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Buglife
Director of Transformation
Location: Flexible within the UK
Salary: c£78,000
Contract: 2-year fixed term
Are you a bold, strategic leader ready to drive transformational change for one of the UK’s most impactful conservation charities?
Buglife is the only organisation in Europe dedicated to the conservation of all invertebrates. As they enter a pivotal phase of growth and innovation, Buglife is seeking a Director of Transformation to co-lead their organisation into a new era of impact, influence, and operational excellence.
About the Role
In a dual-leadership model alongside the Director of Conservation, you will define and deliver a Transformational Change Programme that amplifies Buglife’s mission: securing a thriving future for invertebrates as part of nature’s recovery.
You’ll lead strategic initiatives across systems, people, and processes, shaping a roadmap for sustainable growth and innovation. From organisational design to digital transformation, you’ll be the catalyst for change — building capability, cohesion, and resilience across Buglife.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead discovery and strategic direction, assessing internal operations and external opportunities.
- Develop and deliver a transformation roadmap with measurable impact.
- Inspire and manage cross-functional teams including Finance, HR, Communications, Fundraising and Engagement.
- Champion inclusive leadership, emotional intelligence, and organisational cohesion.
- Shape Buglife’s global growth strategy and explore new funding models.
- Overhaul systems and processes to create a more agile, integrated organisation.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven expertise in transformational leadership, business model innovation, and strategic planning.
- Experience engaging Boards and senior stakeholders with clarity and influence.
- Deep understanding of change management methodologies and programme delivery.
- Commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.
Desirable: Experience in conservation, environmental or science-led sectors; familiarity with digital transformation and international experience or perspective on scaling impact globally.
Why Buglife?
Buglife is a passionate, science-led charity making a real difference for biodiversity. You’ll be joining at a time of exciting change, with the opportunity to shape the organisation’s future and scale its impact globally. Buglife offers a collaborative culture, flexible working, and a chance to lead with purpose.
Ready to lead transformational change for nature’s smallest heroes?
Apply now and help Buglife build a future where invertebrates thrive.
We are partnering with GatenbySanderson on this recruitment. For more information and how to apply, please click on the button below.
Closing date: 28 November 2025
GatenbySanderson Interviews: 8 – 12 December 2025
Buglife Interviews: 6 – 15 January 2026
Buglife is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups in the environmental sector, including people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Saving the small things that run the planet
We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead one of London’s most vital community organisations into its next chapter. Based in North Kensington, the Dalgarno Trust is a lifeline for many of its 6000+ local residents living in one of the most underserved and diverse areas within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. As the only community centre in the neighbourhood, it tackles long standing community needs, from health inequalities to digital exclusion, vibrant youth programmes, a busy weekly foodbank, and inclusive wellbeing initiatives. The CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this anchor institution, driving strategic growth while remaining deeply connected to the needs and lived experiences of the community.
This is an opportunity to lead a charity where you not only have direct visibility of the impact, you will also have multiple opportunities to be involved with making a real change to the lives of others. The CEO will be responsible for steering the organisation’s strategic direction, building sustainable income streams, and strengthening partnerships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. With oversight of a dynamic workforce, including full-time, part-time, sessional staff, and volunteers, the CEO will ensure high quality service delivery, encourage innovation, and foster a resilient, inclusive culture. As the public face of the Dalgarno Trust, they will represent the charity in borough-wide forums, advocate for policy change, and amplify the voices of all its beneficiaries.
Dalgarno Trust is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and developing a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We actively encourage individuals who have a passion for equity and a strong ability to oversee and manage the multiple elements of a thriving and busy community centre where one day is never the same as the next.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Work with the Board of Trustees to set and deliver the charity’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
- Provide clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations to the Board, ensuring effective governance and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Position the charity as a recognised leader in tackling inequality and poverty in the borough, particularly the North Kensington area.
- Maintain financial oversight taking a strategic approach to managing Dalgarno Trust’s finances in a sustainable way – ensuring adequate reserves are maintained.
- Ensure effective short, medium, and long-term financial planning is in place throughout the different levels of the organisation. Provide effective scrutiny by working with Dalgarno Trust’s accountants and finance personnel.
Income Generation & Fundraising
- Lead a sustainable income generation strategy, including accessing trust and foundation fundraising, corporate sponsorships, statutory grants, and social enterprise opportunities.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders and donors to maximise opportunities for growth and diversification of income.
- Ensure effective financial management, monitoring, and reporting of a c.£750k annual budget.
Partnerships & Place-Leadership
- Develop and maintain partnerships with voluntary, public, and private sector organisations to aid joint delivery of services.
- Represent the Dalgarno Trust in local strategic forums, influencing public policy and service design to reflect community needs.
- Strengthen the charity’s role as an anchor organisation and hub for community activity and leadership.
Please see the job description attachment for further responsibilities. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the CEO about Dalgarno Trust and the role, please get in touch with Esma Dukali via email refer to JD PDF for contact details.
Applicants are invited to submit an up-to-date CV and a supporting letter (maximum 1500 words) explaining how they meet the requirements outlined in the Person Specification within the job description. Please note: only applications that follow these instructions exactly will be considered. Interviews are expected to be held on 27th November.
A safe and happy Community Centre for the people of North Kensington, London



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
42 London – Central London (hybrid)
At 42 London, we believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. As part of the global 42 Network, we are a free, peer-to-peer coding school open 24/7, preparing diverse learners for real-world tech careers. We are looking for a transformative fundraiser who views capital not as an end in itself, but as a means to unlock life-changing opportunities.
The role
You will convert our ambitious mission into sustained, major support—building a high-value portfolio across principal gifts, corporate partnerships, and strategic grants. You’ll open doors at the highest levels, craft compelling cases for support, and secure multi-year commitments that scale our impact.
You will:
- Lead a focused strategy for principal gifts, family offices, and major donors; build a pipeline of prospects and cultivate long-term relationships.
- Secure corporate partnerships and sponsorships (including naming and multi-year programmes) with FTSE-level and global brands.
- Orchestrate high-impact cultivation events in London and leverage the wider 42 Network to engage new supporters.
- Produce best-in-class proposals, stewardship, and impact reporting.
- Ensure full compliance with UK fundraising regulation, charity law, Gift Aid, and GDPR.
- Deliver against stretching income and multi-year commitment goals with clear, consistent reporting to leadership.
What you’ll bring
We are seeking an individual who combines proven fundraising expertise with a deep personal passion for educational opportunities.
- A strong record of closing significant gifts/partnerships and growing them into sustained, multi-year support.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders (C-suite, trustees, HNW/UHNW circles, family offices, and foundations).
- Outstanding written and verbal communication; credible and compelling with sophisticated audiences.
- Commercial acumen: confident with pipelines, forecasting, and board-level reporting.
- A collaborative, mission-driven mindset and the resilience to thrive in a small, ambitious team.
Why 42 London
- Shape and lead our high-value fundraising agenda at a pivotal moment for growth.
- Join a pioneering education model within a global movement.
- Competitive salary, hybrid working (1 day remote), and strong commitment to professional development.
How to apply
Please send us your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining:
- Why our mission matters to you; and
- How your fundraising has delivered significant, sustained impact.
42 London is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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GrantScape is a national grant-making charity that funds community, environmental, and educational projects across the UK. Our grants make a meaningful impact—transforming lives, strengthening communities, and improving local environments in the areas we serve.
The Senior Grant Officer will play a key role in assessing and administering grant applications, and in coordinating meetings with local voluntary Advisory Panels who help prioritise funding decisions.
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, capable of navigating complex situations and identifying practical solutions. You’ll bring strong project management skills to oversee a diverse portfolio of funded projects, and be confident working independently while thriving as part of a collaborative team.
We’re seeking someone with at least one year of experience in project management or grant-making (ideally two), and a solid understanding of the Third Sector. A full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use is essential. Mileage is reimbursed at 45p per mile, and a hire car will be provided for journeys over 120 miles.
The post will be a home-based role located in the Northwest of England, with easy access to the M6 corridor. Preferred locations include Lancaster, Preston or Warrington. The successful candidate must remain based in this region throughout their employment to ensure accessibility to meetings for location-specific funds.
Occasional overnight stays will be required, along with travel to our Head Office in Milton Keynes for team meetings up to three times per year.
A full job description and person specification are available below.
To apply, please email your CV along with a covering letter (maximum one side of A4) explaining how your experience aligns with the role requirements.
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: 12pm, Friday 31 October
- First Interviews (Virtual): 11 November
- Second Interviews (In Person in the Northwest – venue TBC): 26 November
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Job overview
The role will focus on growing the value of funding from large trusts and foundations globally, as well as from corporate foundations and institutional funders via consortium partnerships with larger conservation actors.
The role will oversee grant and contract management with existing organisational and institutional partnerships, as well as grow this portfolio through developing a robust pipeline of new opportunities, finding creative ways to secure visibility and first meetings, developing relationships, compelling funding applications and ensuring strong contract management oversight.
The role will lead a team of two, work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues based in the US and UK to secure visibility with and develop strong long-term partnerships with new Trusts and Foundations; and work closely with colleagues in Kenya to ensure strong project delivery and grant management. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the implementation of the Trusts & Foundations (T&Fs) programme with a particular focus on growing the portfolio of large T&Fs in the USA, UK and European markets;
- Work with fundraising colleagues across priority markets and with communications colleagues, using innovative and proactive approaches to business development and relationship building to unlock visibility opportunities and develop relationships with new prospects; in order to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value funding opportunities.
- Continue to oversee the current ‘programme funding’ portfolio which includes existing institutional funding partnerships and corporate foundation relationships in Kenya, ensuring that ongoing and new opportunities where they exist are capitalised on.
- Collaborate closely with and provide technical expertise to Ol Pejeta’s Project Implementation function in Kenya to develop and embed ‘programme funding’ systems, policies, processes, to ensure that the organisation works to the highest standards in grant management;
- Oversee collaboration and co-working with Ol Pejeta’s Programme teams and other colleagues to ensure high quality project design content is translated into technical proposals and budgets for donors;
- Work closely with Kenya’s implementation function to support strong project delivery and contract management.
- As a Head of, actively contribute to team and department objectives through decision making and action on planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
Key Activities
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer with overall strategy development, implementation and adaptation;
- Work closely with the Chief Fundraising Officer to ensure operational and budget planning, management and reporting of resources;
- Oversee the T&F team’s operational planning processes, annual reporting and core performance monitoring;
- Strategic coordination of multiple stakeholders in proposal development processes (programme experts, internal stakeholders, partners and donors);
- Build strong relationships across all departments of the organisation and with existing and new partners;
- Support the recruitment process/selection/appointment of fundraising staff across the department.
Strategic leadership delivery and management of Trusts and Foundations priority in the global fundraising strategy.
- Develop and implement tactics for T&Fs that support Ol Pejeta to meet its overall strategic objectives;
- Ensure that the relevant parts of the Fundraising strategy, planning and practice is adaptive to both internal and external changes and that the team adopts innovative approaches to its work;
- Effectively integrate T&F team objectives and outcomes into wider Ol Pejeta income targets and programme priorities.
Business development and management
- Proactively cultivate relationships with key prospects, donors and partners (with particular focus on US, UK and European markets);
- Network both internally and externally to ensure relevant stakeholder participation and intelligence gathering in various fora;
- Lead and coordinate proposal development, including budgeting, with programme teams and finance;
- Collaborate with Ol Pejeta’s communications and marketing department to ensure communication activities appeal to donor interests, promote our partnerships and help to position Ol Pejeta as a partner of choice;
- Research and share trends and intelligence on T&Fs, and develop relationships that strategically position the organisation to mobilise resources from new and existing donors.
Support effective grant & risk management and compliance
- Support the development and implementation of improved business policies to facilitate improved management of and accountability for T&F funding and other larger institutional partnerships;
- Provide quality assurance and technical backstopping on reporting and general compliance, in line with organisational and donor requirements;
- Guide the negotiation of strategic grants/contracts to ensure the organisation signs up to appropriate contractual requirements;
- Advise on the interpretation and application of donor rules, regulations, processes and procedures;
- Provide guidance and capacity building on grant cycle management to colleagues across the organisation.
People Management, Financial Management and Departmental contributions
- Provide inductions to staff across the organisation on T&Fs and institutional funding opportunity;
- Build, motivate and effectively collaborate with teams remotely;
- Conduct probationary reviews and annual performance management reviews for direct line management staff;
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer to have oversight of the team budget lines;
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in the global fundraising team based in different geographical locations
- Contribute to overall departmental processes and initiatives;
- Act within the parameters set by the organisation on financial policies and procedures.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Management
- Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration to strengthen fundraising and grant management skills across the organisation;
- Oversee the development and maintenance of information systems and tools for sharing donor policies and guidelines, funding opportunities and best practice across the organisation;
- Keep pace with international developments and engage with other INGOs to keep abreast of opportunities and global trends in T&F fundraising.
Education, Language & Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent in a relevant field preferably Fundraising / International Development;
- Excellent verbal and written communication with fluency in English;
- Language skills in Swahili and German advantageous.
Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Relevant experience working in an international NGO or philanthropy environment with diverse workforce;
- Experience in Trusts & Foundation fundraising across international markets;
- Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with trusts and foundation donors (or others) to secure six figure grants;
- Substantial experience cultivating and managing donor and stakeholder relationships;
- Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrable proactivity in business development;
- Strong technical proposal writing and budget skills;
- Strong ability to manage staff and influence team members remotely;
- Ability to manage and facilitate complex projects and processes;
- Experience working on the African continent with a deep knowledge of conservation and community development;
- Willingness to travel internationally as required;
- Willingness to be on call for donor enquiries out of hours.
Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Tendering and project management experience;
- Knowledge of conservation finance including the biodiversity credit market;
- Personal network of contacts and relationships in T&Fs;
- Experience in developing complex institutional funding bids;
- Understanding of developments in alternative finance for conservation;
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The post-holder will play a key role within the Initiatives and Partnerships team, working with regional teams to develop and implement proposals to expand use of historic churches in our existing estate and, on occasion, working with other heritage and community groups to deliver their own projects via consultancy or partnership work.
They will manage a programme of work that will include a number of site-specific projects and national initiatives across multiple sites, as well as from time to time working with third parties on partnership or consultancy projects.
The Commercial Initiatives Officer is responsible for the development and delivery of CCT’s commercial initiatives, including Champing and Filming, that involve multiple sites, as well as any future such schemes. The role will line manage the Customer Service and Admin Assistant, Champing who is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of Champing. The post-holder will also work closely with colleagues in conservation and regional teams to make sure that impacts on both areas are fully considered, whilst in tandem seeking to maximise opportunities to expand and increase commercial activity, income and ultimately profitability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £24,570.00 per annum pro-rated
Location: Bristol Clifton Shelter Shop
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 15 hours per week
Closing date: Sunday the 12th of October at 11:30pm
We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Bristol Clifton shop. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people.
You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales.
About the role
You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role.
You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.
About you
You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. You know how to recruit and develop a team of volunteers, and your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs
Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.
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.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
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.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Invaluable connections. Unmissable events. Millions raised changing lives.
Talent & Influencers Senior Manager
Salary: £56,000 - £60,000 plus
Reports to: Head of Talent & Influencers
Grade: M2
Directorate: ?Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week?
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Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Closing date: 5November 2025, 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier externally after 5 days if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible.
Recruitment process: 2 stage interviews
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
At Cancer Research UK, we're united by one purpose: to beat cancer. Every day, our passionate professionals push boundaries to make breakthroughs happen. But we know we must go further, faster - and that's where you come in.
We're looking for a dynamic individual with a flair for talent engagement and strategic relationship building. If you're ready to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
What will I be doing?
Campaign Delivery & Operations
Campaigns, Ambassadors & Royal Engagement
Lead the design and delivery of CRUK's Ambassador Programme, engaging high-profile supporters who champion our cause.
Support the planning and execution of royal engagements, ensuring discretion, sensitivity, and alignment with CRUK's mission.
Build and nurture relationships with ambassadors, royal households, senior stakeholders, and industry representatives.
Talent Engagement & Industry Networks
Represent CRUK externally across the talent and influencer landscape - from TV and film to fashion, music, business, and social media.
Identify and onboard new talent for campaigns, ensuring their involvement supports strategic goals.
Provide expert advice on reputational, political, and industry matters related to talent partnerships.
Strategic Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with the Senior Manager (Campaign Delivery) to align ambassador, royal, and campaign activities.
Offer strategic insights on emerging trends in talent, philanthropy, and patronage.
Play a key role in the Relationship Management leadership team, contributing to planning, prioritisation, and cross-organisational collaboration.
What are you looking for?
A well-connected professional with credibility across the talent and influencer sectors.
Proven experience managing ambassador or patron programmes in high-profile or charitable settings.
Familiarity with royal or high-level patron engagement, including protocol and reputational considerations.
Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders.
Strong communicator, adept at crafting compelling strategies, proposals, and briefings.
Strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with short-term opportunities.
Commercially aware, with a knack for spotting and maximising value.
Understanding of the charity sector and the unique dynamics of working with talent and high-profile supporters.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
Additional information
For more information about working with us please or contact us at .
For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .
For over 100 years, we have been the co-operative and trade union supported uniformed youth organisation, pledging to educate for social change and span the world with friends.
We are seeking someone to join our small but dedicated team, supporting the growth of our residential centres and leading our finance function. This role will work closely with our dynamic senior managers, focusing on financial planning, forecasting, and sustainable growth.
A background in charity or small business finance is essential, and experience in the holiday sector, youth hostels or residential centres would be highly desirable. This is an opportunity to help a children’s charity continue to change lives through co-operative education and international friendship.
Why join us?
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Be part of a historic moment as we mark 100 years of co-operative youth-led social action.
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Be within an organisation with a passionate, values-driven community.
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Work in a role that makes a difference to young people’s lives and futures.
Other benefits include: working from home allowance, flexible working, Employee Assistance scheme, all equipment provided, training budget available, Union recognition agreement, dedicated staff representatives, Up to 5% pension contribution, 28 days annual leave + Bank Holiday entitlement (pro rata), staffing policies which go beyond the statutory minimum.
Closing date: 9am Monday 3rd November 2025
Woodcraft Folk is committed to increasing and widening participation in all of its activities and proactively seeks to attract a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in leadership roles in the charity sector. Woodcraft Folk contributes to the annual Race Report and is a Disability Confident employer.
Invaluable connections. Unmissable events. Millions raised changing lives.
Talent & Influencers Senior Manager
Salary: £56,000 - £60,000 plus
Reports to: Head of Talent & Influencers
Grade: M2
Directorate: ?Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week?
Location: ?Location? .?Location continued?
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Closing date: 4 November 2025, 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier externally after 5 days if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible.
Recruitment process: 2 stage interviews
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
At Cancer Research UK, we're united by one purpose: to beat cancer. Every day, our passionate professionals push boundaries to make breakthroughs happen. But we know we must go further, faster - and that's where you come in.
We're looking for a dynamic individual with a flair for talent engagement and strategic relationship building. If you're ready to grow your skills and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
What will I be doing?
Campaign Delivery & Operations
Campaigns, Ambassadors & Royal Engagement
Lead the design and delivery of CRUK's Ambassador Programme, engaging high-profile supporters who champion our cause.
Support the planning and execution of royal engagements, ensuring discretion, sensitivity, and alignment with CRUK's mission.
Build and nurture relationships with ambassadors, royal households, senior stakeholders, and industry representatives.
Talent Engagement & Industry Networks
Represent CRUK externally across the talent and influencer landscape - from TV and film to fashion, music, business, and social media.
Identify and onboard new talent for campaigns, ensuring their involvement supports strategic goals.
Provide expert advice on reputational, political, and industry matters related to talent partnerships.
Strategic Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with the Senior Manager (Campaign Delivery) to align ambassador, royal, and campaign activities.
Offer strategic insights on emerging trends in talent, philanthropy, and patronage.
Play a key role in the Relationship Management leadership team, contributing to planning, prioritisation, and cross-organisational collaboration.
What are you looking for?
A well-connected professional with credibility across the talent and influencer sectors.
Proven experience managing ambassador or patron programmes in high-profile or charitable settings.
Familiarity with royal or high-level patron engagement, including protocol and reputational considerations.
Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire senior stakeholders.
Strong communicator, adept at crafting compelling strategies, proposals, and briefings.
Strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with short-term opportunities.
Commercially aware, with a knack for spotting and maximising value.
Understanding of the charity sector and the unique dynamics of working with talent and high-profile supporters.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
Additional information
For more information about working with us please or contact us at .
For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: , , , and .
Birmingham and Solihull Women’s aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?
The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.
Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.
We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.
Key Responsibilities
To assist the refuge manager in the day-to-day running of the refuge, developing and delivering a front line service offering support, advice and guidance to women and their children living in the refuge.
*BSWA provides safe secure accommodation to some of the most vulnerable women and children therefore in order to ensure we provide maximum support and safety it is essential that our service is available to them 24/7. We do this through operating an on-site rota that covers weekends, evenings and bank holidays as well as a 24 hour call out system
EXPERIENCE:
Experience of providing practical and emotional support to women and children affected by domestic violence
Experience of offering advice and information and advocating for service users on a range of issues including homelessness, benefits, legal, social welfare issues etc.
Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with external agencies
Experience of working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults
Benefits
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31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
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Up to 6% matched pension contribution
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Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
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Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary)
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one
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Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy
BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team.
These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on 6th November 2025. Interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 17th November 2025
The Highlands and Islands Students’ Association (HISA) is the democratic voice for student across the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), representing learners at every level of study—from further education and apprenticeships through to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Our representation spans the full breadth of the UHI partnership, working closely with ten Academic Partners to ensure students are supported, included, and empowered wherever
and however they study.
The role of the Chief Executive Officer is to provide strategic support to the student officers within our student-led organisation, and to provide support and leadership to the senior leadership team and our Board of Trustees.
The post-holder is required to provide an interface between the Trustee Board and the leadership team, and between other key decision-making bodies within the Students’ Association, converting policy and strategy into action.
Our CEO will be a source of continuity within the Students’ Association, providing vision and expertise to drive the Association forward towards organisational goals whilst ensuring that the Association is structured to facilitate Student Officers’ work towards organisational objectives.
As a key contact and partner with UHI stakeholders, the CEO is required to work towards aligning the Students’ Associations' progression into the UHI’s strategy. The CEO should also ensure that all aspects of organisational risk are identified, monitored and managed.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership
2. Senior Leadership Team (SLT) Management
3. Operational Management
4. Student Leadership and Governance
Please download the Recruitment Pack to see the full Job Description & Person Specification
HISA’s purpose is to represent, support and enhance the student experience at UHI via a range of activities delivered across the student journey.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Barnardo's our mission is - Changing Childhoods and Changing Lives, so that children, young people, and families are safe, happy, healthy, and hopeful. To do this, we rely on high-quality data to inform our decisions, support our beneficiaries, engage donors, influence policy and demonstrate impact. We're looking for a Data Governance Officer to help us build the data foundations that underpin our work.
The Role
As our Data Governance Officer, you will join our multi-disciplinary Data Management Team within our Digital, Data and Technology Directorate. You will play a central role in supporting colleagues across the Charity to implement our data governance strategy, ensuring that colleagues are enabled to manage data ethically, securely, and legally across a wide and varied set of functions.
You will be as passionate and knowledgeable about supporting colleagues to develop an effective data culture and bring about the mindset and behaviour change that this requires as you are about data governance. We are a small team building culture change and supporting colleagues to take on new roles and responsibilities around data, placing ownership where it is most effective and enabling colleagues to see their relationships with data differently.
You will have:
- Experience in data governance or data management – ideally in the charity or public sector.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, especially with non-technical audiences.
- A collaborative approach and ability to influence change across teams.
- A passion for ethical data use and making a difference through better information.
- Working knowledge of data protection laws (e.g. GDPR) and how they apply to charities.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementation, review, and refinement of the data governance framework, strategy and vision ensuring that these align with the Charity's Corporate Strategy.
- Enabling and promoting data governance best practice in the charity
- Contribute to enterprise-wide data management, working closely with data architecture/engineering colleagues and the wider business teams.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We're looking for a Facilities and Compliance Co-ordinator to join Your Place and be part of our dedicated team to help us with our mission to solve homelessness in east London, one person at a time!
About the role
The Facilities Team is responsible for ensuring that our residents have a safe and well maintained living environment and that Your Place meets regulatory compliance standards as a Registered Provider.
The Facilities and Compliance Co-ordinator will be working closely with the Facilities Manager and team, co-ordinating technical support, including day to day repairs, planned and cyclical maintenance, health and safety compliance, facilities management, environmental management, and the administration of business continuity arrangements.
This post will involve working closely with contractors, consultants, and senior colleagues
Salary: £28,712 - £32,240 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours
Location: Canning Town, London
Other responsibilities include
- Co-ordinating day to day maintenance, planned and cyclical/housekeeping administration, reporting and job allocation via iCompleat finance software, Salesforce & Pyramid maintenance databases.
- Checking specifications, quotes, and working with contractors on job pricing.
- Raising of Purchase Orders, tracking through to job completion
- Checking all compliance documentation Is In place eg. Risk Assessment and Method Statements and any Permits to Work
- Uploading job sheets, and all related documentation Including invoices and certification
- Overseeing a contractor’s diary and ensuring all regular checks are carried out.
- Ensure H&S policies are up to date and liaise with relevant consultants on reviews, and ensuring new starters have H&S information and guidelines.
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive compliance recording data base to ensure that we meet and evidence regulatory responsibilities.
- Monitor and track through to completion health and safety issues from the daily building Inspections
- Working with the Facilities Manager and Senior Maintenance Officer to participate in Contractor and or building audits.
- Working with the Facilities Manager and Accounts Team to review Facilities management accounts on a monthly basis to ensure all expenditure is accurately recorded.
- Working closely with Facilities Manager, Impact Specialist and Head of Compliance to co-ordinate day to day management of compliance activities including monitoring of compliance, running reports, identifying non-compliance, proactively manage any potential non-compliance, data entry, maintaining property information, data quality updates, providing supporting documentation for reports, KPIs, etc.
- To ensure Facilities' KPIs are kept up to date and reported to SMT and Premises Sub-Committee in line with internal reporting timetable
About you
Experience
- Facilities / Maintenance and or property management background.
- 1 years experience in compliance administration is a must
- Experience of managing health and safety in the workplace would be an advantage.
- Experience of delivering Facilities related training, including site induction an advantage.
- Experience of working within a soft and hard Maintenance services environment.
- Experience of tendering maintenance and Facilities contracts.
Skills & Knowledge
- Excellent analytical skills
- Working knowledge of Social Housing Regulatory for building management and maintenance.
- Working knowledge of UK fire, health and safety regulations.
- Working knowledge of UK health and safety workplace regulations.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
- Working knowledge of Building Management database systems
Abilities
- Demonstrate a positive, flexible approach to team working.
- Ability to communicate with residents and colleagues effectively.
- Ability to provide customer focussed and responsive services.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload with minimum supervision.
- Ability to understand and meet the needs of customers to ensure excellent customer service.
- Ability to understand community issues as well as current housing issues.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with other agencies
- Ability to prepare and present information concisely and clearly and adapt communication for a range of audiences, including the ability to influence, negotiate and persuade.
Personal qualities
- Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service
- Patient and pro-active
- Demonstrate a positive attitude towards your own development including embracing the personal development review process
- Commitment to the values of diversity and inclusion
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and ability to look for solutions and opportunities in a changing environment
Desirable criteria
- Facilities or Housing qualification or similar, or willing to undertake these qualifications
- Full UK driving license
About applying
When applying don't forget to answer the questions in our application process to tell us more about how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience to be successful in this role.
At Your Place, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better resident outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender, identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK.
Our mission to solve homelessness in east London, one person at a time!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance & CRM Administrator
Location: London - 3 days per week in the office, 2 home-based
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,000-£30,000pa depending on experience
· Join a unique arts charity with a powerful social mission.
· Play a key role in the organisation's digital transformation.
· Enjoy a varied role across finance, CRM, and administration.
· Benefit from extra leave for your birthday and for volunteering.
Our client, a unique London-based museum and charity, is looking for a Finance & CRM Administrator to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support an organisation that uses the power of the arts to transform lives, playing a vital part in its ongoing growth and digital development.
Company Overview
This arts and heritage organisation tells a compelling story of care and social change. Having recently secured major national funding and a long-term lease on its building, the charity is embarking on a bold new strategy. It focuses on creating social impact through award-winning creative programmes for young people and collaborations with community partners. The culture is collaborative, proactive, and agile, with a small, dedicated team committed to making a difference.
Position Overview
As the Finance & CRM Administrator, you will be a central member of the team. You will ensure the smooth and accurate running of the organisation's financial and supporter relationship systems. This role is essential for improving processes and supporting both the finance and fundraising functions, directly contributing to the charity's ability to achieve its mission. The role is highly varied and will be roughly evenly split between financial admin and CRM/database admin - so experience in both is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
>Finance
· Process all sales, purchase, and banking transactions accurately.
· Manage the sales ledger, including invoicing and credit control.
· Complete bank and cash reconciliations in a timely manner.
· Support the team with financial reporting and Gift Aid claims.
· Train and support staff in using the Xero accounting system.
>CRM
· Maintain and update the Beacon CRM with fundraising data.
· Process donations, pledges, and membership scheme payments.
· Ensure all contact records are accurate and GDPR compliant.
· Monitor data quality and lead on CRM system improvements.
· Assist staff with CRM use and building reports.
>Administration
· Provide basic IT support and manage digital system logins.
· Manage the ordering of office supplies and equipment.
· Support the Director's Office with governance and meetings.
Requirements
· Experience with financial systems like Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
· Proven experience using not-for-profit CRM databases (e.g., Beacon) - or equivalent in the commercial/public sector
· Excellent financial, administrative, and analytical skills.
· Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with a wide range of people.
· The ability to work independently and take initiative within a small team.
· Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft 365 and SharePoint.
· An appreciation for the aims and values of an arts and social impact organisation.
Benefits include:
·25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
· Additional day off for your birthday and for volunteering.
· A group contributory pension scheme after three months.
· Discounts in the museum shop and with local businesses.
· Access to season ticket, rental deposit, and cycle to work loans.
· Free access to a fully funded Employee Assistance Programme.
· Support for your training and development via an online platform.
Alongside these benefits, you will join a collaborative and mission-driven team. You will play a key part in an organisation dedicated to creating positive social change through the arts.
How to Apply
Please send your CV by the closing date for further consideration.
Key dates
Closing date: Friday 7th November at 10am
1st stage interviews: 11th November (onsite)
Final interviews: 12th November (onsite)




