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We are seeking a Programme Officer

The National Society for Education (NSE) is both a National Church Institution (NCI) and a charity established by Royal Charter. Its mission is to support Church schools and the broader education sector by nurturing leadership, influencing policy, and fostering faith.

NSE leads the Church of England's national education initiatives in collaboration with 41 Diocesan Boards of Education and approximately 4,700 Church of England schools.

One of the Church of England's strategic priorities for the 2020s is to become a younger and more diverse church. In support of this, the House of Bishops is committed to ensuring that vibrant ministries for children, youth, and families are accessible to every young person across England.

To help realise this vision, NSE is partnering with the Vision and Strategy team to deliver a series of initiatives under our 'Growing Faith' pillar. These projects explore the vital connection between church, home, and school, aiming to enrich the spiritual lives of children and young people while cultivating the next generation of leaders.

We are a dynamic, dispersed team working remotely from across the country. We meet regularly online and come together in person throughout the year for team days that strengthen our collaboration and shared purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring high quality stakeholder engagement this including supporting and communicatign effectively the delivery of events to local, regional and national leaders in relation to all programmes and activities, placing children and young people at the heart of our work.
• Implement robust administrative, financial, communications, and evaluation processes; whilst adhering to established NSE operational procedures and standards.
• Maintain accurate, GDPR-compliant data to support analysis and decision-makingl whilst working closely with the NSE finance team to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Key role requirements

• This is a fully remote role.

We are looking for someone with:

• Proven ability to handle sensitive communications with tact and professionalism.
• Excellent digital literacy, confident across Microsoft 365 and web-based applications (such as Teams, Zoom), as well as using the functionality of the software to support the setup and delivery of on-line webinars.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a collaborative team player approach.
• Willingness to work within the ethos of a Christian organisation, and sympathy with the aims and goals of the Church of England Education
• Passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
• Strong administrative and organisational experience.

• A salary of £34,801 per annum, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.

• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days within 5 years) plus eight bank holidays and three additional days (pro-rated if working part-time).
• We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario, and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
• We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption Leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements of routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
• Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme 
• Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
• Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
• Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri

Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term (start in January 2026)

Location: London (Aldgate) - hybrid (2 days per week in the Office)

Salary: £40,682.16 per annum

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Corporate Manager and working closely alongside colleagues across the Philanthropy team, this role will drive forward MSF’s corporate new business activity. The role aligns with MSF’s strategic fundraising ambitions and will be crucial to securing increased income from new sources.

The Corporate Officer (New Business) will be responsible for proactively seeking and securing new funding from corporates at the £100k+ level with the ambition to secure sector-leading, transformational partnerships. This role is also responsible for day-to-day management and reporting on status of the new business pipeline and a project to maximise payroll giving.

Please download the full job and person specification below for further details.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Knowledge

Knowledge of legal requirements relevant legislation and good ethical practices in fundraising

Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising best practice

Knowledge of corporate charitable giving trends in the UK

Experience

Proven experience of securing high value, high impact partnerships (£100k+), ideally across different types of partnerships such as CRM, strategic, COTY etc

Experience in building robust new business pipelines and managing these full cycle from prospect identification to converting opportunities, including regular progress reports

Experience of using databases and prospect research tools, including to analyse and interpret information

Experience of Philanthropic fundraising environment/team

Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite. The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to create tailored, compelling proposals and presentations

Strong analytical and research skills to identify prospects and demonstrate alignment between a prospect and MSF

Strong interpersonal skills, including negotiation and the ability to confidently build and nurture relationships with a wide range of stakeholders

Excellent time management skills with the ability to organise and prioritise a workload and to work independently with minimum supervision to meet deadlines

Highly motivated, able to work independently under own initiative

Proactive and positive approach with the willingness to work collaboratively

How to apply

Please include: 

• An up-to-date CV 
• Letter of Motivation, which is a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key requirements of the role. 

Recruitment timetable: 

• Closing date for applications: Monday 29th September 2025, 10.00am (GMT) 

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Shortlisting for interviews will be based on your CV and Letter of Motivation therefore we encourage candidates to read the job description in full. 

Schools’ Project Officer (4-5 days per week; 10 months contract with opportunity for renewal)

The job
This is a fantastic opportunity to join this fast-growing charity at a pivotal time, and make significant impact as our grass-roots Schools’ Project Officer. You will be visiting schools, explaining about what we do at assemblies and going for follow up sessions, and then giving email feedback to applications.

Who we are
We are a small lively charity promoting the personal development of year 12s in partner schools, through challenging activities that they design, plan and finally undertake adult-free. We invite students (individually or in groups) to develop their own challenges well outside their ‘comfort zones’, and to be responsible for every stage of the process. We help them plan and manage risk, and give them expenses funding. Our award winners have climbed the highest UK peaks, cycled to Paris, performed plays at school, harnessed green power via a bike, among many other imaginative and ambitious projects.   

Who we are looking for
We are looking for an energetic, talented and reliable candidate for our schools’ outreach team, inspiring high-quality applications for funding from Year 12s in our 85 partner London state schools (20% of the total).  There is scope to help shape our strategy. We are looking for competent project officer, ideally with experience of physical challenge, strong administrative skills and with strong writing skills: they will be comfortable working with students, and value personal challenge and development. He/she will be keen to work with a growing charity, and to support young people usually with a poverty of experience and opportunity.

The 10-month post is up to 4-5 days per week, based in Southwark, with frequent travel to schools across London. The salary is £26,600–£35,000 pa pro rata. Flexible working is considered.

Applications by 28 September 2025. Please see attached JD for details.  

Would you like to make a difference?

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual to join our team as Executive and Policy Assistant. This is a varied and rewarding role, working directly with the CEO and closely with our Communications and Impact team.

You will provide vital support to the CEO by managing diaries, coordinating meetings and events, preparing briefings and presentations, and acting as a key contact for staff, funders, supporters and the Board. You will also play a hands-on role in our policy and campaigning work — carrying out research, drafting communications and helping to ensure the voices of children, young people and adults with dyslexia are heard at every level.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy, purpose-driven environment, can balance multiple priorities, and wants to use their skills to make a meaningful difference for the dyslexia community.

Please carefully review the job description (attached below) for full responsibiliites of the role and essential skills required.

Location - Hybrid - this role is primarily home-based (UK), with the requirement to work from our office in Bracknell once a month, and to travel to London at least once a week, or as needed. 

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Interview schedule - first stage will take place on Monday 13 October 2025, with second stage taking place on Thursday 16 October 2025.

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Volunteer Recruitment Officer to help encourage and embed quality volunteering processes within the culture of the Woodland Trust.

The Role: 
•    You’ll act as the first point of contact for users experiencing technical issues providing assistance via phone, email and internal administration systems. 
•    You’ll support the increase of youth volunteering alongside our ‘Youth Reimagined’ team.
•    You’ll maintain best practice and ensure adherence to volunteer policies, procedures and processes by volunteer managers in the recruitment and management of volunteers.
•    You’ll work within the organisation and volunteer policies, procedures and processes.
•    You’ll demonstrate and encourage an understanding of safeguarding policies and procedure amongst staff and volunteers alike.
•    You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders to promote success stories through our volunteer communication channels.
•    You’ll work closely within safeguarding guidelines and policies and ensure any projects you support are compliant with policies, procedure and best practice.
•    You’ll establish external relationships to help promote our volunteer opportunities to a more diverse demographic.
•    You’ll maintain administrative tasks such as rotas, training and forums.
•  This role is part time working 15 hour a week.
•    This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Visits to Grantham would be required no more than once every couple of months on average. 

The Candidate: 
•    You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.
We are looking for candidates who have the following:
•    Experience working with volunteers at a national or country level.
•    Knowledge of best practice in relation to volunteer management policies and procedures ensuring it is always adhered to.
•    Experience or understanding of service desk or similar technical solutions delivery.
•    Experience of delivering online and face to face training and learning events.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office with the ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Publisher.
•    Organisation skills with the ability to handle multiple work streams and competing tasks.
•    Experience and understanding of safeguarding policies, procedures and training.
•    Experience developing a volunteering strategy to meet the needs of the organisation.
•    Knowledge of GDPR and data protection practices in relation to volunteer management.
•    Strong communication skills with the ability to speak to a wide range of audiences.
•    This role requires travel around the UK, so you need to have a clean UK driving licence.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) 
•    Buy and Sell Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. 
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. 

Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role. 
Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply.  

Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams 21st October 2025.

We are looking for a dynamic, strategic and experienced media professional to lead Victim Support's press office and drive the charity's media engagement. This role is full time and can either be based at our office in London, or home based within two hours of London.

What we offer

At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

As Media Lead you will be responsible for running the charity's busy press office and you will play a central role in shaping how Victim Support is seen and heard in the media. You'll write and deliver a strategic Media Plan that positions the charity as a trusted and recognised victims' voice, increases the profile of our services and contributes to influencing positive change.

This is a hands-on role where you'll manage media enquiries, build trusted relationships with journalists and ensure our spokespeople are briefed and supported for interviews. You'll work closely with colleagues across external affairs, social media and frontline services, and provide expert media advice to senior leaders. You'll also line manage our Stories Officer and oversee our Stories Library, giving a platform to victims' voices and experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and run the Victim Support's press office.
• Provide quotes and comments to the media, and secure and manage interviews with VS spokespeople.
• Write and deliver the charity's Media Plan.
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, editors and producers.
• Oversee the strategic development and growth of the charity's Stories Library.
• Enhance and protect the charity's reputation.
• Increase the visibility of our services.
• Oversee the effective monitoring, reporting and evaluating of media activity.

You will have

• Experience of delivering media relations across print/online, broadcast and digital.
• Knowledge and understanding of how the media works.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience of writing and executing media plans.
• Self-motivation and the ability to thrive in a small team with a strong degree of autonomy.

Additional information

• The role at times will involve working with sensitive and potentially traumatic subjects.

About Us

Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the selection process.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Officer will support the Cybersecurity Manager in protecting the charity’s digital assets and ensuring compliance with internal security policies and relevant international standards. This role will assist in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining cybersecurity controls across our technology environment, and is ideal for someone early in their cybersecurity career with a strong willingness to learn and contribute to meaningful humanitarian work.

Please note this is a FTC role for 6 months 

About You

Candidate should have a Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience) with Up to 2 years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity role (internships or volunteer roles considered).  Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and technologies, including antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control. Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 security stack, including Defender and Intune.  Hands-on experience with any of the following: Ubiquiti, SharePoint, Egress, or Cloudflare.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity tools and controls (e.g., 
endpoint protection, firewalls, secure email gateways, MFA, etc.).
• Monitor security alerts and reports from tools like Microsoft Defender, Bitdefender, 
WatchGuard, and Cloudflare, escalating potential incidents to the Cybersecurity 
Manager.
• Support user access management and ensure policies for identity and access control 
are followed using systems like SSO and Intune.
• Help manage and track security awareness initiatives (e.g., phishing simulations via 
SoSafe).
• Assist in vulnerability scanning and basic risk assessments across networks and 
systems.
• Contribute to incident response efforts under the guidance of the Cybersecurity 
Manager.
• Document findings, maintain logs, and support audit and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with IT and wider organisation to ensure security controls do not hinder 
mission delivery.
• Participate in routine system checks and contribute to the improvement of 
cybersecurity procedures and documentation.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

Experience & Certifications/Qualifications:
• Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Up to 2 years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity role (internships or volunteer roles considered).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and technologies, including antivirus, firewalls, 
intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 security stack, including Defender and Intune.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:
• Hands-on experience with any of the following: Ubiquiti, SharePoint, Egress, or Cloudflare.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-900, or equivalent.

Ethos:
• Support the mission & values of MAP.
• Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
• Represent and be an ambassador for MAP.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
• Commitment to upholding the rights of people facing disadvantage and discrimination.

Other desirable experience:
• Experience of not-for-profit/INGO environments
• Interest in working in the NGO/humanitarian sector and sensitivity to issues affecting Palestinian communities

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting

Job Title: Administration and IT Officer

Salary:£30,500

Position Type: Full time/Permanent

Reports to:Finance & HR Manager

Based at:   School Food Matters, Blackfriars Settlement, 1 Rushworth Street, SE1 0RB

Working Hours: 9am-5pm (flexible)

Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays

Pension:   School Food Matters pays pension contributions at 7% of pensionable earnings

About School Food Matters

At School Food Matters we believe that school food can unlock a happier, healthier, more sustainable future for every child. We want a school food system that delivers for all children, so they can enjoy nutritious, delicious and sustainable school food and leave school with an informed and positive relationship with food. To achieve this, we campaign for a better school food system, bringing the voices of children, parents, and teachers to government policy, and deliver fully funded food education programmes in schools across the country.

Job Purpose

· To ensure the smooth running of the School Food Matters office

· With the support of our IT consultant, manage the charity’s IT systems to ensure optimal efficiency

· Develop our Airtable database to maximise the opportunities available to us on this platform

· To assist the Finance & HR Manager in managing and processing the financial affairs of the charity

Key Tasks

 Administration

· Liaising with our landlords on issues regarding our office space and facilities

· Ensuring the smooth running of the office, overseeing the set up and maintenance of office systems

· Managing the enquiries@ email address and answering telephone enquiries

· Assisting with administration and coordination of any events held by SFM e.g. strategy away days

· Organising staff events including celebrations, sporting challenges, quizzes and general fun to keep the team engaged and happy!

· Developing and maintaining an inventory of materials, and keeping the office materials tidy and well managed

· Working with the Super User Group to ensure that Airtable is used effectively to support delivery of our programmes, and to ensure contact details are accurate and up to date

· Working with the evaluation team to monitor programme feedback and data entry as required

· Providing support to the food ed team as required, particularly with project logistics

· Taking minutes at the quarterly trustee meetings

· Prepare invoices for customers, chasing and recording income in Xero as required

· Post transactions and reconcile bank accounts in Xero

· Process staff expense claims

· Maintain gift-aid data and make claims as required

IT

· Purchasing items for the office and projects as required, including IT equipment

· Managing IT and office set up for current staff and new starters to ensure a smooth working process and environment for all

· Maintaining the shared online filing system and making sure it’s kept up to date

· Reviewing and developing IT systems including telecoms to ensure they are fit for purpose

· With our IT consultant, implementing and regularly reviewing cyber security procedures of the charity

· Keeping abreast of new IT systems that could be of benefit to SFM

General

· Keeping up to date with safeguarding requirement and reporting procedures

· You will also undertake other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time. Therefore, being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential!

Person Specification

Essential

· Experience of office administration and IT

· Excellent organisational skills including attention to detail, critical thinking, multi-tasking, prioritising and problem solving

· Confident and competent IT skills

· Positive personal attitude and a good team player

· Ability to work independently to agreed deadlines

· Ability to add value to SFM’s culture and ethos

Desirable

· Good oral and written communication skills

· Experience working with databases/accounting systems

· A good understanding of policies and best practice relating to running a small office

· Experience of setting up new office systems and processes to improve effectiveness

· An interest and enthusiasm for the charity’s mission

-         Experience of working in a small charity environment

We are looking for that special person with drive, empathy and business acument to support Circle an already proven and successful youth employment charity to the next level. Our model achieves very high outcomes as we take small cohorts and listen to what our young people want. We have partnerships with many large corporates who understand how we are differant from most charities.

About the Role
Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) works for the health and dignity of Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. A UK registered charity, we work in collaboration with Palestinian communities and trusted local partners, and coordinate with key stakeholders and relevant clusters, to meet a wide range of health and social needs, from providing vital medical aid in emergencies, to supporting the development of better health services for the long term. We also uplift the voices of Palestinians, and campaign for an end to the barriers to health and dignity that come from living through occupation, displacement, discrimination and conflict.

MAP is in a period of growth and rapid development, and as such, the incoming Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for the financial strategy and management of MAP and for the leadership of operational areas to help deliver the organisation’s mission and strategic goals. The COO provides support to the CEO in areas of governance, legal and risk management and may deputise for the CEO as required.

About You
The ideal candidate will have Relevant post-graduate business degree preferred. Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior management role ideally with in-house financial management experience gained in a high-growth organisation. Experience either as an employee or board member of a non-profit organisation; must be familiar with non-profit finance and accounting regulations. Proven track record of success facilitating progressive organisational change and development within a growing organisation. Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Bring strong mentoring and coaching experience to a team with diverse levels of expertise.Passion for MAP’s mission and commitment to MAP’s values. 

Responsibilities

Strategy, vision and leadership

• Be accountable to the CEO and Board in the areas of finance, technology, risk and compliance, supply chain and logistics, and safety and security.
• Advise the CEO and SMT on all these areas as well as on legal, governance and related policy matters.
• Work closely with SMT colleagues to ensure that appropriate processes and systems are in place across the organisation, including delivery against KPIs.
• Serve as the management liaison to the Finance & Operations Committee, Audit Risk & Governance Committee and, where required, to the Board of Trustees; effectively communicate and present critical matters under their responsibility at governance meetings.
• Ensure robust, secure and scalable IT systems and infrastructure. Lead on information governance & data protection and identify and drive opportunities for digital transformation.
• Provide strategic leadership for supply chain management at MAP to ensure an efficient, effective and accountable supply chain policies and practices that meet MAP’s needs.
• Ensure a robust framework and system for identifying, assessing and mitigating risks across thenorganisation in line with MAP’s risk appetite.
• Lead on the development of MAP’s strategic goals and objectives in all areas of responsibility and contribute to the development of other goals as well as the overall management of the organisation.
• Work with direct reports to ensure the delivery of an effective strategy in all areas of responsibility.
• Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the CEO informed of all critical issues.
• Lead cross-organisational projects in line with organisational strategy and direction.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues across the organisation at all levels, adopting and encouraging a collaborative working approach.
• Represent the organisation externally, as necessary, in areas under the COO’s responsibility.
• Deputise for the CEO as required.

Team development/leadership

• Oversee, direct, and organise the work of the teams under their responsibility.
• Create a high-performing team that is ambitious and passionate about MAP’s vision.
• Ensure staff members receive timely and appropriate training and development, to facilitate continual improvement as individuals and as a team.
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach and motivate the team to be innovative and professional in its thinking and delivery.

Operations

• Upgrade and implement an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure annual audits, budgets, and reports in all areas of operations are produced in an accurate and timely manner for SMT, the Board, and Board sub-committees.
• Ensure strong internal controls, risk management and regulatory compliance, including with UK Charity Commission standards, donor requirements and legal and regulatory requirements in countries and territories of operation.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement in operations and ensure appropriate and timely action to address operational risks when they arise.
• Provide analytical support to the CEO and SMT including development of internal management reporting capabilities.

Profile

Person specification

• Relevant post-graduate business degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior management role ideally with in-house financial management experience gained in a high-growth organisation.
• Experience either as an employee or board member of a non-profit organisation; must be familiar with non-profit finance and accounting regulations.
• Proven track record of success facilitating progressive organisational change and development within a growing organisation.
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Bring strong mentoring and coaching experience to a team with diverse levels of expertise.
• Entrepreneurial team player who can multitask.
• Superior management skills: the ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers.
• Self-reliant and results-oriented, with good problem-solving skills.
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical finance and administration initiatives.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with the SMT, MAP’s Board of Trustees, and staff.
• Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker. 
• Prepared and able to travel when required, including to Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory, and Egypt.
• Passion for MAP’s mission and commitment to MAP’s values.

Terms and conditions

This job description reflects the key requirements of the role and does not form part of your contract of employment. It can be amended from time to time as the needs of the organisation require and as appropriate to the role.

Responsibilities

Executive Assistant to the CEO

• Manage the CEO’s diary, travel arrangements, and general administration (supporting the wider team where needed).

• Manage the CEO’s inbox and LinkedIn messages: triage, prioritise, and draft responses on their behalf where appropriate.

• Support the CEO in engaging with key stakeholders, including funders, trustees, and partners.

• Prepare communications on behalf of the CEO, including blog posts, social media content, and internal updates.

• Identify speaking events and provide briefings for events

• Represent the CEO in meetings, where agreed, and ensure follow-up actions are captured and completed.

• Manage and support cross-organisational projects with multiple stakeholders.
  Provide occasional administrative support to the wider team during peak periods.

Board & Governance Support

• Manage Board of Trustees engagement and communications.
  Coordinate Board meetings, including preparing agendas, collating and distributing Board papers, and taking minutes.

• Support governance procedures and ensure records are maintained in line with compliance requirements.

Office Management & Team Support

• Oversee smooth running of the London office, including supplies, facilities, mail,  and liaising with suppliers.

• Support the Head of People and Culture with HR administration, recruitment coordination, and onboarding.

• Organise and coordinate team events and activities, including away days.

• Help maintain key organisational systems, processes, and documentation.

What we’re looking for

We know not everyone will meet every requirement, but we’re looking for someone who can bring most of the following:

• Proven experience in an EA, PA, or senior admin role, ideally supporting a CEO or senior leadership team.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
  Confident building relationships at all levels, from team members to trustees, funders, and partners.

• Discretion and sensitivity when dealing with confidential information.
  Proactive problem solver who can anticipate needs and take initiative.

• Comfortable influencing and coordinating colleagues to deliver on shared goals.

• Strong digital skills, including using Google Workspace, and online collaboration tools such as Monday, Salesforce and Slack.

Person Specification 

Essential skills and experience

• Proven experience in an EA, PA, or senior administrative role, ideally supporting a CEO, Director, or senior leadership team.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and manage multiple projects at once.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, professional correspondence and adapt style for different audiences.

• Confident relationship-builder, able to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels, trustees, funders, and external partners.

• High level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.

• Proactive problem-solver, able to anticipate needs, spot issues, and take initiative.

• Comfortable coordinating colleagues and holding others accountable to deadlines.
  Strong digital skills, including Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), and familiarity with collaboration tools such as Slack, Monday, and Salesforce (or similar CRM).
   

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience supporting a Board of Trustees or similar governance body, including preparing papers and taking minutes.

• Experience working in a charity, social enterprise, or purpose-led organisation.

• Understanding of governance and compliance requirements.

• Event coordination experience (e.g. team away days, workshops, or external events).

• Experience creating or improving processes, systems, and documentation.
   

Personal attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with a calm and professional approach.

• Flexible and adaptable, able to manage shifting priorities with ease.

• Collaborative and team-oriented, willing to “roll up your sleeves” when needed.

• Confident, approachable, and comfortable working with senior stakeholders.

• Motivated by Hatch’s mission to create a fairer society by supporting underrepresented founders.

Shape the future of the voice of the rare condition community.

Genetic Alliance UK is looking for an exceptional Director of Engagement and Impact to transform how we connect with our 220+ member organisations, communicate our mission, and foster a thriving, supportive team culture.

If you’re a strategic leader with a gift for building relationships, crafting compelling messages, and creating positive change, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference for the 3.5 million people in the UK affected by genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions. 

Director of Engagement and Impact
Salary: £55,167 – £63,654 (with new starters usually starting at the lower end of the range)
Location: Home-based, UK (occasional travel required)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) with applications for up to 28 hours per week considered.
Closing date: 09:00 on Monday 22 Sept 2025 

About Genetic Alliance UK
Genetic Alliance UK is the national charity working to improve the lives of the 3.5 million people in the UK affected by genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions. We are an alliance of over 220 charities and support groups, bringing together patient voices to campaign for timely diagnosis, better care, and improved access to treatments. We host Rare Disease UK and SWAN UK, and lead national activity for Rare Disease Day.

About the role
This is a new senior leadership position designed to strengthen our membership engagement, amplify our communications impact, and support a positive, collaborative working culture.

As part of our Senior Management Team, you will:

• Lead and develop our approach to engaging and supporting our diverse membership.

• Provide strategic oversight for all communications, ensuring our messages are clear, consistent and impactful across multiple audiences.

• Champion and embed systems for staff performance, development and wellbeing, ensuring our culture is inclusive, supportive, and sustainable.

You will oversee the Head of Membership and Communications, the Communications and Engagement Manager (SWAN UK), and two new posts (Communications Officer and Project Support Officer). You will also provide operational oversight of SWAN UK, and work closely with the Policy, Public Affairs and Research teams to maximise impact.

About you
We are looking for a strategic leader who combines a talent for building relationships with outstanding communication skills. You will bring experience of leading teams, delivering organisational change, and working effectively with diverse stakeholders. You will be comfortable navigating the needs of a membership organisation, and passionate about making a tangible difference for people living with rare conditions.

What we offer

• Generous pension (5% employer, 3% employee)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and full office closure over Christmas/New Year

• Flexible, home-based working with occasional UK travel. 

• The opportunity to lead work that has a direct and lasting impact for people affected by rare conditions

For the full breakdown of responsibilities, please see the recruitment pack

Summary

We are seeking a proactive and diligent Compliance Officer to join our Recruitment and Operations team. You will be responsible for providing a robust compliant onboarding service for all successful applicants to our awardwinning Tutoring Programmes; ensuring all candidates are ready and fully eligible to start their delivering tuition sessions in colleges across the country. The ideal candidate will oversee the end-to-end onboarding process and ensure all pre-employment checks meet the standards required by Get Further and safer recruitment practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance and Onboarding:

• Manage the end-to-end onboarding process, ensuring all pre-employment checks (Right to Work, DBS, references, and safeguarding requirements) are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate and secure records in line with GDPR and safer recruitment practices.
• Oversee the offboarding process where appropriate Safeguarding and Quality Assurance
• Ensure all safeguarding requirements are met and documented within our CRM system.
• Monitor compliance requirements and ensure continuous alignment with safer recruitment policies.
• Work closely with the Head of Recruitment to deliver in line with Get Further’s five-year strategy.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Manage tutor communications during the onboarding stage, ensuring candidate enquiries are responded to promptly via the shared mailbox.
• Liaise with College HR departments, providing assurance letters and compliance information for tutors.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth onboarding and cross-team coordination.
• Support the onboarding process by reviewing and collating documentation and references.
• Ensure all Right to Work (RTW) checks are completed accurately and renewed and in a timely manner.
• Oversee the processing and verification of enhanced DBS checks, tutor reference requests and Social online Media checks.
• Ensure all safeguarding requirements are met and documented within our CRM database.
• Maintain accurate records in line with GDPR and compliance standards.
• Manage our Tutor Training booking process.
• Oversee the offboarding process where appropriate.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth onboarding and compliance.
• Manage tutor communications during the onboarding stage and oversee our onboarding mailbox – ensuring enquiries are responded to in a timely manner.
• Liaise with College HR departments and provide assurance letters for Get Further Tutors.
• Work with the Head of Recruitment to deliver Get Furthers five-year strategy.
• Manage the onboarding budget for tutors 

Who We’re Looking For

An enthusiastic and diligent team player with a passion for educational equality and inclusive hiring. You’ll thrive on building relationships, to creating a brilliant, supportive experience for applicants on their journey from start to finish. You’ll also bring a meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to safeguarding through thorough compliance checks and understand the importance of safer recruitment practices. If you're someone who combines people-first energy with process driven precision, we'd love to hear from you.

We welcome candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. Experience in the following areas may be particularly useful, but we understand that these skills can be gained in many different ways.

• Carrying out pre-employment checks such as Right to Work, DBS, or reference verification
• Managing onboarding or admissions processes and ensuring documentation is complete and accurate
• Handling sensitive or confidential information in line with safeguarding or GDPR requirements
• Coordinating compliance processes, audits, or record-keeping
• Supporting recruitment, HR, or people-focused processes in education, charities, local government, or other sectors.

We promote a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment and are guided by our core values. These values are at the heart of our organisation’s personality. 

We're looking for an organised, confident and resilient Senior Information Governance Officer to join our Performance Team located at our Head Office in Islington.

£42,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

The role will be 7 hours per day, Monday to Friday.

Applicants should attach a cover letter to their CV that demonstrates how their skills and experience will meet our requirements and add value to the team. Please note: those who use AI to generate their covering letter will be rejected.

Interviews will be held between 8th and 10th October 2025.

We offer hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week based in the office.

What you'll do:
- Maintain and update the Look Ahead's Information Asset Register, RoPA and other key governance documentation.
- Support the Information Governance Manager in delivering the annual work programme and reporting to the Information Governance Group.
- Conduct audits and risk assessments of data processing activities and ensure appropriate controls are in place.
- Lead on the implementation and monitoring of information governance policies and procedures across the organisation.
- Monitor compliance with Look Ahead's IG policies and relevant legislation, escalating issues where necessary.

The postholder will
- Work in accordance with Look Ahead's Code of Conduct and equal opportunities policy
- Perform other reasonable duties commensurate with the role.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:
- Have effective communication skills and a positive approach
- Enjoy working as part of a small team but able to work on their own initiative
- Be willing to learn and keen to improve and embed robust IG processes throughout Look Ahead
- Be prepared to travel to different services to provide support and monitor compliance

What you'll bring:
Essential:
Skills
- Close attention to detail
- High level of accuracy in their literacy and numeracy
- Effective communication skills
- Good IT skills
- Ability to manage competing demands, prioritise and meet deadlines
- Ability to work on own initiative and exercise own judgment with discretion
Experience
- Previous information governance experience
- Handling data subject requests and applying exemptions when appropriate
- Managing personal data breaches
- Supporting managers to complete DPIAs or legitimate interests' assessments
- Experience of dealing with complex and confidential issues
- Developing and delivering information governance training
- Maintaining accurate records and logs

Desirable:
Skills
- Data Protection Practitioner qualification
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Intermediate skills in MS Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

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