Community development jobs in london

Mind in Croydon is seeking to recruit a full time Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA)  to join our small, dedicated team of Independent Mental Health Advocates working to provide advocacy services to adults subjected to detention under the Mental Health Act in the London Borough of Croydon to ensure they understand, express and exercise their rights, and to enable them to access essential services. The advocacy team also provides Community Mental Health Advocacy for people who are informal patients in psychiatric hospital or living in the community and provides weekly advocacy service at two InMind Healthcare Group hospitals in Croydon.

This role is suitable for a fully qualified Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) with a proven ability to support people under the Mental Health Act. We are not considering trainee positions at this time.

In December 2024 the team was awarded the Quality Performance Mark in Advocacy, a testament to their quality of service providing safe and life-changing support.

SALARY: £30,404 per annum
plus pension contributions (above 4% by salary sacrifice.

REPORTS TO: Advocate Service Manager 

TERM: Permanent, subject to funding, full time (36 hours pw)

BASED AT: Bethlem Royal Hospital, Beckenham BR3 3BX. Advocates are also required to meet clients at different sites throughout Croydon and neighbouring boroughs.

This role supports hybrid working. Other flexible arrangements can be discussed however please note that specific flexible working arrangements such as staggered hours may not be feasible due to operational constraints set by the Hospital.

At The Hygiene Bank, our volunteers are the heart and soul of everything we do and achieve as a charity. Without the incredible individuals up and down the country who generously give their time to run our local hygiene bank projects, collecting and distributing essential products through our network of community partners, our charity simply wouldn’t exist.   

The Hygiene Bank aspires to build the best recruited, best trained and best supported community of volunteers in the charity sector. The extraordinary commitment, dedication, enthusiasm and sheer hard work of our nearly 600 volunteers underpins our current operations and our future plans. In particular, our volunteers and projects are central to our aspirations to engage Parliamentarians and other key stakeholders, and to raise awareness of hygiene poverty, in support of our goal to end it for good.  

Thanks to a generous grant, we are now able to recruit a Volunteer Engagement Officer, who will play a pivotal role supporting and empowering this brilliant community. As such, you will play a key part in shaping the future of a national anti-poverty charity working on a key social justice challenge.   

You’ll be an outstanding, purpose-driven, empathic communicator. You’ll have demonstrable, outstanding people skills and experience in convening and consulting with stakeholders and working with volunteers along with strong communication skills. If that sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you.  

About The Hygiene Bank  

Hygiene poverty is not being able to afford many of the everyday hygiene and personal grooming products most of us take for granted. The reality of low income is that it restricts people’s options, leaving us caught between being able to heat our homes, pay the rent, eat, or be clean.  It is washing hair, bodies, faces and clothes in the same cheap washing-up liquid used for the dishes. It is not being able to replace a toothbrush when needed or sharing a toothbrush because one each just isn't an option. It is having to choose between shaving foam and razors or the transport fare to a job interview.  

Hygiene Poverty is the hidden crisis facing the UK. In 2024, The Hygiene Bank published a research report into the incidence and impact of hygiene poverty. It found that over 4.2m adults in the UK are affected by hygiene poverty, that is an additional 1.1m people into hygiene poverty since 2022 - the equivalent of the population of Birmingham.   

Hygiene poverty is not only on the rise, it’ is also undermining the nation’s health: 50% of those affected by hygiene poverty say that it is causing them anxiety or depression. 92% of people affected report that it limits their social interactions with friends and family. 54% of those affected have not gone to the dentist in the last 12 months. But most importantly, it’s putting people in impossible situations. A staggering 69% of adults experiencing hygiene poverty are having to make the difficult decision between paying for essential needs like food and bills or purchasing basic toiletries. 65% of parents affected by hygiene poverty have had to choose between buying hygiene products for themselves or their children.  

At The Hygiene Bank, we believe that everyone deserves to feel clean. That is why our network of projects exists – to give people access to the basics they need.  

About the role  

Reporting into the Operations Manager, this role will be part of the Operations Team and will work closely with the Partnership Managers who support our projects and volunteers on a day-to-day basis. You will provide exceptional service to the volunteer journey and experience, including recruitment, training and engagement.  

Responsibilities (with estimate % of time in role) 

• Recruitment 20%: (Year 1 priority) Design and implement compelling volunteer recruitment campaigns at a national level and for specific areas of the UK - in line with the organisational strategy. 

• Virtual Volunteering 5%: Develop our offer for volunteers to bring their skills, experience and time to the charity outside our local community and project structures, for example coordinating volunteers who can support local projects with social media, or with fundraising. 

• Onboarding 10%: Design and run the volunteer onboarding process, ensuring that all of our volunteers have the tools they need to be successful  

• Governance 10%: (Year 1 priority) Administrate and coordinate the Volunteer Council, a new Committee designed to centre volunteer voice in the charity’s governance  

• Consultation 10%: Further develop the charity’s volunteer survey and create ongoing opportunities for genuine feedback and consultation from our volunteer community to amplify their lived experience 

• Training 20%: (Year 1 priority) Identify areas for training, source and develop these, providing exciting and effective opportunities for our volunteers to develop their skills, practice and impact   

• Resources 10%: (Year 1 priority) Working with the Partnership Managers and other colleagues in the central team, design and develop video and written resources to support the projects in their day-to-day work. The postholder will also hold responsibility for the Volunteer Members’ Area, ensuring content is up to date, relevant and useful 

• Communications 10%:  Working closely with our communications team, collate compelling, informative and engaging content and write the monthly volunteers’ newsletter, ensuring volunteers’ achievements are celebrated, that they understand and are involved in the charity’s development. You will also be responsible for developing new and effective communication channels.  

• Data 5%: through collecting and sharing data on our volunteers and their  experience with the charity, you will report on progress and suggest ways to continuously improve our offer. You will also ensure that data is captured appropriately on our systems.  

Person Specification  

With a demonstrable alignment with The Hygiene Bank’s values, you will have:  

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders and create content for different audiences  

• A can-do, problem solving attitude, and strong ability to use your initiative to find resolutions and solutions  

• High level of collaborative skills, as well as being a self-starter who enjoys taking responsibility for areas of work and is able to work without close supervision  

• A creative mindset and high levels of emotional intelligence, with a particular ability to identify and understand volunteers’ perspectives and views  

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail  

• A skilled listener, who enjoys advocating for a cause and communicating persuasively the reasons behind decisions, to increase stakeholder engagement and inspire and motivate people  

• A strong relationship-builder and team player    

• The ability to work under pressure and on multiple projects at the same time.  

• The ability to represent the charity and its mission in a clear, emotive and factual way. 

This job description and person specification represents an outline of the major components of the job and is not intended to be exhaustive.  

The role does not include any line management responsibilities. 

The role is remote based, but with bi-monthly full organisation team days in London. In addition, we have approximately 4 Operations Team meetings in London or other central UK location. The role will also require regular visits to our community projects and partners so the post holder to understand, support and champion the volunteer experience. 

Experience  

You will have a minimum of two years’ experience in the following:  

• Experience of supporting the volunteer journey, delivering work on the planning, recruitment, induction and engagement of volunteers across a dispersed geography. 

• Volunteer engagement, with a particular emphasis on consulting and convening diverse groups of people in the service of progressing a cause or project  

• Producing high quality written tools and resources, and/or training materials for volunteers based across the UK

• Experience of designing and delivering recognition activities over Volunteers’ Week and other milestones in the volunteer journey 

• Experience of, or willingness to learn a range of communications tools, e.g, Canva, Mailchimp, Wordpress, Google Adwords, etc. 

• Experience or willingness to learn our current CRM system, Salesforce 

Please note that applicants need to be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. 

The Hygiene Bank is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff and volunteers.  We actively welcome applications that will help increase the diversity of our workforce, welcoming applications from those with disabilities and from minority groups and from different backgrounds and experiences. 

How to apply 
Closing date: Sunday 19th October @23.30pm. Please note that we are a small team and will be reviewing applications as they are received. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

Interview dates: from 27th October - 7th November

Finance Manager 
We are seeking a Finance Manager to join the growing Reaching Higher team and bring our finance function fully in-house. We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented professional who will play a pivotal role in ensuring strong financial systems, accurate reporting, and sound financial planning. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record in financial management and governance, budgeting and forecasting, payroll and pension oversight, and the ability to provide clear strategic insight and analysis to support organisational growth and sustainability.

Purpose of this Role

Our finance functions are currently partially outsourced to an external contractor. Our income has grown significantly over the past five years and our Board have now decided to employ a Finance Manager and bring financial expertise in-house. In this new position as the Finance Manager at Reaching Higher, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and planning, payroll and pension management, and financial governance and compliance. You will support all aspects of Reaching Higher’s work and development through ensuring strong financial systems. 

You will work closely with our team to ensure that all day-to-day finance requirements are met, including accurate grant finance monitoring and reporting to multiple funders. You will also work closely with our senior leaders and board to build the charity’s financial resilience and the financial awareness of our wider team.

You will work closely with the Executive Assistant & Administrator and report to the Executive Director, as well as working closely with the Executive Team, Treasurer and wider Board. 

 

About Reaching Higher 

Reaching Higher is a youth organisation which works with over 2000 young people aged 9-21 each year across Croydon and surrounding boroughs. Developed in partnership with local churches, we are a youth-led charity with a Christian ethos and this role is restricted under basis of faith.We have a particular emphasis on providing mentoring support to young people and supporting their development as leaders. We have established strong links with key local, London and UK-wide organisations and our approach leads us into regular working contact with partner schools, community groups and churches.  

Please see our job specification table below for more information.

Qualification 

-AAT or Accountancy body qualified preferred, with at least 5 years’ experience

Experience

-Experience of maintaining accounting ledgers

-Experience of charity accounting & SORP principles

-Experience of a Finance Manager role 

-Experience of using Microsoft packages with excellent IT skills

-Experience of working in a small team

-Experience preparing monthly / quarterly management accounts

-Experience preparing annual statutory accounts and being involved with audit processes

-Experience managing financial operations, planning, reconciliation, reporting and analysis

-Experience of working with and co-ordinating income and expenditure across multi-project budgets

-Experience running monthly payroll 

-Knowledge of a range accounting software – preferably Xero

-An understanding of our work and the sector Reaching Higher operates in

-An understanding of good financial management and the importance of care and accuracy

-Knowledge of financial governance, including accounting regulations and best practice 

Skills

-Well organised, efficient and accurate

-Able to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive information

-Articulate with good verbal and written communication skills – ability to work with and support non-financial officers and managers

-Ability to propose new and maintain existing controls within the organisation

-Ability to work independently on multiple projects, organise own workload and prioritise

-Ability to take responsibility for the finances of the charity, and work with the senior team to ensure financial stability and/or growth

Personal Qualities 

-Demonstrable commitment to working in ways which promote equality of opportunity

-Commitment to continuous professional development

-Confident in working alone or at home

-Strong work ethic, results-motivated and solutions-focused

-Ability to work on own initiative, be pro-active, consider implications and make decisions.

-Capable of working to tight deadlines

-Ability to take an agile, flexible and responsive approach to management and responsibilities 

-Willing to strive for quality and excellence, setting high goals and committed to continuous improvement

-Commitment to equality and diversity and an understanding of how to promote them in your work

 

About This Job

This is an exciting role in Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK to be the focal point for HR support, organisational planning and recruitment. You will provide HR advice and support the Trustees, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and all line managers in our charities. You’ll ensure that we have appropriate policies, comply with legislation, recruit the right people, manage them well, and provide opportunity for continuous professional development. This in turn leads to a pleasant working environment for all staff.

Essential Skills

· Associate member of the CIPD.

· Evidence of continuing personal and professional development.

· Sound experience in an operational HR role.

· Knowledge of HR legislation.

· Information gathering and analysis skills.

· Discretion and confidentiality.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially policy drafting and report writing.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people through supporting the Army Cadet Force and its activities in the community. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.

We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities, it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK, you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).

· The ability to work both from home and from our London office.

· Personal accident insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).

· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):

o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.

o An additional five days of volunteering leave.

· Support for qualifications and personal development.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Season ticket loan.

· Railcard (if you are eligible)

· A caring and supportive team environment.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description along with a CV by 23:59 hours on Wednesday 29th October 2025.

Interviews will be held in Holderness House, 51-61 Clifton Street, London, EC2A 4DW during the week commencing Monday 10th November 2025.

Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. In addition, we will follow up references.

Are you a policy or campaigns leader who wants to drive real-world change?

Do you want to use your advocacy and communications skills to challenge injustice and amplify excluded voices?

At HCT, we know healthcare should work for everyone – but too often, it doesn’t. We’ve proven what’s possible: our work on hepatitis C has transformed services nationally, and we’re expanding into cancer prevention, harm reduction, needle exchange, and many other areas. We’re also at the forefront of the fight for justice for those affected by the Infected Blood scandal.

We’re looking for someone who can bring creativity, confidence, and passion to help us shift policy and public attitudes, amplify the voices of marginalised communities, and hold government to account. This is a pivotal moment for us organisationally as we seek to drive major change for the communities we work with, from drug policy to criminal justice to infected blood. The successful candidate will have excellent partnership-building skills across Government, VCS, NHS and Whitehall; have a strong focus on social justice; and have a real belief in the power of working closely with communities.

As Head of Policy & Advocacy, you will:

• Lead bold campaigns that influence government, shift public debate, and secure justice for excluded communities, including those affected by the Infected Blood scandal.
• Champion health equity: keeping hepatitis C elimination, harm reduction, and wider inclusion health issues firmly on the national agenda.
• Amplify lived experience by ensuring our campaigns, media work, and policy influencing are shaped by and centred on the voices of our teams and communities.
• Build power through partnerships: working with partner charities, health leaders, and campaigners to push for systemic change.
• Shape and oversee communications: from press engagement to social media — making sure our messages cut through and inspire action.
• Guide and support colleagues: line managing our Senior Policy & Campaigns Officer and playing an active role in our senior management team.

You’ll be someone who:

• Has experience influencing policy and shifting narratives – whether through campaigns, communications, advocacy, or all three.
• Knows how to build coalitions and partnerships, and can navigate Westminster, Whitehall, and beyond.
• Can work strategically and independently, spotting opportunities and acting on them.
• Is motivated by justice, equality, and creating a fairer future.
• Brings excellent communication skills – from crafting persuasive messages to building great relationships.
• Understands the value of evidence, but also the power of storytelling and lived experience in driving change.

This role offers real autonomy: you’ll have the space to shape our influencing and communications work, backed by a committed team and a growing organisation ready to amplify your impact.

About The Hepatitis C Trust

The Hepatitis C Trust (HCT) work with people who face severe health inequalities, including people who have hepatitis C and other health needs. With almost 500 staff and volunteers, we are the biggest lived experience organisation working in Inclusion Health in the UK. Our teams work in every community NHS area and in every prison in England, conducting outreach and providing a link between NHS services and the people they struggle to engage. We also work in parts of Scotland and Wales.

We are a leading part of the UK programmes to eliminate viral hepatitis, and we work with national and international partners to strengthen global elimination. We have a growing voice across Inclusion Health. And we are a core participant within the UK Infected Blood Inquiry, working closely with the communities affected, the Government and the NHS to ensure the Inquiry recommendations are implemented and everyone impacted receives long-overdue justice. 

We offer excellent staff support, generous annual leave and a range of employee benefits. We are a Living Wage and Flexible Working employer, and a signatory to the Race at Work Charter.  

Partnerships and Business Development Lead

Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid working. (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)

Global, including UK. (This role can be based in any office where we have presence)

Salary - Competitive

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 and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Head of Partnerships & Impact Funding, the role of Partnerships and Business Development Lead is responsible for strategic leadership in developing and nurturing institutional funding partnerships (Government, Multi-lateral, Trusts & Foundations, 
Corporates) at the global level, to create and manage compelling pipelines to mobilise income and resources for Christian Aid's programming worldwide. 

The post-holder will champion collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, ensuring Christian Aid’s engagement, profile, and business development with key Government, Multilateral, Foundation, and Corporate Partnerships deliver a step-change in income generation, impact, and influence, and will foster cross-functional collaboration across Partnership and Impact units while empowering others to lead change through co-creation.

Some of the main areas of responsibility for the role of Partnerships and Business Development Lead will include:

• Inspire and motivate a high-performing team of multiple units through donor specialist managers and programme design advisor to deliver strategic impact and income goals and targets.
• Develop long-term global income generation strategies aligned with Christian Aid’s values and goals.
• Actively contribute to the Partnership and Impact Funding (PIF) Division management team, sharing ideas and insights to promote the exchange of ideas and knowledge, deputising for the Head of Partnerships & Impact Funding when required.
• Foster a culture of innovation and bold thinking, empowering collaboration across teams.
• Champion high quality funding partnerships and programme design.
• Approve global donor account engagement plans while coordinating opportunities across accounts to ensure targets are met.
• Lead direct donor engagement as part of a portfolio of relationships within the global partnerships donor strategy to achieve outstanding results.
• Build a wide network of contacts and funding relationships with donors, peers, consortia partners and implementing agencies.
• Oversee global pipeline mechanisms, including Go/No-Go, Global level bidding for grants and supplier contracts to align with organisational priorities.
• Lead cross-organisational project teams in programme design and development for major grant and contracting opportunities to ensure consistent and coherent messaging.
• Ensure monitoring of co-funding requirements across the global portfolio while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Ensures close coordination with Christian Aid Ireland Institutional Funding Unit
• Review donor contract agreements within delegated authority levels.
• Ensure effective onboarding of new programming with delivery teams and ensure effective reviews of reporting for quality assurance

About you

Who we are looking for

Essential:

• Proven track record in directly securing multi-million-pound contracts or grants from institutional, trusts and foundations, and corporate donors.
• Substantial experience in building and cultivating strategic donor partnerships including engagement at global, regional and country mission levels with senior stakeholders and demonstrable experience of engaging.
• Extensive management experience overseeing high-performing teams directly and remotely.
• Extensive experience of leading multiple bid teams to successful outcomes.
• Advanced negotiation skills at senior levels within HQ’s, regional offices, or missions.
• Detailed understanding of institutional, corporate and trusts and foundations donor funding landscapes and  trends.
• Advanced understanding in interpretation and negotiation of government and foundation grant and contract calls for proposals and contract and compliance agreements and frameworks.
• Highly developed decision-making skills including working under high pressure, negotiation skills,  organisational planning and prioritisation skills.
• Verbal fluency in English with a persuasive writing style.
• Highly developed communication and networking skills for engagement, relationship building and facilitation, including consortium development

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in business, economics, international relations, development studies, or related fields.
• Understanding of humanitarian programming principles and practice.
• Substantial experience working within an international development organisation at a senior level.

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. 

For Salary details for this role, please refer to the Salary band by location.

Prospectus is excited to be partnering with one of the oldest and largest intergovernmental organisations focused on Information and Communication Technologies to recruit for a Member Development Lead. This is a full time, remote role and can be based from any commonwealth country.

The Member Development Lead is responsible for developing the membership ICT capability based on an assessment of the critical needs of each member and the trending ICT Digital Development department. You will formulate and deliver human resource development programmes and activities that increase the ICT and digital transformation capabilities of their membership. Ultimately, your mission is to make sure that members have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to fulfil their ICT-related mandates.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in a similar capacity relating to Training and Development, ICT, Human Resource Development or a related field. You will bring knowledge of remote/online training methodologies, ICT or digitalisation and experience of adult learning methodologies would also be useful. You will have strong oral and written communication skills and be adept on engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement via the ‘Apply Now’ button on the Prospectus website, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the organisation and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skillset with examples relating to the Appointment Brief.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Are you skilled at stewarding funder partnerships and unlocking new income streams to support impactful education work across the UK?

Want to play a key role in shaping the ambitious direction for a national charity that sees that all young people are equipped through citizenship and democratic education?

Young Citizens is a UK education charity on a mission to help children and young people thrive in their communities and society. For nearly forty years we’ve equipped young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand how democracy and society works, and how they can be a part of it. We’re a small, dynamic team working in each nation with a bold vision for the future. We have a well-loved set of digital lessons, tools and immersive programmes that primary and secondary schools come to each year to help deliver inspiring, quality citizenship education.

This is a newly created and pivotal role that will lead our approach to income generation and strategic growth. As Senior Business Development & Partnerships Manager, you’ll be responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities, particularly in corporate partnerships, trust fundraising, and strategic collaborations, while also shaping how we position and promote our offer.

You’ll work closely with the CEO and senior management team to drive forward our mission and build meaningful relationships with stakeholders across sectors.

Role snapshot:

• Lead the delivery and success of our bold income generation strategy 
• Identify and secure new funding opportunities, with a focus on corporate partnerships and trusts/foundations
• Shape and promote Young Citizens’ offer and work for external audiences, enhancing visibility, advocacy and reach 
• Build and manage high-value relationships with funders, partners, and collaborators
• Contribute to organisational strategy and planning as a key member of the senior management team
• Represent the charity externally, championing our work and impact

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a strategic and proactive senior leader with a proven track record in income generation and business development, ideally within the charity, education, or corporate responsibility sectors. This role requires a collaborative and entrepreneurial self-starter who can effectively manage and grow our existing network of funders, while also contributing to the development of our evolving business model.

You’ll bring:

• Significant experience in securing income from corporate partnerships and/or trusts and foundations
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to quickly understand social impact areas and align them with funder priorities
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to write persuasive proposals and deliver compelling pitches
• A strategic mindset, with experience contributing to organisational planning and growth
• The ability to develop tailored business models and outreach campaigns with both speed and care
• A collaborative, confident approach and experience working at a senior level, including with CEOs or executive teams
• A team player mindset, interested in helping shape great organisational culture and performance

If you’re excited by the opportunity to shape a new role, influence strategy, and help grow a mission-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits of working at Young Citizens

In addition to joining a small, friendly, and supportive team, we offer:

• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• 28 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holidays
• Paid volunteering leave
• A day off for your birthday
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
• Season ticket loan
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children and young people across the UK

This is a hybrid role, requiring attendance at our St. Paul’s, London office for a minimum of 2 days per week. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance to London and have the existing right to work in the UK.

To learn more about the role and the application process, please refer to the job pack for full details.

As long as this advert is live, we are accepting applications.

Project Development Manager

Are you passionate about creating opportunities for young people? We’re seeking someone brilliant to join the Operations team and play a key role in further growth of the national network of Youth Zones - vibrant, purpose-built spaces where young people can thrive.

Position: Project Development Manager

Location: Hybrid working: Two days a week in our London (White City) office or Bolton office, combined with home-working and frequent UK travel

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working available)

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Agile working organisation with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days with length of service) plus bank holidays, birthday leave and annual leave purchase scheme (from day one of employment); company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity and adoption pay; voluntary benefits with discounts on health and wellbeing, retail and leisure.

Closing Date: Wednesday 15th October at 12noon - we may close the advert early depending on the volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply ASAP.

First stage interviews (virtual): Tuesday 4th November

Second stage interviews (in-person):  Friday 14th November at Salford Youth Zone

There will also be a short, values-based phone interview between Stage 1 and 2.

About the Role

This exciting new role will lead on developing positive relationships with senior Council officers and local politicians building strong partnerships to pave the way for new Youth Zones. Once a new Youth Zone project is fully committed to, you’ll continue to manage key relationships through the crucial early period (1-2 years) – handing over as each Youth Zone’s first CEO comes into post.

It's a unique opportunity to shape communities, influence decision-makers, and be part of a movement that puts young people first.

About You

With exceptional relationship management skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with a wide range of people, this is the perfect role for someone who has successfully worked with senior decision makers within local authorities and/or other public sector agencies. We’re looking for an ambitious, tenacious and action-oriented individual with excellent relationship and influencing skills to facilitate further targeted growth of the national network of Youth Zones.

Experience of managing and delivering high value, complex projects is essential.  Outstanding resilience is also required to develop multiple projects over a number of years, overcoming setbacks and delays along the way.

About the Organisation

A national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities.

As a growing and ambitious charity, you will be offered responsibility, variety and the chance to work with a team wholly invested in providing young people with the opportunity to fulfil their potential.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

The organisation will contribute towards reasonable travel costs for candidates invited to attend face-to-face interviews when they are travelling from outside the local area. This approach reflects it’s commitment to fairness and equality of opportunity. 

You may have experience in areas such as. Project management, business development, partnerships, relationship management, influencing others  #INDNFP

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

Overview

At Operation Smile UK, we work with global colleagues to improve the lives of those living with cleft conditions around the world – by providing surgery and comprehensive care services to patients and strengthening health care systems in the countries where we work. Operation Smile UK’s Partnerships Team works to maximise high-potential income channels such as corporate partnerships, major donors and trusts and foundations. The Partnerships and Philanthropy Officer will play a key role in the team securing critical income from global and national corporate partners and from our network of committed community fundraisers.

We are looking for a candidate who thrives on building relationships – with partners and with colleagues in the UK and around the world. You will be a brilliant communicator, someone who can juggle multiple priorities and inspire people to believe in our story. Ideally, you will have at least a year’s experience in a relationship management role (in a commercial or fundraising setting), and a particular interest in international development. In return, you will be part of an ambitious and high-performing team, working with national and global corporate partners, gaining international programme exposure and being given the opportunity to take responsibility from the outset. 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Fundraising

· Take the lead on managing a portfolio of small and medium corporate partners - taking responsibility for all aspects of these partnerships, including communication, staff activities, events, reporting, income collection and acknowledgements

· Provide support to the Senior P&P Manager in activities relating to OSUK’s global corporate partners through managing employee-led activities across the portfolio.

· To manage and develop new initiatives for employee engagement and community participants

· Support on new business acquisition, specifically in creating new avenues for income generation through existing partnerships.

· Responsible for managing inbound enquiries relating to corporate partnerships

· Lead on producing corporate-related social media and communications content

· Maintain orderly upkeep of all relevant records and databases

Community Fundraising

· Lead on the handling of all inbound community fundraising correspondence, including donations received, merchandise and speaking requests

· Develop a strong understanding of fundraising platforms such as Just Giving and Enthuse, maintaining their upkeep and reconciliation with Operation Smile's financial and reporting systems

Additional Responsibilities

· Expand your understanding of Operation Smile’s programmatic work globally, of cleft lip and palate conditions, health system strengthening and the global surgery sector

· Support other areas of the Partnership Team’s work, including events.

Recruitment

We are actively interviewing for this role on a rolling basis as suitable applicants apply. If you're interested in this role, it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.

Your cover letter should explain your experience in relationship management and why you you would be a good fit for this role. Applications which do not cover this will not be considered. 

Disability Confident Committed Employer

We're a Disability Confident Committed employer, so we guarantee an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the minimum requirements for the job.

At Operation Smile UK, we value individuals based on their performance and potential. We're dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports everyone's needs. We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the application and employment process, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

If you need this document in a different format, require any adjustments, or need help with your application, please contact us (further details contained within the job description).

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Operation Smile UK knows fundraising could better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the people the charity sector supports. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe your transferable skills align with the role, we encourage you to contact us for a conversation. 

We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We celebrate diversity and encourage you to bring your authentic self to Operation Smile UK. We are committed to supporting all applicants and ensuring a fair hiring process. All appointments will be made solely on merit, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

About Us

SAVE Britain’s Heritage is a national campaigning charity working to protect historic buildings from demolition and decay. For over 50 years we’ve been at the forefront of the heritage movement, combining high-profile media campaigns, in-depth research, and grassroots activism to champion the reuse of historic buildings and the places they create. 

About The Role

SAVE Britain’s Heritage is looking for a proactive and collaborative Heritage Engagement Manager to strengthen our support for communities campaigning to save historic buildings. 

You’ll take the lead in developing and managing SAVE’s public-facing resources — including the Buildings at Risk Register, ACT NOW! Toolkit and Building of the Month — ensuring they are accessible, impactful and widely used. A key part of the role is working directly with community campaigners, volunteers and students, providing advice and support to help them run effective campaigns, and sharing success stories across SAVE’s networks. 

Working closely with our small team — and alongside our Casework Officer — you’ll help ensure SAVE’s campaigning tools are closely aligned with our strategic aims, from audience development and sector leadership to new partnership opportunities. You’ll also coordinate the annual launch of the Buildings at Risk list, deliver regional engagement activities, and build partnerships with universities and professional networks to foster collaborative initiatives. 

We’re looking for someone with knowledge of planning, conservation and the built environment, proven experience supporting or enabling community groups, and strong communication and project management skills. Experience of partnership development, volunteer coordination are also valuable. 

This is a hands-on role with real scope to shape SAVE’s engagement work and make a tangible impact for communities and historic buildings across the country. If you’re excited by the chance to champion threatened buildings and empower people to act, we’d love to hear from you. 

Deadline: Friday 3rd October 

Interviews: Week beginning Monday 13th October 

Ready to shape national workforce and education initiatives while working flexibly from home? Step into a Workforce Training and Development Manager role where you’ll help more people discover clear routes into psychological careers and support employers to develop the skills they need.
 
TPP Recruitment is working on behalf of a respected professional body to appoint a Workforce Training and Development Manager.
 
 
Salary: £48,000 per annum
Employment type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working arrangements: Home based with ad-hoc office visits (London) and occasional client travel
Start date: As soon as possible
 
 
About the Organisation
 
You’ll join a mission-led organisation focused on raising quality in education, training and professional standards. The team is collaborative and people-centred, with a culture that values clear thinking, practical delivery and positive impact for learners, employers and the public. As the Workforce Training and Development Manager, your work will directly support fair access to psychological careers and stronger services for communities.

About the Role
 
As Workforce Training and Development Manager, you will lead projects that bring workforce planning and education together. You’ll build partnerships across health services, education providers and government-related bodies; develop clear career pathways; and promote awareness of routes into the psychological professions. This is an outward-facing role requiring confident relationship-building, careful analysis and clear, engaging communication.

Key Responsibilities
 

• Design and deliver workforce initiatives that align education, training and employer needs
• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders across health services, education and public bodies
• Gather insight from partners; analyse data and feedback to shape policy, programmes and practical solutions
• Develop guidance and frameworks that support training, registration and continuing professional development
• Lead horizon-scanning to spot opportunities for growth and innovation, and translate them into deliverable plans
• Work closely with colleagues in careers, membership and communications to embed new initiatives

 
 
Skills / Experience Required
 

• Experience in the healthcare sector and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Background in workforce development with an education and training focus
• Ability to turn complex information into clear, user-friendly guidance and reports
• Strong relationship-building, influencing and project leadership skills
• A calm, organised approach, meeting deadlines while keeping quality high
• Willingness to travel for meetings and events as needed

 
 
Interview Process
 

• One stage, held online
  • May include a short, job-related task
• Proposed timeline: week commencing 3rd November 2025

 
 
To Apply
 

• Bespoke cover letter
• CV

 
 
Deadline
 

• Monday 20th October 2025.
• Applications will be reviewed as they arrive.

 

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.

About us

For people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle — even more so if they are affected by physical health issues, mental health challenges, or substance misuse. Providence Row works with people experiencing homelessness and those who are vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice, and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to build a safe, healthy, and sustainable life away from the streets.

The ideal candidate

It is essential that you have experience in gardening and food growing, as well as experience in supporting others to develop their skills and confidence in these areas. You will have excellent organisational and time-management skills, enabling you to run our Gardening Trainee Scheme effectively. Ideally, you may also have experience in delivering relevant accredited qualifications related to horticulture and food growing.

Garden Maintenance and Development

• Ensure the rooftop garden is well-maintained, attractive, and productive year-round.

• Develop and deliver seasonal planting plans, including food growing for use in Providence Row’s kitchen.

• Manage garden budgets, materials, and equipment responsibly.

• Oversee health and safety in the garden, ensuring safe practice for clients, volunteers, and visitors.

Learning and Client Engagement

• Facilitate the Gardening Trainee Scheme, supporting participants to gain skills, confidence, and progression opportunities.

• Deliver structured learning sessions and contribute to accredited training programmes.

• Support trainees with portfolio development and evidence gathering where required.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure clients with complex needs can engage meaningfully and safely in gardening activities.

Volunteers and Partnerships

• Supervise and support individual volunteers in the garden.

• Facilitate corporate volunteer challenges and group sessions.

• Work closely with the Catering team to align food growing with kitchen needs.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Collect and share monitoring information with the Progression & Training Manager.

• Contribute to reports for funders, partners, and stakeholders.

Other

• Contribute occasionally to organisation-wide events and activities.

• Work in line with Providence Row’s values of Compassion, Respect, Inclusiveness, Empowerment, and Justice.

If you’re ready to dig deep and help our community flourish, apply now to become part of the Providence Row family. Let’s grow together!

Research shows that some people, especially women and those from marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criterion. We want to assure you that we welcome applications from all individuals, even if you do not meet every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us — please apply with confidence.

Benefits

• 27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Cycle-to-work scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Employee assistance programme

• Monthly reflective practice

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities

To apply

Please upload your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you meet the job specification by 9 October 2025 at 23:30.

Interviews

Please note that interviews may be held on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications.

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales (company number 07452798, registered charity number 1140192).

About Strides HCC

Strides HCC has been operating in Islington for over 15 years. Our clinic offers longer-term (one year) Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Counselling to people who are looking to speak about a wide range of emotional issues. We operate on a subsidised fee scheme and offer clinical placements to trainee counsellors and psychotherapists working toward professional registration.

About the Role

As Counselling Service Administrator, you’ll provide essential support to the day-to-day operations of the service, including client communications, financial record-keeping, and coordination with our Clinical Managers, Counsellors and wider team. You’ll be a key point of contact for clients and colleagues, helping to maintain a welcoming and well-organised environment.

Why Join Us?

At Strides HCC, we offer a welcoming environment, opportunities for development, and the chance to contribute to a service that supports some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

You’ll be part of a well-established, dynamic team of 5 staff and over 40 counsellors and supervisors. We invest in our people through:

• Regular CPD and training opportunities

• Reflective practice

• Discounted therapy room hire

• Flexible working arrangements

We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We are also committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting accessible mental health services and meet the requirements outlined in the Job Specification, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a tailored cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience align with the role to:

Application deadline: 13 October 2025

Interviews: Face-to-face interviews will be held during the week commencing 20 October 2025 at HCC, 12 Woodfall Road, N4 3JD.