Helping charities improve systems, data, and volunteer management.

I’m a retired Senior Software Developer with extensive experience helping charities, community organisations, and volunteer-led groups improve the way they manage information, volunteers, services, and reporting.

I specialise in practical, cost-effective digital solutions that reduce administration, improve visibility, and help organisations make better use of their data. Much of my recent work has been delivered on a pro bono or low-cost basis for charities without dedicated technical resources.

How I Can Help

*Volunteer Management

Design and improve systems to manage volunteers, activities, training, certifications, safeguarding checks, skills, availability, and engagement.

*Training & Compliance

Track inductions, mandatory training, DBS and safeguarding status, renewal dates, and progression pathways, with appropriate reporting and reminders.

*Charity Databases & Case Management

Create, improve, or simplify systems used to manage clients, beneficiaries, projects, referrals, support services, and organisational records.

*Reporting & Impact Measurement

Develop dashboards, reports, and data exports that help trustees, managers, and funders understand performance, outcomes, and organisational impact.

*Process Improvement & Automation

Reduce repetitive administration through better workflows, automation, integrations, spreadsheets, databases, and web-based tools.

*System Modernisation

Replace ageing systems, disconnected spreadsheets, and manual processes with simpler, more reliable solutions that are easier to maintain.

*Custom Applications

Build secure, responsive web applications and mobile-friendly Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) tailored to the specific needs of your organisation.

*Technical Expertise

My background spans both established and modern technologies, allowing me to support existing systems while also developing new solutions.

*Core Technologies

* C#, ASP.NET MVC, JavaScript, SQL, HTML and CSS
* SQL Server, MySQL and PostgreSQL
* Database design, data modelling and reporting
* REST APIs and third-party system integrations

*Modern Platforms & Tools

* Next.js and React applications
* Supabase (PostgreSQL, authentication, storage and role-based access)
* Tailwind CSS
* Vercel hosting and deployment
* Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
* Airtable and low-code platforms
* Google Sheets, Excel and Looker Studio
* GitHub and collaborative development workflows

*My Approach

I place a strong emphasis on:

* GDPR-aware design and data protection
* Appropriate security and access controls
* Simple, maintainable system architecture
* Solutions that non-technical teams can manage confidently
* Clear communication without technical jargon

I work comfortably with staff, trustees, volunteers, and leadership teams, helping bridge the gap between operational requirements and technical implementation.

Whether you need to improve an existing system, streamline processes, strengthen reporting, or develop something entirely new, I can help identify practical solutions that support your organisation’s goals.

If you’d like to explore an idea or discuss a challenge your organisation is facing, I’d be happy to have a conversation.