Communications jobs in lincolnshire, east midlands
About Finance at Hope into Action
The Finance function of Hope Into Action is small team comprising the Finance Lead, the Finance Administrator and a volunteer reporting to the Head of Operations. It is largely paperless and supports our 42 staff with accounts payable and receivable functions. It works in conjunction with the other departments to deliver timely, accurate and strategic financial information for both the Executive Team and the Board of Trustees.
About the role
The Finance Lead is a key role in enabling Hope into Action fulfil its vision of every church lovingly making a home for those experiencing homelessness.
The role is broad ranging from monitoring the Finance inbox to posting transactions on our Xero accounting system and producing the monthly management accounts within our target of 10 working days from the month end
In addition, you will support the year end work by producing the schedules required by auditors, take a lead in the annual budgeting process, produce the biannual investor statements and compile the gift aid returns.
You will be expected to meet regularly with budget holders to help them achieve their targets and/or devise a plan to bring them back on track.
About you
We are looking for a self-motivated person with a passion for our work, tenants, staff, churches and mission. You will be adaptable and equally comfortable with bank reconciliations as writing a commentary on the management accounts. We employ people of hope where humility, a genuine desire to love and serve others, and strength of character are as important as any job description. This is reflected in our six core values: strength, hope, action, love, open ears (listening) and mutuality, or “Shalom” as we sometimes call them.
You will have a track record of finance experience but also be relatable; able to support staff with little or no financial experience. You should have a passion for the homeless, churches and our vision & values.
We value diversity and recognise that a diverse team will help us raise our performance in empowering those we serve. We are interested in your individual skills, strengths, knowledge and experience.
About us
We believe that everyone has the right to a home and churches have the power to meet the tragedy of homelessness in their community.
Starting 15 years ago, we have grown into a mature organisation working with over 100 churches running 126 homes for over 400 tenants.
We have won numerous awards both secular and Christian including from the Guardian newspaper, Homeless Link and Centre for Social Justice.
We provide not just shelter and housing know-how, but also the friendship of a church, we are passionate about harnessing the social, financial and spiritual power of churches to enact real change both in them and our tenants.
Our first home had a real heart for men coming out of prison. Homes are now available for a wide range of people experiencing homelessness: people in recovery from addiction, people sleeping rough, women and children fleeing domestic violence, people coming out of rehab, former prostitutes, refugees, those suffering mental health issues and survivors of human trafficking.
Roughly, 50% of our homes are in our ‘line-managed cities’ (Peterborough, Norwich, Nottingham, Cambridge), the other 50% are found across a further 30+ towns which we franchise into.
We encourage others to replicate our model through franchising. The tragedy of homelessness is in every community. Our vision is for every church to lovingly provide the homeless with a home.
Working at Hope into Action can be incredibly rewarding. We offer the opportunity to work in a supportive and flexible environment.
We are looking for a full-time Finance Lead but would consider a job share.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Operation Christmas Child UK (OCC) has implemented a strategic volunteer ministry, investing in teams of volunteers who will multiply themselves and hugely extend the reach of OCC’s mission.
OCC is the world’s largest shoebox appeal where Samaritan’s Purse, together with local churches here and overseas, distributes from the UK 1/4 million gift-filled shoeboxes annually to children in need overseas and in so doing demonstrates God’s love in a tangible way while sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ.
A resourceful and energetic Regional Manager is needed to recruit, select, equip, and lead teams of volunteers throughout the 32 London boroughs.
You will be passionate about developing others towards highly effective ministry, teamwork and increased personal competency.
You will also directly engage churches to participate in OCC in areas not yet covered by Connect volunteers. A special opportunity will be engaging London churches that have partnered with our sister ministry, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association for the June 2025 God Loves You Tour London.
You will be confident to take initiative with people and projects and also have good administrative and organisational skills. You will also enjoy envisioning the numerous volunteers who participate in the OCC shoebox appeal each year.
You will enthusiastically support the Christian purposes of OCC and Samaritan’s Purse and be committed to the value of well-equipped volunteers and to developing them further. Candidates will have proven people and project management and administrative experience in the workplace and be educated to A levels or ideally Degree level.
This role is based in region, and so prospective candidates should currently live in the region and provide their own transport for which defined expenses will be paid.
In accordance with the Equality Act of 2010 and due to both the nature and context of the role there is an ‘occupational requirement’ for the post holder to be a committed Christian. The job holder should be committed to the purpose of Samaritan’s Purse and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for the Christian purposes of the organisation and be able to live out, hold to, support and contribute to its Christian ethos.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Operations Officer (Internal role names: Scheduler, Response Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator)
Time: 2.5 days per week (20 hours). Monday is an essential working day, the rest of the time can be worked flexibly within business hours.
Where: Remote - UK based. Two team days per year in London / South East or online.
Salary: £26,000 full time equivalent
Deadline: 27th June
As Scheduler, you’ll help allocate new client referrals to our team of practitioners and coordinate smooth handovers between team members. You’ll work closely with the Scheduling Lead and wider operations team to ensure efficiency and continuity of care.
In the Response Coordinator role, you'll manage all incoming enquiries via phone and email, ensuring timely responses and directing queries to the appropriate team member.
As Volunteer and Placement Coordinator, you’ll oversee the onboarding of volunteers and Music Therapy student placements, matching individuals to suitable settings, and handling DBS checks and references.
You’ll also contribute to ongoing improvements by sharing feedback and insights from your role to support the development of internal systems and processes.
Accountabilities
This role involves a range of duties that may vary week to week. Key responsibilities include:
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Responding promptly to general enquiries from individuals and organisations via phone and email
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Supporting the scheduling team with new referrals, service contracts, and opportunities, including liaising with Music Therapists and Community Musicians
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Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in our CRM system (Salesforce or similar experience is desirable), including logging communications and key information
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Ensuring clear and consistent communication with clients, referrers, and partner organisations regarding referrals and enquiries
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Creating and managing service agreements using Jotform
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Assisting with assurance and compliance paperwork
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Transferring referral data and supporting team members in keeping client records current
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Coordinating student placements and volunteer onboarding, including DBS and reference checks and matching to appropriate settings
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Signposting individuals to relevant resources where appropriate
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Providing operational support to team members and directing queries to the appropriate colleague
Person specification
We are looking for a highly organised, efficient individual who can work independently and take initiative when needed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy and sensitivity in all communications, with a warm and supportive telephone manner and the ability to write clear, compassionate email responses to clients and referrers.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach are essential, as this role involves close interaction with colleagues across the team. An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, music therapy and the experiences of our clients is important.
Confidence using digital tools and systems is essential, as the role involves working with a range of platforms to support service delivery and coordination.
Key essential competencies:
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Excellent and clear communication both written and verbal
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Attention to detail
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Ability to prioritise effectively where needed
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Ability to work with sensitive data confidentially and in line with GDPR requirements
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An empathic and understanding approach
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Understanding of safeguarding practices and willingness to stay up to date with regular training
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Ability to understand the needs of our clients to help ensure the right support, in collaboration with the practitioners
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Ability to work responsively to changes
Desirable:
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Experience of working with a CRM database, Salesforce is preferable
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Experience using Google workspace and Google Docs and Sheets
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Experience working with Jotform and Slack is preferable
Training will be provided in all these areas should you not have experience working with these platforms.
Job benefits
With our benefits there is something good for everyone. We are a progressive organisation that believes building a good team culture is not only good for everyone who works for us – but it makes a difference to how we engage with our clients too.
That’s why when you join Chiltern Music Therapy, you can expect to receive a wide range of impressive employee benefits including:
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Competitive annual leave allowance
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Flexible working
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High street discount shopping portal
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EAP package - access to confidential support and wellbeing services
About Chiltern Music Therapy
Chiltern is an award-winning social enterprise that provides music therapy, community music services and training to over 1700 people of all ages and many different needs across England each year. Formed in 2011 from a desire to change how music therapy was offered in the UK, we hold accessibility and financial inclusivity at our heart, working across health, education, social care and community settings.
Proud to be a self-managed and employee-owned organisation, we strive to create a world where music therapy is the transformative thread in the lives of the children and adults we support. At Chiltern we recognise the different strengths within our team. We provide an environment where people can take charge of the work they do and make informed decisions using professional judgement and life experience, alongside peer support. We’re welcoming, inclusive, and have worked hard to create a positive environment that we are proud of. You can find out more about us on our website.
How to apply
To apply, please email your CV and a one-page covering letter which should include your reasons for wanting to join Chiltern Music Therapy and suitability for the role.
We welcome enquiries and applications from people of all identities and backgrounds and value diversity in our workforce.
Closing date for applications: Due to high volume of applications we are closing this early on Friday 27th June 2025.
We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible as we may close applications early depending on application numbers.
For more information about Chiltern Music Therapy please visit our website
Role Purpose
Winston’s Wish is a digital first organisation leading the way in Digital Transformation across the Bereavement sector. This role is new and exciting and will play a vital part in helping Winston’s Wish turn up the dial across our high value fundraising.
As Philanthropy Manager you will be responsible for growing income from major donors and Trusts and Foundations through excellent donor stewardship. Leading a team of committed Trust fundraisers, you will focus on identifying prospective individual donors and foundations and develop lasting relationships with them. You will also support the management of relationships with existing donors, ensuring all donors have an excellent experience of supporting Winston’s Wish and understand the impact of their support on the lives of grieving children.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership
- To lead and inspire the Philanthropy team fostering a collaborative and high culture that delivers against income and objectives.
- Provide clear and supportive leadership that motivates staff to achieve, develop and grow in their roles.
- Undertake quarterly reviews for all direct reports.
Philanthropy Fundraising
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with high-value donors, ensuring effective solicitation, stewardship, and follow-up to secure significant contributions (six-figure gifts).
- Build and maintain a portfolio of Trust & Grants supporters. Responsible for researching, approaching and developing compelling applications with a focus on ensuring Trusts & Grants provide a long-term, diverse and sustainable income stream.
- Lead the development and stewardship of the Philanthropy board to identify and secure transformational (6-7 figure) gifts and the development of the Business development Board to open opportunities with Corporate Partners.
- Write and design a compelling case for support that is tailored to our High Value audiences.
- Lead on planning and delivering successful high value cultivation events.
- Represent Winston’s Wish at fundraising events and meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
- You will identify new major donors and Trusts and Foundations who have the potential to make a significant difference to the lives of grieving children. You will develop and implement cultivation strategies to turn prospects into supporters.
- You will work with the Individual Giving Manager to identify mid-level donors who could be stewarded into the major donor pipeline.
Strategy, Planning and reporting
- You will work alongside the Director of Income Generation to support the development and implementation of a new Philanthropy strategy covering development of a prospect pipeline, building a culture of peer referrals, annual targets and personalised engagement plans.
- Lead on developing and delivering effective stewardship journeys and cultivation plans.
- Produce regular reports on fundraising activity, analysing performance against targets, and identifying areas for improvement and growth.
- Work with the Director of Income Generation to develop the annual budget, including leading on monthly performance reports and contributing to quarterly reforecasts and reporting against KPI’s and milestones.
- Undertake research and make use of tools to identify potential High Value partners.
Collaboration
- Work closely with the Director of Income Generation, SLT and other teams to maximise high value fundraising opportunities.
- Where appropriate, you will involve Winston’s Wish senior staff and the Board of Trustees to make the most of opportunities to engage and build relationships with existing and potential supporters.
All Staff
- Contribute to the vision and mission of Winston's Wish; whilst embedding the values into your daily work activities.
- Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
- Contribute to the overall success of the charity’s fundraising needs by providing case studies, attending events and adding value to the experience of our supporters as required.
- Contribute to the brand and reach of the charity by working alongside our Marketing & Communications Team when relevant press opportunities arise or when required for social media and online content (including the use of photography).
- Work to objectives, targets and work plans agreed with your line manager.
- Undertake specific projects and other ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager, fulfilling any deadlines, reviews and reporting procedures required.
- Take an active part in the quarterly review process and participate in training agreed with your line manager.
- Recognise and champion the lived experience of children and young people with bereavement within your work.
- Ensure the health and safety of all colleagues, volunteers and visitors in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
Person Specification
Essential
- A proven track record in high-value fundraising, including securing 6-7 figure donations from high-net-worth individuals, trusts, foundations, and businesses.
- Track record of converting cold prospects to planned gifts of 6-7 figures.
- Experience in effectively developing, managing and reporting complex income and expenditure budgets.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels and excellent written skills.
- Experience of successfully engaging trustees and/or senior volunteer committees to drive philanthropic income.
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive and results-driven mindset.
- Experience of researching and prospecting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate with senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Highly professional, flexible and committed to achieve and exceed KPIs.
- Ability to manage projects and associated budgets.
- A self-starter with strong team working skills.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands and meet tight deadlines.
- A creative thinker and quick to respond to opportunities.
Desirable
- Understanding of child bereavement.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Experience of using Salesforce CRM System.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: Tuesday 1st July 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 9th July 2025
Interview location: MS Teams
Winston’s Wish reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Winston’s Wish is a charity that helps children, teenagers and young adults find their feet when their worlds are turned upside down.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Humane World for Animals UK is part of one of the largest animal protection organisations in the world, striving for a better future for animals through advocacy, education, and hands-on programmes. We are an effective voice for animals running campaigns in wildlife protection, alternatives to animal experiments, and farmed animal welfare, backed by hundreds of thousands of supporters across the country. A small but effective team, Humane World UK has big ambitions to create further positive change for animals both here in the UK and around the world.
About the position
Responsible for the strategic leadership and effective delivery of Humane World UK’s wildlife campaigns, this role is an exciting opportunity to create change at scale. The purpose of the position is to deliver Humane World UK’s wildlife campaigns including, at present, ensuring the successful passage into law of a Bill to ban imports of hunting trophies into the UK. The role will be responsible for identifying opportunities to progress wildlife protection in the UK, including for Humane World's global priority initiatives to promote humane human-wildlife co-existence, and to effectively tackle wildlife trade including for 'exotic' companion animals.
If you are results-oriented, persuasive, organised and, ideally, have knowledge of wildlife protection and a commitment to animal welfare, then we would like to hear from you.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Create strategies, workplans and messaging for Humane World UK’s wildlife campaigns, including the campaign for a hunting trophy import ban, towards achievement of agreed goals;
- Commissioning and analysing research to expand and enhance Humane World UK’s understanding of welfare problems for wild animals, in order to develop informed solutions and into advocacy materials
- Work closely with Humane World UK’s public affairs staff to deliver compelling and informed advocacy to UK political stakeholders to secure improved wildlife protection, through both passage and enforcement of UK laws;
- Work in collaboration with Humane World UK’s Communications staff to educate external audiences in wildlife welfare problems, and build strong and focused public support for better treatment and legal protections for wildlife, including through working with media, celebrities and influencers as amplifiers;
- Represent Humane World UK at stakeholder groups relating to wildlife welfare and conservation;
- Ensure that fundraising colleagues are equipped with the necessary information on strategies and impact to make and report against successful funding proposals for Humane World UK’s wildlife campaigns;
- Regular, proactive internal communication and alignment with Humane World’s global goals for wild animals, and reporting on progress towards agreed targets.
About you
Our successful candidate will be a confident, articulate and positive with a proven track record of strategic leadership and management in the delivery of effective campaigns. A proactive self-starter, you will have demonstrable experience of managing and developing strong, focused and ambitious teams, and a solution-focused approach to overcoming obstacles. You will have experience of building strategic relationships with stakeholders, in both the private and public sector, in order to deliver agreed goals. You will have ambition and drive for creating positive change for animal welfare; a willingness to constantly learn and develop the most impactful, cost-effective, audience-tailored approaches; and your work will be solidly underpinned by regular evaluation of progress and impact with a view to further improving strategies.
We are searching for an experienced campaigns professional to make a difference and be part of a highly effective team. If that’s you, please get in touch!
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via the CharityJob website by Sunday 22nd June.
We make bold progress for all animals by working together on the biggest problems—no matter where they are or how deeply entrenched.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Down Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a national parent led charity, actively supporting over 5,000 families with a child or young person with Down syndrome. Our mission is to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Through our flagship initiative, Positive About Down Syndrome (PADS), we provide comprehensive support from prenatal care through adulthood. We equip healthcare providers and educators with essential training and resources, including our renowned #pants4school program, which helps children achieve independence in toilet training.
At DSUK, we are committed to advocating for equality and inclusion, and driving impactful change through education and campaigning.
We are growing our team to strengthen our fundraising operations and diversify our income. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping our income generation strategy and building meaningful relationships with funders and corporate partners.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive, strategic, and driven individual to lead our grant and bid writing function while also developing and managing relationships with corporate donors and partners. You will work closely with senior leadership to secure vital income through trusts, foundations, and businesses that align with our mission.
Key Responsibilities
Grant & Bid Writing (50%)
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Research and identify suitable funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.
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Write compelling, evidence-based grant applications and funding proposals.
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Manage a pipeline of funding opportunities, ensuring deadlines are met.
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Develop and implement an impact reporting strategy for grant and bid writing.
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Monitor and report on funded projects in collaboration (using Salesforce) with delivery teams.
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Maintain relationships with funders through regular updates, impact reports, and renewal applications.
Corporate Fundraising & Partnerships (50%)
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Implement our corporate fundraising strategy to increase income from businesses.
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Identify and approach potential corporate partners, managing outreach and engagement.
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Manage and cultivate existing partnerships with companies and organisations.
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Create tailored proposals, sponsorship packages, and partnership materials.
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Collaborate with the marketing team to promote partnerships and joint campaigns.
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Organise and support corporate fundraising events and staff engagement opportunities.
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To maintain excellent supporter stewardship and cultivation including thanking supporters and supporter development communications.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven experience in writing successful funding bids and managing grant applications.
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Ability to write persuasively and tailor messaging for different audiences.
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Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
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Passion for the mission of Down Syndrome UK and a commitment to inclusion.
Desirable
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Experience working in a small charity or growing organisation.
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Knowledge of disability or education-related sectors.
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Familiarity with CRM systems (such as Salesforce for non-profits) and impact reporting.
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Experience in corporate fundraising, CSR, or business development.
What We Offer
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Working from home.
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Flexible working arrangements.
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Supportive and inclusive working environment.
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Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, ambitious charity.
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Training and professional development opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Human Resources Manager
Type of Employment: Full-time employee (40 hours/week)
Starting Salary Range: £62,150 – £71,650 (London area)
Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Location: Shift will consider candidates located in the UK (ideally in the London metropolitan area) with existing permission to work. Shift team members work remotely, with occasional in-person engagement.
Deadline for Application: Friday July 11, 2025, 11:59pm BST
About Shift
Shift is the leading center of expertise on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Shift’s global team of experts works across all continents and sectors to challenge assumptions, push boundaries and redefine corporate practice in order to build a world where business gets done with respect for people’s dignity.
Shift is a charitable and educational nonprofit organization with a principal place of business in New York, NY. Shift’s mission is to shape the legal standards, market incentives and leadership practices that embed respect for human rights into business. Shift works with businesses, financial institutions, governments and civil society stakeholders to help put their commitments to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights into practice.
The Role
Playing an essential role in our small, dynamic team, the HR Manager will be a key driver of a thriving workplace culture, ensuring that Shift’s people strategies align with our organizational goals. In this role, you will lead core HR functions, including compliance, recruitment, employee development, and policy implementation, while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership on all people-related matters.
Working closely with the COO, you will develop and implement systems that enhance retention, engagement, and performance. Beyond strategic HR leadership, this role also involves hands-on operational and administrative responsibilities, contributing to Shift’s overall efficiency and success.
What You Will Do
The HR Manager will carry out the following essential functions of this role:
HR Leadership
- Serve as a trusted HR advisor, aligning people strategies with Shift’s mission and organizational objectives.
- Partner with Shift leadership on strategic workforce planning, organizational development, and talent retention.
- Lead diversity, equity, inclusion, engagement and well-being initiatives, ensuring a culture of respect and belonging.
- Provide coaching to leadership and managers, facilitate change management and high-performance work environments.
- Implement organizational policies.
Performance Management, Development & Workplace Culture
- Implement and oversee regular performance evaluation processes.
- Support leadership in coaching, feedback, and career development programs for all employees.
- Identify training needs and facilitate team learning initiatives.
- In partnership with COO, investigate and ensure resolution of employee concerns, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.
- Guide managers on employee relations, performance coaching, and conflict resolution.
- Drive initiatives to enhance team engagement, well-being, and professional growth.
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Manage full-cycle recruitment, from job posting to candidate selection and onboarding.
- Oversee onboarding and orientation to integrate new employees effectively.
Compensation, Benefits & Compliance
- Partner with Shift’s Head of Finance and COO to manage compensation, administer employee benefits, including health insurance, and retirement plans.
- Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive and equitable compensation structures.
- Maintain compliance with employment laws across all relevant jurisdictions, working with external providers where relevant.
Operations & Administrative Support
- Support the implementation of systems for internal communication, knowledge management and team-wide collaboration.
- Oversee HR administrative tasks, including remote work logistics and coworking subscriptions.
- Support the implementation of systems for internal communication, knowledge management and team-wide collaboration.
- Coordinate logistics for team retreats and support logistics for other events.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
The person in this role will be expected to travel, as needed, for occasional in-person activity.
What You Bring to the Team
- 5+ years of HR management / generalist experience, ideally in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
- Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Proven ability to influence and coach leaders at all levels.
- Ability to multi-task, work effectively, and produce high-quality work in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
- Experience in recruiting, employee relations, and HR operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, international environment.
- Proficiency in English.
- Existing permission to work in the US or the UK.
- Ability to travel when needed for in-person events.
- Exceptional communication, confidentiality, discretion, and relationship-building skills.
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
What Shift Can Offer You
Benefits include:
- 39 days of paid leave for full-time employees: includes 4 weeks of vacation leave, a 2-week office closure at the end of each year, and at least 9 public/floating holidays. (Leave is prorated for part-time schedules.)
- Paid sick leave and parental leave.
- Employer pension contribution of 5% p/a.
- Professional development allocation.
- Remote work support package, including support for co-working space.
Shift is committed to maintaining a respectful workplace that is free from all forms of harassment, including in all engagements conducted on behalf of Shift.
How to Apply
Please submit a 1-page (maximum) letter of interest and CV for consideration. Finalists for the position will be asked to provide three professional references.
Deadline for Applications: Friday July 11, 2025, 11:59pm BST
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about criminal justice and want to work from home for a small charity where you can make a real difference? Are you experienced in operations and/ or administration? Then we would love to hear from you!
The Welcome Directory is a multi-faith organisation dedicated to supporting the successful resettlement of prison leavers across England and Wales. We facilitate equal access to faith-based social inclusion while challenging stigma and discrimination as a vital and effective pathway for positive mental wellbeing; helping people to turn their lives around in the long-term and break the cycle of reoffending. We work at the grassroots level to build community capacity, create positive attitudinal change and to build more inclusive and thus resilient communities.
We are currently recruiting for an Operations Officer to lead on administrative support to the charity under the direction of the Project Manager, supporting on engagement with various stakeholders and networks. The goal of the post is to ensure that The Welcome Directory can effectively develop the reach of our work and achieve exponential growth, by maximising administrative efficiency.
Whilst this is a 6-month contract, there is the potential to extend where funding permits.
The role will include:
Leading on operational projects, including:
- Faith community engagement
- Processing faith/ belief community registrations and maintaining records
- Approaching existing and prospective faith/ belief communities, including follow up to the annual survey and periodical team campaigns
- Assisting with the production of the annual physical directory
- Co-ordinating the annual Affiliates Scheme
- Researching new initiatives or solutions
Supporting events, including:
- Support in the administration of the online Prisons Awareness Course and other webinar events, including technical support
- Planning bi-annual team days and any one-off events, in consultation with the Project Manager
- Planning bi-annual team campaign periods, in consultation with the Project Manager and Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
- Preparing resources and/or PowerPoint presentations and booking logistics, in consultation with the Project Manager and the Communications & Fundraising Officer
Leading on administration, including:
- Answering phone, email, and letter enquiries
- Purchasing of supplies and dispatch of resources
- Co-ordinating and setting up meetings
- Collating routine data and creating trackers to support operations
- Creating an annual team planner
- Taking minutes at specific meetings
- Leading on team password management
- Following up with stakeholders as required
Supporting on financial operations, including:
- Processing expenses claims and issuing internal invoices
- Paying-in cheques and paying external invoices
- Maintaining the organisational asset register
- Obtaining Gift Aid declarations
As a small, well-respected charity in the criminal justice sector, we offer staff:
- Opportunity to gain experience in the criminal justice sector, including a prison visit
- Remote working
- Working in a small, supportive team
- Regular team days
The full Job Description and Person Specification can be found on the attached.
Should you have any questions about the role, please get in touch by email.
The Welcome Directory will be scheduling interviews as applications come in. Please note we reserve the right to close vacancies early should we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.
To help faith communities become places where people who leave prison find welcome, acceptance and appropriate support.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Warm Welcome Partnerships Manager
Location: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements
Salary: £38,584 per year FTE, dependent on experience
Contract: We are open to this role being part time (0.8FTE) or full time. We offer fully flexible working.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 6th July, 11:59pm
Due to high numbers of applications, prior to interview we plan to carry out initial screening calls with prospective candidates before selection for interview. We will be asking about your reasons for applying and how you think your skills and experiences align to the role.
First interviews: w/c 21st July 2025
Start Date: ASAP – this is a new post.
About the Warm Welcome Campaign
Founded in 2022, the Warm Welcome Campaign wants everyone in the UK to find a place of belonging and reconnection at a Warm Welcome Space near their home. We have a bold ambition to enable a more deeply connected society where we all have free access to welcoming community spaces.
We resource, connect and champion a network of over 5300 Warm Welcome Spaces and bring together a growing coalition of local, regional, and national partners representing the worlds of charity, faith, business, government, and philanthropy. By working together, we can unlock the power of community spaces made by and for everyone, creating a thriving network of hope and reconnection fueled by human warmth.
We’re working hard to reach everyone with the message that a Warm Welcome is waiting for them just around the corner, all through the year.
Throughout all our work and within our team we live out our values of being inclusive, collaborative and courageous and our personality that is friendly, adventurous and uplifting.
It’s an important moment for us – in the last year we have launched a new five year strategy which shows a clear picture of the path we have set ourselves ahead to continue to deliver and deepen our impact. In October 2024 we launched our 100% Pledge Campaign. and in January delivered a hugely successful first ever Warm Welcome Week in collaboration with a wide variety of partners.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive individual to work within a small (but growing), friendly and dynamic team in a varied role. If you are brilliant at engaging and mobilising a wide variety of organisations and individuals, and passionate for your input to shape work that makes a genuine difference to people’s lives, this could be the role for you.
To support the range and depth of partnerships we have and the potential we see, we are looking for a Partnerships Manager to work primarily on building partnerships with Local Authorities and public sector organisations, charities and social enterprises, faith-based and inclusion-focused organisations and other groups who might help us strategically grow and resource the Warm Welcome network across the UK (NB Corporate Partnerships are managed by our newly appointed Fundraising Lead for Corporates). The Partnerships Manager will also help develop our support for Warm Welcome Spaces, including overseeing our Champions Programme which offers more intense support and a Community of Practice to a smaller cohort of local groups.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on the variety of connecting with a huge range of people and who is organised and systematic while at the same time has room for creativity and innovation.
Joining during an exciting period of growth, you will be inheriting a hugely diverse and highly engaged coalition of Warm Welcome Partners who have supported the campaign and local Spaces over the last 2 and a half years. At the same time, there remains a huge untapped potential in terms of possible partners and relationships to be developed and you will be working together with the Campaign Director and team to strategically identify and develop these new connections.
At Warm Welcome, we value diversity and we recognise the enormous benefits and the social imperative of bringing together diverse groups of people. We therefore warmly welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Responsibilities
Building Partnerships
● Developing our Partnership Strategy to identify and engage the best potential partners to help us grow the network and reach our ambition of 100% of the population living within a 30-minute walk of a registered Warm Welcome Space. This will involve identifying and engaging partners in geographical ‘cold spots’ for the network (utilising our mapping tool developed with UCL), as well as forming partnerships to unlock new or under-represented types of Warm Welcome Spaces (e.g. Housing Association Community Spaces, cinemas, community spaces created by new housing developments etc).
● Leading the development of our Local Co-ordinators Cluster which brings together Local Authorities and others who are leading place-based networks of community spaces.
● Overseeing and developing the Champions Programme, providing more intensive support and connections to a smaller cohort of Warm Welcome Spaces.
Engagement and Inclusion
● Developing our Inclusion Strategy to identify and engage the best potential partners to diversify our Coalition and support local Spaces to become more accessible and inclusive.
● Working with the team to develop regular engagement activities for Warm Welcome Partners.
● Producing compelling communications (written and verbal) to promote the work of the Warm Welcome Campaign and grow the depth and breadth of partnerships - to include but not limited to partnership proposals, pitches and reports.
Good Practices, Standards and Systems
● Supporting, maintaining and developing existing partnerships and manage the systems (including CRM use) needed for excellent partnerships delivery, stewardship and development.
● Leading Warm Welcome Space good practice and driving up quality standards across the network, including through developing a Warm Welcome Awards programme.
● Promoting good practice in volunteering and supporting Spaces to maximise and grow volunteering opportunities.
● Working with the team and, using our new CRM, track, measure and analyse our partnerships delivery.
● Supporting the delivery of other Warm Welcome efforts, as appropriate
Reporting to the Campaign Operations Director, you will work closely with them and other Senior Directors to grow the range and impact of Warm Welcome partnerships. The role will also work closely with the Communications team and with our two Warm Welcome Co-ordinators who deliver our Champions programme and provide a direct link between the campaign and Warm Welcome Spaces.
Person specification
Building Partnerships
● Successful experience of securing, maintaining and developing highly impactful partnerships for charitable benefit with a wide range of different types of organisations.
● Experience of writing, creating inspiring and successful pitches, proposals and assets and verbal presentations.
● Experience of developing and delivering partnership-related strategies.
● Clear understanding of organisational motivations and dynamics related to partnerships and collaboration.
● Ability to network, finding and grabbing opportunities to make new connections and deepen existing ones.
Engagement and Inclusion
● Experience of developing impactful partnerships focused on inclusion.
● Ability to communicate across a range of mediums, to a range of audiences.
Good Practices, Standards and Systems
● A strong team player who is flexible, positive and responds with strong influencing and negotiation skills and a commitment to the organisation and team working.
● Understanding the value of accurate record keeping and the ability to create high functioning, accessible systems for the whole team’s use.
● Highly organised with ability to prioritise work to ensure deadlines are met and opportunities are maximised.
● Competent with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
● Able to use a CRM for pipelines, relationship development, reporting and evaluation.
Working Arrangements
● Current members of the team are based across the UK, with some in London, Reading, Bristol, Manchester and Northern Ireland. Applicants must be able to travel to Bristol once a month for a Tuesday full team meeting. Given the nature of this role we would also expect the applicant to carry out a reasonable amount of travel to both Warm Welcome Spaces and partners across the UK.
● This role is fully remote, with flexible working arrangements.
● All employees, volunteers, partners, suppliers and consultants working with GFP are expected to adhere to our Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies. GFP’s commitment to safeguarding means we seek to ensure that no harm comes to people as a result of contact with the organisation’s programmes, operations or people.
● You will need to have the right to work in the UK.
Supporting your Application
● We’d be very happy to answer any specific questions relating to this role - please email us with ‘Query for Partnerships Manager role’ in the email subject line and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
● We are happy to discuss and make any reasonable adjustments you might need at any stage of the recruitment process.
● To apply, send a cover letter (max 1 side of A4) which specifically addresses the requirements listed in the person specification, along with a CV, as we will use this to shortlist applications. Email these with ‘Application for Warm Welcome Partnerships Manager role’. Applications must be received by Sunday 6th July, 11:59pm.
● For more information, see our webite or find us on twitter at @goodfaith
The Good Faith Partnership – The Warm Welcome Campaign’s host Organisation
The Warm Welcome Campaign was incubated by and is hosted by the Good Faith Partnership. Founded in 2016, we create solutions to society’s most difficult problems by bringing together leaders and organisations from different sectors. Our clients are diverse and complex, from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to faith-based organisations, businesses, charities and funders. We connect businesses, governments, charities, philanthropists, foundations and communities to make lasting change - from incubating projects like the Warm Welcome Campaign, helping support the Home Office’s Homes for Ukraine Scheme or co-ordinating public affairs for the Patriarch of Jerusalem in the UK, US and EU.
We are relational, ambitious, curious and solution-focused. At our core, we believe in the power of strong, unlikely relationships, to drive positive social change.
Competencies and Behaviours in our Team
The core competence of everyone in our team is the ability to build trusted relationships among people with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
We are looking for people who are:
● Exceptional with people and committed to the power of relationships to facilitate social change
● Collaborative, ambitious and inclusive, aligning with our core values
● Self-starters with high levels of commitment, energy and motivation to build a vision from scratch
● Curious and show initiative, with problem-solving skills and an ability to learn quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing context
● Skilled at working in a complex environment with cross cultural, interfaith and political partners
● Willing to pitch in to help other team members if needed
● Organised with effective time management skills.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The ICPG is a network of 80+ Jewish UK-based academics. Our members are dedicated to researching and combatting antisemitism in UK higher education and improving the environment for Jewish students, academics, professionals, and other staff. We work with senior leadership and diversity and inclusion teams at UK universities. We champion academic freedom and oppose all academic boycotts of Jews and / or Israeli institutions and faculties.
The ICPG was created in 2024 in response to the sharp rise in antisemitism in UK universities since 7th October 2023. We collaborate broadly with universities and Higher Education institutions, policymakers, lawyers and other stakeholders. Where appropriate, we engage with communal organisations.
We operate across the following areas: (1) Data Collection, (2) Standards and Interventions, (3) Free Speech and Academic Freedom, (4) Universities and College Union, and (5) Stakeholder Engagement. Each area has a "working group", which are at different stages of knowledge production. The overall aim is to provide robust, evidence-based and actionable feedback to universities to assist them in understanding and combatting antisemitism within the higher education sector. We have been in contact with all UK universities, and have provided them with policy recommendations which we have published on our website.
Specifications
ICPG is looking to recruit an Operations Manager with responsibility for operational leadership, strategic planning and implementation and financial management of the organisation. Candidates should have an interest in challenging antisemitism within the university sector, but do not necessarily need to have previous experience in this area.
Salary: £50,000, dependent on experience
Responsibilities include:
- Oversee daily operations
- Work closely with the President and Board of Trustees to develop and execute the strategic and operational vision for the organisation
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational plans with clear metrics
- Support ICPG’s growth strategy, including the potential internationalisation of the organisation
- Manage all stakeholder relations and communications, including with trustees and grant makers
- Work closely with the core team and external finance function to develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic resource allocation
- Monitor financial performance, identifying opportunities for efficiency and strategic optimisation
- Manage external consultants and project leads to ensure timely production of research projects
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard ICPG’s reputation
Addressing antisemitism in UK higher education through research and evidence-based policies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Loughborough, England (Travel required to all Baca Services locations)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,735 - £28,345 per annum FTE
Working Hours: 37.5 hrs per week (including evening and weekend hours on a rota)
About Us:
Baca is dedicated to providing support and care to 16 to 18 year old unaccompanied asylum seeking children who are newly arrived in the country, helping them rebuild their strength, dignity, and hope for the future. We work closely with social workers and representatives from other agencies to benefit the young people in our care.
Role Overview:
As a Support Worker, you will be a key worker for several young people in Baca's care, providing high-quality holistic and therapeutic support for their transition to adulthood. You will deliver services in line with Baca’s Theory of Change, ensuring the highest quality outcomes in physical and emotional wellbeing, education, employment, training, social engagement, and personal safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality support and care to young people, ensuring their holistic development.
- Work proactively to safeguard young people and resolve any issues that arise.
- Be a role model, offering care and compassion without discrimination.
- Support young people in developing essential life skills and preparing for independent living.
- Engage young people in education, vocational training, and hobbies.
- Foster positive relationships within the community and support social engagement.
- Plan and participate in day trips and annual residential weeks.
- Develop partnerships with social workers, solicitors, teachers, volunteers, and other partners.
- Maintain excellent communication and keep accurate records.
Requirements:
- Alignment with Baca’s values and mission.
- Ability to respond to change and work as part of a diverse team.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices and issues faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
- Relevant training or willingness to complete essential training within the first year.
- Experience working with young people, especially in cross-cultural settings.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and ICT skills.
- Driving licence and access to a car.
- Enhanced DBS check required.
Personal Attributes:
- Approachable, reliable, and a strong team worker.
- Supportive, responsible, and personable.
- Flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young asylum seekers and have the skills and attributes we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
Please note we cannot provide sponsorship for this role. Further information about the role, competencies and experience can be found on our website.
It is our mission to serve young people who have been forced to flee their home country – offering safe homes, education, therapeutic care and support




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
PLEASE NOTE - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please send your CV and a well thought through covering letter (in one document please) detailing how you would develop the fundraising function and why your experience aligns with the role. Think of the cover letter as a fundraising approach based on the role spec and sell your skills and the value you will add! The cover letter should be no more than 2 A4 pages
Join our team and help power change in your local community.
Role: Fundraising Officer
Location: Hybrid (home-based with occasional travel to Ely and surrounding areas)
Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours/week
Salary: £27,000–£32,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: : Initial fixed-term 12 months (with potential to extend if targets are achieved)
Do you have a passion for making a difference? Are you a natural communicator, fundraiser, or relationship builder? We want to hear from you.
Ely Foodbank is a small, dynamic charity working to tackle hardship in our local communities. We don’t just provide emergency food—we also help people access financial support, essential non-food items, and advice services through our Hardship Fund.
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Fundraising Officer to help us grow and diversify our income. You’ll work across a range of fundraising activities—grant applications, individual giving, events, digital campaigns, and corporate support—helping us build sustainable funding so we can support more people in need.
Why work with us?
- Flexible hours and hybrid working
- Supportive, purpose-driven team
- Opportunity to shape a new role and make real impact
Job Description
About Ely Foodbank:
Ely Foodbank is committed to supporting people facing hardship in our communities. While we are best known for our emergency food support, we are expanding our work to include financial resilience, advice services, and our Hardship Fund which helps clients with non-food essentials.
As a small, dynamic and growing charity, we are seeking a proactive and creative Fundraising Officer who can help us develop and deliver a diverse and sustainable fundraising strategy.
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Job Purpose
The Fundraising Officer will lead on generating income from a wide variety of sources, including community fundraising, individual giving, grant applications, events, and corporate partnerships. This role will play a key part in securing the funds needed to support our expanding services and help us meet growing demand.
Key Responsibilities:
Income Generation & Relationship Building
- Develop and deliver creative fundraising initiatives across various income streams (grants, individuals, events, corporates, community groups).
- Research and apply for funding from local trusts, foundations, and statutory sources.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters, funders, local businesses, and community organisations.
- Manage stewardship journeys to retain donors and encourage repeat giving.
- Create supporter journeys that encourage long-term relationships and increased giving.
Event Planning & Campaign Delivery
- Plan and deliver Ely Foodbank-led events and manage supporter involvement.
- Support third-party fundraising activities and provide fundraising toolkits.
- Attend community fairs, school assemblies, and local events to promote fundraising.
- Coordinate annual fundraising campaigns in line with Ely Foodbank’s calendar.
- Coordinate local fundraising events and campaigns including challenge events, seasonal campaigns, and third-party events.
- Provide support and guidance to community fundraisers and volunteers.
- Represent Ely Foodbank at local events, talks, and networking meetings.
Supporter & Community Engagement
- Build partnerships with schools, churches, businesses, and local groups.
- Deliver inspiring presentations and talks about the foodbank’s work.
- Support and recognise volunteers and fundraising champions in the community.
-- Use fundraising platforms (e.g., LocalGiving) to facilitate giving and track results.
- Identify opportunities for digital innovation in fundraising (e.g., QR codes, virtual events).
Administration & Compliance
- Ensure all supporter and donation data is accurately recorded and stored in line with GDPR.
- Track income, provide financial reports, and support gift aid processes.
- Liaise with finance colleagues to ensure proper reconciliation of donations.
- Monitor fundraising KPIs and adapt strategies based on performance insights.
Organisational Contribution
- Collaborate with colleagues across the foodbank to identify funding needs.
- Contribute to the development of the annual fundraising strategy and budgeting.
- Represent Ely Foodbank at local networking and sector events.
- Stay up to date with fundraising trends, regulations, and training opportunities.
Digital Fundraising & Communications
- Create engaging fundraising content for email, website, and social media to drive online donations.
- Use tools such as JustGiving, Localgiving or other digital platforms to facilitate giving.
- Collaborate with CEO and colleagues to promote campaigns and celebrate supporter impact.
Monitoring, Reporting & Administration
- Maintain accurate records of donors, supporters, and income using CRM software (Monday).
- Monitor KPIs and report on fundraising progress to the CEO and Board.
- Ensure all fundraising activities are compliant with regulations and best practice (e.g. GDPR, Fundraising Code of Practice).
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience
- Demonstrable experience of fundraising or relevant transferable skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Proven ability to build relationships with donors, supporters, and external partners.
- Confident with digital tools including social media and CRM systems.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and collaborative.
- Alignment with Ely Foodbank’s mission and values.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience with corporate, trust and grant fundraising.
- Experience in community fundraising or donor engagement.
- Knowledge of fundraising compliance and GDPR.
- Familiarity with CRM databases and digital platforms.
- Driving licence and access to a car.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a strategic marketing leader ready to make real impact in the VAWG sector? This leading women’s organisation is looking for a mission driven Head of Marketing, Digital & Brand to lead a multidisciplinary team in elevating their brand, growing audience engagement, and ultimately driving income.
In this high-impact role, you'll:
- Lead on integrated marketing, digital and brand strategies to raise awareness, engagement, and income.
- Shape the brand identity and messaging, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
- Use digital innovation to transform how connection with supporters and stakeholders.
- Manage creative campaigns, analytics, and insight to inform decision-making and demonstrate impact.
- Inspire and develop a high-performing team, and collaborate across the organisation to build a stronger brand presence.
We’re seeking someone with big-picture vision and hands-on delivery skills, able to translate insight into action and drive tangible results in line with our mission to end domestic abuse.
The successful candidate for this role will show a track record of delivering creative, multi-channel campaigns that drive income and engagement as well as strong digital, marketing, and brand leadership experience—ideally within the voluntary sector.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced strategic lead to drive the next phase of our Right to Health campaign. This new role will work with our experienced and well respected team and our extensive network, to make the political case for the better legal recognition and real-world protection for the right to health.
An ideal candidate
You will be a passionate and experienced advocate for health, human, social or environmental rights, committed to driving meaningful change in the UK. You will bring proven expertise in leading policy, advocacy, or parliamentary engagement work - ideally within health, human rights, social or environmental justice sectors - and thrive in building strong, strategic relationships with government, civil society, and community stakeholders.
You have a good understanding of the structural causes of health inequality and the power of human rights frameworks to address them. You will know how the UK political and parliamentary systems work, and you are skilled at influencing these processes through clear, compelling narratives backed by evidence.
You are able to communicate with clarity and impact, tailoring your message to diverse audiences - from policymakers to grassroots activists. You are confident working independently and collaboratively within a small, flexible team, balancing strategic vision with practical delivery. Your approach is solutions-focused, inclusive, and grounded in the lived realities of people affected by health inequalities.
Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to join a dynamic and well respected organisation and lead a strategic campaign that challenges the status quo and contributes to a fairer, more just UK.
You have the right to work in the UK and be able to work from home in London or within easy reach of London. A minimum of weekly attendance in London will be required.
This opportunity is open to applicants wishing to deliver the work on a self-employed freelance or employed basis.
For application, please complete:
- the Application Form
- a CV outlining your career (including paid and unpaid work), with any academic and professional qualifications, to date.
Applications that do not include both documents will not be considered.
Role: Freelance Bookkeeper / Accountant
Location: Student Minds, Leeds - remote working contract. Some in person work may be required approximately 2 to 3 times per year.
Hours: 15 - 20 hours per week; flexible working Mon - Fri, to suit your availability
Fee: £20 per hour, inclusive of VAT if applicable (open to discussion – please include your rates in your application)
Contract: 6 to 12 months, reviewable
Start Date: July 2025, exact start date to be agreed
About Us
Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We have a clear vision: No student should be held back by their mental health. We empower students to build their own mental health toolkit to support themselves and their peers through university life and beyond. We challenge the higher education sector, health sector, and government to make student mental health a priority.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable bookkeeper or accountant to join our friendly team, help manage our financial records efficiently and support day-to-day financial administration.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a friendly and reliable freelance bookkeeper or accountant to join our extended team and help keep our finances running smoothly. You’ll play a key behind-the-scenes role, working with the Senior Finance Manager to support our charity’s sustainability and activities. Student Minds is a medium sized charity (turnover approx £1m and 27 staff) and we need to make every penny work to support our student communities.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with purpose-led organisations, and who values flexibility, collaborative working and community impact.
Your Key Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers.
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Process accounts payable and receivable.
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Support the invoicing process.
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Reconcile bank accounts, control accounts and company payment cards.
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Reconcile income reports.
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Prepare draft monthly management accounts.
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Prepare financial reports.
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Manage routine credit control.
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Manage the central finance email inbox.
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Ensure financial data integrity and confidentiality.
What We’re Looking For - Minimum Criteria
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Proven experience (at least 2 years) as a bookkeeper or in a similar role, ideally with charities or community organisations
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Proficiency and experience in Xero accounting software.
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AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Knowledge of financial regulations and tax procedures.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office packages, with advanced knowledge of Excel
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Grade C and above / Grade 5 and above in GCSE Maths or equivalent.
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Excellent communication skills.
We can only accept applicants who are residents of the UK with a valid right to work.
What You'll Gain
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A flexible freelance role with real community impact
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The chance to work alongside a values-driven team
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An opportunity to support a long-standing charity doing meaningful work supporting positive wellbeing and mental health
How to Apply
If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please send us an email (detailed on our BreatheHR site, and in our recruitment pack) outlining:
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your experience and qualifications, telling us how you meet the role requirements
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your freelance rate
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include your CV
- if you wish to be considered under our priority interview scheme.
Priority Interview Scheme
We recognise that candidates from ethnically-diverse backgrounds may face additional barriers throughout their careers and when applying for charity roles. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team by offering a prioritised interview scheme for candidates from ethnically-marginalised backgrounds.
If you meet the minimum criteria for this role and are from an ethnically-diverse background, you'll be prioritised for an interview under our Priority Interview Scheme.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 6th July, 23.59; interviews during mid July, by arrangement.
Student Minds is committed to building an inclusive team and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life.