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External Affairs Manager 

Salary: up to £50,000 per annum  

Location: Newark - Hybrid working with regular travel to other places of work  

Full time (35 hours per week)  

Permanent contract 

Closing date for applications: 13th July 2025  

First interview: 25th July 2025  

Second interview: 30th July 2025 

About Us 

The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 944,000 members, over 38,000 volunteers, 3,600 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work. 

Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts. 

The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities. 

About You 

Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for policy, public affairs and making a real difference? Do you dream of using your skills to make a real difference in conservation? 

We have an exciting brand-new opportunity at the heart of The Wildlife Trusts for an experienced External Affairs Manager. In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with our CEO and Deputy CEO to lead external advocacy planning and delivery, work on high-impact commissioned projects and build influential relationships. 

If you’re ready to make an impact and thrive in a role where your input can shape the future, this could be the role for you. 

You will be a confident individual with outstanding ability to build effective relationships both internally and externally, work collaboratively across The Wildlife Trusts movement, and be able to develop engaging initiatives that are important to the movement and its strategic plans. You will also be highly-organised, and with your personable approach you will be able to build trust and partnerships across a wide-range of stakeholders. 

The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. 

RSWT take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level. 

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and will put any ethnic minority applicants that meet all the essential criteria for the post through to the next stage of recruitment. 

Please be aware we may not accept applications if we have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools. 

Employer Policy Specialist

Working Hours: 0.6FTE (full-time equivalent 37.5 hours). There is a degree of flexibility surrounding the working hours which will be determined by the demands of the role.

Salary: 0.6FTE: £40,658 (the full-time equivalent salary is: £67,763).

Start Date: 1st September 2025.

Reporting to: Director of Public Affairs & Policy

Deadline for applications: Friday 18th July 2025, 5pm

Interviews: Interviews will be conducted online on Thursday 24th July

Overview

The DfE has nominated CST as the employer representative for academy trusts for specific purposes (for example, the school support staff negotiating body).  The postholder will be required to work directly with the Department for Education at a senior level to undertake the duties associated with this employer representative role.  CST also wishes to strengthen its support to members on wider matters of employer policy. There is significant scope to shape and develop this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Have a detailed understanding of the terms and conditions of employment of teaching and support staff and the workforce issues affecting the education sector, particularly those influencing recruitment and retention of staff.

• The ability to build relationships with key stakeholders (members, senior DfE officials and ministers) and work closely with other employer representative organisations.

• Working closely with the CEO and Deputy CEO, build relationships at senior level with trade unions (leadership, teacher and support staff unions).

• Lead on developing CST’s employer policy and guidance, working with our members and commanding their support and respect, and working closely with the policy team.

• Support the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Public Affairs and Policy to influence and respond to government policy in respect of employer policy, including drafting responses to government consultations and being our representative on the DfE’s formally constituted groups.

• Provide professional support and guidance to members on matters relating to employer policy, within the restrictions of what we are insured to do as a professional body.

• Support our HR professional community.

• Speak with authority at events and conferences as CST’s nominated representative on employer policy.

• Offer support to the wider CST policy team in other areas that fall within the postholder’s experience or expertise. This may include occasionally deputising for other team members for example covering for annual leave or sickness absence.

• Any other duties and responsibilities that may be delegated by the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive or Director of Public Affairs and Policy from time to time.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Likely educated to degree level (or holding a similar professional qualification or experience) with significant knowledge and experience of employment matters within the education sector and employer policy.

• The ideal candidate will have experience working at senior level likely within an educational, policy or consultancy setting. Knowledge of schools and the trust sector is essential as is the ability to respond to issues in a way which conveys the practical realities of working in schools.

• A sound understanding of the differences between academy trusts and the maintained sector.

• Secure knowledge of legislation, regulations and policy that affect school trusts.

• Authority and gravitas with the ability to speak up at meetings with senior officials with the required diplomacy and at all times with the members’ interests in mind.

• People-centred, with excellent relational skills, adept at forming and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, members and senior external stakeholders (including policy makers, employer representative organisations and trade unions).

• Output focused, able to execute a range of communications across channels efficiently.

• Fluent and precise, an excellent communicator who writes well.

• The ability to analyse detail and distil key points, identifying matters of concern or interest to school trusts.

• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines, including turning around high-quality responses to members and DfE in short timescales.

• Someone who embodies the Nolan Principles and acts with integrity and discretion.

• Aligned with CST’s aims to promote education for public benefit.

• Skilled at working remotely as part of a close-knit team. Whilst this position is remote (home-based) there will be the requirement to attend in person meetings from time to time.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, compassionate individual with a passion for social justice to make a real difference in our local community. Reporting to the Trustee Board, this role will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and financial sustainability of Stratford-upon-Avon Foodbank. Leading our staff and volunteer team, to provide emergency food and practical support to those in crisis and, in the longer term, working with our partners to help us  realise our ambition to ensure everyone has enough money for the essentials, and to end the need for emergency food and foodbanks for good.

Role details:
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon (Hybrid – Fred Winter Centre + flexible/home working)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract:Permanent
Closing Date: 04 July 2025

Key responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Foodbank
• Manage staff and volunteers with empathy and professionalism
• Oversee budgeting, fundraising, and partnership development
• Champion our mission to reduce poverty and promote long-term support

You’ll bring:

• Proven senior management experience, in the charity sector
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Financial and fundraising acumen
• A collaborative and values-led approach
• Passion for supporting people in crisis and tackling poverty

We offer:

• A meaningful role where your work has direct community impact
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 3% employer pension contribution

How to apply

To apply for the role, please complete the application form and a letter including: :

• Details of why you have applied for the role.
• Details on the qualities you possess which mean you would be an ideal candidate for the role, please refer to the person specification in our job description.

Details of where to send the application letter and application form can be found in the Job Description attached to this ad.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation. Please note we do not provide VISA sponsorship and unfortunately, we cannot employ you if you do not have the right to work in the UK.

CPSL Mind is a vibrant, values-led charity that supports local people in their recovery from mental health issues, promotes wellbeing and campaigns against stigma and discrimination.

Perinatal Services Dads Project Worker
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £25,549.00 per annum FTE
Salary scale point: 12
Based at: Cambridge Office – covering Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

About CPSL Mind

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

About the Role and the Project

CPSL Mind’s Perinatal service delivers one to one and group support to pregnant women and new mums and dads who are at risk of, or are experiencing, a mental health challenge in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough.

We have recently secured new funding to increase our support across Cambridgeshire. As part of that funding, we will be setting up a substantial support package for Dads across Cambridgeshire. The support will include group support, one to one support and working with partners, businesses and employers to better support dads. We also have a funding to launch support for dads in Peterborough which will include group and one to one support. This is an exciting new role which will be instrumental in setting up the service as well as delivering the support across both areas.

The main purpose of this role is to deliver the support we offer to new parents in our area by providing a collection of tools and techniques to promote positive mental wellbeing through our groups and one to one sessions.

The successful candidate will have the skills to of time management and adaptability, as well as excellent interpersonal skills to be able to support dads as well as network and build service connections with other professionals, partners and businesses.

Closing date: 17th July 2025
Interviews will be held on: 22nd and 23rd July 2025

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offences.

No agencies please.

An exciting Part-Time opportunity at CPSL Mind.

CPSL Mind is a vibrant, values-led charity that supports local people in their recovery from mental health issues, promotes wellbeing and campaigns against stigma and discrimination.

Perinatal Services Muslim Project Worker
Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Part-Time, 15 hours per week – Term Time Only
Salary: £25,549.00 per annum FTE, £8,545.24 per annum actual
Salary scale point: 12
Based at: Cambridge Office – covering Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

About CPSL Mind

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

About the Role and the Project

CPSL Mind’s Perinatal service delivers one to one and group support to pregnant women and new mums and dads who are at risk of, or are experiencing, a mental health challenge in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

We have recently secured new funding to increase our support across Cambridgeshire and therefore this role will predominately be based in the Cambridgeshire area.

The new funding will include launching our successful Muslim Mum support into the Cambridge area. The successful candidate therefore will need to be from the Muslim community and have knowledge of the Muslim community in Cambridge. As we have team and support spread across the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough there may be occasions for the successful candidate to travel across both areas.

The main purpose of this role is to deliver the support we offer to new parents in our area by providing a collection of tools and techniques to promote positive mental wellbeing through our groups and one to one sessions.

The successful candidates will have demonstrable awareness and understanding of how perinatal mental health problems affect women and men and their families and a positive approach to mental health, wellbeing and tackling stigma.

Closing date: 17th July 2025
Interviews will be held on: 22nd and 23rd July 2025

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offences.

No agencies please.

We're looking for a passionate, values-driven CEO to guide our charity into its next inspiring chapter. 

The Coalition registered as a charity in December 2023. We have spent the last 18 months developing the infrastructure of the organisation so we can meet the Charity Commission requirements. We developed a short strategic plan for a 2 year period to ensure we had all of the foundations in place to capitalise on our new charity status. This strategic plan ends in November 2025.

The CEO will set a new five-year strategy for the organisation by building on the solid foundations of the 2 year strategic plan and maximising the opportunities that charity status provides.

The CEO will have oversight across the whole organisation, often acting as the external ‘face’ of The Coalition with our stakeholders and partners. As such, they will represent us, and enable the Disabled community to have their voices heard to achieve equality and independence for Disabled people and those with long-term health conditions.  The CEO will promote the Social Model of Disability and champion accessibility across all services in Surrey.

The Head of Program reports to and works closely with the Country Director to provide strategic program direction for DRC’s ALT (Algeria, Libya and Tunisia) response in a manner that is accountable to the communities we work with. The HoP is expected to contribute to the quality assurance of program implementation across the project development and implementation cycle. The position ensures that DRC’s projects significantly contribute to meeting immediate humanitarian needs, transitioning from relief to longer-term rebuilding and recovery. The HoP is a key senior position in the DRC country set up, responsible for cross-cutting programmatic information management, sound design of and overseeing assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and ensuring that information collected is reflected upon, used to improve ongoing projects, and is incorporated into consistently high-quality grant proposals and reports. S/he plays a crucial role in strategy development and adherence and ensuring that policies, systems, and people are continuously and accurately working in a coordinated manner to ensure that a coherent and comprehensive program is designed and implemented. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

​ Programming Strategy & Development

• Constant in-depth analysis of humanitarian context, trends, gaps, challenges and opportunities
• Participate in country level strategic planning, lead the annual review process and contribute to the sustainable management of program with a continual eye to new program development that addresses displacements and meets the needs of beneficiaries
• As a key pillar of the overall country strategy, develop/define the country programming strategy designing process in a collaborative way in order to ensure program appropriateness and accountability among the country program team.
• Write/Review and monitor the Program Strategy document based upon a clear needs/evidence driven approach, DRC’s core expertise and a large stakeholders analysis
• Foster synergies between program areas and promotes an integrated approach
• Support the strong integration of protection throughout all humanitarian initiatives and ensure adherence to Sphere standards or any other international standards when relevant
• Support the integration of gender mainstreaming across all programs
• Facilitate assessment and rapid response in any humanitarian situation, with written report and recommendation to initiate and setup relevant emergency projects if a response is decided on
• Keep abreast and engage with the Durable Solutions Architecture and ensure DRC is well represented in these fora.
• Advocate about DRC’s program with government, donors, and humanitarian stakeholders, in cluster meetings, workshops, conferences and in other relevant form

Program Implementation & Coordination

• Provide oversight, guidance and leadership to all aspects of program development and implementation, including ensuring timely reporting, compliance and quality utilizing routine monitoring and feedback into program implementation
• Ensure effective and transparent budget follow up, planning and use of financial resources in compliance with DRC and donor policies and priorities
• Develop a close and productive working relationship with Area Offices to ensure that all aspects of programs are implemented to maximum affect and compliant with DRC and donor regulations.
• Ensure grant Kick Off and Close Out meetings are systematically taking place
• Ensure regular grant review meetings are taking place and red flags are discussed and actioned upon
• Effectively stay abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations

Program Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning

• Ensure the implementation of effective and participatory program Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning strategies at all levels of the DRC’s program in country
• Ensure that all projects contribute to measuring impact and are in line with DRC’s country strategic plan
• Ensure quality programming by coordinating the technical support provided by the Regional Office and HQ, by developing M&E tools and indicators and other quality improvement initiatives
• Adopt an evidence-based approach that see the dissemination of lessons learned and best practices within DRC country and Region teams, to donors and to other stakeholders when relevant in order ensure synergetic programming and cross-program collaboration in ALT and in the whole region
• Supervise monitoring and evaluation of the operations to ensure the overall implementation is in accordance with agreed work plans, donor agreements and humanitarian accountability framework
• Ensure Information Management is embedded with DRC program and data are managed in a confidential manner

Fundraising, Grant proposals writing & reporting processes

• Ensure up to date donor mapping and pursue funding opportunities in all DRC competence areas, and coordinate the capacities of the program managers and SMT to identify and materialize opportunities
• Lead in the design of programs to input into potential proposals.
• Review final reports and authorize on proposals to be submitted to external donors and HQ

Program staff Management and Capacity Building

• Effectively manage the program team in the coordination office in Tunis: Project Development and Quality Manager, Protection Manager, Humanitarian Mine Action Operation, ECREC Manager, Partnership Coordinator and the Program Trainee
• Ongoing development of team composition and structure to ensure that is fit for purpose, develop Job descriptions/Terms of Reference, follow up program staff related recruitment processes and orientation of staff. Proactively seek to increase the numbers of national staff members in the Programs team.
• When needed, draft and/or review scopes of work to hire and manage technical consultants, including review for technical efficacy and contract budget
• Development of overall staff competence through leadership, training and coaching of technical and management key program staff
• Conduct annual staff performance reviews

Donor liaison, Partnerships and Representation

• Represent DRC’s program to funders and potential donors
• Cultivate key relationships that enhance DRC’s visibility, credibility in ALT
• Frequent travel for direct support to field sites, representation and identification of opportunities for organizational growth in the competence areas profit, independent, rights-based refugee organization.
• Review and oversee implementation of the CSO partnership strategy and promote localization agenda within DRC.
• Identify local NGOs/partners and develop partnership with relevant and complementary partners.

Other

• In close collaboration with the broader Senior Management Team, lead by example to ensure continual progress towards DRC’s Age, Gender, and Diversity policy and AGD programmatic minimum standards, and promote compliance with DRC’s commitment to zero-tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policy. 
• Other duties as requested by the Country Director

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to at least 5 years' experience in relevant field. Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

• Minimum 7-8 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, leadership, and design in countries of conflict or post-conflict, including working on protection and mine action programmes.
• Minimum 4 years of experience working in managing emergency operations, including 2 years at senior management level and at least 2 years in the Middle East/North Africa.
• Demonstrated experience and skill in proposal development, budget development, program implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Master’s degree in International Development and/or Humanitarian Assistance, Project Management, or any other related field 
• Demonstrated experience in managing migration programmes and cross-border programming.
• Proven experience in effectively coordinating with National Governments, International and National NGO partners and a variety of working with and coordinating with a variety of donors including SDC, ECHO, DANIDA, UN agencies, EU FPI and DG.
• Demonstrated commitment to apply an age, gender and diversity (AGD) and Conflict Sensitive approach to programming.  
• Proven experience in managing integrated programs as well as capacity building.
• Fluent in English
• Fluent in French

Desirable

• Arabic: Desirable

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

Contract length: 24 months

Band: E management

Designation of Duty Station: Family duty station

Start date: as soon as possible 

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 08 /July / 2025 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is strongly encouraged.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

About Pathfinders Neuromuscular Alliance

Pathfinders is a user-led charity run by and for people living with muscle-weakening conditions. We support disabled people and those who employ personal assistants (PAs) through peer support, information, training, and advocacy. We believe in the power of lived experience and centre disabled voices in everything we do.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated Project Coordinator to lead the delivery of an exciting new learning and development project for individual employers and personal assistants. The project will support people who employ PAs through direct payments and their PAs to develop the knowledge and skills they need through videos, peer-led training, discussion sessions, and case studies.

You will oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of the project, ensuring activities run smoothly, are well-attended, and meet the needs of learners. You’ll work closely with people with lived experience of employing PAs, guest speakers, partner organisations, and the wider Pathfinders team to deliver high-quality, accessible training and resources.

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of employing PAs, or who have supported others to do so.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of the training project, including scheduling and facilitating sessions, managing communications, and tracking progress against objectives.

• Work with Pathfinders staff, guest speakers and people with lived experience to produce a series of bite-sized training videos for PAs and employers.

• Organise and support delivery of:

  • Fortnightly peer-learning sessions for PA employers

  • Monthly case study sessions for PAs

  • Monthly “Train the Trainer” classes for employers

• Engage and support participants, including managing bookings, sending reminders, and providing follow-up information.

• Promote the project in collaboration with our communications team and external partners, including disability charities, PA networks, and local authorities.

• Gather feedback, measure impact and contribute to reporting for the funder.

• Support participants to access additional training opportunities (e.g. SfC resources, the Individual Employer Fund, local training).

• Ensure accessibility and inclusion are embedded in all activities.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Strong project coordination skills and the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously

• Excellent communication and people skills – confident talking to diverse audiences including disabled people, PAs, professionals and partner organisations

• A clear understanding of the challenges and responsibilities of employing personal assistants

• Good digital skills and confidence using online platforms like Zoom, Google Drive, Microsoft Office and social media

• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and meet deadlines

• Committed to inclusion, accessibility and user-led values

Desirable:

• Lived experience of employing PAs or supporting someone who does

• Experience creating or coordinating learning content or training sessions

• Experience working in the disability, health or social care sector

• Knowledge of direct payments and personalisation in adult social care

Timeline:
We are expecting funding for this role to be confirmed on 30 June and if this is confirmed, we are hoping to get started as soon as possible. The closing date for this role is therefore 30th of June, with interviews to be held between 1st-6th July. 

HR Operations Lead
Location: Covent Garden, London
Hybrid Working: Minimum 60% office-based
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum FTE
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Society of London Theatre (SOLT) and UK Theatre to recruit an HR Operations Lead. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the central membership organisations for the UK theatre industry and play a key role in delivering an excellent employee experience for a passionate and collaborative workforce.

About SOLT & UK Theatre

Based in the heart of Covent Garden, SOLT & UK Theatre are membership organisations representing theatre producers, owners, managers and operators across the UK. The organisations deliver a wide range of services and initiatives across membership development, audience engagement, and advocacy, including the Olivier Awards, West End LIVE, Theatre Tokens, and key industry campaigns.

SOLT & UK Theatre are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in everything they do internally and across the sector and actively seek to create a culture where all staff feel supported, valued and able to contribute.

About the Role

The HR Operations Lead will report to the Director of Finance and Operations and will be responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of all HR operations and processes across the organisation. This is a standalone generalist role, ideal for someone confident in managing core HR functions while building strong relationships across a collaborative team. It offers real variety, autonomy and the opportunity to drive positive change in a purpose-led, creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations including onboarding, contractual changes and offboarding
• Ensure compliance with employment law, GDPR and internal HR policies
• Act as first point of contact for HR queries, providing timely and professional advice
• Maintain and optimise the HR system (Cezanne) and provide accurate HR data and reporting to senior leaders
• Develop and improve HR processes and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
• Support recruitment and selection processes, including inclusive hiring practices
• Coordinate learning and development activity in line with the organisational plan
• Lead the annual appraisal and mid-year review processes
• Work closely with the EDI working group to support and implement inclusive practices
• Support payroll and cross-functional operations in collaboration with Finance and IT colleagues
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices

About You

This role would suit an experienced HR generalist with a collaborative approach, who enjoys working in a small, values-led team.

Essential experience and skills include:

• Proven experience in HR operations, ideally in a standalone or SME setting
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, including the Equality Act
• Ability to manage systems and use HR data to generate insight
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Skilled in process improvement and implementing best practice
• Experience supporting inclusive recruitment and staff development
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management skills
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience) preferred

A background in the charity, arts or creative sectors would be beneficial but is not essential.

How to Apply

Tatiana Ostara at Charity People is managing this recruitment on behalf of SOLT. Please send your CV and Cover Letter when applying for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, early applications are encouraged.

Closing date: Tuesday 9th July, 17:00

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Are you a passionate, values-driven fundraiser looking for a career-defining opportunity? Join WSUP at a pivotal moment as we grow our impact and strengthen our fundraising in line with our ambition to prevent and end homelessness in our community.

Click Apply, download our Recruitment Pack and find out about WSUP's strategic priorities.

This new Fundraising Lead role is central to our strategy - designed to secure sustainable income through community engagement, partnerships, and bold, values-aligned funding. You’ll lead the development and delivery of an ambitious fundraising strategy that aims to grow income to £400,000+ per year - supporting both WSUP’s immediate needs and long-term growth. This will include a blend of bid writing, challenge events, and community-led fundraising, working closely with volunteers, partners, and local supporters to build strong relationships and unlock sustainable income.  

Your work will help expand our trauma-informed services, embed lived experience across the organisation, and ensure we respond to rising demand with dignity and care- while building a local solidarity economy based on mutual support and community-led solutions.

We’re looking for a creative and strategic thinker with excellent relationship-building skills and a commitment to equity and inclusion. You’ll be working closely with our leadership team and wider network of partners and volunteers, shaping a fundraising programme that reflects WSUP’s grassroots ethos and the powerful stories at the heart of our work.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a trusted local charity - and to play a vital role in building a healthier, more just Greenwich for all.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & income generation 

· Trusts & grants: Research, write, and submit compelling funding applications to trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies to secure new and repeat funding.

· Corporate & individual giving: Work alongside Service Delivery Manager and Deputy Service Manager to develop relationships with corporate sponsors and individual donors, creating engagement opportunities.

· Donor stewardship: Manage and nurture relationships with funders, ensuring timely reporting and impact updates.

· Donor stewardship: Provide timely and effective follow-up communications with supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged.

· Fundraising strategy: Support the development and implementation of WSUP’s fundraising strategy, identifying new opportunities for income growth.

· Event fundraising: Assist in planning and delivering fundraising events to engage supporters and raise unrestricted funds

· Financial oversight: Work with the CEO to develop fundraising budgets and ensure accurate income tracking.

· Financial oversight: Process cash and cheque donations for Community & Events income, including ensuring this income is processed and recorded accurately on our database which may include batch uploads.

· Campaigns & appeals: Develop and implement online fundraising campaigns, such as Winter Appeal or emergency appeals.

· Storytelling & impact reporting: Work with Communication Lead to share real-life stories that showcase WSUP’s work.

Person Specification

Essential skills & experience

· Fundraising knowledge: Understanding of trust, foundation, and corporate fundraising, with proven experience of writing successful grant applications.

· Communication skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports.

· Relationship management: Ability to build relationships with funders, donors, and stakeholders at various levels.

· Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· IT proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), databases, AI tools and social media scheduling tools.

· Financial literacy: Ability to create fundraising budgets and financial reports.

· Compliance: Knowledge of fundraising legislation, including Gift Aid and GDPR compliance.

Desirable skills & experience

· Experience in a small charity setting, ideally within the homelessness or health-related sector, understanding the challenges and opportunities of grassroots fundraising.

· Experience organising donor engagement events or corporate sponsorship opportunities.

· Proven ability to use videos and infographics to enhance fundraising campaigns.

· Social media: Experience using social media for fundraising and engagement, with an understanding of digital marketing principles.

· Experience with volunteer management or coordinating fundraising volunteers.

Personal attributes

· Passionate about social justice and WSUP’s mission to support people in crisis.

· Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a proactive and creative approach.

· Adaptable and willing to take on a variety of tasks in a small but dynamic team.

· Resilient and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset.

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where flexibility is key.

What we offer

· The opportunity to make a real impact in a grassroots charity supporting local communities.

· Flexible working arrangements (remote work possible).

· Professional development and training opportunities.

· A supportive and inclusive team culture, with a strong emphasis on lived experience and trauma-informed practice.

• 25 days’ annual leave per annum plus eight Bank/Public holidays (pro rata basis for part timers), rising by 1 day per year for every complete year of service, up to an additional 5 days, together with 3 additional days over Christmas and New Year. 
• 4% (matched) employer pension, rising to 6% on successful completion of probation.
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• Season ticket loan scheme. 

Philanthropy Manager (Mid-level)

We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager for our client a Christian Faith based Charity to join the team in this hybrid working role.

This is an exciting time to join the Partnerships Team and the organisation as they seek to expand their reach and impact.

Position: Philanthropy Manager (Mid-level)
Location: Fleet, Hampshire / Hybrid (minimum 40% in-office)
Salary: £39,900 per annum
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 10am on 14 July 2025

Interviews:

First round Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 21 July

Second Round Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 28 July

The Job:

You will co-lead the mid-level donor fundraising programme, building meaningful relationships that inspire increased giving and long-term engagement. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropic Partnerships, you will help shape a strategy that ensures gold-standard stewardship and long-term growth.

• Co-lead the cultivation and retention of mid-level donors using email, phone, meetings and events.
• Shape and deliver strategies to acquire and engage donors, generating sustainable income.
• Ensure exceptional donor stewardship with accurate record keeping and tailored communications.
• Develop compelling content including thank-you letters, newsletters, and proofing impact reports.
• Collaborate across departments, including Marketing and Finance, to deliver donor-focused initiatives.
• Represent the Philanthropy team in cross-functional working and advocate for mid-level giving.
• Maintain an understanding of sector trends, applying insight to refine fundraising approaches.

About You

This Charity are seeking a passionate and relational fundraiser, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage and grow donor portfolios effectively.

• Experience building trusted relationships with donors or customers in a fundraising or business development context.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• The ability to prioritise workload, work to deadlines and manage a donor caseload effectively.
• Experience using CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud) and Microsoft Office tools.
• A proactive and empathetic approach, with high emotional intelligence and resilience.
• A genuine commitment to the mission of releasing children from poverty
• A personal Christian faith, and willingness to uphold The Charity’s UK’s Christian ethos, values and Statement of Faith.

Benefits Include:

• Hybrid working (office closed Fridays)
• 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Staff wellbeing time
• Professional and spiritual development support
• Meaningful work that changes lives

About the organisation

This Charity is a Christ-centred, child-focused charity

Please note: The charity can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3. #INDNFP

This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.

YMCA Hastings provides medium-low supported accommodation for a total of 47 young people at risk of homelessness, aged 16 to 25, and care experienced young people under the age of 18. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building. Situated just of the seafront, the project has strong links with and contributes to the local community.

We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our Hastings Foyer team. Main areas of responsibilities are:

Housing

• Coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living. 
• Promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people and be well-informed on significant changes to housing law.
• Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent or damage to room, using restorative practices and working collaboratively with the rest of the team.

Coaching and Engagement

• Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives.
• Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community. 
• Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries.
• Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person’s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance). 

General 

• Work as part of a team, on a rota shift pattern, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective, and supportive staff during the day/evening, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working
• Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations.
• Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice. 

There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. 

This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience relating to housing, support work, and/or working with young people at risk
• Experience of working proactively with a caseload of young people with multiple and complex needs to enable them to achieve independent living. 
• Knowledge of statutory and voluntary resources available to young people with multiple and complex needs.
• Knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and the ability to maintain effective professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and health and safety check lists.

Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident’s progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary. 
• Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills.
• Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately.