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The Finance Director is responsible for all aspects of the group's finances (National Federation of Music Societies, trading as Making Music and its trading subsidiary), to ensure accurate and complete recording of all financial transactions, adherence to internal controls and procedures, and timely and effective analysis and reporting to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and other budget holders, the Finance & Compliance Committee and the Board of Trustees.
The Finance Director post is an integral part of the charity's senior management team, working closely with the Chief Executive, the Deputy CEO Advocacy and Lobbying and the Marketing Director, setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring it has the financial systems and resources to implement its strategy.
The role line-manages and oversees the work of the Finance Manager who runs the day-to-day financial accounting processes, with the help of two Finance Administrators.
The role also leads on supporting members with finances, e.g. leading Treasurers' events, relevant website resources and responding to finance-related consultations.
The 2.5 days (18.75 hours) per week can be worked flexibly, and at least some of them from home, by agreement with your line manager. We would expect you to spend at least 1 days each week in our London office in Moorgate.
This is a friendly team, and our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and nice places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Implementation
Partner with the CEO to translate IMO’s strategic plan into a clear organisational roadmap with defined milestones, priorities and success measures. You will work collaboratively with the CEO to agree the order in which elements of the strategy should be prioritised, before turning this into the roadmap, milestones and delivery framework.
Work with the CEO and trustees to:
- Define strategic workstreams
- Establish measurable organisational KPIs
- Identify capability gaps and development needs
- Develop a structured strategy implementation framework that enables effective delivery across the organisation
Operating Model Design
Partner with the CEO to co-design IMO’s future operating model. This is a collaborative process, you will work closely with the CEO from the outset to shape the vision, ensuring the model reflects organisational priorities and is set up for successful implementation.
This will include:
- Programme structure and service architecture
- Governance and decision-making frameworks
- Internal processes and ways of working
- Data, reporting and impact measurement systems
- Team structures and capability requirements
Ensure the model supports sustainable growth, stronger partnerships and improved impact outcomes.
Business Planning and Financial Modelling
Develop a clear strategic business case underpinning the new strategy. This will include:
- Financial projections
- Income pipeline modelling
- Investment requirements
- Scenario planning for growth and risk
Provide analysis and recommendations to support board-level decision making.
Programme & Transformation Management
Act as programme lead for key strategic initiatives, including:
- Scaling of youth employability programmes
- Strengthening organisational infrastructure
- Development of a standalone mental health service
Develop and manage a comprehensive implementation plan, ensuring:
- Clear timelines
- Resource alignment
- Risk management
- Delivery accountability
Maintain a live transformation risk register and ensure issues are addressed proactively.
Stakeholder Engagement & Organisational Change
Work closely with the CEO to support organisational alignment around the new strategy. Responsibilities include:
- Facilitating internal workshops and planning sessions
- Supporting senior staff to translate strategy into operational delivery
- Communicating progress to trustees and key partners
- Managing organisational change and maintaining momentum
Act as a trusted advisor and sounding board to the CEO throughout the transformation process.
Qualifications
Formal project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent) - Desirable
Experience
Proven experience leading strategy implementation, organisational transformation or operating model design - Essential
Experience working in growing or evolving organisations where structures, systems or programmes needed to be developed or scaled - Essential
Demonstrated success managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and limited resources - Essential
Experience developing business cases, strategic plans or financial models to support organisational decision making - Essential
Strong track record of delivering initiatives from concept through to implementation - Essential
Experience working in the charity, social enterprise or public sector environment - Desirable
Experience working closely with CEOs, boards or senior leadership teams - Desirable
Understanding of youth services, employability, public health or community development sectors - Desirable
Skills/Attributes
Ability to translate high-level strategy into practical operational delivery - Essential
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Essential
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels - Essential
Highly organised and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously - Essential
Comfortable operating with high levels of autonomy and responsibility - Essential
A pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset - Essential
Your CV should include the names and contact details of two referees. It should also include your notice required from an existing employer.
Please limit your CV to two sides of A4. Your cover note should also be limited to two sides of A4.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Help us build connections, reduce loneliness, and create communities where people in later life truly belong.
Lead fundraising and partnerships for a relational charity making a meaningful difference every day.
Evergreen Care UK is a values-led charity rooted in a Christian ethos, supporting people in later life to stay connected, independent, and valued. Through our community cafés and services, we create welcoming spaces where relationships flourish, and people feel a genuine sense of belonging. We welcome people of all faiths and none, guided by our values of Compassion, Dignity, Connection and Trust.
We are now looking for a Fundraising & Partnerships Lead to play a vital role in sustaining and growing this work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our income generation while also being hands-on, building relationships, securing funding, and helping us tell our story with clarity and impact.
About the role
Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you will develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising and partnerships approach that supports Evergreen’s long-term vision.
You will:
- Develop and implement a fundraising and partnerships strategy aligned with our mission
- Secure income through trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising
- Research, write and manage high-quality funding applications and reports
- Build and nurture strong relationships with funders, churches, businesses and supporters
- Act as an ambassador for Evergreen across the community and at events
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to gather impact stories and data
- Track income, manage records and report progress effectively
A relational and enabling role
As a small charity, how we work matters as much as what we do. This role is not just about delivering fundraising—it’s about building capacity and community.
You will:
- Create meaningful opportunities for volunteers to contribute to fundraising activity
- Support and empower others to play a part in sustaining Evergreen’s work
- Balance hands-on delivery with enabling shared ownership and long-term sustainability
Who we’re looking for
You’ll be someone who combines strong fundraising capability with a relational, values-led approach.
We’re looking for:
- Experience securing income through fundraising, grants, partnerships or similar
- Excellent written communication skills and the ability to tell compelling stories
- Confidence in building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- An understanding of ethical fundraising and data protection
- Alignment with our Christian ethos and values
Why join Evergreen?
This is a unique opportunity to join a small, passionate team where your work will have a direct and visible impact. You’ll help shape the future of the organisation while enabling more people in later life to experience connection, dignity and belonging.
Evergreen Care UK plays a vital role in preventing loneliness and supporting independence among older people across Bexley and Dartford.
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Role Purpose
The Head of Philanthropy is accountable for delivering significant philanthropic income for Justice & Care, including through personally secured major gifts, alongside building and leading a high-performing philanthropy function.
The postholder will design and execute the philanthropy strategy, hold and actively manage a portfolio of major donors and prospects, and personally secure five- and sixfigure gifts through direct relationship management and solicitation.
This is a hands-on income-generating role: the Head of Philanthropy will lead from the front on donor cultivation, stewardship and asking, while also setting direction, prioritising effort and building capability within the team to maximise long-term philanthropic income.
They will work closely with the Global Director of Fundraising on key relationships and strategic opportunities, supporting the growth of philanthropy across the UK and expansion into the US and emerging markets.
This role combines senior-level leadership with significant personal income delivery; candidates should expect to spend a substantial proportion of their time directly engaging donors and securing major gifts.
Global Scope
This role will support the growth of philanthropy across multiple markets, including strengthening the UK portfolio and developing opportunities in the US and emerging markets (e.g. Middle East), working closely with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver market-specific approaches.
Main Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
1. Strategic Leadership and Income Delivery
- Lead the development and delivery of the philanthropy strategy, with a clear focuson generating major donor income in the UK and driving growth in the US and emerging markets
- Be accountable for achieving philanthropy income targets, including through personally secured major gifts, working closely with the Global Director of Fundraising
- Translate organisational priorities into fundable propositions and compelling donor opportunities
- Actively shape and drive the philanthropy pipeline, making clear, evidence-based decisions about where time and effort are invested
- Work with the CEO, Board and senior leaders to prepare and support major donor asks, including co-solicitation where appropriate
2. Major Gifts and New Business
- Personally manage and grow a portfolio of high-value donors and prospects, typically at £25k-£250k+ level
- Lead all stages of the donor journey: identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship
- Personally secure new major gifts through one-to-one relationship building, tailored proposals and direct asks
- Develop and maintain a live pipeline of prospective donors with clearly defined next steps
- Take primary responsibility for preparing and delivering high-value asks, working closely with the CEO, Board members and Global Director of Fundraising
- Convert access to senior networks into tangible income outcomes
3. Team Leadership and Development
- Line manage and develop the Philanthropy Specialist and future members of the team
- Build capability within the team to support pipeline growth, donor stewardship and future expansion of the philanthropy function
- Establish strong ways of working, including prioritisation, pipeline management and CRM discipline
- Set clear objectives and KPIs for the team
4. Events and Strategic Engagement
- Design and lead a programme of philanthropic events with clear income andpipeline objectives
- Personally leverage high-value donor events to progress relationships towards major gifts
- Use international engagement and trips selectively where they support donor cultivation and solicitation
- Represent Justice & Care in philanthropic networks to generate new donor relationships
5. Pipeline, CRM and Reporting
- Own and maintain a live, decision-ready major donor pipeline
- Ensure robust pipeline management and accurate forecasting
- Maintain high-quality CRM data and reporting (Salesforce)
- Provide strategic insight on income performance, risks and opportunities
6. Other ad hoc duties
- Collaborate across the organisation to support delivery of shared objectives
- Contribute to cross-functional projects and organisational initiatives
- Undertake other tasks as required to support Development Team and organisational priorities
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Reports to: CEO
Location: Leighton Buzzard / Hybrid
Hours: 3–4 days per week (0.6–0.8 FTE)
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)
Duration: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Management Accountant to play a central role in ensuring strong financial management, robust controls, and high-quality reporting across KidsOut. Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, you will provide clear, strategic financial insight while also taking a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations, shaping processes, strengthening governance, and supporting sustainable growth. This is an opportunity to contribute at both a strategic and operational level within a collaborative and well-established organisation.
We are looking for someone who thrives in a supportive, values-led environment and is confident communicating financial information to a range of stakeholders. In return, KidsOut offers a flexible, part-time role with hybrid working, a welcoming team culture, and a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will have the autonomy to lead financial management while working alongside committed colleagues. If you are ready to bring your expertise to a role where your contribution will be recognised and valued, we encourage you to apply.
Application Process:
Closing date: 5th May
First stage interviews (online): w/b 11th May
Second stage interviews and assessment (at our office in-person): TBC
How to apply:
Please upload your CV (no more than 2 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 600 words) outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
To bring moments of joy, fun and hope that aid the healing and recovery of children impacted by domestic abuse.


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Help ensure strong financial foundations for a charity where people in later life can connect, belong and thrive.
Use your finance expertise to support meaningful community impact every day.
Evergreen Care UK is a relational charity rooted in a Christian ethos, guided by our values of Compassion, Dignity, Connection and Trust. We welcome and serve people of all faiths and none.
Through our community cafés and services, we support people in later life to remain independent, reduce loneliness, and stay connected to their communities. We believe ageing is something to be celebrated, and that every person has gifts, stories, and experiences worth valuing.
We are now looking for an experienced and trustworthy Finance Lead to play a vital role in the sustainability and growth of our organisation. This is a high-trust, part-time role where your work will directly enable Evergreen’s services to continue and expand.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Treasurer, you will bring clarity, insight and confidence to our financial management—supporting good decision-making, strong governance, and responsible stewardship of resources.
About the role
This is both a strategic and hands-on role. You will take ownership of financial reporting, year-end accounts, and internal controls, while ensuring the organisation remains compliant and financially well-managed.
You will:
- Prepare monthly management accounts and provide clear financial insight to leadership and trustees
- Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts in line with charity SORP
- Support the independent examination process and ensure timely regulatory submissions
- Monitor budgets, cash flow and restricted funds, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Maintain strong financial controls and support good governance
- Provide oversight of bookkeeping and day-to-day financial processes
A collaborative and relational role
As part of a small team, how we work matters as much as what we do. You will work closely with colleagues, contributing to a culture of trust, collaboration and shared responsibility. Your role will help ensure that financial systems support—not hinder—the delivery of impactful, people-centred services.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who combines strong financial expertise with a thoughtful, values-led approach.
You will bring:
- Proven experience in a similar finance role, with responsibility for financial reporting and year-end accounts
- Experience producing management accounts and financial reports
- A strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
- Working knowledge of charity SORP (or willingness to develop this)
- Confidence in building relationships and communicating financial information clearly
- Alignment with our values and comfort working within a Christian ethos
Experience in the charity sector, supporting trustees, or working with systems such as Liberty Accounts (or similar, e.g. Xero) would be advantageous.
Why join Evergreen?
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a small, relational charity where your work has direct and visible impact. Your financial leadership will help ensure more people in later life experience connection, dignity and belonging.
You’ll benefit from a flexible, part-time role that can work around other commitments, while working closely with senior leadership in a trusted and valued position.
Please submit your CV along with a short covering statement (no more than 1–2 pages) outlining:
Your experience in a similar finance role, including responsibility for financial reporting and year-end accounts
Your experience of working with charities or purpose-driven organisations (if applicable)
Why this role appeals to you and how your values align with Evergreen Care UK
We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate both strong technical expertise and a relational, values-led approach to their work.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role before applying, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Evergreen Care UK plays a vital role in preventing loneliness and supporting independence among older people across Bexley and Dartford.
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Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
· Role: Finance Director
· Location: Shifnal, Hybrid (1–2 days per week WFH post‑probation)
· Salary: £90,000–£95,000 per annum
· Closing date: 09:00 Monday 27 April 2026
About Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
Play a lead role in the financial future of one of the UK's most advanced pre-hospital critical care charities.
When someone suffers a traumatic injury or life‑threatening medical emergency, every second matters. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) exists to save lives by saving time - bringing hospital‑level intervention directly to scenes of critical need across six counties, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For more than three decades, our clinicians have delivered treatments usually only found inside an A&E department: pre‑hospital emergency anaesthesia, advanced drugs, surgical interventions, and rapid blood transfusion. Every mission we fly - more than 80,000 since our formation - is funded entirely by public generosity. We receive no NHS or Government funding. Our ability to save lives depends on the strength, foresight and resilience of our finances.
We are now entering a pivotal phase. We are diversifying our income model, expanding clinical training programmes, developing new commercial opportunities, and deepening our partnerships with NHS Trusts. As Finance Director, you will play a central role in shaping this next chapter – ensuring that our lifesaving work remains financially sustainable, strategic, and ready for what the future demands.
Why this role matters
Behind every rapid-response helicopter launch is a complex, high-trust financial system that must be robust, transparent and agile. The external environment remains challenging, with income pressures, rising operational costs and changing clinical demand. Against this backdrop, MAAC is committed to strengthening its resilience, investing in data-driven insight, and expanding its impact.
Our ability to continue offering world-class pre-hospital care depends on a financial strategy that protects today’s service while enabling long-term innovation. Working collaboratively with the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the Finance Director plays a lead role in ensuring that our financial decisions are bold but responsible, that our financial resources are deployed authentically in service of patient need, and that colleagues - from frontline clinicians to volunteers - are supported by stable, assured financial stewardship.
This is a mission-led role of real consequence. You will hold a unique vantage point across the entire organisation: playing a lead role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust financial stewardship and cost management, safeguarding financial risk, and enabling confident, evidence-based financial decision-making at executive and Board level.
Your contribution
· Provide strategic financial leadership that strengthens resilience, supports growth and ensures MAAC is future-ready.
· Build trusted relationships across the Board, Executive, Senior Leadership Team and clinical leaders - becoming a critical partner in financial organisational planning.
· Lead Group-wide financial stewardship across charity and trading operations, securing robust controls and transparent reporting. Ensure financial systems, processes and controls remain best-in-class, enabling clarity, accountability and operational confidence.
· Steward financial risk and compliance, including oversight of the investment portfolio, reserves strategy and financial statutory obligations.
· Report to the Audit and Risk Committee and Board of Trustees to provide assurance that financial controls are adequate, appropriate and operating effectively – supporting Trustees in carrying out their governance responsibilities.
· Play a lead role in shaping our long-term financial plan, working collaboratively to manage costs and grow income through innovation and diversification.
· Model values-led leadership, supporting the development, wellbeing and capability of a high-performing Finance team.
What you will help shape
· A financially confident organisation that is able to meet changing clinical demand with innovation and resilience.
· A sustainable, diversified income base that protects our independence and reflects our bold ambitions.
· Strong evidence-led decision-making, driven by high-quality financial insight, strategic modelling and scenario planning.
· Continuous improvement in financial stewardship, risk, compliance and transparency.
· An inclusive, collaborative and values-led culture consistent with MAAC’s commitment to dignity, respect and equity.
· The organisation’s future as a national Centre of Excellence for clinical training, underpinned by sound financial investment and planning.
Few roles offer this combination of purpose, complexity and impact. As Finance Director, you will directly support one of the country’s most vital emergency care services - protecting the integrity of today’s operations while building the foundations for the services of tomorrow.
If you are motivated by mission, inspired by challenge and ready to play a defining part in the future of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and lifesaving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.



We’re looking for a Volunteer Experience Manager to support our incredible volunteers and their pets, who bring joy and comfort to people across hospitals, care homes, schools and communities nationwide.
What you’ll do
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you’ll:
- Lead and develop our Volunteer Experience Team, who provide day-to-day phone and email support to our 6,000 volunteers, ensuring volunteers receive outstanding support from first enquiry to retirement
- Support our network of around 80 Volunteer Area Coordinators, helping them support local PAT volunteers
- Deliver our Volunteer Engagement Strategy, making volunteering with PAT easy, rewarding and well‑supported
About you
You’ll bring:
- Proven experience in volunteer management
- Great people management
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Experience in managing busy, volunteer‑facing services
- Experience using CRM systems and working with data and KPIs.
- A hands‑on, friendly leadership style and a genuine commitment to PAT’s mission.
Why join us?
Alongside working with inspiring volunteers and their amazing pets, you’ll enjoy:
- 28 days annual leave
- Hybrid working
- Health cash‑back plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts and flu vaccination
- Dog‑friendly office
- Opportunities to attend events such as Crufts
Pets As Therapy is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from everyone.
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Chief Executive Officer at Newcastle University Students' Union
Salary: £86,892 – £97,973 per annum. In line with NUSU's Pay Policy, new starters are typically placed at the bottom of the scale, with annual increments applied thereafter.
Hours: Full-time
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Contract: Permanent
About Newcastle University Students' Union
Atkinson HR are pleased to be supporting Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) in the search for their next CEO. NUSU is a dynamic, student-led organisation at the heart of one of the UK's leading research universities. They exist to represent, support, and enrich the lives of students, providing outstanding services, championing student welfare, and creating a vibrant community in which every student can thrive.
This is a genuinely exciting moment to join NUSU.
About the Role
As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide overall leadership and management of NUSU, setting and delivering the organisation's strategic direction in close partnership with elected Student Officers and the Board of Trustees.
You will empower student leaders to fulfil their democratic mandate, lead a high-performing Senior Leadership Team, and ensure that everything you do is anchored in the needs and aspirations of the student membership. Maintaining a collaborative and constructive relationship with Newcastle University will be central to your success.
NUSU operates a diverse range of services, including a well-established commercial offer that plays an important role in supporting the organisation’s wider aims. You will provide strategic oversight of this activity, ensuring it remains sustainable, values-driven, and responsive to student needs.
We are looking for an innovative and forward-thinking leader who is open to new ideas and approaches. You will be an engaging and approachable people-person, able to build strong relationships, inspire confidence, and create an environment where colleagues and student leaders feel empowered to contribute and thrive.
You will hold overall accountability for the financial performance, legal compliance, and reputation of the organisation, ensuring NUSU remains sustainable, credible, and responsive to the evolving demands of the higher education sector,
About You
NUSU are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with a genuine passion for student experience and higher education. You will bring a proven track record of leading complex organisations, managing diverse teams, and driving meaningful change, alongside the emotional intelligence to work effectively with a democratically elected student leadership.
You will be financially astute, commercially aware, and confident navigating governance and compliance responsibilities. Equally, you will be a skilled relationship builder with the ability to work in genuine partnership with the University, external stakeholders, and the wider Students' Union sector.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is non-negotiable. You will champion a culture in which every student and staff member feels valued, heard, and able to contribute.
How to Apply
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For an informal conversation about the role and application process, please contact Atkinson HR via. the information in the candidate pack.
Key Dates
Closing date: Midday, 5th May 2026
Longlist Interviews (Remote): Tuesday 19th May 2026
Final Stage Interviews (In-person, Newcastle upon Tyne): Tuesday 2nd June 2026
Science matters more than ever. At a moment of real opportunity, this is a chance to lead an organisation that sits at the heart of the scientific community.
Location: Hybrid - home and central London office.
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 11th May 2026
Who we are
The Science Council is a Royal Charter body and registered charity, connecting over 30 professional bodies and learned societies across science. Together, this community represents scientists, technicians and educators working across disciplines and sectors.
We connect the science professions and provide professional recognition that supports individuals, strengthens employers and benefits society. Through our registers, our partnerships and our convening role, we help raise standards, encourage innovation and support a workforce that is increasingly vital to public life.
About the role
With a new strategy in its early stages, growing policy engagement and a clear ambition to strengthen long term sustainability, this is a pivotal moment for the Science Council, as we seek our next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Working closely with the Chair and Board, you will lead the organisation to deliver its strategy with clarity and momentum. You will bring together and work with more than 30 diverse member organisations, each with different sizes, structures and scientific focuses, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs understood. You will also help to align priorities and deepen collaboration across the wider science ecosystem, building strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.
The role balances strategic leadership with a hands-on approach. You will lead a skilled and committed team, ensuring the organisation is well run, financially sustainable and able to respond to opportunities as they emerge. At the same time, you will be an external voice for the Science Council, building relationships with government, employers and opinion formers, and strengthening the organisation’s visibility and influence.
Central to the role is a focus on growth and relevance. This includes expanding professional registration, developing new partnerships and identifying opportunities to diversify income while staying true to the organisation’s purpose.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a leader who is motivated by public benefit and the role science plays in society. You may come from within the science community, a professional or membership body, or a related sector. What matters most is your ability to lead in a complex, multi stakeholder environment and to bring people together around a shared purpose.
You will bring experience of leading an organisation or significant function through a period of growth or change and have the credibility to engage with senior stakeholders across policy, industry and the professions. We need someone with a strong understanding of governance and the ability to work closely with a Board and the ability to balance strategic thinking with delivery, in a relatively small and agile organisation.
A commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to creating environments where people can contribute and belong is crucial and we are particularly interested in leaders who listen carefully, build trust and are comfortable working across boundaries. Above all, you will be thoughtful and collaborative, with the confidence to make decisions and guide the organisation through its next phase.
Closing date: 9 a.m. Monday 11th May 2026.
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As a local grant maker, Young Camden Foundation's grants processes and operations are key to our success. This role will suit an adaptable and organised team player, who is up for a challenge and keen to learn.
You will lead and develop YCF’s significant grant-giving programmes, organising and improving the grants process, keeping donors in the loop, and communicating the impact of the small grants programmes, and coordinating support from the team to ensure this work is well supported. In this role you will oversee both YCF’s small grants programmes to members, and also YCF’s delivery of the Holiday Activities & Food Programme, which together amount to around £900,000 per year in grants out to Camden’s youth sector.
You will lead on YCF’s operations, including clerking to the Board of Trustees, ensuring timely applications and reporting to funders, and overseeing all aspects of YCF’s operations. You will be supported by our Operations & Administrations Apprentice. You will support the CEO across YCF’s partnerships, cultivating our pipeline of funders, including Trusts & Foundations and corporate donors, and spotting and supporting opportunities wherever you can.
As a natural team player working in a small team, you will spot opportunities to support YCF’s membership (especially regarding grants) and the other functions of YCF’s work. As a place based organisation, you will ensure you are known in the local community, and amongst our key stakeholders, including grassroots VCS partners, Camden Council, and our key funders.
Along with the CEO and the Head of Membership & Impact, you will support YCF’s partnerships, including with business neighbours, spotting opportunities to amplify YCF’s work. In this important and dynamic role you will lead on both, working closely with the CEO to also support fundraising and partnerships.
Main Purpose of the Role
Grants management:
· Grants management: You will direct and lead the YCF small grants programmes (including Small & Mighty Fund, Holiday Opportunities Fund and Heads Up Mental Health Fund, of around £150,000 p.a.), including leading on design and guidelines, engagement with YCF’s grants committee structures, and reporting back to Trustees and funders. You will lead on grants decisions processes and communications, as part of YCF’s membership offer. You will oversee all due diligence processes as part of YCF’s grant giving offer, and ensure smooth reporting cycles with grantees
· Strategic oversight of HAF: Strategic leadership of the Camden HAF programme, overseeing the HAF Programme Manager in the stewardship of this DfE programme, and retaining oversight of key deliverables, together with the Heads of Children’s Commissioning at Camden Council
Fundraising and reporting:
· Fundraising: You will maintain our pipeline of supporters, including of our grants rounds, and lead reporting for YCF’s grants and core funding to funders, supported by the team. You will ensure timely funding applications submissions Together with the Head of Membership & Impact, you will support the CEO in all fundraising for YCF and our programmes, including identifying funding and partnership opportunities, drafting bids and pitches, and so on.
· Reporting: You will oversee and deliver timely reporting across YCF’s funders. You will manage and be supported by the Operations Apprentice to ensure smooth and timely processes. You will ensure YCF’s monitoring and evaluation frameworks are fit for purpose. You will work with the rest of the team to ensure this function is properly and efficiently supported, and will proactively identify ways to more efficiently record and report on information to funders, including effective use of our CRM.
Operations and governance:
· Operational leadership: You will be responsible for YCF’s operational running as an organisation, ensuring our processes are smooth and fit for purpose. In practice, this may include supporting the CEO in operational and strategic planning, supporting budget oversight (and leading in the areas of grants). Supported by the Operations Apprentice, you will oversee YCF’s HR processes for onboarding, recruitment and so on.
· Governance: You will support YCF’s governance processes, due diligence and compliance, ensuring YCF is compliant with our charitable obligations, and ensure our policies are up to date and we are compliant with them.
· Board minute taking: You will take minutes of YCF’s Board meetings, and ensure actions are followed up with, and oversee the Operations Apprentice in the setting up of meetings and logistics. You will support the CEO and Chair with the preparation of papers, as needed.
Management and leadership
· Management: You will manage two important roles for YCF, modelling leadership at YCF, alongside the CEO and the Head of Membership & Impact
· Representing YCF: You will represent the organisation at a senior level at external events, including via speaking opportunities
Please download the job specification for full details of this role, as well as our essential and desirable criteria, against which applications will be reviewed.
YCF is a membership organisation, supporting 170+ Camden-based charities and CICs that offer services and support to children and young people.

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Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director of Development will have responsibility for the leadership for innovation, improvement, and development at the Bikeability Trust. The role ensures the Trust fulfils its development commitments under the Active Travel England (ATE) grant agreement to deliver a high-quality national cycle training programmes, and drive forward the Trust’s 2025–2035 strategic ambitions.
This post oversees the development and delivery training guidance, evidence-based pilot projects, digital learning products, and cross sector partnerships, ensuring the Bikeability programme remains effective, future-focused and aligned with Government priorities.
Part time or flexible working offered
Equipping more than five million children with the skills and confidence to cycle on today’s roads
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As the Interim Director of Services, you will join our Leadership Team as the driving force behind our service delivery and performance, cultivating an inclusive and supportive culture.
The successful candidate will bring strong operational leadership and a deep understanding of mental health services. They will be committed to building trusted, empowered teams and strengthening authentic partnerships that reflect the diversity and needs of our local communities.
The Interim Director of Services will have overall responsibility for the strategic oversight and operational management of MindTHNR services, ensuring services are user-led, safe, evidence-based, and sustainable. Working as part of the Leadership Team and reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will champion the internal culture at MindTHNR, specifically driving forward our commitment to being a truly anti-discriminatory and inclusive organisation and creating space for honest conversations and feedback.
We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrable experience in a senior operations role and is excited by the challenge of leading high-impact and successful operations teams.
We endeavour to make sure that everyone with a mental health or emotional issue has somewhere to turn for advice and support.



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The Philharmonia is seeking a confident, bright and well-organised Co-ordinator to support the CEO and wider Executive Team in their role as leaders, by supporting with research, artistic planning co-ordination, external and internal stakeholder and project liaison as well as diary management.
Ready to fast track your career in concerts or general management for an orchestra? This role will suit an ambitious music or arts administrator, who is both knowledgeable and passionate about orchestral music. This is a phenomenal opportunity for a proactive and highly self-motivated individual to gain insight into all aspects of senior orchestral management.
You will be able to evidence skills at problem solving, project work and relationship management and must show discretion and tact when dealing with matters of a confidential nature. You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and good technical music knowledge.
Working in a fast-paced, busy environment, the Co-ordinator will have the ability to think outside the box and provide effective solutions to everyday operational challenges swiftly and calmly.
The role is based full-time at our Bankside Office in London, with regular attendance at concerts, board and committee meetings and donor events, which often occur outside office hours.
Key Responsibilities
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Acting as first point of contact for the Executive Office, ensuring it functions smoothly and efficiently by liaising and coordinating with other members of the Executive, the Board and external stakeholders
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Managing the CEO’s diary, scheduling appointments and arranging travel itineraries; making bookings, arranging payments, maintaining simple budgetary and expenses records
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Handling calls and correspondence, preparing briefing documents and presentations, managing annual cycle of concert invitations
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Supporting the artistic planning function with research and project work on repertoire and artists
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Managing the repertoire clash-checking process, including accurate and up-to-date record-keeping and season co-ordination with Southbank Centre
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Supporting the CEO and Board Secretary by ensuring that day-to-day governance arrangements are working effectively; providing administrative support to the Board and other Committees including drafting and checking agendas, collating and circulating papers, professional minute-taking, pursuing of agreed actions, booking and setting up meeting spaces
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Leading on specific projects or initiatives for the Executive, under the direction of the CEO
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Looking after day-to-day building/office operations as part of a team
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Handling a range of conflicting priorities and ensuring the CEO’s office maintains an open and outward-facing approach, while dealing with all matters in a confidential and timely manner, being trusted implicitly with sensitive information
Skills and Qualifications
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Graduate level with 2 years’ professional work experience
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A background in the arts is desirable, either having studied arts administration/music/ management or with relevant comparable experience working in an arts organisation
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Experience carrying out programme, artist and music industry research
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Confidence in report writing and presenting is essential, with excellent MS Office skills
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Good knowledge of artists, orchestral repertoire and the classical music business
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Strong admin talents – this role is admin heavy
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Highly organised and process-driven
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Meticulous attention to detail
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Proactive and solutions-oriented approach, demonstrating a high degree of self-motivation
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Excellent communication and relationship building skills
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Flexible attitude and enjoys working in a demanding and ever-changing environment
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Strong work ethic including time management and ability to work to deadlines
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Demonstrates absolute discretion when handling confidential or commercially sensitive information
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Our Operations Director will lead the development of the operational infrastructure required to scale Fruitful Work nationally and internationally. Working in close partnership with the Founder & CEO, this role takes ownership of the systems, processes, team and organisational rhythms that enable the charity to grow rapidly and sustainably. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys building from the ground up, turning vision into reliable execution, and creating the foundations that allow a small team to deliver outsized impact.
You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the organisation and lead the recruitment and management of a growing operations team as Fruitful Work expands.
Please see our attached candidate pack for the full role description
All-in Careers for Jesus | Equipping students and young adults for strategic careers that make disciples
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