Human Resources Volunteer Roles

Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) - Interview Management Team!

�� Help Shape Our Humanitarian Team! Join the IHF Interview Management Team ��

Are you organized, empathetic, and passionate about connecting people with meaningful roles? Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF) as a member of our remote *Interview Management Team*. Play a critical role in recruiting volunteers who are eager to make a difference in the world.

What You’ll Do:

- Coordinate Interviews: Oversee and conduct interviews with potential volunteers, guiding them through our application process and creating a welcoming experience.

- Promote IHF’s Mission: Clearly communicate IHF’s values and mission, ensuring that volunteers understand the importance of their role.

- Match Talents with Needs: Work closely with other teams to ensure that volunteers are placed in roles that align with their skills and interests.

Why Join IHF?

- Impactful Recruitment: You’ll be helping us find passionate individuals who will carry out important humanitarian work.

- Skill Development: Gain experience in human resources, recruitment, and cross-cultural communication.

- Work Remotely: Enjoy the flexibility to make an impact from wherever you are.

Requirements:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Experience in recruitment, interview management, or HR is beneficial.

- A positive attitude and a commitment to IHF’s mission to help communities worldwide.

Be a Part of Our Mission– Join IHF’s Interview Management Team and help us build a community of dedicated volunteers committed to making a difference.

The Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership is a great local charity looking for a volunteer to coordinate, support and motivate our other volunteers. We provide practical and emotional support to refugees, asylum-seekers and other vulnerable migrants in our community. We have a pool of around 80 dedicated volunteers helping a caseload of around 150 individuals and families affected by immigration issues at any given time. 

As Volunteer Coordinator your responsibilities would include:

• Working with the Office Manager to support prospective volunteers through our application process and organise training for volunteers
• Working with other Coordinators to help new volunteers to settle in to various roles
• Supporting and advising volunteers on issues arising, in consultation with other Coordinators and the Committee
• Building relationships with volunteers, staff, clients and local organisations
• Organising regular volunteer evenings throughout the year to enable volunteers to meet each other and share best practice

We ask for a time commitment of about 5 hours a week and you will need to be based in or near Watford & Three Rivers. We're looking for someone with the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (essential)
• Good organisation skills (essential)
• A good understanding of - and commitment to - equality, diversity and inclusion (essential)
• Experience of coordinating or managing people in previous voluntary or paid roles (essential)
• Knowledge of the issues facing refugees, asylum-seekers and other vulnerable migrants (desirable)

We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnic minority and migrant backgrounds, who are under-represented among our volunteers.

If you would like to join our friendly volunteer team we would love to hear from you!

Michael Roberts Charitable Trust (MRCT), a cornerstone of Harlow's community support network, is seeking four passionate and dedicated practicing Christians to join its Board of Trustees.

What will you be doing?

MRCT provides vital services to those in need in and around Harlow. These services include the Harlow Foodbank, Maybury Open Door (drop-in centre), Bump to Five (baby bank), Harlow Community School Uniform Exchange, the Bounty Club Community Supermarket, the Hive Community Forum and the Community Cafe. 

We rely on the commitment of our Trustees to ensure responsible governance and continued impact, all motivated by our strong Christian ethos. Currently, we are seeking to recruit new trustees to bring extra skills and experience to our board.

As a Trustee, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the MRCT.  Your expertise will be vital in guiding the Trust's strategic direction, overseeing financial management, and ensuring compliance with UK charity law.

Key tasks:

• Embrace the organisation’s vision, mission and values.
• Ensure the charity complies with its governing document and charity law.
• Ensure focus on strategy, performance, risk and assurance rather than operational matters.
• Act with integrity, making objective decisions without undue influence by special or personal interests.
• Ensure openness and accountability, build public trust and confidence in MRCT’s work and legitimacy in representing beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Uphold collective responsibility of the board.
• Commit sufficient time and energy to the role of trustee and make reasonable use of own skills and experience to support the work of the board and MRCT.
• Ensure an understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion.

What are we looking for?

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to their local Christian church. Our ideal candidates would:

• Share our passion for supporting the Harlow community.
• Possess strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Be an effective team player with excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate the 7 principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
• Able to commit the time and effort required.
• Bring relevant capabilities that help the board perform its role effectively and achieve  MRCT’s vision.
• Pray for and thus actively contribute to the Trust's work.

MRCT would particularly welcome applications from those with experience in one (or more) of the following areas: 

• Finance: To provide guidance on financial best practice.
• Marketing & Communications: Helping to raise awareness of the Trust's work and attract new supporters.
• Human Resources: Providing guidance on recruitment, management, and development.
• Volunteer Management: Providing guidance on recruitment, management, and development of volunteers.
• Fundraising: Providing insight with regard to effective fundraising strategies.
• Legal: experience or knowledge of Charity Law.

What difference will you make?

This is a voluntary role offering the rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. By supporting the governance of MRCT, you are part of a team providing a vital holistic support function in your local community, ensuring a dignified experience to anyone visiting or anyone who comes into contact with MRCT.

Can You Help Drive People to Places Forward?

Your role as a Trustee is not only to oversee the strategic direction and compliance of our charity but also to ensure that every decision made aligns with our core mission: delivering independence and tackling isolation.

What’s in it for you?

A Chance to Make an Impact: By volunteering as a Trustee, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of People to Places. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of those in our community who rely on our services, making a tangible and lasting difference.

Professional Growth: Being a Trustee for a reputable charity like People to Places will boost your professional profile and expand your skill set. It’s a unique opportunity to enhance your leadership abilities, financial management skills, and strategic thinking.

Networking Opportunities: Joining our vibrant team opens doors to valuable connections within the non-profit sector. Collaborate with like-minded professionals, build relationships, and forge partnerships that can enrich your career journey.

Feel-Good Factor: There’s nothing quite like the fulfilment of knowing that your efforts contribute to the well-being of others. You’ll be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change and improving lives.

Who we are looking for

People to Places always aim to have a range of experiences and backgrounds represented on our Board. We endeavour to have Trustees who can champion the following areas that benefit the smooth running of the charity:

Health and Social Care, Finance, Marketing, Accessibility, Human Resources, Legal Issues, Compliance & Risk, and the Local Voluntary Sector.

We are looking for motivated individuals with:

• A strong commitment to improving accessibility and quality of life for people with mobility issues.
• Professional or personal experience in strategic management, legal compliance, finance, or a related field.
• The ability to think creatively and strategically, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Role Description

As a member of the Board of Trustees to participate fully in the governance of the charity, sharing your skills, knowledge and experience to help develop and deliver the charity’s objectives and achieve the charity’s goals.

The duties of a Trustee are:

• to ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations
• to ensure the financial stability of the organisation
• ensuring that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document
• to ensure that the organisation uses its resources exclusively for the benefit of its objective
• to contribute actively to the Board of Trustees’ role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets
• to safeguard the good name and values of the organisation
• to ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation
• to protect and manage the property of the charity and to ensure the proper investment of the charity’s funds
• to appoint the Chief Executive Officer and monitor his/her performance

In addition to the above statutory duties, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions. This may involve: scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing guidance on new initiatives or other issues in which the Trustee has particular experience.

The Board of Trustees meet 6 times a year. Trustees can claim out of pocket expenses incurred in travelling to meetings.

View the full Trustee Role Description

Person Specification

A Trustee will have:

• a commitment to the organisation and its ethos
• a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
• an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship
• integrity
• a commitment to the seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
• strategic vision
• good, independent judgement
• an ability to think creatively
• a willingness to speak their mind
• an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of People to Places
• a willingness to consider taking senior governance roles within the charity
• to comply with Charity Commission rules as a “fit and proper person to act as a Trustee”

About Us

Since the Paris Agreement, global banks have poured a staggering $6.9t into the fossil fuel industry. At Bank.Green, our mission is to lower this vast carbon footprint via technology and consumer action. We empower bank customers with the tools and insights they need to influence their banks towards sustainable lending, or switch to greener alternatives. To date, our bank-checking tool has been used over 400,000 times by bank customers worldwide, while we have shifted a at least £35m towards bank who are financing a greener future. Through transparency, engagement, and innovation, we aim to redefine the role of banks in the fight against climate change.

Role Overview

As our HR Specialist, your role will be vital in sculpting the workforce that will carry our mission forward. You will help us grow by hiring passionate volunteers who are eager to contribute to our cause. Your work will ensure that our remote team members are well-integrated into our organisational culture and are kept abreast with all necessary processes and tools to make a tangible impact in our advocacy efforts.

Commitment

This role is currently volunteer-based and we are seeking a commitment of 5-10 hours per week. We are looking for somebody to come on long-term, but are open to shorter-term applicants.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the hiring of volunteers, from job posting to working with Directors on candidate selection, to conducting interviews.
• Continue refining our existing HR processes to align with our remote work environment.
• Working with People Coordinator to ensuring a smooth transition for volunteers beginning and ending their tenure.
• Foster a positive organisational culture that supports our mission and values, even in a fully remote setting.
• Provide ongoing support to volunteers to familiarise them with organisational processes and digital tools.

Desired Skills

• Experience in Human Resources, particularly in hiring, onboarding, and culture-building.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with a diverse, remote team.
• Organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Knowledge of remote work tools and best practices to effectively onboard and train volunteers.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and creating a supportive work environment.
• An advocate for environmental sustainability, passionate about making a difference in the financial sector.

Volunteer Benefits

As a still volunteer-driven organisation, we are very focused on making all of our opportunities as valuable as possible for our volunteers. In this spirit, we will offer you:

• Opportunities to gain insights into sustainable banking practices and advancements in environmental advocacy through continuous learning.
• The chance to network with other sustainability professionals and advocates, enhancing your professional connections.
• Valuable experience in a critical climate-focused role, which will enhance your resume and skill set.
• Recognition for positive performance with supportive references and recommendations for your future career growth.
• A significant role in driving impactful changes in the banking sector to accelerate a sustainable future.

Job description

Quilombo UK is seeking a dedicated HR Business Partner to join our team on a voluntary basis. As we enhance our Professional Development Programme, this role will focus on internal HR functions and partnerships.

Quilombo UK works with the objective to;

• promote different arts, sports and cultures to encourage an intercultural understanding between different communities and societies
• promote cultural awareness in the community and educate, regardless of nationality or origin, about race diversity and mutual respect
• promote good health and wellbeing; and run a community organisation with a strong focus on individuals, the community and society as a whole.

This voluntary position requires a commitment of at least 12 hours per week over a 16-week period, with flexibility across Monday to Friday. While the role is unpaid, it offers valuable experience in the non-profit sector and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This role offers a great opportunity for the right person who is looking to; gain experience in the Third Sector; develop their office based and management experience; or just simply 'give something back to their community'.

Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your skill set.

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with department leaders to understand their needs and align HR strategies with organisational objectives.
• Employee Relations: Address complex employee relations issues, conduct thorough investigations, and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Performance Management: Provide guidance on performance management, including coaching, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Policy Development: Develop and interpret HR policies, ensuring they are up-to-date and effectively communicated.
• Workforce Planning: Assist in workforce and succession planning to meet current and future organisational needs.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs, support the delivery of training programs, and monitor their effectiveness.

Essential

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to think strategically and manage change effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Remote working opportunities.
• Professional growth and development within the HR field.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

We are looking for someone who can offer 12 hours a week, Monday - Friday

Upon successful application, our HR team will contact you to arrange an interview and discuss the onboarding process.

QUILOMBO UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment that values diversity and promotes equality for all employees. As part of our commitment to upholding these principles, we adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Equality Act 2010. We firmly believe in creating a workplace where all individuals are respected and treated fairly. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

Become part of our valued team and help Sight Advice South Lakes develop and thrive

We are looking for committed and enthusiastic team players to join our Trustee Board.  We need empathetic and pragmatic people to help take the work of the charity forward in supporting those living with sight loss and raising awareness of the issues surrounding sight loss.  

Sight Advice South Lakes is a local charity based in Kendal, Cumbria. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals who are blind or partially sighted in South Lakeland.

 We are committed to our core areas of empowerment and independence, holistic support, community and inclusion, education and awareness so that we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with sight loss, their families and the broader community.  Our Trustees are an integral part of this process.

Experience of being a Trustee previously is not required, but a willingness to understand the role and responsibilities of being a Trustee, the ability to work collaboratively within a team and a commitment to act in the best interests of the charity is essential.  This is an exciting and interesting role with a required minimum level of involvement, but the role can be developed further should this suit.

The role of a trustee is to ensure the charity is working for the benefit of our service users and the public, to support and provide assistance to Claire Park, CEO, on the charity's purpose, vision, goals and activities, and to help the Board ensure the charity is running efficiently and effectively according to its constitution.

Skills:

· To be able to work collaboratively as part of the Board team

· To be willing to fully participate

· To be able to think creatively and strategically

· To be able to offer alternative viewpoints

· To be able to challenge with good intent

· To exercise good judgment and sound decision making

· To be open and listen to staff, management, service users and volunteers

· To be able to make the right decisions for the charity

· To have enthusiasm for our mission and our values

We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds and particularly those from people living with sight loss.  We are happy to receive applications from anyone with knowledge and experience of human resources or marketing, but all applications will be considered.

Applicants should note that although this is a role with responsibility, it is also an exciting and rewarding opportunity.

If you are interested in making a difference, by using your skills and experience for the role of volunteer Trustee, then please contact Claire Park (CEO) for a discussion about the role and the organisation.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Play for Progress (PfP) is an award winning trauma-informed creative charity supporting asylum-seeking young people. Since launching in 2017, we have worked with 500+ young people to reduce their isolation and re-traumatisation, develop practical and social skills, and improve their wellbeing.

What will you be doing?

• Leadership and Governance: Lead the Board, set agendas with the Executive Director, foster trust, and ensure governance and strategy execution align with the charity's mission.
• Board Effectiveness: Ensure the Board is efficient, diverse, skilled, and aligned with strategic goals, managing appraisals and transitions.
• Executive Support: Support the Executive Director, ensure Board decisions are implemented, and conduct performance reviews.
• Strategic Promotion and Advocacy: Promote the charity's profile, represent it externally, and support fundraising through networks.
• Mission Delivery and Financial Oversight: Ensure the charity meets its goals, oversee financial performance, and approve budgets.

Estimate of time needed: 1-3 hours / week or 3-7 hours / week

What are we looking for?

• Experience of governance of a charity; 
• Ability to fulfil the job description; 
• A commitment to PfP’s values; 
• An awareness of issues affecting PfP or willingness to learn about them; 
• A willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to prepare for and attend regular board meetings for at least 3 years; 
• Integrity; 
• Strategic vision and an ability to stay focused on strategic objectives; 
• Good independent judgement; 
• Willingness to take part in board discussions, contribute constructively and listen to others; 
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and liabilities of trustees of a charitable company; 
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team; 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; 
• Understanding and acceptance of the Equity, Diversion and Inclusion Policy; and 
• Willingness to undertake training required on trustee duties.

What difference will you make?

"Nothing gives us greater joy than to see our young people heal, thrive and achieve their purpose." - Bridget Banda, Executive Director 

The new Chair will play a crucial role in advancing Play for Progress’ mission, helping to grow the organisation’s impact and influence, and ensuring it continues to provide life-changing support to young refugees navigating their journey to safety.

Before you apply

Fancy an informal chat before applying? Get in touch with us via TrusteeWorks email, who will arrange an informal conversation with our Executive Director, Bridget Banda, or a current Board member. 

To apply, send a one-page cover letter or short video clip introducing yourself along with a copy of your CV to the TrusteeWorks email. 

Submit a CV and a cover letter to express your interest.

Those who submit their CV will be considered and will be invited to an informal insight event towards Janunary 2025 before interviews occur.

What does a Trustee do! 

A Trustee’s role is to act in the best interests of the organization. They are accountable for the organization’s finances, legal affairs, overall performance, and serious arising issues. Trustees must ensure that executives align with the organization’s purpose and mission, acting in ways that advance these goals and uphold the organization’s values. Statutory duties include ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding assets, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Commitment

Each Trustee will attend Trustee meetings on a regular basis, a Trustee may also be appointed as a Co Chair and into other roles such as Treasurer and Secretary, and also may join a committee.

A Little About Us!

Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation with the aim to become a CIO soon. We use a research-led approach promote and further the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work and research. We promote and empower change.

What we are looking for!

We are looking to appoint experienced Trustees with a background in one or more of the following areas: finance, law, academia, research, leadership, youth sector, policy, education, social action, human rights, issues facing young people and fundraising.

Why we need you!

Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for Trustees to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. 

​What we offer!

Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to join us. By being a Trustee with us you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.

Why join us?

Young people and adults with disabilities, neurodivergence and disadvantage are 3 times less likely than anyone else to have a paid job.

This has a huge impact on every aspect of an adult’s life. It is well-evidenced that young people and adults who are unemployed are more likely to live in poverty, lack confidence and self-worth and feel isolated from friends and family.

Depending on the disability you live with, the situation is even worse. Just 1 in 20 adults living with a learning disability and just 3 in 50 adults living with a mental health challenge have a paid job.

The disability/neurodivergence employment gap is harmful and unfair. It’s also fixable. Over 20 years of experience shows us that young people and adults with disabilities are able to find and stay in work with the right help. Employers benefit too.

Everyone at Ways into Work is passionate about supporting people with disabilities, neurodivergence and disadvantage to find the right job for them, secure paid employment and sustain their job with our help.

Why now is the right time to join us

This is an exciting time to join us as earlier this year we converted to a charity (from a CIC). As we look to the future, we are seeking to build on the expertise we have established over the last 20 years.

To date we have relied heavily on contracts from local government. The need to diversify our income base, to support more clients into employment and to provide a more secure future for our clients, fed into our decision to become a charity.

We are looking to recruit Trustees who have worked in charities, or who bring particular expertise, to provide a strategic steer in delivering our core purpose. In the months ahead we will be looking to revise our strategy, recruit new roles and put in place the infrastructure needed to begin to make our core purpose available to more of those in need in Berkshire and the Thames Valley. You would have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping these processes, bringing us closer to delivering the support we know our clients need.

Trustee Role Description

As a Trustee, you will play a crucial role in setting the strategic direction of the charity and ensuring good governance. You will contribute to ensuring that the charity fulfils its mission, operates effectively, and remains accountable to its clients - adults and young people living with disabilities and neurodiversity. 

Duties:

• Support and provide advice on achieving Ways into Work’s purpose, vision, goals and activities.
• Review and approve operational strategies, policies and recommendations, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Act as ambassador for Ways into Work, promoting our work and building networks of interested parties who are enthusiastic about our work.
• Other Duties as are listed in the Candidate Pack

About you: 

You do not need to have previous experience of acting as a Trustee, although we are interested in some of our new Trustees having charity experience. We are looking for you to bring the personal skills and qualities outlined in the Candidate Pack, and we would welcome expertise in one these areas: Communications, HR, Charity Law, Fundraising, Community and other disciplines appropriate for our core purpose.

We would greatly value experience of acting at a senior level (such as in a ‘Head of’ role) as you will need to be comfortable sharing your expertise with the wider Board, and offering support and constructive challenge to our new senior recruits and senior leadership team.

We recognise the enormous value of lived experience. We know that there is no ‘us’ and ‘them’. Many in Ways into Work live with disabilities or neurodiversity and/or have wider lived experiences that offer huge value to the work we deliver.

We are looking for pro-active, enthusiastic and motivated young professionals to join our board - you can help lead the strategic development of one of Dundee’s most promising and dynamic charities!

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are young people with lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges.

THE DETAILS

Feeling Strong is an exciting Dundee-based charity with the ambition to improve the lives of young people living with mental health and wellbeing challenges by fostering the skills, confidence and aspirations they need to flourish. Our services are designed by young people, delivered by young people for the benefit of young people, and we believe that this youth-led/peer-led approach is our biggest asset in tackling issues around mental health and wellbeing. We support stable recovery journeys for young people, lead campaigns to tackle societal issues, develop quality resources based on our own research, and tackle the disparity they face in unemployment, underemployment and accessing opportunities like further and higher education.

YOUR COMMITMENT

Whilst the Trustee Board meets for formal meetings 6 times a year, successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the organisation more widely, taking part in fundraisers, external events, strategic planning and advising the staff team when needed. The average contribution expected of Trustees is around one - two hours per month.

Work-related travel costs will be reimbursed.

APPLYING

Training and induction will be provided so we are open to all candidates, and we expect them to develop skills once in post, but we would welcome candidates with any of the following experience:

• Governance and previous board experience

• Business development and trading income generation

• Human resources

• Lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges

• Financial background

Stockroom Volunteer Role Profile

Volunteer Role Stockroom Volunteer

Volunteer Manager Shop Manager

Where you will be based Shop

Why we want you

Together we can help people facing poverty all over the world – all from right

here, in this very shop. Join our friendly team as an Oxfam Volunteer and you’ll

find yourself at the heart of your community, making amazing things happen.

What Oxfam does

Oxfam is a movement of people from around the world who won’t live with

poverty. We have two key aims:

Responding to emergencies happening in the world now, giving vital

support to people facing poverty due to conflict, climate change and

natural disasters.

Empowering communities to challenge and change systems that promote

inequality, so together we can beat poverty for good.

Oxfam shops have been fundraising to support Oxfam’s work since 1947,

raising millions every year to support people facing poverty.

Young Volunteers

The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old. If a role is not

suitable for someone under 18 we will happily try to find an alternative role.

Parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those

under 18. You can find out more about safeguarding on our website.

Covid-19

We want to make sure everyone feels safe in our shops. Our shops comply fully

with regulations and we provide PPE.

Let’s beat poverty together.

What you will be doing

Making the most of everything donated to us

Sorting through bags and boxes of kindly donated items

Steaming and organising clothes to get them ready for sale

Checking and pricing items

Filling stock on the shop floor

Spotting the most valuable and interesting items donated

The skills you need

Helpful and friendly

Happy to be part of a team

Excited to learn new skills

Up for trying a range of shop tasks

What's in it for you

Some lunch and travel costs

Improve communication skills as part of a team

Improve your organisation skills

Boost your CV

Grow your confidence and meet new people

We can be flexible around your education, family, work, or health etc.

Possible references for future employers

Disclaimer

We need one reference and proof of ID for all volunteers and ask you to sign up

to Oxfam's Code of Conduct.

Brighton Youth Centre are looking for Trustees, if you have an understanding of the importance of Youth Work, delivering Young People's lives, and are looking to join a board of trustees, please read on! 

Would you like to play a significant role in supporting the emotional and social development of children and young people and breaking down barriers to inclusion? Do you have a particular passion for the arts and creativity? Our Trustees play a vital role, not just promoting our work but helping to define and develop it. 
(Voluntary - unpaid. Reasonable travel and other expenses reimbursed)

SKILLS REQUIRED:

We are looking, in particular, for one or more of the following skills/experience to complement our existing Trustees.

- Treasurer

- Legal

- PR/Communications

- HR

- Fundraising (Major Donors)

You don't need to have been a trustee before as training will be provided. We’re very open to hear from all applicants!

At Brighton Youth Centre we embrace diversity. We feel passionate that our Trustee board should be truly representative of the people it serves. We’re therefore encouraging applicants from all backgrounds and (especially those) from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We are also keen to add more voices from younger trustees or non-male backgrounds, helping us better reflect the demographic we serve.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU:

We recognise volunteering with us as a two-way process and are keen to ensure you get the most out of your time with us.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

We provide opportunities for training and development including child protection, Trustee Training as well as chances to improve your public speaking.

ACCESSIBLE MEETINGS

We want all of our meetings to be accessible to all, therefore our meetings and papers will be written and spoken about in simple language. Additionally. any actions required such as closed captions and extra induction support shall be offered as and where required. 

We endeavour to circulate board papers 2 weeks before the meetings and are always open to new ideas and ways to make our Board as accessible as possible.

TO APPLY:

Please email us with

- Your CV or LinkedIn URL

- A short covering letter (max 1 side of A4) OR a short video explaining what you think you would bring to the role.

MORE ABOUT BYC:

About Us

Established in 1917, Brighton Youth Centre is Brighton's leading youth project, with 100 year history of delivering services in the city. It's a thriving hub of activity providing a central hub for the city's youth work and attracting over 1500 young people every year from across the city.

It is truly a citywide resource for young people who come from every area of the city to access it's services. It is also notably very effective in engaging older teenagers: 57% of our young people are age 16+.

“My favourite part of the week is coming to BYC, having a conversation with the youth workers and interacting with all the activities put on for the day. I enjoy making new friends and having a space that really feels like my own where I can really be myself and not have to worry about judgement.” Young Person

Brighton Youth Centre is a safe space where all the young people have the freedom to be themselves, come together, learn from each other, and challenge themselves to make a difference in their own lives and the lives of their community. We place their voices, aspirations, and concerns at the heart of everything we do because we believe all children and young people deserve to be taken seriously.

We work with over 20 partner organisations and projects who use the centre as their base including specialist services for young people who are care experienced, on the autistic spectrum, LGBTQI+, asylum seekers, experience mental ill health or homelessness such as Brighton and Hove Pupil Referral Unit, Allsorts Youth Project, YMCA Downslink and Mascot, and youth arts and creative industries organisations like Southeast Dance, Block Builders, Miss Represented and Art In Mind.

A Little About Us!

Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.

Why we need you!

Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!

What we offer!

Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.

What we need!

Youth Advantage UK is seeking a Volunteer to provide support to the HR department. The role reports into the HR Manager and operates on a rotational basis every 6 months to allow  our volunteers to continuously develop. The areas included in the rotation are: 

·    Recruitment

·    Volunteer Relations

·    Learning and Development

·    Administration

We are looking for volunteers who ideally are passionate about Human Resources. We require all volunteers to have excellent writing and speaking skills, IT literacy, and the ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities:

Recruitment
Assist with preparing recruitment job packs

Advertising volunteering roles on job boards

Shortlisting candidates

Arranging interviews

Conducting identification checks

Preparing conditional offer letters and sending to candidates

Volunteer Relations

Checking in with new volunteers

Arranging access to systems for new starters

Assisting with making contact with volunteers that are absent

Responding to volunteers queries

Learning and Development

Arranging set training sessions with volunteers

Arranging new training sessions with volunteers

Finding topics that is relevant to the organisation that can increase development

Finding and distributing information on free webinars

Administration

Maintain and update employee records

Setting up templates for the teams to use

Drafting contracts to be issued

Support the HR department with day-to-day administrative tasks..

Assist with HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

Requirement for the role:

• Excellent writing and communication skills.

• IT literacy with own equipment (laptop and phone)

• Ability to work well in a team.

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

• Passionate for personal development

• Previous volunteering experience or experience in any kind of start up

• Right to volunteer in the UK