Volunteer Roles in Morpeth

About Bank.Green

Since the Paris Agreement, global banks have poured a staggering £5.5t into the fossil fuel industry. At Bank.Green (https://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 $30m 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 Content Coordinator at Bank.Green, you will oversee the creation and management of content that educates and informs our audience on topics such as sustainable finance and investing, and the key but overlooked role of banks in climate change. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our content is engaging, informative, and aligns with our mission to promote more sustainable banking practices.

Commitment

The role requires a commitment of 3-5 hours per week. We are looking for somebody to come on long-term, but are open to shorter-term applicants.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of article writers to ensure a steady output of high-quality content.
• Collaborate with the team to generate impactful story ideas relevant to sustainable finance and climate action.
• Organise biweekly calls to discuss content ideas, manage the content calendar, and review existing articles.
• Copyedit articles to ensure they meet our editorial standards and align with our strategic goals.
• Train new writers on using the Content Management System (CMS) and ensure they are proficient in publishing content.
• Maintain and organize the Notion workspace to ensure it serves as an effective home base for the content team.
• Act as a liaison between the content team and other departments to instruct on occasional website edits and updates.
• Work with People Operations to recruit new writers as needed.

Desired Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills to handle scheduling, deadlines, and multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate with a diverse team of writers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in copyediting with an eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high editorial standards.
• Experience with content management systems and a good understanding of digital publishing processes.
• Knowledge of sustainability, finance, and climate-related topics, with the ability to translate complex information into engaging content.
• Ability to innovate and generate creative ideas that align with our mission and resonate with our audience.

Volunteer Benefits

As a volunteer-driven organization, 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.

About Bank.Green

Since the Paris Agreement, global banks have poured a staggering £5.5t into the fossil fuel industry. At Bank.Green (https://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 $30m 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 a Senior Recruiter Volunteer, you will play a crucial role in sourcing, attracting, and recruiting talented individuals to join our organisation. Your expertise in recruitment strategies and candidate evaluation will contribute to building a skilled and diverse team that aligns with our mission and values.

Commitment

• This role is currently volunteer-based.
• We are seeking a commitment of 4-6 hours per week.
• We are looking for somebody to come on long-term, but are open to shorter-term applicants.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize various channels such as job boards, social media, networking events, and professional organizations to identify potential candidates.
• Review resumes and applications to assess candidate qualifications and suitability for open positions.
• Conduct initial interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate interview schedules and logistics between candidates and hiring managers.
• Facilitate the onboarding process for newly hired candidates, including coordinating orientation sessions, collecting required information, and assisting with integration into the organization.

Desired Skills

• Proven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, preferably in a startup or in a non-profit environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Proactive initiative in a remote work environment.
• Passion for environmental issues.

Volunteer Benefits

As a still volunteer-driven organization, 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.

Following the decisions of the 2023 Conference, the Methodist Church seeks to appoint additional members for its Nominations Committee.

The purpose, role and remit of the Nominations Committee are set out in the report on Oversight and Trusteeship to the 2023 Conference. The Committee exists to ensure that the nominations which are made to the Conference or the Methodist Council (from 2024, the Connexional Council) for appointment to the Connexional Council, the Missions Committee, the Ministries Committee, the Resourcing Committee and any other bodies the Conference or Council refers to it are brought as a result of processes which conform to the requirements for the body concerned and in accordance with the church’s principles for Justice, Dignity and Solidarity.

 Members of the Committee are appointed annually by the Conference and would usually serve for a period of four years. 

The Nomination Committee has four main responsibilities:

• To scrutinise and to sign off the (volunteer) role descriptors for a member of the Connexional Council or one of the committees in order that a seat could be advertised.
• To agree that the process of recruitment for a particular role has been followed correctly and in line with HR recruitment policies and the JDS strategy.
• To work with the chairs of the bodies concerned on a periodic review of those appointed to such bodies to ensure that the committees continue to function appropriately. The Nomination Committee will also advise the Connexional Council on matters concerned with training of those appointed to such bodies.
• To bring nominations with reasoned statements to the Conference or Connexional Council as required in each case.

Expectations

• Attendance at monthly meetings. The committee meets online and usually for no longer than an hour each month
• Willingness able to read and comment on draft paperwork for recruitment processes.
• Willingness to respond promptly to e-mail communications to sign off paperwork between meetings as necessary.
• Willingness to share particular expertise and experience in the fields of recruiting, discernment and EDI.
• Willingness to serve on interview panels or participate in other ways in a discernment process.

The Committee requires a range of experience and expertise, including the knowledge of HR, recruitment and discernment processes; experience of serving on connexional committees in the Methodist Church; understanding of protected characteristics and the diverse gifts that potential candidates for roles might offer.

To apply: Please read the supplementary documents (see the above link and below) andfill in an on-line Expression of Interest Form via this website.

The opportunity has no set deadline for when applications will close.

Applications will be reviewed an ongoing basis.

Interview date: tbc

Trustee Role

 The Developers Club Foundation is seeking dedicated individuals to join our existing Board of Trustees, which consists of 6 individuals. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to supporting the housing and professional development of young adults at risk of long-term youth homelessness. We believe that providing quality accommodation and mentorship can be life-changing for generations to come.

 Role Description:

As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of The Developers Club Foundation. You will be responsible for ensuring the effective governance and financial stability of the organisation, as well as overseeing the implementation of our charitable initiatives.

 Key Responsibilities:

- Attend fortnightly board meetings and contribute actively to discussions during the setup phase. Meetings will transition to quarterly once the setup phase is complete.

- Provide guidance and oversight on the organisation's strategic direction.

- Review and approve budgets, financial reports, and fundraising plans.

- Support the fundraising efforts of the organisation.

- Act as an ambassador for the organisation and promote its mission and values.

Skills and Experience:

We are looking for individuals with a passion for social impact and a commitment to our cause. Ideal candidates will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

- Housing or homelessness support

- Fundraising and financial management

- Legal or governance

- Marketing and communications

- Youth development

 Application Process:

To apply for the role of Trustee, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement outlining your interest in the position and what expertise you can bring to the table. 

By joining our Board of Trustees, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young adults at risk of homelessness. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team.

 Please note that The Developers Club Foundation is yet to receive official charity status, and an application will be submitted once suitable additional Trustees have been appointed. Thank you for your support.

Fathercraft  want to change the perceptions of male caring and fatherhood and support more partners to get involved because it creates value for everyone. Supporting men to be equal and active parents from the start is key for gender equality. Research from Sweden suggests that every additional month of paternity leave taken by fathers increases the mother’s lifetime earnings by 6.7% (Johansson, 2010).

Yet despite increasing willingness and interest in taking an active parenting role, in 2022, dads spent, on average, just 55 minutes per day with their children (ONS, 2023). This is largely due to the fact that one in three working dads don’t feel comfortable talking to their employer about family commitments and/or are not adequately supported to be the best dads and partners they can be.

Fathercraft have developed an affordable, comprehensive online platform called "Father's Ed" that provides guidance, support, wellbeing services and a community for new or expectant fathers. This includes peer support between dads, science-based online, digital well-being courses covering a range of strange and anxiety triggers, e. g. financial well-being, loneliness, insomnia, etc.). We are also working on providing mental health services for new fathers through partnerships.

• They are looking for a VOLUNTEER Community Manager

• Role Description Key to our mission is supporting fathers and new parents to be able to find validation for their challenges and struggles and to facilitate safe spaces, both online and in person, where they can be supported to share, seek support, and ultimately support and signpost others to the resources that can help resolve and/ or build the resilience they need. We are seeking volunteers to assist with community management to help us build an engaging community and maintain and manage a directory of support services for the purposes of signposting. What you will be doing. * Build a strong community of open-minded parents worldwide. * Build and maintain. directory of support services locally/nationally. * Engage with users, potential partners, and stakeholders across various platforms. * Build and maintain relationships with individuals and organisations aligned with Fathercraft’s values and goals. * Organise online/offline events for interested parties and current users. * Collect feedback from current and potential users about the product and service. What difference will you make? The Community Manager will help us raise awareness and generate social change while supporting new parents and families, ultimately helping their children thrive. Join us in supporting families as they navigate the difficult journey of parenthood and support the next generation of fathers to parent out loud. Together, we can make a difference.

• Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 3-5 week remotely ��

Cameras For Girls aims to address the issues surrounding the lack of empowerment, gender inequality and poverty across Africa by working with people endeavouring to become journalists and photographers in male-dominated spaces. They work with people who have either recently graduated from a Journalism and Communications program at the local university or are in the last year of studies. To get paid work, they must own a camera and know how to use it but many lack the resources to do so. CFG empowers these people with a camera to keep + a 4-phase photography and business skills training. This training is delivered both in-country and online.

 

• They are looking for a Volunteer Grant Researcher VOLUNTEER 

• Are you passionate about supporting charitable causes and skilled in research? We are looking for a dedicated volunteer grant researcher to join our team and help our Canadian registered charity, Cameras For Girls, secure essential funding.

• Responsibilities: Conduct thorough research on grants, foundations, corporate sponsorships, and other funding opportunities using Grant Station. Identify viable funding options that align with our mission and goals. Update and maintain an existing Excel sheet with relevant details of potential grants. Manage time effectively to research and update information consistently. Work independently and be self-motivated to meet deadlines. Requirements: Strong research skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in Excel for organizing and updating data. Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently. Commitment to volunteering 2-3 hours per week. Passion for our cause and a desire to make a difference. By volunteering with us, you will play a crucial role in helping us secure the funds we need to empower women and girls in Africa through photography. If you are interested in joining our team and making a positive impact, please get in touch with us.

Volunteer 2-3 hours per week remotely for 3-5 months ��

As Volunteer Visual Content Creator you would work closely with the Learning, Development, and Wellbeing team to understand the objectives and requirements for each project, using provided briefs and branded documents to create engaging and informative visual resources such as posters, facilitation packs, and presentation decks, and incorporating feedback from team members to refine and improve visual content. You would ensure all visual content adheres to Age UK's branding guidelines, best practice, and standards ensuring quality and consistency of visual content produced. You would also collaborate with other volunteers and team members as needed to meet project deadlines as necessary.

Applicants would ideally have excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with team members, while also ensuring attention to detail and an ability to deliver high-quality work within deadlines. You would be a creative person willing to explore different ideas and concepts. Prior experience in digital design is preferred but not required. This role is open to individuals looking to gain experience in the field.

You will be given contact information of team colleagues to discuss tasks and objectives, and appropriate training to enable you to fulfil the role effectively. We will reimburse agreed volunteer expenses (terms and conditions apply).

Access to a computer with internet connection is essential.

The Wessex Museums Trust is seeking a new independent trustee to join the Board as Finance Lead. The role of the Finance Lead is to maintain a strategic overview of the Trust’s finances. We are seeking applicants with a strong regional connection who can provide diverse perspectives. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and would particularly encourage applicants from ethnic minority and lower-socio economic backgrounds, which are currently underrepresented on our Board of Trustees.

Our mission is to support museums to connect, inspire and add value to people’s lives.

Wessex Museums comprises seven museums which tell the stories of Dorset and Wiltshire from prehistoric times to present day. Together we form the charity, Wessex Museums Trust, which exists to build the resilience and relevance of our partner museums. 

Skills and experience

Individuals are sought who have a range of experience, skills, and expertise, an interest in cultural heritage/museums/arts, and a connection to the Wessex region. For the role of Finance Lead, the following experience would be advantageous:

• Financial / accountancy qualifications and experience
• Experience of charity finance, procurement and fundraising
• The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences
• Business development and enterprise skills.

We are looking for a Content Marketing Volunteer to help us raise mental health awareness, promote our services and to encourage participation and support through developing our online presence. This volunteer will help us to source and develop material which we can use our website and promotional literature including blogs, infographics and case studies.

Activities and responsibilities include:

• Identifying and researching topics for blog/vlog posts to be published on our website
• Writing, developing and producing blog/vlog posts
• Writing case studies for use on website and promotional literature
• Gathering content from volunteers, supporters and external mental health and wellbeing experts

Are you an enthusiastic and skilled funding grant writer? Be a part of our small but committed team as a pro-active grant writer volunteer for a small national charity supporting people affected by a debilitating pain condition.

We are looking for 2 skilled grant writer volunteers who can take the lead in researching appropriate funds and writing grant bids to help us continue offering our support services and resources and helping us create new programmes and services to support patients and their families who have been affected by a poorly understood chronic condition; Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).

As our Grant Writer you will be responsible for identifying appropriate grant opportunities, and managing the grant development and proposal process from research to submitting grant applications with any supporting documents.

As our grant writer, you will:

• Identify appropriate sources of funding where we fit their criteria 
• Help develop a Trusts and Foundations strategy to help create and maintain strong and diverse income that meets Burning Nights CRPS Support’s funding needs
• Create a calendar of grant deadlines and track submitted funding proposals
• Help us develop a case for support 
• Write appropriately tailored grant/funding bids that meet funders’ interests and requirements and to write any additional documents in support of funding bids
• Report on grant usage and impact
• Review all grant/bid feedback and ensure knowledge is shared, so that learning informs us for future approaches to grants

If you are an experienced grant writer or you just enjoy researching and persuasive writing then we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a volunteer who has:

• Experience of being a grant writer, project proposal writer and editing skills
• Excellent writing, analytical, and research skills are essential
• Creative and persuasive written and spoken communication skills 
• Self-motivated and highly-organised
• Ability to work remotely
• Ability to search online databases and other sources to identify appropriate funds
• Ability to understand and appeal to funders’ differing needs
• Ability to organise your own work, track and report back regularly 
• Experience setting up funding email templates (desirable)
• Ability to quickly understand the needs of our organisation  and our service users
• Understands the resource constraints of a small charity and can work with these
• Open to feedback
• Ideally have good network with people, organisations and charities which can help us to support our projects
• Determination to get the job done

Skills

• Project proposal writing
• Grant writing and knowledge of charity grant giving culture
• Good networking skills and contacts with grant giving organisation
• Marketing and communications
• Content writing and story-telling
• Good online fundraising skills
• Good editing and proof reading skills and attention to detail
• Team player who is comfortable working with various volunteers within Burning Nights CRPS Support to collate information required to write funding applications

If you don't have the exact experience, but are interested to volunteer with us, please apply! We would be thrilled to find out about how your interests and experience match with our needs or what we are doing.

Other Information

This role is done remotely using Zoom, Slack and email. You would be working closely with the charity’s Chair and with other trustees. However we would have regular updates and remote meetings as needed so we know you are getting the support you need.

We have an induction process that will help successful applicant to understand how our Charity operates and full support of all our volunteers.

Minimum of 3-6 hours per week for this role

Ideal commitment of 3 months or more (but not specific)

Caring Volunteers Needed: Are you concerned about our world’s future? You can have a positive impact and meet people Internationally, from your home, as you have a spare hour here and there each month. Do you enjoy Human Relations  and thrive working in the human relations division of any Institution, University or Association? Then we need you. 

As an online “ At Home” Volunteer, you will be working with people from a wide variety of countries and cultures, all believing in passing on the right to basic education, the importance of cultural exchange, and giving voice to the voiceless. 

The Position: We ask Volunteers to contribute a minimum of one hour a month. Within our Human Resource Division you will be learning to process applicants from around the world, assigning them to appropriate Teams and coordinating the Team Leads training sessions and monthly meetings. While English is required, you will learn to be comfortable with various global accents as well as proficient in your Interviewing skills and background research. You will practice team organizing & management skills. Depending on which teams you join, you will learn non profit contracts, global time zone coordination and other very basic, practical skills when working with people Internationally and online.

IHF Overview

The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is a 501 c3 International Non- profit, founded in 2001. Our two-fold mission is (1) to Educate marginalized children—activating their highest potential and nurturing healthy, loving communities around them. The happiness of our worlds children rises above all political and religious differences; And equates to the quality of our worlds happiness tomorrow. — (2) to Educate global citizens through communication and real life experiences, (online and in person), about the realities of marginalized communities; while teaching practical skills in aiding needed efforts, thus giving voice to the voiceless. 

For over twenty years, IHF has offered children and adults (from young through retirement) venues for learning and safely practicing leadership skills. 

IHF is a unique organization. It believes in absolute transparency and functions almost entirely through the efforts of its hundreds of unpaid volunteers from all over the world. Our volunteers give their time, skills, energy, and love, working toward a better world for all, one child, one human, at a time. We believe caring, quiet growth produces deep healthy roots.

�� Are You Ready to Elevate Your Impact?

IHF invites passionate individuals, both experts and learners, to join our dynamic Fundraising & Grant Writing Team. Volunteer globally from the comfort of your home, dedicating as little as an hour a month. Your contribution, big or small, will help children reach for a brighter future.

�� About IHF

• IHF, an award-winning International Non-profit, has been actively making a difference since 2001.

• Our mission is two-fold: To educate impoverished children, activating their highest potential, and nurturing healthy, loving communities. Additionally, we educate global citizens through real-life experiences, both online and in person, fostering an understanding of impoverished communities, practical skills, and the value of diverse cultures.

�� Why Join Our Fundraising & Grant Writing Team?

• �� Global Impact: Connect with diverse cultures and backgrounds while contributing to a brighter future for children.

• �� Learning Hub: Acquire real-world experiences in fundraising and grant writing, regardless of your level of expertise.

• �� Sponsor & Donor Relations: Engage in meaningful relationships that drive positive change.

�� Active Teams Seeking Your Support

• �� Fundraising Team�� Are You Ready to Elevate Your Impact?

About Cruse

Cruse is Britain’s oldest and largest bereavement charity. In the Midlands, Cruse brings together more than 500 volunteers to helped support bereaved people, through a mix of individual and group sessions.

Cruse volunteers all pass through the same training process. Some volunteers are trained or trainee counsellors, whilst others have bereavement experience or put their listening skills to practice in helping people through their grief journey.

Cruse Worcestershire

The well-established Cruse branch of Worcestershire is seeking a Volunteer Chair. This active branch has 30 volunteers and can be supporting approximately 100 bereaved people at any one time. The volunteer team predominantly support service users via phone or Zoom, but does have outposts across the area. The team meet for regular forums and also hold in-person meetings, to socialise and cover learning topics specific to the work.

The role

The branch is looking for a Volunteer Chair. This role of Chair will be stimulating and call on your strategic and interpersonal skills.

It provides an opportunity to work alongside an experienced and diverse team of volunteers and staff in a rapidly changing environment to make a real difference to the people of Worcestershire.

The Chair provides a focal point for the branch, representing the volunteers and delivering a sense of cohesion to the volunteer group, championing their priorities and supporting key activities like learning, social events and fundraising.

The role is not remunerated. However, reasonable expenses incurred in carrying out the role will be repaid.

Time Commitment

· The Branch Forum meets approximately 8 times a year for 1.5 hours in the evening (7pm – 8.30pm).

· Monthly operations-focused meetings with the volunteer administrators/part-time staff approx. every 6 weeks.

· Ad hoc communication outside of formal meetings.

· Attendance of Cruse national meetings based on interest/focus

· 3 in-person group social/learning events each year

What are we looking for?

The new Chair will bring their passion and commitment to the bereaved people of Worcestershire. Your skills and experience will help us to empower our volunteers to continue to provide excellent support for grieving people

We are interested in an individual who brings the following:

· Ideally the Chair will be local and have networks in Worcestershire.

· Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a team.

· Have some experience of personal loss.

· Strong inter-personal, networking and relationship building abilities.

· Previous Board experience, either within a charity or in a corporate setting.

We warmly welcome candidates from a range of cultures, backgrounds, contexts, ages and experience. We strongly value the contribution that people with these characteristics will bring to our branch discussions.

What difference will you make?

The role of the Chair is key to ensuring that Cruse continues to thrive, meeting the needs of bereaved people in Worcestershire. We are a truly positive and diverse organisation that welcomes all people.

By providing your energy, enthusiasm and experience, you can help Cruse reach more people and do so in a way which is sustainable.

Proxy by IWI Overview
The mission of Proxy by IWI is to provide and encourage an engaged, thoughtful feminist response to mainstream media,
popular culture, legal discord and advocacy.

To be published daily on the web, Proxy by IWI is ambitious, distinctive journalism about the people, ideas, laws and institutions that matter most from a feminist perspective -and beyond. Featuring hard-hitting original reporting as well as smart analysis, provocative argument, and first-person perspectives.

Principal Responsibilities
• Maintain a comprehensive overview of trends and developments on women's human rights globally;
• Must be able to submit a minimum of two (2) articles a month for publication;
• Verify accuracy of facts and obtain supplemental material and additional details from files, reference libraries, and
interviews with knowledgeable sources;
• Organise material and report conforming to specified length, style, and format requirements;
• Interview people in a range of different circumstances as needed;
•Build contacts to maintain a flow of news, for example, police and emergency services, local council, community groups, health trusts, press officers from a variety of organisations, the general public, etc;
• Work closely with the Proxy team to produce concise and accurate copy according to our house style; 
• Research and write feature articles, sometimes for subsidiary publications and supplements;
• Create news content for the Proxy by IWI website.

Requirements
• 4+ years' experience in research and /or reporting;
•Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Flexibility, initiative, and good problem-solving abilities;
• Multicultural experience and sensitivity to cross-cultural differences;
• Desire to work in a women's human rights environment;
• Strong listening skills;
• Excellent writing ability, including the ability to write in different styles and to other people's direction;
• Good analytical skills to gain an accurate understanding of the subject in question;
• Organisational ability to manage multiple projects, often to tight deadlines;
• Creative approach, both in coming up with ideas for new projects and for getting a message across innovatively; 
• Good attention to detail, including the ability to proof-read your own work;
• Excellent written English skills.