Youth Children Volunteer Roles

About the role

The Networks & Exchanges Team Leader plays a key role in developing and promoting international partnerships and exchange opportunities for UK Scouts. This role will focus on building a structured Exchange Programme across other National Scout Organisations. The Team will also provide guidance on exchange programmes, document and showcase successful exchanges through case studies, and oversee the development of a Penpal Programme across WOSM regions.

This role is essential in ensuring that Scouts from the UK have access to exciting, well-supported, and meaningful international exchange opportunities, fostering long-term international relationships and cultural understanding.

Key tasks

• Build a structured Exchange Programme across WOSM regions, creating long-term and sustainable opportunities for UK Scouts to participate in meaningful international exchanges.
• Develop and provide guidance on exchange programmes, ensuring that Scouts, leaders, and organisers have access to resources and support for international exchange participation.
• Showcase successful exchanges through case studies, highlighting impactful experiences and sharing best practices.
• Develop and promote a Penpal Programme across WOSM regions, encouraging young people to connect with their peers internationally and build cross-cultural friendships.
• Act as a key point of contact for UK Scouts and Leaders who have questions or need support regarding participation in exchanges, partnerships, and penpal initiatives.
• Work with the UK International Team to align networking and exchange initiatives with other global Scouting programmes.
• Maintain communication with NSO contacts to stay updated on new exchange opportunities and best practices.
• Coordinate training and resources to support Scout groups in organising successful exchanges.
• Support efforts to increase awareness of international networking and exchange opportunities within UK Scouting, including representation at events and online promotion.

Job Purpose

One Place London is a community interest company located in West London engaged in Acting for Film and Music Recording workshops for young people aged 14-25, unemployed or at risk of getting involved in crime. We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join the team. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Managing Director facilitate the smooth running of our human resources function, including onboarding new employees, managing the HR systems and assisting with some aspects of payroll and employee benefits.

Whilst specific legal training is not required, solid HR legal knowledge will be advantageous.

This role would suit someone keen to develop their functional expertise in HR and gain exposure to the breadth of operational functions

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• recruiting new staff
• making sure that staff get paid correctly and on time
• managing pensions and benefits administration
• approving job descriptions and advertisements
• looking after the health, safety and welfare of all employees
• organising staff training 
• monitoring staff performance and attendance
• advising line managers and other employees on employment law and the employer's own employment policies and procedures
• ensuring candidates have the right to work at the organisation
• advising on disciplinary and employee performance problems
• negotiating salaries, contracts, working conditions and redundancy packages with staff and trade union representatives.

Person Specification & Key Competencies

Qualifications and Experience:

· Proven track record in a generalist HR role, no formal qualifications required

Essential Experience

• Experience working in the human resources function of a growing charitable

organisation necessary but not essential.

• Experience in building relationships internally and externally.

• Experience in coordinating targeted recruitment and selection campaigns aligned with

organisational objectives.

 Passion for life-long learning and dedication to employee health and wellbeing.

• Energy, enthusiasm and ability to manage a diverse workload.

• Supports and champions the vision, mission and values of One Place London CIC.

• Ability to work flexibly, according to role and service requirements.

• Sensitivity and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential data

• Be able to work accurately, with good attention to detail

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Reliability and discretion: you will often learn of confidential matters

• Adaptability and pragmatism

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Organisational & problem-solving skills

• IT skills

• Initiative and attention to detail.

• Right to work in the UK

• Commitment to the organisation's principles and willingness to work within policies

and guidelines.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of employment law including charity-specific requirements.

• Payroll and benefits knowledge.

• Working towards a CIPD qualification but not essential.

Benefits

• Career progression opportunities

• Flexible/Agile Working, Hourly pay rate during the workshops on a Contract/ Self-Employed basis.

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees.

Join Children with Voices as a Volunteer PR and Marketing Manager! In this role, you'll drive our PR and marketing strategies to amplify our mission and enhance community visibility. You'll be responsible for crafting compelling messages, promoting programs and events, and engaging with media and the public. This role is perfect for a creative and proactive individual with PR and marketing experience, eager to make a real impact and contribute to our growth. Bring your skills and passion to help us spread our message far and wide!

This is a hybrid role, 20 hours per week, with two days in-office and the rest remote. Thursday & Friday:11 AM – 4:00 PM. 

Your responsibilities will include:

- Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies to boost the organisation's reputation and visibility.

- Cultivate relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure press coverage and interviews.

- Write captivating press releases, media pitches, and materials to convey key messages and announcements.

- Plan, execute, and evaluate marketing campaigns to promote events, programs, and fundraising initiatives.

- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all marketing materials.

- Craft compelling content for press releases, blog posts, social media, newsletters, and other marketing collateral.

- Develop engaging visuals, videos, and graphics to support marketing campaigns and storytelling efforts.

- Oversee the organisation's digital marketing channels, including website, social media, email, and online advertising.

- Monitor performance metrics and analytics to measure the effectiveness of digital marketing efforts.

- Develop promotional strategies and materials to drive attendance and participation in organisational events and activities.

- Develop and enforce brand guidelines to maintain brand identity and reputation.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and interview requests.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, communications, or a related field (preferred).

- Proven experience in public relations, marketing, or communications, with a focus on non-profit organisations or social causes.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and messages.

Benefits:

- Opportunity to contribute to the growth and impact of a non-profit organisation.

- Gain valuable experience in PR, marketing, and communications in the non-profit sector.

- Develop and enhance skills in strategic planning, media relations, and brand management.

- Make a meaningful difference by raising awareness and support for important social causes.

At Children with Voices, we believe in the power of communication to change lives. Join us on this exciting journey! We cover transport costs and provide nourishing meals for our dedicated volunteers. Apply now to be part of our warm and welcoming family.

Together, let's make a positive impact!

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.

Note - if you apply for this role and are unfortunately not appointed, we will consider you for the Marketing Manager role

We are looking to appoint a volunteer who has experience in management and who is able to support the functions of our Marketing Department through the effective management of our marketing team and marketing policy. These functions include; website, social media, engagement, events and sponsorship (as a temporary function within this department).

Key accountabilities:

• Departmental strategic management 
• Marketing policy development 
• Social media output 
• Website development and design 
• Engagement and events 

Requirements 

• To have experience working in the charity sector or voluntary sector 
• To have experience in managing a team of people 
• To be competent in IT, social media and website design 
• To be an effective communicator 

Do you enjoy outdoor spaces, flowers and nature? Can you appreciate the beauty of a well-maintained garden and enjoy taking care of it?

We’re looking for volunteer gardeners to help us maintain our gardens in our Black Country Hospice, Walsall.

At Acorns we provide care and support for life limited or life threatened children and their families. We have three hospices in the West Midlands, which provide a happy homely environment where children can experience all kinds of great activities, meet new friends or relax and enjoy some quiet time.

Our Hospice Volunteer Gardeners help to maintain and manage the grounds and gardens to high horticultural standards. Our Volunteers get involved in mowing, planting, weeding, sweeping and general tidying.

While we require no previous experience, you’ll probably:

• Enjoy working outdoors
• Happy to get dirty in the mud, digging and pulling up weeds
• Be sensitive to the needs of our children, young people and families

What we offer:

• Meet new people everyday
• Access to free online courses
• Learn new skills to boost your CV
• Retail discounts
• Volunteer recognition scheme to show our appreciation

Full training will be provided

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for children and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references.

The Board are now seeking to recruit a new Trustee to support the continued ambition and growth of the organisation. We particularly welcome applications from:

· People with experience in quality and risk assessment

This is a voluntary (unpaid) role, requiring you to attend a minimum of 5 meetings a year and contribute between meetings (usually around ½ day a month). We can pay travel and reasonable expenses. The meetings usually take place outside of working hours, weekday evenings.

About Oasis Project

Who we are: For 25 years Oasis Project (Oasis) has been delivering services for women with drug and alcohol problems and children affected by drug use in the family. We are an award winning, innovative organisation aiming to empower those affected by substance misuse make choices that lead to change. Alongside drug and alcohol treatment services for adult women and specialist support for parents, we have dedicated services for children/young people affected by substance misuse in the family including therapy and a creche, a Sex Workers’ Outreach Project, a service for women who have had children removed from their care and support for young people new to treatment.

Oasis Project is proud to hold an accreditation as a Trauma Informed organisation. Our Brighton Adult Service provision is registered with the CQC with a rating of ‘Good’ and we are hold an award from the Centre for Social Justice.

Role description

The Board of Trustees has, and must accept responsibility for, directing the affairs of Oasis Project, ensuring it is solvent and well managed, and that it acts within its charitable ‘objects’.

Trustees are expected to support the strategic direction of Oasis Project but are not expected to be involved in day-to-day operational considerations.

As a member of the Board of Trustees:

• Set and maintain the vision and values of Oasis Project;
• Develop direction, strategy and planning and ensure there is suitable structure and resources in place;
• Approve policies and procedures to govern organisational activity;
• Establish and maintain systems for reporting and monitoring;
• Manage risk and ensure compliance and accountability with the governing document, external regulators and the law;
• Ensure that the finance affairs of the organisation are conducted properly and are accurately reported;
• Remain an enthusiastic, passionate, knowledgeable and active trustee;
• Attend and contribute at board meetings and sub-group meetings as necessary on a regular basis and attend the annual AGM meeting. (Board meetings are bi-monthly)

  To find out more visit our website

  If you would like to have an informal chat about this opportunity please contact and speak to Catherine Ashton-Saltwell, Interim CEO.

  Process: Please apply by 9am on Monday 31st March 2025 . Send a one (1) page cover letter and your curriculum vitae (CV) We welcome you to let us know if you need any help, or reasonable adjustments, to help you apply.

About the role

The Area Lead Volunteer is a key volunteer leadership role within Scouting with responsibility for providing outstanding management and support for volunteers in the Districts that make up the Area.

The primary focus is to ensure that Scouting open to all and anyone can join the adventure; regardless of faith, ethnicity or social background, because we believe Scouting has the ability to change lives. 

You do this by leading the team of District Lead Volunteers, and other volunteers in the Area, and working with the Scouting Support Team (employed staff) to grow Scouting, and by making sure all groups are running a high quality, safe and balanced programme of activities that is challenging, relevant and rewarding. 

Key tasks

• Ensure that every Squirrel Drey, Beaver Scout Colony, Cub Scout Pack, Scout Troop, Explorer Scout Unit and Scout Network within the Area can deliver a high-quality programme which is challenging, relevant and rewarding for every young person.
• Provide proactive line management, including coaching, mentoring and guidance to District Lead Volunteers as well as other adult volunteers in the Area who directly report to you including setting objectives for their work, holding regular one-to-one meetings and reviews.
• Build and maintain a sense of Area team by holding regular team meetings with the District Lead Volunteers, your Area Leadership Team, and other appropriate volunteers collaborate and provide peer support.
• Lead a safe, open and transparent culture around keeping young people and adults safe through our Yellow Card and key policies.
• Ensure the timely recruitment and appointment of new District Lead Volunteers where required and ensuring that interim arrangements are put in place for any vacant posts.
• Together with the District Lead Volunteers, agree the priorities for the Area and produce a plan to deliver these to meet the ScoutsCymru vision and strategic objectives.
• Ensure that problems within the Area are resolved so that an effective volunteering culture is encouraged, and District Lead Volunteers and Group Scout Team Leaders feel supported to deal with challenging issues, including complaints in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the Area has an adequate team of supported and appropriate adults working effectively together and with others to meet the Scouting needs of the area.
• Ensure that problems within the Area are resolved so that excellent Scouting is provided to young people in the Area.
• Play an active part within the ScoutsCymru regional team by attending up to three meetings per year for Area Lead Volunteers, led by the Regional Lead Volunteer and twice yearly ScoutsCymru Team meetings for all Area Lead Volunteers to contribute to the development of Scouting within Wales as part of the ScoutsCymru team.

Do you believe passionately in the importance of helping disadvantaged children succeed in school?

Like us, you probably recognise that children cannot succeed alone. They need the support of both their family and their school to thrive.

The School and Family Works develop family-focused therapeutic interventions which bring all three together and are proven to work. As Chair, you would play a pivotal role in driving this mission forward.

About The School & Family Works

Our vision is to create communities of change across London that transform the lives of children facing adversity. We journey together with school and community partners, children and their families. We know that lasting change for children will only be achieved when both the family and the school can integrate insights and change.

The current environment in both the not for profit and educational environments has a huge impact on our funding and fundraising requirements. As our current Chair steps down, this leaves us with a mix of opportunities and challenges. We recognise that the funding landscape is changing in both sectors, and to support our ambition to expand into new geographical areas we will need to increase and diversify our income streams. There is an incredible opportunity here to develop a proven approach that works so well with children and their families and explore its wider potential.

About you

• Knowledge of securing funding from corporates and/or high net worth individuals and/or Trusts and Foundations
• Experience and success in continually improving governance and developing Board performance
• First-hand experience of the charity sector, whether as a trustee or in a professional context.
• You may not have direct experience of working within a charity like The School & Family Works, but you will have an understanding and passion for our children and young people and share our ambition.

How To Apply

Eastside People is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and works with our clients to ensure that we recruit inclusively, seeking to address the underrepresentation of some groups of people in leadership teams. We warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Please apply by submitting your CV and Cover Letter (both in Word doc. format), which should indicate why you are interested in applying for the role including the following:

• Why are you interested in the Chair role, and why with The School & Family Works?
• How can you contribute to The School & Family Works as our Chair?
• Please highlight relevant experience and demonstrate how your skills match the specific requirements of the role as set out in the role description.

The closing date for applications is 17th March 2025.  Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after and interviews with The School and Family Works will be held in the following weeks

Please download and read the Candidate Pack before making your application.

Cedarwood Festival is seeking a new Treasurer to join the growing board team for 2025 and beyond. The new member will play a key role in the growth of the organisation and join an experienced team, passionate about the expansion of the gospel and unity in the north of England. 
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Role Purpose: 

Responsible for the overall financial health and compliance of the organisation. Producing financial reports, developing strategies to support the charity objectives.  Guiding and advising Trustees in making sound business decisions in the long and short-term. 

Role Duties: 

• Monitor the financial operations with event director, such as payroll ifapplicable, invoicing, and other transactions.

• Monitoring and managing cashflow, forecasting, income and expenditure. 

• Oversee outside services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, andother financial needs as necessary 

• Track the company’s financial status and performance to identify areas forpotential improvement 

• Seek out methods for minimising financial risk to the company

• Produce financial reports for Trustees 

• Provide insightful information and expectations to Trustees to aid in long-term andshort-term decision making 

• Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports as appropriate

• Present financial reports to Trustees and stakeholders as relevant and appropriate.

• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be usedfor financial purposes 

• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company

• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation. 

Desired Skills & Qualifications: 

Experience in organisational accounting and finance. Over 5 years’ experience in a  similar professional or voluntary finance role; general management and/or leadership  skills and experience; understanding of data privacy standards; good communication  skills, both written and verbal; good understanding of business principles and practices;good attention to detail; organisational skills; good computer skills; integrity, honesty.

Communication & Location: Most communications will take place via zoom and occasionally in person in the north east of England. Desired location would be north east of England to meet with team easily if needed but not essential.

Job Type: Part-time – Volunteer.

Reporting to: TRUSTEES

Essential qualities: You will be a committed Christian and share the vision and values of Cedarwood Festival that can be found on the website.

Join the Board as Treasurer at ScotsCare, a historic charity making a real impact for Scots in London.

Applications close on: Monday 24th March 2025.
Location: London EC1Y 2AJ
Time commitment: Approximately 1 day per month

About ScotsCare

ScotsCare has provided vital support to Scots and their families in London for over 400 years. Starting from our roots as a mutual aid society during the Great Plague, we have evolved into a modern, comprehensive support organisation offering financial grants, advocacy, mental health services, sheltered housing, and social programmes.

In 2023, we merged with Borderline, the charity for homeless Scots in London, to create a one-stop-shop of services for vulnerable Scots in London, particularly focusing on preventing homelessness and breaking cycles of poverty.

Our evolution from a traditional grant-giving charity has been transformative. We now provide comprehensive, wraparound support services that address the complex challenges facing Scots in London. Our work spans multiple areas of intervention: providing financial grants, advocacy support for navigating welfare benefits and housing issues, offering specialised psychotherapy services, including substance misuse, and maintaining sheltered housing across three London sites.

With an investment portfolio of £47.5 million and rental income from our properties, we maintain a strong financial foundation to support our mission. We operate three sheltered housing sites across London, providing 97 flats for those in need. Our volunteer programme, with 65 dedicated volunteers contributing over 5,400 hours annually, enables us to extend our reach and impact.

Looking ahead, we’re focused on expanding our mental health services, strengthening our family support initiatives, and enhancing our digital capabilities to better serve our community. Our commitment remains steadfast: to end the cycle of deprivation experienced by Scots and their families within a 35-mile radius of Charing Cross in London.

About the role

As our current Treasurer comes to the end of their term, we are looking for a new Treasurer who will Chair our Audit Sub-Committee and sit on our Investment Sub-Committee.

We are looking for someone passionate about supporting Scots in London, who is a qualified accountant with senior leadership experience and has a strategic mindset. You will work closely with the Investment Sub-Committee to oversee our £47.5 million investment portfolio, which is crucial for funding our charitable activities.

Who we are looking for

The ideal Treasurer for ScotsCare embodies more than just financial expertise. You will bring a nuanced approach to financial leadership, characterised by genuine collaboration and emotional intelligence. This role requires a strategic partner who truly understands the charity’s mission. You will demonstrate an ability to provide constructive challenge, offering insights that support.

Communication is key, so we are looking for a Treasurer who is personable, approachable, and able to work seamlessly with our Chief Executive and finance lead. More than just overseeing finances, this person will be a trusted advisor who brings both professional rigor and a genuine commitment to the charity’s goals, helping to drive ScotsCare’s vision forward while maintaining financial prudence and supporting its important work for Scottish communities.

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 24th March 2025.

We are looking for pro-active, enthusiastic and motivated young professionals to join our board - you can help lead the strategic development of one of Dundee’s most promising and dynamic charities!

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who are young people with lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges.

THE DETAILS

Feeling Strong is an exciting Dundee-based charity with the ambition to improve the lives of young people living with mental health and wellbeing challenges by fostering the skills, confidence and aspirations they need to flourish. Our services are designed by young people, delivered by young people for the benefit of young people, and we believe that this youth-led/peer-led approach is our biggest asset in tackling issues around mental health and wellbeing. We support stable recovery journeys for young people, lead campaigns to tackle societal issues, develop quality resources based on our own research, and tackle the disparity they face in unemployment, underemployment and accessing opportunities like further and higher education.

YOUR COMMITMENT

Whilst the Trustee Board meets for formal meetings 6 times a year, successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the organisation more widely, taking part in fundraisers, external events, strategic planning and advising the staff team when needed. The average contribution expected of Trustees is around one - two hours per month.

Work-related travel costs will be reimbursed.

APPLYING

Training and induction will be provided so we are open to all candidates, and we expect them to develop skills once in post, but we would welcome candidates with any of the following experience:

• Governance and previous board experience

• Business development and trading income generation

• Human resources

• Lived experience of mental health and wellbeing challenges

• Financial background

About the role:

It is an exciting time to be involved in Scouting as we enter the final year of Skills for Life and look to the future as we develop our future strategy beyond 2025.

We are looking for an inclusive leader, someone who can inspire, lead and support our 4000 volunteers in Wales, by being a great coach, critical friend and motivator to get the best from the people our team is here to support. Joining the team now provides the opportunity to be at forefront of the future of Scouting.

It is our ambition to create a diverse team to lead Scouting into the future, and we believe that we will do that by inviting and involving volunteers from different walks of life with different experiences, different skills and perspectives. 

We are really keen to provide opportunities for people to develop their skills, interests and experience in Scouting in a supportive and enjoyable way. You do not need years of experience in Scouts, we are looking to identify volunteers with the right skills and experience to lead the team in Wales into the future, we are looking for potential and enthusiasm for what we are here to achieve together for young people and who we can help support and develop along the way.

Read on to find out more about how you or someone you know could get involved – give it a go, apply yourself or nominate someone you know today!

Purpose of the role: The purpose of this role is to provide inspirational strategic and operational leadership to our membership in Wales; work closely with the  Wales and UK Leadership Teams, ScoutsCymru Board of Trustees as well as staff colleagues in ScoutsCymru and UK Headquarters to ensure we offer co-ordinated and effective support to our membership in Wales; contribute to the direction of Wales and UK Scouting through active participation in the Wales and UK Leadership Teams; and to work closely with the Deputy UK Chief Volunteers for Support and Transformation to ensure our membership in Wales values the support for their everyday volunteering and adopts the outputs from our strategic transformation programmes

Appointed by: UK Chief Volunteer (working with a selection panel on behalf of the UK HQ Volunteer Support Team)

Responsible to: UK Chief Volunteer

Responsible for:

• Regional Lead Volunteers, Wales and through them the 12 Area Lead Volunteers
• Youth Lead, Wales
• Wales level appointed volunteers

Key staff partner(s): Chief Executive Officer, ScoutsCymru

Main contacts:

• Chair of ScoutsCymru Board of Trustees
• ScoutsCymru Leadership Team
• Wales Area Lead Volunteers
• ScoutsCymru Senior Staff Team
• ScoutsCymru Council Members
• UK Leadership Team
• UK Executive Leadership Team
• UK Board of Trustees
• UK Headquarters Operations and Strategy & Transformation Directorates Leadership Team

External contacts:

• Presidents and Vice Presidents
• High Sheriffs across Wales
• Chief Volunteers/Commissioners or equivalent of Uniformed Youth Organisations in Wales 

Key tasks:

1. Build, motivate and coach an effective Wales volunteer leadership team that provides proactive line management support to our membership in Wales so that Scouting thrives and grows.
2. Appoint and lead volunteers to ensure our Areas in Wales are highly effective and actively growing, so that volunteers are inspired, enjoy their volunteering and young people are receiving a high quality programme.
3. Contribute as a member of Team Cymru and the UK Leadership Team at meetings and other national events, and where appropriate represent ScoutsCymru and UK Scouts at public events.
4. Working with the ScoutsCymru Chair, Youth Lead and CEO to develop annual plans and strategies for delivering Scouting in Wales.
5. Develop, mentor and coach the Youth Lead and Youth Leadership team in Wales, to support their growth and development within the role.
6. Advocate for and actively support youth voice at all levels of Scouting.
7. Lead the creation of, and contribute to, where appropriate, national policy developments.
8. Lead the implementation of policies agreed by the Wales and UK Boards of Trustees (and/or their Committees) throughout Wales.
9. Maintain highly effective working relationships with Wales volunteers and staff.
10. Coach and mentor Wales volunteers to ensure we develop potential across our Wales volunteer teams.
11. Meet with senior volunteers and staff colleagues on a regular basis to review operational matters, as required.
12. Contribute as a voting member of the ScoutsCymru Board of Trustees and sub-committees
13. Contribute as a voting member of the UK Strategy & Delivery Committee (a sub-committee of the UK Board of Trustees)

Position Title: Volunteer Representative Officer – Geneva Office

Location: Geneva, Switzerland 

Organization: HELPING CHILDREN INC, a nonprofit registered in California, USA

Duration: Flexible (Based on project requirements)

Role Overview:

HELPING CHILDREN INC is seeking a dedicated and proactive Representative Officer to establish a representative office in Geneva. This position will be pivotal in managing initial setup operations and ensuring smooth implementation of the nonprofit’s international outreach. The Representative Officer will take the lead on opening a local bank account and securing a physical office location for the organization in Geneva.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bank Account Setup: Liaise with Swiss banks to open a local account for the nonprofit, ensuring all necessary documents and legal requirements are met.

• Office Location Search: Identify and secure a suitable office space in Geneva that aligns with the organization's needs and budget. Handle negotiations, leases, and any required paperwork.

• Local Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with local regulations in terms of business operations, office setup, and financial management.

• Networking: Build relationships with local businesses, authorities, and NGOs to foster collaboration and support for HELPING CHILDREN INC’s mission in the region.

• Administrative Support: Assist with initial administrative duties such as registering with local authorities and coordinating with the nonprofit’s headquarters in California.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in office administration, operations management, or setting up nonprofit organizations.
• Strong understanding of Swiss banking and legal processes for nonprofits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently and work remotely if necessary.
• Fluent in English (additional language skills, especially French or German, are a plus).
• Motivated, self-driven, and passionate about supporting children and community initiatives.

Benefits:

• Gain experience working for a globally recognized nonprofit organization.
• Develop a network with professionals in Geneva and across Europe.
• Make a tangible impact in the lives of children through international nonprofit work.
• Opportunity to grow with the organization as it expands its global presence.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are a good fit for this role.

Barefoot and Free are looking for a creative volunteer who has fresh ideas with the expertise and passion to make them a reality.

What will you be doing?

A wonderful opportunity for a vibrant creative individual to come up with new fundraising ideas and put them into practice.

We would love to hear from anyone who is passionate about fundraising and loves organising events, from cake sales to fun runs. If you feel you are someone who can motivate others, steer current and new supporters to sign up and support them to organise their fundraising events and organise our own fundraising charity events then get in touch..... we need your help.

This event organising role is an important role, it will help bring in much needed funds to support what we do.

What are we looking for?

We’d love someone who is passionate about supporting the families we serve, someone who is creative and can put a plan in action, someone who has had experience in successful fundraising activities, events or online success. Bringing in new supporters, organise events or comeup with some new ideas.

What difference will you make?

We are a small charity fighting hard to support our families, as we grow, we need to bring in more funding, could you be the person to support us? Are you creative with vibrant ideas that could work boost our fundraising?

Your support will help us to grow and support more families, our families are extremely important to us, we support amazing children and young people fighting big issues due to neurodiversity or trauma resulting in mental health issues, we work hard as a team to fund staycations so our families can breathe and take a break so they can recuperate to face the challenges they so unfairly face. You will have the chance to make a huge difference to the lives of the vulnerable families we support at Barefoot and Free.

We can’t wait to see what you can do! Please get in touch.