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Role: Director of Fundraising and Communications
Location:Home-based, with regular attendance (2-3 times per month) of meetings in London.
Salary:£70,000
Type: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week) or flexible to at least 0.8 FTE
Responsible to:CEO
Responsible for:Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital (and team); Fundraising Managers x 2; Fundraising Assistant
Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, 28 days of annual leave (FTE pro rata for part-time) + 1 day for your birthday, pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
About the role
Every five minutes, someone, somewhere in the world is told that they have MS. There are currently 2.9 million people in the world living with MS. When you’re diagnosed with MS, in just seconds, the future that you saw for yourself and your loved ones has been shattered. A diagnosis often comes at a time when you’re in the prime of your life, when you should be planning your future, not facing a lifetime of uncertainty. Knowing you have MS can feel incredibly isolating and lonely.
Overcoming MS is here to provide hope: through lifestyle changes, backed by scientific research, a full and healthy life with MS is possible. Could you be the person that helps us get this message of hope through to thousands of people diagnosed each year, their families and friends, and to potential funders?
This role is an essential leadership role in Overcoming MS, working as a key member of a small Senior Leadership Team, in partnership with the Chief Executive and Director of Services. The Director of Fundraising & Communications is responsible for driving income generation, strengthening the charity’s profile, and embedding marketing and digital excellence across all areas of work.
Job summary:
You will set both strategic direction and deliver hands-on activity, overseeing all fundraising streams, communications, digital platforms, and supporter engagement. You will develop integrated strategies that maximise limited resources, grow sustainable income, amplify our impact and ensure the charity communicates with clarity, consistency, and purpose.
You will lead a small team of fundraisers, marketeers and communicators to deliver to our current organisational plans, whilst developing longer term plans to extend our reach and our income base. You will work proactively and independently to build relationships, develop innovative campaigns and provide the support that enables our service delivery to function.
You will be expected to provide a high standard and quality of impact across a range of activities and projects, being fully aware of and upholding the charity’s values, and taking responsibility for modelling these to others across the organisation and to the wider community.
Key responsibilities:
1. Strategic & organisational leadership
- Lead the development and delivery of an integrated fundraising, communications, and digital strategy aligned with the charity’s mission and growth ambitions.
- Provide senior leadership input into organisational planning, impact reporting, and strategic development.
- Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and performance monitoring.
- Foster a collaborative, values-driven culture and support wider organisational priorities.
2. Fundraising leadership
· Drive sustainable income growth across key fundraising streams:
o Individual giving and regular giving
o Major donors
o Trusts and Foundations
o Corporate partnerships and sponsorships
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- Community and challenge events
- Personally manage selected high-value supporters and partnerships.
- Develop compelling cases for support, pitches, and fundraising campaigns.
- Ensure excellent donor journeys and stewardship, supported by effective digital and CRM systems.
- Maintain compliance with fundraising best practice and regulations.
3. Communications, brand & digital
· Transform our approach to raising awareness – both of the connection between healthy lifestyle and MS, as well as Overcoming MS itself – ensuring we reach people with MS and their families at the earliest point of a diagnosis.
- Lead Overcoming MS’s communication strategy to significantly grow visibility, engagement and trust, with everyone affected by MS, the Overcoming MS community, donors and fundraisers, and other key stakeholders.
- Ensure digital and communication tools, channels, systems and platforms underpin and are able to maximise opportunities for all fundraising, communications, and operational activity.
- Use communication and marketing techniques to amplify the impact of our services and increase our reach, ensuring maximum take up.
- Oversee the charity’s website, ensuring strong user experience, accessibility, SEO performance, and conversion optimisation.
- Oversee production of high-quality, tailored content for digital, print, and social channels.
- Oversee digital supporter acquisition and retention: paid ads, email marketing, marketing automation, and analytics.
5. Campaigns & public engagement
- Lead fundraising, awareness and media campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
- Use data, insights, and analytics to optimise campaign performance and supporter engagement.
6. Other
- Provide regular performance reports to the CEO and Board, including financial updates, campaign metrics, and risk management.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulation, data protection, accessible communications and digital governance, ensuring all our activities are compliant.
- Ensure that all activities uphold the charity’s values, safeguarding practices, and ethical commitments.
- Represent the charity externally at events, conferences, and partner meetings.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential experience
- Senior leadership experience within a charity or non-profit organisation, ideally in a small team or resource-limited environment.
- Proven track record of generating income across multiple fundraising streams.
- Experience leading digital, communications, and/or marketing functions.
- Demonstrable experience of measurable impact within a small organisation, through increasing income generation or significant reach.
- Demonstrable experience of content creation, audience engagement and strong message creation.
- Experience of delivering integrated campaigns, including overseeing media and digital engagement, with demonstrable outcomes.
- Experience managing donor relationships, funder reporting, and high-quality proposals.
- Budget management and strategic planning experience.
- Significant experience of managing external providers, agencies, suppliers and partners, managing relationships to achieve better terms, service or outcomes, overcoming difficulties or retendering where required.
Essential skills & competencies
- Strong digital skills: CRM systems, website CMS, email marketing tools, social media management, analytics, and digital fundraising techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling stories and proposals.
- Relationship-building ability with donors, partners, media, supporters, and stakeholders.
- Creative and data-driven approach to engagement, marketing, and income generation.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of fundraising, communications, GDPR, safeguarding, accessibility and other standards.
- Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery.
- Strong organisational, planning, and project-management skills.
Personal attributes
- Passion for the work that Overcoming MS does and the communities we serve.
- Highly adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, small-team environment.
- Understanding of an organisation with a dispersed, remote team across a wide geography.
- Collaborative, supportive, and able to inspire confidence internally and externally.
- Proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to ethical fundraising and responsible communications.
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English and ability to communicate effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Fully committed to Overcoming MS’s values
Desirable
- Experience with a charity from the health sector or an understanding of multiple sclerosis or other neurological conditions.
We're here for everyone with MS who wants to take control of their health and wellbeing.

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IT Product Lead
We are looking for an experienced and innovative Product Lead to join the IT team specialising in the implementation and development of the Witness Service case management system, WitnessBox 2.0.
This role is home-based within England or Wales.
Position: 6484 IT Product Lead- Witness Box
Location: Remote
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9-5
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £42,521 per annum
Closing Date: 31st December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.
About the Role
As the Witness Box Product Lead, you will provide leadership and management for the development and operational functionality of the Witness Service case management system, WitnessBox 2.0.
You will be responsible for driving the advancement of the WitnessBox user specification, ensuring it is developed in collaboration with colleagues, the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), and other stakeholders. This includes managing the change control process, overseeing audits, monitoring system performance, and leading improvements.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the WitnessBox change control process and ensuring compliance.
- Leading the development and continual improvement of WitnessBox policies and procedures.
- Overseeing testing strategies and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Maintaining training resources and induction plans.
- Engaging stakeholders and converting requirements into business needs.
- Undertaking data analysis and reporting to inform system enhancements.
About You
You will have a proven track record in product leadership, with experience in managing digital products or services through various development phases. You will be confident in applying Agile methodologies, translating business needs into deliverables, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.
You will need:
- Experience in product or programme leadership to achieve strategic objectives.
- Strong knowledge of Agile, Lean, or user-focused methodologies.
- Ability to manage product delivery across different phases of development.
- Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Competent IT skills and familiarity with digital product management principles.
Benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Organisation
This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events.
As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
You may have experience in areas such as Product Lead, IT Product Lead, Digital Product Lead, Product Officer, IT Product Officer, Digital Product Officer, Product Manager, IT Product Manager, Digital Product Manager. #INDNFP
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
We’re looking for a new Senior Development Coach to join us for this national role, with an initial focus on the north of England, and some travel across the UK to support centres as needed.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your extensive coaching experience to invest in newer coaches and support new Spear Centres as we grow nationally, as well as work directly with 16–24-year-olds, equipping them with the confidence, mindset and skills they need to move into sustainable employment.
For more details, please see the Application pack.
With young people, with organisations, for society.



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Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for an exceptional Director of Fundraising and Communication who will lead our fundraising and communications with vision and purpose, helping us grow our reach, deepen our impact and amplify our voice. You’ll be joining a people-centred, mission-driven team, united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference. At a time when vulnerable young people face increasing challenges, our work has never been more urgent. If you’re motivated by impact and driven by purpose, this is a good opportunity to contribute to lasting change.
You will be stepping into a well-established and highly effective organisation, but one that remains energised by innovation and continuous improvement. We actively welcome fresh thinking and new approaches that help us evolve and enhance our work.
What will you do?
This is a pivotal moment to join JET as we build on fourteen years of impact and enter a new chapter in our journey. We have ambitious plans to expand our reach and influence, and we’re seeking someone who can help us strengthen our funding base and sharpen our message.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead and develop our fundraising team, shaping a cross-stream strategy and an integrated communications plan. You’ll be responsible for setting the strategic direction for fundraising, communications and events across the organisation. By doing so you will raise JET’s national profile, grow our supporter base and significantly increase income to support programme expansion.
You’ll bring strong experience across multiple fundraising streams, with a proven track record of securing significant multi-year funding and building lasting relationships with funders—both individuals and organisations. Alongside leading our fundraising efforts, you’ll take ownership of our brand, ensuring clarity and consistency in our messaging, helping partners tell our story, and securing positive media coverage.
You’ll lead the development of campaigns, fundraising and marketing activities, and digital engagement that not only enhance our national profile but also drive supporter engagement and income growth.
This is a home-based role, with travel required to and within the regions where we operate, including attendance at key events.
About you
You will provide strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and events. Your work will be closely aligned with JET’s five-year strategy, enabling continued growth in funding and programme delivery.
You’ll bring a wealth of experience in leading fundraising and communications at a strategic level, with a strong understanding of the sector and a track record of securing and sustaining major gifts and partnerships. You’ll be adept at managing integrated campaigns across multiple channels and growing income through sustainable funding models.
Your leadership style will be collaborative and empowering, with the ability to build high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability and innovation. You’ll be a confident communicator, able to inspire and influence, with excellent relationship-building skills and a strategic mindset.
Above all, you’ll be passionate about JET’s mission to empower young people facing adversity. You’ll be a credible ambassador, committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference.
Across the JET team we cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better outcomes for our young people. We welcome applicants whatever your background and whatever your stage in life, so if you are returning to the workforce after a period away, or even seeking a change of pace, please get in touch.
About the Jon Egging Trust (JET)
At JET, we support vulnerable young people to get back on track and realise their potential; more than 45,000 young people right across the UK to date, and there’s so much more we can do. We’re an organisation that really values its people and we’re immensely proud that our team culture is based on caring and raising each other up.
Our benefits package includes:
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Flexible working
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Enhanced annual leave
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Homeworking allowance
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Occupational pension scheme
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Occupational sickness scheme
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Special paid leave provision
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Enhanced family leave
Download the Candidate Information Pack
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Child and adult at risk protection policy statement
The Jon Egging Trust is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for everyone involved in its services and activities. The Trust takes its extended moral and legal duty of care very seriously in relation to children, young people, staff and volunteers. We seek to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and to protect them from harm or abuse when they engage in any of our activities. JET expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.
To apply
Please complete our online application form.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The advert will close on Friday 16 January 2026 at [23:30] but may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found, so we encourage early applications.
Provisional Interview Process
Stage 1
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First interview: Online interview
Stage 2
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Online Workshop and fireside chat
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Face-to-face interview with presentation in London
Questions?
Contact us through our website.
Please note:
Due to our anonymised recruitment process, if your application is not shortlisted, we are unable to provide personalised feedback.
To become an employee at JET, you must be able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check – enhanced with children's barred is required for this role.
As part of our recruitment process, we want to make clear that we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Please note that the interview process outlined above is provisional and may be subject to change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Company Description
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Job Description
Join Us in Making a Difference at Marie Curie
As a Community Fundraiser, you’ll be at the heart of building and championing our volunteer community. You will work closely with local fundraising and volunteering groups, inspiring them to create meaningful activities that raise vital funds for Marie Curie. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Region, you’ll collaborate with passionate fundraising colleagues to grow and energise our volunteer network—helping new and existing volunteers feel empowered, supported, and excited to make a difference in their communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Grow, recruit and support volunteering and fundraising groups, building trusted relationships and nurturing an engaged, motivated volunteer community.
- Lead local delivery of flagship campaigns, including The Great Daffodil Appeal, working alongside volunteers to maximise reach and impact.
- Champion volunteering in your area, increasing community involvement through active outreach, events, and relationship-building.
- Collaborate across teams and with external partners, ensuring volunteers have what they need to thrive and succeed.
- Maintain accurate records and uphold excellent fundraising practice, safeguarding volunteers and supporters.
- Use social media and local communication channels to celebrate volunteer achievements and inspire new supporters to get involved.
What You’ll Need
- Proven experience working with volunteers including recruitment, engagement, and ongoing support.
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire confidence in individuals and groups.
- Strong organisational skills, including planning, prioritising and managing budgets.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using databases or CRM systems.
- A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the region, including some evenings and weekends.
Please see the full job description .
Application Process
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. Please cite your preferred location.
Close date for applications: Sunday 4th January 2026 (due to the festive period we aim to shortlist candidates w/c 5th January 2026.)
Salary: £27,450 - £30,500
Contract: Full time hours (35 hours per week)
Based: Hybrid role, 3 days in Bradford Hospice
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to
Additional Information
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Permanent | Remote | Hybrid working is available in Newquay, Cornwall (HQ), Manchester or Bristol
£30,000 (per annum, 4 days per week)
Are you a corporate fundraiser with a passion for blue health and working with sustainable brands? You can transform the lives of thousands of children across the UK through our pioneering Surf Therapy programme, while working with exciting, values-led partners such as Saltrock, dryrobe® and Finisterre. As a member of 1% for the Planet, we collaborate through sustainable, creative partnerships that deliver real impact and support children's mental health.
In 2026 The Wave Project celebrates 15 years and our ambitious fundraising strategy underpins our growth across 17 locations in the UK. This key role offers the opportunity for innovative national partnership management, unlocking significant potential, helping to shape the future of our corporate income strategy.
Your week might include:
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Managing national corporate partnerships with value led brands
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Pitching to inspire corporate partners and their employees
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Crafting stewardship plans for a range of b-corps and national businesses
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Developing sponsorship proposals for events like our Surfarthons or Santa Surfs
- Representing The Wave Project at high-profile events such as the Blue Earth Summit or Royal Cornwall Show
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Supporting Project Coordinators across the UK with local corporate pitches and partnerships
No two days are the same—and that’s part of the joy of working with us. We offer trust-based, flexible working, and all non-delivery staff are encouraged to participate in a six-week surf therapy programme (during work hours) to truly connect with our mission.
For more information, please read the Corporate Fundraiser Recruitment Pack on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
This is a unique opportunity for an astute, super-efficient, fast learner to join the first international climate campaign organisation focused on the steel sector, one of the largest and least-challenged drivers of climate change. In this role, you will provide critical executive administrative support to our Executive Director and leadership team in a fast-moving and developing organisation, bringing invaluable organisational expertise that we need to thrive. There will be plenty of opportunity to develop your own skills and responsibilities as SteelWatch evolves. You will join an international team across countries that are nimble, collaborative, and hugely ambitious in the task of influencing the steel sector, which drives 7% of annual greenhouse gas emissions.
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
SteelWatch is an international non-profit civil society organisation established in June 2023, driving corporate accountability in the steel sector and urgent climate action. Our vision is a steel sector that underpins a thriving zero-emissions economy. We are still in 'start-up' mode, actively campaigning while developing our team and systems. We are small but growing, seeking to hold the huge steel industry to account for its impacts and drive urgency into a sector that is, so far, slow to change. The team is spread across countries and timezones, working closely collaboratively and remotely.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing critical, executive administrative support to enable the Executive Director and SteelWatch Leadership team to operate effectively. The Executive Assistant will be a vital team member, ensuring smooth operations across executive functions and key organisational processes. We are looking for a candidate with curiosity and the capacity to adapt as SteelWatch continues to evolve. The Executive Assistant reports to the Operations Director and works closely with the Executive Director on day-to-day priorities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The role is focused on supporting the Executive Director and SteelWatch Leadership team on a number of tasks, not limited to:
Executive Support
- Stay up to date on ED priorities and tasks. Manage diaries, schedule appointments, set up meetings accordingly, adapting to priorities.
- Organise and book travel arrangements according to diary needs, ED needs, and internal policies.
- Arrange and prepare for meetings with external partners, allies, industry experts, donors and industry meetings, handling logistics (timing, location, travel, virtual arrangements) and ensuring advanced preparation where needed.
- Draft supporting materials (e.g., presentations) and assist with minute-taking, ensuring team input.
- Track and manage written communication with key external contacts, including funder updates.
- While managing immediate diary priorities, stay one step ahead on the medium and long-term diary, to flag to ED, others in LT or in the staff team where advanced action or decisions are needed.
Governance and Operational Activities
- Manage ongoing engagement with the Supervisory Board by ensuring clear agendas, logistical support in organising these meetings, plus minute taking, sign-off and circulation.
- Manage the logistics for the annual staff retreat and other face to face meetings
- Coordinate weekly team meetings as directed by the Executive Director.
- Assist with key organisational processes and tasks, collaborating closely with the Operations Lead and team members on document management, process improvements, new staff recruitment, and onboarding processes.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience of executive support and a proactive, creative and tactful approach to making logistics and relationships run smoothly in a busy, evolving, international organisation, and must be happy working in a fully remote environment.
They will be detail-oriented and fussy about accuracy while comfortable operating in a context where systems are improving.
They will be able to navigate ambiguity, drive action forward in a fluid context, and enjoy doing so. Additionally, they will have enthusiasm for a start-up culture, demonstrating a willingness to lean into each other's roles and support team members as needed. They will have the highest professional standards and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Essential skills and experiences
- At least 3-5 years' experience (and possibly much more) and a proven track record as a proactive and problem solving assistant, supporting an Executive Director with calendar management and other administrative challenges.
- Strong belief in the organisation's mission.
- Tech savvy and able to work highly effectively using collaboration tech tools, including Google products (Google Docs, Google Drive, Google sheets, etc.) and other tools (Slack, Zoom, etc).
- Strong organisational and logistical skills with enthusiasm for supporting smooth operations across the leadership team and wider organisation.
- Proven track record as a team player, able to work well with colleagues across cultures and geographies, creating respectful collaborative relationships and efficient teamwork.
- Comfortable in a fully-remote working environment, and able to adapt to the team working practices and team building of an online environment.
- Comfortable working with fluidity and the flexibility of a start-up organisation, able to work independently and adapt to team priorities, committed to investing in strengthening the organisation.
- Willingness to lean into building system improvements and adapting to the pace and urgency of changing priorities.
- Strong oral and written communication.
- Willingness and ability to work across time zones, collaborate with diverse teams, and accommodate some early start times to work with colleagues in Asia.
- Ability to travel once per year internationally, potentially twice a year in Europe, and to meet irregularly with the UK-based ED and/or Netherlands and Belgium-based Operations team in person.
Desirable
- Prior experience in a non-governmental organisation (NGO) setting is preferred.
- Experience in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide variety of audiences from analysts to communication experts and campaigners.
- Proven strong organisational skills to coordinate multiple inputs and manage different deadlines, working on immediate tasks as well as longer pieces of work.
- Demonstrated ability to think both strategically and creatively.
- Desire and ability to take initiative and to learn as you go.
- Enthusiasm to work with colleagues who bring different skills and expertise, and many of whom are on a learning curve about steel.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location/remote working
- The position is fully remote with some occasional face-to-face time with colleagues, particularly the Executive Director and Operations Director.
- The UK is the preferred location due to ease of travel and contracting, but we will also consider exceptional applicants located in Belgium and the Netherlands.
- The successful applicant must be based in a time zone within one hour of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
- Being within a four-hour train journey of London is strongly preferred to facilitate travel and in-person collaboration, though we will consider exceptional candidates outside this range.
- While we offer some flexibility for you to work away from home base, this will need to be coordinated with travel of other colleagues, may depend on timezone changes and/or be limited by legal contracting constraints.
- You must have the right to work in your location. You will be employed in that country. SteelWatch is unable to support any visa application process. Work environment/Travel
- Working hours are flexible, but to facilitate collaboration, the core coordination window is 08:00-17:00 GMT/BST, Monday-Friday and you should be reasonably accessible during this window for meetings and coordination purposes. Work may occasionally be required outside of this standard time frame to meet deliverables.
- You will have the flexibility to adjust your weekly schedule to balance out those hours and fit into other commitments.
- Occasional travel will be required to collaborate with the team, including:
- Annual full team retreat (once per year, may be in Asia, Europe or elsewhere) - essential.
- Additional travel for events and face-to-face time with the team as needed.
- Face-to-face time with other colleagues may not be frequent, but it is essential. If you are constrained in your ability or permissions to travel, please discuss this before investing in an application.
- We pride ourselves on building a collaborative team of different cultures and working styles. Team members embrace the flexibility and learning curve of a start-up, and adapt to supporting each other as priorities arise.
Terms
This role is full time, 5 days/week. The initial contract period will be up to 12 months with a possibility to renew, depending on country regulations. The type of contract will depend on the location.
The gross salary for this position, if based in the UK, is in the range of £33,423-£44,576, based on experience and qualifications. Salaries are adjusted by location.
Our leave policy, unless varied by national regulation, provides 34 days in total combining public holidays and paid leave in all countries, plus birthday leave and inspiration time.
Ethics
We are a values-based organisation. Every staff member and consultant is asked to sign our Ethics statement and help us as an organisation live up to our values.
Equal opportunities
We strive to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively welcome applications from candidates from historically underrepresented groups in the climate change movement. If you require any adaptation or assistance during the application process, please be sure to let us know so that we can adjust.
Our Mission is to turbo-charge the transformation to a decarbonised steel sector that enables the environment, communities and workers to thrive.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to join Belong’s Senior Leadership Team as Director of Programmes, a pivotal role at the heart of our mission. You will lead the design, delivery, and impact of Belong’s programmes across England and Wales, ensuring they are strategic, inclusive, and evidence-based. Working closely with the CEO and senior colleagues, you will shape programme strategy, oversee complex portfolios, and drive systemic change that strengthens social cohesion nationwide.
As Director of Programmes, you will:
- Lead strategic development and delivery of Belong’s place-based programmes, ensuring alignment with our mission and values.
- Oversee programme design, implementation, evaluation, and learning to guarantee quality and measurable impact.
- Line manage a talented team of Programme Leads and Coordinators, fostering a culture of collaboration and empowerment.
- Apply systems thinking to understand the interconnected nature of community, policy, and service ecosystems.
- Build and maintain high-level partnerships with funders, commissioners, local authorities, and community organisations.
- Represent Belong at national forums, events, and networks, championing our work and influence.
- Identify and pursue new opportunities for programme development and funding, supporting organisational growth.
This is a senior leadership position that combines strategic vision with hands-on delivery. You will play a key role in shaping Belong’s future and ensuring our programmes make a lasting difference to communities across the UK.
About You
We are seeking a visionary and experienced leader with:
- Proven experience in leading complex programme portfolios and delivering impactful initiatives.
- Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a track record of shaping programme strategy.
- Excellent leadership and line management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
- Experience managing diverse stakeholders, from senior decision-makers to community partners.
- Familiarity with systems change and participatory approaches.
- Understanding of social cohesion, integration, and related social policy issues.
- Strong communication and influencing skills, able to translate complex ideas into accessible messages.
- Highly organised, diplomatic, and politically astute, with experience in income generation and bid development.
Desirable: Experience in areas such as Prevent, PCVE, community tensions, hate crime, or tackling misinformation.
Personal qualities matter too: we’re looking for someone passionate about improving cohesion and integration in the UK, collaborative and inclusive in their leadership style, and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Why Join Us?
At Belong, you’ll be part of a dynamic, values-driven team united by a shared commitment to creating a more inclusive and connected society. We offer:
- 30 days’ annual leave
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)
- Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
Salary: £65,000–£70,000
Location: UK-wide (regular travel across England and Wales)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: 12 January 2026
About Belong
Belong – The Cohesion and Integration Network is the UK’s leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to building a more united and less divided society. We work with communities, local authorities, and national partners to strengthen trust, belonging, and resilience. Through innovative place-based programmes, research, policy influence, and thought leadership, we help create stronger, kinder, and more connected communities. Our growing membership spans local authorities, charities, civil society, and businesses, and we are proud to champion collaboration, diversity, and evidence-led approaches.
*Our office is based in Manchester and we offer hybrid working for those able to travel there. However, this role is open UK-wide and can be worked remotely, with regular travel across England and Wales required.*
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a Community Engagement Officer to provide vital administrative support to our policy & campaigns function and across the organisation, facilitating strong engagement with our community of dementia carers. The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for enquiries around our carer engagement projects, and will assist with the coordination and administration of policy and campaign activities. You'll be joining us at an exciting time as we build on our successes and continue to grow our reach and impact to make a difference for dementia carers.
What we do at Dementia Carers Count
We support, advocate and campaign for dementia carers so that no-one feels isolated, invisible or alone.
Key responsibilities of the role
- Be the first point of contact for enquiries, managing incoming phone calls and generic inboxes for policy and campaigns, ensuring that enquiries are escalated efficiently and calls transferred to appropriate DCC team members.
- Record carer details and interactions on the database.
- Support the recruitment and ongoing management of the dementia carer community, including working across DCC teams to facilitate the promotion and ongoing coordination of a range of engagement opportunities.
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and delivery of campaigns and community engagement activities.
- Support communication with and management of the Carers’ Advisory Panel, including scheduling meetings, maintaining attendance records, and facilitating communication among members.
- Provide support for carer engagement, as required, to other teams in DCC.
We are looking for the following experience:
- Managing incoming enquiries via phone and email, with the ability to efficiently triage and escalate as needed.
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Using databases to record and manage personal information
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Coordinating appointments, meetings, or events.
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Using email or community and campaigns engagement clients like MailChimp, Campaign Monitor or Engaging Networks.
Full job description and person specification can be found in our recruitment pack via our website.
This role is remote, with periodic days in London required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The postholders will work with the Area Engagement and Partnership Managers to identify, communicate and engage with the range of voluntary sector organisations working with individuals and their families within the CJS ensuring Clinks provides effective support to help voluntary organisations better meet their aims. To enable Clinks to share information about the sector with HMPPS and other stakeholders.
They will also work closely with the National Influencing and Networks Team.
It is essential for the postholder to be based within, and have strong knowledge of the geographical area they will be covering.
Please visit our websiter for more information about our area based work.
Please note: Clinks would welcome the opportunity to discuss potential secondments from locally or regionally based voluntary organisations.
About Clinks
Clinks supports, promotes and represents the voluntary sector working with people in the criminal justice system and their families.
Our vision is of a vibrant, independent and resilient voluntary sector that enables people to transform their lives.
Job purpose
To identify, communicate and engage with the range of voluntary sector organisations working with individuals and their families within the CJS across a geographical area ensuring Clinks provides effective support to help voluntary organisations better meet their aims. To enable Clinks to share information about the sector with HMPPS and other stakeholders
Job summary
These roles will increase awareness and understanding of the criminal justice voluntary sector operating within East of England and the South Central & South West. The post holder will undertake an initial analysis project to identify place-based voluntary sector organisations and the range of and types of services and support provided to people in contact with the criminal justice system and their families. They will identify place-based needs and lead on the collation and sharing of information across the Clinks team and with stakeholders, to highlight the challenges and opportunities. The post holder will need to build new, and nurture existing relationships, with key partners and a range of agencies across sectors.
The post will work within the Area Engagement & Partnerships Directorate and with other Clinks’ staff to identify new members and engagement opportunities, deliver events and training, and provide opportunities to support the capacity and capability needs of the voluntary sector, with a focus on place-based small and specialist organisations working in the CJS.
The post will deliver activity to meet funder requirements, aims and objectives.
Reports to: Area Engagement and Partnerships Manager
Responsible for: N/A
1. Duties and key responsibilities
Area Engagement and Impact
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Identify and increase awareness of voluntary sector organisations based in the East of England and the South Central & South West, the range of and types of services and support provided to people in contact with the criminal justice system and their families, where they deliver and how they are funded.
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Understand the work of local and regional voluntary sector infrastructure organisations in a the East of England or South Central /South West to strengthen the support offered by Clinks and increase partnership working and collaboration.
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Work alongside the National Influencing & Networks team to use this intelligence to influence key decision making at a local and national level.
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Gather intelligence from the sector to identify and understand the needs of place-based organisations and share feedback with HMPPS and other key stakeholders to develop operational processes and influence future commissioning opportunities.
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Provide support to voluntary sector organisations, keeping the sector informed and up to date and capturing the support provided and its impact.
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Respond to requests from voluntary sector organisations in need of support and signpost or consider what assistance Clinks (and others) can provide.
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Work alongside the Area Insights and Impact Officer to capture the needs of the sector and influence and inform future activity.
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Provide regular area specific communications to organisations utilising Clinks communication channels to share good practice, resources and publications.
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Produce regular blogs, case studies and social media activity to showcase the work of place-based voluntary sector organisations.
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Develop and build upon existing place-based networks to support collaboration and co-ordination between the voluntary, statutory, and private sectors in the criminal justice system.
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Provide information to help statutory partners and key stakeholders to understand the voluntary sector, its structures and how to work with it.
External Relationships
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Identify and explore opportunities to develop relationships with area-specific agencies working within criminal justice including Probation, Prisons and local statutory agencies to increase knowledge of locally based voluntary sector services and establish, and embed Clinks’ support
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Provide representation at various meetings, both internally and externally with partners and stakeholders.
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Work collaboratively to ensure effective information flow across directorates and to and from the sector and stakeholders
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Develop relationships with regional and local infrastructure organisations to widen Clinks reach and identify joint working opportunities.
2. General responsibilities
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Represent and be an ambassador for Clinks
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Work to support the mission, ethos, and values of Clinks
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Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop, or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the position
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Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace
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Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work
This job description does not form part of your contract of employment and can be amended from time to time as the needs of the organisation require.
Person specification
Experience, Skills and Abilities
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Significant experience of working or volunteering in the voluntary sector in the East of England
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Relationship building and management with a range of stakeholders and networks.
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Good attention to detail and ability to maintain effective records, utilising a range of different methods.
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Ability to think strategically about the voluntary criminal justice sector, and to analyse and respond to change.
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Ability to prioritise, multi-task and work under pressure, juggling a busy and varied workload.
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Excellent IT and digital skills, including use of Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams and Zoom.
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Adaptability and flexibility in being able to deal with new situations quickly and efficiently.
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Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken, and ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, at all levels of seniority.
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Convening meetings, arranging and chairing events both in-person and online.
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Ability to support and coordinate a complex network of organisations including representing diverse views, and promoting their work and issues.
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A collaborative approach to working with colleagues but also able to work alone.
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Highly organised with good project and time management skills.
Knowledge
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Role of the voluntary sector in addressing social exclusion.
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The criminal justice context and related policy.
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Understanding the role of national and local infrastructure organisations
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An understanding of East of England geographical area
Personal attributes and other requirements
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Able to travel extensively across the East of England with occasional travel across England and Wales.
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Able to work evenings and weekends and stay away from home overnight where necessary.
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Work well as part of a small team and independently, with a flexible approach to work.
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Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities. An ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.
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Commitment to the values and ethos of supporting people in the criminal justice system.
Help us to grow our Environmental Education Charity’s impact and income by fundraising, allowing us to deliver our mission to create outstanding opportunities that inspire everyone to engage with and care for the environment.
- The base location for this position is negotiable, with full remote working / home working a possibility.
- It’s a permanent full-time contract working an average 37.5 hours per week.
- Circa £30,197 per annum + excellent benefits – including 28 days leave + bank holidays, life assurance 5 x your salary, Health and Wellbeing Support and much more! See the full list below.
Love where you work!
We are a national charity established in 1943 to promote a better understanding of the natural world.
Our aim today is unchanged – to create a world where everyone feels connected to the environment so they can enjoy the benefits it gives and make choices that help protect it. We do this by offering a wide range of education courses and materials, so that everyone – and especially young people – can increase their knowledge, understanding and love for the natural world.
We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to achieve our goals, so, we provide great benefits* to reward and support you while you work with us.
What you’ll be doing
Your focus will be to grow our charity’s impact and revenue streams by fundraising for environmental education, benefitting people and nature by securing funds from supporters, trusts/foundations, and businesses.
This will include building relationships with potential legators, inspiring supporters to maintain their commitment, eventually leaving the Field Studies Council a gift in their Will as well as turning strategic and operational priorities into practical funding bids.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Researching and identifying potential trusts/foundations/businesses as suitable external funders for designated target projects
- Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to draft fundraising bids, developing persuasive proposals and collating appropriate supporting documentation.
- Proactively develop positive, long-term relationships that grow Field Studies Council’s pipeline of prospects
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge and understanding of relevant governmental, sector and business opportunities to identify potential funding opportunities
- Fundraising administration including gift processing, donor thanking and stewardship
- Supporting at events and funding meetings, as required
Please refer to the vacancy pack for the full responsibilities of the position.
Where you’ll be based
The base location for this position is negotiable, with full remote working / home working a possibility. However, if you prefer working in office, we have Field Studies Centres throughout the country which you are also able to work from. We will also consider hybrid working options.
There may the occasional need to travel to meet with, colleagues, prospective funders and other stakeholders. We expect this to be limited, no more than once every 2-3 months.
Who we’re looking for
You will be passionate about our charity’s mission and understand the importance of Environmental Education.
It’s essential that you have experience working in a fundraising role or department. We need an experienced individual who is confident to write and submit successful fundraising bids to trusts, foundations and businesses.
You will also have experience creating and managing successful supporter journeys to optimise our donations, particularly legators.
As a natural at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, you will be able to tell compelling stories to encourage individuals and organisations to support our aim to connect people to nature.
If this inspires you, we would love to hear from you.We look forward to your application.
* Your benefits whilst working with us will include:
- Competitive salary
- 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
- Extra loyalty days dependent on length of service
- Health and Wellbeing Support App which provides access for you and eligible family members to remote GP appointments, mental health consultations, physiotherapy and second medical opinions
- 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
- Life assurance 5 x your annual basic salary
- Cycle to work and EV schemes
- Discounts and cashback opportunities
- Flexible working options where roles permit
- Quality learning and development opportunities
The closing date for receipt of your completed application is 4 January 2026.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we’re in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the close date and interviews will be arranged accordingly
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced content creator? Do you have excellent editing skills? Can you spot a good story and create engaging narratives for editorial? Are you familiar with publications processes?
We are seeking a Communications and Content Editor to support our communications output across multiple channels, including production of the SLA’s flagship publication, The School Librarian. This new role will be pivotal to elevating our publication, and supporting strong narratives across our communications.This is a hands on role, with an opportunity to help shape our communications and TSL as we approach the SLA’s ninetieth year in 2027.
You will be an experienced editor and content creator. Creative and with a strong eye for detail, you will be confident in overseeing the publications process, alongside copy-editing, proofing and commissioning content and associated administration. You will enjoy opportunities to apply your creative skills to creating interesting and engaging content to support our outputs. As we develop new ways of working, your insight and ideas will help support new activity. You will be comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders and happy to get stuck in as needed. Areas of work include managing production of The School Librarian journal which publishes three times per year, developing a strong understanding of the TSL audience, its circulation and readership figures to inform content development and identify opportunities to attract new subscribers. You will also contribute to digital communication and content strategy across the organisation, helping to determine the best platforms or channels for a variety of content types. While leading on TSL, you will also support content creation for our newsletters, website and social media, working with the Publicity and Partnerships Manager to determine the most appropriate format for different stories, features or news items.
The salary for this position is £24, 324.32 per anum (based on FTE £30,000) for 30 hours per week, and comes with a 6% employer pension contribution.
Find out more about the role including full job description and how to apply by downloading the job specification pack.
Application deadline: 12th January
Interviews will take place as follows:
First round interview (online): 26/28th January
Second round interview in person TBC: 3rd /4th February
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please.
Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future. Please note we may close recruitment early should the right candidate be identified.
No agencies. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Helping schools develop vibrant reading and learning communities



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: HMP New Hall
Department: Prison delivery
Salary: £16,964 per annum
Hours: 21 hours (3 days a week)
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing illiteracy amongst people in prison?
Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) and G4S to provide peer-led literacy and numeracy programmes across a number of prisons. We now have the opportunity to provide a service at HMP New Hall. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust Team Members, this is an exciting role leading on the delivery and development of creative and exciting literacy initiatives and an ambitious Reading Strategy at HMP New Hall, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.
Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach.
This role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday (when full time) plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
?We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.
This is a fixed term contract until 5th June 2026
Interviews are planned for the 22nd January 2026.
Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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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!
Your role
We are seeking an Impact & Partnerships Coordinator to support Design for Good’s programme and project initiatives. We’re looking for someone who believes deeply in our mission and brings energy, strong project administration skills, and a genuine commitment to social and environmental impact.
You will work closely with project teams, programme staff and senior management to help deliver our impact and partnership strategy, providing essential coordination and administrative support across our innovation projects and global collaborations.
Our working environment is informal, multilingual and team-oriented, with a strong emphasis on learning, ownership and initiative. This role offers the opportunity to engage with an inspiring international network and support the delivery of impact-driven programmes that improve life through design.
You will work closely with the Impact & Partnerships Lead on day-to-day delivery and report to the Managing Director of Design for Good.
Key requirements
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3+ years’ experience in project coordination, project administration, PMO or a similar role.
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Degree in a relevant field preferred but not required.
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Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages are a plus.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
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Comfortable working independently within a remote, international team.
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Able to manage multiple priorities across impact projects.
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Proactive, with strong ownership, follow-through and a practical mindset.
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Curious and people-oriented, able to build relationships across partners and collaborators.
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Passionate about designing for good and improving lives through inclusive, thoughtful work.
Key responsibilities
Programme governance
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Provide administrative support to ensure smooth project execution and effective use of collaboration platforms.
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Schedule meetings across time zones with clear communication and calendar management.
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Take concise meeting minutes and capture key decisions and actions.
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Prepare clear recap emails summarising discussions and next steps.
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Support the coordination of online and in-person events.
Impact reporting
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Support impact reporting for annual reviews, presentations and briefings.
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Contribute ideas to strengthen implementation and maximise impact.
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Maintain and update impact dashboards.
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Help translate survey outcomes into clear insights.
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Support reflection moments with partners to strengthen project initiatives.
Partnerships coordination
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Support coordination and stewardship of partnerships across NGOs, corporates, mentors and designers.
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Assist with onboarding new alliance members and coordinating partner agreements.
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Track project plans, risks and progress; prepare status updates.
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Manage project documentation to ensure materials are organised and accessible.
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Maintain project trackers using tools like Excel, Notion or similar.
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Carry out due-diligence checks for prospective partners.
Preferred skills and qualifications
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Comfortable working with impact data.
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Ability to work across cultures, geographies and sectors.
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Strong teamwork skills in a diverse, global setting.
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Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Office, Notion, Miro and Moodle.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong time-management skills and reliability.
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Passion for social and environmental impact; experience in the non-profit or charity sector is a plus.
Design for Good builds, trains and focuses a passionate global creative community to design direct and lasting impact for the United Nations’ SDGs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Support Specialist
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and confident Support Specialist– Non-Malignant Brain Tumours to deliver the charity’s highly regarded coaching and information service for people living with a non-malignant brain tumour and their families.
This role is central to empowering individuals to feel informed, supported and in control of their lives following diagnosis. Working closely with the Head of Support and wider services team, you will provide tailored emotional and practical support through coaching, information sharing and community engagement.
If you are an excellent listener, calm under pressure and driven by a desire to improve outcomes for people affected by long-term or serious illness, this is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Location: Remote (home-based), Leeds office, or hybrid
Salary:£27,500 per annum
Hours: Full-time (flexible working patterns supported)
Contract:Permanent
Closing Date:Noon on Friday 16th January 2026
Interviews: Conducted remotely on a rolling basis
The Role
We’re seeking a dedicated Support Specialist – Non-Malignant Brain Tumours to join our experienced and passionate team, delivering impartial, high-quality coaching and information to people living with a non-malignant brain tumour and their caregivers.
You will work directly with individuals and families via phone, email, online and face-to-face support, helping them navigate diagnosis, treatment, recovery and long-term wellbeing. You will also play an active role in growing and nurturing our supportive community through workshops, events and online engagement.
Full training and ongoing coaching will be provided, giving you the confidence and skills to deliver a service that truly transforms lives.
In this role, you will:
- Provide one-to-one coaching, information and support to people living with non-malignant brain tumours and their caregivers
- Help individuals feel empowered, informed and better able to manage their circumstances
- Contribute to building and sustaining a strong community through workshops, events, social media and peer connection
- Work within case management systems to triage and record support accurately and confidentially
- Collaborate with clinical and voluntary sector stakeholders to ensure joined-up support
- Support volunteers involved in service delivery
- Share insight from lived experience to help shape services and inform decision-making
About You
To be successful as a Support Specialist, you will be an empathetic communicator with strong organisational skills and a genuine passion for supporting people affected by serious illness.
You will bring:
- Excellent communication skills across phone, email, online and face-to-face settings
- A calm, compassionate and reassuring approach when supporting people in difficult situations
- Strong time-management and prioritisation skills
- A high standard of written communication
- Confidence using digital tools such as MS Office, email and case management systems (e.g. Salesforce or similar)
- A commitment to learning, self-development and reflective practice
Experience of coaching, counselling, support work or patient-facing roles is highly desirable, though full training will be provided. A degree is not essential, but a qualification in caring or communication skills would be an advantage.
About the Organisation
This is a leading national charity supporting people with brain tumours and their families. Through its unique coach-led support model, the charity helps individuals navigate complex care systems, build resilience, access reliable information and feel less alone, while also campaigning for better outcomes and increased awareness.
The organisation is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and actively welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Support Worker, Health Coach, Patient Support Officer, Case Worker, Community Support Officer, Care Navigator, Wellbeing Coach, Helpline Advisor, Information and Support Officer, Charity Support Worker. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

