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Join Citizens Advice Richmond as an Financial Resilience Navigator
Citizens Advice Richmond is launching an exciting new project and seeks a passionate Financial Resilience Navigator to join our team. This rewarding role involves providing holistic support to vulnerable households across the Richmond Borough, helping them achieve greater financial sustainability.
You will serve as a single point of contact, assisting clients with welfare benefits, income maximization, debt management, housing, and related issues. This role emphasizes connection, compassion, and coordination, requiring collaboration with various organizations and council services to ensure comprehensive client support. Key responsibilities include client advocacy, community outreach, case management, and stakeholder collaboration.
For more information and how to apply please see the job pack attached.
Start Date: Immediate Start
Deadline: Rolling – as soon as the position is filled
In your cover letter, please clearly outline how your experience and skills align with the key requirements outlined in the job description for the Navigator role
Seeking a purposeful career change? Start on your transformative journey with the On Purpose Associate Programme, offering a unique opportunity for mid-career professionals to transition into impactful work. This paid, year-long leadership programme is designed for those ready to pivot their professional journey towards creating a regenerative, equitable and just future.
Key info:
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Based in London, UK
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Full-time (4.5 days at placement & one half day training weekly)
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£27,010 per annum salary
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Programme dates: October 2025 - September 2026 (49 weeks)
About On Purpose:
On Purpose is tackling the greatest challenge of our time: transforming our economy from profit to purpose. Our leadership programmes develop people who will play their part in this transformation.
Together, we learn to see a different future and take action towards realising it in the organisations we work in. Our programmes seed a vibrant community who care, inspire, challenge and support one another as we make this transformation a reality.
Programme summary:
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Two 6 month placements:
Through work placements with leading purpose-driven organisations, you'll gain hands-on experience tackling pressing social and environmental issues. Some of our current partners include Better Society Capital, Save the Children, BAFTA and Sustainable Ventures.
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Expert-led learning:
Our intensive Learning & Development programme involves weekly in-person sessions led by experts from across sectors. This blend of professional training and academic rigour equips you with the skills, knowledge and mindset to lead organisational and systemic change.
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1-2-1 mentoring & coaching:
Receive support through fortnightly mentoring sessions and quarterly executive coaching, fostering both your personal and professional growth.
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Join a supportive, impactful community:
You’ll be part of a tight-knit cohort of 20 Associates, participating in training sessions every Friday afternoon together. You’ll also join the wider On Purpose community, connecting with a global, influential network of impact-driven professionals offering life-long inspiration, collaboration and opportunities.
Benefits:
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Earn while you learn: On Purpose stands out by offering a paid learning and training opportunity, saving you significant costs compared to paying for other leadership programmes or MBAs, all the while offering extensive learning and development.
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Develop your ability to make an impact: Equip yourself with the skills and insights needed to drive meaningful change. You’ll join nearly 1000 purpose-driven alumni who are leading transformative change worldwide in all parts of the system, with 92% currently working in the impact sector.
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Unlock purpose-driven career opportunities: Our Associates have moved into a whole range of sustainability jobs and social impact roles, ranging from CEOs of social enterprises to leadership positions within traditional companies driving change from within. We have a former music label business owner now the CEO of Hubbub, a former Consultant now Director of Impact at B Lab UK and a former civil servant now Climate Lead at Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
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Standard UK holiday allowance
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A 3-day residential (all expenses paid)
Who we’re looking for:
This programme is ideal for:
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Individuals seeking a career change into the environment and social impact sector.
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Individuals already in the impact sector who want to develop new skills, have the opportunity to work in more commercial organisations, or to join an engaged network of people who share your values and are working toward the same goal.
Specific sector or industry experience is not important. We’re looking for talented people from diverse industries who have a determination to bring their skills and experience to purpose-driven projects and to driving systemic change. We seek ambitious individuals with:
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A minimum of three years full-time professional experience
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The right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme
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Fluency in English
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Office environment experience
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Skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, adaptability, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, quantitative analysis and strategic thinking.
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Excitement and commitment towards building a career that helps transform our economy from profit to purpose.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences and those who are often under-represented in the impact sector, including but not limited to individuals with disabilities and those from diverse ethnic, gender identities, sexualities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
How to apply:
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Read our Associate Programme brochure for more information.
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Register your interest via our website to receive a link to your online application form.
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Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May, 9:00 am (BST).
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Interviews will be held in mid-late June.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About International Lawyers Project (ILP)
ILP is a network of talented and passionate pro bono lawyers drawn from diverse countries and cultures across the globe. We mobilise teams of legal experts to support the policy and legal needs of marginalised communities, their governments, and their social movement organisations. Our partners are civil society organisations, governments, community groups and investigative journalists.
Founded in the UK in 2005, we are staffed by a small core staff team of lawyers and thematic experts dedicated to using the law to achieve economic and environmental justice through strategic pro bono legal support. Over the last 20 years, we have supported partners in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to have a diverse staff and volunteer team reflective of the communities we support, from Africa, Latin America, Asia and Europe, with extensive expertise in our focus areas as well as law and international development. We work primarily in the Global South, with active projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and Asia, as well as in Europe. As a charity, our ultimate aim is to help our clients create long-lasting change in some of the world’s most disadvantaged regions.
Our vision is a just and sustainable world in which the law serves as a tool for those who need it most.
Role and Responsibilities
We are looking to recruit an experienced, innovative senior legal manager to manage our international Governance & Accountability Programme. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer (or international development professional with equivalent experience in rule of law /governance / NGO use of legal strategies), with deep enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of how our partners could use the law to achieve anti-corruption reform. A more detailed explanation of our organisational and programme strategy is set out in our 2024-2026 Strategy.
Working as part of a small but dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to learn at close hand what it means to work for an international NGO focusing on how the law can be used to fight corruption and achieve environmental and economic justice. You will develop projects with a range of partners, including international agencies, NGOs, CSOs, governments and government bodies. You will collaborate with a range of volunteer lawyers (law firms and barristers chambers) who are leading experts in their field. You will also nurture, build and maintain relationships with our funders. The role will involve outreach to new partners, programme management, drafting fundraising applications and donor reports, tracking impact, as well as evaluating and learning from projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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Implement the strategic vision for ILP’s Governance and Accountability (G&A) programme, in conjunction with the Senior Programmes Director, Senior Counsel, Legal Fellows, Executive Director, partners, staff and Board;
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Develop an expert understanding of the most effective policy tools and legal interventions to deliver the programme’s objectives, through engagement with volunteer lawyers, ILP partners, staff, Board and others;
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Build and maintain ILP’s G&A programme. This includes:
· Liaising with partners to identify legal/policy/campaign needs and offer potential legal and/or policy reform solutions, including through conducting analysis of their activities;
· Creating an active pipeline of G&A projects and cases including environmental crime and corruption, through identifying and engaging in regular outreach with potential new partners;
· Ensuring an even spread of G&A projects across the five strategic programme pillars;
· Identifying, building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and new highly experienced volunteer lawyers;
· Mapping and developing relationships with regional and international development entities and other technical assistance providers to identify potential partners, needs and focus countries;
· Representing the programme in external fora and events;
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Ensure effective project delivery and evaluation of impact including:
· Managing & coordinating project implementation through the full project cycle;
· Delivering financial management for assignments including accurate budgeting, forecasting, accounting and reporting;
· Supporting the development and maintenance of strong programme management and knowledge management systems and processes, including regular updating of ILP’s databases;
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Working closely with the Senior Counsel and Senior Programmes Director, lead fundraising activities to support both the G&A programme and organisational overheads, including exploring opportunities for potential funding with partners, liaising with and nurturing donors, designing funding applications and creating relevant budgets;
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Line management of G&A Legal Fellow;
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Share in the necessary operational and administrative activities of the organisation and contribution to website and social media communications.
Candidate profile:
We are especially interested in candidates with the following skills and experience:
· A qualified lawyer (or equivalent with significant relevant professional experience) with an excellent understanding of how law is useful to achieving reform in our key strategic work areas: public procurement integrity, environmental crime and corruption, accountability for international corruption asset recovery, countering illicit asset flows and illicit asset recovery, and tackling the UK’s role as an international money laundering hub for enablers;
· Understanding and enthusiasm for the concept and practice of pro bono legal assistance;
· Demonstrable project management skills and experience in an NGO (5+ years);
· Demonstrable experience in donor management, including drafting fundraising applications and budgets, nurturing new and managing existing relationships, meeting donor reporting requirements, drafting donor impact reports and raising funds for future projects and activities;
· Relevant experience and knowledge (either from previous work experience or study) relating to economic justice and/or environmental law and policy in an international development context;
· Ability to work on a wide range of tasks simultaneously, and at speed, including developing and managing relationships with a range of stakeholders (donors, NGOs, civil society organisations and government representatives), on an international basis;
· Demonstrable understanding (either from previous work experience or study) of key issues in sustainable international development, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals;
· Excellent research skills; strong administration and coordination experience in an NGO setting;
· Strong interpersonal and team working skills;
· Comfortable working independently and proactively and as part of a small team with a busy caseload;
· Very high level of fluency in spoken and written English;
· Working knowledge of another language such as Spanish (desirable).
Key details about the position
· Travel: candidates must be willing and able to travel internationally 2-5 times per year, including fulfilling vaccination and other requirements.
· Our genuine support for equity, diversity and inclusion is illustrated by our current team.
· Visa sponsorship: we are open to sponsoring a UK visa application for an extraordinary candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Recently named Charity of the Year by Just Giving Awards 2022, we’re committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait.
The Community Fundraising Team is an integral part of the Charity Fundraising Portfolio, by supporting a diverse range of inspiring supporter led fundraising activities. It is an exciting time to join the Team, as we plan for 25/26.
You will be one of our 6 Regional Community Fundraisers, based across the UK. Covering Scotland, Northern Ireland & Cumbria, you will focus on our key audiences of Individuals, Supporter Groups, Community organisations, Regional Corporates & Volunteers. Through the provision of exceptional stewardship & fundraising support, you will engage the community, maximising opportunities to raise funds in the region. You will make the most of your boundless energy & creativity to inspire our community and will be the regional driving force, ensuring our Supporter Groups continue to thrive, & our annual Community Fundraising Campaigns including, The Big Bake & Twilight Walk Own Walks are a success.
You will be passionate about the role and in supporting the delivery of our strategic plans and objectives across the region.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
You’ll be a talented and highly motivated individual with a proven track record in community fundraising. With a “can do” approach, passion and enthusiasm, you’ll inspire and motivate our supporters. You will work tirelessly to ensure that they receive the best possible experience and see themselves as an integral part of our community. You will be confident in juggling a myriad of competing priorities and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. With exceptional communication skills & the ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders, you will be creative & agile in your approach in making the most from a fundraising opportunity.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Developing & implementing a Regional Community Fundraising Strategy 25/26.
- Achieving agreed regional fundraising KPIs & contributing to the overall delivery of annual fundraising budgets and targets.
- Recruiting, building and maintaining relationships with the community across the region. Aiming to increase their fundraising and encourage their ongoing participation in events and activities. This may be through community fundraising or using our fundraising products or initiatives.
- Recruiting, training and managing a network of regional volunteers who will support activity in the Region.
- Working collaboratively across the wider Charity Team to identify fundraising opportunities & maximise income in the region.
- Keeping our CRM fully up to date with information about our supporters and their activities. Using that data to understand what motivates our supporters in order to provide excellent stewardship.
The Brain Tumour Charity is the world’s leading brain tumour charity and the largest dedicated funder of research into brain tumours globally.



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Overall Purpose
To work and lead on setting clear standards for high quality gathering, recording, monitoring and use of data collected via our grant’s programmes and initiative, accessing this data to inform donor grant reports, infographic data sharing, donor reports and network reporting in an accurate and transparent way. Reporting to the Head of Impact you will be technically proficient in monitoring data use of the CRM systems. You will also work directly with the Senior Leadership team on initiatives requiring evidence of impact and return on investment. The Data Officer will work closely with colleagues across the Foundation contributing to the delivery of the Foundation’s Strategic Plan, vision, and values.
Responsibilities
To lead on the accurate recording, management, and accessibility of data gathered through the Foundations programmes and initiatives via our Salesforce CRM system and future platforms, including potential Social Value and Social Return on Investment models.
Support the grants team in recording and maintaining accurate data, ensuring records are complete, up-to-date, and compliant. Conduct routine system checks and regular data cleansing as required.
Support monitoring received from grantees, helping extract key data and learning, checked by Head of Impact.
Provide support to Head of Impact with Salesforce CRM training to internal teams to enhance data usage and impact measurement.
Performance Management
Collect, analyse, and present relevant data on a quarterly basis to support donor reporting.
Produce data driven reports aligned with the Donor Care Plan, ensuring accuracy in evaluation, impact measurement, and End of Grant reporting (quality checked by Head of Impact).
Develop and submit annual data reports for platforms such as 360 Giving, FREA (Funders for Race Equalities Alliance), IVAR and other partnership platforms aligned to BLCF work including UK Community Foundation Quality Assurance.
Provide insights and key learnings that demonstrate the effectiveness of grantmaking, inform strategic decisions, and highlight return on investment.
Relationship Management
Regularly connect and engage with wider Community Foundation network to ensure BLCF’s data systems remain fit for purpose and aligned with sector best practices.
Participate in cross-foundation learning initiatives to stay updated on trends in data-driven grantmaking and impact measurement.
Work with the Head of Business Development to provide insights from donor trends and grant impact data, supporting fundraising and partnership strategies.
Representing the Organisation
Maintain a strong understanding of community and charity sector issues to inform BLCF’s data strategy and grantmaking approach. Ensure relevant insights are shared across the team.
Develop and maintain an appropriate network of contacts within the grantmaking sector across BLCF’s geographic reach.
Serve as a BLCF ambassador, promoting the Foundations values and impact through data storytelling and sector engagement.
Be an ambassador for the work of the Foundation by demonstrating its values in the delivery of its work.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential:
- Some demonstrable experience in managing data systems and CRMs to ensure accurate data is recorded and record maintain for reporting purposes.
- Some understanding of the wider voluntary and charity sector.
- Excellent personnel skills and able to work effectively within a small team providing support across a width of areas.
- A self-starter, able to act on own initiative and to organise, plan and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and to demonstrate a professional approach in a range situation.
- Fully computer literate including Word, Excel, Power Point and use of databases, CRM and SROI models or similar.
- Able to demonstrate how diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) can be made integral to their work and service delivery.
- Committed to customer care and the provision of high-quality services
- Detail-oriented
- Punctual.
- Committed to learning and development.
- Ambitious, energetic and with an outward focus.
- Highly motivated, with an enthusiasm and determination to build the resources available and needed to support community needs across Bedfordshire.
- Creative and flexible in outlook.
- Strong commitment to the values of the Community Foundation.
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Some prior experience of grant-making or similar work.
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Track record of analysing and presenting data to inform decision-making and improve processes.
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Some previous experience of developing reports and insights for funders, donors, or key stakeholders.
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Research and data analysis; ability to process information accurately and write succinct reports.
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People with lived experience / professional experience of support for minoritised communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
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Understanding of need in the Bedfordshire County.
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Familiarity with legal and financial requirements for charities, community groups and social enterprises.
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Statutory sector experience such as; commissioning / procurement, police, health, etc.
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Proficient in use of Salesforce or similar CRM.
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Some knowledge and understanding of equality issues and legislation relating to the charity sector.
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Current driving licence and access to a vehicle.
This is an exciting time to join TCV and lead our newly created team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, confident individual - someone who wants to make a difference and is always willing to go the extra mile and leads by example.
Working directly with your team and the wider income generation team, you will be responsible for setting and implementing our strategic plan aligned to securing income through Trusts, Foundations and Lotteries - working with your team you will identify and develop funding proposals to those partners and stakeholders which sit outside our corporate partnership team.
With your team, you will look to develop innovative ideas and compelling proposals which enable TCV to connect even more people to the green spaces around them, across:
- Environment/nature
- Health and Wellbeing
- Learning and Skills
You will be responsible for developing and bringing to life this new approach for TCV - with an ambition to secure national and or multi-regional funding, enabling us to connect even more people to green spaces.
Ideally you will have already worked in the charity sector and are able to demonstrate experience in leading a team to secure an annual income in excess of £1m across various funding streams.
You should be confident in your ability to set ambitious goals and high standards - and be capable and experienced in leading and supporting a team to achieve both the goals and the standards. You will have ultimate responsibility for leading on both identifying and creating a pipeline of TFL funding streams to meet our annual income target.
As the lead for the TFL team, you must be confident in your ability to communicate our case for support to your team, and to both our internal and external stakeholders, ensuring our proposals are compelling, well thought out and deliver value and impact for both our funding partners and TCV.
We would expect you to be skilled and experienced in writing compelling funding applications and be able to critique and act as a sounding board for your teams own individual applications.
If you're looking for your next exciting senior role in the charity sector and feel you have the experience and drive to deliver this role - please get in touch.
You are going to lead a team with very big ambitions for 2025 and beyond!
The role will require some travel and overnight stays from time to time.
A full, clean or near clean UK driving licence is required for this post, which has been held for a minimum of one year.
To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
Connecting people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.



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Job Title: Senior Management Accountant
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Location: Coram Campus, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 1AZ
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people. We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
Coram’s established finance team works to protect the assets of Coram group of charities through the maintenance and development of a systematic process for financial control and review.Under the leadership of the Chief Finance Officer, the team manages the £25 m annual turnover for the group’s 12 established legal entities, providing financial and management information to the Committees, Boards and Senior Management Team to support effective decision-making on the strategic direction of the charity.
About the role
We require a senior management accountant to manage monthly management accounts reporting, budgets/forecasts, cashflow forecasting and annual statutory accounting for entities in the Coram Group.
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience of managing a team ensuring all financial and management accounting procedures, payroll processes, budget reporting and the systems for effective cash flow projections and management are in place.
You will have proven experience in a similar role in the charity/not for profit sector, particularly in the areas of planning and reporting, staff development and management of change. Knowledge of the SORP charitable finance regulations along with excellent IT skills are essential. Experience of using GP Dynamics or similar accounting software will be an advantage.
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.
Closing Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 at 23:59
Interview date (First Interview): TBC
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from, Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
Coram changes lives, laws and systems to create better chances for children, now and forever.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Clubhouse Social Café Manager
Department: Core
Reports to:Head of Business Services
Responsible for: Clubhouse Café staff & Trainees
Salary: 38,000- 42,000 (Dependent on Experience) plus potential for performance-related pay (dependent on café revenue targets)
Closing Date: 11th May 2025
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.
Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 150 members of staff.
The Role
The Clubhouse Social Café Manager will lead on the implementation of the of café (Due to open in October 2024) and will manage the Food and Beverage Operations in line with food, and health and safety regulations. You will be involved in the initial set-up of the facility.
You will be responsible for managing the day to day running of the café, providing a diverse of community and health wellbeing projects in collaboration with Trust Senior Manager - Health and Wellbeing. They will also manage and mentor staff and trainees to deliver an effective and inclusive service to customers.
About You
We are looking for a passionate, inspiring catering/hospitality specialist to lead on training, mentoring and the hospitality operation of our new Clubhouse Café at Gunnersbury Park. The café is part of the new Community Sports hub at the site and will also double as a social and community space linking into community projects for all ages. Projects will include mental and physical health with the space acting as a central meeting/training hub. In this capacity you will work closely with the Trust's Health and Wellbeing Senior Manager.
We are partnering with the homeless charity Change Please to create a West London training hub. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and training the café team. Our founder partners in the project are The University of West London (UWL) and the Premier League and Professional Footballers Association Fund. We are linking with the University to offer a range of immersive opportunities for their catering and business students and our Café Manager will link with them on a number of working projects.
The other aspect is the promotion and training in the importance of food, health and performance and the Manager will work with our Trust team to create innovative content and inspiring outreach programmes. Whilst we expect the Manager to have an active interest in food and nutrition, we plan to put some catering support and training in place to support the position.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has appropriate experience to lead the food and beverage side of the operation. They will be involved in the initial set-up of the facility (Due to open in Summer 2025) and the establishment of appropriate operation and health and safety procedures.
We have developed a sustainable business plan, however you will have the opportunity of contributing to the ongoing development plan. We have the benefit of understanding who our customers are, when they are, and even when they will arrive! This will need to be balanced with the social and community programme, and whilst it will be a challenge, it will also make for an enriched role in dealing with a range of people and organisations.
The Trust is a progressive, driven organisation with many facets. The Clubhouse will become one of our key hubs, also working with our stadium hub. This is a unique opportunity to combine sport and physical activity with nutrition and social projects. If you are up for the challenge of becoming part of our growing team, we would like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on the implementation of the café, including the setup, adherence to food and health safety and regulations, and staffing.
- Development and procurement of suppliers for café to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Contribute to and delivery of project-based business plans as directed by the CEO and Head of Social, Education and Health Hub.
- To organise and manage the preparation and presentation of food whilst ensuring agreed standards are maintained at all times, and that any special dietary needs are catered for.
- Adherence to HACCP and all other food safety regulations and COSHH regulations., ensuring the statutory requirements are met and all necessary records are maintained.
- Deal with customer feedback in a courteous, efficient and timely manner, monitoring and evaluating this feedback, making appropriate recommendations and taking action for service improvements.
- Working safely with kitchen equipment and ensuring that all other health and safety procedures are followed.
- To maintain a clean, healthy and safe working environment in accordance with guidelines.
- To mentor staff, trainees and work experience students in the effective operation of the facility.
- Deliver appropriate training to Clubhouse Café Staff, to foster a culture of excellent customer service.
- Stay informed about safeguarding policies, procedures, and best practices.
Essential Criteria
- Level 1,2 and 3 Food Safety Awards
- Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Award
- Awareness of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and chemical safety
- Experience of kitchen equipment
- Experience as a manager of operations and staff in a food and beverage business.
- Experience as a manager responsible for compliance, particularly health & safety and licensing, as well as finances in a food and beverage business.
- Experience in project management and meeting deadlines.
- Experience of supervising and training small groups of staff
- A working knowledge of budgets and gross profit margins
- Good team player
Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.
Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.
Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years.
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
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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!
For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.
We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
Brief role description:
The Communications Manager will play a key role in sharing the inspiring and powerful stories of our clients and the wider military community we support across the UK. They will be responsible for securing high-profile, meaningful media coverage that raises awareness of our mission to provide life-long, life-changing support, employment and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. As we mark our 140th anniversary, this is a pivotal time for the Communications Manager to develop and deliver an integrated communications strategy across PR, traditional and new media, social media, and public affairs. Reporting to the Head of Brand and Communications, you will work closely with the Marketing Manager and the Community Engagement Manager and their teams to ensure consistent and aligned messaging across all marketing and
communication activity.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Please visit the Charity Website
Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached.
What’s in it for you? Check out the Benefits sheet attached.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date Wednesday 14 May 2025.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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 looking for a Community Fundraiser who is an excellent communicator and an energetic self-starter. You are comfortable with working independently, but ready to utilise the support of colleagues across the Fund. Above all, you naturally build rapport to quickly establish relationships and develop innovative partnerships. No one day will be the same and as part of the regional team, you will be the local face and voice of the Fund on the ground. You will quickly build your understanding of the key influencers in your community, and you will ensure they understand what we do so they will want to be associated with the charity. You will be responsible for raising income through existing networks of supporters, volunteers and building new relationships within the RAF, community groups and local business.
The role is primarily community based in East Anglia and requires travel around the region (Cambridgeshire, London Kent, Essex & Suffolk) and occasional overnight stays. Some evening and weekend work is also required during the busier months at planned events when required. The candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the regions. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need a full UK driver’s license; to be Basic 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 Friday 3rd May 2025, 5.00pm.
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. This role requires a Basic DBS check. 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.
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Do you want to help millions of women in some of the world’s poorest countries succeed as entrepreneurs and work their own way out of poverty?
We are seeking an outstanding Human Resources (HR) Manager to support our dynamic, growing organisation.
The person we’re looking for will be an experienced, CIPD qualified HR professional who can ensure that policies and processes are in line with best practice and reflect Hand in Hand International’s values. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
About Hand in Hand International
At Hand in Hand, we help women beat the odds and succeed as entrepreneurs. The money they earn and the confidence they gain changes everything. Whole families and communities rise with them.
Since 2003, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, we’ve helped more than 5 million women launch small businesses that can stand the test of time. Some are smallholder farmers learning to stand up to climate change. Some are refugees starting a new life after running from conflict. Others are young women and girls with few opportunities, starting to dream – and plan – for the future.
Our members’ achievements (so far) include:
· 6.2 million new and improved jobs
· +93% average increase in monthly income
· 84% of women with the power to make decisions about their lives.
Hand in Hand International is based in Baker Street, central London, and we have a team of 27 employees. We have a flexible, hybrid, working policy that includes work-from-home Mondays and Fridays. Our team works with partners throughout the global Hand in Hand network, specialising in fundraising, strategic and programmes advice, and donor relations.
Roles and Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the HR Manager – a new post - will be the principal HR point of contact and lead on the full breadth of day-to-day HR matters. They will make a pivotal key contribution to our aim to be an employer of choice, and overall to be an inclusive and positive place to work. Key responsibilities include:
Employee relations – Ensure that all of our employment documents such as contracts, policies, procedures, staff briefings and our staff handbook are kept up to date, reflect best practice and UK employment law, and that they are being applied across the organisation. Providing as appropriate, related information and support to managers and employees.
Line manager support – Develop, and maintain, a handbook for line managers, supplemented with periodic guidance; review and meet learning and development needs to ensure line managers are well-supported and able to perform their roles effectively.
HR systems and processes – Manage the collection and recording of relevant information across a breadth of employment matters including attendance, recruitment processes, equality and diversity, performance management etc. Undertake research and analysis and support the Director of Finance in the preparation of their reports on employment matters.
Recruitment – Develop and support Hand in Hand’s recruitment, executing onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring these align with our aims and maximise our potential to recruit and retain a great team.
Change management - Support the implementation of a digital HR platform as part of a wider organisational systems upgrade project, led by the Digital Systems Manager, together with any future change projects that will enhance our HR services and the support we are able to provide to our managers and employees.
Pay and benefits – Carry out periodic benchmarks and reviews of employee pay and benefits, focussing on the sector we operate in.
Staff surveys – Carry out our annual staff survey, together with any additional temperature checks as required, presenting the findings and recommendations to the senior management team. Manage the implementation of any agreed changes and improvements to our employment arrangements following the surveys.
Projects and general support – Undertake HR projects as required and provide HR support to employees and line managers in the event of any queries as they arise. Additionally, take a proactive approach in providing guidance and suggestions for improvements, simplification and change as and when appropriate.
Skills and knowledge
· CIPD qualification level 5, or above
· A full understanding of UK employment law, HR functions and best practices
· Experience supporting small organisations (<50 employees) with establishing, and implementing, policies and procedures
· Able to prioritise with excellent time management
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Good analytical skills, with the ability to draw out useful information to inform reports and actions
· Excellent attention to detail
· Approachable, empathetic and able to deal with any employee issues calmly and swiftly
Desirable:
- An understanding of the charity sector
For more information about Hand in Hand International and the HR Manager role, please see the attached job specification.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position at Hand in Hand International, and how your experience and qualifications make you a suitable candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill are delighted to be recruiting a Director of Care and Communities on behalf of L’Arche UK, a national movement creating inclusive communities where people with and without learning disabilities share life together.
Location: Hybrid – London-based (or another L’Arche location with regular UK-wide travel)
Salary: £72,800 + London weighting if applicable
This is a senior executive role responsible for overseeing the quality, safety, sustainability and development of L’Arche’s supported living, community life and housing services across England, Scotland and Wales. You will lead a team of Regional and Community Leaders and specialists, champion innovation and best practice in relational care, and act as the Nominated Individual to CQC in England.
You will also play a major part in L’Arche’s leadership team — helping shape the organisation’s strategy, culture and future impact in line with its inspiring 2030 vision.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Deliver operational excellence and outstanding person-centred care
- Lead quality assurance, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance (CQC experience essential)
- Build financial sustainability across Communities
- Champion inclusion, voice and leadership for people with learning disabilities
- Inspire innovation, best practice and continuous improvement
- Model relational, values-based leadership at the heart of everything
You’ll bring proven experience leading social care or supported housing services at a senior level, with a passion for relational approaches to inclusion, community and care.
If this sounds like you and you’re looking for an exceptional leadership opportunity with a unique, values-driven organisation, please do get in touch!
How to apply
If you’re excited by this opportunity, please contact Lizzy Clark at Harris Hill at
Deadline for applications: Monday 26th May
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Corporate Partnerships Manager
Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager
Location: Hybrid – Hampshire / Stirling offices / Remote
Salary: £32,000 (FTE pro-rata) / £21,621
Hours: 25 hrs per week (flexible)
Contract: Permanent
About us:
Learning through Landscapes is the UK’s leading school grounds charity, dedicated to enhancing outdoor learning and play for all. Our vision is a society where the benefits of regular time outdoors are valued and appreciated, and outdoor learning, play and connection with nature is recognised as a fundamental part of education, at every stage, for every child and young person.
We have unrivalled expertise based on three decades of experience, practical action and research. With offices in England and Scotland and staff based across the UK, our team and our accredited network of outdoor learning experts have the capacity to work nationally and internationally. Visit our website for more information.
Main Purpose of the Post
To develop and maintain successful partnerships with corporate supporters and corporate foundations whose vision and goals align with Learning through Landscapes’ vision and mission. The role will focus on strategic, long-term, mutually beneficial relationships which help LtL achieve its mission through income generation and added value including staff volunteering, network-building, and probono support.
Specific Duties
New business development
• Develop and progress a pipeline of new business development to secure corporate partnerships.
• Develop and present engaging, creative and mutually beneficial proposals and applications for corporate partnerships.
• Support the Fundraising Lead to identify prospective corporate foundations.
• Support the Fundraising Lead with writing and submitting applications to corporate foundations.
• Collaborate with LtL’s Communications team to reach target audiences with compelling messaging.
• Research and attend relevant networking events to open new partnership opportunities.
Account management
• Provide excellent account management and stewardship to strengthen partnerships, deepen corporate employee engagement and ensure relationship longevity.
• Use data from LtL’s new Impact Measurement Framework to provide inspiring reports on what corporate partners have helped LtL to achieve.
• Work with colleagues to identify and facilitate additional opportunities for corporate engagement, including practical volunteering opportunities and pro-bono work.
Strategy and reporting
• Support the Management Team with the development of a Corporate Partnerships Strategy, including income targets and key performance indicators.
• Provide regular reports to the Management Team and stakeholders to measure progress towards targets.
• Keep comprehensive and accurate records of all fundraising activity.
General responsibilities
• Keep abreast of developments in UK fundraising and how these can benefit the work of LtL.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with regulations and guidance, including being GDPR compliant and following the Code of Fundraising Practice and Charity Commission guidance.
• Maintain a sound knowledge of LtL strategy, business plan and the case for investment in school grounds.
• Support organisational goals by contributing to cross-functional projects and initiatives.
What you’ll need:
• Experience of securing and managing corporate partnerships, ideally in the charity, education, or environmental sectors
• Proven ability to develop compelling proposals and presentations tailored to corporate audiences
• Strong relationship-building skills, with a track record of developing longterm, mutually beneficial partnerships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing funding proposals and impact reports
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how corporate social responsibility aligns with business objectives
• Confidence in networking and representing an organisation at external events
• Experience of planning and delivering partnership activities such as employee volunteering or pro-bono projects
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to deliver high-quality partnership experiences
• Knowledge of GDPR and fundraising regulations, including the Code of Fundraising Practice
• A commitment to the values and mission of Learning through Landscapes
What we offer:
• Flexible working
• Holiday, 28 days (pro-rata) + bank holidays + a “birthday gift” day
• Laptop, phone and all travel & subsistence expenses
• Family & carer friendly policies
• Training and CPD by agreement
• Sick pay
• Pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
• Subsidised Christmas meal
• Free office refreshments
• A supportive and welcoming team of colleagues.
We’re an equal opportunities employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We are actively seeking to increase diversity within our workforce and are committed to recruiting the best people on the objective basis of their skills, ability and experience. We offer a guaranteed interview to eligible applicants who choose to opt-in to the scheme and can demonstrate that they have at least 50% of the “What You’ll Need” list. To be eligible to apply via the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, you must be from an ethnic minority. Please state clearly in your covering letter if you are applying under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
We are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact the HR Manager, Sarah Knott - contact details on website
To apply: Please send the following, see details on our website
• Your CV
• A covering letter explaining in no more than one side of A4, your interest in the role and the skills and knowledge you have that make you an ideal candidate
• Contact details (including email address and phone number) of two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer.
The recruitment process:
The deadline for applications is 8 am on Monday 2nd June 2025.
If you have not heard from us by 5 pm on Tuesday 3rd June 2025, you have not been shortlisted.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview either via Teams or at our offices in Eastleigh, Hampshire on Thursday 19th June 2025.
Candidates will be informed of the outcome of the interviews by Friday 20th June 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Title: Fundraising Manager
Reports to: Fundraising Director
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Based from one of our RTS offices with the expectation of at least 2 days a week in the office, with some flexibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval.
Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 Hours) Worked between Monday- Friday
Salary: £44,261 - £47,868 (5% employer pension contribution, Medicash and group life assurance, 27 days annual leave per annum for FTE plus bank holidays)
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Role Summary
We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who is passionate about collaboration and community-led change. If you believe in the power of strong, connected communities, this role is for you. You will need good organisational skills, energy and the ability to listen, build relationships, and inspire collaboration, which is essential in creating positive, lasting change.
As a Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for managing a mixed portfolio of supporters with a view to growing this pool to deliver a mixture of revenue which can sustain and grow our ambitions and work. This will involve taking responsibility for nurturing and growing an existing philanthropic pool of funders whilst identifying, cultivating and mapping new high value opportunities, in excess of £75k. For your portfolio you will manage donor acquisition strategies, proposal writing and stewardship and supporter journey planning.
The role involves securing funding from various sources, including trusts, corporations, and individuals, to support the charity’s mission. This includes developing and maintaining strong donor relationships, managing a portfolio of donors, and managing fundraising pipelines.
The ideal candidate will therefore be proactive, results-driven, and skilled in developing insight-led strategies, managing solicitations, along with the ability to create processes, gather insights, and propose budgets. You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement, have a proactive attitude and be comfortable in suggesting new and/or better ways of working. You’ll enjoy a challenging and fulfilling environment, working with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
Key Objectives:
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As a member of the Fundraising team, you will work across all parts of the fundraising process, from prospect research all the way through to the fundraising ask.
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You will work collaboratively within the Fundraising team and the wider organisation to develop compelling fundraising proposals for corporate donors, high net worth individuals, community appeals and trusts and foundations.
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You will seek out and identify patterns of prospect and funder data and behaviours which inform our growth and generate ideas and solutions
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You will problem solve with others enabling planning and anticipation of challenges and opportunities
Fundraising Objectives:
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Develop a high value pipeline of prospects and funders which has a balanced approach across acquisition, retention and uplift to meet team targets and which provides the best supporter experience.
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Manage a personal portfolio through all stages of the fundraising cycle, within an overall fundraising team target, demonstrating an understanding of how to mitigate risk, maximise return on investment and give a focus to unrestricted income generation.
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Manage and cultivate prospect and funder relationships in their entirety, with responsibility for planning briefings, proposal writing, stakeholder engagement, reporting, stewardship, delivery, and evaluation.
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Research, prepare, and submit high-quality grant applications to charitable trusts, foundations, and other funding bodies utilising different funder approaches including bids, applications, proposals and EOIs, all delivering high-quality experiences and materials to secure funding.
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Monitor and report on the progress of fundraising activities and grant applications, providing regular updates to the management team.
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Plan and write bespoke engagement plans (e.g. stewardship reports), including report-writing and impact analysis, and coordinating event and PR milestone activities.
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Work with internal & external stakeholders to develop new projects and ensure donor requirements and engagement opportunities are met.
Team and Operational Objectives:
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Help colleagues and supporters overcome any challenges and maximise their fundraising efforts.
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Manage your time and workload, and utilise our given processes, systems, and parameters to overcome barriers
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Support funder account management and compliance through planning, financial budgeting, and record keeping.
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Ensure that systems and processes are effective, and that our database is updated and utilised as the central source of information for recording income, supporter interactions and reporting.
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Ensure all supporters are appropriately thanked and help develop specific supporter journeys.
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Identify potential funding opportunities and contribute to philanthropic discovery exercises across new territories and themes
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Build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders from corporate partners through to community groups.
Please note the key responsibilities of this role are described above. They may be subject to reasonable changes from time to time in line with business needs.
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Person Specification
Experience (essential)
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Experience in a charity fundraising role.
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A successful track record of building strong internal and external relationships and generating income from a broad range of funders
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Experience in fundraising preferably from Trust and Foundations; both family, corporate and individual, and partnership bid development.
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Experience in all aspects of donor cultivation (research, writing, follow-up, and stewardship), required
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Experience closing gifts at the six-figure level, including complex gifts using a variety of giving vehicles
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Pipeline development and management thereof, to ensure multi year planning and team financial target contributions are reflected.
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Proven track record in achieving financial and non-financial targets and in forecasting/ setting KPI’s
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Experience in identifying and acquiring new business opportunities and creatively retaining long term funder relationships
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Knowledge of prospect research techniques
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Maintaining a library of templated materials
Experience (desirable)
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Knowledge of place-based fundraising
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Experience working with under-represented communities
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Enthusiastic “all hands-on deck” style team player; able to operate and collaborate across multiple teams and thrive in a fast-paced culture
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Advancing or building digital capabilities to support work activities
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Managing relationship milestones in collaboration with colleagues to include performance tracking, solicitations and reporting
Skills (essential)
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Commitment to the aims and ethos of Right to Succeed and a genuine desire to bring about positive change for children and young people.
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Knowledge or experience in a broad range of high value income generation practices and legislation
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Highly proactive and organised, with strong project management skills including multitasking and attention to detail
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An ability to identify, research and qualify potential donors and explore networks.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to different audiences and craft compelling grant proposals
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Ability to nurture, develop and promote effective relationships and communicate with colleagues, community members and funders
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Strong cross team planning and organisation skills ensuring lead time processes for tight deadlines, consultation and proofing
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Experience in utilising a range of printed and electronic resources and in working with databases to build a strong pipeline of funding and diverse portfolio of supporters
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Confident networker and relationship builder with excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills
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Understanding of financial planning and business plans, ability to analyse accounts and data to inform funder activities, decision making and forecasting.
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Demonstrable IT skills and the ability to learn detailed processes quickly and accurately.
Qualifications & knowledge (desirable)
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Awareness of local areas, key challenges and understanding of current contexts
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In-depth knowledge of education improvement and community development
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Demonstrated experience with Google Suite, fundraising CRM, project management tools
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CIOF or equivalent sector membership or qualification
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Sector Peer Network Participation and knowledge building
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Fundraising compliance knowledge – inc Data Protection and Due Diligence
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Timetable
Applications invited by 12:00pm Monday 19th May 2025
First Stage Interviews: Ongoing as applications received
This will be a two-stage interview process with a task to be prepared for stage 2.
Please note we will be interviewing candidates as applications are received and may close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is identified. Candidates are advised to apply as early as possible.
These dates may be subject to change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Funding Officer to join our team in Wales. This is a fixed term, full time post until March 2026 (open to a conversation on flexible working and job share)
Depending on your location and preference, you will be based in either the Cardiff or Newtown office. You are welcome to be based in the office full time, or a combination of home and office working. You will need to travel within Wales to work with community groups and charities, and to other offices across the UK to work with colleagues.
As a Funding Officer serving our Mid & West Wales region, (Bridgend, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, Powys and Swansea).
- You will assess requests for funding and manage grants using local knowledge, best practice, thematic expertise, and the experience of customers and stakeholders to improve our grant making and inform our decision making. By working closely with people and communities, you will understand what matters to them and where our funding can make the biggest difference.
- You will be responsible for supporting local people and communities in Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot, and have a strong understanding of our vision, being able to adapt your approach to the wishes of the people you are working with.
- You’ll also need to support our stakeholders, helping them to make connections that will help them achieve their goals.
- You will be responsible for the pipeline of projects in Bridgend and Neath Port Talbot, understanding and responding to the different needs of our customers by providing advice and considered feedback, and be willing to have challenging but constructive conversations. Funding Officers will ensure our grant management and assessment play an effective part in contributing to the Fund’s knowledge and learning as a grant maker.
- You will manage your own caseload, liaise with grant recipients, undertake project visits, identify and manage risk, supporting organisations to deliver their projects and measure their impact.
Interview Date: Week commencing 19th May 2025 (Mon-Wed) - Virtual
Location: Wales - Cardiff or Newtown office including Hybrid Working (home working and working in community).
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential:
- Understanding of strengths-based approaches to working with people and communities in Bridgend/Neath Port Talbot.
- Ability to analyse information, including financial data and project plans in order to make written funding recommendations to decision-makers.
- Remain calm under pressure and handle multiple and competing priorities, supporting others when needed.
- Experienced in providing great customer service.
Desirable:
- The ability to communicate in Welsh fluently (spoken and written).
- Knowledge of the wider funding context
- Ability to learn from our funded projects and share that learning for the benefit of the wider organisation.
- Confident in presenting to a wide range of audiences.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.