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Senior Fundraiser – Individual Giving & Supporter Relations
Maternity Leave Cover
Location: Hemel Hempstead (flexible hybrid working)
Contract: Fixed term
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hrs/week
Salary: FTE c.£35,000
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Fundraiser to provide maternity cover and ensure the smooth delivery of our Individual Giving programme. In this key role, you’ll help maintain stable income and deliver essential activity across our Individual Giving strategy.
You’ll manage a broad portfolio including Individual Donations, Regular Giving, Mid‑Level Gifts and Appeals, ensuring strong stewardship and supporter engagement to maximise retention and long‑term value.
A major part of the role involves leading on appeals and campaigns - using supporter data and insight to shape activity, track performance, and apply learning to enhance supporter experience and improve ROI. This is a hands-on role suited to someone confident in campaign management, data analysis, and building meaningful donor relationships.
About You
You’re an experienced relationship fundraiser with a strong record of meeting income targets and delivering successful Individual Giving activity. You know how to use data and insight to shape campaigns, deepen engagement, and maximise results. You excel at creating compelling appeals and supporter journeys that strengthen relationships and build long-term value.
A persuasive and collaborative communicator, you quickly build trust with colleagues, supporters, and partners. Proactive, organised, and adaptable, you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering excellent supporter experience and meaningful impact.
Why Join Us?
You’ll join a supportive, collaborative Fundraising Team that lives our “One Team, One Goal” ethos. Every contribution is valued, and you’ll be encouraged to grow and thrive.
At DENS, we support local people facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion. In this role, you’ll help generate the income that makes this work possible and see the impact of your efforts in our community.
How to Apply
Please read the full Job Description & Person Specification. If you meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.
Fill in the DENS Application Form including your Supporting Statement.
This role remains open until a suitable candidate has been appointed.
No agencies please.
To help rebuild the lives of vulnerable people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section below and complete it. Click the 'apply' button and fill out your personal details in the relevant sections. Once you have submitted these you will be asked if you would like to attach any documents. At this stage please submit the completed version of the application form.**
Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager (12-month contract)
Salary:Circa £47,500
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed-term contract for 12 months
Reports to: Head of Corporate Partnerships
Key relationships: Head of Corporate Partnerships, Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager, New Business Lead, UNHCR PSP
Location: WeWork, 1 Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (hybrid working policy operates)
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
ABOUT THE ROLE
At a time of unprecedented global displacement, this is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in mobilising private sector support for people forced to flee their homes.
We are seeking an ambitious and strategic Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead and grow our emergency corporate fundraising portfolio. This role will position UK for UNHCR as the go-to partner for companies responding to humanitarian crises, driving high-value financial and in-kind support when it matters most.
Operating at the forefront of global emergency response, you will shape and deliver a compelling corporate emergency proposition, steward a portfolio of five- and six-figure partners, and act as a key point of contact during major humanitarian crises. You will work closely with the rest of the corporate partnerships team, senior leadership and colleagues in the UK and internationally to translate urgent global needs into impactful private sector engagement.
This is a high-visibility, fast-paced role offering strategic ownership, senior stakeholder engagement and the opportunity to directly influence income growth within a critical area of our work.
JOB PURPOSE
To lead the development and implementation of a sector-leading emergency corporate fundraising strategy, driving significant growth in private sector income and positioning UK for UNHCR as the partner of choice for businesses responding to mass displacement emergencies.
The postholder will manage and grow a £1m+ corporate portfolio, aim to secure new multi-year six- and seven-figure commitments, strengthen internal emergency response processes, and collaborate across teams and geographies to maximise impact.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES
Strategy & Portfolio Growth
- Lead the design and delivery of an emergency corporate fundraising strategy.
- Position UK for UNHCR as the go-to charity partner for companies responding to humanitarian crises.
- Personally manage and grow a £1m+ portfolio of corporate donors, driving uplifts and multi-year six- and seven-figure commitments.
- Review and refresh the UK for UNHCR Emergency Fund proposition for the private sector, securing renewed and new strategic commitments.
- Analyse recent and lapsed emergency donors and implement targeted re-engagement strategies.
- Work with the Senior Corporate Partnership Manager as required on the stewardship and growth of non-emergency strategic partnerships.
Emergency Leadership & Internal Coordination
- Act as the Corporate Partnerships lead during humanitarian emergencies, coordinating internal processes and serving as a senior point of contact for the Senior Leadership Team.
- Finalise and embed a clear emergency protocol and appeal process to enable rapid, coordinated corporate response.
- Work collaboratively across teams to ensure emergency messaging, reporting and stewardship materials are timely, compelling and aligned.
Relationship Management & Stewardship
- Develop and implement tailored engagement and stewardship plans for established emergency partners and donors.
- Identify high-profile visibility opportunities to promote the Emergency Fund and wider emergency response work.
- Coordinate prospect research and network mapping to identify and unlock new opportunities.
- Support the New Business Lead on pitches and proposals where emergency response is a component.
- Collaborate with the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager on strategic partnership renewals and new high-value proposals.
Collaboration & Systems
- Work closely with UK and international Private Partnerships and Philanthropy (PPH) colleagues to strengthen engagement across markets and channels.
- Contribute to a coordinated calendar of cultivation and stewardship moments alongside the Events Manager.
- Ensure compliance with due diligence, GDPR and internal policies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date partner records on Salesforce and SharePoint.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience
- A strong track record of securing, managing and growing six-figure+ corporate partnerships within an NGO/INGO or comparable environment.
- Experience designing and delivering corporate donor engagement strategies that generate sustainable income growth.
- Experience working in a fast-paced fundraising environment with the ability to respond flexibly during peak moments.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
- Highly credible and confident relationship-builder, comfortable engaging senior corporate leader and Trustees.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex humanitarian issues into compelling corporate propositions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing persuasive proposals and reports.
- Strong understanding of the UK corporate partnerships landscape and current sector trends.
- Confident negotiator with strong influencing skills.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
- Solutions-focused, proactive and comfortable working with autonomy.
- Strong attention to detail and experience using fundraising databases (e.g. Salesforce).
Desirable Experience
- Knowledge of high-value in-kind corporate contributions (e.g. logistics, technology, hygiene items).
- Experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder or federated environment.
- Experience contributing to multi-year fundraising campaigns.
- Understanding of international development or humanitarian response.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: Friday 6th March 2026
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us . We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
We stand with refugees – will you join us?

Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)
Closing date: Tuesday 24 February
About St John International
St John International is both a working Order of Chivalry (est. 1888) and a modern global charity delivering first aid, healthcare and community support across 44 countries and territories. Through our network of St John Ambulance organisations and the St John Eye Hospital in Jerusalem, we promote physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing and provide lifesaving care to communities worldwide.
As we expand our international fundraising programme, we are investing in the systems, insight and skills needed to build deeper donor relationships, grow our global supporter base, and increase income to support our mission.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Fundraising CRM Manager to lead the development and management of our fundraising CRM and donor engagement systems. This is a pivotal role at an exciting moment of growth, ensuring our CRM is used strategically to strengthen donor relationships, improve fundraising performance, and support income growth across our international network.
Working closely with the Fundraising Director, you will oversee day‑to‑day CRM management, donor stewardship (up to £5,000), prospect research, reporting, and support for campaigns and events. You will also provide insight and data that underpin high‑value fundraising.
Key Responsibilities
CRM Management & Development
- Lead the daily administration and development of the fundraising CRM (Salesforce or Beacon).
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency and compliance with data protection standards.
- Build donor segmentation, pipelines and automated journeys to improve retention and engagement.
- Produce regular insight reports, dashboards and monthly financial tracking.
- Work with the Digital Officer to drive system improvements and train colleagues in CRM use.
Donor Stewardship & Fundraising Support
- Deliver excellent donor care, ensuring timely acknowledgements, updates and impact reporting.
- Steward donors giving up to £5,000, nurturing long‑term relationships.
- Support the delivery of digital, regular giving and peer‑to‑peer fundraising campaigns.
- Develop donor journeys that build loyalty to the St John mission.
- Collaborate with Communications to share compelling stories of impact.
Prospect Research & Reporting
- Research and profile new donors, trusts and partners across the global St John network.
- Provide monthly income and pledge tracking reports.
- Manage the fundraising pipeline, forecasting income and identifying growth opportunities.
- Prepare briefings and reports to support high‑value donor engagement.
Donor Growth & Global Engagement
- Develop strategies to grow the donor base, with a focus on gifts under £5,000.
- Use global awareness moments (e.g. St John Day, World First Aid Day) to acquire and retain supporters.
- Evaluate campaign performance and recommend improvements.
Support for High‑Value Fundraising
- Provide data insights, research and CRM support for major donor cultivation.
- Prepare donor histories and background briefings for senior fundraising activity.
- Ensure the CRM effectively supports high‑value relationship management.
Person Specification
Essential
- At least 3 years’ experience in fundraising, CRM management or donor development.
- Proven experience managing a fundraising CRM (Salesforce, Beacon or similar).
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to translate data into insight.
- Understanding of donor care and stewardship principles.
- Experience cultivating and securing gifts from individual donors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a donor‑centred approach.
- Highly organised, detail‑focused and confident managing multiple priorities.
- Collaborative, proactive and committed to St John’s humanitarian mission.
Desirable
- Experience in an international NGO or federated charity.
- Knowledge of GDPR and data protection best practice.
- Familiarity with digital fundraising tools and online giving platforms.
- Experience supporting or coordinating fundraising events
St John International is an equal opportunities employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified.
We want to hear from all interested candidates, and to be considered for the position please submit a short cover letter along with your CV, outlining why you're right for the role.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 24th February. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a senior fundraiser / income-generation specialist with the ambition to grow and diversify our income streams sustainably. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will bring strategic planning and action to the income generation work needed to ensure that the charity can continue delivering, and increase the reach of, its life-changing support to Asylum Seeker and Refugee communities in and around Derby.
Key Skills and Attributes we’re looking for:
- Demonstrable experience of significant income growth in a large charity through grants, tenders and/or major donors with pipeline development.
- Experience of motivating and inspiring team members to achieve high, sustainable performance in fundraising and communications.
- Collaborative and skilled at working cross organisationally and building strong internal relationships.
- A proactive networker with the ability to work in true partnership with local organisations, including faith groups, corporate, local government and national funding partners, inclusive of major donors.
- Provides strategic leadership across the organisation, working jointly with the Chief Executive and Trustees to embed the charity’s ethos and values.
Operational responsibilities:
Income generation and external partnerships
- Hold overall accountability for income generation across trusts and foundations, statutory funding, corporate partnerships, major donors and community fundraising.
- Developer and deliver a statutory fundraising strategy to maximise income from government, NHS, lottery and public sector funders.
- Lead and write high-quality funding bids, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and operational teams to shape compelling programme proposals.
- Oversee the management of the charity's current grant portfolio; ensuring grant applications and reports are delivered on time and in accordance with internal processes.
- Ensure that the voice, experience and dignity of refugees are meaningfully and ethically reflected in all fundraising and communication activity.
Leadership
- Provide inclusive, ambitious and supportive leadership to the Fundraising team, encouraging a culture of high performance, collaboration and learning.
- Champion strong collaboration between fundraising and other areas of the charity.
- Model Upbeat Communities values at all times, contributing to a welcoming, mission-led and entrepreneurial organisational culture.
- Actively contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting organisational leadership and decision-making beyond fundraising.
· Provide clear, accurate and timely reporting to the CEO, and Board of Trustees, attending meetings as required.
Strategy & Development
- Working closely with the CEO, lead the development and delivery of an integrated Fundraising Strategy that supports organisational priorities, financial sustainability and long-term partnerships.
- Contribute income generation expertise to support the execution of the charity’s strategic plan.
- Translate strategy into clear priorities, plans and performance expectations across the fundraising portfolio.
- Ensure fundraising propositions are compelling, evidence-led and clearly connected to Upbeat Communities impact, working closely with the Head of Delivery to reflect operational reality and participant need.
- Strengthen pipeline management, forecasting and scenario planning to support financial resilience and informed decision-making.
· Identify opportunities to deepen funder engagement beyond income, including learning partnerships, influence and profile-raising where appropriate.
Networking & Partnerships
- Build and maintain strong strategic partnerships across statutory, community and private sectors, strengthening the profile and reach of the charity.
- Represent the organisation at networking events, conferences generating leads and expanding income opportunities
- Support the development of a joined-up Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) offer, positioning Upbeat Communities as a key partner for corporate engagement.
Foundational Values
- Excels in emotional intelligence, building deep connections and mentoring others in emotional awareness.
- Embodies compassion in action, inspiring others to create a culture of care and community impact.
- Drives a culture of learning and excellence, mentoring others and integrating innovative ideas into practice.
- Leads with empowerment, creating opportunities and mentoring others to take ownership of their actions.
Person Specification:
Role Specific Competencies
- Significant experience leading high-value fundraising across multiple income streams, with a strong track record of income growth in a large charity.
- Demonstrable success securing and stewarding 6- and 7-figure partnerships or donations from corporate partners, trusts/foundations, statutory funders and/or major donors.
- Proven ability to operate at both strategic and delivery levels, balancing leadership with selective frontline fundraising.
- Experience managing senior fundraisers or managers with responsibility for discrete income streams.
- Strong strategic, financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, performance management and risk assessment.
- Excellent relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills, with credibility at senior levels internally and externally.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and compellingly to a range of audiences, including trustees.
- Experience working effectively across an organisation and with senior leadership teams.
- Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound knowledge of GDPR and the Charity Code of Fundraising Practice.
Empowering individuals and families to thrive as they rebuild their lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- £51,481 per annum (rising to £53,591 from April 2026)
- Full time, 35 hours per week
- Permanent contract
About the role
Home-based role within the relevant region (subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, including a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from).
This role requires regular travel across the appointed regions/countries to meet and engage with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy’s (CSP) members and stakeholders. You will also be required to travel to CSP’s head office in London from time to time for team meetings and other organisational activity.
Join CSP’s Campaigns and Regional Engagement team
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced communication professional to join our successful Campaigns and Regional Engagement team.
In this role, you will help raise the profile of physiotherapy across your appointed regions/countries and support CSP’s work to influence key local and regional stakeholders. Through the development of effective, targeted communications, you will engage and inspire Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) members to promote the value of physiotherapy within their communities.
A key aspect of the role is building strong relationships with CSP members and especially with our member-led regional networks and country boards, which will involve frequent in-person engagement and travel. You will also contribute significantly to CSP-wide campaigns and events, working collaboratively with colleagues as part of regional and country CSP staff teams.
About you
You will have first-class communication skills, be confident, self-motivated and able to work effectively across team boundaries. Educated to degree level, or equivalent, you will bring expertise in at least one, and ideally several, of the following areas: Stakeholder engagement; media and PR; digital communications; public affairs; writing for publications; event management.
You will be comfortable managing a varied workload, working independently while remaining closely connected to a geographically dispersed team, and travelling regularly to support member engagement across your region.
Working arrangements
Flexible working
We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs.
Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.
At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information.
How to apply
Please click on the ‘Apply online’ tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.
As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to four criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack.
Closing date: 10am, 25th February 2026.
Shortlisting outcome: W/C 9th March 2026.
Interview date: 26th & 27th March 2026 (in person in Manchester).
Equality, Diversity and Belonging
Accessibility and adjustments
To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact HR, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Disability Confident Scheme
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet all the essential criteria will normally be shortlisted for interview. In the event of a high volume of applications, we may choose to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled candidates. In such cases, a proportionate number of disabled candidates will be shortlisted for interview. To read more about our approach to the Disability Confident Scheme, please visit the website.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging
The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please visit the website.
NO AGENCIES
Location: Vauxhall, London (Hybrid – 3 days in the office, based in our modern workspace in Kennington Park)
Hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (some flexibility available)
This role offers a rare chance to work across teams - grants development, fundraising and marketing along with the finance and operations team to support the delivery of our work, and gives you broad organisational exposure and multiple career pathways.
You will enjoy:
ü Real variety
No two days look the same – you could be supporting finance processes, coordinating interviews, preparing documents, greeting visitors, or helping with office logistics.
ü Genuine development
You will gain hands-on experience in:
· Charity finance
· HR Administration
· Operational systems and processes
· Office and organisational support
ü Friendly team environment
You’ll be joining a supportive team who care about the mission and about each other. We work collaboratively, share ideas, and help one another succeed.
ü A meaningful purpose
You work will directly support programmes that improve the lives of children and young people experiencing significant hardship.
About Buttle UK
Buttle UK exists to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people who are facing crisis, hardship and lack of opportunity. We provided targeted grants and practical support through our Chances for Children grants and a network of partners.
We are a value-led organisation, and we’re building a culture where colleagues feel listened to, trusted and supported.
About the Role:
This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of an organisation and likes supporting a busy, friendly team, working across teams – grants development, fundraising and marketing alongside the finance and operations team. We are looking for someone with good experience of working in a growing organisation who is able to build good working relationships with colleagues and manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of basic financial principles and previous experience of working within finance and administrative roles is essential. As well as good communication skills both verbal and written, the candidate will be flexible in the way they work and take the initiative when needed. They will also demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in the UK voluntary sector.
This role will be a key part of the finance and operations team and contribute to the team’s objectives.
What will you be doing?
1. Grants and Finance Support:
· To support the Finance and Grants teams by liaising with suppliers of items for grants, checking invoices and records, issuing purchase orders and placing orders
· Providing first level support with the grants database system.
· Support with invoice entry and payment reconciliation on the grants system.
· Manage the organisation’s petty cash and reconciliation
· Support with processing invoices for payment
· Scanning, filing and logging account documents
· Checking and updating ledger balances using the computerised accounting systems
2. HR Support:
· Support the HR Manager with recruitment and onboarding processes, and other key HR activities, including:
· Assist the teams with recruitment administrative tasks including posting job adverts on relevant job boards; arranging interviews; responding to job applicants; issuing reference requests; filing of recruitment records.
· Provide support with induction process and induction schedules for new joiners.
· Perform data entry and update records and databases for personnel in the HR Information system.
· Update organisation charts and other key documents and handle confidential information professionally.
3. Reception and Enquiries:
· Welcome visitors at Buttle UK and be the first point of contact for phone calls and visitors, signposting callers and enquiries when Buttle UK cannot assist
· Take responsibility for the out-of-hours voicemail facility and respond to all messages on a timely basis.
· Manage company correspondence including phone calls, emails, letters and packages in accordance with Buttle UK procedures, and distribute to relevant staff.
4. General Administration for the Buttle Office
· Organise set up of meeting rooms ahead of key meetings
· Make travel arrangements and hotel bookings for staff where necessary
· Ad-hoc admin tasks as directed by the Senior Management Team
· Track office stationery levels, including printer requirements and equipment for home-based staff, re-ordering, when required, and maintain relationships with stationery suppliers.
· Oversee day-to-day office functions to ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently.
· Maintain and organise office files, both physical and digital.
· Support the organisation during office events including staff meetings, team building activities and corporate functions.
This role is perfect if you enjoy a mixture of people-focused and systems-focused tasks. Every day is different – you will receive training and support to succeed in your role.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who is:
· Organised and reliable
· Friendly and people-oriented
· Comfortable with numbers and systems
· Happy working with multiple teams
· Proactive and keen to learn
· Calm under pressure and able to prioritise
Person Specification
Essential
· At least one year working in an administrative and/or finance role
· General book-keeping and accounting experience - AAT entry level certification desired
· Experience of using databases and spreadsheets
· Experience of providing support to several teams, ability to multi-task and prioritise.
· Experience of dealing with people from a wide range of backgrounds, both on the phone and in person
· Good organisational skills and attention to detail
· Proven IT skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft office
· Strong communication skills
· Willingness to learn new systems (finance, HR, grants)
· A positive, proactive and helpful approach
· Ability to maintain confidentiality
Desirable
· Experience in an admin, finance, HR or customer-facing role
· Experience of using databases
· An interest in learning and development and interest in working within the charity sector
Attitude
· A self-starter with energy and drive, who is willing to respond to what needs doing and to take responsibility for their work
· Efficient, adaptable and proactive approach to working.
· A commitment to promote the best interests of children and young people. Empathetic and non-judgmental towards the needs of children and families living in poverty.
What We Offer
· Hybrid working (c.3 days in the office)
· Strong commitment to staff development
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Generous 25 days annual leave + Christmas closure + bank holidays
· Employer pension contribution
· Employee assistance programme for staff wellbeing and support
· Life assurance scheme
· Free eye tests and payment of up to £100 for glasses if required
· Enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay
· Opportunities for career progression in Finance, HR or Operations
Interviews: Monday 9th & Thursday 12th March 2026
Please note that we may close the advert for this role early if we receive applications from suitable candidates. We hope you will apply as early as possible if you are interested in the role.
The Team Administrator will provide a range of administrative and personal support to the
Archbishop's Chaplain and the wider team at Bishopthorpe Palace. They will also act as one of the main points of contact for visitors and callers and will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with the other Team Administrator to ensure duties are always covered.
Responsibilities
Support to the Archbishop's Chaplain
Provide administrative support to the Chaplain including but not limited to:
- Managing the Chaplain's diary using Outlook, including booking rooms and hospitality where appropriate.
- Booking travel and hotel accommodation as required.
- Taking minutes of meetings on an occasional basis.
- Preparing background information for Clergy Current Status Letters (CCSLs).
- Assisting with the printing of materials for worship.
- Responsible for the administration of the clergy charity funds, in liaison with the Archbishop's Chaplain. Liaising directly with the Suffragan Bishops and Archdeacons of the Diocese of York in the allocation of these funds.
- Clergy retirement/resignation letters - In liaison with the Records and Correspondence Manager, making sure that all resignations and retirement notifications are actioned.
- Providing general administrative support to the Chaplain, and any other duties that may arise as required.
- Providing support to the Chaplain on the administration of PTOs, and any other duties that may arise as required, in the absence of the other Team Administrator.
Assisting with the administration and organisation of the following events:
- Consecrations and Confirmation of Elections;
- Provincial Visits;
- Annual Northern Church Leaders' Retreat;
- Diocese of York Clergy Quiet Days;
- Diocesan Clergy Conference;
- Ordinations of deacons.
Reception duties (shared with the other Team Administrator):
- Answering incoming calls to the main Palace phone, ascertaining the purpose of the call and transferring to the appropriate member of staff, giving full information.
- Answering video-entry phones at the main office door and disabled entrance, greeting visitors, assisting disabled visitors, issuing visitor badges, and alerting the appropriate member of staff of their arrival.
- Fulfilling other general receptionist duties, including ensuring the reception area is kept clean and tidy and that publications/circulars made available in that area are relevant and up-to-date, organising visitor refreshments and organising taxis for visitors as required. Ensuring reception/telephone cover is maintained when away from the front desk.
- Overseeing the office stationery supplies to ensure that stocks are maintained, negotiating prices with suppliers and ordering goods.
- Responsible for the franking/preparation of outgoing post, including the completion of paperwork for non-standard postal services, and ensuring the post is taken to the post office each evening ahead of closure deadlines.
- Preparation and circulation of a staff weekly whereabouts sheet.
- Maintaining and updating the staff signing-in boards.
General administrative duties (shared with the other Team Administrator):
- Processing incoming post before passing to the Records and Correspondence Manager for further action.
- Assist in the administration of central office emails, filtering the messages and forwarding those requiring further action to the Records and Correspondence Manager.
- Production of standard letters as directed by the Records and Correspondence Manager.
Booking of travel/hotels for members of the Archbishop of York's team as required.
About You
Essential
Knowledge/Experience
- Proven ability in managing diaries, correspondence and papers for a manager with the ability to find creative solutions.
- Experience of, and confidence in, dealing with a wide range of people in the course of work, including at a senior level.
- Experience working in a high-pressure environment.
- Experience organising meetings and/or events.
- Evidence of dealing with confidential and sensitive material
- Excellent knowledge of IT and experience using the Microsoft Office 365 suite of packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
- Confident in the use of the mail-merge function and working on a networked computer system with the ability to use IT to find creative solutions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to draft and prepare high-quality, accurate correspondence, briefs and other material, including minutes of meetings as required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills capable of dealing with difficult conversations calmly and efficiently.
- Highly confidential, discreet and diplomatic with proven ability to work in a strictly confidential environment and to handle sensitive documents.
- Forward-thinking with highly effective planning skills.
- Ability to organise diaries and meetings.
- Ability to collect and collate information and data, and understand data protection requirements.
- Highly focused, organised and methodical with the ability to cope with conflicting priorities and projects and to meet deadlines.
- Flexibility with the ability to adapt plans quickly in response to change.
- Ability to create and implement new processes and systems to improve efficiency.
- Strong teamwork skills.
Skills & Abilities:
- Equivalent professional experience, with a good command of written and spoken English, including accurate spelling and punctuation.
Desirable
- Knowledge of and empathy with the Church of England and its structure.
- An understanding of the work of the Archbishop's ministry and the structures and roles within the Church of England.
- A good working knowledge of SharePoint would be an advantage, however training will be provided.
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



The Senior Donor Relations Manager plays a key role within the National Theatre’s fundraising team, developing and nurturing meaningful, relationships with our supporters from first engagement onwards.
The role will lead on a programme of regular and bespoke engagement opportunities that both introduce new supporters to the National Theatre and provide inspiring stewardship to recognise the impact of major support. They will also develop and manage a cultivation and stewardship strategy to ensure consistency, creativity, and alignment across fundraising sectors.
As a core member of the Development Operations team, the role will work closely with colleagues across the National Theatre to identify fundraising opportunities and develop compelling proposals and impact-led reports that inspire new and continued giving to the Stories Start Here campaign.
The role requires exceptional collaboration and relationship-building skills, excellent writing, a creative mindset, sharp attention to detail and the ability to lead and inspire a team.
The successful candidates will have the following:
- Extensive experience of working in a successful and busy fundraising environment
- A significant understanding of stewardship techniques and processes and/or a strong understanding of donor cultivation strategies and events
- Proven experience in delivering high-level stewardship opportunities across sectors
- Brilliant written communication skills
- Significant experience of implementing and improving processes and systems across a team
If that sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 10:00am
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: London (Millbank Tower)
Contract: Temporary, 3 Month Contract
Hours: 16–24 hours per week
Salary: £15.00 per hour + £1.81 holiday pay
We are delighted to be supporting a leading charity in their search for a temporary Fundraising Assistant. This role provides vital administrative and logistical support to the Development team, ensuring consistent stewardship for individual donors and helping maintain an accurate, efficient fundraising operation during a busy period.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support for donor relationships, including meeting logistics, travel bookings, preparing briefings, and recording communications.
- Support processing of individual donations, including creating gift receipts, thank‑you letters, and working with Finance to ensure correct allocation.
- Assist with planning donor events and meetings alongside senior leaders.
- Reconcile reports from online giving platforms and update internal systems.
- Produce donor research profiles and meeting briefs.
- Update fundraising collateral and proofread documents to ensure accuracy.
Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Experience using Salesforce or another fundraising CRM.
- Knowledge of the education or charity sector (desirable).
- Experience using online donation platforms (desirable).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as possible and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Salary:
£ 32,855- £38,105 dependant on experience
Contract length:
One-year, full-time position with the possibility of extension.
Location:
Oxfordshire/ Berkshire/ Buckinghamshire.
This is a flexible, hybrid position with a mixture of working from home, 2 days a week in Thames21’s regional office (Wheatley/Oxford), travel to Thames21’s main London office once a month; and site visits across Thames21 catchment areas, as required.
Responsible to:
Catchment Partnership Manager
About Thames21
Thames21 is an environmental charity that works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact, nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, while also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success and as such we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, this we feel is key in ensuring that everybody has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees, and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.
Purpose of the job
This post will form part of Thames21’s Catchment Partnership team. The successful candidate will host/ co-host river catchment partnerships and will be responsible for each partnership’s strategic development and expansion, working towards the successful delivery of the Catchment Based Approach (CaBA) to improving rivers.
You will work with multiple stakeholders and communities to manage and deliver river improvement projects across Oxfordshire and the mid-Thames region. This role is instrumental in developing and delivering a suite of projects, from citizen science water quality schemes to river habitat restoration and natural flood management, helping to implement Thames21’s vision and 5-year plan for healthy, thriving rivers across the Thames Basin.
Main duties and responsibilities:
The officer will be expected to deliver across five priority areas:
1. Deliver small-scale river improvement projects
To deliver small-scale natural flood management, invasive species removal and habitat restoration projects, often with the aid of our volunteers and external contractors. You will also co-ordinate our citizen science water quality testing network in the region.
2. Develop diverse, representative, collaborative and delivery focused partnerships
To work autonomously and proactively to seek out and positively engage strategic stakeholders within each catchment area, building the influence and capacity of the Catchment Partnership network to deliver improvements for rivers and local communities. These stakeholders will include (but not limited to) community groups, landowners, eNGOs, local authorities, government agencies, citizen scientists and water companies.
3. Work with partnership networks to identify, develop and fundraise for river catchment improvement projects
To draw on their knowledge of what makes a river catchment healthy to develop ambitious and impactful catchment improvement project proposals that meet the targets of Thames21’s 5-year plan and the relevant catchment plan. Once identified, the successful candidate will be required to work with relevant Thames21 teams and external partners to successfully fundraise for the development and delivery of these projects.
4. Bring together identified projects into detailed, deliverable catchment and sub-catchment plans, monitoring progress against these.
The catchment partnership officer will be responsible for developing deliverable project proposals, catchment and sub catchment plans that draw together projects identified across the catchment/sub-catchment area with landowner and stakeholder support. These plans will clearly articulate priority projects required for delivery to external readers. Where necessary, the catchment partnership officer may be required to support and lead on the delivery of river improvement projects, managing project deadlines and budgets.
5. Break down silos by sharing information and bringing people together; in a way that is catchment wide, cross boundary and across multiple organisations.
The catchment partnership officer will be expected to share knowledge, news, funding opportunities and project progress between stakeholders through meetings, site visits, email newsletters and quarterly meetings of the whole Catchment Partnership (which the Officer will have the responsibility of arranging, coordinating and chairing, including the production of agendas, minutes and actions). The catchment partnership officer will be expected to communicate the work of their catchment partnership networks externally at relevant forums, including the Thames Catchment Forum and strategic community events.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description. For more inforamtion and how to apply, please see the attached job description.
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Aerobility is a national charity that changes lives through flight. We believe that disability should never be a barrier to aviation, and we exist to enable disabled people to experience the freedom, confidence, and independence that flying can bring.
We are now seeking a Head of Fundraising and Relationships to lead and grow our income generation and supporter engagement at an exciting time in Aerobility’s development. This is a senior role with real scope to shape strategy, build meaningful relationships, and make a tangible impact on the charity’s future.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a sustainable fundraising strategy across multiple income streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, major donors, individual giving, and community fundraising. You will also play a key role in nurturing long-term relationships with supporters, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring they feel valued, informed, and connected to Aerobility’s mission.
This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery. You will work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and ambassadors to tell Aerobility’s story with clarity and passion, translating impact into compelling cases for support. You will also contribute to the wider leadership of the charity, bringing ideas, insight, and collaboration to help Aerobility continue to grow safely and sustainably.
We are looking for someone who is an experienced fundraiser and relationship builder, confident working at a senior level, and motivated by purpose-led work. You will be proactive, organised, and comfortable balancing long-term planning with day-to-day activity. Most importantly, you will share our belief in inclusion, opportunity, and the power of aviation to change lives.
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a small, dedicated team and play a pivotal role in securing Aerobility’s future while helping disabled people take flight.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Regional Fundraising & Partnership Officer (South East) will play a key role in growing income and building long-term supporter relationships.
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising and working closely with colleagues across fundraising, communications and support services, you will develop relationships with regional corporates, trusts and community groups. You’ll deliver local fundraising campaigns, appeals and events, grow regional membership and supporter engagement, and share compelling stories of impact that inspire sustained support.
This is an autonomous, externally facing role, suited to someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities, aligning fundraising activity with real-world service delivery and research impact and working remotely.
About you
You will bring proven experience in fundraising – whether community, corporate or trusts alongside strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills. You’ll be confident writing compelling proposals and supporter communications, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and motivated by making a tangible difference through locally driven fundraising.
The Regional Fundraising and Partnership Officer (South East) will be home-based with occasional travel to our head office in Ashford, Kent. The charity are a flexible employer and happy to discuss how they might match your work preferences with the needs of the charity. This role may involve some occasional evening or weekend working.
Salary: £35,622 (rising to £36,035 after probation)
Key responsibilities
- Build and develop relationships with regional corporates, trusts, community groups and supporters across South East
- Deliver regional fundraising campaigns, appeals and community fundraising activity aligned with organisational priorities
- Identify, develop and steward regional partnerships, supporting supporters to move from initial engagement to long-term commitment
- Research and pursue regional trust and grant opportunities and support project-based fundraising initiatives
- Grow regional membership and supporter engagement, promoting deeper involvement with the charity
- Share compelling local impact stories and case studies to inspire giving and long-term support
- Work closely with fundraising, communications and service delivery colleagues to ensure fundraising activity reflects real-world impact
- Provide insight and feedback from regional supporters to inform wider fundraising and engagement strategy
Ideal experience
- Proven experience in fundraising, such as community, corporate, trusts or individual giving
- Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
- Experience of developing and delivering fundraising campaigns, events or appeals
- Confidence in writing compelling proposals, cases for support and supporter communications
- Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities and deliver results across a defined region
- Strong organisational and communication skills, with a collaborative and proactive approach
Employee benefits
The charity offers a supportive and flexible working environment, including:
- 25 days’ annual leave rising to 28 days, plus public holidays
- Up to 5% contributory pension
- Healthcare cover and Employee Assistance Programme
- Funded learning and development opportunities
- Home-based working with flexibility and regional travel
- An inclusive, mission-driven culture
Please apply ASAP. Applications will be assessed primarily on the basis of your CV, so please ensure alignment with the person specification. If you wish to include additional information or details not already on your CV, please add notes to the cover letter section. A formal cover letter is not required at this stage - full support will be provided for this.
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Finance Administration and Operations Officer
Duration: 3‑Month Temporary role
Pay: £16.83 per hour plus £2.03 per hour holiday pay (equivalent to £31,500 per annum FTE)
Location: Fully remote, with one in‑person meeting per month
Hours: 36.25 hours per week (Core hours: 10:00–16:00)
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with an international transparency and accountability organisation to recruit for their next Finance Administrator and Operations Officer.
About the Charity
This organisation works to reduce poverty and improve infrastructure governance worldwide. They partner with governments, civil society and global institutions to promote transparency, accountability and better public outcomes. You will also support work delivered through an associated international initiative operating across 21 countries, focused on integrity and openness in infrastructure projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys varied operational responsibilities and wants to support meaningful global work.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Administration
- Process invoices using Xero and support payments to suppliers and partners.
- Prepare sales invoices and review consultant invoices and timesheets.
- Review financial reports from grant‑funded partners and support internal financial audits.
Meetings & Events
- Organise UK and international meetings and workshops, including travel, accommodation, catering and logistics.
- Manage registrations, circulate documents and provide on‑the‑day support.
- Provide secretarial support to the Board, including scheduling, circulating papers and drafting minutes.
- Update governance documentation, including Companies House filings.
Contract & Consultant Coordination
- Support recruitment and onboarding of consultants and advisors.
- Prepare draft consultancy contracts and monitor timesheets against allocated days.
Operational & HR Support
- Coordinate internal communications, diaries, meeting spaces and office calendars.
- Liaise with ICT providers and support day‑to‑day IT queries.
- Assist with recruitment administration, personnel files and HR records.
- Support insurance renewals and operational policy development.
- Provide general organisational planning and administrative support.
About you…You will have
- 2–3 years’ experience in operations, administration or programme support.
- Experience with financial or contracting processes.
- Strong event coordination and project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills and high attention to detail.
- Strong ICT skills, especially Excel.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing tasks within deadlines.
- Motivated, organised and committed to the organisation’s mission and values.
How to Apply
The application process is a CV. We are looking for immediately available candidates. Please apply without delay.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Programme Coordinator
We are seeking a Programme Coordinator to support high-impact projects that enable finance play a meaningful role in building a fairer, greener and more resilient economy.
Salary: £34,000–£43,000pa DOE
Location: Central London (hybrid: 60% office / 40% home)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 12 month fixed term
Closing date: 28th February 2026
Interviews: 1st Interviews to be held 11-17th March and 2nd interview Week commencing 23rd March
Start date: April 2026 or as soon as available
About the Role
As Programme Coordinator, you will play a key role in delivering the Impact Investing Organisation’s innovative programmes, helping to create practical solutions that enable private capital to address major societal challenges. Working with colleagues across the organisation and a wide range of external partners, you’ll support activities spanning research, stakeholder engagement, project coordination and thought leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and coordinating meetings, workshops, roundtables and events, including logistics, materials, agendas and follow up.
- Supporting and developing relationships with stakeholders across financial services, government, business and civil society.
- Contributing ideas and supporting constructive discussions during engagements.
- Assisting communications and engagement activity, including social media, campaigns and sector advocacy.
- Producing clear and well structured written materials such as briefings, presentations, articles and fundraising proposals.
- Conducting desk research and supporting stakeholder engagement to inform research and programme design.
- Tracking project deliverables, risks, milestones and KPIs, helping to ensure effective and timely delivery.
- Supporting internal processes, systems improvements and team wide initiatives.
About You
We are looking for someone who brings curiosity, strong communication skills and a proactive, collaborative approach. You will have experience contributing to projects and working with stakeholders, as well as producing high quality written materials for varied audiences. You will be comfortable managing multiple tasks, adaptable to changing priorities and confident taking initiative with the right support.
Digital literacy (e.g. Microsoft 365), strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to the belief that finance can drive positive social impact are essential.
Experience in investment, financial services, social impact, policy or related fields is welcome but not required.
About the Organisation
This Impact Investing Organisation is an independent non profit dedicated to transforming capital markets so they support a fairer, greener and more resilient future. Through our Challenge Labs, field building initiatives, research, training and policy engagement, we work with financial institutions, businesses, government, regulators and civil society to drive systemic change. As a small, mission driven team, we are collaborative, ambitious and independent in our approach. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applicants from under represented backgrounds and encourage flexible working.
Other roles you may have experience of could include:
Project Coordinator, Programme Officer, Policy Assistant, Research Officer, Engagement Coordinator, Events Coordinator, Impact Officer, Social Investment Assistant, Programme Support Officer, Project Officer. Analyst. #INDNFP
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in applications
We recognise that AI tools are part of many people’s working lives and may be used in preparing applications. That said, applications are assessed on the basis of your personal experience, judgement and examples. We score for specificity and authenticity; responses that appear generic or indistinguishable from standard AI-generated content will be scored lower.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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You will provide day-to-day administrative support to the Managing Director (MD); editing and disseminating organisational materials for internal and external audiences; support preparation of Board of Trustee and Executive Team reports and meetings, and minute meetings; represent Afghanaid in coordination meetings. You will be required to work closely and effectively with all other departments of Afghanaid to achieve unity of purpose, results and optimal use of organisational resources.
Main Duties
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Coordinate the MD’s daily diary, screen email, draft correspondence and prepare documents for meetings and professional appointments.
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Provide preparatory materials and coordinate the MD’s external representation and fundraising engagements, draft talking points and speeches, visual presentation and workshop materials.
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Coordinate and support drafting of internal quarterly reports and other Executive Team reports, as well as the external Annual Report, and ensure appropriate distribution; edit other organisational strategic and operational documents as required.
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Minute Board of Trustee, Executive and other internal meetings attended by the MD.
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Research and write internal and external briefs and reports to be used in national and international level communications.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for managing requests from various departments to the Managing Director, ensuring efficient communication and follow-through on tasks.
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Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to schedule and organise meetings for the MD.
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Organise MD’s travel, trustees’ visits, annual retreat and other events as requested.
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Represent Afghanaid in advocacy and influencing forums and meetings.
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Assist the MD in monitoring performance indicators against strategic and operational plans.
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Support the communications focal point in the Kabul office, including taking photos and collecting case studies.
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Perform other relevant duties as assigned and approved by the MD.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Essential
Education:
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Master’s degree in relevant research-based discipline (Development, Anthropology, Policy and Research, International Relations or similar subjects) or an undergraduate degree with relevant experience.
Experience:
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Writing high quality policy and communications documents for public use
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Practical experience in a similar role
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Working with high levels of autonomy
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Voluntary or work experience within international development or charity sector
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Managing relationships with a variety of different stakeholders
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Coordinating research projects
Skills:
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Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), and familiarity with relevant AI tools
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Excellent written and spoken English (to native standard)
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Strong conceptual and analytical skills
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Integrity, honesty, transparency and a firm commitment to professional standards of confidentiality
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Sense of humour, initiative and self-motivation, excellent teamwork and communications skills, ability to work collaboratively with others
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Sensitivity to Islamic culture and respect of Afghan customs and traditions, able to live and work in a diverse environment
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Outstanding organisational skills, able to communicate and collaboratively manage competing priorities
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Drive to achieve results and get things done
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Ability to deal with difficult, challenging work situations and remain calm under pressure
Desirable
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Experience living, travelling or working in isolated and conflict locations/countries
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Firsthand understanding of the operating environment of humanitarian and development work in Afghanistan (or a similar context)
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Basic fluency in Dari or Pashto
Other Information
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff are passionate about and proud of Afghanaid’s work. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
This position is based in Afghanaid’s head office in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Due to security considerations, this is an unaccompanied post. International employees are entitled to 22 annual leave days, 25 rest and relaxation days, 5 travel days and 13 public holidays per year. Afghanaid also provides a generous travel allowance for international staff to take R&R out of the country.
Our remuneration and benefits package is competitive with other similar organisations.
You will be given a private room in the staff house where all Kabul-based international hired staff members live.
This position presents an excellent opportunity for someone who has the ambition and determination to gain a foothold in the international humanitarian relief and development sector and move up in their career.
Working with communities in Afghanistan to find long-lasting solutions and provide life-saving support to those in crisis.