Volunteer: Trustee & Director (2-Year Trial Term) in United Kingdom, France, Australia, South Africa, and Canada

Project Details What We Need - Volunteers with citizenship or residency of their country of interest (i.e.only Japanese residents applying for Japan) will receive first priority - Governance & Fiduciary Duties - Compliance, Financial Prudence, Risk Management, Conflicts of Interest - Strategic Oversight - Mission Delivery, Performance Monitoring, Stakeholder Accountability - Brand Stewardship & Networking (Critical Focus) - Ambassadorship, Network Leverage, Fundraising Support - Leadership - Has professional leadership skills and has the ability to lead new volunteer cohorts and members of the new entities - (Preferred) Familiar with the work of NGOs - Is familiar with the works of existing NGOs, or the procedure for becoming a registered NGO in their country of interest Background Since the foundation of Sunshine Action in June 2008, Sunshine Action has done many global programs reaching over 480,000 low-income individuals over 1,120 organisations/charity centres in 28 Countries or Special Administrative Regions. For more information: https://www.sunshine-action.org/performance-reports What We Have - A high-impact platform for corporate leaders to contribute to meaningful social change. * An opportunity to build your leadership portfolio within a regulated charity setting. * Access to a network of like-minded professionals and sector leaders. * The satisfaction of shaping the strategic foundation of a new charity branch. Why this is important The establishment of Sunshine Action’s new branches across the globe, guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees and Directors, is a strategic milestone in advancing our global mission. By appointing senior professionals as Volunteer Trustees and Directors, Sunshine Action ensures robust governance, financial prudence, and strategic oversight consistent with international best practices. This leadership framework safeguards compliance with the Charities Act, reinforces accountability to stakeholders, and builds sustainable systems for long‑term growth.Equally important, Trustees and Directors act as ambassadors of Sunshine Action, leveraging their networks to open doors to donors, corporate partners, and strategic volunteers. Their stewardship not only secures funding opportunities but also elevates Sunshine Action’s brand visibility, enabling us to scale poverty‑alleviation projects with greater efficiency and impact.Ultimately, this project aligns with Sunshine Action’s overarching goals: strengthening governance, expanding regional reach, mobilizing resources, and cultivating a new generation of philanthropic leaders who will carry our mission forward. Project Period 31 Aug 2026 - 27 Jul 2028 Location Assorted Team Project You’ll be working with other awesome volunteers. About The Organization Sunshine Action http://www.sunshine-action.org/ Causes Poverty Community Development Youth What We Do Sunshine Action is an international, non-profit charity organisation dedicated to the welfare of underprivileged groups in society. Since its foundation in 2008, Sunshine Action has directly helped over 490,000 people in need and low-income families around the world, partnering with over 1,100 charitable centers and humanitarian organizations across 28 countries & special admin. regions worldwide. Performance Reports: https://www.sunshine-action.org/performance-reports In 2023. Sunshine Action continue to expand with bases in the United Kingdom and the United States, working with interns to further the vision established at the very heart of the charity: staying committed to serving those in need.