Development initiatives jobs
About ELBA
ELBA is a leading social regeneration charity in east London. Our mission is to develop employee volunteering and employment initiatives to decrease poverty, improve social mobility and increase equality for communities in east London and beyond. We facilitate corporate support from over 100 organisations into our community, education and employment programmes.
With over 35 years of experience enabling successful partnerships between businesses and communities, ELBA engages over 16,000 corporate employees in volunteer programmes annually
that support employment, education and community initiatives. In 2024 the Community Works programme supported over 250 charities and social enterprises through engaging employee volunteers in practical and skills-based volunteering opportunities.
About Evolve
Evolve is a Business Charity Awards nominated collaboration between three longstanding corporate partners, a corporate foundation and ELBA. With a focus on Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey, we address the barriers and challenges faced by community organisations. We do this by developing organisational capacity, especially with leadership, for those who are tackling the complex needs presented by the cost-of-living crisis.
The project is currently in its fifth year with funding secured for the following year until December 2026 with the prospect of continued work thereafter.
About the role
The purpose of the role is to lead the successful delivery of ELBA’s Evolve Project, delivering employer-supported volunteering projects that meet the needs of the communities of Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey, and expectations of the corporate partners.
The role requires an ability to build close and collaborative relationships across the community sector, particularly with infrastructure organisations of the three boroughs, likewise the corporate partners. The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of innovative workshops and long term employee volunteering activities (including ELBA’s flagship coaching programmes) to build resilience in communities. The Project Manager will also lead monthly and quarterly steering group meetings, reporting on impact to the corporate partners.
The post is managed by the Head of Community Programmes, with strategic programme support from the Partnership Director.
Working for ELBA
In our staff survey, our people tell us they love the interaction with active and caring colleagues; the worthwhile nature of our work; and the great agency in how they deliver their objectives.
ELBA has a generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service; life assurance; 5% employer pension contribution; BUPA health cash plan; enhanced maternity and paternity pay; an active well-being and equalities programmes led by staff; a varied and busy learning and development schedule; cycle purchase scheme; and an Employee Assistance Helpline.
Job Description
Key duties
· Lead day-to-day development, planning and delivery of Evolve workshops and programmes
· Identify and build relationships with a range of community stakeholders, including charities, community groups, Councils, funders, social enterprises and grassroots organisations to understand community needs
· Design and deliver impactful employee volunteering activities to address these needs, aligned with the skills, knowledge and expertise of the corporate volunteers
· Achieve delivery targets of employee volunteers engaged and beneficiaries supported
· Build and maintain strong relationships with Evolve partners’ Corporate Social Responsibility teams. Manage cohorts of corporate volunteers in line with project targets
· Organise and lead monthly delivery meetings and quarterly project steering group meetings with the Evolve corporate partners
· Maintain strong impact reporting for the project, providing annual reports and mid-year reports to track volunteer and beneficiary engagement
· Proactively generate comms articles, case studies, and awards nominations to highlight the successes of Evolve
General
· Develop a broad knowledge of community resources, programmes and local authority priorities in Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey
· Support the wider Community team and other ELBA colleagues on projects where appropriate
· Use ELBA internal systems to maintain records and report progress, including due diligence and volunteer recording via Salesforce within set timescales
· Ensure that systems for monitoring and evaluation are in place
· Adhere to ELBA’s safeguarding policies and procedures, equal opportunities, health & safety
· Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager
Person Specification
Essential skills and experience
· Strong project management skills, managing projects from inception to completion
· Highly organised with an ability to prioritise, work under pressure and deliver set targets
· Experience in facilitating and delivering in-person and online workshops and events to audiences from different sectors
· Ability to manage and track multiple projects, often with competing deadlines
· Excellent interpersonal skills including collaboration, public speaking and negotiation
· Flexibility and creative problem-solving
· Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate messages clearly
· Experience in developing effective partnerships with multiple stakeholders and the ability to work collaboratively with community and corporate partners
· An understanding of corporate community investment and employee volunteering programmes
· Experience of impact measurement techniques and project tracking tools
· A high level of IT literacy
Desirable skills and experience
· Experience of working with or within the corporate sector
· Good commercial awareness
· Experience of corporate community investment
· Experience of working with and training employee volunteers
· Experience of working in or with the voluntary and community sector in east London
· Experience of event management
· Experience of delivering employability events/projects
· Experience of using Salesforce to track and monitor projects
· Use of social media and experience in communicating externally in an engaging method
ELBA expects all staff to demonstrate ELBA’s core competencies:
- Accountability
- Relationship management
- Thought leadership
ELBA is proud to represent the diversity of the communities we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome all applications.
This appointment is subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a declaration stating that there are no reasons why the applicant cannot work with children, young people or vulnerable adults.
Our mission is to create possibilities to bring about positive change in London





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BeSpace is a small but growing Christian charity with a big vision to see a future where every child has the opportunity to access creative reflective spaces to develop personal tools to pray, reflect and grow spiritually throughout their lives, helping churches, schools and communities to flourish.
We have seen incredible impact through developing prayer spaces in schools across Oxfordshire. Since 2010, over 65,000 children have experienced prayer spaces led by local churches, trained and resourced by us. Currently 60 schools a year have prayer and reflection spaces. Now, we’re building on this momentum to reach over 115 schools in the next three years and are preparing to grow nationally with developing contemplative retreats for schools.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
- Inspire and equip churches to run prayer and reflection spaces in schools
- Pilot school retreats and embed contemplative practices into school engagement
- Recruit and coach volunteer area networkers to grow local networks of volunteers
- Gather stories and evidence of impact, ensuring quality and consistency
- Help position Oxfordshire as a model in developing contemplative retreats nationally.
You will work closely with our CEO and Operations Coordinator, playing a vital part in both local transformation and BeSpace’s journey towards national growth.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- A practising Christian, personally committed to BeSpaces’s vision, with a passion for children’s spiritual development.
- A natural communicator and encourager, able to train, coach and inspire others
- Organised and proactive, with a pioneering attitude to grow new opportunities
- Flexible and adaptable, willing to work some evenings and weekends.
Role Details
- Position: Oxfordshire Development Lead
- Location: Oxfordshire (Remote, travel across the county required)
- Hours: Full time (part-time considered for the right candidate)
- Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience)
- Start date: From Autumn 2025
How to Apply
Please send your CV (maximum 2 pages) with a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) ensuring you explain how you meet the person specification and Job Description, outlining why you would be suitable for this job by demonstrating the skills and abilities you have gained through your education, work experiences and volunteering opportunities. Please include why you would like to work for BeSpace.
- Closing date: 4pm Monday 29th September
- Interviews: Week commencing 6th of October
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will bring your energy and skill to creating compelling content when writing news stories and social media, unleash your creativity in designing digital media and website content, and show your organizational skills in supporting events. You must be bilingual Spanish and English speaker to apply for this role.
This is an important role in a small communications team where you will help raise our international organisation’ s global profile across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
This fully remote contracting role is perfect for someone with some communications experience and a keen interest in supporting countries across the world to build better public infrastructure through open governance principles (accountability, transparency, participation, multi stakeholder working).
As the only Spanish speaking member of the communications team, you will lead on social media and news stories across Latin America and therefore fluent Spanish and English (both written and spoken) are essential, in addition knowledge of the Latin America region would be useful.
This is a fully remote consultancy role. You will not be paid on an hourly/daily basis but instead paid a fixed amount (as set out above) each month for completing agreed deliverables with your line manager. As a rough guide, we expect this will take around 18-20 hours a week. We are open to you working the hours in a way that works for your life-work balance and delivers our business needs, subject to being available for key meetings/deliverables during the week and in agreement with your line manager. Whilst this role is initially for 6 months, there is potential for this to extend or develop into a longer-term role.
Key responsibilities:
Drafting content (60%):
- researching and drafting news articles in English;
- creating ideas for, and drafting of, social media in both English and Spanish;
- creating digital media in both English and Spanish for social media accounts and website,
- using Canva and other software;
- drafting newsletters in both English and Spanish.
Regular communications admin tasks (40%):
- uploading and updating website content;
- supporting to organise and promote events, including preparing content and communications for internal and external events in both English and Spanish;
- supporting the website project manager with ad-hoc tasks in the development of a new website;
- supporting with tracking website and social media analytics and using them to inform future content generation;
- other communications-related activities as required to deliver the CoST Advocacy & Communications strategy.
Essential experience and attributes:
- Both Spanish and English fluency in speaking and writing (this will be tested at interview)
- Experience with delivering written and visual communications in a variety of mediums.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Experience with social, digital and communication platforms e.g Canva, scheduling platforms, mailchimp, wordpress, google analytics.
- An interest in international development, infrastructure, open governance, anti-corruption, and the not-for-profit sector.
- Creative and enthusiastic about a career in communications.
- Ability to prioritise, plan and organise work and work independently.
- We are a kind and inclusive place to work, and we hope to recruit individuals who share the same values as we do.
Desirable experience and attributes:
- Voluntary or paid experience in the not-for-profit sector, particularly areas relevant to CoST’ s work.
- Experience, knowledge and interest in Latin America and the Caribbean (LATAM) region and regional issues.
- Completed a degree or further education qualification
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Child’s i Foundation
Child’s i Foundation is a small but mighty social impact organisation that started in Uganda and now has a growing global footprint. We work with communities, caregivers, and individuals with lived experience to co-create and scale sustainable alternatives to institutional care. We address the root causes of family separation and demonstrate that every child belongs in a safe and loving family, not in an orphanage.
Purpose of the Role
The Business Development Lead will play a critical role in driving the financial sustainability of Child’s i Foundation. This person will lead efforts to secure new income, grow existing partnerships, and strengthen supporter engagement. This role combines strategy and execution and is ideal for someone with a passion for social justice, a flair for building relationships, and experience in both fundraising and donor communications. The role will report into our Chief Executive Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Income Generation
- Develop and execute the fundraising and income generation strategy across diverse streams including:
- Trusts and Foundations
- Corporate Partnerships
- Major Donors
- Regular Giving
- Campaigns and Events (UK & Uganda)
- Track investment in partnership with Finance Manager
- Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities aligned with Child's i mission, values and strategic objectives.
- Lead proposal writing, donor reporting and relationship management for high-value funders and partners.
- Work closely with the CEO and Board to unlock networks and steward strategic relationships
Supporter Engagement & Communications
- Oversee supporter care and stewardship, ensuring timely acknowledgements and meaningful engagement.
- Manage and work with the comms team to develop content for digital fundraising platforms (website, social media, and email).
- Guide the comms team to develop compelling supporter journeys and storytelling that reflect the voices of communities we work with.
- Oversee the development of newsletters and donor communications that build long-term loyalty.
Operational Fundraising Management
- Oversee donation processing, database management, and tracking of fundraising KPIs.
- Coordinate with UK and Uganda teams to align messaging, campaigns, and compliance.
- Provide strategic oversight of volunteer-led and community fundraising initiatives.
Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Line manage junior fundraising support if applicable.
- Work collaboratively with programme, comms, finance, and impact teams to ensure donor requirements are met and learning is shared.
- Contribute to organisational learning on ethical fundraising, locally-led development, and shifting power to communities.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience in business development and fundraising (minimum 3 years), ideally in the social impact or NGO sector.
- Track record of securing income from trusts, foundations, or major donors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
- Strong relationship-building skills, from individual supporters to institutional donors.
- Organised, proactive, and adaptable, able to juggle multiple priorities in a small, fast-moving team.
- Commitment to Child’s i’s values and vision, and to ethical fundraising grounded in dignity and equity.
Desirable
- Experience working in East Africa or with Global South-led organisations.
- Familiarity and confidence with use of CRM systems. We use Beacon.
- Understanding of child protection, care reform, or community development sectors.
What We Offer
- A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families.
- Flexible and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to be part of a globally respected, locally rooted team shaping the future of child care in Africa and beyond
- 25 days of holiday entitlement
- Contributory Pension
Normal office hours are 9:30am to 5:30pm (with one hour for lunch), but flexibility will be required
We are open to part-time working requests.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a warm, flexible and highly motivated fundraiser to work across all areas of our fundraising, from securing income from trusts and foundations and corporate partners to staying on top of our individual giving.
You’ll benefit from regular mentoring sessions with an external fundraising consultant and be able to foster close relationships with our board of trustees and other key stakeholders.
BYO has a very small core team, which you’ll be part of, and a large number of freelancers and external staff that join for programmes, events and performances. Our registered office is at the London Coliseum but day-to-day, when our big
programmes aren’t running, we work remotely.
You’ll find yourself inputting across the organisation – for an inquisitive and proactive person there are plenty of opportunities to take on more responsibility as we grow. Here at BYO we actively support professional development and are very open to flexible working.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about reducing health inequalities and improving access to vital health services? Join BHA For Equality as a Community Engagement and Development Lead and help transform health outcomes for ethnic minoritised communities across Coventry.
Location: Coventry
Hours: 14 hours per week
Contract: Initially until end of September 2027
Salary: SCP 23 - 25, £33,366 - £35,235 per annum full time equivalent. Actual: Pro rata salary £13,346.40 - £14,094 for 14 hours per week contract.
We're seeking a dedicated professional to coordinate and deliver community engagement activities that increase awareness of Tuberculosis (TB), Hepatitis B, HIV, and sexual health. You'll work directly with ethnic minoritised communities to increase awareness and improve uptake of vaccination, screening and treatment services.
What You'll Do
- Lead community engagement initiatives and health promotion interventions
- Develop strong relationships with community groups and healthcare partners
- Develop culturally sensitive information and resources including social media content, and promotional materials
- Deliver both one-to-one and group interventions tailored to community needs
Benefits of working with BHA:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata
- Employee Assistant programme (includes income protection)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Flexible working
- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive supervision and team environment
If you would like more information about the post, please contact Agatha Devlin to arrange an informal telephone discussion.
You can apply by completing the Application Form on our website. Your application MUST DETAIL how you meet the points asked for in the person specification.
The closing date for receipt of applications is midnight 24th September 2025.
Interviews will be held during the week commencing the 6th October 2025.
Due to the nature of this post, an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service search will be conducted on the successful applicant.
We are looking for an outstanding individual to join our Development and Alumni Relations team to help guide and deliver ourregular giving and stewardship programmes. The ideal candidate will have experience of running successful major fundraising appeals to large audiences. They will have the ability to draft persuasive and accurate copy to support both fundraising and stewardship literature. They will be highly motivated and creative, driving new initiatives to boost participation, increase overall giving, while also increasing retention of donors through an outstanding, tailored stewardship programme. They will be a team-player who can work autonomously when required, but can work collaboratively, and will support other team members with aspects of their work.
The Development and Alumni Relations Office leads the process of generating long-term and consistent voluntary income for Merchant Taylors’ School, and forrunning a comprehensive alumni and parental relations programme.
The Development Manager (Fundraising and Stewardship) will be responsible for planning, managing and having an input to the strategy for a regular giving programme at Merchant Taylors’ School, with a focus on increasing the participation (giving rates) of both our alumni and parental constituencies, as well as donor retention through planning and executing a stewardship programme for benefactors of all levels. Some face-to-face fundraising may also be required, particularly relating to legacy fundraising and the post-holder will build a portfolio of mid-level donors they will manage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 months
Location: Cardiff
Assessment Centre: 1st of October in our Cardiff Centre
Picture yourself alongside our Outreach and Marketing wizards and our customer service champions. Together, we're on a mission to ensure our young people aren't just safe but also revved up and fully immersed in their journey with us here at The King's Trust.
Could you become their personal champion? Imagine peeling back the layers to discover what's holding them back so that you can unlock their potential for astonishing progress. Imagine having your own group of young people to support who will turn to you for that one-on-one support, guidance, and maybe just a nudge in the right direction.
Safety always comes first, so keeping a watchful eye on safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection is part of the deal! You’ll be the guiding force that empowers our delivery partners and service providers to reach for the stars. Together, we will ensure every young person embarks on a remarkable journey, experiencing the extraordinary and achieving the dreams they've aspired to.
You’ll lead personal development sessions that take our foundation programmes to new heights. Whether it's in person or via a virtual session on MS Teams, some of these activities will be in the great outdoors and enjoying our wonderful green spaces. You won’t be sitting behind a screen every day, there will be some travel required to relevant local areas to support the delivery of these exciting programmes as well as programme visits. However, it’s not all fun and games, keeping things on point means meticulously recording info and data about our young superstars, volunteers, or partners. It's all about making sure every step of their journey aligns perfectly with our funding contracts.
At The Trust, we're strong advocates for fostering an inclusive workplace where everybody feels seen, and it would be fantastic if you share that passion too. Your mission? Making a positive impact by implementing a local action plan that harmonises with our big-picture EDI goals.
Be prepared for anything and everything. Alongside all these exciting responsibilities, you might even find yourself wearing different hats and stepping up when needed.
Ready to bring your A-game? Let's make every day count and create a brighter future for our young people of the future!
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Youth Development Leads?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home.
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with an independent school to recruit for the Development and Engagement Manager to join a dedicated Development Office with a clear philanthropic mission.
You will be responsible for implementing a dynamic engagement strategy that connects alumni, parents, and supporters to the life and vision of the school. You will be instrumental in shaping and delivering fundraising initiatives, managing a calendar of high profile events, and producing compelling communications to further the school’s ambitious development goals.
As a Development and Engagement Manager you will:
- Support and execute a long term, sustainable fundraising strategy
- Cultivate relationships with donors and prospects, from annual givers to major gift supporters
- Project manage appeals across multiple channels
- Ensure effective donor stewardship and record keeping
- Lead alumni relations and develop meaningful engagement initiatives
- Manage alumni data, communications, and mentoring programmes
- Grow a thriving alumni network and act as the first point of contact for former pupils
- Deliver an annual calendar of engaging events for alumni and supporters
- Promote events creatively across digital and print platforms
- Track event impact and maximise ROI
- Produce high quality publications, newsletters, and digital content
- Manage online engagement platforms and social media channels
To be successful, you must have experience:
- Proven experience in fundraising
- Excellent communication, research and project management skills
- Confidence with CRM databases (e.g. ToucanTech), social media, and digital tools
- A proactive, collaborative, and detail oriented mindset
- A strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and event delivery
Salary: £40,000- £45,000 per annum
Contract type: permanent Full-time or part-time, or term time.
Location- St Albans, Hertfordshire, office based
Closing date: On rolling basis
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
Benefits:
- Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%
- Life assurance (4x annual salary)
- Free lunches, onsite parking, and use of gym/swimming pool
- Ongoing professional development and access to a wellbeing & benefits platform
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Job title: Deputy Director of Global Development, Asia
Salary: circa £80,000 to £90,000
Location: Hybrid/South Kensington and White City (with travel to other Imperial campuses/meetings as required).
This role is based at Imperial’s White City campus. This role is a hybrid role, and the post holder will normally be expected to work 60% of their time onsite or out on university business.
Imperial College London seeks an accomplished and strategic development professional for the position of Deputy Director of Global Development, Asia – a key position as we prepare to launch our first university-wide fundraising and alumni engagement campaign.
Imperial is one of the world’s great universities, ranked second globally and first in the UK and Europe. Our excellence in research and education is matched by our commitment to solving global challenges - from climate resilience and global health to transformative technologies and sustainable innovation.
As a member of the Principal Gifts and Global team, you will lead our development efforts across Asia and also oversee fundraising in the Middle East and Africa. Working closely with colleagues in Advancement and in partnership with senior academic and university leadership, you will shape and deliver the College’s philanthropic strategy in these regions. The role will be central to cultivating major philanthropic relationships, supporting regional engagement for Imperial’s President and senior representatives, and contributing to the wider success of our global campaign.
Reporting to the Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global and working closely with senior leadership across the university and the Advancement Division, you will lead a high-performing team focused on principal gifts and international development. You will also serve as the strategic lead for Asia, while overseeing development efforts in the Middle East and Africa.
This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead our engagement with high-net-worth individuals and stakeholders across these regions, connecting them to Imperial’s world-leading research and innovation ecosystem.
This position is an opportunity for an experienced fundraiser with international vision, deep cultural awareness, and a strong record of securing significant gifts. The role will require diplomacy, strategic insight, and the ability to operate effectively within a complex global institution. Experience working across Asia and fluency in one or more Asian languages would be advantageous.
If you share our belief in the transformative potential of STEMB and are inspired by the chance to help deliver lasting global impact through education and research, we encourage you to consider this unique opportunity.
This is one of three exceptional opportunities to join our dynamic team. As we continue to expand our international presence, we are recruiting for the following key leadership roles:
- Director of Development: Principal Gifts & Global
- Deputy of Global Development, North America
Each of these roles offers a unique opportunity to shape our strategic direction and build impactful partnerships.
Interested?
Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.
Further Information
Imperial College is partnering with Constellate Global Talent on this search.
No agencies please.
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Contract Type: Maternity Cover for 12 months
Location: Birmingham
Assessment Day: On the 3rd of October in our Birmingham Centre.
Do you believe the outdoors has the power to change lives?
Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and discover their potential through hands-on experiences in nature? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
At The King’s Trust, we use the natural world as a classroom to inspire growth, confidence, and self-reliance in young people. We’re looking for a Youth Development Lead with a love of bushcraft and the outdoors to join our team and deliver meaningful, adventurous programmes that empower young people to thrive.
In this role, you’ll lead outdoor-based personal development activities—everything from fire-lighting, shelter-building, and wild cooking to confidence workshops and problem-solving challenges in woodland settings. You’ll provide one-to-one mentoring and group support, guiding young people as they build new skills, overcome obstacles, and shape their own futures.
Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with local partners, external agencies, and service providers to ensure each young person receives high-quality, tailored support. You’ll also take responsibility for tracking progress, keeping accurate records, and ensuring all activities are delivered safely and responsibly in line with safeguarding, health and safety, and funding requirements.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A genuine passion for youth development and the outdoors
- Experience in mentoring, bushcraft, or outdoor programme delivery
- Strong people skills and the ability to inspire trust and resilience
- Flexibility to work in varied environments, from community hubs to woodland camps
This is a hands-on role where you’ll have the chance to share practical bushcraft knowledge, spark curiosity, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people—helping them grow stronger, more confident, and better connected to the natural world.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Youth Development Leads?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home.
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Charity People is proud to be partnering with The Earthshot Prize to recruit a new Head of Partnership Development - a truly exceptional opportunity to help drive one of the most ambitious and inspiring environmental initiatives of our time.
Post: Head of Partnership Development
Location: Hybrid - Central London/Remote
Working Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) across four days (Fridays off)
Salary: £65,000-£75,000
Contract: Permanent
Reporting To: Senior Director of Partnerships
About The Earthshot Prize
Founded by HRH Prince William in 2020, The Earthshot Prize is the world's most impactful and prestigious environmental award. At the heart of our mission is a simple equation: Urgency + Optimism = Action. Inspired by President John F. Kennedy's moonshot challenge, The Earthshot Prize is designed to mobilise a decade of action for the planet.
We identify, celebrate, and back ambitious climate leadership from every corner of the globe. From Indigenous communities to city leaders, entrepreneurs to governments, they are all working to solve our planet's greatest challenges.
We focus on five key Earthshots - simple but ambitious goals to repair our planet: Clean Our Air, Fix Our Climate, Revive Our Oceans, Build a Waste-Free World, and Protect & Restore Nature.
Each year, we select a group of 15 Finalists and award 5 of them £1M each to help advance or replicate their work and recognise their achievement and potential.
The Earthshot Prize is about more than recognition, it's the world's most ambitious network connecting innovators, funders, businesses, and communities to back climate leaders and restore confidence in our ability to save the planet.
About the Role
This is one of the most exciting senior fundraising roles in the sector right now. As Head of Partnership Development, you'll be at the heart of an exceptional, high-performing team that has grown income from £10m to over £20m in under four years. With over £100m in pledges already secured, the organisation is now looking to deepen and diversify its philanthropic partnerships.
You'll work alongside another Head of Partnerships, the Senior Director of Partnerships, and the Head of Research and Intelligence to activate the fundraising strategy, build a robust pipeline, and secure new income, including seven-figure gifts from some of the world's leading philanthropists. You'll also support renewals of multi-year donor commitments and help shape the launch of new initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage a high-value prospect pipeline, providing regular updates to senior stakeholders.
- Cultivate and secure new philanthropic partnerships, supporting the delivery of the fundraising strategy.
- Develop compelling proposals and pitch materials aligned with partner objectives and Earthshot's mission.
- Support onboarding of new partners and ensure seamless handover to delivery teams.
- Activate recognition and engagement strategies for prospects and donors.
- Represent Earthshot at external events
About You
We're looking for a creative, confident, and highly skilled fundraiser, who loves building new and dynamic partnerships with funders. Candidates should be able to demonstrate:
- A strong track record in securing high-value partnerships, ideally in philanthropy or corporate fundraising.
- Experience writing high-impact proposals and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
- The ability to work with agility, adapt to ambiguity, and thrive in a fast-moving environment.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- A collaborative mindset and a commitment to Earthshot's values and mission.
Experience working across global regions and time zones is a plus, as is knowledge of climate and environmental issues.
Key Dates
- Closing date for applications: Thursday 25th September 2025
- Interviews: 1st Stage w/c 6th October, 2nd Stage w/c 13th October
If you're excited by the opportunity to work with globally recognised leaders, drive transformational partnerships, and help scale the most promising solutions to protect our planet, we'd love to hear from you.
To request a full candidate pack please send your CV to Kevin at Charity People.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
We’re excited to offer a brand-new opportunity for a Volunteering Development Lead to shape and champion the way that the WayfinderWoman Trust delivers an exceptional volunteer experience.
You will ensure every volunteer feels valued, supported and empowered, so that their contribution makes a lasting, meaningful impact on the women we support.
At WayfinderWoman, we believe in the power of volunteering to transform lives of both our volunteers and the people we support. Together we make a difference.
The WayfinderWoman Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the women we support, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Are you …
- A clear, confident communicator who can engage with a variety of audiences —both in person and online?
- Can you motivate and inspire others to achieve shared goals?
- Can you manage complex relationships with professionalism and positivity?
- Are you highly organised, with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and collaborate effectively to deliver on desired outcomes?
What You’ll Do:
- Lead on delivering our Volunteering Strategy and action plans
- Act as the central point of contact for all volunteering across the Trust
- Design and coordinate inclusive recruitment campaigns
- Drive volunteer recognition and retention initiatives
- Analyse volunteering data to inform improvements
- Champion equity, diversity and inclusion within the volunteer workforce
- Line manage our small existing team
What We’re Looking For:
- A relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 in Management or equivalent).
- Significant experience in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers — including hard-to-fill roles.
- Strong knowledge of Safer Recruitment practices and volunteer management systems (or HR equivalents).
- A successful track record of delivering complex volunteer projects to deadlines.
- Experience working in the charity sector, with a solid understanding of volunteer leadership, recruitment, and retention challenges.
- Confidence in using data to analyse trends and improve volunteer engagement.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, including data protection.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong IT literacy.
- Ability to travel efficiently and effectively across the WayfinderWoman Trust footprint.
Please note: This post is open to women only and is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part1. The WayfinderWoman Trust is a female-led charity and operates The Hub as a safe space for Women.
Please note: This post is open to women only and is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. The WayfinderWoman Trust is a female-led charity and operates The Hub as a safe space for women.
At WayfinderWoman, we help women to overcome challenges, rebuild confidence, and connect with supportive networks so they can transform their lives.




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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Cancer Insight Strategic Initiatives Manager
Harrogate, with travel across Yorkshire and beyond as required
We offer hybrid working and we are committed to paying the Real Living Wage.
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, free onsite parking and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do, and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Cancer Insight Strategic Initiatives Manager, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Cancer Insight and working closely with both internal colleagues and external partners, you will play a key role in identifying emerging strategic opportunities. You will oversee a portfolio of initiatives that support the charity’s mission and objectives, guiding each project from early concept through to final delivery. For initiatives that demonstrate successful outcomes, you will be responsible for generating robust evidence to support their progression into broader research programmes or service implementation.
Specifically, you will:
Insight and Innovation
· Work closely with other teams in the charity, as well as external partners, to make use of identified gaps in knowledge or service provision and propose innovative solutions.
· Support horizon scanning of sources of information such as academic literature, policy recommendations and clinical trial portfolios to identify emerging trends and opportunities for cancer research, one-off projects and new services, with a focus on issues affecting Yorkshire.
· Identify potential opportunities for collaboration with external partners with shared strategic ambitions.
Strategic focus and prioritisation
· Support the development of a strategic development plan that defines goals in the short, medium, and long-term.
· Work with the wider Cancer Insight Team to present the potential future impact of projects and provide information to support strategic prioritisation via a new strategic prioritisation framework.
Project Management
· Manage the design, planning, and execution of new strategic projects aligned with the charity’s overall strategic goals and objectives.
· Develop clear project scopes, objectives, timelines, and success metrics.
· Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
Stakeholder Engagement
· Build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and external organisations. This may include, but is not limited to, academic partners, NHS stakeholders, private sector service providers, pharmaceutical industry partners and other external organisations such as other health organisations, funding bodies and charities.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- To have a degree in a relevant subject such as public health, health sciences, biomedical sciences, health policy, or a related field.
- To have a proven track record of delivering strategic or innovation projects in a healthcare, research or charity setting is essential.
- To have experience in identifying new opportunities aligned with strategic objectives.
- To have experience of taking projects from concept development, through set-up, delivery and completion.
- To have experience managing budgets and external contracts.
- To have experience in identifying and managing risks within projects.
- To have experience in engaging patients and the public in project design and delivery.
- To be able to think long-term and align projects with the charity’s strategic goals.
- To have strong project management skills to ensure effective planning, execution and evaluation of complex projects, including budgeting and resource management.
- To be able to identify and develop new project opportunities.
- To have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences, including researchers, clinicians, patients and others.
- To be able to travel across the Yorkshire region and beyond.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 23 September 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer. We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us via our website.
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Ageing Well Support Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Working within Impact Initiatives’ Ageing Well service
Job reference: AWSC/Aug25
Part-time: 18 hours per week
Starting salary: Band 3, Scale Point 13 - £26,994 FTE, pro rata
Temporary contract – maternity cover
Incentives: Generous holiday allowance and stakeholder pension
Are you passionate about supporting older people to live healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives?
We’re looking for an organised, people-focused Support Coordinator to join our Ageing Well Information, Help and Advice Team (IHAT) in Brighton & Hove.
In this varied role, you’ll respond to enquiries from older people, carers, and professionals, provide clear and accurate information, and promote activities, services, and health initiatives that help people age well. You’ll also build partnerships with community organisations, coordinate promotional activities and events, and help deliver the annual Ageing Well Festival.
You’ll be working in a supportive and collaborative team, contributing to service improvements and ensuring our information is always up-to-date, relevant, and accessible.
We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, particularly people from minoritised communities and those with lived experience relevant to this role.
We’re keen to hear from people with:
- Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
- Experience of managing a varied workload and working as part of a team
- An understanding of ageing and the issues it can bring
- Experience of promoting services or organising events
- The ability to maintain accurate administrative and monitoring systems
An understanding of dementia or knowledge of services and activities for older people in Brighton & Hove is welcome but not essential.
We’re a flexible, supportive employer. We’re happy to discuss any access needs, working pattern requests, or adjustments that would help you thrive in this role.
Why join us?
Impact Initiatives is a Brighton-based charity with a strong reputation for supporting people of all ages across Sussex. Our Ageing Well service offers activities, information, and advice that help older people stay active, connected, and healthy.
You’ll be joining a values-led team with regular supervision, supportive management, and opportunities for development.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: 5.00pm, Thursday 2nd October 2025
Interviews: To be confirmed
For further details and to apply please visit our jobs page on our website
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