Development events manager jobs in wimbledon chase, greater london
The IOP is a friendly and ambitious organisation. Inclusion and diversity are central to our work and we have a ‘work anywhere’ policy to make working at the IOP as flexible as possible. Looking after our colleagues and supporting them in life and work is our priority, ensuring they can live their best lives, with competitive salaries, professional development opportunities and generous benefits.
Our comprehensive benefits package including:
- An excellent pension scheme - (up to 12% company contribution)
- Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance, health care cash plan (via salary sacrifice) eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards, employee assistance programme
- Floating bank holidays (choose where to take your bank holidays throughout the year)
- Generous annual leave (25 days starting as a standard)
- Flexible working and much more!
The Role
What will I be doing?
- Supporting the Manager- Teaching Workforce in the development of a report on Recruitment, Retention and Retraining physics teachers in further education
- Supporting the development of relationships with key stakeholders in the education sector, including curating key networks such as the Initial Teaching Training community
- Undertaking activities to support the development of a robust research and evidence base around: the factors underpinning the health of the physics teaching workforce and how best to create the conditions for this to thrive
Projects you work on may include:
- Curating and supporting stakeholder networks, including the Initial Teacher community
- Recruitment, Retention and Retraining Physics Teachers in Further Education report
Who will I work with?
- Manager- Teaching Workforce
- Supporting the ITE lead community
- Marketing and Communications
- Policy and Public Affairs
Ideally, we hope you’ll apply if your skills include:
Essential Criteria
- Experience of working in a project-based environment with significant internal and external stakeholder interest. Note that formal project management qualifications are not a requirement.
- Experience working in a strategy, policy or public affairs-related background.
- Co-ordination of project budgets, liaising with project and finance leads
Nice to have
- An understanding of relevant aspects of the education policy landscape
The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity. We know that not every candidate fits into a neat little box, and that's okay! So, even if your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified but you believe you’d bring passion, creativity, and a willingness to learn, we’d love to learn more about you!
Application
Alongside your CV, please ensure you include a cover letter stating how you meet the person specification.
How will I be working?
The Institute of Physics is an inclusive employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working called How We Work. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact. The How We Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility. You will be allocated a ‘base’ office which can also be a chosen place of work.
Why should I want to work for the IOP?
The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work.
To apply for this role please click the link below, best of luck with your applications!
We recognise personal unique characteristics, should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and/or throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support.
The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.
We strive to make physics accessible to people from all backgrounds.



Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- 40 days paid leave per year: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 3 days between Christmas and New Year and 4 wellbeing days
- Strong commitment to professional development with a dedicated training budget
- Annual performance and pay progression reviews
- Up to 5% pension contribution
- Scope to take real ownership in a fast-growing charity
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free therapy
- Work phone and laptop
- A supportive and inclusive culture with regular team social events
Settle is committed to increasing the representation of lived experience of the care system in our team. For this reason, care-experienced applicants who meet the essential criteria below are particularly encouraged to apply, and will be guaranteed an interview. Please refer to the final page of the job description to understand what we mean by the term ‘care-experienced’.
Choosing to join Settle in our mission means contributing to meaningful and much-needed societal change. As Trust and Foundation Fundraising Officer, you’ll be working to generate income which will enable Settle to expand its reach, achieve its strategic goals and, ultimately, make a real difference to the amazing young people we serve.
You’ll work closely with our senior leadership and support team to help deliver our fundraising strategy. As part of a fundraising and communications team of 5, you’ll report to our Head of Fundraising and be accountable for writing grant applications and funder reports, prospecting for new funding opportunities and day-to-day funder administration and correspondence.
Candidates with experience of trust and foundation fundraising are encouraged to apply; however, direct fundraising experience is not an essential requirement for this position. Trust and foundation fundraising is a skill that can be taught, and we’re confident in our ability to nurture and develop new talent. Essential requirements include exceptional writing skills, reliable administrative skills and strong people skills. Applications would be welcomed from candidates with a background in communications or writing-based roles, or from other areas of the charity sector.
Settle is committed to increasing the representation of lived experience of the care system in our team. For this reason, care-experienced applicants who meet the essential criteria below are particularly encouraged to apply, and will be guaranteed an interview. Please refer to the final page of this job description to understand what we mean by the term ‘care-experienced’.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You care about improving the lives of our young people
You’re deeply committed to our mission and will go the extra mile to ensure young people are receiving the best quality support they deserve.
You have outstanding writing skills
You’ll have a track record of producing high quality written work with a keen eye for detail and ability to tailor your writing to the needs of the audience.
You’re great with people
You’re going to be working with colleagues, partners and young people from a range of backgrounds. It is essential that you demonstrate the compassion and communication skills to build good relationships, and that you are dedicated to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion into all areas of your work.
You’re an organised and thoughtful worker
You’ll apply a considered, research-informed approach, both when identifying and approaching funders. You can manage multiple deadlines efficiently and you are meticulous in your attention to detail, recognising the rigour required in collecting data and in record-keeping, as well as the nuances of grant-writing.
You are proactive
You will take ownership and responsibility for the quality of your work, and you’ll be able to take initiative as well as instruction, leading on projects independently as well as working collaboratively with other team members when required.
You are self-reflective
You’re continually looking for opportunities to learn and improve. You’re able to recognise areas for development and demonstrate an appetite for continual professional development and growth. You view feedback as a gift and use it to shape your practice.
Our vision is a 21st century Britain where no young person is homeless and all young people get a fair chance at doing well.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the Role
The Policy Coordinator plays a key role in delivering high-quality, intersectional policy analysis and supporting Imkaan’s strategic advocacy. Grounded in Black feminist and anti-racist values, the role ensures our work reflects the lived experiences of Black and Minoritised women and girls.
The postholder will draft policy positions, respond to consultations, produce briefings, and monitor political and sector developments.
Working closely with the Policy and Research Manager and wider team, they will help shape national debates and influence government and stakeholder engagement.
This role requires creativity, analytical strength, and commitment to social justice. The desired candidate will be politically engaged, detail-oriented, and passionate about using policy to shift power and drive change.
Key Responsibilities
1. Policy Research, Analysis, and Development
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Monitor and assess political, legislative, and social developments relevant to violence against women and girls (VAWG), with a particular focus on the experiences and needs of Black and Minoritised women and girls.
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Conduct horizon scanning to track emerging policy trends, legislation, consultations, and other developments affecting the Black and Minoritised women’s sector.
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Analyse national and regional policy environments to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for strategic influence and sector sustainability.
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Produce clear, timely, and well-structured policy briefings, consultation responses, and position papers on VAWG, racial justice, and structural inequality.
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Lead or contribute to consultation responses, parliamentary inquiries, and government engagement opportunities to ensure Imkaan’s voice and expertise inform relevant policy processes.
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Conduct desk-based research and support analysis of member experiences, service data, and lived experience evidence to strengthen the evidence base for advocacy.
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Maintain a library of policy resources and an up-to-date bank of statistics and evidence to support internal and external use.
2. Advocacy and External Sector Engagement
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Use policy analysis to inform and shape advocacy strategies, campaigns, and public engagement work.
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Develop and maintain relationships with policy makers, researchers, academics, and allied organisations.
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Represent Imkaan in relevant external meetings, networks, roundtables, and events.
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Contribute to debates and dialogue by articulating well-evidenced, feminist-informed policy perspectives.
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Deliver policy briefings, workshops, and training sessions for Imkaan members and partners.
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Support the development of collective policy knowledge and exchange across the sector.
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Feed into internal planning to align the work of the policy of the Imkaan with wider organisational objectives and timelines.
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Support the coordination of engagement with policymakers, local and national government representatives
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Help prepare for external meetings, briefings, and parliamentary engagement – including drafting agendas, notes, and follow-up materials
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Assist with convening policy roundtables, strategic influencing meetings, and cross-sector collaborations
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Contribute to the development of Imkaan’s policy influencing calendar and contact management system.
3. Project Planning, Coordination and Organisational Contribution
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Contribute to the overarching workplan of the Policy Unit, ensuring deliverables and deadlines are met.
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Engage in internal monitoring and evaluation as required to assess impact and inform future strategy.
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Maintain effective systems for documentation, reporting, and communication within the team and with stakeholders.
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Actively participate in the team supervision system, internal meetings, and organisational development initiatives.
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Support positive team dynamics and contribute to a collaborative, learning-oriented working culture.
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Ensure alignment with Imkaan’s ethical principles and values in all aspects of policy work.
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Participate in personal development planning and engage with training opportunities.
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Work with the Membership Coordinator to gather insight from members on emerging policy issues
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Support members to participate in influencing opportunities (e.g. consultations, submissions, meetings)
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Help translate policy developments into accessible updates and communications for members and stakeholders.
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Support internal reporting and evaluation of policy and influencing work, tracking outputs and impacts
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Ensure Imkaan’s policy work reflects the organisation’s values and the expertise of Black and Minoritised women and girls
Person Specification
Essential Experience
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This post is open to Black and Minoritised women only as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (Occupational Requirement)
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Substantial experience working in policy, public affairs, or advocacy within the VAWG sector or closely related fields.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and analyse policy using a feminist, anti-racist, and intersectional lens.
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Experience drafting policy positions, briefings, consultation responses, and research summaries.
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Familiarity with policy issues related to migration, housing and criminal justice, particularly as they affect Black and Minoritised women.
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Strong understanding of how policy change happens in the UK including government structures, legislation, and public policy processes.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to translate complex information for different audiences.
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Research and analytical skills, with experience gathering evidence and synthesising findings into clear policy messaging.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
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Commitment to the values of Black feminism, anti-racism, and the rights of Black and Minoritised women and girls
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex issues into accessible, impactful policy positions.
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Knowledge of methods and frameworks for policy research and analysis.
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Ability to support policy engagement across a range of stakeholder groups, including grassroots organisations and government bodies.
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Strong planning, organisational, and project coordination skills.
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Confident in convening and facilitating meetings, preparing agendas, and producing follow-up documentation.
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Deep commitment to intersectional Black feminist values and social justice.
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Demonstrable understanding of the specific experiences and needs of Black and Minoritised women.
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Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and across dynamic partnerships and networks.
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Commitment to ethical, participatory, and survivor-centred approaches to policy work.
Desirable Experience
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Knowledge of devolved governments and regional political structures in the UK.
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Experience in monitoring and evaluating policy impact.
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Ability to design and deliver policy-related training or capacity-building for grassroots organisations.
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Understanding of international frameworks on women’s rights, migration, and racial justice (e.g., CEDAW, Istanbul Convention, UN conventions).
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Experience in drafting speeches, op-eds, or articles for advocacy purposes.
What we offer:
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30 days annual leave + public holidays (pro rata)
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Flexible working arrangements
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Pension contribution
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Private Health Care (BUPA)
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Meeting Free Fridays
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Supportive, feminist working environment
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Opportunities for learning and development
Imkaan is a feminist organisation dedicated to addressing violence against Black and minoritised women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Worker - Mockingbird
Making a Difference in Foster Care!
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Project Worker to support and sustain the Mockingbird programme across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with fostering services, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in care.
Position: Project Worker – Mockingbird
Salary: £32,480 – £37,555 per annum (plus London weighting if applicable)
Location: Home base in the North of England/Midlands with travel required throughout the UK.
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Closing date: Wednesday 27 August 2025, 12 noon
Interview dates: Thursday 4 September 2025 (held in person in Leeds)
About the Role
As a Mockingbird Project Worker, you will play a vital role in expanding and embedding the Mockingbird model—a ground-breaking, evidence-informed approach to foster care. You will provide direct support and quality assurance to fostering services, helping them implement, grow, and sustain Mockingbird constellations.
You will:
- Deliver remote and in-person support, training, and guidance to local fostering teams.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with delivery partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure quality assurance through coaching, ongoing assessment, and resource development.
- Contribute to the design of training content and programme events.
- Represent the Mockingbird programme internally and externally, championing its benefits and impact.
- Support the operational delivery of the programme across the UK.
About You
We're seeking individuals who are:
- Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people in care.
- Experienced in training, coaching, or project work within fostering or children’s services.
- Skilled in relationship-building and confident working across multidisciplinary teams.
- Organised and self-motivated, able to manage a varied workload and travel regularly.
- Familiar with children’s social care policy and practice (fostering knowledge is a strong advantage).
- Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Essential:
- Experience delivering training and support both online and in-person.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Teams and Office 365.
- Willingness to travel and work flexibly across your region.
Desirable:
- Understanding of the Mockingbird model.
- Experience working with foster carers, local authorities, or independent fostering agencies.
- Lived experience of the care system.
About the Organisation
As the UK’s leading fostering charity, they work with fostering services and foster families to transform children’s lives. The Mockingbird programme is one of the most exciting developments in foster care, improving stability and outcomes by replicating the support of an extended family. They offer a flexible, inclusive and supportive work culture where your contribution truly matters.
What We Offer
- 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and sick pay
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
- Season ticket loan
- Eye care contributions
Other roles you may have experience in could include: Project Officer, Project Manager, Project Lead, Family Support Worker, Children’s Project Worker, Fostering Support Officer, Learning and Development Coordinator, Practice Development Officer, Community Support Worker, Social Care Project Worker, Constellation Support Lead.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Corporate Partnership Executive
We are seeking a confident and driven fundraiser or sales professional to secure corporate income and partnerships for an award-winning North London youth charity.
Position: Corporate Partnership Executive
Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 per annum (pro rata if 0.8 FTE) plus benefits
Location: Burnt Oak, North London, with some hybrid working
Hours: Permanent, full or part-time (0.8 FTE considered), flexible working including occasional evenings/weekends
Closing Date: Friday, September 5th
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the largest youth club in North London and proud winner of the Barnet Group’s “Charity of the Year” 2025. You will work closely with the Director of Fundraising to develop and deliver a corporate partnerships strategy that generates new income, stewards a strong base of existing support, and secures valuable gifts-in-kind. You will help lead our relationship with major partnerships that include brands like ASOS, Burberry, GlaxoSmithKline and Barratt Homes as well as numerous local and regional businesses.
Key responsibilities include:
- Researching, identifying, and approaching potential corporate supporters
- Creating a compelling corporate ‘Case for Support’ and tailored proposals
- Managing and developing relationships with existing corporate partners
- Networking with local and national businesses independently and in collaboration with other London youth zones and our national partner
- Developing creative volunteering opportunities for corporate supporters
- Coordinating corporate engagement in fundraising campaigns and events
About You
You will be an enthusiastic and results-focused professional with some experience in income generation, sales, or business development. You will have:
- Proven ability to meet financial targets and manage a pipeline of prospects
- Strong networking, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Confidence in making face-to-face approaches to secure funding
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A passion for creating opportunities that benefit young people and the community
Experience in the non-profit sector and securing significant corporate income is desirable, but we encourage candidates with the drive to succeed but possess limited experience or transferable skills to apply.
About the Organisation
The organisation is an independent charity and purpose-built youth centre for North London’s young people aged 8 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs. They support North London’s young people with three things they deserve and need; somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. Open 6 days a week including school holidays, their vision is to ensure every young person is supported and empowered to reach their potential.
Join them in making a difference and raising the aspirations of young people across North London. They embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals with non-traditional backgrounds. Safeguarding is paramount, and an enhanced DBS check is required. As an equal opportunity employer, they value individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Corporate Fundraising Executive, Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Partnerships Officer, Income Generation Officer, Fundraising Officer, Sponsorship Executive, Relationship Manager
If you are ready to use your skills to inspire businesses to support life-changing work for young people, we’d love to hear from you.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Position: Senior Individual Giving Officer (Digital Acquisition)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week – Part Time considered
Contract: Fixed Term - 8 Months Contract
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £33,044 per annum (Pro rata for part-time) plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Charity
you’ll start at our entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
Are you an experienced digital fundraiser or marketer looking for a short-term opportunity to make a big impact? Do you thrive on creating campaigns that bring in new supporters and grow income?
We’re looking for a proactive and creative Senior Individual Giving Officer (Digital Acquisition) to join our friendly and ambitious fundraising team at the MS Society on an 8 month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a key area of work and help shape the future of our digital fundraising.
Your main focus will be acquiring new supporters through digital channels — planning and delivering high-performing campaigns across paid social, PPC, email and more. You’ll also lead on developing and testing new digital fundraising products that inspire one-off and regular giving.
You might be working in digital fundraising, marketing, or performance-based acquisition. You’ll have experience running digital campaigns, analysing results, and using insight to drive improvements. You’ll also be a creative thinker who’s excited to try new approaches and help us grow.
This is a hands-on role that will also help influence strategy. You’ll work within the Individual Giving and Legacies team, but work closely with colleagues across Brand, Content, Digital and Data, and with external partners and agencies. You’ll have the chance to bring your expertise, energy and ideas to a role where your work will be seen, valued and make a real difference.
Whether you're looking for your next interim role, returning from a break, or simply seeking a rewarding short-term challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Please note: this is a fixed term contract for 8 months.
Applications for part time between 21-24 hours will be considered, if applying for part time with state this within your cover letter. Please note stated salary will be pro rata if appointed at part time.
Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Friday 29th August 2025
Interested?
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Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
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Are you passionate about empowering young people and want to help deliver inspiring educational experiences across the UK?
Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your organisational skills and attention to detail make a real impact?
Summary
Young Citizens is recruiting two Programme Coordinators to help deliver our UK education programmes, one with a focus on Events Coordination, and the other on School Engagement. These roles are key to ensuring thousands of young people across the UK benefit from high-quality, meaningful learning experiences.
Note: We are hiring up to two Coordinators for initial 18 month contracts, with potential to become permanent. See the job pack below.
About us
Young Citizens is a UK education charity on a mission to help children and young people thrive in their communities and society. For nearly forty years we’ve equipped young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand how democracy and society works, and how they can be a part of it. We’re a small, dynamic team working in each nation with a bold vision for the future. We have a well-loved set of digital lessons, tools and immersive programmes that primary and secondary schools come to each year to help deliver inspiring, quality citizenship education.
Role snapshot
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Young Citizens in one of two key Programme Coordinator roles, each helping to deliver our national education programmes.
- As Programme Coordinator – Event and Project Lead, you’ll oversee the planning and delivery of around 65 events each year, from mock trials and school workshops to teacher training and sector-facing events, ensuring every detail contributes to a high-quality experience for young people, educators, and volunteers. In addition to event delivery, the role also involves leading key projects that support programme development and growth.
- As Programme Coordinator – Schools Engagement Lead, you’ll be the main point of contact for over 480 secondary schools, managing registrations, communications, and support to ensure smooth, engaging participation across our programmes.
Both roles are vital to our mission of empowering young people through active citizenship. You’ll play a hands-on role in shaping a well-established charity as we deliver on our 3-year strategy, with opportunities to facilitate workshops and mock trials, coordinate programme delivery, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team where clear processes, adaptability, and a passion for social impact are key to success.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for highly organised, proactive individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and care deeply about making a difference for young people. Whether your strengths lie in event logistics or school engagement, you’ll bring energy, precision, and a collaborative mindset to our dynamic team.
You’ll have experience coordinating programmes or events, managing busy workloads, and building strong relationships with a range of stakeholders. Confidence in facilitation (or a willingness to train), strong IT skills, and a solutions-focused approach are essential.
We value team players who can adapt quickly, set up effective processes, and keep things running smoothly. If you're energised by coordinating events, managing logistics with precision, and building trusted relationships with schools to deliver inspiring educational programmes, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits of working at Young Citizens
In addition to joining a small, friendly, and supportive team, we offer:
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- 28 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holidays
- Paid volunteering leave
- A day off for your birthday
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
- Season ticket loan
- The opportunity to make a real difference to children and young people across the UK
This is a hybrid working role, requiring office attendance a minimum of 2 days a week during non-delivery periods and may require more frequent office attendance during delivery periods. Candidates should be based within a reasonable commute to St Paul’s, London and have the existing right to work in the UK.
To learn more about the role and the application process, please refer to the job pack for full details.
As long as this advert is live, we are accepting applications.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a one-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the person specification. This will give you the best chance of being shortlisted.
Closing date: 11pm on Sunday, 21 September 2025.
Please note:
• Young Citizens is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• Young Citizens welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
This is your chance to begin a career that changes lives – starting with your own. At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we believe in developing new talent and giving you everything you need to thrive in the homelessness sector. As a Trainee Project Worker or Trainee Floating Support Worker, you will be part of a mission that helps people across London – in Westminster, Lewisham, Camden and Islington – move from crisis to stability and towards a life they can truly enjoy. From day one, you will be supported by experienced colleagues and immersed in a training programme designed to give you the skills, confidence and knowledge to succeed.
In our supported accommodation services, you will work directly with residents, building trust, encouraging progress and providing the practical support that makes independence possible. As a Trainee Floating Support Worker, you will travel across London to meet clients in their homes and communities, tackling housing issues, supporting health and wellbeing, and helping them achieve personal goals. The work is varied, fast-paced and deeply rewarding, with every shift – whether early mornings, late evenings, weekends or bank holidays – bringing the chance to see real change happen.
With SHP, you are never on your own. You will learn from some of the most dedicated and knowledgeable people in the sector, gaining expertise in areas from housing and benefits to mental health and recovery approaches. You will see first-hand the impact of your work, from someone securing stable housing to taking their first steps into training or employment. As you progress through the Trainee Programme, your salary will increase at six and nine months, reflecting your growth and achievements. This is more than just the start of a career – it is the beginning of a journey where your skills, passion and commitment will transform the lives of homeless Londoners, while opening up a future of endless possibilities for you.
About you:
You do not need to have previous or formal experience working in the homelessness sector or in a support role. We are seeking people with transferable skills and experience gained from a varied background, who will demonstrate a commitment and passion for the work that we do. You will be ready to learn on the job and we will support you to develop your own learning and practice through a structured programme and teamwork.
We are looking for people who are creative thinkers, that are committed and motivated in inspiring our clients into leading successful lives. In return, we will provide you with a comprehensive and engaging Trainee Programme. Involving ongoing support, trainee specific workshops and plenty of opportunity to learn on the job through formal training, reflective practice, service visits and working with experienced colleagues. The traineeship period will run up to 9 months with a possibility for a fast track at 6 months.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 12,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 31st August at Midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th and Friday 12th September 2025.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
*We are seeking to recruit a group of trainees to form a cohort starting between October - November.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.




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Harris Hill is delighted to be working with an internationally respected organisation at the intersection of social good and corporate responsibility, to recruit an ambitious Sales and Account Executive.
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum (+commission to make it up to a possible £40k)
Location: Central London (4 days per week in office)
Contract: Permanent
This is a fantastic entry point into partnership management, offering the chance to work with major global companies on initiatives that support leadership, diversity and sustainability. You’ll be part of a progressive, international team helping to deliver a high-profile global event.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the partnerships team in managing relationships with global brands.
- Acting as a first point of contact for client queries and providing excellent support.
- Helping to deliver partnership commitments and maintain accurate records.
- Assisting with reports, proposals and event preparation.
- Collaborating across teams to ensure smooth delivery of client projects.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Some experience in account management, sales, customer service, or partnerships (charity or corporate).
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders.
- Commercial awareness and enthusiasm to learn about business–charity collaboration.
- A proactive, organised and detail-focused approach.
- Fluency in English (additional languages desirable).
- Right to work in the UK and ability to attend a central London office four days per week.
Why you’ll love it:
- Work with a smart, international team passionate about social impact.
- Flexible Fridays — a four-day working week for much of the year.
- Two-week Christmas closure.
- Central London office with social perks and regular team celebrations.
- Hands-on experience supporting global partnerships and large-scale events.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience by Wednesday 27th August
For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill on
Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion
Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover)
Depaul International oversees a group of leading homelessness charities working around the world to end homelessness. Depaul International is seeking a confident and strategic Global Advocacy Lead to champion our international advocacy work and strengthen the global response to homelessness.
Position: Global Advocacy Lead (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £47,000 pro rata, plus pension and benefits
Location: Hybrid, 2 Days from Home, Central London Office + Travel
Hours: Full-time (5 days), open to 4 days/part-time
Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months from October 2025
Closing Date: Friday 5th September
About the Role
This leadership role will focus on driving forward Depaul International’s global advocacy strategy during a period of maternity cover. Homelessness is a growing international challenge, yet lacks a unified global response. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our advocacy strategy continues to progress, positioning Depaul as a trusted partner and expert voice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of our global advocacy strategy in line with the Depaul Group Strategy
- Building and managing strategic relationships with international stakeholders such as the UN, EU, multilateral banks and global NGO networks
- Representing Depaul International at advocacy forums, government and global policy events
- Supporting national members to strengthen their advocacy capacity and share best practice
- Commissioning and overseeing research that underpins advocacy and policy work
- Monitoring international policy developments and influencing responses to global homelessness
About You
We are looking for a skilled leader with experience in advocacy, policy or research, ideally within an international NGO, development or humanitarian setting. You will bring:
- A strong track record of developing and implementing international advocacy strategies
- Experience influencing policy at global and regional levels
- Confidence in engaging with global institutions such as the UN, EU, World Bank, G20 or COP
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, able to represent Depaul International as a credible and authoritative voice
- Strong analytical, project management and strategic planning skills
- A personal commitment to Depaul’s values and mission to end homelessness
In return for working here, you will receive:
- A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
- Flexible working model for suitable roles.
- 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.
- Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
- Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
- Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
- Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
- Death in service (4x Base salary)
- Legal Advice line
About the Organisation
The Depaul Group – made up internationally of seven charities and overseen by Depaul International – exists because we believe everyone deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. We are locally governed and locally run and committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the people affected by it. The Depaul Group also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) and the Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA).
Depaul International (DPI) oversees the Group, ensuring the highest standards of service provision, governance, finance and helping develop capacity in areas including fundraising, communications and safeguarding. DPI currently consists of a team of 14.
We are currently based in seven countries across Europe and North America, (Croatia, France, Ireland, Slovakia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States of America) providing a range of urgent accommodation and services for people in great need.
The Group also has a key strategic relationship with the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness, which focuses on ending homelessness globally by bridging research, policy, and practice and the Famvin Homeless Alliance – mobilising the Vincentian Family across the world to develop new housing and other projects. Both strategic partnerships were born out of our shared values and commitment to end homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it.
Ever since Depaul’s inception over three decades ago, our values have helped to create a unique approach to supporting people that come to us for help.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Head of Policy, International Advocacy Manager, Global Policy Lead, External Affairs Director, Head of Research and Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Lead
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Title: Programme Coordinator
Line Manager: Managing Director
Location: Clapton, Hackney Contract:
Permanent Salary: £27,000
Hours: Full time/40 hrs per week (occasional evenings/weekends as required)
Pension contribution: 3% Holiday allowance: 25 days + bank holidays.
Who we are
Hackney School of Food is a food education hub in Clapton, Hackney. We work closely with schools and our local community to deliver cooking and growing programmes that build life skills and foster a healthier, more resilient future. Our award-winning teaching kitchen and its productive gardens give children and adults a “seed to spoon” experience. Here, we work with our local community, from school children, to families, to teams, to share with them how food is grown and cooked, as a way to deepen connections to healthy, seasonal ingredients. Set up in partnership with LEAP Federation and Chefs in Schools, we are a Community Interest Company – a not-for-profit social enterprise – with a mission to empower individuals to gain practical skills that inspire healthier habits, connect people across cultures, and support food education at the core of community wellbeing.
Role overview
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Programme Coordinator to help keep our busy calendar of classes, events, and community activities running like clockwork. This is a varied role with a focus on bookings and administration, alongside outreach, communications, and reporting, helping us reach more people, share our story, and measure the difference we make. The role will be onsite at our teaching space in Hackney. You’ll play a really key role in our team, making sure everyone, from our chef educators to our school partners, has the right information at the right time. You’ll coordinate the scheduling of a range of programmes, from weekly school sessions to seasonal events, ensuring each is delivered smoothly, safely and to a high standard. If you thrive on organisation, enjoy variety, and like the idea of working somewhere where no two days are the same, this could be the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
Programme & Administrative Coordination
- Act as the first point of contact for all incoming enquiries via phone, email, and in-person show-arounds.
- Manage and maintain the shared bookings calendar, ensuring schedules are accurate and up to date.
- Coordinate all aspects of school, after-school, and holiday cooking programmes — including outreach, scheduling, and briefing the delivery team.
- Coordinate corporate bookings, including tailored away days, cookery experiences, venue hires, and corporate volunteer days.
- Liaise with clients to understand bespoke requirements and ensure delivery teams are fully briefed.
- Prepare and send booking confirmations, terms and conditions, and collect deposits/payments when required.
- Provide logistical support for event bookings, setting up spaces for activities, ensuring equipment, furniture, and tech are ready.
Outreach & Communications
- Promote programmes to schools, community groups, corporate audiences, volunteers and the public.
- Undertake targeted outreach to recruit participants for funded community programmes, ensuring spaces are filled by priority groups.
- Produce engaging content for social media, newsletters, and the website to shout about what we do.
- Create and update promotional materials using tools such as Canva.
- Use networks, local events, and targeted outreach to grow participation.
- Keep our contact databases up to date.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Keep our Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework up to date, recording key data monthly and termly to record and evaluate our impact.
- Maintain accurate participation records across all of our programmes
- Collect and analyse participant feedback to improve delivery and help evaluate our programmes.
- Support the preparation of reports, case studies, and impact stories.
Finance & Administration
- Support financial processes for bookings and programmes, including invoicing, payment tracking, and deposits.
- Assist with budget monitoring for projects and events.
- Ensure accurate financial records are maintained in line with organisational procedures.
About you
Essential
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- High attention to detail while working at pace.
- Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
- Able to work independently, take initiative, and follow tasks through to completion.
- Collaborative, positive, and team-oriented.
- Tech-savvy with experience using calendars, spreadsheets, and digital tools.
- Basic understanding of budgets and financial processes.
Desirable
- Experience in food education, community health, or public health.
- Knowledge of Hackney’s local community and schools.
- Experience managing volunteers.
- Familiarity with Canva or other design tools.
Benefits
- Be part of a pioneering food education hub making a real impact on health, wellbeing and community
- Join a committed team where your ideas are welcomed and you’ll have the chance to shape and grow your role as the organisation evolves.
- 25 days of holiday per year, as well as bank holidays.
- Free onsite lunch provided during term time.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Equal Opportunities and our recruitment process
Hackney School of Food believes in the power of diverse talent to drive innovation and create a strong organisational culture. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from local candidates in Hackney.
Other requirements
As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Crossness Pumping Station is a unique, world heritage site built in 1865 to help rid London of cholera. Lying abandoned since the 1950s, it has been lovingly restored by a group of enthusiasts and volunteers since 1987. We are moving into the next phase of our development as a museum and need to improve our support to existing volunteers and recruitment of new ones. This role will be fundamental to achieving our strategic goals and future business plan.
About the role
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the recruitment, induction, training and support of volunteers for Crossness Engines Trust.
This role will ensure that volunteers are effectively integrated into the organisation and feel valued, motivated and equipped to contribute to its mission. The Volunteer Coordinator will work closely with Trustees and Visitor Development and Outreach Officer and Education Officer to develop a robust volunteer programme that supports both organisational objectives and the personal growth of the volunteers.
The Volunteer Coordinator will build strong relationships, coordinate scheduling and ensure volunteers are integrated across visitor services, events, heritage maintenance, education and administration.
This is a new role and will allow an experienced volunteer coordinator the opportunity to set up many of the essential parts of the role from scratch. Much of the role will include face-to-face interaction with our volunteers (including occasional weekend working) with some elements that can be performed offsite eg developing plans and procedures, representing the Trust at exhibitions, fairs etc.
Key Responsibilities
- Volunteer Recruitment and Induction
- Volunteer Coordination
- Training and Development
- Volunteer Wellbeing and Retention
- Monitoring and Reporting
- Collaboration & Programme Support
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience managing or coordinating volunteers or community engagement
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and support people from all walks of life
- Strong leadership and motivational skills
- Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple tasks with limited time
- Ability to manage complex issues across multiple stakeholders to satisfactory resolutions
- Confident working independently and collaboratively
- Strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, and the values of volunteering.
Desirable
- Experience in a museum, heritage or non-profit setting
- Knowledge of safeguarding and volunteer management best practices
- Experience with databases/CRM and/or volunteer management software
- Interest in engineering history, architecture or heritage.
To conserve, for public benefit, the buildings, engines and surroundings of the Southern Outfall of Sir Joseph Bazalgette's Victorian sewer system.





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We are recruiting a Suicide Prevention Officer who is bilingual in Welsh and English to facilitate the development, sale and delivery of high quality and impactful training and education programmes, upskilling individuals and organisations in suicide prevention.
What you will do:
- Facilitate in-person and online training sessions, ensuring interactive and impactful learning experiences.
- Develop and promote PAPYRUS’s training offer, tailoring to stakeholder needs and securing sales.
- Build relationships and partnerships to expand our reach and influence.
- Support the creation of e-learning and digital training resources.
- Prepare stakeholders for, and debrief them after, suicide interventions.
- Stay informed of best practice and national strategy, contribute to campaigns, and represent PAPYRUS in the media and at events.
- Champion safeguarding, health and safety, and equality across all activity.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A degree or professional qualification in a relevant field such as Education, Counselling, Training, Psychology, Community Development or Youth Work.
- A recognised training qualification or willingness to work towards one.
- Experience in delivering and developing training programmes and community-based projects in both English and Welsh.
- Ability to manage sensitive conversations and facilitate learning in emotionally complex areas.
- Strong relationship-building, presentation and time management skills.
- Professional curiosity, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding.
- Confidence in working independently and remotely, with ability to travel as required.
Please visit the careers site for the full job description and person specification for the role.
Salary: £30,559 per annum (Scale SCP 18), progressing by increments to £33,366 per annum (Scale SCP 23)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Although this role is home based, the applicant should be based in Cardiff due to the regular travel across the area. There is also requirement to travel across the wider area of Wales and West of England.
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: You will receive 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Simply Health membership, enhanced sick pay and enhanced parental pay. Please visit our website for more details.
Closing date: 29th August 2025
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications so, please submit your application as soon as possible.
PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our team to develop your communication and organisational skills whilst championing our network of county-based charities across England.
Network Engagement Assistant
Job ref: NEA
Department: Communities and Participation
Location: London office (N1) or home based, with regular travel
Reporting to: Network Engagement Manager
Hours: Full Time. 35 hours per week
Salary: £29,269 for a role based in our National Office in London or £25,134 for a home-based role outside of the London travel to work area
About Us
We are CPRE, the countryside charity. We want a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone.
We believe in countryside and green spaces that are accessible to all, rich in nature and playing a crucial role in responding to the climate emergency.
About the Role
In this role, you’ll be part of the small network engagement team, working alongside the volunteering and participation team, in the Communities and Participation directorate.
You’ll assist with supporting, championing and enabling effective collaboration with the network of county-based local CPRE charities across England.
This role has a communications focus and involves editing a weekly email newsletter and an intranet. You’ll be the first point of contact for local CPRE staff and volunteers with queries about the work of their local charities. You’ll organise and support online meetings and events and be involved with measuring and reporting the effectiveness of our work.
The Communities and Participation team is mainly home-based, so applications are encouraged from remote workers with the expectation of travel to meetings and events approximately twice a month, for which expenses are covered.
Full training will be given in all aspects of this role, along with ongoing support and opportunities for development.
AI will not be used in the recruitment process for this role.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 10 September
Interviews: Monday 22 or Tuesday 23 September
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse CPRE in which everyone feels supported, valued, and always able to be themselves at work, because we recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is important in achieving our vision of a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. We therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. People from ethnic minority backgrounds and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of ethnic minority background and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
Please note that we only accept applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK for the intended duration of the appointment. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will conduct a right to work check prior to the interview.
CPRE is an equal opportunities employer.
No agencies please.
South Kilburn Trust is seeking a passionate Community Engagement Coordinator. This role involves recruiting and training local volunteers, conducting door-to-door outreach, organizing events that foster cohesion among South Kilburn's 7,500+ diverse residents, and transforming community insights into action through partnerships with local organizations including the local council. The ideal candidate will be approachable, organized, and committed to social justice, with strong communication skills and experience motivating teams,supporting the community to actively take part in shaping the future of South Kilburn.
Reporting to: Community Engagement, Partnerships and Marketing Manager
Benefits: Pro-rata share of 25 days (FTE) annual leave and bank holidays. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible working*.
Location: Mostly in person in our South Kilburn office.
Expected Start Date: September 2025
About South Kilburn Trust
South Kilburn Trust (SKT) is a Community Development Trust working to improve the lives of residents in an area of London that is undergoing a long-term physical regeneration. It is the role of the Trust to identify the needs of local people and to advocate for them. We are a small and dynamic team dedicated to working with residents to make positive change in our community!
Job Description
Job Purpose
The aim of this role is to enhance community relations, ensuring that residents are heard, supported and engaged in important change in South Kilburn. South Kilburn is home to more than 7,500 people, many of which have been impacted by long term regeneration. Involving residents in shaping their future is central to our purpose, whether by ensuring local assets and amenities work for them, or by influencing service delivery. This makes the Community Engagement Coordinator an exciting and important role within the team.
Main Tasks:
Volunteer Recruitment, Training and Coordination
· Recruit and maintain a team of twenty active volunteers from the local community to assist in community building initiatives.
· Develop and deliver a volunteer programme to engage the South Kilburn community which will likely include, but not limited to:
o Community research and consultation
o Promoting community cohesion through events
o Mobilising residents through participation in action groups, community forums and resident panels.
· Train volunteers in peer-engagement and consultation practice,
· Induct and supervise skilled volunteers, as necessary.
Community Cohesion and Wellbeing
· Encourage and inspire volunteers to work as a team, take ownership of each activity, and to celebrate collective successes,
· Involve volunteers in planning and delivering community projects and events.
Resident Voice
· Community Conversations: Conduct outreach in the community with trained volunteers, including door-to-door surveys, pop-up stalls and focus groups.
· Collect and systematically analyse information gathered through outreach and community consultation.
Widening Participation
· Increase rates of community participation, belonging and pride across all segments of the community in South Kilburn.
· Use creative methods to increase engagement based on needs identified by all sections of our diverse community.
· Contribute to a new system of representative community governance, enabling the resident body to speak with one voice.
· Document and build a narrative of the work we do within the community, including findings from surveys, resident spotlights, opportunities, and initiatives.
Empowerment and Progression
· Seek opportunities for the community, within the community, working to engage interested residents and community groups to participate in and lead on initiatives.
· encouraging residents to get involved in the resident led partnership group, support with preparing and informing them of the process.
Partnerships and Information Sharing
· Seeking local opportunities; maintaining awareness of events and activities in around South Kilburn, working with volunteers to disseminate accurate information and signposting,
· Maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including locally based partner organisations, community groups, and Brent Council officers.
· Participating in and documenting internal and external community events and activities; contributing to a narrative of life and activity in South Kilburn and the work we do here at SKT.
Other
· Be an ambassador for SKT and ensure our values: open, empowering and caring are upheld by the volunteer team.
· As we are a small but growing team, the Community Coordinator is expected to participate in team actions, mobilising through outreach and events to increase our collective impact for the community.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities:
· Approachable and personable,
· Organised and proactive,
· A good facilitator and convenor,
· Passionate about people and social justice,
· High level of empathy, an understanding of regeneration, and experience of supporting and involving communities experiencing stress.
· Committed to the principles of equal opportunities and diversity.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
· Demonstrable ability to plan and manage own workload,
· Experience in leading and motivating teams,
· Excellent verbal communication and active listening,
· Persuasive, credible and determined,
· Can demonstrate initiative.
Desirable:
· Digital communications experience; familiarity with using social media and content creation.
· Spoken Arabic, Somalian, Tigrinya, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or other widely spoken minority language in South Kilburn,
· Knowledge of community organising techniques and methodology.
*’Flexible working’ means this role could suit someone wanting to work 9am to 5pm or 10am -6pm, four days a week or shorter hours over more days to fit around childcare commitments, for example.
To formally apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement (ideally a maximum two sides of A4 each) that clearly outlines your suitability for the role against the criteria provided in the person specification, setting out your interest and motivation in applying for this role.
SKT is committed to safer recruitment practices, and this role is subject to successful completion of references, DBS check and a six-month probation.
Working with the communty to shape the future of South Kilburn.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.