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Policy and Public Affairs Officer
We’re looking for a passionate and politically savvy Policy and Public Affairs Officer to help shape the future of foster care in Wales at a time of exciting political opportunity.
Position: Policy and Public Affairs Officer (Wales)
Location: Hybrid with weekly travel to the Cardiff office
Salary: £27,405 – £32,480 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time – 35 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July, 12am
Interview Date: Monday 4th August (Cardiff office)
What you’ll be doing:
This is a pivotal role within the UK-wide policy and campaigns team, influencing Welsh policy to improve the lives of children in foster care and the families who support them. With elections in the Senedd on the horizon, you’ll have a real opportunity to bring about change through political engagement, stakeholder influence and youth-led campaigning.
Key objectives include:
- Influencing parliamentary and policy-making processes in Wales
- Delivering high-impact campaigns and research projects
- Supporting the young people’s advisory board and amplifying lived experience
- Producing high-quality written materials for policy, campaigns and members
- Contributing to UK-wide projects and cross-team collaboration
Who we’re looking for:
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with policy and campaigning experience who is passionate about improving outcomes for children in foster care. You’ll need to be confident building relationships with politicians, government figures and people with lived experience, and skilled at producing credible, evidence-based materials that influence decision-makers.
We’re especially keen to hear from people with:
- Knowledge of the Welsh policy landscape and children’s social care
- Experience supporting youth-led or lived experience campaigning
- A strong understanding of influencing and policy development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
At this point, we hope you're feeling excited about the role – even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
In return:
- 38 days leave (including bank holidays)
- Flexible and hybrid working
- A range of family friendly and fostering friendly leave options
- Enhanced maternity, adoption and sick pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Pension and life assurance
- Contribution to eye tests and lenses
- Season ticket loans
Our commitment to diversity:
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly under-represented communities. If you are care experienced and meet the minimum criteria, you’ll be guaranteed an interview. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable adjustments. We also consider job-share arrangements for all roles.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Policy Officer, Campaigns Officer, Public Affairs Adviser, Government Relations Officer, Children’s Social Care Policy Officer, Youth Engagement Lead, Advocacy Officer, External Affairs Officer.
What you will be achieving
As People Assistant, you will be supporting an established People and Culture (P&C) team to deliver an efficient and accurate P&C administration service across the Academy, ensuring that all P&C records are maintained properly. You will have some admin experience, which could be easily transferred to working in a P&C team. There will be opportunities to grow and develop in the role and get involved in wider cross-team working projects.
The People and Culture function forms part of the Directorate team. The team includes the Head of People and Culture, two People Business Partners and two People Assistants (including this role).
The wider Directorate team is responsible for supporting big annual Corporate Events. The team also supports and provides administrative support to the Chief Executive (CEO), President, Officers and Senior Leadership Team.
What you will be doing
- Supporting the People Business Partners in managing the recruitment activity. Recording diversity information after each recruitment round, ensuring it is available for annual analysis.
- Managing the new starter admin process, including conducting reference checks, induction meetings, and ensuring line managers follow the induction and probationary procedures.
- Undertaking P&C administration, including updating the HR employee database (Cezanne), P&C spreadsheets, preparing correspondence, and responding to external reference requests.
- Maintaining and updating information on the staff organogram and number of permanent/fixed-term posts on a monthly basis.
- Supporting the People Business Partner to prepare payroll administration and paperwork.
- Monitoring the sick leave and annual leave processes - escalating any potential issues to the People Business Partners and Head, as appropriate.
- Supporting the People Business Partners with any training administration, booking paperwork, and supporting training day coordination.
- Being the super user of the HR system.
- Updating any changes in the system, as and when needed.
- Supporting Academy away days.
- Supporting the People Business Partners in systems development work, as necessary.
What you’ll bring to the role
- The ambition to study towards CIPD level 3, or be studying towards.
- Experience of doing admin (within a P&C department would be an advantage).
- Some experience of dealing with people at all levels.
- Excellent IT skills, working with databases (experience with HR databases would be an advantage).
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
Benefits
- Salary progression framework.
- Hybrid and agile working.
- 29 days' annual leave, including Christmas closure dates, plus bank holidays.
- Regular organisation-wide Wellbeing Days.
- Pension (the Academy offers a flexible contribution structure with a minimum employer contribution of 8% up to a maximum of 13% of gross salary, with an employee contribution ranging from 3% to 8%).
- Life assurance.
- Vitality Private Medical Insurance, on completion of probation.
- SimplyHealth Cash Plans, on completion of probation.
- Season ticket travel loan (interest-free), on completion of probation.
- Cycle to work scheme, available on completion of probation.
- Family-friendly benefits - enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to qualifying period), coaching for parents returning to work.
- Subscription to Headspace and Class Pass.
- Staff training to support your development, including EDI training.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers portal.
Closing date: 5.00pm on Thursday 17 July 2025.
Interview dates: Thursday 24 & Friday 25 July 2025 (likely held online).
Location: You can be based near one of the following office locations - Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, or Newcastle.
We operate a hybrid model of work i.e. a combination of in-person and remote, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. We would typically expect in-office attendance an average of one day per week.
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: We are looking for the right candidate and while we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) we are very open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours, flexitime and job-shares.
Occasional/frequent evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given.
Ideal start date: ASAP, as agreed with candidate
We’ll also need:
- Proof of your right to work in the UK - regretfully we’re currently unable to offer sponsorships at this time.
- References
- To conduct relevant DBS or PVGs checks for Safeguarding purposes if you are offered the role in line with our Safer Recruitment practices.
The Opportunity
The Finance and Operations Officer’s purpose is to work within the Operations Team to provide essential financial and operational support for the whole charity.
Key responsibilities for finance range from providing advice and support for the whole staff team, important day to day and monthly financial processing for key stakeholders and assisting with the budgeting and forecasting process.
1. Finance
- Support the Finance and Operations Manager (FM) to prepare and deliver accurate and regular management information including monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts, one-off finance reports, reporting for funders including grants and trusts, including end of project reporting.
- Monitor the day-to-day financial management and cash flow of the Social Mobility Foundation (SMF) working closely with the FM, Head of Finance & Operations (HFO), Operations and Fundraising teams.
- Prepare payment runs for invoices and expenses, update weekly payments received reports and work closely with the Fundraising team to ensure expected income has been received.
- Support the FM, alongside our appointed accountants, to prepare audited Year End Accounts, and work to ensure the Accounts are completed, approved, and filed on time.
- Support the FM to manage and improve our financial systems and procedures, streamlining internal processes to ensure they are effective and safeguard the finances of the organisation.
- Support the FM to devise and implement effective and efficient procedures, including the introduction of a purchase order system. From time to time, you may be requested to support the FM to maintain the payroll function of the organisation.
2. Operations and Administration
- Support the organisation, in ensuring that all staff and volunteers are aware of and trained in the relevant Data Protection policy and procedures and ensure that data protection laws are being adhered to in relation to the storage of data. Run the data deletion process where such requests are received in compliance with GDPR legislation.
- Support the HFO and FM in overseeing operational matters such as SMF office administration, maintaining the asset register, insurance renewals, and Health & Safety compliance; act as point of contact for suppliers and service providers, including property managers, utility companies, couriers and cleaners; maintaining contracts and leases with office providers; purchasing office supplies & equipment and ensuring adequate stock levels are kept.
- Support the wider organisation through appropriate administrative tasks, for example the programme delivery team to ensure a good experience for students, particularly during the residential programmes
- Support the HR team with processes such as ordering laptops for new staff and communicating, updating and maintaining office policies contained in the Office handbook
- Undertake research activities to support Operations Team projects, for example potential new suppliers, benchmarking exercises and contract renewals
3. Strategic Responsibilities
- Support with training staff on finance processes, fraud awareness, data protection, and other areas of operations.
- Being a point of contact for all staff on finance and operations including office administration
- Ensure appropriate adherence to our financial and operational policies and procedures supporting the organisation to enact the highest standards, balancing that whilst processes are appropriately followed, they are not followed to the point where they compromise the standards or outcomes desired.
Need to know
- IT skills: Experience of using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel functions. Experience of using or awareness of any accounting and/or CRM (Salesforce) software.
- Accounting knowledge: Some understanding of basic bookkeeping would be preferable, including the importance of accurate and timely information for the running of the charity and an ability to maintain confidentiality.
Please see the full job description attached for a more detailed person specification.
Benefits
Annual leave
33/34 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank and public holidays).
Other benefits
Cycle to Work Scheme; Employer pension contributions of 5% of qualifying earnings; Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family; Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time; Regular staff team building and business planning “away days”.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59PM, Sunday 13th July.
- Why would you like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation? (max. 500 words)
- What makes you a suitable candidate for the role? (max. 500 words)
Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered.
Interviews: First round interviews will take place between 14th July and 18th July with multiple slots available at different times throughout the working day.
We unlock potential, broaden horizons and create opportunities for young people



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Operations Manager/Projects Manager
Ffald y Brenin is a well-established and respected Christian ministry centred on the Retreat Centre and House of Prayer in West Wales. Thousands of residential and day visitors come every year to experience God’s presence, to rest and to be strengthened in their Christian lives. Thousands of others engage in Ffald y Brenin’s ministry of Local Houses of Prayer (LHOP) globally, as well as using online and printed resources, or attending Prayer Days and conferences.
Ffald y Brenin is celebrating forty years of ministry this year with an increasing sense of excitement about what the Lord has in store for the next forty! We want to build on our foundations, rooted in contemplative prayer and worship, with Ffald y Brenin as the trysting place between individuals and God, expanding our reach across the generations. There are developing plans to extend our reach, which could include an enlarged footprint in space and activity. The vision is unfolding under the banner of #Next40, and we will be fundraising, inviting friends and supporters to invest in Ffald y Brenin’s future.
We have a gap in our team that we need to fill. Whoever comes needs to sense a calling to join our close-knit community, with an eagerness to serve and a willingness to contribute to the daily rhythm of prayer.
The Operations Manager/Projects Manager supports the Director and Ministry Leads in enabling Ffald y Brenin to play its part in cultivating the presence of God, serving the Body of Christ and the nation of Wales and blessing the nations globally. They do so by ensuring effective resource management and operations and through high quality project management. Also, at this important point in the history of Ffald y Brenin, they will play a key role in supporting the visionary development of our ministry as we engage with all that #Next40 offers, including new development projects.
Accountable for
● Implementing and maintaining policies and ensuring legal compliance
● Managing land and buildings (decor, maintenance, equipment, etc)
● Stewarding the charity’s resources with integrity and clarity, applying Charity Commission guidance
● Collaborating closely with Trustees and the Finance Officer to oversee operational and project budgets—translating financial data into purposeful decisions aligned with timelines, funding conditions, and the organisation’s wider mission
● Providing line management to the Finance Officer, supporting shared accountability in financial stewardship
● Provide line management and day-to-day support to the Head Gardener and Groundsman, ensuring estate operations align with safety, care, and the wider goals of the organisation
● Setting and managing budgets
● Maintaining relationships with contractors and other external stakeholders
● Implementing projects and events (conferences, etc)
Person Specification
● It is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) that the person is a Christian and a committed follower of Christ, with a disciplined spiritual life
● Fully committed to the purpose and values of Ffald y Brenin
● Clear leadership abilities and able to work effectively with a wide range of people
● Able to challenge and encourage whilst maintaining relationship
● A minimum of five years management experience in a business/office environment
● Experience of planning and managing budgets
● Strategic thinker, capable of developing plans for different areas of the ministry
● Good written/verbal communication skills and highly computer literate
● Self-starter able to work on their own initiative and deal with challenges effectively
● Punctual, reliable, discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
● Committed to professional and personal development
● Passes a satisfactory DBS check
● Experience of project, estate or event management
Salary: c. £30,000
Closing Date for Applications: 12:00 on 31 July 2025
How to Apply: By email/letter and accompanying CV
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location: Remote (UK-based preferred)
Travel: Travel to Calais and UK operational sites required
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Deadline to Apply: 16 July 2025
How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and motivation for working with Care4Calais.
About Care4Calais
Care4Calais is a volunteer-led humanitarian charity providing essential aid and support to refugees and asylum seekers in Northern France and across the UK. Founded on principles of dignity, compassion, and solidarity, we are committed to creating a fairer, more inclusive society for those seeking refuge.
From providing warm clothing, English classes to legal access, education, and social support, we work tirelessly—through a network of grassroots volunteers and a small, dedicated staff teams—to deliver life-changing help to displaced people. With operations in Calais, Dunkirk, and over 70 locations in the UK, our impact is wide-reaching and continually growing.
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and oversee the strategic delivery of Care4Calais’ operational (direct aid provision) work across all regions. This is quite a newly created role that will play a central part in shaping the charity’s growth, resilience, and day-to-day effectiveness—ensuring our humanitarian aid reaches those who need it most.
The COO will work closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Trustees, to develop internal systems, guide operational teams, maintain consistency across all projects, and strengthen our digital communications, training, safeguarding, and volunteer engagement. You will also play a key leadership role in fostering innovation, implementing policy, and coordinating multi-regional delivery across the UK and Northern France.
This is a remote-based role, but regular travel to operational sites in Calais and around the UK is essential to ensure quality, cohesion, and morale across our field teams and volunteer network.
Key Responsibilities
➣ Strategic & Operational Leadership
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Oversee the delivery of all operational activities across the UK and French field sites, ensuring they align with Care4Calais’ mission, values, and strategic goals.
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Lead and support UK Field Operations Managers and France Operations Coordinators in planning and executing aid distributions, support services, and community engagement.
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Monitor performance across regions, using data and feedback to drive improvements in impact, efficiency, safety, and volunteer satisfaction.
➣ Volunteer Coordination & Digital Community Oversight
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Supervise volunteer communication channels, including Facebook groups, WhatsApp chats, and other platforms, ensuring all messaging is consistent, safe, and in line with our organisational tone and values.
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Support the recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of a diverse and inclusive volunteer base.
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Work daily with Field Operations Managers to provide hands-on guidance, motivation, problem-solving and support for regional leads and volunteer teams.
➣ Training, Safeguarding & Compliance
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Develop, maintain, and implement comprehensive training programmes for volunteers to ensure service quality, safety, and dignity for people seeking asylum.
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Ensure that safeguarding policies are understood by all team members, staff and volunteers alike, and rigorously implemented, acting as a point of escalation for issues that arise.
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Oversee incident reporting processes, risk assessments, and other compliance-related procedures to safeguard both volunteers and people seeking asylum.
➣ Organisational Development & Governance
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Contribute to strategic planning and policy development with the CEO, and SLT.
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Identify opportunities for innovation in service delivery, volunteer management, and infrastructure.
➣ Field Engagement & External Representation
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Conduct regular visits to UK and French operational sites, meeting with local teams, assessing needs, and providing in-person leadership and support.
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Represent Care4Calais in meetings with partner organisations and local authorities, and at public events.
Person Specification
Essential
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Demonstrable experience managing multi-site teams.
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Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to delegate effectively and manage competing priorities.
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Deep understanding of issues affecting asylum seekers, displaced people, or those facing immigration challenges.
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Commitment to anti-racism, inclusivity, and the promotion of human rights.
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Ability and willingness to travel frequently to field operations across the UK and Calais.
Desirable
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Proven experience in a senior operational, COO, or equivalent leadership role within the charity, humanitarian or grassroots community sector.
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Experience working with refugee communities or within the UK asylum system.
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Understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and humanitarian best practices.
Equality & Safeguarding
Care4Calais is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people from refugee and migrant backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled candidates, and those with lived experience of immigration system.
All appointments are subject to enhanced safeguarding checks.
Lived Experience Inclusion
We are an anti-racist organisation and a proud member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network (EBE), which aims to create a charitable sector led by individuals with lived experience of the asylum system.
As part of our membership, we are dedicated to creating inclusive employment practices that recognise and accommodate the unique circumstances and strengths of people with lived experience. We actively move away from a one-size-fits-all approach, ensuring our recruitment processes are fair, supportive, and accessible.
We warmly encourage applicants with lived experience to make use of the guidance and resources available on the EBE website (ebeemployment).
In addition, applicants with lived experience are welcome to connect with the EBE support team for tailored assistance with completing the application form and, where available, one-to-one interview preparation.
Importantly, we recognise the significant cultural, linguistic, and experiential insights that individuals with lived experience of the UK asylum system bring to this role. As such, all applicants from this background who meet the essential criteria will be automatically shortlisted and invited to interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About NZF
National Zakat Foundation (NZF) gives Muslims around the UK a way to bring their Zakat to life.
It is the only organisation with a nationwide reach that helps Muslims calculate and give Zakat or apply for Zakat.
This is an exciting time to join NZF. With over ten years’ experience in collecting and distributing Zakat in the UK, NZF seeks to help as many people in need as possible with an experience that makes them feel valued members of the Muslim community.
How this post supports NZF’s vision and mission
The post-holder will be responsible for offering support to the Director of Finance and Governance to ensure effective outputs within a high-performance environment, adhering to the highest standards of corporate governance.
The main responsibilities of this role include tracking, collating, and recording essential performance information; providing administrative support for the Board meetings, sub-committees, working groups, senior leadership meetings and team meetings; maintaining governance procedures and ensuring their adherence; and managing and maintaining risk registers.
To succeed in this role, you will have a passion for the non-profit sector. You will be highly organised and diligent, showing great attention to detail. You will be proactive and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have excellent people management skills with the ability to build effective, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ranging from senior managers, directors and external stakeholders. You will be highly motivated, versatile, empathetic, and have a good eye for detail. You will ensure that policies and processes are being implemented effectively across the organisation.
Typical Accountabilities of position:
Board and Senior Leadership meetings:
· Maintain a forward-looking calendar of Board, Board Committees and Senior Leadership Team meetings and agenda items and set up the meetings.
· Support line manager to prepare agendas, co-ordinate timely pre-read papers, write minutes, and track agreed actions.
· Maintain consistent Terms of Reference across all Board Committees.
· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board with recruitment, induction, performance management and succession planning for the Board and Board committees.
· Manage and maintain Trustee documentation to ensure that information is transparent, up to date and readily accessible.
· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board Chair with a periodic review of the Board, its value and behaviours, practice and operations.
Compliance:
· Ensure compliance with requirements and guidelines of Charity Commission, Companies House and other regulatory bodies.
· Coordinate the narrative, design and approval of the Annual Report and Accounts.
· Ensure appropriate governance information reflected in external communications.
· Ensure full and accurate reporting provided to grant funders.
Governance and risk management
· Support governance within the functions, and ensuring appropriate guidance and advice provided from those functions to the wider team.
· Manage and maintain risk registers across the departments.
Approach
· Comply with relevant legislation and regulation ensuring that good practice is observed.
· Understand and support the vision, mission and aims of NZF.
· Adhere to and champion NZF’s policy and practices on safeguarding.
· Ensure the approach is coordinated with key stakeholders across the organisation.
· Undertake any other duties requested by the line manager commensurate with the role.
Relationships and Stakeholders
· Executive Team, Trustees, Advisors and other staff across the organisation
· External consultants, freelancers, and partners
Why work with NZF?
- Flexible working
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay
- Ethical pension
- Health cash plan (Medicash)
- Days off for religious holidays
+ How to apply
Please send a cover letter with a CV.
The cover letter must show why you are a suitable candidate, demonstrating any relevant knowledge and skils, experience and behaviours that match the requirements for the post. The cover letter should not exceed 2 sides of A4.
Applications close – Friday 27 June 2025.
Interviews expected – Week Beginning 30 June 2025.
For more information about the role or how to apply, you can click on the job pack Governance Officer Job on the website ( NZF) under vacancies.
Note: an application for a DBS certificate wil be submitted in the event of the individual being offered the position. A copy of the Charity’s ‘Hiring policy -ex offenders’ is available on request.
Executive Assistant to CEO
Location: Due to the nature of this role, it is based full time at our Headquarters in Lincoln - HEMS Way, Lincoln, LN4 2GW
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £26,000 - £34,000 per annum, negotiable based on experience
Type: Permanent
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
About Us
The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) provides lifesaving critical care to the communities of Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire, funded by public donations. If somebody is involved in a serious incident or suddenly taken ill, speed and time are of the essence. Giving a patient the best chance of survival, our Air Ambulance crew effectively take the A&E department to the scene of the emergency.
Recently rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission across all five areas that were inspected – Safe, Caring, Effective, Responsive and Well led, we are a friendly, inclusive, and dynamic team focused on ensuring we deliver the best possible service. The tie that binds us here at LNAA is our set of values – Teamwork. Respect. Innovation. Compassion (TRIC). We display these attributes in the way we interact with the people we meet, from former patients and volunteers to our supporters and colleagues.
About the Role
This is a pivotal role at the heart of the Charity, offering a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO of a dynamic and life-saving Charity. As Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will provide comprehensive, high-quality executive support that enables the CEO to focus on strategic priorities, external engagement, and organisational leadership. You’ll be a trusted advisor and gatekeeper, anticipating needs, streamlining communications, and ensuring the CEO’s time is used effectively.
In addition, you will act as the Company Secretary, supporting the Charity’s governance framework, maintaining statutory compliance, and ensuring effective administration of the Board of Trustees and its subcommittees. There will also be the opportunity for Project Management.
Success in this role will require someone who is highly organised, discreet, and proactive, with high levels of integrity and resilience. You’ll need to be comfortable working at pace, able to manage competing priorities, and confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders including Trustees, crew, funders, MPs and members of the public. This is more than just an administrative role – it’s a trusted strategic support position for someone who is passionate about making a difference and who thrives in a values-driven, purpose-led environment.
Our Benefits
- Annual Leave of 25 days, which increases by 1 additional day per completed year of service up to a maximum of 30 days. in addition to bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
- Additional days leave for your birthday.
- Pension scheme includes 6% employer contributions, with 4% employee contribution.
- Access to a Health & Wellbeing Care Plan*
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme*
- Life insurance at 3 times your annual salary*
*On completion of probationary period.
Closing date: Monday 21st July 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 30th July 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure all applicants are treated fairly and equitably regardless of gender, race, colour, ethnicity, age, disabilities, social economic background, religious or political beliefs, marital status, maternity or paternity, or sexual orientation.
Please note that we are currently unable to sponsor applicants for work visas in the UK. Therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. Applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship will not be considered.
No agencies please.
London (Office-Based) 6-Month Contract - Public Sector / Not-for-Profit
Are you an experienced administrator with a flair for project coordination? We're recruiting on behalf of a respected not-for-profit organisation for a Business Project Officer to support the delivery of key internal projects and provide high-level administrative support to senior stakeholders.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and is confident working with data, documentation, and internal processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to project leads and senior managers
- Maintain and monitor project documentation, schedules, budgets, and action logs
- Organise and minute internal meetings, ensuring timely follow-up on decisions and actions
- Track project progress and support reporting on key milestones and deliverables
- Assist in identifying and mitigating project risks and issues
- Summarise and analyse project data, producing clear reports and recommendations
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth project delivery
- Support the implementation of change initiatives and process improvements
What We're Looking For
- Strong administrative background with experience supporting multiple projects
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Able to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion
Desirable
- Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
- Exposure to project management tools or methodologies
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience
This role offers the chance to work in a values-led organisation where your administrative and coordination skills will directly support meaningful work. If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference while developing your project support experience, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply or send your CV
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We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.
As the UK’s leading university access organisation,
our staff team is helping 56,000 young people each year at its 44 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.
We are looking for a high-calibre candidate to take on the role of Regional Operations Manager for our centres in South London (Walworth, Kennington and Brixton) along with our centres in Southampton and Brighton.
As a Regional Operations Manager you will line manage the Centre Leaders in your region to ensure that centres are working effectively, that the high quality of programme delivery to young people is maintained across the cluster, and that targets are monitored and met.
And of course, you will need to have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with young people and helping them achieve their ambitions.
The role at a glance
Conract:
This is a permanent role. This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) - responsibilities will be adjusted proportionally for part-time candidates.
Start date:
September 2025 (or as otherwise agreed)
Working hours:
Mon and Thurs: 09:30-18:00
Tues, Weds, Fri: 09:00-17:30
We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing a developmental culture for all. Our team works in-person 4 days per week (or 3 days for a 0.8 FTE staff member) with 1 day working from home.
Location
The role would be based at one of our centres in the South London and South Coast cluster:
South London: Walworth, Kennington, Brixton
South coast: Southampton, Brighton
Regular travel to all centres in the region will be required.
Application deadline: 9am Monday 4th August 2025
IntoUniversity provides local learning centres where young people are inspired to achieve.





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Canine Partners’ mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Our amazing dogs bring a greater independence and quality of life to their partners, offering security, companionship, and practical help with everyday household tasks.
We are looking for a passionate and innovative individual to join our dedicated Fundraising Team as an Individual Giving Officer. This is an exciting opportunity at a prominent assistance dog charity for someone who has already worked in an individual giving role and is ready to take on more responsibility or an enthusiastic individual with strong transferable skills.
Position: Individual Giving Officer
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (compressed or part-time hours considered - minimum of 30 hours per week).
Location: On-site at our purpose-built training centre in the rural countryside of Osgathorpe, Leicestershire. Please note due to our rural location, it is essential that you to have the ability to travel reliably to the training centre.
Direct Reports: Individual Giving Administrator
You will be part of the ambitious team raising vital income to enable us to continue our work training assistance dogs for disabled people and be responsible for securing donations from individuals via appeals and our puppy sponsorship scheme; My Amazing Puppy (MAP). A proactive approach is key to ensure that we are maximising all opportunities to increase income and to ensure that our data remains compliant and accurate. You will focus on marketing our individual giving campaigns digitally and physically, stewarding existing relationships and creating new ones, ensuring exceptional donor journeys throughout. You will have the opportunity to lead the creative development of propositions for direct marketing appeals collaborating with wider fundraising colleagues and the communications team, delivering compelling appeals and campaigns to generate income, to work with our beneficiaries and hear about their stories.
About you:
• Demonstrable experience in appeal or project management to strict deadlines.
• Excellent written communication with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences.
• A successful track record of securing and maintaining income from individuals.
• Proven experience of effectively managing relationships with volunteers, supporters, and/or external stakeholders/audiences.
• Demonstrable experience of managing campaigns and appeals on all digital platforms.
• The ability to write reports and evaluations using data.
• Line management experience (desirable).
Experience working within individual giving fundraising and appeal management may be advantageous, but not essential. Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
Interested?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
Please note we may interview candidates prior to the closing date. If we find a suitable candidate or receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advertisement prior to the closing date so apply now to ensure you don't miss out! Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
Closing date: 4th August 2025
First interviews are scheduled to take place online (via MS Teams) in the week commencing 4th August 2025.
Second interviews are scheduled to place in person at our National Training Centre, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire in the week commencing 11th August 2025.
*Subject to changes.
We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
You may also have experience in the following roles: Fundraising Officer, Individual Giving Coordinator, Appeals Manager, Donor Development Officer, Community Fundraising Officer, Direct Marketing Executive, Fundraising Executive, Campaign Manager, Donor Relations Officer, Development Officer, etc.
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We will change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing.





ReachOut is a national youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance.
Our Youth Development Leads are the heart of our programme delivery and facilitate high quality & impactful sessions for our young people. Reporting to the Programmes & Impact Manager, you’ll work with autonomy to manage your school partners, develop your team of volunteer mentors and collaborate across our ambitious delivery team with a focus on evidence based continuous improvement.
It’s an exciting time to join ReachOut as we launch our new strategy! This role brings together the best of our previous Project Officer & Project Leader roles shifting responsibility for delivery into our full-time staff team. This is an investment in building the quality and impact of our programmes and we’re hiring for multiple positions to complete our team of Youth Development Leads.
We’re looking to fill four positions in total – two full time roles in London and as well as one part time role in London and one part time role in Manchester.
Contract: Permanent – (probationary period of 6 months)
Location: London or Manchester. Hybrid working with project delivery in and around region
Salary: £25,000 – £27,500 pro rata
Hours and Annual Leave:
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2 positions in London
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37.5 hours a week with a mixed working pattern: School term time: approximately 3 days 9:00-17:30 and 2 days 11:00-19:30, and School holidays: 9:00-17:30
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29 days per year annual leave - maximum of 5 days to be taken in school term time
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Part-time (0.8)
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2 positions available: 1 position in London and 1 position in Manchester (potential for Manchester position to be full time)
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30 hours a week Tuesday - Friday with a mixed working pattern: School term time: approximately 2 days 9:00-17:30 and 2 days 11:00-19:30, and School holidays: 9:00-17:30
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23 days per year annual leave - maximum of 4 days to be taken in school term time
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Application deadline:
- London Applicants: 9am Thursday 10th July
- Manchester Applicants: 9am Thursday 17th July
For the full job description, person specification and background information, please download our information pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join a team which leverages media, legal and data-driven expertise to strengthen independent journalism, enable access to the law and promote responsible business. The Thomson Reuters Foundation is the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we aim to foster free, fair and informed societies by harnessing the power of the media, the law and data intelligence. We do this by informing, empowering and equipping key actors working in our areas of focus so that their decisions can have a positive impact on people, society and the environment. Our unique combination of media and legal expertise enables us to deliver targeted capacity-building programmes, research, news, legal support and convenings that support our mission. Together, we can shape a prosperous planet where no one is left behind.
TrustLaw
TrustLaw is the global pro bono service of the Thomson Reuters Foundation. As the world’s leading pro bono legal service, TrustLaw helps high-impact civil society organisations, social enterprises, and independent media to grow, streamline their operations and navigate complex laws and regulations by connecting them with free legal assistance from the best law firms and corporate legal teams around the world. We also deliver groundbreaking legal research on key social and policy issues that our members use to support their advocacy and law reform efforts, and deliver innovative capacity-building workshops.
The Foundation is recruiting a dynamic Senior Legal Officer to help expand, strengthen and innovate our TrustLaw programme in the Europe, Middle East and North Africa (EMENA) region. Reporting to the Senior Legal Programme Manager, EMENA, and working closely with the regional Programme Manager and Officer, the Senior Legal Officer will manage legal pro bono projects from TrustLaw’s community of civil society organisations, social enterprises and independent media organisations, and support the team on thought leadership initiatives.
About the Role
As a Senior Legal Officer at Thomson Reuters, you will:
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Scoping legal pro bono requests from our community of civil society organisations, social enterprises and independent media organisations so that the requests clearly explain the legal needs for lawyers to advise on.
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Managing pro bono requests, including connecting the pro bono client with lawyers, collecting feedback and following up with the parties involved.
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Designing, scoping and overseeing cross-border legal research projects, tools, resources and other content that address the most critical social and advocacy needs facing our members.
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Proactive supporting of TrustLaw’s regional portfolio of law firms, corporations and other key stakeholders in EMENA to ensure TrustLaw regional quality and growth metrics are met.
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Actively pursuing and cultivating relationships with law firms to secure their commitment to pro bono projects, employing persuasive communication strategies to highlight the impactful role they play in advancing social and environmental objectives through TrustLaw initiatives.
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Administering the service, for example through inputting into databases, planners, and trackers, running Salesforce reports, ensuring members have up-to-date contact information, inputting into quarterly reports, responding to requests for information, etc. in a timely manner.
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Contributing to the TrustLaw global annual strategy, and supporting the implementation of a regional strategy to expand and activate TrustLaw membership, ensuring we serve the best NGOs, social enterprises and independent media organisations, as well as the strongest law firms and corporate in-house legal teams.
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Executing a robust communications, engagement and outreach strategy that includes member events and promotion of TrustLaw publications.
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Maintaining a high profile in EMENA by attending, supporting and coordinating events for TrustLaw and the Thomson Reuters Foundation, including by speaking publicly on our work at panels, roundtables, panel discussions, workshops, trainings, conferences or other speaking engagements.
About You
You are a fit for the role of Senior Legal Officer if your background includes:
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Legal experience (preferably with at least 1 year post qualification experience) working either in a law firm, in-house legal team or non-profit organisation.
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A good understanding of the legal and NGO sectors in EMENA (and, in particular, the UK), and an understanding of the challenges and opportunities that pro bono opportunities bring to law firms and legal teams;
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Experience of project management or co-ordination is highly favourable.
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Excellent time management and organisational skills including the ability to effectively and independently manage multiple matters and projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent research, drafting and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to establish and maintain positive working relationships internally and externally with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
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Being ambitious, dynamic, and creative.
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Experience in Salesforce would be favourable, experience working with databases essential.
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Experience organising events or trainings would be favourable.
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Fluency in English, other languages favourable (e.g. French, Spanish, German, Arabic).
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Willingness to travel internationally.
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Pre-existing right to work in the UK.
This is a full-time role based in London, with a minimum of two days in our office in Canary Wharf. The salary is relative to the local charitable sector and will be commensurate with experience.
How to Apply
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The deadline for applications is 11July 2025. However, applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the post is filled.
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To apply for this position, send your CV and cover letter in English, describing how you meet the specifications for this role, what you bring to it, and your availability to start. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
What’s in it For You?
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair, and informed.
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Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class. We combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change.
Job Title: Team Lead - Member and Supporter Experience
Team: Member and Supporter Experience
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and London)
Interview Date: 5 August
*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £32,395 to £48,593. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of £40,494 depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.
It’s an exciting time to join the Ramblers as we have recently refreshed our strategy to support the delivery of our long-term ambitions.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, enabling the charity to grow its supporter base and open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Context and purpose of role
At the heart of the Ramblers lies our community of over 100,000 members and supporters, enabling us to fulfil our charitable mission across the length and breadth of Great Britain.
This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of excellent supporter service, coaching and empowering the Member and Supporter Experience Officers to meet the needs of our supporters. You will play a key role in fostering a positive experience for supporters, managing relationships with third-party suppliers, and driving continuous improvements across processes and systems. As a key point of contact for internal teams, you will traffic-control workloads, ensure smooth project delivery, and act as a champion for supporters across the organisation.
We are looking for someone with experience in working in high in-bound volume (calls/emails) supporter or customer service environments. The candidate must have experience in handling multiple enquiries across different channels and ideally in coaching, mentoring or supervising others.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership and Coaching
- Manage the Member and Supporter Experience Officers, providing the skills and knowledge to deliver excellent supporter service through tailored training and coaching.
- Lead regular check-ins and team huddles to review progress, share updates, and address any challenges or blockers.
- Support the monitoring of quality and productivity using satisfaction ratings, and performance measures. Take remedying actions, such as further training or support.
- Co-ordinate key business project delivery within the team, liaising with other teams, coaching the team, and supporting delivery.
Supplier and Project Management
- Manage relationships with key suppliers, including our payment processor, and fulfilment centre. Be responsible for briefing them on new projects and setting up procedures.
- Monitor supplier SLAs and performance measures, ensuring consistently high standards. Manage projects with third-party suppliers to time and budget.
- Proactively identify new solutions or efficiencies to improve working practices.
Operational Oversight
- Act as the first point of contact for incoming requests from other teams and campaign briefings, managing the team’s workload and rota.
- Oversee the scheduling and management of team rotas, ensuring adequate coverage for incoming enquiries, including peak periods and project delivery deadlines.
- Lead the induction and onboarding of new team members, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and tools to excel in their roles.
- Provide KPIs on request from the Head of Member and Supporter Experience. Deliver KPI, SLA and insight reporting that drives better decision-making.
High standard supporter care
- Support the team daily in answering incoming enquiries as part of the role.
- Develop and maintain a framework for monitoring the quality of supporter interactions across all touch points and teams through call monitoring, complaints and compliments reporting, surveys, mystery shopping, satisfaction feedback and other performance measures. Where needed, work with relevant managers in other teams to develop solutions.
- Regularly review the quality of interactions handled by team members (e.g., through spot-checking emails, calls, and case resolutions), offering constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Cross-Team Collaboration and Advocacy
- Work closely with teams across the organisation to build and maintain knowledge bases that can be used by all teams to respond to queries and concerns, and to support teams in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Act as an ambassador for members and supporters across the organisation, sharing insights with colleagues.
- Maintain strong relationships across the Ramblers, including Ramblers Cymru and Scotland, ensuring the team delivers a high standard of service aligned with organisational priorities.
- Attend project planning meetings to ensure high-quality supporter care and brief the team on new projects.
- Play an active role in key business projects championing the supporter voice.
Continuous Improvement
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to improving processes, reducing response times and enhancing supporter satisfaction.
- Recommend process improvements for key systems, such as the inbound enquiry system and CRM, in consultation with stakeholders.
Volunteer and Digital Engagement
- Manage office volunteers, ensuring they feel valued and supported to carry out their tasks effectively.
- Input into the development of new digital products (e.g., website and mobile) to enhance membership value and support volunteer-led recruitment and retention efforts.
Other
- Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post.
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
• Experience in working in a high in-bound volume (emails/call) customer or supporter experience environment
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance, constructive feedback, and coaching to team members.
• A high standard of organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise and manage own workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to write to a high standard.
• Strong numerical skills and the ability to use and interpret data.
• Ability to adapt style, tone and content to a relevant audience.
• Experience delivering excellent supporter or customer care
• A team player, able to develop collaborative, strong and effective working relationships.
• Innovative and solutions-focussed with the ability to build knowledge and learn new skills.
• Experience in working with CRMs (e.g. Salesforce), customer care ticket systems (e.g. Zendesk or Service-cloud) and telephone management systems (e.g. CloudCall).
Desirable:
• Interest in walking and/or being an advocate for the outdoors and natural environment.
• Experience in managing knowledge, learning and/or training in a supporter or customer facing environment
• Experience working within or alongside fundraising or membership teams.
• Experience in providing insight and reporting in a supporter or customer facing environment.
• Experience in working with volunteers, with an understanding of volunteer motivations and needs
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and legal requirements that impact charities.
• Experience working with third party suppliers.
Personal Attributes
- A team player, develop collaborative, strong and effective working relationships.
- Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to help members and supporters.
- Positive and professional attitude.
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
- Committed to the principles of inclusion and enabling everyone to feel welcome in the outdoors.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive
We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring
We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering
We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible
We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
About The Job
At the Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE), we’re on a mission to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes. From community energy projects to national policy work, we support people and organisations across the UK to take practical action and shape a fairer, zero-carbon future.
We’re looking for a Senior IT Manager to help us deliver secure, sustainable and people-focused IT systems, and support more than 140 colleagues to do their best work. If you’re someone who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and helping others feel confident with tech, this is a role where your skills can make a real impact.
The role
As Senior IT Manager, you will lead on all things IT across CSE and our subsidiary, Retrofit West CIC. From supporting staff day-to-day to managing our infrastructure and external support partner, you will ensure our systems are secure, fit for purpose, and evolving with our needs.
You will sit within the Finance & Operations team and be part of CSE’s Senior Management Team (SMT), working closely with our Director of Finance & Operations. While you won’t directly manage staff, you will collaborate with the Operations Officers and support colleagues across every part of the organisation.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Managing our internal IT systems, tools and infrastructure.
· Being the main contact for our external IT support provider.
· Supporting colleagues with advice, onboarding, and day-to-day tech issues.
· Acting as CSE’s effective Data Protection Officer (training provided).
· Maintaining cyber security and overseeing our Cyber Essentials compliance.
· Supporting our bespoke in-house databases and CRM systems.
· Advising on IT procurement and platform decisions.
· Contributing to business continuity planning and risk management.
· Promoting sustainability and best practice across IT operations.
· This is a practical, hands-on role where you’ll help us run smoothly, safely, and sustainably - while also contributing to longer-term planning and improvements.
Who you are
You are calm under pressure, process-minded, and focused on making things work better. You enjoy working across teams, finding simple solutions to complex problems, and supporting others to use technology with confidence.
You will bring:
· Experience managing IT systems, infrastructure and external providers.
· Working knowledge of GDPR and cyber security best practice.
· Familiarity with platforms such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and cloud services.
· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage risk and prioritise effectively.
· A people-focused approach- patient, clear and collaborative.
What success looks like in this role
This role is central to keeping our systems secure, stable and supportive of colleagues across CSE. We are looking for someone who can confidently take ownership, work independently, and continuously improve how we deliver IT.
In the first 6–12 months, success might include:
· A clear, well-documented overview of CSE’s IT systems and infrastructure.
· Smooth and reliable day-to-day IT support across the organisation, with positive feedback from staff.
· Effective working relationship with our external IT provider, with clear processes and expectations in place.
· Cyber Essentials accreditation maintained and compliance confidently overseen.
· Risks, dependencies and continuity plans identified and managed.
· Practical support provided to colleagues across departments, especially around internal databases and platforms.
· Recommendations in place for any long-term system or hardware improvements.
We are looking for someone who can build on strong foundations, while helping us work smarter and stay secure as we grow.
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.
Our team of over 140 staff brings together a wide range of expertise, from energy advice and community engagement to software development, data science and policy advocacy. We collaborate across teams and disciplines to deliver practical change, and we’re proud of our independence, integrity and commitment to social justice.
We’re always looking for people who care deeply about social and environmental justice and who enjoy working collaboratively to make practical change happen.
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: £47,508 – £55,953 (Salary Grade I)*
· Pension: Ethical company pension scheme - 8% employer / 6% employee contributions
· Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Flexibility: TOIL (time off in lieu) for out-of-hours work, and flexibility to support work–life balance (role dependent)
· A commitment to supporting your career progression and continued development
· A range of staff-led groups, including our Employee Voice and EDI working group
Wellbeing:
o Health Cash Plan
o Life Assurance
o Enhanced sick pay
o Access to retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover
o Employee support programme
o Staff activities like yoga at lunch and a book club
Financial support & lifestyle benefits:
o Tech Scheme
o Cycle to Work Scheme (promoting sustainable commuting)
A values-led workplace:
o Friendly, collaborative team culture
o Purpose-driven work that supports people and the planet
o We are a Living Wage Employer and a Disability Confident Employer
* The salary for the post will be on Scale I (£47,508– £55,953). Starting salary is expected to be at the lower end of the range with precise level depending on skills, relevant experience, and qualifications. A suitably qualified and experienced applicant should expect to find themselves closer to the middle of the range following successful completion of their 6-month probationary period. Subsequent movement is dependent on annual appraised performance against the defined job description for the post.
Our office is based in central Bristol, close to public transport links.
Our culture and values
At CSE, our values shape how we work together and with others. We look for these qualities in all our staff and expect them to guide day-to-day work and relationships. These include:
Commitment to CSE: Reflecting our charitable purpose, vision and strategic objectives in your work, and contributing to a culture where everyone feels welcomed, valued and able to belong.
Collaboration: Sharing knowledge and experience generously, valuing others’ contributions, and communicating with openness and respect.
Conscientiousness: Taking responsibility for your work, delivering to the best of your ability, and working to improve while caring for CSE’s resources and reputation.
Initiative: Looking for ways to improve outcomes, solve problems and try new approaches, while responding flexibly to change and supporting others to do the same.
Application procedure
To apply, please complete CSE’s application form, available at our website. We will also consider CVs (maximum 3 pages) accompanied by a supporting letter, if preferred. However, all applications should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the person specification outlined in the job description. CSE anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Application deadline: 9am, Monday 28th July 2025
If you do not hear from us by the 6th of August 2025, please assume your application has not been successful.
Interviews:
Initial online interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025.
Candidates invited to a second round will be interviewed in person at our Bristol offices during the week commencing Monday 11th August 2025.
Applications should be sent:
By email to our jobs @ cse .org .uk email
By post to: Reception, Centre for Sustainable Energy, St James Court, St James Parade, Bristol BS1 3LH
If you require any reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting spaces), please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.
CSE is committed to being an inclusive, diverse and non-judgmental workplace. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or identity. We particularly encourage applications from people whose experiences or communities are underrepresented in our organisation or the wider workforce - including people from racially or ethnically minoritised backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
We know that people sometimes hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If this role excites you but you’re not sure you meet every single point in the person specification, we’d still love to hear from you.
Please note that at this time we do not require assistance from recruitment agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About our client
Our client is one of the UK's largest independent charitable funders, awarding £100 million annually to support work in health, welfare, education, the arts, and heritage.
The Trust was established to realise the philanthropy of Sir Hans Rausing and to honour the memory of his late wife, Julia Rausing. Julia's legacy reflects a belief in a compassionate society that supports the vulnerable, broadens opportunity, and enriches life through creativity and cultural engagement. The Trust's approach to giving is strategic, responsive, and rooted in enduring personal values.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Grants Officer to support the delivery of our grant-making programme in Gloucestershire. Working from a shared office space in Stroud, you will collaborate closely with our Gloucestershire-based Trustee and the wider London-based team.
This is a varied and rewarding role focused on grant proposal assessment and due diligence -including the review of organisational and project finances, evaluation of community need, and analysis of grant outputs and long-term impact. You'll be instrumental in ensuring our grant-making processes are smooth, transparent, and effective.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Assessment & Due Diligence
- Review and assess grant applications, focusing on financial health, project feasibility, and alignment with the Trust's funding priorities.
- Summarise key findings, including financial and project overviews, to inform internal decision-making.
- Support impact and risk assessment processes by gathering relevant data and documentation.
Grant Administration
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all applications, grant decisions, payments, and reports using the Trust's Salesforce-based grants database.
- Prepare grant documentation, e.g. payment schedules, offer letters, and agreements.
- Monitor reporting requirements and deadlines, following up to ensure timely submission of reports and other deliverables.
Meeting & Review Support
- Assist in scheduling and preparing for grant review meetings, including Trustee and staff assessments.
- Compile application summaries, reports, and briefing documents to support effective decision-making.
Grantee Communication & Support
- Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants and grantees, responding to queries with clarity and professionalism.
- Ensure grantees are informed of reporting requirements, deadlines, and expectations.
- Draft and proofread grant-related correspondence, ensuring tone, content, and formatting meet high standards.
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Support the collection, review, and analysis of grantee reports, with a focus on financial accountability and project impact.
- Help organise and occasionally accompany the Trustee on site visits to funded projects, contributing to follow-up reporting and observations.
Operational & Team Collaboration
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of grant-making systems and administrative processes.
- Assist in compiling internal and external reports, presentations, and impact materials.
- Foster strong collaboration across the team, supporting coordination between Gloucestershire- and London-based colleagues.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience in an administrative, project coordination, or grant-related role.
- Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel).
- Comfortable working with databases and digital tools.
- Ability to manage tasks independently, while being a strong team player.
- Professional, friendly, and reliable, with good interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the Julia Rausing Trust.
Desirable
- Experience in a grant-making organisation or charity setting.
- Familiarity with grant c