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The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key member of the senior 
leadership team, responsible for overseeing the operational and 
financial management of the charity. 

As a Chartered Accountant, the COO will bring strong financial 
expertise and strategic insight to ensure the charity’s resources 
are efficiently and effectively used to deliver its mission. 

This includes managing the day-to-day operations, ensuring 
financial health and compliance, driving operational efficiency, 
and working closely with the CEO and Board to implement the 
charity’s strategic vision.

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the only UK-wide charity dedicated to uniting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis. We're working towards a brighter future for everyone with cystic fibrosis (CF) by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.
 
This is a newly created role within our Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships team, offering a dynamic opportunity to work flexibly across corporate partnerships, major donors, and trusts to help drive our plans for growth in our new 2025-2029 Fundraising Strategy. 
 
The primary focus of the role will be to secure new corporate partnerships, with a particular emphasis on national partnerships within priority sectors, corporate donations and sponsorships. A key responsibility will be to independently secure sponsorship for our events throughout the year — specifically targeting companies to support research and clinical care conferences.
 
To be the right candidate for this role, you will:

• Have a proven track record of securing significant partnerships
• Be a confident communicator with the ability to present to a range of audiences
• Have experience in producing and delivering customised new business proposals
• Have strong stakeholder management skills, able to build relationships with corporates, trusts and major donors 
• Be experienced in managing high-value projects to deliver targets and goals within challenging deadlines

 
In return you’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team with a genuine commitment to flexibility. We offer a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (this will be pro-rata for part time staff), opportunities for learning and development, pension, healthcare cash plan and more. 
 
Closing date for completed applications is 12.00pm on 14 July 2025
 
First interviews expected week commencing 21 July 2025. Second interviews expected week commencing 28 July 2025
 
Please note you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work with us and we will check this.
 
No agencies please.
 
For more details about the job and requirements, please visit our website or use the application button provided.
 
Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis; people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ and people with disabilities. 
 
It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.
 
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Respect 

Director of Programmes 

£62,756 (+plus LA of £3,299 for employees living in London), + 6% pension 

Full time, 35 hours per week, permanent 

Home-based with travel to projects/HQ in London (2-3 days per month) 

Respect is a pioneering UK membership organisation in the domestic abuse sector. Founded in 2000, we have built our expertise over the last 25 years in what was then a fledgling sector. We have seen rapid growth over the last few years and now have 60+ staff running a range of projects and core activities and have ambitious plans for further growth and influence. 

We work with our members, partners, and allies to stop the harms done by those who perpetrate domestic abuse. With innovative practice, robust research, and quality data, we build evidence of what works, promote safe, effective practice and drive high standards. We use our voice, in collaboration with others, to call for a response to domestic abuse that matches the scale of the problem.

We will not stop, until domestic abuse stops.

This is a pivotal new role which sits firmly on the Executive Leadership Team and oversees the strategic direction, financial accountability, and best practice of our portfolio of projects and programmes.

Managing a team of highly skilled Heads of programmes, you will be responsible for providing strategic oversight of 50+ practice-focused staff, for developing and implementing systems that support collaborative working, shared best practice, donor compliance, and robust communication.

The successful candidate will also collaborate with senior colleagues to help Respect implement its overall strategy to grow sustainably and realise the opportunities that the growth in interest in our work is bringing. To this end we are looking for an experienced senior leader with an extensive track record in leading multiple and complex workstreams while always being conscious of risk. Your experience is likely to also include acting as a senior representative for Respect externally, particularly with funders, national and local government stakeholders, and with the perpetrator and wider domestic abuse sector.

How to apply: 

Application is via CV with a Supporting Statement.

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics, particularly people from the following under-represented groups on our staff team: Black and minoritised people, Deaf and disabled people. 

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 27th July 2025 

First interview: Week commencing 4h August 2025 

Final interview: Week commencing 11th August 2025  

Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Prospect Research Manager role. This exciting opportunity is for a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our client's team, leading the prospect research function and driving fundraising success. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and researching new prospects, managing existing pipelines, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver high-impact fundraising campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the prospect research function, developing and implementing strategies to identify and qualify new prospects
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Account Managers and the Prospect Research Officer, to allocate prospects and drive fundraising campaigns
• Manage existing pipelines, tracking progress and ensuring timely follow-up with prospects
• Conduct due diligence on prospects, including research and analysis to inform fundraising strategies
• Champion the use of the CRM system and ensure data protection best practices are adhered to
• Promote good practice amongst the team, sharing knowledge and expertise to drive continuous improvement
• Work closely with the team to allocate prospects and manage individual pools
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate partners and trusts and foundations

Person Specification

• Strong prospect research expertise, with experience of identifying and qualifying new prospects
• Excellent analytical and research skills, with the ability to conduct thorough due diligence on prospects
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, with a focus on delivering high-impact fundraising campaigns
• Experience of using CRM systems
• Strong data protection skills, with a focus on ensuring best practices are adhered to
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a flexible and adaptable approach

What’s on Offer
This role is offering a salary of £48,000 for this 12 month contract. This role can either be hybrid or remote. This is a fast moving role and applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

One of the UK’s most inspiring and best-known faith-based organisations, is looking for a passionate and meticulous Training Programme Facilitator to be part of the team at Hadleigh Training Centre Essex.

Hadleigh Training Centre has been providing training opportunities since 1990 for adults with additional support needs. There are currently approximately 160 trainees who attend the training centre, following personalised pathways to meet a range of outcomes. All training is designed to maximise progression opportunities, whether this be in particular vocational skills, or transferable life skills such as motivation, self-esteem and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

As Relief Training Programme Facilitator, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality training activities for all trainees, embedding a person-centred approach within training activities, focusing on each trainee’s strengths and opportunities to increase independence. You will be required to provide comprehensive reports on each trainee’s engagement and progression towards their goals, including feedback on existing strategies within individual learning support plans. 

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

• A passion to be a part of the delivery of high-level training programmes to transform the lives of those we engage with, with previous experience of having worked successfully in a learning environment.
• An awareness of the barriers faced by adults with additional support needs.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when it comes to developing good working relationships and building trust.
• The ability to identify a range of approaches when planning and delivering training to recognise individual needs.
• An awareness of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements such as health and safety, data protection, safeguarding, equality and diversity.

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK, Enhanced DBS Disclosure check for the adult workforce.

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the Government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. 

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Working hours: Relief role - As and when required 

Closing date: 23 July 2025

Interview Date:  To be confirmed

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of those in need? Do you have the drive to engage with communities, raise awareness, and inspire others to contribute to a meaningful cause? Harris Hill are looking for a dedicated and creative Community Fundraiser (South) to join a wonderful charity based in London.

You will have the chance to make a direct impact by working with communities across parishes, schools, and other networks. This role involves building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, growing the charity base of active supporters, and generating vital funding through various initiatives.

Location: Working from home, covering the Dioceses of Portsmouth, Arundel & Brighton and Southwark

As a Community Fundraiser (South) you will:

• Promote the charity’s pastoral and spiritual work within local communities.
• Develop strong relationships with parishes, schools, and diocesan networks to increase engagement with the charity’s mission.
• Inspire people to make donations and raise funds to support the charity projects, including the sale of charity items and organising fundraising events.
• Recruit and support volunteers, as well as manage fundraising groups and initiatives across the region.
• Manage relationships with high value and legacy donors, ensuring their continued support and engagement.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Previous experience in community fundraising or a related field is beneficial.
• A strong network of contacts within the diocesan community, schools, or special interest groups is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, public speaking abilities, and strong organisational capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media are essential.
• Ability to work independently, manage your own time, and take ownership of key projects, while also being a strong team player.

Salary: £30,000- £36,000 per annum

Contract type:Full-time, permanent

Location- London, home based, covering the Dioceses of Portsmouth, Arundel & Brighton and Southwark

Closing date: On rolling basis

Interview: ASAP

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

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

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

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

The Talent Set is partnering with ellenor in their search for a Head Of Individual Giving. This role will lead on income from appeals, digital acquisition, in-memory giving, lottery, legacy, and philanthropy. You'll lead a talented team of four, developing and implementing strategies to build a strong and active supporter base across diverse audiences. This is great opportunity for an individual giving manager looking for career progression into a Head of Individual Giving role.

About the Role:
As a key member of our Income Generation team, you'll be instrumental in developing and executing a growth plan to maximise income and supporter engagement. You'll leverage your expertise in team leadership, data segmentation, and supporter behaviour analysis to drive significant fundraising growth. You'll also play a critical role in fostering long-term supporter loyalty and ensuring exceptional donor care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic responsibility and leadership of Individual Giving, with income responsibility of circa £2 million
• Lead and motivate a team of four fundraisers.
• Drive growth across all Individual Giving income streams (appeals, digital, in-memory, lottery, legacy, philanthropy).
• Utilise data analysis and segmentation to optimise campaigns and supporter journeys.
• Manage budgets and financial reporting, forecasting as needed
• Ensure compliance with charity law, GDPR, and fundraising best practices.
• Cultivate strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Develop innovative fundraising propositions and products.
• Oversee direct marketing campaigns across online and offline channels.
• Manage and optimise the database.

About You:

• Proven track record in Individual Giving fundraising, experience with lottery would be of benefit
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing a team.
• Data-driven approach with experience in setting and reporting on KPIs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of fundraising technology and CRM systems
• In-depth knowledge of charity law, GDPR, and fundraising regulations.
• Experience in budget management and financial reporting.
• Supporter-focused with a passion for building lasting relationships.

What We Offer:

• Salary: £45,000- £55,000 DOE
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on a vital cause.
• Mix of home based and being at site, 2-3 days a week

We highly encourage you to submit your CV as soon as possible to be considered for this exciting opportunity as interviews are taking place on a rolling basis.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant, but we truly appreciate your interest.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process

South West Advocacy Network supports and empowers people to have a voice, by ensuring access to quality, independent advocacy. We believe that everyone has the right to be heard & respected, the right to choice in decisions about themselves and the right to be safe.

Service Managers are responsible for their services meeting targets and delivering on contract requirements, including providing the data required for contract and organisational monitoring.
The Service Manager role assumes responsibility for all aspects of SWAN’s West Berkshire statutory advocacy services. This includes IMCA, Paid Rep, Care Act and IMHA. Our Service Manager is also responsible for the delivery of SWAN’s social value projects in West Berkshire.
The role requires a positive approach and a high degree of personal responsibility. The Service Manager is responsible for the West Berkshire team’s performance. Service Managers are experienced and inspirational leaders. You will be working remotely, but within easy commuting distance of West Berkshire.  They have, or are willing to work towards, a level 5 management qualification.
The post is subject to 2 references including previous employer, evidence of right to work in the UK and an enhanced DBS check.

FTE salary is £31,602.88 - £34,533.32 (actual £25,623.97 - ££27,999.99) and the lower salary will be paid to new starters unless they hold the relevant qualifications.

Contract:9 - 12 month fixed term contract (maternity cover) 

Salary:£57,500 – £71,000 per annum 

Plus £3,954 London Weighting Allowance if based from our London offices. 

Location:Hybrid from our London offices, with occasional travel to Blue Cross sites as required. Remote working will also be considered. 

Closing date:Sunday 13 July 2025   

Interview dates: See below 

We’re recruiting a strategic, innovative, and commercially minded Head of Veterinary Strategy to lead the design and delivery of sustainable veterinary service models. This pivotal maternity cover role will help shape the future of affordable veterinary care at Blue Cross. 

More about the role

You’ll lead transformational projects across the veterinary directorate, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to expand the reach of our services. From scoping emerging technologies and business growth opportunities to developing flexible pricing models and influencing national strategy, you’ll play a critical part in achieving our ambition to be leaders in pragmatic and efficient veterinary services. 

You’ll develop strategic partnerships and oversee the implementation of innovative digital solutions, ensuring our services are future-ready and accessible to more people and pets. As a key member of the Veterinary Leadership team and wider Blue Cross Leadership team, you'll also nurture a healthy, high-performing culture across the organisation. 

This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to a truly purpose-led organisation, working at the intersection of animal welfare, healthcare, and innovation. 

This is a full-time position, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a 9 to 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The role follows a hybrid working pattern, with a minimum of two days per week in the office and the remainder working from home. Some travel to other sites will be required. We are open to considering remote working arrangements. 

About you

You’re a strategic thinker with experience of leading large-scale service development in a veterinary or healthcare setting. You're confident working at pace and with autonomy, turning insight into action and engaging stakeholders at all levels to bring your vision to life. 

You’re commercially astute, data-led and always thinking one step ahead – driven by a passion for improving access to veterinary care and a deep belief in our mission. With proven leadership experience, you know how to build high-performing teams and implement change across complex structures while staying grounded in compassion, courage, and inclusivity – our Blue Cross values. 

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 

• Extensive leadership experience across diverse, multidisciplinary teams 
• Deep understanding of large-scale service delivery in a veterinary or healthcare setting 
• Experience of successfully designing and delivering strategic plans  
• Experience of leading change initiatives at scale across complex organisational structures or services  
• Experience of providing high level stakeholder management leading to growth through new business development opportunities 
• Experience of working as part of a senior leadership or strategy team 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience at presenting to boards, public and professional audiences  
• Experience of implementing new technologies or digital developments in service delivery settings 
• Experience with financial modelling and pricing strategies 
• The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values 

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 

• Qualification in business or strategy management  
• Certified in programme and/or project management methodology (e.g.  MSP, PRINCE2, APMG) 
• Experience in the social sector 

How to apply

Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 13 July 2025. The interview process will consist of two stages. The first stage will be a competency-based interview held via MS Teams, scheduled between 23 and 25 July 2025. The second stage will take place in person in London on 31 July or 1 August 2025 and will include a presentation task.  

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Governance Officer

Hours: 21.5 hours a week
Location: Remote or Hybrid
Contract Type: Fixed term 12 months
Remuneration: Circa £17,200 dependant on experience (£30,000 Full time equivalent)

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Works closely with: SMT, HR Manager and Data Manager

About Us

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Governance Officer to join our team and help ensure strong, effective governance across the organisation. This role is key to supporting the charity’s trustees and senior leadership team to meet their legal and regulatory responsibilities, and to uphold the highest standards of accountability and transparency.

Key Responsibilities

Board and Committee Support

• Coordinate meetings of the Board of Trustees and sub-committees, including scheduling, agenda planning, and circulation of papers.
• Take accurate and timely minutes and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are tracked and completed.
• Support trustee recruitment, induction, training, annual board effectiveness survey and skills review.
• Maintain trustees register of interests updating it annually or as and when needed, whichever is soonest.
• Monitor board members tenure periods and associated actions for re-appointment or termination.

Compliance and Regulation

• Ensure the charity complies with statutory and regulatory requirements (e.g. Charity Commission, Companies House, Office for the Scottish Charity Regulator, GDPR, Fundraising Regulator).
• Maintain accurate records including the statutory registers, governance documents, and trustee declarations.
• Write the statutory annual report sourcing content from relevant teams and updating all sections.
• Submit annual returns to the Charity Commission, Companies House and Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator.
• Support the COO in working towards and maintaining compliance with the Charity Governance code.

Governance Best Practice

• Draft new, review and update existing policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practice ensuring they are on a rolling timetable for review.
• Monitor developments in charity law, governance codes, and relevant regulations, advising colleagues and trustees accordingly.
• Support risk management and contribute to the maintenance of the organisation’s risk register.
• Maintain the register of Leukaemia Care’s contracts with external suppliers and funders.

Organisational Support

• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure governance is embedded in the culture and operations of the charity.
• Support internal audits and the implementation of recommendations.
• Provide guidance on good governance practices across the charity.

General

In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Leukaemia Care employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following:

• Uphold the values of the charity and to not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the charity into disrepute.
• Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.

This job description is not exhaustive. It acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the charity at any time after discussion with the post holder.

Person Specification

Essential

• Strong understanding of charity governance and regulatory frameworks in the UK.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of preparing board papers and taking minutes.
• Discretion and ability to handle sensitive/confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.

Desirable

• Experience in a governance or company secretarial role within a charity or not-for-profit.
• Knowledge of the Charity Governance Code and other relevant sector guidance.
• Qualification in governance, law, or a related field (e.g. ICSA/CGIUKI).

Senior Individual Giving Executive
c.£33,000 per annum
Remote

The Talent Set is thrilled to partner with a leading UK children’s charity to recruit a Senior Individual Giving Executive.

This exciting opportunity plays a key role in delivering impactful, multi-channel fundraising campaigns. The successful candidate will manage high-value projects across channels such as digital, direct mail, DRTV, and telemarketing, supporting income growth through regular giving, lotteries, cash appeals, raffles, and more.

This is a fantastic role for someone with strong campaign management experience who’s ready to step up and help shape future planning, guide junior team members, and work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you're passionate about creating powerful supporter journeys and driving fundraising success, this could be your ideal next step.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage end-to-end fundraising campaigns across a range of channels including digital, direct mail, DRTV, dialogue, lottery, and raffles—ensuring compliance, timely delivery, and budget management.
• Support strategic development by evaluating campaign performance, contributing insights, and making data-driven recommendations to inform future Individual Giving strategy.
• Oversee campaign budgets, including forecasting, processing invoices, monitoring variances, and supporting the development of annual income and expenditure plans.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring campaigns align with brand guidelines, fundraising strategy, and organisational goals.
• Mentor and support junior team members, providing guidance on campaign delivery, professional development, and internal processes.
• Champion continuous improvement, staying up to date with sector trends, contributing to team planning, and actively supporting diversity and inclusion within the organisation.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience managing campaigns across at least two fundraising channels (e.g. face-to-face, telemarketing, direct mail, DRTV, or digital), with strong understanding of creative processes, data segmentation, and campaign evaluation.
• Skilled in setting and monitoring budgets, working to KPIs, analysing campaign performance, and supporting data-driven decision making.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy in all aspects of campaign delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, and ability to give clear, constructive creative feedback.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Outlook), with analytical and numeracy skills and familiarity with database and data briefing tools.
• Proactive in personal development and supporting others, demonstrating flexibility, team spirit, and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced, changing environment.

What’s on Offer:

• Play a central role in delivering impactful fundraising campaigns across a range of high-performing channels including digital, DRTV, and direct mail.
• Contribute to the planning and development of the charities Individual Giving strategy, with opportunities to shape future campaign direction and innovation.
• Benefit from tailored learning and mentoring opportunities, including overseeing junior team members and collaborating across specialist teams and external partners.
• Be part of a mission-led organisation making a tangible difference across the UK, with values of hope, respect and inclusion at its core.
• Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with a supportive working policy, flexible hours, and travel only when required for essential team meetings or key events.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Stroke Association is the UK's largest charity dedicated to helping with the emotional, practical and financial cost a stroke can have.

Surviving a stroke is just the start of a long and difficult recovery journey. Stroke Association is there to support stroke survivors and help their families find the strength they need to find their way back to living a fulfilling life.

A stroke can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time and one in four strokes happen in people of working age.

“I’m Leighton and when I was 39 years young I had a stroke.  There’s a sentence I never, ever thought I would write. But that’s the thing with stroke, it doesn’t care how fit and healthy I was. It doesn’t care that I’m a dad with a 10-year-old son. A son that needs me.”

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team raising vital funds to provide this invaluable lifelong support for all stroke survivors, just like Leighton.

The Role

This is an exciting new role in a newly created team, formed to acquire strategic corporate partnerships and community connections. Main responsibilities will include:

• Developing a robust pipeline of future support focussing on high value relationships.
• Delivering engagement strategies and products to enhance the conversion rate of your pipeline.
• Developing and delivering a relationship stewardship plan for all corporate partners.
• Delivering an individual income target.
• Tracking and monitoring income and pipeline values to support with forecasting and budgeting.

The Person

We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic person with excellent communication and relationship building skills. You should be excited by the prospect of building a new pipeline and portfolio of corporate partners and be confident stewarding relationships in this space. 

You must be able to work flexibly to maximise opportunities across Scotland, and have the initiative and ability to work with autonomy. Previous experience in fundraising is desirable; however, we are also keen to speak with people who also have the knowledge and experience in building relationships and are keen to transfer this skillset into the rewarding world of fundraising!

Why Stroke Association?

The Fundraising team at Stroke Association pride themselves on fostering an open, honest, flexible and supportive working environment. The culture is such that everyone feels valued and recognised and despite being a disparate team, there are strong bonds formed across the charity. Not only does this charity transform the lives of stroke survivors and their families, but it also offers a wonderful environment to work in where people add value and have a positive impact every single day.

The charity’s benefits also include elements such as volunteering days, long service awards, incremental annual leave increase with service, a generous pension contribution and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

If this sounds like the opportunity for the next phase of your career, then get in touch! The role permanent and full-time (but flexible working will be considered). You must either have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle, or be able to demonstrate that you can meet the travel requirements of the role which include travelling extensively across the region/country.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the exciting responsibilities of this role, apply here, or get in contact with Charlie, Jen or Leanne at Charity Horizons for more information:

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Finance Manager - 4 days per week - National

Are you an experienced Finance Manager keen to join a growing organisation that makes a big impact on the health and wellbeing of children and adults through the healing power of music? Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Music in Hospitals & Care, a £1million turnover organisation to help recruit a part time Finance Manager.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be managing one Finance Assistant. Working closely with the Head of Finance overseeing all processes and controls that feed into management accounts preparation, you will also be business partnering with the Senior Leadership Team, and budget holders.

This is a pivotal time to join this amazing charity, with an inclusive and strong CEO and staff.

Salary: £40,000 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd for 30hours per week)
Benefits Excellent benefits package including 35 days per year (inclusive of bank holidays), Employer Pension contribution of 6%, Death in Service benefits, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and the opportunity for flexible working.
Contract: Part time 30 hours per week, Permanent
Location: Remote based role with an occasional travel to London, we encourage applicants from across the UK.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, working with Finance Assistant to ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately.
• Lead the completion of month-end processes including preparation and posting of journals, balance sheet reconciliations including restricted fund reconciliations, and maintenance of control accounts.
• Assist the Head of Finance on drafting management accounts and cashflow
• Provide financial business partnering support to Senior Leadership Team and Managers as required.
• Collate and provide monthly payroll information to external payroll provider, reconciling payroll outputs to financial records.
• Support the Head of Finance in the preparation of year-end financial statements in line with the Charity SORP and statutory requirements.
• Act as the lead point of contact for the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and preparing audit schedules and documentation as required.
• Act as a key contact for the charity's banking, payment platforms (Stripe, CAF, Paypal etc) and financial systems (Sage).
• Monitor bank accounts, oversee and authorise payment uploads, and ensure accurate reporting via banking platforms.
• Provide reconciliations for fundraising between CRM (Beacon) and Financial System (Sage).
• Lead and empower the Finance Assistant

Candidates applying for this role must have the following:

• Qualified by Experience (QBE), a recognised CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or working towards a recognised Finance qualification
• Producing monthly or quarterly management accounts and providing suitable narrative as required
• Supporting or leading on aspects of the year-end processes and/ or the annual audit, including producing year-end schedules, accounts and liaising with the auditors
• Ability to build strong relationships with budget holders and being able to challenge them in a compassionate and respectful manner
• Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels
• Strong interpersonal skills and being proactive
• Experience working on Sage 50

This role will be closing on 13th July, 2025 and candidates shortlisted will be required to answer three questions which will form as part of shortlisting by the client.

Therefore, please do apply without further delay!

Due to the nature of this role, the client may close this position early if we have suitable candidates.

First stage interviews will be held via MSTeams on Friday 18th July
Second stage interviews via MSTeams on Wednesday 23rd July

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Salary: £41,515.18 per annum
Reporting to: Head of Finance
Contract: 35 hours per week
Location: Flexible (UK)
 
Who we are
 
Unlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease. We work closely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventable infections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease. 
 
Our vision is for resilient systems that sustain good health, so everyone everywhere can reach their full potential. We achieve this by working across multiple sectors in numerous countries to deliver effective and robust health programmes that have a lasting impact.  
 
We were founded in 2002 with a £20m grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and started life as a research group, the Schistosomiasis Control Initiative, within Imperial College London. Consistently ranked globally as one of the most cost-effective non-profit initiatives, we have received significant funding since our inception including from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), USAID and philanthropic investors. 
 
What we do
 
Our work includes: 

• Evidence-based disease elimination support 
• Cross-sectoral health systems strengthening 
• Building collaborative partnerships 

 
Our main area of focus is the elimination of schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases (intestinal worms). Endemic infections of these parasitic worms are found in some of the world’s most marginalised communities, and they can have a hugely detrimental effect on individuals, including:  

• Reduced productivity 
• Internal organ damage 
• Impaired child development 
• Reduced school attendance 
• Increased risk of HIV in women 
• Infertility

 
The role
 
This is an exciting role, to liaise and support partner organisations to ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and up to date, coded correctly on UH’s cashbooks and reconciled against bank statements. You will also provide technical support to partners’ finance staff and train them on the use of the cashbooks and financial reporting to UH.
 
You will be educated to degree level and have basic speaking knowledge of the French language. You will have experience in a fast-paced and complex finance role. You should have experience of working with technical accounting packages as well as experience in financial planning and monitoring.
 
The role is fast-paced and complex, and the ideal candidate will need to have proven inter-personal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to assess priorities, organise workloads and initiate action and problem solve.

To apply
 
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role according to the job description and person specification.
 
Closing date: 27th July at 23:59pm
Screening Interview: W/C 28th July
Interview dates: W/C 4th August
 
Please ensure you are available to attend an interview on these dates.
 
Applicants are required to have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.
 
Diversity Statement
 
We particularly welcome applications from candidates from under-represented groups to better reflect our mission and work to improve health equity. Research has shown that women and people from marginalised groups are less likely to apply for a role if they do not meet 100% of the job criteria. Please consider applying even if you do not fully meet our essential criteria. We are happy to schedule an informal chat to discuss the role further prior to submitting an application.
 
Unlimit Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate differences in age, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, religious beliefs, and socio-economic background. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and has equal opportunities to thrive.
 
Unlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease.
 
We work closely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventable infections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease.
 
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