Community jobs in epsom and ewell, west midlands
We are looking for a person with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills to coordinate the day-to-day running of an innovative community programme. The project aims to support local people in making use of available resources in Camden by co-producing a range of well-being workshops and Community Activities both in-house and with established community providers.
Our partners include the British Museum, Working Men’s College, London Zoo and many more. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships with partners, volunteers, services users and mental health professionals to provide a service dedicated to fostering community.
This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative, motivated and organised person who embodies a relational, person-centred approach to mental health.
This is initially a temporary 6-month contract with probable extension until the end of the current funding (March 2027).
For more information and to download an application form, please visit our jobs page.
Please DON’T send CVs as we only consider application forms.
Closing date: Midday on Thursday, 4th September 2025.
Round 1 interviews: Monday, 8th September 2025.
Round 2 interviews: Monday, 15th of September 2025.
The Bridge Renewal Trust is a forward-thinking charity dedicated to reducing health inequalities and creating healthier, safer and stronger Haringey communities. Established in 2009, we have grown from a team of three to over 55 staff members, supporting over 20,000 people annually with a turnover of approximately £3m.
We are now seeking a talented and ambitious NHS Programme Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in driving forward one of our most impactful programmes, delivering vital skills to a range of beneficiaries.
Working with our Head of Healthier and Stronger Communities and the NHS Programme Manager, you will develop and implement a comprehensive workplan, taking responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of the programme, oversight of two staff, financial management and regular reporting to key stakeholders, ensuring effective, consistent and responsive delivery across all aspects of the programme.
We are primarily seeking an experienced, competent, level-headed programme coordinator who is passionate about effective yet agile delivery. You should be self-starting, strategic yet pragmatic in your thinking and problem-solving, an excellent communicator with strong people skills.
Are you ready to bridge the gap to a healthier and safer Haringey? This is your opportunity to join a progressive organisation where we value and reward the performance of our staff. To apply, please email your CV, including the contact details of two referees, and a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the requirements outlined in the Person Specification to the email listed. For a full job description, please visit our website or email us.
NB: We reserve the right to withdraw this opportunity early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. As part of our commitment to equal opportunities, we invite you to complete our Monitoring Form which can be sent to you via email. Please quote the Job ID 2025021. Thank you.
The Bridge Renewal Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Company registration No: 06949568, Registered Charity No: 1131941
To apply, please email your CV, including the contact details of two referees, and a supporting
statement that demonstrates how you meet the requirements outlined in the Person Specification to
admin AT bridgerenewaltrust. org. uk. For a full job description, please visit
our website or email us.
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!
Do you want to shape the future of a global scientific community tackling the world’s biggest health challenges? Join us in strengthening our community and ensuring our members feel informed, connected, and valued. We’re looking for a proactive Membership and Grants Officer to lead the operational delivery of our membership journey and grants programmes — supporting a vibrant network of researchers, educators, clinicians and more. In this key role, you will deliver exceptional service, strengthen relationships, and share data-informed insights that drive change.
Your role will include:
- Managing membership processes (applications, renewals, enquiries)
- Strengthening how we use our CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) to support insight and engagement
- Leading monthly and annual reporting to identify trends and improve experience
- Overseeing grant schemes from application to post-award
- Contributing to engagement projects aiming to support membership growth and retention
About you:
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Experience using CRMs for reporting and record management
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- A proactive mindset and confidence working with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in a membership organisation or managing small grants (desirable)
Why join us?
As part of a small, collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of key processes, and develop your skills in a supportive environment. You will be able to take advantage of flexible hybrid working (2 days in our London office), and excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. We do not offer sponsorships.
Closing date:
The closing date for applications is 22 August however we reserve the right to conduct interviews as suitable candidates apply, and to close this advert at any time once sufficient applications have been received.
Salary: £40,000 - £43,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: London Hybrid - Happy to discuss flexible options
Closing Date: 22nd July 2025
Benefits: 8% Employer pension contribution regardless of employee contribution, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Are you passionate a passionate community fundraiser looking for your next exciting challenge? We’re working with the Ruth Strauss Foundation as they seek a dynamic Community Fundraising Manager to join their team.
In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and delivery of community fundraising initiatives, fostering meaningful relationships across diverse communities to support their mission.
This is a great opportunity to lead and grow the 'Turn Cricket Red' campaign, develop new community events, and manage key third-party fundraisers, such as the London Marathon participants. You'll build strong relationships with schools, sports clubs, and community groups, providing excellent supporter stewardship to maximise engagement and long-term support.
To be successful as a Community Fundraising Manager, you will need:
- Proven experience in designing and delivering successful community fundraising events and activities.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills, including budget and project management.
- Strong relationship-building abilities, with experience engaging diverse community groups and stakeholders.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please give Jake a call, otherwise, we look forward to seeing your application.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Baobab Centre works as a non-residential therapeutic community with young asylum seekers and refugees and we are looking for an exceptional candidate with at least two years' experience of working in a busy office environment.
As a member of our non-residential therapeutic community you will participate in the development of meaningful relationships and social learning, constructing a holistic therapeutic environment where all relationships with all members of the community matter.
You will have experience managing a small team, including line management duties. You will be a key part of our multi-professional team and will be responsible for the administrative management of clinical files and supporting the clinical team. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills and be willing to participate in the life of the Baobab Community.
The Baobab Centre is a non-residential therapeutic community that offers support to young survivors of human rights abuses seeking refuge in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Citizens Advice Hammersmith and Fulham (CAHF) is a busy, dynamic award winning Service. We deliver a variety of projects via face to face and digital media.
Since 2012 we have delivered a volunteer led community library service at Avonmore library. In April 2024 we embarked on running a second community focused library at Askew Road. To support CAHF community library delivery at both libraries, we introduced the role of Community Library Coordinator.
Purpose of the Role:
In addition to traditional library duties—such as managing stock inventory and delivering storytime sessions for under-5s—the Community Library Coordinator plays a key role in positioning the library as a vibrant hub within the local area. The library offers a diverse programme of activities for users of all ages throughout the week. Working collaboratively with colleagues, the Coordinator will oversee and help develop engaging library events, while also supporting the dedicated volunteers who contribute to the successful delivery of our community-focused services.
About You:
You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with enthusiasm for working in the library sector. You should be confident in promoting the library service and delivering excellent customer service to a diverse range of users. While previous library experience is desirable, it is not essential.
The roles require:
- A good level of community awareness, with experience of working with diverse communities
- Excellent customer care skills
- An interest in literacy and reading
- The ability to recruit, induct, and support library volunteers in service delivery
- Confidence in providing digital support to library users
- The ability to oversee the library events calendar and work with both new and existing partners to develop additional community-focused activities
- The ability to adapt and respond to complex, ever-changing environments, taking opportunities to improve the way things are done
No two days are the same, so a positive and flexible attitude is essential. The role includes working on a rota Saturday basis, and evening shift up 7pm each week.
Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 27th July 2025
Interview and Test: Week beginning 28th July 2025
Community Fundraising and Partnerships Coordinator (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Charity People are thrilled to be partnering with All People All Places (APAP) in their search for a new Community Fundraising and Partnerships Coordinator; this is a newly created role that will lead on building meaningful relationships across the local community to generate new income and increase engagement.
"All People All Places is a small, locally focused homelessness charity working across Enfield and Haringey. We provide vital services including a day centre, advocacy and casework, and a small year-round night shelter. We work in close partnership with local agencies and are a trusted gateway service for those facing homelessness. This role is key to helping us grow our reach and impact through community-driven support."
George Dunstall CEO, All People All Places
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a mission-led organisation tackling homelessness as it presents locally. You'll lead on community fundraising and engagement, working with schools, faith groups, local businesses and individuals to inspire support and deliver impactful campaigns.
Contract: 12-month fixed term (with view to permanent extension)
Location: Hybrid - Home, Office (Enfield), and Local Communities (Edmonton, Enfield)
Hours: FT or PT 3 or 4 days per week (0.6-0.8 FTE)
Salary: FT £34,000-£38,000; PT 0.6 £20,400-£22,800 PT 0.8 £27,200-£30,400
Benefits:
- 26 days (pro-rata) annual leave plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing fund for hobbies or self-care
- Training and development budget
- Cycle to work scheme and travel card loan
- 5% employer pension contribution
This new role will be at the centre of community fundraising; building relationships, coordinating events, and delivering campaigns that raise awareness and income. You'll also lead on the development of APAP's annual fundraising campaign and support the upcoming rebrand and communications strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage relationships with community groups, schools, and local businesses.
- Lead and develop community fundraising activities, events and opportunities.
- Develop and deliver APAP's annual fundraising campaign.
- Create engaging content and stories to showcase impact.
- Steward donors and fundraisers with warmth and professionalism.
- Taking a lead on organisational communications and developing targeted communications to reach existing and new audiences.
- Collaborate with the CEO and wider team to align fundraising with strategic goals.
- Develop a variety of relevant resources for use across different audiences
- Develop, implement and monitor 'supporter journey' processes.
Top 3 Priorities for the First 6 Months
- Develop and deliver a refreshed annual fundraising campaign.
- Build a network of community supporters and local partnerships.
- Embed new branding and messaging into community engagement and communications.
About You
We're looking for someone with proven experience in community fundraising and engagement, someone who can build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups and communicate with clarity and warmth. You'll be confident managing multiple priorities independently and bring creativity and energy to campaigns and supporter engagement. Experience with Canva or similar design tools is a plus, as is familiarity with fundraising regulations, or a willingness to learn.
If this role inspires you to make your next career move, please get in touch with Kevin at Charity People to find out more about how to apply.
Closing Date: Friday 1st August 2025
At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
We are looking for a collaborative individual with strong management skills to build relationships and deliver activities in partnership with our local communities.
The Community Engagement manager will be responsible for in building relationships with new, and existing community partners to expand our reach and increase our delivery of inclusive and engaging experiences through co-production with our local communities.
The Community Engagement Manager is also responsible for supporting the development of, and working with, our two community advisory groups – our community Youth Forum of Young Curators and our Community Cultural Champions who help to shape and co-curate our programming including exhibitions and events.
You will be someone with experience of managing community engagement activities or programmes in a museum, heritage, charity or similar organisation. You will be confident in leading on evaluating the impact of our community programming for GPM’s audiences and committed to continuously improving our offer. You will have a strong commitment to equality and diversity, with experience of developing audiences through implementing accessible and inclusive practice. You will feel comfortable working with colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds and varying levels of seniority, and similarly with the diverse cluster of communities that together are responsible for West London’s vibrant culture.
You will share our passion for co-creation and be skilled in building relationships between organisations and the communities they serve.
Please see our website for full details and how to apply. It is anticipated that interviews will take place 6th – 8th August at Gunnersbury Museum.
Hybrid and flexible working is available based on the operational needs of the Museum Service.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about inspiring a love of reading in children?
The Dollywood Foundation UK runs Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in the UK, the worlds largest book gifting programme. Over the last 30 years the Imagination Library has delivered nearly 300 million books to children globally. In the UK we support over 60k children a month, delivering them a free book sent to their house every month.
The primary purpose of this new role is to increase registrations for the Imagination Library initially across London. This role will support our Local Programme Partners to reach families with whom they are not currently engaging.
Background
We have a steadfast belief that inspiring a love of reading in children can bring joy, love, and measurable individual, family and societal benefits. We are driven by Dolly Parton’s mantra that you “can’t put enough books into the hands of enough children”.
It is an exciting time for the Dollywood Foundation. We have recently received a new investment to allow us to scale our Imagination Library programme across London. As families across the capital become eligible for free books, we need to make every effort to ensure families know about the programme and sign up.
This role is integral to that plan, working with local authority and community organisations to spread the word about the programme. The role holder will need to be passionate about books and supporting children’s development. They will hold brilliant relationship building skills to engage local communities and overcome any barriers to families enrolling.
We are a remote team with no fixed office. While this role will be based from home, regular travel across London will be required. The role holder will need to be based in London or surrounding areas to allow for the frequent travel.
This is an exciting new role, joining a passionate and growing UK team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Based/Home Working - Hampshire
Permanent, Full Time
Circa £30,000 plus competitive benefits
Do you want to make a difference?
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family. Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.
It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.
Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.
Do you want to play a part in what we do?
People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:
· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans.
· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.
· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.
· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.
We are seeking an individual to raise awareness of the Fund’s welfare offer amongst social welfare agencies across the West Midlands but also, crucially, to help address the issue of social isolation and feelings of loneliness experienced by some members of the RAF Family.
The post holder will be working with socially isolated individuals to identify meaningfully enriching opportunities to reduce feelings of loneliness, some of whom may have complex and challenging welfare needs, to develop actions plans and coordinate support to overcome any barriers preventing successful connection into these enriching opportunities, assisting them by identifying appropriate support from within the RAF Benevolent Fund and the wider statutory and military charity sector.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in a social welfare role supporting individuals, have strong people and relationship-building skills, as well as empathy with or understanding of the issues affecting the Armed Forces community. Individuals with a social prescribing or working aged veteran support background are encouraged to apply.
This is a community-based position working from home but covering Hampshire, Wiltshire and West Sussex, delivering both remote and face to face support. The candidate must have their own vehicle to use to travel around these regions. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 29th July 2025, 5.00pm. Interviews will be held on Week commencing 4th August 2025.
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Community Nurse, Band 6
Location: Christopher's, Artington near Guildford and community based
Salary: £40,355.30-£46,089.41 plus geographical allowance (depending on qualifications and experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Tuesday, 1st August 2025 (23:55 pm)
About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
We have an exciting opportunity for a paediatric nurse to join our hospice community team at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.
At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.
About the role
You will join our team of experienced nurses, delivering care to children and young people with complex and palliative care needs at home, in hospital or at our Guildford based hospice, Christopher’s.
You’ll work alongside other professionals delivering care within the community, helping to shape and build our 24/7 community service and being supported to work as an autonomous practitioner within a supportive team.
About you
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and have at least 2 years’ experience of children’s nursing.
There will be lots of opportunity for networking and you will share your knowledge and skills, as well as learn from other healthcare professionals.
Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
The post will be based at Christopher’s near Guildford but the successful candidate will also need to travel to hospitals covered by Shooting Star Children's Hospices as well as home visits throughout Surrey and West London, therefore car owner and driver is essential.
Please note that appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
- NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
Annual leave
- 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
- 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
Contractual benefits
- Generous sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
- Flexible working arrangements
- Death in service benefits
- Reimbursed professional membership fees
- Eye care
- Employee referral scheme
- Blue Light discount card
Health and wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health
- Mindfulness sessions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Nutritionally balanced meals at Christopher’s (free for employees) and free fruit at our Hampton site
Safeguarding
An enhanced/standard disclosure will be required for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding the families we support.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospice is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospice to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £29,120 per annum FTE (actual £19,968)
Contract: Permanent, following a 3-month probation period
Hours:24 hours across three days a week: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Do you want to make a tangible difference in the lives of some of the most deprived children in London?
CARIS Families is a small frontline charity that offers holistic support to families experiencing homelessness in hostels in the London Boroughs of Camden and Hackney. Amongst our other services, we run play and learning activities for children aged 0-16 from within 4 hostels in these boroughs, as well as a school holiday day trip programme. Our services for children aim to reduce the stress on children and parents of living in overcrowded, insecure accommodation, and to put back essential childhood experiences that homeless accommodation deprives children of.
The services we currently offer our families in hostels are:
- Kids Club: an after-school play club in term time for 0-16s, run from our dedicated play club in the basement of one family hostel in Camden.
- Enrichment Trips and Summer Programme: a series of day trips for groups of families from our 4 hostels in the school holidays. We take part in exciting activities and visit interesting destinations round London and the South-East, to ease the pressures of being stuck in the hostel during the long school breaks.
- Essentials Bank: Our Essentials bank runs weekly in term-time from two of our hostels, offering families free hygiene products such as toiletries, nappies, washing powder etc. to ease the pressure on family finances at a difficult time.
- Family Support Work and Housing Casework: we offer holistic casework to support families to ease the stress of their situation, from working on finances to supporting employment searches, to assisting with legal cases and supporting them to navigate their housing case and move out of homelessness as soon as possible.
We are currently looking for an experienced Play and Community Worker to join our dedicated frontline Family Services team, delivering this vital support to around 100 children and their families each year.
Responsibilities of the Role
The Play and Community Worker will:
- Deliver play and learning activities for children aged 0-16 at our hostel-based Kids Club’s play sessions during term time in the London Borough of Camden.
- Deliver our Enrichment Trips School Holiday programme during school holidays (in Camden, Hackney and the wider London and South-East England area)
- Deliver our term-time Essentials Bank programme, providing free household goods to families in hostels
- Assist the Services Manager with a range of administrative and operational activities to support the day-to-day running of our Family Services and CARIS Families’ operations as a whole
- Provide a warm and welcoming experience for children and their families attending CARIS Families’ services
- Engage enthusiastically and supportively with children in their play and learning experiences, through staff-led activities and facilitating child-led play
- Work proactively as part of our Family Services team, supporting colleagues, embracing change and contributing ideas to service development within our frontline Family Services.
Person Specification
We are looking for a Play and Community Worker who is:
- Qualified to Level 2 or 3, or prepared to work towards this qualification in: Playwork, Early Years, CYP Workforce, Youth Work or any related area
- Experienced in delivering play within a CYP or community work setting, and working with 0- to 16-year-olds
- Experienced in providing and facilitating safe and creative play experiences
- Passionate about improving opportunities for disadvantaged children
- Understanding of the varied needs of children and their families, and of the impact of trauma and ACE on children’s development and wellbeing
- Able to maintain professional boundaries while supporting parents/carers and children empathetically, and with a person-centred, relational approach.
- Understanding of Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding best practice
- A good communicator, comfortable with working with a wide range of service users and professionals
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages and basic web-based software applications (e.g. Canva)
- Reliable and diligent, with good time-keeping skills, who is able to work well as part of a team, take the initiative and lend a helping hand across our fast-changing, responsive frontline work
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are the Wandsworth representative of the national City of Sanctuary (CoS) charity. This project will support the committee and expand our activities in the voluntary and community sector and elsewhere to build commitment to Sanctuaries in the Borough. Wandsworth has a small but active network supporting refugees. The existing sanctuaries include a theatre, cafe and shop. Our Wandsworth libraries are en route to become sanctuaries and there is active interest from schools and faith groups. The contract is initially for 62 days over one year. We are seeking additional funding to expand to three days/week and continue beyond one year. Please see our facebook and instagram pages for job opportunities.
Background to the project
The Project is supported by Wandsworth Council as a Borough of Sanctuary and by Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN). Note that for the year 2025 Wandsworth is the London Borough of Culture.
Wandsworth Welcomes Refugees is a charity and operates primarily on a voluntary basis. We aim to make Wandsworth a welcoming place for those seeking sanctuary to feel safe, supported and part of our community. WWR is part of the City of Sanctuary movement and is the accredited organization in Wandsworth. We work with voluntary and community sector (VCS) and other organisations to encourage and support those wishing to reach out to refugees. We liaise with those interested in finding out more, offering general support, offering general support, or seeking to become accredited with City of Sanctuary.
Objectives of the project
The project will support the WWR committee activities and objectives. It will expand WWR reach and contacts in the VCS and other appropriate places and organisations. It will raise the profile of the sanctuary movement and encourage active participation by various organisations to create welcoming communities for people seeking sanctuary. Participation can range from an interest and small steps through to becoming accredited with City of Sanctuary.
Wandsworth and Sanctuaries
Sanctuaries include community groups, private organizations, public sector services, and individuals, united in their commitment to supporting those fleeing violence and persecution. Wandsworth is a Borough of Sanctuary, and the accredited organisations at present include a theatre, café and shop. Wandsworth libraries and some faith groups and schools are in the process of applying to become accredited. There is interest from other theatres, shops, sporting facilities and many others.
Role of the Community Engagement Officer
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Assist the committee to increase its outreach and communication with interested organisations across the Borough
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Join monthly committee meeting to report and plan
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Meet and liaise with the key refugee support organisations in Wandsworth and a small number in other London boroughs
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Organise an on-line Meet-Up for sharing and support ‘clinics’ (every 4-6 weeks); develop a launch for this event
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Liaise with the committee Events Group fundraising and events activities
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Liaise with and include lived experience into outreach and activities (WWR has a small advisory group
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Liaise with committee members represented on the Council’s ‘Migration Forum’
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Liaise with the organisations accredited with CoS in Wandsworth: CoS asks accredited organisations share activities and learning
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Assist in planning and implementing activities during Refugee Week (June)
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Participate in the annual City of Sanctuary Annual Conference
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Assist organisation of Annual General Meeting (in 2026 date to be decided)
WWR is applying for additional funds and if successful will increase the contracted time of the CEO and allow more time for this role and to widen the brief.
Person specification
Essential experience
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Proven organisational ability and experience to manage a project (including budget and finances)
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Ability to identify and engage with organisations that could contribute expand commitment to Sanctuary in Wandsworth
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Good communication skills
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Ability to use social media, including posting to WWR website
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Ability to reach out to those with lived experience to bring into the project
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A commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice.
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Understand issues behind migration and the impacts that lead people to become refugees
Desirable experience
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Knowledge and understanding of the goals of the Sanctuary movement
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Experience of working effectively with a Chair and Board of Trustees
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Campaign and advocacy experience,
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Experience of evaluating a project
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About WA-UK
The Welfare Association (WA-UK) is a UK registered charity supporting transformative development projects and humanitarian relief interventions to empower and benefit Palestinian communities in the West Bank, Gaza and the refugee camps in Lebanon. WA-UK partners with Taawon and its network of local Palestinian organisations and international actors operating in the region. WA-UK projects in the sectors of health, education and development are the outcome of a locally led needs assessment exercise and are designed in consultation with its partners and implemented by local actors.
WA-UK is governed by a Board of Trustees.
Job purpose: We are seeking a motivated, experienced Communications, Community Development and Support Officer to join a dynamic team to deliver WA-UK’s objectives.
The appointee will develop and manage WA-UK’s Communication & Community Development strategy in coordination with the Fundraising Officer, the Programmes Officer, and in partnership with Taawon. We’re looking for a team player who will devise communication strategies and produce content that informs and inspires multiple audiences including supporters, donors and other stakeholders. You will set outreach targets, play an integral role in advancing campaigns – off-line and on-line – to advance the objectives of the charity and actively manage the website. The post-holder will also provide administrative support and ensure the smooth running of the office
Duties & Key Responsibilities
Communications, outreach and community engagement
Guided by WA-UK’s objectives and strategic priorities and working in collaboration with its key partners:
· develop and lead on implementing WA-UK’s communication and community development strategy;
· produce content that informs and generates knowledge for the benefit of multiple audiences including supporters, donors and stakeholders; and utilise different mediums through which to disseminate that content;
· set outreach targets and grow and diversify the charity’s audience;
· devise and manage campaigns (offline and online) to advance WAUK’s objectives;
· regularly update website content (including quarterly e-news), WAUK Facebook page, X, Instagram profiles, LinkedIn;
· liaise with Taawon to coordinate messaging and appeals as and when necessary;
· maintain and update mailing lists;
· with the fundraising officer, promote the charity’s public profile (directly and indirectly) including through participation in multiple fora and with other stakeholders, charities, NGOs operating in the humanitarian space;
· promote opportunities for grassroots initiatives to engage with WA-UK.
Support and reporting
The appointee will:
· provide support to the programme officer and fundraising officer as and when needed
· provide the board with regular updates on the implementation of the communications and community engagement strategy
· contribute to the production of reports issued by and for the board including the annual report.
Administration
The appointee will be responsible for:
· basic book-keeping;
· monitoring and processing donations (digital and postal), responding to donors and updating databases;
· answering calls & inquiries including by email and post;
· general office admin tasks such as filing, maintaining office supplies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
We seek an appointee with strong literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills, backed by critical
thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills, demonstrated through relevant
qualifications or experience. You will be a team player who is proactive, driven and ambitious to excel with good attention to detail.
Essential experience
· a track record as a communications officer in the development sector.
· experience conducting research and drafting content on development related matters for a diverse audience.
· experience creating digital content – written and visual – for different purposes such as appeals and news items.
· a successful record of working in a team including with partners based overseas.
· proven ability in developing professional networks, partnerships, and external representation.
Essential knowledge and skills
• excellent team-working skills.
• excellent drafting skills and an ability to convey key messages clearly and concisely.
• excellent communication and reporting skills.
• advanced computer skills in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• excellent numeracy skills.
Personal qualities and competencies
• strong interpersonal skills.
• be driven, proactive, focussed, and able to spot and create opportunities.
• strong organisation/planning skills and ability to plan and deliver against targets
• strong time management skills and ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure.
• ability to deal with information confidentially and respond with sensitivity.
• ability to resolve differences and negotiate to accommodate difference.
· Arabic language skills
Personal attributes and other requirements
· ability to work weekends/evenings on occasion to support events and other activities in the UK, and to travel overseas where necessary.
· commitment to a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation & abuse/safeguarding.
· commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
· ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
· able to work flexibly in emergencies and meet deadlines.
· a commitment to WA-UK’s vision, mission and values and a passion for empowering Palestinians.
· commitment to abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
· commitment to treat with confidentiality any data or sensitive information about individuals, organisations, clients, and employees at WA-UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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