Volunteer Roles in Shropshire

Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that Confident Conversations achieves its core purpose: to help parents in hospital become partners in their child’s care. Trustees oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Confident Conversations has a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision. Just as importantly, they support and challenge the executive team to enable Confident Conversations to grow and thrive and so support more parents and carers in hospital.

Duties

This is currently a virtual role. All meetings are held virtually (online). Trustees need access to a computer, smartphone or tablet with internet access.

• Support and provide advice on Confident Conversation’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Confident Conversation’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress; and review and approve Confident Conversations’s financial statements.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Provide support and challenge to Confident Conversations’s Director in the exercise of their delegated authority and affairs.
• Keep abreast of changes in Confident Conversations’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Confident Conversations’s own governance. Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
• Use independent judgement, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Confident Conversations’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Confident Conversations’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role of trustee, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking and experience on our Board. You do not need previous experience of being a trustee – we will provide a full induction and training.

However, you should have experience of advocating for a patient in hospital who cannot effectively advocate for themselves. This includes parents and carers with lived experience of advocating for their child, and medical professionals (doctors, nurses, other medical specialists) who work in paediatrics.

Legally, trustees must be at least 16 years old. We do not accept applications from anyone who is currently disqualified from acting as a charity trustee.

Personal skills and qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as   trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision and mission.
• Willingness to lead according to our values. All our work, including our interactions with each other, stakeholders and those we support, is guided by the following principles:
  • Kindness in our approach to our work and ourselves.
  • Differences are our strength. Difference of experience and thought is vital to our success.
  • Confidence in engaging with, and challenging, our work at all levels. We must be welcoming and supportive to ensure this happens.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

Terms of appointment

Board members have a collective responsibility. This means that trustees always act as a group and not as individuals.

Terms of office

• Trustees are appointed for a three year term of office.
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment

• Attending four one-hour Board meetings annually. Meetings are currently held virtually.
• Reading papers and preparing for Board meetings. Papers are circulated at least one week before every meeting. They are usually around two pages of A4 per paper, and meetings have, on average, four papers.
• There may be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This can involve scrutinising papers circulated by email, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.

To apply, please email Lydia Strachan, Director, attaching your CV and a paragraph on why you feel you are suited to the role.

This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.

We’re seeking new trustees to join our board. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead Big Leaf Foundation in the next phase of its development and to use your skills and experience to make a lasting difference to the lives of displaced young people in Surrey.

We are seeking individuals with:
o commitment to our vision, mission and values;
o excellent teamwork and leadership skills and effective decision-making;
o willingness to commit time and effort to the role;
o good, independent judgement, strategic vision and ability to communicate ideas;
o history of impartiality, fairness and commitment to promoting equality and diversity.

We particularly need individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

o charity governance;
o risk management;
o data security and IT;

o diversity and inclusion;
o evaluation and reporting.

The statutory duties of a trustee are to:

o Ensure the organisation complies with its governing document.
o Ensure that the organisation pursues its objectives as defined in its governing document.
o Ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objectives – the charity must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objectives, no matter how 'charitable' and 'worthwhile' those activities are.
o Contribute actively to the Board of Trustees' role in giving strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets. o Safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.
o Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
o Ensure the financial stability of the organisation.
o Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation's funds.
o If the organisation employs staff, to appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor his or her performance.

In addition, with other trustees to hold the charity “in trust” for current and future beneficiaries by:

o Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these.

o Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its “corporate” behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.

o Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application.

o Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.

Trustees should make full use of any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the board make good decisions and all trustees must adhere to our Trustee Code of Conduct.

The Impact Facility is a global non-profit organisation that seeks to bring economic, social
and environmental empowerment to mining communities. Our vision is for all
communities endowed with mineral wealth to have the means to grow a sustainable and
just economy that is catalysed by – rather than relying on – mining.

The Impact Facility’s mission is to provide mining communities with access to the
technical assistance, markets, capital and equipment that enable the building of diverse
local economies through viable and thriving small and medium sized businesses.
Founded in 2018, The Impact Facility has achieved remarkable growth in the scale and
impact of the organisation, through its two current primary initiatives:

The multi-stakeholder Fair Cobalt Alliance is driving change for artisanal cobalt
miners and their communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo through a
holistic range of interventions to promote safer mining, eliminate child labour, build
economic resilience in the community and support the development of a safe and
thriving artisanal mining sector.

The Lake Victoria 2030 gold programme supports artisanal gold miners in Kenya
and Tanzania to improve the productivity, incomes and safety of their small scale
mines in the vicinity of Lake Victoria, through an innovative Lease to Purchase
equipment financing initiative, together with technical support.

Under the leadership of a new CEO the organisation is moving beyond the start-up phase
to build the foundations for future growth and impact, and we are looking to further
strengthen the governance of the organisation by the recruitment of up to three new
trustees.

The Impact Facility is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation registered with the Charity
Commission of England and Wales.

Summary of Main Responsibilities:

• Overall Governance of the organisation through membership of the Board of Trustees
• Monitor the operation and overall delivery of the charity’s mission
• Support the development of and approve the organisational strategic plan.
• Represent the organisation with key audiences and at events
• As a member of the Board of Trustees, to make decisions on key strategic areas for the charity
• Overseeing the risk management of the charity
• Recruitment and appraisal of the Chief Executive
• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the sector, to ensure that The Impact
• Facility is responding to changes in the external environment.
• Support to fundraising through networking and making representing The Impact
• Facility at key events.

Specific skills and experience:
The Impact Facility is looking for up to three new Trustees with the following skills,
knowledge and experience:

1. Fundraising and Partnerships Trustee

Strong networks to support the development of international partnerships to further The Impact Facility’s mission among:

• Potential funders including Governmental and intergovernmental donors and foundations
• Partners in the supply chain for critical minerals

2. Trustee with practical experience living and working in East and Central Africa

Lived experience in the region where The Impact Facility is currently working, Easand Central Africa:

• Preferably practical experience of the minerals and mining sector, ideall with a particular focus on artisanal and small-scale mining
• Experience undertaking community development work in the economic and social spheres in the region

3. A board chair
A trustee with charity governance experience in the UK to serve as the board chair.

• Experience and skills in chairing board meetings, reaching consensus and supporting decision making
• Understanding of the charity commission guidance and requirements

Term & Estimated Time Allocation

• Initial term: 3 years (renewed a maximum of two times)
• The Trustees meet at a minimum 4 times a year. Each meeting will take 90 -120 minutes. The Trustees will receive documentation before each trustee meeting and are expected to prepare before each meeting (estimate of 2 hours per meeting) Estimate of 3-4 days per year
• Each Trustee has a specific role description and is expected to provide additional assistance and guidance to The Impact Facility on these topics. Estimate of 5-8 hours a month.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to usby October 22nd 2024.

If you would like to organise an informal talk with our Chief Executive Officer, Lewis Temple, to discuss the role further, please do get in touch.

About Remap

Remap is a UK charity with 65+ branches across the country. We design and build devices for disabled people. Our engineers give their time for free. Charity funds are used to reimburse material costs and travel expenses.

Role Description

Surrey Remap have a new vacancy for the voluntary position of Fund Raiser.

The successful candidate will identify funding opportunities and plan funding applications. This will include attending courses and taking part in networking events that will enable the local funding landscape to be understood and from that develop an approach strategy. Then following confirmation with the management team draft funding applications.

This role will form a key role within the Surrey Remap management team and include attendance at team meetings and writing reports on fund availability and associated analyses. Because the team members’ locations are spread across a wide area of Surrey, meetings will normally be conducted via Zoom.

Specific experience in fund raising is not essential. An enquiring mind, a friendly investigative approach to business and excellent communications skills are essential. All members of Surrey Remap must have DBS clearance which will be arranged by Remap Central Office. Applicants must be 18+.  The post will require working from home with the usual computer facilities and skills associated with Microsoft Office.

There are no specified working hours. The Fund Raiser may devote as many hours as are available and necessary to achieve objectives.

Applications

We have a simple recruitment process. You can apply online. There will be an interview with the Chair and a chat with a fund raiser specialist at Central Office will follow.

We will then request two references. Once they are received, Central Office will arrange DBS clearance.

About Remap

Across the UK, our 65 local branches help disabled people live more independently. Our network of skilled volunteers responds to thousands of requests each year to design and make customised equipment.

Role Description

The Publicity and Marketing Officer volunteer will raise the awareness of our local branch activities. The successful applicant will create engaging stories and articles about the branch’s work and thereby play an essential role in publicising Surrey Remap work at a local level.

Key Activities and abilities

• Collecting case studies from volunteer engineers and clients

• Writing stories for the local press

• Creating and distributing literature by post and email

• Arranging talks

• Working with Central Office to promote panel activities.

• Confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email

• Confident using social media platforms

• A good communicator with a warm, approachable and confident manner  

• Able to follow REMAP policies and procedures

• Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices

• Able to keep people’s personal details safe

• Willing to go through DBS application process

We can support you in developing the skills you need for this role, including induction into all the areas outlined. You will have a chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.

Applications

The successful applicant will be based in Surrey or able to visit locations within Surrey.

We have a simple recruitment process. There will be an interview with the Surrey Remap Chair, we will then request two references. Once they are received, Central Office will arrange DBS clearance.

We are ShelterBox.

ShelterBox is made up of people who believe in shelter as a human right – that shelter from the chaos of disaster and conflict is vital. No ifs. No buts. We work to change this by providing emergency shelter and essential items after disaster.

We don’t believe that one size fits all. We work hard to understand the impact of each emergency and the need this creates within individual communities.

ShelterBox was founded by volunteers over 20 years ago and volunteers still play a vital role in the work we do. Last year our volunteer ShelterBox Ambassadors in the UK engaged with over 30,000 people, raising awareness and funds to support us in this vital work.

Become a ShelterBox Ambassador and join a network of humanitarians across the globe who want to see that no one is without shelter.

ShelterBox is committed to working towards a future where no one goes without shelter, but we have our work cut out for us. In 2022, over 113 million people were displaced by conflict and disaster. Some projections suggest that this figure will grow to 200 million within 10 years.

In this Ambassador role, you will be amplifying the voices of the people affected by disaster and conflict, by sharing their stories. You will also be raising awareness and understanding of the disaster relief work we do. The ripple effect of your talks will lead to individuals fundraising and increase communities’ engagement with ShelterBox. Without people like you, we would not have the capacity to reach new audiences or to spread these important stories.

Who are you?

- Passionate, caring, motivated, wanting to make a difference.

What could you do?

- Give talks, attend events, organise activities, support with our campaigns.

What impact will you have?

- Raise funds, raise awareness, recruit other ambassadors.

What will you get in return?

- Meet like-minded people, receive training and support, gain experience and satisfaction, a flexible role to suit you.

Want to know more?

· You will need to be self-sufficient, as this is primarily a lone working role. However, there will be opportunities to connect with other volunteers and ShelterBox throughout the year.

· We’ll never pressure you into taking on a talk or activity. All we ask is that volunteers take part in 8 activities throughout the year.

· You may need to be able to drive or use public transport but it is not essential. You could give talks online instead on platforms such as Teams and/or Zoom.

· You can make the role your own, by adapting talks and creating your own opportunities. We can support you if you have an idea how to use your network of contacts or local knowledge to create your own local fundraising event.

· We are committed to creating a culture in which equity, diversity and inclusion are championed and valued across our international organisation and in all our work, and the personal responsibilities we are all expected to uphold as part of our roles here.

What to expect from us.

· Online training (both onboarding and ongoing opportunities).

· A t-shirt, name-badge, and other materials.

· Access to our Volunteer Resource page where you’ll find digital guides, case studies of people we have helped, resources for your chosen activity (including pre-prepared PowerPoint presentations and notes for Speakers).

· Access to and training in using our online portal to manage your diary and sign up for talks and events in your community.

· Buddying and shadowing opportunities with other volunteers.

· Support and guidance from a dedicated and passionate team who believe in the importance of volunteers.

· Fortnightly newsletters with the most up-to-date information.

Next steps.

We ask everyone to complete an application form, which is followed up with an informal interview (by phone/Zoom/Teams). If you and I both feel it’s a suitable role for you, we will take up references and then organise an induction for you.

Thank you for your interest in joining the ShelterBox family. 

Do you want to gain professional writing skills and have your named work viewed by thousands? Do you have a passion for great literature or fine art or classical or contemporary music or history or archaeology or something else in the humanities? Do you love to learn about other cultures, their cuisine, customs and language? Do you want to join a vibrant community of writers? Then write for us!

The Cultural Me helps our subscribers learn about the arts and culture the same way they would learn a new language. We are a tech company and are developing artificial intelligence-assisted learning.

We are looking for writers to research and write micro-articles (roughly 300–350 words) on selected subjects, for example, a piece on Tolstoy, or Early Renaissance to Contemporary Art, or Latin American magic realism to Postcolonial Literature, or Sri Lankan culture, or Beethoven, or Film... You will also be involved in editing contributions from other writers.

If you have never written professionally before, then don't worry: all we ask for is a Bachelor’s Degree in the Arts and Humanities. We are also happy to consider you if you have alternative qualifications — provided you can demonstrate specialist subject matter knowledge in one or more areas in the arts and culture (and you love reading). The articles we produce (unlike popular media) are to the best academic standards. The ideal person, therefore, should enjoy writing articles that are well-researched yet written in an accessible format suitable for the public at large.

Here is what you can expect from us in return for your voluntary work:

• Detailed and friendly, one-to-one editorial feedback on almost every line you write.
• How to write for a busy mainstream reader: developing a story.
• A language and style guide reflecting modern trends in mainstream media.
• The chance to develop a deeper understanding of the arts, history, philosophy...
• Publication of your work to a global audience on a fast-growing platform.
• A link to your writing portfolio to include in your CV.
• A chance to join our diverse community of writers in our active chat space with the option to contribute to our growing social feed on the Cultural Me website.

In addition, if you provide The Cultural Me as a reference for a potential job, we will provide a personalised reference based on your portfolio. Our writers have secured jobs with organisations such as the Red Cross, Kobalt Music, Oxford University Museums, amongst others.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a passion for the arts and culture to join a community on a worthy mission. If you love the idea, then please email Emma by clicking on ‘Apply’ and writing a short cover letter explaining what you like about the role.

COMMENTS FROM OUR WRITERS

Claire Woods — MA Creative Writing, Open University

‘The editors have a keen eye for detail, and I’m learning so much already!’

Florence Gildea — MPhil Sociology, University of Cambridge

‘The level of support, the attention to detail and the encouragement I experienced while writing for The Cultural Me was absolutely unprecedented in all my years of writing. Editing is an underappreciated skill these days, as people are keen to publish content as quickly as possible. It is a testament to the commitment of the Editors at The Cultural Me for producing resources of the highest quality that they put so much time and effort into working with writers like me. I felt both stretched and valued.’

Zoe Willis — BA French and German, University of Bristol

‘Working on The Cultural Me micro-articles really made me interrogate what I was writing, making sure the subject was absolutely clear for those reading it. At university, you are never told to examine each sentence as to how it fits in with your argument.’

Elise Czyzowska — BA English Literature & Language, University of Oxford

‘Writing for The Cultural Me has allowed me to continue practising my analytical reading from university, and given me the opportunity to share my thoughts on the literature I know and love.’

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Tom Mackinnon — BA History of Art, University of Cambridge

‘Since starting to write for The Cultural Me, I’ve actually learned a lot about writing for mainstream readers. At the same time, I really enjoy being able to keep in touch with the topics I love. I do recommend this experience to anyone wanting to pursue a career in writing, curation or education.’

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SAMPLE WRITER PROFILES

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Judith — https://thecultural.me/people/Judith-Kuthy-109397

Ashly — https://thecultural.me/people/Ashly-Cork-109382

Christina — https://thecultural.me/people/Christina-Apostolidou-109357

Katerina — https://thecultural.me/people/Katerina-Koukouthaki-109393

Satkartar — https://thecultural.me/people/Satkartar-Chaggar-109383

Long Covid SOS is a registered charity dedicated to throwing a lifeline to people living with the impact of Long Covid by pushing for greater recognition and awareness, advocating for targeted research and providing support and resources. With a passionate team of volunteers and Trustees, we use our voice to promote recognition and understanding of the experiences of people with Long Covid and its devastating effects on their lives. We advocate for and encourage inclusive and appropriate research into Long Covid and support those with Long Covid to live the best lives they can by providing extensive resources and working with stakeholders to help secure effective and appropriate care and treatment for them.

Role overview:

As the Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will provide pivotal strategic and inspirational leadership and direction to the Board, ensuring that Long Covid SOS is effectively governed, and remains focused on its mission and strategic goals. This is a unique voluntary opportunity for an accomplished leader with strong governance experience to make a significant impact for those with Long Covid. You will act as an ambassador for the charity, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, partners and the wider community. The role is a remote position and will require a commitment of 2-4 days per month.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: -

· Collaborate closely with the CEO to support the delivery of Long Covid SOS’s strategic objectives.

· Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Board of Trustees, ensuring effective governance and oversight.

· Develop and articulate a clear vision for the charity’s future.

· Collaborate with fellow Trustees to establish strategic goals and objectives and devise an execution plan to achieve these goals.

· Ensure alignment between the charity’s mission and operational activities.

· Contribute to the charity’s fundraising strategy and ensure the charity stays on target to achieve its fundraising goals.

2. Trustee Engagement: -

· Promote a culture of active engagement, collaboration, and transparency within the Board, ensuring all Trustees are effectively contributing to discussions and decision-making.

3. Meeting Facilitation: -

· Lead Trustee meetings in a manner that encourages open dialogue, ensuring that every opinion is considered and respected.

· Ensure board meetings are effective, inclusive, and focused on the charity’s key priorities.

4. Governance: -

· Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements.

5. Ambassadorship: -

· The Chair will occasionally be asked to attend external events and meetings, enhancing the charity’s profile and building relationships with key stakeholders to further our goals.

Person Specification:

We are looking for an individual who embodies the spirit of Long Covid SOS and has:

• Proven experience in a significant leadership role within the charity, public or private sectors.
• Strong understanding of governance and board management, with experience in chairing meetings and committees.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• A strategic mindset and commitment to Long Covid SOS’s mission and values.
• Strong networking abilities, with experience building relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and donors.
•  An interest in a broad range of health areas, such a public health, healthcare and disability.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future direction of Long Covid SOS.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic environment working alongside passionate Trustees and volunteers.

Why Join Us?

As the Chair of Trustees of Long Covid SOS, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the Long Covid community while working alongside a dedicated CEO, volunteers and Trustees, who share a passion for health advocacy.

You will be instrumental in shaping the future direction of the charity, driving positive change and enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Applications will be accepted until noon on Monday 4 November 2024.

Join us in making a difference – your leadership could be the key in unlocking new possibilities for our community!

From JISJ to Access Academia

When the Journal of Intersectional Social Justice (JISJ) was created by Avery Benton, there were not any expectations for the project to be any more than that: a student-led academic publication. However, as the year rolled on, attention for the project widened and the project began to cover other topics and get involved in other realms of knowledge sharing, activism, and content creation. The creation of the seminal series, the Access Series, featured on the blog publication Intersections, springboarded the idea for the JISJ to turn into something much more than a simple academic publication. Now with charity registration looming ahead, the JISJ has undertaken a rebranding in anticipation of our official registration as a charity incorporated organisation (CIO) in the UK (application pending).

Access Academia

Access Academia is a student-led charitable initiative founded in 2021. We promote student research and community dialogue on issues of intersectional social justice, such as race, gender, and sexuality. Our team consists of 30+ students and researchers based in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia, and the US. We are in the process of being registered as a charity in the UK. We publish the multidisciplinary Journal for Intersectional Social Justice and Intersections blog, both of which showcase student research on social justice topics, including climate change, gender equality, queer rights, anti-racism, decolonization practices, and the visibility of marginalised communities and more! Access Academia also runs the online publication, Intersections, housed on Medium.

We value diversity, inclusivity, and the active participation of individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and creating an inclusive work environment. Join our team and contribute to our mission of promoting intersectional social justice.

Disclaimer: All of our roles are unpaid, volunteer roles! All applicants applying thus acknowledge that this is an unpaid, but much appreciated, labour role and agree to volunteer their time as advertised on the role requirements. We thank all applicants for their commitment to social justice and change and for their willingness to commit their time and energy to our project! Benefits are expected to include 20 days’ holiday, up to 3 days’ paid holiday, bank holidays and the benefit of always working remotely – no office commuting, and a starting salary of up to GBP 14,000. Salary is a base expectation but is strongly subjected to the amount of funding Access Academia receives in its first instance of grant applications. Salaries are expected to expand to up to GBP 20,000 for a part-time role within the next 3-4 years as a long-term sustainable funding goal of the project.

Role Overview

The Head of Programmes and Events is a Senior Staff role with Access Academia. This position reports to the Director of Outreach and Marketing and CEO and is responsible for planning and organising various programmes and events related to social justice and research. The main purpose of this role is to develop and execute strategies and logistics on programme and event level, including liaison with stakeholders and volunteers. This role is a part-time role, with expected max 18-20 working hours per week.

Job Description

• Identify and research funding or grant opportunities to realise programmes and events
• Understand the objectives and interests of Access Academia and funders, partners or stakeholders to adapt programmes and events for mutual benefit
• Communicate strategically with the Access Academia team and funders, partners, speakers or stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of programmes and events
• Be the primary point of contact regarding programmes and events and proactively address enquiries with support of the Access Academia team
• Manage programme and event budgets, including maintaining financial records and processing payments with support of the Access Academia team
• Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers to ensure successful delivery of programmes and events
• Devise strategies and mechanisms to evaluate the performance of programmes and events
• Develop programme and event academic materials, proposals, marketing materials, presentations and reports for funders, partners, speakers, stakeholders and participants with support of the Access Academia team
• Create unique academic-based programmes, collaborations, and Fellowship opportunities with the Access Academia team

Person Specifications

• Prior experience in programme and event management, bid writing or related work
• Degree in marketing, social sciences, or related field
• Recent graduate 2> years preferred, current final year students or graduate students encouraged to apply
• Strong organisational and time management skills in remote team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently with self-initiative and responsively with external parties
• Passion for social justice and intersectional issues
• Experience in running hybrid events is a plus

About our opportunities 

Canine Partners are looking for caring family homes to provide pre-planned care for holidays, emergencies, rehabilitation and rehoming for dogs in partnership, change of career dogs or retired dogs waiting for their forever home. We welcome registration for one or all our foster roles in the areas, Aberdeenshire, Invernesshire and Ayrshire. 

What we require from you 

• The primary Fosterer must be 18 years or over. 

• Be in Aberdeenshire, Invernesshire or Ayrshire areas of Scotland 

• If you are a dog owner, you can have two pet dogs of suitable temperament. Your pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment. They must be over 18 months of age. 

• At home for most of the day

• Access to own transport to travel to vet appointments. 

• Reside in a house/bungalow/ground floor flat with a dog friendly secure garden (non-shared). 

• To maintain the dog’s health, welfare. With support and training, to recognise behaviour/health concerns, report them immediately to your Canine Partners staff support.

• Settling your foster dog into a new home requires time and patience, from them and you. It can take a while for them to feel completely relaxed. Settling in period will be different with each puppy/dog. 

• Keep in touch with your staff point of contact with regular updates.

• Understand that the dog in your care remains under the ownership of Canine Partners. 

Support and Training 

• Induction process which includes submitting of information form, telephone interview, home visit, training, and handling sessions 

• We allocate a Canine Partners trainer/staff point of contact as your first point of contact. 

• Receive regular training, resources, and other essential information via your trainer. This may be in the format of physical copies, digital, webinars or in person. 

• No previous dog ownership experience is needed but you must meet the criteria listed above to be considered. 

• Pre-approved payment of expenditure such as mileage

• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group 

 
About the opportunity 

This role involves providing talks to a variety of groups, schools and organisations within your local area, raising awareness of the charity and promoting our fundraising activities. 

There is no minimum commitment. Times can vary, and you can choose which talks you attend. Talks mainly take place during the week, with some evenings and weekends. The length of each talk will vary depending on the group’s requirements. 

Talk requests are handled by our fundraising team, however you can secure your own talks if you wish. 

By volunteering you will:

• Be a valued member of our charity. 

• Meet like-minded people. 

• Have fun by joining a friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive team of volunteers. 

• Visit some fantastic locations throughout the UK. 

• Become an invaluable part of our team and whatever time you can give, will help us to continue our life-transforming work. 

‘Without the continued hard work and support from our volunteers, we would not be able to provide our clients with our life changing dogs’ 

What is involved 

• Giving talks about the charity to groups, schools, and organisations local to you.

• Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do.

• Handing out literature, taking donations, cheque presentations and directing people to our website. 

• Use your great customer service skills to enhance people’s interactions with the charity. 

• Meet people of all ages and backgrounds. 

• Raising awareness of volunteer opportunities with the charity. 

What we require from you 

• Age 18 and over. 

• Attendance at an annual speaker training session. 

• Access to your own transport with flexibility to visit different locations. 

• A polite, confident, and personable manner. 

• Experience of public speaking or delivering presentation to small groups. 

• Comfortable using Powerpoint presentations and showing YouTube videos. 

• Excellent customer service skills. 

• Most opportunities require standing for the duration of the session and/or being in a busy environment. Please advise us if you have any concerns about this, and we will do our best to support you. 

Support and Training 

• Training on our systems and processes 

• Public liability insurance cover when attending talks. 

• Reimbursement of expenses 

• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group 

• A point of contact who will support you in your role. 

• Volunteer clothing and ID badge. 

 
About the opportunity 

This role involves helping with events nationally, and local our Midlands Centre, throughout the year. There is no minimum commitment. We are always grateful for an extra pair of hands to help with setting up events and tidying up afterwards.

Times can vary, and you can choose to help all day or a morning/afternoon session. 
 

By volunteering you will:

• Be a valued member of our charity. 

• Meet like-minded people. 

• Have fun by joining a friendly, enthusiastic, and supportive team of volunteers. 

• Visit some fantastic locations throughout the UK. 

• Become an invaluable part of our team and whatever time you can give, will help us to continue our life-transforming work. 

‘Without the continued hard work and support from our volunteers, we would not be able to provide our clients with our life changing dogs’ 

What is involved 

• Signing up to volunteer at events local to you, is a great way to enjoy a day out while giving back to your local community.

• Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do.

• Visitors at events hugely benefit from their interactions with volunteers who are the ‘friendly, welcoming face’ of Canine Partners. 

• Handing out leaflets, taking donations, helping with activities (i.e., selling raffle tickets, tombola) directing people to our website. 

• Use your great customer service skills to enhance people’s interactions with the charity. 

• Meet people of all ages and backgrounds. 

• Raising awareness of volunteer opportunities. 

What we require from you 

• Age 18 and over 

• Flexibility to visit different locations. 

• A polite, confident, and personable manner. 

• Excellent customer service skills 

• Most opportunities require standing for the duration of the session and/or being in a busy environment. Please advise us if you have any concerns about this, and we will do our best to support you. 

Support and Training 

• Training on our systems and processes. 

• Reimbursement of expenses. 

• Briefings about each event via email, in advance to attending on the day. 

• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group. 

• A point of contact who will support you in your role. 

• Volunteer clothing and ID badge. 

What is involved 

This is considered a full-time volunteer role. The brood will live with you from approximately 14-18 months of age until retirement.

• With guidance support and advice from our breeding team maintain the broods health and welfare, including maintaining a good weight and fitness level along with basic training and general obedience. 

• Be available for and attend training sessions within the working week that will involve:

• home visits 

• virtual online training

• one-to-ones 

• Be available to take the brood for essential veterinary visits as required. 

• The brood will have approximately two seasons per year and will stay at home during her season. Advice on management or any veterinary visits required during the season, will be given by our breeding team. 

• The brood will have one litter per year from the age of two, up to a maximum of four litters. Each litter will be born within the home and the puppies will remain with the brood until they are approximately eight weeks old and ready to go to their puppy parents (plenty of opportunities for puppy cuddles). Full support, guidance and training will be provided by our breeding team throughout the broods’ mating season, pregnancy, whelping and litter. Equipment for the litter is provided. 

• Whilst the brood has a litter – we ask that pet dogs have restricted exercise (full information and guidance is given by the breeding team). This measure is to minimise the risk of infection to the litter. 

• The dog breeding volunteer will have updates throughout each litters training.

What we require from you 

• The primary dog breeding volunteer must be 18 years or over 

• Have a dog friendly secure garden

• Be at home for most of the day and ideally live within one hour of LE12 9SR 

• Though desirable, prior dog ownership is not required 

• If you are a dog owner, you cannot have an entire male dog. Maximum of three pet dogs which will be assessed on a case-by-case basis considering the size of pet dogs, along with available space within in the property. Any pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment.

• Time and stamina to provide the brood with a minimum of one hour's exercise per day (this can be completed in one or multiple walks). 

• Time to provide training sessions to maintain basic obedience. 

• Access to own transport to travel the brood on essential journeys such as veterinary appointments and pre-mating tests as required. 

• Have time and stamina to devote to the brood and her litter. The brood cannot be routinely left for more than four hours in a day. 

• Have space within the home for the brood and her litter. 

Support and Training 

• Induction process which includes submitting of application, telephone interview, home visit, training and handling sessions. 

• Each volunteer is allocated a member of the Canine Partners breeding team as their first point of contact. 

• Receive regular training, resources and other important information via your trainer; this may be in the format of physical copies, digital or in person. 

• All equipment for the litter is provided. 

• Our breeding team will offer continued support throughout the pregnancy and litter. 

• Payment of expenditure such as mileage to and from a pre-mating test 

• Invitation to join Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group 

What is involved 

We consider this a full time volunteer role as the puppy / dog will live with you from 8 weeks old until it is ready to progress into advanced training. This is between 14 to 18 months old 

• Be available for and attend training session that will involve:

• home visits 

• virtual online training

• one-to-ones 

• regular group puppy training classes 

• Regular visits within your local community to various environments to expose the puppy to the following conditions in order to socialise them: busy town environments, car travel, public transport, children, cats, other dogs (different breeds), and other domestic animals 

• With our guidance, support and advice from our expert trainers, they will teach you the fundamentals of puppy socialisation as well as simple commands and exercises. For example: 

•  Home behaviour 

• Social behaviour

• Walking on a lead 

• Off lead exercise 

• General obedience 

• Maintaining the dog’s health and welfare and, via support and training, to recognise behaviour/health concerns and report them immediately to your Canine Partners trainer 
  
   

  What we require from you 

• The primary puppy volunteer must be 18 years or over 

• Reside in a house/bungalow/ground floor flat with a dog friendly secure garden (non-shared), with a designated dog toileting area (this will be discussed during interview) 

• If you are a dog owner, you can have two pet dogs of suitable temperament. Your pet dogs will be assessed as part of the home assessment. They must be over 18 months of age 

• At home for most of the day and live ideally with-in 45 minutes’ drive of MK40 post code (Bedford), DE post code (Derby), RG22 4NJ, RG27 0SR, GU10 4EG, GU9 8LR postcode (East Berkshire), HU16 postcode (Hull), LE4 post code (Leics & Notts), NG24 post code (Newark), PO20 0LG, PO20 2HG postcode (South Hampshire), B74 post code (Staffordshire & West Midlands), RG20 6 post code (West Berkshire), RH16 3PD, RH16 1LT postcode (West Sussex)

• Time to provide the puppy with the socialisation and education it needs to prepare for advanced training 

• Stamina to manage a young active puppy / dog 

• Access to own transport to travel to classes and training locations on a regular basis 

• Understand that the dog in your care remains under the ownership of Canine Partners 

• Support and Training 

• Induction process which includes submitting of information form, telephone interview, home visit, training and handling sessions 

• Each volunteer is allocated a Canine Partners trainer as their first point of contact 

• Receive regular training, resources and other important information via your trainer, this may be in the format of physical copies, digital or in person 

• No previous dog ownership experience is needed but you must meet the criteria listed above to be considered 

• Holiday cover arranged 

• Payment of expenditure such as mileage to and from a training session with a Canine Partner representative 

• Invitation to join our Official Canine Partners Community Facebook Group