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We are seeking an employment law adviser to fill the post of National Officer Employment Law. As a professionally qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2 years post-qualified experience you will lead our legal team and provide professional legal advice on employment law matters. The National Officer Employment Law role is pivotal in supporting our Senior Management Team, staff, and members, ensuring that our legal services are effective and aligned with the union's objectives of building union power.
Salary and Location
- Band 5, London Spine points 21-17 or Regional Spine points 23-19
- London Starting salary: £63,279 p.a. rising to £72,098 p.a. or Regional Starting salary: £58,877 p.a. rising to £67,689 in annual increments
- London or Region
Successful candidates for the National Officer Employment Law will be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in employment law and legal management.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage complex legal issues.
The main duties of the National Officer Employment Law role include:
- Delivering expert legal guidance and representation on employment law issues.
- Conducting legal research, drafting claims, and other legal documents.
- Managing a team of legal professionals, overseeing casework management and ensuring alignment with the union's strategic goals.
You will be committed to developing your team, through training, appraisal and the use of technology and you will be able to show how you maintain and share your up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation. An understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions is essential for the National Officer Employment Law role.
Closing date: at 12 midday on Friday 13 June 2025
Interviews will be held by Zoom: Wednesday 2 July 2025
Selected applicants may be invited to a second interview on Friday 4 July 2025
About PCS
PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.
Employer Benefits
You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including
- flexible working (including hybrid working)
- childcare and family support
- generous maternity/paternity leave
- 32 days leave and Christmas closure
- pension scheme
- employee assistance programme
Learning and Development
The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.
PCS Recruiting Process
We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.
Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.
Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.
- CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
- PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
- All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.
Please view our guidance for applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION: NATIONAL OFFICER EMPLOYMENT LAW
Ref: 0325
Grade: Band 5, London or Region
Salary:
London Spine points 21-17
London Starting salary £63,279 p.a. rising to £72,098 p.a.
Regional Spine points 23 -19
Regional Spine points £58,877 p.a. rising to £67,689 p.a.
Location: London/Region
Purpose of the job:
To lead on and deliver professional legal advice, guidance, and representation on employment law matters to the Senior Management Team, Staff, NEC and members.
To undertake a management role with direct responsibility for two Legal & Employment Rights Managers (Senior Paralegals).
Responsible to: Band 6, Head of Legal & Equality
Responsible for: Band 4 Legal & Employment Rights Managers (Senior Paralegals /Junior Lawyers)
Contacts
External:
PCS Members, elected officials and potential members. Employers, Legal and other advisors. TUC, Members of other trade unions and related bodies. MPs, pressure groups, campaigning bodies and media.
Internal:
PCS Staff and managers across Regions, Senior Management Team, National Management Team and other PCS Departments.
Main duties and responsibilities
1.Key areas
- Conduct legal research into past cases and documents
- Draft and prepare claims or other legal documents
- Provide legal advice to SMT, NEC, members
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of PCS members
- Keep up to date with new developments in employment legislation
- Provide employment law briefings to PCS staff about changes in employment legislation
- Advise members and Reps on wrongful termination and unfair dismissal claims, including reviewing dismissal procedures and advocating for members' rights
- Assist members and reps in cases of workplace discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on factors such as age, gender, race, disability, or other protected characteristics
- Contribute to the development of the Unions policy objectives including the PCS planning process
- Provide leadership in delivering the unions Legal and Employment Rights strategy
- Provide support and have direct involvement through the National Management Team (NMT) in the unions bargaining, organising, campaigning, equality, learning and digital agendas
- Manage people and resources in the Legal and Employment Rights Unit
- Provide advice to relevant committees including the preparation and presentation of reports
- Monitor and report on issues and initiatives as requested
- Provide input into budgetary processes including bid preparation, monitoring and control where relevant
2.People Management
- Manage work allocation and workflow, future planning and support for officer team/line manager
- Motivate and manage individuals and the team as a whole to provide a high standard of service
- Check work standards and maintain consistent quality of delegated tasks
- Seek to continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the team
- Through induction, the appraisal system and one-to-ones, identify staff training and development needs, train or organise formal/informal training
- Proactively promote diversity in line with the wider PCS approach
- Apply the staff conduct policies as and when required e.g. discipline, grievance, capability, dignity at work and IT security policies
- Provide advice and deal with complex issues related to staff management including disciplinary or grievance in consultation with Line Manager
- Ensure that the health, safety and welfare of staff is maintained and improved, in accordance with PCS and statutory policies
- Work effectively with lay officials
- Deputise for Line Manager when required
3.Communication
- Ensure digitalisation, information & communication methods are effectively implemented and used to generate improvements
- Draft complex communications including briefs and reports
- Communicate with members by producing circulars and briefings, and by addressing meetings and conferences etc
- As necessary, represent PCS and liaise with outside bodies
4.Casework Management
- Advise in the handling of personal casework
- Liaise with Solicitors, internal and external bodies on the handling of personal casework
- Represent PCS or PCS members at official bodies such as employment tribunals, Civil Service Appeal Board, etc.
- Maintain and improve own knowledge of the developments in employment law and practice
5.Team Working
- Proactively promote team working
- Initiate, organise, lead and participate in team meetings as appropriate
- Maintain high levels of confidentiality of sensitive issues at all times
- Provide assistance to team members
6.Equality
- Contribute to PCS policies on equal opportunities by developing innovative workplace strategies to tackle inequality and discrimination
7.General
- Participate and input information into PCS planning and budgeting processes
- At all times implement and promote the PCSs equal opportunities policy and adhere to the PCS Values
- Take due and reasonable care of self and others in respect of health and safety at work
- Participate in appraisal, training and development systems
- Act in a manner that enhances the work of the PCS and its overall public image
- In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals
- Staff at this grade may be assigned or transferred to posts within grade. A training & development programme will be provided to assist with this, where required such other duties that may reasonably be required and that are within the level of the responsibility of this post
- Willing to work outside normal office hours and location on occasion (e.g. attendance at Annual Delegate Conference, where required)
Person Specification: NATIONAL OFFICER EMPLOYMENT LAW
Ref: 0325
Date: May 2025
Location: London/Region
ESSENTIAL FACTORS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive with 2 years post-qualified experience
EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience in employment law and legal management, including advocacy and representation
- People management including induction, work allocation, appraisal and conduct
- Leading committees and teams
- Industrial relations and negotiations
- High level project management, problem solving and decision making
TRAINING
(including continuous professional development)
- Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
- Commitment to undertake job-related training
- Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
- Commitment to staff development
KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions
- Budget monitoring and control processes
- Employment rights, equality legislation, discrimination law and working practices
- Impact and use of Digital and IT applications in a trade union
SKILLS
- Ability to communicate effectively using written and oral channels, including reports and presentations, with a variety of audiences
- Ability to negotiate and form effective working relationships internally and externally
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage complex legal issues
- Ability to identify and set standards and priorities
- Ability to provide strategic and policy implementation advice and guidance
OTHER
- Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
- Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
- Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career by joining our Islington Housing First team in a part-time Specialist Housing First Worker role. Based in our Holloway Road office and working 18 hours across Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, this role puts you at the heart of transformative, person-centred support for individuals who have experienced long-term or repeat street homelessness.
As a Specialist Housing First Worker at Single Homeless Project (SHP), you’ll be a trusted and consistent presence in your clients' lives, guiding them as they move from street homelessness into their own permanent accommodation. You’ll provide intensive, flexible support that’s rooted in their needs and choices, building trusted relationships and walking alongside them as they begin to rebuild their lives. Whether it’s attending appointments, setting personal goals, or reconnecting with community resources, every step you take with a client contributes to lasting change. With a caseload of four people, you’ll have the time and space to make a deep and lasting impact.
This is a fantastic chance to develop your skills in a model of support that’s recognised nationally for its effectiveness and compassion. You’ll be part of a dynamic, recovery-focused team that values autonomy, trust, and meaningful engagement. Working closely with partner agencies and the local authority, you’ll gain valuable experience in collaborative working while supporting people to take control of their future.
About you:
- A good understanding of the core principals of the Housing First model.
- Experience of working with clients who experience multiple disadvantages with a proven track record of achieving measurable outcomes.
- The ability to work effectively with partner agencies and develop contacts and networks across a wide range of local services to enable effective signposting.
- The sensitivity and flexibility to find ways to work with clients who may be mistrustful and have a low level of engagement with services.
- To be analytical in approach, respond calmly to crisis and deal promptly, effectively, safely and creatively to complex and challenging situations.
- A level of numeracy, literacy and comprehension to input data, the ability to be fully self-servicing in the use of emails and the common computer packages including SHP’s client recording system.
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 6th July at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 17th July online via Microsoft Teams
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time. People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters. As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at whatever time of day.
The Role
As part of an ongoing strategy of development, SCAA is looking for a highly motivated, focussed and committed individual to help increase the profile of the service and raise the funding required to continue to provide support across Scotland.
The Partnerships Fundraiser will become a pivotal role for SCAA so we are looking for the right person to take the SCAA lifesaving message to corporate partners and help them deliver a real impact on lives across Scotland. The successful candidate will be expected to develop the role to assist SCAA in achieving their ambitious goals. They will achieve this by developing a portfolio of transformational partnerships that drive strategic growth. The Partnerships Fundraiser will be part of a dynamic team who are passionate about supporting our corporate partners, demonstrating the contribution they make to our critical service through their donations of time and money. As well as working alongside the fundraising and communications team the successful candidate will be working with the SCAA pilots and paramedics.
This role will be based either in Perth, at Scone Airport, or at our Aberdeen base, at Aberdeen Airport, where our SCAA emergency response helicopters and crew are located. SCAA supports flexible working patterns and hybrid working. It should also be noted that this role will require the successful candidate to occasionally work at weekends and during the evenings.
About You
- Experience working in a similar role managing partnerships between businesses and/or charities either within the commercial or charity sector.
- Experience of working with relevant CRM databases.
- Interpersonal and communication skills who can establish meaningful connections with our partners.
- Ability to build successful relationships with a range of stakeholders including donors, volunteers, ambassadors, board members and other senior stakeholders.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to delivering excellence and to implementing and driving continuous improvement practices.
- Ability to work within a team, adopting a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, whilst also able to work independently, being pro-active and self-sufficient.
- Knowledge of appropriate fundraising regulations.
Our Benefits
- Pension: 12% employer’s & 5% employee’s contribution (after 3 months’ service)
- Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday
- Death in Service benefit: 3 times annual salary
- Optional Private Medical Insurance plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Maternity/Adoption/Paternity Pay
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Selection Process
First interviews will take place at our base at Perth Airport in Scone during the week commencing the 7th July and second interviews during the week commencing the 14th July.
How to apply
Please refer to the full job pack on our website.
Application deadline is 5pm on Sunday 6th July.
To ensure no one in Scotland dies because help cannot get there in time.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
At Single Homeless Project (SHP), being a Project Worker offers the chance to build a fulfilling career while making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll be based in supported accommodation, working alongside residents as they take steps towards greater independence and stability. Every day, you’ll help people develop life skills, manage their tenancies, and access opportunities in education, training and employment. You’ll support residents with daily tasks, from budgeting and appointments to building routines and confidence in their communities - all while creating a safe, welcoming environment where progress can truly take root.
Joining our team in Wandsworth as a Project Worker is as practical as it is purposeful. You’ll manage a caseload, write tailored support and safety plans, and review them regularly with residents to ensure they’re meaningful and effective. You’ll carry out daily shifts, contribute to the smooth running of the service, and work closely with external partners and professionals to make sure residents’ needs are fully understood and supported. There’s also a strong emphasis on teamwork, reflective practice and continuous learning. Whether you're just starting out or looking to develop your career further, SHP offers the training, support and progression routes to help you grow — not only in your role, but in your impact.
About you:
- Ability to create collaborative support plans, build rapport, and foster collaboration with residents.
- Proficiency in managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and analysing data to identify resident needs.
- Strong communication and coordination skills to work with professionals from various disciplines.
- Proficient in maintaining accurate records and preparing reports while adhering to confidentiality protocols.
- Commitment to ongoing training, participation in reflective practice, and contributing to service improvement initiatives.
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 6th July at midnight
Interview date: Friday 18th July online via Microsoft Teams
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Clean Energy Investment Manager
We’re looking for a proactive and committed individual to join the Social Investment Cymru team as a Clean Energy Investment Manager.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of clean energy investment across North Wales. If you’re passionate about sustainability, have strong relationship-building skills, and enjoy working with social enterprises, this could be the role for you.
Position: Clean Energy Investment Manager
Hours: Full time (35 hours), or part time (minimum 21 hours); flexible working options available
Salary: £39,337 to £44,274 per annum. The starting salary will be £39,337, with progression linked to performance and successful completion of probation. Includes 9% employer pension contribution.
Location: Based in North Wales with regular travel across the region; hybrid and flexible working supported. Office hubs in Rhyl, Aberystwyth and Cardiff.
Welsh Language Category: Desirable
Closing date: 23 June 2025
Interviews: 30th June / 7th July
About the role
As Clean Energy Investment Manager, you will lead the delivery of the Clean Energy Fund across North Wales, supporting voluntary organisations to transition to sustainable, renewable energy solutions. You’ll develop and manage a pipeline of funding opportunities, assess business plans, and prepare high-quality lending proposals.
Your role will combine financial analysis, relationship management and strategic thinking, ensuring that funded organisations are supported from initial application through to long-term impact. You’ll become a trusted advisor and advocate for clean energy investment across the voluntary sector.
About you:
You’ll be confident working independently while building strong collaborative relationships across the sector. You’ll bring a blend of financial insight, interpersonal skills and a passion for renewable energy and social enterprise.
We’re looking for someone with:
- An understanding of the fundamentals of how businesses and charities run and generate income
- A recognition of what constitutes good governance in the voluntary sector
- The ability to read and analyse a set of financial accounts
- An understanding of the operation of the role and the operation of the voluntary sector in Wales
- An ability to identify and understand business and financial risk
- An understanding of renewable energy systems and how they are applied in the voluntary sector
Desirable skills:
- The ability to communicate in Welsh; the appointed candidate is expected to display an awareness of and support for the Welsh language.
- Experience in a lending or grant making environment
- Experience in the renewable energy sector
- Project management experience
Why work here:
You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, flexibility and impact. We offer:
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 5 discretionary days
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Personal Pension Scheme (9% employer contribution)
- Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare cash plan
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity and nurtures talent
We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer and hold the Investors in People accreditation. The organisation are a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.
Applications submitted in Welsh are welcomed and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.
Croesawir ceisiadau Cymraeg ac ni fyddant yn cael eu trin yn llai ffafriol na cheisiadau Saesneg.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
About role:
Step into a role where your work makes a powerful difference every single day. As a Project Worker for Complex Needs at our new Harrow Road Assessment Hub in Westminster, you'll be part of an inspiring team at the forefront of change - supporting people as they take their first steps away from rough sleeping. Westminster has some of the highest levels of rough sleeping in the UK, and this innovative service offers short-stay, intensive support for people who may not have a local connection but are in urgent need of stability, care and a chance to rebuild. It's fast-paced, human-centred, and deeply impactful.
This is more than just a job - it’s a launchpad for a career in frontline services where you’ll develop a rich mix of skills, from trauma-informed support to multi-agency collaboration. You’ll guide people through rapid assessment and into safe, appropriate accommodation - whether that’s reconnecting them to services in other areas or helping them settle into new housing and support networks. Every day, you'll help navigate real challenges - like immigration, healthcare access, or welfare systems - and you'll see the impact of your work unfold as people regain their footing and move forward.
At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we believe in growing talent from within. This role opens the door to continuous professional development and progression across our diverse services. If you're looking for a career that challenges you, grows you, and gives you purpose, this is your opportunity to start something meaningful.
About you:
- Experience of supporting vulnerable people, ideally those affected by homelessness or multiple disadvantage.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Empathy, resilience, and a commitment to person-centred working.
- Ability to manage a fast-paced environment and prioritise effectively.
- Willingness to work flexibly, including early, late, and weekend shifts on a rota.
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 29th June at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th July Online via Microsoft Teams
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Delivery Manager (East of England)
£40,000-£46,000 (dependent on skills and experience) plus generous benefits
Location – Home-based with regular travel across a designated region and to our offices as required
We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most.
To help us with this important mission, we currently have vacancies for a Delivery Manager. As a Delivery Manager, you’ll be the key point of contact for the end-to-end delivery of capital grant projects across a defined geographical region. From initial project identification through to application and construction completion, you’ll work closely with community organisations, local authorities, and sporting bodies to shape inclusive, sustainable facilities that align with strategic priorities.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in grant or programme management, community engagement, and a passion for reducing inequalities through sport.
About the Football Foundation
Over the last 22 years, the Foundation has awarded more than 23,000 grants to deliver outstanding grassroots facilities across England worth more than £877 million. This year, the Foundation will be investing more money than ever into facilities across England and is committed to improving the experience of playing football for everyone.
The Foundation’s goal is to unlock the power of pitches ensuring everyone has a great place to play regardless of gender, race, disability or place.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced professional with a strong background in grant assessment or programme delivery, ideally within the sports or non-profit sector. You’ll have a solid understanding of inclusive project design and community engagement, with the ability to ensure underrepresented voices are embedded into project development. A keen eye for detail and strategic thinking are essential, particularly in assessing financial viability, reviewing business plans, and identifying risks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are a must, along with the ability to produce clear, insightful reports. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, confidently managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and working collaboratively across teams. Proficiency in digital tools and systems, such as Microsoft 365 and grant management platforms, is important, and familiarity with sports facility development and the challenges facing grassroots sport would be a distinct advantage.
For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.
What can we offer you?
The salary band for this role is £40,000 - £46,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.
You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), collective bonus scheme, free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, interest-free season ticket loan, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.
The closing date for applications is: Wednesday 2 July 2025 at 09:00am
First-stage interviews will be held via MS Teams and are currently scheduled for 15 July 2025
Second-stage interviews are scheduled for 22 July 2025 at our offices, Wembley Stadium.
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!
Legacy and In Memory Marketing Manager
Contract type: 7 Month, Fixed term contract, Full Time, 35 hours per week
Location: London, UK subject to the right to work.
UK Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.
*60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid is currently defined as: 60% of an employee’s time in a location of their choice, 40% face to face, defined as in the London office, at conferences or at stakeholder meetings or other location as relevant for the proper performance of the duties of the role.
Salary: £44,168 - £46,493 per year with excellent benefits
About WaterAid
Want to use your skills in fundraising and marketing to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene usual for everyone everywhere?
We need creative and insight led people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best.
Join WaterAid as our Legacy & In Memory Marketing Manager to inspire supporters to add water to their will and help millions of people to thrive thanks to the life-changing power of clean water for generations to come. Change starts with water – change starts with you.
About the Team
The WaterAid Legacy & In Memory team is responsible for increasing supporter and public awareness and consideration to give a gift in their will and/or an in memory gift. We deliver an audience led communication programme using diverse channels and products. The team deliver supporter journeys, engage staff in the cross promotion of gifts in wills and in memory giving and all aspects of legacy gift case management. We contribute to 14% of WaterAid’s voluntary income, meaning you’ll be a vital part of helping us reach even more people with life-saving clean water.
About the Role
As our creative, innovative and data led Legacy & In Memory Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering WaterAid’s legacy and in memory fundraising programme with the support of the Legacy and In Memory Marketing Officer. You will deliver multi-channel campaigns across TV, digital, direct mail, email and events to raise awareness of gifts in wills, generate legacy enquirers and create inspiring journeys to nurture and engage legacy and in memory supporters.
In this role, you will plan, manage and execute multi-channel campaigns across the marketing funnel, as well as work with the Legacy and In Memory Marketing Officer to deliver exceptional stewardship, through personal communications and events, to our committed supporters.
You’ll also:
- Be responsible for using data, analysis and insight to innovate and maximise both existing campaigns and seek to test new audiences and channels that meet specific objectives within the LIM Team plans
- Undertake Project Management responsibilities required for the successful and timely delivery of multiple channel campaigns – including delivery of the award-winning legacy consideration campaign What Jack Gave across TV and digital
- Manage, coach and motivate the Legacy and In Memory Marketing Officer to deliver their campaigns.
- Manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers to ensure the effective and timely delivery of campaigns
- Operate a rigorous test to learn methodology, regularly monitoring, evaluating and analysing campaigns
Requirements
You’ll be passionate about using your experience in fundraising and marketing to make a difference by creating inspiring and supporter-led communications that effectively raises consideration for legacy giving and uncovers new legacy prospects and legacy pledgers.
To be successful, you’ll need:
- Proven experience in direct marketing – print and digital
- Experience of leading and motivating internal and external stakeholders
- Experience of developing and implementing multiple channels campaigns
- Experience in monitoring, evaluating and analysing complex campaigns to improve performance and manage expenditure budgets
- Working style that reflects WaterAid’s values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation.
Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:
- Experience of legacy or in memory fundraising
- Experience of innovation and new product development
- Experience of developing and implementing supporter journeys across multiple channels
Closing Date: Applications will close 12:00Pm UK Time on Monday 23 June. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.
How to Apply: Click ‘Apply’ to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and an essential cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre-employment screening:
To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy. All our UK-based vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
Our Benefits:
- 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
- We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
- Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
- Season Ticket Loan
- Free annual eye tests
- Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
- Sabbaticals
- Volunteer Day
Our Commitment:
Our People Promise: We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal opportunities: We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.
Safeguarding: We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.





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Deputy Head of Care
£45,000pa + Company Car and benefits (25 days annual leave and pension)
This is a national role
This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized company and Top 20 charity is looking to appoint a Deputy Head of Care to hold national responsibility for the operational management of identified Care projects, driving their development and implementation.
Reporting to the Director of Care and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for the line management of Family Support Managers for the Kentown Programme and the development of new locality projects as identified by the Director of Care Services.
Having worked previously in a senior management role, with experience of working in a stressful and emotional environment, within the community, you have a commitment to working in partnership with children, young people and their families, developing, monitoring and delivering service outcomes and building and maintaining successful professional partnerships to ensure the service is accessible to relevant families.
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who understand the impact on family dynamics of having a child/young person with a life threatening or terminal illness and those who have worked in bereavement support.
· A poised and convincing communicator - you will maintain effective relationships with stakeholders including families, referrers, partners and other statutory, private and voluntary agencies.
· Comfortable with a changing environment - you will thrive working at a fast pace and controlling tasks from conception to completion and understand that quickly connecting with people is essential.
· A persuasive, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly – you have a strong sense of drive and a warm and friendly working style.
· Strong networking skills and confident use of MS Office - Educated to A-level or equivalent with a recognised childcare and management qualification (NVQ4 or equivalent)
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Company car for front line care posts
· Time off in lieu
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
· A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus scheme
If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us please visit our website.
As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.
Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play.
The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
Please send an up-to-date CV with a covering expression of interest letter to us via the link.
Closing date for applications is 20th June.
First interviews will take place at Cassini court on 21st June, with second interviews thereafter.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Registered Charity No: 1070532
About GISF
The Global Interagency Security Forum strengthens NGO safety and security practices worldwide. We have more than 130 member INGOs across a range of sectors.
GISF’s member-led structure makes us a trusted platform for collaboration, a driver of innovation in security risk management (SRM), and a repository of best practices. We also work closely with policymakers to enhance their understanding of SRM.
We strengthen NGO security practice worldwide by:
- Maintaining and building from our expertise in humanitarian security risk management
- Offering trusted platforms for coordination and knowledge sharing
- Driving innovation, capturing best practice, and improving SRM capabilities.
- Supporting policy-makers and the humanitarian system to increase their understanding of SRM and maximise access to people in need
For more information, visit: www.gisf.ngo
Job details
Are you passionate about improving safety and security for NGOs around the world? Join GISF as our new SRM Technical Adviser and help shape the future of NGO security risk management.
We’re looking for someone with solid, hands-on experience in NGO safety and security—someone who knows the field, understands the challenges, and wants to make a difference. You’ll be a confident relationship-builder, comfortable navigating both the NGO and commercial worlds, and keen to turn research into real-world tools.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead technical development: Create, update, and promote GISF’s technical guides and tools—making sure they’re relevant, practical, and genuinely useful for NGOs of all sizes.
- Provide expert input into GISF’s research projects, ensuring technical accuracy and real-world applicability.
- Provide expert input into GISF’s research projects, ensuring technical accuracy and real-world applicability.
- Deliver training and workshops: Design and run training sessions for a wide range of participants, from INGO Security Directors to national NGO focal points.
- Provide ad-hoc technical advice to members and prospective members on developing internal SRM structures and systems.
- Provide ad-hoc technical advice to members and prospective members on developing internal SRM structures and systems.
- Strengthen coordination: Offer bespoke advisory support and mentoring to NGO platforms, including technical assistance for forum leadership and members.
- Be ready to deploy on short-term assignments to help improve NGO security coordination where it’s needed most.
- Facilitate roundtables in response to crises or periods of elevated security risk.
- Strengthen the working relationship between NGOs and the UN via SLT
- Represent GISF externally: Build and maintain strong connections with regional coordination groups, specialist working groups, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with GISF’s policy and engagement teams to translate operational insights into advocacy positions, donor engagement, and external messaging.
- Collaborate with GISF’s policy and engagement teams to translate operational insights into advocacy positions, donor engagement, and external messaging.
- Stay ahead of the curve: Ensure GISF’s services stay up to date by tapping into your networks and keeping an eye on emerging challenges and innovations in SRM.
- Identify emerging knowledge gaps, and coordinate with relevant teams or individuals to address them.
- Identify emerging knowledge gaps, and coordinate with relevant teams or individuals to address them.
- Internal Support: You’ll lead on GISF’s own security management, ensuring the safety and security of GISF staff and activities, including pre-travel risk assessments and appropriate training.
- Contribute to funding proposals and the design of new projects or initiatives.
What we’re looking for
You’ll need a strong background in NGO security, an instinct for collaboration, and a desire to contribute to a mission-driven organisation. If you’re someone who enjoys turning complex issues into practical solutions—and can do it with clarity, humility, and a sense of humour—we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer
- 25 days of annual leave increasing annually after 2 years, up to a maximum 30 days (plus bank holidays)
- Office shutdown between Christmas and New Year
- Employer Pension contributions
- Unique opportunity to shape NGO risk-management into the future
The Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) is a member-led NGO forum that drives change through our global network of over 130 member organisations.
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate, and resilient Customer Service Manager to join our Customer Service team located at our Head Office in Islington and provide maternity cover.
£40,800.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
- Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
- Fully paid induction programme and further training
- ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
- Healthcare Cashplan through our partner Healthshield
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
- Online wellbeing resources
- A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
- Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
Want to feel like you're part of one team? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
This role requires a valid Right to Work for the UK as Look Ahead are not a sponsoring organisation.
This is maternity cover from June 2025 for 12 months.
This role involves hybrid working with 1-2 days in our Head Office in Islington.
For a full job description, please visit our website.
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
- We focus on Excellence and innovation.
- We are Caring and Compassionate.
- We are Inclusive and Trusted.
- We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
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Position Title: Senior Income Generation Manager
Responsible to: CEO
Responsible for: Trusts & Grants Manager and Corporate Partnerships officer
Salary: £40,000 (Pro rata £32,000)
Hours: 0.8 FTE (4 days a week)
Benefits include: Flexible work environment, 23 days annual leave (pro-rata) which increases after 2 years, 3 Volunteering Days (pro-rata), 3 Trust Days, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Auto Enrolment Pension, paid agreed expenses.
Location: Home-based with the ability to travel nationally (including small number of overnight stays)
Term: 1 year fixed contract
Closing Date: 16th June 2025
Interview Date: 23rd/24th June 2025
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust puts world-class athletes shoulder to shoulder with young people. Equipping them with a winning mindset and shaping their futures - it's a teammate like no other.
Whether that’s building relationship skills, improving self-esteem or learning to stay focused, our sporting champions help the next generation move forward with confidence.
Application Process
Please apply with your CV and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. Your Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the key responsibilities of the role and job criteria listed below.
We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. To ensure an inclusive recruitment process, all Cover Letters and CVs are anonymised before shortlisting.
Job description:
Reporting to the CEO, we are seeking a Senior Income Generation Manager to be an essential lead across all areas of the Trust’s income streams, with a focus on developing our current corporate partnerships, explore and build new potential partnerships and maximise our fundraising potential through a private event, fundraising challenge, individual giving and fostering new ideas alongside the events calendar. Managing the income generation team, you will seek to maximise value from opportunities across the organisation and ensure that fundraising is consistent with the charity’s broader goals.
You will be an inspiring, collaborative manager who seeks out opportunities whilst supporting your team to succeed and achieve their potential. You will have a proven track record of designing, delivering and achieving ambitious income growth strategies, including demonstrable experience securing five and six-figure value partnerships, including multiyear, through philanthropy and corporate support, as well as an overall understanding of our wider key income streams, Grants & Trusts, Statutory, Education, Health and Corporate Personal Development & Employee Wellbeing products and services.
To be successful, you will need proven success in securing new income and the ability to create strong networks, excellent team leadership and management skills, project management and organisational skills (including financial management).
Whilst your income generation achievements are important, your mindset and the way you approach your work are equally important to us. You may be looking to transfer your skills from another sector, you may be looking to step up or you may be looking for a new challenge in a smaller agile organisation, if you connect to our purpose and our ambition and feel you can do the job, please do apply.
Key Areas of work
- Drive the delivery of our fundraising strategy, alongside the CEO, Board and Income Generation Committee to realise our fundraising ambitions of circa £1mil this FY.
- Responsible for the income generation team, developing the income strategies and raising both unrestricted and restricted income from corporate partnerships, fundraising events and challenges, charitable trusts, statutory bodies, the health sector and educational establishments.
- To seek out and maximise opportunities within our current areas of work, including the ongoing development of increasing our presence and impact at a local ‘hub’ level.
- Ensure consistent and professional presentation of the charity to all funding sources.
- Work closely with CEO & SMT to maximise awareness and funding of our work to allow for continued meaningful engagement with existing supporters and to enable us to reach new audiences.
- Ensure all team members adhere to best practices in fundraising, including the use of data, confidentiality and acknowledgement
- Work with CEO, Senior Finance Manager & Income Generation team to manage the fundraising budget, with direct responsibility for all fundraising lines, ensuring that income is accurately forecasted, and team members work to and report on set KPIs.
- Managing team members to ensure fulfilment of strategic objectives and values, ensuring efficient use of resources, and providing good communication and support.
Other key roles:
- Role model the Trust’s values and behaviours and support individuals to do the same.
- To ensure that a positive image of Dame Kelly Holmes Trust is projected at all times.
- To contribute to other activities undertaken by Dame Kelly Holmes Trust.
- To contribute to organisational effectiveness through positive team working.
- To adhere to Dame Kelly Holmes Trust Health and Safety & Safeguarding Procedures.
Criteria/Essential or Desirable/How Evidenced and Assessed
Leadership:
- A track record of delivering results in the key areas of fundraising, and experience in leadership, management and development of teams. E. Interview/ Application
- Significant experience in leading and motivating teams to deliver ambitious income targets and growth including managing and leading remotely. E. Interview
Knowledge and Experience :
- Significant experience in developing high-value partnerships with corporate/philanthropist’s and an understanding of wider charitable income streams such as trusts and statutory bodies. E. Interview/ Application
- Extensive experience in articulating complex projects and programmes of work and dealing with external and internal stakeholders at a senior level. E. Interview
- Experience and understanding in partnership acquisition and relationship management programmes, and in a wide range of engagement channels, including digital & direct mail. E. Interview/ Application
- Ability to plan, organise, schedule and budget in an efficient, productive manner to focus on key priorities and budgets (including forecasting, monitoring and regular reporting against targets). E. Interview
- Proven ability to determine opportunities and threats through a comprehensive analysis of current and future trends. E. Interview
- Excellent ability to structure and process quantitative and qualitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it. E. Interview
- Detailed knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practice and other relevant sector regulations. E. Interview/ Application
- Experience in event development and management from concept to delivery. D. Application
- A track record of developing corporate partnerships within the youth or well-being context. D. Application
Communication and people skills:
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues to establish a collaborative working environment. E. Interview
Organisational skills:
- Maintains stable performance when under heavy pressure and often conflicting deadlines and adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions. E. Interview
- Excellent literacy, numeracy, IT, database and presentation skills, and high attention to detail. E. Application
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop internal/external relationships at all levels. E. Interview
- Experience in using Salesforce CRM. D. Application
Values & Mindset:
- Strong leadership skills, able to lead by example on working flexibly as part of a small and dynamic team. E. Interview/ Application
- Able to build strong, lasting relationships with partners and stakeholders. E. Interview
- Able to handle significant confidential material and information. E. Interview/ Application
- Strategic focus on outcomes, both individual and Trust-wide; tenacious approach to problem-solving. E. Interview
- Flexible and adaptable, willing to initiate change and ready to implement new ideas. E. Interview
- Strong sense of personal accountability and responsibility, leading by example. E. Interview
- Analytical and strategic approach to data and insight, ability to recognise solutions and maximise opportunity and impact. E. Application
- Articulate with strong presentation skills. E. Interview
- Ambitious for the organisation and what it can achieve. E. Interview
- Willing to travel across the country as required for the job role. E Application
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust recognises the value that a diverse workforce can bring to our organisation and strives to reflect this among our employees, athletes, volunteers and other stakeholders. To help us measure how well we are doing against this, please could you complete our online Monitoring and Diversity form - https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90615386/EDI-monitoring-2023-RECRUITMENT
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A Champion in their corner - Dame Kelly Holmes Trust puts world class athletes shoulder to shoulder with young people.
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Policy and External Affairs Manager
Location: Any CHAS site - hybrid with base in Edinburgh, Stepps (Glasgow), Robin House in Balloch or Rachel House in Kinross
Salary Band: £45,900 - £51,000 per annum, pro rata
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 23/06/2025 23:59
Are you a strategic communicator with a passion for policy and public affairs? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Scotland?
Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Policy and External Affairs Manager to lead our national profile, strengthen our reputation, and drive forward our mission as leaders in children’s palliative care.
Purpose: You will play a pivotal role in strengthening CHAS’ national presence, growing trust and credibility, and positioning CHAS as a thought leader in children's palliative care. You will be responsible for managing all external affairs, with a focus on strategic communications aligned with CHAS’ mission and objectives. You will also oversee crisis communications, ensuring the organisation responds effectively and maintains public trust in challenging situations.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have skill and experience in all of the following areas:
- Policy development and influencing at devolved and national government level.
- Public affairs and stakeholder management
- Managing strategic partnerships
- Corporate communications
- Line management
- Crisis Communications management
You’ll also hold a driving licence and have access to transport.
It would be great in addition to the skills and experience above if you demonstrated your experience in the following areas:
- Expert advice to senior colleagues
- Horizon scanning
- Media relations
- Project management
About CHAS
At CHAS, we support families during the toughest of times offering unwavering care to children and families in the face of death. We have ambitions to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying. We know decisions from government, local councils and NHS boards have significant impact on the families we support and our policy and external affairs delivery is focused on ensuring CHAS offers its voice and influence where it is needed most.
The Policy and External Affairs Manager is a key role in the Marketing and Communications team and reports into the Head of Marketing and Communications. This team manages marketing, fundraising communications, external affairs, policy development, public affairs and internal communications. CHAS Marketing and communications team sits within the Income Generation and Engagement directorate led by the director of Income Generation and Engagement.
This pivotal role will support CHAS to strengthen our national presence, growing trust and credibility, and positioning CHAS as a thought leader in children's palliative care. Working across the charity this role is responsible for managing policy, public affairs, external affairs and managing communications with internal and external stakeholders including support for crisis management.
We offer
- Flexible Working: our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time split between at home and onsite in Edinburgh and Glasgow. CHAS offers flexible and family friendly working. and are happy to discuss working arrangements that work for you
- Development Opportunities: exposure to professional development.
- Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders in a high-performing team where you will be encouraged and supported to excel and develop your skills.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.
Further Information and How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply! Click apply and you will be taken to our website where you can answer a couple of questions and upload your CV or complete our full application form.
Further information about the role and benefits of working for CHAS can be found in the attached documents.
Interview date July 1st 2025
This role will require travel across our sites in Scotland, not all of which are accessible by public transport therefore a full driving licence and access to a car, or an equivalent means of travel, would be required.
This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG).
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The opportunity to help organise one of the world’s biggest global health events in 2028.
Job title: ICTMM Events Manager
Reports to: CEO
Hours of work: Part time moving to full-time
Salary: 35-40k subject to experience
Job type: Fixed term contract to end September 2028
Location: Initially based in the London Office with some travel to Liverpool
Job summary
The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH) is a charity that supports members who work in, or are interested in, tropical medicine and global health.
In September 2028 it is hosting the International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria (ICTMM) on behalf of the International Federation for Tropical Medicine (IFTM), in Liverpool, UK.
ICTMM 2028 expects to receive over 1,500 attendees, hopefully with over 40% coming from outside of Europe. It is an educational meeting with a high proportion of the content driven by abstracts. The event is being delivered by RSTMH with the support of a Professional Conference Organiser (PCO).
The ICTMM Events Manager has responsibility for coordinating the development and delivery of ICTMM 2028 at RSTMH, working with the RSTMH team, the PCO, the event venue ACC Liverpool, IFTM, and other suppliers. The individual would be based at RSTMH where the role would start on a part-time basis and move to be full-time 17 months before the event.
The role requires an able self-starter who understand the logistics and considerations of running a scientific, abstract-driven event of 1,500+ attendees, of working with a PCO and of educational events attended by a high number of international guests. There will be some travel to Liverpool and the role would require some overnight stays there before and during the event.
The candidate needs to have excellent event management and project management skills, communication and relationship building skills, and to be organised and flexible with a great attention to detail. They should be as comfortable developing an events strategy, as answering queries about tickets sales, and negotiating sponsorship. Alongside delivering the ICTMM meeting there are opportunities for partners to deliver events at the same venue, which are also the responsibility of the events manager.
The role will start as one day per week and then move to be full time as we approach the event. The current expected timings are
- Up until 31 March 2026 – 7 hours/1 day per week
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 – 21 hours/3 days per week
- 1 April 2027 to 30 September 2028 – 35 hours/ 5 days per week
Up to 1 April 2027 the role is purely office based, and there is flexibility to work the hours between Tuesday and Friday (not Mondays). The role has core hours of 10am-4pm so the working day needs to be within these hours.
The role may require work in the evenings or weekends and potential time staying in Liverpool.
Main responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive project plan for all aspects of ICTMM 2028, working with the PCO, and be responsible for ensuring all stakeholders meet deadlines leading up to the event
- Coordinate stakeholders working on ICTMM 2028, ensuring all are up to date with progress and relations run smoothly – including RSTMH, PCO, conference venue, IFTM, ICTMM Strategic, Sponsorship and Scientific Committees and other third parties
- Work with RSTMH CEO to recruit Committee Chairs and members, develop a long list of partners and sponsors for funding and support, and develop legal agreements for these
- Develop and disseminate accurate and timely content about ICTMM through a dedicated website, a dedicated newsletter and other marketing materials, which is high quality, and accessible
- Work with the RSTMH CEO and PCO to deliver sponsorship and other financial support for the event
- Help coordinate meetings of the ICTMM Committees where needed
- Assist the PCO with activities to maximise attendance to the event
- Help deliver travel and accommodation, plus assist with visas for speakers and sponsored attendees
- Oversight and responsibility for the budget, and re-forecasting of income and expenditure for the event
- Work with the PCO on the logistics of the event management e.g. exhibition space and registration
- Assist RSTMH and the Scientific Committee to secure plenary speakers, assisting with logistics
- Establish and manage a system to monitor and evaluate progress towards ICTMM 2028
- Manage all ICTMM event enquiries that come through to RSTMH and forward to the relevant team
- Develop systems and processes to ensure we capture all data from ICTMM into our CRM
Person specification
- Strong event and project management and organisational skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach and mind-set
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Brilliant time management and task prioritisation skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Good writing skills and ability to produce creative content
- Relationship building skills, being able to inspire others and bring them with you
- Professional and articulate
- Experienced team player – able to fit in and work with other team members
- Interest in tropical medicine and international health
- At least 3 years proven track record of managing and delivering successful national and ideally international events, measured in terms of attendance, budgets, and achieving sponsorship
- Understanding or experience in coordinating events of the scale and diversity of ICTMM 2028
- Experienced working with PCOs, Committees, and ideally Board members and high profile speakers
- Numerate with experience of budget management including forecasting, and financial monitoring
- Experience of working with a CRM system, running reports and analysing data as needed
- Willingness to work unsocial hours, and to travel outside of London, with reasonable notice
We will be interviewing candidates as applications are received and so may close the application process early.
Please do apply as soon as possible.
To apply for this role please send us your cv and a supporting statement of no more than 1,000 words which lays out clearly how your experience matches the key responsibilities and person specification. Please also include a statement to confirm if you are able to work in the UK without a visa. (Please insert your supporting statement where it asks for your cover message or covering letter).
No agencies please.
To apply for this role please send us your cv and a supporting statement of no more than 1,000 words which lays out clearly how your experience matches the key responsibilities and person specification. Please also include a statement to confirm if you are able to work in the UK without a visa. (Please insert your supporting statement where it asks for your cover message or covering letter).
Senior Site Manager - The Lodge & Fowlmere
Reference: APR20256597
Location: RSPB UKHQ, The Lodge - with regular travel to Fowlmere and occasional travel to other sites
Salary: £44,315.00 - £47,312.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Sites Manager to lead our reserve teams at The Lodge and Fowlmere Nature Reserves. The Lodge is nature reserve is a spectacular heathland and woodland reserve and the home of RSPB’s headquarters and gardens. Fowlmere is a well-loved chalk-stream fed wetland in South Cambridgeshire. This varied role will see you leading a team delivering nature conservation and habitat restoration alongside fantastic visitor experience. For the right candidate, this role is an excellent opportunity to oversee the management of one of the country’s flagship nature reserves, with scope for development.
We are looking for candidates with a strong commercial background, sound ecological, technical knowledge and practical experience of habitat management. You will be experienced in managing risk and used to delivering programmes of work of high quality on time. Ability to influence and work with stakeholders is a must. Experience of inspiring and leading teams of staff and volunteers is required. Previous experience of working with the habitats and species found at The Lodge and Fowlmere is an advantage. Above all, you will be a skilled leader and able to inspire and motivate to get the best out of your team.
What's the role about?
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Team Management: Inspire, lead, and develop a multi-disciplined team, including reserve staff and volunteers.
- Land Management and Visitor Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations for habitats, species, visitors, finance, and legal compliance.
- Plan Implementation: Be responsible for the review, update, and implementation of reserve management plans and business plans.
- Compliance: Lead and monitor compliance in land management obligations and health and safety.
- Project Delivery: Lead and deliver large-scale projects.
- Budget Management: Oversee a work programme and budget.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- A proven track record of managing large complex sites
- Leadership and team management (staff and/or volunteers)
- Ecological requirements of key species
- Relevant site-specific specialist knowledge (e.g. grazing, heathland/woodland/wetland management, trading, visitor experience)
- Managing large scale projects
- Health, Safety & Environmental management
- Cross-compliance/risk management
- Management of large budgets
- Working with multi-functional team or in a big organisation
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Contract management
- Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
- Commercial experience of a retail and/or catering operation
- Identification of hazardous trees
Closing date: 23:59, Sun, 29th Jun 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 11th July 2025
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 RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.


