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SolarAid is recruiting for a Director of Finance & Organisational Effectiveness to lead our finance function and enhance operational excellence across our charity and social enterprise group. The position is full-time, based in the UK, with hybrid working arrangements. The salary offered is £60,000 to £68,000 depending on experience.
As a key strategic partner to the CEO and a core member of the Senior Management Team, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the direction and performance of SolarAid and our social enterprise SunnyMoney. This role oversees finance, planning, IT, facilities, HR liaison, policy, and governance – ensuring strong systems and structures support our mission to achieve 100% energy access for the hardest to reach communities across Sub-Saharan Africa,
We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with senior-level charity finance experience, excellent analytical and leadership skills, and a strong track record in organisational operations and governance.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered for the role.
Closing Date for Applications: May 21st, 2025
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About UKCF
At UK Community Foundations (UKCF), we put inclusivity at the forefront of all we do, we put relationships first and we are ambitious for our members and the communities they serve.
Everyone should have the opportunity to have a fulfilling life and to feel they belong. This can’t be mandated by government, or done to people, only with them. Change needs to be driven by people who understand the local situation and our support makes this possible.
UKCF is a national network of community foundations based all over the UK. Community foundations connect philanthropic people with local causes that matter to them. They are charitable organisations focused on supporting a defined geographical area by leveraging funds to support community needs and local organisations making a difference. As well as supporting our members, at UKCF we explore social challenges, we provide national funding and we work with those who have the solutions to improve lives.
Benefits of working at UKCF include 30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, up to two days paid leave for volunteer days, season ticket loans available, enhanced pension and a flexible working plan. As a disability confident employer, we encourage applications irrespective of your age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender reassignment, sex or sexual orientation.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the senior leadership team at a time of growth, ambition and innovation. We are looking for a strategic, expert and collaborative Director of Partnerships and Insight to help us build and deliver impactful national partnerships that bring real, measurable benefits to communities across the UK.
You will be responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of high-value, strategic partnerships—whether with government departments (such as DCMS), major trusts and foundations (like the Henry Smith Charity), corporate partners, or other longstanding partners (such as the National Emergencies Trust).
You’ll work closely with community foundations to shape strong proposals and lead the end-to-end implementation of partnerships and programmes.
You’ll also play a key role in helping UKCF and the wider network become more insight-led and data-driven—strengthening our approach to programme design, learning, and impact evaluation. You’ll work closely with our Digital Transformation team to embed best practice in the use of data and evidence.
This role requires exceptional relationship-building skills, confidence working at a national level, and the ability to develop and articulate clear theories of change and evaluation frameworks. Subject expertise in areas such as philanthropy, AI, social cohesion, neighbourhood health or climate is desirable.
You will report to the CEO and be a key member of the Senior Management Team.
Key responsibilities
Strategic partnerships development
You will lead the identification, development, and stewardship of national strategic partnerships that align with UKCF’s mission and deliver meaningful outcomes for our partners and for communities across the UK.
This includes initiating and negotiating collaborations with government departments, large foundations, businesses, and sector partners. Working closely with community foundations across the country, you will co-create proposals and programme designs that draw on local expertise and deliver impact at scale.
From inception to evaluation, you will oversee the full partnership lifecycle, ensuring robust governance, clear communication, and high-quality delivery throughout.
Insight and impact
A central part of the role is to embed a strong culture of learning and evidence across UKCF’s national partnerships. You will shape and implement theories of change and robust evaluation frameworks, working with partners and community foundations to ensure that programme outcomes are clearly defined, measured, and communicated.
You will collaborate with the Digital Transformation team to improve our use of data and insight, driving forward a more evidence-led approach to programme design and influencing. Through this work, you will help generate actionable insights that inform future partnerships and strengthen our case for support with funders and policymakers.
Leadership and collaboration
You will manage our Programmes Officer, with responsibility for supporting their professional development. You will work closely with the Chief Executive to develop plans for growing the team, grounded in the need to ensure financial sustainability.
As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will play a key role in strategic decision-making and organisational development. You will provide visible leadership across UKCF, championing collaboration and innovation internally and externally.
You will cultivate strong, trusting relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including community foundation leaders, funders, and public sector partners. Representing UKCF at high-level events and forums, you will contribute thought leadership on place-based philanthropy and community-led change. In all your work, you will model inclusive leadership and ensure our partnerships reflect our values and commitment to equity and social justice.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced leader who thrives in collaborative environments and is motivated by the power of local action to drive national impact. You’ll combine deep subject knowledge with the ability to build coalitions and bring new ideas to life.
You don’t need to meet every single criterion to apply—we are keen to hear from people with a passion for this work and the ability to grow with the role.
See the full job description for more detail.
Every UK community should have access to an agile community foundation, known for identifying local need and providing resources that empower change.




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Campaigns and Communications Manager (Job share)
2 days a week, 14 hours a week
Salary: £37,035 - Pro-Rata
Duration of Contract: 2 years (Renewable subject to funding)
IKWRO –Women’s Rights Organisation (IKWRO) is an award-winning charity founded (as the Iranian and Kurdish Women’s Rights Organisation) in 2002. As testament to its’ success and in response to huge need, IKWRO has expanded and now provides unique and vital support for women and girls from all Middle Eastern, North African and Afghan (MENA) communities who are at risk of “honour” based violence, child marriage, forced marriage, female genital mutilation, domestic violence, sexual violence and other forms of gender violence.
IKWRO provides direct services including advocacy and professional counselling. IKWRO opened the UK’s first specialist Middle Eastern women’s refuge. IKWRO is regularly called upon to share expertise with government, academics, and media and to train professionals from bodies such as the police, social services and schools.
IKWRO has led the recognition of “honour” based abuse and “honour” killing as forms of violence against women and girls. Campaign successes include; the first extradition from Kurdistan-Iraq to the UK of perpetrators of “honour” killing of Banaz Mahmod, the UK’s criminalisation of forced marriage, child marriage, virginity testing and hymenoplasty, as well as the first ever national inspection of policing of “honour” based violence.
This is an exciting time to join IKWRO with the opportunity to help shape and implement the organisations’ new campaigns and communications strategies.
The Campaign and Communications Manager will work under the direction of the Executive Director of IKWRO and will be responsible for drafting and implementing IKWRO’s new campaign and communications strategy to achieve positive systemic legal and policy change, informed by the experiences of the women and girls that IKWRO represents. The role involves lobbying, research, media and communications, networking, events management, engaging with the wider team and the women and girls IKWRO represents to ensure their voices are heard and maintaining and strengthening IKWRO’s leadership in the field. The Campaign and Communications Manager will be both an excellent team player and also have the ability to work independently and manage volunteers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager who is passionate about Jesus’ mission and how we can bring change for families who are struggling around the world. At International Needs, you have the opportunity to use your finance skills to support the amazing ministries of our partners, and to hear firsthand about the impact of our work.
We need a dedicated individual to join the UK team, providing all aspects of charity finance and enabling our global partners to continue and grow their impactful work. We have been growing as an organisation over the last 10 years and want to continue to expand our ministries as needs have also been increasing.
Working together closely in our team, every day you would see the life-changing and transformational impact our work is having on families around the world. Could you join our team?
The Finance Manager is responsible to the Executive Director and responsible for:
- Ensure Financial Sustainability—Develop and implement financial strategies that support the organization's long-term sustainability, aligning budgets with the charity's mission and strategic goals.
- Strengthen Financial Governance and Compliance - Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, charity law, and donor requirements, including timely preparation of statutory accounts and audit processes.
- Enhance Financial Planning and Budgeting - Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning, providing accurate forecasting, financial modelling, and scenario planning to support leadership decisions.
- Optimise Resource Allocation - Provide insight and analysis to guide the efficient use of funds, ensuring that resources are directed to the most impactful programs and services.
- Develop Transparent Financial Reporting—To build trust and demonstrate accountability, deliver timely and transparent financial reports to stakeholders, including the ED, trustees, donors, and regulators.
- Support Fundraising and Donor Stewardship - Partner with fundraising teams to manage restricted funds, track grant expenditures, and support financial reporting to funders, ensuring alignment with donor expectations.
- Promote Financial Literacy and Capacity building - Build financial awareness and capacity across the organization by training non-financial staff and ensuring budget holders understand and manage their financial responsibilities effectively.
- Risk Management and Contingency Planning - Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies, including establishing reserves and contingency plans for economic uncertainties or funding shortfalls.
The role requires the job holder to profess and practice the Christian faith and to commit to the Employer’s Statement of Faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About WasteAid
WasteAid is an international NGO working in low and middle-income countries to implement environmental and economic empowerment programmes. We focus on supporting green businesses and grassroots entrepreneurs to improve livelihoods, promote circular economy innovation, and contribute to a cleaner, healthier future for all. Our work primarily addresses waste pollution in areas without formal waste management systems.
With programmes currently in The Gambia, India, South Africa, and Uganda, we're making a significant impact with over 1.3 million people positively affected by our work.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Programmes to provide strategic management of our programme portfolio during an exciting phase of our organisation's evolution. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a growing international development organisation working at the nexus of environmental and development programming.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement WasteAid's programme strategy
- Lead programme development, creating pathways to scale our impact
- Ensure high-quality delivery and impact measurement across all projects
- Manage the programmes team and budget effectively
- Build relationships with key stakeholders and represent WasteAid externally
What We're Looking For
We seek a candidate with experience in international development programming, ideally with knowledge of environmental management and circular economy approaches. You should have proven ability to design and manage complex programmes, work with funders, and lead remote teams.
Package
- Salary: Circa £65K depending on experience
- Location: Home-based in UK or Europe with approximately 25% international travel + 15% UK travel
- Reports to: Chief Executive
WasteAid's vision is a world where waste causes no harm, and people are empowered to recover its value.
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The position of CEO is an exciting and challenging role that is primarily external facing in order to promote and further develop the essential support we provide to families in need throughout Camden and Islington.
A key aspect is to continue growing our network of stakeholders, partners, corporate sponsors, commissioners and donors. The CEO will also be expected to lead the drive to secure new income streams, and maintain existing relationships with key funders and stakeholders.
The CEO works with the Board of Trustees to drive the future strategy, ensure fulfilment of the implementation plan and direct a staff team comprising a Head of Delivery, 3 Family Liaison Managers, An Operations Manager, a Community Projects Manager, a Bookkeeper, and a Fundraising Consultant.
There is considerable scope for the post-holder to make a real difference and significantly further raise our profile within the community that we serve, building on our track record of excellence and impact as one of the leading organisations affecting social change in the local area.
Core Responsibilities
· Support the team in identifying funders and income generation opportunities
· Build networks with new and existing funders to engage their support
· Represent and participate at external events and meetings to promote HSC&I
· Actively contribute to expanding the role and influence of Home-Start London consortium in the wider London area
· Be accountable for the management of resources to enable us to actively support a minimum of 90 to 120 families at any one time
· Provide leadership and oversight to colleagues and volunteers to ensure the correct outcomes for families through training, governance and quality assurance
· Performance and line management of Head of Delivery, Funding and Projects Manager and Bookkeeper
· Annual budget setting in conjunction with the Treasurer, and ongoing monitoring and reporting of financial position
· Provide management reports to the Trustee Board on progress against key performance measures
· Ensure that we remain compliant with all legislative and policy changes that impact the charity and our processes
· Understand the impact of legislative, changing political, economic and social climate on our work, and share this knowledge within the team to ensure compliance
Personal Specification / Attributes
The successful candidate will be an experienced Senior Manager/Chief Executive with a demonstrable track record of successfully running an organisation or team leadership. You will possess strong strategic management, governance and people skills in addition to being solution focussed. Excellent stakeholder management skills are essential as is the ability to generate income from a range of sources.
Essential knowledge and skills
· Three years experience as a Senior Manager / Chief Executive
· Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload, working to tight deadlines
· Demonstrable success in raising significant income from a variety of external sources
· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
· Accomplished at providing motivational and influential leadership
· Proven track record of successfully delivering change
· Good understanding of financial accounting and budgeting in the charity sector
· Strategic and innovative thinking
· Understanding, interpreting and presenting Management Information and data
· Previous experience of working with organisations in social services or health, with an understanding of the public sector commissioning process
· Good working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
Preferred experience but not essential
· Experience of working in the voluntary sector
· A background in health and wellbeing
· Safeguarding children and working with families
· Understanding and interest in perinatal mental health, isolation, early years’ development and recovery through crisis.
· Using Charitylog or other CRM platforms
· Presentations and public speaking
Affiliation
Home-Start Camden & Islington is affiliated to the national organisation Home-Start UK, but we are autonomous and responsible for own management and securing our own funding. Home-Start UK provides support and advice to over 300 Home-Start schemes around the UK, and manages a stringent Quality Assurance Review process to ensure schemes operate effectively.
Notes
· The CEO will benefit from supported career progression, including mentorship if appropriate.
· Home-Start Camden & Islington offers a staff pension contribution.
· The post holder would be expected to attend evening and weekend meetings whenever necessary, and agreed Time of in Lieu (TOIL) is available for this work.
· Applications from people who reflect the community we support are most welcome
· The post holder will need to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS)
Please apply via Charityjob with
- An up to date CV
- In the place of a cover letter, please "summarise on one page what you think are the most important qualities and attributes that you would offer as CEO at Home-Start Camden & Islington"
Stage 1 interviews will be held the week commencing 2nd June
The Organisation:
The Hardman Trust is the only charity in England, Wales and Scotland focusing on the unique needs of people on long term sentences.
People facing decades of prison time often completely lose connection with their family and friends on the outside. Depending on the prison, there may be limited access to rehabilitative programmes and educational courses until later in the sentence. It can be hard to maintain hope, and direction, or create meaningful plans for the future.
People leaving prison after 10 years will have different needs to those leaving after 10 months. The world has changed – there are different habits and new social norms. Prices have gone up, technology has evolved, neighbourhoods look different, and the workplace has changed. It takes time to adjust.
To find out more about The Hardman Trust, visit our website.
The Role:
The Hardman Trust is at an exciting point in its development as it celebrates the arrival of its new team, the realisation of its first ever organisational strategy and looks forward to the next phase of its journey.
Our successful multi-year applications to the Lottery (Reaching Communities), City Bridge Trust and Bromley Trust means we will continue to be part-funded by them until 2027. Deeply rooted in the criminal justice sector, we plan to develop further our programme of support for those on long sentences both within and, we hope, beyond prison too; we aim to extend the reach and deepen the impact of our support and grants; and attract new partnerships with funders and like-minded third sector organisations. Last year we completed a merger with another charity which has expanded our reach and capacity.
Person Specification:
You will bring the following skills and experience to the role:
- Demonstrable senior leadership and management experience
- Proven experience of strategic planning, financial and human resources management
- Experience of managing organisational budgets and maximising resources
- Understanding of funding applications as well as knowledge and experience of generating funds from a variety of sources
- Experience of troubleshooting, decision making and resolving problems creatively
- Understanding the prison environment and its challenges.
- Understanding and practical knowledge of the funding landscape in the UK
- Demonstrable business experience and financial acumen
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and networking skills
- Instinct for and experience of the principles and practice of partnership working
- Considerable skill at articulating information both verbally and in writing with authenticity, impact and enthusiasm
- Experience of working in the charitable sector
Please download our Candidate Information Pack for the person specification and more information on the role.
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this fantastic opportunity, please provide the following with your application:
- An up-to-date CV
- A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.
All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Russam. All applications should be uploaded via the Russam website.
If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter - Managing Partner, Charities.
Application Closing Date: Monday 9 June 2025
Interviews with The Hardman Trust:
First interviews (online): 23 and 30 June 2025
Second interviews (in-person in central London): 4 July 2025
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My client is a collective of environmental and conservation charities in London, focused on protecting, preserving and enhancing green spaces for the local community.
They are now seeking a senior interim to lead a bold transformation of their funding and operating strategy. This is not your typical finance leadership role—this is a pivotal role aimed at shifting multiple organisations towards a more future-proofed funding model.
Reporting into the group division key deliverable will include:
- Partner closely with CEOs, trustees, and senior leadership teams to provide strategic financial guidance across the charities.
- Lead the re-design of funding models, incorporating income diversification and longer-term sustainability planning.
- Build strong relationships with trustees, funders, and partners, delivering financial insight that enables strategic decision-making.
- Review the current operating model to ensure it is best placed for the new business plan.
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with significant experience operating at board level in the Charity sector. You will be a strategic thinker with a track record of financial and transformation, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of how finance can be a catalyst for business change. Prior experience of charity governance would be highly advantageous.
My client offers flexible hybrid working, typically 3 days per week in their central London office.
Director of Finance
Reference: APR20256942
Location: Flexible/Remote in England, with travel to RSPB Offices and HQ Sandy SG19
Salary: £86,059.00 - £109,346.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week.
Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
The RSPB Finance Director role is a crucially important role for RSPB, reporting to the Executive Director for Finance, Governance and Strategy, and a part of the RSPB's senior leadership group.
What's the role about?
This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to:
- Drive the Finance department across all areas, including financial operations and budgeting and forecasting.
- Provide advice and support to the wider Finance, Governance and Strategy Directorate, Board, and other senior leaders on finance-related matters with a focus on strategy implementation.
- Engage with the Finance Committee and Audit and Risk Committee, leading on all financial matters.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Fully qualified accountant (UK-recognised qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Successful track record of inspiring, managing, and delivering large scale organisation-wide projects
- Demonstrable track record in the successful leadership and management of a Finance team in a multi-faceted and geographically dispersed organisation
- Successful track record in developing excellent working relationships between internal directorates and external stakeholders
- Experience of both internal and external financial reporting and the related regulatory environment in the charity sector
- Experience of control systems that manage risk effectively and provide assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes and compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks
- Knowledge of the main direct and indirect tax frameworks related to the charity sector
- Experience in creating and communicating a compelling vision for directing and motivating the Finance team
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Investment management experience
- Defined benefit pension scheme arrangement experience
Please note this is a remote working role that can be conducted flexibly within the UK, however the successful candidate will be expected to travel to RSPB offices (including The Lodge in Sandy, Bedfordshire) on a monthly basis.
Closing date: 23:59, Wednesday 4th June 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from June 2025.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our recruitment partner's website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role will require standard pre-employment checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
As part of this application you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete a short form, which includes an optional cover letter section. Please use this cover letter section to detail how you meet the criteria listed above, as this will form the basis of our shortlisting. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.



This role involves managing key operational and governance functions, supporting the Executive Director and President, and ensuring the smooth running of various committees and Special Interest Groups (SIGs). The Executive Administrator will also assist with the ABN fellowship scheme.
Key Responsibilities of the Executive Administrator
Executive & Governance Support
- Provide administrative support to the Executive Director and President.
- Manage the President’s inbox, responding to or escalating queries as appropriate.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, including preparing agendas and drafting and distributing minutes.
- Process and track expense claims for the Council and Executive team.
- Organise bookings for the President, including travel, hotels, and restaurants.
Committee & Fellowship Support
- Provide full administrative support to the Services Committee, including scheduling meetings, preparing documents, and taking minutes.
- Undertake projects for the Services Committee as required, including data analysis
- Assist Governance & Grants Manager with the administration of the ABN Fellowship Programme, including maintaining records and supporting application and review processes.
- Liaise with Special Interest Groups (SIGs) on behalf of ABN
Financial & Operational Support
- Ensure office supplies are maintained, including stationery and consumables
- Assist with financial administration, including processing expenses and payments.
- Liaise with finance teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
- Deputise for Website & Finance Officer in their absence
- Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting as required.
The ABN has a small office team, and all staff members are required to take on duties outside of their main job description from time to time.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience in an administrative or executive support role
- Ability to work in a small team
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
- Experience handling financial processes, such as expenses and budget tracking
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems
- Desirable: Experience in a membership organisation or medical association
- Desirable: Experience of the medical, healthcare or research sectors is welcomed
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and impactful role supporting professionals in neurology. The ABN offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
If you are a proactive administrator looking to take on a varied role within a prestigious medical association, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave + 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
- Additional annual leave days after 3 years of service
- Generous pension contributions: you put in 1%, we’ll put in 10%
- Professional development programme including regular 1:1s, appraisals and training opportunities
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Time off in lieu for ABN event attendance
Commitment to Equality Diversity and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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GuildHE represents nearly 70 higher education institutions including universities, colleges and specialists. We advocate for diversity in higher education, championing vocational and technical education, professional programmes and specialist providers. We are undergoing an exciting period of transformation, evolving our policy approach and member-focused services to significantly increase our impact within the sector and ensure we’re providing timely, proactive support to our members as they address current and emerging 21st century challenges.
To achieve this, we are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Executive Assistant to be a supportive force to our Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership. The post holder will have proven experience of supporting senior managers, including diary and inbox management, travel and event planning, and other administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be a responsive and details-oriented team player who demonstrates exceptional communication and organisational skills while also being able to work quite independently at times.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Executive support for GuildHE’s CEO;
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Diary support to the CEO, Director of Policy and Strategy, and Director of Operations and Membership;
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Secretariat duties for GuildHE’s Executive Board;
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Financial administration;
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Logistical and administrative support to the wider team; and
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Demonstrating a proactive approach to embedding EDI principles in all work.
To apply, please submit a CV, and cover letter of no more than 2 sides of A4.
Please contact Shoni Robertson-Finn with any questions regarding the role and/or recruitment process.
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PINF is the first charity in the UK that exists to support high-quality journalism. We exist at the cutting edge of charity law and need an experienced charity professional to make sure we do things properly.
As Head of Operations & Governance, you will be responsible for overseeing the back-office operations of the charity. You will be a key point of contact for the team and support the Executive Director to ensure smooth, efficient and compliant operations.
You will be a senior member of the team, responsible for ensuring that PINF operates within its legal and regulatory framework, including in relation to charity, corporate, tax, employment and data protection regulations. The role involves liaising with the Chair, Board of Trustees, Executive Director, legal advisors and regulators to support best practice in financial management, governance, risk management and compliance.
Duties and responsibilities
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Financial Management
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Ensure consistent delivery and quality of finance operations, including transactions processing, which will involve managing a bookkeeping service.
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Prepare and monitor annual budgets, management accounts and project budgets.
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Lead on the financial aspects of fundraising, contract management, and funder reporting. Including managing restricted and unrestricted funding.
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Oversee the process of preparing statutory accounts, including liaising with accountants and auditors.
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Maintain internal controls and policies to protect assets, prevent fraud, and ensure business continuity.
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Participate in the Finance & Fundraising Committee and support the Treasurer to plan and deliver meetings.
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Prepare financial reports for board meetings and engage in board discussions.
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Governance
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Manage our annual governance cycle, working closely with the Chair, Treasurer and Executive Director to ensure legal compliance and to plan and prepare for Board meetings including taking appropriate minutes.
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Manage the organisational risk framework including identifying emerging risks and working with the Executive Director to mitigate them.
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Companies House and Charity Commission filings.
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Develop and maintain a suite of policy to ensure PINF meets its obligations as a charity and an employer.
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Play an active part in board discussion to support good decision making.
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HR
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Manage HR across the organisation; ensuring all HR processes and policies are fit for purpose, up to date and adhere to law, and are understood and implemented across the organisation.
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Manage recruitment processes for all staff.
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Manage the annual leave tracker.
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Operations and administration
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Ensure the smooth running of the organisation by leading operational planning and monitoring progress.
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Lead on relationships and contracts with external suppliers and contractors.
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Ensure PINF has appropriate insurance cover.
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Occasional support with charitable activities (meetings, events, publications, etc.)
Requirements
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A professional qualification in finance, management, law, or a related field and at least five years’ experience relevant to this role.
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Deep understanding of good governance and best practice in the charity sector.
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Understanding of relevant laws relating to employment, data protection and running a charity.
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Sympathy to the aims and objectives of PINF.
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Full professional proficiency in English.
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Right to work in the UK.
Skills and attributes
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Experience of managing charity finances and budgets (Essential). A related finance or accountancy qualification would be desirable.
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Experience of managing operations in a comparable charity or business, with both strategic and day-to-day operational responsibilities.
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Developing HR processes and policies and taking the lead in implementing these across an organisation.
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Developing processes and procedures and making improvements for efficiency and impact.
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Experience of working closely with trustees, non-executives or senior leadership teams.
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Strong oral and written communications skills, including having the confidence to use your expertise to provide feedback and constructive challenge to senior leaders.
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Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work remotely and independently and to collaborate with others.
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Enjoy being the key point of contact and support in a small, remote team.
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Ability to stay on top of your workload by using relevant software (including Microsoft Office and finance software such as Xero), keeping accurate and up-to-date records, and prioritising between competing tasks.
Please apply using Charity Job. Once you click apply you will be prompted to upload your CV and answer an application question in up to 5000 characters: What do you see as the main challenges facing PINF as a small but ambitious charity, and how will you use your experience to address them as Head of Operations & Governance?
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Would you like to be part of a young and vibrant charity that is dedicated to supporting those who have been bereaved by suicide?
We are looking for a Clinical Director to oversee all our client-facing activity, including our Counselling Service, which currently covers around 650 hours per month. Reporting directly to our CEO, you will play a crucial role in helping us to develop and grow our services.
We are a small, dynamic team, with really ambitious plans for 2025 and beyond, so we’re looking for an individual who has a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude!
About the role
As Clinical Director you will:
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Oversee our Counselling Service, leading on clinical matters and decision-making regarding clients, and monitoring performance.
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Provide regular management supervision and ad hoc clinical supervision to our team of Associate Counsellors (currently 33).
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Oversee the work of our employee ‘Service Team’ (currently 5), including line managing our Service Manager.
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Be the main point of contact for our Associate Supervisors (currently 2).
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Lead on the development and growth of our Counselling Service and other services, including recruitment and improvements to clinical practice.
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Be part of the Senior Leadership Team, helping to drive the Charity forward and achieve its ambitious growth plans.
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Be the Charity’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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Regularly review and update our client-related policies and procedures.
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Undertake other duties consistent with the role and as directed by the CEO.
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Maintain a commitment to own personal and professional development.
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Work in accordance with Suicide&Co’s mission and values.
About you
Based within easy commuting distance of our office in Westminster, our ideal candidate would be an experienced counsellor and supervisor who has been involved in running a counselling service and managing a team of counsellors.
Key attributes we are looking for include:
- Strong leadership skills
- A high level of organisation and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Confidence in using digital technology
We are committed to Equality Diversity and Inclusion and as such are actively seeking candidates of all backgrounds to represent the diverse population of people that we serve.
This role requires eligibility to work in the UK and a Basic DBS check.
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Executive Assistant & Head Office Administrator
Part time Job Share, 3 days per week
£28,000 - £30,000pa (pro-rated to £16,800 to £18,000) + benefits
Leatherhead, Surrey
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed.
This role will provide proactive and efficient administrative and operational support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees, whilst observing the strictest confidence. Provide proactive and efficient administrative support at the Head Office. The Senior Leadership Team comprises the Chief Executive, Director of Care Services, Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Fundraising and Engagement and Director of HR & Volunteering. The role is responsible for a wide range of cross-organisational tasks and projects as directed and will be part of a job share arrangement, working 3 days per week. The post holder will live the Rainbow Trust Values and effectively communicate with all stakeholders, over the telephone, online, by email and face to face.
About the role:
This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized company and Top 20 charity is looking to appoint an Executive Assistant to provide proactive and efficient administrative and operational support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees, whilst observing the strictest confidence. This is a part time job share role, working 3 days per week.
Reporting to the Chief Executive you will be responsible for a wide range of cross-organisational tasks and projects, including leading on general operational issues at Head Office including franking machine, stationery orders, cleaning materials, managing and monitoring switchboard voicemail messages, sign-in sheets, shredding, parking etc. You will act as key point of contact for Trustees and a wide range of external contacts, maintaining a professional, confidential and responsive approach.
Having worked in an administrative support role, you will have exceptional organisational skills and will support the Senior Leadership with their day-to-day activities, including the monitoring the progress of their various projects and organising, as required, internal and external meetings for each SLT member including sector-wide meetings.
What we’re looking for:
A co-operative working style – you’re able to work well with others, communicating clearly and consistently with your job share partner, and you thrive working at a steady pace with a desire and willingness to help others
A confident user of MSOffice and experience of managing multiple diaries and priorities – you’re efficient and organised, produce high quality accurate work, are able to carry out instructions carefully and respond promptly to enquires.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and a team-oriented focus
Patient and consistent – you have better-than-average attention to detail and accuracy, even with repetitive work, and make cautious decisions within clear guidelines
Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have volunteered or worked in a charity, are educated to A level or equivalent and have previously worked in a busy administrative office, in a role that provides support to multiple people.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Company car for front line care posts
· Time off in lieu
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
· A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus scheme
If you’d like to find out more about working with us, please click here. More information can also be found in our Candidate Pack.
How to apply:
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter highlighting why your application should be considered above others to us via the link.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Please disclose in your cover letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Registered Charity No: 1070532
Abandon Normal Devices are seeking an experienced finance professional or small accountancy provider to manage our core finance functions on a freelance/contract basis. This is an ongoing, part-time contract supporting the financial operations of a small, ambitious arts organisation working at the intersection of art, technology and digital culture.
We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of charity finance, skilled in Xero, bookkeeping, payroll, reporting, audit preparation, HMRC filings and support with funding reports. You may be an individual already set up for freelance work, or a firm used to providing finance support to charities or arts organisations. You’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and liaise with trustees and external auditors as needed.
To apply for the role please:
- Read the Finance Manager Job Description
- Complete an Application Form
- Complete an Equal Opportunities Form (submitted anonymously).
Application Timeline
- The closing date for applications is midnight Sunday 1 June 2025
- Interviews are expected to take place on W/b 16 June 2025
About us
Abandon Normal Devices (AND) is a commissioning agency and arts organisation known for creating radical, site-responsive projects at the intersection of art, technology and digital culture. Working across the UK and internationally, AND commissions artists to explore the social, environmental and ethical implications of emerging technologies. Our portfolio includes large-scale outdoor artworks, exhibitions, research programmes, residencies, online projects and our flagship AND Festival — a
nomadic biennial bringing cutting-edge digital experiences to diverse locations.
Our work often takes place in unexpected settings, from post-industrial towns to natural landscapes, creating space for bold experimentation and critical reflection. At our core, we champion interdisciplinary collaboration and are committed to inclusive, sustainable practices that challenge what is considered ‘normal’ in culture today.
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