Volunteer Assistant Director

Organisation Casual Ballerz CIC Salary Voluntary Location Remote with occasional travel London as needed Contract type Volunteer (Part time) Closing date 1 January 2026 Job Description Assistant Director (Volunteer) – Help Build and Sustain a Movement for Youth in London Remote with in-person commitment | Volunteer | Opportunity to Grow with the Organisation Required attendance: Monthly training & matchday, Sundays (8 PM staff meeting, Zoom), Mondays (8 PM funding meeting, Zoom)Casual Ballerz CIC is looking for 1–2 volunteer Assistant Directors to help lead behind the scenes, driving business sustainability, operational excellence, and strategic growth.This is a key leadership role for someone who understands that real impact comes not just from what happens on the pitch — but from what gets built off it. We’ve already recruited one strong Assistant Director, and we’re now seeking up to two more individuals who can help push our organisation forward.If you're strategic, self-motivated, business-minded, and ready to play a crucial part in scaling a youth development movement, this is your opportunity.About UsCasual Ballerz CIC is a youth-led social enterprise based in London, committed to transforming the lives of underserved young people through football, mentorship, employment support, and mental health programming.We are growing — and we know that sustainable growth takes operational clarity, financial planning, and bold outreach. That’s where you come in.What You'll Focus OnWe’re seeking people with the initiative and skill to take ownership of one or more of the following core areas:Business Development & Financial SustainabilityGenerate and help implement strategies to diversify income (e.g. enterprise, fundraising campaigns, scalable partnerships)Organisational Operations & ProductivityImprove staff systems, task management, and internal workflows to maximise delivery and reduce burnoutCorporate & Community PartnershipsBuild relationships with businesses, funders, and external stakeholders that can support our mission and expand our networkMarketing Strategy & ExecutionLead or contribute to large-scale marketing campaigns, digital growth, and long-term brand developmentThis is a leadership support role — you’ll work directly with the Founder and existing Assistant Director to shape priorities, provide solutions, and ensure the mission stays on track behind the scenes.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Founder on strategic direction, internal planning, and new initiativesAttend weekly staff meetings (Sundays, 8 PM) and funding meetings (Mondays, 8 PM) on ZoomAttend one training session and one game per month to stay connected with on-the-ground deliveryIdentify organisational bottlenecks and propose actionable solutionsContribute to grant planning, budgets, and business case developmentLead or support outreach to corporate sponsors and community partnersTrack and support internal projects to ensure consistency and accountabilityHelp shape internal culture and team growth plansWho We're Looking ForYou are a strong fit if you:Are highly organised, proactive, and driven by outcomesHave experience in project management, business development, operations, or nonprofit leadershipUnderstand the importance of financial planning, systems, and sustainability in mission-led workCommunicate clearly and are comfortable working in a hybrid team (remote and in-person)Are passionate about youth development, equity, and social impactWant to use your skills to help build something real, from the inside outYou might be:A recent graduate with strong leadership and business instinctsA professional seeking a purposeful side projectSomeone with operational or entrepreneurial experience looking to support a grassroots causeWhat You’ll GainDirect influence in how a youth development organisation scales, sustains, and growsOpportunities to lead meaningful initiatives from planning through executionA collaborative leadership team where your voice mattersPotential to grow into a paid leadership role as funding increasesA space where passion, accountability, and action come before titlesMentorship and shared leadership with peers who are building for long-term changeTime CommitmentStaff Meeting – Sundays at 8 PM (Zoom)Funding Meeting – Mondays at 8 PM (Zoom)One training session + one game per month (in person, London-based)Flexible weekly commitment based on your capacity and focus areaBehind every powerful movement is a strong leadership engine. Help us build one.If you have the drive, skills, and vision to help shape something with long-term impact, we’d love to hear from you.