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The Royal Astronomical Society is seeking a dynamic Head of Membership. Reporting to the Executive Director, this newly created, hands-on, role will lead our membership team to develop and deliver our membership strategy, increase engagement, participation and inclusivity, and play a pivotal role in growing our membership through retention and recruitment.
About the Role
As Head of Membership, you will:
- Develop and deliver a compelling membership strategy aligned with our mission.
- Drive growth, retention, and engagement through innovative campaigns and state-of-the-art member experiences.
- Oversee membership operations, marketing, and customer service.
- Lead a talented team (Membership Officer, Marketing & Events Officer, Awards & Grants Officer).
- Champion member needs across the organisation and represent us in sector-wide initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive forward member acquisition, retention, and engagement, setting and monitoring appropriate KPIs.
- Design data-driven campaigns and value propositions.
- Manage budgets, resources, and compliance.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Provide secretariat support to the Membership Committee.
About You
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a membership-focused role.
- Proven success in increasing membership and improving member satisfaction.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent networking and collaboration abilities.
- Tech-savvy with CRM/membership systems experience.
- Willingness to travel occasionally in the UK and overseas.
Why Join Us?
As Head of Membership and a part of our senior leadership team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Society, ensuring members are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive, inclusive environment and opportunities for professional growth.
Application process
To apply submit your CV and a covering letter outlining the skills, knowledge and experience that would make you a great fit for the role.
The Royal Astronomical Society is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
The RAS has a legal responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, you need to be eligible to work in the UK.
This job advertisement is intended to convey essential job functions and requirements. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The RAS reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organisational needs.
Closing date for applications:
11.59pm on Monday 17 November 2025
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Interim Director of Finance & Resources – FTC until 31 December 2026 (with possibility for extension/ permanent)
The Director of Finance & Resources role is a pivotal position at Leukaemia UK. You will be part of the Senior Management Team reporting to the Chief Executive, working closely with them and fellow Directors to drive the charity’s long-term business strategy and organisational culture. You will oversee the day to day Financial, HR, IT, and Facilities Management operations, and work closely with the CEO on charity governance.
You will be an exceptional people leader, able to inspire and motivate team at all levels, and galvanise a high performing, values driven culture. You will be values-driven and passionate about being part of an organisation that will make a difference to people’s lives.
Leukaemia UK – Our Charity
We are a ‘small but mighty’ charity with one big ambition: to stop leukaemia devastating lives. Over the next 10 years we want to help save and improve the lives of more people with leukaemia through finding and funding life-changing research, awareness and advocacy.
Despite progress in recent decades, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a blood cancer every 16 minutes and survival rates are among some of the worst of any cancer. And the physical and psychological impact can be lifelong.
Over the next 5 years we plan to increase our investment in ground-breaking world class research and policy development focused on improving access to kinder, more effective diagnosis, treatment and care for leukaemia. To do this, we have embarked on a period of significant growth, investing strategically to grow our income, profile, influence, and engagement and impact.
The Director of Finance and Resources is key to our strategy and to leading the charity to the next level as part of the Senior Leadership Team. We are looking for an experienced Director to help us lead the transition from one strategy to the next in 2026 by leading our financial planning and reporting, together with our people first culture. The role of Director of Finance and Resources is central to almost every area of our work. You will be responsible for:
· effective financial management,
· people and organisational design and culture,
· governance and legal,
· IT and premises.
This role is an exciting opportunity to support Leukaemia UK to make a huge impact on the lives of people diagnosed with leukaemia and other blood cancers over the coming years, by working as part of a professional, highly motivated Senior Leadership Team that works hard to achieve our goals and bring our values to life in every aspect of our work.
We want to ensure that there is a diversity of perspectives across the charity, which are truly representative of the communities and individuals we serve. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups with the relevant skills and experience, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities across a broad age- range.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, the post holder will be able to work strategically, autonomously and collaboratively as a critical member of the Senior Leadership Team which consists of this role and a Director of Research & Advocacy, Director of Fundraising, and Director of Communications. You will have responsibility for working with the Board and managing the Finance Committee, People & Culture Committee and Remuneration Committee. The post holder will consistently embody our values of bold, curious and collaborative in their strategic leadership of the Directorate.
You will be able to step into the role quickly, already being experienced in senior financial leadership alongside oversight of other support functions. Your background could be within the charity sector or other dynamic organisations, and you will bring a real drive to be part of making something great! The role mixes strategic oversight with hands-on doing as is usual in smaller organisations, and you will be comfortable balancing these ways of working.
Team
We are a close-knit team, who are all passionate about Leukaemia UK and putting those affected by the disease at the heart of everything we do. We are all focused on “keeping it real” with pragmatic, practical solutions, as well as ensuring that our charity maximises voluntary income to invest in invest in more life-changing research, so that we can continue to have impact for those with a leukaemia diagnosis.
From us you can expect all the laughter you can handle, as well as great challenge and support. We are all about delivering exceptional supporter experience and making a real difference to people’s lives.
Leukaemia UK and You
This role requires managing several internal disciplines and external partners, and is a great role for someone looking to develop and evolve a relatively new directorate, enhancing organisational capability in key areas. You will have real autonomy in your work and get stuck into a range of disciplines, helping to drive us forward and make an impact for all those affected by leukaemia.
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Qualified accountant.
- Successful track record in leading a finance function, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit organisation.
- Previous experience in managing external audit, risk management, payroll, pension, and procurement functions.
- Successful track record in line management, building teams and engaging working climates, where staff are motivated, performing to a high standard and engaged.
- Experience building an inclusive culture and creating workplace systems and processes in line with this culture.
- Evidence of working with board members and other senior management to help deliver strategic objectives, good governance and financial priorities.
- Evidence of identifying new strategic initiatives and leading change.
Desirable
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Experience in leading one or all of HR, IT, Legal, Premises highly desirable.
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Experience of leading Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion within an organisation.
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Experience in a governance role as a Trustee or equivalent.
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Experience of working with outsourced providers.
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Experience of interim roles.
Skills and Abilities
- A proven ability to think and act strategically.
- Evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Sharp commercial acumen; able to spot opportunities and make connections.
- Strong and effective leadership and management skills - supporting, involving and guiding staff so they feel valued, inspired and empowered to succeed.
- Strong communicator with the ability to tailor communications to suit a range of different audiences.
- Ability to operate effectively at all levels across the organisation, with proven influence and persuasion skills at board level.
- A highly organised, meticulous and thorough approach to work.
Styles and Behaviours
- Highly personable – a genuine ʻpeople personʼ – who can secure the confidence of others quickly and help build a diverse and effective culture.
- True team player who can thrive in a highly collegiate environment where matrix working is the norm.
- Results orientated with high standards and a strong can-do attitude and a sense of personal responsibility.
- Tenacious and resilient, with a positive and enthusiastic mind-set.
- A strong empathy with and understanding of the work that the Charity do – supporting life changing care for patients.
- Willing to take a hands-on approach when necessary, and lead by example.
Together we can find and fund the research that matters most to people living with blood cancer.
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!
The Head of Fundraising will lead all fundraising activities, overseeing the full spectrum of income generation to support our mission of empowering young people through football and education. This is an extremely exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to lead on fundraising for an organisation which has barely scratched the surface of the fundraising landscape. There is autonomy over the direction of travel with a lot of support from the CEO on ideas and future programmes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Strategic Fundraising Leadership
o Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to grow income across all streams, aligning with the Foundation’s goals.
o Set long-term targets for income growth, monitoring progress and adapting strategies to capitalise on emerging opportunities.
o Act as a key ambassador, representing the Foundation at senior-level meetings with funders and corporate leaders to secure support.
· Trusts, Foundations, and Statutory Funding
o Lead on securing multi-year grants from major trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies, producing compelling applications and stewardship reports.
o Manage a portfolio of high-value trust relationships, cultivating new leads and ensuring personalised engagement to maximise funding.
o Oversee statutory funding bids, including government departments and local authorities, to support programme.
· Philanthropy, Major Donors, and Individual Giving
o Build and steward a portfolio of major donors and philanthropists, networking to identify prospects and delivering tailored proposals to secure gifts.
o Develop individual giving campaigns, including digital appeals and supporter journeys, to grow recurring donations and engage a broader donor base.
o Foster long-term relationships through personalised stewardship, ensuring high levels of donor satisfaction and retention.
· Corporate Partnerships and Brand Collaborations
o Secure corporate partnerships for sponsorships, employee volunteering, and content production, leveraging the Foundation’s football focus to attract partners.
o Collaborate with the marketing team to align corporate engagement with brand visibility and impact storytelling.
o Negotiate and manage partnerships that provide financial support, in-kind contributions, or co-branded initiatives to enhance programme delivery.
· Events and Community Fundraising
o Plan and oversee fundraising events, such as corporate football tournaments, charity matches, and supporter evenings, to raise funds and build engagement.
o Manage event logistics, budgets, and partnerships to ensure successful delivery and measurable ROI.
· Digital Fundraising and Innovation
o Support digital fundraising strategies, including online campaigns, social media appeals, and email marketing to grow donor acquisition and retention.
o Champion the use of AI and new technologies to optimise fundraising processes, such as personalised donor communications and data analysis.
o Ensure robust data management in CRM systems to track donor interactions, compliance with GDPR, and fundraising performance.
· Team Management and Cross-Team Collaboration
o Work with programme delivery, marketing, and operations teams to create compelling propositions and gather impact data for fundraising materials.
o Ensure all fundraising complies with legal, ethical, and governance standards, mitigating risks and upholding transparency.
· Safeguarding
o Ensure all fundraising activities, events, and donor engagements comply with the Foundation’s safeguarding policies, including DBS checks and risk assessments.
Person Specification
· Essential Skills and Experience:
o Proven track record of securing significant funding across multiple streams, such as trusts, statutory bodies, philanthropy, corporates, and events.
o Experience leading a fundraising team, with strong people management and mentoring skills.
o Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling proposals, reports, and pitches tailored to diverse audiences.
o Strategic thinker with demonstrated success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to achieve income growth.
o Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
o Knowledge of fundraising regulations, governance, and compliance, including GDPR and ethical standards.
o Proficiency in CRM systems, data analysis, and digital fundraising tools.
o Passion for the Kinetic Foundation’s mission, with an understanding of challenges faced by disadvantaged young people in London.
o Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
· Desirable Skills and Experience:
o Experience in sport-for-good or youth-focused charities, particularly with football-based programmes.
o Knowledge of AI and digital innovations in fundraising.
o Track record of managing high-profile events or brand partnerships.
o Familiarity with London’s philanthropic and corporate landscape.
· Personal Attributes:
o Ambitious and proactive, with a growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning.
o Collaborative and supportive, able to inspire teams and build positive relationships.
o Resilient and calm under pressure, with strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities.
o Ethical and transparent, with a focus on delivering measurable impact.
We use football to engage and inspire young people, so that they are empowered to complete post-16 education and achieve their full potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job overview
The role will focus on growing the value of funding from large trusts and foundations globally, as well as from corporate foundations and institutional funders via consortium partnerships with larger conservation actors.
The role will oversee grant and contract management with existing organisational and institutional partnerships, as well as grow this portfolio through developing a robust pipeline of new opportunities, finding creative ways to secure visibility and first meetings, developing relationships, compelling funding applications and ensuring strong contract management oversight.
The role will lead a team of two, work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues based in the US and UK to secure visibility with and develop strong long-term partnerships with new Trusts and Foundations; and work closely with colleagues in Kenya to ensure strong project delivery and grant management. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the implementation of the Trusts & Foundations (T&Fs) programme with a particular focus on growing the portfolio of large T&Fs in the USA, UK and European markets;
- Work with fundraising colleagues across priority markets and with communications colleagues, using innovative and proactive approaches to business development and relationship building to unlock visibility opportunities and develop relationships with new prospects; in order to develop and maintain a strong pipeline of high-value funding opportunities.
- Continue to oversee the current ‘programme funding’ portfolio which includes existing institutional funding partnerships and corporate foundation relationships in Kenya, ensuring that ongoing and new opportunities where they exist are capitalised on.
- Collaborate closely with and provide technical expertise to Ol Pejeta’s Project Implementation function in Kenya to develop and embed ‘programme funding’ systems, policies, processes, to ensure that the organisation works to the highest standards in grant management;
- Oversee collaboration and co-working with Ol Pejeta’s Programme teams and other colleagues to ensure high quality project design content is translated into technical proposals and budgets for donors;
- Work closely with Kenya’s implementation function to support strong project delivery and contract management.
- As a Head of, actively contribute to team and department objectives through decision making and action on planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
Key Activities
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer with overall strategy development, implementation and adaptation;
- Work closely with the Chief Fundraising Officer to ensure operational and budget planning, management and reporting of resources;
- Oversee the T&F team’s operational planning processes, annual reporting and core performance monitoring;
- Strategic coordination of multiple stakeholders in proposal development processes (programme experts, internal stakeholders, partners and donors);
- Build strong relationships across all departments of the organisation and with existing and new partners;
- Support the recruitment process/selection/appointment of fundraising staff across the department.
Strategic leadership delivery and management of Trusts and Foundations priority in the global fundraising strategy.
- Develop and implement tactics for T&Fs that support Ol Pejeta to meet its overall strategic objectives;
- Ensure that the relevant parts of the Fundraising strategy, planning and practice is adaptive to both internal and external changes and that the team adopts innovative approaches to its work;
- Effectively integrate T&F team objectives and outcomes into wider Ol Pejeta income targets and programme priorities.
Business development and management
- Proactively cultivate relationships with key prospects, donors and partners (with particular focus on US, UK and European markets);
- Network both internally and externally to ensure relevant stakeholder participation and intelligence gathering in various fora;
- Lead and coordinate proposal development, including budgeting, with programme teams and finance;
- Collaborate with Ol Pejeta’s communications and marketing department to ensure communication activities appeal to donor interests, promote our partnerships and help to position Ol Pejeta as a partner of choice;
- Research and share trends and intelligence on T&Fs, and develop relationships that strategically position the organisation to mobilise resources from new and existing donors.
Support effective grant & risk management and compliance
- Support the development and implementation of improved business policies to facilitate improved management of and accountability for T&F funding and other larger institutional partnerships;
- Provide quality assurance and technical backstopping on reporting and general compliance, in line with organisational and donor requirements;
- Guide the negotiation of strategic grants/contracts to ensure the organisation signs up to appropriate contractual requirements;
- Advise on the interpretation and application of donor rules, regulations, processes and procedures;
- Provide guidance and capacity building on grant cycle management to colleagues across the organisation.
People Management, Financial Management and Departmental contributions
- Provide inductions to staff across the organisation on T&Fs and institutional funding opportunity;
- Build, motivate and effectively collaborate with teams remotely;
- Conduct probationary reviews and annual performance management reviews for direct line management staff;
- Support the Chief Fundraising Officer to have oversight of the team budget lines;
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in the global fundraising team based in different geographical locations
- Contribute to overall departmental processes and initiatives;
- Act within the parameters set by the organisation on financial policies and procedures.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Management
- Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration to strengthen fundraising and grant management skills across the organisation;
- Oversee the development and maintenance of information systems and tools for sharing donor policies and guidelines, funding opportunities and best practice across the organisation;
- Keep pace with international developments and engage with other INGOs to keep abreast of opportunities and global trends in T&F fundraising.
Education, Language & Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent in a relevant field preferably Fundraising / International Development;
- Excellent verbal and written communication with fluency in English;
- Language skills in Swahili and German advantageous.
Essential Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Relevant experience working in an international NGO or philanthropy environment with diverse workforce;
- Experience in Trusts & Foundation fundraising across international markets;
- Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with trusts and foundation donors (or others) to secure six figure grants;
- Substantial experience cultivating and managing donor and stakeholder relationships;
- Exceptional interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrable proactivity in business development;
- Strong technical proposal writing and budget skills;
- Strong ability to manage staff and influence team members remotely;
- Ability to manage and facilitate complex projects and processes;
- Experience working on the African continent with a deep knowledge of conservation and community development;
- Willingness to travel internationally as required;
- Willingness to be on call for donor enquiries out of hours.
Desirable Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Tendering and project management experience;
- Knowledge of conservation finance including the biodiversity credit market;
- Personal network of contacts and relationships in T&Fs;
- Experience in developing complex institutional funding bids;
- Understanding of developments in alternative finance for conservation;
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
With a new CEO and an ambitious and inspiring new strategy being developed, Smart Works are looking for a skilled and analytical Director of Finance to drive organisational financial strategy at a time of significant change and growth.
The Director of Finance will act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, and provide financial reporting for the board, working closely with the Treasurer. As part of the SLT, the post holder will be responsible for the financial management and strategic financial planning for our London centres and Group staff, as well as supporting our 12 centres nationally, operating within a federated structure. In addition, the post holder will provide wider leadership as part of a multi-disciplinary team to drive positive outcomes for our clients.
For full details, please see the attached job pack, and submit your application via our online portal by 12 noon on Friday 31st October.
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People and Training Manager Part-time 21 hours (£45,500 pro rata) remote
Are you passionate about building feminist, people-centred workplaces? We're looking for a compassionate and organised People and Training Manager to lead our internal HR function at GFS. You'll manage day-to-day HR operations, coordinate recruitment and training, and act as the key point of contact for our outsourced HR partner.At GFS, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team can thrive.
About Girls Friendly Society
Established in 1875, GFS is one of the oldest UK registered charities working to support girls and young women. We believe in challenging gender inequality by empowering girls and young women. We achieve this by providing groups and opportunities for girls and young women to build friendships, gain confidence, and learn that they are unstoppable. We deliver a programme of activities designed to develop socio-emotional skills such as confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing, and resilience, and recruit and train women volunteers to run those activities in a space designed for girls and young women. We prioritise working in areas of disadvantage.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
GFS is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from marginalised communities including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, disabled people, and those from underrepresented groups.
As part of our commitment to equitable recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates from marginalised communities who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are also committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive process.
Why Join Us?
As part of our organisation, you'll enjoy:
- Remote working with annual in-person opportunities to connect with colleagues 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays
- Long service leave after two years
- GFS Pension Scheme with 7.5% employer contribution
- We embrace flexible working and support our employees to work in ways that suit their individual circumstances and responsibilities
- 24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket loan
- Annual EDI Learning Days
- Study time and personal training budget nto support your professional development
Key Dates
- Closing date: Noon, Monday 17th November 2025
- Informal Q&A (optional): 3pm on Tuesday 11th November 2025
- Interviews: Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Risk & Assurance Manager to join our Chief Executive Office. You will provide high quality support to the Head of Audit, Risk & Governance in the implementation and oversight of effective risk management and assurance policies and procedures for the whole organisation.
You will attend the Audit & Risk Committee and other board committees from time to time to present on risk and assurance. With experience of delivering 2nd line risk and assurance activities within large, complex or heavily regulated organisation, you will be effective in building professional relationships and influencing and collaborating with colleagues from all disciplines and at all levels.
This role is not open to sponsorship.
Staff benefits include shuttle bus, and more… Read more below.
Role Requirements
- Your main objectives is to support the board and senior leadership team in ensuring the charity continues to deliver high-quality, safe, effective and financially sustainable services for vulnerable children now and in the longer-term;
- Under the guidance of the Head of Risk, Audit & Governance, and in collaboration with key stakeholders across the organisation, coordinate and manage the implementation and ongoing development of the charity’s risk management framework; risk policies, risk appetite statement; “risk universe” and board assurance framework / assurance map;
- Undertake deep dive risk assessments and provide assurance over the effectiveness of internal controls from time to time as required by Audit & Risk Committee;
- Undertake a quarterly review of key financial controls and report findings to the Finance, Finance, Investments & Resources Committee and Audit & Risk Committee;
- Monitor and report on the implementation of agreed management actions designed to strengthen risk mitigation strategies / close compliance gaps and provide assurance on these to SLT and trustees.
- Prepare the risk update for SLT, the board and each of its committees including risk heat maps and key risk indicators for the charity’s principal risks.
- Establish effective working relationships with other second line risk, quality and compliance functions and periodically monitor the effectiveness of their activities.
- Liaise with SLT directors to ensure departmental risk registers are in place and appropriately maintained.
- Facilitate risk workshops and provide online training on TCT’s risk management policy and procedures. Meet regularly with risk owners to review risk responses and progress with actions. Ensure there is an effective process of escalation of significant risks to SLT and trustees;
- Prepare an annual review of the effectiveness of internal control and risk management for the Audit & Risk Committee;
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
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Terms and Conditions
Strictly no agencies, please.
As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.
About Us
The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
Staff Benefits
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment.
We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.
Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher’s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rehabilitation of Offenders
Many roles at The Children’s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children’s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.
Online Searches
In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
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!
Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity to join us as Chief of Staff, supporting our CEO and Executive Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key part in shaping Save the Children's leadership agenda and in ensuring that internal operations run effectively and transparently.
Note: This is a hybrid position and will require being based in our Farringdon office three days per week, with some out-of-hours work and UK/international travel depending on the CEO's schedule and key events.
About Us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About the role
As Chief of Staff, you will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, driving alignment across the organisation's priorities, facilitating effective decision-making, and enabling a strong internal culture through communications and engagement.
The CEO's office sits at the heart of organisation and is frequently the first point of contact for numerous individuals and organisations, both national and international. It's an exciting place to work and we need a motivated and organised self-starter to help support our CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
In this role, your key performance outcomes will include:
• Strategic Leadership Alignment and Delivery
The CEO's priorities and agenda are proactively managed and aligned with organisational strategy. Executive leadership meetings are well-coordinated, with clear decisions, follow-through, and cross-functional collaboration that drives delivery of strategic objectives.
• Engaged and Connected Organisation
Senior leadership internal communications and engagement initiatives effectively connect staff to the mission, strategy, and leadership. Organisational updates, messaging, and all-staff events strengthen trust, morale, and understanding across all levels of the organisation.
• Trusted Executive Operations and Stakeholder Support
Deliver high-quality, timely briefings, speeches, stakeholder communications and advice to the CEO. Relationships with internal and external partners are supported through clear messaging and reputational awareness, enabling the CEO and ELT to engage with influence and collborate with maximum impact.
• High-Performing and Accountable Team
Direct reports have a clear purpose, are motivated, supported, autonomous and accountable. Safeguarding, compliance, and risk awareness are embedded in all operations, and the CEO Office runs efficiently, with streamlined systems that support responsive and agile leadership.
• Ensure the development and implementation of Safeguarding procedures relevant to the role including identifying Safeguarding risks, supporting safe reporting mechanisms, and promoting compliance with safeguarding standards and best practice to protect children, community members, staff and volunteers from harm.
About you
To be successful, it is important that you demonstrate:
• Excellent strategic decision making, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and planning skills, including ability to think creatively and innovate.
• Superior organisational skills and the ability to work quickly, calmly and efficiently under pressure, producing high quality work to tight deadlines.
• Understanding of the policy and content of Save the Children's work.
• An agile mindset and approach, with the ability to adapt plans and review approaches, the willingness to constantly learn, including from positive and constructive feedback, and to work in ambiguity and emergence.
• Ability to develop strong relationships and collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues, networks, leaders, and managers.
• Experience in a leadership role and of people management.
• Commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission and values.
What we offer you:
Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance.
• We focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health and wellbeing both in and outside of work.
• We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. You can read more about our benefits here.
To learn more about the position, please review the Job Description on our website.
Ways of Working:
The role will require being based in our Farringdon office three days per week, with some out-of-hours work and UK/international travel depending on the CEO's schedule and key events.
Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think.
We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Would you like to work in a forward-looking, agile, innovative, faith-based charity? One where you can bring your current skills and experience and develop your career through our global training partner.
From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.
Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modelling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists, special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.
Main purpose of the role
As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of our fundraising strategy, working closely with the Executive Director, the Finance Team, the Insight Fundraising Officer and the Trust and Foundations consultants. The Fundraising Manager will develop existing income streams and strengthen stakeholder and supporter engagement. As Fundraising Manager, you’ll work closely with other global team members to review and implement our fundraising strategy in line with our strategic goals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Play a leading role in the development and delivery of ICC’s fundraising strategy and the success of direct marketing, telemarketing and online campaigns to generate cash, regular giving and Gift Aid.
- Plan, research and implement all aspects of direct marketing aimed at acquiring and retaining new and existing supporters.
- Establish a robust donor stewardship strategy, building strong relationships with existing and potential donors and increasing donor retention and engagement
- Lead on the cultivation and stewardship of partnerships with churches.
- To manage the direction and relationship with our Trust and Foundation consultants by collaborating in the research, writing and submitting targeted Trust applications and report on grants awarded.
- Work with the team to support the legacy giving strategy, to maximise long-term income.
- To have oversight of the in-house CRM database (Microsoft D365). Work with the team to develop competency in the effective use of our CRM database as part of our donor stewardship and reporting structure.
- To assist and promote ICCs presence at fundraising and other events.
- Manage the ongoing development and implementation of a regular giving strategy and donor care to reduce attrition rates.
- Regularly monitor and evaluate direct marketing campaigns, Trust fundraising, recurring giving and legacy fundraising, provide results and feed the learning back into the organisation.
- To keep abreast of key issues and best practices within the direct marketing/fundraising sector.
- Ensure fundraising practices comply with GDPR, the Data Protection Act and the Code of Fundraising Practice.
- Undertake additional duties as requested.
- Line manage the Insight Fundraising Officer and lead our Trusts and Foundations partner.
Fundraising Campaigns and Events
- Plan, coordinate, and manage our annual fundraising event.
- Support the Executive Director on other events.
- Project manage our newsletter and appeal campaigns.
Safeguarding Statement
International China Concern is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in all our programmes and operations. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to uphold this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.
All staff play a critical role in ensuring that safeguarding is embedded within the organisation. This includes promoting a culture of safety, ensuring child protection risks are identified and mitigated, and supporting staff and partners to uphold safeguarding standards.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with safer recruitment practices, including criminal record checks, reference verification, and assessment of suitability to work with children. The successful candidate will be required to complete safeguarding training and demonstrate a strong understanding of child protection principles, particularly in international and cross-cultural contexts.
We operate a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child we serve.
We together are:
Filled with FAITH, Moved with a heart of COMPASSION, Connected by a Spirit of COLLABORATION, Leading through INNOVATION, Serving with PROFESSIONALISM
Our preference is for a full-time candidate working remotely. However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be interested in working part-time or as part of a job share.
For the full person spec and job description, please refer to the attachment below.
Our Mission is to ensure every child with a disability in China is embraced by love, fueled by hope, and empowered with life-changing opportunities.

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As the Head of Engagement and Communications, you’ll support the Executive Director in leading AMOSSHE as a senior leader. You’ll also act as the Deputy Director, contributing to operational management, strategic development and stepping in for the Executive Director as needed. You’ll have line management responsibilities for members of the team. As well, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering impactful communications strategies that drive member engagement, promote AMOSSHE’s events and initiatives, and elevate the organisation’s profile.
Contract type: Permanent, full time (37 hours a week).
Location: Hybrid. Two days (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office, central London. This is a requirement of the role.
Salary range: £45,000 to £50,000, with an expected starting salary between £45,000 and £47,000, depending on experience.
Application deadline: 23:55 (BST) on Monday 3 November 2025.
About us
AMOSSHE The Student Services Organisation is a not-for-profit professional membership association for Student Services leaders in higher education. Our mission is to support, inform and empower our community of Student Services leaders to enhance the higher education student experience and help students fulfil their potential. We do this through collaboration and networking, sharing good practice, enhancing professional development and influencing policy and investment. Find out more about our organisation here.
We’re committed to championing equality, diversity, and inclusion, and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join AMOSSHE. Find out more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion on our website.
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The King's Trust International works with local partners around the world to deliver education, employment and enterprise programmes that empower young people to learn, work and thrive. Operating across more than 20 countries, they collaborate with governments, NGOs, employers and philanthropists to strengthen youth ecosystems, create opportunity and drive lasting systemic change.
As they celebrate their 10th anniversary with the inspiring Generation Potential campaign, King's Trust International enters an exciting new decade with an ambitious strategy to support one million young people worldwide. To realise this vision, they are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Fundraising to lead the next phase of growth-building on strong philanthropic and corporate foundations while unlocking new global income streams.
Location: London, UK (hybrid working)
Salary: £85,000 - £95,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
About the role
The Director of Fundraising will play a pivotal role in driving income growth and ensuring the long-term sustainability of King's Trust International. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership across all fundraising activity, nurturing an exceptional team and leveraging high-level networks across the King's Trust Group globally.
You will oversee two core income streams-philanthropy and corporate partnerships-while expanding opportunities through institutional funding, impact investment and innovative income models. Building on the momentum of Generation Potential, you will shape and implement an ambitious strategy that strengthens KTI's global impact and supports its mission to empower young people to thrive.
Key responsibilities
Lead and deliver KTI's annual fundraising target (£6.25m), driving sustained growth and diversification.
Oversee and support Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships teams, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
Develop strategies to engage new donors and partners, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, foundations, corporates and institutional funders.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders including KTI's Board of Trustees, Africa Advisory Board, Pakistan Development Group and the King's Trust Group internationally.
Identify and develop new income opportunities, including consultancy, programme commercialisation and impact investment.
Ensure robust governance, compliance and adherence to ethical fundraising standards.
Represent KTI externally at key events, cultivating relationships and inspiring major donors and partners worldwide.
Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring fundraising is culturally responsive and globally relevant.
The ideal candidate
Proven success securing significant philanthropic or partnership income (including £1m+ gifts), ideally internationally.
Experience leading and inspiring high-performing fundraising teams.
Expertise in developing and delivering successful campaigns and multi-channel strategies.
A growing £1million turnover charity dedicated to the health and wellbeing of children and adults through the healing power of music have newly created a Head of Finance and Operations role. This role will drive organisational impact with a values driven approach towards financial strategy, resource optimisation, and operational excellence.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Head of Finance and Operations provides a pivotal role in the strategic and operational leadership across the core support functions of the charity. Through sound management of resources, risk, people, systems and data, this role ensures robust governance, financial sustainability, regulatory compliance and organisational effectiveness enabling the charity to achieve its mission.
The core support functions of the charity include Finance, HR, technology and data, health and safety, and governance.
Salary: £60,000 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd for 30hours per week)
Benefits Excellent benefits package including 35 days per year (inclusive of bank holidays), Employer Pension contribution of 6%, Death in Service benefits, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and the opportunity for flexible working.
Contract: Part time 30 hours per week, Permanent
Location: Remote based role with an occasional travel to London, we encourage applicants from across the UK.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- As a member of the SLT, actively contribute to the development and delivery of the charity's strategic plan, leading on the organisational planning and performance for operational areas.
- Work with the CEO to ensure the Board fulfils its legal, regulatory, and financial responsibilities with effective controls through various Board meetings and sub-committees.
- Lead on the risk management for the charity, working with the Board and SLT to identify, record and mitigate risk.
- Act as the Data Protection Officer for the charity
- Lead, manage and develop the Finance Manager to oversee day to day financial operations and controls.
- Lead, manage and develop the Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day management of the charity's core support functions.
- Develop, lead and implement the financial strategy to ensure long-term financial sustainability. whilst managing cashflow, reserves and investments in line with the relevant policies.
- Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting providing analysis to the CEO, SLT, Board and budget holders to support decision-making.
- Prepare and complete annual accounts and statutory returns ensuring compliance with charity finance regulations, managing relationships with auditors and financial institutions.
- Working with external providers, and advisors, lead on people strategy, including recruitment, retention, performance and people development.
- Ensure legal compliance with employment law and best practice HR policies.
- Promote an inclusive and supportive organisational culture, collaborating with other SLT colleagues to embed the actions on the charity's Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA), leadership development and culture change strategic plans.
- Working with external provider and advisors, oversee IT infrastructure, cyber security and responsibility for the organisation's data protection compliance (including GDPR).
- Oversee organisational health and safety strategy, compliance and training.
- Deputise for the Chief Executive in their absence as required
- Act with integrity and maintain the highest professional standards at all times.
- Carry out other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the organisation.
Candidates applying for this role must have the following skills and experience:
- CCAB recognised qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
- Proven senior leadership experience in the charity or not for profit sector.
- Demonstrable experience of working with Boards and Trustees, experience in HR, governance, and compliance at a strategic level.
- Strong financial acumen and experience of preparing annual accounts, budgets, management accounts and financial reports.
- Proven track record of identification and management of risk.
- Knowledge of charity finance and reporting
- Knowledge of charity law, risk management and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong understanding of digital tools, systems and data governance.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial and performance information into accessible management information
- Demonstrable understanding of strategies for embedding change into ways of working.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to focus, align, and deliver, on operational duties.
This role will be closing on 3rd November, 2025 and candidates shortlisted will be required to answer three questions which will form as part of shortlisting by the client.
First interview on 11th or 12th November, 2025
Second stage interview on 17th November, 2025
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background-e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Location: Remote with travel across the UK.
About the role
It’s an exciting and important time for our charity as we work to help more people out of homelessness and poverty as part of an ambitious strategy.
The newly created role of Federation Development Lead will sit within the Partnerships and Federation Development directorate, to support the delivery of key charity and federation-wide objectives, as part of our mission to empower people affected by homelessness and poverty to change their lives for the better while using our voice to achieve social change.
The principal responsibility will be to support our ambition to become a best practice national body, responsible for leading on and supporting the development of key projects within Emmaus UK and the wider federation.
This will include providing leadership to support Emmaus communities across the UK to prepare and respond to the introduction of the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act, you will require an understanding and commitment to best practice and legislative requirements related to the provision of supported housing, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into user friendly support, training, guidance and policies and procedures
The role will also provide a critical role in the implementation and delivery of Emmaus UK’s ambitious plans to seek registration as a provider of social housing. You will provide the project management and technical skills required to support the successful delivery of the application process, ensuring that risk and regulatory requirements are considered and acted upon at each stage, maintaining strong communication with key stakeholders externally and across the federation.
As the Federation Development Lead, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of the Emmaus movement within the UK, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, and supporting the overall success of the federation. Your role will involve supporting the development and delivery of strategic plans, programme design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of developed initiatives.
Working with the Director of Partnerships and Federation Development and wider Senior Leadership Team, the role will be central to the delivery of strategic objectives related to the development of the movement.
About Emmaus UK
We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
Emmaus is a unique, secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as long as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging.
There are currently over 30 Emmaus communities across the UK, stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales. Collectively the Emmaus federation supports more than 1,000 people with experience of homelessness.
How To apply
To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us. The email address is in the Application Pack by 12pm on Monday 10th November 2025.
Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 20th November 2025.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us. Email address can be found in the Application Pack.
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The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is seeking an Area Giving and Finance Advisor (Kensington) to play a key role within the Area Finance team, based at Causton Street.
Job Summary
The Area Giving and Finance Advisor provides comprehensive finance support to churches within the Kensington Area, aiding them in the development of their ministries, manage Common Fund giving and to support the Area Bishop’s staff team in the management of resources including monitoring clergy post numbers, curate funding, and other financial matters. As part of a small team of Area Giving and Finance Advisers, the role involves offering training, resources, and advice on parish financial management and administration, and advice on various giving methods, including online and contactless options. Additionally, the role entails promoting generous giving through training initiatives, facilitating the award of grants and loans to churches from Area funds, and fostering effective communication and relationship-building between the Area team, Finance team, and parish officers.
Job responsibilities:
· Support churches in effective financial management, compliance, and stewardship of resources.
· Provide finance training, advice, and resources to clergy, PCCs, and parish officers.
· Assist diocesan leaders with Common Fund giving and the allocation of Area resources.
· Facilitate and monitor grants and loans awarded to churches.
· Promote a culture of generosity and encourage varied giving methods, including online, contactless, and the Parish Giving Scheme.
· Deliver training and resources to support generous giving and stewardship.
· Build strong relationships and communication between parishes, Area teams, and the diocesan Finance team.
· Collaborate with the National Giving Team on parish support initiatives.
· Support Area staff and councils in monitoring posts, curate funding, and other resource matters.
· Work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
· Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
· Experience of encouraging charitable giving.
· Experience managing a wide variety of professional relationships.
· Understanding of the ethos and mission of the Church of England, and of the role of parish clergy.
· Effective written and oral communication skills.
· Numerate and financially astute – comfortable working with financial data.
· Christian faith with empathy to the mission and values of the Church of England.
· Right to work in the UK.
· The person will not require a DBS check.
· Experience of charity accounting (accounting qualifications are not a requirement) (desirable)
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.
About the London Diocesan Fund
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway.
The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.
We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Safeguarding
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits of working with us
The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package
- 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
- Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
- Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months’ of employment
- Season ticket loans of public transport
- Access to Benenden Health Insurance
- EAP counselling through Health Assured
- Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles
- Two additional paid days for community volunteering
To apply:
Submit your application and CV online via Pathways. Please refer to the person specification and JD when you’re answering the application questions.
For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification or visit the LDF Careers Page.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ



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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!
Location: Remote UK
Closing Date: November 13th, 2025 (12PM GMT)
Work summary
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Full time - 5 days per week
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The candidate must understand and have familiarity with US 501(c)3 finances and reporting requirements.
About The Role
Climate Catalyst is dedicated to galvanising the collective power of business, investors and civil society to influence and accelerate policy change in Asia and Europe. Our vision is a just, prosperous world in which global warming is limited to 1.5C. We are looking for a Finance & Operations Manager, to join our People + Operations team. This role is a full time position and reports to the Director of People + Operations.
This is a mission critical role that helps us build seamless, smart, and compliant operations for our organisation. The overall remit of this role is to:
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Support on key aspects of financial management across budget development and forecasting, monthly reporting, and managing our external finance partners.
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Managing domestic and international payroll via our employment partners, and managing vendors and contracting.
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Support on general operations across systems and software administration, and compliance practices.
Financial Management + Forecasting
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Support work on annual and multi-year budget forecasts, based on programming needs and organizational trajectory
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Develop and maintain budget forecasting tools for departments to manage their annual budgets, to help inform strategic decision-making
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Manage organization’s cash flow to ensure financial stability across restricted and unrestricted funding
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Allocate staff, program, and operational costs to appropriate grants and work with finance partners to create budget systems to assign and track that spend
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Oversee work of our external bookkeeping and accounting partner–Jitasa–and serve as their main point person
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Develop cost types and appropriate coding for all expenses, and manage correct use of them
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Ensure all expense policies and internal controls are in line with best practices, up to date, clear and accessible to staff, and consistently referenced
Payroll + Vendor Payment
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Oversee and execute payroll cycles for all employees and contractors, through our domestic and international PEO, and vendor management platform
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Oversee relevant local and state taxes and reporting, in line with US PEO requirements
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Responsible for payroll administration such as new hire documentation and processing standard payroll on a monthly basis and any payroll changes
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Manage contracting process, liaising with outside legal counsel when required
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Get vendors, contractors and new contracts set up in our contract management system
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Run due diligence processes in accordance with our due diligence policy
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Ensure and execute reimbursements for all employees in line with expense policies
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Prepare and issue any relevant tax documents for vendors and contractors
Funder Engagement + Reporting
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Work with the fundraising team to develop programme budgets for proposals
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Manage financial reporting requirements during and at the end of each grant cycle
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Review draft donor agreements prior to legal, and set up grants in Climate Catalyst systems to allocate staff time and expenses accordingly
Annual Reporting + Compliance
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Support the Board Treasurer, CEO, and Jitasa in coordination of annual reporting to relevant authorities
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Support annual audit preparation by serving as the internal coordinator for all requirements and documents as requested by auditors
Business Operations + Additional Support
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Manage all software and team systems, including access, permissions, and renewals
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Ensure all systems and data are managed in compliance with GDPR and other data protection legislation
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Ensure team data protection policies are up to date, relevant and adhered to
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Serve as the main point of contact to Climate Catalyst’s insurance broker and manage insurance policies – ensuring all policies are clearly accessible and paid in a timely fashion.
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Fill out and maintain all relevant lobbying documentation for the US, Europe, and any other relevant jurisdictions
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Ensure that all policies, trademarking, and terms of service are up to date on our website
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Support in material development for Board budget presentations
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Manage existing technology and equipment inventory and procure new equipment for all new hires and support in onboarding and offboarding as required
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Identify and implement systems and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
What You Would Bring
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Strong budgeting, expense management, forecasting and financial planning & reporting skills
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Experience in vendor and contract management as well as efficiency improvements
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An understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements including but not limited to tax regulations and contract and legal risk management
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Proficiency in managing financial and operational software
How You Work
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Ability to manage work streams independently
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Cross-functional collaboration across various departments
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Clear and precise communication
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Ability to navigate organizational change
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Eager to collaborate and solve challenges
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Team player and true champion of your colleagues
Applications
To apply, please upload a brief cover letter outlining interest in the role and your CV to this application page. The deadline for applications is November 13th, 2025. We are keen to fill this position soon and will start reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may begin interviewing before the application deadline. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
We value authenticity! Please prepare your application and interview responses yourself, without using AI tools.
Compensation + Benefits
The starting salary for this role is £53,900.
Benefits include: health insurance, stipends for wellness and phone/Wi-Fi, professional development fund, co-working space coverage, generous pension contribution and more. For more information about working with us at Climate Catalyst, visit our website.
Diversity at Climate Catalyst
Climate Catalyst aims to design inclusive strategies to meet our objectives. We recognise that the only way to deliver on that is to build a diverse team made up of people with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage people from historically marginalised and currently under-represented groups in the climate movement, to apply to work with us.
Equal Employment Opportunities
Climate Catalyst is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable employment opportunity laws prohibiting discrimination against all qualified applicants and employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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