Vacancies

Internal Vacancies

Cardiff Third Sector Council was set up in 1997 to provide a range of support services and resources to community groups and voluntary organisations, partnerships and networks in Cardiff.  Central to our mission is a range of advice and support ranging from governance to finance, volunteering, funding, planning, communication, training, partnership, participation, influencing policy and more. 

There are currently no paid vacancies at C3SC, however please see our list of further opportunities to get involved with C3SC below:

C3SC is the umbrella charity for the voluntary sector in Cardiff, and we are pleased to open recruitment for new Trustees, including a Treasurer to join C3SC’s board at an exciting time of growth.

Trustees can play a crucial role in shaping the direction and impact of our ambition, and by working with the C3SC team, you can make a meaningful difference across our communities. By giving your time and skills, you will be sustaining your overall happiness and wellbeing, and be part of contributing to something just as significant across Cardiff and its wider communities to positively benefit those who need it most.

We are particularly looking for people with experience in –

  • Finance and Accounting
  • Legal and HR
  • The not-for-profit sector

The roles will suit anyone interested in strategic leadership and supporting communities, with quarterly meetings and full induction provided.

If you’d like to use your skills and experience, and develop new ones, to help set and steer C3SC’s priorities and direction then we’d love to hear from you!

For more information about the roles, please view the role descriptions below:

C3SC Trustee Board – Role Description – Treasurer.docx

C3SC Trustee Board – Role Description – Trustee.docx

How to apply:

Please fill and complete a Trustee Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form to apply to the Trustee role at C3SC. The EO Monitoring form will be kept separately and will not be considered alongside your application. Please return all completed forms to recruitment@c3sc.org.uk.

For an informal chat about joining the Board, please contact us by leaving a message on 07973 725 335 or by emailing recruitment@c3sc.org.uk.

C3SC is committed to equality and representing the full diversity of the community.

The Community Outreach Volunteer role is suitable for anyone with an interest in supporting people in local communities to find opportunities for volunteering, signposting them to C3SC for support, and helping them to find charities and activities in their local community.

You will be provided with induction, support, and training. C3SC is the umbrella charity for Cardiff, and we support all kinds of voluntary action. This is a great opportunity to be a part of the team at C3SC and make a real difference in the community!

General tasks:  

  • Oversee stalls at drop-in sessions, fairs, and community days at various community locations. 
  • Support people to find suitable volunteering opportunities
  • Signpost people to C3SC for information, advice, and support or to other charities and activities in the community.

If you’d like to discuss volunteering with us please email the team at volunteer@c3sc.org.uk or call us at 07973 725690.

External Vacancies

Paid Positions

If you are a member of Cardiff Third Sector Council and have any staff vacancies you would like to include here, please email the details to enquiries@c3sc.org.uk

There is a fee of £35 for non-member groups and organisations to advertise on this Vacancies page.

South Wales Police have the following opportunities to support placements where you can begin your career in a profession where no two days are the same.

Our internship opportunities are over a period of 12 months during students’ year in industry / gap year (between years 2 and 3 of your studies).

Our Postgraduate opportunities are over a period of 12 months during which time placement holders will play an integral role within their allocated department.

The Public Service Access Programme is a dedicated entry route that allows participants to join South Wales Police for a 6-month paid placement, working on meaningful projects that contribute directly to our organisation and the communities we serve.

South Wales Police is delighted to announce the following opportunities as part of our 2026-2027 placement programme commencing 2026:

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact via PositiveAction@south-wales.police.uk

Careers Wales is currently looking to recruiting for the following position to join their Executive Team:

Director of Service Delivery

Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of careers guidance and support across Wales?  Careers Wales is seeking a Director of Service Delivery to drive innovation, champion strategic transformation, and deliver sector-leading services that make a real difference to people’s lives

Salary: £82,947 to £91,308

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Location: Wales (with a national remit)

Base: Will be determined on appointment (will be one of our Careers centres which are in each local authority area in Wales).

Closing Date: Midnight on 11 February 2026

Further information on the role and details on how to apply can be found on our recruitment site

English: Director of Service Delivery (Closing Date 11/02/2026) – Careers Wales

Cymraeg: Cyfarwyddydd Cyflwyno Gwasanaethau (Dyddiad Cau 11/02/2026) – Careers Wales

Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) have two Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) roles, please see below:

IMHA – Cardiff & Vale

  • Closing date: Sunday 8 February, 5pm
  • View role and apply here

IMHA – Cym Taf Morgannwg

  • Closing date: Sunday 16 February, 5pm
  • View role and apply here

The Welsh Government is committed to improving the diversity of public appointments in Wales.

The Welsh Government Anti-racist Wales Action Plan and Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for Public Appointments sets out a vision and actions aimed at supporting delivery of this key Ministerial priority for Wales.

Current available public appointments at Welsh Government includes:

Education Workforce Council – Appointment of Members – Welsh Government

The Agricultural Advisory Panel for Wales – Appointment of a Chair – Welsh Government

ACE (Action in Caerau & Ely) are currently recruiting for the following role to join their Yourspace team:

Position: Community Health Development Worker

To take a lead role in building partnerships with local community organisations and service providers; working collaboratively to identify and fill gaps in local health and wellbeing provision; and supporting the development of a mix of volunteer-led and service-provider led groups, courses, activities and services to serve the Cluster areas.  This role will focus on the Cardiff South West Cluster area (Ely, Caerau, Canton & Riverside).

Hours: 22.5 / week

Salary: £28,126 per annum (pro rata). Please note this is the 2025-26 rate and we are currently awaiting confirmation of 2026-27 rates of pay.

Contract: End of January 2027 (with possible extension depending on funding)

Closing date: 9am, Monday 23rd February 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 4th March 2026

For more information on the role and application process please see the attached job pack or visit our website www.aceplace.org/job-vacancies/

Interested candidates who would like to know more about the role can contact either Hazel or Louise on 02920 003 132.

Unpaid Positions

We currently have no unpaid positions to advertise on our webpage from members. However, if you do, please let us know by emailing enquiries@c3sc.org.uk with the advert to promote and share the opportunity.