Volunteer Roles in East Midlands
We are looking for new Board members to support our work and bring new skills, expertise and ideas for the future of our organisation.
Having welcomed our Director Salma Tuqan in 2023, we are in an important moment in Nottingham Contemporary’s history as we deliver a transformative process of rearticulating our purpose and shaping our future. This includes securing our long-term financial standing by developing and working towards ambitious and entrepreneurial income generation strategies and building on new and existing partnerships, members and supporters, alongside delivering innovative, inspiring and engaging exhibitions, programmes and workshops.
In particular, we are looking for trustees with expertise in one or more of the below areas:
· Legal
· Financial / commercial
· The Nottingham civic or community sector
· Education
· HR and people management
Time commitment: We would normally expect trustees to prepare for and take part in 4–5 Board meetings per year. In addition, trustees will help develop key pieces of work. Overall, this will require about 50 hours over a year.
Payment: The role is an unpaid voluntary position. Reasonable travel expenses incurred taking part will be met.
Access: Information about our access statement and facilities can be found here.
Benefits: We offer mutually devised mentoring and training opportunities, based upon the needs and interests of new trustees. The role can provide opportunities for the development of experiences and networks in the cultural sector and beyond.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you passionate about graphic design and want to use your skills to make a difference? At Children With Voices, we’re looking for a creative Volunteer Graphic Designer to help us develop eye-catching promotional materials. Your designs will play a vital role in communicating our mission and enhancing our brand presence.
What You’ll Do:
- Design engaging graphics for flyers, brochures, social media, and event banners.
- Ensure designs align with our brand guidelines and effectively convey our message.
- Collaborate with our team to understand design needs and deliver creative solutions.
- Revise designs based on feedback to meet project requirements.
- Stay updated on design trends to bring fresh, innovative ideas to our materials.
Skills We’re Looking For:
- Proficiency in Design Software: Experienced with graphic design tools and software.
- Strong Portfolio: Showcase of previous graphic design work.
- Attention to Detail: Maintain brand consistency and design quality.
- Creativity: Good understanding of design principles and visual storytelling.
- Project Management: Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Communication: Collaborate effectively and incorporate feedback.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a positive impact.
- Gain valuable experience in grant writing and fundraising within a charitable organisation.
- Develop and enhance your skills in communication, research, and project coordination.
- Travel expenses are paid and you will have a healthy meal!
Note: This is a voluntary, unpaid position. Children With Voices is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment for all volunteers.
If you’re ready to bring your design skills to a meaningful cause and help us create impactful visuals, we’d love to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Passionate about animal welfare? Bring your expertise to our Board.
Our mission
Our mission is to improve the lives of dogs and cats today and avoid harm tomorrow.
The Edgard & Cooper Foundation exists to end the suffering of dogs and cats.
To realise our mission, we work in partnership with projects that meet our three key goals:
- Stop the avoidable suffering of dogs and cats
- Help people understand what dogs and cats need
- Champion the legal protection of dogs and cats
Since the start of our operations in 2016, The Edgard & Cooper Foundation has worked hard to reach its full potential but we need your help. We see the need to bring a new Trustee to the Board, with a background in legal or governance and animal welfare to help us continuously improve and further our impact.
Edgard & Cooper and the Foundation
The Edgard & Cooper Foundation operates as a distinct and independent entity from Edgard & Cooper, the pet food brand. While both share a deep commitment to improving the lives of dogs and cats, the Foundation is solely dedicated to philanthropic efforts, focusing on funding impactful animal welfare initiatives worldwide. Since our inception, we have provided financial support to 22 projects in 16 countries, with a total funding commitment of €3,303,869. In 2024, we donated €770,000 to partners addressing animal welfare, education, and legal protection.
Person Specification
It’s essential to us that all persons involved with The Edgard & Cooper Foundation in any capacity have a genuine passion for the welfare of all animals, and fully support our mission and values.
We are seeking a Trustee with expertise and experience in:
- Animal welfare issues faced by dogs and cats, and their possible solutions locally and globally, to enhance impact.
- Legal, compliance, and risk management to ensure strong charitable governance.
- Previous Board Trustee experience, ideally within animal welfare philanthropy or related causes.
Trustee Responsibilities
- Developing and upholding the mission and values of The Edgard & Cooper Foundation.
- Strategic input on our Theory of Change model and setting our goals and key priorities.
- Expert input on decision-making and evaluation of partners and grant-making activities.
- Ensuring legal, compliance, and risk management best practices are integrated into all Foundation activities.
- Reviewing budgets and statutory annual accounts, as well as reviewing and developing all internal processes; financial, operational and otherwise.
- Reviewing and development of external communications when required.
- Supporting the Foundation team with expertise and critical advice.
- Review of organisational structure, including advice and decision-making on new Board members and succession.
- Acting as an ambassador for The Edgard & Cooper Foundation and paying keen attention to any organisations we fund through grant-making.
What's in it for you?
This is the perfect opportunity to make a tangible, lasting difference in dog and cat welfare while using your professional skills for a meaningful cause. As a Trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the Foundation’s impact, working alongside a passionate and dynamic Board committed to driving positive change.
This role offers valuable learning and developing opportunities, exposure to high-level strategic decision-making, as well as network expansion opportunities.
Please note that trustee roles are not accompanied by financial remuneration, though reasonable travel expenses may be claimed.
Hiring Process
- Fill in your information through our Careers Page to express your interest in the position and we will schedule a “Get to know you” call (25’)
- Match? Please send us your resume and a cover letter
- Competency-based interview with the Executive team (1 hour)
- Opportunity to engage with the other Board Members
Equal opportunities
We believe our strength comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application.
If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know.
We're looking forward to hearing from you.
We kindly ask you to apply in English.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dreams Come True – Chair of Board of Trustees
Terms: This is a voluntary role and is therefore unremunerated
Length of tenure: The Chair’s tenure is for an initial period of three years.
Dreams Come True, a national charity which creates life-enhancing and life-changing experiences for children with serious and life-limiting conditions and who live in social deprivation, is seeking a new Chair for their board of trustees.
For over 30 years, Dreams Come True has been transforming lives through their unique mission and dream programme, bringing joy and lasting impact to thousands of children every year from the UK’s most socially deprived areas who have serious illnesses, life-limiting conditions or disabilities.
The charity helps to transform individual and community dreams into reality, and is committed to scaling up their work by forging new partnerships, innovating their fundraising approaches and enhancing the dream programmes to ensure that every dream granted has a lasting and transformative impact. They are now seeking a new Chair to help lead them into the next chapter of this journey to broaden reach and impact.
This is an opportunity for a compassionate and visionary individual with proven leadership skills and the ability to guide the board and executive team in achieving strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience on a charity board, either as a Chair or as a trustee, with a personal empathy to the mission of Dreams Come True. They will also bring strategic oversight and governance expertise, and a wider involvement with the voluntary sector and well-established networks would be highly desirable. A solid understanding of finances, particularly within the charity sector, to support sustainability and growth will be essential, alongside strong diplomacy, interpersonal and negotiation skills. They will also need to understand the challenges and opportunities of a growing charity.
The new Chair will work closely with the CEO and a talented and committed board of trustees to ensure the charity continues to deliver life-changing dreams, builds on their successes and looks to the future with ambition and optimism.
Please click through to access and download our Candidate Pack for more information [PDF] including application details.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 31st March, 9am GMT.
PLEASE NOTE: We will be longlisting applications as soon as we receive them, so please apply early to register your interest.
Founded in England in 1891, the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) is the oldest and largest drowning prevention charity. Governed by Royal Charter and accredited to the Commonwealth, we have an impressive heritage which we are working to preserve and promote to our members and the wider world.
We want to engage a voluntary Archivist, details of which are included below.
Overview
The RLSS archive, much of which has been professionally digitised in recent years, is located at Commonwealth Headquarters in Worcester U.K. The Archivist will join the existing volunteer, lay pan-Commonwealth Heritage Committee which is responsible for the preservation and promotion of the archive.
RLSS has 31 autonomous members throughout the Commonwealth all of which have a history and some of which have their own archive.
The Heritage Committee is guided by its Terms of Reference, a consultant’s report funded under The National Archives (TNA) Scoping Grant programme and the RLSS Heritage Strategy and Heritage Position Statement.
Position Holder is Accountable to:
The Chair of the RLSS Heritage Committee.
Position Holder is Accountable for:
- Providing input into the development and implementation of the RLSS Heritage Strategy.
- Advising the Heritage Committee on appropriate steps to preserve, protect, identify, catalogue, fund, supplement, promote and share the archive.
- Reviewing drafts of project proposals, archive management workflows and digitisation procedures.
- Contributing to the Heritage Committee which communicates primarily by email but may however participate in meetings by teleconference.
- A time commitment of approximately two to three hours per quarter is anticipated.
NOTES:
- The advice given by the volunteer is opinion only and he/she is not held liable for any misapplication of that advice.
- It is envisaged that the appointment will be for an initial term of two years.
- If necessary, a modest budget could be available for relevant CPD training.
Qualifications and Competencies Required:
* Professional Archivist Designation, qualifications and experience
*Understanding of Collection Management Systems
* Experience with Charities and/or Not for Profit Organisations
* Experience in the areas outlined in the Accountabilities Section (above)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The role in a nutshell:
Volunteers help to keep Age UK charity shops running like clockwork and are an essential part of everything that we do. Our charity shops raise vital funds that support the wide range of services Age UK delivers, so if you have some free time available and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you are looking to gain new skills and experiences, use those you already have or are just looking for a way to get out and meet new people, then we have flexible options to suit you!
What will you be doing?
Volunteer Shop Assistants carry out a wide range of tasks in their roles. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, keeping our shop floor full and organised or supporting with raffle ticket sales and promoting gift aid.
How would you be supported in this role?
When you begin your role, you will receive a mix of e-learning and in-person training to get you started. Throughout the role, you will receive refresher training as required as well as ongoing support, reimbursement for role-related expenses and the opportunity to further shape the volunteering you do.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK operates charity shops to raise funds for the delivery of services for older people in need. Volunteers play a key role in the shop team, ensuring our shops are welcoming places in the community and selling the items that are generously donated to our organisation.
Additional information:
We offer a variety of flexible shifts for volunteers.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, will follow Age UKs policies and be an excellent representative for the charity. We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities, so we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The role in a nutshell:
Volunteers help to keep Age UK charity shops running like clockwork and are an essential part of everything that we do. Our charity shops raise vital funds that support the wide range of services Age UK delivers, so if you have some free time available and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you are looking to gain new skills and experiences, use those you already have or are just looking for a way to get out and meet new people, then we have flexible options to suit you!
What will you be doing?
Volunteer Shop Assistants carry out a wide range of tasks in their roles. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, keeping our shop floor full and organised or supporting with raffle ticket sales and promoting gift aid.
How would you be supported in this role?
When you begin your role, you will receive a mix of e-learning and in-person training to get you started. Throughout the role, you will receive refresher training as required as well as ongoing support, reimbursement for role-related expenses and the opportunity to further shape the volunteering you do.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK operates charity shops to raise funds for the delivery of services for older people in need. Volunteers play a key role in the shop team, ensuring our shops are welcoming places in the community and selling the items that are generously donated to our organisation.
Additional information:
We offer a variety of flexible shifts for volunteers.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, will follow Age UKs policies and be an excellent representative for the charity. We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities, so we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The role in a nutshell:
Volunteers help to keep Age UK charity shops running like clockwork and are an essential part of everything that we do. Our charity shops raise vital funds that support the wide range of services Age UK delivers, so if you have some free time available and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you are looking to gain new skills and experiences, use those you already have or are just looking for a way to get out and meet new people, then we have flexible options to suit you!
What will you be doing?
Volunteer Shop Assistants carry out a wide range of tasks in their roles. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, keeping our shop floor full and organised or supporting with raffle ticket sales and promoting gift aid.
How would you be supported in this role?
When you begin your role, you will receive a mix of e-learning and in-person training to get you started. Throughout the role, you will receive refresher training as required as well as ongoing support, reimbursement for role-related expenses and the opportunity to further shape the volunteering you do.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK operates charity shops to raise funds for the delivery of services for older people in need. Volunteers play a key role in the shop team, ensuring our shops are welcoming places in the community and selling the items that are generously donated to our organisation.
Additional information:
We offer a variety of flexible shifts for volunteers.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, will follow Age UKs policies and be an excellent representative for the charity. We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities, so we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At CATTs, we work to give every young person 15-29 to access to vital health education, to allow them to be empowered to know their own bodies and to feel confident communicating health worries. We do this by working with young people and providing interactive workshops that will cover a multitude of topics concerning their health. Our work will always be supported by communities we serve and what they want, and need will come above everything else. This will ensure every young person feels heard through our work and by the people that need to hear them.
What are we looking for.....
We are now looking for up to 4 new trustees to lead the organisation and work with the staff team in delivering the next 5 year plan,building CATTs into a leader in cancer awareness, creating sustainable and diversified funding streams, and addressing the health inequalities that young people and communities face on a daily basis.
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Detection: Knowing the signs & symptoms;
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Prevention: Knowing how to reduce their risk of cancer as a young person;
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Empowerment & Independence: Making informed choices for themselves and realising that they know their body best.
Put simply, CATTs are for young people, by young people. Diverse backgrounds can lead to different health experiences among young people. CATTs work to make sure all young people have a voice by addressing their specific health needs surrounding different genders, sexualities, abilities, ethnicities and living statuses. CATTs want to create a culture shift of talking to each other frankly about health. Tackling taboo subjects helps create a more open and honest society without shame. If we can break the stigma, people are more likely to get their signs & symptoms checked by a doctor earlier.
We are currently delivering our five-year strategy, we would encourage applicants to review the strategy (please find attached) and highlight within your application how your skills set could contribute to the delivery of those ambitions.
What's in it for you?
We want to be able to develop the leaders of the future, provide a space that you can gain experience in a non-exec role that will help with future roles both paid and unpaid. We are also happy to look at what learning opportunities we can provide you that help you deliver in your role with CATTs, within the rules set out by our regulator, the Charity Commission.
CATTs has identified that the following areas of expertise must be covered within the Trustees:
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HR/Safeguarding/EDI
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Strategic finances
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Fundraising/hands on finances
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Traditional Marketing/Branding
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Social Media Guru
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GP Communication
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Community Engagement/Workshop Approach
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Sales/Market Research/Selling Workshops
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IT/Tech/Website
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Public Health & Health Inequalities
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Social Impact/Monitor & Evaluation
As part of this recruitment round, whilst we welcome all applications we specifically, as seeking to bring onboard individuals with experience in;
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Strategic Finance
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Marketing and Social Media
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Public Health
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Human Resources
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Operational delivery
As part of this recruitment round, the structure of the trustee board, will be changing from one overall chair to one chair and two vice chairs (one supporting governance responsibilities of the charity, one supporting operational delivery).
Person specification
Each trustee must have:
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A commitment to the mission of CATTs;
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A willingness to meet the minimum time requirement;
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Integrity;
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Good, independent judgement;
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An ability to think creatively and to use your imagination to support the future of the charity;
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A willingness to speak their mind
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Possess the willingness to understand the charities legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of the trusteeship
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An ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of CATTs.
CATTs is willing to provide training and support to any new trustees that have not previously held positions of responsibility (Please find attached further information on the responsiblities of being a trustee).
The commitment from you...
CATTs would like our trustees to commit at least 3 to 5 hours a month of availability to help with the staff team, along with 6 meetings (1 hour 30 mins each) of the board per year. This is the minimum but if you can commit more on either a long-term or for a particular project that would be great.
How do I apply?
After completing a short application and blind-shifting process we will invite shortlisted applicants for an interview with our trustees and the CATTs staff team. We will look at the option of shadowing our current board team but are also happy to hit the ground running joining the board fully straightaway.
Deadline for applications: 23:00 Sunday 16th March
We will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible, and are looking at short listing applications from Monday 17th March, and as they come in after that.
If you are successful at moving onto the next stage, interviews will be arranged for April/ May with appointments to be confirmed in June / July 2025.
Within your application, within your cover letter of no more than 750 words please focus on two areas;
1) What you would hope to gains from joining the board of CATTs
2) How your experience and skills set relates to areas we are seeking to build capability within the trustee board
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The role in a nutshell:
Volunteers help to keep Age UK charity shops running like clockwork and are an essential part of everything that we do. Our charity shops raise vital funds that support the wide range of services Age UK delivers, so if you have some free time available and would like to help, we’d love to hear from you! Whether you are looking to gain new skills and experiences, use those you already have or are just looking for a way to get out and meet new people, then we have flexible options to suit you!
What will you be doing?
Volunteer Shop Assistants carry out a wide range of tasks in their roles. You might be sorting and pricing stock, engaging with customers, ringing items through the till, keeping our shop floor full and organised or supporting with raffle ticket sales and promoting gift aid.
How would you be supported in this role?
When you begin your role, you will receive a mix of e-learning and in-person training to get you started. Throughout the role, you will receive refresher training as required as well as ongoing support, reimbursement for role-related expenses and the opportunity to further shape the volunteering you do.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK operates charity shops to raise funds for the delivery of services for older people in need. Volunteers play a key role in the shop team, ensuring our shops are welcoming places in the community and selling the items that are generously donated to our organisation.
Additional information:
We offer a variety of flexible shifts for volunteers.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experiences. You don’t need any retail or shop experience as full training will be provided. What’s important to us is that you are a team player, open to learning, will follow Age UKs policies and be an excellent representative for the charity. We know that our shop teams are stronger when they are inclusive and representative of their communities, so we will do what we can to find a role which works for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join the Board of Trustees at Shine Lincolnshire!
Are you passionate about improving mental health and supporting your local community? Shine Lincolnshire, a leading mental health and well-being charity, is looking for dynamic individuals to join our Board of Trustees and help us shape the future of our work.
Who We Are
At Shine Lincolnshire, we empower individuals to achieve mental wellness by connecting them with vital support services, providing education, and fostering resilience. Our mission is to create a mentally healthier Lincolnshire, and we need your skills to make this vision a reality.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled professionals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Information Technology (IT): Help us leverage technology to streamline our operations and enhance our digital outreach.
- Finance: Use your expertise to ensure strong financial governance, sustainability, and strategic resource management.
Whether you’re an experienced trustee or new to charity governance, your commitment, ideas, and professional skills will help us grow and achieve greater impact.
What’s Involved
As a Trustee, you’ll:
- Attend Bi-monthly, in person, board meetings.
- Provide strategic oversight and contribute to our decision-making processes.
- Act as an ambassador for Shine Lincolnshire within your networks.
This is a voluntary role, but the rewards are immense, knowing you’re making a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to help Shine Lincolnshire in supporting health and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you!
Together, we can make a difference in Lincolnshire.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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NATAL CARES
NATAL CARES is a social enterprise which leverages on the power of Mobile Technology, Machine Learning and Low Cost Innovation to combat maternal and infant mortality specifically focusing on Pregnant Women, Nursing mothers and Vulnerable Children in Rural Under-served communities in Nigeria.
According to W.H.O, Nigeria stands as one of the world's most riskiest countries for childbirth, contributing to 19% of global maternal and child deaths. UNICEF reports that Nigeria loses 2,300 children under five and 145 women daily due to pregnancy and delivery complications, making it the LARGEST contributor to global under-five and maternal mortality rates. Our research indicates that a staggering 85% of this mortality is concentrated in underserved rural communities in Nigeria due to three major root causes.
Video Editors
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
create visually appealing videos for social media and websites
Weekly Time Commitment
7-9 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
6+ months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Eco-Stylist
We are a go-to resource to find and shop sustainable clothing brands.
The fashion industry has a massive sustainability problem: less than 5% of clothing makers earn a living wage, 60% of clothes are made from fossil fuel based fabrics like polyester, and because of fast fashion, half of new clothes end up in a landfill in less than one year. Sustainable fashion brands are challenging these problems but “it’s hard to find sustainable brands and trust them.”
Eco-Stylist is the trusted go-to resource to find and shop sustainable clothing brands. Our Certified brands are different: 78% of our brands are making progress on living wages, with 61% already ensuring most of their clothing makers earn a living wage. 92% of our brands use a majority of more sustainable fabrics like hemp, tencel, and organic cotton. 0% of our brands are fast fashion.
We have a brand directory of 100+ certified brands, a marketplace of 1,400+ items, and a blog with shopping guides and educational content.
Blog Writer
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
The Blog / Content Writer writes and publishes blog articles on a bi-weekly cadence. The ideal candidate loves writing and is seeking to build an online portfolio of their work. Topics include sustainable/ethical fashion, fashion, sustainable living, and sustainability research.
Prior experience not required but must have strong interests in sustainability, fashion, and gaining writing experience. Looking for entrepreneurial candidates who are extremely driven and self-motivated.
Benefits: includes mentoring. At the end of your 3-6 month internship we will assist you in your next career steps: informational interviews, jobs, letters of recommendation, grad school applications, etc.
Eco-Stylist is a growing startup and social enterprise, with a mission to make sustainable fashion the norm.
Weekly Time Commitment
4-6 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Light and Hope Initiative
We educate, empower, and restore hope to vulnerable communities in the Mathare slums, Kenya.
Our Challenge is Poverty. Poverty denies people of their basic needs such as; food, clean water, sanitation, healthcare, and education. It destroys hope, purpose, and self-worth. It infects hearts with isolation, apathy, dependency, disconnection, and addiction.
Our Strategy is Holistic Poverty stretches across the entire Mathare slums affecting almost everyone in this area. Its effects reach deeper. Uniquely connected to different causes, the effects of poverty are revolving—one result leads to another source leads to another consequence. Our consolidated strategy address brokenness in every sector of life to bring light and hope where none existed before. Every Light and hope program seeks to educate, empower, and restore hope to the vulnerable community members and set them on improved trajectories thus breaking the inter-generational cycle of poverty.
GRANT/ DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)
Responsibilities: Grant Research & Identification – Identify and research potential grant opportunities from local and international donors, foundations, and institutions that align with Light and Hope Initiative’s mission.
Proposal Writing & Submission – Develop compelling grant proposals, funding applications, and concept notes, ensuring they meet donor requirements and effectively communicate the impact of our work.
Donor Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, grant agencies, and funding partners to enhance long-term collaboration.
Fundraising Strategy Development – Assist in creating and implementing a sustainable fundraising strategy, including grant funding, corporate sponsorships, and individual giving campaigns.
Reporting & Compliance – Monitor grant obligations, track fund usage, and prepare progress reports for donors, ensuring transparency and compliance with funding requirements.
Collaboration with Program Teams – Work closely with the program teams to understand project needs, gather data, and develop funding proposals that align with organizational goals.
Capacity Building – Train and support other team members in grant writing and donor engagement to strengthen the organization's fundraising capacity.
Impact Documentation – Collect success stories, testimonials, and data to demonstrate the effectiveness of funded programs and improve grant applications.
Innovative Fundraising Initiatives – Explore and develop creative approaches for fundraising, including digital campaigns, crowdfunding, and partnerships.
Weekly Time Commitment
4-6 hours per week
Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)
3-5 months
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Why we want you
As branch treasure you will be key part of your local branch creating a range of activities to help spread the word about SSAFA within your community. To ensure that that our Armed Forces community know that SSAFA are here to help and that we need the public’s support to continue offering our services.
What you will be doing
- Maintaining and reconciling local bank accounts and recording transactions and authorised payments.
- Providing and present reports to the branch committee and to SSAFA’s central office.
- Maintaining accurate records using our on-line finance management system.
- Preparing year end accounts and financial statements including arranging an independent review.
The skills you need
- Some experience of financial administration
- Great written and verbal communication skills
What's in it for you
- Support and friendship from your local SSAFA branch and the wider SSAFA community
- Use your skills, knowledge, and life experience to benefit others
- Support in your role from the team at SSAFA
- Develop your experience and skills which you can highlight on your CV and in job interviews
Disclaimer
SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those involved in our work and expects volunteers to share this commitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.