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Join Young Brent Foundation, a dynamic charity dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people across Brent. As Finance Manager, you’ll play a key role in managing day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, payroll, and grant tracking. Working closely with the CEO, you’ll ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely reporting to support our mission of creating a vibrant, safe, and prosperous environment for young people.
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum 2 years’ finance experience in the charity/not-for-profit sector.
- Accountancy qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
- Strong skills in QuickBooks and financial reporting.
What we offer:
28 days’ annual leave (pro rata), generous pension, flexible hybrid working, and the chance to make a real impact in the community.
Interviews: Round 1 Interviews - Monday 12th January (online)
Round 2 Interviews - Monday 19th January (in person)
Our mission is to empower organisations and individuals with the tools, knowledge and confidence to transform themselves - leading to change in Brent.


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Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do at Richmond Borough Mind. They help us deliver a wide range of mental health services to our community, from counselling, Peer Group Network, Peer Support to Crisis support. Their dedication makes a real difference and we are committed to supporting them every step of the way.
We are seeking a passionate and proactive Volunteering Coordinator to ensure our volunteers feel valued, supported and inspired. In this role, you will:
· Identify and plan for the organisation’s volunteer needs.
· Lead on volunteer recruitment, induction and retention.
· Provide guidance, training and personal development opportunities — with a particular focus on supporting those with lived experience of mental health.
· Build strong relationships, fostering a positive and inclusive volunteer culture.
About you
If you are a natural people-person who thrives on building connections, with experience in volunteer coordination and administration, and you have excellent communication and organisational skills, this role is for you.
This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel within the Borough of Richmond. In return, you’ll join a dedicated team in a supportive environment where your work will have a tangible impact on people’s lives.
RB Mind offers:
· Flexible working
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year, increasing by 1 day per full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days) [pro rata]
· Contributory pension
· Bonus 1 day of annual leave per year over the festive period (pro rata)
· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes free counselling sessions
· Training and personal development opportunities
· Paid time off for medical appointments
· Staff away days and socials
The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure & Barring (DBS) check.
Interviews will be held soon after the closing date of Sunday 14th December.
Please address in your cover letter how you meet the person specification for the role.
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Business Manager – Institute for Turnaround
Salary: £35,000-£42,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Hours: 35-hour week with flexible working as required.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based role in the City of London with some working from home (typically onsite Tuesday-Thursday, with flexibility required)
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Context: The Institute for Turnaround (The IFT) is the UK’s leading membership organisation for turnaround experts. Our members and corporate partner organisations help underperforming businesses avoid unnecessary insolvencies. IFT members preserve jobs and livelihoods, uphold local industries, protect economic value and strengthen public service organisations.
This role will suit an experienced administrative professional whose emotional intelligence is highly developed, who is tech savvy, quick to learn and who can take ownership of projects and problem-solve with maturity in a complex and fast-paced environment.
You will be working with a small high performing and friendly team who are busy supporting senior and smart business leaders by providing unparalleled accreditation, professional development, knowledge and networking opportunities and advocacy for turnaround excellence.
Recruitment process:
· The recruitment process will comprise an interview involving a presentation from you, plus a short task.
· Interviews will take place in person/on site during the week commencing 15th December
Application:
· Please find the JD and person specification attached.
· Submit CV and a short covering letter setting out suitability according to the person specification by 5pm on Thursday 4th December.
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We will not be able to consider CVs without a cover letter addressing the person specification.
- No AI generated applications please.
- No agencies please.
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Title: Finance Manager
Location: Buckingham/Berkshire Border
Salary: c£55,000
A fantastic independent school in Buckinghamshire is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving, values-driven educational organisation providing first-class teaching, boarding and co-curricular experiences for pupils aged 7–13. The school has invested significantly in its facilities, systems and learning environment and offers a highly supportive and collaborative workplace culture and continues to grow.
The Finance Manager will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all financial operations and controls, acting as second-in-command to the Director of Finance & Operations and deputising when required. You’ll lead on financial systems, statutory reporting, audit, compliance, and financial planning while developing processes that continue to support the school’s growth and ambitions.
The role
- Day-to-day management of all finance systems and controls
- Preparation of annual accounts, payroll and statutory submissions
- Managing budgets, financial planning and supporting SLT decision-making
- Responsible for billing, VAT, compliance, audit and banking
- Credit control, cost and profitability analysis, and financial modelling
- Line management of the Finance Officer
- Liaison with stakeholders including auditors, HMRC, insurers and banks
- Supporting the Director of Finance & Operations and acting as deputy
What makes this role attractive?
- Work at one of the UK’s most respected independent schools
- Supportive senior leadership team and engaged governing body
- Opportunity to shape and modernise finance systems and processes
- A broad and varied role with genuine ownership and autonomy
- Strong organisational values and commitment to staff development
- A professional, friendly and collaborative working environment
Ideal candidate profile
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in finance management or financial control
- Ideally holds (or is working towards) a recognised accounting qualification
- Brings experience in financial operations, statutory reporting and budgeting
- Enjoys operational responsibility as well as improving systems and processes
- Has a proactive, collaborative approach and excellent communication skills
Benefits and working pattern
- Full-time, permanent position
- Term-time plus holiday working pattern (52 weeks per year)
- Competitive salary and pension
- Beautiful campus setting
- Free parking and subsidised meals
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive, family-friendly environment, discount fees for the school
How to apply
If you would like to learn more about the role and receive a full candidate pack, please get in touch.
Job Title: Programme & Project Manager - Transformation
Reports to: Managing Director - Transformation
Employment Type: Full-time
Grade: Manager - Senior
Salary: £60,000 to £67,000 per annum
Contract: 18 - month fixed term contract with possibility of becoming permanent
Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and remote split
About Better Society Capital (BSC):
Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too.
Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI) managing its £83m portfolio. BSC is about to implement its next five-year strategy in 2026, which will offer new opportunities to target social issues at a national scale.
The opportunity:
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with proven programme and project management experience to support delivery of a series of organisational change projects that are central to equipping BSC to deliver our mission in the future.
Our organisational development has three main pillars: - Embedding a new strategy and effective decision-making around its implementation - A programme to transform our digital and data capabilities - Embedding new organisational values and a re-energised common approach to people management and development
This is a varied role that requires a logical and thoughtful approach to multiple work streams with rigour and purpose in a timely and professional manner. We celebrate innovation and this role would suit someone who is excited by making systems work well, suggesting recommendations for adaptation and improvement, and who is comfortable with working across multiple teams, stakeholders and deadlines.
We are committed to every team member’s learning and development which makes this role well suited to someone who is keen and curious to learn new things and develop new skills.
What you will do:
Effective project management of key elements of the “Essentials” data and digital transformation programme:
o Support the Managing Director – Transformation in the standing up and continuous operation of a Minimum Viable Governance framework, ensuring adherence to the protocols you establish.
o Drive Iterative Planning & Adjustment: Maintain and continuously update the integrated programme plan, rapidly facilitating adjustments in project direction and scope as learnings emerge from Workstream Leads and the investment team.
o Act as the dedicated PMO Execution Lead for the entire Essentials Programme, providing centralised control, reporting, and rigour across all five Workstreams.
o Supporting the Managing Director – Transformation and the leads of all the programme workstreams in co-ordinating activities and keeping the whole programme on track
o Establishing and operating systems to track the realisation of benefits from the programme
o Ensuring that key choices and decisions are escalated to the right forums at the right time
o Establish effective technology and systems to support programme management
Effective project management of strategy implementation:
oSupporting the Managing Director – Strategy operationalising key aspects of our 2026-30 strategy
oEstablishing and embedding systems within teams to track and the progress of priority projects and cross-BSC initiatives aligned to our new strategy
oEstablishing and operating a quarterly process for reviewing progress against goals for priority projects to support effective prioritisation and allocation of resources in line with organisational priorities
oWorking with the Strategy MD to ensure effective communication around strategy implementation, progress and decision making across the senior team
Effective management of people initiatives:
o Supporting the Managing Director – People and Talent in the roll-out of a revised “BSC Way” of people management and new BSC values – helping co-ordinate and sequence activities
o Supporting the People and Talent team in implementing effective tracking and management systems for reporting on progress
o Supporting the Senior Management Team EDI Champion in leading the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group to drive our EDI work and report on its progress
Integration Management & Investment Alignment:
o Serve as the central liaison and integration manager Investment Team projects
o Enforce Transformation Standards: Proactively ensure the cross-company project delivery aligns with the Essential Programme strategy to maintain programme coherence.
What you will bring:
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
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Experience operating within a rapidly maturing PMO environment, specifically acting as the execution support function for a senior transformation leader.
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Demonstrable experience of end-to-end project management across multiple complex projects and programmes of delivery at pace
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Experience of supporting change management processes and projects
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Demonstrable commitment to improving people’s lives in the UK.
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Demonstrable experience of strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
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Experience and confidence using technology (and AI tools) to enable effective project delivery.
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Confident and competent use of Microsoft Office
Desirable:
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Experience of working within the financial services, charity or social enterprise sector
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Experience of technology-enabled change programmes and/or HR/people development programmes
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Experience of broader software platforms, for example Salesforce CRM and project management tools
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
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Excellent project management, time management and organisation skills
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Operational Rigour & Governance Execution: Proven ability to implement and enforce project controls (risk, issues, decisions, reporting) defined by senior leadership, ensuring compliance across workstreams.
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Data-Driven - Exceptional skill in collecting, synthesising, and visually representing project data (progress, risk, benefits) to support effective leadership team decision-making.
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Influence without Authority: Superior skill in managing senior stakeholders, including the five Workstream Leads and the Investment Project Manager, to ensure adherence to standards and timely delivery of inputs
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A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and ability to establish excellent working relationships internally and externally
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Enthusiastic, proactive and curious to learn new things and develop new skills
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High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
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Strong research and analytical skills
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Good at finding innovative solutions to problems
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Excellent judgement, discretion and utmost integrity
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Prioritises effectively and takes ownership of tasks
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Flexible & thrives in a dynamic and varied role
Embody Better Society Capital core values:
Ø Purposeful –We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.
Ø Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change
Ø Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.
Ø Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence
Ø Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Other terms
Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we adapt to the needs of our diverse workforce.
Right to work: Candidates need to have the existing right to work in the UK
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+, racialised, disabled, or under-served communities).
We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 7th December 2025
Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. You will be asked some work-based questions which are reviewed anonymously by the hiring panel. Please note, while you will upload your CV, it will not be viewed by panel members at this stage, so we ask that you give full consideration to each answer.
NB we screen for answers generated by Gen AI. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your Applied answers are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.
Interviews
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Round 1 interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025
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Round 2 interviews will be held w/c 5 January 2026
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you.
If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
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Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK.


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About the organisation
You’ll be joining a values-led, mission-driven non- profit in an exciting phase of growth. The team is open-minded, collaborative and united by a commitment to supporting people facing life-changing health challenges. Creativity, fairness, and initiative are genuinely encouraged, and you’ll have the autonomy to introduce modern, strategic HR approaches that make a meaningful impact.
Based in welcoming offices in Chiswick, London, you’ll be part of a supportive environment where professional development is prioritised, cross-team collaboration is the norm, and your contribution will help strengthen the organisation’s reach and impact.
About the HR Manager role
As the HR Manager, you’ll play a key strategic role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Country Managers. This is an opportunity to lead a small, passionate HR team and to design and deliver a truly modern, proactive HR function.
You’ll take ownership of shaping organisational culture, guiding managers through best-practice leadership, and ensuring every stage of the employee lifecycle supports a positive, engaging experience.
In this HR Manager role, you will:
• Lead the design and delivery of HR strategies that support organisational growth and cultural development.
• Oversee recruitment and selection, working closely with Heads of Department to attract diverse, talented individuals.
• Develop and maintain a supportive and engaging induction process.
• Manage performance frameworks, probation reviews and annual appraisals.
• Support organisation-wide learning and development, sourcing training and external partners.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, reward processes and pension administration.
• Guide managers through employee relations matters with confidence and clarity.
• Review and update HR policies to reflect legislation and best practice.
• Maintain accurate HR data and lead reporting on diversity, turnover, absence and workforce analytics.
• Manage the HR budget and provide insight into future staffing needs.
• Collaborate with international HR colleagues on shared initiatives and best practice.
• Champion organisational values and support leaders in embedding them across teams.
About you
To thrive in this HR Manager position, you’ll bring:
• A degree in HR, Business Management or a related field (CIPD or equivalent preferred).
• At least seven years’ experience in HR, including five in a generalist management role—ideally within the not-for-profit or healthcare sector.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the confidence to influence, negotiate and guide senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative, calm and adaptable approach, especially when managing competing priorities.
• A passion for creating inclusive, engaging workplaces where people can perform at their best.
• Excellent organisational and IT skills, with the ability to work autonomously and maintain confidentiality.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an HR professional who wants to step into a role with influence, autonomy and genuine purpose.
How to apply
If you’re excited by the chance to lead HR in a mission-driven organisation, please send your CV to [email protected].
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Are you a brilliant event coordinator? Do you have experience developing training events? Can you spot opportunities to inspire, educate and engage audiences?
The SLA supports approximately 2000 members with advice, training and advocacy across the UK. The Events Manager will form an essential part of the SLA team working to run a high quality, inspiring and engaging events and training to help us deliver on our mission to support members, so that more children and young people reach their full potential through the school library. You will lead on the organisation of our annual conference; develop and maintain a calendar of events and training for members and non-member audiences; and support the team with all event related administration and logistics. Events at the SLA include member meet ups (in person and online), events in our branch network across 23 regions, professional development and training, and our SLA Awards ceremonies.
Your work will be at the forefront of our member offer, helping to build links with membership, support members, build relationships with key stakeholders and sponsors, delivering high-quality training and impactful events offer across the year. An agile and flexible thinker, you will be creative, with a flair for spotting opportunities for professional development, and have a keen eye for detail with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Using your project management experience, you will work with the CEO, SLA team colleagues and subject matter experts and facilitators to develop and deliver a high quality and competitive calendar of events and training.
This is a full time role (37 hours per week) working throughout the year. Find out more about the role including full job description and how to apply by downloading the job specification pack.
Application deadline: 19th December
Interviews: First round interview (online): 13th/14th January
Second round interview in person TBC: 20th/22nd January
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please.
Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future. Please note we may close recruitment early should the right candidate be identified.
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please.
Helping schools develop vibrant reading and learning communities



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About You:
· You are a professional and enthusiastic HR and Operations practitioner with experience spanning people management and day-to-day organisational operations.
· You have a strong track record of developing, motivating, and supporting both staff and volunteers.
· You have the ability to manage a wide range of operations – including health and safety, policy compliance, quality, governance, contracts, and contractor oversight – to support service delivery across the Centre’s diverse functions.
·You are experienced in building and maintaining effective organisational systems.
·You demonstrate outstanding communication skills, attention to detail, and discretion, and you excel at managing a varied workload with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
· You are highly organised and thrive in dynamic environments where flexibility, initiative, and sound judgement are essential.
· You are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture; You are proactive and comfortable working independently, while also able to build strong, collaborative relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:
· Be directly responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient day-to-day functioning of the centre including the management of the Brazelton Centre UK premises and IT, where applicable.
· Understand the legal and reporting obligations of the Brazelton Centre UK as a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and be responsible for ensuring the Centre meets these obligations including for example filing of annual accounts.
· Work with the Board of Trustees, Director, fundraising colleagues and partner organisations to increase voluntary income to the Centre to fund and trial innovative new services and research opportunities in line with our strategy
·Ensure HR policies are reviewed and updated to ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations and best practice. Develop new policies that are fit for purpose, legally compliant, and embedded within the team.
·Update, maintain and develop employee handbook, HR templates, processes, and systems to support the delivery of an effective HR function.
·Manage HR systems ensuring all records are maintained accurately and comply with GDPR.
·Day to day line management of a number of the Brazelton Centre staff including the development of objectives, work plans and monitoring ongoing performance, the management of annual leave and sickness and absence monitoring.
·Oversee the entire employee lifecycle - from induction to exit - while implementing talent retention strategies, performance management systems, and succession planning.
·Oversee organisational volunteer management, ensuring compliance with policies and alignment with strategic objectives
·Manage grievances and disciplinary actions in accordance with policy.
·Lead on delivery of annual training plan and annual appraisal process.
·Oversee day-to-day office management to ensure a warm, inclusive, and safe working environment.
·Ensure health and safety, compliance, and quality standards are consistently upheld across all HR and operational practices, fostering a safe, legally sound, and high-performing work environment
Support the planning and further development of the Brazelton Centre UK, working to continually extend the reach of our existing NBO and NBAS courses.
·Work with the Director and Board of Trustees, to develop and implement the Brazelton Centre UK’s long-term strategy, and be responsible for the development and delivery of the supporting business plan.
In line with our strategy, where relevant, support the Director to seek new projects, research and funding opportunities related to the aims of the Centre
Promote the activities of the Brazelton Centre UK in enabling the highest standards of service delivery
As required support the Director with engaging with the appropriate resources and media to promote and develop services offered by the Brazelton Centre UK.
General
This job description describes the major responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the post of Operational Manager.It is not intended to be exhaustive and it should not be assumed that other duties of a similar level/nature appropriate to the role of Operational Manager are excluded simply because they are not itemised.Similarly, it should be recognised that the duties of the post may alter due to changes in legislation or policy or the business needs of the charity.Where such changes occur, training may be given where reasonable to enable the post-holder to undertake the new or varied work.
The Operational Manager is a key advocate for The Brazelton Centre and is expected to display the highest levels of personal and professional integrity at all times and to always act in a way which reflects positively on the organisation.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this.
Candidates should also submit the names and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom must be their most recent employer. (We can include an optional third reference if preferred.)
The start date will be agreed upon with the successful candidate, but we are aiming for a start date of 1 March 2026.
Closing date for Application submission is 12th December 2025 and Interview date will be in person in Cambridge on the 15th January 2026.
For more information about the post and informal discussions, please contact Inge Nickell, Director of the Brazelton Centre UK.
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Job title: Partnerships Manager
Reports to: Head of Fundraising
Objective:
2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.
Aims:
- Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
- Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
- Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families
2wish Cymru and 2wish:
2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.
We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under in Wales. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of the families, so they don't have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.
Context of role:
2wish support anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We are an All-Wales charity providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
Purpose of role:
This is exciting time to join the 2wish team as we continue to expand our services across England that will see us deepening our presence in England. We’re looking for someone who can seek out and build great partnerships, cultivate and manage large corporate donors whose values align with ours and help raise brand awareness. Someone who can proactively generate new and repeat business and enjoys networking and building relationships with both corporate sponsors and high net worth donors.
Main duties:
Team Leadership
- Line manage the Corporate Fundraiser and Events Coordinator, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
Partnership Development
- Identify and secure strategic partnerships to grow annual and long-term income.
- Develop and implement innovative and creative approaches to overcome challenges in generating funding and building partnerships.
- Lead stewardship and engagement of corporate supporters, including creating tailored plans and activities to maintain strong relationships and encourage long-term support.
Strategic Growth & Awareness
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to develop and implement strategies to increase funding, raise brand awareness, and expand 2wish’s reach across Wales and England.
- Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and target relevant leads.
- Plan and deliver tailored events and attend community and industry events to promote 2wish’s services, raise funds, and attract new audiences.
- Identify and recommend networking and speaking opportunities for the CEO and senior team to raise funds, increase awareness, and build strategic connections.
- Manage sponsorship opportunities to promote the charity’s mission and build new relationships.
Planning, Collaboration & Evaluation
- Work with the Head of Fundraising to set income targets, develop financial forecasts, and monitor progress.
- Manage budgets for partnerships activities, ensuring effective use of resources and achievement of fundraising goals.
- Analyse and report on the performance of business development initiatives, including partnerships and events, and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Collaborate with teams across 2wish, including fundraising and marketing teams, to align partnership goals with the wider organisational strategy.
- Support the development of targeted campaigns in collaboration with fundraising and marketing teams to secure new partnerships.
It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances varied and unpredictable. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
General:
- To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
- To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
- To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
- To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
- To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
- Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
- Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish
- It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
- You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.
What we do for you:
Salary: Starting salary of £32,000 per annum.
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Normal hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.
Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).
Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
Location: 2wish is currently working with staff to offer a form of hybrid working and this will continue for the foreseeable.
Additional benefits for our employees:
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme, ' including wellbeing support
- Free parking on 2wish premises
- Free branded 2wish clothing
- An extra annual leave day on your birthday
- Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
- Paid sick leave
- Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
- Free tickets to UK 2wish events, discounts for family
- Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
- Company mobile phone for performance of duties
- Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
- Reimbursement of work expenses
- Bright Exchange employee discounts
How to apply:
Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.
Closing date: 9 December 2025
Finance & HR Manager
Contract: 12 Month (view to extend)
Function/Team: Development
Location: London, UK
Hours: Part-time (3-4 days/week)
Reporting to: Director of Development
Salary: £33,410 - £36,678 (pro rata)
STOP THE TRAFFIK prevents vulnerable communities from being recruited, trafficked, and exploited. Our targeted prevention efforts disrupt the criminal business of human trafficking, making it too high-risk and low-profit to be viable.
The Finance & HR Manager will sit within the Development Team to support the smooth and efficient operation of the charity. This role will assist in managing financial processes and lead on recruitment, HR policies, and people operations — helping to maintain a transparent, inclusive, and positive working environment.
This position is ideal for someone seeking part-time work who holds either a finance assistant qualification or an accountancy qualification. Candidates with a finance assistant background will work closely with the finance department of our parent organisation, Oasis, to manage accounts and financial operations. Those with full accountancy qualifications may take direct ownership of financial oversight.
Finance
· Support the Operations Officer to reconcile transactions, issue invoices, process payments, and file quarterly Gift Aid claims.
· Oversee and manage Xero, ensuring all transactions are accurately coded and financial reporting is transparent and up to date.
· Prepare regular cash flow statements, budgets, and financial position reports for the Senior Leadership Team to support data-driven decision-making.
· Actively monitor income and expenditure, making recommendations to ensure financial sustainability and strategic use of resources.
· Manage STOP THE TRAFFIK’s bank accounts, ensuring the safe handling and ethical investment of reserves.
· Produce quarterly financial papers for the Board of Trustees and lead on the annual audit process, preparing all necessary documentation for external auditors.
· Liaise with the Oasis finance department (where relevant) to ensure smooth coordination of accounting processes and compliance with organisational standards.
Human Resources & Data Protection
· Lead the annual review of all organisational policies, ensuring they reflect current legislation and best practice, with support from the Operations Officer.
· Oversee recruitment processes, supporting hiring managers to ensure equitable, transparent, and inclusive hiring practices.
· Coordinate quarterly team surveys, analyse feedback, and make recommendations to strengthen workplace culture and wellbeing.
· Support the Executive Team in delivering STOP THE TRAFFIK’s people strategy, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing working environment.
· Serve as the organisation’s Data Protection Officer (DPO), getting pro-bono advice from our network where needed for support.
Pro-bono Legal Coordination
· Manage network of pro-bono legal advisors to oversee all organisational contracts with partners, ensuring they align with key terms agreed with Senior Leadership and our Risk Committee, supported by the Director of Development.
· Responsible for managing our internal legal sign-off process, and ensuring all legal requests are managed in an accurate and timely manner.
Note that while this is a broad list, you will be supported by our parent company’s financial team who will continue to manage payroll and HR records.
Benefits:
· A friendly, supportive team environment.
· Opportunities to collaborate with global partners and experts.
· Autonomy to take initiative and propose process improvements.
· Access to a healthcare cash benefit scheme (including partner/children coverage).
· Corporate eye-care scheme.
· Life insurance.
· Non-contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme (7% employer contribution).
· 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days with service).
· Cycle to Work scheme.
· Season Ticket Loan.
· Option to switch 2 bank holidays to suit personal needs.
· Flexible working policy reflecting staff needs.
· In-house and external training opportunities.
Further details about STOP THE TRAFFIK can be found on our website.
If you have the relevant experience, are highly resourceful, adaptable, pro-active, and a critical thinker able to work in a fast-paced environment, please send a CV and brief cover letter (both as pdf format) that evidences your ability to be successful in this role.
Only applications sent via email will be considered to ensure an equitable review process. The deadline to apply is Friday December 5th.
We cannot sponsor applicants at this time.
Registered Charity No. 1127321
Job Title: Project Manager – Investment
Department: Investment
Grade: Manager - Core
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: £48,000 - £53,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and homeworking
About Better Society Capital (BSC):
Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too. Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI) managing its £83m portfolio. BSC is about to implement its next five-year strategy in 2026, which will offer new opportunities.
The opportunity:
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with proven project management experience who is keen to develop their experience in the social investment sector as part of a mission-driven Investment Group.
The role is key in supporting the delivery of our investment activity, including the project management of our annual investment performance cycle, investment governance and enabling the effective delivering of our investments from start to finish with our property, venture and lending teams.
This is a varied role that requires a logical and thoughtful approach to ensure the management of multiple work streams with rigour, purpose and pace in a professional manner. We celebrate innovation and this role would suit someone who is client-centric and excited by making systems work well, proactively suggesting recommendations for adaption and improvement.
We are deeply committed to learning and development, offering a unique environment to accelerate your growth through on-the-job experience, tailored in-house and external training, and observing our investment committee. This role may be suitable for someone who wants to move into and learn about social impact investing in a supportive organisation.
What you will do:
Effective project management of core investment requirements throughout the end-to-end investment lifecycle, optimising the use of technology, including:
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Developing our project management systems and tools for the annual calendar of investment activities and the lifecycle of all investments that can be used by all team members. This will be developed and delivered in collaboration with stakeholders across BSC to manage the expected increased volume of portfolio tasks and checks.
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Working with the Director – Portfolio to project manage the effective updating of the pipeline with our property, lending and venture teams.
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Optimising technology, ensure key portfolio requirements are met across all investments such as checklists and follow-up actions.
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Optimising technology, ensure effective project management of amendments to portfolio investments.
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Project manage key change processes across priority areas of impact investing practice and process development.
Effective delivery of investment governance:
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Project manage the effective delivery of the Investment and Performance Committee and executive review meetings of investments including the meeting agenda, member attendance and action log.
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Supervise the Investment Project Officer to deliver Committee packs to a high quality.
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Working with Director – Portfolio, ensure we maintain an up-to-date status of key investments including the pipeline and underperformance watchlists.
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Project manage the annual investment performance cycle working with key stakeholders across BSC, including financial performance meetings in December and impact and systems change meetings in June.
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Project manage the Portfolio Progress Meetings with our fund managers with admin support from the Investment Project Officer, including finalising minutes, lessons learned and actions in a timely manner.
Provide support across the investment group as required for ad hoc projects that support the effective working of the team, working closely with senior stakeholders and other colleagues within and outside the investment group.
What you will bring:
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
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Demonstrable commitment to improving people’s lives in the UK.
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Demonstrable experience of end-to-end project management across multiple complex projects and programmes of delivery at pace and using technology as a key enabler.
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Experience of supporting change management processes and projects
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Demonstrable experience of strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
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Experience using technology and AI to enable effective project delivery.
Desirable:
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Experience of working within the financial services, charity or social enterprise sector
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Experience of broader software platforms for example Salesforce CRM and project management tools.
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
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Excellent project management, time management and organisation skills
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A collaborative team player with strong communication skills and ability to establish excellent working relationships internally and externally
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Confident and competent use of Microsoft Office
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Enthusiastic and proactive
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High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
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Strong research and analytical skills
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Good at finding innovative solutions to problems
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Good judgement, discretion and utmost integrity
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Keen and curious to learn new things and develop new skills especially the use of technology and AI
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Prioritises effectively and takes ownership of tasks
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Thrives in a varied role
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Flexible
Embody Better Society Capital core values:
Ø Purposeful –We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.
Ø Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change
Ø Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate. And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.
Ø Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do. We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence
Ø Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration. We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Other terms
Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we adapt to the needs of our diverse workforce.
Right to work: Candidates need to have the existing right to work in the UK
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+, racialised, disabled, or under-served communities).
We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 11.59pm, Sunday 07 December 2025
Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. You will be asked some work-based questions which are reviewed anonymously by the hiring panel. Please note, while you will upload your CV, it will not be viewed by panel members at this stage, so we ask that you give full consideration to each answer.
NB we screen for answers generated by Chat GPT. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your Applied answers are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.
Interviews
Round 1 interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025
Round 2 interviews will be held w/c 05 January 2026
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an initial telephone interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you.
If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch.
You can find out more about our recruitment approach here
Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK.


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Trusts Manager
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with an amazing health charity on a fantastic Trusts Manager role. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and oversee charitable trust relationships, ensuring sustainable funding and strategic partnership development within the charity sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to secure funding from current and prospective trust donors.
- Manage a portfolio of trust relationships, nurturing ongoing engagement and stewardship.
- Prepare compelling grant proposals, reports, and impact statements aligned with donor requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather evidence, monitor project outcomes, and ensure compliance.
- Maintain accurate records of funding applications, donor communications, and deadlines.
- Keep up to date with funding landscape trends, regulatory changes, and sector best practices.
- Support the organisation’s objectives through effective trust acquisition and retention.
Person Specification
- Proven experience in managing multiple trust relationship portfolios within the charity or nonprofit sector.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals.
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with external partners.
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying funding opportunities.
- Understanding of compliance, governance, and reporting obligations relevant to charitable trusts.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt to changing priorities.
What’s on Offer
Salary: £35,000 - £39,000
Hybrid schedule: biweekly office presence (2 days per month)
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
About Chiva
Chiva works to ensure that children and young people living with HIV have the support and opportunities they need to live well and achieve their greatest potential. We believe they deserve to have their voices heard and taken seriously and place their experiences and views at the heart of everything we do.
Role Purpose
The National Programme Manager will lead the development and delivery of Chiva’s national participation and support programmes.
This includes embedding participation across the organisation, managing key programmes for children, young people and families, and ensuring the diverse voices of children, young people and young adults living with HIV are represented at all levels of service and policy development.
The role combines leadership of programme delivery, staff and volunteer supervision, training, stakeholder engagement and evaluation to ensure long-term impact and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership
● Help develop and oversee the organisation’s participation and support programme strategies.
● Ensure participation is embedded across Chiva, with meaningful involvement of children, young people, and young adults.
● Represent the organisation at regional and national events, advocating for the voices and experiences of young people.
Programme Management
● Oversee development, planning, and delivery of national programmes for children, young people and families.
● Contribute to managing programme budgets, ensuring financial accountability.
● Provide supervision, training and support to staff, associates, and volunteers.
● Ensure continuous programme development and improvement through co-design with young people.
Expectations of all Chiva Employees
● To uphold Chiva values:
- Acting with compassion
- Taking a holistic approach
- Being open and inclusive
- Developing trust and working with integrity
- Empowering people through a rights-led approach
● To be competent in fulfilling administration tasks relating to their role and willing to undertake any other duties required in fulfilling the objectives of Chiva that are appropriate to the role.
● To uphold Chiva’s Safeguarding, Data Protection, Confidentiality and Equality, Equity and Diversity Policies.
● To be a key member of the Chiva Staff team, taking part in team events, and contributing to the positive organisational culture.
At Chiva we believe that a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is key to fostering innovation and growth. We are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all identities, including race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
Experience
● Significant experience in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of youth / family support programmes at a national or regional level.
● Track record of programme management, including design, delivery, monitoring, and impact reporting.
● Experience of embedding youth participation in organisational strategy and service delivery.
● Experience of staff and volunteer management, including supervision, training, and performance support.
● Experience of working directly with children and young people from diverse backgrounds, with sensitivity to their needs, rights, and safeguarding requirements.
● Experience of working with budgets and ensuring financial accountability.
Skills
● Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and manage teams.
● Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
● Strong facilitation and training skills.
● Strong communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to represent young people’s voices at regional and national levels.
● Ability to build and maintain effective partnerships and relationships with a range of stakeholders.
● Commitment to equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in programme delivery and organisational practice.
Desirable Criteria
● Experience of working within the HIV sector or with young people living with long-term health conditions.
● Knowledge of best practice approaches/policy focus on youth participation.
● Experience of designing or facilitating creative programmes for young people incorporating arts-based approaches.
● Relevant professional qualification (e.g. youth work, social work, or project management).
● Experience of implementing impact measurement and evaluation frameworks in youth programmes.
Additional Information
Chiva requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check, along with references.
How to apply
Please note that we are only able to accept applications submitted on our branded application form. We cannot accept CVs in respect of this post.
Deadline for applications: 9am on Monday 5th January 2026.
Interviews to take place on Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th January 2026.
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Operations Manager
Full-time, permanent | GBP 40,000 | Remote UK
Do you want to help bring modern contraception to women who have been excluded from access their entire lives? Join Lafiya as we scale a proven, community-based model that already reaches women in some of the hardest-to-serve areas of northern Nigeria.
Lafiya trains and supports government-employed female health workers to deliver self-injectable contraception directly in their own communities. More than 300,000 women have already been reached through this model. We are now strengthening our supply chain, expanding to new states, and building systems for long-term government co-financing. As we grow, smooth and reliable operations are essential to our impact.
About the role
This role sits at the centre of that effort. You will strengthen Lafiya’s internal systems, ensure compliance across our UK and Nigeria entities, support our people processes, and keep our logistics and supply chain moving. Your work will multiply the effectiveness of the whole organisation.
What you’ll do
- Support procurement and distribution systems for contraceptives, including SOPs and basic data dashboards
- Run end-to-end recruitment rounds, onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, and performance reviews
- Lead key parts of UK charity compliance, including annual audit preparation and policy updates
- Drive process improvements that make the organisation faster, clearer, and more scalable
- Coordinate internal events, retreats, travel logistics and tech onboarding for the team
This job is for you if you…
- Spot problems early and enjoy fixing them fast
- Prefer doing to talking, and keep things moving without needing supervision
- Are organised and comfortable switching between many tasks
- Communicate clearly across different cultures and contexts
- Enjoy start-up environments where systems are still being built
- Are comfortable with spreadsheets and digital tools, or quick to learn them
We welcome early-career candidates as well as more experienced operations professionals. You don’t need to meet every point to apply.
Why join us
You will help shape a fast-growing organisation at a pivotal moment. We offer 30 days of annual leave, fully paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, a weekly co-working day in London, and visa sponsorship where required.
Full job description: https://tr.ee/nUlHN8
Enabling access to safe family planning options in northern Nigeria.



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Job Title: Engagement Manager
Reference Number: V563
Location: Aberdeenshire
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract – March 2026
Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week
Salary: £25,625
DBS/PVG: PVG
Job Family: 3
Line Manager: Project Manager
Closing date: 8th December 2025
We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don’t miss the opportunity to join our community.
Interview Date/s: TBC
Anticipated start date: TBC
Volunteering Matters
Who we are
At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change.
What we do
We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people.
How we do this
We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities.
· We remove barriers to volunteering and social action, making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part.
· We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change.
· We help volunteers beyond their first experience, offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities.
· We connect businesses with communities, creating meaningful employee volunteering projects.
· We show the impact of volunteering and social action, proving how it changes lives for the better.
Our promise to volunteers
We are always looking for new ways for volunteers to make a difference. We bring people together across generations and backgrounds to learn from each other and create change. At the same time, we make sure that all our volunteers are trained, supported, and valued, so they feel confident in what they do.
It’s a brilliant time to join us. We’re evolving, growing our impact, and shaping a future where everyone can take part and feel they belong.
Job Purpose:
We are looking for a talented, dynamic, and professional Engagement Manager to join our team in Aberdeenshire. The right candidate would be someone who can work flexibly and demonstrate an understanding and total commitment to our organisational values.
As our Engagement Manager, you will directly support people aged 16+ who may have complex and challenging barriers preventing them from securing a positive pathway. The role will include identifying barriers and helping to build the tools needed to remove them. Supporting with pre volunteering activity as well as volunteering placements in their local area.
You will identify, develop, and manage partnerships with charitable and not-for-profit organisations across Aberdeenshire, building an effective presence within the third sector locally. You will create diverse, high-quality, structured volunteering opportunities with charity partner organisations, ensuring that volunteering roles reflect the needs and interests of those we support. You will also support the creation of strong referral pathways into our service, and beyond it, building on a knowledge of existing provision. As part of the All-in-Aberdeenshire consortium you will be a positive bridge to support people into positive destinations such as employment, training or further education.
Key Duties Responsibilities
· To engage directly with people 16+ to understand their wants, needs and aspirations and determine the best opportunity for each person and provide the support they need in advance of volunteering.
· To support on a 1:1 basis, in person or digitally with the volunteer to create an action plan in line with the All in Aberdeenshire outcomes.
· To work in partnership with All-in-Aberdeenshire consortium to achieve outcomes and secure individuals positive destinations such as employment, education and training.
· To develop and maintain good relationships with referral partners such as The Council, DWP, SDS etc to ensure a steady stream of referrals are received.
· To Liaise with referral sources, regarding new and existing referrals.
· To identify, create and develop relationships with new charity partners or agencies to provide bespoke and tailored volunteering opportunities. These opportunities will help the individuals supported to gain experience, confidence and support them on route to a positive destination.
· To manage the risk assessment, quality assurance, and audit processes as appropriate.
· Ensure monitoring, impact and evaluation of information and data is collected and that the project meets its agreed targets, reporting format and schedule. Assist the Delivery Leader by preparing reports to funders.
· To ensure all the above is done with excellent record keeping, in accordance with compliance requirements and systems.
· Promoting and representing Volunteering Matters across Aberdeenshire.
· Contribute to the wider Volunteering Matters staff teams, upholding our values at all times.
Skills
· A sound and comprehensive understanding of the particular challenges and barriers that people in Aberdeenshire face with moving into a positive destination of volunteering, employment, training and further education.
· Understanding of how to assess the needs of an individual using a person-centered approach.
· Excellent organisational and IT skills.
· Excellent people skills with the ability to build professional, long-term relationships with others.
· Beneficiary-focused, and adaptable – able to go from strategic conversations with key partners to chatting with a nervous potential individual.
· Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise accordingly.
· Strong attention to detail and a willingness to accurately record all interactions.
· Creating, coordinating and supporting proper reporting channels around contract compliance
· Experience of project management and working to deadlines.
Experience Required
· Example - Significant experience working directly with people, particularly those who face challenges and barriers.
· Demonstratable relationship management experience with a wide range of stakeholders.
· Experience in using a CRM (customer relationship management) system
· Experience of project management, achieving high targets and working to strict deadlines.
· Experience of working in a remote setting as well as working within a team
· Proven ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
Our Values & Way of Working
In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.
Diversity & Inclusion
Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.
Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments
We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter.
Benefits
Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer:
· Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work)
· Unlimited Annual Leave
· Employee Pension scheme
· Life Assurance
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Enhanced sick and family leave.
· Lifestyle Discount Scheme
We are also open to discussing job share applications.
GDPR Statement
If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months. We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records.
Policy on AI-Generated Applications
Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI.
To Apply
Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job Apply button above. In your application clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills & experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters.
Right to Work in the UK
Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
If you have any questions about current vacancies, the recruitment process, or need support, our team is here to help.
We turn local knowledge into action by working with volunteers and partners across the UK to build stronger communities for all.



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