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Research Officer
The Research Team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) is dedicated to funding groundbreaking research to understand, diagnose, and cure dementia diseases. ARUK funds dementia research through an extensive portfolio of grant schemes and strategic initiatives both nationally and internationally.
The Research Officer will play a significant role in supporting the Senior Research Manager and other Research Managers. They will support the creation of grant processes for the administration of smaller value grants, lead the associated grant processes and contribute to work supporting our Research Network. This role is essential to foster ARUK's research objectives and provide continual support for our research community. This role will require close working with teams across the Research directorate, as well as the wider organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Creation of grant processes
· Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine their needs, to support process implementation
· Collaborate on the creation of grant processes, (pre and post) associated with smaller value grants
· Contribute to the development of Flexigrant to implement changes
· Facilitate the communication of changes, related to grant processes, and training of necessary staff
Grant administration
· Lead the grant administration of smaller value grants; including pre-award and grant review processing
· Implement a feedback mechanism for continual improvement
· Provide support to external stakeholder, e.g. researchers, regarding these grants
Research Network
· Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with key external stakeholders, particularly ARUK funded researchers
· Contribute to external events as a representative of the charity including national and international conferences.
· Support the wider team to ensure smaller value grant schemes are appropriate for the dementia research community, particularly early career researchers.
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
· Familiarity with the UK funding landscape and dementia research.
· Good eye for detail with the ability to organise large volumes of information.
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines.
· Prior experience in a team environment.
· Demonstrable commitment to inclusive working, placing value on equity and diversity.
· Good IT skills with the ability to work with grant management systems.
· Prior experience working in grant administration
· Commitment to ARUK’s vision, mission and values.
· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to capture and summarise key information to different stakeholders.
· Organised and able to coordinate various projects concurrently.
· Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
· Willingness to learn new skills
· Able to work well as part of a team.
Additional Information:
Ways of working:
As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum, plus benefits.
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 21st June 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us at via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
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About NO MORE
NO MORE is a global organisation dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence by increasing awareness, inspiring action, and driving culture change. We work with nonprofits, corporations, governments, media, schools, and communities worldwide to amplify survivor voices and strengthen prevention and response efforts.
The role
We are seeking a motivated Business Development Intern to support our Development Team across fundraising, donor engagement, partnerships, and grants.
This full-time, 12-month internship offers hands-on experience within an international nonprofit and is ideal for someone passionate about social justice and international development.
Location: Hybrid (Hampton and remote)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 12 months
Reports to: Senior Business Development Officer
Key responsibilities
Fundraising and campaigns
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Support planning, delivery, and evaluation of individual giving campaigns and fundraising events
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Research prospective donors and new fundraising opportunities
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Assist with fundraising-related social media and marketing content
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Track and report on fundraising performance and impact
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Support challenge and community fundraising events and participant management
Donor communications
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Draft and edit donor communications, including thank-you messages, newsletters, and appeals
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Support personalised donor stewardship and supporter journeys
Grants and proposals
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Research grant opportunities aligned with NO MORE’s priorities
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Assist with grant applications, submissions, and reporting
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Track deadlines and maintain accurate grant records
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Support collection of impact and monitoring data
Partnership and team support
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Support delivery of in-person and virtual partnership events
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Conduct research on fundraising trends and donor demographics
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Provide administrative support, including database management and scheduling
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Support fundraising reporting to the Board of Trustees
About you
You will have:
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A degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Development or a related field
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
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Confidence using Microsoft Office or Google Suite (including Excel and Gmail)
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Strong research skills and ability to summarise information clearly
You are:
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Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable taking initiative
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Able to work independently and collaboratively in a small team
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Curious about social impact, current affairs, and nonprofit work
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Committed to NO MORE’s mission to end domestic and sexual violence
Desirable:
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Previous nonprofit, fundraising, or development experience (including internships or volunteering)
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Experience with social media or digital content
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Familiarity with grant writing or proposal preparation
NO MORE is dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence by increasing awareness, inspiring action, and fueling culture change.
Job description
Contract: 6-month fixed term
Salary: £34K
Location: Oxford, office based or hybrid
Responsible to: Hannah Worker, Regional Programme Manager, Oxon-Bucks Region.
Background
Freshwater Habitats Trust (FHT) is the UK’s leading conservation charity concerned with the protection of freshwater habitats. We are a friendly, evidence-based organisation that works to protect UK and European freshwater wildlife through practical and innovative nature conservation projects. Our organisation is well respected nationally and internationally, and we work with a network of statutory, NGO and private partners both in the UK and the rest of Europe. Freshwater Habitats Trust was originally founded in 1988 (as Pond Conservation) and has a substantial track-record of originating new ideas through research in freshwater biodiversity conservation to inform and drive our practical conservation and policy work.
FHT has a central office in Oxford, and regional hubs in the north of England and the New Forest and out-posted staff in Cornwall and Wales. We run a range of practical projects throughout the Midlands and work with partners on research and policy projects throughout the UK and internationally. Since 2017 we have seconded staff to the Newt Conservation Partnership (NCP), a new community-benefit society established by NatureSpace, Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) and FHT, to create and manage habitats for the NatureSpace District Licensing scheme for great crested newts.
Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire are key areas for Freshwater Habitats Trust’s work. Building on the Trust’s historic work in the county and starting in 2021, Oxfordshire was the first region where we began the implementation of the organisation’s new strategic approach to freshwater conservation, the Freshwater Network. The Freshwater Network is the network of high quality freshwater and wetland habitats, and terrestrial habitats generating clean water across the landscape, that together support our most important freshwater wildlife.
Role
This is a strategically important role within the organisation, offering substantial responsibility and an opportunity for the successful candidate to play a leading role in delivering one of the UK's most ambitious freshwater restoration programmes.
The role will primarily focus on the Ock and Thame Farmers: Floodplains and Freshwaters Project, Ock and Thame Farmers: Freshwaters and Floodplain Restoration, one of Defra's pilot Landscape Recovery projects. Having recently completed its two-year development phase, the project is now entering a critical stage of assurance and negotiations with Defra ahead of implementation.
Key areas of work will include ongoing engagement with land managers, supporting informed decision-making and participation, supporting the establishment of governance and legal structures required for delivery, developing agreements and ecosystem service contracts, undertaking land assessments, and refining habitat designs where required. The project currently involves more than 80 land managers across approximately 7,100 hectares of land in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
In addition to the Landscape Recovery project, the role will involve managing a portfolio of smaller projects across the region. This will include supporting staff delivering catchment monitoring programmes and helping to develop a pipeline of habitat creation and Natural Flood Management opportunities.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of project delivery, working closely with the Programme Manager, Finance Manager, Senior Management Team, project partners, consultants, contractors, and participating land managers.
Key responsibilities
Project management:
· Responsible for work planning, defining tasks and allocating resources.
· Resource, manage and support the project team.
· Responsible for the projects’ budgeting and financial management including: (i) regular reporting to the Project Director and Regional Programme Manager; and (ii) implementation of all financial processes for the projects including regular claiming and reporting funder.
· Responsible for all contract and logistics management
· Responsible for ensuring health and safety procedures are followed, implemented and reported on.
· Track and monitor project progress.
· Present to stakeholders, as required.
· Implement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputs.
· Update all internal management information data systems
Project communications:
· Working with the Freshwater Habitats Trust Communications Team to deliver the communication plans for the projects.
Project development:
· Working with other members of Freshwater Habitats Trust staff and landowner networks to develop future projects to continue our work on the Freshwater Network in the region.
In the longer term there will be opportunities to influence the development of the Freshwater Network concept as it builds and develops in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and adjacent counties.
Additional general responsibilities for the post holder
· Help to build a positive relationship between Freshwater Habitats Trust and its partners.
· Understand and follow Freshwater Habitats Trust’s internal procedures including Health and Safety, information management systems, site protocols etc.
· Work closely and constructively with your manager and colleagues in all areas of your responsibility.
· Undertake other duties as the Senior Management Team may from time to time require.
Knowledge and experience
· Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (at least a 2:1)
· Full current driving licence
· Proven project and budget management skills
· Proven experience of managing multi-partner projects in the field of practical habitat creation and management, including on the ground delivery to deliver practical conservation outcomes
· Experience of staff management
· Good knowledge of restoration ecology for both freshwater and wetland habitats
· Experience of contractor management
· Knowledge of land management stakeholders and policy
· Computer literate: Word and Excel are essential, GIS is desirable
· Proven ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including landowners and the public
· General interest in wildlife
Personal qualities
· Ability to manage workload and competing priorities effectively and meet internal deadlines through effective forward planning
· Good verbal and written communication skills
· Good interpersonal skills - approachable, professional and courteous
· Attention to detail and able to deliver on time
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What we have to offer
At Freshwater Habitats Trust we value employees' unique views and encourage them to develop their interests. We also offer the following benefits:
• Flexible working
• 35-hour week
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension with 6% employer contribution
• Mobile phone allowance
• Free eye tests
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage pay
Freshwater is our passion. Together, we can make a difference for wildlife.



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The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) are seeking an External Affairs Manager to promote and protect the interests of the speech and language therapy profession in the Welsh Parliament and government departments.
Who we are
The RCSLT is the professional body for speech and language therapists across the UK. The RCSLT has over 24,000 members and employs around 65 staff predominately based in a London office. The RCSLT has offices in London, Belfast, Edinburgh, and Cardiff.
Our mission is to improve the lives of people with communication and swallowing needs by facilitating and promoting research, producing guidance, holding events, and influencing government. We aim to promote better education and training for speech and language therapists and provide information to our members and the public about speech and language therapy.
The role
We are seeking a policy and public affairs leader to drive influence, advocacy and campaigning in Wales. This high-profile role will represent the organisation at senior levels, engaging with Ministers, Members of the Senedd (MSs), officials and the media to champion speech and language therapy and those with communication and swallowing needs.
You will lead the development and delivery of policy and campaigning strategy, building cross-party relationships, shaping national campaigns and supporting members to influence both locally and nationally in English and Welsh. The role also involves planning impactful events, strengthening partnerships and acting as a key spokesperson on policy and legislative issues.
Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, you will oversee policy development and responses, ensuring emerging legislation and policy are effectively analysed, influenced and communicated. You will also play a central role in promoting the profession, supporting members and networks across Wales and representing the organisation at a senior level to advance its strategic goals.
What we are looking for
We’re looking for a confident policy professional with strong political awareness and a passion for influencing change. Welsh speaking is desirable however not essential. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of health, social care and education policy, alongside knowledge of political processes, particularly within the Welsh Parliament and Government and an appreciation of the role of a professional body.
The ideal candidate will have experience of influencing policy in health, education or social care, with a proven track record in lobbying or campaigning at local or national level. You will be skilled in developing policy initiatives from research, evidence and practice, and communicating complex findings to a wide range of audiences. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and influencer, confident in advising civil servants and politicians on sensitive matters and capable of leading or contributing to projects across a complex organisation.
What we can offer you
- A competitive starting salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Excellent staff training and development opportunities
- Supportive and flexible working environment including, hybrid working arrangements
- Generous Pension scheme
- Life insurance cover
- Season Ticket Loan scheme
- Eye care voucher scheme
- Family friendly employer including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and more!
How to apply
Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence, or for more details about the role, please contact the HR Team by email.
For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page. Applications must be written in English.
Closing date: 9.00am on Thursday, 18 June 2026.
Interview date: Tuesday, 30 June 2026 (in our Cardiff Office - CF11 9SD).
There will be a task that will be needed to be completed prior to the interview which will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Some interview questions will need to be answered in Welsh.
Please note, we can only accept applications from those who have working rights in the UK, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
We are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment process. All applications are handled with strict confidentiality to protect your privacy and encourage openness throughout the process.
The RCSLT is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. We aim to embed equity, diversity, and belonging practices throughout our recruitment and selection procedures. We strive to ensure everyone is valued equally for their contribution, experience, knowledge, and skills. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds.
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Join SmellTaste and lead the development of the charity’s involvement in research, shaping how lived experience of those affected by smell and taste impairment is integrated in research projects. As Research Development and Engagement Manager, you will lead engagement with researchers, our patient community, and external partners to develop and support new research collaborations. This includes leading the Public and Patient Involvement activity for a 12-month National Institute of Health Research-funded Programme Development Grant, the ICAST Programme: Improving Care for patients with Smell & Taste Disorders, and undertaking planning work for the prospective Programme Grant which is expected to follow this.
This post is funded for 2 days (15 hours) per week for an initial 12-month period, with the potential for the contract to be extended and for it to become a full-time role subject to further funding being secured.
You will be joining a small, friendly and ambitious team that will support your professional development as part of the charity’s ongoing growth.
If you are passionate about making a difference to an underserved patient community and want to be part of a pioneering and collaborative organisation that values and empowers the people it represents then we would love to hear from you. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Application instructions:
Please apply by providing both a CV and a covering letter which clearly states how you meet all the points in the Personal Specification.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the SmellTaste contribution to a 12-month National Institute of Health Research-funded Programme Development Grant, led by Prof Carl Philpott at the University of East Anglia (the ICAST Programme: Improving Care for patients with Smell & Taste Disorders).
- Develop a Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) strategy for the above project, including evaluation of impact and dissemination
- Manage a PPI panel for the NIHR project, organise PPIE meetings and ensure participants and panel members are remunerated for activity.
- Develop a detailed, costed delivery plan for the national survey element of the planned Programme Grant which is expected to follow on from the Programme Development Grant, including marketing and publicity, recruitment and dissemination.
- Work with the charity’s CEO and honorary Director of Research and Medical Affairs to develop a research strategy for the charity that aligns with the research priorities identified in the James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership for Smell and Taste Disorders.
- Work with the charity’s CEO, honorary Director of Research and Medical Affairs and external researchers to identify opportunities for new collaborative research opportunities.
- Develop funding applications for research projects.
- Oversee all of the charity’s collaborative research activity, including PPIE activity.
- Evaluate and report on the impact of research projects, ensuring inclusivity and ethical standards.
Personal specification
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in biological sciences or a related field
- Experience leading or supporting public and patient involvement and engagement initiatives in research
- Experience leading or supporting involvement in research
- Experience of writing grant applications
- Ability to communicate and interpret complex scientific research clearly
- Experience working with diverse and underrepresented communities
- Confident relationship builder with researchers and other external stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills, including strong project management skills
Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week
Salary: £40,000, pro-rata
Holiday allowance: 25 days pro-rata, plus bank holidays
Location: Home working. Some travel will be required to attend in-person meetings and events
Interviews expected to be held during the week commencing 22nd June.
SmellTaste is the charity for all those living with impaired smell and taste.


For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.
Learning and Development Officer
Contract: Permanent
Work Pattern: Part Time, 28 hours per week (0.8 FTE) (We are open to flexible hours and working patterns, including accommodating part-time and compressed hours where possible).
Salary: £27,526 per annum (with annual salary increments for the first three years)
Location: Belfast BT15 + Northern Ireland / Newton Abbot TQ12 + Devon / Sheffield S1 or Remote UK homebased.
The Vacancy
We are looking for a talented Learning and Development Officer to join our team.
As our ideal candidate, you will have experience of developing, delivering and evaluating the impact of learning events (primarily online) to support learning and continued professional development.
The core participants in our learning activities are practitioners and managers in social care and related services so experience in this learning and professional development context will be an advantage. You will be an organised, positive and IT-literate professional. You will use your understanding of workforce development and learning and your knowledge of social care (or related sectors) to develop content, interactive session structure and resources.
You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and used to collaborative working. You will have the communication skills to inspire, influence and engage others. Above all, you will share our passion for helping others to use evidence to improve the lives of people of all ages.
Research in Practice
Research in Practice is part of the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) family. For over 60 years, the NCB has been building a better childhood for all.
Research in Practice works with organisations across adults’ and children’s social care, health, criminal justice, and higher education, supporting evidence-informed approaches to improve policy, services, and outcomes for people of all ages. By bringing together research evidence, practice wisdom, and lived experience, we collaborate with professionals and experts to develop tailored resources, learning opportunities, and specialist support that meet the needs of our partners.
About NCB
For more than 60 years, the National Children’s Bureau has championed the rights and amplified the voice of children and young people in the UK. We interrogate policy and uncover evidence, blending in lived and learnt experience to shape future legislation and develop more effective ways of supporting children and families.
Bringing people and organisations together is fundamental to how we improve the systems that babies, children, young people and their families rely on to thrive. We push boundaries, even looking beyond childhood itself to consider transitions into adulthood and the impact of childhood issues on an entire lifespan. We are united for better childhoods and brighter futures.
The Benefits
- 30 Days Annual Leave
- Winter Holiday Closure & Break
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible Working
- Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date: 8am, Wednesday 17th of June 2026
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
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 actively seeking to broaden the diversity of our staff group and warmly welcome applications from candidates underrepresented in the charity sector, including those from Black and Global Majority communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with lived experience of the issues NCB works on.
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Head of Development Operations
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Location: London, UK
Salary: £53,317 - £61,034 pa plus benefits
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is one of the world’s leading public health universities. Our mission is to improve health and health equity in the UK and worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and practice.
LSHTM have 3,300 staff based around the world with core hubs in London and at the MRC Units in The Gambia and Uganda. Our outstanding, diverse and committed staff make an impact where it is most needed, deploying research in real time in response to crises, developing innovative programmes for major health threats and training the next generations of public and global health leaders and researchers.
Philanthropy is critical to us achieving our mission, and our Development and Alumni Relations department develops and supports relationships with a growing body of supporters and community of over 30,000 alumni in over 180 countries around the world.
As we scale up the role of fundraising at LSHTM, we are recruiting 3 senior specialists to work closely as part of the department’s leadership team in providing strategic and tactical direction of key areas of our work as our Heads of Development Operations, Trusts & Foundations, and a new area – Corporate Partnerships.
As our Head of Development Operations, you will report to the Director of Development & Alumni Relations and bring first-class knowledge and experience of best practice and strategy in fundraising operations. As an outstanding operator, with a proven track record of developing and implementing critical support functions for a successful Development team, you will thrive within a busy environment and enjoy leading a people or teams. You work well with fundraising and engagement colleagues, and enjoy the collaborative process of turning a strategy into reality. Key to your success in this role is the practical and consultative approach you will bring, along with your ability to think laterally and creatively to achieve the Department’s and School’s goals.
If you believe you have the skills, aptitude and commitment to our purpose, we would like to hear from you. We are partnering with Richmond Associates on this campaign. To view the information pack for this role please visit their website to download a detailed information pack and to arrange a confidential discussion with Sonja Dunphy, Managing Director or Nicola Reames, Senior Consultant.
Closing date for applications: 09:00 on FRIDAY, 26 JUNE 2026
Location: Remote (Based in England, Scotland & Wales with some travel required).
Salary: £28,665 - £35,280 pro rata (£22,932 – £28,224 actual)
Hours of work: 28 hours (4 days)
Contract type: Permanent
Why work for Kids Matter?
- Generous annual leave – 25 days (plus bank holidays) per year pro rata, with time off between Christmas and New Year's additional to this allowance.
- Remote working contribution – receive £26/month pro rata towards the costs of working from home and/or using a co-working space.
- Access to coaching sessions, training opportunities and our Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff).
- Flexible working across weekdays to suit your schedule.
About us
Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities. Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.
Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.
We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.
About the role
The Database and Fundraising Development Officer role involves:
- Working closely with the Communications and Marketing Coordinator and Content Manager to segment data and tailor content accordingly
- Ensuring Kids Matter’s CRM (Beacon) becomes a fit for purpose tool for all things fundraising and marketing.
- Developing an excellent working understanding of GDPR and other such regulations, ensuring Kids Matter complies in how data is both collected and stored.
- Helping develop a structured and sustainable individual giving programme (both one-off and regular)
About you
Are you experienced in working with CRMs? Do you have a good understanding of digital fundraising? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?
Then we would love to hear from you!
How to apply
You can apply for the Database and Fundraising Development Officer position by clicking ‘Apply via Website’ and completing a copy of our online application form.
The deadline for applications is 29th June 2026. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.
We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.
If you would like any application/interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, or if you would like an informal phone call to ask questions or discuss the role, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Manager).
Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process.
We exist to reduce the impact of poverty on children in need across the UK.


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Operations Manager
Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Reports to: Director of Operations
Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week)
Salary: c£68,000, depending on experience
Start date: We expect to complete interviews in July, with the successful candidate joining the team as soon as possible thereafter, subject to reference checks and notice period.
How to apply: Please submit your application via our website.
About CLTR
The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance.
The Role
The Operations Manager is a key hire within our small but highly effective Operations Unit, sitting alongside a People Operations Manager and reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in supporting CLTR’s overall operations, working across units and delivering projects spanning cybersecurity, finance, administration, data protection, office management and others.
This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to a skilled and self-motivated operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable switching between strategic project management and day-to-day delivery. You will have the confidence to take on new challenges and the ability to communicate clearly with internal teams, contractors and external service providers to drive impact.
You will take ownership of key operational systems and processes, lead on our internal cybersecurity and IT operations (in partnership with our external managed service provider), and support a range of compliance, administrative, and organisational improvement projects. As the organisation grows, this role will be central to building the infrastructure that supports a scaling team.
What you’ll do:
Project & Operations Management
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Project manage key operational initiatives from initiation through to delivery, maintaining clear plans, timelines, and stakeholder communication.
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Support the Director of Operations in developing and implementing operational strategies aligned with the organisation's growth plans.
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Identify inefficiencies in existing systems and processes and drive improvements, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to scale.
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Maintain operational documentation, process guides, and internal knowledge management systems.
Cybersecurity and IT:
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Serve as the primary internal point of contact for our external IT and managed security service provider, ensuring service levels are maintained and issues are resolved promptly.
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Oversee day-to-day IT operations including device management, software licensing, onboarding/offboarding technology needs, and user support escalations.
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Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation's cybersecurity policies and controls, in line with relevant frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials).
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Maintain and develop an asset register, acceptable use policies, access controls, and incident response procedures.
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Proactively identify and mitigate IT and security risks as the organisation grows, including preparing for future infrastructure needs.
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Coordinate internal roll out and learning around AI tools.
Compliance & Governance Support
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Maintain and update internal policies in coordination with the Director of Operations, People Operations Manager and relevant leads.
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Support the People Operations Manager with HR-adjacent compliance requirements where appropriate (e.g. right to work checks, DBS, data handling).
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Support organisational compliance activities, including data protection (UK GDPR) and any sector-or donor-specific regulatory requirements.
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Assist in preparing for and managing external audits, accreditations, and due diligence processes.
Office & Administrative Operations
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Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of office operations, including facilities management, supplier relationships, and procurement.
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Manage relationships with key operational suppliers and service providers, reviewing contracts and ensuring value for money.
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Provide flexible administrative support to the Director of Operations and wider Operations Unit as needed, with a can-do approach to varied tasks.
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Support the planning and logistics of internal events, offsites, and all-staff meetings.
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Provide flexible operational support to the Risk Management Unit (0.5 days per week)
Organisational Development
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Contribute to scaling the organisation's operational capabilities as headcount grows, including helping to onboard new staff, implement new tools, and embed operational best practice.
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Play an active role in fostering a well-organised, collaborative, and mission-aligned working culture.
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Any other tasks as reasonably requested by your line manager.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven track record in an operations, project management, or business management role.
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Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines.
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Proven ability to manage IT and/or cybersecurity operations, ideally including experience working with external managed service providers.
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Experience supporting compliance or governance functions, including working knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection practice.
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Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, with a systematic approach to documentation and process management.
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A self-starter mentality — comfortable with ambiguity, able to take initiative, and happy to roll up their sleeves on both strategic and administrative tasks.
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High agency and a proactive, ownership-driven approach — you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing.
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Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly — giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners.
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A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land.
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Eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role.
Desirable
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Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment.
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Project management qualification such as PRINCE2 or Agile.
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Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as Cyber Essentials, NIST, or ISO 27001.
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Experience supporting organisational scaling or managing change in a growing team.
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Strong digital literacy and experience working with tools such as Claude, Gemini, Asana and WordPress, and the ability to learn new software rapidly.
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Experience managing procurement and supplier contracts.
Location and Travel Requirements
Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least twice-to-three times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates.
Salary and Benefits
£68,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss.
In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes:
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30 days annual leave, plus public holidays;
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£5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.;
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£3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time;
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£2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies;
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A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution);
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Private health insurance;
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Group life insurance;
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Generous parental leave benefits; and
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Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays.
Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4) via our website by 9am UK time on Monday 22 June 2026. Please use your cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the person specification, and how you would approach the responsibilities of this role in practice.
We plan to conduct first round interviews online with selected candidates during the week commencing 29 June 2026.
Final interviews will be held in person during the week commencing 13 July 2026 at CLTR’s office in London.
If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please get in touch.
Equal opportunities
As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks.
We know that our organisation is strengthened by the rich variety of perspectives that a truly diverse workforce brings. We want to make sure that our selection processes are as fair as they can possibly be, providing a level playing field for anyone who wants to come and work at CLTR.
Therefore, if you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process, including interview, please get in touch so we can talk through any adjustments you need in complete confidence, and make arrangements on your behalf.
Adjustments can be whatever you need them to be, whether that’s around accessibility, preparation time and space, or just travel expenses to get you to an interview. Let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make sure you’re getting a fair opportunity to succeed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising Manager
Location: Home-based, with regular travel across the Thames Valley region
Salary: c.£38,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
This role is offered on a full-time basis (37 hours per week), although flexible and part-time working arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
Purpose:
Ways Into Work is seeking a proactive and relationship-focused fundraiser to lead and develop income generation across the charity.
As the charity’s sole fundraising professional, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering a sustainable fundraising strategy, with a particular focus on developing and growing corporate partnerships and business support across the Thames Valley region.
Alongside corporate fundraising, you will identify and secure support from trusts and foundations, community organisations and individual supporters where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Partnerships & Business Development
- Lead on developing and growing corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.
- Identify, research and approach prospective corporate supporters.
- Build and steward long-term relationships with corporate partners.
- Develop relationships with community groups to encourage fundraising support.
Trusts & Foundations:
- Research and identify funding opportunities.
- Write compelling funding applications and reports.
- Work with colleagues to gather project information to support applications.
Fundraising Strategy & Income Development:
- Develop and implement a fundraising plan.
- Diversify income streams.
- Monitor performance and report to leadership.
Communications & Supporter Engagement:
- Support fundraising campaigns and communications.
- Share impact stories and case studies.
- Represent the charity at events.
Fundraising Operations:
- Maintain accurate donor records.
- Ensure timely acknowledgement of supporters.
- Support fundraising systems and processes.
Governance and Compliance:
- Ensure all fundraising activity is ethical and compliant.
Person Specification:
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience in fundraising or partnerships.
- Strong relationship-building ability.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Experience working to targets.
- Confidence networking externally.
- Good IT skills and record keeping.
- Commitment to the mission of Ways Into Work.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Experience in corporate partnerships.
- Experience writing trust applications.
- Knowledge of CRM systems.
- Experience in a small charity environment.
(We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Ways into Work are committed to safeguarding all clients and staff. We adhere to all local and national policies aimed at promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Offer of employment is subject to a successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
Our mission is to get as many people with disabilities, neurodivergence and disadvantage across Berkshire & Oxfordshire into sustained paid employment

Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities
Manage the DUK project portfolio
- Become a subject matter expert in applied and translational research in DMD, allowing informed decision making and effective communication with key stakeholders
- Support identification of new project and collaborative opportunities, including the ongoing management and delivery of our applicant-led funding call
- Support the Director of Research and Development in project scientific review, working with the Scientific Advisory Board, Patient Advisory Board, Senior Leadership Team and DUK Board of Trustees
- Manage project development and initiation, including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones, and budgets
- Manage and oversee project delivery, including monitoring of progress, according to agreed timelines and deliverables (including written updates and formal reports), and managing project finances, including reviewing and approval of invoices and monitoring project expenditure
- Support research budget forecasting in liaison with the finance team and the Director of Research and Development, and ensure compliance across the project portfolio
- Build and manage relationships with external partners and maintain regular communication through the project life cycle
- Support the Director of Research and Development to identify areas of strategic focus to inform the development of new research programmes
- Contribute to and support the development of DUK led research proposals for external funding and work with the income generation team to identify opportunities for research funding
Research governance and processes
- Maintain and improve, as relevant, internal processes for research management and governance
- Act as system owner for the research functions within DUK’s CRM (Salesforce), maintaining records and driving process improvements for grant workflows and monitoring
- Support the Director of Research and Development in research governance activities
- Support the Director of Research and Development to ensure compliance with the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) requirements, such as - contributing to annual data collection and surveys; implementation of AMRC processes and reviews recommendations, as relevant; keep up to date with relevant news and opportunities for training, collaboration and networking
Support the Director of Research and Development on the following external engagement activities
- Development and implementation of outreach and engagement activities in the DMD patient and research community to inform areas for research focus and prioritisation
- Scoping and development of formal and informal strategic partnerships and relationships with key stakeholder organisations (e.g. membership societies, other charities, consortia etc)
Support delivery of DUK flagship strategic programmes
DUK has strategic programmes in clinical research access and capacity, care standards and care access, assistive technologies and patient data. Under the oversight of the Director of Research and Development and working closely with the relevant programme team:
- Coordinate key programme updates and discussions between the DUK team and the programme teams
- Working with DUK comms team, support the development of external comms and marketing
- Working with the Director of Research and Development and the programme teams, support development of new initiatives and external funding opportunities
Other key responsibilities
- Provide general research admin support (e.g. arrange research meetings, both internal and external, prepare agendas and take minutes)
- Work with DUK comms team to identify case studies and success stories and support the development of the research comms strategy
- Coordinate research comms and work with the Director of Research and Development and comms team to ensure all research content is accurate and appropriate
- Work with the income generation and comms teams to provide updates to our key co-funding partners
- Support the collection of portfolio data across all programmes for DUK KPIs and to support DUK impact report development
- Coordinate and deliver research led events and support the Director of Research and Development in the agenda and content development for the annual Duchenne UK New Horizons conference
- Travel across the UK to attend meetings with partners
APPLYING FOR THIS JOB
Please send us a copy of your CV with a cover letter (max 1 page) that includes the following:
1. Please tell us why you would like to work for Duchenne UK.
2. In the job description, we have highlighted a range of essential experience and skills that we need. Please describe how you have demonstrated these with practical examples.
3. If you think you have other qualities, we have not mentioned but which you think suit this role, please let us know. We want to know some of the things you have done and the experiences you’ve had, and what you think they have taught you.
4. Tell us one thing that really excites you about this role.
Please email your application by 10am on Monday 22nd June 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
We are looking for an experienced corporate fundraising manager with demonstrable success in building relationships and maximising income from corporate supporters, sponsors and prospects. The role will lead on securing new business partnerships and developing a varied portfolio of exciting opportunities and events.
This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Retail Assurance Manager, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
To find out more about our values and how important they are to us, please read the role profile.
The Role
As Retail Assurance Manager, you will provide specialist support, guidance, and oversight across all areas of operational risk within retail and estates, ensuring our locations operate safely, compliantly, and to agreed organisational standards. As the estate continues to grow, this role will enhance the organisation’s confidence in retail governance through effective assurance processes, training, and continuous improvement.
The role will develop and maintain frameworks, policies, and tools to support retail managers in managing risk locally, covering areas such as Health and Safety, Fire Safety, financial controls and Gift Aid. By embedding accountability for risk management at every level, the Retail Assurance Manager will enable managers to own compliance within their areas, reinforcing a culture of safety, integrity, and strong performance.
Working with the Head of Retail and Head of Retail Property and Estates, the post holder will design and deliver an operational annual retail audit programme, assessing performance across operational, financial, and compliance areas. Findings will inform improvement plans, demonstrate governance to the wider organisation, and help reduce incidents of non-compliance, theft, and fraud.
Specifically, you will:
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Be the Health & safety (H&S) lead for retail and wider charity and be main point of contact for all related queries, concerns and escalations.
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Provide “how to” checklists and guidance for ladders, steamers, reading and actioning risk assessments etc.
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Be responsible for records of compliance training, Health & Safety inductions and DSE assessments across retail and the wider charity, flagging to senior managers non-compliance.
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Develop risk assessments and processes with owners of the risk so these are relevant and highlight `immediate` and `progressive` actions.
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Support the Centre Manager and Café Manager in food safety compliance developing food safety policies and procedures.
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Work across retail and operations to ensure the Business Continuity Plan is up to date and maintain team`s risk registers.
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Create an intuitive system to ensure Health & Ssafety policy and procedures are maintained, relevant and up to date.
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Support provision of COSHH registers on our premises.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
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To have proven experience in an assurance, audit, compliance, risk, Health & Safety, or retail operations role (ideally within multi-site retail or a customer-facing estate).
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To have working knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice (e.g., Health & Safety, Fire Safety, food safety where applicable, GDPR/data protection, safeguarding awareness) and the ability to translate requirements into practical guidance.
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To have experience of planning and delivering an audit/inspection programme, including developing checklists/standards, conducting site visits, identifying non-conformance, and agreeing proportionate improvement actions.
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To have experience of producing clear reports and presenting findings to different audiences, including senior stakeholders, with recommendations that balance risk, practicality and commercial impact.
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A NEBOSH qualification would be preferred but we would consider IOSH with a view to training towards NEBOSH to the right applicant.
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To be Educated to A Level or above.
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To have basic Health and Safety and Fire training in previous roles alongside an awareness of GDPR, Cyber Security and Safeguarding or ability to demonstrate awareness of the above. Good understanding of Data Protection principles.
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To have IT literacy in particular with Microsoft Office.
Application
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People before 16th June 2026. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer.We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us.
First interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 15 June 2026 via Teams.
Second interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 30 June 2026 in person at our Yorkshire Cancer Research Centre in Harrogate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Role
We are looking for a Partnerships Development Manager to develop our approach to, and implement a comprehensive partnership development plan, aligning with our longer term strategic aims. You’ll collaborate across the organisation to understand business aims and objectives, and with one eye on the external market you’ll help to find solutions through seeking new opportunities and in turn developing key new relationships with organisations. You will be skilled in research and prospecting for new business development opportunities, performing the due diligence required and in developing mutually beneficial relationships with key partners which will enable us to deliver for our audiences and achieve our long-term plans. .
What you'll do
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the charity to understand key business aims and objectives.
- Scan the external landscape to identify strategic partnership opportunities that strengthen service delivery, influence systems and improve outcomes for deaf children and their families.
- Prospect both warm and cold relationships for potential partners to help NDCS achieve our goals.
- Use your keen research skills to perform due diligence to ensure potential partners are compatible with our aims and our values.
- Make strong decisions regarding which partnerships to take forward and which to not progress based on insight.
- Develop mutually beneficial relationships with new and existing partners to enable NDCS to deliver against strategic plans.
What you'll need
- Proven experience in developing new business from prospecting to partnership.
- Strong research skills and a demonstrable ability to perform due diligence to ensure partners are aligned with NDCS values.
- Proven ability to manage risk effectively making tough decisions based on insight.
- Experience in developing warm and cold relationships and partnerships to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes which meet NDCS’s strategic goals.
- Experience in developing a strategic approach to new business, performing market and competitor analysis and using this insight to inform your decision making.
- Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of agile values & principles.
- A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).
What you'll get
- Home-based working with flexible hours.
- 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
- Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
- Healthcare Cashplan.
- Annual performance-based salary increase.
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.
What we do
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
Pre-employment checks
As part of our commitment to creating a safe and trusted environment for the children, young people and families we support, all offers of employment are subject to background checks. These include Right to Work verification, Criminal Record Disclosure, and ID and address verification.
To complete an online Right to Work check, you will need a valid UK or Irish passport, or a government share code if you are not a British citizen. If an online check is not possible, we’ll need to verify your documents in person at our London office. Please be aware that travel time and expenses for this appointment cannot be reimbursed.
Disability Confidence
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.
Are you an experienced fundraising professional, or at the early stages of your career, or a skilled communicator looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our Development and Alumni Engagement team at the University of Oxford to make a difference within a globally renowned institution.
Location: Oxford (with options for hybrid working)
Salary: £35,681 - £41,636 per annum, with a possible extension to £45,212 (includes Oxford University Weighting of £1,730).
Contract: Full-time or Part-time (minimum 30 hours), Permanent
About Us
Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations.
The Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) team works collaboratively across the University to secure philanthropic support that ensures Oxford remains a world-class centre of learning. By building meaningful connections with alumni, trusts, and global partners, the Team helps to fund vital research, world-changing academic posts, and life-changing student scholarships.
For over 900 years, Oxford Law has shaped global legal leadership through world-class teaching, research and independent thought. Today, as one of the world’s leading law faculties, it plays a critical role in providing legal solutions and leadership to global challenges - including artificial intelligence, climate change, geopolitical instability and threats to democracy. Oxford Law's global influence is reflected in an alumni community that includes a majority of the current Justices of the UK Supreme Court, members of the US Supreme Court and High Court of Australia, and two recent UK Prime Ministers. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
- A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle (with 3 days a week spent on-site in Oxford).
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
- Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About the Role
This role is a rare and exciting launchpad for an ambitious professional looking to step into major gift fundraising. You do not need a legal background to succeed here - we are looking for someone with the drive, energy, and interpersonal warmth to connect with people, and we are fully committed to providing the coaching and mentoring you need to master the art of fundraising.
Working closely with the Faculty of Law, you will champion philanthropic efforts to raise vital income, by securing donations in the £50,000–£80,000 range from your own developing pool of individual alumni, trust representatives, law firms and a group of loyal barristers' chambers.
You will also gain hands-on experience with face-to-face major gift fundraising by contributing to an ambitious fundraising appeal to redevelop the Faculty of Law’s home, the St Cross Building; alongside securing support for graduate scholarships, academic posts and our growing access and diversity programmes.
About You
We are looking for individuals who can bring the following core attributes:
- Experience in a fundraising, marketing, or a relationship-management role; alongside the confidence to professionally represent the University and make ‘the ask’.
- Excellent verbal and written skills with the creativity to translate legal or academic projects into inspiring donor materials.
- Ability to listen actively, build trust, and manage relationships with a diverse range of academic and external stakeholders.
- Genuine enthusiasm for fundraising and a passion for social or environmental justice or related areas.
- You are organised, capable of managing a diverse workload calmly under pressure, and comfortable using standard Microsoft Office tools and database systems.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
- A covering letter/supporting statement
- Your CV
- The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 11 June 2026.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 25 June 2026, and will be held face-to-face.
We raise funds in support of the University’s academic priorities, securing donations for all aspects of academic and student endeavour.










