Environment Volunteer Roles

Using your innovative skills, bring your creative ability as an Illustrator/Graphic Designer to promote healthier green streets and support our campaigns, where your expertise in digital marketing strengthens our messaging.

Your opportunity to show your creative flair to either illustrate or use graphic designs focussing on our project to promote healthier green streets. We want original depictions arising from your digital marketing skills to show how streets can be improved in support of our Street Elements project. Come and help promote the work that CPRE London is doing, to raise our profile and broaden our appeal beyond our traditional audiences.

Our Marketing volunteers play an essential role in building our capability and capacity through:

• increased membership and fundraising

• growing resource including more volunteers and more skills

• expanding influence through publicity and communications across all media, building greater awareness of all that we are doing.

We’re currently looking for a marketing volunteer who will focus on designing/sourcing visual images and digital resources to support our campaigns in the media, and who ideally has some experience of using Canva, Flourish or equivalent software to support our messaging.

Our friendly team will provide you with training and support to develop in your role. You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable skills and experience and learn about the diverse work of CPRE London.

This is a home-based role with some attendance at meetings (ideally Wednesdays) including online meetings and events. We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses should this be required. Ideally we are seeking someone who can volunteer 3-7 hours per week, flexibly and is able to give an ongoing commitment.

WHO WE ARE

The Westmill Sustainable Energy Trust (WeSET) is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation promoting sustainable energy deployment / education and focuses its work within a 25-mile radius of the Westmill Wind Farm & Solar Park, near the village of Watchfield, between Oxford and Swindon.

The Wind Farm at Westmill has been in operation for over fifteen years now, with five turbines that produce enough electricity to power over 2,600 homes. The Solar Park beside the turbines produces the electricity for a further 1,100 homes. Both projects are community-owned.

Westmill is the only place in southern England where people can see wind and solar power in action on the same site.

WHAT WE DO

One of the main ways in which we connect with others is by giving tours of Westmill, where we welcome groups large and small consisting of members of the public, plus community groups, primary school classes and university students. Additionally, on occasion, we also welcome planners, civil servants, councillors and others involved in making decisions about renewable energy.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team of volunteers at WeSET to help guide people around the Westmill site. If you are passionate about sustainable energy and a low-carbon future, and are eager to share your interest with others, then we'd love to hear from you.

As a WeSET volunteer tour guide you would interact with our visitors, telling the story of how the Westmill Wind Farm & Solar Park was created, describing how our turbines were installed and how they operate, and detailing the installation and energy generation of over twenty-thousand solar panels. You would be trained and guided on the content and its delivery.

On some occasions, you will be working alone in welcoming and leading groups at Westmill, and on other occasions you may be working alongside other guides.

You may also prefer to work as 'guide support' which is another volunteering role available that provides practical help to our guides during the tours.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

If you already have knowledge of renewables then this would be useful. But it is by no means essential as we can introduce you! Either way, we would run you through some training and shadowing sessions to bring you up to speed.

Experience of work in a public-facing role would also be useful, but is not crucial as you will be guided on the rudiments by our existing guides, with continuing, ongoing support from the WeSET Visits Coordinator.

This opportunity may only be suitable for people who live in north-east Wiltshire, south-east Gloucestershire, south-west Oxfordshire or west Berkshire - all to allow quick and easy travel to and from the Westmill site. We can offer reimbursement for any travel expenses, usually within a 15-mile radius of Westmill, and this can be discussed in advance of any volunteering.

If you have a happy, friendly demeanour, with a genuine passion for sustainability, then this could be a great opportunity to share that passion and meet other like-minded people at the same time!

Do You Want to Make a Difference? 

We're looking for a few individuals to join our team who want to make a genuine difference.

Wildlife for All is a pioneering environmental charity, and we're proud of our deeper approach to nature conservation.

We train our team members to understand how psychological attitude has a huge impact on project effectiveness. Previous conservation experience isn't needed because of our refreshingly different way of working. We provide all the necessary training to be part of our highly successful work, starting at our nature reserve in Sussex, England. We also run a massive nature reserve in South Africa.

You need to be willing to challenge yourself, learn to work hard, and want to be the best you can be.

This is a unique opportunity.

Please see the "Interviews" page of the Wildlife For All website for details of how to apply.

We look forward to hearing from you. 

British Registered Charity 1006174

Join our Board as a Trustee and be a Changemaker for the Chilterns.

The Chiltern Society is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the natural beauty, heritage, and accessibility of the Chilterns. As we continue to expand our impact, we are seeking to strengthen our Board of Trustees.

We have a number of openings for Trustees, including two key roles:

General (Company) Secretary:

This pivotal role includes managing board agendas, recording accurate minutes, and fulfilling the duties of Company Secretary. Candidates with legal expertise or previous experience as a Company Secretary are especially encouraged to apply.  

The Volunteer lead:

This role involves chairing the Volunteer Committee and leading efforts to enhance the experience of our 700+ volunteers. Experience in professional HR or volunteer management will be a distinct advantage.

Why join us?

As a Trustee, you will play a critical role in a volunteer-led organization that is making a tangible difference across the Chilterns. This is a chance to work collaboratively, contribute your expertise, and represent the diverse communities of our region.

The Chiltern Society values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds in these roles and for all others.

What We’re Looking For

Like many of our trustee roles, time commitment will be dependant upon how involved you would like to be, but typically this will be at least 4-5 hours per week.

We welcome applications from individuals with experience or enthusiasm in:

• Nature Restoration
• Heritage Preservation
• Community Access and engagement
• In addition to these two specific roles, we are always actively looking for Trustees and volunteers who can add value to our work and represent the wider Chilterns community. Whether you’re stepping into your first Trustee role or bringing seasoned experience, we want your unique skills to help the Chiltern Society strive.

Be part of something meaningful. Learn more about the roles and apply today.

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. 

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for people interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoy organising and running campaigns. We’re open to new ideas for campaigns so you’re free to be as creative as you’d like!

Duties:

The campaign coordinators will help with:

• Researching potential campaign ideas

• Organising & running campaigns

• Collaborating with event coordinators and social media managers to plan and advertise ongoing campaigns

• Stay up-to-date with ongoing Friends Of The Earth campaigns

Desired attributes: 

• Experience with organising and running campaigns

• Passion for the campaigning group’s mission and a commitment to communicating the impact of the charity's work 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group.

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for someone interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoys digital design. 

Duties:

The designer will help with:

• Designing and producing event materials (brochures, flyers, posters)

• Designing social media post templates & banners

Desired attributes: 

• Experience with Image Editing software (Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Canva, etc.)

• Passion for the campaigning group’s mission and a commitment to communicating the impact of the charity's work 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group.

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for people interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoy social media marketing. 

Duties:

The social media managers will involve managing and developing the local Camden campaigning group’s online presence across various social media platforms, creating engaging content to raise awareness about the group’s campaigns and events and connect with potential supporters, all while aligning with the charity’s mission and values.

The social media managers will help with:

• Developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with the group’s overall communications plan 

• Generating engaging content like posts, stories, and videos, across platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky 

• Writing compelling captions and narratives that highlight the impact of the group’s campaigns and events in the Camden community

• Monitoring social media accounts for comments, messages, and mentions, responding promptly and professionally 

• Engaging with followers through replies, shares, and running interactive campaigns

• Identifying and building relationships with key influencers and Camden community advocates on social media

• Tracking key metrics like reach, impressions, engagement, and website traffic from social media

• Analysing data to identify trends and optimising social media strategy for maximum impact

• Preparing regular reports on social media performance 

• Developing and executing targeted social media campaigns to support specific projects 

• Coordinating with other Friends of the Earth local campaigning groups to gather content and promote relevant initiatives

Desired attributes: 

• Experience managing social media accounts ideally for a charity or non-profit organisation

• Excellent writing and editing skills 

• Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices for each

• Familiarity with social media analytics tools to track campaign performance

• Passion for the campaigning group’s mission and a commitment to communicating the impact of the charity's work 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group.

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for people interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoy coordinating events. We’re open to new ideas for events so you’re free to be as creative as you’d like!

Duties:

The events coordinators will be responsible for the successful planning, execution, and evaluation of a portfolio of campaigning events for Camden Friends of the Earth, ensuring maximum participation and impact, all while aligning with the charity’s mission and values.

The events coordinators will help with event planning and execution as part of a team, including tasks like:

• Conducting market research to identify potential event themes, locations, and target demographics

• Creating detailed event timelines and checklists to ensure smooth operations

• Maintaining guest lists and managing RSVPs

• Creating detailed event plans, including timelines, budgets and marketing strategies

• Securing event venues and managing venue logistics (catering, A/V, setup etc).

• Overseeing event registration and ticketing systems, including online platforms and participant communication

• Coordinating training and scheduling for event day operations

• Developing comprehensive marketing plans to promote events across various channels including website, social media, email campaigns, and press releases

• Collaborating with the group to maximise event visibility and potential media coverage

• Identifying and cultivating potential sponsors for events, securing sponsorship packages 

• Conducting thorough post-event analysis to evaluate success metrics (attendance, participant feedback)

• Implementing improvements based on post-event evaluations to enhance future events

Desired attributes: 

• Experience in event planning and execution, preferably within the charity or not-for-profit sector

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and sponsors

• Creative and innovative thinking to develop engaging and impactful events

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively

• Passion for the mission and values of Friends of the Earth Charity

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group.

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for people interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoy assisting in the organisation of events.

Duties:

The events assistants will provide support in our events as part of a team, including tasks like:

• Assisting with the execution of various charity events

• Handling guest inquiries and addressing any concerns

• Checking in guests at events and directing them to designated areas

• Setting up event spaces, including decorations and signage

• Addressing any issues that arise during the event and providing immediate solutions

• Collecting event data and feedback from attendees

• Assisting with post-event reporting

Desired attributes: 

• Good organisation skills and a collaborative mindset

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse stakeholders

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Passion for the charity's mission and commitment to its values

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group.

What will you be doing?

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. If you’re passionate about technology, data-driven advocacy, and using your skills to combat climate change, Bank.Green offers the perfect opportunity to make a tangible difference.

In this role you will: 

• Collaborate with the existing team of developers and UX/UI designer to enhance and maintain the either the Green Policy Evaluator or Bank.Green website
• Develop robust frontend solutions connecting to prismic.io, RESTful, and GraphQL APIs.
• Design, implement, and optimize UI utilizing vue.js on nuxt.
• Ensure seamless integration of frontend components with backend systems.
• Participate in Agile development methodologies, including maintaining a Linear issue board and adhering to a loose SCRUM system.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software delivery

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Frontend Engineer, preferably in a mid to senior level capacity.
• Proficiency in JavaScript programming language.
• Familiarity with Vue.js + Nuxt is nice to have but experience with React+Next also works well
• Familiarity with Retool is nice to have
• Interest in working asynchronously with colleagues in different time zones - through Slack, MS Teams, or similar.
• Experience working in Agile environments and using collaborative development tools (e.g., Linear or Jira, Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Qualities:

• Enthusiasm for environmental sustainability and climate advocacy.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.
• A flexible, adaptable attitude suited to a dynamic, volunteer-driven organisation.

What difference will you make?

As a developer here, you won't just write code—you'll help shape tools that influence systemic change, making sustainability an actionable choice for everyday people. To date, our bank-checking tool has been used over 500,000 times by bank customers worldwide, while we have shifted a at least $35,000,000 towards banks who are financing a greener future. 

What will you be doing?

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. If you’re passionate about technology, data-driven advocacy, and using your skills to combat climate change, Bank.Green offers the perfect opportunity to make a tangible difference.

In this role you will:

• Collaborate with the existing team of developers and UX/UI designer to enhance and maintain the Green Policy Evaluator.
• Develop robust backend solutions using Python Django/FlaskFlask and Llamaindex.
• Design, implement, and optimize database structures using PostgreSQL.
• Ensure seamless integration of backend components with frontend systems.
• Participate in Agile development methodologies, including maintaining an issue board and adhering to a loose SCRUM system.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software delivery

Skills and Experiences

• Proven experience as a Backend Engineer, preferably in a mid to senior level capacity.
• Proficiency in Python programming language and MVC frameworks like Flask or Django.
• Solid understanding of relational databases
• Experience working in Agile environments and using collaborative development tools (e.g., Linear, Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for sustainability and environmental advocacy

Qualities:

• Enthusiasm for environmental sustainability and climate advocacy.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.
• A flexible, adaptable attitude suited to a dynamic, volunteer-driven organisation.

What difference will you make?

As a developer here, you won't just write code—you'll help shape tools that influence systemic change, making sustainability an actionable choice for everyday people. To date, our bank-checking tool has been used over 500,000 times by bank customers worldwide, while we have shifted a at least $35,000,000 towards banks who are financing a greener future. 

Is this the year you'd like to support your community by volunteering? Do you have some great financial skills you are willing to share? Then we'd love to hear from you at Share and Repair?

We are looking for a new Treasurer for our collaborative and robust board which is driven by our values and mission, including our unrelenting focus on supporting our community to reach net zero.

Share and Repair is a small, award-winning,  fast-growing charity in Bath and North East Somerset and beyond, acting as a catalyst to change behaviour through practical action and education to  reduce carbon, waste and landfill and improve the environment. As a result we reduce pollution, create community cohesion and improve lives whilst saving people money and space.

Our projects encourage people to reduce, repair, reuse and learn.

We do this through 5 key projects:

⭐Repair Sessions and Cafes that offer affordable mending
⭐ Sharing resources through a Library of Things
⭐ We educate through HOW TO workshops and Schools’ Workshops
⭐ We repair and test small electrical items to give free to low income families and individuals through our HomeKIT programme.

To deliver this we have 3 full-time equivalent staff and over 250 volunteers.

As a Share and Repair trustee, you would be joining a talented board and supporting an outstanding team and army of  volunteers.  We take great pride  in our achievements to date and are very proud of our recent King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

We are keen to hear from someone who cares about the environment and would like to ensure we remain financially compliant and resilient.

Role: Trustees

Type: Voluntary Position  

Location: Argyll and Bute/Other

Hours: Quarterly Board Meeting (Currently MS Teams)

The Organisation

The GRAB Trust was established to address waste and recycling issues in Argyll & Bute and this year is celebrating its 25th year! The GRAB Trust exists to seek the preservation and maintenance of the outstanding natural quality of Argyll and Bute’s environment by participating in and encouraging sustainable environmental and waste management activities by the wider Argyll and Bute public.

GRAB recognises that the key to its work continuing successfully is through engaging the local community - the public need to be interested and active in sustainable environmental projects. They need to be suitably informed of the relevant issues and offered a range of accessible, enjoyable and rewarding community projects:
 

• To promote increased levels of re-use through the landmark Lorn & Oban Reuse Initiative (LORI) in order to for Argyll and Bute become a Zero Waste society; offer volunteering opportunities for more local people; and offer opportunities for the long-term unemployed and community service offenders through their pioneering training and job search programme

Find out more here: LORI Project

• The promotion of beach cleaning and marine issues through continuing delivery of the Argyll and Bute Beaches and Marine Litter project: Beaches and Marine Litter Project
• Delivery of community clean-ups around beaches and roadside verges utilising publicly funded litter grants: Litter Pick Projects
• The delivery of professional waste, recycling and wider environmental education, awareness and training activities to all sectors of the Argyll and Bute public including schools, households, businesses and visitors: GRAB Education Projects
• Fostering, encouraging and supporting local community involvement and participation in a range of sustainable, recycling and environmental projects across Argyll and Bute.
   

Recently the GRAB Trust has supported over 8,000 individuals through LORI; reached over 55,000 people via social media; and engaged hundreds of participants in beach cleans and workshops. They’re now looking for new people to join the board as trustees so they can continue this vital work.

Find out more about the GRAB Trust’s valuable work here: GRAB Trust

Who they’re looking for

Traditionally, GRAB trustees have been residents of the Argyll and Bute area but GRAB would also welcome interest from candidates who are from further afield. New trustees are sought who offer insights and experience in:

• Buildings and properties maintenance and development, such as improvements and renewals to drive income from current GRAB buildings and securing new facilities for expansion;
• Any type of recycling programmes and/or environmental protection;
• Fundraising, in particular trusts and foundations or securing governmental/grants funding;
• Stakeholder or partnership development, locally and beyond the Argyll and Bute region

How to Apply:

If you share a passion for communities, climate change mitigation and the local environment in Argyll and Bute this could be the role for you!

Please email us to request an information pack, full role description and person specification.

Candidates are kindly asked to submit their comprehensive, up-to-date CV and a supporting statement that highlights their suitability for the role and motivation for applying.
 

Closing Date: Friday 7th March

Interview Date: Tuesday 11th – Thursday 13th March
 

If you have any questions about these roles, please get in touch so we can help find the answers for you.

*Candidates are kindly reminded to let us know if any dates in the recruitment schedule are inconvenient so an alternative may be found. Please also advise if you need any additional support during this process so BTA can make every effort on your behalf (e.g. larger print docs; different colour text)

This search is being conducted exclusively for The GRAB Trust by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments