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We are looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial individual who has a passion for our mission at Smart Works Newcastle to drive referrals to the service and delivery of our strategic plan.

As Outreach Lead, you will be responsible for looking after and developing our important partnerships with our referrers. You will be the face of Smart Works North East in the local community, which in practice means presenting to partners and potential clients, attending job fairs and events, and identifying opportunities of partnership working to encourage referrals. 

Working in close collaboration with the rest of the Smart Works North East team, you will take a joined up approach to implement the outreach strategy in the north east, and manage our network of over 150 referral partners with the aim of doubling the number of women we support. 

This role would be perfect for someone who loves meeting new people, and able to speak passionately about our service to a range of different audiences. The role would be based at our Smart Works centre in Newcastle, with frequent off-site attendance of events, meetings and presentations across the region. There may be occasional evening and weekend work as the successful candidate will be part of the wider centre team, helping with networking and key events support. As part of the wider service delivery team, you will also play an active role in ensuring our volunteer-powered service is delivered to the highest possible standard in our centres.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter (see job pack for details of questions) via our portal by 12 noon on Monday 1st December.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead the creation of high-quality, visitor-focused experiences at one of the UK’s most iconic heritage sites.  This role offers the opportunity to combine creative vision, strategic thinking, and leadership to make a meaningful impact on audiences and the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Experience Development Manager (EDM) to oversee the development and delivery of high-quality, visitor-focused products and experiences across the historic site.  As a senior member of the Commercial and Operations team, the EDM will contribute to the sustainable operation of the museum, support the preservation of the Trust’s heritage buildings and ships, and drive growth in visitor engagement and commercial income.

The role includes leading flagship events and experiences, including family activities, the Call the Midwife Official Location Tour, Mission Christmas, and major annual events such as Armed Forces Day.  The EDM will co-lead one of CHDT’s largest staff groups alongside the Visitor Operations Manager, ensuring a high-quality, safe, and cohesive visitor experience across all areas of the site.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Finance and Operations Administrator with French and/or Spanish (Spoken) skills, for this International Charity, working in developing countries. Based in Central London. (Hybrid working)

• REPORTING TO: CEO
• CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid)
• PROPOSED SALARY: £35,000 per annum depending on experience
• LOCATION: Central London. (CANDIDATES MUST LIVE IN THE UK. THIS IS HYBRID ROLE. NO OVERSEAS TRAVEL)
• HYBRID WORKING: A minimum of 2 days per week is based at their offices in Central London.
• BENEFITS: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, attractive employer contribution-only pension, private medical insurance cover, excellent working environment.
• HOURS: Full-time, 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS DESIRABLE: French and/or Spanish (Spoken)

About the role: Principal Responsibilities

1. Finance Administration - 60% of role

• Processing grant payments (10-15 weekly) via online banking in line with authorisation limits

• Inputting and updating all incoming and outgoing transactions on QuickBooks.

• Saving payment confirmations on the server and on QuickBooks.

• Scanning and Electronic filing of accounts and finance invoices, receipts, credits.

• Calling organisations in different countries to verify bank account details (as part of anti-fraud checks.)

• Weekly and monthly bank reconciliations. 

• Financial support to CEO and auditors for annual audit.

• Administration of 3 company credit cards and company expenses.

• Ad hoc administration duties to support charity and CEO including communications with the Charity Commission. 

2. Grant assistance – 5%

• Review and edit of grant letters for c.15 grants per year.

• Email liaison with grantees to ensure timely submission of paperwork including annual reports.

3. Assistance to CEO - 25%

• Provide a professional, comprehensive and high-quality executive support to the CEO, including time, diary and email management, travel and accommodation arrangements, expenses, providing support to meetings, drafting appropriate correspondence and document production. 

• Providing project administration support and management of discreet pieces of work relating to the Trustees meeting. 

4. Office Management - 10%

• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence e.g. post, office phone

• Inventory and supplies Ensuring that office has sufficient stationary, kitchen and bathroom supplies

• Facilities: deal with any repairs and cleaning including liaison with cleaning company 

• Organising catering for Trustees meetings x3 annually

• Weekly backup of server

• Event planning: organising company events e.g. strategic planning sessions, visits from grantees, office outings

Person specification

• Outstanding organisational and time-management skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Excellent numerical skills

• Proficient on MS programmes, Sharepoint and accounting packages (QuickBooks ideal)

This Community Foundation are an exceptional group of people who believe that strong, connected communities can transform lives. Their mission is to build thriving communities through effective philanthropy, tackling urgent issues including unaffordable essentials, poor health, loneliness, fear, and lack of opportunity. By nurturing a network of local philanthropists, businesses and public sector partners, they empower small charities and community groups to deliver real, lasting impact. To support their growing donor community, the Foundation is now looking to appoint a Senior Philanthropy Advisor, and Prospectus is delighted to lead the search.

Senior Philanthropy Advisor

Full time, 35 hours per week (part time/flexible hours considered)

Permanent

Hybrid (2 days in Oxford office / home working / on the road)

£40,000 FTE

The Senior Philanthropy Advisor will play a central role in stewarding the Foundation's expanding portfolio of donor-advised funds, working closely with high-net-worth individuals, families, corporates and long-term philanthropic partners. This newly created role is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships, offering exceptional donor care, and helping funders connect with the local causes that matter most to them.

The postholder will manage and deepen relationships with fundholders, ensuring high-quality account management, timely reporting, and warm and effective engagement that inspires continued and increasing support. They will work closely with donors to understand their philanthropic motivations and match them with impactful community organisations. Alongside donor relations, the Senior Philanthropy Advisor will be responsible for coordinating donor-advised grantmaking in partnership with the Foundation's Grants Team. There will also be potential to line manage in this role.

We are looking for a personable individual who enjoys meeting different types of people, listens with curiosity, and builds trust through excellent communication and relationship-management skills. You will bring strong administration, organisational ability and CRM experience, with the confidence to juggle competing priorities in a small, friendly and collaborative team. While experience in donor stewardship or grantmaking is desirable it is not essential.

To Apply:

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

About Equality in Tourism

Women are the backbone of the tourism industry but suffer most from its lack of gender equality and destructive practices. We’re here to change that. 

Our mission is to transform the lives of women in tourism by advocating for gender equality across the industry. We envision a just tourism industry that empowers women and girls, promotes diversity and inclusion, and contributes to the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of local communities.

There are four pillars to our work: awards, research, impact projects and training. 

Purpose of the Role

You will support the Director and Board of Trustees with the day-to-day running of the charity,and help us grow a strong and diversified network of partners and funders. 

Job Description

• You will be responsible for the smooth and efficient day-to-day operations of the charity ensuring that they align with the charity mission and values at all times;
• You will work closely with the Director and Chair to prioritise and implement the charity strategies;
• You will work closely with the Director and Board of Trustees to oversee and sometimes lead tasks or projects, ensuring deadlines and charity goals are met;
• You will proactively seek opportunities for partnerships and innovations to present to the Director and Board of Trustees and plan their implementation.
• You will build and maintain relationships with affiliated organisations (current and new) by regularly keeping in touch with them and suggesting opportunities for collaboration and events;
• You will proactively seek bid applications and funding opportunities for the charity, and lead on funding and grant applications;
• You will identify staff/volunteer gaps and oversee the recruitment process while carrying out due diligence checks (or check that this has been done);
• You will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, including managing  the organisation of meetings; sharing of minutes and action plans; responding to general enquiries.

Person Specification 

This role would suit a confident and organised individual with a managerial or operational background and a desire to champion gender equality and sustainable tourism.

We’re looking for someone who has…

• strong knowledge of gender equality and tourism; 
• strategic thinking; 
• confidence and proven ability to self-management;
• strong organisational skills, able to manage deadlines and keep a team organised;
• people-person skills;
• excellent communication skills;
• strong reporting skills and financial acumen;
• committed  to gender equality and has enthusiasm towards our goal of creating a fairer, more sustainable tourism industry. 

It’s a bonus if you have…

• a background in the charity sector; 
• fundraising experience;
• project management experience.

Why Working With Equality in Tourism?

You’ll be joining a growing team of Tourism and Gender specialists and you’ll have the opportunity to influence the direction and reach of our charity and make a difference with your ideas. 

How to Apply

If you’re interested in putting your leadership and organisational skills to use while creating a positive impact for women in tourism, we’d love to hear from you. 

Please send us a CV and a one-page cover letter telling us about yourself and why working with Equality in Tourism is right for you (and for us). 

 

Location: CIS Office, Milton Keynes
Hours: 30 per week
Salary: £20,186.40
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 4.11.2025

About Us

MK Act is a long-established domestic abuse charity with over 50 years’ experience supporting individuals and families across Milton Keynes. We provide safety, refuge, advocacy, crisis intervention and long-term support, helping survivors rebuild their lives with dignity and security.

We are seeking a compassionate and organised Triage & Helpline Advisor to join our Crisis Intervention Service. You will be the first point of contact for survivors seeking help—providing helpline response, triage, initial risk assessment, safety advice and access to appropriate services. This role suits someone calm under pressure, confident handling safeguarding concerns and committed to trauma-informed, survivor-centred support.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact for individuals experiencing domestic abuse

• Supportive, specialist team

• Professional development and specialist training

• 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays

• Additional paid birthday leave

• Free annual eye test

• Opportunity to grow within an expanding charity

Key Responsibilities

Client Support & Casework

• Answer the helpline as the first point of contact for survivors.

• Provide immediate advice, information and short-term follow-up support.

• Complete DASH risk assessments, safety plans and initial needs assessments.

• Support access to refuge accommodation locally or out of area.

• Provide clear information on housing, legal options, health services and signposting.

• Maintain accurate, confidential records and escalate risk appropriately.

• Promote a trauma-informed, survivor-focused approach.

Service Delivery & Teamwork

• Support the smooth running of the Crisis Intervention Service.

• Manage referrals, appointments and office systems.

• Contribute to service development and evaluation.

• Support volunteers and encourage inclusive practice.

Multi-Agency & Partnership Work

• Provide advice to professionals and promote MK Act services.

• Maintain positive working relationships with partner agencies.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Work within safeguarding policies and make timely referrals.

• Liaise with managers and statutory partners on safeguarding concerns.

• Follow confidentiality, data protection and organisational procedures.

Administration & Professional Standards

• Complete administrative tasks, including data entry and diary management.

• Maintain required standards and attend training, supervision and performance reviews.

About You

You will thrive in this role if you are empathetic, organised and confident supporting people in crisis.

Essential

• Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on survivors and children.

• Understanding of risk assessment, safety planning and safeguarding.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with multiple agencies.

• Experience supporting survivors or vulnerable individuals.

• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure.

• Strong record-keeping and IT skills.

Desirable

• Experience in domestic abuse services or crisis support.

• Experience completing risk assessments or working with voluntary/statutory agencies.

Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.

At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds we raise in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.

You're an experienced people manager; you are creative and resourceful and can use this to generate customer, donor and colleague loyalty. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.

In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.

Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!

The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.

* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.

Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

About Barnardo's

At Barnardo's we believe in children – no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Barnardo's is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce for staff and volunteers. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our values and our practice, and we have invested in this area of our work to ensure that we can deliver on our commitments to be an inclusive employer. EDI is a key enabler of our purpose as a charity and we want to ensure that the diversity of our teams is reflective of the communities we serve and that we continue to learn and develop our work with a focus on inclusion. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and  Minoritised Ethnic Communities, candidates who are LGBT+ and Disabled candidates. 

Benefits

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years service
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Corporate University

Are you an organised, solution-focused administrator who is looking to develop your career?

We are looking for someone to join the St Mungo’s Property Services Team as an Administrator. In this role you will help us deliver a high-quality service that makes a real difference to our residents. At St Mungo’s, we believe good quality, safe and secure housing is essential to rebuilding lives. Every repair and maintenance request you help manage contributes to someone feeling at home.

You will join the team during a period of positive change, as we introduce new systems and processes to enhance our service. In the role of Property Services Administrator you’ll work as part of a busy team, working together to provide great administrative support and excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Staffing the service desk and handling queries via phone and email from residents, contractors, and colleagues.
• Processing maintenance requests and reactive repairs.
• Using relevant IT systems and processes including our Asset Management System.
• Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and residents, you’ll ensure robust systems are in place for clients and tenants in Supported Housing and the Private Rented Sector (PRS).

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

About You

We’re looking for proactive people with a positive, can-do attitude and strong communication skills. You enjoy working in a busy team and delivering great service.

Experience in admin, housing, or charity work is helpful, but enthusiasm to learn and take on a new challenge matters most. If you can demonstrate the below we encourage you to apply:

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload.
• Experience of using IT systems and Microsoft Office packages to complete admin tasks.
• A team player who can build constructive relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and resolve issues in a customer-focused way.
• Understanding of housing options available and the challenges these can create, such as semi-independent housing, and supported accommodation.  

Above all, you’ll share our commitment to providing an excellent service, and supporting people to rebuild their lives. We value people who take responsibility, build strong relationships, and care about the experience of our clients.

How to apply

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

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

Closing date: 10:00 am on 1st December 2025

Interview and assessments on: 10-11 December 2025

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

What we offer

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

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience to kickstart your career in housing and property services?

We have an exciting 2 year Trainee Maintenance Surveyor opportunity, joining the St Mungo’s Property Services Team. This full-time role combines practical work with a recognised qualification, giving you the skills and knowledge to build a career in property management and maintenance.

In the role of Trainee Maintenance Surveyor, you have the chance to make a real impact on housing quality and residents’ lives at St Mungo’s. why not join us and help deliver safe, secure homes that rebuild lives?

What you’ll do in the trainee role:

• Year 1: Learn the foundations of property services, supporting our admin team and Head of Repairs.
• Staffing the service desk and handling queries via phone and email from residents, contractors, and colleagues.
• Provide excellent customer service alongside the service desk, and use relevant IT systems to process maintenance requests and reactive repairs.
• Year 2: Work alongside Regional Surveyors, gaining experience in inspections, repairs, project management, and resident engagement.
• Complete a structured training programme, and work towards a professional qualification (CIH Level 2–4)
• Attend formal learning off site whilst working towards a recognised qualification.

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

About you

If you’re eager to learn and ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

You’ll bring:

• An interest in social housing or property management (experience is a bonus).
• Strong admin skills and confidence with Microsoft Office; willing to learn new systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with a focus on great customer service.
• A proactive attitude to learning and personal development.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Good time management and organisational skills. Able to balance full-time work with formal study.

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to apply

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

When you're ready to apply click the ‘Apply Now’ Button to start your online application form. 

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

Closing date: 10am on 1 December 2025

Interview and assessments on 17 – 19 December 2025

What we offer

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

This Community Foundation are an exceptional group of people who believe that strong, connected communities can transform lives. Their mission is to build thriving communities through effective philanthropy, tackling urgent issues including unaffordable essentials, poor health, loneliness, fear, and lack of opportunity. By nurturing a network of local philanthropists, businesses and public sector partners, they empower small charities and community groups to deliver real, lasting impact. To support their growing donor community, the Foundation is now looking to appoint a Senior Philanthropy Adviser, and Prospectus is delighted to lead the search.

Senior Philanthropy Adviser

Full time, 35 hours per week (part time/flexible hours considered)

Permanent

Hybrid (2 days in Oxford office / home working / on the road)

£40,000 FTE

The Senior Philanthropy Adviser will play a central role in stewarding the Foundation's expanding portfolio of donor-advised funds, working closely with high-net-worth individuals, families, corporates and long-term philanthropic partners. This newly created role is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships, offering exceptional donor care, and helping funders connect with the local causes that matter most to them.

The postholder will manage and deepen relationships with fundholders, ensuring high-quality account management, timely reporting, and warm and effective engagement that inspires continued and increasing support. They will work closely with donors to understand their philanthropic motivations and match them with impactful community organisations. Alongside donor relations, the Senior Philanthropy Adviser will be responsible for coordinating donor-advised grantmaking in partnership with the Foundation's Grants Team. There will also be potential to line manage in this role.

We are looking for a personable individual who enjoys meeting different types of people, listens with curiosity, and builds trust through excellent communication and relationship-management skills. You will bring strong administration, organisational ability and CRM experience, with the confidence to juggle competing priorities in a small, friendly and collaborative team. While experience in donor stewardship or grantmaking is desirable it is not essential.

To Apply:

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Ivy Rock Partners are delighted to be supporting a leading London-based higher education institution recognised globally for its creativity, inclusivity, and academic excellence. The organisation combines world-class teaching and research with a vibrant, collaborative culture, making it an exceptional place to work and develop your skillset.

The opportunity:

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to join the central finance team on a fixed-term contract of 18 months. This role sits at the heart of the organisation’s financial planning and analysis function, providing high-quality insight to support strategic and operational decision-making.

The positions offer an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the financial management of a complex and innovative institution, working with senior stakeholders to enhance performance, data integrity, and financial understanding.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to inform strategic and operational decisions
• Prepare and present management accounts, variance analysis, and financial performance reports
• Develop and maintain robust financial models, performing scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Work confidently with large and complex data sets, ensuring accuracy, insight, and compliance
• Contribute to statutory accounts preparation and external reporting, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards
• Support cashflow forecasting, business planning, and audit preparation
• Partner with colleagues across Finance and senior leadership to strengthen financial processes and insight
• Play an active role in finance transformation projects, including chart of accounts redesign and data model development

About you:

You will be a skilled finance professional who combines strong analytical expertise with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Essential experience / qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) or senior analytical roles
• Proven ability to manage and interpret large, complex data sets
• Strong understanding of statutory accounts and financial reporting requirements
• Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills
• Confident presenting complex financial information clearly to non-financial audiences

Desirable experience:

• Experience within higher education, public sector, or large multi-entity organisations
• Involvement in finance data or systems transformation projects

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave (34 days excluding bank holidays) plus 2 days’ paid volunteering leave.
• Discounted medical insurance and eye care benefits.
• Pension scheme with competitive employer contribution (e.g., LGPS) for eligible staff.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (flexible hours and dynamic working policy).
• Discounts and interest-free loans for travel, tech purchases, lifestyle brands, gym/fitness centre access, nursery fees and more
• Defined LGPS pension scheme
• Staff development support

For a confidential conversation about the role please get in touch with Megan Hunter

Digital Migration Manager

Salary: £50,000 per year
Contract: Six-month fixed term
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Remote, One day travel per month to London office

Role closing - Friday 5th December 10am

Interviews - 15th & 16th December, with the view of starting the role in early January 2026

Charity People are proud to be partnering with the National Literacy Trust (NLT), a leading UK charity dedicated to improving literacy for children, young people, and adults in disadvantaged communities. Their work transforms lives by tackling literacy challenges in schools, families, and communities across the country.

Earlier this year, the NLT welcomed the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) as a subsidiary organisation. Together, with a shared mission and alignment, they are building an integrated offer for schools while preserving CLPE's unique expertise. The next major step is to bring the two organisations digital systems together. The Digital Migration Manager will lead this critical project.

The successful candidate will design and deliver a roadmap to integrate CLPE's digital platforms with those of the National Literacy Trust, ensuring smooth operations and minimal disruption. This is a project management role, with a requirement to not simply propose and advise on steps, but to get under the skin, and unpick aspects, step by step

Responsibilities:

* Reviewing CLPE's current systems and mapping dependencies
* Planning and managing data migration across finance, CRM, email marketing, and web transactions
* Working with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver cost-effective solutions
* Ensuring the results support excellent reporting and a great user experience

The priority will be migrating the finance system in time for the new financial year (1st April).

Current Systems in place include Xero, Drupal, Dot Digital, Wagtail, Stripe, Business Central. Salesforce (Essential) - so experience of all or some of these will be an advantage. A working knowledge of Salesforce is essential.

You will bring:

* Significant experience managing data migration projects like this
* Technical expertise using the systems listed
* Skilled in handling large volumes of structured and unstructured data
* Strong background in digital system changes and user support
* Excellent communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Experience managing agency relationships as this will be a key aspect of the role

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.

Rare Dementia Support (RDS) is a UCL-led collaborative service offering specialist social, emotional, and practical support services for individuals living with, or affected by, a rare dementia diagnosis. Our vision is for all individuals with, at risk of or supporting someone with one of these forms of dementia to have access to information, tailored support and guidance, and contact with others affected by similar conditions.

RDS is provided by the UCL Dementia Research Centre (DRC) within the Department of Neurodegenerative Disease at the Queen Square Institute of Neurology and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

This is an essential, on-site post within the new Rare Dementia Support Centre (RDSC). You will be involved in the management and smooth running of all aspects of the Centre. You will report directly to the Centre Director, Professor Sebastian Crutch and will work closely with other members of the RDS/RDSC Executive team (Head of Support Services and Governance Lead).

The post is available immediately and funded by a donation from the UCLH charity until 31 October 2026 in the first instance.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team (ion.hradmin at ucl.ac.uk).

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Suzie Barker (suzie.barker at ucl.ac.uk).

We expect to hold interviews on 08 January 2026.

For a full job description please visit UCL's online recruitment portal (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs) and search using vacancy reference B02-09771. To apply, please upload a current CV, complete the online application form, and use the supporting statement section or upload a cover letter to outline how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. Please do not upload any additional attachments as these will not be considered by the selection panel.

You'll be educated to degree level (or have equivalent experience or a professional qualification), with experience of facilities and health and safety management, of community organisations and volunteer management, and of organising events. Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and collaboration skills are essential, as is excellent attention to detail and an understanding of and interest in the vision and mission of the RDS.

Starting salary offered at £43,981 - £46,261 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits; visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on EDI initiatives; visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ion/equality-diversity-inclusion for more information about what we're doing. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.

Project Lead

Free To Fly is a registered charity supporting expectant mothers to leave abusive relationships and protect their unborn babies. Following successful fundraising and network-building in Portsmouth, they have appointed Charisma to support the recruitment of a Project Lead, to lead and launch their Portsmouth project.

As their first paid employee, the Project Lead, reporting to the Board of Trustees, will lead the day to day operational, strategic and business functions of the charity. You will be agreeing budgets and managing finances (with support and input from our Board and accountants), recruiting and mentoring volunteer teams, ambassadors, and future paid team members, driving fundraising via corporate partnerships, individual giving, events, and other income streams. With a responsibility for ensuring the charity’s sustainability, growth, and impact you will be the face and voice, representing the charity at meetings, events and in the media.

The successful candidate will be:

• Experienced in charity operations, including finance, HR, marketing, and fundraising, with a strong understanding of policy compliance and development.
• Trauma informed and skilled in safeguarding and survivor support, with experience working sensitively with victims/survivors of abuse and protecting vulnerable adults and children.
• Excellent communicator and networker, able to build strong partnerships and represent the charity with professionalism and empathy.
• Organised, analytical, and self-motivated, with proven leadership ability, high computer literacy (Microsoft 365), and a results-focused, KPI-driven approach.
• Values-led and committed to growth, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and alignment with the charity’s ethos and commitment to continuous development.

You will be based in Portsmouth, willing to travel and work occasional unsociable hours, with your own vehicle covered by business use insurance. This is a home-based role, and it is essential that you can work in a private working space with secure WIFI.

An Enhanced DBS check is also required (exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974).

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV including full work history, and supporting statement.

Please note: If you are passionate about Free to Fly’s mission and believe you have the right skills to carry out this role although you do not meet all the essential criteria, but you feel that you satisfy the majority of these, please do apply. Please include a recognition of the areas where you are aware that you do not meet the criteria in your supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Please note that in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010, this role within the charity is subject to an occupational requirement to recruit only an individual who is biologically female, due to the specific nature of the duties involved.

Location: Portsmouth (Home based)

Closing date: 14th December 2025

Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.