Volunteer Volunteer Roles in Belfast
Do you have a passion for driving change to improve people's lives? Do you work well within a team and want to give back to the community you live, work or study in?
We are a local charity providing social welfare advice, information and support, through a wonderful team of paid staff and volunteers and we are looking to appoint a new Treasurer to join our board and help steer the organisation in the right direction.
In 2023/24 we:
-
Helped over 15,000 clients to find a way forward with their problems
-
Dealt with over 37,000 separate issues for those clients
-
Gained just under £2M of extra income for clients to help during the cost of living crisis
We are seeking someone who can represent the different Cheshire West communities and has the energy and enthusiasm to help us achieve our goal of improving people's lives. Age, background, origins or health conditions are no barriers for joining our team of trustees as we are actively looking to include a variety of different perspectives on our board to best serve our community.
Prior experience as a charity treasurer is not necessary but we are looking for someone who has financial qualifications or experience and has some knowledge or experience of charity finances, fundraising, financial consequences and pension schemes.
You will need to be available to attend at least 5 board meetings a year (in person and remote), often in the evenings, plus one trustee development day each year and there are many opportunities for further involvement. The post of treasurer is a voluntary one but all reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Volunteering should not affect state benefit entitlement.
Please complete an application form which can be found on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Empower change: Join BBS UK as Chairperson and make a lasting impact.
Applications close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 6th August 2024.
Location: Remote/UK
About BBS UK
Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) is a rare, complex genetic disorder that causes blindness, learning disabilities, and obesity, along with other symptoms. BBS UK is the only UK charity dedicated to helping individuals with BBS and their loved ones. Our aim is to offer wraparound support to those impacted by BBS, to empower them to live the lives they choose, as valued members of society.
BBS UK provides advocacy services, NHS clinic support, up-to-date publications, and events that connect our community members and help them to navigate living with Bardet-Biedl syndrome. Through these projects, we aim to ensure that those who seek our help are supported, connected, and empowered to achieve the best possible outcome.
We have a team of eight dedicated part-time staff members who facilitate the delivery of these services, and volunteers who assist with our events. We support approximately 550 individuals with BBS each year.
It’s an exciting time to join our work! We aim to expand our team, improve our communication channels, and increase our overarching community benefit, all within the next few years.
About the role
BBS UK are looking for a new Chairperson to contribute to the development and success of our charity.
We are looking for an experienced, professional and compassionate Chairperson to lead our Board of Trustees, many of whom have lived experience of BBS.
You will support and lead on our strategic planning, deliver on all governance requirements, and be a highly visible member of our BBS UK community.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for someone with:
· Strong leadership skills
· Excellent communication skills who can liaise with board members, staff, service users, medical professionals and other stakeholders
· Experience in charity governance, as a Chair or Vice-Chair
· Passion for making a difference, with a particular interest in empowering persons with disabilities
· A proven track record in developing strategic initiatives and steering an organisation forward, ensuring continued growth and success
· Integrity, dedicated to abiding by our charity’s ethos and ethical principles
As a BBS UK Trustee, you will have:
· Induction, training, and reimbursable expenses
· Opportunities to make strategic decisions and develop new skills
· Occasions to network with likeminded organisations and professionals
· Influence to shape innovative projects
· Capability to make a real difference for the well-being of our BBS community
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 6th August 2024.
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!
Are you interested in supporting the Humanists UK School Speaker network? Are you a good communicator and willing to aid our volunteer School Speakers in offering a humanist perspective to students? Then you could be our newest Assistant School Speaker Coordinator!
As an Assistant School Speaker Coordinator, you will help the School Speaker Coordinator and other Assistant Coordinators in:
- monitoring school speaker requests
- matching speakers to invitations
- completing the administrative process for each school speaker ‘case’
so that:
- schools receive a high-quality service where teachers’ requests are processed and fulfilled in a timely and effective way
- school speakers are supported to carry out their speaking engagements.
This application pack contains all the information you will need to decide whether the role is right for you, and can be found on our website.
To apply for the role, please let us know:
- Who you are, including a little bit about yourself
- Why you are interested in the role
- What you think you’d bring to the role (e,g. your skills and experiences that would be particularly relevant)
- What you’d like to get out of the role
- Any concerns, or extra support you’d need in the role
You are welcome to contact Humanists UK to discuss the role before applying; please use volunteers[at]humanist[dot]uk.
We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community. We particularly welcome applicants from groups currently under-represented among section volunteers and leaders, these would include individuals who identify as female, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled, or trans.
You can read our Recruitment and Promotion and Equal Opportunities policies online.
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!
Are you interested in supporting the Humanists UK School Speaker network? Are you a good communicator and willing to aid our volunteer School Speakers in offering a humanist perspective to students? Then you could be our newest Assistant School Speaker Coordinator!
As an Assistant School Speaker Coordinator, you will help the School Speaker Coordinator and other Assistant Coordinators in:
- monitoring school speaker requests
- matching speakers to invitations
- completing the administrative process for each school speaker ‘case’
so that:
- schools receive a high-quality service where teachers’ requests are processed and fulfilled in a timely and effective way
- school speakers are supported to carry out their speaking engagements.
This application pack contains all the information you will need to decide whether the role is right for you, and can be found on our website.
To apply for the role, please let us know:
- Who you are, including a little bit about yourself
- Why you are interested in the role
- What you think you’d bring to the role (e,g. your skills and experiences that would be particularly relevant)
- What you’d like to get out of the role
- Any concerns, or extra support you’d need in the role
You are welcome to contact Humanists UK to discuss the role before applying; please use volunteers[at]humanist[dot]uk.
We actively encourage applications from all sections of our community. We particularly welcome applicants from groups currently under-represented among section volunteers and leaders, these would include individuals who identify as female, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled, or trans.
You can read our Recruitment and Promotion and Equal Opportunities policies online.
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!
Youth Advantage UK are looking to appoint an experienced professional with a passion for volunteering into the role of Head of HR / CPO. The ideal candidate will be someone who is able to build a strong HR Department allowing for organizational development, clear strategic direction for the department and consistency across HR process.
Responsibilities:
-
Oversee developing and implementing HR policies in line with organisational objectives.
-
Support, develop and guide the HR team in achieving monthly targets and deliverables.
-
Provide end-to-end leadership and support with all people-related activities within the organisation, such as recruitment, retention, well-being, and engagement.
-
Serve as a link between management and staff by handling questions, escalating enquiries, and resolving work-related queries.
-
Manage a team of HR Managers and Officers
-
Produce reports and surveys for C-Level Executives and Trustees.
You will have:
-
At least six months experience in an HR managerial position or over 3 years of experience in an HR role.
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Though we do not require you to be a native English speaker, you must be Fluent in English.
-
Ability to work within organisational targets.
-
IT Literacy, including Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
-
An understanding of HR-related processes and legislation (such as The Equality Act 2010)
-
A CIPD qualification would be advantageous but is not essential depending on relevant experience.
You would be perfect for the role if you are:
- A passionate, people-focused individual not afraid of being ambitious to drive a team and the organisation towards success.
- A creative individual ready to ideate projects to benefit the team and wider organisation.
- A self-starter that can work just as well on their own and within a team.
- An individual who can commit to the organisation and understand the work that comes with being part of an early start non-profit
- Based in the UK. We won't accept applications from individuals residing outside of the UK as we operate on the principle of bettering the lives of young people in the UK. Therefore, we require our volunteers to have an understanding of what it is like to live in the UK.
A Little About Us!
Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organization. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.
Why we need you!
Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organization. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organization who is looking to help young people in the UK.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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!
The Cardon Banfield Foundation is looking for an experienced charity professional who can lead the Foundation through its exciting next stage! Working in collaboration with our Chief Executive, you will be assisting in creating our new strategy and helping incorporate our Satellite Hub model across the UK. This role is remote and flexible with hours, and will develop over time. There is line management responsibility and the need to write reports etc.
Please see the Person Specification at the bottom of this advert too.
Role Description
Remote working - UK based
12 hours a week - voluntary
Reporting to CEO
Transition period - 3 months
Responsibilities:
-
Helping to guide, create and implement our overarching organisational strategies
-
Oversee line management of volunteers and evaluations
-
Create and implement organisational policies and procedures
-
Help source training opportunities for volunteers
-
Interview and induct new managers
-
Ensure the organisation adheres to best practice, relevant requirements and legislation
-
Create regular reports for Trustees and stakeholders
-
Chair meetings and deputise for the CEO where necessary
-
Be responsive to incidents
-
Support volunteers where appropriate
-
Have fun!
Selection criteria:
Essential
-
Knowledge of the UK charity sector
-
Experience in charity governance
-
Line management experience
-
Report writing
-
Reasonable flexibility
-
Experience in writing policies and procedures
-
Experience in writing strategies
-
GDPR
-
Google Workspace (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms etc.)
Desirable
-
Volunteer management
-
Knowledge of homelessness
-
Delivery of training
-
Adjudicating in disciplinary processes
-
Fundraising
-
Interviewing techniques
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who is experienced in senior management and who holds the following qualities:
-
Honest
-
Professionalism
-
Approachable
-
Professionally challenging
-
Reflective
-
Active listening
-
Cooperative
-
Independent
-
Creative
-
Good communication skills
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!
Join our amazing volunteer team to make a real difference to people living with sight loss. You’ll be supporting people to come together in a group setting, to benefit from each other’s company, knowledge and encouragement, leading to reduced isolation, stronger networks of support, and new friendships. You can support with either local and regional telephone groups or face-to-face groups.
What you’ll be doing:
• Meeting and greeting group members on arrival or joining virtually.
• Creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Supporting group conversations.
• Assisting with group activities (if appropriate).
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
Want to learn more about what councils are doing to combat the climate and ecological crises? Want to help communities to get their council to take Climate Action seriously? Interested in gaining experience of local policy, initiatives and best practice?
Climate Emergency UK’s free, online, 4-week Local Climate Training Programme is the place to start!
Councils have the power and influence over around 30% of emissions in their local area. Therefore, they are uniquely placed to make a real impact on emissions within their area. Following the success of the first-ever Council Climate Action Scorecards last year, Climate Emergency UK is looking to create the second edition of the Action Scorecards. But we know that councils can be taking more effective action as the average score in the 2023 Action Scorecards was only 32%. Now, we’re looking for volunteers to help us create the 2025 Council Climate Action Scorecards, tracking the progress that has been made, and scoring all UK councils on their climate action.
Apply today:
Cohort 2 - Late September-October 2024
Our workshops, alongside the practical experience of assessing local climate action, are designed to help you develop your knowledge, skills and experience around local climate policy and action. Your assessments will help create the 2025 Council Climate Action Scorecards - helping your community and other people around the UK understand how well councils are tackling the climate crisis, the progress that has been made, who’s doing well and what is possible. During the programme you will be part of a cohort of people (maximum 50) who share your passion for environmental justice and local action.
The Training Programme will help you understand:
- The powers local authorities have to tackle the climate crisis.
- The actions local authorities are taking to tackle the climate crisis.
- What good council climate action looks like.
We will also have workshops from educational, policy and campaigning experts to give you a strong foundation in local climate action. Last year this included speakers from the Climate Change Committee, Lancaster City Council and Friends of the Earth. Those on the training programme will be able to manage their time but must be able to make the mandatory dates, listed below. Both cohorts will be 4 weeks and have the exact same programme of events. While these will be part of the training it will be up to you to make the session, although some of these sessions will be recorded. A full schedule will be sent out 1 week before the training starts.
Programme Dates
We are running two cohorts of the training programme: The First Cohort is deadline has passed. The Second Cohort will run from late 17th September to 22nd October 2024.
You will need to be free for the following mandatory dates:
- Scorecards Volunteer Inductions: You will need to attend one induction session on either Tuesday 17th or Thursday 19th September 2024 from 5:30 to 6:30pm.
- Scorecards Scoring Training: You will only need to attend only one of the training sessions but please keep both of the evenings free until you are allocated a Scorecards section, which will determine which session you need to attend: either Tuesday 24th or Thursday 26th September. You will need to be available from 5:30-7pm.
- Policy Programme Course sessions will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1st - 22nd October for about 1 hour 30 minutes between 4-7pm (times vary a tiny bit each week)
- Final Handover & Certificate Ceremony Tuesday 22nd October, 5:30-6:30pm
The Second Cohort will run from late September to mid-October 2024. If you are interested in joining the second cohort you can already do so.
Who is this Programme for? In order to apply you must be:
- Aged over 18
- Able to commit to approx. 15-20 hours a week for four weeks
- Based anywhere in the UK
- Have reliable internet access and access to a computer
- You do not need to have previous environmental related experience or a relevant degree.
Note: We will not accept current Councillors or Officers. Parish/Town councillors or staff are welcome to apply.
Other than that, anyone can apply to be on this programme. We are particularly looking for people who:
- Are passionate about tackling climate change and sustainability
- Have an interest in supporting climate action in their local communities
- Are interested in a career in environmental policy or advocacy (or just enjoy this as a hobby!)
- Able to use Google Docs and SLACK. Although you will receive training in both.
Each cohort will be limited to 50 places and we expect to fill the programme. Your acceptance onto the programme will be confirmed once you have attended the Group Interview.
If you are not able to commit to the training programme but would still like to be involved in scoring local authority climate action then please visit our page on becoming a Volunteer Assessor following this link.
Apply today below:
Cohort 2 - Late September-October 2024
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!
We are looking to recruit a Project Control & Central Planning Manager who is able to use their experience to deliver success across both project control and central planning.
Key duties:
- to provide operational management of the Project Control or / and Central Planning functions of Youth Advantage UK
- to guide and support other volunteers
- to line manage certain volunteers as assigned
- to oversee one or two essential operational functions ensuring alignment with the organization's purpose, strategic mission and goals
- to take part in and as required directly supervise or / and review the planning and the control of projects and other work of the organization referred to the central planning function
- to provide support to other departmental management
- to ensure of efficient and effective practices to allow for success
- to ensure of compliance with relevant law
- to ensure planning is done to a good standard
- to maintain oversight of projects through requesting reports, providing support and communicating with project managers regularly
- to ensure projects are aligned with budgets and timelines
Requirements:
- to have project management experience
- to have planning experience
- to have good communication skills
- to have good literacy skills
- to be able to lead a team and line manage others
- to be able to oversee strategic plans and ensure they are carried out
- ability to use IT to a good standard
- budget management experience
A Little About Us!
Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organization. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.
Why we need you!
Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organization. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organization who is looking to help young people in the UK.
Lead the Board of Internet Matters and lead the way in children's online safety.
Applications close on: Monday 9th September 2024
Location: Remote
Salary: Remuneration: £15,000 per annum
About Internet Matters
Internet Matters is a not for profit organisation dedicated to ensuring children can enjoy the internet and connected technology safely. Established in 2014 by BT, Sky, TalkTalk, and Virgin Media O2, we collaborate with leading industry partners to ensure more positive actions are taken to keep children safe and well online.
Our vision is to inspire leading organisations to create a future where all children and young people can safely benefit from the impact of connected technology. We strive to provide parents, carers, and professionals with evidence-based guidance to help children confidently embrace the internet.
Our campaigns and partnerships raise awareness to ensure children and young people are happy and healthy online. Furthermore, we represent the views and interests of families to policymakers, ensuring their voices are heard.
About the role
We seek an exceptional leader to join us as our new Independent Chair, guiding our mission and vision forward.
As Chair, you will lead our Board of Directors, which is made up of representatives from our Members and Joint CEOs.
Our Chair also leads our CEO Governing Committee, which meets twice a year and ensures our Members and Joint CEOs are accountable for the organisation’s goals.
Our Chair will provide inclusive leadership, fostering positive relationships with senior leaders across industries, parliamentarians, and policymakers.
In this role, the new Chair will guide Internet Matters to maximise its positive impact on society, supporting the development and delivery of our five-year strategy and annual plans.
We are looking for someone who will act as an ambassador for Internet Matters, enhancing our profile at external functions and media events, and actively engaging with senior industry leaders and government officials to support our strategic objectives.
Our Chair’s leadership will ensure the Board has the right balance of skills and experience. They will chair meetings impartially, bring objectivity to the decision-making process, and ensure that decisions are effectively implemented.
Building and maintaining strong, supportive relationships with the Joint CEOs is crucial. Our new Chair will maintain regular contact, providing necessary support while respecting the boundaries between roles.
We are looking for a Chair with experience of complexity and scale in a governance role who has strategic leadership experience with multiple stakeholders and who can showcase exceptional leadership and facilitation skills.
A proven track record of strategic leadership at a senior level is required, ideally within the children’s online safety sector or related fields. Having the ability to guide groups to consensus while, at times, being an ambassador, is key.
Time commitment
Our board of Directors meets quarterly, and our CEO Governing Committee meets twice yearly. We expect the overall time commitment to be the equivalent of approximately 15 days a year, which includes board meetings, preparation, attending IM-hosted events, one face-to-face event a year, and engagement with the board and our joint CEOs.
Why Join Us?
As we navigate the evolving regulatory landscape, the role of the Chair and their leadership will be crucial in supporting Internet Matter’s mission to protect children online.
This is an exciting opportunity to significantly impact children’s online safety at a key point in legislative change — and as this sector evolves.
This is an opportunity to work with a dedicated team and leading industry partners.
Your expertise and passion can help Internet Matters shape the future of online safety.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close on Monday 9th September 2024.
Volunteer Position
Job Title: Convener of the Stationing Advisory Committee
Do you want to make a difference and contribute to The Methodist Church? Are you a keen and experienced individual who is interested in supporting the work we do within the stationing process?
The primary function of the Stationing Advisory Committee is to receive and consider applications from ministers who wish to serve in roles other than Circuit, District and Connexional Team appointments, and to make recommendations to the Stationing Committee.
About the role of the Convener of the SAC
There are nine main elements to the role:
- As each minister e-mails for an appointment, e-mail them back with a suggested time for an appointment. Keep a note of the time offered, to ensure not to offer that time to anyone else, unless it is not accepted. If a Panel is full, offer a date for a later panel. Attach the appropriate background information form and ask them to fill it in and return it, sending a copy to their District Chair, Circuit Superintendent, and the Warden of the MDO, as appropriate.
- About ten days before each panel meeting write to the District Chairs and the Circuit Superintendents of those coming to request any information from them helpful to the panel. Write also, where relevant, to the Warden of the MDO. Send out the timetable for the day to panel members, including the Zoom link. Email each minister coming to the panel reminding them of the time and date, also including the Zoom link, and telling them the names of panel members as they have the right to object to any members being present.
- A few days before the panel, send the forms and comments received to the Panel members.
- Be a member of the Panel.
- Following the Panel, receive the notes taken by the designated note-taker for proof reading and possible editing, add the relevant top (name, Circuit, year of travel, panel members, date of panel) and bottom (permission recommended). Send the reports to the Panel members for their comments. Once they have been agreed, send them to the minister, and copy them to the District Chair and, where relevant, the Superintendent and the Warden of the MDO. Send all of the reports to the Panel Chair and to the designated administrator at Methodist Church House, for them to store centrally. Keep an electronic copy of the report in a file. The administrator will update the Table of Permissions.
- In June, send the Table of Permissions to the District Chairs and the Warden of the MDO, asking them to check for any inaccuracies, and ask the administrator to update the table as necessary. Also send a request asking District Chairs to encourage suitable people to consider being Panel members, including a role description and an application form. Take up references as necessary, and arrange an interview with the applicant and the Chair of the Stationing Advisory Committee.
- In July, agree dates for the following Connexional Year with the Chair of the Stationing Advisory Committee. Write to all panel members asking if they are still willing to serve and for their available dates for the next year. Draw up a rota and send it to the Panel members.
- Be a member of the Stationing Advisory Committee.
- Prepare a brief summary of each report for the Stationing Advisory Committee meetings and present it to the Committee. Liaise with the designated administrator over the distribution of papers to the Committee members.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills. This individual will:
- Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain
- Have previous administrative experience.
- Have an awareness of the variety of contexts that exist within the Methodist Church in Great Britain.
- Have a good knowledge of the stationing process of the Methodist church.
- Have a good knowledge of the constitutional and organisational arrangements of the Methodist Church.
- Have the ability to think strategically and connect vision, aims and strategies through theological reflection.
- Be a person who works well with others as well as individually, and is able to exercises sound judgement in decision making.
- Have the ability to engage diplomatically on sensitive issues
We advise you to review the candidate pack, the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form. The candidate pack includes some useful information about our processes.
Please note that where appropriate, successful nominees will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and a DBS check.
If you have questions about the role or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
Indicative Recruitment Timetable:
Closing date: 31 July 2024, 23:59pm
Provisional appointment start date: 1 September 2024
This is a voluntary unpaid position; however, some additional expenses can be agreed.
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
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!
We are looking to appoint a Fundraising Manager to manage the operational business of the fundraising team and to ensure alignment of fundraising with the needs and interests of the wider organization.
Role of the Fundraising Manager:
- To lead the fundraising team
- To support a departmental head in strategic planning of fundraising activities
- To review grant funding applications
- To help develop and guide others in developing funding application
- Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy in line with the organization's objectives
- dentifying and cultivating relationships with potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
- Collaborating with other departments to integrate fundraising with broader organizational strategies and activities.
- planning, organizing, and overseeing campaigns and activities to secure funds
- Training and supervising fundraising volunteers, and board members involved in fundraising activities.
- Monitoring and reporting on the progress of fundraising activities to stakeholders and the management team.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, ethical practices, and fundraising regulations.
- Collaborating with other departments to integrate fundraising with broader organizational strategies and activities.
Role requirements:
- Supervision experience
- Fundraising experience
- Administration experience
- Good communication skills
- Good management skills
- Good literacy skills
A Little About Us!
Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.
Why we need you!
Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.
Explain how you meet the role requirements.
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!
Art History Link-Up is looking for a new Secretary Trustee to join the Board.
Our small Board currently comprises ten dedicated individuals, between them holding broad experience across several sectors and disciplines.
We are seeking to boost particular skills on the Board and are particularly keen to appoint a candidate with the skills below:
Secretary
- An individual with a legal background, or with sound knowledge of the area who can take the lead on compliance issues relating to constitutional, legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills
The Board of Trustees has responsibility for:
- Providing strategic oversight and leadership, ensuring that Art History Link-Up pursues its stated objectives.
- Ensuring effective and efficient administration of the charity, including approving the budget, defining goals and targets, evaluating performance, and taking appropriate action to manage risk.
- Taking a limited but hands-on role to support the delivery of certain elements of the charity’s work (e.g. marketing, accounting, recruitment).
- Ensure resources are used effectively to ensure the overall financial sustainability of the charity in future years.
- Contributing to and safeguarding the reputation and values of the charity and our partners, being an excellent advocate for Art History Link-Up and the young people we work with.
- Supporting our employees, freelancers and volunteers to help them contribute positively and professionally to the development of the Charity and its programme.
- Ensuring that Art History Link-Up operates in accordance with the principles of good governance, complying with its Articles of Association, its safeguarding and recruitment policies, charity law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
Successful candidates will be strong team players with a range of professional skills and personal qualities. You should share our determination to make the study and enjoyment of art history accessible to as many young people as possible.
Application
To apply, please provide:
A CV of no more than two sides of A4; this should provide details of your educational background, employment history, directorships and trusteeships, membership of professional bodies and details of any publications or awards and a supporting covering letter of not more than two sides of A4, setting out how you meet the criteria – please make sure you refer to the trustee responsibilities and person specification above.
Successful applicants will be invited to an interview with a member(s) of the Board at a mutually convenient time.
Our policies including our Recruitment, Volunteer, and Diversity Policies, are available to view on our website.
Deadline for applications 31st August 2024
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!
To take an active role in the charity activities. Responsible for governance, safeguarding and strategic direction of the charity with other board members. To work in partnership and to support contractors and volunteers helping them to achieve the aims of the organisation.
- Ensure the charity is run in accordance with the governing document, charity law, company law and that the decisions of the board and any other appropriate legislation or regulations are upheld.
- Ensure the charity pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
- Work within SDAC’s Safeguarding Children and Adults policies at all times.
- Assisting with the development of strategic plans and ensuring the charity operates efficiently.
- Assisting in setting organisational aims and objectives and setting priorities.
- Supporting other trustees in their roles.
- Assisting with reports and being responsible for own secretarial work.
- Attending and actively participating in monthly Zoom board meetings on a Tuesday from 6.30 to 8.30pm and yearly AGM.
- Seek out new opportunities to work with vulnerable residents in Surrey to promote the success of SDAC Ltd.
· Take delegated roles/tasks for the Board as discussed and agreed with the
Chair and report back to the Board.
· Ensure the charity’s confidentiality and safeguarding policies are adhered to with regards to the management of the charity.
· Attending in person meetings with volunteers in Guildford.
Please complete the application form
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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!
Enhance Barawak’s impact by forging local, national and international strategic partnerships; and nurturing links with organisations that share our values and can help fuel our community’s growth. As one of our Strategic Partnership Leads, you’ll connect with diverse organisations to co-create services and activities that uplift the Afro-Hebrew community.
Welcome to Barawak
Barawak is the first UK-registered charitable organisation dedicated to uplifting and empowering the Afro-Hebrew community in the UK. We understand the unique challenges faced by our community, and we are here to provide support, resources, and opportunities to help overcome these hurdles.
Our vision is to see our community thrive, free from the burdens of poverty and inequality. We're here to bring this vision to life by providing essential support and resources that uplift and empower every individual and family.
Our Purpose
At Barawak, our mission is clear: to address and alleviate the immediate and long-term challenges faced by our community. We're dedicated to ensuring that everyone has access to the essentials – from food and toiletries to vital services. But our goals go beyond just meeting basic needs. We are also here to open doors to new opportunities through education and skill-building, helping our community members to stand tall and secure a better future for themselves and their families.
Our Commitment
At Barawak, we’re driven by four key goals to uplift our Afro-Hebrew community:
- Alleviating Poverty: We’re here to give more than just immediate help. Our support includes essential items and help with basic needs, aimed at long-term financial stability for our community.
- Empowering Through Education: Education and skills are keys to opening doors. We offer practical workshops and mentoring in financial smarts, job skills, and more, to spark economic opportunities.
- Fostering Harmony and Diversity: We celebrate our rich Afro-Hebrew culture and encourage understanding across communities. Our work strengthens community bonds and enriches cultural events.
- Promoting Health with Sports: Good health is vital. We offer sports and wellness activities that boost both body and mind, helping everyone feel part of something bigger.
In all we do, helping out, sticking together, and staying strong guide us. By the grace of our God, we're not just making today better — we're shaping a brighter, more hopeful community and future for us all.
Our Team
Currently, our team consists of dedicated trustees and advisors who are laying the groundwork for a robust volunteer organisation. We are in the process of expanding our team to include passionate, committed individuals who share our vision and are eager to make a real difference in the community.
Joining Our Cause
As a volunteer at Barawak, you'll be part of a meaningful journey to support and enrich the lives of those in our community. We value every contribution, and we provide a supportive environment where your skills and dedication can truly flourish. Whether you're leading a service or a vertical, assisting with operations or reporting, your role at Barawak is crucial to our collective success and your help will go a long way to helping us reach our strategic goals.
Understanding the Verticals at Barawak
Imagine Barawak as a living, thriving tree. Our verticals are like the main branches—each one strong and important, reaching out in its own direction but all connected to the same trunk, our community's mission. These four powerhouse teams each have a special job:
• The Fundraising and Financial Management vertical covers fundraising and money matters: This team is all about finding resources—like getting donations and grants—to keep our programmes strong and healthy.They will spend their time writing fantastic letters, sponsorship proposals and funding requests on behalf of Barawak as a whole, but also (supporting programme leads) to specific organisations for Barawak service lines.
• The Strategic Partnership Development and Collaboration vertical covers building bridges: They're the connectors, making friends with other groups, businesses, and everyone who can help us grow.
• The Volunteer Engagement vertical covers welcoming our helpers: This bunch is in charge of gathering our most valuable resource—people like you who want to volunteer and make a difference.
• The Marketing Outreach and Advocacy vertical covers spreading the word: They tell our story far and wide, making sure everyone knows what we're up to and how they can join in.
Each vertical team works in two distinct ways: the first way is for Barawak as a whole, and the second way is in support of each Barawak service, feeding our programmes, like roots bringing water and nutrients to the branches. Whether it's Poverty Relief, Education, Employment Support, Community Engagement or Sports and Wellness, these verticals give the support each programme needs to blossom and bear fruit. Working together, they make sure we're all pushing in the same direction—towards a future where our community stands tall and proud.
Introduction to the Strategic Partnership Lead Role
The Strategic Partnership Lead is crucial in forging strong connections and building strategic alliances. This role focuses on nurturing relationships that support Barawak’s overall mission and each unique programme, ensuring the organisation's growth and the successful delivery of its objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Trustee Support:
• Act as the primary liaison between the Board of Trustees and potential partners.
• Advise trustees on partnership opportunities that align with Barawak's strategic direction.
• Prepare briefing materials and strategic recommendations for trustees on collaboration efforts.
• Coordinate with trustees to identify partnership needs and priorities across all service lines.
Barawak-wide Partnership Development:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive partnership strategy for Barawak as a whole.
• Identify and engage with local, regional, and global organizations, businesses, councils, and government entities.
• Cultivate relationships that lead to resource sharing, joint initiatives, and co-created programmes.
• Secure commitments and formalize agreements that provide sustainable support for Barawak’s operations and initiatives.
Programme-Specific Collaboration:
• Tailor partnership strategies to support the unique needs of each programme lead.
• Work closely with the Poverty Relief, Education & Skill Development, Employment Support, Community Engagement & Racial Harmony, and Sports & Wellness leads to identify potential partners that can provide targeted resources and support.
• Facilitate introductions and negotiations between programme leads and potential partners, ensuring a mutual understanding of goals and expectations.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of partnerships in supporting programme objectives, providing regular reports to programme leads and trustees.
Strategic Alliance Management:
• Maintain a dynamic network of partners, constantly evaluating and nurturing these relationships.
• Organize regular meetings and networking events to foster a community of collaborators.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to partners, ensuring their contributions are effectively integrated into Barawak’s programmes.
Reporting and Analysis:
• Track and report on partnership activities, outcomes, and the impact on Barawak’s service delivery.
• Use data and feedback to improve partnership strategies and collaboration efforts.
Qualifications and Skills:
• Proven experience in partnership development, relationship management, or a similar role.
• Strong networking skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinking with a keen understanding of non-profit operations and community-based initiatives.
By taking on this role, you will be at the forefront of building a community that supports and enriches the lives of the Afro-Hebrew community through collaborative and strategic partnerships.
Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.
To relieve the poverty of persons and families of African and Caribbean decent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.