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Are you an experienced Public Affairs professional with a passion for dogs?

We’re looking for a Public Affairs Officer to support the important work we do to ensure policy makers consider dog welfare in their decision making.

What does this role do?

As Public Affairs Officer, you’ll:

• contribute to the delivery of our ambitious public affairs programme across Westminster and Whitehall, the devolved administrations and in the EU,
• support and occasionally lead on the organisation and coordination of political events, meetings, and project visits, as part of our programme of engagement with policy makers,
• support the management of the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) and the EU Dog & Cat Alliance,
• establish and maintain positive relationships with key external stakeholders, including parliamentarians and civil servants.

Please note, this role is available as a fixed term contract until January 2027. Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 9th February 2026, and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role, you’ll need experience in parliamentary or public affairs, with a good understanding of the political landscape in the UK. You’ll also need excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen actively, negotiate and influence decision makers and strong written English, to draft clear and concise professional correspondence and communications. Above all, an interest in the aims and values of Dogs Trust is essential.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Please note, Dogs Trust is a wholly independent organisation, free of association with any political party. Our independence is critical, as it allows us to pursue our mission to campaign on dog welfare issues, on behalf of the UK’s dogs and their owners. For our public affairs roles, the ability to display political neutrality in the public eye or when working with MPs is essential.

The Executive Assistant provides high-quality administrative and coordination support to the Leadership Group and plays a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of War Child’s office. The role supports diary management, travel, expenses and meeting logistics for senior leaders, and contributes to a welcoming, safe and well-organised office environment.

This is a great opportunity for an organised, proactive and people-focused Executive Assistant to join a lively, hardworking and values-driven organisation. Supporting the Leadership Group and helping to keep our office running smoothly, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day rhythm of War Child.

The role combines practical administrative support with hands-on office and facilities coordination. You’ll help manage diaries, travel, expenses and meeting logistics for senior leaders, while also being a key point of contact for office-based activity — from welcoming colleagues and visitors, to liaising with suppliers and supporting a safe, well-organised working environment.

You’ll work closely with a collaborative group of leaders who are engaged, creative and deeply committed to War Child’s mission. It’s a fast-paced role, well suited to someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting the details right, and wants to build strong administrative and coordination skills while contributing to work that really matters.

Because office and facilities support is a core part of the role, regular on-site presence is important. You’ll be based in our London office for a minimum of three days per week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you.

What we're looking for

Below are some of the experiences and qualities we’re looking for. You can read the full job advert on our careers site. 

• Prior experience in an administrative, coordination or office support role is essential. 
• Confident and professional communicator, able to interact clearly and work collaboratively with colleagues, senior staff and external contacts.
• Experience of supporting meetings, events or away days, including logistics and practical arrangements.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines in a busy and fast-moving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to process information accurately and follow established procedures.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong document, spreadsheet and presentation skills (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint / Canva), and willingness to learn new systems.
• Comfortable providing practical support to senior colleagues, including diary coordination, travel arrangements and expense processing.
• A proactive and reliable team player, willing to support colleagues and contribute to a positive office culture.
• Discreet and trustworthy, with an understanding of the importance of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

What we can offer you
At War Child, we genuinely value different ways of working. Our goal is to support our employees to do their best work while ensuring we continue to deliver for children affected by conflict. Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working culture and flexible public holidays
• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus bank holidays, which increases by one day per year on your work anniversary, up to a maximum of 33 days.
• Pension - 5% employer contribution (increasing to 6% after one year’s service), with minimum employee contribution.
• Health and wellbeing - employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan, a GP 24/7 helpline, cancer cover, and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. All employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.

This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.

We’re looking for a Creative Communications Lead to help shape how St Stephen’s communicates, both internally and externally. You’ll combine strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, creating high-quality design, social media, and film content that brings our vision and ministry to life.

This role is ideal for someone with a passion for creative communication, strong practical skills, and the ability to turn ideas into engaging, impactful content

Team & Events Coordinator

We are looking for a Team & Events Coordinator to join this charitable programme based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus with a mission of working in partnership to develop and improve healthcare globally.

Position: Team & Events Coordinator
Location: Hybrid working to include a minimum of two days per week in the office on Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge / home working
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 per annum FTE (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Part time (30 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 2nd February 2026 – however, they reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.

About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, passionate and growing team at a pivotal time in the organisation’s development. As Team & Events Coordinator, you will play a central role in supporting the smooth running of Cambridge Global Health Partnerships (CGHP) and delivering high-quality events for members, partners and supporters.

This is a varied and hands-on role, working across administration, finance, programmes, communications and events. You will be at the heart of the organisation, providing excellent coordination, organisation and stewardship, while helping the team maximise their impact both in the UK and internationally.

This role would suit either someone keen to develop a broad range of skills within the charity sector or an experienced administrator looking for a new and rewarding challenge.

Some of your key responsibilities will be to:

• Act as first point of contact for general enquiries.
• Manage organisational calendars, meetings and diary coordination for the Director and committees, including preparing papers and taking minutes.
• Maintain accurate records on the CRM database and support finance administration including processing payments and claims.
• Coordinate aspects of CGHP programmes, including member reports, grant scheme administration and virtual partnership meetings.
• Contribute to communications activity including social media, publications, website updates and branded materials.
• Lead on planning, logistics and delivery of CGHP events and support member and partner stewardship and networking activities.

About You:

To be successful in the role of Team & Events Coordinator, you will be exceptionally well organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in global health.

You will also need to have the following skills and experience:

• A strong interest in and commitment to global health work.
• At least three years’ experience in office administration, diary management and event organisation.
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to use initiative and troubleshoot problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a small team.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends and travel when required, including internationally.
• Energy, resilience and enjoyment of being busy in a fast-paced environment – plus a good sense of humour!

Desirable:

• Experience of social media and digital communications.
• Experience working with or managing volunteers.

In return:

This is an amazing charity to work for. Cambridge Global Health Partnerships has spent nearly 20 years strengthening health systems around the world through education, reciprocal learning and relationship building. The organisation works with hospitals, governments and health organisations in the East of England and in low- and middle-income countries to share expertise and support sustainable change.

You’ll join a supportive, inclusive team and benefit from a generous package that includes:

• Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
• Leisure Centre on site
• NHS Discount Schemes
• Health Cash Plan – Medicash
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off
• Cycle to Work Scheme

We strongly encourage candidates of different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new team member is an opportunity for the organisation to bring in a different perspective and further diversify the charity.

Other roles you may have experience in could include Administrator, Office Coordinator, Operations Assistant, Events Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, Charity Administrator or Communications and Events Assistant.

The Resurgence Trust is seeking an Assistant Editor for Resurgence & Ecologist, working closely with the Editor to support the planning, production, administration and publication of this much-loved magazine. The successful candidate will bring expertise, journalistic flair, editorial rigour and a collaborative spirit to a small, highly experienced team working at the intersection of ecology, ethics and the arts.

This is an opportunity for a skilled editor and communicator with significant experience in magazine production, literary editing or journalism (ideally in print) to play a vital supporting role in the editorial and administrative processes of producing a high-quality magazine six times a year. 

The Resurgence Trust is an educational charity and global community that connects, informs and inspires positive change by honouring the interdependence of the Earth, the self and all living beings. Through Resurgence & Ecologist magazine, our events programme, and The Ecologist online, we inform the environmental debate, nurture a culture of optimism and wellbeing, and guide people towards creative and practical solutions to the global challenges we face today.

Please read the full job description before applying. 

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About The Connection at St Martin’s

We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.

London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.

About the Role

The Events & Community Fundraising Manager is an integral part of our ambitious and forward-thinking Fundraising & Communications team.

This postholder will deliver The Connection at St Martin’s Events and Community Fundraising activity. They will line manage the Events & Community Fundraising Assistant, with a particular focus on their work on our annual Pilgrimage event. They will work in conjunction with the Director of Fundraising & Communications to develop and implement an action plan for these important functions.  

This role will develop, manage and grow an enthusiastic and motivated team of challenge event participants, pioneer our involvement in the collaborative London Walk event, lead on our emerging Special Events programme, and identify new opportunities and networks for our Community Fundraising remit.

This role requires someone with a strong track record in Events and Community Fundraising, with a solutions-focussed mindset. They will need experience in translating sector best practice into action, and to be excited at the prospect of innovating and pursuing new Events and Community Fundraising opportunities for the organisation.

Salary: £41,599 - £45,097 (scale points 26-30)
Closing Date: Friday 30th January
Interview Date: Tuesday 10th February

Full Time, Maternity cover from March 2026 to January 2027

Our Benefits

· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays

· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget

· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy

· Enhanced family friendly policies

· Day off for moving house

· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)

· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Season Ticket Loan

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)

We are a London Living Wage employer

As our Events Assistant you have an exciting opportunity to join our developing charity. Working closely with the Events Manager, volunteers and a small team of colleagues, we are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to provide efficient and strong administration and coordination for both existing and new supportive events for bereaved parents and adult siblings. This role also involves supporting the volunteers who facilitate online groups, in-person retreats, support days, and supportive walks.

For this varied and busy role, we are looking for a highly organised individual with excellent interpersonal, written and IT skills. You will be comfortable working across multiple projects, be able to prioritise effectively and manage your time well in this part-time position, as many projects are time sensitive. You will have some experience in event administration and coordination and be able to learn new processes quickly. Excellent attention to detail is essential in this role and you will also be able to build successful relationships with volunteers and staff.  The role requires a high degree of flexibility, including a willingness to work some evenings and weekends. You will work closely with colleagues while also using your own initiative to work independently and complete time sensitive tasks. 

Benefits include:
* Employer pension contributions at 3% of salary
* 5 weeks/25 days (FTE) annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Personalised training and development budget
* Additional wellbeing/mental health days plus personal wellbeing budget
* Flexible working arrangements

Please note that this role is not involved in fundraising events. 

We value diversity and inclusion and actively support an inclusive culture. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups and bereaved individuals. 

This role is open to applications from bereaved or non-bereaved individuals.  However, in line with our policy for our volunteer team, we request that any bereaved parents or siblings considering applying for this paid Events Assistant role are at least 4 years bereaved to enable time to be given to your own loss and grief.

The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is the UK’s only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents whose child, of any age (from 1 month old to an adult child), has died from any cause. We also offer support to bereaved adult siblings and grandparents.

Via over 300 trained and supported volunteers, bereaved parents, adult siblings and grandparents themselves, we support over 25,000 bereaved parents each year through peer support offered in person, over the telephone, by email, online, and in print.

le Description

Working closely with both the Head of Development and Head of Strategic Projects and Planning, you'll be joining a growing team with the opportunity to shape your role and make a real impact on both the future of Ally Pally and the communities we serve.

Skills gained in the role could help you to build a career in fundraising, project delivery, or in assessing the social impact of heritage and culture.

Your work will help us to:

• Restore and reopen derelict spaces in the Victorian Palace for everyone to enjoy
• Improve key areas of the Park for both people and wildlife (including playgrounds, wetlands, wayfinding)
• Deliver our creative learning and wellbeing programmes, using the Palace's amazing spaces.
• Take forward our ambitious programme to help Ally Pally reach Net Zero

We are looking to recruit a strong administrator excited to learn and make change. We will consider applicants with previous experience in fundraising or project management in arts and heritage organisations, or transferable skills from customer-facing and administrative roles in other industries.

This is a full time, permanent post. 

The below is a summary, please see the JOB PACK for further details including how to apply and interview dates

Key duties 

Development Responsibilities

1. Administer pipeline for trust, foundation and statutory funding bids
2. Carry out desk research to identify potential trust, foundation and statutory supporters
3. Deliver fundraising bids and impact reporting to a small portfolio of trusts and statutory funders, focused on bids to a value of £10,000
4. Plan communications for regular fundraising and community newsletters
5. Donation processing, documentation and thanking for trust and statutory income

Strategic Planning and Projects Responsibilities

1. Meeting administration for Strategic Plan Working Group
2. Administrative support to develop the Charity's stakeholder relationships
3. Support with events for Capital Fundraising Campaign including London Festival or Architecture and Haringey London Borough of Culture
4. Desk research into capital redevelopment in arts, heritage and green spaces
5. Financial processing and budget tracking of team expenditure

Person specification

Essential

• Right to work in the UK
• Administrative experience ideally gained within either a fundraising or project management context
• Experience in customer service and / or communications with donors, clients or customers
• Long-form writing and / or copy writing experience
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Experienced user of microsoft 365
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage own workload and meet deadlines
• Willingness to be flexible within a role supporting a range of development projects

Desirable

• Experience using a CRM system
• Bid writing experience
• financial admin experience
• Experience organising events and / or travel for staff, donors or clients
• Strong interest in charitable fundraising
• Strong interest in placemaking, culture and heritage redevelopment

PA

Empower Change as a PA to the CFMO!

Join World Vision UK as a Personal Assistant to Drive Fundraising and Marketing Success

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Position: PA to the Chief Fundraising & Marketing Officer

Location: Hybrid/Milton Keynes (onsite 2 days per week)

Hours: Full Time 36.5 per week

Contract: Maternity Cover - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: Circa £30,874 per annum good range of benefits

Closing Date: 6th February 2026. We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date should a strong candidate be identified

Interview Dates: W/C 9th February 2026, in person

About the Role

World Vision UK is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as the Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Fundraising & Marketing Officer (CFMO). This role is pivotal in supporting our mission to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children around the world.

Key Responsibilities

· Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CFMO, including managing schedules, organising meetings, and handling correspondence.

· Liaison Duties: Serve as the primary point of contact between the CFMO, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring seamless communication and coordination.

· Organisational Tasks: Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials as required, ensuring all documents are accurate and delivered on time.

· Event Coordination: Organise and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events, ensuring all logistics are effectively managed. This includes all directorate wide meetings such as prayer meetings, team away days and social gatherings.

· Project Management: Support the CFMO in various projects, ensuring deadlines are met and objectives are achieved.

· Managing Travel and External Engagements: Our CFMO is externally facing approximately 30% of the time, your travel management skills are critical. This will include planning and booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and itineraries to ensure smooth and efficient travel experiences.

· Cross Directorate Support: As a PA to the CFMO, you play a crucial role in supporting not just the CFMO but the entire directorate

About You

We are looking for someone with:

· Proven Experience: A successful track record of supporting directors or chief executives, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently within an organisational framework.

· Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational abilities with a keen attention to detail, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.

· Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

· Motivation and Enthusiasm: A proactive and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion for contributing to a mission-driven organisation.

· Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

If you are looking to leverage your skills and experience in a role that offers both challenge and reward, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Together, we can create a better future for children in need.

All applicants must be willing to work within a Christian framework and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.

In addition to the salary offered, we offer:

· A flexible and supportive working culture

· Pension scheme (with employer contributions)

· Generous holiday allowance

· Free parking (Milton Keynes office)

· Opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals

· A welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference

About the Organisation

World Vision is an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy we’ve helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian organisation, everything we do is motivated by our faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.

World Vision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. World Vision UK also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

Please note the organisation can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3.

You may also have experience in areas such PA, Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Administrator, Senior Administrator, Admin Manager, Administration Manager, PA to CEO, Personal Assistant to CEO, Exec PA, Executive PA.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Summary 

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on individual to join our growing team as a Community Assistant, playing a vital role in the day-to-day delivery of our community programme. This is a practical, people-focused role centered on creating safe, welcoming spaces where women can connect, learn, and grow. You will be at the heart of our events and workshops, handling the essential logistics that remove barriers and allow the women we support to engage fully.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement section under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Job description and person specification

Women who've survived trafficking and exploitation deserve spaces where they feel safe, valued, and free to grow. As our new Community Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our expanding community programme and making that happen. 

This is an exciting time to join Ella's. We're scaling up our workshops, events, and community activities, creating more opportunities for survivors to connect, learn, and move forward. And this practical, hands-on role will be central to that growth.

You'll be the one setting up workshops, coordinating the details that make events run smoothly, and creating the warm, welcoming atmosphere where survivors can thrive. From arranging transport to ensuring there are refreshments and fidget toys on hand, you'll handle the logistics that remove barriers and help women engage fully.

Every session you support, every practical problem you solve, it all adds up to something powerful: women reclaiming their futures. And you'll be building this work from the ground up

Key tasks

Casework provision 

• Provide support for our weekly sessions and programs.

• Contribute to the initial planning and development of regular and seasonal community events.

• Assist with delivering all scheduled workshops, courses, and community events.

• Manage logistical aspects of sessions, including preparing materials, setting up and tidying event spaces, and ensuring all essential items are available (refreshments, first aid supplies, registration and feedback forms, and fidget toys).

• Address practical barriers for attendees, such as coordinating transport expenses are covered and childcare support is arranged (if applicable).

• Create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere during sessions.

• Support in the creation of resources, such as short videos and simple manuals, to support basic skill development for survivors.

• Support the collection of survivor feedback, with a focus on helping those with language barriers so that everyone's voice is heard.

Administrative support

• Help complete and maintain all session plans, risk assessments, and reflection notes for community sessions.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of attendance and M&E data registry.

• Support content gathering for communications as needed.

Person specification

Essential 

• Skilled in organising events and activities, ensuring they align with the needs and preferences of the survivor community.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills to manage paperwork, coordinate events, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to create a welcoming atmosphere and interact with diverse community members.

• Ability to maintain clear boundaries.

• Excellent IT skill suitable for the role, in particular Microsoft Word, Google Drive, Gmail

• Empathy and a sensitive approach to working with vulnerable individuals and survivors.

• Problem-solving ability to address practical issues for attendees, such as transport or childcare needs.

• Attention to detail for tasks like record-keeping, data entry, and form completion.

• Basic IT skills including proficiency in word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs) and email.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team to support the overall goals of the community program.

• Experience in a practical, hands-on role supporting or facilitating events, workshops, or group activities.

• Experience in coordinating logistics for events and workshops in collaboration with facilities management.

• Direct experience working with vulnerable individuals or in a community support setting.

• Experience with logistical tasks, such as setting up event spaces and managing supplies.

• Understanding of trauma and mental health support needs.

• Safeguarding and professional boundaries.

• Principles of good health and safety.

• Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

• Possess a commitment to follow the policies and procedures and ethos of Ella’s and be a committed advocate of our work 

• It is a requirement of this job role that she is female under the Equality Act 2010 

• The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the values and principles of Ella’s. The postholder must be prepared to operate within the ethos of the organisation and ensure that people of all backgrounds and beliefs are respected.

Desirable

• A second language is highly desirable. 

• Working with migrants, including refugees and asylum seekers.

• Experience supporting individuals with language barriers.

• Working in small charities.

• Familiarity with the challenges and barriers faced by survivors.

• Knowledge of local community resources or support networks.

• Experience of working with people from different backgrounds

Benefits 

• You will be part of a small but dynamic organisation changing women’s lives, supporting and empowering them to build safe futures.

• You will have the opportunity to help give direction and vision to the work of Ella’s, and to work alongside a committed team.

• Access to a professional supervisor.

• 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays.

• Regular social wellbeing initiatives.

• Health benefits programme for all staff.

Special conditions

• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.

• Due to the nature of the work, this post is for women only.

• The role is subject to a six-month probationary period.

• An ability and willingness to work flexibly, and at other Ella’s locations if required, is necessary for this role.

How to apply 

To apply for this role, please submit the following: 

• Up to date CV 

• Covering letter 

• Completed equal opportunities online monitoring form. The information on this form will be treated as confidential and used for statistical purposes only. The form will not be treated as part of your application. This form is submitted online and does not need to be emailed with your application documents. 

Please apply on CharityJob with your CV and covering letter before 9:00am on Thursday 12 February 2026.

We will review applications as we receive them and may offer interviews before the closing date. It is intended that interviews will be held in person or online in February/March. Candidates will be invited to interview by email, so please check your spam. 

Please also note that appointment to this role will be subject to a enhanced DBS check. 

Two reasons why you should join Ella’s

1. You will make a difference: Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Join us, and be a crucial part of ensuring survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free. 

2. You will work in a great place: We are a passionate, growing organisation. Of our staff, 100% say they would recommend Ella’s as a place to work. As a team, we are strong, women-led, authentic, professional, fun and supportive of one another.

More about Ella’s 

Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Our mission is to do everything we can to ensure survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free. 

Here is a summary of our main activities: 

• We run six safe houses. This supported accommodation is crucial for survivors, until they are ready and able to live independently. 

• We provide regular support for women and families in neighbourhoods across London, and many more further afield when they need us. 

• We speak out on issues affecting the women we work with. We care deeply about survivors of trafficking and exploitation and want to see a world where these crimes are not tolerated. 

Ella’s is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, as we believe having a diverse team adds value and positively impacts our service. We actively encourage applicants from BAME backgrounds, LGBTQ+ applicants and those with disabilities. We are committed to equality and diversity within our organisation. 

Role: Director of Fundraising and Communications

Location:Home-based, with regular attendance (2-3 times per month) of meetings in London.

Salary:£70,000 (pro-rata for part-time)

Type: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) or flexible to at least 0.8 FTE

Responsible to:CEO

Responsible for:Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital (and team); Fundraising Managers x 2; Fundraising Assistant

Benefits:   Flexible working arrangements, 28 days of annual leave and bank holidays (FTE pro-rata for part-time) + 1 day for your birthday, pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.

About the role

Every five minutes, someone, somewhere in the world is told that they have MS. There are currently 2.9 million people in the world living with MS. When you’re diagnosed with MS, in just seconds, the future that you saw for yourself and your loved ones has been shattered. A diagnosis often comes at a time when you’re in the prime of your life, when you should be planning your future, not facing a lifetime of uncertainty. Knowing you have MS can feel incredibly isolating and lonely.

Overcoming MS is here to provide hope: through lifestyle changes, backed by scientific research, a full and healthy life with MS is possible. Could you be the person that helps us get this message of hope through to thousands of people diagnosed each year, their families and friends, and to potential funders?

This role is an essential leadership role in Overcoming MS, working as a key member of a small Senior Leadership Team, in partnership with the Chief Executive and Director of Services. The Director of Fundraising & Communications is responsible for driving income generation, strengthening the charity’s profile, and embedding marketing and digital excellence across all areas of work.

Job summary:

You will set both strategic direction and deliver hands-on activity, overseeing all fundraising streams, communications, digital platforms, and supporter engagement. You will develop integrated strategies that maximise limited resources, grow sustainable income, amplify our impact and ensure the charity communicates with clarity, consistency, and purpose.

You will lead a small team of fundraisers, marketeers and communicators to deliver to our current organisational plans, whilst developing longer term plans to extend our reach and our income base. You will work proactively and independently to build relationships, develop innovative campaigns and provide the support that enables our service delivery to function.

You will be expected to provide a high standard and quality of impact across a range of activities and projects, being fully aware of and upholding the charity’s values, and taking responsibility for modelling these to others across the organisation and to the wider community.

Key responsibilities:

1. Strategic & organisational leadership

• Lead the development and delivery of an integrated fundraising, communications, and digital strategy aligned with the charity’s mission and growth ambitions.
• Provide senior leadership input into organisational planning, impact reporting, and strategic development.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
• Foster a collaborative, values-driven culture and support wider organisational priorities.

2. Fundraising leadership

· Drive sustainable income growth across key fundraising streams:

o Individual giving and regular giving

o Major donors

o Trusts and Foundations

o Corporate partnerships and sponsorships

• • Community and challenge events
• Personally manage selected high-value supporters and partnerships.
• Develop compelling cases for support, pitches, and fundraising campaigns.
• Ensure excellent donor journeys and stewardship, supported by effective digital and CRM systems.
• Maintain compliance with fundraising best practice and regulations.

3. Communications, brand & digital

· Transform our approach to raising awareness – both of the connection between healthy lifestyle and MS, as well as Overcoming MS itself – ensuring we reach people with MS and their families at the earliest point of a diagnosis.

• Lead Overcoming MS’s communication strategy to significantly grow visibility, engagement and trust, with everyone affected by MS, the Overcoming MS community, donors and fundraisers, and other key stakeholders.

• Ensure digital and communication tools, channels, systems and platforms underpin and are able to maximise opportunities for all fundraising, communications, and operational activity.
• Use communication and marketing techniques to amplify the impact of our services and increase our reach, ensuring maximum take up.
• Oversee the charity’s website, ensuring strong user experience, accessibility, SEO performance, and conversion optimisation.

• Oversee production of high-quality, tailored content for digital, print, and social channels.

• Oversee digital supporter acquisition and retention: paid ads, email marketing, marketing automation, and analytics.

5. Campaigns & public engagement

• Lead fundraising, awareness and media campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Use data, insights, and analytics to optimise campaign performance and supporter engagement.

6. Other

• Provide regular performance reports to the CEO and Board, including financial updates, campaign metrics, and risk management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulation, data protection, accessible communications and digital governance, ensuring all our activities are compliant.
• Ensure that all activities uphold the charity’s values, safeguarding practices, and ethical commitments.
• Represent the charity externally at events, conferences, and partner meetings.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential experience

• Senior leadership experience within a charity or non-profit organisation, ideally in a small team or resource-limited environment.
• Proven track record of generating income across multiple fundraising streams.
• Experience leading digital, communications, and/or marketing functions.
• Demonstrable experience of measurable impact within a small organisation, through increasing income generation or significant reach.
• Demonstrable experience of content creation, audience engagement and strong message creation.
• Experience of delivering integrated campaigns, including overseeing media and digital engagement, with demonstrable outcomes.
• Experience managing donor relationships, funder reporting, and high-quality proposals.
• Budget management and strategic planning experience.
• Significant experience of managing external providers, agencies, suppliers and partners, managing relationships to achieve better terms, service or outcomes, overcoming difficulties or retendering where required.

Essential skills & competencies

• Strong digital skills: CRM systems, website CMS, email marketing tools, social media management, analytics, and digital fundraising techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling stories and proposals.
• Relationship-building ability with donors, partners, media, supporters, and stakeholders.
• Creative and data-driven approach to engagement, marketing, and income generation.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fundraising, communications, GDPR, safeguarding, accessibility and other standards.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery.
• Strong organisational, planning, and project-management skills.

Personal attributes

• Passion for the work that Overcoming MS does and the communities we serve.
• Highly adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, small-team environment.
• Understanding of an organisation with a dispersed, remote team across a wide geography.
• Collaborative, supportive, and able to inspire confidence internally and externally.
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to ethical fundraising and responsible communications.
• Excellent standard of written and spoken English and ability to communicate effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Fully committed to Overcoming MS’s values

Desirable

• Experience with a charity from the health sector or an understanding of multiple sclerosis or other neurological conditions.

Executive Assistant 

Reports to: Chief Executive 
Location: Remote, with some attendance at our office in Victoria, SW1 and other meetings as required, plus 5 Annual Staff days per year 
Hours: 28 hours per week preferable, however we will consider 21 hours per week 

 Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 FTE (FTE 35 hours per week) 
Contract: Permanent 
Interviews: Tuesday 27th January online via TEAMS 

About AdviceUK 

AdviceUK is a small, growing charity working to improve the lives of people in need of advice through the support it gives to its members. We currently have 650 members, who last year supported 2.8 million people with free advice on a diverse range of issues including debt, benefits, housing and immigration. 

This is an exciting time to join us. In 2024, we launched our new three-year strategy to develop our services to members and strengthen our organisational capacity. 

As part of our continued growth, we are now seeking an Executive Assistant to join our team and support the Chief Executive to work effectively with the Board and to support the senior leadership team. 

Role Purpose 

We are looking for an organised and proactive Executive Assistant to join our team. The Executive Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the Chief Executive (CE), the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board of Trustees to work efficiently and effectively together to achieve AdviceUK’s strategic objectives, to the benefit of people seeking advice and the communities served by our members

This is a diverse and dynamic role in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment — ideal for someone who is solutions-focused, aligned with our mission, and thrives in a collaborative, small-team setting. 

Please note: We are open to flexible working proposals, but the role will need to work on a Friday and attend three Board meetings a year that are held online from 5-7pm. Please include the details of any flexible working proposals you would like to make in your application. 

Key Responsibilities 

 1.1 Provide proactive and effective support to the Chief Executive (CE) by 

• Managing the flow of information to and from the CE, filtering communications and acting to resolve issues; referring internal and external enquirers to the correct person whilst recognising urgency/importance of the enquiry. 

• Being the friendly and approachable gatekeeper for the CE internally, ensuring they are accessible to staff and trustees whilst setting appropriate boundaries around their time and availability. 

• Proactively managing correspondence, including email, Teams, telephone messages, meeting requests, responding where appropriate and/or briefing the CE. 

• Manage the CE’s diary proactively and in line with their priorities; ensuring they are fully briefed for all internal and external meetings and events. 

• Exercise judgement, flexibility, tact and sensitivity in time management and in managing potential diary conflicts, having due regard for AdviceUK priorities. 

• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times, managing electronic and paper-based information systems in line with GDPR.Collate, input and circulate important information to defined stakeholders. 

• Be responsible for the CE’s travel arrangements and meetings, including coordinating travel, accommodation, and itineraries. 

• Represent the views of the CE to colleagues and others accurately through clear communication. 

1.2 Assist with budget and expenditure management for the CE, including submission of monthly expenses 

1.3  Assist the CE in their line management of staff by co-ordinating performance  reviews within defined timelines; ensuring agreed training and development  actions are delivered in liaison with the HR team. 

1.4 Draft correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting agendas as  requested by the CE 

1.5  Maintain accurate and organised digital and physical files that are  appropriately accessible to relevant staff. 

1.6  Log CE interactions with members and stakeholders on Salesforce, ensuring that any further action is taken by CE or relevant staff 

2. Senior Leadership Team (SLT) support 

2.1  Organise meetings, agendas and – where in-person  – book rooms and catering for SLT Meetings and Monthly Managers meeting. Where relevant, ensure papers, reports etc are circulated on time. 

2.2  Support SLT to ensure required reporting is produced effectively and on time e.g. quarterly review of annual plan, key performance indicators 

2.3  Ensure decisions made and actions agreed at these meetings are documented so SLT can ensure they are implemented. 

2.4 Take ownership for specific cross team projects where requested. 

3. Governance support for AdviceUK Board and its subsidiaries  

3.1 Schedule and organise Board and committee meetings 

3.2 Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and minutes 

3.3 Maintain effective relationships with the Chair and trustees and ensure they are supported to deliver their voluntary role effectively 

3.4 Support trustee recruitment and onboarding as required 

3.5 Ensure effective governance record keeping 

3.6 Support the CE as Company Secretary to ensure statutory records and annual reporting is up to date 

3.7 Maintain effective relationships with funders and other supporters who can provide free meeting space for in-person Board and other meetings 

3.8 Ensure annual Board diversity and skills audits are undertaken and agreed actions implemented in collaboration with HR Manager 

3.9 Support the CE in attending all AdviceUK subsidiaries’ meeting and ensuring  AdviceUK’sBoard is kept informed of their progress and performance. 

4. General responsibilities 

4.1 Ensure you effectively communicate AdviceUK’s vision, mission and objectives to staff, members and external stakeholders. 

4.2 Ensure you demonstrate AdviceUK’s values and behaviours in all aspects of your work. 

4.3 Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including staff trustees; members, partners and suppliers.

4.4 With support from your manager, deliver your agreed personal objectives and undertake any agreed development or training. 

4.5 Maintain a strong understanding of our members and the advice sector more generally, by reading internal reports; accessing relevant data reports; following our social media channels and, where possible, attending member and other relevant events. With the agreement of your line manager, ensure you make time to speak to members and visit their services. 

4.6 Adhere at all times to AdviceUK’s policies and procedures. 

4.7 Carry out any reasonable duties compatible with the post assigned by your line manager. 

Are you an experienced Executive Assistant who loves what you do and wants to do it in an organisation that makes a real difference in the world?

We have an exciting new role of Executive Assistant supporting our two Co-Executive Directors and Board. You‘ll join our team at an exciting time as our Co-Executive Directors (who joined in 2025) continue to settle into Synchronicity Earth, meaning you’ll be able to stamp your own style onto this brand new role.

You’ll be a vital part of our governance processes as the key coordinator of meeting scheduling, papers, and ensuring actions are completed. As the right hand to our Co-Executives, you’ll support them with diary management, travel, and will be a trusted support person in their daily working lives.

To be successful you’ll bring prior experience as an Executive Assistant who has supported a Board. Your organisational skills, attention to detail, and appreciation of how to work with tact set you apart.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU USE AI IN YOUR APPLICATION, YOU ARE MUCH LESS LIKELY TO BE SHORTLISTED. WE WANT TO SEE YOUR UNIQUE, BRILLIANT SELF. We do not use AI in any part of our decision-making process for recruitment.

Closing date: 26 January 2026 10am

First stage interviews (Zoom):  2 - 6 February 2026

Second stage interviews (at our office in-person): 9 – 13 February 2026

Synchronicity Earth’s mission it to bring conservation to life through our work, championing effective approaches and increasing funding for Earth’s overlooked species and ecosystems and the communities working to protect them.

By joining, you’re not just taking part; you're contributing to our vision of a world in which biological and cultural diversity are valued, celebrated, and flourishing.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds for this role, particularly non-graduates, and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. We also welcome candidates who may have taken a career break. Your unique experiences and fresh perspective will only enhance our team's diversity and strengthen our ability to tackle the complex challenges facing our planet.

Candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities who meet the criteria (in the section of the job description headed ‘What you will bring to the team’) and opt-in to our Guaranteed Interview Scheme will enter the first recruitment stage, see more information below.

Application and Recruitment Process

Inclusion is a priority throughout our workplace culture and is embedded in our recruitment process. To support this, the first stage of recruitment will be anonymised by Charity Job to mitigate against unconscious bias. Please let us know at any stage during the recruitment process if you have any accessibility requirements and we will do what we can to accommodate these for you. Please also let us know which pronouns you would like to be referred by, if you wish.

How to apply:

· Complete the application questions, upload your CV, and submit your application through Charity Job.

· Fill in our candidate survey. Whilst this survey is optional it is the way to opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (information below) if you would like.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

We recognise that people from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities are under-represented in our sector, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond.

As part of our commitment to attract and retain talented individuals from under-represented groups to the conservation and environment sector, if you belong to these groups, you can opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) in our candidate survey. See the attachment which outlines how to do this and includes the link to the surey. If you meet the essential criteria for a role, you'll be guaranteed a first-stage assessment. The results of this assessment will be used to select candidates for the first-stage interview.

Curatorial Assistant

Permanent, Full-Time

£28,000 - £30,000 per annum

You will participate in an ambitious and inclusive permanent display and exhibitions programme, and will work closely with the Senior Curator, Senior Collections Manager and other colleagues deliver the strategy for care, access and engagement for the Collections. You will contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the Collections Department, creating a sense of common purpose, with an openness to innovative thinking and awareness of best practice. You will participate in the strategy for Waddesdon and the RF as a whole and the representation of the Collections within it so that learning and skills are valued and the Collections Department is recognized as an exemplar of excellence. You will work with a wide range of other departments and require good people and communication skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Become familiar with the whole collection and develop interests in particular subject areas. Those that would benefit from particular focus include (but are not limited to) paintings (specifically Dutch 17th century), textiles, photographs, books, prints and drawings, sculpture and contemporary art

• Undertake research and information gathering for projects and reports

• Support the delivery of exhibitions, projects and permanent displays

• Assist with planning of events, activities and visits by groups and individuals to the Department. Act as point of contact for these arrangements and liaise with relevant teams to deliver these activities

• Schedule and support meetings of the Collections Department and assist with the preparation of agendas

• Manage the distribution of incoming enquiries about the collections, passing on to relevant colleagues, taking action as appropriate and drafting some communications as required.  Keep track of progress on enquiries

• Support research and cataloguing campaigns and assist with inputting information onto the Collections Management system including tidying of information such as checking for duplicate records, checking for missing/inaccurate data)

You will be a great fit if:

You have a relevant Undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience and qualifiations, with a desire to expand your skills and working with varied 19th and 20th century collections. You are collaborative, engaged, and motivated, able to work both as a kay part in a small team and independently.

You enjoy variety but can show your attention to detail and dedication in infromation gathering and record keeping.

For the full job description, please see the attached. To apply for the role, please submit your covering letter and CV.