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PCS is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our Member Response team as Team Leader. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the growth and success of the union by leading a dynamic team handling queries and call. This post is based in PCS Clapham with hybrid working arrangements. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in our union.
Salary and Location
- Band 3, London Spine points 33-29
- Starting salary: £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. in annual increments
- PCS Clapham
Successful candidates for the Member Response Team Leader will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience leading teams or supervising staff
- Working in a customer-focused organisation or service
- A strong understanding of GDPR
- Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce
The main duties of the Member Response Team Leader role include:
- Managing a team of Member Response Team Administrators
- Day-to-day operations of the team
- Ensuring workflows are managed efficiently and service level agreements are consistently met
With an ability to foster a positive and collaborative working environment both remotely and in person, the Member Response Team Leader will be expected to provide clear direction, conduct appraisals, and support the professional development of their team. Strong leadership skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to motivate and engage staff are essential.
The role of Member Response Team Leader offers hybrid working with flexibility to work from home outside of peak periods. Due to key operational and democratic activities, the Member Response Team Leader will be required to attend the office daily from February to April each year and additional periods throughout the year. Outside of this period, hybrid flexibility will apply in line with team needs and organisational policy.
Closing date: at 12 midday on Monday 24 November 2025
Interviews will be held in person: Tuesday 9 December 2025
About PCS
PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.
Employer Benefits
You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including
- flexible working (including hybrid working)
- childcare and family support
- generous maternity/paternity leave
- 32 days leave and Christmas closure
- pension scheme
- employee assistance programme
Learning and Development
The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.
PCS Recruiting Process
We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.
Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.
Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.
- CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
- PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
- All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.
Please view our guidance for applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION: MEMBER RESPONSE TEAM LEADER
Ref: 1225
Grade: Band 3, London
Salary:
Spine points 33-29
Starting salary £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a.
Location: PCS Clapham
Purpose of the job:
To assist in maximising the potential for union growth, development and success through managing, co-ordinating and supporting the work of the Member Response Team, in line with PCS policy and our ethos as an organising union.
Responsible to: Member Response Team Manager
Responsible for: Member Response Administrators
Contacts
External:
PCS Union Representatives, Members, Government Departments, Employees of other trade unions, Suppliers, TUC, Employers, legal and other professional advisors, other external contacts
Internal:
PCS staff and officials, Bargaining Units, Membership and Balloting, and other internal departments
Main duties and responsibilities
1. People Management
- Day-to-day management of staff and workflow
- Manage work allocation, future planning and support for team/line manager
- Through the appraisal system, identify training and development needs, train or organise training for staff
- Undertake induction programmes, 1 to 1s and appraisals with staff as appropriate
- Apply the staff conduct policies e.g. discipline, grievance, capability, dignity at work and IT security policies as and when required
- Check work standards and maintain consistent quality of delegated tasks
- Proactively promote diversity including equality in line with the wider PCS approach
- Continuously improve effectiveness and efficiency of the administrative team
- Ensure health, safety and welfare of team members
2. Systems Management
- Develop and make best use of relevant systems e.g. office, IT, finance, etc.
- Attend relevant training and ensure staff are appropriately trained on system changes and developments
- Regularly reviewing existing systems, and ensure consistency and organisational best practice is followed
- Equality-proof and check that the design and operation of any new systems are in line with wider PCS policy, e.g. health and safety, and IT security policies, and make recommendations to senior officers as appropriate where new systems are designed that could be applicable to the wider union
- Implement an ongoing development and monitoring process for systems including managing resources, gathering, monitoring, collating and reconciling information, checking allocations, preparing reports, highlighting budget over and under spends
- Set up statistical systems to produce reports and analyse information i.e. membership reports, personal cases management system, equality statistics
- Organise and allocate work, deal with queries and correspondence, research information, produce briefs, documents and responses
- Ensure the membership system e.g. Salesforce is used to maintain up-to-date data
- Contract management work including scoping suppliers, drawing up tendering documents and recommendations, provide reports to bodies and committees
3. Team Working
- Proactively promote team working
- Initiate, organise, lead and participate in team meetings as appropriate
- Maintain high levels of confidentiality of sensitive issues at all times
- Provide assistance to team members
4. Office Coordination / Project Management
- Plan ahead and prioritise the teams work
- Share best practice with colleagues across the organisation
- Manage the physical work environment e.g. undertake risk assessments, coordinate office resources, review office layout in line with facilities systems, work with department head / SNO to deploy non-staff resources (e.g. office furniture and equipment) in the most effective manner
- Prepare for, attend and record meetings and events and take follow up action
- Liaise with senior officials both within PCS and external organisations e.g. trade unions, government departments and agencies
- Handle projects as directed by the line manager
- Deal with complex queries, issues, arising from staff or via correspondence from members
- Draft complex correspondence, briefs, reports as appropriate
5. Meeting, Conference, Election, Ballot, Events Arrangements
- Organise, co-ordinate and supervise arrangements for meetings, elections, conferences, seminars and other external and internal events
- Develop appropriate systems and support for events, conferences, elections, meetings, ballots, etc. e.g. ensuring computer and internet services are available, determine schedule for printing materials, and encourage participation
- Agree and manage timetables, processes and procedures
- Attend and contribute to events as appropriate
- Ensure compliance with rules and legal requirements, including equality issues, seeking guidance where appropriate
6. Union Organising and Campaigning (where appropriate)
- Co-ordinate and assist in the delivery of union organising activity at PCS members workplaces in support of and alongside the relevant PCS Officers
- Prepare, plan, and co-ordinate team(s) support for scheduled union organising and campaigning activity
- Maintain direct contact with PCS members within their workplace(s)/branches as required
- Co-ordinate and delegate union organising and campaigning support work/activity to direct staff team as required
7. General
- At all times implement and promote the PCSs Equal Opportunities Policy adhering to the PCS Values
- Take due and reasonable care of self and others in respect of Health & Safety at Work
- Participate in appraisal, training and development systems
- In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals
- Act in a manner that enhances the work of the PCS and its overall public image
- Such other duties that may reasonably be required and which are within the level of the responsibility of this post
- Willing to work outside normal office hours and location subject to personal circumstances, and advanced notice
Person Specification: MEMBER RESPONSE TEAM LEADER
Ref: 1225
Date: November 2025
Location: PCS Clapham
ESSENTIAL FACTORS
EXPERIENCE
- Working in a customer-focused organisation or service
- People management including induction, work allocation, appraisal and conduct
- Efficient set up and management of office systems, procedures and databases
- Draft and deal with complex correspondence and issues
- Events management, organisation and co-ordination
- Attend meetings, produce accurate records/notes of actions, follow up as appropriate
TRAINING
(including continuous professional development)
- Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
- Commitment to undertake job-related training
- Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
- Commitment to staff development
KNOWLEDGE
- Impact and use of digital and IT applications, including Microsoft Office and Salesforce
- Knowledge and understanding of trade unions and work of the public sector
- Project management/project activity
- Understanding of the application of GDPR
SKILLS
- Ability to communicate effectively using written and oral channels, including reports and presentations, with a variety of audiences
- Ability to identify, research, analyse and present evidence, including statistics
- Ability to manage team to ensure efficient running of the work of the department/unit
- Ability to identify and set priorities
- Deal with confidential and sensitive information
- Operational decision making (within defined parameters)
OTHER
- Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
- Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
- Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Rowans Hospice Charity provides free care and support to adults and their families living in the Portsmouth and South East Hampshire region who have a life-limiting illness. Established in 1994, our income is generated by ongoing support of the local community, donations, legacies, fundraising and through our retail shops.
Many people think that hospices are all about dying, but through our many different services, we support people to live as well as they can with their illness. From the moment of diagnosis through to bereavement support. Our Living Well Services put an emphasis on living with a life-limiting illness and patients and carers can drop in and gain advice and support to maintain individuals’ resilience.
The Hospice is also supported by an assembly of volunteers, from various backgrounds and ages who are crucial in supporting the teams to ensure people live well to the end of their life and attain a good death within a caring and compassionate environment.
The Role
To provide high-level, proactive, and confidential administrative and executive support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees. This role ensures the efficient coordination of meetings, communications and strategic initiatives by managing schedules, preparing documentation and facilitating effective information flow. The EA acts as a key point of contact between internal and external stakeholders, supporting the governance and operational effectiveness of the Charity at the highest levels.
You will be the lead administrator for governance, ensuring all statutory and regulatory obligations are met, whilst also supporting the effective running of executive meetings, day-to-day leadership functions and education placements.
Key Responsibilities include (but not limited to – see Job Description for further information)
- Provide PA support to the Chair, Deputy CEO, Company Secretary and SLT, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting coordination
- Provide efficient and professional support to the Board of Trustees and delegated committees, including scheduling, producing annual meeting calendars, preparing agendas, circulating papers, taking accurate minutes and following up on actions
- Provide administrative and logistical support for Doctors and Nursing Student placements
- Develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for executive administration
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role ideally in a charity
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Professional and confident interpersonal manner
- Ability to draft high-quality correspondence and reports
- Experience in formal minute-taking and senior board level
What we Offer
In addition to working for a meaningful cause, we provide:
✔️ Company pension (NHS pension retained if transferring from NHS)
✔️Continuous service recognised service if transferring from NHS
✔️ Health & wellbeing programme
✔️ Employee Assistance Programme
✔️ DSE equipment & uniforms provided
✔️ Generous holiday allowance
✔️ Career development opportunities
✔️ Blue Light Card membership
Join Our Team
Apply today and be part of a dedicated team providing vital hospice care to the community
Rowans Hospice is committed to equal opportunities and inclusion in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds
For further information please review the Job Description and to apply for the role please use our online application form or upload a CV along with a cover letter, clearly outlining your motivation for applying and how you fulfil the requirements in the job description.
Interviews will take place week commencing 10 November 2025.
Rowans Hospice is committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of all children and vulnerable adults needing our care and support. Subsequently, our recruitment process is thorough, ensuring a consistent and detailed approach to gather information from and about candidates so that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Apply now and make a difference!
Please include a cover letter along with your CV outlining your motivation for applying and how you meet the requirements in the job description
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About Diversity Role Models
Diversity Role Models is a dynamic charity whose vision is a world where everyone embraces diversity and can thrive. Our mission is to end bullying based on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools and promote understanding and acceptance of broader individual differences. Collaboratively, we’re determined to create inclusive learning environments where young people know they are valued and supported, regardless of their differences.
Our experienced team of educators and inspiring volunteer Role Models deliver in-person and online workshops for students in schools and colleges. Using pioneering educational content underpinned by the power of storytelling, we speak openly about lived experiences of difference and bullying. Our volunteer role models are at the heart of our delivery. They share their journeys towards living happy and fulfilling lives to inspire others.
Since our formation in 2011, we have worked directly with 1,000+ schools in the UK. We have delivered workshops to 275,000+ young people and trained 25,000+ school staff members.
About the Role
We are seeking a capable, motivated Operations Manager to lead on the effective running of our charity’s systems and operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring our work remains efficient, financially sustainable, and aligned with our strategic goals.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Leadership Team, you will oversee the smooth functioning of our internal systems—including finance, CRM, IT, and communications—while supporting fundraising processes and continuous improvement across the organisation.
This position will suit an organised, analytical, and values-driven professional who enjoys making systems work smarter and supporting teams to deliver impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Leading Our Operations: Accountable for the smooth operational running of our Operational, HR and Financial Systems, including Salesforce, and identifying operational risks that could affect the charity’s mission. Your proactive approach will help us stay on track and keep making a difference.
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Supporting Our Fundraising: Work closely with other members of the Leadership Team to identify fundraising opportunities, support with bid writing, and take responsibility for individual giving, managing our fundraising CRM, Donorfy.
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Supporting Change: Accountable for managing transitional change programmes across the organisation in respect to operational processes and procedures. Help our team adapt to new processes and procedures by providing guidance, training, and resources.
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Financial Oversight: Understand the revenues and expenses of the charity in order to promote operational efficiency while managing cashflow risks. Whilst this role doesn’t require advanced experience in accounting or bookkeeping, the holder will take responsibility for day-to-day finance processes, including invoicing, account reconciliation on our account software Xero, and monthly financial reporting, as well as working alongside our external accountant.
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Communications and IT Fluency: Oversee systems supporting communications and marketing, including our social media platforms and website, ensuring effective collaboration with our external partners.
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Always Improving: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by seeking feedback and making adjustments along the way. By learning from our experiences, we'll keep getting better at what we do.
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Modelling Our Values: Lead by example and uphold the values of Diversity Role Models. Your dedication to diversity, inclusivity, and compassion will inspire others to do the same.
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Flexibility and Collaboration: While the accountabilities outlined above are important, we understand that flexibility is key in a dynamic work environment. We’re a close-knit team, and we're always ready to pitch in and support each other wherever needed.
Relevant Skills & Experience
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Demonstrated experience in successfully leading projects and driving operational excellence, ideally within the nonprofit, education, or social impact sectors.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify inefficiencies, analyse data, and develop data-driven solutions.
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Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and external partners.
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Comfortable managing day-to-day financial processes, including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
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Strong understanding of IT systems and CRMs, ideally Salesforce, and experience of leading on their administration and maintenance.
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Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact, with a passion for promoting positive change in the education sector.
To apply for this exciting role please send a CV and cover letter, each a maximum of pages, outlining why are applying for this role and how you meet the criteria outlined in the description.
Our mission is to promote understanding and acceptance of individual differences and end LGBTQ+ bullying in schools.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Estates Manager
Salary: Band 7 - £46,104 to £58,724
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (with flexibility required and overtime if needed)
About the job role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Estates Manager in our Estates team, working with a range of stakeholders and people who use our services. We are looking for an outstanding individual who has experience in the day-to-day management of our buildings and infrastructure and an ability to manage a dynamic and proactive, forward-looking maintenance environment, including reactive maintenance, water safety, fire safety, and statutory testing. and practical knowledge of CAFM systems and Microsoft systems.
You will also lead on health and safety, ensuring robust compliance, risk management, and safe systems of work across all estate and contractor activities.
About you
You will need:
- Strong technical knowledge of building services, maintenance, and statutory compliance.
- Proven experience managing contractors and planned maintenance programmes in a healthcare or similar environment.
- Confidence using digital systems, including CAFM, Microsoft 365, and data reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate staff and engage clinical teams.
- A sound understanding of health and safety legislation and the ability to promote a positive safety culture.
- An understanding of hospice care or other healthcare or not-for-profit environments
Where will you work
St Joseph's Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity, and as such, it has a rich, Catholic heritage which informs our work today: to support and welcome those in need, from all different cultures, religions and backgrounds.
We provide high-quality specialist palliative care for patients with life-limiting illness across East London and the City. We have a large team of clinical staff who work across community, in-patient and out-patient services delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families/carers.
Why work for us?
- 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service
- Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events
- Season ticket/Welfare loans
- Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme.
- Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme
- Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services
Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!
For further information, and to apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 25 November 2025.
Interviews: 4 December 2025.
We are an equal opportunities and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
About Us
F6IT helps children and young people, aged 0-25, with additional needs and disabilities-and their families- get active, connect and have fun.
We offer accessible and inclusive fitness, clubs, leisure activities and support that break down barriers, reduce isolation and boost physical and mental well being.
About Our Role
You will contribute to the strategic direction of F6IT ensuring we achieve our vision where disabled children and young adults and with their families and friends can together and inclusively, enjoy a rewarding life which is fun, beneficial and above all fulfilling.
As the Fundraising Manager you will work to maximise the available funding, income generation and activities for the work of F6IT.
- You will work with the CEO/Trustees to develop and deliver a targeted and strategic programme for Trusts, Grants, and Fundraising to secure long-term income.
- Develop, write and deliver high quality tailored and persuasive applications and proposals for funding in line with F6IT's strategic objectives.
- Prepare regular up to date funding reports for the CEO, Trustees and wider F6IT team.
- Plan and support delivery of F6IT's Funding activities.
- Identify new Corporate Supporters and Partnerships.
- Essential experience and skills - Track record of income generation accross one or more income. streams,strong organisational and communication skills, solid IT and Computer skills.
- This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Services.
This Post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Services
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Actively Interviewing
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The role supports the Individual Giving team by leading the day-to-day delivery of legacy stewardship, supporter journeys, and mid-level donor care. By strengthening supporter relationships, it enables the Individual Giving Manager to concentrate on acquisition and retention campaigns.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Lepra as our Operations Lead!
We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual to help keep our charity running smoothly behind the scenes. As our Operations Lead, you’ll play a hands-on role managing day-to-day office operations, facilities, HR and recruitment admin, and IT coordination. This is a varied and rewarding position at the heart of a small, friendly team, where your work will directly support our mission to end leprosy and lymphatic filariasis and promote inclusion and wellbeing worldwide.
Background
Lepra is dedicated to addressing leprosy and lymphatic filariasis (LF) and their consequences through direct support, advocacy, and the promotion of inclusive communities. We work in Bangladesh and in India, through our sister organisation, LEPRA Society. We work in partnership with people affected by leprosy and LF to improve detection, ensure access to treatment and care, and promote inclusion and wellbeing. We are in our second year of our Global Strategy for 2024-30, which guides us in our efforts to accelerate progress towards global targets for leprosy and LF, and towards our vision of a world free from leprosy and LF.
Job Context
The Operations Lead will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of Lepra’s UK operations. This includes managing office and facilities logistics, supporting key operational projects (such as the upcoming office move), and coordinating internal processes across HR, IT, governance, and finance systems.
The postholder will act as a central point of contact for operational queries, ensuring organisational effectiveness and compliance with internal procedures and policies.
Job Purpose
To support the Finance and Operations team which includes the HR and IT functions as well as coordinating the upcoming office move and facilities operations.
Working Relationships
You will report into the Senior Manager – HR, Operations & IT
Working with all of Lepra UK on all matters regarding HR, Operations and IT.
Close working links and collaboration with the Finance & Operations team consisting of Finance & Operations Director, Finance Manager, Senior Manager HR, Ops &IT, and Finance & Administration lead.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
Oversee day-to-day office operations, including facilities, supplies, and logistics.
Act as the main point of contact for tenants, contractors, and the Facilities Management company.
Coordinate the upcoming office relocation project, ensuring timelines, budgets, and communications are effectively managed.
Support post, office bookings, and workspace coordination.
Maintain a safe and compliant working environment (Fire Marshal responsibilities, health & safety checks).
Systems and Process Support
Oversee and maintain efficient administrative systems and processes across HR, finance, and IT functions.
Support CRM data management, donation logging, and reporting processes.
Liaise with the IT provider to ensure smooth onboarding/offboarding and equipment setup for staff.
Human Resources and Team Support
Coordinate onboarding and induction processes for new starters, including training and IT setup.
Assist with staff travel and accommodation bookings and logistical arrangements for Trustees or visitors.
Support recruitment administration, including posting adverts and liaising with partner organisations and universities.
Project and Governance Support
Support internal operational improvement initiatives and help embed good governance and compliance practices.
Provide administrative support for internal audits, policy reviews, and Board-related tasks as required.
General
Provide cross-cover for colleagues within the Finance & Operations team during periods of absence.
Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the smooth running of the organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
· Qualification in operations, business administration, HR, or finance.
· Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in business administration, management, finance, or a related field.
Desirable
· CIPD Level 3 and above
· AAT Level 3-4
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
· At least two years’ experience in operations, office management, administration, HR, or finance support.
· Experience coordinating multiple workstreams or projects.
· Familiarity with HR systems, CRM databases, or finance software.
· Awareness of facilities management and/or health and safety responsibilities.
· Experience in contributing to continuous improvement, operational efficiency, or process redesign initiatives.
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate cross-team processes, and maintain strong attention to detail.
· Confident user of Microsoft Office and other business systems, with the ability to learn new software quickly.
· Proven experience in supporting organisational policies and compliance (e.g., GDPR, health and safety, or HR procedures).
Desirable
· Experience working in the charity or non-profit sector or a small/medium-sized organisation.
· Experience of working in a diverse and multicultural environment
· Experience of bias-free recruitment
Skills, Attitudes and Personal Qualities
Essential
· Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
· Excellent communication and coordination skills.
· Confident using IT systems and learning new software.
· Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to multitask and problem-solve.
· Collaborative team player who shares Lepra’s values and commitment to inclusion.
Project Manager and Catchment Partnership (CaBA) Host
Salary: Manager Band A, Level 1 £38,520 per annum
Contract length: Full-time position (35 hours per week) over 3.25 years from January 2026, with possible extension.
Location:Hybrid working from home and Thames21’s offices at the Guildhall, City of London and Bow Locks. On-site working as required throughout the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Area.
Responsible to: Thames21 Catchment Partnerships Manager
About Thames21
Thames21 is an environmental charity that works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact, nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, while also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success, and as such, we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds. We believe this is crucial in ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against due to their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees and strive to work in a collaborative, innovative, and balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.
Purpose of the job
We are recruiting an enthusiastic and committed individual to fulfil the combined role of project manager for the Roding Rises project, and catchment partnership co-host for the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne catchment partnership. The Roding Rises is an ambitious 3-year project funded through The National Lottery Heritage Fund that aims to deliver the following key outcomes:
- Raise the value placed on the river Roding by the local community through a river connection programme of engagement events that will work with urban and rural communities throughout the Roding catchment.
- Raise protection of the river Roding through a citizen science action programme, giving communities and catchment partners the data and knowledge to advocate for the river, and through a masterplan for the lower Roding, which will influence and inform future development.
- Raise the quality of the habitat in and along the river through the delivery of a significant capital river restoration scheme and a catchment grants programme, so the river brings maximum benefits to both people and wildlife.
- Deliver a legacy for the river Roding by integrating the outputs of The Roding Rises with ambitions of the wider catchment partnership and using the project as a springboard for leveraging further catchment-scale restoration work.
The Roding Rises Project Manager will work alongside a multidisciplinary Thames21 team to ensure each element of the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with maximum impact.
Within the role of co-host of the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Partnership, this position will help develop and advance the namesake catchment’s action plan through building the partnership, facilitating knowledge exchange between various partners, and working across the partnership to develop and successfully fundraise for river & catchment improvement projects.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee the delivery of ‘The Roding Rises’ project, ensuring each work programme delivers its required goals on time, within budget and with maximum impact.
- Work with The Roding Rises admin and finance officer to ensure the smooth administration and reporting of the project.
- Develop and oversee the administration of The Roding Rises grants scheme.
- Support the Roding Rises Engagement, Evidence and River Restoration leads with the administration and coordination of their direct areas of work.
- Line manage and oversee the work of the Roding Rises Reporting and Finance Officer.
- Work with Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, to identify, scope and develop river and catchment improvement projects which are realistic and fundable, thereby enabling the implementation of the Catchment Partnership’s Objectives and Catchment Action Plans to meet national environmental objectives.
- Arrange, host and coordinate meetings for The Roding Rises and the Roding, Beam and Ingrebourne Catchment Partnership to share knowledge, news and project progress between stakeholders, including the production of agendas, minutes and actions.
- With support from Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, lead on the development of match funding applications for The Roding Rises project, and wider funding applications to enable the delivery of river improvement projects across the catchment partnership.
- Work with Catchment Partners and Thames21 support functions, to share information between partners and stakeholders to ensure that all interested parties are up to date with the latest information and knowledge of techniques, opportunities and developments in areas relevant to the Partnerships.
- Update Thames21 central record-keeping databases in line with GDPR requirements.
- Represent Thames2, the Catchment Partnership and The Roding Rises project at events throughout the catchment.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times, the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.
For more information, please refer to the attached job description
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The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. For over 70 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.
As a proactive member of the Secretariat team, to deliver high quality, professional services to FIGO. This will be achieved by;
· Ensuring effective administrative processes within FIGO (incl. meetings support, notetaking, communication, facilities management)
· Supporting the Human Resources function at FIGO (incl. recruitment, BREATH HR and training)
· Coordination of Health and Safety/Fire Safety Support
- To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this opportunity via the Apply button. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
- Closing Date for applications: Wednesday 19th November 11.30pm
- Interviews will take place as we consider applications. If we find a successful candidate the advert will be closed early.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO RESIDE AND WORK IN THE UK. WE WILL EXPECT RELEVANT PROOF OF SUCH IF ASKED FOR AN INTERVIEW (PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR APPLICATION, THANK YOU).
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.
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At Ambitious about Autism, we are currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.
This role will be a key part of our Philanthropy team, working on securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations with the capacity to give up to £30,000. The Philanthropy team is highly regarded, consistently bringing in over half of our organisation's total voluntary income.
You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintain relationships with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience through giving to us. You'll deliver high quality, written applications and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits.
We are looking for someone who has:
- The ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meeting set deadlines
- The ability to engage, inspire, manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in order to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Vision: Home-Start believes every parent should have the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life. Main purpose of job: To support Home-Start Southwark’s administrative and operations functions, enabling us to provide the best possible support to families with children under 5 in Southwark and Lewisham.
Our ambition is to continue to develop outstanding services that meet the needs of our community; if you want to be part of our future, we would love to meet you to discuss this further.
Home-Start believes every parent should have the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to join an exciting team seeking to secure great coverage in the media about Tearfund's work around the world?
You will be providing a range of administrative support to the team across all our work.
You will need:
- A good eye for detail, with strong organisational and communication skills.
- Someone organised, flexible, able to prioritise and calm under pressure.
- A team player who is dynamic, enthusiastic, and proactive in their support.
- To thrive under pressure and consistently deliver excellent proactive support and ideas.
Hybrid working: This role is eligible for hybrid working but you will be required to work from the Tearfund office in Teddington on a Wednesday.
Contract Type: This is a 12 month fixed-term, part time role working 21 hours per week. The full time salary is £30,224 per annum. The part time salary is £18,134 per annum. The working pattern will be agreed with the line manager.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund (in our UK workforce).
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Lepra, an international charity working to beat leprosy and lymphatic filariasis, as our Senior Manager, HR, IT & Operations.
This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping our HR strategy, overseeing IT systems, and strengthening operational effectiveness across the organisation. You’ll play a vital part in building a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace that enables our teams to thrive.
We’re looking for someone with proven HR and operational leadership experience, excellent people skills, and a hands-on, solutions-focused approach. CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience is desirable.
Lepra is dedicated to addressing leprosy and lymphatic filariasis (LF) and their consequences through direct support, advocacy, and the promotion of inclusive communities. We work in Bangladesh and in India, through our sister organisation, LEPRA Society. We work in partnership with people affected by leprosy and LF to improve detection, ensure access to treatment and care, and promote inclusion and wellbeing. We are in our second year of our Global Strategy for 2024-30, which guides us in our efforts to accelerate progress towards global targets for leprosy and LF, and towards our vision of a world free from leprosy and LF.
Job Context
The Senior Manager- HR, Operations, and IT plays a key role in supporting Lepra’s people, systems, and governance functions. Working within a small and collaborative UK team, the postholder leads HR operations and organisational administration. The role combines hands-on delivery with advisory support, ensuring compliance with employment law and internal governance standards, and contributing to the efficient running of the organisation.
Job Purpose
The Senior Manager – HR, Operations, and IT provide functional leadership across human resources, operational management, and information systems. The postholder ensures that Lepra’s people, processes, and infrastructure enable a high-performing, inclusive, and compliant organisation.
Working closely with the Director of Finance and Operations, this role provides support on HR strategy and governance, supports organisational operations, and provides leadership for IT and data management functions.
Working Relationships
Reports to the Director of Finance and Operations
Working with all of Lepra UK on all matters regarding HR, Operations and IT.
Will liaise across all Lepra staff, particularly those in management roles, in accordance with their staff and volunteer roles.
Will work closely with the Senior Management Team and Trustees
Key Responsibilities
The job holder will ensure that Equality/Equity, Diversity and Inclusion are recognised and promoted at all stages in the recruitment cycle for trustees and volunteers. They will provide an internal point of HR contact for all colleagues, liaising as necessary with external HR consultants. They will also provide support to the Trustees and SMT in an efficient, effective and confidential manner.
1. Organisational Support
Provide support on leading the delivery of efficient HR, operational, and IT functions across the organisation.
Provide professional advice and guidance to senior management and staff on people, compliance, and systems matters.
Support the Director of Finance and Operations in ensuring sound governance, risk management, and organisational resilience.
Oversee key internal processes that underpin organisational effectiveness, including performance, policy, and data management.
Support health and safety compliance within the organisation.
Provide executive and administrative support to the Senior Management Team, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute-taking
Support the Director of Finance and Operations in ensuring good governance practices and compliance with charity and employment regulations.
Coordinate Trustee and Board-related administration as required.
Contribute to operational efficiency by supporting the implementation of improved systems and processes.
2. Human Resources and People Development
Ensure HR policies, frameworks, and practices promote fairness, inclusion, and staff wellbeing.
Lead on workforce planning, recruitment, and providing support on retention strategies.
Support professional development, performance management, and engagement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with employment law and uphold best practice in employee relations and safeguarding.
3. Operations and Governance
Oversee office management, facilities, and supplier relationships to maintain effective operations.
Support Board and Committee administration, including minute taking.
Lead the review and implementation of operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Contribute to the development of a collaborative, transparent organisational culture.
4. IT and Data Management
Provide oversight and strategic support to the IT and Data Officer.
Ensure secure, efficient, and user-focused IT systems are in place.
Support the organisation’s data governance framework, ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection legislation.
Drive continuous improvement in digital systems to enhance operational effectiveness and reporting capability.
5. Culture, Inclusion, and Wellbeing
Champion Lepra’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
Promote a positive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect, and collaboration.
Ensure that HR and operational processes align with organisational values and support staff engagement.
At Lepra, you’ll join a small, friendly, and mission-driven team working collaboratively across the UK, India, and Bangladesh.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The People and Culture Assistant will provide efficient, proactive and confidential support across all areas of HR and organisational wellbeing. Working closely with the People and Culture Manager and People and Wellbeing Officer, this role helps ensure that the charity’s people processes run smoothly and that staff across Scotland experience a consistent, fair and values-driven approach to their employment journey.
Key Responsibilities:
- HR Administration and Coordination
- Provide high quality and administrative support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, changes to employment, and leavers
- Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and systems, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation
- Assistant in the preparation of employment documentation, including advertising roles, scheduling interviews, and corresponding with candidates
- Administer payroll changes, benefits, and absence records in collaboration with the Finance Team.
Wellbeing, Engagement, and Culture
- Support the coordination and delivery of wellbeing and engagement activities such aswellbeing days, surveys, and awareness campaigns
- Assist with internal communications relating to people, wellbeing, and culture updates
- Help promote a positive and inclusive organisational culture aligned with the charity’svalues
- Collate feedback from staff engagement activities and support the monitoring ofparticipation rates and feedback trends
Learning and Development
- Coordinate logistics for internal and external training, including booking venues, managing attendance, and updating training records
- Support with the evaluation of learning and development activities
- Maintain accurate records of professional development activity and compliance training
General Support
- Provide administrative support to the People and Culture Team, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing shared inboxes
- Assist with data collection for reporting and audits
- Handle routine queries from staff with professionalism, confidentiality, and care
- Contribute to continuous improvement in people processes, ensuring they are efficient and user-friendly
Essential Criteria:
- Experience in administration or office support, ideally within HR, people, or a charity environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems
- A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to work
- Commitment to the values and mission of Change Mental Health
Desirable Criteria:
- Working towards or interested in studying for a CIPD qualification
- Experience supporting wellbeing, engagement, or inclusion initiatives
- Understanding of HR or people processes
- Awareness and empathy for mental health and wellbeing issues
For over 50 years, our mission has remained the same: to help and support people affected by mental illness.
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Executive Manager
Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,981
Location: Farringdon, hybrid working, minimum 2 days on-site
MLC Partners are actively seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Manager to provide exceptional support to the CEO and leadership team at a renowned, impactful and ambitious charity. Turn2us is a national charity tackling financial insecurity and its structural causes. Offering practical support and information to help everyone thrive, they’re working to change the systems and perceptions that cause financial insecurity across the UK.
If you have the knowledge and experience to ensure the smooth running of the CEOs office; the executive operations, governance and business support functions organisation-wide and you are passionate about this crucial cause - eradicating financial insecurity, then this could be the ideal opportunity to build your career in a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Executive Support to CEO:
- Assemble and prepare papers, being the main point of conduct for CEO key meetings.
- Coordinate, attend, take minutes, and track actions for the Organisational Leadership Team.
- Manage diary, project manage and carry out administration for the CEO.
- Coordinate, attend, take minutes, and track actions for the CEO.
- Follow up on actions from meetings on behalf of the CEO and Chair of EFH, ensuring timely completion.
- Draft correspondence, manage communications, and liaise with key stakeholders including government departments, Patrons’ offices, and external partners, ensuring appropriate professionalism.
Governance Liaison:
- Act as the primary liaison between the CEO and the Group Head of Governance, ensuring all governance-related matters are effectively managed by having weekly check ins with both the Chief Executive and Group Head of Governance, and keeping the Director of People, Culture & Governance informed about pertinent matters.
- Coordinate the preparation and distribution of governance papers and briefing documents for the CEO.
- Ensure timely submission of board and committee papers, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Support the CEO in governance-related activities, including regulatory compliance and strategic planning discussions.
- Work closely with the CEO, Director of Finance and Operations, and Property Consultant on property-related matters.
- Act as secretariat for relevant property committees including meeting scheduling, minute taking and tracking actions.
Business Support:
- Lead the induction of new Business Support team members, ensuring consistency in approach.
- Hold regular meetings with the Business Support team, inviting feedback and implementing improvements.
- Lead meetings with Business Support staff to share best practices and resolve operational challenges.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Lead and support the Business Support team, providing a backup service to teams across the organisation, ensuring tasks are carried out in a timely manner. Where there is insufficient capacity within the Business Support Team, this may mean sourcing a temp or outside agency.
Person Specification:
It’s 2025, no-one should be lying awake worrying about mounting bills. No child should be starting their school day cold and hungry. But the fact is, it’s happening, and we want to end it. With an ambitious strategy, we need a strong leader to work alongside the CEO and leadership team who can streamline operations and coordinate key business functions. Successful applicants will have previous experience providing executive support at a senior level with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
You should have a sound understanding of governance processes, including board and committee administration, be an excellent communicator with the ability to draft high-quality correspondence. In addition, you will bring proven leadership experience, motivating and coordinating others, while demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the values of Turn2us.
Essential Criteria:
- Significant experience in a high-level Executive Assistant or Business Support Management role.
- Strong knowledge of governance processes, including board and committee administration.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting formal correspondence and briefing papers.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate and motivate others.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with digital collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint).
Skills:
- Substantial experience working in a senior administrative role or comparable work, highly organised, able to plan proactively and prioritise work, with excellent time management skills and the ability to deliver to a deadline under pressure within a context of competing demands
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), CRM databases and virtual meeting products
- Ability to take a strategic approach, working across the organisation to suggest and implement processes and systems, creating business plans for new initiatives
- Understanding of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning to support effective impact and continuous improvement, good project management and budgeting skills
- Demonstrable and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to manage effective working relationships.
Knowledge:
- Understanding of safeguarding and safe working practices including Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging and its practical application
- Experience of organisation of meetings, travel arranging, diary management and email management
- Ability to take concise, accurate and efficiently produced minutes of meetings
- Line management experience and ability to motivate others
Attributes:
- Personal commitment to the work of Turn2us
- Resilience, good problem-solving skills
- Initiative/self-starter: able to operate independently and be a team worker.
- A continual improvement approach to yourself and to the work
- Tactful and diplomatic with emotional intelligence
How to Apply/Interview dates
To express your interest or request the full candidate briefing pack, please contact Tess at MLC directly or submit your application via the link provided.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of financial insecurity or those from underrepresented communities, including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic groups, disabled people, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Closing date of applications: Friday 14th November
1st stage interviews: w/c 17th November
2nd stage interviews (face-to-face): w/c 24th November


