Communication manager jobs in Watford, hertfordshire

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We are looking for two experienced Health Information Editors with strong writing and editing skills and a background in producing evidence-based health information.

The role requires confidence working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited processes, communicating complex information in Plain English and adapting content for different audiences and formats. It also involves working closely with clinicians and people with arthritis to review and improve information, ensuring it is accurate, accessible and inclusive.

The posts sit within the Health Information Team in the Services and Devolved Nations directorate. The team produces trusted print and digital information to support people at all stages of their arthritis journey, and this role plays an important part in maintaining its quality, relevance and accessibility.

About the role
This role offers the chance to work on information that has real reach and significance, supporting people with arthritis at moments when clear, trustworthy guidance matters most. It suits someone who enjoys balancing editorial judgement with empathy and who wants to see the wider impact of their work beyond the page.

You will be part of a supportive Health Information Team within a values-led organisation that supports flexible working, with opportunities to collaborate widely, develop your skills and contribute to how health information continues to evolve.

About you
We are seeking applicants who have the following skills and experience:

• Experience of working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited health information production and review processes.
• Strong background in writing, editing and reviewing health information for public audiences.
• Ability to communicate complex health information clearly and accurately using Plain English principles.
• Confidence working with healthcare professionals to support review and sign-off of health information content.
• Ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences, formats and channels.
• Experience managing digital content using a Content Management System and writing for digital audiences.
• Knowledge of search engine optimisation practices and how to apply them to health information content.
• Excellent copywriting, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clinicians and people with lived experience.
• Awareness of the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in health information.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

*As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings.

As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability.

Application deadline and shortlisting 

• We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date.  
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
• We do not wish to receive contact from agencies or media sales. 

Please note that we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) during our recruitment and selection processes, and we would respectfully ask that you also refrain from using AI during the selection process. Whilst we do recognise that AI may be a beneficial tool for some when aiding research and preparation for an application or interview, we want to maintain a fair, inclusive and positive recruitment experience at Arthritis UK where candidates can feel supported to demonstrate their experience, knowledge, and skills without the use of AI generated answers.

Interview
Interviews are expected to take place in early March, with the first interviews provisionally scheduled for Monday 9 March 2026.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee you will be offered an interview if you disclose a disability and demonstrate sufficient evidence within your application that you meet the essential criteria for this role. We will also make any reasonable adjustments you may require for your interview.

Trust Fundraising Executive

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Location: London N4, but with with the flexibility to work from home part of the week.

Salary: £28,768 (+ a cost of living increase from 1st April 2026 in line with NJC scales)

Contract: Permanent

About us

Prisoners Abroad is a unique human rights and welfare charity providing advice and support to people affected by overseas imprisonment. We help British people during their incarceration, when they return to the UK and need resettlement services, and we also support their family throughout the trauma. It doesn’t matter to us the reasons people find themselves in need of our services – and we never judge. Our range of services make sure they survive, mentally and physically, so that they can face the future with hope.

About the role

This is an exciting time to join our successful fundraising team and support the generation of income for our life-saving work through charitable Trusts and Foundations.

Supporting the successful delivery of our strategy, you will be part of the team who has responsibility for maintaining our relationships with existing Trusts, conducting independent research into both new and existing relationships to identify strong prospects, assisting with the development of compelling cases for support across all our services and having responsibility for a group of Trusts under the guidance and support of your manager.

You might have experience of working in a Trust role and are looking to take that next step in your career, with the opportunity to independently manage a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations while supporting the team on new and innovative ways of raising income. We are also interested in hearing from applicants looking to get into Trust fundraising. A willingness to learn and work with initiative is essential and in return we will support you as you develop your Trust fundraising skills.

Ultimately, a successful candidate will have solid writing and research skills, and the ability to approach the challenges of Trust fundraising for this charity with curiosity, creativity and enthusiasm.

Whether you are looking to develop your skills or bring existing experience to a values-led organisation, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution while continuing to grow professionally.

Interested?

If you are interested, have a read of the recruitment pack that contains further information about this role, the benefits of working at Prisoners Abroad and a link to our application form. If you click 'apply' you will be redirected to our website where you can read more about the amazing work we do. 

Closing Date: 9am on Monday, 9th of February 2026

Spires was established as a response to homelessness in the late 1980s. Spires has developed into an organization that provides a range of services, including day centre style drop-ins for homeless people, a Women’s drop in, a Refugee drop in and outreach targeted at supporting Women who are sex working. Our core mission is to support homeless people into housing and to assist those who have been homeless in maintaining their accommodation.

Part 1:  The Role

This role sits within our Housing and Homelessness [H&H] team. The post holder will support with the running of our drop-ins and support a caseload of clients who will be homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Part 2: Key duties and responsibilities

Service Delivery & Support

· Welcome and engage service users in a non-judgemental, compassionate manner.

· Provide basic needs support such as food, clothing, and access to a safe space.

· Offer advice, advocacy, and signposting on housing, health services, and other support agencies.

· Conduct assessments of need and develop personalised support plans.

Case Management

· Maintain accurate, confidential records of interactions and support plans.

· Liaise with housing teams, healthcare providers, social services, and other partners to coordinate support.

· Monitor individuals’ progress and update plans as required.

Centre Operations

· Assist with daily tasks such as setting up service areas, distributing supplies, and managing donations.

· Ensure safeguarding procedures and organisational policies are always followed.

Crisis Support

· Identify signs of crisis, risk, or safeguarding concerns and respond appropriately.

· Support individuals experiencing emotional distress, mental health issues, or substance misuse challenges.

General                                                                               

· Be proactive in reviewing and evaluating own performance and identifying and acting upon areas for improvement and development

· Undertaking other duties compatible with the level and nature of the post and/or reasonably required by more senior members of staff, including session cover

· Attend and participate in staff and team meetings and other meetings as required

This job description covers the current range of duties and will be reviewed from time to time. It is Spire’s aim to reach agreement on changes, but if an agreement is not possible, Spires’ reserves the right to change this job description.

Part 3: Person specification

Essential experience

· Working with vulnerable and socially excluded people, particularly people experiencing homelessness or insecure accommodation and associated culture – drugs, alcohol, violence, mental and physical ill-health.

· Managing a caseload, needs assessment, planned support, key working, goal setting and advocacy.

· Experience of challenging appropriately and maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries

· Networking and effectively liaising with specialist service providers or agencies to establish and/or improve access to services for clients   

Desirable experience

· Working with volunteers

· Working in the charity sector and/or a day centre environment

Essential knowledge

· Sound understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services that are fully responsive to their needs

· Good understanding of safeguarding practices in a social care and/or day centre environment

· Good understanding of confidentiality and working with sensitive information

· Working knowledge of health and social care services

Desirable knowledge

·A relevant NVQ2/3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.

Essential skills and personal qualities

·Excellent written and spoken communication skills

·Information and relationship management skills

·Ability to effectively manage time, work under pressure and balance competing priorities to meet deadlines

·IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and databases

·Non-judgemental with the ability to empathise

Part 4: Summary of terms and conditions of service

Location: The postholder will be an employee of The Spires Centre. This post is based at

Elmfield House 5 Stockwell Mews SW9 9GX. However, the post holder will be working across Spires’ drop-ins in Lambeth, Wandsworth and Croydon.

Probation: This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

Notice: This post is subject to a four-week notice period.

Annual leave: The annual leave entitlement is 35 days per year pro rata, made up of eight bank and public holidays and 27 days annual leave. The 27 days annual leave is normally split between 24 ‘bookable’ days and three closure days that fall between Christmas and the New Year. Although the centre is closed between Christmas and the New Year.

Pension: The Spires Centre will contribute 5% of annual salary for those who qualify for our group pension plan.

Other benefits: The Spires Centre will provide life and income protection insurance for those who qualify for our group plans. We operate a staff loan scheme.

Expenses: The role may require travel within the UK. Out-of-pocket expenses will be paid when incurred in accordance with our expenses policy.

Safeguarding: The postholder will adhere to The Spires Centre’s safeguarding policy for vulnerable adults. This post is also subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

A large, well-established professional membership organisation is seeking a technically strong, detail-oriented Financial Accountant to play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, statutory compliance, and high-quality financial reporting across a complex group structure.

The opportunity

This is a pivotal role within a respected, purpose-led organisation operating at scale. You will be responsible for the accurate recording of accounting entries, the production of subsidiary and group accounts, and the oversight of VAT, corporation tax, and statutory reporting.

Working closely with senior finance colleagues, you will provide technical accounting expertise, support audits and regulatory submissions, and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of financial systems, policies and processes. The role also includes line management responsibility and the opportunity to influence strong financial governance across the organisation.

The role

• Production of subsidiary statutory accounts and support for consolidated group accounts
• Ownership of VAT and corporation tax returns, liaising with external advisors
• Provision of technical accounting guidance on standards and best practice
• Oversight of balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany balances, payroll, pensions and fixed assets
• Administration of investment portfolios, fund accounting and grant-related financial processes
• Maintenance and development of financial systems, controls, policies and documentation
• Support for audits, regulatory reporting and compliance activity
• Cashflow monitoring, reporting and financial control oversight
• Line management and development of a junior finance team member
• Deputising for senior finance leadership when required

About you

You will be a confident, proactive finance professional who combines strong technical capability with a collaborative, service-focused approach. You will bring:

• Experience in financial reporting and consolidation within a group environment
• A professional accounting qualification (ACA or ACCA)
• Strong understanding of VAT, statutory reporting and financial controls
• Experience supporting or managing staff in a hybrid or multi-site environment
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly
• Strong Excel capability and confidence, supporting others to improve financial skills
• A problem-solving mindset, intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous improvement
• A collaborative, inclusive working style aligned with values-driven organisations
• Experience of modern finance systems and familiarity with professional, membership or regulated environments would be advantageous.

HR Business Partner  

Reports to: People Partnering Manager

This is a full-time, permanent position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.

About us

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. 

The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy. 

About the role

The Crick has an opportunity for an experienced People Partner to join a fast-paced and supportive HR team. The Crick is a biomedical research institute with a vibrant modern home, bringing together more than 2000 staff and students to make discoveries about how life works. 

We are now looking for a People Partner to join us and work closely with leaders across both science and ops team. As a People Partner with a strategic mindset, you will have the opportunity to influence, support and drive key initiatives that ensure the Crick continues to be an exceptional place to work. Your insight and guidance will support our leaders, strengthen our culture and enhance the overall employee experience.

We are seeking an experienced People Partner who brings both depth of experience and a collaborative approach, and who demonstrates a clear alignment with our core values of being Bold, Open and Collegial.

If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a world-class organisation, we would love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

These include but are not limited to:

• Build strong credible relationships with senior leaders across science and operations
• Act as a performance coach and sounding board to senior managers
• Work with our Centres of Excellence to drive people strategies and support the delivery of projects across the Crick
• Use extensive knowledge of customer groups to support communication and implementation of Crick wide initiatives
• Provide leadership and management to the People Advisors with a focus on continuous development that supports a cross-team way of working
• Provide data analytics and meaningful insights to Directors/leads to support their people and delivery of initiatives

About you

You will have: 

• Extensive experience of working as an HR generalist at People Partner level *
• Experience of partnering with Centres of Excellence with a proven track record of delivering initiatives such as talent, succession planning, engagement etc *

• A solid knowledge of good HR practice/employment law and experience of brokering its translation into innovative and effective practical solutions in a large complex organization *
• Highly pragmatic, flexible and adaptable with an ability to tailor approach to meet contrasting needs and demands
• The ability to draw insights from data and apply solutions to drive change for both individual departments and across the Institute
• Good interpersonal skills, including political awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling the post holder to influence and deliver at all levels and to work effectively as part of a team*

Minimum criteria *

About Working at the Crick

Our values

Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture! 

• We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently. 

• We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world. 

• We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community. 

At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please contact us via our vacancies page. 

What will you receive?

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development: 

• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays. 

• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%. 

• Health & Well-being: 

• 24/7 GP consultation services. 

• Occupational health services and mental health support programs. 

• Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans. 

• Work-Life Balance: 

• Back-up care for dependents. 

• Childcare support allowance. 

• Annual leave purchase options. 
• Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.

• Perks: 

• Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts. 

• Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction. 

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed.  

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received. 

Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator

The role will be hybrid - mostly WFH with coming into the London office at least once a week .

About Restless Development

Restless Development is a global non profit agency. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. We are independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) bound together by our vision for youth power. We run youth-led programmes to tackle the issues that young people care about the most –  We also run the Youth Collective – a growing network of over 4000 local youth civil society groups and organisations in 185 countries. We are committed to creating an agency that walks the talk on power shifting, using the power shifting checklist, both internally and externally.

Our approach to safeguarding

Restless Development considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to be an organisational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We recognise that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding Policy.

About the role

We are looking to hire a Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator within Restless Development’s UK Fundraising team. The fundraising team’s income has grown year on year and there is huge potential to continue to grow this further and create impact at scale.

The Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator will be primarily working on the Schools Triathlon programme and managing all PR & social media comms, and also supporting on both merchandise and sponsor management. The Schools Triathlon is the UK’s largest fundraising and sporting event for children aged 7-13. Its aim is to encourage more children into sport while also teaching them the importance of fundraising. Over the years, the events have raised over £3.4m for Restless Development and local charities and over 9,000 children have taken part. We are aiming to deliver 15 events in 2026 and significantly expand the series.. 

We are looking for an energetic team-player, proactive individual with great interpersonal skills who is happy to learn and get stuck in. 

Key responsibilities

Deliver and event manage high-quality Schools Triathlon events in 2026 and beyond 

• Throughout September to February, present assemblies for the Schools Triathlon to inspire school-age pupils to sign up and take part in the Schools Triathlon series, and motivate them to fundraise by delivering a fun and engaging presentation.
• Develop strong professional relationships with various important stakeholders from host schools throughout the year, in person and online; as well as with participating schools through the delivery of assemblies and in comms prior to the event day. 
• Work with our event delivery partners to deliver 15 events throughout April, May and June 2026, ensuring that the event logistics, host school requirements, participant details are finalised and managing host school relations.
• Respond to enquiries from parents and guardians on our dedicated inbox and mobile phone when needed.
• Develop a good working relationship with the Triathlon Committee, made up of Restless Development staff and volunteers, while still keeping the appropriate members informed and bringing in support as and when needed.
• Update on relevant KPIs and income where needed
• Support the Senior Fundraising Manager with recruitment of regional volunteers when needed

Schools Triathlon social media & PR 

• Lead on all social media activity for the Schools Triathlon across  our social media channels
• Lead on liaising with external PR and Host school stakeholders to deliver exceptional PR across the Schools Triathlon event series
• Lead on being the main contact for all Host School marketing teams, ensuring effective working relationships are in place and maintained to an excellent standard
• Report monthly on KPIs, ensuring effective tracking for social engagement across all channels
• Work closely with the Comms team, to ensure best working practices and collaboration is in place
• Together with the Head of Fundraising, lead on the drafting and development of the Schools Triathlon parent comms
• Manage the partnership with our events photographers

Sponsors

• Together with the Head of Fundraising, develop a sponsors partnership prospect list that aligns with our social values for year 2027 and beyond
• Lead on the project plan for our sponsors with support from the Head of Fundraising
• Set, monitor and report on the progress of KPIs and fundraising as and when needed
• Work with the wider team to plan and deliver an excellent stewardship journey for sponsors ensuring continued engagement 

Systems, Processes & Communications

• Support the wider team with event comms responding in a timely and professional manner.
• Use DotDigital to communicate to  schools and event participants 
• Competent use of Excel to process data and regularly update internal and external databases.
• Manage the Schools Triathlon website, ensuring that it is up to date and relevant.
• Accurate and timely logging of information into Restless Development’s registration system Eventrac and CRM, Salesforce – executing mass imports, new individual records, and regularly cleaning data.
• Understand and manage fundraising using the digital fundraising platform, JustGiving, ensure all pages set up are logged on our CRM.

Other 

• Must attend the Schools Triathlons as needed across April, May and June and other occasional evening and weekend work, for which time off in lieu will be given.
• Support on wider charity initiatives as and when needed
• Many of the schools we have relationships with are not accessible by public transport, so it is vital you have access to a reliable roadworthy vehicle. All travel will be reimbursed in accordance with Restless Development’s travel policy.
• Manage our Schools Triathlon Leader programme, working with the wider team to recruit and develop the opportunity for graduates/young people
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the Head of Fundraising. 

Job title: Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator

Location: North London/Cambridge (with travel to the office once a week)

Salary: £37,226 per annum (Band O)

Preferred start date: March 2026

Length of contract: 2 years fixed contract

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Expected travel:
Frequent travel around your county and other areas in the UK for school assemblies and school meetings. Occasional evening and weekend work for Schools Triathlon events in April-June and other stewardship events which time off in lieu will be given. Occasional overseas travel to Restless Development Hubs may be possible if of interest.

Other requirements: Must have a full drivers licence and access to a vehicle. Will be required to complete DBS check.

Skills and experience

Essential

• Experience of fundraising event planning and management 
• Experience of using social media channels for stewardship & marketing
• Experience of using email system (DotDigital or equivalent)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent planning, organisational and logistical skills
• Public speaking and presentation experience
• Strong IT skills (inc Excel), strong numeracy skills to process financial data
• Ability to manage high performing relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work to deadlines and balance multiple priorities
• Ability to manage own time and work autonomously 
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively 
• Strong written communication skills
• Full drivers licence and access to a vehicle 

Desirable

• Interest in/ knowledge of international development

At British Heart Foundation (BHF), data plays a central role in driving insight, innovation and meaningful impact. As part of our evolving Azure Databricks platform, the Data Engineer will be our product expert contributing to a product that is continuously developing, helping the organisation make better, faster and more informed decisions in support of life saving research. 
 
You’ll help drive our highly advanced Azure Databricks platform that delivers fast, reliable insights across the business. You will build and optimise data pipelines, ingest and transform diverse data sources, design new data solutions, and champion emerging technologies, all while focusing on continuous improvement, it’s a chance to solve complex challenges, shape a growing innovative product, and make a real impact. 
 
Proactive, you’ll operate with a strong sense of initiative, designing and building new data pipelines, organising data and making it accessible for advanced analytics that support research and health projects through data driven insights. Working closely with the Health Insights team, ensuring that high quality, well-structured data underpins the analysis, modelling and evidence that drives BHF’s mission. 
 
This role combines deep technical expertise with strong interpersonal communication, contributing to a collaborative team environment while helping colleagues understand and make the most of the platform’s capabilities. 

About you

​

As our ideal candidate, you'll have: 

• Microsoft certified Azure Databricks engineer and knowledge of Databricks Unity Catalogue with proven experience building and maintaining scalable Data Lakehouse pipelines. 
• Strong programming experience across SQL, Python, R, Java and Scala, with excellent problem solving skills and experience investigating issues and delivering high quality data solutions using Git/GitHub best practices. 
• Hands on experience in data modelling, data warehousing and ETL processes, with a solid track record of integrating, transforming and orchestrating data from a wide range of internal and external sources. 
• A proactive, self starting approach to producing new data pipelines, ensuring data is well organised, high quality and readily accessible for data scientists.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, confident in simplifying complex issues and delivering clear, structured outcomes. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to build strong working relationships with the Health Insights team and wider stakeholders with commitment to continuous improvement. 
• Effective time management skills with previous experience balancing multiple priorities and managing out ambiguity, identifying and mitigating risks. 
• Excellent planning, organisational and interpersonal skills enabling to deliver results to deadlines.
• A positive can-do attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. 

Belonging at BHF
 
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together. 

To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we’ve helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We’re investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world where everyone has a healthier heart for longer.

Working arrangements

This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.

Benefits and development

We offer our staff generous benefits, such as:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
• Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Life assurance.
• Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.

Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.

To find out more about our benefits you can download the Benefits document at the bottom of this page or check out What we offer – Benefits and Development pages.

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh Office or Remote (UK-based candidates) 

Contract type: Full-time or part-time, minimum of 3 days per week (to include some Fridays) 

About Us

Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) is a human rights charity that supports tropical forest peoples to protect their lands and livelihoods. We have 70 people on the team including human rights lawyers, anthropologists and social scientists working with communities and local organisations around the tropical belt. Up to half of the team live and work remotely. We are looking for a Logistics and Administration Officer to join the Administration team. For a full list of duties, please see the Job Description below. The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. An interest in the work of FPP and previous experience in logistics, travel coordination, or office administration is essential, while experience working with international teams and managing events or field operations would be a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate international and domestic travel for staff, consultants, and partners (including travel, flights, visas, accommodation, insurance).
• Support with preparation of Visa applications.
• Ensure compliance with organisational travel policies and donor requirements.
• Maintain relationships with travel providers and negotiate cost-effective arrangements.
• Support logistics for workshops, conferences, and field trips, including registrations, venue booking and equipment procurement.
• Assist with monitoring and ordering travel equipment inventory including first aid, GPS units and other field equipment.
• Financial administration and liaising with the finance team.

Administration

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the organisation.
• Work closely with the operations team, including HR and IT.
• Manage office supplies, contracts, and service providers.
• Assist with document preparation, filing, and record-keeping.
• Set up and coordinate Zoom meetings.
• Assisting with Zoom meetings including break out rooms, interpretation function etc.
• Assist with preparations for staff meetings.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in travel coordination, logistics, or administration (preferably in NGOs or international organisations).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Desirable

• Experience working in the charity sector or similar.
• Awareness of financial admin requirements.
• Familiarity with travel safety and security protocols.
• French/Spanish languages an asset.

What We Offer

• Occasional travel opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful global human rights work.
• Collaborative, multicultural team environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced sick leave and maternity/paternity leave.
• 25 days (pro rata) annual leave, plus UK bank holidays and the days between Christmas and New Year.
• Office with free parking, electric vehicle charging point and close proximity to the train station.

To apply, please visit our website.

Closing date for applications: Monday 16th February, 5pm UK time.

Potential interview date: Wednesday 4th March 2026.

We value collaboration, diversity, and the unique contributions of each individual, and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. This role is based at our Moreton-in-Marsh office, with flexible remote working options for UK-based candidates. To be considered for this role, applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are not able to sponsor visa applications.

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a renowned national children’s charity in their search for a Senior Product Officer. 

This is an exciting opportunity oversee the development, fulfilment, and delivery of the charity’s new and existing fundraising products, helping to achieve the highest levels of engagement from both new and existing supporters.

Key responsibilities:

• To be responsible and accountable for the fulfilment and delivery of fundraising products, both within the Legacies and Products team, and the wider organisation
• To be responsible for development and delivery of product development roadmaps and project -level management information for new and existing products
• Create and populate numerical reports and models which communicate current and potential product performance. These will evaluate achievement, forecast results and analyse data, helping stakeholders at all levels understand success
• Support in the management of the Products team’s budget, particularly with the raising of purchase orders, processing of invoices, and securing quotes from suppliers
• To be a subject expert on fundraising products, maximising income by sharing knowledge, specialist expertise, best practice, and experience with others across the organisation

To be successful, you will need or need to be:

• Highly developed written communication skills to understand, interpret and present complex information in a clear and persuasive way for a range of audiences.
• Highly developed ability to verbally present information, including fundraising ideas, pitches and project updates to a range of audiences in a clear, inspiring and confident way to achieve desired outcomes.
• Ability to collate complex numerical and financial data from various sources, analyse findings present them in an easily digestible format
• Excellent time management skills, regularly managing conflicting priorities and working to deadlines for multiple products, projects, and campaigns.
• Proven ability to think creatively and innovatively both in solving problems, project management and in the development of product innovation.

Salary:£34, 582 - £36,120 + £3,366 London weighting or £500 Home Working allowance (as applicable)

Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid worker at London Office or remote worker based in the UK

Deadline for applications – Friday 13th February at 9am.

Recruitment process: CV and supporting statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

About Us

Brent Carers Centre is a leading local charity supporting unpaid carers of all ages. Our Young Carers Service works with children and young people aged 5–24 who look after a parent or family member due to disability, long‑term illness, mental ill‑health or addiction.

We’re now recruiting a Trainee Young Carers Service Worker — an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about working with young people and looking to start a career in youth work, family support or social care.

We offer full training, mentoring, and a structured development pathway.

About the Role

As a Trainee Young Carers Service Worker, you’ll support the team to identify, engage and support young carers across Brent. You will help deliver group sessions, holiday activities, school workshops and one‑to‑one support, all with guidance and supervision.

This is a hands‑on, rewarding role where you’ll help young carers build confidence, reduce isolation and achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Support school outreach, assemblies and awareness workshops
• Help facilitate group sessions and young carers clubs
• Assist with planning and delivering holiday programmes and trips
• Provide supervised 1:1 support to young carers (goal‑setting, wellbeing check‑ins)
• Help create support plans tailored to young people’s needs
• Work with schools, families and professionals to coordinate support
• Keep accurate records on our case management system
• Adhere to safeguarding, GDPR and professional boundaries

About You

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — including those with lived experience of caring.

You will be:

• Passionate about supporting children & young people
• Kind, patient and a good communicator
• Willing to learn and take part in training
• Organised, reliable and able to follow procedures
• Comfortable working in schools, community venues and group settings
• Able to work occasional early evenings or weekends

Languages commonly spoken in Brent (e.g., Somali, Gujarati, Arabic, Polish, Romanian) are an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer

• Full training programme (safeguarding, youth work skills, communication, risk, GDPR)
• Regular supervision and access to professional development
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Clear progression route into a Young Carers Support Worker role
• Pension, holiday allowance and flexible working
• Hybrid working for administrative tasks

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your CV (max 2 pages)
• A short supporting statement explaining what interests you about this role, what you would bring and how you’d meet the person specification

Additional Information

Brent Carers Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and appropriate checks. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.

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Job Title: Head of IT Operations

Location: Remote

Salary: Up to £66000

Contract Type: Permanent - Full time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Reports to: DDaT Director

About The Children's Society

The Children's Society (TCS) is a national charity driven by a bold ambition: to build a country where children are free from disadvantage. Our work is grounded in compassion, innovation, and a commitment to lasting change.

The Role

We are seeking a Head of Technology and Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership of The Children's Society's IT operations, ensuring reliable, secure, and cost-effective services that enable colleagues to deliver impact for children and young people. The role owns management of the Managed Service Provider (MSP) and other providers, oversees IT Service Management (ITSM) and Service Desk operations, leads the Microsoft 365 digital workplace estate, and is responsible for the IT security of the organisation. The postholder is accountable for operational budgets, supplier performance, service quality, and the continual improvement of our digital workplace.

Key Responsibilities

-Operational leadership and service reliability

-Lead day-to-day IT operations across infrastructure, networks, end-user computing and platforms; ensure resilient, secure, user-centred services.

-Strengthen business continuity, disaster recovery and operational resilience; maintain risk registers and assurance evidence.

-ITSM / ITIL and Service Desk performance

-Own ITSM (ITIL v3/v4 aligned) processes: Incident, Request, Problem, Configuration/Asset, Knowledge and Major Incident; set standards, KPIs and SLAs.

-Direct Service Desk performance (multi-channel support, triage, knowledge-base health, CSAT/NPS).

-Supplier, contract and change governance

-Act as contract owner and executive lead for MSP and other technology suppliers: scope, commercials, renewals, performance management.

-Contribute to governance forums (e.g., CAB, Architecture/Standards) and provide leadership on technology risk and operational governance.

-Microsoft 365 tenant and digital workplace leadership

-Own Microsoft 365 tenant strategy, governance and roadmap across Entra ID, Intune, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive and Power Platform.

-Oversee platform health and controls including licensing (volume licensing administration), capacity, device posture and identity protection.

-Azure operational ownership and cloud governance

-Provide hands-on operational management of Microsoft Azure resources; ensure governance, access control and cost oversight, inc. associated services.

-Security leadership and compliance

-Support cyber risk management, vulnerability management, secure configuration baselines and collaboration with security operations.

-Ensure policies and controls align with regulatory obligations (e.g., UK GDPR).

-Financial ownership and cross-DDaT alignment

-Hold budget responsibility for technology operations (OpEx/CapEx).

-Work with other Heads across Digital, Data and Technology to align operating practices (support, requirements, DevOps, change).

About You

Technical & Professional

-Senior operational leadership of technology services in complex organisations; strong ITSM capability (ITIL v3/v4) and major incident leadership.

-Commercial acumen across contracts, SLAs, cost control and vendor negotiation, including MSP management and multi-supplier environments.

-Deep Microsoft 365 expertise including tenant governance (identity, endpoint, collaboration), Copilot and Power Platform; capability to translate features into value-led outcomes.

-Hands-on experience managing resources on the Microsoft Azure platform; understanding of cloud governance and (desirable) Azure services such as Purview.

-Information security principles, risk management, and regulatory obligations (e.g., UK GDPR); experience implementing network and application security controls.

-Broad IT knowledge across infrastructure, networking, desktops, OS and security.

-Microsoft licensing experience, including volume licensing models and administration.

-Proven delivery/oversight of complex technology and infrastructure projects; ability to evidence measurable service improvements.

Leadership & Communication

-Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, able to engage senior leaders and align services to organisational priorities.

-People leadership: coaching, performance management and professional development; effective line management (including security leadership roles).

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex technical risk and trade-offs clearly to non-technical audiences.

-Collaborative leadership style with a focus on standardisation, shared best practice, and continuous improvement through data-led management.

Safeguarding

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is Friday 13th February. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

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Join St Giles as a People Data & Reward Officer!

Are you detail-oriented, numerically skilled, and passionate about supporting people in a dynamic organisation? We’re looking for a People Data & Reward Officer to deliver timely and accurate payroll, support pay and reward strategies, and contribute to an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

What you’ll do:

• Process monthly payroll and employee benefits with precision
• Support the development and implementation of HR systems and pay/reward initiatives
• Respond to payroll queries and ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements
• Generate reports, analyse data, and contribute to process improvements
• Collaborate with colleagues and train managers on systems and best practices

About you:

• Experience with payroll, HR practices, and using business communications tools
• Strong numerical and analytical skills; accuracy and attention to detail are a must
• Solution-focused, highly organised, and able to prioritise competing tasks
• Committed to St Giles’s values of empowerment, inclusion, and support

This is a part-time, flexible/hybrid role with national travel opportunities. Join a team that values kindness, adaptability, and collaboration—where your work directly supports our vision to be a great place to work.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help shape the future of St Giles!

Role Details

• Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel
• Hours: Part time 21 hours per week
• Salary: £16,800 pa for 21 hours a week (£25k plus £3k London Weighting where applicable pro rata)
• Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
• DBS: Basic DBS check required

Recruitment Timeline

• Closing date: Monday, 16th February 2026 at 9.00am
• Interview Date: Monday 23rd February 2026

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion-confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

The Fundraising Officer will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all fundraising activities and events. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to maximise donations and enhance donor relationships, in line with the Central London Samaritans' fundraising strategy. Responsibilities include engaging with individual donors, businesses, and community partners to secure financial support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Head of Branch Operations and Branch Director: Identify specific programs and funding priorities and organise targeted fundraising campaigns and events.
• Plan and Coordinate Fundraising Events and Campaigns: Oversee the planning and coordination of fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives.
• Track and Process Pledges: Monitor, track, and process pledges made at events, ensuring records are regularly updated.
• Manage Online Donations: Oversee online donation activities, maintaining up-to-date records and ensuring relevant departments and donors are informed.
• Identify Funding Opportunities: Seek local and national funding opportunities and contribute to the development of the organisation's fundraising strategy.
• Manage Fundraising Income: Maintain reports, track donations, handle donor correspondence, and evaluate the success of fundraising activities.
• Identify Partnership Opportunities: Look for partnership opportunities for joint fundraising campaigns to expand the donor base.
• Represent Central London Samaritans: Positively represent the organisation in all aspects of work, adhering to its values.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other duties assigned by your line manager that are appropriate to your role.

ATTRIBUTES

Candidates should demonstrate:

• · Fundraising Experience: A demonstrable track record of fundraising or related activities
• · Communication Skills: High standard of verbal and written communication skills.
• · Organisational Skills: Ability to multi-task, stay organised, and prioritise workload.
• · Independence and Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• · Flexibility: Adaptable and flexible in working style, as this role will require evening and weekend work to attend events and meet deadlines.
• · Relationship Building: Ability to communicate and develop relationships with volunteers, members of the public, and organisations.

The summary of responsibilities is neither exclusive nor exhaustive and responsibilities may vary from time-to-time in the light of changing circumstances and in conjunction with the post holder.

Hours of work:

The basic hours are 21 hours per week spread over Three working days. Within these hours there may be need to work some evenings and weekend days, so flexibility is essential. The core responsibilities should be carried out during weekdays. The amount of out of hours work will be agreed on an ongoing basis.

Time off in lieu will be allowed in agreement with the Head of Branch Operations and in line with the staff handbook and the European Working Time Directive.

Limitations:

The post holder will be required to work within the rules and regulations of Samaritans and accept the authority of the Director and the Chair of the branch’s Board of Trustees, who have discretion to delegate authority to the post holder and to withdraw it.

Equal Opportunities Policy:

Central London Samaritans is committed to eliminating any discrimination and promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in all it does. It is therefore Central London Samaritans' commitment to provide equal opportunities in employment and we will not unlawfully discriminate against job applicants, employees of the Company, volunteers, workers, or contract workers on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Café Cook to join our Putney School of Art and Design team at Enable! This is a unique opportunity for a cook with passion to continue our good work introducing a diverse range of new classic and favourite home cooked dishes. 

About Us 

Enable is a charity dedicated to improving people's wellbeing and strengthening local communities. We work with councils, charities and other local organisations to deliver health, leisure, community services and events that enrich people’s lives and strengthen our local community.

At Enable, we value our employees and our culture, focusing on embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive, flexible and fun environment for employees to perform at their best.

Reports to: Operations Manager

Based: Putney School of Art and Design

Salary: London Living Wage £13.85 (£15.52 Inclusive of Annual Leave)

Contract: Casual 
Work Arrangement: 4 days per week, On-site

DBS: Enhanced with Children

Role Overview: 

The PSAD café is the heart of our school where we pride ourselves on our creativity, diversity, and community. Our values are reflected in our broad range of lovingly made home cooked vegetarian dishes, freshly prepared and served each day. An integral service highly valued by our loyal customer base, a mixture of local artists and those new to the creative sector. 

The team at PSAD are passionate about connecting the community through culture, art and design, making it affordable and accessible for all. Today, managed by Enable and firmly rooted in the community, the school offers art and design courses, including specialised courses like the Art and Design Diploma, a Family Learning programme where parent and child can learn and work together, and courses for young people. 

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plan the daily menu, prepare, cook and serve meals, serve hot and cold beverages and other food items 
• Serve customers efficiently with food and drink orders and take payments 
• Assist in preparation of cafe and counters before, during and at the end of service 
• Offer customers amazing standards of customer service and car 
• Responsible for cleaning all kitchen equipment and work areas, including cooker, microwave, work surface, display and storage areas and fridge, observing strict rules of hygiene 
• Ensuring adequate stock levels of supplies and consumables for café area by contributing to the ordering of stock, including the purchase of fresh produce as required 
• Ensuring compliance with all legislation including H&S and food hygiene and undertake all checks and tests as required by Environmental Services. 

Skills and Experience:  

• You must be a clear communicator who prides themselves on providing excellent customer service with the ability to build a great relationship with our loyal following of students and friends who visit the café. 
• You have previous experience of working in the food and beverage industry or the catering sector 
• You are reliable and self-sufficient with an ability to prioritise your work and use your initiative to undertake a variety of tasks 
• Be proactive, and versatile, with willingness to be flexible to help meet urgent and important business deadlines. 

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company that positively impacts the community around them! If you are someone that is motivated by a desire to enrich the lives of others and make a genuine difference, then please Apply Now and follow the prompts. 

Enable is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. To find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website.