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Talent & Influencers Senior Manager
Salary: £56,000 - £60,000 plus
Reports to: Head of Talent & Influencers
Grade: M2
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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: 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 .
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate, and resilient Deputy Manager to join our Young People Service in Ealing.
£34,500.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Our benefits include:
Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Healthcare Cashplan through our partner Healthshield
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
The Deputy Service Manager supports the Service Manager in effectively managing all operational matters within their designated services, including line management of frontline staff.
The Deputy Service Manager shares responsibility for ensuring that a holistic and cohesive approach to customer support is embedded across accommodation services. Look Ahead operates trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches, ensuring customers benefit from strengths-based support practices. The role requires an individual who embodies psychologically informed practice through their leadership style.
Together, these services support up to 12 young people at any one time, offering a welcoming, supportive environment on a spot-purchase basis.
The role of Deputy Manager will involve five 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
Support the Service Manager in driving operational activities within your service area, ensuring clear, relevant, and challenging objectives and ongoing performance tracking.
Successfully lead and motivate your team, championing and maintaining a positive local culture within the service.
Build supportive, trusting relationships with young people and create a welcoming and positive atmosphere.
Prioritise the prompt filling of voids and the reduction of arrears and bad debts.
Continuously work to improve staff competence, ensuring proactive ownership of staffing matters, swift resolution of conflicts, and effective management of issues.
Facilitate transparent and effective communication flows between management and frontline teams.
Lead on casework management, ensuring that risk assessments and support plans are regularly updated and dynamic.
About you:
Enjoys social interaction and engaging with others; actively participates in local activities to promote customer involvement and inclusion.
Able to lead and motivate staff transparently and consistently.
Exhibits warmth, friendliness, and an open approach.
Prefers working collaboratively within a team.
Calm and resilient under pressure; does not allow emotions to negatively impact judgement.
Practical, logical, and naturally well-organised.
Thrives in environments characterised by change, diversity, and dynamic challenges.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
Educated to degree level or equivalent.
Relevant qualification in business or management (e.g., CMI/NVQ Level 4 or equivalent).
Specialist knowledge related to supporting young people with mental health diagnoses.
Experience working within complex mental health environments.
Demonstrable knowledge and experience of trauma-informed practice.
Desirable:
Experience managing accommodation-based services and resources, with proven ability to deliver within budget and meet performance targets.
Experience supervising and leading staff teams providing support to young people in or leaving care.
For our full job description please visit our website
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
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Corporate New Business Lead
Up to £34,000 per annum + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension)
Leatherhead, Surrey
(Flexible working options available, part-time considered)
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized company and Top 20 charity is looking to appoint an experienced fundraiser to help build income from corporate fundraising with an emphasis on securing long term and strategic partnerships.
Reporting to the Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for proactively generating significant income from five and six figure corporate partnerships by managing the new business pipeline, identifying new opportunities, building relationships and networking with key stakeholders and producing compelling applications and creative partnership proposals.
This is an excellent opportunity to build on previous experience and develop your skills in business development. Previous experience of securing high value, strategic partnerships in the third sector would be beneficial. The team has a proven track record in winning prestigious corporate partnerships which include: Macfarlanes LLP, Invesco, Knight Frank, Deutsche Bank, Nomura and high street names such as Kurt Geiger. Responsible for a third of the charity’s income the team are driven, highly motivated & results orientated.
Location: Leatherhead, Surrey, flexible working options available and part-time will be considered for the right candidate.
What we’re looking for:
- A friendly, enthusiastic and experienced corporate fundraiser who achieves results through people – you are socially focused and resilient, enjoy networking and are able to quickly connect with others and build effective working relationships.
- A motivating, empathetic and persuasive communicator – you are an experienced bid writer and a confident public speaker with experience of presenting to panels or addressing large audiences
- Knowledge of different corporate fundraising initiatives, including charity of the year, cause related marketing and strategic partnerships – you understand the components of a mutually beneficial and multi-faceted partnership, and have proven experience of prospect management and winning new business.
- You thrive working in a busy environment on multiple priorities simultaneously – results-oriented and a fast learner, you respond quickly to pressure and a changing environment.
- Confident use of MSOffice and experience of using a database – you have strong attention to detail, won’t miss a deadline and record accurate data using CRM systems.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:
- Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
- Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
- Company car for front line care posts
- 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
- Time off in Lieu
- Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
- Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
- A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme
- Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
- Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
- The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
- Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
Please email your CV & covering letter to us via the link.
Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead with the dates to be confirmed.
We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need.
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
Are you a talented People Business Partner looking for a new challenge working for a fantastic national charity?
I am excited to be partnering with the UK’s leading domestic abuse charity, to recruit an experienced and values-driven People Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a mission led organisation and support the development of a high performing, inclusive workplace.
This position is mainly remote with occasional attendance to their Head Office in central London. You will be part of a small but friendly and supportive HR team.
This is a strategic and operational HR opportunity paying a salary of £40,080. The role will report to the Senior People Business Partner, who is fantastic at developing their direct reports and allowing them to grow in their role. The successful candidate will act as a trusted HR advisor to designated teams, supporting a wide range of employee relations issues, recruitment activity, organisational change, and policy development.
Some of the key responsibilities of this People Business Partner role include:
- Business partnering with key directorates, understanding their unique needs and delivering tailored people solutions
- Providing expert support across employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance
- Managing and supporting recruitment processes in line with safer recruitment practices
- Advising on and implementing organisational change processes, including TUPE transfers
- Coaching and supporting managers in day-to-day HR matters and long-term people development
- Supporting onboarding, induction and HR project delivery
- Contributing to policy reviews, system improvements, and reporting processes
- Championing the organisations values, including equity, diversity, and inclusion
The ideal candidate will be a proven HR generalist, ideally with experience from working in the charity sector, along with a strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice. They will have excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive, solutions-focused approach, and experience in managing or mentoring others. A values-driven mindset and a strong commitment EDI is essential. It would be very advantageous for the People Business Partner to be CIPD qualified (or have the equivalent experience).
This is a unique opportunity to work for a sector leading organisation with a powerful social mission. You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward thinking People & Culture team, where your work directly contributes to improving the lives of women and children experiencing domestic abuse.
If you’re an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact in the not-for-profit sector, please get in touch.
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The Operations Manager is a senior leadership role with Home-Start Wandsworth, responsible for overseeing the operational effectiveness of the organisation. They will work closely with the Managing Director, and other members of the leadership team, to ensure the success and long term sustainability of the charity.
The role oversees the operational functions of the charity including HR, IT and Finance, as well as support of service development projects. The role also requires project management of grant applications, delivery and reporting, and plays a pivotal role in shaping how we measure, communicate and enhance the impact of our work. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership
To work collaboratively with the Managing Director and other senior leaders to
● deliver the objectives of the organisation.
● develop our services & ways of working to ensure the charity’s long term sustainability.
● engage and motivate the team to work efficiently and effectively - according to the strategy policies and commitments we have signed up to.
● work closely with the Family Support Manager, to ensure our data needs are aligned with our Impact Measurements.
● contribute to strategic planning and collaborate with external advisors on specialist projects as required.
Operations
● Oversee the implementation and development of operational policies and procedures, including GDPR, HR, Finance and IT.
● Ensure the systems, processes and policies the team are using are understood and working effectively and that ways of working are compliant with all current policies, or recommend changes as relevant.
● Manage the operations and ensure efficient use of resources.
● Manage the budget, reconciliation and year end accounting processes.
● Lead on operational projects and oversee office administration, tech support and premises management.
● Lead on Quality Assurance requirements related to operational delivery.
● Manage data collection and evaluation across multiple platforms including charity log.
● Produce tailored reports and insights for funders, Trustees and partners.
● Manage outsourced contracts.
Organisational Development
● Lead on service development projects to support agreed strategies, priorities and commitments, working with other members of the team as relevant.
● Explore/recommend other service developments that would benefit the organisation by engagement with other Home-starts and relevant organisations.
Grant Management
● Work closely with the Managing Director and Fundraising function to project manage grant and trust applications, deadlines and progress reports.
● To ensure effective monitoring of all grant & trust commitments & deliverables, liaising with other members of the team as appropriate.
● Deliver a regular report to the Board on performance against grants and trusts.
Team Management
● Provide direction to the Business Support Administrator to enable effective and efficient running of the organisation.
● Manage staff and freelancers according to the Home-Start Wandsworth procedures, policies and values.
● Support effective management of any non home visiting Volunteers supporting the organisation’s work.
Line Management:
● Business Support Administrator
● Data specialist (freelance)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
● Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
● Proven experience in operations management
● Experience in financial management essential and using Xero is desirable
● Strong knowledge of service evaluation and data analysis
● Management experience of small/medium teams
● Solutions focussed team player
● Excellent written and verbal communication
● Flexible and adaptable to change
● Excellent organisational and project management skills
● Experience of using Charity Log or other database management systems.
● Knowledge of GDPR legislation
● Experience of Board level reporting against objectives and/or data led reporting
● Experience of working in the non-profit or community support sector is desirable
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Ukie
Ukie is the trade association that represents and supports the UK’s thriving video game and interactive entertainment industry. Our small team supports a membership of nearly 700 leading businesses, helping them as they create some of the world’s most exciting games. Our membership includes cutting-edge companies working across the interactive entertainment industry from Sony PlayStation, Electronic Arts and Microsoft to Jagex, Roblox, Ustwo games and many more.
This role is focussed on supporting industry talent through our education, skills and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives. Ukie endeavours to empower the next generation of industry talent through our programmes, including; Digital Schoolhouse (DSH), Student Membership, Raise the Game (RTG) and supporting family friendly video games through Ask About Games. Working together we aim to enable anyone with a passion for video games to flourish. We promote a fun and playful approach to education, with creativity and innovation sitting at the heart of what we do. The education team at Ukie sits across disciplines, supports our members, and works with a broad range of partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will play an integral and role within this team, enabling them to experience the breadth of the games industry.
There are opportunities for the successful candidate to showcase their strategic leadership and entrepreneurial spirit and co-ordinate activity whilst working with people from different backgrounds and levels of seniority. Stakeholder and relationship management are key to this role.
Ukie is an inclusive, small, diverse, not-for-profit company of 20 people with a commitment to the exciting, creative, innovative sector we represent. An inclusive team attitude is essential. We offer a work culture and environment where entrepreneurialism and teamwork are celebrated. We encourage you to have a look at the Ukie website to see who the team members are and to read our Values and Beliefs.
About you
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and motivated Project and Programme Manager with experience of delivering complex and multi-stakeholder programmes on time, and within budget.
You will oversee a portfolio of internally and externally-funded projects focused on the delivery of Ukie’s Supercharged mission. Initially, this is likely to include Ukie’s successful Raise the Game initiative alongside a number of smaller skills-related projects.
Ideally you will bring:
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Strong organisational skills with the ability and experience to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and competing priorities.
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Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including the ability to build strong and collaborative working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders
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Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
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The ability to work accurately with a good eye for detail.
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Good knowledge and experience of programme and project management methods and how to apply them.
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Enthusiastic, with an understanding and sensitivity to the wide range of issues facing the games industry.
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A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and cultural sensitivity in all our communication work.
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The ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders with varied priorities.
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Ability to work under pressure when required.
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A proactive and flexible attitude and the ability to act on own initiative but knowing when to seek advice and/or approval.
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Diplomatic, friendly, efficient, empathetic and helpful attitude.
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The ability to work and communicate collaboratively as part of a team.
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Flexibility to work with different parts of the team and adapt to changing requirements.
We are a flexible and inclusive employer. If you are excited by the role, but do not feel you meet 100% of the requirements or qualifications we encourage you to apply anyway explaining why your skills and experience make you an ideal candidate.
What you’ll be doing
As a Programme Manager, based primarily within the Education team you will also be responsible for leading on the delivery of a range of funded partner projects. Working with colleagues across teams, you will support funding bids for new education and social impact based projects. Should these be successful then you will hold lead responsibility for co-ordinating work with colleagues to ensure successful delivery.
Key responsibilities
As Programme Manager you will:
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Provide programme leadership for our Raise the Game (RTG) initiative. Oversee the end-to-end delivery, ensuring the programme meets its objectives and delivers measurable impact across the UK video games industry.
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Shape the programme’s strategy and roadmap, aligning activities with Ukie’s wider mission and priorities.
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Stakeholder engagement and partnerships. Build and maintain strong relationships with partner organisations, industry leaders, educators and community groups. Act as the key point of contact for all programme stakeholders, championing diversity and inclusion in every interaction.
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Establish the RTG small grant funding pot and oversee its process for distribution.
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Plan, co-ordinate and deliver key programme activities, including the annual Festival of Food event.
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Manage programme budgets and resources effectively, ensuring value for money and long term sustainability.
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Work closely with Ukie’s Communications team to develop and deliver impactful content, case studies and campaigns that amplify our initiatives and increase engagement.
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Represent Ukie at external events, roundtables and conferences as a visible ambassador.
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Promote good practice in diversity, equity and inclusion practices across the games sector, influencing industry approaches.
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Co-ordinate working groups and steering committees related to initiatives and projects being managed.
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Work with Ukie colleagues to seek and apply for funding opportunities related to Ukie’s social impact and education work.
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Work with colleagues to design and deliver funded projects.
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Oversee end to end delivery of individual projects. Managing roles and responsibilities as appropriate.
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Manage project budgets, allocating staff capacity and resources whilst adapting to changing requirements.
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Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise communication of progress and managing expectations.
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Monitor project delivery, overseeing progress and ensuring the project meets milestones and quality standards.
What you can expect from us
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An opportunity to work with a friendly energetic and supportive team on behalf of the UK’s fast growing video games industry.
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A chance to gain hands on experience, assuming real responsibility over your areas of work.
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Support for your training and development to ensure that you continue to develop while working at Ukie.
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An opportunity to be at the heart of global games industry and its leaders.
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A great working environment, which provides access to mental health support, financial advice and regular socialising within the team.
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A flexible working environment with paid time off for volunteering.
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The chance to travel and attend a range of industry events, both nationally and internationally.
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Generous annual leave with additional long service entitlements.
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Pension and Private Healthcare upon completion of probation.
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Access to the annual bonus scheme and additional benefits.
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Early finish on Friday’s and lots of opportunities to play video games!
Other information
Monday to Friday – 9.00am to 5.30pm
Expectation that some evening and weekend work will be required to attend events as the business requires.
Ukie allows remote work, but there is an expectation of regular visits to the office.
This role profile is not exhaustive; it will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business.
The post holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement to the changes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
You’ll join us at a vital and exciting time, as we help to shape what the future of health and care looks like with our new strategy and a reshaped communications and engagement directorate.
We’re looking for a strategic and creative marketing leader to join our team in a fixed-term, 12-month role, driving impactful, audience-first campaigns that support both policy initiatives and commercial goals. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Head of Marketing and Digital Communications to shape and deliver an annual campaign strategy informed by audience insight, business intelligence, and the wider political and economic landscape. You’ll oversee the delivery of integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels, ensuring alignment with brand and organisational priorities, while managing budgets and external partnerships to maximise value and impact.
You’ll be a confident communicator and collaborator, able to inspire cross-functional teams and represent marketing plans across the organisation. With a strong grasp of digital tools and martech, you’ll optimise customer journeys and lead on flagship campaigns that drive engagement and conversion. As a skilled people manager, you’ll support and develop your team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about storytelling, data-driven strategy, and delivering meaningful results, we’d love to hear from you.
The Fund has an ambition to increase the diversity of our workforce and introduce careers in health and care policy to a broader range of people. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community, including those from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We believe that diversity of background and experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will improve the way we influence health and social care policy.
What you'll get in return
The King’s Fund is committed to a hybrid working model that meets the organisation’s needs, while giving staff flexibility to choose between office and home working. In keeping with our current policy, the post-holder will be required to work a minimum of two days per week from our central London office (pro rata, averaged over a month).
In addition to a competitive salary, The King’s Fund offers generous holiday entitlements, a £3 daily discount in our café and an on-site gym.
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website and read our supplementary guidance documents below, then download and fill in our application form. If completing the application form presents any challenges, contact us by email so we can discussion options.
Please note that in order to apply, you must have existing documented proof of your right to live and work in the UK.
No agencies please.
CVs will not be accepted as applications. Applications must be submitted using The King’s Fund application form.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 24 October at 9.30am.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 4 November. Role available to start shortly thereafter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £38,346 -£42,545 per annum (depending on experience and skill level)
Level: Manager Band A
Contract length: Permanent
Location: Remote/ Hybrid – Oxfordshire preferable but open to other locations within catchment area, flexible working.
Responsible to: Programme Manager Catchment Partnerships, or directly to
Assistant Head of Improving Rivers / Head of Improving Rivers
About Thames21
Thames21 is an environmental charity which works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success and as such we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, this we feel is key in ensuring that everybody has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees, and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.
Purpose of the job
To drive forward Thames21’s ‘Thames Valley’ (broadly Oxfordshire/ Buckinghamshire/ Berkshire) catchment areas programme in line with our 5-year plan and future strategies ensuring appropriate integration across Thames21 and partner organisations. This includes building and sustaining a team to reduce diffuse pollution, increase biodiversity, improve water quality, and support agricultural businesses to deliver environmental improvement works and nature friendly farming practices.
The postholder requires operational experience and knowledge at catchment scale as well as project and people management experience. They will take a strategic overview of the programme and guide our growth in the thematical and geographical area, with a particular focus on the following outcomes.
- Work with 20 farmers each year to reduce diffuse pollution at source and flood risk.
- Offer advice on nature-based solutions and grant funding to farmers and landowners.
- Plant 30,000 trees annually.
- Input and support the achievement of other applicable 5-year plan targets. i.e. River restoration and catchment scale monitoring.
- Increase Thames21 presence in the Thames Valley, identifying opportunities, supporting, and complimenting the work of other NGOs and regional Rivers Trusts.
The role is a relatively new area of work for Thames21 and may consist of supporting a range of projects and programmes including Catchment Partnerships, Farm Clusters and Natural Flood Management.
Finally, the postholder will take a lead in progressing Thames21’s resilience strategy i.e. working closely with the Fundraising Team, the Catchment Partnership Team, and partner organisations to increase private and public investment to deliver healthy resilient rivers and catchments.
Additional requirements may include supporting other Thames21 projects and funding applications, as the need arises.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will oversee and manage the delivery of diverse projects. You will also develop your team’s scope, strategy and action plan in order to grow the team to deliver 5-year plan targets work closely with expert (e.g. statutory bodies, authorities, NGOs and academics) and non-expert (e.g. community groups and volunteers) stakeholders to develop, fund and deliver projects within the catchments, and oversee their management. You will also work closely with the Assistant/ Head of Improving Rivers and other members of the Thames21 team to develop funding applications and steer the direction of the catchment areas.
Tasks include:
Programme Development & Integration
Develop and expand the Thames Valley catchment programme in line with Thames21’s 5-year strategy, ensuring integration with other teams.
Funding & Financial Management
Secure diverse funding sources and manage project budgets, including financial reporting and cost tracking to meet objectives.
· Project & Risk Management
Lead project delivery, monitor progress, and identify risk mitigation strategies to ensure continued success.
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Manage and support staff through training, appraisals, workload balancing, and adherence to health and safety requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with internal teams, funding bodies, landowners and other external stakeholders.
Technical & Farm Advisory Support
Provide farm advice, generate reports (including GIS mapping), and maintain a database of visits and environmental opportunities.
Catchment-Based Approach Advocacy
Promote and apply catchment-based principles internally and externally in water and land management.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and broader regulatory requirements across all projects.
Information & Data Management
Maintain accurate documentation and project data systems, supporting transparency and accountability.
Promotion & Communications
Support production of publicity materials and represent Thames21’s work to broader audiences.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.
For more information, please refer to the attached job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a leading sports foundation to recruit a Corporate Partnerships Manager.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate fundraiser to shape and grow a developing corporate partnerships programme within a globally recognised sporting organisation.
Working closely with a fantastic Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, you’ll focus on building innovative, purpose-driven relationships with businesses that support the foundation’s mission to deliver social impact through sport.
You’ll also collaborate with the Club’s commercial partnerships team, identifying opportunities within existing multi-million-pound partnerships, while developing new business and smaller-scale strategic relationships for the foundation.
Location: Chelsea - 3 days a week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
Key Aspects of the Role
- Develop and deliver a strategic corporate partnerships plan to support the foundation’s mission.
- Identify, approach, and secure new business opportunities.
- Manage and steward existing corporate relationships to deliver value and impact.
- Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling partnership propositions.
- Confidently represent the foundation in meetings with senior stakeholders.
They Are Looking For
- An experienced Corporate Partnerships Manager or Senior Officer ready to take the next step.
- A confident relationship builder with excellent communication and influencing skills.
- A proactive, creative individual who enjoys sourcing and winning new business.
- Commercially minded, dynamic, and collaborative.
- Comfortable working independently, without line management responsibilities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make their mark in a high-profile, purposeful environment, building partnerships that deliver both social and commercial impact.
Closing date: 27th October (early applications encouraged)
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
To apply: Please send your CV and supporting statement to Hannah Laking at
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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Trust and Foundaction Stategy Enhancement
- Develop and execute a trust fundraising strategy to increase income and position the Charity as a credible, evidence-led delivery partner for funders
- Meet income targets aligned with the Charity's growth strategy, to fund both core programmes and capital projects, prioritising multi-year funding opportunities
- Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective funders, ensuring regular and meaningful engagement
- Craft compelling, tailored proposals, applications, and cases for support to secure major grants
Team Leadership & Development
- Recruit a Trust Fundraiser and Prospect Researcher to support with identifying and evaluating potential donors
- Build a collaborative and inclusive team culture that values equity, wellbeing, and shared purpose.
Relationship Management
- Cultivate and steward relationships with existing and prospective trusts and foundations, ensuring they remain engaged with the charity’s five-year Impact Strategy
- Provide exceptional reporting to funders, showcasing the impact of their contributions through updates, case studies, and financial reports
- Represent the charity at meetings, events, and site visits to inspire and engage potential funders
Reporting & Compliance
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of trust fundraising activities, providing detailed reports to Senior Leadership and funders, as required
- Ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations and best practices
Collaboration and Coordination
- Work closely with the Programme Manager and Capital Appeal Manager to develop well-costed, fundable programmes aligned with strategic priorities and with measurable outcomes
- Work closely with wider internal teams, including Programmes, Service Delivery, Finance, and Communications, to gather information, align messaging, and ensure funding requirements are met
- Collaborate with colleagues across other income streams to maximise cross-team opportunities and share insights on high-value prospects
- Ensure accurate record-keeping and tracking of relationships, proposals, and outcomes using the Charity’s CRM system
Knowledge & Experience
- Proven track record of securing five and six figure gifts from trusts, foundations, or institutional funders, including cold prospects, demonstrating confidence in donor acquisition
- Skilled in network mapping, prospect research and business development
- Demonstrable experience of working on major capital appeals or high-value fundraising campaigns
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored funding applications
- Strong research and analytical skills to identify funding opportunities and align them with strategic priorities
- Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships
- Experience using CRM systems to manage and track donor relationships and activities
- Experience in securing multi-year funding (desirable)
- Experience in line management, with the ability to motivate staff and nurture talent (desirable)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteering Support Partner
Fixed Term Contract (6 months)
Full time (34.5 hours), we are open to a conversation about how you work these hours
Location – Split between home and our London Office
Salary Range - £44,000 - £48,000
About us
At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer. We're going all out to find even better ways to help even more people who need our support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions.
About the role
Our vision for volunteering is equally big. Shaped by volunteers, together we will do whatever it takes to create an enabled, scaled and diverse volunteering community, who have the best experience and deliver the best impact for Macmillan.
This exciting new role sits within our Volunteering Support team and you will provide the core business partnering and project management for volunteering developments, involvement and delivery across Macmillan. You will be responsible for implementing a quality framework consistently for volunteering business elements that ensure compliance, support innovation and assure continuous improvement.
You will manage the Volunteer Involvement Framework to ensure the voice of volunteers is heard operationally and strategically across Macmillan and you will also provide expertise and support to teams responsible for innovating volunteer-led initiatives and ensure a consistent and high-quality approach.
About you
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- Working knowledge of volunteering best practice including legal, compliance and equality as well as emerging issues in all aspects of volunteering
- Good project management skills, delivering plans to achieve objectives and targets set
- Experience of working collaboratively and establishing positive working relationships, including with volunteers, and offering strategic insight to the organisation
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak persuasively at all levels.
In return, we offer a range of benefits including:
- 25 days holiday plus flexible bank holiday options, increasing by 1 day every year of service up to 30 days
- Pension matched up to 7.5%
- 120+ learning and development offers, with access to external professional qualifications
- Flexible working patterns, such as compressed hours, flexibility to work earlier or later around our core working hours of 10am-4pm
- Holiday buying and selling scheme, life insurance, free wills, retail discounts and much more
Recruitment Process
Application deadline: Sunday 26th October 2025
Interview dates: 3rd and 4th November 2025
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed.
At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer.



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!
For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.
Brief role description
To establish and develop key employer relationships to source and promote suitable, quality vacancies and vocational opportunities for all Service Leavers (Sl), (including CTP Assist and Early Service Leavers), Veterans, Reservists and Spouses across the Forces Employment Charity (FEC).
The Key Account Manager (KAM) will take an Apprenticeship-to-Executive approach to employer engagement by initiating, developing, and managing relationships with employers and employer organisations across allocated Sectors to source a range of employment opportunities, including full & part-time appointments, work experience opportunities and portfolio work.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? check out our website
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Friday, 7 November 2025.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children



Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: London based, with hybrid working in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy
About the role
The Data Governance & Operations Manager at Crisis is a pivotal role in our transformation journey. You will lead the development of data governance, architecture, and operational processes that ensure our data is trusted, accessible, and used responsibly to drive our mission to end homelessness.
You will oversee data operations including selections, integrations, and data engineering, ensuring that work is efficient, compliant, and aligned with organisational priorities. Working closely with the Head of Technology, the Infrastructure and Business Systems teams, and the Insight function, you will help establish a modern, unified, and well-governed data environment built on Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Fabric.
We are bold with a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. You will lead and support a skilled team, helping colleagues to develop critical skills to make the most out of our evolving technology stack. You will nurture cross-departmental relationships and play a key role in shaping how Crisis connects and uses data across fundraising, volunteering, client services, and finance. Your work will help ensure that data processes are effective today and ready for the future, making a clear and impactful contribution to Crisis’ mission.
About you
- You have strong experience in data governance and operations, ideally within a Microsoft environment, and can turn frameworks and policies into practical, proportionate processes that people can adopt easily
- You understand how data from systems such as Dynamics CRM, Finance, and others can be structured and integrated within modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric
- You are a clear, confident communicator who can bring technical and non-technical colleagues together around shared goals, demonstrating a collaborative and inclusive approach
- You have excellent stakeholder engagement skills and can build credibility across diverse teams including fundraising, volunteering, client services, and policy
- You are committed to data quality, stewardship, and responsible use, and you can help embed these values across the organisation in an equitable and accessible way
- You share Crisis’ commitment to being bold, impactful, collaborative, and equitable in everything we do
Please see the full Job Pack linked below for a detailed list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We will lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am to 4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more (full list of benefits available on our website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves, and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs. Instead, please complete the work history section and answer the screening questions so we can assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025 (at 23:59)
Interview process: Competency-based interview
Interview date and location: Week commencing 3 November 2025. Two online interviews
AI in Job Applications
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.
As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and members. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring that all philanthropists and members enjoy a rewarding relationship with our organisation.
The Development and Advocacy Department are looking to appoint an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our Philanthropy team on a permanent basis. Reporting to one of the Senior Philanthropy Managers, in this role you will manage a number of philanthropic relationships and make a significant contribution to the team through developing new initiatives and growing the portfolio.
The ideal candidate profile for this post will be a team player, with the following credentials:
- An established track record in philanthropy or fundraising for major organisations
- Demonstrated success in managing a portfolio of high value relationships with experience of personally securing significant gifts
- Ability to think strategically to devise relevant engagement and cultivation plans and identify opportunities for approaches to prospects
- A balance of experience and innovation to be able to develop new ideas and launch new initiatives successfully
- Credibility as an ambassador in the area of philanthropy, able to work effectively at senior levels and liaise with high-net-worth individuals
- Strong project management skills, with demonstrable experience of solving complex problems, drawing on given resources and collaborative working
A working knowledge of our repertoire is not a pre-requisite for this role but the ability to upskill quickly in our art forms in order to confidently speak to prospective donors is essential.
The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Closing date for applications: 8am, Friday 24th October 2025.
First stage interviews will be online via MS Teams with second stage in person interviews at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.
Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are the leading infrastructure organisation supporting the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector in Bromley. Our Volunteer Centre plays a vital role in connecting individuals and organisations, promoting volunteering, and building stronger communities.
We’re looking for a passionate and strategic Volunteer Development Manager to lead and grow our Volunteer Centre. You’ll manage a small team and work closely with the Chief Executive to deliver high-quality volunteering services across the borough.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of volunteering in Bromley, working with local communities, businesses, and voluntary organisations.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Manage and develop the Volunteer Centre, identifying service gaps and creating new projects.
- Promotion & Engagement: Champion volunteering across Bromley, with a focus on young people and underrepresented groups.
- Volunteer Support & Brokerage: Coordinate online, telephone, and face-to-face support services.
- Training & Capacity Building: Deliver training on volunteer management and best practices.
- Partnerships & Contracts: Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and manage relevant contracts.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Provide regular updates to the CEO, trustees, and funders.
- Advocacy: Represent Community Links Bromley at events and forums.
Please note that we do not accept CVs. This post is by application only.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.