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Job Title: Programme & Project Manager - Transformation
Reports to: Managing Director - Transformation
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade: Manager - Senior
Salary: £60,000 to £67,000 per annum
Contract: 18 - month fixed term contract with possibility of becoming permanent
Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and remote split
About Better Society Capital (BSC):
Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too.
Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI) managing its £83m portfolio. BSC is about to implement its next five-year strategy in 2026, which will offer new opportunities to target social issues at a national scale.
The opportunity:
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with proven programme and project management experience to support delivery of a series of organisational change projects that are central to equipping BSC to deliver our mission in the future.
Our organisational development has three main pillars: - Embedding a new strategy and effective decision-making around its implementation - A programme to transform our digital and data capabilities - Embedding new organisational values and a re-energised common approach to people management and development
This is a varied role that requires a logical and thoughtful approach to multiple work streams with rigour and purpose in a timely and professional manner. We celebrate innovation and this role would suit someone who is excited by making systems work well, suggesting recommendations for adaptation and improvement, and who is comfortable with working across multiple teams, stakeholders and deadlines.
We are committed to every team member’s learning and development which makes this role well suited to someone who is keen and curious to learn new things and develop new skills.
What you will do:
Effective project management of key elements of the “Essentials” data and digital transformation programme:
o Support the Managing Director – Transformation in the standing up and continuous operation of a Minimum Viable Governance framework, ensuring adherence to the protocols you establish.
o Drive Iterative Planning & Adjustment: Maintain and continuously update the integrated programme plan, rapidly facilitating adjustments in project direction and scope as learnings emerge from Workstream Leads and the investment team.
o Act as the dedicated PMO Execution Lead for the entire Essentials Programme, providing centralised control, reporting, and rigour across all five Workstreams.
o Supporting the Managing Director – Transformation and the leads of all the programme workstreams in co-ordinating activities and keeping the whole programme on track
o Establishing and operating systems to track the realisation of benefits from the programme
o Ensuring that key choices and decisions are escalated to the right forums at the right time
o Establish effective technology and systems to support programme management
Effective project management of strategy implementation:
oSupporting the Managing Director – Strategy operationalising key aspects of our 2026-30 strategy
oEstablishing and embedding systems within teams to track and the progress of priority projects and cross-BSC initiatives aligned to our new strategy
oEstablishing and operating a quarterly process for reviewing progress against goals for priority projects to support effective prioritisation and allocation of resources in line with organisational priorities
oWorking with the Strategy MD to ensure effective communication around strategy implementation, progress and decision making across the senior team
Effective management of people initiatives:
o Supporting the Managing Director – People and Talent in the roll-out of a revised “BSC Way” of people management and new BSC values – helping co-ordinate and sequence activities
o Supporting the People and Talent team in implementing effective tracking and management systems for reporting on progress
o Supporting the Senior Management Team EDI Champion in leading the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group to drive our EDI work and report on its progress
Integration Management & Investment Alignment:
o Serve as the central liaison and integration manager Investment Team projects
o Enforce Transformation Standards: Proactively ensure the cross-company project delivery aligns with the Essential Programme strategy to maintain programme coherence.
What you will bring:
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
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Experience operating within a rapidly maturing PMO environment, specifically acting as the execution support function for a senior transformation leader.
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Demonstrable experience of end-to-end project management across multiple complex projects and programmes of delivery at pace
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Experience of supporting change management processes and projects
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Demonstrable commitment to improving people’s lives in the UK.
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Demonstrable experience of strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
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Experience and confidence using technology (and AI tools) to enable effective project delivery.
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Confident and competent use of Microsoft Office
Desirable:
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Experience of working within the financial services, charity or social enterprise sector
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Experience of technology-enabled change programmes and/or HR/people development programmes
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Experience of broader software platforms, for example Salesforce CRM and project management tools
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
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Excellent project management, time management and organisation skills
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Operational Rigour & Governance Execution: Proven ability to implement and enforce project controls (risk, issues, decisions, reporting) defined by senior leadership, ensuring compliance across workstreams.
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Data-Driven - Exceptional skill in collecting, synthesising, and visually representing project data (progress, risk, benefits) to support effective leadership team decision-making.
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Influence without Authority: Superior skill in managing senior stakeholders, including the five Workstream Leads and the Investment Project Manager, to ensure adherence to standards and timely delivery of inputs
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A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and ability to establish excellent working relationships internally and externally
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Enthusiastic, proactive and curious to learn new things and develop new skills
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High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
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Strong research and analytical skills
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Good at finding innovative solutions to problems
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Excellent judgement, discretion and utmost integrity
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Prioritises effectively and takes ownership of tasks
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Flexible & thrives in a dynamic and varied role
Embody Better Society Capital core values:
Ø Purposeful –We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.
Ø Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change
Ø Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.
Ø Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence
Ø Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Other terms
Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we adapt to the needs of our diverse workforce.
Right to work: Candidates need to have the existing right to work in the UK
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+, racialised, disabled, or under-served communities).
We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 7th December 2025
Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. You will be asked some work-based questions which are reviewed anonymously by the hiring panel. Please note, while you will upload your CV, it will not be viewed by panel members at this stage, so we ask that you give full consideration to each answer.
NB we screen for answers generated by Gen AI. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your Applied answers are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.
Interviews
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Round 1 interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025
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Round 2 interviews will be held w/c 5 January 2026
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you.
If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
You can find out more about our recruitment approach here
Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: 2-year rolling
Location: Remote working (with occasional international travel for events)
(For non-UK candidates, please note that you would be hired via Deel either as a contractor or as an employee with local national benefits)
Reporting to: Policy & Advocacy Advisor
The organisation
United for Global Mental Health was founded in January 2018. It exists to support and unite the global effort to promote good mental health. Through our campaigning, advocacy and financing work, we aim to create a world in which everyone, everywhere has someone to turn to in support of their mental health. Since 2018, we have worked with a variety of international and national partners to help us reach this goal.
The Initiative:
The WHO Constitution and several UN human rights declarations affirm everyone’s right to the highest attainable standard of mental health. However, many countries’ laws and policies fall short of enabling this. Human rights violations and barriers to access persist, often due to the prioritisation of institutional care over primary and community-based services, and the existence of discriminatory laws, such as those criminalising suicide. Addressing these issues is a key focus of UnitedGMH’s human rights pillar under its current three-year strategy.
The Role:
You have the opportunity to join this initiative, working as part of a global policy, advocacy and financing organisation that puts its national partners and persons with lived experience of mental health at the forefront of their advocacy efforts. You will work with the Policy and Advocacy Advisor and colleagues, to develop, coordinate, support and implement policy and advocacy projects including; influencing global, regional and national law and policy, conducting research, report writing, drafting policy briefs and positions, partnership building and management, supporting national partners with their advocacy and representing the organisation at online and in-person events, including at key global moments. You will be working to achieve the objectives of our strategic pillar on rights, delivering on the 2026 strategy and action plan for the project on decriminalising suicide worldwide and supporting the project to deinstitutionalise mental health care, as well as contributing to the work across the organisation. You will also have the opportunity to help shape our next three-year organisation strategy from 2027-2029.
You:
You have a proven track record in international health policy and advocacy with an eye for detail and an entrepreneurial spirit. Confident to work across the range of advocacy and policy activities you are flexible, competent and take initiative, and have a desire to learn and grow. You are a true team player; able to take both responsibility in managing important projects and relationships and unafraid to take on essential tasks to support the team. You have a passion for international development, law and policy and mental health.
Responsibilities:
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Partner Support: Help to build and manage partner relations with external stakeholders including national and global civil society, research institutions, governments, UN agencies, donors etc. Support them with their national advocacy and assist them in developing and managing national coalitions to advance their work at a national level.
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Stakeholder relations: Support, and sometimes lead, engagement with key governments, the UN and other international organisations. As appropriate, directly engage and manage relationships with key decision-makers and global and regional advocacy organisations.
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Engagement of Experts by Experience and young people: ensure experts by experience of mental health conditions and young people are provided opportunities to influence global and national policy through your projects
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Grant and contract management: Lead in the identification of funders in your program area and develop funding proposals for work on policy, advocacy and financing; track and report on grant deliverables.
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Policy, advocacy & financing strategies: Lead the design and implementation of policy, advocacy and financing strategies for UnitedGMH and in collaboration with, or for, a range of stakeholders.
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Policy reports and papers: Draft policy reports and papers to support high level influencing.
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Briefings, policy packs and influencing language: Preparing briefings, policy packs and influencing language for senior government officials, Ministers, and other decision-makers as well as national partners as required.
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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning: regularly update UnitedGMH’s MEL system with relevant data and information around your projects
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Communications: Support the internal and external communication activities of the organisation and develop project-based communications plans.
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Funder profiles: Maintain updated profiles on key mental health funders.
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Events: Organise meetings, events (including side-events at key global moments), workshops and small gatherings of partners and other stakeholders.
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Represent the organisation: Speak on behalf of the organisation on your project areas at key global moments and in-person and virtual events, webinars and conferences
Experience:
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You will have at least five years of experience working in country and/or global health policy, advocacy and/or financing for a UN agency, non-governmental organisation, think tank or decision-maker.
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You will have undertaken work related to public health and/or human rights and have a track record of advocacy with policy makers, brief/report writing and research.
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A background in health, including mental health, either professionally or through lived experience.
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Demonstrable experience of having worked on health legislation and policy in low- and middle-income countries, including drafting, reviewing and/or having been part of consultative processes at a government level. Experience working on suicide prevention policies/strategies or the decriminalisation of suicide and/or the repeal of other discriminatory legislation will be preferred.
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Low-to-middle income country level experience engaging with different stakeholders – persons with lived experience of mental health conditions, governments, civil society, donors etc.
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Experience of representing your organisation at key global, regional or national political gatherings
Skills:
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Project management and reporting.
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Networking and relationship management
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Ability to perform research and report writing
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Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.
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Grant Proposal Writing.
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Ability to work as part of a team but equally a self-starter capable of devising and delivering work under your own direction
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Experienced in and thrive working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to changing agendas
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Strong organisational skills to plan, meet deadlines and successfully deliver events
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Ability to multitask and prioritise workload over short time frames
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Knowledge of foreign languages is desired but not mandatory.
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A good knowledge of Microsoft Office and other project management tools e.g., Trello, Google Suite, among others.
Qualifications:
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A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. health, law, human rights)
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Ability to work remotely and travel internationally
Benefits
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28 days of holiday a year plus national holidays in your country of residency
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Possibility of being hired by Deel as a local employee (with local pension and social security benefits) or as a contractor (decision up to the employee based on personal preference)
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Up to £1000 a year of allowance for coworking space
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Up to £500 a year in personal development training allowance
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A minimum of 1 in-person team retreat a year
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Possibility to work from anywhere in the world (where you have the legal right to work)
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Possibility to work compressed hours
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Access to Employee Assistance Programme via HealthAssured
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[For UK-based staff] You contribute 5% of your salary and we pay for 3% (8% total)
Diversity and inclusion
Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to UnitedGMH’s core mission and values, and the organisation is dedicated to promoting this across our work and also within the workplace. We will ensure that this commitment is embedded in all operational aspects of the organisation and also implemented within our day-to-day working practices.
Reasonable adjustments statement
We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment process. Should you have a disability and require a particular adjustment to be made to allow you to fully participate in the recruitment process, please ensure that this is made known to the person arranging your interview.
Interviews: There will be 2 interview rounds, and a short task for those who progress to the second round of interviews. Interviews will be arranged between the last week of November to the 12th of December.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 24th November
Application: To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter (800 words maximum) via Charity Job.
The Woodland Trust is looking for a Web Manager to help us reach and inspire our audience by managing content on the Trust’s website.
The Role: Drive and support our content strategy and governance processes.
• Manage the website, overseeing content, maintenance, management and governance.
• Lead and manage a team and support them to achieve their best.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the delivery of engaging and accessible content.
• Manage the Content Strategy Group to help shape the strategic direction of our website in line with business goals and user needs.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders internally and externally such as UX, insight and content team members.
• Create weekly and monthly reports for senior leaders and the rest of the organisation.
• Manage, document and communicate best practice and procedures to champion consistency across the organisation.
• This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Visits to Grantham would be required once a month on average.
The Candidate:
• You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.
We are looking for candidates who have the following:
• Experience in web content, web technologies and managing the web content of an organisation.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, trends and best practice with the ability to ensure adherence across the team.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Experience in using analytics data and generating reports to share with internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Google Analytics 4, web governance, SEO tools and Google Search Console with the ability to use these tools to monitor performance, complete audits and provide guidance where necessary.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and manage a small team.
• Experience in managing content management systems.
• Knowledge of user experience (UX) and information architecture best practice with the ability to ensure adherence.
Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Buy and Sell Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they only see a redacted version of your CV. Your CV will only be shared with the hiring managers if you are successful for the final stages of shortlisting so please make sure that you answer the Application Questions to show your relevant skills and passion for the role.
Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.
Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.
Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on the 3rd December 2025
This role will support the growth, development, and delivery of our Bespoke events portfolio. You will be involved in multiple aspects of Bespoke events team projects, recruiting supporters, stewardship planning, creation and evaluation and maximising fundraising opportunities for the Society. Working alongside the Bespoke Events Officer and Bespoke Events Manager to meet both income and expenditure targets and contribute to the wider team’s goals and strategy.
Please note this is a fixed term contract for up to seven months.
About you
- Be enthusiastic, organised and target-driven.
- Experience in copyrighting, and building marketing or stewardship communications, and be comfortable taking ownership of a project area.
- Be able to give and receive feedback, prioritise your own workload and make decisions based on data or insight.
- Be keen problem solver, capable of working under their own initiative whilst collaborating with our colleagues across the Events Team.
- Be comfortable managing smaller events on the day alongside other team members.
- Verbal and written communication skills to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders and fundraisers.
- Work collaboratively and be able to prioritise your workload effectively.
- Excellent organisational skills and great attention to detail as you will be supporting with our Events.
- Be a self-starter and incredibly motivated.
What you’ll focus on:
- Planning, organising and managing Memory Walk events with internal and external stakeholders to ensure success.
- Lead on delivery of wider project areas such as internal communications.
- Build, monitor and manage income and expenditure budgets, along with participant numbers, to ensure we hit our ambitious targets.
- Stewardship planning, creation and evaluation
- Internal processes
- Delivering exceptional supporter care
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.
Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Job Description
International Medical Corps UK is a global humanitarian organisation saving and rebuilding lives through healthcare, training and community development. International Medical Corps UK works alongside International Medical Corps and International Medical Corps Croatia, currently responding to humanitarian emergencies and communities afflicted by conflict, poverty and natural disaster in about 30 countries.
JOB SUMMARY: Ensure that assigned countries received effective day-to-day HQ support. Advocating for the needs of the assigned Countries needs within the organization and ensure that programme Officers effectively coordinate communications between all departments, including compliance, programming, logistics, legal, security, human resource and communication. Supervise, mentor and coach assigned Program Officers and Assistants. Develops and monitor staff performance targets with clear objectives and timelines
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervises, mentor and coach assigned Program Officers and Assistants
- Develops and monitor staff performance targets with clear objectives and timelines
- Deployment to the field to support in program or mission startup, staff coverage, and close out.
- Supervise the coordination of country strategy development
- Ensures the field programs team fulfill contractual obligations and commitments to beneficiaries and stakeholders for assigned countries
- Ensures that donors and internal reporting is submitted on time and in fulfilment of contractual obligations for the countries covered
- Ensures that established processes and procedures are followed by the Program Officers and flags issues as necessary to the Senior Manager
- External representation as required with donors
- Guide assigned programme team toward best work standards and schedules; ensure effective implementation in the region; facilitate appropriate development and training for regional employees; ensure timely review of employee work quality and initiate transparent steps to correct inadequate performance; approve employees' work schedules and time reports;
- Assist in the selection and assignment of best qualified regional personnel; plan for transition and succession; handle employee relations matters in association with Human Resources standards and in accordance with International Medical Corps Human Resources policies, guidelines and procedures;
- Ensure that the staff is adhering to the policies and procedures set forth in official guidelines
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Please note that the duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. This job description is subject to review to ensure that it reflects the strategic direction requirements of International Medical Corps UK.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Typically, a Bachelor's degree in related field + Project management certification + Significant relevant experience..
- Significant relevant experience managing, building, leading and developing a team of staff and field- based work experience in the sector.
- Experience implementing as a Senior Program Officer or in managerial role
- Experience in leading development of large-scale or strategic proposals, including the development of project budgets greater than $5 million
- Experience in implementing projects funded by US, UK, EU, Canadian, Australian, UN and other donor governments
- Experience of project and financial management in a multi-partner or multi-agency consortia
- Demonstrated experience of developing and managing relationships with donors
- Knowledge of Project cycle management
- Experience with Logical Framework project planning and design
- Proposal development skills
- Knowledge of major donors rules and regulations
- Experience in representing externally project information
- Financial and other data systems to produce budgets, analyze data and track trends
- Strong analytical skills to determine overall grant performance
- Ability to coach, mentor and effectively manage a team
- Good interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
- Results driven and ability to meet deadlines
- Staff management skills and diplomacy
- Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Extensive travel maybe required
- Fluent in written and spoken English
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
NoFit State Circus is looking for a motivated, ambitious and organised Development Manager with a genuine passion for the arts and the work we do.
You must be excellent at building and nurturing relationships, able to think long term and strategically, and adapt to various needs of the ever-changing world around us.
NoFit State is the UK’s largest contemporary circus company, and every year we engage with 120,000-150,000 people of all ages and backgrounds from across Wales, the UK and the world. We have exciting plans ahead – you and our supporters are integral to making them a success, there’s never been a better time to join us and be part of it.
As Development manager -
- you are managing and nurturing relationships with our supporters and funders, including ACW and ACE, building meaningful connections and rapport.
- you are developing and implementing the company’s development and fundraising strategies across multiple streams.
- you are working with colleagues to dynamically develop our work and seek new prospects, adapting creatively and responsively.
- you are delivering compelling cases for support which meet both the company’s and funders’ purpose, interests, and needs.
- you are managing fund budgets, and collecting and collating data for reporting, including impact reports.
- you are planning, managing and delivering a programme of development events and representing NoFit State at public events and opportunities in the UK and internationally.
- you will be making a real difference to people’s lives and how we hold our place in the world.
Please visit our website to find out more.
Working hours: Full time
Salary: £30,000 – £37,500 per annum
Location: Cardiff
Closing date for applications: 3pm, Monday 24 November 2025
Indicative start date: As soon as possible
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments during the application or recruitment process and we’ll be happy to support you.
NoFit State is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds and people under 30 are currently under-represented in our team so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups.
Ordinary people doing extraordinary things
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
CSE is a national charity based in Bristol with a clear mission: to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes. We believe in a future where everyone can live in a warm, healthy home powered by a fair and sustainable energy system, and we work with people, organisations and communities to help make that a reality. We collaborate across teams and disciplines to deliver practical change, and we’re proud of our independence, integrity and commitment to social justice. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we want CSE to be an outstanding place to work, one where colleagues feel supported, included, and empowered to make a difference.
The role
Would you like to play a key role in making CSE a great place to work, enabling our people to deliver on our mission to end fuel poverty and tackle the climate emergency?
We are looking for a proactive and values-driven Senior HR Advisor to join our HR team. This is a newly created role and reflects both organisational growth and the increasing demand for proactive HR support, line manager guidance and HR project delivery.
As Senior HR Advisor, you will act as a trusted HR partner, providing confident advice, empowering line managers, and supporting projects and initiatives that strengthen engagement, wellbeing and performance. You will combine day-to-day HR support with delivering improvements to systems, processes and the employee experience, working closely with the Senior HR Manager and Senior HR Officer.
You will also play a key role in helping us embed new digital HR tools, including our HRIS (Employment Hero), Monday, and SharePoint HR intranet. We are in the early stages of rolling these out, so we are looking for someone tech-savvy who can support the Senior HR Manager with rolling up their sleeves, troubleshooting, and helping staff and line managers get the best out of them.
This is a role for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving ways of working, and helping people thrive. If you’re collaborative, approachable and solutions-focused, and excited by the chance to make a real impact in a mission-led charity, we’d love to hear from you.
Who you are
You are an experienced HR professional who is confident advising managers, balancing compliance with a people-centred approach. You are curious and resilient, always looking for ways to improve systems and processes, and passionate about creating a positive employee experience.
You will bring:
· Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, ideally supported by CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience).
· Experience advising line managers on employee matters.
· Experience contributing to HR projects
· Confidence using HR systems and digital platforms
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to adapt your approach to different audiences.
· Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail, and the ability to balance priorities in a fast-paced environment.
· A collaborative, values-led approach that champions inclusion and builds trust with staff and managers.
What we offer
Working at CSE means being part of a supportive, purpose-driven team, where your skills contribute to real social and environmental change. We offer:
· Salary: Scale F (£36,075 - £43,211)
· Pension: 8% employer / 6% employee
· Holiday: 25 days AL plus BH’s
· Benefits:
o TOIL programme and flexibility to support work–life balance
o A commitment to supporting your role progression and continued development
o Health Cash Plan
o Life Assurance
o Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay, adoption pay
o Access to retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover
o Employee Assistance Programme
o Staff activities like yoga at lunch and a book club
o Tech Scheme
o Cycle to Work Scheme
Our culture and values
At CSE, our values shape how we work together and with others.
· Commitment to our mission
· Collaboration
· Conscientiousness
· Initiative
Application procedure
To apply, please complete CSE’s application form attached. Applications should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the person specification outlined in the job description.
The closing date for applications is 10:00 on Monday 24 November 2025.
Interviews will take place on w/c. Monday 1 December and Monday 8 Decmeber 2025.
Applications should be emailed or sent by post to: Centre for Sustainable Energy, St James Court, St James Parade, Bristol BS1 3LH.
If shortlisted for interview, we will ask you to provide evidence demonstrating your eligibility for employment in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose
Horatio’s Garden is a nationwide charity creating and nurturing beautifully designed gardens in NHS’s spinal injury centres.
The Patient Experience Manager will be instrumental in supporting patients and families use of the garden.
Along with the Head Gardener, you will be responsible for the smooth running of a thriving, vibrant garden ensuring the patient and their family are appropriately supported throughout their time in the spinal unit.
This role requires you to manage a team of volunteers and work closely with the Head Gardener who maintains the horticultural standard of the garden and delivers therapeutic horticulture sessions. You will be managed by the national Patient Experience Lead.
You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clinical and non-clinical NHS staff, corporate sponsors, funders, the Fundraising team, the Communications team and the Events Programme Manager.
The gardens have been beautifully designed and maintained, and the role of the garden needs to reflect an appropriate environment for patients and their families at all stages of their stay. From the initial welcome, to ensuring the contact and relationship is consistent with activities to suit their needs.
You will be responsible for developing and delivering social activities, supported by the charity’s Events Programme Manager and in collaboration with the wider Spinal Injuries team in Glasgow. These activities will mainly need to be held on a weekend afternoon which is a critical time in the garden when most patients are available and often have friends and family to visit. Currently the Events programme includes seasonal celebrations and social and craft activities. External facilitators also deliver photography, printing, painting, ceramic workshops and live music performances.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, proactive individual who is efficient, well organised and has outstanding communication and relationship building skills. You will need to be adaptable and friendly and confident working with a wide range of people including people with spinal injuries and their families, NHS staff, volunteers and many different teams within the charity.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
People with spinal injuries
· Develop relationships with patients and families to ensure the best experience for them in the garden at every stage of their stay
· Maintain a consistent social and arts activity programme appropriate for the current patient group, liaising with the Events Programme Manager and managing the volunteers accordingly
· Organise a programme of seasonal events, reflecting the needs of patients
· Work with the Impact Manager to monitor patient experience and the impact of the garden
· Ensure the garden is managed to allow the correct balance is in place to benefit both patients and external parties (major donors, trusts, corporate groups and other visitors)
NHS staff
· Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with NHS clinical teams and voluntary services
Volunteers
· Recruitment and training of new volunteers
· Manage the team of volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the garden with patient experience at its core
Fundraising and Communications
· Work with fundraising managers, Head Gardener and volunteers to develop opportunities to generate income in the garden through friends, corporate friends and third-party fundraising
· Support corporate sponsor events and fundraising opportunities
· Represent the garden and charity at key events
· Promote the local social media accounts and provide regular updates for content
· Interviews with press/media as required
Administrative
· Ensure all administrative tasks associated with the role are monitored, completed and maintained
· Assist with ensuring the garden rooms are kept clean and tidy at all times
Safeguarding
· Comply with all safeguarding policies and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead immediately
· This post is subject to an enhanced PVG check
Assist the Patient Experience Lead with any other tasks as required. It should be noted that the list above is intended to give an overall view of the position and should be taken as guidance only.
Person Specification
Key Criteria
Knowledge and skills
Essential
Experience of leading and managing teams
Experience of working with volunteers
Stakeholder engagement and networking
Delivering social events
Budget management experience
Good IT skills, specifically proficient with Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Desirable
Experience of volunteer recruitment and training
Voluntary sector experience
Experience of working with the NHS or in a health care setting
Knowledge and experience of managing petty cash
Experience of SharePoint
Knowledge of using social media to promote activities and events
Interest and understanding of wellbeing benefits of gardens
Experience of therapeutic activities
Digital photography
Qualities
Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to successfully develop new working relationships
Excellent communication skills
Proactive, can-do attitude
Empathetic and kind
Calm under pressure
Ability to prioritise and adapt to the changing needs of each working day
Self-motivated and capable of working with the minimum of direction but understanding the limits of your knowledge and able to seek advice when required
Other requirements
Flexible and able to work one weekend afternoon every week
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role
Based in the UK, this role will play a central role in ensuring smooth and compliant programme operations, including accurate financial posting, reporting, budget tracking, forecasting, and expenditure analysis.The postholder will play a key role in budget tracking, forecasting, procurement, and day-to-day programme coordination, ensuring compliance with donor and organisational requirements
This is a full-time, 18-month fixed-term contract with the potential for extension. As an organisation, we support flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at the interview stage.
Main responsibilities
Fiscal Compliance & Financial Management:
• Conduct spot checks on partner expenses through a bi-annual internal audit process.
• Ensure that all staff, partner and consultant financial claims are eligible costs under the contract, reviewing expenses and rates to ensure audit compliance
Kimble Management:
• Manage the project account in Kimble, ensure all rates on Kimble align with agreed consultant rates, adding new lines and making amendments for the team as required.
• Provide support in troubleshooting issues related to Kimble usage and financial reporting, offering practical solutions and coordination with relevant teams.
•Act as a point of contact for consultants, partners and project staff to ensure timely monthly finance submissions and support finance-related queries.
•Lead the maintenance of all expense transactions being reported to the project, including logging regular costs, and overseeing partner and project consultant expense submissions.
Skills and Experience:
•At least 2–3 years’ experience in finance or administration within an NGO/development or consultancy setting, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and reconciliation.
•Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and financial management systems, with particularly strong excel skills.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV. The deadline for applying is Sunday, 23rd November 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
Please note that the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
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Developer (Full-stack)
Permanent, Full-time, Hybrid working
This role is based in the UK, in one of our UK offices: Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington
You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.
Salary: London: £58,475 per year (including London allowance), Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington: £53,593 per year
Early applications are strongly encouraged as interview will be scheduled on an ongoing basis. We reserve the right to close the advert before the advertised closing date.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues.
About the role
The Developer (Full-stack) plays a key role in developing and enhancing user-centric digital products at Christian Aid. This position focuses on delivering high-quality front-end (70%) and back-end (30%) solutions on the Drupal CMS, ensuring seamless and intuitive user experiences.
Working closely with the Technical Lead, you’ll address complex challenges identified by stakeholders and user feedback, providing strategic direction and innovative solutions. This role is crucial to the success of our digital fundraising initiatives, requiring a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and strategic thinking.
Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining digital products, ensuring they meet user needs, adhering to accessibility standards, and maintaining brand integrity. Your work will be instrumental in creating engaging, user-friendly experiences that align with our organisational goals.
About you
You have extensive experience in front-end development, complemented by a solid understanding of back-end technologies. Your passion lies in creating products that prioritise user experience, and you excel at crafting intuitive, visually engaging interfaces. As a strong communicator, you can effectively translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
You’re a forward-thinking developer who embraces new technologies and methodologies, staying up-to-date with industry trends and continually seeking to enhance your skills. You’re a proactive problem solver, adept at navigating complex technical challenges and finding innovative solutions that align with business goals and user needs. Your user-centric approach ensures that the products you develop not only meet but exceed expectations, delivering exceptional digital experiences.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Development at Mission 44
As a youth-focused foundation, young people are central to our work. We view young people as active collaborators in creating an inclusive future. Our commitment is to share power, to ensure they have meaningful influence over the decisions that affect their lives, their communities, and the systems around them. Mission 44’s Youth Empowerment Strategy aims to ensure young people are embedded across all aspects of our impact work (including grantmaking, convening and campaigning), as well as helping us to shape our strategy, evaluate our impact, raise funds and awareness amongst key stakeholders.
In this newly established role of Youth Participation Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting and coordinating participation activities across the organisation, ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved, well-supported, and able to shape decisions and influence our work. Alongside this, you will support the team in launching and delivering an innovative programme created in partnership with our Youth Advisory Board.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about youth empowerment, someone who is highly organised, and skilled at building trusted relationships. You will be a proactive problem-solver, able to balance multiple priorities while ensuring young people feel supported and heard. If you’re motivated by creating opportunities for young people to drive change, we’d love you to join our team and help us strengthen the impact we make together. Please note: this role involves some evening and weekend work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Director
Organisation: Props Charity (associated with the Bristol Charities Group)
Location: Bristol
Based;The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 2QQ
Reports to: Props Board of Trustees with management report to Bristol Charities CEO
Works closely with: Bristol Charities Executive Team
Team Size: Approx. 75 staff
Salary:£60-65k per annum
Hours:37.5 hour per week
Annual Leave: 31 days including bank holidays
Interview Dates: 27th and 28th November 2025
About Props Charity: Props Charity is a unique and much loved charity dedicated to developing work and social skills for adults with learning disabilities, creating employment pathways, and fostering a supportive and inclusive community. Our mission is to empower individuals through creative and practical work experiences, enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence. With a fantastic legacy to build on, we have reached an exciting stage in our development and we are currently going through a process to become a part of the Bristol Charities Group to support our ambitions to scale up our operations, grow our reach, and enhance our impact.
Role Purpose
We are now looking for an enterprising and ambitious Director to lead the charity into a new chapter. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to shape the future of a dynamic and values-driven charity, building on strong foundations while unlocking new potential for growth, innovation, and impact. The Director will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for Props Charity, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and sustainable social enterprises. The role involves managing a diverse team, overseeing enterprise, training, creative and sports projects, and working in close partnership with Bristol Charities to align with broader organisational goals. The Director will secure the viability and sustainability of current operations whilst exploring future opportunities for growth in trainee numbers, scaling up social enterprises, and bringing forward Business Plans for new ventures.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Volunteer Coordinator we are looking for will enjoy this unique opportunity to grow and develop our current volunteer work into a thriving and sustainable programme. Our large Cadbury family home with five acres of beautiful grounds is a retreat centre for justice, reconciliation and peace and, as a result of this role, will become a fantastic space for volunteers to flourish while supporting the physical place, vision and work of the charity.
Our current volunteer work includes a small group of local individuals who meet for a monthly volunteer days to work on the grounds and maintenance, and who support our retreat and fundraising events. A relationship with BT has enabled us to begin to offer voluntary opportunities for their local staff and this area is ready to be developed. Volunteers of all faiths and none are invited, but not required, to participate in the rhythm of prayer at the house, and all have the opportunity to hear about the vision and work as part of their experience with us. To work with our bookings a development plan may look like a more regular midweek volunteer day, a regular Sunday volunteer day and a schedule of individual volunteering tasks to be undertaken when staff are onsite during the week.
This post is initially funded for one year. If the role proves fruitful The Greenhouse will seek grant funding to extend it; however, continuation beyond the first year cannot be guaranteed.
The Volunteer Coordinator is a new and developmental role within The Greenhouse at Barnes Close. It offers an engaging opportunity to join our staff team and build upon a small as-yet underdeveloped volunteer programme in a beautiful and rewarding place to work. They will also enjoy the oversight of a discerning and experienced Board of Trustees.
We will be pleased to receive your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role, references will be required. The closing date for applications is 05/12/2025, interviews will take place during the week of 8th December.
You are welcome to contact the Director Rev. Helen Lawson with any questions, for an informal conversation regarding the role, or to arrange a visit. For our contact information see our website.
We look forward to hearing from you.
A Place for Justice, Reconciliation and Peace
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- £40,500
- Permanent
- Hybrid, 1 day a week in London office
- 35 hours per week
The Brooke is a global animal welfare organisation working with communities around the world to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules. The impact is tangible and human; the stories, endless. The content practically writes itself.
You’ll be the voice and face of the mid-value programme, building meaningful connections with supporters who give between £500 and £5,000, helping them see exactly how their generosity transforms lives. Alongside that, you’ll oversee and grow regular giving, testing, scaling and refining new products to strengthen lifetime value and long-term sustainability.
It’s a hands-on role that needs someone comfortable working across digital and mail campaigns, managing external suppliers, and making data-led decisions about where to test, invest and grow. You’ll work closely with the wider fundraising and comms team to ensure supporters move seamlessly between mid-value and major donor programmes, and you’ll have support to deliver the stewardship and campaign logistics.
The team is ambitious, collaborative and well connected across the organisation. Fundraising and communications work as one, with shared goals, strong internal relationships and a deep understanding of the projects being delivered in the field. It’s a healthy, growing environment with a focus on innovation, impact and people.
You’ll bring
- Experience in relationship-led fundraising, ideally across mid-value or regular giving
- Confidence managing multi-channel campaigns and digital journeys
- An analytical eye for performance and testing
- Curiosity, warmth and a genuine interest in connecting supporters with impact
- A collaborative, sleeves-rolled-up approach – this is a team that gets stuck in together
In return, you’ll join a financially stable, forward-looking charity with ambitious plans for supporter growth and a culture that knows people by name, not job title.
Interviews: First round w/c 25 November (Teams), second round in person.
To apply: Get in touch to discuss your experience and what draws you to The Brooke’s mission.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Insights and Impact Manager £41,738
The Role
Are you passionate about putting girls' voices at the heart of programme design? We're looking for a collaborative and data-informed Insights and Impact Manager to bring research, evidence and learning into our work at GFS. You'll design and lead monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) across all programmes, build systems to gather insight from girls and young women, and ensure their experiences directly shape our delivery and strategy.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Why Join Us?
At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive. As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
- Long service leave after two years
- GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
- We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities.
- 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket loan
- Annual EDI Learning Days
- Study time to support your professional development
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Key Dates
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Closing Date: Noon, Thursday 20th November 2025
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Interviews: Thursday 4th December 2025 and Friday 5th December
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.