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International Mission to Jewish People (IMJP) is a faith-driven organisation with a nearly 200-year history of sharing the Good News of Jesus with Jewish people across the UK, USA, and beyond. In this next chapter of growth and digital development, IMJP are strengthening their fundraising team to support a bold vision for international impact.
We're partnering with IMJP to recruit a proactive and strategic Head of Fundraising to lead the organisation’s income generation across individual giving, digital acquisition, trusts, legacies, and appeals. This is a hands-on leadership role, offering the opportunity to build and deliver a refreshed fundraising strategy that will underpin IMJP’s future.
As a key member of the Head Office team, you will work closely with the CEO, lead a small internal communications team, and coordinate the work of external consultants and international fundraising partners. With systems now in place to scale digital fundraising in both the UK and US, the focus is on ensuring operational delivery and deepening supporter engagement through insight, creativity, and clear strategic direction.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Lead the development and delivery of multichannel fundraising campaigns
- Oversee digital acquisition strategies and ensure CRM systems are fully integrated and optimised
- Manage donor journeys and stewardship, with a particular focus on mid-level givers
- Inspire and develop a small team while collaborating with global partners and external agencies
- Contribute to IMJP’s broader vision and communications strategy as part of the senior leadership
If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Adam Stacey, Managing Director at Charisma Charity Recruitment.
Applications should be submitted via the Charisma website, including a CV and supporting statement. Please see the candidate pack for full details.
All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of IMJP. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
Location: Eynsham, Oxfordshire (Hybrid – ideally 2 days a week in the office)
Closing date: 22 September 2025
First stage interviews with IMJP (online): w/c 6 October 2025
Second stage interviews (in-person): w/c 13 October 2025
Banana Link is a UK based NGO established in 1996. We have been advocating for a fair and sustainable banana industry for thirty years, based on environmental, social and economic sustainability. Our approach is underpinned by a firm commitment to defending workers’ rights, at the core of these rights is the right to a fair and decent income that affords a dignified life for men and women banana plantation workers. We work at a strategic level and through research, advocacy and dialogue with all actors along the chain to bring about change.
This role will support the management and delivery our current work stream on Living Wages in the African Banana Export Industry. Initial activities will be delivered in Ghana and Cameroon, in collaboration with our local and international trade union partners, local producing companies, and European retailers. Key project activities include:
- Facilitation of capacity building activities on Living Wages and Decent Work in Cameroon and Ghana, with company staff and trade union representatives.
- Communication and dialogue between all project partners and other industry stakeholders towards fair remuneration and decent work in the banana industry.
- Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on all project activities to funders Ghana, with company staff and trade union representatives.
- Communication and dialogue between all project partners and other industry stakeholders towards fair remuneration and decent work in the banana industry
- Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on all project activities to funders
The role will provide an important opportunity to work alongside Banana Link’s International Coordinator, and in collaboration with other key staff and partner organisations, on the important issues of Living Wages, Decent Work, Social Dialogue and Sustainability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
First Give inspires young people to make a difference to causes they care about. We work in partnership with secondary schools, providing a scheme of work that guides an entire year group of students to engage with local charities and causes, and then carry out social action (fundraising, raising awareness, campaigning, volunteering) in support of them.
At the end of each programme, a celebratory School Final is held, where groups representing each class deliver presentations about their projects - with one group winning a First Give grant of £1,000 for their chosen charity.
Our vision is of motivated and equipped young people using their skills to make the lives of others in their community better. Our values inform what we do at First Give. We are:
- Altruistic
- Inspiring
- Empowering
- Collaborative
- Professional
Programme Delivery Officer role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic candidate to join our Programmes Team as a Programme Delivery Officer. PDOs are responsible for supporting and coordinating the delivery of First Give in up to 50 schools, ensuring smooth running of the programme, providing guidance and troubleshooting for the Lead Teachers.
The role is home-based, in Yorkshire, with regular travel to schools across the county and occasional forays to schools in the North-West. Several times a year travel will be required to London, where our office is based.
- Contract: 18-month FTC
- Salary: £26,840
- Location: Home-based, with travel as required
- Reporting to: Programme Manager
Key responsibilities
- Provide logistic and programme support to teachers delivering the First Give programme at their school, including but not limited to:
- an introductory Programme Call with the Lead teacher;
- delivering a briefing to class teachers;
- troubleshooting via phone and email;
- booking in First Give facilitated sessions
- Ensure all programmes are delivering all core elements of the First Give programme
- Update and monitor Salesforce to track programme delivery
- Liaise with freelance facilitators to ensure events at schools are effectively staffed
- Deliver Launch Assemblies, Workshops and First Give Finals in partner schools
- Collect data for monitoring (student surveys, teacher surveys, identifying potential stories of impact, writing programme reports)
- Ensure prompt delivery of any programme resources required by schools (including Coursebooks and other physical resources)
- Support in the collection and distribution of comms via social media, newsletters and other formats to raise awareness of First Give’s work
- Support with wider team projects as and when is necessary
This job description gives an outline of key duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may be asked to take on other relevant responsibilities as reasonably requested by their line manager.
Safer recruitment
Safer recruitment and safeguarding is of paramount importance to us, as an organisation that works with and for young people. The successful candidate will be made a conditional offer subject to two references (one of which must be your most recent employer) and any offer of employment will be subject to a DBS check.
Person Specification
Essential
- Passionate about young people and their potential to drive social change
- Experience developing strong relationships with remote and external stakeholders
- Experience managing and supporting a large caseload of “client” relationships
- Experience delivering lessons, workshops or other sessions with young people
- Superb organisation and prioritisation skills
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills
- Strong facilitation and workshop skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Willingness to travel around Yorkshire and beyond as required, with a clean and current driving licence
- Proactive, independent worker able to work well alone and as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a remote, decentralised team
- Experience in a customer service role
- Experience of working in the secondary education sector/with teachers
- Experience of using Salesforce
Why work for First Give?
First Give provides many benefits and prides itself on how it treats its staff. Our benefits include:
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, excluding bank holidays.
- Three additional days between Christmas and New Year given to staff gratis. An additional day off for your birthday in addition to your annual leave allowance.
- Access to Health Assured (health and wellbeing) Employee Assistance Programme.
- Generous training and professional development budget, with regular training offered through the Pears Foundation.
- As you will use your personal mobile for work, First Give provides a phone allowance to contribute towards your mobile costs.
- Team socials throughout the year.
The students we work with come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and so do we. We want to ensure that we are recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues. By fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, we will empower our teams to achieve our vision drawing on the broadest possible range of experiences. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates from minoritised groups currently underrepresented on our executive team, particularly black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates.
Application process
Please fill out the Microsoft form by clicking the 'Redirect to recruiter' button. The form includes a statement of how you fulfil the specification above, and why you want this role at First Give. Please also fill out our equality & diversity monitoring form as signposted (this will not be linked to your application).
- Application closes: Sunday 12th October 9pm
- Interviews: Tuesday 28th October
- Start date: January 2026
Creating opportunities where young people are inspired and empowered to give their time, money or skills to charities and causes that they care about

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we are
Benslow Music, a thriving musical hub based on a campus in Hitchin, is seeking a Head of Music & Learning to lead the strategic development and delivery of its diverse programmes. We champion the life‑long benefits music brings through a programme of residential, day and online music courses, a concert series and an instrument loan scheme.
We’re rooted in a heritage that began in 1929 as the Rural Music Schools Association, growing into a lively campus with two recital halls, practice rooms, accommodation for around 50 people and an extensive music library. Today we offer around 150 short courses annually, welcoming adult musicians of all abilities, from late starters to early career professionals, across classical, jazz and folk genres. We host a regular concert series featuring emerging and acclaimed artists.
We are also home to the Benslow Music Instrument Loan Scheme, holding a collection of over 1700 string and woodwind instruments lent to young musicians aged 7–25, ensuring access regardless of background.
About the role
As Head of Music & Learning, you will lead the delivery, strategic development and evaluation of Benslow Music’s core programmes: courses, concerts and the Instrument Loan Scheme. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you’ll shape an ever-evolving and balanced annual programme.
You’ll oversee and strategically develop diverse music education opportunities; cultivate relationships with tutors, artists and partner organisations; develop online activities; ensure excellent participant experiences and adherence to health and safety policies; manage programme budgets and monitor financial performance; monitor the quality of activities, gathering and acting on feedback from participants, tutors and stakeholders; lead and line‑manage a dedicated team to high standards; and contribute to strategic planning and partnerships that strengthen the organisation’s mission to unlock potential and share the lifelong benefits of music.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a self‑starter with programme management experience, an eye for detail, flexibility and good judgement. You’ll be comfortable working autonomously and within a collaborative, supportive environment.
You’ll bring:
- Significant experience in programme and project management, particularly in music or music education contexts, including adult amateur music‑making.
- Breadth and depth of musical knowledge to be credible with a range of stakeholders.
- Proven senior management experience, contributing to strategic development.
- Exceptional people skills and communication abilities (written and verbal), including contract management and negotiation.
- Strong administrative, organisational, IT and budget management skills, including effective use of spreadsheets and familiarity with marketing, CRM and fundraising support.
- A deep understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion; sensitivity to Benslow Music’s mission and ethos.
- Networks in the music/music education sector.
If you’re ready to lead a vital part of our community by unlocking musical wonder, enabling access and fuelling lifelong creativity, please get in touch with our consultants at Peridot Partners.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about creative health, co-production, and working alongside communities to deliver innovative approaches to mental wellbeing. You will manage delivery across multiple partners, lead co-production with young people and parents, and oversee evaluation and impact reporting.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and especially encourage applications from those who reflect the lived experiences of the South London communities we serve.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are delighted to be working in partnership with London City Mission (LCM). LCM is passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
We are seeking an experienced HR Ministry Partner to join their People and Organisational Development Department and play a strategic role in supporting LCM's mission through excellence in people management. You'll provide generalist operational HR services to specific teams, lead HR projects to improve processes and policies, and act as the team's expert on HR best practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to apply your HR skills in a ministry context, working with ministers of religion and staff committed to delivering LCM's strategy. You'll provide thought leadership, support restructuring and change management processes, and enjoy the fulfilling dimension of working to the glory of God and the salvation of souls.
Working in a prayerful, supportive, mission-focused environment, you'll be a part of ensuring LCM can effectively reach those least likely to hear the gospel through strategic HR leadership and pastoral support.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- CIPD qualified to Member level or equivalent
- Experience in delivering HR services as part of an internal HR team
- Experience advising managers and staff across the full employment life cycle
- Experience of review, design and implementation of HR policies and projects
- Strong Christian faith and prayer life – a committed and practicing Christian.
- Right to work in the UK.
You will be part of a charity that has daily and weekly staff prayer meetings, monthly team days that include worship and teaching, and lots of opportunities to live out your faith. If you possess this unique blend of gifting and skills, along with a deep desire to support LCM’s mission to reach those who may be less likely to encounter the message of Jesus in London, then we would love to hear from you.
Please see the Candidate Pack for more details.
For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the LCM statement of faith.
Location: Hybrid, London (min two days per week on-site)
Closing date: Wednesday 24th September 2025
Charisma vetting interviews to be completed by: Monday 29th September 2025
Interviews with LCM: w/c 6th October 2025 (in-person)
We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual to join our friendly and supportive team to lead on individual giving, in memory and lottery fundraising - income streams that collectively raise over £1.5m each year. These income streams are at the centre of our new fundraising strategy, and we hope to build on our strong local reputation and loyal supporter base to grow income over the next five years, through online and offline acquisition and retention campaigns.
The successful applicant for this role will have strong experience in individual giving, but equally important is a curious, can-do attitude and a willingness to try new things and learn from mistakes. The right person will thrive in a busy environment and enjoy creating and delivering plans, events and campaigns, being both strategic and hands-on.
Our fundraising team offers a supportive and fun environment, with flexibility including up to 40% working from home, if desired, and a close connection to the work you will be fundraising for - our office looks over the Inpatient Unit and our supporters are passionate about giving back.
Other benefits include free parking and a generous holiday allowance with the ability to buy and sell additional holiday. You can view more information about our range of benefits on our website.
Applicants should be prepared for a two stage interview process, with first interviews held over Microsoft Teams the week of 6th October, and second interviews in person in Pembury the following week.
For more information or for an informal chat about the role, please contact Sarah Bowes, Head of Public Fundraising
To apply, please visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus are delighted to be working with our client in the search for their new Philanthropy Manager. The position will be offered on a full-time basis, on a hybrid contract. The position is expected to occasionally travel across the UK to meet clients and work closely with staff members based in Bristol and Whiteley.
The Organisation
The company runs around 5000 family and charitable trusts, managing assets of over £1 billion. This includes over 400 charitable trusts, ranging in value from a few hundred thousand to tens of millions, and supporting charitable causes across the spectrum.
The organisation's ethos is driven by our “Can-do; Will-do” approach, with a focus on ensuring best-in-class client service. Their objective is to be the #1 provider for grant-making charitable trusts and foundations in the UK.
The company are now looking to expand their philanthropic offering to meet this objective and are looking to recruit a Philanthropy Manager to join this exciting project.
The Role
The organisation is seeking a confident, strategic, and experienced professional to contribute to the delivery of their philanthropic services. This hybrid role combines the management of charitable trusts with the delivery and development of their philanthropic proposition. You will oversee a portfolio of trusts, support high-net-worth clients in achieving their charitable goals and contribute to the strategic growth of their trust and philanthropy services.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will have significant experience within the philanthropy field, with proven ability to build and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals and charitable organisations. You will be a collaborative and strategic thinker, skilled in active listening, persuasion and influencing. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to oversee a wide-ranging portfolio.
If you are interested to learn more about the position, please apply with your CV only. Should your profile be successful, a relevant consultant will be in touch to explore the role, and experience, in more detail.
Creative Health Service Delivery Manager
Hours of Work: Part-Time - 21 hours per week (Tues to Thurs, 9am–4.30pm, with some evening and weekend working required with time off in lieu).
Place of Work: START, Brunswick House, Salford M6 and various outreach sites as appropriate
Salary: £40,000 per annum FTE (£24,000 per annum actual for 21 hours per week)
About Us
START is a charity that has been delivering mental health recovery and prevention services in Salford for over 31 years. We use creativity, connection and recovery interventions to deliver innovative programmes that improve wellbeing, reduce isolation and support recovery thereby helping to improve people's lives.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Creative Health Service Delivery Manager to lead the operational delivery of our flagship creative health services. You will take full responsibility for meeting NHS contractual requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring services run smoothly, achieve outstanding outcomes and remain a trusted part of the healthcare pathway.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary delivery team, providing supervision, support and performance management
- Ensure accurate data, documentation and outcomes are maintained in line with Commissioner and organisational standards
- Drive quality assurance, ensuring learning is shared and improvements are embedded in practice
- Champion the delivery of high-quality programmes that support improved mental health and wellbeing
We are looking for someone with:
- Significant experience managing service delivery in a health, wellbeing or voluntary sector environment
- A track record of meeting contractual KPIs in a Commissioner-led setting
- Strong line management experience, including leading multidisciplinary teams
- Experience delivering or overseeing creative programmes that promote wellbeing
- Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
If being part of our next chapter sounds exciting, we would love to hear from you. We offer a supportive, values-led culture, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real difference. In return, we can offer you excellent progression potential and a host of benefits including:
- competitive starting salary
- generous pension scheme
- 30 days annual leave plus all public holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
- flexible working options
- a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
- interest free employee loans
- employee assistance programme
- group income protection scheme
The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on 19th September 2025.
Initial interviews are scheduled to be held on week commencing 29th September 2025.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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No agencies please.
If you believe you have the right skills and experience to join our exemplar charity, please apply in writing with an up to date CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role based on the attached person specification.
Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on 19th September 2025. Initial interviews are scheduled to be held on week commencing 29th September 2025.
About Us
The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres of land in and around London, welcoming millions of visitors annually. The North London Open Spaces (NLOS) section oversees c. 1,000 acres of that portfolio and includes some of the UK's most iconic urban greenspaces, including:
- Hampstead Heath (including Golders Hill Park, Parliament Hill Fields, and Heath Extension)
- Highgate Wood
- Queen’s Park
- West Ham Park
These beloved green spaces boast spectacular landscapes and vistas, ancient woodland, diverse wildlife, world class sporting and athletics facilities, and heritage assets. We work closely with local communities and stakeholders to preserve and enhance these natural assets, helping to make London one of the most liveable large cities in the world.
About the Role
This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role at North London Open Spaces, and directly contribute to and make a meaningful impact in the conservation and protection of these cherished green spaces.
As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will serve as the primary subject matter expert at NLOS for nature conservation, conceiving and leading on initiatives, advising colleagues, and working collaboratively both internally and externally. They will have responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day management of most of Hampstead Heath and all of Highgate Wood, and will also oversee a number of services that function across and support the four open spaces (eg, arboriculture and tree management, waste and recycling, conservation, and ecology).
For the better performance of their duties, the Head of Conservation will be required to reside in accommodation that is provided on site and will be scheduled onto an on-call and duty manager rota with other colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert for nature conservation at Hampstead Heath, Highgate Wood, Queen’s Park, and West Ham Park
- Oversee the day-to-day management of Highgate Wood and most of Hampstead Heath
- Oversee arboriculture / tree management, waste management, conservation, habitat creation/restoration and management, wildlife management, water body management, and climate change adaptation across North London Open Spaces
- Lead and motivate a team of 25-30 multi-skilled professionals committed to the conservation of these four sites
- Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, including environmental protection, climate change, nature recovery, wildlife protection, flood risk management, and health and safety.
About You
We are looking for a high-energy and innovative leader with a strong background in nature conservation, open space management, and team leadership.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex public open spaces.
- Comprehensive experience developing and delivering biodiversity and land management programmes and projects in a range of habitats, ideally within an urban setting.
- Significant experience managing complex conservation work and projects across varied landscapes
- Significant knowledge of biodiversity and wildlife management, including land and water management.
- Strong experience managing a diverse team of professionals in an operational environment.
- Experience of implementing legislation and policy relevant to biodiversity conservation, planning guidance, and site designation for wildlife conservation and species status designations.
- A highly creative, entrepreneurial and ‘can do’ approach to problem solving, with the ability to remain resilient in the face of challenges.
- Strong quantitative skills and comfort interrogating and analysing data and budgets.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to join a prestigious organisation that protects some of London’s most treasured landscapes.
- Lead through a high-impact role with the opportunity to shape the future of these iconic spaces.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative team that is committed to conservation and community engagement.
- Work across multiple iconic sites.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
How to Apply
If you are excited about the opportunity to play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing London’s most cherished green spaces, we’d love to hear from you.
Provisional Interview dates: W/C 6th October & 13th October 2025
Closing date: 12 Noon on Monday 22nd September 2025
To apply please click the Apply button.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide.
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.
Brain Research UK are seeking an Interim Finance Manager to oversee the finance function for 3-4 months.
About us
Brain Research UK (BRUK) funds world-class research to discover the causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of all those who are affected by neurological conditions.
The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It weighs just 3lb, yet it controls our emotions, senses and actions. Every single one of them. It is how we process the world around us. So when it breaks down, we break down. It doesn’t have to be this way.
There are hundreds of neurological conditions. We fund the best research to discover the causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of those affected. We inspire scientists and families to come together, side by side, stride by stride.
We are an agile organisation operating with a small staff base to deliver far reaching impact.
The role
Effective financial management is central to our strategy and operating model. The Finance Manager will be crucial in determining how we manage our finances, resources and operations whilst embedding a culture of financial efficiency and effective controls.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Interim Finance Manager will lead on financial matters and be expected to provide critical financial information, insightful analysis and timely reporting to facilitate the growth of the Charity.
The role is standalone but working within a closeknit team. It with therefore have a degree of autonomy but will be expected to contribute to the wider development of the Charity. This is a pivotal appointment within the Charity and will provide some broad exposure to the Board and Investment Committee.
We are therefore seeking a dynamic qualified accountant who has had wide exposure to financial reporting and processes, preferably within a fundraising Charity. Being a financial ‘all rounder’, there is a real opportunity to contribute to the way the Charity operates by instilling sound financial operations and providing meaningful financial reporting. The role provides an opportunity to lead the finance function and will suit a progressive accountant looking for this kind of responsibility.
We would therefore be looking for an individual that has demonstrable experience in operating financial functions and has the personality to fit within a charity that works collaboratively.
The role covers a 3 to 4 month period commencing from late September. Early applications are encouraged so we can interview as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client as we look to support the organisation appoint a Grants Manager for their Building Independence portfolio. This position will be offered on a permanent basis, with expectations to be in the London office at least once a week.
The foundation have recently launched their new strategy. Their 2025–2030 strategy, called Elevate Your Impact, sharpens their focus on tacking poverty and addressing systemic inequality. They’re concentrating their efforts on some of life’s toughest transitions where the right support at the right time can make a lasting difference.
Building Independence
One of those priorities is their Building Independence portfolio. Building independence prioritises supporting organisations working with young people aged 14 to 25. Too many lack the support, relationships, or safe spaces they need – especially those leaving care, excluded from school, living with a learning disability or navigating life as an LGBTQ+ young person.
The foundation fund work that helps young people to raise aspirations, build confidence and feel equipped for the next stage of life. They also support work that joins up fragmented services and pushes for policies that reflect the real experiences of young people. Through their partners, they want to help young people not just get by but move forward with purpose. They also want to help create the conditions where young people shape the communities and systems around them too
The Role
The role of Grants Manager will work to support the successful delivery of grant within the Building Independence Portfolio. This includes the undertaking of grant application assessment, participation in application decision meetings and undertake visits to meet organisations working in this area. You will support this work by undertaking complimentary policy research, building a deeper sector knowledge to support the development and continuous improvement of the fund.
The Candidate
Successful candidates will come with experience, or understanding, of grant making, particularly with understanding of youth voice and systems change. They’re looking to bring someone in with a good understanding of the principles of good grant making. This includes knowing the terminology and grant making practices.
Candidates will also need to come into the organisation with an understanding of how youth voice can shape work. The foundation want to strengthen organisations that do youth voice work well. Candidates will need to come into this role with an understanding of youth voice and associated language.
They are also keen on candidates with experience, or understanding of, systems change. This can take many shapes and sizes, as long as the work candidates have delivered has been focused on changing and adapting systems for beneficiaries.
If you are interested to learn more about the position, please apply with your CV only. Should your profile be successful, a relevant consultant will be in touch to explore the role, and experience, in more detail.
Womankind Worldwide are exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a new Director of Finance, People & Culture to join their team on a permanent basis. Womankind Worldwide is a global women's rights organisation working in partnership with women's rights movements and organisations to transform the lives of women and girls.
Reporting into one of the Co-CEOs, the Director of Finance, People & Culture will lead Womankind’s finance, HR, and Resources functions while ensuring regulatory compliance across jurisdictions (UK and Kenya). You'll work closely with their Finance & Resources Committee and serve as Company Secretary, supporting their ambitious Strategy to 2030.You will also lead the people strategy that strengthens Womankind’s culture, enhances employee wellbeing, drives engagement, and aligns talent with their strategic goals.
The organisation:
Womankind Worldwide strengthen and support women’s movements in their focus countries in Africa and Asia, and take collective action at regional and global levels, to ensure women’s voices are heard, their rights are realised, and their lives are free from violence. Currently, Womankind has staff based in Kenya and the UK. They’re undertaking a strategic transformation to strengthen their impact through a grantmaking and partnership review, an updated business model and a strategic alignment process. Staff wellbeing - one of their core feminist principles - will remain central as they navigate this journey. These changes reflect their deep commitment towards a feminist future and will position them to provide more strategic support where it is most needed across their focus countries during these unprecedented times in the development sector.
The key duties of the Director of Finance, People & Culture are as follows:
- Lead strategic financial and HR planning in collaboration with Co-CEOs and Finance & Resources Committee
- Drive implementation of Strategy 2030 particularly those strategies pertaining to Womankind’s goals to value our team and decolonise our practice
- Support assessment of funding landscape and sustainable financing strategies
- Ensure effective 3-year rolling budgeting and planning cycles
- Line manage Finance, People & Culture team, provide coaching, supervision, and development support, whilst building team capacity through process improvement
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
- Lead annual audit and statutory accounts production in the UK and Kenya
- Act as Company Secretary to Board of Trustees
- Ensure consistent quality and delivery of all finance processes (internal and external)
- Strategic development and review of Human Resource management, policies and processes
- Shape and model a feminist, inclusive, and high-performing organisational culture that aligns with Womankind’s values
- Oversee design and implementation of a wellbeing strategy
- Lead on information technology, ensuring systems meet needs of the organisation
- Provide oversight of facilities in the UK and Kenya
The successful candidate will have:
- Qualification: A full, recognised accounting qualification
- Leadership: Proven track record delivering strategic plans as part of senior leadership team
- Experience: Significant experience leading Finance and HR functions
- International: Experience working across multiple jurisdictions
- Charity Sector: Understanding of charity governance, SORP accounting, and charity financing
- Management: Strong staff management and development experience
- Communication: Ability to explain complex financial matters to non-financial
- Governance: Experience working with and being accountable to Board of Trustees
- Values: Strong commitment to feminism, anti-racism, and social justice
This role can be based in either the UK or Kenya, with flexible hybrid working policies in place. The team are also open to considering candidates with strong experience on a 0.8 FTE basis.
Applications are open until Sunday 28th September, with first stage interviews due to take place the week commencing 6th October. CVs will be under continuous review in advance of this date and we reserve the right to close the advert early, so please submit your application today to make sure you don’t miss out!
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We are delighted to be working in partnership with London City Mission (LCM). LCM is passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
We are seeking a dedicated HR Advisor to join their Human Resources team and play a vital role in supporting LCM's mission through excellent people management. You'll provide professional HR advice and guidance to leaders and staff, ensuring all operational HR support is delivered to the highest standard while upholding LCM's Christian values.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within a caring HR team, supporting everything from recruitment campaigns and case management to occupational health referrals and employee administration. You'll help maintain and update HR systems, conduct exit interviews, and contribute to projects that enhance HR processes across the organisation.
Working in a supportive, mission-focused environment, you'll be part of ensuring LCM can effectively reach those on the margins of society through well-supported, motivated staff and robust HR practices.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Some previous experience in an HR role or evidence of a clear commitment to develop a career in HR.
- Part-CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5) or equivalent experience with good academic track record.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in written and numerical work.
- Strong Christian faith and prayer life – a committed and practicing Christian.
- Right to work in the UK.
You will be part of a charity that has daily and weekly staff prayer meetings, monthly team days that include worship and teaching, and lots of opportunities to live out your faith. If you possess this unique blend of gifting and skills, along with a deep desire to support LCM’s mission to reach those who may be less likely to encounter the message of Jesus in London, then we would love to hear from you.
Please see the Candidate Pack for more details.
For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the LCM statement of faith.
Location: Hybrid, London (min on-site two days per week)
Closing date: Wednesday 24th September 2025
Charisma vetting interviews to be completed by: Monday 29th September 2025
Interviews with LCM: w/c 6th October 2025 (in-person)
About Unfold
We are a bold, growing local charity powered by volunteers and dedicated staff who support young people and families to set and achieve goals that matter most to them. Through mentoring, peer groups, and specialist programmes for people seeking asylum and refugees, we are creating opportunities for growth, belonging, and brighter futures. Last year, we supported over 350 people, and we’re growing.
The Role
We are seeking a Funding and Impact Manager to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans. This is a pivotal role where you’ll blend strategic fundraising with impact storytelling, ensuring our programmes remain high-quality, sustainable, and far-reaching.
You’ll be working closely with our CEO, Deputy CEO, and Programme Managers to:
- Secure sustainable income streams through grants, trusts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
- Strengthen our impact measurement, analysing programme data to tell powerful stories of change.
- Support our fundraising strategy, from opportunity spotting to proposal writing and reporting.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and supporters.
- Use and improve our CRM (Beacon) to manage funding pipelines and track programme outcomes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is proactive, innovative, and passionate about making a measurable difference.
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll be:
- Experienced in third-sector fundraising and income generation.
- Skilled in monitoring and evaluation with the ability to turn data into insights and impact stories.
- A strong communicator with the ability to write compelling bids and reports.
- Collaborative, yet confident working independently.
- Aligned with our values of trust, compassion, and empowerment.
Experience with CRM systems and/or data visualisation (e.g. Power BI) would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Holidays: 25 working days (along with additional Christmas closedown days)
- Pension: We offer a generous pension provision. New staff are automatically enrolled for a pension after three months, and after six months, we will match your contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
- Team working: We are a small but brilliant team: we're supportive, diverse, and we help each other out. There are always opportunities to get involved in different aspects of the organisation, or lead on new initiatives.
- Training opportunities: We want to ensure that our team is continuously learning and building expertise in their field. For this reason, we offer each team member two days per year dedicated to professional development and training opportunities.
- Wellbeing - How we feel matters: Staff have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and our staff Wellbeing Champions are leading on the design and delivery of our wellbeing strategy, including the review of our quarterly wellbeing survey. Staff have regular supervision sessions to encourage reflection and discussion on our work and wellbeing. Additionally, we’re excited to introduce three days a year dedicated to team-building activities. These days are an opportunity to build skills, foster connections, and recharge as a team!
- Flexible working: We're happy to consider flexible working arrangements in line with the requirements of the role.
- Working Environment: We work in a beautiful, accessible, eco-friendly co-working space with a number of other charities, with plants, a leafy roof terrace and free hot and cold drinks. With comfortable spaces to read quietly or talk in a group, our workspace is somewhere you'll want to be.
Unfold supports families and young people in London, helping them get where they want to be through mentoring powered by volunteers and support groups

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