Assistant to director of communications jobs

About us

The Lucy Faithfull Foundation (LFF) is a UK-wide charity that exists to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation. We’re here for everyone who needs us. We protect children by working with people who pose a risk and diverting them from causing harm. We support individuals and families who have been affected by abuse. And we help professionals who work with families to create safer environments for children through delivering risk assessments, interventions, training and consultancy.

About the role and you

We are recruiting for a Policy Officer within the Advocacy and Communications Team. You will report to the Director of Advocacy and Communications and work closely with all others in the team.

The purpose of this role is to strengthen LFF’s policy and advocacy efforts. You will be crucial in helping to develop strategic engagement, influence change and strengthen LFF’s impact on public policy, and in doing so, make a significant contribution to the prevention of child sexual abuse.

Bringing together your knowledge and experience engaging with various stakeholders, you will effect change by identifying opportunities to influence decision-making, analyse data to develop policy positions for the organisation, contribute to consultation submissions and provide advice on various policy matters.

Advocacy is one of three guiding principles in our 2025-2030 organisational strategy. It underpins all of our work – we advocate for a greater focus on preventing abuse before it happens, not just within the halls of parliament but through all aspects of our work from frontline practice to influencing national policy.

This role sits within the wider Advocacy and Communications Team which supports the promotion of all areas of our work across various channels: websites, social media, press and PR, marketing and digital advertising. Working with the wider team, we are striving to better showcase our advocacy work both internally and externally.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong track record of policy development, an understanding of the UK legislative process and a commitment to our mission to prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation.

For a more detailed job description, please request a job pack.

What you’ll get from us

We offer the following benefits:

• Hybrid working (with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week; we ask for 3 days in the office per week for the first month)
• NEST pension
• 33 days’ annual leave rising to 38 days (inclusive of statutory bank holidays following qualifying period)
• Up to 5 days’ learning and development per year
• Flu jabs & eye tests
• Season ticket loans
• Charity discounts
• Employee assistance programme
• Option of private healthcare with Benenden

How to apply

We really welcome informal conversations with prospective candidates about the role and the charity in advance of the deadline.

To apply, please download the job pack and return your completed documents by Monday 24th November. Stage 1 interviews are scheduled to take place on Wednesday 3rd December and stage 2 interviews are scheduled to take place on Wednesday 10th December for shortlisted candidates.

If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of the closing date you have been unsuccessful with your application. Please note the successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check for this position.

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Part-time, permanent (20 hours per week, with the possibility of overtime)

Swarthmoor Hall, Ulverston, Cumbria

Swarthmoor Hall in Ulverston is a place of international significance as the birth of the Quaker movement in 1652.  It now comprises the historic Hall as a visitor attraction with gardens, a busy café and shop, on site holiday accommodation and facilities for the local community.  Swarthmoor Hall has lots to offer local visitors and tourists and it is a great place to work with an excellent team. 

We have plans to develop the attraction further in 2026, and this along with increasing visitor numbers means we need some new staff. The site is currently open on Wednesday to Friday as well as on some weekend and bank holidays; in 2026 this will move to being open on Wednesday to Saturday.

We are looking for a new Hospitality/Commercial Supervisor covering the cafe and shop. The duties and the hours are outlined below, but there is flexibility for the right person.

You’ll be a motivated and flexible person, confident in running all aspects of a small café and/or retail site.  You will be confident, friendly and a strong team player, able to work alone and with others and able to supervise some staff and volunteers.

We have a generous staff package including annual cost of living salary reviews, an exceptional pension scheme, substantial holiday entitlement and health and well-being resources.

Interested? Visit our website to learn about the history of Swarthmoor Hall, what we do now, and the values of the Quakers, which are a core part of our identity.

Visit us - we’re a short walk from Ulverston station with plenty of parking on site for cars or bicycles.

For details on how to apply, please visit our website. 

Closing date: 8.00am on Thursday 20 November 2025.

Interviews: Thursday 27 November 2025.

Quakers are committed to equality and welcome applicants from all identities and backgrounds. Selection is based solely on skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. Sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnicity, nationality, disability, marital status, or class will not be a barrier to employment. We aim for an equitable, user-friendly application process, and reasonable adjustments can be made if needed. Quiet Company is a Quaker organisation, and we expect all applicants and employees to uphold our values.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and all candidates will undergo pre-employment checks in line with our Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time role where your organisational skills can make a real difference in healthcare? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Improvement Administrative Assistant to join our supportive Quality Standards for Imaging team which is a collaboration between the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and College of Radiographers (CoR).

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll play a key part in supporting imaging services across the UK as they work towards the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI), a nationally recognised mark of excellence. From coordinating meetings and events to managing communications and supporting financial processes, your work will help ensure services deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting imaging services on their QSI journey with accurate record-keeping and communications.
• Coordinating meetings and webinars, including preparing agendas, minutes, and logistics.
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of our annual QSI conference and monthly events.
• Managing financial tracking and administrative tasks with precision.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to keep everything running smoothly.

About You:

• Proven administrative experience, ideally in a team-based environment, with a professional and responsive approach to internal and external contacts.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new systems and tools as needed.
• A proactive and flexible mindset, ready to take initiative and support a variety of projects and events.
• A commitment to quality and service, aligned with our values of continuous improvement and delivering excellent support to healthcare services.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to improving healthcare quality. We offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change in imaging services across the UK.

How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you, please download the candidate pack or visit our website to find out more along with instructions on how to apply. The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 16 November 2025.

Starting Salary: £54,269 - £59,422 (including LW)  

Contract: Permanent  

Location: Romero House, London - Hybrid working with a minimum of 40% of your time in the London head Office

Job Profile

CAFOD has an ambition to be digital first in our marketing and communications, to stay ahead of emerging trends and make the most of what digital technology can offer to strengthen our relationships with our supporters and in our ways of working across the organisation. Digital technology has already transformed our communications and will continue to do so. This senior communications and marketing role will be responsible for steering the ongoing digital transformation of CAFODs work, primarily in the supporter programme and also across the wider organisation.

This role encompasses overall responsibility for the brand, digital marketing, messaging, proactive and reactive media relations, with a core focus on digital transformation across all platforms. This post will play a key role in guiding our digital shop fronts and marketing efforts, evolving supporter journeys, steering our email programme and leading on the digital infrastructure to enable delivery of our supporter programme. It will ensure that digital engagement and conversion is embedded and an integral part of our communications planning. 

This role will drive innovation and data-informed insight across the full spectrum of communications and wider organisation functions. It will embed a digital-first approach across teams and guide and accompany the wider organisation on harnessing opportunities of new technologies, making digital engagement integral to communications planning. 

This role will drive brand awareness, brand advocacy and action across our programmes to ensure CAFOD is top of mind amongst the Catholic Community of England and Wales, helping to grow support from our constituency. You will bring proven senior-level experience in digital communications and marketing, ideally within the charity sector. With a strong understanding of communications at a senior level with expert knowledge of digital channels, audience engagement, and online conversion, you also have a strategic grasp of how digital integrates into broader communications and supporter strategies. Your leadership style is collaborative and visionary, and you have the gravitas and expertise to set the digital marketing direction for a large organisation, while bringing all teams along with your vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development, direction setting and delivery of an ambitious, insight-led digital-first communications strategy that enhances supporter journeys, increases engagement and drives measurable growth in support of our supporter programme, especially our parishioner-first fundraising strategy. 

• Act as CAFODs senior expert on communications, advising the Executive team, across departments and influencing strategic decision-making, including on digital direction and development, at the highest level. 

• Lead complex cross-organisational projects that improve our digital supporter experience, from acquisition to long-term engagement and conversion, ensuring timeliness and consistency with supporter programme priorities, especially the parishioner-first fundraising strategy and approach. 

• Provide leadership and overall oversight of external communications and messaging, including brand consistency and press/media engagement, ensuring consistency between our fundraising efforts, our campaigning work and profiling our international work to supporters and key stakeholders.

• Lead and oversee the digital teams - email marketing programme, social media engagement, digital developments, campaigns and the website, to ensure user experience is optimised and platforms support our supporter programme and broader organisational strategic objectives and ambitions. 

• Lead the media team to explore and encourage new approaches including how we further maximise the digital media landscape.

• Line manage senior specialists across digital marketing, website, and media and PR, ensuring high performance and professional growth. 

• Work closely with IT, data and external agencies to ensure agile, secure and effective digital delivery across platforms. 

• Represent the organisation externally where appropriate, with a focus on digital thought leadership. 
• Develop and manage the communications budget effectively, aligning resources to priority areas and demonstrating clear impact. Agree and ensure accountability for objectives and KPIs as part of the wider supporter strategy, fostering a culture of ongoing learning, adaptation and improvement.  

Safeguarding 

All CAFOD staff share responsibility to promote and maintain a strong safeguarding culture, including identifying the key actions they should take given their role and responsibilities.

Person Specification 

• Extensive experience in a senior digital communications and marketing leadership role, with demonstrable success in developing and delivering integrated and audience-led multi-channel communications and marketing strategies. 
• Strong experience of overseeing development of supporter journeys and objectives, website development, CRM integration and email engagement and conversion. 
• Passionate about digital innovation and technologies, with deep knowledge of platforms, formats, and trends. 
• Committed to insight-led and data-driven approaches with skills to use digital tools, platforms and analytics to shape decisions and measure impact. 
• Excellent leadership, inter-personal and team management skills, with the ability to develop and motivate multi-disciplinary teams. 
• Strong cross-functional project management ability, with experience leading organisational change in digital capability. 
• Understanding of broader communications and marketing disciplines, with the ability to ensure alignment and brand consistency and also oversee media and PR work, including reputational risk and crisis communications. 
• Understanding of the Catholic church in England and Wales and knowledge of Catholic Social Teaching. 
• A track record of strong written and spoken communication skills. 
• Highly organised, able to manage a busy workload and consistently meet deadlines. 

Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults 

CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect.  CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse.  CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount.  Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures. 

Are you a visionary digital leader with a passion for using insight and innovation to drive change? Join Shelter as our Assistant Director of Digital & Audience Engagement, where you’ll shape our digital strategy, and deliver real impact in support of Shelter’s mission to end homelessness and the housing emergency.

About the role 

We are seeking a visionary and strategic Assistant Director of Digital & Audience Engagement to lead on Shelter’s digital strategic direction and digital delivery, strengthen our audience engagement and embed learning and insight-driven decision-making across Shelter.

This is a key leadership role responsible for leading and delivering our digital purpose – ensuring that digital channels, platforms and content deliver measurable impact, align with Shelter’s organisational strategy, and meet the needs of diverse audiences and internal stakeholders.

Role specifics 

You will lead the development and delivery of Shelter’s Digital, Content, CRM, Audience Insight and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning functions, building capability, flexibility and high performance through strong, adaptable leadership. A transformative and experienced digital leader, you’ll bring proven expertise in agile, lean and product management methodologies, with a track record of delivering high-performing digital services and driving culture change across complex organisations. You’ll champion a digital-first mindset, enhancing digital maturity and collaboration while ensuring our strategies and services are rooted in evidence, insight and performance data. With deep knowledge of digital technologies and the wider digital landscape, you’ll identify opportunities to maximise Shelter’s impact and lead integrated, audience-centred strategies that grow reach, engagement and support. Skilled in stakeholder management, commercial acumen and persuasive communication, you’ll inspire cross-organisational collaboration and influence change. You’ll also foster a culture of inclusion, accountability and learning, combining strategic vision with a pragmatic, can-do approach to delivery.

Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

About the team 

The Campaigns, Policy and Communications (CPC) directorate at Shelter researches and understands the full range of Shelter’s audiences, creates the content, products and strategies needed to engage and support them, and campaigns for the systemic change needed to end the homelessness and the housing emergency.

Digital and Audience Engagement is the window in and out of the organisation, through which we understand and engage the full array of audiences with an interest in Shelter.  The team gathers and interprets learning and insights on our work and our audiences, to inform Shelter’s communications, campaigns and service delivery. The team is also the curator of the most commonly accessed means by which supporters, campaigners, advice-seekers, service-users, professionals and others seek to understand and engage with Shelter

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

Safeguarding statement 

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

A Finance Officer is required within our vital and growing community organisation to; manage financial systems, create and report on finance to the trustee board and stakeholders of the Loughborough Community Centre.

What you would do:

Oversight and day to day management of the organisational financial systems, including:

• Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
• Company payroll, tax and financial auditing.
• Keeping well-organised files and records of business financial activity.
• Archive of reports, receipts, and other financial evidence.
• Keeping financial databases up to date.
• Interacting with customers either on the phone or in person.
• Following up on business financial communications, billing, and ordering.
• Communicating with funders, suppliers and vendors.
• Company Invoicing.
• Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
• Collecting and inputting company data within the financial systems.
• Learning about the company's mission and available products/services.
• Assist with financial technical support.
• Acting as a personal assistant to the Director and/or board of LCC for financial matters.
• Giving feedback on finance efficiency and suggesting possible improvements.

Communications Officer

Are you looking for a role that will help to change the future of Brain Tumour Research in the UK? If you’re excited to take on such a key position, then Communication Officer is the role for you. At Brain Tumour Research, we are looking for a Communications Officer to join our Marketing and Communications team, as well as giving assistance to our fundraising team, as they drive to meet remarkable income targets. We would like to hear from anyone with experience working in communications and a passion to make a difference for brain tumour patients and their loved ones.

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​About the Role​

This is an amazing chance for an individual to become a pivotal figure in one of the most advanced and exciting fundraising charities in the UK. Through this role, you will develop your skills and knowledge as Communications Officer, gaining experience of working with a contact management system. Your day will involve creating captivating content for our website and newsletters for our different audiences as well as working with teams across the whole charity to help them reach their ambitious targets.​

About You​

If you would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Communications professional looking to further their career, whilst making a difference at one of the most innovative and ambitious medical research funding charities in the UK as a Communications Officer.​

Do you have:​

• Demonstrable excellence in copywriting and editorial skills​

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, media communications or a related field, or similar professional level of experience of at least two years ​

• Understands importance of brand and producing powerful and engaging content that delights and inspires our loyal supporters​

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About Brain Tumour Research​

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.​

We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.​

We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

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We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Development Officer and the Director of Development (EA to CDO and DoD) will provide proactive senior-level support within a busy office and theatre environment.

The EA to CDO and DoD will support the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and the Director of Development (DoD) in delivering their roles efficiently and effectively, focusing on comprehensive inbox and diary management to ensure strategic prioritisation of commitments. They will source and / or draft briefings as needed for donor meetings and events and ensure prompt and sensitive follow-up is carried out.

As an engaged and diplomatic communicator, they would act as first point of contact for all matters relating to the CDO and DoD, working in partnership with colleagues in the Development team, and more widely across the organisation. They will understand the nuances of the external relationships the CDO and DoD hold to enable co-ordination of supporter correspondence on the CDO and DoD’s behalf, ensuring that conversations progress sensitively and at pace.

The role also manages the co-ordination and communication with the Development Board and other fundraising committees.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Significant experience in an assistant role, including complex diary and inbox management.
• A positive disposition, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal confidently with a wide range of internal and external contacts.
• Skilled multi-tasker - both independently and within a team - with ability to adjust to varied deadlines and work quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.
• Substantial experience in a dynamic, busy environment, preferably in the fundraising sector.
• Excellent written communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 24th November 2025 at 12 noon

JOB TITLE: Director, Herts Welcomes Refugees

Salary: £40-45,000

Full time, remote, with regular travel across Hertfordshire required with potential for flexible hours

Responsible to: The Trustees through the Chair

Responsible for: The staff team Functional links with: The Trustees, the Management Committee, other relevant partner organisations within Hertfordshire and with refugee, asylum seeker and migrant organisations nationally.

Herts Welcomes Refugees is the leading charity in Hertfordshire providing welcome and practical support for refugees and asylum seekers.

With a new NLCB grant we need to develop in a way that is structured and sustainable, and that’s where you come in! Working closely with the Trustees, you’ll ensure that our passionate volunteers and staff team are enabled to deliver effectively for the refugee and asylum seeker communities we serve in Herts. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the organisation’s future. You’ll help us to support volunteers and staff and make sure that day-to-day services are responsive and align fully with our mission, vision and values. Ultimately, you will help build the strong foundations and infrastructure enabling HWR to grow sustainably, deliver high-quality services, and deepen its impact for the communities we support.

Why work with us?

• Be part of a small, passionate, and values-driven team making very tangible differences for refugees and asylum seekers

• Help shape the future of the organisation at a pivotal stage of its development

• Take on a broad and varied leadership role

• Receive support for professional development and training

• Enjoy a remote and flexible working environment.

Introduction

Herts Welcomes Refugees is at a transitional stage of its development, moving from a charity 
managed entirely by volunteers to one in which a small team of paid staff at its core facilitate and 
support the trustees to guide the work of the 170 or so volunteers. The staff team currently 
comprises a Volunteer Coordinator an IT Support Assistant and soon we will also be recruiting an 
Administrative Assistant. The Director will also work collaboratively with the (volunteer) 
Management Committee, the volunteer teams delivering services across the county and those 
volunteers providing support in key areas such as evaluation media and safeguarding.

Having come through a period of rapid development in the last four years, we now need to 
consolidate our knowledge and experience and further professionalise how we operate to ensure 
the sustainability and further development of the charity. Whilst committed to remaining a 
volunteer led charity, we need an energetic and experienced Director to support the trustees in
achieving our objectives and take the charity into the next phase of its development.

This brand-new senior role, which is being created as part of a new three-year funding programme by the
National Lottery Community Fund, is key to the next stage of our development. The postholder 
will need to be flexible in working with the Trustees, existing staff team and volunteers to help 
steer the charity through this transition. 

Main purposes of the job: 
1. To work with the trustees and volunteers in developing, supporting and facilitating the work of 
the charity and its volunteers to increase the efficiency, effectiveness, quality and consistency of 
the services provided to refugees and asylum seekers.
2. To be responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of HWR in line with the 
organisation’s policies and in compliance with all applicable law and regulation and to manage the 
staff team to increase the efficiency of the administration of the charity.
3. To support the trustees in achieving HWR’s vision, mission and charitable objects and strategic 
objectives and ensure the sustainability of the charity
 

Major duties and responsibilities:
1. Working with trustees, staff and volunteers
1.1 To manage the staff team to ensure that individual volunteers and area teams are supported 
and enabled to offer effective services across the county. This will involve regular travel across Hertfordshire.
1.2 To work with the management group to ensure its effective organisation.
1.3 To ensure that HWR's values, vision, mission are promoted and practised throughout the 
organisation. 
1.4 To establish and maintain an effective system for the recruitment, management, training, 
support and development of volunteers and staff.
1.6 To support the organisation to ensure the inclusion and voice of service users throughout the 
organisation.
1.7 To ensure that structures and systems are in place to comply with law and regulation and to 
implement the charity’s policies.
1.8 To report to the trustees on the progress of the organisation and on other matters relevant to 
the discharge of the trustees’ responsibilities. 
1.9 To formulate proposals for submission to, and approval by, the trustees. 
1.10 Working with the trustees, to ensure that the organisation discharges its constitutional and 
legal obligations and that the necessary resources are provided and proper standards maintained
for the protection of people and the organisation's assets.

2. Fundraising, Financial and Risk 
2.1 To support the trustees in relation to HWR’s income generation activities in line with the 
organisation's priorities.
2.2 Together with the trustees to consider development of other income streams, including 
corporate fundraising and legacies.
2.3 To work with the Treasurer to help develop and monitor the budget. 
2.4 To oversee HWR’s outsourced payroll administration 
2.5 To support the trustees with identifying and managing risk.

3. Knowledge and Information Management
3.1 To develop and implement robust mechanisms for the monitoring, reporting and evaluation of 
HWR’s work, and the impact and outcomes of its services.
3.2 To work with trustees and staff and volunteers to ensure the efficient operation of the charity 
through the development of IT infrastructure, and efficient and effective delivery of services and 
back-office administration. 
3.3 To work with trustees and staff and volunteers to ensure compliance with all regulation and 
good practice in relation to data confidentiality, security, safeguarding and GDPR.

4. General Tasks
4.1 Share with other staff responsibility for providing office cover, including answering the 
telephone and website enquiries, keeping records and statistics and self-servicing your own 
administration. 
4.2 Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as may reasonably be required by the trustees, 
commensurate with the objectives and level of responsibilities held by the post. 

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION 
Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Abilities

Strategic Thinking and Service Delivery
• Knowledge and experience of the UK voluntary sector, preferably including the refugee and 
asylum sector and issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers
• Understanding and experience of working effectively with a range of partners to deliver 
services and effect positive change
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to respond proactively and creatively
to changes in the external and internal environments
• Knowledge and experience of an organisation(s) providing individual services and advocacy 
for vulnerable people in community-based services
• Understanding and experience of volunteer management
• Experience of using user-feedback and effective data monitoring and reporting to improve 
services
• Experience of producing and contributing to strategic/business plans

Management, Leadership and Governance
• Experience and ability as an effective manager and team builder
• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise the workloads of the staff and volunteer teams
• Ability to motivate staff and volunteers working in a fast-changing environment 
• Ability to communicate our vision, mission, objectives and services for a wide range of 
audiences 
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural/diverse environment 
• Knowledge of HR best practice and HR policy development
• Commitment to and understanding of the principles and benefits of Equality, Diversity and 
Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace
• Understanding and knowledge of best practice in relation to Safeguarding and Health and 
Safety
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a collaborative team

Communications
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written 
• Experience of communicating, networking and working collaboratively with a wide range of 
audiences and stakeholders to promote an organisation in its best light
• Computer literate with IT skills, experience of using standard office software, and 
familiarity with popular social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
• Experience of overseeing the production of occasional printed materials

Financial Management and Income Generation
• Understanding financial control within an organisation;
• Experience of leading or contributing to successful fundraising. 

Personal qualities 
• Commitment to the rights and protection of refugees and asylum seekers 
• Commitment to a participative management style
• Ability to work some evenings and occasional weekends 
• The ability to travel efficiently and economically to all parts of Herts. Since Herts is a large
county, this is highly likely to mean the ability to drive and access to a vehicle. (Expenses 
will be fully reimbursed subject to agreeing an appropriate home base for calculations).
• Commitment to the rights and protection of refugees and asylum seekers
• Appropriate degree of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
• Emotional resilience and ability to deal with stressful or difficult situations

When you apply for this position, please download and complete our application form.

About Us

Rowans Hospice Charity provides free care and support to adults and their families living in the Portsmouth and South East Hampshire region who have a life-limiting illness. Established in 1994, our income is generated by ongoing support of the local community, donations, legacies, fundraising and through our retail shops.

Many people think that hospices are all about dying, but through our many different services, we support people to live as well as they can with their illness. From the moment of diagnosis through to bereavement support. Our Living Well Services put an emphasis on living with a life-limiting illness and patients and carers can drop in and gain advice and support to maintain individuals’ resilience.

The Hospice is also supported by an assembly of volunteers, from various backgrounds and ages who are crucial in supporting the teams to ensure people live well to the end of their life and attain a good death within a caring and compassionate environment.

The Role

To provide high-level, proactive, and confidential administrative and executive support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees. This role ensures the efficient coordination of meetings, communications and strategic initiatives by managing schedules, preparing documentation and facilitating effective information flow. The EA acts as a key point of contact between internal and external stakeholders, supporting the governance and operational effectiveness of the Charity at the highest levels.

You will be the lead administrator for governance, ensuring all statutory and regulatory obligations are met, whilst also supporting the effective running of executive meetings, day-to-day leadership functions and education placements.

Key Responsibilities include (but not limited to – see Job Description for further information)

• Provide PA support to the Chair, Deputy CEO, Company Secretary and SLT, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting coordination
• Provide efficient and professional support to the Board of Trustees and delegated committees, including scheduling, producing annual meeting calendars, preparing agendas, circulating papers, taking accurate minutes and following up on actions
• Provide administrative and logistical support for Doctors and Nursing Student placements
• Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for executive administration

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role ideally in a charity
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Professional and confident interpersonal manner
• Ability to draft high-quality correspondence and reports
• Experience in formal minute-taking and senior board level

What we Offer

In addition to working for a meaningful cause, we provide:

✔️ Company pension (NHS pension retained if transferring from NHS)

✔️Continuous service recognised service if transferring from NHS

✔️ Health & wellbeing programme

✔️ Employee Assistance Programme

✔️ DSE equipment & uniforms provided

✔️ Generous holiday allowance

✔️ Career development opportunities

✔️ Blue Light Card membership

Join Our Team

Apply today and be part of a dedicated team providing vital hospice care to the community

Rowans Hospice is committed to equal opportunities and inclusion in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds

For further information please review the Job Description and to apply for the role please use our online application form or upload a CV along with a cover letter, clearly outlining your motivation for applying and how you fulfil the requirements in the job description.

Interviews will take place week commencing 10 November 2025.

Rowans Hospice is committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of all children and vulnerable adults needing our care and support. Subsequently, our recruitment process is thorough, ensuring a consistent and detailed approach to gather information from and about candidates so that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.

Apply now and make a difference!

We are looking for a proactive, flexible team player to join our small team to make a big difference in the not-for-profit sector. If you have a passion for managing and improving day to day operational activities, as well as supporting some internal and external communications, enabling our team to focus on what they’re good at - challenging the arms trade and grand corruption - then we’d love to hear from you.

Company Overview

Shadow World Investigations is a not-for-profit organisation that investigates state capture, corporate wrongdoing and militarism, with a focus on the global arms trade. Our groundbreaking investigations highlight the blurred lines between business and state, and demonstrate how these sites of power operate above the law and in sole pursuit of furthering their own interests. We focus on building capacity and strengthening movements, and advocating for real, systemic change. Ultimately we aim to inform and empower the public to apply the necessary pressure needed to democratise and transform our political and economic systems.

THE JOB:

Key Responsibilities

• Handling day to day administrative tasks for our busy Executive Director including scheduling, diary management, travel, fielding and responding to enquiries, meeting minutes and follow up;

• External Partner Communications such as follow up with media partners, contributors or expert reviewers and more;

• Supporting Internal Communications and Ways of Working;

• Working with Director of Projects & Planning to ensure the smooth running of the office including IT, HR, Governance etc;

• Assisting with fundraising admin such as tracking deliverables, reporting requirements and deadlines.

• You may, from time to time, be asked by colleagues to take on different or additional duties that you can reasonably perform in line with your skills and experience.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a role that demonstrates the required skills

• Strong organisational and administrative skills 

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Good interpersonal skills and a team-player

• Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to take on varied tasks

• Professional, reliable, and solutions focused

• Comfortable working under pressure with multiple managers

• Ability to meet deadlines, monitor workflow and prioritise tasks

• Demonstrates initiative while respecting the boundaries of the role

• Discretion - the ability to work in confidence on sensitive matters 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, Wordpress (desirable) and social media platforms

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

We don’t require you to be an expert on the arms trade or state capture to succeed in this role. We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate strong organisational, interpersonal skills and an interest in the practical running of a small but dedicated organisation. With this in mind, our ideal candidate for this role would also be committed to justice, and would share our perspective that the barriers we face in the pursuit of justice have systemic roots, and that to tackle them we need to democratise and transform our political and economic systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits including cycle-to-work scheme, 30 days annual leave and office closure between Christmas and New Year

• Opportunities for development including mentorship and training

• Supportive and inclusive work environment

• Hybrid position with flexible working hours, being in central London office expected 2 days a week. Occasional evenings, weekends and travel with generous time off in lieu offered

Are you a professional working in fundraising operations looking for your next challenge?

We are looking for someone to join the St Mungo’s Fundraising and Communications team as Assistant Head for Fundraising Operations for a 12 month fixed term contract until 30/11/2026, where you can play a vital role in supporting our mission to help people rebuild their lives and end homelessness for good.

In the Assistant Head for Fundraising Operations role you will oversee our core fundraising support functions; working closely with colleagues across the directorate to ensure the smooth running of systems and processes that underpin fundraising activities, helping to maximise income and supporter satisfaction.

This is an exciting time to join our team as we look to build our fundraising activity for long term growth. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the fundraising operations team in managing fundraising data, income processing, compliance, and supporter care.
• Act as the lead for fundraising compliance, providing sign off and advice for fundraising activity
• Identify and implement new technical solutions to support data processing and wider fundraising initiatives.
• Provide line management and leadership across your department, and support the development of a high performing team.

In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations. 

About you

We are looking for someone who is proactive and motivated, driven to improve operational practices and processes. We encourage you to apply if you bring the below:

• You work well with others at all levels of an organisation, including providing supportive line management and advising colleagues as a subject matter expert.
• You can bring experience of delivering improved processes and ways of working within a fundraising team.
• You have practical experience of applying regulations and processes in a way that supports the delivery of impactful fundraising.
• You have a genuine interest and commitment to tackling homelessness and ending rough sleeping.

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 17 November 2025

Interview and assessments on: 26- 27 November 2025

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Finance, FJ and Operations Director

Lead the transformation of finance 

IRO £61,000 | Remote-first | Full-time | Reports to Co-CEO

Charity Finance Group (CFG) is seeking a visionary Finance, FJ and Operations Director to drive innovation, collaboration and excellence across our organisation and the wider charity sector. This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation and a movement that's reshaping how finance empowers social impact.

About the role

As Finance, FJ and Operations Director, you’ll work closely with our two Co-CEOs to deliver CFG’s mission: championing financial sustainability for charities. You’ll lead the strategic and operational delivery of our Finance Journey framework—a bold, sector-defining initiative that transforms finance professionals from technicians into strategic leaders.

This role blends internal leadership with external influence. You’ll oversee key functions including finance and governance, HR, digital/IT and business development,—ensuring CFG’s internal systems and external offerings are aligned with our strategy, values, and member needs.

Your Impact

• Shape and deliver CFG’s Finance Journey strategy across the organisation

• Lead cross-functional teams to elevate performance and maturity

• Represent CFG to media, government, partners, and sector bodies

• Inspire a mindset shift across the finance community—from operational to transformational

• Support income generation through strategic partnerships and product development

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Champion a culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement

• Contribute to CFG’s strategic planning and organisational development

• Provide strategic leadership across the organisation and support the board

Operational Oversight

• Lead finance, governance, HR, digital/IT, and business development teams

• Deliver robust financial analysis, reporting, and resource planning

• Ensure CFG’s finance function meets evolving business needs

Finance Journey Integration

• Embed the Finance Journey ethos across CFG’s products, services, and internal practices

• Collaborate with communications, learning, and membership teams

• Shape new offerings—training, events, assessments, leadership programmes

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build relationships with sector experts, partners, and members

• Represent CFG in forums, steering groups, and collaborative initiatives

• Share your expertise and catalyse sector-wide transformation

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with Co-CEOs and the Director for Engagement

• Champion joined-up leadership, planning, and performance monitoring

• Foster a culture of inclusion, learning, and innovation

Location & Flexibility

• Remote-first: work from home or a suitable location near you

• Quarterly staff away days and ad hoc in-person events (travel costs covered)

Relationships

• Reports to Co-CEO 

• Member of the Leadership Team

• Manages business development, HR, and digital teams

About CFG

Our vision is a world where financial excellence empowers every charitable and social purpose organisation to drive positive impact. The Finance Journey is our flagship framework—designed to help finance professionals evolve from technicians to strategic leaders.

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Ready to lead a movement that’s changing the face of charity finance?

Apply now and be the catalyst for sector-wide transformation.

How to Apply 

If you would like to be considered for this position, please take a look at our recruitment pack on the next page, and apply with your CV. We have a series of questions for you to answer succinctly, but we do not require a covering letter. The deadline for applications is Midday on Monday 10 November, and shortlisting will take place in the following week, with interviews to follow shortly after. 

Please email us with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor licence therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

Benefits of working at CFG 

• 25 days' annual leave per year in addition to bank holidays, increasing to 28 days after three years of continuous service (pro-rata if part-time). 
• An extra three days' leave for the office Christmas closure. 
• Wellbeing closures where the whole organisation takes a break.
• Time off for personal health appointments. 
• Hybrid and remote flexible working options. 
• Four paid volunteering days every year. 
• Health cash plan via HSF.
• Enhanced sick pay, as well as enhanced parental and adoption leave policies.
• Continuing personal development - learning and development opportunities both individually and organisation wide, such as a mentor/coach, training courses and conferences. 
• Auto enrolment to the Personal Pension Plan where CFG will contribute twice your contribution to the scheme up to 10%. 
• Access to interest-free employee loans or salary advances. 

CFG promotes remote-first working, although we do have office space at our registered address in Bermondsey, Southwark, SE London for those team members who prefer an office setting. We expect all of our team members to attend all staff, directorate, or team anchor days on a regular basis in London. All-staff anchor days are currently quarterly, and directorate and smaller team anchor days are organised on an ad hoc basis. If you have any questions about this we'd be happy to chat about our in-person expectations with you. 

Please note that attending our flagship events will be required for this role, as well as work outside core hours occasionally as part of our events programme.  

This is an exciting brand-new position within our growing Public Fundraising team supporting on our Individual Giving, Community Fundraising and Sports & Challenges programme. NB. We do not expect you to have experience in all three areas (Individual Giving, Community Fundraising and Sports & Challenges).

This role will contribute to the delivery of our Public Fundraising activity, helping to maximise income and create a great supporter experience for both new and existing supporters.

You’ll project manage fundraising activities and supporter journeys from start to finish, delivering them on time and in line with annual plans and budget. You will analyse and evaluate activity so that we can inform future plans and support the annual planning of the team’s activity.

You’ll have strong relationship-building skills and the ability to communicate effectively with our supporters across a range of channels, including mail, e-mail, telephone and face-to-face. You will also be able to work collaboratively with the Communications, Corporate, and Digital Engagement teams on a variety of projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to progress in their fundraising career or wanting to bring their experience and transferable skills into the charity sector.

Please apply directly via CharityJob including an up-to-date CV and a personalised cover letter (of no more than two A4 pages) detailing your suitability for the role as per the job description and person specification.