Volunteer lead volunteer roles in uckfield, east sussex
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Disability charity in Brighton seeks new trustees. Help shape the next 5 years as we go through an exciting period of change.
A well established charity operating in Brighton & Hove and across Sussex, we are a user led organisation, whose membership, staff, volunteers, and trustees, are drawn from people with a personal or professional experience of disability.
Our charity has been through a period of change, with a new Chief Executive Officer appointed in August 2024, following a year with an Interim CEO in place. We are ambitious about what we can achieve, and passionate about being the voice of disabled people within our communities. We are navigating a period of cultural change and discovering new opportunities to develop our work and reach broader communities.
The charity has faced a changing and challenging funding landscape, with local councils and grant making bodies both reducing the monies available, against a background of rising costs. We have diversified our income streams, but seek further help and direction with this and in particular are seeking fundraising skills and innovative income generation and marketing ideas.
We envisage the next 5 years as being a period of growth and change with real opportunities to shape the future direction of the charity. We are seeking trustees who have relevant professional skills across a broad range of areas who can help us move into the next stage of the charity's development with confidence.
Currently 75% of our staff and volunteers have lived experience of disability and as a disability charity we particularly welcome applications from disabled trustees or those with lived experience. However, we welcome all applications.
As a course of positive action and to ensure a wide representation of our diverse communities, we actively encourage applications from younger people, people from minority ethnic groups, people from the lesbian and gay communities, and those who are transgender, non-binary, or gender-diverse. We recognise these communities are currently under-represented on our board and we would love to hear from you.
Becoming a trustee is a rewarding and interesting role, with plenty of opportunity for personal growth. More importantly, you have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of disabled people and those living with long-term health conditions, including mental health.
We are looking for to increase the number of trustees on our board and are looking for candidates who are truly passionate about our vision and mission. Maybe you could play a part in ensuring the development and sustainability of the charity as we continue to support disabled people and look towards the future?
We need trustees with the right skills and experience to guide and challenge the strategic direction of every area of the organisation.
As a charity it is imperative we have a reliable Board, fit for purpose. You don’t need prior experience being a trustee; If you are committed, passionate, and determined, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit:
1. Your CV (no more than 3 pages)
2. Cover letter or statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining:
• Your interest in the charity
• Any relevant professional experience
• Motivation in applying for your chosen trustee role
• What you believe you can contribute to Possability People
3. A brief statement confirming you agree to the declarations set out in Appendix 2 of the Trustee Pack.
Once we’ve received your application we’ll contact you for an initial chat over the phone. The next stage will be to visit our offices Kemp Town, Brighton, to meet some of the team and to discuss things in more detail.
Enabling and empowering people with health conditions to live the life they choose.
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About IHF
The International Humanity Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering underserved children in Kenya, Indonesia, and Thailand. We believe in transparency, equal opportunity, and self-sufficiency.
Role Summary
We’re seeking experienced Fundraising Volunteers (remote) with a proven track record—at least 3 years of successful fundraising or grant writing. Your efforts will directly support our global programs and mission.
Responsibilities
Identify and pursue fundraising/grant opportunities
Craft compelling proposals and campaigns
Engage donors and support long-term funding strategies
Work with and lead our fundraising team
Coordinating our At Home volunteers and Global Leadership Development candidates
Requirements
3+ years fundraising experience
Proven fundraising success
Strong writing and communication skills
Self-motivated, reliable, and results-driven
What You Gain
Strategic involvement in meaningful NGO initiatives
Opportunity to expand your global portfolio and build international credibility
Access to leadership roles and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization
A platform to make measurable, lasting impact in the lives of children and communities
Reports To:
Global Outreach Coordinator
Director of Fundraising Initiatives
Please note that shortlisted applicants will go through two rounds of interviews before any contract decision is made. These interviews are designed to assess both your expertise and alignment with our mission and team culture.
Only successful candidates from both interview rounds will be considered for a contract offer
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This is an exciting time in our growth as we look to grow our governance systems, build on our successes and ensure we are a radical, dynamic organisation rooted in our anti-racist and anti-oppressive values. We are looking for a new Chair for our Trustee board, to join us and help lead and shape the future of the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about the natural world and inspiring others to engage with it?
Join us as a Trustee at the Field Studies Council and help shape the future of environmental education.
- You can be based anywhere in the UK
- You’ll need to commit approx. 10 days a year
- It’s a voluntary position but reasonable expenses are reimbursed
About Us
Field Studies Council is an environmental education charity. For over 80 years, we've been inspiring people to understand and care for the natural world. Through our network of centres across the UK, we provide fieldwork and outdoor learning experiences for all ages — from school groups and university students to families and lifelong learners.
We are a leader in biodiversity training, the publisher of best-selling wildlife ID guides, and a champion for accessible outdoor education, particularly for disadvantaged young people. Our mission is simple but vital: to create outstanding opportunities that inspire everyone to engage with and care for the environment.
Your Opportunity to Make a Difference
We’re currently looking to appoint four new Trustees to bring fresh perspectives and help us grow in diversity, representation and expertise. As a Trustee, you'll help guide and shape our charity’s future.
While the day-to-day running of our charity is handled by our staff and volunteers, the Board of Trustees plays a key role in making sure everything stays on track.
That includes overseeing our work, making big-picture decisions, and ensuring we meet our legal and regulatory responsibilities. It’s an important role, but you won’t be doing it alone. You will:
- Provide strategic oversight and guidance to support our mission and values
- Use your insight and experience to influence decisions that impact tens of thousands of learners annually
- Act as an ambassador for environmental education and social inclusion
- Contribute to Board and committee meetings, and participate in key annual activities including visiting one of our field centres each year to see our work in action
- Use your knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to help us innovate, grow, and reach more people
Who We’re Looking For
You don’t need to be an academic, ecologist or environmentalist to join us or have charity trustee, company director or equivalent experience — we welcome applicants from all walks of life. We are especially interested in candidates with skills in:
- Charity governance
- Finance (qualified professionals – potential Honorary Treasurer role)
- Fundraising & stakeholder engagement
- Marketing & communications
Above all, we want individuals who are:
- Passionate about equal access to outdoor learning
- Ready to speak up and bring a new perspective
- Willing to give their time and energy to support the Field Studies Council
We’re committed to building a Trustee board that is inclusive, representative, and reflective of the diverse communities we serve.
We warmly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in charity governance — including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQIA+ communities, young people, and those with lived experience of social or economic disadvantage.
If you're excited by our mission and ready to help others experience the power of nature, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s Involved
- Approx. 10 days per year commitment for an initial 3-year term (this includes board and committee meetings, and a centre visit)
- Most meetings are held virtually, with one in-person event annually
- All reasonable expenses are covered
- Appropriate training and support will be provided
Please download the Trustee Candidate Information Pack to learn more and take the next step in helping us connect people with the natural world
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a Director of Professional Development to join YAF’s leadership team for a two year term, starting in June 2025.
As Director of Professional Development, you’ll lead our flagship programme, Evolve, which has been going from strength to strength since 2016. This 10-month professional development scheme matches early-career arts fundraisers with senior fundraisers in the sector and provides peer-to-peer mentoring, workshops, and networking. A key objective of your role will be to build on this success and work with our partners at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising's Cultural Sector Network to secure the programme's future.
What you’ll gain:
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Valuable leadership experience in a respected arts organisation
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Expanded professional network across the cultural sector
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Opportunity to design our strategy and shape YAF’s future
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Skills in programme management, mentoring, and partnership development
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Chance to make a significant impact on the future of arts fundraising
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Experience working with a passionate team dedicated to transforming professional development in arts fundraising
A peer-led professional network for early-career fundraisers in the arts sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Founded in 1997, the Islington Centre for Refugees and Migrants provides a place for refugees, migrants, and people seeking asylum to rebuild their life with support and community. From classes to casework to financial assistance, the Centre has a wide offering available for our community of over 200 people. Our approach is compassionate and human and the support we offer is long term - on average people stay with us around four years.
The current Board brings a wide range of charity and public body experience including strategy and fundraising and we are looking for skills to both enhance and complement these strengths.
The Centre has a dedicated and talented staff team led by our CEO, Andy Ruiz Palma, who joined in 2000 as an English teacher. In addition to this staff resource we have around 40 volunteers who provide direct support through activities. We also have in place accountancy support to the executive and a dedicated fundraising team.
We are looking for people who can demonstrate a strong empathy with our client group and who understand how to work with organisations rooted in a local community. You will bring excellent people and communication skills and demonstrate good team-working.
You will demonstrate this through your experience working with marginalised communities (either in a frontline operational role, a policymaking role, or on the Board of another organisation) or personal lived experience as a member of a marginalised community.
We are open to applications from people looking for their first Trustee role or who may not have considered being a Trustee before and will provide mentoring to help trustees find their feet.
We are looking to recruit 2- 3 new trustees and have a strong preference for any of the following or a combination of these skills:
- Finance/Accountancy qualification – we have an excellent Treasurer Trustee and are looking for a deputy
- HR
- Fundraising
- IT/Data management
- Lived Experience as a refugee or migrant
Our mission is to offer people the emotional support, practical tools and sense of community they need to be happy and have a decent quality of life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Kickstart SUNSHINE – Join Our Fundraising Committee!
Are you a fundraising dynamo ready to ignite transformative change? We’re launching SUNSHINE—a soon-to-be registered charity dedicated to building community bonds and combating isolation—and we need your expertise to raise the funds that will bring our vision to life.
Who We Are
SUNSHINE is a vibrant, new initiative set to spark community connection and combat loneliness. As we lay the foundation for our official registration, our mission is to create innovative projects that bring warmth and belonging to everyone we touch.
Your Role on the Fundraising Committee
We’re assembling a powerhouse committee to develop and execute fundraising strategies that propel us from start-up dreams to impactful action. Your role will be crucial in ensuring SUNSHINE has the financial fuel it needs to launch and grow. Key responsibilities include:
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Strategic Fundraising Planning: Craft creative campaigns that align with our mission and generate essential support.
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Campaign & Event Management: Organise, lead, and inspire fundraising events and initiatives that resonate with our community.
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Networking & Partnership Building: Forge meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, local businesses, and community leaders.
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Grant Writing & Sponsorship Negotiation: Identify funding opportunities and develop persuasive proposals to secure vital resources.
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Financial Oversight & Sustainability: Collaborate with our leadership to ensure smart financial management and plan for long-term stability.
What We’re Looking For
We need passionate individuals who bring:
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Proven experience in fundraising—whether through events, grants, or strategic donor outreach.
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A creative, entrepreneurial spirit capable of transforming ideas into tangible results.
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Exceptional communication skills to build lasting relationships and inspire confidence.
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A deep commitment to community impact and the belief that every connection can change a life.
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Flexibility and resilience to navigate the dynamic needs of a start-up charity.
Why Join SUNSHINE’s Fundraising Committee?
Becoming a part of our fundraising team means more than just raising funds—it means being the driving force behind a movement. By joining us, you will:
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Empower Change: Directly influence the launch and growth of a transformative charity.
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Grow Professionally: Enhance your fundraising skills, expand your network, and gain invaluable leadership experience.
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Create a Lasting Legacy: Lay the financial groundwork that will enable SUNSHINE to thrive and make a sustained impact.
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Experience Fulfillment: See firsthand the difference your efforts make in the lives of individuals and within communities.
Ready to Ignite Change?
If you’re eager to channel your expertise into a cause that sparks hope and fosters connection, we’d love to have you on board. Join our Fundraising Committee and help turn passion into action—together, we’ll raise the funds needed to bring SUNSHINE to light and transform communities.
Welcome to SUNSHINE—Let’s light up London together!
SUNSHINE is London based dedicated to bringing people together, fostering connections, enhancing wellbeing and transforming lives.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting time in our growth as we look to grow our governance systems, build on our successes and ensure we are a radical, dynamic organisation rooted in our anti-racist and anti-oppressive values. We are looking to recruit 2 new trustees. We are looking to diversify the experience and expertise of our Board, and we believe that there are people out there who have knowledge, skills and passion in different areas that will help SWWB. Areas for organisational development include:
· Embedding lived experience expertise into the design, delivery and evaluation of our work
· Developing our campaigning and strategic work
· Building up our social media and comms presence
· Stepping up our fundraising game
If you think you can help with any of these things (or something else), and you are interested in being a trustee, please get in touch, we would love to hear from you!
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Seeking passionate leaders!
Commitment: 3-5 hours a week at the beginning stages, and then 5 hours a month
Location: Remote (with potential in-person international retreats in the future)
Application Deadline: Rolling Basis
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
Bigger Than Us Residency seeks dedicated Board Members to provide strategic guidance, fundraising support, and leadership as we launch our pilot program. As a board member, you will help shape the direction of the residency, oversee governance, and support fundraising efforts.
This is your opportunity to be apart of a brand new charity! With big goals and enthusiasm, we are looking for leaders who want to be a part of something grand, leaders who are looking for their next big volunteer opportunity with potential for paid work in the future!
Responsibilities:
- Attend quarterly board meetings and provide strategic input.
- Support fundraising efforts through networking and outreach.
- Offer mentorship and guidance to the residency team.
- Help develop partnerships and funding opportunities.
- Provide oversight on program development and impact evaluation.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or program development.
- Strong network within the nonprofit, philanthropic, or corporate sector.
- Passionate about supporting Black and Brown-led nonprofits.
- Willing to contribute expertise and connections to help the residency thrive.
Special Skills (We do not expect one person to specialise in all skills; please let us know your niche) :
- Report Writing
- Finance and budgeting
- Website Management
- Social Media Management
- Extensive Decision Making
A residency that makes an impact that lasts and leaders that thrive
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re looking for a new fundraising volunteer and/or director! Are you passionate about securing funds for grassroot organisations?
This opportunity involves overseeing Fuel Poverty Action’s fundraising plans and strategy, reaching out to donors and promoting our vital campaigns through grant bids to help end fuel poverty in the UK.
This role would require an average of 16-20 hrs per month and can be done remotely. We are also open to you joining FPA’s board of directors, subject to capacity and experience.
This offers a chance to directly contribute to tackling fuel poverty and ensuring access to affordable energy for all whilst strategizing and learning alongside great activists. If you're eager to contribute, we’d love to hear from you!
Tasks:
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Organise and manage our fundraising planning and pipeline
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Reach out to potential donors and help build relationships
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Lead on grant applications
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Work closely with the team to develop new fundraising strategies
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Contribute ideas and experience to FPA campaigns
Closing date for applications: April 20th 2025
We want warm, safe homes on a flourishing planet, where everyone has enough and resources are justly shared

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The Breastfeeding Network's services are essential for both families and reducing pressure on health services. We are seeking a new Treasurer to ensure we can meet increased demand.
About The Breastfeeding Network
The Breastfeeding Network (BfN) is the leading charity providing infant feeding and breastfeeding information and support that women and families trust at one of the most vulnerable points on their parenting journeys.
We work across the UK and aid women and families to feel supported in their feeding choices and are able to breastfeed for as long as they choose.
What will you be doing?
BfN is the leading charity providing infant feeding and breastfeeding information and support that women and families trust at one of the most vulnerable points on their parenting journeys. We work across the UK and support women and families to feel supported in their feeding choices and are able to breastfeed for as long as they choose. BfN is a Scottish registered charity and a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registered at Companies House.
The Treasurer will work closely with the Finance and Systems Manager and CEO to provide effective leadership on the financial good governance and resilience of BfN.
Main duties and tasks
The Treasurer has specific key responsibilities relating to their financial knowledge and experience. These include inputting technical expertise and overseeing where appropriate:
· Budgeting, financial control and reporting;
· Fraud risk reduction;
· Management of deposits and investments;
· Contract review and management including potential VAT implications;
· Meaningful reporting to the Directors, regulators and high value/ risk donors;
· Appointment and management of the auditors;
· Managing short and long term cash flow and reserves policy;
· Cost recovery of core expenditure needs;
· Accounting systems, policies and records
The Treasurer will also help the full Board to understand and consider the financial implications of significant decisions.
The Treasurer will be one of the counter-signatories for online banking and applications to high value funders.
For full details, please request the candidate pack from the TrusteeWorks team at the email address provided.
This is a remote opportunity.
What are we looking for?
The successful candidate will have a background as a chartered accountant, with experience of risk and strategy. An experience of working with public sector or charities and an understanding of charity finance will be desirable.
Essential
Qualified accountant with hands on experience of managing the finances of an organisation (or equivalent level, Qualified by experience)
Understanding of charity and/ or public sector finances or chartered / management accountant, ready, and able to proactively gain the understanding and insight on charity and public sector finance required for this role
Basic IT skills relevant to the requirements of the role
Hands on experience of governance in a charity or comparable resource-constrained organisation
Experience of managing relationships with auditors and regulators
Strong affinity with and commitment to the work of BfN
Proven ability to communicate and explain financial information to a board and other stakeholders
Understanding and commitment to undertake governance and legal duties, including Treasurer responsibilities in particular
Availability to attend Board, FAR and other required meetings, in person or virtual – dates agreed by consultation in advance
Ready, willing and able to provide ad hoc advisory input as required to the Finance and Systems Manager, CEO, FAR, Chair and wider Board by email and attend remote meetings with BfN
Desirable
Hands on experience of managing or auditing a charity’s finance
Knowledge / experience of the charity SORP
Experience of contributing to business planning
Knowledge of the infant feeding, early years, health or similar sectors
What Difference will you make?
By contributing to a charity that achieves phenomenal impact for women and families, you will have a rewarding opportunity to apply your skills and experience in accounting and finance, for good. You will know that your expertise and insight can really support in an increasingly challenging operating climate, for charities as a whole, not least in the health and social care sector.
Becoming a Director of BfN you will join a charity which is trusted by healthcare professionals and parents alike for the consistent quality of the services we run through mums and parents who have breastfed themselves. You will know the charity makes a difference and has a track-record of effective management and governance.
Time Commitment
Hours: Anticipated to be between two and two-and-a-half days per month.
Deadline: 9am, Monday 12th May 2025
Before you apply
The TrusteeWorks team at Reach Volunteering are supporting The Breastfeeding Network with their Treasurer recruitment. Questions and applications should be submitted via TrusteeWorks in the first instance.
To express your interest in the position, please send an up-to-date CV / Linkedin profile and covering letter outlining why you are interested in becoming our next Treasurer and your relevant skills and experience (see both the Role and Person specification).
Please send applications and enquiries to the TrusteeWorks team at the email address specified below.
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We have a fantaastic opportunity for you to join our Board of Trustees in a growing and expanding organisation that makes a difference in the lives of women and girls, preventing exploitation and trafficking and advocating for a life of freedom, dignity and empowerment.
Emerge Worldwide is a humanitarian organisation whose purpose is to advocate and raise awareness against sexual exploitation and sex trafficking, focused on women and girls. Our activities provide interventions, tools and resources in prevention work, as we seek to end it everywhere.
We help and support those suffering trauma, and who are victims of sexual exploitation and sex trafficking and empower survivors of this horrific crime, to go on and live independent successful lives.
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
We are seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees, who will partner with us in our dedication and fight to combatting this heinous crime. We are keen to receive your application if you have human rights, fundraising, or sexual exploitation / sex trafficking experience.
We are keen to receive applications with experience in any of the following areas:
• human rights
• fundraising / income generation
• asylum seekers / refugees
• sexual exploitation / sex trafficking
Your experience will help to support Emerge Worldwide to engage in high-level discussions and actions, which will position and promote our voice and impact, create positive change within the humanitarian and modern slavery sectors and deliver on our purpose to end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking everywhere.
Duties
• Support and provide advice on Emerge Worldwide’s purpose, vision, mission, goals and activities.
• Approve operational strategies and policies, and monitor and evaluate their implementation.
• Oversee Emerge Worldwide’s financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress.
• Ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
• Ensure that key risks are being identified, monitored and controlled effectively.
• Keep abreast of changes in Emerge Worldwide’s operating environment.
• Contribute to regular reviews of Emerge Worldwide’s own governance. Attend Board meetings and adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
• Use independent judgment, acting legally and in good faith to promote and protect Emerge Worldwide’s interests, to the exclusion of their own personal and/or any third-party interests.
• Contribute to the broader promotion of Emerge Worldwide’s objects, aims and reputation by applying your skills, expertise, knowledge and contacts.
As a small charity, there will be times when the trustees will need to be actively involved beyond Board meetings. This may involve scrutinising board papers, leading discussions, focusing on key issues, providing advice and guidance on new initiatives, presenting externally, or other issues in which the trustee has special expertise.
Personal skills and qualities
• Enthusiasm and commitment to Emerge Worldwide vision, mission, purpose and work.
• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member with good governance.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussions.
• Good independent judgement.
• A strong personal commitment to equality and diversity.
• Willingness to lead according to our values.
• Fulfilling the criteria of a charity trustee the essential trustee
Terms of office
• Trustees are appointed for a minimum of 2 years of office
• This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses are reimbursed.
Time commitment
• Attending quarterly Board meetings annually - currently meetings are held remotely.
• Trustees are encouraged to attend all staff in-person meetings which run 3 times annually plus any relevant training days.
You will be part of a professional, friendly and skilled Board of Trustees.
We are a welcoming organisation, dedicated to creating a positive and engaging experience where you’ll feel valued, inspired, and empowered to bring your ideas to life.
Apply and help us end sexual exploitation and sex trafficking for good!
Application:
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your motivation for the role and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
If you do have any questions, our HR Manager can arrange to speak with you or communicate with you by email.
Please note that we will request references, and a DBS check will be required due to the nature of our work.
Raising awareness and prevention on sexual exploitation & sex trafficking. Amplifying our voice until freedom is experienced for all women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Become our Trustee Tresurer and chair our Finance Committee.We need a Trustees with energy, enthusiasm and commitment to help accelerate our influcence on wildlife and nature recovery issues in the country and beyond.
With a refreshed 3-year strategy (23-26), “A Wilder Herefordshire, More Nature Everywhere” we’re working hard to recover nature at scale through deeper collaborations, working with local community organisations and networks to develop a clear plan for nature’s recovery. We are also working with neighbouring Wildlife Trusts, river partnerships and national partners such as the Woodland Trust, National Trust, and Duchy of Cornwall.
So, with lots happening, it’s an exciting if challenging time for the Trust. Urgent action is needed to address the decline of wildlife in our beautiful county – and we need to muster all the resources and skills we can to succeed.
We are a welcoming board who support and challenge each other to do better for wildlife.
We look to recruit trustees from a range of backgrounds, life stages and skills to join us.
At this time, we wish to recruit someone to take on the role of Treasurer, and chair our Finance Committee. You would need the following skills and qualities:
· A strong commitment to wildlife conservation and the Vision of the Trust;
· Demonstrable experience of financial management;
· The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences;
· A good understanding of governance, gained either as a Trustee of another charity, a director of a company, or as a manager who has worked with Boards;
· The ability to apply clear logical thinking and creativity to developing our strategy
If you are successful, you will be welcomed and supported by a talented and committed board of trustees, a strong and experienced staff team and an active and expanding band of volunteers and by the wider Wildlife Trust movement. We hope you are inspired to apply, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Alison McLean OBE, Chair, March 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
My Black Dog is a charity that offers anonymous, peer to peer mental health support through our web-chat service. We are committed to making a positive impact on mental health in the UK as we tackle an epidemic that millions of people face.
We were founded on the motto "talk to someone who gets it". We want to connect people who share lived experiences to provide an empathetic, non-judgmental space where everybody understands how it feels to experience mental health struggles.
Position Overview
Our web-chat service is run by our Volunteer Pack, each of whom have their own lived experience of mental health challenges. In addition, each shift has a 'Leader' and a 'Mentor'. These are Volunteers who carry out specific roles during the shift and, together, ensure its success:
- Leaders - Managers of the shift. There to ensure the shift runs as it should. They support and guide Volunteers through chats and follow safeguarding processes when an alert is raised. They are also the first point of contact for the shift’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Mentors - There to support and guide Volunteers through chats. Will take over from the Leader if there are safeguarding issues that need the Leader's attention and/or if the Leader needs a break.
As My Black Dog looks to expand our opening hours, we are looking to recruit additional Leaders and Mentors who can run shifts and cover additional shifts as necessary.
Leaders and Mentors will be assigned a shift based on your availability and preference. The expectation is that Leaders and Mentors will form a ‘pair’ and, together, will do one shift at the same time each week. This is to provide stability, predictability and to encourage community-building between Volunteers. Shifts are usually 3 hours long. We may ask you to cover another shift when we are short, but you will never do more than 6 hours per week.
Training will be provided and you will be supported on shift by a Designated Safeguarding Lead, who will manage all safeguarding issues.
The work you will do as Leaders and Mentors will ensure we provide the best possible service to our Guests. You will also be helping our Volunteer Pack to do what we do best: helping those in need by speaking to someone who 'gets it'.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for people who have experienced their own journey with mental health and are in a strong position to support others. We ask that our Leaders and Mentors:
- Are strongly committed to helping others
- Have experienced mental health issues in order to relate to those seeking help
- Are collaborative and enjoy working with others
- Are encouraging and supportive
- Are organised and can monitor several things at once
- Can remain calm and focused during busy times and when safeguarding alerts are raised
- Are 18 years and over
- Can commit the time to a regular weekly shift
We are particularly interested in hearing from people who are available during the following hours:
- Monday to Sunday, 5pm-7pm
- Friday and Saturday, 7pm-10pm
Role Responsibilities
- Supervise and support Volunteers whilst on shift with general enquiries, positive feedback and signposting.
- Assist with general volunteering enquiries whilst on shift. Provide time for guidance, instruction and de-briefing for Volunteers if required.
- Follow Leaders & Mentors processes including unexpected absence reporting, Volunteer check-in and check-out, and completing Shift Handovers.
- Monitor web-chat conversations and ensure all chats are tagged.
- Maintain ability to listen, remain calm and provide intervention if necessary.
- Be able to have difficult and often complex conversations about mental health, including Guests experiencing crisis and first-stage intervention support.
- If a Leader, work alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) when safeguarding risks are identified and, if a Mentor, take over responsibility for shifts when Leader and DSL have to address a safeguarding crisis.
- Exercise discretion in handling confidential situations and information, conveying sensitive information in a timely manner to necessary individuals.
- Provide written follow up of shifts via handover, ensuring all necessary information is handed over at the end of the shift.
- Adhere to all standards, policies and procedures of My Black Dog.
Please note: An Enhanced DBS Certificate is required for this role. If you do not have one, My Black Dog will arrange the DBS Check for you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you enjoying talking with people and helping them based on your life experiences?
Are you able to volunteer a few hours a week?
Yes? We’d love to hear from you.
What is knus?
knus is the UK’s first free, confidential, mental health peer support and coaching online chat service. knus offers mental health educational plans, relaxation experiences and live workshops.
What does knus mean? 'hug' in Danish.
Here’s some further information on what’s needed:
Are you over 18 and living in the UK?
You must be over the 18 years of age and live permanently in the UK.
Do you have a laptop?
A laptop and a quiet space to volunteer is essential.
How much time can you give?
A minimum of 3+ hours per week is required. We are flexible and like to work around you.
Do you like to learn?
We provide training for all volunteers that join us. Our peer support training is CPD accredited. 20-25 hours of volunteering training is required and is self led online.
If you’re interested head over to our website and we can have a chat or apply here.
Please note - all successful volunteers are required to donate the cost price of £20.60 for an Enhanced DBS check. If you've got a current Enhanced DBS on the update service, this cost will not apply.
You must be a UK resident to apply for this role.
To always be ‘by your side’ when you need mental health peer support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.