International Development Volunteer Roles
Position Overview
Based in Madagascar, this position will work across SEED’s Community Health Department including maternal and child health, SRHR and food security. We use community-led, participatory approaches, working with local communities to identify and implement projects that meet their needs and priorities. It is a superb opportunity for an early career development professional to be part of a team of national and international staff supporting the development, funding, reporting and evaluation of our community health programme.
Primary responsibilities include the writing of donor reports and proposals, providing additional support to the project team surrounding project management and monitoring and evaluation. The role is predominantly office-based with some bush travel. The diversity of activities undertaken will provide a wide-ranging experience for an early career development professional who can effectively and efficiently deal with a comprehensive range of tasks related to the complex world of overseas development.
It is essential that the post holder is able to work in English to a high standard and have at least intermediate French. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Title: Programme Intern - change of title and responsibilities to Community Health Programme Officer subject to passing 3-month probationary review.
Location: Fort Dauphin, Madagascar
Probationary Period: Three months
Contract: Voluntary for 12 months, with stipend of 800,000 MGA per month towards accommodation and a contribution of £650 towards insurance
Duties and Responsibilities
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Write project reports, to a high standard of English, that clearly demonstrate the successes and challenges of our community health projects and provide clear budgetary information
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Compile funding proposals based on past evaluation, team discussion and International best practice in an engaging and professional manner
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Conduct internet searches and searches through SEED’s funder database for potential donors to fund projects
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Take a leading role in gathering statistics and ensure that all existing statistics relating to the projects are accurate
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Work alongside the Communications and Media Officer to build a communications plan for the community health projects, writing regular Facebook, blog posts and website copy
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Support the development of projects that fulfil local need and sit within the aims of SEED taking into account research findings, local needs and constraints, government objectives and SEED’s previous experience
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Conduct research into international best practices with regard to SEED’s community health programme and take the lead in discussing these with the team
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Monitor and update project trackers according to project activities, ensuring the project is on track to meet project indicators and objectives
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Take an active role in project management meetings, leading these where appropriate
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Take an active part in international team meetings and support to other members of the team
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Work with national staff in increasing their skills and capacity, providing mentoring or training where appropriate
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Assist in data collection and basic analysis where required and where there is an Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Specialist in post assist them in developing monitoring and evaluation tools and completing MEL reports for projects
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Work alongside the Head of Project Development and Head of Finance in developing and managing the budgets relating to projects
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Maintain a database of projects and funders alongside the UK and remote team
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Form part of the team representing projects or SEED when required.
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Liaise with the UK team in London ensuring clear communication at all times.
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Ensure all of SEED’s policies and procedures are evident throughout the work of the department, including those for safeguarding, whistleblowing and anticorruption, and undertake continual training to ensure these are promoted at all times
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Complete other ad-hoc tasks as required by the Senior Programme Officer, Head of Community Health Programmes or Director of Operations and Heads of Departments to further the aims and work of the organisation.
Person Specification
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Hold an undergraduate in or relating to community health, general development or have transferable skills or equivalent experience
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Minimum of 1-3 years professional experience of securing funding, project management, donor compliance and donor reporting
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Demonstrate strong writing skills. Previous experience in grant-writing is an asset.
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Demonstrate sound knowledge and keen interest in Community Health and its interface with international development
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Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to SEED’s ethos and approach and be a good ambassador for SEED at all times
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Have passion, curiosity and motivation for the job and the ability to enthuse others
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Have the ability and desire to work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers
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Have the ability and desire to build capacity and share skills across cultures and work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers
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Intermediate French is essential and be able to hold meetings and read reports in French
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Demonstrate proven ability to recognise and appropriately deal with challenging situations
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Demonstrate an awareness of and comfort with increased social and professional responsibility, working at all times with cultural sensitivity and respect
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Demonstrate the ability, social skills and confidence to give clear guidance and support to other members of the team in respect of the philosophy and procedures of SEED in order to protect both their safety and the reputation of the NGO
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Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEED’s policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately
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Be punctual and be able to work to tight deadlines in an organised manner and to a high standard
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Have a flexible and patient attitude
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Have excellent problem-solving skills
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Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
About the Organisation
SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. We integrate high quality community health, sustainable livelihoods; education infrastructure and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change and add to international best practice through research and publication across all of our programmatic areas. We are now looking for entry level interns and officers to work alongside national staff and expand our team.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining why they wish to take up this position and how their skills and experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass by email on lisa@seedmadagascar. org.
Please note: AI generated cover letters and recruitment exercises will not be processed.
Application Deadline: Monday 21st October 2024 at 23:59 GMT. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis throughout this period.
Candidates will complete an exercise, long-listed applicants will have an initial informal interview with Madagascar based staff and short-listed applicants will then be offered an interview with the London team.
*Please note that the expected in-country start date for this position is 13th January.
SEED Madagascar actively encourages equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and aims to create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful discrimination, where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.
Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining why they wish to take up this position and how their skills and experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass by email on lisa@seedmadagascar. org.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position Overview
Based in the coastal town of Fort Dauphin in the southeast of Madagascar, this post will provide support to our Environment and Conservation projects implemented by the NGO. The successful candidate will work within a combined national and international team to assist in the development of projects, from initial planning stages to final evaluations. Primary responsibilities include the writing of donor reports and proposals, providing additional support to the project team surrounding project management and monitoring and evaluation. The role is predominantly office-based with some bush travel. The diversity of activities undertaken will provide a wide-ranging experience for an early career development professional who can effectively and efficiently deal with a comprehensive range of tasks related to the complex world of overseas development.
Title: Programme Intern for initial three months, change of title and responsibilities to Programme Officer subject to passing probationary review
Location: Fort Dauphin, Anosy Region, Madagascar
Probationary Period: Three months
Contract: Voluntary for twelve months; contribution to accommodation and insurance costs
Duties and responsibilities
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Write project reports, to a high standard of English, that clearly demonstrate the successes and challenges of the Environment and Conservation projects, learning and providing clear budgetary information
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Compile funding proposals based on past evaluation, team discussion and International best practice in an engaging and professional manner
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Conduct internet searches and searches through SEED’s funder database for potential donors to fund projects
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Take a leading role in gathering statistics and ensure that all existing statistics relating to the projects are accurate
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Work alongside the Communications and Media Officer to build a communications plan for the Conservation and Rural Livelihoods projects, writing regular Facebook, blog posts and website copy
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Support the development of projects that fulfil local need and sit within the aims of SEED taking into account research findings, local needs and constraints, government objectives and SEED’s previous experience
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Conduct research into international best practice with regard to Conservation and Rural Livelihoods programmes and take the lead in discussing these with the team
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Monitor and update project trackers according to project activities, ensuring the project is on track to meet project indicators and objectives
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Take an active role in project management meetings, leading these where appropriate
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Take an active part in international team meetings and support to other members of the team
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Work with national staff in increasing their skills and capacity, providing mentoring or training where appropriate
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Assist in data collection and basic analysis where required and where there is an Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Officer in post assist them in developing monitoring and evaluation tools and completing MEL reports for projects
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Work alongside the Head of Programmes and Head of Finance in developing and managing the budgets relating to projects
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Maintain a database of projects and funders alongside the UK team in London
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Form part of the team representing projects or SEED when required
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Liaise with the UK team in London ensuring clear communication at all times
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Ensure all of SEED’s policies and procedures are evident throughout the work of the department, including those for safeguarding, whistleblowing, and anticorruption, and undertake continual training to ensure these are promoted at all times
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Complete other ad-hoc tasks as required by the Conservation and Rural Livelihoods Project Coordinators, Head of Department, Head of Programmes, or Director of Programmes and Operations to further the aims and work of the organisation
Person specification
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Hold an undergraduate in or relating to conservation, environmental studies, related disciplines or have equivalent experience
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Demonstrate strong writing skills. Previous experience in grant-writing is an asset
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Demonstrate sound knowledge and keen interest in Conservation and its interface with international development; previous experience of Conservation or community-based work would be an asset
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Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to SEED’s ethos and approach and be a good ambassador for SEED at all times
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Have passion, curiosity and motivation for the job and the ability to enthuse others
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Have the ability and desire to work with teams from different economic and cultural backgrounds and across multiple language barriers
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Demonstrate proven ability to recognise and appropriately deal with challenging situations
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Demonstrate an awareness of and comfort with increased social and professional responsibility, working at all times with cultural sensitivity and respect
-
Demonstrate the ability, social skills and confidence to give clear guidance and support to other members of the team in respect of the philosophy and procedures of SEED in order to protect both their safety and the reputation of the NGO
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Be able to work to and advocate for all of SEED’s policies and procedures, safeguarding those that SEED works with and reporting any concerns appropriately
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Be punctual and be able to work to tight deadlines in an organised manner and to a high standard
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Have a flexible and patient attitude
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Have excellent problem-solving skills
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Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
Practicalities
The successful candidate will be able to financially support themselves for the full duration of this post
About the Organisation
SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of Madagascar. We integrate high quality community health, rural livelihoods; education infrastructure and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change and add to international best practice through research and publication across all programmatic areas. We are now looking for entry level interns and officers to work alongside national staff and expand our team.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining why they wish to take up this position and how their skills and experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass by email on lisa@seedmadagascar. org.
Please note: AI generated cover letters and recruitment exercises will not be processed.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Candidates will complete an exercise, long-listed applicants will have an initial informal interview with Madagascar based staff and short-listed applicants will then be offered an interview with the London team.
*Please note that the expected in-country start date for this position is 13th January.
SEED Madagascar actively encourages equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and aims to create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful discrimination, where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting Volunteer Team Leaders to lead and inspire! This is your chance to meet new people, gain new skills and experience and have fun whilst being part of a great cause.
Location: London, working from home
Recruiting for various Team Leaders for- so please specify.
- North London Sisters
- West London Brothers
- South London Sisters
- South London Brothers
- Slough Sisters
- Reading
Expenses: This is a voluntary position, but we reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses in line with our policy
Main tasks
We need individuals who can manage a group of volunteers within their region and work with Human Appeal staff members to ensure volunteers’ active involvement in events and campaigns.
Recruit new volunteers and lead current volunteers who will be allocated to your team
Communicate important campaign-related information to your team
Organise 2 Fundraising events or community projects with your team within an assigned budget in the year.
Actively attend and participate in Team Leader meetings and complete any actions allocated to you E.g Recruiting volunteers for online fundraising.
Work with the Human Appeal staff team to deliver campaigns and 2 in-person events for the year.
Organise and attend Monthly Meetings with your Volunteers
Where possible, support with Team Leader recruitment by joining the interviewing panel
Knowledge/Experience/Skills
We will provide you with the tools, training and support you need but here are a few things we are looking for:
Excellent communication, negotiation, influencing, innovation and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and develop as an individual and accept constructive feedback
Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of people
Ability to support and coordinate a diverse group of individuals
Ability to prioritise workload and work well in a team
Learning and Development
To enable you to take part in this opportunity Human Appeal will provide:
Leadership training to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to fulfil the role
A dedicated member of staff to provide ongoing support and supervision
Payment of “out of pocket” expenses in line with Human Appeal’s expenses policy
Webinars to provide you with the information you require for the campaign
A volunteer handbook that outlines the policies and procedures you need to be aware of whilst volunteering
Benefits of volunteering with us
By volunteering in an international charity, you will gain valuable skills, experience and knowledge. We will also offer:
Opportunities to take part in Human Appeal events and training programmes
Opportunity for you and your team run your own event for a Human Appeal project of your choice
Support from our HR Team in developing your CV and interviewing skills
Experience of operating within an international humanitarian charity
Offer to provide references after 3 months of volunteering
Excellent support as part of a friendly team with fun away days
Develop knowledge and skills in people management, social media, recruitment and project management
Terms and conditions: Voluntary roles, expenses paid
Closing date: This advert will close on 7th October 2024
SEED Madagascar is looking for two new Trustees to work on its Board of Trustees and with the Managing Director and his team. One role is to be the Vice Chair to support our Chair across her role, and the second role is to bring fundraising expertise to support SEED in its vital work in Madagascar.
SEED is growing and rising to the challenges that the country and its people are facing, and these Trustees will play an important role in SEED’s development.
SEED delivers impactful projects with communities in the southeast of Madagascar in the fields of community health, sustainable livelihoods, conservation and school infrastructure. More recently SEED has responded to the famine affecting many families in the areas it works with emergency food distribution.
The new Trustees will bring experience of working at a senior level in the not-for-profit sector. The Vice Chair will bring governance experience, and the fundraising trustee will have experience of fundraising in organsiations of a similar size. We are looking for a passion for, and understanding of, international development, along with strong people skills and a good grasp of strategic planning.
Please see our Candidate Pack for full details of the role and the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Terms and conditions: Voluntary roles, expenses paid
Closing date: This advert will close on 7th October 2024
SEED Madagascar is looking for two new Trustees to work on its Board of Trustees and with the Managing Director and his team. One role is to be the Vice Chair to support our Chair across her role, and the second role is to bring fundraising expertise to support SEED in its vital work in Madagascar.
SEED is growing and rising to the challenges that the country and its people are facing, and these Trustees will play an important role in SEED’s development.
SEED delivers impactful projects with communities in the southeast of Madagascar in the fields of community health, sustainable livelihoods, conservation and school infrastructure. More recently SEED has responded to the famine affecting many families in the areas it works with emergency food distribution.
The new Trustees will bring experience of working at a senior level in the not-for-profit sector. The Vice Chair will bring governance experience, and the fundraising trustee will have experience of fundraising in organsiations of a similar size. We are looking for a passion for, and understanding of, international development, along with strong people skills and a good grasp of strategic planning.
Please see our Candidate Pack for full details of the role and the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Oxfam's Porthmadog Shop is looking for Volunteers to help Oxfam’s fight to support the world’s most vulnerable communities.
We’re looking for volunteers who can give 4-8 hours (or more!) of their time in the shop each week, and we’re excited to welcome brand new volunteers to our stores!
Right now, we're looking for volunteers to help out on Monday mornings and Fridays, but we have spaces across the week!
Location: 10 Lombard Street, Porthmadog, LL49 9AP
Become a volunteer!
We like to give volunteers an opportunity to try a range of areas before they find something that suits them. You might become a Shop Volunteer, Bookshop Volunteer or Music Shop Volunteer. Or, you might find yourself in a more specialist role such as a Social Media Volunteer, Online Shop Volunteer, Admin/Finance Support Volunteer, or even a Lead Volunteer.
Whatever your skills or interests, there’s something for everyone…
Why be a volunteer?
Your time will make a huge difference. We estimate one four-hour shift will, on average, provide enough income to enable Oxfam to provide life-saving handwashing facilities for 81 people.
Volunteering also has a positive impact on wellbeing, with an incredible 7 in 10 volunteers saying that their charitable actions were beneficial for their mental health.
Benefits of becoming a Volunteer:
· Gain genuine experience working in a retail environment.
· Volunteering can help you learn new skills, gain experience, and develop your CV.
· Great way to meet new people & be part of a community. Volunteering can help you feel part of something outside your friends and family.
· Be part of a fantastic team and make a positive change to the world.
· Opportunity to utilise and develop your transferable skills.
Volunteering with Oxfam will give you the skills, confidence and experience you need to build your CV and boost your employability. Problem solving, communication, working with others and familiarity with the workplace are universally valued by employers.
No experience is necessary as full training and an induction will be given. You don't need to be computer literate to join our team; there are volunteer opportunities for all. All we ask is that you’re happy to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
We can be flexible around parenting, caring, health, employment, education, and any other commitments you have.
Tempted? Apply now!
Oxfam covers expenses incurred in line with Oxfam’s Volunteer Expenses Policy, including local, reasonable travel expenses and lunch (for volunteering 5 hours +).’
· We take the welfare of volunteers and everyone we work with very seriously. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying, abuse of power, or any sexual misconduct within the workplace.
· Oxfam do not accept applications from anyone on the Sex Offenders list. We may inquire about unspent convictions relevant to the role and you may be required to submit to PVG/DBS check (at no expense to you).
· *NB: due to the current capacity of some shops, it may be that you will be placed on a waiting list and/or, if you are under 18, until a shop has enough staff and/or volunteers DBS cleared. The Shop Manager will discuss this with you.
Please note, you don't need to provide a CV.
Oxfam is a global community of people who believe in a kinder, and radically better world, where everyone has the power to thrive not just survive.
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Our partner helps individuals and communities rebuild their own lives after the trauma of war. Currently working in Ukraine, Rwanda and Lebanon, they provide tools, training, education and other support.
They require an Independent Examination of their accounts for the financial year 1st January 2023 to 31st December 2023, in preparation for submission to the Charity Commission.
They are seeking a suitably qualified volunteer able to undertake IEs for organisations with an income over £250k, in line with Charity Commission guidelines and the requirements of the Charities Act 2011, and they are ideally looking for someone who has undertaken an Independent Examination previously.
The accounts have been produced on Xero, where all transactions have been recorded. There are some supporting documents contained within Google sheets, which are ready for review.
It is estimated that the work can be undertaken within 1 week and the examination needs to be completed before the end of October.
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We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, fast learning intern to join our growing team at Human Appeal; helping us to research projects, review HR reports, and complete quality checks for our UK offices to identify the support needs of our staff.
Main tasks include:
- Provide generalist support for the entire recruitment cycle including but not limited to; interview bookings, JD/JP drafting, advertisements, longlisting, coordination with managers or candidates, reference checks, etc.
- Support HR L&D initiatives including orientations, trainings, workshops etc.
- Ensure proper HR file documentation and file management to audit standards.
- Conducting HR quality checks via routine spot checks and maintain HR trackers.
- Compiling HR exec summaries or reports.
- Undertaking research projects and supporting HR project implementation when requested.
Knowledge/Experience/Skills required:
- Ideally studying towards or completed a Bachelors degree, preferably in HR.
- A good understanding of humanitarian relief
- Effective written and oral communication skills in English
- Basic IT Skills (Excel, Outlook, Office 365, One drive, TEAMs)
- Ability to work well in a diverse virtual team
- Problem solving skills
- Cultural awareness and an understanding of HR
Benefits of volunteering with us:
- Experience of operating within the HR division of an international charity
- Opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in HR Management
- Excellent support as part of a friendly team
- Excellent training opportunities
- Offer to provide references after 3 months of volunteering
- Support in developing your CV (should you want it)
- Opportunities to take part in Human Appeal local events
Learning & Development:
To enable you to take part in this opportunity Human Appeal will provide:
- A detailed induction to provide you with an overview of Human Appeal
- Training and shadowing providing all the information and skills needed to fulfil the role
- A dedicated member of staff to provide ongoing support and supervision
- Payment of “out of pocket” expenses in line with Human Appeal’s expenses policy
- A volunteer handbook that outlines all of the policies and procedures you will need to be aware of whilst volunteering
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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HEKIMA
HEKIMA promotes children rights and the well-being of the children and youth. We work under the guidance of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).
Hekima is a Tanzanian organization dedicated to promoting child rights and protecting youth from violence. They achieve this through community accountability, empowering children and young people to demand their rights and re-strengthening child protection systems. Their focus areas include street children, child labor, and child trafficking.
Welcome for contributing your effort and being open-minded to learning in a small organization that matters to helping children and youth.
Sustainability Strategist
Role Description
- Updating Program Documents:
Regularly revise and maintain all program-related documents. Ensure they align with the latest goals, strategies, and donor requirements.
- Creating Program Materials:
Design user-friendly, impactful resources for program implementation. Adapt materials for different audiences, such as stakeholders and beneficiaries.
- Engaging Partners:
Define clear partnership models. Show how partners can support the program through funding, expertise, or resources.
- Developing, Fundraising, and Implementing Programs:
Identify community needs and design relevant programs. Create a strong fundraising strategy to support these programs. Oversee the successful implementation and monitoring of each program.
Volunteer 10+ hours per week for 1-2 months remotely.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Choice International is a UK based not-for-profit international development organisation that seeks to address inequality issues both overseas and within the UK. We promote equality, diversity and inclusion via researching, developing and implementing development projects for disabled people and other disadvantaged communities in the UK and overseas.
In view of upcoming development projects, we are seeking applications for a Project Development & Marketing Volunteer to work from our office in East London. There is opportunity for working from home after the first month.
This is an exciting position that offers plenty of scope to make a real difference in support of equality and diversity. We are currently delivering disability sports projects and events in India and in London.
The role is to assist the organisation with the development of national and international programmes for disability and equality rights and other related projects through research, administration and writing proposals, emails and reports.
The main responsibilities will be:
• To research potential partnerships and assist in the development of project proposals
• To research funding opportunities and assist in the development of grant proposals
• To assist in the organisation and management of Choice International activities and events
• To represent Choice International at conferences, exhibitions and seminars, as necessary
• To support other administrative tasks, as necessary.
Applicants should have a positive, can-do attitude, be reliable and trustworthy. If you are passionate about equality diversity and international development and keen to gain valuable, hands-on experience, then we would like to hear from you.
Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid position. However, depending on funding available we may be able to contribute to the cost of travel from your home to the office.
Please note due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all applicants hence only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Choice International is a non-profit organisation promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the UK and overseas. It researches, develops and implements development projects for disabled people and other disadvantaged people in the UK and overseas.
We are seeking a Fundraising Volunteer to support with writing funding proposals, completing funding applications to trusts and foundations as well as contacting corporates for sponsorship for events and one-off projects. You will work form our office based in East London to support with raising funds for our events and organisation in the long term.
Your Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with researching and approaching corporate entities, national and international, for event sponsorships, partnerships, Charity of the Year partnerships, and donations from corporate foundations
- Assisting with writing and delivering compelling presentations and proposals for funding to trusts, foundations and other institutes
- Writing emails and speaking with potential partners over the phone about the work of Choice with the aim of securing funds for the organisation.
You will have the following skills and experience:
- A good level of written and oral communication
- Experience of writing funding proposals and working in fundraising would be an advantage
- Knowledge of corporate fundraising techniques including Charity of the Year, sponsorship, donations, marketing would be an advantage
- An ability to present and engage potential partners/sponsors in a compelling way
We are seeking a motivated and talented volunteer to support us in this role.
Working in a small team, you will be supporting Choice Directors, and will have responsibility for corporate, major donor and other fundraising. You will get involved with some of the largest grant funders in the UK, including the Big Lottery, Comic Relief, London Council and others.
The ideal candidate must have good written communication skills, with experience of writing funding proposals, as well as being motivated to develop a career in fundraising for a good cause.
Further, you should be able to work under your own initiative. We provide a wide array of training, development and guidance for our volunteers. Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to support development projects to improve the quality of life of marginalised people.If you are passionate about equality, diversity and international development and keen to gain valuable, hands-on experience, then we would like to hear from you.Please note that this is a voluntary, unpaid position, with a possibility of contributing to the cost of travel from your home to our office.
Please note due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all applicants, hence only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Our specialist bookshops are part of what makes Oxfam totally unique. We have the largest chain of second-hand bookshops in Europe and sell 22 million books annually. We’ll share our expertise with you and give you all the training and support you need to help us make the most of our wonderful donated books. Whether you have years of experience or are totally new to retail, you will be part of a fantastic community of booksellers.
Our bookshops are like a beehive – there’s so much going on! You can keep busy behind the scenes, sorting, researching, and pricing donations. Or maybe you’d like to be on the shop floor serving customers and helpings donors. Some people like to focus on their speciality and some like to try a bit of everything. It’s up to you!
Oxfam bookshops are a great place to volunteer, learn about retail, and get involved with your local community.
About this role
We will give you all the training and support you need so you will develop your skills as part of our team. You don’t need to have any experience – we’ve got you covered. You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.
You can focus on any part of volunteering that interests you the most whether it’s working with books, people, admin, social media, or a bit of everything. As a Bookshop Volunteer you’ll develop skills that boost your confidence.
Put your expertise to good use by focussing on what interests you the most or branch out and learn about something completely new. Learn to make the most of donations by checking, researching, and pricing themm. Improve your communication skills as part of a team.
Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Passionate about education and the transformative role it can play in African children’s lives?
Ready to lead and grow a small all volunteer organisation?
Unhappy with the status quo of Aid and Development and believe in a model that a helping hand, locally led, can be transformative?
If so, RedEarth Village Schools warmly invites you to lead as our Chair of Trustees
“Building a brighter future for Ugandan village children – TOGETHER”
Position Summary:
We are seeking an inspirational and engaged leader with a strategic vision, strong communication skills and genuine desire to make a difference. You will work closely with the CEO (voluntary position) in leading as we scale up in the UK, building a skilled diverse board of trustees, volunteers and staff so we have a sustainable future.
Responsibilities:
Willingness to lead
Providing experience, strategic leadership and direction to the trustee board, volunteers and others.
Championing our Vision
Advocating – be able and willing to champion RedEarth Village Schools through personal networks, social media etc
What’s in it for you ?
Joining Redearth Village Schools as Chair of Trustees offers a genuine opportunity to lead and make a tangible difference to the lives of children in rural Uganda. Over the next five years we aim to replicate our impact to more primary schools that feed into Bishop Willigers Secondary School - working in partnership with School Leaders and locally led NGOs. But in order to do this we need to grow in the UK . You will be leading and helping to shape a passionate Board, volunteers and staff (when funds allow) in the UK committed to creating a lasting impact. This role provides a platform to leverage your skills, expertise, leadership and networks to drive positive change for village children and a legacy that is lasting.
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African Development Choices (ADC) is a UK-based Social Enterprise on a mission to reduce poverty by empowering communities to make more informed choices in the management of public 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.
Main Purpose of Job: Design and manage graphical content for various digital channels
Division: Operations
Department: Marketing & Communications
Position Reports to: Head of Marketing & Communications
Position is Responsible for: N/A
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage brand content such as logos, buttons, icons etc.
- Create new graphics for social media, website, email, posters, flyers, newsletter etc.
- Ensuring that ADC’s graphical content is impactful, clear and on brand
- Make input for improvement of the brand guidelines
- Organise and maintain design files and master assets
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Essential
- 3+ year of experience as a Graphic Designer
- Knowledge of graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
- Ability to follow brand guidelines to produce work in line with ADC’s brand and to follow graphic design best practices
- Proficient knowledge of industry and digital design’s best practices.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating previous work examples
- High level of design ability and attention to detail
- Available to volunteer at least 7-10 hours a week
- Ability to actively take initiative and help set things up in a start-up environment
- Ability to actively seek and give input in a collaborative team environment
- A committed team player with good communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience working in an early-stage startup 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
This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
Here at African Development Choices, we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our teams are made up of people from all over the world and we welcome all applications. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition, and you require any reasonable adjustments for your application with us, please let us know by contacting recruitmentatafricandevelopmentchoicesdotorg.
Terms and conditions: Voluntary roles, expenses paid
Closing date: This advert will close on 7th October 2024
SEED Madagascar is looking for two new Trustees to work on its Board of Trustees and with the Managing Director and his team. One role is to be the Vice Chair to support our Chair across her role, and the second role is to bring fundraising expertise to support SEED in its vital work in Madagascar.
SEED is growing and rising to the challenges that the country and its people are facing, and these Trustees will play an important role in SEED’s development.
SEED delivers impactful projects with communities in the southeast of Madagascar in the fields of community health, sustainable livelihoods, conservation and school infrastructure. More recently SEED has responded to the famine affecting many families in the areas it works with emergency food distribution.
The new Trustees will bring experience of working at a senior level in the not-for-profit sector. The Vice Chair will bring governance experience, and the fundraising trustee will have experience of fundraising in organsiations of a similar size. We are looking for a passion for, and understanding of, international development, along with strong people skills and a good grasp of strategic planning.
Please see our Candidate Pack for full details of the role and the recruitment process.