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Executive Assistant

LGB Alliance is the UK’s only charity to exclusively support same-sex attracted people.

We stand up for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals, highlight the dual discrimination faced by lesbians, promote respectful free speech and fight the medicalisation of children.

We provide information, community and support to LGB people and campaign on issues that affect us in a world where being lesbian, gay or bisexual is once again under threat.

Job Summary

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the charity’s day-to-day administration. This part-time role provides essential support to the Board of Trustees, CEO, Policy Team, and staff across various administrative and operational functions. You will work the equivalent of three days a week and can be flexible about the distribution of your hours.

Key Responsibilities

• All administrative support for Board of Trustees, including minute taking.
• Administrative support to the CEO, Policy Team, and wider staff team.
• Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics for internal and external appointments.
• Maintain and support effective use of the organisation’s CRM system.
• Provide compliance administration for across the organisation.
• Support the planning and delivery of events, including logistics, booking, and attendee communication.
• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities, including database maintenance.
• Maintain office systems, filing, and documentation to ensure compliance and accessibility.

 Person Specification

• Proven experience in an administrative role
• Demonstrated experience in minute-taking for formal meetings (e.g. Board, committees, or staff meetings)
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidence using digital tools, including CRM systems, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and scheduling platforms
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing priorities
• Commitment to the values and mission of the organisation

Essentials

Experience of minute taking.

Minimum of three years’ experience in an administrative role.

Experience working with CRMs.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Fundraising administration experience would be valuable but is not essential for this role.

About This Job

This is an exciting administration role with Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK (ACCT UK) responsible for the administrative support to the Northern Ireland branch of ACCT UK.

We are looking for a professional to bring their skills, enthusiasm, and personal credibility to the team. This role is key to ensuring The Northern Ireland branch runs smoothly and efficiently, following required process and procedure.

Essential Skills

· Understanding of the Cadet Forces

· Understanding of the branch’s Devolved Nation Area (Northern Ireland)

· Competent with MS Office

· Excellent written English

· Able to work under pressure

Availability

· Able to attend appropriate in-person events and activities anywhere in the Branch Area (branch, civic, cadet etc)

· Attend the weekly on-line team briefing

· Attend at least one national charity briefing day per year

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.

We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

By joining ACCT UK you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager)

· The ability to work both from home and from our offices

· Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff)

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%)

· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):

o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year

o An additional five days of volunteering leave

· Support for qualifications and personal development

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Season ticket loan

· Railcard (if you are eligible)

· A caring and supportive team environment

How to apply

Please send a CV and Cover letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description by 2359hrs Wednesday 18th March 2026.

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 30th March 2026.

While AI tools can be beneficial, we value the personal touch and authenticity in job applications. We encourage you to highlight your unique experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, ensuring all information is accurate. Please use AI tools responsibly and with integrity throughout the application and selection process.

Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergoing a DBS check. In addition, we will follow up with references.

Please be advised that this position may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of high-quality applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend submitting it as soon as possible. Candidates will be notified of the next stage in the recruitment process if they are shortlisted.

Digital Change Manager 

• Reporting to: Digital Transformation Lead 

• Employment Status: permanent 28 hrs/week (flexible) 

• Location: Home based 

• Level: Managerial (Band 6) 

• Salary: £32,859 fte per annum plus excellent pension & benefits 

Role purpose 

Adoption UK is undertaking a major digital transformation, initially focused on CRM and Website developments. Our Digital Transformation Team will drive this change programme, working with colleagues and external digital partners; and subsequently deliver our on-going digital strategy implementation and development. 

You will support the Digital Transformation Lead to refine and implement Adoption UK’s digital strategy, to deliver our digital transformation project. Working with internal and external stakeholders the team will ensure that the project’s vision and scope meet the business and operational needs of the charity. An important part of your role will be to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and particularly with our Marketing and Communications team to integrate digital into all current and upcoming projects. 

We’re looking for someone who has experience of project working in a digital environment, particularly within website and CRM implementation. 

Background – our digital transformation 

Like many charities, we’ve historically developed our digital framework and footprint organically, with insufficient web and CRM integration and functionality, duplication and data silos; resulting in data management and website functionality that don’t meet all our users’ needs. We’re changing all that by: 

1. Investing in our customer-facing website and data management systems; connecting all our divisions and services, delivering integrated systems that provide a positive customer and stakeholder journey.
2. Developing the next generation of digitally accessible services 
3. Extending our in-house digital capability to support continuous delivery. 

Key accountabilities: 

• Support the Digital Transformation Lead to implement the charity’s digital strategy.

• Coordinate data and content activities, including migration between platforms, to deliver our website and CRM digital transformation programme.

• Utilise and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation and with current and future digital partners. Use these networks to: 

• embed digital first principles and best practice. 

• Train, coach and mentor colleagues to be effective users of our CRM and website. 

• Progress opportunities to increase our digital capability and integrate digital into our current and upcoming work. 

• Utilise the digital performance assessment framework to monitor compliance with digital and data best practice standards. 

• Assist in maintaining our data security standards compliance, participating in quality assurance activities. 

• Work collaboratively with our external digital and IT partners. 

Essential Criteria 

• Significant experience of website and CRM implementation and data/content management. 

• Good general knowledge and experience of organisational IT systems, including cloud and M365 applications. 

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Able to convey complex or technical information simply and clearly. 

• Experience of IT/Digital supplier engagement. Able to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• Experience of working in a digital project/change environment. 

• Ability to work under pressure and to respond quickly to changing circumstances and to tight timetables 

Desirable criteria 

• Experience of working in an organisation which uses agile development methodologies. 

• A strong understanding of the National Cyber Security Centre principles and approach and General Data Protection regulations principles, audit and compliance. 

Sport England is entering a pivotal period of transformation. As we deliver our longterm strategy to improve lives and strengthen communities through physical activity, we are reshaping how we work.  We are embedding clearer accountability, greater efficiency, and a culture defined by high performance and purposeful delivery. 

We are now seeking an Executive Director, Resources to provide strategic direction and operational leadership across several of Sport England’s core corporate functions. 

This is a role for a leader who can blend strategic insight with practical delivery, and who can inspire a modern, diverse workforce to thrive. You will play a vital part in ensuring that everyone in England can access the benefits of sport and physical activity. 

With funding from both the National Lottery and grantinaid from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, our work relies on strong, strategic stewardship. As Executive Director, Resources, you will lead key corporate services such as driving performance, championing continuous improvement, and ensuring that our resources are aligned to deliver maximum value for money and measurable impact. 

As a member of Sport England’s Leadership Team, you will help shape organisational culture, promote cross functional collaboration, and model inclusive, accountable and high performing leadership. 

We are looking for an experienced senior leader with a strong track record of overseeing core corporate functions within a complex organisation. You will be confident operating at board level and skilled at building trusted, cross sector partnerships that support long term organisational success. 

Experience in the sport, public or charity sectors is welcome but not essential – what matters is your ability to bring strategic clarity to this role.   

If you’re passionate about enabling impactful, inclusive outcomes for communities nationwide and excited by the opportunity to shape and strengthen Sport England from within please register your interest at Odgers.

About RAP

The Regulatory Assistance Project is an independent, global nonprofit advancing the transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy systems. With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia, RAP works at the intersection of policy, markets, and implementation to accelerate decarbonization and equitable energy outcomes.

RAP is currently engaged in a strategic integration process to strengthen global impact and scale operational excellence. The Executive Assistant to the CEO plays a pivotal role in enabling effective executive leadership during this next phase of growth.

Position Summary

The Executive Assistant to the CEO is a highly trusted partner who enables strategic focus, operational effectiveness, and disciplined execution at the executive level. This role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs in a complex, global environment.

The successful candidate is a quick thinker, resourceful problem solver, and mission-driven professional who thrives in fast-moving, international settings. They bring composure under pressure, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing demands with professionalism and precision.

This individual will operate at the center of RAP’s leadership ecosystem, coordinating across senior leadership, board members, external partners, and global stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s complex global calendar across time zones with proactive prioritization and alignment to strategic objectives.
• Anticipate emerging issues and flag risks or dependencies early.
• Ensure follow-through on key commitments, action items, and cross-functional deliverables.
• Act as a gatekeeper and facilitator to protect executive focus while maintaining responsiveness.
• Facilitate information flow between the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.
• Coordinate high-level external meetings with policymakers, donors, and partner organizations.
• Draft correspondence and executive communications that reflect RAP’s values and strategic voice.
• Support travel planning, logistics, and preparation for international engagements.
• Maintain structured systems for document management, tracking, and workflow coordination.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve executive support infrastructure.
• Support expense reporting, contract coordination, and light project management as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting C-level executives, ideally within international nonprofit, policy, or mission-driven environments.
• Experience operating in complex, multi-country organizational structures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in other global languages is highly desirable.
• High digital fluency with productivity tools such as Microsoft 365 and collaboration platforms.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Understands organizational priorities and aligns executive time accordingly.
• Resourcefulness: Finds solutions independently and navigates ambiguity effectively.
• Agility: Adapts quickly to shifting priorities and evolving circumstances.
• Discretion: Exercises mature judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Global Mindset: Comfortable operating across cultures and time zones.
• Mission Alignment: Demonstrates commitment to clean energy transition and public interest work.

Working Model

This role can be structured as part-time or full-time, depending on candidate experience and organizational need. Flexibility in working hours is essential due to RAP’s global footprint.

The position may be based in Greater London or Berlin, with remote flexibility consistent with RAP’s operating model.

Role description, February 2026

Reports to:         Executive Director of Marketing and Communications    

Direct reports:  One (Digital Marketing Manager)

Location:             Unit 7, Finsbury Business Centre Clerkenwell, London, EC1R 0NE, hybrid (at least one office day a week to qualify for London Weighting) 

Status, hours:   Permanent, full-time   

Salary:                 Starting at £50,622 plus benefits (includes 11% London Weighting), more could be considered for an exceptional candidate. 

Role Summary    

This is a crucial role in our digital and marketing team, ensuring that we engage significant new and existing audiences through campaigns, marketing activity and digital content year-round. You will coordinate delivery of Alcohol Change UK’s flagship Dry January® challenge and ensure that other campaigns (Sober Spring, Alcohol Awareness Week and wider marketing initiatives) connect with audiences across the UK and internationally. Working closely with external agencies and the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, you will increase the profile of our work and help drive growth in our audiences, and those taking part in our behaviour change programme.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities  

Please refer to the candidate pack for role and responsibilities of this post.

Important note: We monitor for use of AI in responses and will reject applications containing fully AI generated answers.

We encourage applications from people who meet most, but not all, of our essential criteria. And we encourage applications from people who have been disabled by society, are from minoritised groups, have personal experience of alcohol harm or have experienced any other forms of societal discrimination.

Deadline for us to receive your application: Strictly 9am, 3 March 2026. The online application form gives a date and time stamp to all applications.  

We will aim to get back to you by: 5 March 2026. All applicants will receive a response.  

Interviews: 10/11 March 2026 (please save this date!) 

Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has evolved into a global social movement with a vibrant and inclusive community at its core. As of 2024, we have recorded over 100-million instances of walking, jogging, running, and volunteering.

Our mission is to transform lives by empowering people to be active, together, outdoors in their local community; and to protect parkrun for the generations to come. Each and every weekend, we deliver free, weekly timed events that people of all ages and backgrounds can join in. By tackling barriers to participation, we encourage communities to come together and embrace regular physical activity.

Now in its 21st year, parkrun spans over 2,700 locations in 23 countries with more than 11 million people registered, and counting. 

And we have really only just begun.

Brief role description:

This job acts as a ‘secretariat’ function for the Global Board, sub Committees and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring the timely preparation of agendas, collation and circulation of papers, minuting meetings and managing action points.  This role also supports the recruitment and annual evaluation of trustees, the management of terms of office and any association board administration.

The Executive Assistant & Board Administrator will also provide executive assistant support to the CEO including diary management, logistics and travel, as well as supporting office management and the administration of SLT, staff and volunteer meetings, events and off sites.

Main responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality, timely administrative support to the Board and sub-committees, working with the CEO, Head of Governance and Board and Committee Chairs. Provide exemplary executive and administrative support to the CEO to ensure the management of diary commitments, travel, schedules and workflows.

• Provide organisational and logistical support for key management meetings including SLT, Global Townhalls and other meetings, including effective management of forward work plans, agendas and actions.

• Provide support and coordination of meetings, agendas and action points as necessary with other key strategic projects across the organisation as the need arises.

• Keep records relating to work activities and be able to use this swiftly to produce meaningful management information that can inform the organisation’s decision-making.

• Creation and delivery of engaging reports, presentations, and activities for different internal audiences (from front-line staff to director/CEO/board level, as well as for external stakeholders).

• Lead or collaborate in the organisation of team off sites, events or away days including travel, accommodation, diary management, taking/distributing meeting notes/actions and the coordination and provision of support documents (e.g. files, reports, minutes, meeting papers).

• Support subsidiary boards as needed with  minute taking, governance support and reporting.

Essential experience requirements:

• Significant experience of providing high level executive support to a CEO or Director

• Experience of minute taking and governance administration and/or Board Secretariat

• A track record of managing event or meeting logistics 

• Experience working independently and as part of larger teams

• Experience working with confidentiality and discretion

• Able to undertake a mixture of duties to a consistent high standard

Desirable experience requirements:

• Experience in the third sector

• Experience of Office Manager duties & responsibilities

Most relevant skills:

• Attention to Detail: Able to process detailed information effectively and consistently

• Demonstrate high levels of discretion and confidentiality

• Organisation: Able to determine goals and priorities and to accurately assess the actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals

• Priority Management: Able to manage multiple projects and campaigns simultaneously and work to tight deadlines

• Adaptability: Able to easily adjust to changing circumstances and a growing organisation

• Able to use a variety of IT systems and tools, such as Google workspace

• Communication: Able to talk and work with people at all levels of seniority in a professional and mature manner, with sensitivity and diplomacy, across the whole parkrun network; and be confident in producing effective written communications

• Initiative: Able to be proactive, take initiative and take steps to improve ways of working seeking support where necessary

• Demonstrate a growth mindset, with a desire to improve and learn new skills.

Executive Assistant

London | Hybrid Working
Part Time, 22.5 Hours per Week
£19.23 per hour
Immediate Start 

I am excited to be recruiting on behalf of a respected and purpose driven organisation seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to join their team on a part time basis with an immediate start.

This is a pivotal role supporting the CEO while ensuring the smooth day to day running of the office. Offering a hybrid working model, this opportunity provides flexibility alongside meaningful responsibility.

Ideal for a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with senior leadership.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high level administrative and business support to the CEO, including diary management and travel coordination

• Overseeing travel arrangements for staff across the organisation

• Managing day to day office operations, including supplies, post, and general administration

• Coordinating internal team meetings and supporting governance meeting scheduling

• Acting as the first point of contact for general enquiries via email and telephone

• Liaising with landlords and service providers to maintain a safe and professional office environment

• Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems and updating contact databases

• Monitoring stock levels of publications and materials

• Supporting the General Manager with HR administration, including rotas, recruitment coordination, and inductions

About You

• Proven experience in a senior administrative, office management, or executive support role

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities

• Professional and confident communicator

• Comfortable working independently within a hybrid structure

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office

• Available to start immediately or at short notice

What’s On Offer

• £19.23 per hour

• Part time hours at 22.5 per week

• Hybrid working arrangement

• Immediate start

• A varied and impactful role within a supportive team

If you are ready to step into a key position where your skills will make an immediate difference, please apply today, I would love to have a conversation with you!

About the role 

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join the College as the Executive Assistant to the President. This high profile and pivotal role ensures the smooth running of the President’s Office. You will work closely with the President, Vice Presidents, Chief Executive, Executive Directors, and senior leaders, helping the College achieve its mission of improving women’s health care worldwide.

No two days are the same and as a key member of the Executive Support Team, you will be part of a collaborative, values-led team that enables leaders to focus on strategic priorities. Responsible for ensuring the President’s Office runs smoothly, you will be instrumental in ensuring decisions are well-informed, governance processes are effective and stakeholder relationships are strengthened.

Responsibilities: 

· Manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the President to support smooth organisational functioning (complex diary management, governance meeting support, travel coordination, record management)

· Work closely with the External Affairs teams, Public Affairs team and others to ensure the President is thoroughly briefed for meetings and public engagements.

• Act as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and engagement.

· Support budget, planning, projects and events led by the President.

· Support the delivery of the RCOG Council, President and Officer elections in collaboration with the Head of Corporate Governance and Risk.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in an interesting, fast-paced and busy environment in a role that will have a direct and meaningful impact on women’s health.

For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack. 

About you  

This role is well-suited to someone who combines outstanding organisation with sound judgement and calm, confident communication. You are proactive and have experience managing senior executives, building productive relationships and balancing multiple, demanding and fast-moving priorities.

Requirements:

• Experience of managing a senior leader’s office or equivalent environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior level
• Ability to manage complex workloads with discretion and professionalism
• Familiarity with governance processes and project management.

Please note, that while we are looking for someone who has experience managing a senior leader’s office and strong organisational and stakeholder management skills, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who are proactive and collaborative. If you are excited about joining a values-led organisation with ambitious goals and a supportive, inclusive culture, we would love to hear from you. We will support you to get up to speed, but confidence managing complex schedules, communications and projects for senior leaders from the start would be helpful.

Our culture and benefits  

As a key member of the team, you will be located in our offices in London Bridge. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes: 

· Agile and flexible working environment and free lunch onsite

· 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January

· 10% pension contribution after probation

· Enhanced wellbeing and family support

· Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation

· Tailored Learning and Development and study leave

· Affinity staff networks

· Life assurance and income protection schemes

· Lifestyle discounts

For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site. 

How to apply 

· Click on Apply to be taken to our recruitment platform, Applied. Please visit our careers website to download the full Job pack.

· Applications close at 10.00 am on Monday 9 March 2026.

· We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.

· Interviews are likely to take place w/c 16 March 2026

· If you have any additional questions about the role or how to apply, please contact the People Team.

We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.

If you require any adjustments to apply for this role or need the job advert in an alternative format, please contact us. We are happy to support with reasonable adjustments to accommodate individual needs throughout the recruitment process.

Please note: We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa. 

About us 

The RCOG is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting more than 18,000 members in the UK and internationally.

We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.

Job Title: EA to CEO (Temporary, Hybrid)
Location: London (Hybrid, 2 days in office)
Salary: £21.98 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 35 per week 
Contract Type: Temporary 2- 3 months

We are looking for an organised and proactive Administrative Co-ordinator to provide high-level support to our CEO, Leadership Team, and Trustees. This temporary role is ideal for someone available to start immediately and comfortable working in a hybrid setup.

Key Responsibilities:

• PA support to the CEO: diary management, correspondence, travel, and preparing briefing materials.
• Support Trustees and Committees: scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and papers, taking minutes, and managing follow-up actions.
• Assist the Leadership Team with meeting planning, agendas, minutes, and general admin support.
• Coordinate and manage meetings and events, ensuring smooth operational delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and document management systems, handling confidential information with discretion.

Person Specification:

• Experience as a PA/Administrator supporting senior executives.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage complex diaries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook; familiarity with CMS or database systems desirable.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a short-term role with immediate start in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per year

Contract Type: Fixed term for 24 months, with possible scope to extend subject to budget considerations

Location: UK (minimum 2 days per week in the London office)

Work Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with the opportunity for flexible working hours

Reporting To: Chief of Staff (Executive Office), with regular contact with the CEO

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit an anonymised CV and covering letter (please remove any identifying details such as name, address, photos) by midnight on 3rd March via the .

Your covering letter should outline:

Your motivations for applying to this role and what about our mission resonates with you.
Experience (professional, voluntary or lived) that makes you a great fit for this role in line with our values and the criteria outlined in this job description.
How this role fits into your career plans.

INTERVIEW STAGES

Interviews are expected to take place over two stages as follows:

First panel interview: Monday 16th March (30 minute pre-interview task followed by 45 minute panel interview)
Final interview: Tuesday 24th March (45 minute panel interview)

Requirements

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a proactive, thoughtful and highly organised individual to play a central role in the smooth running of Mission 44. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of the organisation - closely supporting the Chief Executive Officer, coordinating key meetings and communications, supporting effective governance and decision-making processes, and helping ensure that our strategic priorities move forward. You’ll also often act as a first point of contact for Mission 44, so we’re looking for someone who is collaborative, professional and confident in engaging with a wide range of people. 

This role offers significant responsibility, visibility, and variety, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited by the chance to grow, learn, and make a meaningful contribution to Mission 44’s mission. If you enjoy enabling others to do their best work, have strong judgement, and can stay calm and solutions-focused in a fast-moving environment, we’d love to hear from you.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
EXECUTIVE SUPPORT TO THE CEO (70%)

Provide high-quality, proactive executive support to the CEO, ensuring they are able to operate effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Manage the CEO’s complex and evolving diary, including scheduling internal and external meetings, prioritising requests, anticipating conflicts, and ensuring time is protected for strategic priorities.
Coordinate all CEO travel and logistics, including itineraries, briefings, and expense processing, ensuring a seamless and well-prepared experience.
Act as a trusted first point of contact for the CEO, handling enquiries with discretion and professionalism and ensuring timely, high-quality communication with internal and external stakeholders.

GOVERNANCE AND SENIOR LEADERSHIP COORDINATION (15%)

Support the effective functioning of Mission 44’s Board and governance cycle, working closely with the Chief of Staff to coordinate Board and Committee meetings throughout the year.
Manage end-to-end logistics for Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, circulation of papers, and maintaining a forward planner for the governance calendar.
Support the preparation and circulation of high-quality Board materials, ensuring papers are accurate, timely, and clearly presented.

DELIVERY, CULTURE AND ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT  (15%)

Play a hands-on role in delivering the smooth and effective operation of the Executive Office, coordinating meetings and supporting priorities to be executed to a high standard and on time.
Track actions and decisions arising from Board, SLT, and Executive Office meetings, following up with owners to support delivery and accountability across the organisation.
Contribute to the delivery of key organisational moments, such as team and SLT away days and Board meetings, supporting planning, logistics, and on-the-day execution.
Actively contribute to a positive, values-led culture by modelling professionalism, collaboration, and a delivery-focused mindset within the Executive Office and beyond.

ESSENTIAL 

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest levels of integrity, judgement, and discretion.
Proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to anticipate needs, spot issues, and take initiative.
Proven experience of maintaining high-quality output whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally and confidently with senior leaders, trustees, partners, and external stakeholders, sometimes on behalf of the CEO.
Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering work to a consistently high standard.
Ability to model all of Mission 44’s values in your ways of working.
Passionate about supporting and empowering young people from a diverse range of backgrounds to flourish and succeed.

DESIRABLE 

Proven experience providing high-quality executive support in a fast-paced, high-trust environment.

Experience supporting Board and Committee processes, including meeting coordination, minute-taking, and action tracking.
Familiarity with governance requirements and best practice in a charity or non-profit context.
Experience supporting a CEO, senior executive, or Board in a charity, foundation, or mission-led organisation.
Experience working in a small or growing organisation, with the flexibility to adapt as priorities evolve.
Experience using Google Workspace and CRM tools.

Benefits

Enjoy 28 days annual leave, plus a day for your birthday
Use our cycle-to-work scheme and free gym access
Save for retirement with our generous pension package
We finish every Friday at noon in August
Optional health insurance and acccess to an EAP
Professional development budget of £1k
Unlimited volunteering leave, as agreed with your manager
Wellbeing allowance to spend in whatever way works for you
Competitive parental leave package

• To provide excellent and comprehensive administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and the Board of Trustees. 

• To set up and maintain appropriate, effective and efficient office and administration systems as required. 

Executive Assistant

Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant with a passion for governance and a heart for making a difference?

We are looking for a talented Governance and Executive Assistant Manager to join the dynamic team in Milton Keynes in hybrid working role!

With 75 years of experience, the focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organisation helps children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by Christian faith.

Position: Executive Assistant (internally known as Governance and Executive Assistant Manager)

Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)

Hours: Full time 36.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £38,500

Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 24th February 2026

About the Role

This is truly a unique and rewarding role that combines the best of both worlds – strategic governance management and high-level executive support. You will be working at the very heart of the organisation, supporting the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees whilst ensuring that the highest standards of governance and compliance are maintained.

What makes this role special?

You will have the opportunity to work across dimensions of the charity, from coordinating board meetings and supporting trustee development, to providing essential executive assistance to the very busy CEO. Every day will be different, and you will play a vital part in helping achieve the mission of building a better world for the most vulnerable children who the charity serve.

As Governance and Executive Assistant, you will split your time between governance management (40%) and executive support (60%). Serving as the principal point of contact for the Board of Trustees, ensuring they have everything they need to govern effectively.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your career in governance and executive support whilst contributing to something truly meaningful.

Is this you?

We are seeking someone who combines governance expertise with outstanding administrative skills. Someone who:

· Has proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders

· Understands charity governance inside out, including trustee responsibilities and regulatory requirements

· Has exceptional attention to detail and can juggle multiple priorities with ease

· Communicates brilliantly both in writing and verbally (including minute-taking)

· Can build strong relationships at all levels, from trustees to external stakeholders

· Exercises sound judgment and handles confidential information with absolute discretion

· Is proactive, solution focused, and brings a calm, professional approach to everything you do

· Has commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of our organisation

If you are excited about this opportunity to combine your governance expertise with executive support skills, all whilst supporting a cause that matters, we would love you to hear from you!

Benefits include: a flexible and supportive working culture, pension scheme (with employer contributions), generous holiday allowance, free parking (Milton Keynes office), opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals and a welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference.

About the Organisation

Join an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy the organisation has helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian charity, everything is motivated by faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.

An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. The organisation also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.

You may also have experience in areas such EA, PA, Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Governance Officer, Governance Manager, Governance and Admin Manager, Governance and EA, Executive Assistant Governance, Board Secretary, Secretary, Trustee EA, EA to CEO, EA to the Board.  #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Interim CFO - Allia Ltd

Location: Cambridge/Hybrid
Department: Finance
Salary: £90,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Why join us as our Interim Chief Financial Officer?

Could you be our Interim Chief Financial Officer? We are looking for a collaborative and credible finance leader to join us here at Allia to cover a period of maternity leave.

This is an important moment for Allia, as the organisation continues to grow its reach and impact and long-term financial sustainability

Who is Allia?

Allia Ltd believe business is a powerful tool for delivering social and environmental impact. For more than 25 years, we've supported start-ups, small businesses, charities and social enterprises to grow and flourish.

We do this this through our 3 service areas:

Workspace: Allia Future Business Centres
Business Support: Allia Impact
Financial Services: Allia C&C

What matters to Allia?

The UK is facing major social and environmental challenges. These include inequality, housing shortages, climate disruption and declining wellbeing. Our vision for 2030 is to scale a thriving ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusion.

Only 1 in 10 new businesses are focused on solving these problems – we believe that’s not enough. Our mission is to double this number to 20% by 2030, making impact-led business the norm across the UK.

The impact we create starts with our people. We foster a culture that’s inclusive, supportive, and genuinely collaborative.

If you join Allia….

You’ll find a place where people and culture truly matter. Across the organisation, there is a strong, knowledgeable and supportive leadership team. You'll work closely with the Group Chief Executive, Executive Team and Board, both drawing on and adding to our collective expertise.

What is Allia looking for in an Interim CFO?

We are looking for an experienced senior finance leader who is comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels, able to be decisive when needed, while also acting as a collaborative partner across the organisation.

You will play a key role in supporting and mentoring the finance team, fostering development, confidence, and high performance. A commitment to Allia’s mission and social purpose is essential, alongside the resilience, judgement, and pragmatism required to thrive in a fast-paced, impact-driven organisation.

We are particularly looking for someone who can:

• Provide leadership, oversight and development of the finance team
• Prepare quarterly Allia board finance reports and review management accounts
• Work with the CEO and Business Heads to implement the organisational strategy
• Demonstrate qualified ACA or ACCA with several years’ experience

Please make sure you read our Candidate Information Pack before applying. It contains important details about the role and our organisation.

Ready to apply?

Eastside People is supporting Allia Ltd in the recruitment for this role. Please apply by submitting a CV and a cover letter both in Word doc. format.

Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV and ensure that you cover the following:

• Why are you interested in the interim Chief Financial Officer at Allia Ltd?
• What recent experience do you have which is relevant for the role? 
• Your availability and any practical issues.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can make the application process work for you.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 25 Feb, with online shortlisting interviews with Eastside People taking place throughout the advertising period and the week after. Interviews with Allia Ltd will take place in the week commencing 9 March.

Eastside People is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. We work closely with our clients to recruit inclusively and address the underrepresentation of certain groups in leadership roles.

Our vision is for the UK to have a thriving economy that makes significant impact on people, place and planet.

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