Volunteer Roles in Home Based

Do you want to create impactful change addressing critical global challenges? 

Do you have a collaborative approach to relationship building, a successful track record of leading through change, experience in convening and a commitment to our mission? 

About Forum for the Future 

Forum for the Future, one of the world’s leading international sustainability non-profits with an over 25-year track record, works to influence the arc of change towards a just and regenerative future. We inspire change-actors to step up their ambition, stretch their vision and find pathways that are systemic, strategic and tackle root causes of our current crises. 

Our current trustee board is a committed group who are passionate about helping Forum to deliver its mission.​​ 

We are looking for the following key attributes from candidates: 

• A deep understanding of how philanthropy operates at a global level, with a specific understanding of the philanthropy landscape in ideally two of our four geos (UK/Europe, US, SE Asia and India), ideally with either Board or Senior Management experience with a grant-giving foundation. 

• Experience in any of our Deep and Urgent Transition areas (Food, Energy, Purpose of Business) 

• A desire to deliver the mission of Forum for the Future, to deliver a shift towards a just and regenerative future. 

About the role 

We are recruiting for a trustee for our UK charity, but you do not need to be based in the UK to apply. Trustee meetings normally take place at 2.00pm-5.00pm UK/GMT time.  

The role description is here 

We do not have an ‘ideal’ candidate in mind as we recognise and value the range of diverse experiences that people can bring to a role. If you do not meet all the requirements outlined in the job description but still believe you have the right mix of skills and experience to thrive in this role and further Forum’s ambitious goals for change, we encourage you to apply.

If this piqued your interest, please read on, and apply to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application! 

Recruitment process 

To apply please send your CV and a brief note explaining why you are applying 

The application deadline is the end of the day 24 February 2025 and interviews will take place in March.

Equal Opportunities 

Forum for the Future wholeheartedly supports the principle of equal opportunities in employment. We promote and support equality, diversity and inclusion both in our own workplace and through our work with our partners and the wider public.  We actively support and promote diversity as an essential component of sustainability, and as a key element of our organisational values. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, caste, religion or belief. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those who identify as disabled, LGBTQ, ethnic minorities, and come from diverse social and educational backgrounds. 

Shannon Trust Volunteer Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Volunteer

Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy levels amongst people in prison?

Shannon Trust’s vision is of a future where everyone can experience the positive impact of learning.  As our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) Volunteer your role will help us to make this a reality by providing support with a variety of EDIB administrative tasks. This will include supporting with organising EDIB meetings, training and events, taking minutes for EDIB meetings and focus groups, explore EDIB data and information, and other EDIB related admin tasks as needed. We are seeking a proactive, committed, and enthusiastic individual to join our team and help us continue our journey.

This is a home-based role and we are looking for a volunteer who can commit to 7 hours per week on a consistent and reliable basis - the role has been listed as permanent however this is a voluntary role only. The individual will ideally have previous experience of working with a Diversity and Inclusion role or is keen to gain experience.  The ideal candidate will have an awarenss of religous and cultural events, able to operate relevant IT applications including Microsoft Office, have experience of working under pressure and to deadlines and have access to a personal laptop and homeworking space. 

Volunteer benefits include; induction training and ongoing training, support and development in the role, flexible working, recognition for your contribution and reimbursement of expenses where applicable. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.

We welcome volunteer applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions.

Closing date: Midnight Monday 3 March - Please note interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and we may close this vacancy early. 

We’re Mind, the leading mental health charity. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. We provide advice and support to empower anybody experiencing a mental health problem and we campaign to improve services, raise awareness, and promote understanding.

About the volunteer role

 The aim of our People Team Volunteer is to support our team with administrative support across people projects and day-to-day activity within the department, across recruitment, onboarding, and exit processes.

Key tasks

• Supports with People project administration.
• Supports with recruitment and onboarding, including references, supporting with pre-employment checks and issuing documentation.
• Supports the People Team in answering emails from the shared inboxes.
• Assists with ensuring that the People files are well organised and that documents are easy to locate.
• Assists with the maintenance of employee records within our People system.
• Supports with the completion of written reference requests, flagging any potential issues to the People Advisors for prompt action.
• Sends out recruitment materials to shops & the field teams in a timely manner (e.g. posters)
• Sends out induction materials to shops & field teams in a timely manner (e.g. induction workbooks)
• Demonstrates our values of: We put people first, We’re stronger together, We speak up for what’s right, We never stop learning and We demand better for mental health

 About You

• Good communication skills
• IT literate & able to use the MS office applications – Outlook, Word, Excel
• Good organisational skills
• High attention to detail

Experience & skills you will gain

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of working within a People/HR administrative role
• Exposure to key stages of the employee lifecycle and the relevant processes
• Understanding of key processes within the recruitment cycle
• Exposure to employee relations cases and how these are managed in accordance with policy & procedure

Our Commitment

 We are committed to becoming actively anti-racist in everything we do. This is a critical priority for Mind. We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation, recognising different perspectives, will enable us to provide excellent services. We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equity in physical and mental health for all.

Wekume

Wekume is a comprehensive mobile app designed to provide university students in Uganda with seamless access to reproductive health services, including counseling, testing, products, and health education, while also offering personal development resources like business incubation and career-building opportunities.

Social Media Manager

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

Develop and schedule posts for Wekume’s social media platforms.

Manage social media platforms for Wekume including new and existing platforms.

Engage with followers and respond to queries promptly.

Create campaigns to raise awareness about reproductive health and Wekume’s services.

Monitor social media analytics and optimize strategies for growth.

Think of content to post relevant to sexual and reproductive health

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months

Oasis Local Charity Trustee – North East Board

We are seeking new Trustees who can bring a range of skills and experiences that will help us to move closer to our vision of community - a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential.

Joining our North East Board you would become a trustee overseeing our local charities in Sheffield, Grimsby and Scunthorpe.

Founded in 1985, Oasis' vision is for community - a place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. We have developed a unique and successful Community Hub model, which brings everyone together to ensure people’s needs are met holistically. Our experience shows that integrated models involving local people, schools, professionals, statutory agencies, churches and other charities are vital in transforming lives and communities.

The Community Hub concept has been replicated across England and in other countries worldwide. Our work in the UK includes running over 20 local Community Hub charities. We don’t just do things for people, we work alongside them with the aim of helping everyone reach their full potential.

As a Trustee, you will have responsibility for:

• Critiquing and agreeing strategy
• Income generation
• Project oversight
• Safeguarding the Oasis ethos and reputation

We are also seeking a new Chair who would have the following additional responsibilities:

Our unique governance structure, means that you have additional support to ease the burden that can be associated with local trusteeship, freeing you up to focus specifically on those tasks outlined above.

We are looking for people who:

• Have a passion for community transformation and the vision of Oasis
• Are able to ask challenging questions
• Have time to attend four meetings year, with occasional extraordinary meetings when required.
• Are local to Sheffield, Scunthorpe or Grimsby.

We are also seeking to appoint a new Chair of the board who in addition to the above will:

• foster and maintain productive relationships with and among individual trustees.
• create a positive environment for a high performing team.
• chair meetings effectively and efficiently, bringing impartiality and objectivity to the decision making process.

We encourage diversity amongst our Trustees, and we would applications from a diverse range of people in the community.

We are committed to provide a training and support package to our Trustees.

To apply or find out more please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs Website.

Deadline for applications 28th February 2025

Cattery Assistant (Northwood, Middlesex)

RSPCA North West London and South Hertfordshire Branch

Can you help us improve the welfare of our cats? We are looking for volunteers to help care for the cats in our cattery to keep them fed, watered, and clean. You will learn new skills and make our cats very happy whilst they wait for their forever home.

Overview of opportunity

By volunteering at our cattery, you would be helping us get through the essential tasks so we can spend extra time with our cats. As well as assisting with their feeding and the cleaning of the cattery, you will also be working closely with the team allowing you to get more involved and learn new skills. This opportunity to help our cats is extremely rewarding, knowing that you have improved their welfare and made them happy whilst they are waiting for their forever home.

The RSPCA Northwest London and South Hertfordshire Branch

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

Volunteer Cattery Assistant responsibilities

•  Preparing and providing food and water for the cats in the cattery.
•  Cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining the cattery to a high standard of cleanliness, so our cats are as comfortable as possible.
•  Following the health and safety procedures in place at the centre and ensuring that they are always   observed.
•  Spend time with cats in the cattery pens, actively playing with the cats and encouraging mobility from the cat
•  Keep records updated as directed by the rehoming staff.
•  Adhere to any other guidelines and notices about the welfare of the cats in the cattery. Groom and socialise the cats, being mindful that each will have their own temperament and   character.
•  Liaise with colleagues in the centre, branch staff and volunteers and update them on the cat’s welfare when needed

What we are looking for in a volunteer Cattery Assistant

•  Someone with knowledge of cats and can read their behaviour.
•  Is comfortable around cats and has a patient and understanding nature.
•  Can carry out physical tasks.
•  Someone who is flexible and can offer an ongoing commitment
• Able to work within a team but also capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Has a level of resilience as you will see the result of neglect and cruelty at first hand.
• Volunteers need to be aged 18 or over.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Cattery Assistant

•  A way to meet new people, make new friends in your local area.
•  A place where you will learn excellent new skills to add to your CV.
•  An excellent induction and training programme relevant to your role.
•  A fun environment at the heart of the local community.

This opportunity will make a huge difference to the welfare of the cats in our care. The vacancy is based at Northwood, Middlesex. Ideally the applicant would be available to work on  Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sunday’s mornings, with a commitment of 3 hours per week
 

We hope you are interested in volunteering at our animal centre!

We are seeking to complement the existing skills and knowledge and grow our Board by appointing a new trustee with knowledge and experience in financial management to become the designated Finance Trustee for BNOS.

You will support BNOS’s Board of Trustees and Treasurer by assisting with budgeting and other near- and long-term financial planning and provide oversight of financial reporting. You will work closely with the other trustees to oversee our financial governance and compliance with our legal and regulatory obligations. You will provide the Board with the confidence and knowledge to better make strategic decisions.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We believe that having a Board of Trustees with a range of skills and backgrounds can help us to develop as an organisation.

As a trustee you will play a vital role in our work as we navigate an exciting phase of development as a relatively newly registered charity. You may have previous trustee experience or be considering such a role for the first time.

Create Change through Arts Therapies , Lead with Purpose

We are looking for trustees to oversee the direction of the charity. We have delivered rapid growth over the last two years and now need to expand our Board of Trustees. By joining our board you will be: 

• Making a Lasting Impact: you can help transform lives through creative therapeutic support for individuals taking action to deal with their mental health.
• Shape the Future: you will be part of shaping the future of our charity as we expand services and reach more people in need.
• Use Your Expertise for Good: bring your professional skills to the board, whether in finance, education, governance, fundraising, or therapeutic services, and help guide the strategic direction of our charity.

We are seeking to fill our board with the following expertise: 

Experience in the following areas would be valuable:

• Finance and Accounting: To oversee the financial health of the charity, ensuring sustainability and growth.
• Fundraising and Income Generation: To support us in developing sustainable income streams, including grant applications, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
• Therapeutic Services and Arts Therapy: Professionals who understand the sector and can help shape our programmes in alignment with best practices in mental health care.
• Marketing and Communications: To help us raise the profile of Arts Therapies UK through digital strategies, media relations, and public engagement.
• Legal and Governance: Individuals with experience in charity law or governance to ensure we remain compliant with regulatory requirements.

Trustee Roles and Responsibilities:

As a trustee, you will:

• Ensure that the charity is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit.
• Provide strategic oversight of the charity’s projects and services, ensuring they align with the overall mission.
• Monitor financial performance and ensure the charity is operating within its means.
• Act as an advocate and ambassador for Arts Therapies UK, raising awareness of the charity’s work.
• Attend 6 weekly (approximetley) trustee meetings held online, an annual strategy day (in person), and contribute to subcommittees and requests for support where necessary.
• Uphold the charity’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Why Join Arts Therapies UK:

• Purpose-Driven Work: Support our mission that provides interventions to individuals facing mental health challenges across the whole country.
• Impact: Directly influence the charity’s ability to reach more people in need, through strategic decision-making and governance.
• Development: Build on your leadership and governance skills while making a meaningful difference in your community.
• Collaborative Board: Join a diverse and experienced group of trustees who are passionate about mental health and the arts.

If you are interested please read the attached role descriptions carefully and then submit a CV and brief covering letter. 

Who we are

Being Alongside was founded 40 years ago to help promote a holistic approach to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties.

The charity has a Christian foundation, operating non-denominationally and working with local groups which directly support individuals by ‘being alongside’ them through challenging times.

The role

​Do you want to join us on the journey of improving the care offered to those with mental health difficulties?

We are looking for a new Chair and up to three new Trustees to help us on our mission to improve spiritual and pastoral care in the mental health field.

Our primary activity is to encourage and support local projects, specifically drop-in café style initiatives and befriending schemes, including through the provision of seed corn funding for new projects.

We are a small charity with around 100 registered supporters, and one part time administrator. Expenditure has exceeded income for the last few years, but the trustees have adopted an ambitious approach to using our historic reserves to support new projects which deliver our charitable objects in communities across the country.

We are looking for a Chair (or individuals interested in being a Co-Chair) and Trustees to help navigate the next stage of the charity’s journey, including taking decisions on future fundraising strategy.

We are particularly keen to attract trustees with accounting/finance, governance or fundraising experience, and hope to appoint new office holders from May 2025 for an initial period of three years.

Trustee meetings are held once a quarter, for two hours, usually in central London. While online attendance is possible, we encourage trustees to attend in person for at least two meetings per year. Trustees are also encouraged to attend occasional events organised by the charity.

While both of these roles are voluntary, expenses will be fully reimbursed.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a Video Editor for the International Humanity Foundation (IHF)! We are looking for talented and creative individuals to help us produce visually compelling content that highlights our mission to provide education to underprivileged children.

Role Requirements

As a Video Editor, you will:

Edit raw footage into polished and engaging videos.

Add graphics, animations, and subtitles to enhance video quality.

Collaborate with the podcast and media teams to create promotional materials.

Work on highlight reels and trailers to showcase IHF’s work and podcast content.

Ensure all videos align with IHF’s branding and storytelling goals.

Skills We Value

Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).

Creative storytelling through visual media.

Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Experience in graphic design or animation is a plus.

A collaborative and flexible attitude.

Benefits of Volunteering with IHF

By joining our team, you will:

Gain valuable experience in video editing and storytelling for a global nonprofit.

Build your portfolio with impactful content.

Collaborate with a diverse, creative, and passionate team.

Contribute to a cause that empowers underprivileged children through education.

Receive a certificate of recognition and appreciation for your contributions.

About IHF

The International Humanity Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on providing education to children in underserved communities. We believe in creating stories that inspire change and empower lives.

Collect for our Great Daffodil Appeal

Thank you for your interest in collecting for us – prepare to have bucketloads of fun!

Collect for Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal this March 2025 and help us make sure that we can be there for more people at the end of their lives, in their homes and in our hospices.

Locate your nearest collection point via our link provided.

• Collect Donations: Act as a representative for Marie Curie, collecting funds with buckets or tins.
• Promote: Spread awareness and share information about what we do at Marie Curie in your community.

Key Skills and Qualities:

• Polite and organised.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Passionate about raising funds for Marie Curie

A typical 2-hour collection shift can raise up to £85. That's enough to fund almost 4 hours of expert nursing care or 5 calls to our Support Line. Every shift can make a real difference

With your support, we can help bring end of life care and support to everyone who needs it.

If you want to go the extra mile, why not become a Collections Organiser? You'll help raise even more vital funds for Marie Curie.

Our trustees play a vital role in making sure that R-evolution achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity.

Who we are

Engaging with communities to improve their quality of life, wellbeing and skills through innovative and engaging projects which encourage people to get outdoors, be more active and develop new skills, primarily in the Yorkshire and Humber area, in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs. These activities aid carbon reduction through cycles and horticulture.

The role

The role of a finance trustee includes:

· Liaising with the finance manager and CEO in the day-to day finances of the organisation

· Attending finance sub-committees every quarter

· Attending full board meetings every quarter

· Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements.

· Ensuring the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs.

· Ensuring that the charity has an appropriate reserves policy.

· Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place.

· Advising on the financial implications of the organisation’s strategic plans.

· Monitoring the organisation’s investment activity. Ensuring it is consistent with the organisation’s policies, aims and legal responsibilities.

· Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies such as The Charity Commission.

· Ensuring that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required and any recommendations are implemented such as via an independent examination.

· Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities.

All trustees share responsibility for making sure that the charity’s money is safe, used properly and accounted for. Trustees must:

· act in the interests of their charity and its beneficiaries

· protect and safeguard the assets of their charity

· act with reasonable care and skill.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

· Financial qualifications and experience.

· 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 of Community, Empowerment, Integrity and Creativity

· Some experience of charity finance, fundraising and pension schemes.

· Being prepared to make recommendations to the board.

· A willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Terms of office

· Trustees are appointed for a 3 year term of office, renewal for further terms will be done through election at the Annual General Meeting.

· This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

Time commitment

· Attending approximately 4 full Board meetings annually and 4 finance subcommittee meetings annually. Currently meetings are held across the Humber region and can be accessed remotely.

· Completing trustee training.

DBS checks

· R-evolution is committed to safeguarding and trustees will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Voluntary Discipleship Ambassadors (part time)

ETS is a small but growing UK based Christian charity, which is looking to expand its discipleship and evangelism training throughout the UK and the English-speaking nations.

We are looking for a people of faith who can identify with our aims; a mature Christian who is comfortable in networking with Church leaders.  Although this is a voluntary position, we anticipate that this role may be salaried at some point in the future.

In our present phase, we require Ambassadors in all regions of the UK. As an ETS Ambassador, you will be our first contact to many pastors and leaders in both the UK and to other English-speaking nations. Therefore, your main role is to open doors and to reflect our passion and ability to make disciples of all nations, through our unique one-day training and manuals.  Once the door of opportunity has been opened, we can take over and explain in more detail. 

As our ETS Ambassador, your role will involve reaching out to churches to promote our discipleship and evangelism training. This will be by targeted emails, letters, and phone calls, which will be backed up and supported by our Admin and Fundraising Officers.

ETS is based in Peterborough, and we expect any applicant to work from home/remote (hybrid) along with attending meetings over zoom. We will only interview applicants who are UK based. There may be occasional team meetings at Allia Business Centre, Peterborough, but traveling costs will be reimbursed, along with phone calls and other approved expenses.

Salary: This is a voluntary role and you are expected to pay your own taxes (if applicable)

Hours of work: This is a part-time role and we will negotiate the hours per month, but these can be carried out at different times during the week.

We would require a commitment of three months, with the possibility of extension.

Safeguarding: Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.

We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, employees and supporters.

A bit about this role

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.

What can you expect to be doing?

· Supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers

· Planning fundraising events and activities with your team

· Allocating tasks before and during fundraising events

· Keeping financial records from fundraising events

· Encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection 

· Following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by helping raise funds and awareness through organising local events. You will also meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

· Great people skills and the ability to bring out the best in others

· Excellent organisational skills

· The ability to prioritise and delegate

· An appreciation of the importance of handling money and charity resources responsibly

· Fine-tuned communication skills and a passion for engaging with people within your local community

· Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided

· Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.

The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we come into contact with as part of our activities.