ABOUT SABIR LEWIS FOUNDATION (SLF)
SLF is a UK-based organisation committed to advancing the rights and opportunities of refugees and marginalised communities. Our work focuses on digital inclusion, employment pathways, and community empowerment, both in the UK and internationally.
THE ROLE
As a Volunteer – Partnerships and Programmes Support, you will contribute to the development and delivery of Sabir Lewis Foundation’s growing programmes and partnerships work. This hybrid role offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in the charity sector, supporting project design, research, partnership development, and events. You will work alongside the Programmes and Partnerships Coordinator to strengthen SLF’s initiatives focused on refugee rights, digital inclusion, and community empowerment. This is a rewarding role for someone passionate about social impact and looking to build skills in a supportive, flexible environment.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for two enthusiastic and dependable volunteers with a genuine interest in refugee rights, social justice, or community development. You will be well-organised, able to work independently, and confident in communicating with a range of stakeholders. Strong writing and research skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, are essential. While previous experience in the charity or voluntary sector is desirable, we welcome applications from individuals keen to learn. Knowledge of project design, grant writing, or event coordination would be an advantage, as would familiarity with issues affecting refugees and migrants in the UK
Professional development in the non-profitsector.
Opportunity to expand your professional network.
Ongoing support and mentorship from SLF staff
Reference letters upon successful completion
This is the heFlexible working arrangement (1.5 days per week, with work from home option).ading
Essential Criteria
Desirable Criteria
- Interest in social justice, refugee rights, or community development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills and ability to work independently
- Competent in desk research and basic report writing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Experience volunteering orworking in a charity or community organisation
- Familiarity with project design or grant writing
- Understanding of refugee and migrant issues in the UK
- Event coordination experience
- Knowledge of digital inclusion or employability programmes
Essential Criteria
Interest in social justice, refugee rights, or community development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Good organisational skills and ability to work independently
Competent in desk research and basic report writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Desirable Criteria
Experience volunteering orworking in a charity or community organisation
Familiarity with project design or grant writing
Understanding of refugee and migrant issues in the UK
Event coordination experience
Knowledge of digital inclusion or employability programmes
jyoti.dhiman@sabirlewis
foundation.org
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Volunteer Application – SLF
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Start date: We are recruiting on a rolling basis.