial income and the aims and objects of the charity.

· Ensure Kandinsky’s compliance with appropriate legislation.

Beyond your particular financial oversight, a Trustee’s role is to support the company’s work in whatever way feels appropriate to you and fits with your skills: helping the company grow, raising the profile of our work, challenging us in areas where we can do better or extending our knowledge base. We hope that being on the Board of a growing company will be exciting and that we can work with you to find a mutually rewarding way of working together, one that reflects your skills, experience and interests.

We do not expect our Trustees to donate to the company or ask others to do so. However, if any Trustees are willing and able to help us identify people who might become donors, this could form part of their work on the Board.

Work of a Trustee

The Board meet four times a year. Meetings last approx. 90 mins to two hours. Given recent developments in work/life balance, we aim for this to be a 50% split between online and in-person meetings. These meetings take place in roughly March, June, September and December annually – but exact dates are subject to change depending on rehearsal periods for shows.

We circulate an agenda and any papers prior to the meeting. Because of the company’s size, papers are minimal; these might include minutes from the previous meeting, management accounts and, at the Annual General Meeting, the company’s yearly accounts, to be read and signed-off. We ask Trustees to read any papers in advance of the meeting.

Trustee positions are voluntary. Most Trustees cover their own expenses, but we are committed to building a diverse Board and we are happy to support with expenses where there is need. However, as we are a small company, without any regular core cost funding, this will need to be by mutual agreement and on a case-by-case basis.

We will discuss the time commitment as part of the recruitment process, as well as how we can best support candidates based outside of London and those with caring responsibilities of any kind.

Benefits of being a Trustee

Joining a Board is a great way to increase your skills and contacts:

· Being a Trustee allows you to contribute to the life and running of a UK charity in an active and practical way. It's recognised in most industries as a meaningful form of voluntary work, professional development and community engagement.

· Trustees benefit from each other's skills and experience, increasing and broadening your strategic knowledge and also widening your professional contacts. Joining a Board is a great way to meet and develop professional relationships with highly experienced people from both within and outside of your own industry.

· Kandinsky is a small, nimble company with an engaged, recently-refreshed Board - our Trustees make a genuine difference to the running of the company and gain real insight into every aspect of our work.

· Whenever possible, we provide our Trustees with free tickets to see the shows that we make, as well as opportunities to attend sharings, visit our rehearsal rooms, see work in development and generally engage with the artistic life of a busy and growing theatre company.

Help shape the future of the science profession.

The Science Council Board is looking for a new Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee to join the organisation and work collaboratively to support the Science Council to; strengthen the collective impact of the science community for public benefit; and realise our ambition of a diverse science profession that is trusted, respected and equipped to deliver national ambitions.

As the Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, you will have experience of charity finance and a track record of being an effective Chair. We are looking for an individual who is forward-thinking and capable of taking a balanced approach to decision-making, with the ability to actively listen and involve others in the process. A positive and engaging demeanour that fits well with a supportive and principled Board culture is essential.  

The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic vision, finance experience, and a commitment to advancing the science profession. Essential qualities include strong analytical skills, the ability to think critically, and a collaborative approach to working with other Committee members, management and the Board of Trustees. Experience of in the working within professional body, membership or regulatory sectors will be highly beneficial. Additionally, candidates would benefit from having a solid understanding to charity audit and risk management frameworks to support our financial stability and strategic growth.

We are committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and as such we welcome applicants of all backgrounds to represent the diverse population of people that we serve. 

This is your opportunity to join an ambitious and well-run organisation and play a leading role in the shaping the future of the Science Council.

We are looking to appoint two new trustees to our Board of Trustees.

As an appointed trustee, you will also have the opportunity to become an office holder as the Board will be looking to elect to a new posts, including to the role of Chair, in the near future.

We invite any eligible person interested to apply for the role. The trustees we appoint do not necessarily have to have a finance or charity sector background in order to apply.

We are looking for an understanding of the charity sector and finance, but you may have gleaned this in an unrelated professional field or role. We value diversity and believe everyone has a valuable contribution to make. 

For more information, please take a look at our recruitment pack (pdf).

The application deadline is Midday, 29 July 2024, with interviews to be arranged during August and early September. Appointments will be confirmed in October 2024.

Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Chair of the Board of Trustees and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Chair of Trustees you would be using your skills and experience to provide leadership to our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years and guiding its transition to becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.

Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:

 · increased independence and self-confidence

· improved mental well-being

· reduction in social isolation

· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.

· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.

We are looking for an active and passionate Chair who can provide strategic leadership and guidance. You will be required to lead online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.

Join us as Dog A.I.D.'s new Honorary Secretary and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As Honorary Secretary you would be using your skills and experience to support the leadership and strategic direction of our charity as we look to achieve ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years, becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.

Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:

 · increased independence and self-confidence

· improved mental well-being

· reduction in social isolation

· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.

· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.

We are looking for an active and well-organised Secretary who can provide support for our governance functions. You will be required to attend and minute online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions.

Join us as a Dog A.I.D. Trustee and you would be joining the Board at an exciting time as we have launched the charity’s Strategic Plan with a new CEO supported by a small but strong team, which we will be building further this year. As a Dog A.I.D. Trustee you would be using your skills and experience to support our charity in achieving its ambitious strategic growth targets over the coming years and guiding its transition to becoming a larger, more robust charity with increased profile and reach.

Dog A.I.D. empowers physically disabled people by coaching them to train their own pet dog to become an accredited Assistance Dog. By focusing on the existing pet/owner bond, outcomes for our clients include:

 · increased independence and self-confidence

· improved mental well-being

· reduction in social isolation

· reduced reliance on family members and/or carers.

· increased opportunities, with many of our clients being able to return to work or education, supported by their accredited Assistance Dog.

We are looking for Trustees who can contribute 2-5 hours per month, including attendance at online quarterly Board meetings and other ad-hoc meetings and strategic discussions. We are also hoping to have occasional in-person meetings and Away Days to build the trustee team. We are looking in particular to recruit trustees with one or more of the following skills and experience:

- lived experience of physical disability

- legal

- marketing/communications/PR

- volunteer management

- safeguarding

- disability and access rights

People and Nominations Committee Members (x2)
Circa 6 days per year
Voluntary, with expenses

We are delighted to introduce our newly formed People and Nominations Committee and are seeking two passionate individuals to join us.

As part of the People and Nominations Committee, you will have an important dual role to:

· oversee our people strategy to ensure alignment with our organisational values and guide us towards long-term success

· support our governing bodies in electing and recruiting talented individuals, succession planning, appraising their own performance and embedding strong, transparent procedures in support of all these activities.

Who can apply

Both BAOT/RCOT members and non-members with relevant experience are welcome to apply.

‘Whether you’ve got extensive experience in committee work or are just starting your journey in community engagement, the People and Nominations Committee welcomes your interest.’ – Odeth Richardson, BAOT/RCOT Chair of Council

Read more information about the person specification in our candidate information pack.

Why join us?

Our newly formed People and Nominations Committee will play a key part in our organisation’s governance, supporting both the BAOT Council (union and parent company) and RCOT Board of Trustees (charity and subsidiary).  

By joining the People and Nominations Committee, you’ll:

· play a key role in shaping the future of our Council and Board of Trustees

· develop valuable leadership and committee skills

· network with dedicated and passionate individuals.

How to apply

In this candidate pack, you’ll find detailed information about the Committee’s responsibilities, the benefits of working on the committee and how to apply.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re interested in and suitable for this role to our People and Culture team via the application link by end of day, Thursday 15 August 2024. 

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 3 September 2pm-5pm and Thursday 5 September 10am-1pm.

The first Committee meeting will be held on Thursday 26 September 10am-12pm.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Hours: We aim to be transparent about the time commitment required for this role. While we strive to balance the needs of the organization with respect for your time, we anticipate an average of 6 full days per year, in addition to a minimum of 4-6 hours per month. This includes attending key meetings, participating in essential activities, and contributing to ongoing projects. We expect in-person attendance at quarterly Board meetings whenever feasible.

Remuneration: Unpaid Volunteer role (reasonable expenses will be reimbursed for Board related work)

Duration: 3 years with possible extension

Location: In person meetings held in Manchester, UK

Are you passionate about using your expertise to support an international health NGO and charity?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

We are seeking for a trustee to help our charity develop through a period of growth and change.

You will be passionate about what we do and committed in using your experience and expertise to contribute to the strategic development and good governance of the charity. We will welcome applications from people with a background in the following fields:

• Risk management
• Fundraising, including fundraising strategy and/or personal networks that can provide opportunities for major gifts
• Providing healthcare in humanitarian contexts

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the **Candidate Information Pack**before applying.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal. Your covering letter must include a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the criteria in the person specification.

Applications must be submitted no later than Monday 12 August 2024.

Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.