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1. Brief job description

Role: Communications and Marketing Lead
Salary: In the region of £41,000 - £51,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience
Holiday allowance: 25 days per annum, plus UK bank holidays
Contract type: Permanent
Probation period: Six months
Hours of work: Core hours are between 10am and 4pm. You will work 7 hours per day (excluding a lunch break) 5 days per week. Start / end times can be flexible, so long as the core hours are worked (or a variation in agreement with your line manager)
Location: Save the Rhino International supports a hybrid work model. For this role, it is anticipated that you will work a minimum of three days a week from our office (Unit 3, Coach House Mews, 217 Long Lane, London, SE1 4PR). Further flexibility can be discussed with your line manager.
Line Manager: CEO
Start date: As soon as possible
Application closing date: 23:59 (BST) on 25 August 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

2. About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic, innovative and proactive Communications and Marketing Lead to drive forward Save the Rhino’s communications across all touch points, delivering our ambitious five-year strategy. As a member of the Senior Management Team, this role is key to shaping our public voice, strengthening our organisation’s brand and driving greater awareness and engagement with rhino conservation.

This is a broad and influential role for an experienced communications and marketing professional to amplify our core conservation messaging alongside our fundraising campaigns. You will bring clear tactical vision and a deep understanding of how targeted communications can advance organisational reputation, support conservation goals and engage diverse audiences.

You’ll oversee all aspects of external communications including messaging, media, PR, digital, campaigns and brand. With a talent for storytelling and an eye for detail, you’ll be confident and experienced in turning complex information into accessible, compelling content. From writing press releases on the latest rhino news, to supporting successful fundraising campaigns, this role is ideal for someone who excels in strategic thinking as well as hands-on delivery. You will work closely with colleagues across departments as well as external agencies, building strong relationships and ensuring our messaging is clear, consistent and aligned with our values.

Save the Rhino International is a small and friendly organisation with big ambitions. Every day, we strive to achieve our vision of all five rhino species thriving in the wild. We have an informal, genuine and supportive atmosphere, whilst expecting high professional standards of all our staff. All members of our team are required to support the work of each other: enthusiasm, flexibility, and a willingness to pull together when required are essential. 

3. Key Responsibilities

Communications

• Lead on the development and implementation of all communications messaging and materials, in line with organisational core values and strategic vision
• Support creation and production of advocacy materials relating to key rhino conservation issues as appropriate
• Work with the Programmes Team to produce materials for impact reporting including blogs and articles for use online and within the charity’s Annual Report
• Develop a programme of regular webinars with the CEO, addressing timely and interesting rhino topics to engage and grow Save the Rhino’s online audience
• Prepare and create content Save the Rhino’s annual magazine, The Horn
• Monitor and report on key metrics across all communications channels and content, using data insights to support and/or adapt future plans

Media

• Prepare press communications plans around key events and rhino news, using core narratives and accessible language across diverse audiences and channels
• Create and implement crisis communication plans, ensuring timely and appropriate responses to reputational risks or urgent events

Brand

• Work with the CEO and the Communications and Marketing Team to produce materials to communicate new organisational strategy
• Ensure all Save the Rhino communications material maintains a consistent brand and house style, managing and updating brand guidelines and templates, for use by the internal team and external partners

Marketing

• Manage all aspects of Save the Rhino’s website (WordPress), including general updates to content, SEO, e-commerce integrations and user experience development, supported by an external web agency
• Lead the Marketing and Communications Team to work in partnership with the Fundraising Team on the development of regular fundraising material and appeals, reviewing messaging, audience segmentation and asset creation
• Oversee all email and social media marketing, with a particular emphasis on video content for social channels to grow platforms and engage new audiences
• Oversee Save the Rhino’s Marketing Cloud software, leading on data segmentation, fundraising supporter journey development, and strategic audience development, tailoring content to deepen engagement

Operations and governance

• Line management, supporting day-to-day tasks and career development
• Develop and deliver on organisational-wide strategy and management duties, as part of the Senior Management Team, preparing quarterly updates for the Board
• Lead periodic reviews of the communications and marketing strategy, using data insights to refine approaches
• Manage the marketing and communications budget, tracking income and expenditure and creating annual budgets in line with strategic objectives

4. Person specification

Essential Skills and Experience

Communications

• Demonstrated success in developing and delivering impactful communications and marketing strategies across a range of channels, using storytelling to present complex or technical information in a clear and engaging way
• Expertise in inclusive, accessible, and ethical communications practices, ensuring content is respectful, representative, and effectively engages diverse audiences

Media

• Experience preparing and delivering strategic press and crisis communication plans, crafting clear, audience-tailored messaging to promote organisational and values with media

Brand

• Strong experience in brand management, ensuring consistent messaging and visual identity across digital, print, and PR materials

Marketing

• Proven ability to manage engaging digital content, including social media, video, blogs, and email campaigns, with experiences in email marketing platforms, CRM systems, and CMS tools
• Good design sense and visual communication skills to elevate content with audiences
• Confident in using data and performance metrics to inform decisions and improve outcomes
• Innovative and creative approach, with awareness of current trends in digital marketing, media and the charity communications landscape

Operations and governance

• Experience managing budgets and preparing reports for senior leadership or trustees
• Experience leading and supporting team members, including setting objectives and fostering professional development
• A collaborative and approachable working style, with the ability to build strong relationships across internal and external teams
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences and platforms
• Alignment with Save the Rhino’s values and mission

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience working within the charity or non-profit sector
• Familiarity with crisis communications, including securing media coverage or managing sensitive press engagement
• Experience in impact reporting and communicating metrics to measure technical progress
• Understanding of environmental or conservation-related communications
• Knowledge of data protection regulations (such as GDPR) and ethical marketing principles
• Experience using Salesforce and Marketing Cloud
• Familiarity with WordPress CMS

5. Protecting your data

Save the Rhino takes your data protection seriously. Our full privacy policy for recruitment can be found on our website.

Be the welcoming face and driving force behind York & Scarborough Hospitals Charity—this fast-paced role puts you at the heart of a dedicated team, providing essential administrative and fundraising support while being the first point of contact for all enquiries.

With a passion for people and a keen eye for detail, you'll play a vital role in growing and nurturing relationships with our amazing donors, supporters, and volunteers. From delivering exceptional customer service and sending sincere thank-you messages, to managing digital fundraising platforms, ensuring financial accuracy in our CRM, and helping create engaging newsletters and direct-mail campaigns — you’ll be at the centre of everything we do.

This leading women’s health charity is looking for a permanent Senior Media and PR Manager to take the lead on all media activity relating to its fundraising and brand marketing work. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering high-impact stories that inspire action.
 
This is a senior-level role involves developing and delivering strategic media plans that raise awareness, increase support, and position the charity as a partner of choice for donors, fundraisers and corporate sponsors. The successful candidate will manage a small team, shape national media coverage for campaigns and events, and work closely with brand and marketing teams to ensure consistent, impactful messaging.
 
The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in high-profile media relations, excellent writing and planning skills, and the confidence to lead on proactive and reactive PR. Strong stakeholder management, agency coordination and team leadership experience are essential.
 
This is a full time role, five days per week, two of which will need to be in the office.
 
Key responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver proactive media and PR strategies across fundraising, brand campaigns, and corporate partnerships to drive awareness, income, and engagement
• Monitor the news agenda daily to identify opportunities, manage risk, and ensure the organisation is positioned as a leading voice in its field
• Line manage senior team members, contribute to process improvements, and support the development and delivery of team objectives
• Build strong relationships with journalists and media, provide strategic advice to stakeholders, and lead on media training and spokesperson preparation
• Oversee content creation and sign-off, contribute to a 24/7 press office function, and deputise for senior leadership when required

 
The appointed candidate will have:

• Proven experience leading media campaigns across fundraising and brand marketing
• Strong contacts within national media and an instinct for compelling storytelling
• Experience managing agencies and working cross-functionally
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• A proactive, strategic mindset and ability to handle sensitive issues with sound judgement

 
If you would be interested in hearing more about this role please send your up to date CV to [email protected].

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Hours: Full-time

Pay: Up to £41,000 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent

Right to work: Applications are accepted only from those with the right to work in the UK.

Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid working available)

Are you passionate that everyone should get the healthcare they need when disasters or crises hit?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years

towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

We are looking for a talented and dynamic fundraiser or marketer to join our Fundraising Team in the role of Individual Giving Manager. This is a new and pivotal role, leading and developing UK-Med’s individual giving programme - including appeals, donor acquisition and retention, and developing longer term forms of giving like regular giving and legacies.

This role joins us at an early stage of our public fundraising programme, so there will be lots of opportunities to learn, test new initiatives and shape the function. You’ll be joining a supportive Fundraising and Communications team, working collaboratively to inspire support and reach new audiences.

This role is ideal for someone with ‘Officer’ or ‘Senior Officer’ experience in public fundraising or direct marketing, who is looking to take the next step in their development.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have worked in public fundraising, individual giving or direct marketing.
• Be passionate and motivated about inspiring people to donate.
• Have experience of delivering to income/sales targets and KPIs.
• Have delivered or supported a variety of campaigns including direct mail and email.
• Have excellent writing and communication skills.
• Be comfortable working to deadlines (both planned and reactive) and able to adapt to emerging opportunities.
• Have a genuine interest in humanitarian aid and be willing to learn what’s required to inspire a people behind UK-Med’s mission.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is a growing and developing organisation with a committed team of staff, volunteers and members.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Individual Giving Manager - July 2025 before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.

Response to the following question:

• A detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification

Please apply as soon as possible and no later than Thursday 21st August 2025

This is a rolling recruitment, and we may appoint a candidate before the closing date. We will keep all applicants regularly updated on the status of the campaign.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. UK-Med is unfortunately unable to support visa sponsorship for this role.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

Press & PR Officer
Six-month fixed term contract
£32,800-£34,600 FTE
Full time, 35 hours per week (flexible on 4 days/week if required)
Start: Early September
Hybrid: 1 day per week in London

Are you passionate about storytelling and media relations? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to use your skills to make a meaningful impact?

Charity People are looking for a Press & PR Officer to join a charity communications team to help drive positive media coverage that supports their mission. You will work closely with the Press & PR Manager to deliver both reactive and proactive media work, from drafting press materials and managing press enquiries to support campaigns and source compelling stories.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact comms, and help bring powerful stories to life with their media coverage.

A significant part of the role involves working with their regional partners across the UK to identify compelling local stories, case studies, and spokespeople that highlight their impact. You will help ensure their stories are communicated clearly, consistently, and effectively across national and regional media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to media enquiries professionally and promptly
• Draft press releases, reactive statements, and media content
• Maintain media inbox, coverage logs, and media lists
• Support media opportunities across the UK, including travel when required
• Develop press kits and briefing documents
• Source human-interest stories and case studies
• Assist with PR campaigns and media logistics
• Monitor press coverage and compile reports
• Track seasonal hooks and news agendas for campaign planning

You will bring:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a press office, PR agency, or media team
• Confident in drafting press materials and media content
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Strong interest in media and current affairs
• Highly organised, proactive, and eager to learn
• Passion for social impact and community-focused work

This role is set to start asap, so please do not hesitate to send your CV over asap.

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

Job title: Community Engagement Fundraising Officer
Reporting to: Director of Income Generation and External Engagement
Location: Jessie May office, Kingswood, Bristol and community based (80%) and home based (20%)
Salary: £28,840 - £32,917 per annum, pro-rata
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 28 - 35 hours per week

About Jessie May

At Jessie May, we provide specialist nursing care, at home, for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions. We support parents, siblings and wider family members in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset, and Wiltshire.

Through life and death, bereavement, and grief, we are here for families for as long as they need us - support for weeks, months, and years.

With us, seriously ill children can still be children, and their families can make memories to look back on when they need them most.

Our families let Jessie May into their homes, both physically and emotionally, offering expert care and much-needed space for parents and carers to rest, and recharge.

Purpose of Post

The Community Fundraiser will lead on efforts to develop and grow community fundraising initiatives and engage with schools, community groups, faith groups, and individuals.

You will help deliver key community events and campaigns, manage volunteers, cultivate long-term relationships, and secure vital support to fund Jessie May’s work.

We are seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual with experience of community fundraising to deliver agreed income targets and deliver long term sustainability within community fundraising.

Main Responsibilities

Community Fundraising and Engagement

• Coordinate the delivery of community fundraising campaigns, initiatives, and events, ensuring high levels of participation and engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community groups, schools, faith groups, and individuals, encouraging their ongoing involvement and support
• Act as the main point of contact for community fundraisers, providing guidance, support, and resources to help them succeed in their fundraising efforts
• Develop and implement an events calendar of activity to include UK and overseas activities, Jessie May organised events, own place events and purchased places.

Volunteer Fundraising Support

• Recruit, train, and support a network of volunteer fundraisers to support community fundraising activities.

Relationship Management and Stewardship

• Lead on the development and delivery of stewardship plans for community supporters, ensuring their efforts are recognised and celebrated.
• Maintain accurate records of community supporters and events in the CRM system, tracking engagement and financial contributions.

All Employee Responsibilities

• Maintain an awareness of and actively follow and promote Jessie May policies, including (but not limited to), Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Date Protection and Confidentiality.
• Complete all Jessie May mandatory training, within the required timescales.
• The welfare of children and young people with who we support and come into contact with, either directly, or indirectly, is paramount to all staff at Jessie May and it is our responsibility to ensure that best practice is followed and that you adhere to the Jessie May values and Code of Conduct at all times.

To Note

• This is not an exhaustive list of tasks; Jessie May employees will be asked to undertake other ad hoc tasks relevant to the scope and purpose of the role. This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed subject to amendment in consultation with the post-holder. 
• Jessie May Culture and Code of Conduct
• The Jessie May team has created a ‘code of conduct’, which outlines the organisational culture. The behaviours that all team members adhere to are that:
• We are caring and compassionate, actively looking out for one another and supporting workloads where we can. 
• We support and understand each other’s priorities. 
• We are friendly and inclusive of everyone we come into contact with. 
• We maintain a professional attitude, fostering a culture of openness and actively encouraging constructive feedback among ourselves. 
• We are ambitious and hardworking and celebrate one another’s achievements.

Terms & Conditions and Employee Benefits

Conditions, including but not limited to the following:

• Checks: The appointment is subject to satisfactory references, DBS check and a probationary period of six months. 
• Salary:  £28,840 - £32,917 per annum, pro-rata depending on experience. Salaries are reviewed annually, at the discretion of the Trustees, where the budget allows, with any increases effective from April. 
• Pension: There is a group personal pension scheme that you are entitled to participate in, subject to the rules of the scheme.  You will be automatically enrolled into the scheme, however there is the option to opt out.  The employer’s contribution is 5 per cent while the employee’s contribution is 4 per cent of the pensionable salary. 
• Death in Service Provision (once successfully passed probation)
• Work base: Jessie May office and throughout the Jessie May service area.
• Holiday entitlement: Annual leave is 27 days pro rate, plus bank holidays.  Some annual leave is pre-allocated to cover some of the time between Christmas and New Year when the office is closed. This amount increases with service.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Team Away Days and Social Events 
• Free on-site parking (if available)
• Free office refreshments 

Closing date: Monday 1st September
Interview date: Wednesday 11th September 
Interview location: Jessie May, 35 Old School House, The Kingswood Estate, Britannia Road, Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 8DB.
As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to anyone who identifies as disabled (as defined by the Equalities Act 2010) that meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification.

Interest? 
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please scroll down to download our job pack. To complete your application, simply click the apply button to be taken to our application form - here you will just need to complete and submit this form, and also send your CV as instructed on the form to the given email address. 

No agencies please. 

Saint Laurence is a church in the centre of Reading with a vision and heart for unchurched young people. Our focus on young people impacts all we do. The role of Admin, Operations and HR coordinator is a varied and exciting role which is essential to helping to maintain the smooth running of the church office. 

As a key team member, the Admin, Ops and HR coordinator is responsible for:

• Being the first point of contact for the church to communicate with external enquiries
• Maintaining our HR systems for a small staff team
• Working with the staff team to enable the efficient running of the church building, overseeing business accounts and coordinating with contractors, liaising with clients and arranging external events bookings
• Working with the staff team to maintain communication with church members utilising social media and email campaigns

If you have experience in administration, enjoy variety and can prioritise effectively, then this role could be perfect. In return, you would be part of a welcoming and supportive team and see real impacts to young people. 

The post holder must be respectful of the Christian ethos and overall values of the church, and uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Church into disrepute.

The Vacancy

Job Title: Policy Manager

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £43,294.95 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1130049

There’s a new opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for influencing public policy and making a real difference in young people’s lives.  YMCA England & Wales is looking for a Policy Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future for communities across the country.

As the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, YMCA is a dynamic federation committed to supporting young people in mind, body, and spirit. In this exciting and influential role, you’ll lead our policy function – ensuring YMCA's voice is heard across Westminster, Whitehall, and beyond.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy, Campaigns & Research, the Policy Manager will drive our engagement with government, policymakers, and stakeholders by crafting evidence-based positions that reflect the needs of the YMCA movement and the young people we serve.

You will be responsible for monitoring emerging policy developments, preparing responses to government announcements, and producing high-quality briefings and reports for internal and external stakeholders. You’ll work closely with local YMCAs to ensure our positions are grounded in lived experience and reflect the realities faced by communities across England and Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape public discourse, build influential relationships, and help us champion the issues that matter most – from youth homelessness and mental health to employment and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of YMCA’s public policy positions using robust research and insights.
• Monitor, analyse, and respond to government announcements, select committee work, and policy shifts.
• Produce briefings and reports for the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, and senior leaders.
• Develop strong relationships with government departments, civil servants, and coalition partners.
• Collaborate with local YMCAs to ensure grassroots experiences inform national policy.
• Amplify the voice of young people in all areas of policy development.
• Support and work closely with colleagues across the Policy, Communications & International (PCI) team.

About You

You are a confident communicator with a deep understanding of the UK policy landscape and experience influencing public policy at a senior level. You bring strategic insight, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, impactful messages.

You’ll have:

• Proven experience in a policy role, ideally in the charity or public sector.
• Strong political awareness and understanding of policy-making processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing briefings and reports for senior audiences.
• The ability to build collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• A passion for social justice and a commitment to YMCA’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At YMCA England & Wales, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation making a tangible impact. You’ll help drive real change for young people and communities, working in a role that offers purpose, flexibility, and professional development.  If you're interested please do not delay, due to recent high volume of applications we may have to close the application window earlier than 24th August.

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

Member Engagement Coordinator
Location: SIA House, Oldbrook, Milton Keynes MK6
Salary: £35,040 per annum
Contract: Two year fixed term contract (funding until October 2027)
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Monday to Friday

About Us

The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.

Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.

About the Role

This exciting new role will be central to amplifying the voices of our current and future members, ensuring their lived experiences and needs shape our work.

This role will use our CRM system and a range of communication types and channels to foster lifelong engagement, support campaigns, and strengthen relationships with our partners and healthcare professionals.

Duties & responsibilities

• Use our CRM system, along with online and face-to-face communications.
• Coordinate member engagement and communications across services, fundraising, academy, and campaigns, using targeted segments of our membership.
• Work with colleagues to develop a membership hub that:
• Support the CRM and member engagement manager in maintaining an accurate, up-to-date, and GDPR-compliant database.
• Manage subscription payments for our magazine, FORWARD, including sending renewal reminders by email and post.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees)
• Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
• Access to Group life assurance scheme
• Access to Healthcare cash plan
• Access to discounted gym membership
• Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Employee volunteer days
• Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office
• Investing in their people - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.

Closing date: 1 September 2025, 9am
Interview dates: Week beginning 8 September 2025 in person at SIA House, Milton Keynes, or online via Microsoft Teams.

Interested?

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

At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.

We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.

Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview.

No agencies please.

Role Title: External Communications and Advocacy Lead

This is a rare opportunity to shape the new communications function in a thriving cancer charity, establishing Shine as the go-to charity supporting all young adults living with any type of cancer in the UK.

Responsible to: Co-CEOs

Location: Hybrid, with two to three days per week at Shine’s offices in Blackheath, Southeast London. 

Hours & salary:  Full time (35 hours per week).  Salary range is £39,000 - £43,000pa depending on experience.  This is a permanent job with a three-month probation period.

Benefits: Employee contribution pension, training and development support.

Holiday:  25 days annual holiday each year plus 8 days of public holidays.  We also give you your birthday off each year.

Who we are

We are a small and impactful national charity. Our goal is that every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.

Shine is a small team of committed people who like to ensure that work isn’t a grind. We aim to have fun while making a difference to the lives of young adults with cancer and we’d love to have you on our team!

Main purpose of the role:

A rare opportunity to shape the new communications function in a thriving cancer charity and to establish its reputation as the go-to charity supporting all young adults living with any type of cancer in the UK.

As part of our growth plan, we are delighted to be hiring our first Communications and Advocacy Lead. Working on our external communications strategy to build authority and be the go-to voice for younger adults (aged 20 to 49 years) living with cancer, this person will be responsible for managing all external communications. In addition, will work closely with the rest of the Shine team to ensure consistent external messaging.

Key Responsibilities

These include:

● Develop implementation plans to support Shine’s communications strategy to build authority in the cancer support space.

● Responsible for developing the Shine narrative, brand voice, and talking points to support external stories and campaigns, and to co-create fundraising messages with the Fundraising Manager and Fundraising Consultant.

● Responsible for all external communications with media including national and regional outlets, print and broadcast, digital channels and titles read by healthcare professionals.

● Supervision of the social media output from Shine, ensuring consistency with the overall communications plan. 

●       Ability to represent Shine at external stakeholder meetings.

●    Working closely with the Shine team to raise Shine’s profile through advocacy activities in the cancer community and healthcare professionals.

● Work with Shine co-CEOs to develop their external profiles through thought-leadership, speaker and advocacy platforms.

Person Specification

Essential skills:

● Ability to develop multi-channel communications plans, using social, digital and traditional media platforms

● Knowledge of UK health media including health correspondents and reporters for national news outlets (print & TV and radio)

● A good eye for design, with the ability to manage, develop and implement brand guidelines

● Experience of working with media databases and press release distribution services

● Excellent writing skills and experience of writing materials for media

● Ability to create media angles and stories from data and third-party content

● Identify platforms for Shine thought-leadership, particularly for the co-CEOs

● Strong skills in using online technology platforms including Google workspace, Canva, YouTube and MS Office.

Desirable skills:

● Experience of working alongside expert suppliers including design and content, public relations agencies and consultants. 

● Experience of managing projects remotely, including using tools such as Asana.

Core competencies:

● Empathy - understanding of the issues faced by the young adults (20-49 yrs.) living with cancer

● Attention to detail -must deliver accurate content to a high standard

● Self-directed - must be able to work independently and make strategic recommendations to Shine co-CEOs on all aspects of Shine communications

● Collaborative - ability to represent Shine and work in partnership with third parties including patient groups, medical professional groups and industry. 

This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post. You may be required to undertake other appropriate duties, which are within your capabilities or for which training has been given.

Key approaches

 

● Respectful of the confidentiality of Shine service users and the ability to work within charity law and governance structures.

● Be prepared to have progress assessed regularly and be appraised annually.

● Willingness to work as part of a small team spread across the UK; this requires good communication skills as well as the ability to be flexible in the approach to work.

Successful candidates will be asked to undergo an enhanced DBS check in keeping with Shine’s Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy.

What Shine offers

 

By sharing your skills, time and expertise with Shine, you’ll be contributing to the growth of an ambitious and rapidly growing charity, while also gaining insights into the challenges and opportunities that this presents. We expect everyone who works with us to like people and to be happy to contribute to the overall success of Shine, even if that means taking on tasks that aren’t in your job description. We are happy to fund relevant training, within our budget guidelines, and to provide opportunities for professional development and growth.

In addition to your salary, you’ll receive regular pension contributions (currently 3%, as mandated by the UK Government) and access to a cycle-to-work scheme.

About the charity

Vision

We want every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.

Mission

There’s never a good time for a cancer diagnosis, but in your 20s, 30s or 40s there are challenges to navigate, like work, dating, finances and more.  We’re here to help you deal with everything that your diagnosis brings, before, during and after treatment, and to welcome you into our community.

Our values

1. Inclusive - Our services are open to anyone in their 20s, 30s and 40s with a cancer diagnosis, no matter what type or stage, when your diagnosis was, or whatever your background is.

2. Approachable - We want everyone in our Shine community to feel welcomed and able to get involved, and we design all our services to be friendly, fun and down-to-earth.

3. Authentic - We’re patient-led and passionate, and we want everyone involved to have a genuine and honest voice, with patients’ voices at the heart of our work.

4. Innovative - As a small charity, we’re adaptable and agile, and we seek to be responsive to needs as they change. We listen to what our Shine community is saying and strive to find practical solutions.

5. Empowering - Our services aren’t about us “doing” to or for you. We want to empower you to ask the right questions, get the right information, take control, and make the best decisions for yourself.

Third Solutions is proud to be partnering with a dynamic and growing national health and research charity in the search for a passionate and skilled Legacy and Individual Giving Lead. This is a pivotal role that will drive essential income to support world-leading research, life-saving advocacy, and compassionate, person-centred care.

As the Legacy and Individual Giving Lead, you will drive the charity's legacy marketing programme, from strategic development to execution. You'll lead campaigns to recruit and retain legacy supporters, creating compelling content across digital (web, email, and social) and traditional (print and advertising) platforms. Your work will strengthen donor engagement and maximise legacy and individual giving income.

This is a hybrid role, split between their Buckinghamshire office and home working.

Responsibilities:

* In collaboration with the Individual Giving and Philanthropy Manager, you will develop and evolve the Legacy Marketing Programme.
* Optimise and drive supporter journeys to increase propensity to give and drive loyalty and consideration among prospects.
* Execute and evaluate multi-channel Legacy and in memory fundraising campaigns, across direct mail, email, and social media and fundraising platforms, to maximise giving.
* Create inspiring reports and updates for funders that demonstrate the impact of their support and demonstrate first class stewardship.

Skills/Experience Required:
* Have worked in a charity legacy marketing and individual giving fundraising team.
* Strong understanding of end-to-end fundraising supporter journeys, including legacy and individual giving: in particular regular giving and/or membership.
* Experience of acquiring, converting and stewarding existing and new supporters through to legacy (acquisition and retention).
* Up to date, working knowledge of legacy platforms and latest initiatives.

The Candidate
Experience in legacy fundraising and marketing, with multi-channel campaign delivery.
A passion for providing excellent supporter stewardship, donor care and enjoys writing compelling content.
Ideally an interest in growing into a manager as the team and income develops.

What they offer
27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the ability to buy and sell annual leave
Access to shopping discounts and cashback with thousands of retailers
Free on-site parking and onsite café
Group Pension
Life Assurance (2x your annual salary)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.ill

We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic and creative individual with experience of working with children and families to join a small but highly motivated team. You will have the opportunity to see the impact that your role and that of the wider charity makes to the children and families we support.

Our mission as a charity is to create brighter todays and better tomorrow for the children and families of Noah’s Ark. The Sparkle Fund plays a vital role in the first part of that mission, creating brighter days for inpatient families by delivering our ‘over and above’ service on the wards. Due to the popularity and success of this project and following a very successful The Big Give campaign in December 2024, we are looking to expand the team.

There are many ways in which you will be providing joy, fun and moments of sparkle to the patients and families in the hospital. The role is very varied, and no two days are the same! In any given week you could be organising hospital wide activities for Easter, celebrating a birthday with a long-term patient, arranging for a massage therapist to provide a break for parents, and distributing essentials packs for a family arriving to hospital in an emergency.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Global Fundraising Team at this Global Charity. As the organisation experiences growth in legacy income both within the UK and increasingly across international markets, the Legacy Officer role has been created to support in the pivotal task of enhancing the capacity to manage the caseload of legacies.

The role involves maintaining detailed records, managing data in CRM systems, and supporting income forecasting and reporting. A key part of the role is building strong relationships with executors, solicitors, and internal teams to ensure smooth estate administration.

The role can be PT or FT (please specify on application preference) For those working more than 0.6 FTE, the role also includes supporting legacy marketing campaigns and contributing to international programme development.

This is a Surrey based Hybrid role with 2 days a week in the office.

The Charity
A passionate charity dedicated to paving the way for a new era where people, wildlife and the planet thrive, with a strategy focused on mobilising a movement and delivering key legislative reforms. The charity offer a range of benefits including flexible working, learning and development opportunities, a generous 10% pension and an employee assistance programme.

The Role
Assist in the administration of UK and international legacy gifts.
Maintain and update legacy data in CRM systems.
Assist in forecasting legacy income by analysing historical data and trends to contribute to financial planning and strategy.

If role more than 0.6 FTE Supporting Legacy Marketing
Campaign Delivery Assist the Legacy Marketing Manager with the planning, briefing and delivery of campaign activity.
Legacy Supporter Stewardship Work alongside the Supporter Engagement Team to ensure legacy enquiries are followed up and legacy pledgers are thanked and stewarded.

The Candidate
Experience in UK legacy admin
istration.
Strong analytical and forecasting skills, with attention to detail in reporting and financial management.
High level of literacy and communication skills, both written and oral.
Experience of using a CRM.
A proven track record in managing a complex caseload of legacy gifts, ensuring compliance and maximising income is desirable.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Are you passionate about supporting young people and want to help drive meaningful change? We’re looking for a proactive and organised Youth Projects Coordinator to join our dynamic Fearless team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in a national youth-focused initiative that makes a real difference.

Working part-time (22.5 hours per week) in a hybrid role based out of our Head Office, you’ll support our network of Outreach Workers across the UK, build partnerships with youth organisations, and help professionals feel confident sharing the Fearless message. From delivering presentations to analysing key data and supporting our digital content, no two days will be the same.

We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational and communication skills, who’s comfortable with data, digital tools, and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. If you're ready to bring your energy, creativity, and commitment to youth empowerment, we’d love to hear from you.