Remote Volunteer Roles

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Join Scope as a Trustee

Scope is looking for 3 new Trustees. These roles are vital in helping us deliver our 10-year strategy, An Equal Future. Trustees guide our strategic direction, oversee our governance, and ensure we achieve meaningful and lasting change for disabled people and their families.

Scope’s Trustees are Company Directors. They set the charity’s direction and make key decisions to benefit Scope. They review and approve recommendations from Committees and work together as a Board to guide the charity’s future.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking Trustees who are passionate about disability equality and have expertise in the following areas:

•Honorary Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee to work closely with the Chair, and the Chief Financial Officer providing governance-level leadership and oversight of financial strategy and financial management of the Charity.

•A Trustee with expertise in strategy implementation/transformation to apply their knowledge in delivering measurable impact by providing strategic guidance and thought partnership

•A Trustee with expertise in developing impactful communication and Public Relations (PR) strategies to help us strengthen our relationships with key external audiences.

We welcome all applicants who meet the role criteria. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and those who bring a lived experience to the role. We encourage applications from individuals of all socio-economic backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, and abilities, including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities.

How to apply

For the full brief and further information on how to apply, please click apply to visit our website.

Applications are open until 23 February 2025.

Volunteer Opportunity: Grant Writer & Fundraising Lead – Help Save Lives

We have a rare and urgent opportunity to make a life-changing impact—but we need your help.

At Somali Medical Aid Group (SMAG), we are a UK-registered charity, also registered in Somalia, dedicated to supporting conflict survivors, women, and children who have suffered unimaginable trauma. Our mission is simple but urgent: to provide lifesaving medical interventions to those who need them most.

Through our partnership with an internatioal NGO, we are sending Somali conflict survivors to abroad for reconstructive surgery—giving them a second chance at life. Our partner has committed to covering all medical cost,flights, and treatment, but without an additional £60,000 to cover local patient support and logistics, this lifeline will disappear.

That’s where you come in.

We need an experienced, strategic, and passionate grant writer & fundraiser to help secure these critical funds. Beyond this immediate need, we also need help with funding our core operations and several other life-changing initiatives.

What Needs Funding

Immediate Priority: Keeping the MSF Partnership Alive

• Secure £60,000 to cover local operations, logistics, and patient support.

Other Critical Projects:

• Core Funding – Ensuring SMAG remains operational and sustainable
• Physiotherapy – Training specialists to support long-term rehabilitation
• Medical Supplies & Equipment – Delivering essential resources to conflict survivors
• Vehicles – Providing transportation for medical teams and patients in remote areas
• Medical capacity building – Expanding access to healthcare in Somalia

Who We’re Looking For

We need a driven, self-motivated, and experienced fundraiser who can not only write compelling grant applications but also think strategically, research funding opportunities, and take ownership of the fundraising process.

This is not a passive role—we need someone who can lead the charge, bring ideas, and help secure the future of this essential work.

What You’ll Do

• Research and identify UK & international funding opportunities
• Write powerful, high-impact grant applications that move funders to action
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to secure long-term funding
• Work independently with the freedom to take initiative and drive results
• Provide strategic direction to help SMAG scale and sustain its impact

Why This Role Matters

• Real Impact – This isn’t just about funding; this is about saving lives. Your work will directly provide medical care, rehabilitation, and dignity to conflict survivors.
• Unique Opportunity – You’ll be at the forefront of a backed initiative, helping to shape the future of a fast-growing humanitarian organization.
• Flexible & Remote – Work from anywhere, with the autonomy to drive results on your own schedule.
• Be Part of Something Bigger – We are small but powerful, and your expertise will help shape SMAG into a sustainable, long-term force for good.

Are You The Right Person?

• Experienced in grant writing and fundraising (UK & international applications)
• A natural storyteller who can craft compelling, fundable proposals
• A strategic thinker who can identify funding opportunities and develop long-term plans
• Self-directed and proactive—someone who doesn’t wait for instructions but drives action
• Passionate about humanitarian work, particularly in conflict zones and medical aid

This is Your Chance to Make a Real Difference,

If you’re looking for a meaningful, high-impact volunteer role where your skills directly translate into saving lives, we would love to hear from you.

Exciting Volunteer Opportunity to Lead a Passionate Team of Volunteers at Cats Protection in Horsham!

Are you a natural leader with a passion for both people and cats? Cats Protection in Horsham is looking for a dynamic and motivated Branch Team Leader to join their incredible team of volunteers! This diverse and rewarding role will see you supporting your volunteers, guiding them in their roles, and ensuring they feel confident, valued, and part of a close-knit, dedicated team.

If you’re someone who thrives in a leadership position, loves working with people, and is ready to make a real difference in the lives of both cats and volunteers, we want to hear from you. We're seeking a compassionate, people-focused individual who has the time and energy to make sure everything runs smoothly, while fostering a positive and welcoming environment for all involved.

Above all, you’ll need to have a love for cats and an understanding of their welfare – because when you’re working with Cats Protection, every paw matters!

Citizens Advice Cornwall is currently seeking to recruit two to three more volunteer Trustees, including a new Chair of the Trustee Board.
 

The successful candidates will join our Trustee Board, which provides strategic direction and oversight to the charity. We’re looking for ambitious and forward-thinking people to help us deliver on our dual mission of advice and advocacy. 
 

This position would suit someone taking their first steps to develop wider board level experience, and for those who might be new to governance. We welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds, so no matter what experience you have, we will provide full induction, onboarding and regular training for your Trustee role.
 

At Citizens Advice Cornwall, we embrace and value diversity and we feel passionately that our Board should be representative of the diverse communities we serve. We’re looking for people who understand the reasons why people turn to us for help and support, helping us to continually evolve our work with this in mind. We therefore particularly welcome applications from those who may have lived experience of the issues our clients face, and we encourage people from all ages, communities and backgrounds to join us. 
 

We’re also looking for people who have strategic-level experience in one or more areas where we’re building our capability:
 

·        Business Development, Fundraising and Marketing,
 

·        Using data and insight to campaign for policy and practice change,
 

This is an exciting time for our organisation, providing opportunity to bring in fresh perspectives and skills to our Board. With our current Chair coming to the end of their term in September 2025, we’re looking forward to finding our next Chair to lead the Board and bring valuable skills and experience to the organisation.

The National Children’s Choir of Great Britain is looking for talented trustees to use their skills and experience as a member of our Board. This is an exciting opportunity that offers the chance to help to build on the success of a dynamic children’s choir.

We are particularly interested in trustees who have experience of, or skills in, any of the following:

• Business acumen
• HR
• Health and Safety
• Marketing

You can expect us to

• Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
• Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
• Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities

What we need from you

You’ll be:

• Supporting your team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure volunteers are happy and confident
• Making sure the team observes charity best practice and compliance
• Collaborating with your Branch Development Manager (BDM) to plan volunteer activity
• Leading the team to follow Cats Protection policies, procedures and guidelines
• Monitoring expenditure and helping ensure long term financial stability of the volunteer group
• Organising and chairing team meetings
• Acting as an ambassador for Cats Protection

Job Title: Volunteer Recruitment Consultant
Location: Remote
Employment  Type: Part-Time (10 -15 hours per week)
Organisation: Children with Voices

About Children with Voices
Children with Voices is a Hackney-based charity dedicated to empowering children and families through educational programs, sustainable initiatives, and community-driven support. We are committed to creating a lasting, positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Volunteer Recruitment Specialist to join our team remotely. Your role will be vital in attracting, selecting, and onboarding passionate volunteers to support our impactful programs for children and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment Strategy: Design and implement creative strategies to attract a diverse pool of volunteers using social media, outreach, and job boards.
• Screening & Matching: Review applications, interview candidates, and match their skills and interests to appropriate roles.
• Onboarding & Support: Coordinate training and orientation for new volunteers while providing ongoing support and feedback.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate records of applications, assignments, and volunteer engagement metrics.
• Collaboration: Work with program managers to understand volunteer needs and improve retention.

About You

• Proactive, organised, and passionate about community development.
• Skilled in recruitment, screening, and candidate engagement (experience in HR is a bonus).
• Comfortable using digital tools for recruitment and communication.
• Motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in vulnerable families' lives.

Why Join Us?
At Children with Voices, you’ll have the chance to work with a dynamic team and directly impact your community. Your efforts will help us continue delivering life-changing programs to those who need them most.

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Skill Development: Access to training and growth opportunities to enhance your recruitment and coordination expertise.
• Flexible Work Environment: A fully remote position with the autonomy to manage your schedule.
• Meaningful Impact: The chance to directly contribute to the growth and success of a community-focused charity.

If you’re organised, passionate about making a difference, and ready to help us build a team of dedicated volunteers, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV.

Join us at Children with Voices and help us transform lives, one volunteer at a time.

Position Overview:

Children With Voices, a dynamic and community-driven charity committed to supporting vulnerable individuals and families, is seeking a motivated and skilled Volunteer Bid Writer. This role is instrumental in securing funding opportunities, grants, and partnerships to ensure the continuous growth and success of the charity's initiatives.

Responsibilities:

1. Research and Identify Funding Opportunities:

- Conduct thorough research to identify potential funding sources, grants, and partnership opportunities aligned with  Children With Voices' mission and projects.

2. Proposal Development:

- Collaborate with the charity's leadership team to gather information on projects and programs requiring funding.

- Develop compelling and well-articulated grant proposals, ensuring alignment with donor guidelines and requirements.

- Craft persuasive narratives that effectively communicate the impact of Children With Voices' activities.

3. Grant Application Submission:

- Prepare and submit grant applications within specified deadlines, adhering to all application guidelines and requirements.

- Maintain accurate records of submitted proposals, deadlines, and communication with funding bodies.

4. Relationship Building:

- Establish and maintain positive relationships with potential donors, grant-making organisations, and other stakeholders.

- Engage in effective communication to convey the charity's mission and project goals.

5. Collaboration and Coordination:

- Work closely with the fundraising team and project managers to gather necessary information for proposals.

- Collaborate with other team members to ensure the integration of programmatic and financial data in grant applications.

Qualifications:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Previous experience in grant writing, proposal development, or related fields is desirable.

- Strong research skills to identify relevant funding opportunities.

- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

- Detail-oriented with strong organisational and project management skills.

- Passion for the mission and values of Children With Voices.

Time Commitment:

Flexible, with an estimated commitment of 5-10 hours per week.

Location:

This role can be performed remotely, with occasional virtual or in-person meetings as needed.

Benefits:

- Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a positive impact.

- Gain valuable experience in grant writing and fundraising within a charitable organisation.

- Develop and enhance your skills in communication, research, and project coordination.

- Travel expenses are paid and you will have a healthy meal!

"In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer an incentive scheme where the successful candidate will receive a commission of 5% of the total value of any winning bids secured. This bonus reflects our commitment to rewarding success and contributing to the impactful work of Children with Voices."

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter expressing your interest and relevant experience. Children With Voices values diversity and encourages candidates of all backgrounds and ages to apply.

Note: This is a voluntary, unpaid position. Children With Voices is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment for all volunteers.

Our partner is an international non-profit that contributes to the protection of human rights defenders throughout the world, providing them with tools to manage their own security in the face of risks, threats and attacks.

They are seeking a Treasurer, with previous Board level experience in an international or regional organisation, to oversee all aspects of their finances and to keep their International Board up to speed on the financial health of the organisation so that they can make better decisions.

The Treasurer will be part of a multi-national and diverse group of experts who collectively work towards the improvement of the protection of human rights defenders throughout the world. The postholder will guide and advise the International Board in the approval and review of annual budgets, accounts, financial statements, and advise them on the financial implications of their decisions. The Treasurer will also provide strategic advice to support the Management Team and the Head of Finance and Administration.

The International Board meets 4-6 times per year, in online/ hybrid meetings lasting four hours (two hours over two days), typically on Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday afternoons. There will also be regular meetings with the Head of Finance and Administration as required.

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For more Trustee and Treasurer roles please visit the AfID website.

We're looking for Grants Committee members to help distribute a range of parish support funds across Coventry and Warwickshire.  Could you help administer this missional and financial support?  The Grants Committee oversee a range of funds - Buildings, Mission and Net Zero.  We're looking for members with skills and knowledge in one or more of the following areas - missional work and projects, maintenance and management of heritage buildings, environmental sustainability and carbon reduction.

A bit about this role

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year thanks to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups and teams, all of which help our feline friends in a different ways. They take in stray and abandoned cats and ensure they receive the veterinary care and attention they deserve, help raise funds, promote neutering and help spread cat welfare messages. Our volunteer treasurers maintain the finances of local groups and teams, ensuring they hold the funds needed to continue their vital work. Cats Protection relies solely on donations from generous members of the public, and our volunteer treasurers help make sure these funds are spent in the most effective way.  

What can you expect to be doing?

• Preparing budgets
• Keeping accurate financial records
• Reporting financial records via ‘Cashlog’ (Cats Protection supplied software)
• Paying invoices and volunteer expenses
• Being part of a team which ensures there are sufficient funds to meet expenditure
• Updating and advising others on income received, expenditure and available funds
• Managing and monitoring donations made to the group
• Following financial procedures e.g. Gift Aid returns and VAT claims

What are the benefits to you and the cats?

You will develop new skills, expand your knowledge and make a significant contribution to improving the lives of cats and kittens by overseeing the finances of a local volunteer groups or team. You will meet new people, make new friends and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.

We’re looking for someone with

• Experience or knowledge of accounting, book keeping and/or good numeracy skills
• The ability to collect and present information clearly and logically
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to be part of a team
• Basic IT skills to use Cats Protection systems - training and support can be provided
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to use own initiative  
• Committee volunteers need to be aged 18+

Time expectation

Our current volunteer treasurers usually spend between 2 to 4 hours per week in this role. More hours may be required at certain times, such as towards the end of the financial year but support is always available. 

Support, guidance and keeping you safe

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

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

Family Lives operate a free confidential helpline for anyone experiencing difficulties in their family or relationship.

Our volunteers take calls from parents and carers on a wide range of subjects, whether that might be issues around separation and divorce, isolation, depression, bullying and abuse, dealing with behavioural problems, etc. You can find out more about our services on our website.

We are a national service with home-based call takers county wide and we also have a call centre in Old Hatfield Hertfordshire. Once trained volunteers sign up for a weekly 4-hour shift comprising 3 hours ‘online’ followed by a debrief session with your supervisor which can lasts around half to one hour. 

We recruit volunteers with a range of backgrounds and experiences though we ask that volunteers have experience of parenting or working with children and young people, are good listeners and have a willingness to learn. Being remote it will be very important that you have a PC/laptop, plug in headset with microphone, good Wi-Fi and a private place to work from home. 

You need to be a UK resident.

Our training programme is excellent and will give you the opportunity to develop the skills needed to offer empathic support and guidance to callers whatever their circumstances; all shifts are overseen by a regular shift supervisor who provides ongoing remote support. We ask our volunteers to make a commitment of 1 year (with time off for holidays), obviously we understand that circumstances sometimes make that an impossibility but can be helpful to know at the outset that is the general expectation. 

We have call taker training sessions that run over five sessions and is done remotely connecting you via a Microsoft Teams link.

You would need to be able to attend all five sessions from one of these remote training groups and be available on four occasions to listen into calls, this can be organised remotely.

Module 1 – Wednesday 12th March

Module 2 – Wednesday 19th March

Module 3 – Wednesday 26th March

Module 4 – Wednesday 2nd April

Module 5 – Wednesday 9th April

10am to 2pm

Or

Module 1 - Saturday 8th March

Module 2 - Saturday 15th March

Module 3 - Saturday 22nd March

Module 4 - Saturday 29th March

Module 5 - Saturday 12th April

10am to 2pm

Please note that all roles offered are subject to a satisfactory DBS being obtained, you will receive details of documentation required prior to your training and this must all be in no later than the second session of your training.

Family Lives was formed over forty years ago by volunteers with the aim of ensuring that all parents had somewhere to turn before they reach crisis point.

Remote Family Support Volunteer – Live Chat

We know that the right support at the right time makes all the difference. Family Lives provides targeted early intervention and crisis support to families who are struggling.

Organisational values:

Mission: We build better family lives together.

Vision: Families should have access to active support and understanding. 

Values: Trustworthy, Compassionate and Collaborative

Purpose of the role: To be part of a flexible team providing empathic, caring and informed support to families, carers and others who use our services.

Live chat: is a free confidential service that is accessed via our website. Service users are offered emotional support, information and advice and guidance on a broad range of family issues.

Supervised by: The Shift Supervisor

 Activities: The volunteer will be fully supervised, supported and trained to provide the following activities:

·Provide emotional support to family members via our live chat service

·Use the Family Lives support model and tools to provide an empathic responses

·Ensure that all service users receive a high quality experience

·Sign post users to other agencies for information and additional support

·Complete conversation data records

·Alert the shift supervisor to any difficult situations

General: Volunteers should be willing to:

·Attend the relevant volunteer training

·Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the other policies and procedures of the organisation

·Participate in regular support, supervision meetings and learning sessions as agreed

For home based volunteers only:

·Volunteers will need a Laptop/PC, plug in headset with microphone, fast broadband and a private place to work from home

·Volunteers need to be IT/PC literate and confident troubleshooting should they have technical difficulties

 Time: We would be looking for volunteers to commit to one four-hour shift per week, plus attending training and supervision.

Location: working remotely from home

 You need to be a UK resident

Supervision and Support:

·Supervision during shifts

·Debrief after every shift

·1 to 1 supervision every 6 months

·Staff available outside of shift within office hours

·Annual review

The Benefits of Volunteering:

·Satisfaction in making a real and lasting difference to families who are struggling

·An opportunity to develop experience for CV and references. Family Lives is committed to helping volunteers develop their own learning and development, gaining new skills, knowledge or work experience

·Being part of a team of Family Lives volunteers and staff

·Personal development

·Opportunities to meet and interact with a wide range of people

·Out of pocket expenses reimbursed to a maximum of £10 per session if working from a centre

·Flexible hours

Volunteer Person Specification. We are looking for individuals who:

·Have experience of parenting/being in a parenting role or demonstrable experience of working with parents or children e.g. in their work, previous volunteering or a previous role

·Have an ability to respond empathically to emotional content

·Good written and verbal communication

·Have good keyboard skills and IT skills, with a minimum of 50 wpm

·Can demonstrate a willingness to question their own attitudes e.g. toward different forms of parenting

·Have a fluent, descriptive and expressive use of English

·Can remain open minded and non-judgemental

·Willing to commit to work within Family Lives’ policies, in particular our Confidentiality Policy and Risk of Harm Procedures

·Willing to commit to attending regular supervision and support sessions

·Willing to work as part of a team

·Willing to commit to a mutually agreed period or ideally a 12 months commitment to the organisation.

Typing Task Prior to Application for Live Chat

Prior to you submitting your application for a Live Chat Volunteer, we will require you to do a speed test, we ask for a minimum speed of 50 words per minute. 

Please take a screen shot and send it across with your application

You can have up to 3 attempts and decide which result you would like to forward as part of your application

Typing task

Go to the website typingtest

You are required to take the one minute typing test recording all of the results (speed, number of errors and adjusted speed).

We have remote voluntary call taker training groups the dates are below are you would need to be able to attend all 5 Modules from the training group.

Module 1 – Wednesday 12th March

Module 2 – Wednesday 19th March

Module 3 – Wednesday 26th March

Module 4 – Wednesday 2nd April

Module 5 – Wednesday 9th April

10am to 2pm

Or

Module 1 - Saturday 8th March

Module 2 - Saturday 15th March

Module 3 - Saturday 22nd March

Module 4 - Saturday 29th March

Module 5 - Saturday 12th April

10am to 2pm

Please note that all roles offered are subject to a satisfactory DBS being obtained, you will receive details of documentation required prior to your training and this must all be in no later than the second session of your training.

African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make informed development choices in the management of public finances and resources.

ADC’s purpose is to enable communities to independently meet their needs for essential services, such as clean water and safe sanitation and improve lives in Africa.

At ADC we encourage a working culture of seeking and giving input, showing and taking initiative, and commitment to the organisation and its purpose.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer Chief People Officer (Remote) to join ADC.

Main Purpose of Job: This role is for a HR leader who can lead and manage a comprehensive HR service through a range of projects and activities in areas such as, but not limited to: Workforce Planning and Recruitment; On-boarding/Off-boarding; Performance Management; Organisational Culture; Learning and Career Development; HR Compliance and Staff Relations; Diversity and Inclusion; Policy and Procedure Development; and Staff Records Management. Reporting to the Founder, you will manage our recruitment team and be responsible for improving staff engagement, participation and retention.

Division: People and Culture

Department: N/A

Position reports to (line manager): Founder and CEO

Who reports to this position (direct reports): HR Coordinator

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 
 

• Develop and implement an HR strategy
   
• Contribute to the development of a collaborative high performing organisational culture by building staff and organisational capability
   
• Develop an effective performance management system ensuring that organisational values are translated into measurable competencies, behaviours and objectives and that job descriptions, performance standards, and performance evaluation instruments are aligned
   
• Develop and implement learning and career development initiatives for all staff and recommend staff training that will enhance growth and development
   
• Prepare and analyse HR metrics and provide reports that support decision making
   
• Implement new, and enhance existing staff recognition and reward programs
   
• Champion the ADC culture and ensure all staff are aware of the expectations
   
• Develop and implement strategies to increase Diversity & Inclusion within the organization
   
• Develop and implement an annual People Survey, communicate results and own activity plan to drive improved staff engagement
   
• Review and approve HR policies and procedures and recommend improvements
   
• Contribute to development of a customised HR management system

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Essential

· Excellent knowledge of HR General, Learning and Career Development, and Recruitment

· Senior HR leadership experience within a small to medium sized organisation

· Experience of setting up new HR functions and processes would be desirable

· Significant experience of initiating, delivering, leading and embedding change initiatives

· Commitment of minimum 7-10 hours per week

Desirable

• Experience working in an early stage start-up and gone through a scaling phase
   
• Passion for the start-up life and comfortable in a role with a little ambiguity

What ADC Offers You:

This is a volunteer, remote and unpaid position with the following benefits:

• Professional learning and career development opportunities
   
• An opportunity to build on your work experience within your profession
   
• An opportunity to be part of a diverse team representing different parts of the world that is helping to deliver systemic social change in Africa
   
• An opportunity to help shape a start-up social enterprise
   
• We provide work reference