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Job title: Fundraising Officer

Responsible to: Fundraising and Communications Manager

Location: Hybrid (minimum two days a week in Oxford office for full time)

Hours: Full time (35 hours a week) / Open to considering part-time (28 hours a week) dependent on experience.

Salary: £28,500 – £32,000

About the role
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, and highly organised Fundraising Officer to support our individual giving, community fundraising, and small trusts and foundations activities. The Fundraising Officer will manage individual and community donor activities, and the donor database to support thanking, stewardship and targeted donor engagement. They will also play a key role in monitoring the impact of our fundraising activity to ensure continuous improvement and income growth.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone who is creative, collaborative, and enjoys working across a diverse range of tasks.  They will be enthusiastic and keen to generate new ideas that strengthen supporter relationships and deliver impactful fundraising.

Main duties and responsibilities

Individual and Community Fundraising

• Work with the Fundraising and Communications Manager and Communications Coordinator to develop and deliver three - four individual giving appeals at year (digital and offline) to increase income.
• Monitor and analyse appeal performance to inform future activity.
• Support wider donor acquisition, retention, and upgrade strategies through data-led insights.
• Work closely with colleagues in communications and service delivery to create compelling fundraising content and impact stories.
•  Act as the main point of contact for community fundraisers and local events, offering guidance, support materials, and encouragement. Work closely with Communications Coordinator where needed.
• Lead on the promotion and recruitment of participants for sponsored challenge events, particularly the Oxford Half Marathon.
• Research charity of the year opportunities amongst school and local businesses and support applications as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local community groups, schools and faith communities.
• Confidently represent the organisation at community events and manage a pool of volunteer speakers.
• Use our CRM (Donorfy) to ensure accurate and up-to date relationship management records.  

Donor Stewardship and Prospect Research

• Ensure all donors are thanked promptly and feel valued and engaged.
• Manage and maintain accurate donor data in Donorfy, producing reports on donor activity and performance.
• Monitor and manage fundraising and donation enquiries through our development@ inbox, responding and referring them as appropriate.  
• Research new fundraising prospects and initiatives across individuals, community groups, small trusts, local businesses and other potential supporters. Maintain organised records of prospects and recommendations.

Trusts & Foundations (Small Grants)

• Support the Fundraising and Communications Manager and Trust and Foundations Fundraiser with the small grants pipeline, including prospect research, applications and reporting. 
• Work closely with appropriate staff and service coordinators on project budgets, reporting and planning as needed.

Other responsibilities

• Support and oversee fundraising volunteers and interns as required.
• Work collaboratively within a busy staff team, participate in meetings and planning processes, and contribute to organisational development.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role, as agreed with the Fundraising and Communications Manager or CEO.

 Person specification

Essential:

• Demonstrable fundraising and supporter-facing experience, with the ability to manage multiple income streams simultaneously.
• Knowledge and experience of individual and community fundraising.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to tailor content to different audiences.
• Experience using CRM databases, with confidence managing day-to-day data processes.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong research skills and a track record of writing funding bids and reports.
• Ability to build productive, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• A positive, solutions-focused “can-do” attitude, with the ability to adapt to change.
• Confidence representing the organisation at community events.
• Ability to work within a budget.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and measure impact.
• A demonstrable passion for, and affinity with, our cause
• Ability to communicate and work sensitively with people with lived experience of migration and tell their stories with dignity.

Desirable:

• Experience of working for a local charity.
• Knowledge of the migration and refugee sector.
• Experience in digital fundraising, social media and online giving platforms (eg JustGiving, crowd-funding platforms, social ads).
• Experience in corporate fundraising.
• Experience of working with Mailchimp and donorfy

If you’re a purpose‑driven CEO with a deep passion for animal welfare, this is your opportunity to steer a trusted charity as it transforms for a sustainable future.

Margaret Green Animal Rescue is embarking on an exciting phase of strategic revitalisation. As a leading animal welfare charity with a proud history since 1965, we are seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead us into our next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our charity and ensuring the animals in our care receive the very best support.

As Chief Executive of Margaret Green Animal Rescue, you’ll lead a proud organisation delivering rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming, and providing lifetime care for animals with complex needs across Dorset and Devon since 1965. You’ll harness the charity’s tangible local footprint across three rescue centres and a network of retail shops to elevate outcomes, scale supporter engagement, and embed operational excellence.

You’ll be the catalyst for significant strategic change—partnering closely with the Board of Trustees to set bold transformational objectives and KPIs. You’ll transform our operating model to meet current and future needs, oversee a data and IT modernisation programme to strengthen insight, efficiency and compliance (from donor management and welfare tracking to retail operations), steward budgets and risk with rigour, and act as the charity’s primary spokesperson to media, partners and the wider community.

The role is full‑time, based at Head Office in Church Knowle, Dorset, with regular travel across centres and shops, and offers a competitive package including 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. We welcome experienced CEOs and senior leaders who bring strategic planning, change delivery and inclusive leadership.

The Role

As CEO, you will provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver our mission and vision. You will be responsible for:

• Leading the development and implementation of a revitalised strategic plan, ensuring alignment with our values and ambitions
• Driving operational excellence across all areas, including animal welfare, fundraising, retail, and administration
• Championing a ‘One Charity’ culture, embedding consistent ethics and best practices across all teams and locations
• Acting as the primary spokesperson, enhancing our profile and engagement with supporters, partners, and the wider community
• Overseeing financial stewardship, risk management, and the effective use of data and technology to support organisational goals
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and charity governance requirements

About You

We are looking for an exceptional leader who is passionate about animal welfare and ethical leadership. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within the charity, animal welfare, or related sectors
• Demonstrable experience in strategic planning, organisational development, and change management
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and income generation
• Experience in data and IT management, including digital transformation
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A commitment to the highest standards of animal welfare

Experience in retail operations, fundraising, and working with Boards of Trustees is desirable.

What We Offer

• Full-time role (37.5 hours per week) with flexibility for additional hours as required
• Competitive salary (£65-80k depending on experience) and benefits, including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), business expenses, and mobile phone provision
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of animals and the communities we serve

Join us at this pivotal moment and help shape the future of Margaret Green Animal Rescue. If you are ready to lead with vision, compassion, and drive, we would love to hear from you.

Chief Executive Officer - FoodCycle
Location: Vauxhall, London (flexible working; regular travel to Projects and for meeting with key stakeholders required)
Salary: circa £75,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35–37.5 hours per week)

Are you ready to lead FoodCycle through a period of consolidation and sustainable growth, protecting its volunteer-led, guest-centred model while building reliable income streams and scaling proven pilots?

About FoodCycle
FoodCycle is a national charity running volunteer-powered community dining projects that combine rescued surplus food, spare kitchen space and local volunteers to deliver free, hot, sociable three-course meals. Our work sits at the intersection of food-waste reduction, food-poverty relief and loneliness prevention. Nationally scaled but locally delivered, FoodCycle has grown rapidly, enjoys strong volunteer goodwill and is developing promising trading and schools pilots to strengthen sustainability.

As our next CEO you will:

• Shape strategy & impact - co-create and implement a clear 3–5 year strategy and a focused 12-month operational plan with measurable milestones.

• Stabilise leadership & culture - provide visible, warm and practical leadership across Projects; develop the senior team and protect volunteer trust.

• Secure financial sustainability - own the income strategy, diversify revenue across trusts, individual giving, corporate partnerships and trading, and present credible cashflow plans to the board.

• Build commercial & trading capacity - drive Manor House and other trading pilots towards viable, repeatable income models.

• Safeguard quality & risk - ensure robust safeguarding, food-safety and operational thresholds for opening new Projects.

• Raise profile & partnerships - act as FoodCycle’s principal ambassador to corporates, funders, local authorities and policy audiences.

Who you are

• A senior leader with experience stabilising and growing people-facing, delivery-focused organisations.

• Proven at generating income from multiple streams, with commercial fluency to develop simple trading models and convert corporate engagement into lasting partnerships.

• Financially literate - comfortable owning budgets, forecasting and discussing risk with trustees.

• Excellent at people and change management - able to build and motivate small national teams and large volunteer cohorts.

• Data-driven, curious and pragmatic - tests pilots, embeds what works and sets clear go/no-go criteria for scale.

• Values-driven and visible - passionate about food justice, guest dignity and volunteer leadership.

• Right to work in the UK and satisfactory DBS checks required.

Why FoodCycle?

• Lead a nationally recognised, volunteer-led movement tackling food waste, food poverty and social isolation.

• Play a pivotal role growing promising trading and schools pilots to create sustainable income.

• Work with an engaged Chair and committed board, and a small, passionate national team.

• Be part of a friendly, non-hierarchical culture where leaders are visible in Projects.

For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill at via the apply button with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 19th January 2026

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.

Contract Type: Fixed Term 12 months

Location: Preferably London but open to other locations where we have an office. (Hybrid working - minimum of 2 days in the office)

Interviews: 13th, 14th & 15th January 2026

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your creativity, organisational prowess, and people skills come together to make a real impact? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Special Events Executive, you’ll play a key role in delivering dynamic and inspiring events that fuel our mission to support young people. You’ll bring your project management expertise to life, supporting and executing high-profile events with precision, innovation, and a personal touch that leaves lasting impressions.

We’re looking for someone with some experience in event planning and someone who excels in building strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners. You’ll be the driving force behind our events, ensuring every detail is flawless and every goal is exceeded.

If you have a sharp eye for detail, a passion for creating impactful experiences, and a drive to achieve outstanding results, this role is a fantastic next step in your career. Whether you're early in your events journey or looking to take your career to new heights, join us in making a difference for the young people we serve. We’d love to hear from you if this role sounds like something you’d love to pursue!

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Events Executive - Specials? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Events Executive - Specials! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

We're looking for an Education & Volunteering Manager to join our central office team and support our mission to deliver expert-led arts and educational events as well as cultural and heritage projects through our membership and local societies.

You'll support the Deputy Chief Executive Officer in building and maintaining The Art Society’s Directory of Lecturers, along with planning and running the annual Directory Day. You’ll also provide general support for the four Heads of Volunteering and their teams (Arts Volunteering, Heritage Volunteers, Trails of Discovery and Church Recording).

Jointly with the Society & Membership Lead, you will manage the administration of the grants programme and the annual arts competition, along with supporting the wider team in responding to enquiries, calls and emails and other duties to assist in the smooth running of The Arts Society.

What you'll be doing (key responsibilities)

• Supporting the recruitment and accreditation of lecturers along with management of the Directory of Lecturers
• Providing general support and advice on education-related queries
• Updating lecturer-related records on our CRM along with web pages and resources related to the Directory of Lecturers and educational activities
• Acting as the first point of contact for queries related to volunteering
• Providing general support, advice, tools and resources for the Heads of Volunteering and their teams
• General communications and administrative support for the department

What you'll bring (skills & experience)

• Experience of database management (desirable)
• Experience of working with volunteers (desirable)
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Good people skills, ability to negotiate
• Ability to self-manage/self-motivate
• Ability to prioritise activities
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Development team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about the arts and eager to build a career in fundraising.

As part of our small, dynamic and purpose-driven team, you will play a key role in helping to grow support for our work. You will bring excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to collaborative working and high professional standards. With previous administrative experience, confidence using Microsoft Office, and a background in a customer-focused environment, you will feel at home in this varied, people-focused role.

Alongside your core responsibilities, you will help maintain our organisational database and support the coordination and delivery of a diverse programme of supporter events—ensuring that every guest enjoys an exceptional experience. (Please note that some evening and weekend work will occasionally be required.)

A key feature of this role is the comprehensive training programme built in to support your professional growth. You will receive structured development across all areas of fundraising—including trust and foundation fundraising, individual giving, stewardship, event management and data management. This is a role with real potential; you will learn, grow, and see your work make a meaningful and visible impact.

As Development Executive you will

• Manage the Spektrix CRM database
• Work alongside colleagues to deliver bespoke supporter events in Leeds and at venues across the UK
• Research and collate data to support fundraising activities
• Work with colleagues to draft funding bids and reports
• Support the smooth running of the Development department
• Be supported with an in-depth training programme to develop your skills as an arts fundraiser

We are looking for someone who

• Has administrative experience, organisational and time-management skills – able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Has experience using or an interest in learning how to use CRM systems (ideally Spektrix) to manage data and support fundraising activities
• Is a motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to engage with Northern Ballet’s supporters
• Has a passion for arts and culture

Full-time | Permanent | Office-based with flexible options
Salary: Circa £30,000 depending on experience.

Join us at Kent Community Foundation and help make a real difference in your community.

We’re looking for a proactive, highly organised Executive & Operational Assistant to support our governance and keep our operations running smoothly. This is a varied and rewarding position where no two days are the same.

What you’ll do:

• Support governance by coordinating board and committee meetings, preparing papers, and taking accurate minutes.
• Provide high-trust executive support to our Chief Executive and Head of Finance & Governance.
• Manage finance administration: process donations, grant payments, and maintain bank accounts.
• Be the backbone of our office—managing supplies, welcoming visitors, and handling enquiries.
• Assist with HR tasks including recruitment and updating our HR system.

What we’re looking for:

• A proven and experienced administrator with strong organisational skills, integrity and attention to detail.
• Someone confident in working with numbers and familiar with finance systems.
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and wants their work to have a positive impact.

Why join us?

• Be part of a team that supports local communities across Kent.
• Enjoy flexible working options and a collaborative, supportive environment.

Location: Our offices in Smeeth near Ashford (flexible arrangements available).
Closing date: 4th January 2026 | Interviews 14 January 2026

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the person specification 

If you need accessibility support or adjustments during the application process, please contact us at the same email address.

Main Responsibilities

· Assisting the CEO and the Executive Team Members in the development and delivery of the Society’s many activities and projects to ensure all tasks are being completed within timelines, effectively and to high standards

· Supporting the Conferences and Events Manager in the development and running of an extensive programme of network events and workshops, and the Society’s annual conference

· Promoting the Society and its events on social media platforms including LinkedIn, Bluesky, and X

· Scheduling meetings, organising papers, and some note/minute taking, as required

· Ensuring all actions are recorded and completed following Meetings of the Board of Trustees and standing committee and working group meetings.

· Developing an understanding of the Society’s CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems and managing related data.

· Ensuring the SRHE website is kept up to date, in liaison with other team members

· Providing quality customer service for members and external contacts

Qualifications, skills and experience

You will need to demonstrate that you possess the following qualifications, skills and experience:

· Demonstrable experience in a team support role or an administrative assistant role

· Excellent organisation and administration skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Good numeracy skills

· Excellent knowledge/application of office IT systems (Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)

· Familiarity with website maintenance and basic website management

· Managing, maintaining and manipulating databases

· Preferred education is to undergraduate level with an interest in higher education provision

As our Operations & Executive Support Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in keeping the organisation running smoothly. You’ll work at the heart of our Corporate Function, ensuring our systems, people, and processes are efficient and aligned with our mission. There is no line management initially but if the team grows, we will discuss this with you.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll provide both operational leadership and executive support - helping the CEO and wider team stay focused on impact. You’ll also work with our Head of Programmes to ensure coordination across the charity.

This role would suit you if you’re highly organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You might currently be an Operations Officer, Senior Administrator, or Project Manager, ready to step up into a broader, more strategic role.

JOB DETAILS

• Job Title - Operations & Executive Support Manager
• Responsible to - Chief Executive Officer
• Salary - Between £29,500 & £31,000 depending on experience
• Contract - Full-Time (38 hours per week) - From time to time, you may be required to work some evenings and weekends. These are usually communicated well in advance. We expect team members to work from the office at least three days per week, but we offer flexibility to balance this with remote working. This is a one-year fixed-term contract, with the likelihood of renewal subject to funding availability.
• Closing date - 14 December 2025 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

1. Operational Coordination (40%)

• Oversee day-to-day organisational operations, systems, and processes.

• Maintain and improve internal systems & processes (task & project management).

• Manage supplier relationships (insurance, IT, HR, utilities, etc.).

• Support programme quality assurance by collating data and reviewing reports.

• Lead internal projects to improve efficiency and staff experience.

2. Executive Support (25%)

• Provide comprehensive diary management for the CEO and organisation-wide initiatives.

• Prepare briefings, reports, and presentation materials when required.

• Support the CEO with governance papers, communications, and meeting follow-up.

• Represent the CEO in communications with stakeholders as required.

3. People & Culture (20%)

• Coordinate HR administration, recruitment logistics, and onboarding.

• Support the delivery of wellbeing and culture initiatives.

• Plan internal events, training sessions, and away days.

• Maintain accurate staff records and support internal communications.

4. Governance & Strategy Support (15%)

• Prepare and circulate Board and sub-committee papers.

• Maintain organisational policies and compliance registers.

• Monitor progress against operational plans and key performance measures.

• Support internal and external reporting requirements (funders, trustees, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Essential

• Experience in operations, project management, or executive support.

• Excellent organisation and time management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication.

• Understanding of governance and charity operations.

• Proficiency in digital tools (e.g. Asana, Google Workspace, HR/CRM systems).

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with experience engaging confidently with senior stakeholders, funders, and partners.

• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes.

Desirable

• Experience in the charity, youth, or public policy sectors.

• Knowledge of safeguarding or quality assurance processes.

• Experience of monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on programme impact.

• Ability to analyse and present data clearly.

We value potential over perfection. If you’re missing one or two of the above skills, don’t worry, as most can be learnt.

ORGANISATIONAL INFORMATION

Youth Leads UK has a small yet mighty team, so you may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities from time to time.

All staff are expected to:

• Adhere to the policies and procedures in the Youth Leads UK staff policy handbook.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times in line with organisational policies.

• Successfully complete an enhanced DBS check and provide two independent references before appointment.

• Actively promote an inclusive and diverse culture within the organisation.

The post holder must have confirmation of eligibility to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed).

HOW TO APPLY

There are several routes and stages to apply for this role.

Stage 1 - Application (by 14 December 2025)

• Apply via ‘Charity Jobs’, submitting a CV (no more than two sides of A4) and a covering letter explaining why you’re the ideal candidate.

Stage 2 - Video Screening (by 20 December 2025)

• If we think there’s a match based on your application, we’ll invite you to a short video interview consisting of up to three questions, with a two-minute limit for each answer.

• Please note that we’ll be screening applications as they come in, which means the earlier you apply, the more time you’ll have to prepare for each stage.

Stage 3 - Final Interview (early January 2026)

• If we think there’s a match following your application and video screening, we’ll invite you to an in-person interview at our offices in MediaCity, Salford.

• Interviews are currently scheduled for 5 & 6 January 2026. If these dates are difficult for you, please let us know by contacting us.

The closing date for Stage 1 applications is 23:00 on 14 December 2025

Dancers’ Career Development (DCD), the national charity that enables and empowers dancers to thrive professionally and personally leading up to and beyond their performance careers, seek a Fundraiser.

DCD’s Fundraiser will work closely with the Executive Director and be instrumental in increasing fundraised and revenue income. 

Our ideal candidate will be a creative thinker with an open mindset to propose and explore new avenues of fundraising and income streams.

This role is ideally suited to a self-starter with a passion for the performing arts, who is motivated to make a tangible difference to the quality of dancers’ lives.

If you are excited by this opportunity and resonate with DCD’s values, please get in touch; we would love to hear from you.

Contract: Full-time permanent role

Salary: £35,000 per annum, pro-rata

Start date: As early as possible

Location: This is a remote working role, with monthly in-person team meetings which take place in London or Birmingham. Due to additional in-person events and meetings, as appropriate to the role and usually in London, the Fundraiser should be either based in London or within commutable distance.

Benefits: 23 days holiday pro-rata plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 28 days with length of service), 5% Employers contribution to pension scheme, Health & Wellbeing package, Professional Development opportunities.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 9am, Thursday 22 January 2026

Info: Download job application pack from our website for full job spec and how to apply.

We’re looking for an organised and person centred leader who can join our leadership team to support the quality, growth and sustainability of Stomping Grounds North East CIO.

The Deputy CEO will support the CEO by planning, overseeing, monitoring, reporting and taking appropriate action to deliver the service, business and financial strategies ofStomping Grounds North East CIO, with a focus on developing people, business and safeguarding and ensuring management capability across the organisation. It is key that the successful candidate can work at least some of the school holidays. 

Reports to: CEO

Hours of work :35 hours per week (1 FTE)

Remuneration: TBD

Main responsibilities 

• To ensure projects and delivery adheres to the Company’s vision, mission and values. 

• To oversee the development and implementation of new projects and sessions to meet the Company’s aims and objectives. Specifically, to ensure that:

  • Appropriate risk assessments are undertaken and documented in line with Stomping Grounds Risk Assessment procedure

  • Appropriate communications to and involvement of communities, parents and schools are delivered effectively

  • High quality Forest School provision is delivered, in line with the Stomping Grounds NE vision

• To proactively manage the financial performance of projects and the business overall, including overseeing the planning and delivery of fundraising and donations

• To oversee, monitor and report on all aspects of business governance including health and safety, safeguarding and employee wellbeing.

• To work with line managers to develop their managerial capabilities and performance, with a focus on team development. As part of this, to ensure that:

  • Regular meetings of the team leaders are organised to share information on business performance, plans and issues and to create action plans as appropriate

  • Appropriate observations are conducted, documented and shared

  • PDRs are completed in line with company policy

  • To ensure training is up to date and relevant

  • To ensure that company policies are up to date and relevant and are reviewed as required

• To be proactive and maintain requirements for governing bodies, associations and memberships

• To develop and support the implementation of effective evaluation and impact monitoring processes, including annual reporting of the impact of Stomping Grounds work. 

• To attend meetings of the Board of Trustees and report progress against the business plan

• To carry out other duties compatible with the role purpose as reasonably required or as directed by the CEO.

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Proven exceptional leadership skills

• Experience of leading and developing a diverse staff team

• Excellent communication skills 

• Excellent organisational skills 

• Extensive project management experience

• Excellent understanding of neurodivergence 

• Excellent business management skills 

• Flexibility to work during school holidays 

• Ability to travel to our multi region sites including but not restricted to: Prudhoe, Haltwhistle, Chopwell, Leadgate, Benwell and Gateshead Riverside Park

• Commitment to Stomping Grounds Mission and Values

Desirable 

• Experience with Ofsted

• Experience of working in the charity sector

• Experience of working with children and young people, particularly those with neurodivergence and/or who are not currently thriving in mainstream schools

• Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead

• Experience of leading teams through change and growth

We abide by Safer Recruitment guidelines and therefore we only accept application forms.

The essentials …

• Permanent, full-time
• ~£30,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working with 2 days a week at our London office

Who are we?

Founded in 1807, we are the oldest geological society in the world. Today, we are a world-leading communicator of Earth science – through publishing, library and information services, cutting-edge scientific conferences, education activities and outreach to the general public. We also provide impartial scientific information and evidence to support policy-making and public debate about the challenges facing humanity.

We have a membership (Fellowship) of c. 12,000, more than 2,000 of whom are based outside the UK. Approximately 3,000 are Chartered Geologists or Chartered Scientists - professionals who have demonstrated a high level of technical competence in their field and a commitment to professional ethics.

What you’ll be doing …

Our new Marketing Executive for Events will develop and execute effective marketing plans and campaigns for the Society’s Events, Training Courses, and Venue Hire operations, helping the department to deliver its objectives and exceed its annual financial target.

Overall responsibilities / requirements …

• Develop a marketing plan and schedule for events, training courses, and venue hire.
• Develop and implement campaign plans for the Society’s events, courses and venue.
• End-to-end campaign management, including planning, copywriting, design, distribution, management of marketing budgets, monitoring, and analysis.
• Use the Society’s prospect database in compliance with its Data Protection Policy to segment data, target effectively, and undertake effective marketing.
• Collaborate with external partners and with volunteer course convenors, speakers, etc
• Monitor and analyse results and produce regular marketing reports.
• Develop a sales pipeline, targeting large potential purchasers of group deals.
• Support colleagues in helping to sell and promote sponsorship.
• Contribute fully as a core member of the Events team. This may include ad-hoc activities in the run up to events or during events to ensure the team has adequate staff coverage on the ground and that they are delivered effectively.

What we’re looking for …

Essential

• Proven experience in a direct marketing role, preferably within events or training
• Experience marketing to B2B/professional customers
• Significant email marketing experience, and experience using email marketing software such as Adestra.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to produce compelling promotional copy and marketing assets.
• Confidence in approaching external organisations to promote and sell group training packages, sponsorship opportunities and event-related products.
• Ability to identify leads and nurture customer relationships.
• General IT proficiency

Desirable

• Formal marketing training
• Hold or working towards a recognised marketing qualification (CIM, IDM etc)
• Education to degree level or equivalent.
• Familiarity with design packages such as Canva.
• Social media marketing experience.
• Experience within the science sector.
• Experience within the charity sector, and in particular within a professional or learned society.

A bit about us …

The Geological Society is a registered charity and employs just under 60 staff at its offices in London and Bath. Our London office is situated in the beautiful London hotspot of Piccadilly in Burlington House, just next door to The Royal Academy.

As an employee conscious company, we invest in our staff by emphasising training, growth and progression in every role. We firmly believe in creating a positive workplace wellbeing culture and offer a range of benefits to our staff including:

• 25 days basic holiday entitlement you start, increasing up to 30 days with continued service (pro-rated for part-time staff)
• Option to purchase up to 2 days extra holiday days per year
• Contributary pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
• Access to 24/7 online GP with mental health & wellbeing counselling
• Free premium Headspace account for you and 2 members of friends/family
• Discounts and recognitions scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loan scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection schemes
• Free access to Royal Academy exhibitions
• Free Geological Society Fellow membership for qualified staff

The Society is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a harmonious inclusive environment in which the rights and dignity of all its members visitors and staff are respected. We are an equal opportunities employer and the post-holder will be expected to adhere to and support the Society’s commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.

How to apply …

To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button above to be taken through to our recruitment page on our website with contact details.

As part of our inclusive recruitment initiative, we have introduced the concept of anonymous recruiting in order to evaluate applicants solely on their skills and experience. With this in mind, we encourage you to:

• Anonymise your application by stating only your initials in your CV (including your file name) and cover letter.
• State your initials only in the subject line when sending your application.
• Ensure that you have included your contact email and number, as well as dates when you will not be available or might have difficulty with the indicative timetable.

First round interviews will take place remotely. Please let us know if you will require any special provisions to be made should you be called for an interview. We regret that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to support visa applications.

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Cambridge Science Centre
For more than ten years, Cambridge Science Centre (CSC) has been sparking
curiosity and a love of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) in
young people across the East of England.

Job Description
This role is central to positioning CSC as the leading small-to-medium-sized science
centre and STEM engagement organisation in the UK. Working with the CEO and
Directors, you will help identify opportunities, shape CSC’s marketing strategy, and
translate that into an objective-led plan of action. You will be responsible for all CSC
marketing campaigns and activity, owning the brand and its development across all
key audiences, including the public, community groups, teachers and school leaders,
corporate CSR teams, and educational grant providers.
You will lead CSC’s marketing partnerships and publicity channels, including the
website, social media, YouTube, and press contacts. You will set the strategic
direction that informs our creative approach, energising staff to push creative
boundaries across video, social media, digital platforms, and live engagements.
In addition, you will ensure the organisation is supported with up-to-date collateral
across all major functions and initiatives, while fostering a customer-focused approach
through media and marketing skills training across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
● Develop and manage all CSC marketing and advertising activity, strategically
prioritising initiatives to achieve annual targets within the marketing budget.
● Own all aspects of CSC’s brand and the development of CSC’s storytelling
framework, ensuring content consistently communicates impact, inclusivity,
scientific curiosity, and community value.
● Support the CEO in the development and revision of a multi-year marketing
strategy, identifying top-priority objectives for focused campaigns which you
will then own.
● Maintain a cross-organisation annual marketing plan and quarterly update
schedule with key staff members to help identify ongoing opportunities to
promote CSC activities, products, community engagements and programmes.
● Working with the broader CSC team, create and manage a marketing content
development plan, including case-studies, blogs and social-media threads, to
best seize publicity opportunities and achieve annual marketing objectives.
● Establish annual marketing targets, and own and track marketing metrics
across all key audiences, including the public, schools, community groups,
corporate partners, and the informal education sector, including quarterly
reports on progress.
● Identify and manage marketing risk for the organisation, including considered
fast-response on public platforms as appropriate.
● Develop and manage all CSC marketing relationships with partners and
press.
● Own all press and publicity channels, driving up quality engagement with CSC
through the CSC website, social media, YouTube, etc.
● Create and manage a CSC collateral database, ensuring responsiveness to
business development priorities.
● Empower and upskill CSC staff to actively support marketing campaigns and
storytelling efforts.

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● Ensure that community and partner engagements are effectively supported
with marketing and awareness-raising initiatives.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
● Significant experience in a senior marketing role, including annual budget
planning, press engagement, and campaign management.
● Proven experience in brand development and stewardship of brand identity.
● Experience in managing publicity channels, including websites and social
media.
● Experience in setting marketing targets and measuring progress to achieve
specific business development objectives.
● Experience in business-to-consumer advertising, ideally within a family, youth,
or event-oriented organisation.
● A people person: you enjoy working with others to help bring their stories to life.
● Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
● Driven to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes in everything you do.
● Proven ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing priorities.
● A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
● A collaborative work ethic, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues and
partners across a wide range of projects.
● Competent with digital tools, comfortable working with digital content and
analytical platforms.
Able to achieve a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Desirable Criteria
● Business-to-business marketing, and business partnership marketing
experience
● Relevant business, charity or educational press contact network
● Work with community- and value-based organisations
● Experience in developing and maintaining product and marketing collateral
● Experience in science communications or of working with families, adults and
children
● Customer service skills and experience
● Level 3 or equivalent qualifications in a STEM subject
● Full clean driving license

Director of Transformation (DDaT)

A leading national charity is seeking an Interim Director of Transformation (DDaT) to guide the organisation through a crucial 18 month period of modernisation. This is a senior mandate suited to someone with broad technology leadership experience in fundraising charities of around 100–250 employees, and the capability to drive major transformation programmes to completion, including a significant CRM migration and the development of a modern data platform.

In this role, you’ll take responsibility for ensuring the charity’s technology architecture is coherent, scalable and secure, overseeing key platforms such as Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure, and the charity’s evolving data lakehouse. You’ll bring structure to delivery and operations, managing internal teams and external partners, strengthening SLAs, and championing agile ways of working to ensure the organisation receives a high-quality, modern, and responsive technology service.

You’ll also lead the organisation through a substantial period of change, working closely with fundraising, digital, and operational teams to ensure technology aligns with strategic goals, particularly the ambition to scale income and deepen supporter engagement. Strong stakeholder management will be essential, as you will advise senior leaders and the Board on technology, risk, cybersecurity, and organisational readiness, while helping staff navigate a major shift in the charity’s digital and data capability.

Key skills & experience

• Senior, broad technology leadership within fundraising charities or similarly complex NFP environments (approx. 100–250 staff).
• Strong transformation experience across digital, CRM, data platforms, governance, and cloud architecture.
• Proven track record steering major CRM programmes (ideally Salesforce) and evolving modern Microsoft 365/Azure environments.
• Excellent stakeholder and change management capability, with the ability to influence at executive and Board level.

Salary: £100,000 – £120,000

Contract: Interim (18 months + potential to go perm)

Location: London (flexible hybrid working)