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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Savoy Educational Trust in and help support our mission to advance & enhance education, training and skills development in the UK hospitality industry. As our new Executive Board & Governance Administrator you will play a key role in helping us deliver our new 5-year strategy by providing vital support to our Executive Team & Board of Trustees.
Location: Remote working (UK-based) with occasional travel
Contract: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (based on experience) plus 5% employer pension contribution
Contract type: Permanent
Holidays: 25 days per year (plus bank holidays)
ABOUT US
The Savoy Educational Trust is a leading grant-making charity with a mission to drive excellence in education and career development in the UK hospitality industry. We exist to empower the next generation of hospitality professionals by supporting education, training, and development initiatives that enhance the capabilities and skills of those who wish to pursue a long-term career in this dynamic and important sector of the UK economy.
We provide targeted funding and support to organisations that deliver impactful education, training and development programmes designed to inspire, prepare and equip individuals for fulfilling and sustainable careers in the UK hospitality sector. Our main beneficiaries include educational establishments (schools through to universities), industry charities and non-profits (large and small), and an array of industry associations.
Our work is guided by a committed group of Trustees and a small Executive Office Team. We have a strong legacy and a clear vision for the future.
ABOUT YOU
As we grow and adapt to the changing needs of the sector, we are now looking for a highly organised and proactive Executive Board & Governance Administrator to support the delivery of our new 5-year strategy and to oversee the smooth running of our administrative/governance operations.
This role requires a meticulous individual, with previous experience in a high-level administrative role and ideally some knowledge of charity governance. The postholder will have excellent organisational & IT skills, a strong work ethic, a keen eye for detail, and an ability to communicate confidently and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders. They will actively promote and uphold the Trust’s mission and values and will always exercise a high level of good judgment, diplomacy and discretion, in respect of the confidential information that they are party to. The postholder will be highly self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work effectively to build strong relationships with our beneficiaries, the Chief Executive/Executive Office team and our Board of Trustees.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Main Purpose of the Role
This is a central role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Trust, providing secretarial support to the Board of Trustees and ensuring smooth and efficient administrative/governance processes. The postholder will be the first point of contact for enquiries and will be responsible for coordinating meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining accurate records.
Why Join Us?
- Flexibility: Remote working with occasional travel to meetings and/or projects.
- Impact: Work for a charity making a tangible difference to young people and the hospitality sector.
- Collaboration: Be part of a small, passionate team with a strong sense of purpose.
- Development: Develop your skills in charity governance, grant-making, and non-profit administration.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please send:
- A CV detailing your experience.
- A short cover letter (no more than 2 pages) explaining your interest in the role and how you meet the person specification. Please indicate notice period required.
Applications close: 5th October 2025
Shortlisting: w/c 6th October 2025
Stage 1 interview (online/video call): w/c 13th October 2025
Final interview (in person in central London): w/c 20th October 2025 (travel expenses reimbursed if you live outside London)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Philanthropy team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) is responsible for securing donations from individual major donors, grant-making trusts and foundations. The role of Philanthropy Officer is key to the success of the Philanthropy team, working closely with other team members and stakeholders across ARUK.
At the heart of the Philanthropy team is our desire to help our supporters change the world, in a way that is meaningful and exciting to them.
We work with a growing portfolio of individual donors and charitable trusts, getting to know them - through meetings, events, lab tours, reporting on the impact of their donations and regular touchpoints - so that we can match their philanthropic goals to our research initiatives. We work hard to provide bespoke stewardship, build relationships, and impart scientific information to promote ARUK and give donors the best possible experience of working with us.
By nurturing these relationships, we gain long-term meaningful support from donors and their networks, and as a result can secure significant donations which range all the way up to eight figures.
We are looking for an articulate, proactive and people-orientated individual to join our highly successful team. The ideal candidate will have strong relationship management skills, a high degree of emotional intelligence, and will be an ambitious self-starter.
We are seeking someone who understands the importance of investing in dementia research and can convey that with passion to our supporters. In return, we can offer an exciting, supportive working environment and the opportunity to join a small major gifts team that punches well above its weight.
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
Relationship building and income generation
· Build relationships with a portfolio of current and prospective major donors and charitable trusts, gauging their level of interest in our work, providing them with opportunities to engage with ARUK, and encouraging them to invest in our research.
· Develop an engagement plan for each relationship, taking full ownership and moving each donor / trust forward through qualification, solicitation and stewardship.
· Fundraise for different aspects of ARUK’s work, including key research initiatives such as the Drug Discovery Alliance.
· Think ambitiously and creatively in producing compelling and persuasive written communications for donors, including letters, proposals, applications and progress reports.
· Solicit donors for gifts at face-to-face meetings, where appropriate.
· Provide an exceptional level of stewardship to donors, ensuring they are thanked and updated and that their relationship with ARUK grows in depth and value.
· Think innovatively and support the team’s goal to embed the use of digital in our work.
· Work with senior volunteers and senior staff, where appropriate, empowering them to open their networks and ask for support.
· Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues in the Science Communications, Media and Engagement, Research and Finance teams.
CRM
· Ensure donor records are kept up-to-date through daily use of Salesforce.
· Use Salesforce to track income and activity, and as a planning tool.
Events
· Support the Donor Relations Manager in planning bespoke events / lab tours for our supporters, by providing guest lists, communicating with invitees and updating Salesforce records.
· Represent ARUK at Philanthropy team events, and at other ARUK events where major donors or the representatives of charitable trusts may be attending.
What we are looking for:
· Experience gained working in a major gift fundraising or client relationship management role
· Demonstrable experience of developing long-term / strategic relationships
· Demonstrable experience of developing / influencing relationships through face-to-face conversations
· Demonstrable experience of working effectively without close supervision
· Ability to communicate with, and enthuse, a wide variety of people in a compelling, professional manner
· Exceptional listening skills
· Strong writing skills with the ability to write persuasively for a range of audiences
· Ability to absorb and process new information quickly
· Ability to grasp complex scientific concepts to a reasonable level (ie. well-informed lay person)
· Ability to plan, prioritise and set goals, and to follow through each piece of work to completion
· Ability to work collaboratively and see the bigger organisational picture
· An understanding of the principles of major gifts fundraising
· Excellent IT skills, including strong working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
· High levels of emotional intelligence
· Genuine interest in people
· Curious and creative, enjoys investigating and solving problems
· Driven and highly proactive - adept at spotting opportunities and maximizing them
· Feels strongly that dementia research is valuable and vital
· Confident and personable
· Diplomatic and discreet; has integrity
· Belief in the importance of striving for excellence
· Flexible approach, with willingness to undertake occasional evening work
Additional Information:
Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 21st September 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure.
In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.
We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:
· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.
· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.
· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.
ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference.
To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In the words of Nobel Laureate Abhijit Banerjee, "Pratham's impact on the lives of millions of kids has been tremendous; it is quite simply an exceptional, best-in-class organisation that has managed to scale across India."
Founded in India, Pratham has become one of the world’s most influential education charities—pioneering cost-effective, evidence-based solutions that have transformed learning for millions of children. Now, through Pratham UK and our global partners, we’re taking these proven programmes to communities across the Global South—from rural India to sub-Saharan Africa, and soon to Latin America, with a new office opening in Bogotá, Colombia.
In the UK, we’ve grown income from £350k to £1.7m in just four years, powered by a committed network of high-net-worth individuals and philanthropists—many from the Indian diaspora. We’re aiming even higher, with a goal of £4m annually by 2030 - our US sister charity raise $30m a year and $20m is raised in India, the programmes are effective and highly scalable.
We’re seeking a talented Head of Philanthropy and Special Events to lead major donor fundraising, oversee our flagship gala, and expand our high-value events. This is your chance to shape the growth of a pioneering Indian NGO with truly global impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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World Jewish Relief launched the Specialist Training and Employment Programme (STEP) for refugees in 2016 and today we are the largest provider of specialist employment support to people who have experienced forced migration in the UK.
STEP aims to support refugees and others who have experienced forced migration to overcome the complex barriers they face in preparing for, and ultimately finding, work in the UK. We work with individuals, regardless of their background or proximity to the labour market, helping them develop the skills and access the opportunities they need to secure sustainable and meaningful employment.
We deliver STEP through both online and in-person programmes across the UK. Our work includes targeted support for women refugees, Afghan nationals, Ukrainians, and people who have come through the asylum system.
Our flagship in-person programme is delivered in partnership with a network of expert local delivery partners — including local authorities and NGOs — to ensure high-quality, community-based support.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Programme Officer, who will be central to the smooth delivery and coordination of the STEP In-Person Programme. You will work closely with a network of expert partners, including local authorities and NGOs, to ensure high-quality, accessible support is delivered within communities.
You will be responsible for a range of programme and partnership management tasks, including oversight of grant payments, data and impact reporting, delivery partner support, and internal training and induction. You will also contribute to the design and delivery of specialist strands of STEP, including our pilot programme for people seeking asylum and our Experts by Experience Board. You will work closely with the STEP Programme Manager to implement the programme’s current delivery and help shape its future direction into 2025 and beyond.
About you
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Experience of working in a programme delivery or coordination role, particularly supporting refugees or other marginalised groups into employment
- Experience supporting or managing external partnerships or stakeholders
- Experience organising, planning and facilitating training and workshops
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills
- Strong Excel and data handling skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and CRM databases
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Willingness to travel within the UK for partner meetings and events
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday pro rata plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
- We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief values equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and we encourage applications from candidates of all ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, genders, sex, sexual orientations, ages, disability, faiths (or non), marital status (or non), that meet the criteria set out for this role.
We are striving to build a team reflective of the communities we work with. People with experience of forced migration are experts by experience and are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. If you have first-hand experience of forced migration, please let us know in your application. Additionally, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements that are listed within the person specification.
We respect that people’s identity is not defined by their past experiences and do not expect candidates to describe their lived experience during the interview process unless they wish to do so.
You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must be committed to our faith-based values of Justice, Kindness, Repairing the World and Welcoming the Stranger. We are inspired by these values to work beyond our community, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please upload your CV and a cover letter which outlines why this role appeals to you and how you meet the criteria in the person specification. Please refer to the person specification which shows which criteria will be assessed in your CV and cover letter.
Interviews will be held remotely week commencing 29th September 2025.
Bringing life-changing action to people in crisis around the world
Conservation Collective (CC) funds solutions to protect the environment, restore nature, and safeguard against climate change. The CC UK charity incubates, launches, and supports locally focused foundations, which open new funding channels to support the most impactful environmental grassroots projects. Our network comprises 20 members based all over the world and is growing.
We manage and monitor our donor relations, grant giving governance, contacts, and event activities, via a bespoke and customised salesforce system. This was launched in early 2022 and has been developed and configured to meet our growing needs since then.
As the demand for our model increases around the world, we need a highly capable Salesforce Administrator to support us to ensure our system is well managed, users are trained, and we can create accurate reports for our donors and other audiences. We’re looking for someone who can not only ensure that the existing system works well, is well managed and who can help us generate high-quality reports from the system to help us to raise more funding to support grassroots conservation work.
The role will report to the Finance Director and will work closely with the rest of the team in the UK and around the world, it is a critical role that is central to the success of our global network, and there is lots of scope for an ambitious candidate to grow in responsibility with it.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee Salesforce System: maintenance, administration, prioritisation and training
Maintenance, user management, support and development
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Administer and maintain the Salesforce platform, managing user access, profiles, roles, and security settings.
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Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve any operational or functional problem.
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Maintain reliable records in all objects on Salesforce by eliminating duplicates monthly, processing user deletion requests and updating records for lists with up-to-date information on key stakeholders (e.g. trustees, contractors etc).
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Ensure automatic back-ups are working and up to date and an understanding of how to restore back-ups if needed, protecting our organisational data.
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Maintain comprehensive documentation of Salesforce configurations and process.
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Managing Data Import Templates to upload ad-hoc batch data into Opportunities, using Data Loader or any other data import and data quality tools.
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Oversee data governance log: maintaining log of changes to review with the team, discussing effect on budget and system usage to feed into prioritisation of new features and functionality, support the communication of any platform changes to end users
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Manage onboarding and offboarding users both with Salesforce and Microsoft platforms.
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Oversee smooth onboarding and training process for new members and refresher training where appropriate to ensure effective adoption and system use.
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Respond to individual questions from users via tickets, on Slack and share tips and tricks regularly via Slack Channel updates to review any Salesforce learnings, any features from latest Salesforce release, any security updates, any best practices.
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Work with our external Salesforce consultants on any requests of flow maintenance or improvements and monitoring effective use of credits and budgets.
Form Assembly Management
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Manage the integration of Form Assembly with Salesforce ensuring all connectors work well and troubleshoot and update connections where needed.
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Support users with the building/maintenance of individual Grant Application forms, updating when needed (ad hoc) and embedding them in their websites.
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Future scope any gaps in the Grant Application process, improve data management using validation, document and improve on existing processes.
Dashboard and Reporting Management
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Support us to produce effective and easy to understand reports from the system:
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Opportunities - pipeline and income reports
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Grants - tracker and applications analysis,
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Impact – dashboards and project reports
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Best Practice Metrics – support and create best practice reports
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Provide quarterly analysis of user activity in the system, identifying and addressing trends or issues that arise from this
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Support the senior management team to prepare quarterly data and reports for trustee meeting and annual reports.
Overseeing our IT systems with the support of outsourced consultants
As well as the Salesforce administration, the candidate we’re looking for will also be able to:
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Be a key point of contact with our outsourced IT company, overseeing the creation of new users and managing the leavers’ processes on the MS 365 environment
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Support CC team to maintain and ensure Sharepoint intranet is working smoothly and is up to date, user management of licenses and active users, their security settings, distribution lists.
Support the Data Protection Officer in data protection matters.
The successful candidate for this role will need to demonstrate:
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Proven experience as a Salesforce Administrator, who holds Salesforce Administrator certification.
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Proficiency in Salesforce Lightning Experience.
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Solid understanding of Salesforce security models, including roles, profiles, and permission sets.
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Clear communication skills, both verbal and written. This is vital in supporting colleagues with less technical experience.
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Understanding of a Microsoft 365 environment
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Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
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Self-motivation, detail-orientation and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and escalate where needed.
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Ability to work independently/remotely.
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Experience in not-for-profit sector
Ideally, they’ll also be:
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Passionate about nature and the environment.
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Comfortable with using Slack and Canva environments.
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Being able to speak other languages, Spanish, Greek or Italian would be a bonus!
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Hours: Full time (flexible hours negotiable).
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Start date: As soon as possible
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Location: Remote, will need to be able to travel to London for attend meetings (average 4 per year).
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Line manager: Finance Director
Working closely with: Executive Director, Network Director, Development Officer, Programme Manager, Development Officer, Network Coordinator
Benefits: being part of a dynamic, creative, and growing team working to amplify the impact of local grassroots environmental work, as well as:
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Flexible working as standard (hours and location)
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Unlimited holiday allowance
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Private medical insurance
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Salary sacrifice pension scheme
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CPD opportunities
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Possible travel in the UK and internationally
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Saving the world!
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To apply send your CV and a short cover letter by September 11th
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
Beacon is now in its second decade and has grown substantially over the last three years, including a rebrand and expansion into international projects. To support this growth, we are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and intuitive Admin & Operations Officer to help ensure the smooth running of our daily activities and core functions.
This varied role spans many aspects of our work, from administration and resource management to supporting the systems and tools that keep Beacon working efficiently. You’ll work across the charity, supporting our executive leadership, projects teams, and fundraising activities, as well as and ensuring colleagues have the information and resources they need to deliver for our beneficiaries.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the charity and in supporting senior staff. As you settle into the role, you’ll have opportunities to develop skills in areas such as financial management, executive support, relationship management, stewardship, or project logistics, depending on your interests and the charity’s needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their career, with full training and support provided. You’ll gain experience with a wide range of platforms and processes – from finance tools, databases, and information management – making it a great foundation for building broad, transferable skills in the charity sector. Where possible, you’ll also have the chance to get involved in other aspects of our work, offering valuable insight into how a small but ambitious organisation operates.
We also welcome applications from experienced administrators, operations professionals, or executive assistants. Such candidates may be appointed as Senior Operations Officer, with additional responsibilities and a higher salary.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Organisational administration
- Lead on day-to-day operational processes to ensure the efficient running of the organisation.
- Provide executive support to the CEO and COO, including diary coordination, scheduling, and meeting logistics.
- Oversee internal financial processes, including processing expenses and invoices, documenting charity income and outgoings, ensuring accurate record keeping, and liaising with our external accounting team.
- Coordinate team activities such as strategy days, team-building events, and the annual Christmas party.
- Support HR-related processes such as managing staff anniversaries, birthdays, departures, and basic record-keeping.
- Act as liaison between the CEO and Board of Trustees as required.
- Collaborate with building management to ensure smooth operation of office facilities.
Fundraising administration
- Provide administrative support for funding applications and reports, including document preparation and submission.
- Monitor timelines and deadlines for all fundraising-related commitments, ensuring requirements are met.
- Maintain accurate fundraising records, keeping donor and income information up to date in our systems.
- Liaise with fundraising partners, sponsors, and donors as required.
N.B. The fundraising aspect of this role is focused on providing administrative and logistical support. This is not a fundraising position, and applicants are not expected to be responsible for income generation.
Team-wide support
- Monitor and respond to incoming enquiries via phone, email, and the Contact Us form, ensuring timely and professional communication.
- Process and respond to volunteer applications, maintaining accurate records and liaising with applicants as required.
- Manage organisational resources, including internal supplies and external materials, monitoring stock levels and coordinating reorders.
- Provide office management support to ensure a well-functioning, well-resourced working environment.
- Organise team travel arrangements for internal and external events.
Occasional duties
- Provide support in the lead-up to major events with preparation of materials as required.
- Support on-the-day delivery of major events alongside other team members.
- Represent the charity at external events and exhibitions.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their career who is eager to learn and grow within a supportive team. We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual who can take ownership of their work, spot opportunities to improve processes, and contribute positively to all areas of the charity.
Essential
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities, monitor timelines, and meet deadlines independently.
- Self-motivated and able to work proactively, showing initiative to identify needs, address issues, and make improvements to processes and systems.
- Strong written communication and record-keeping, skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
- The ability to adapt your communication style to different audiences, such as colleagues, beneficiaries, trustees and donors.
- A proficient user of various IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher), G-Suite, and Zoom, with a willingness and aptitude to learn new platforms.
- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams, coupled with the confidence to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
- Flexible and resilient, with the ability to remain level-headed and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to Beacon’s mission and desire to represent the charity with professionalism and integrity.
Desirable
- Previous experience in an administrative, operations, or executive support role.
- Experience of working or volunteering in a charity or not-for-profit environment.
- Familiarity with fundraising administration, databases, or finance systems.
- Understanding of rare diseases, health charities, or small-organisation dynamics.
Experienced candidates
We welcome applications from candidates with proven experience in administration, operations, or executive support roles, who are interested in a Senior Admin & Operations Officer position.
For this level, we are looking for demonstrated competence in managing complex administrative tasks, coordinating across teams, and supporting senior leadership with minimal supervision. Senior Admin & Operations Officers should be confident in taking initiative, driving improvements, and handling a broader range of responsibilities.
WORKING AT BEACON
Beacon is a small, tight-knit team, with a friendly atmosphere and strong commitment to our beneficiaries. We aim to give all employees opportunities to pursue their interests, develop their skills, and shape their career path.
We offer flexible working practices to help our staff balance their personal and professional lives, including hybrid working and flexible hours. While our hybrid policy requires all staff to work in the office at least two days per week, the high level of cross-team collaboration, executive support responsibilities, and office management duties involved in the Operations Officer role mean that regular in-person attendance is particularly important.
After the initial in-person onboarding period, we’d like this role to be based in the office for around three days a week on average, though not necessarily every single week, to help maintain effective teamwork and smooth daily operations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who we are: Brake has been supporting victims of road carnage since 1995, and we're on a mission to prevent future collisions. Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on our roads, impacting lives profoundly.
Join our team: We are seeking a Service Delivery Lead to have operational oversight and responsibility for Brake’s National Road Victim Service (NRVS). Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the role will focus on building strong foundations, fostering a positive team culture, and ensuring effective service delivery.
Not your average job: This role is an excellent opportunity to build on our current support offer as well as driving meaningful service improvement, and playing a key role in building a stronger, more effective team culture across the National Road Victim Service.
What we offer:
- A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day shutdown period between Christmas and New Year, pro-rata for part-time working patterns)
- Birthday day off
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
- Death in service benefit
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working
- A rewarding role with purpose
- Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees
Who you are: An excellent communicator, with the ability to engage and inspire and a proven ability to get things done. You will have strong, robust, and consistent leadership skills, and be capable of making sound judgments under pressure and ensuring timely resolutions. Proven experience in managing or leading a team within a service delivery environment is a must as is experience in safeguarding, and managing risk, including clinical escalation and operational risk mitigation.
You will have a visible, approachable and supportive leadership style, combined with resilience and adaptability, a collaborative mindset and a commitment to Brake’s mission to support road victims and create safer roads for everyone.
Specifically seeking candidates with:
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to delegate effectively
- Proven experience in managing or leading a team within a service delivery environment
- Competence in managing risk, including clinical escalation and operational risk mitigation
- Commitment to inclusivity, fairness, and promoting a culture of equality
- Competence in monitoring performance metrics and reporting outcomes to senior leadership
- A full, clean UK driving licence (if you are a driver)
- competent IT skills for remote work
Join our mission: Your greatest reward will be knowing you've made a positive difference in someone's recovery from psychological trauma.
About us: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, read our full job descriptions and apply now.
Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at interview.
A DBS check is required due to the sensitive nature of our service.
Join us today and be part of the solution!
We will interview as and when we receive strong applications and will close the vacancy early if we find the right candidate.
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We work to stop road deaths and injuries, support people affected by road crashes and campaign for safe and healthy mobility for all.


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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with The Talent Foundry in their search for a Head of Fundraising role. The Talent Foundry is dedicated to helping young people from under-served communities unlock their potential and prepare for the world of work or higher education.They are looking to increase unrestricted income from fundraising outside of corporate partnerships. This senior position involves leading strategic fundraising efforts to secure vital income, leading a small team across fundraising and marketing.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for all of fundraising income and to develop structure of fundraising to diversify income streams
- Design and implement effective fundraising strategies
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors and partners
- Lead and support fundraising and marketing teams, fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver fundraising campaigns and events
- Track, analyse, and report on fundraising performance metrics
- Identify new funding opportunities and stay updated on sector trends
- Represent the organisation at external engagements to build awareness and support
Person Specification
- Experience in leading successful fundraising programmes within the charity sector with experience from one of the following areas: Trust and Foundations, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnership
- Ability to be strategic and also hands as fundraising on to meet the needs of a smaller charity
- Would suit an ambitious experienced manager looking to develop their career
- Strong relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholder groups
- Strategic thinker with excellent organisational abilities
- Effective communicator capable of engaging a wide audience
- Leadership qualities to motivate teams and volunteers
- Analytical and results-focused with attention to detail
- Budget management and resource allocation skills
What’s on Offer
Salary: £45,000
Role is home based but with commitment to travel to London for meetings 1-3 times a month.
Part time options available
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Interviews to be held via teams on the 22nd/23rd September with 2nd stage in person on the 6th October.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Talent is everywhere, opportunity is not. The Talent Foundry, a UK education charity, bridges this gap and improves social mobility for young people.





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Senior Trust Fundraiser – Make an Impact That Lasts
Employer: Kids
Location: Remote (with opportunities to visit our services and attend in-person meetings, events, and networking with colleagues and partners)
Salary: £36,400
Hours: Full-time (36 hrs/week) – 4 days/week (28.8 hrs) considered
Contract: Permanent
Experience: Proven track record of securing funding from trusts and foundations
Are you a passionate storyteller who can turn great ideas into compelling cases for support?
If you’re motivated by making a tangible difference and want to work in a supportive, collaborative, and purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
At Kids, we believe every disabled child and young person should have the opportunity to thrive. As our Senior Trust Fundraiser, you’ll play a vital role in making that happen—helping us secure the funding that powers life-changing projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading on exciting funding bids and growing relationships with a diverse portfolio of funders.
- Working closely with passionate colleagues across Kids to shape innovative, fundable projects that align with our mission.
- Building meaningful, long-term relationships with existing supporters, showing them the real-life impact of their generosity.
- Producing high-quality, inspiring reports that highlight the stories, numbers, and voices behind our work.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has at least two years’ experience in trust fundraising and understands the sector.
- Writes with clarity, warmth, and impact—able to distil complex ideas into persuasive proposals.
- Feels confident with budgets and can talk openly about charity finances.
- Thrives in building relationships—whether with funders, service delivery teams, or senior leaders.
- Is adaptable, tenacious, and ready to take on a competitive fundraising landscape with creativity and drive.
Why Join Kids?
We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We care about your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. Here’s what we offer:
The Good Stuff/Benefits
- Join a company that truly cares about your wellbeing
- Enjoy an enviable annual leave package, starting at a generous 25 days and growing each year up to 30 days.
- Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday.
- Enjoy your entitlement to Bank Holidays.
- We've got your back with Maternity and Paternity Pay.
- Rest easy knowing you're covered with our Death in Service plan.
- Invest in your pension plan with the option to top it up knowing that Kids is also contributing 3%.
- Achieve work-life harmony with flexible hours tailored to your needs.
- Unlock exclusive discounts by taking up membership of a perks discount site
- Spread the word and reap the rewards with our enticing "Recommend a Friend" scheme.
- Access confidential support and expert guidance 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, helping you navigate both personal and professional challenges.
- Take care of yourself with Company Sick Pay which you are entitled to from your first day.
- 5 days of paid family/carers leave.
- Salary sacrifice schemes available
- Develop your mentoring skills by either being a mentor or signing up for our mentoring programme.
- Expand your horizons with Kids’ online learning platforms, offering a wealth of professional courses for your personal and career development.
- Apprenticeship programmes available for employees
- Benefit from a colleague engagement programme enabling your voice to be heard.
- Lean on us during difficult times with Bereavement Leave.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds
Whether you’ve worked for a national charity, a local organisation, or in another fundraising context, if you meet the criteria and share our commitment to equality and inclusion, we’d love you to apply. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented communities in fundraising, including disabled, LGBTQ+, and ethnically diverse candidates.
Ready to apply?
View the full job description and submit your application. Tell us in your supporting statement how your skills and experiences match what we’re looking for—and why you’re excited about joining Kids
Please note that we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Learning and Development Advisor
We are looking for a proactive and passionate Learning and Development Advisor to lead on the review, implementation and ongoing evaluation and continuous improvement of the Leadership Development Programme.
This role is full-time and is home-based with some travel throughout England and Wales as required.
Position: 6287 Learning & Development Advisor - Leadership Development
Location: Homebased
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week (the majority of work will be Monday to Friday 9 to 5, with some evening work and moderate travel)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £29,413.74 per annum
Closing Date: 9th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.
The Role
This is an exciting role that requires a mixture of skills in relation to learning and development. You will be focusing on leadership and management development across the organisation. It will include the design and delivery of innovative learning interventions that support the development of leaders and managers. Modern thinking and practice are essential for this role, as well as a good understanding of leadership and management development.
The L&D Team want to step away from ‘traditional’ and you will need to be creative, motivated, and brave, generating and implementing new ways of enhancing the leader’s development. You will have scope and space to try new interventions, evaluate impact and make a difference to our overall organisational strategy.
You will:
- Use your creativity and ability to experiment in introducing innovative and modern learning practices across the organisation
- Design and deliver innovative learning interventions that support leadership and management development across the organisation.
- Work with Subject Matter Experts and senior staff within the organisation to understand learning needs and develop the right interventions.
- Create evaluation methods to measure changes in behaviour and performance across leaders and managers
- Act as a valued advisor for leaders and managers across the organisation supporting their development
It is essential to be able to work without direct supervision, prioritise work and deal with competing and conflicting demands in an organised and effective manner. The post is for 37.5 hours per week and a degree of flexibility is necessary. This role will work from home but will have moderate travel nationally across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for someone with experience of:
- Delivering successful leadership and management development programmes using innovative approaches
- Planning courses and evaluating outcomes
- Delivering soft skills training and experiential learning activities
- Ability to motivate and influence others
If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply.
In Return…
Benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Organisation
This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events.
As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
You may have experience in areas such as Learning, Learning and Development, L&D, Learning Officer, Learning and Development Officer, L&D Officer, Learning Advisor, Learning and Development Advisor, L&D Advisor. #INDNFP
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
The National Youth Agency is looking for a new Chief Operating Officer to join our Executive Leadership Team.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week
Salary: £85,000 per annum
Remote: This role is homebased (within the UK) with occasional to meetings, events and conferences.
What we do
As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
About the Role
Responsibilities will include:
- The COO leads the day-to-day functioning of the organisation to ensure smooth, efficient, and effective delivery of services. This is vital for maintaining operational stability and achieving strategic outcomes.
- They design and execute strategies that align with the organisation’s mission and long-term goals ensuring resources are used effectively and priorities are clear.
- They promote a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement through supporting employee engagement, productivity, and organisational success.
- The COO collaborates closely with the CEO/CFO and other senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives and business growth, ensuring unified leadership and coherent decision-making.
- They partner with the CFO to manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation. Financial oversight ensures sustainability and supports informed investment in strategic priorities.
- Strengthen governance and risk management frameworks, aligned to regulatory expectations and best practice while proactively managing reputational and operational risks.
- The COO cultivates strong relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders to enhance service delivery and reputation. These relationships are key to influence, collaboration, and impact.
- They lead efforts to improve processes and adopt best practices across the charity to enhance efficiency and keeps the organisation competitive and responsive.
- They ensure that daily activities support the charities long-term objectives.
- The COO mentors other directors and departmental heads and fosters leadership capabilities across teams.
- They establish and track KPIs to identify inefficiencies and guide improvements through data-driven decision-making to enhance accountability and results.
- They evaluate and refine workflows to boost productivity developing efficient processes to reduce waste and improve service quality.
- They act as a bridge between departments and the CEO to ensure cohesive execution of strategic plans preventing silos and promoting organisational synergy.
- The COO serves as a senior figure in national and cross-sector forums, conferences, and strategic partnerships to strengthens the organisation’s voice and influence.
- They demonstrate commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in both internal culture and external programmes to foster a fair and inclusive organisation.
- They work with the CEO, CFO and Director of Growth to identify and pursue new revenue streams and strategic partnerships. This expands the organisation’s reach and sustainability.
- They engage in public speaking, media interactions, and external representation demonstrating clear communication, credibility, and stakeholder engagement.
- They develop and embed evaluation frameworks to assess progress against strategic goals. The measuring of our impact ensures accountability and informs future planning.
- They promote the organisation’s brand at events and through networking.
The COO takes on other responsibilities as needed to support the organisation’s mission.
About You
Essential competencies of the Chief Operating Officer:
- Extensive experience in senior leadership with a proven track record in operations, financial and risk management, and delivering high-performing teams, ideally in the charity sector.
- Strong understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, Marketing, etc.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think strategically and execute effectively.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Commercially astute, process-driven, and highly pragmatic in approach.
- Experience in driving performance and fostering a collaborative culture.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field; MBA preferred
Why Work for NYA?
- NYA operates as a people-first organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
- NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
- A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
- NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
- We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit the following via our online application platform by 11:59pm on Monday 29th September 2025:
A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements in line with the person specification in the About You section.
A covering letter highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the requirements in the About You section.
We will request data for our EEDI monitoring purposes, providing this is optional.
Please note: The covering letter is an essential part of the application process and will be assessed as part of your full application. We use AI detector software, so cover letters or CV’s with over 80% AI generated content will be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance. CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.
The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer.
At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission.
We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.
Youth Work changes lives
Which is why we’re committed to ensuring that as many young people as possible get to benefit from it.As the national body for youth work in England, the National Youth Agency (NYA) exists to champion its transformative power. We believe all young people should have the opportunity to benefit from the life-changing impact of extraordinary youth workers and trained volunteers.
We help to grow youth work provision in ways that keep it effective, relevant, safe and engaging, to help millions of young people reach their potential and thrive. We do this by providing guidance, support, advice, training and staff development opportunities for youth workers and youth work organisations. At the heart of everything we do are young people themselves. We work hard to ensure their voices are integrated into all our work, to develop provision that truly meets their needs.
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Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) is the national charity caring for historic churches at risk. As the operator of the third largest heritage estate in charitable ownership in the UK, our 356 historic churches include examples of irreplaceable architecture, archaeology and art from 1,000 years of English history.
CCT has an international award-winning reputation in heritage conservation and regeneration. All churches in our care are listed, mostly Grade I and II*, and some are Scheduled Ancient Monuments.
Without our care, these buildings might have disappeared entirely. Instead, they are enjoyed as social, tourism, educational and cultural resources, kept open, in use, and living once again in the heart of their communities.
Overall job purpose
The future of CCT’s outstanding collection of historic churches depends on us supporting communities around our churches caring for, opening, using and raising money for them. The Lead Local Community Officer will play the prime role in ensuring that local people are engaged, recruited, trained and supported.
The Lead Local Community Officer will lead the regional team of Local Community Officers to support, recruit, liaise with and develop volunteer and community supporters to care, open, use and raise money for the CCT’s collection of historic churches.
They will head the Church Planning process for the region, ensuring every church maintains and develops their co-created Church Plan.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Friday 12th September 2025.
The interviews will take place in Northampton on Wednesday 24th September 2025. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.
As part of our recruitment process, we undertake candidate psychometric testing, you will receive an email following your application submission asking you to complete a series of activities.
All successful applicants will be subject to a basic DBS, references and right to work checks.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.
If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Charity Support Officer
Location: Remote, with regular meetings in London, applicants must be based in or around London
Salary: £27,700 - £29,000 per year
Contract: Full-time with opportunities to work flexibly over 4 days
Reporting to: CEO
About AWN
All Ways Network (AWN) is a UK-registered charity dedicated to empowering non-profits that support diverse Muslim communities across the UK, particularly those with an annual income under £1 million towards becoming fundable.
We provide grassroots organisations with vital services from bid-writing and application reviews to webinars, training, and tailored charity support. This helps them access funding, strengthen governance, build capacity, and adopt best practices in a challenging funding landscape.
Committed to equitable grant-making and a stronger civil society, AWN champions the vision of: “Thriving non-profits empowering Muslim communities to enrich UK society.”
Role Overview: Knowledge in grant-funding, capacity building, organisational support
We are seeking a proactive and collaborative Charity Support Officer to help deliver AWN’s mission. You will be the first point of contact for grassroots charities, supporting them to strengthen their organisations and improve their chances of securing grant funding by offering practical guidance, signposting, and building trusted relationships that help them grow in confidence and resilience. The role includes helping organisations strengthen governance and compliance, sharing information on grant-funding opportunities, and supporting them to identify challenges and develop practical solutions.
The non-profits you will support work across a wide range of areas for example: women, health and wellbeing, youth, homelessness and poverty, family services, sports, faith groups, crime and gangs, prisoners and ex-offenders, refugees and asylum seekers, drug addiction, older people and rehabilitation, and many more.
Bringing a strong awareness of the barriers facing small charities particularly Muslim-led groups, will be key to helping them build long-term sustainability and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as the first point of contact for charities and community groups, managing a varied caseload and balancing priorities.
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Carry out needs assessments to understand organisations strengths, challenges, and funding needs, and develop clear action plans.
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Provide tailored support, including health checks on governance, compliance, finances, and funding readiness, offering recommendations and signposting to specialist services (e.g., Cranfield Trust, CVS, Charity Excellence etc).
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Advise on funding opportunities, strategy, and application readiness, with referrals to bid-writing support where needed.
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Deliver workshops, webinars, events, and one-to-one sessions to build skills, knowledge, and confidence of UK grassroots organisations.
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Work collaboratively with organisations and AWN colleagues (including via the triage and referral system) to identify challenges and develop practical, sustainable solutions.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with charities, funders, and sector partners across the voluntary, public, and charity sectors.
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Represent AWN at external events, conferences, and meetings, helping to organise and deliver events linked to your work.
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Keep accurate records on the CRM, gather feedback, write case studies, and contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and service development.
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Support AWN’s communications by contributing updates for the website and social media.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is approachable, empathetic, and motivated to make a difference. You’ll have a natural ability to listen, build trust, and meet people where they are, while offering constructive and practical support. Patience, curiosity, and cultural awareness will help you understand the diverse realities of grassroots charities and the communities they serve.
Alongside these personal qualities, you’ll bring a good understanding of the charity sector and the challenges facing small non-profits across the UK, for UK Muslim-led organisations. You’ll have exceptional knowledge of governance, compliance, and funding pathways, and the confidence to guide organisations towards growth, resilience, and long-term impact.
Essential Criteria
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3+ years’ experience within the UK charity sector (domestic, not solely international).
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Strong understanding of charity governance, compliance, and the UK funding and grant-making landscape.
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Insight into the needs and challenges of small and grassroots non-profits, with awareness of the systemic barriers affecting Muslim-led organisations.
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Experience supporting or advising charities, community groups, or local networks to build capacity and resilience.
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Ability to work collaboratively with organisations, offering constructive and practical guidance.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with confidence in public speaking and engaging a wide range of stakeholders.
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Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
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Comfortable working autonomously and as part of a small team, with minimal supervision.
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Confident using technology to deliver support and manage work effectively, including CRM systems, Microsoft Teams, and other digital tools.
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Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Community engagement and outreach
- Event or project coordination (online and in-person)
- Delivering presentations, workshops, or training sessions
- Monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities
Recruitment Process
Interviews will take place early October 2025.
The process will include two stages: one online and one in-person (to be held in the City of London).
Exact dates will be confirmed before the application deadline.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dove House Hospice supports patients with life-limiting illnesses in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. They provide exceptional, specialist palliative care to patients, carers, and their families.
Last year, they cared for 1,200 patients. Their mission is simple but powerful: to help families make the most of the time they have together, even in the most difficult of circumstances.
“It was a moment of grief, yes, but also one of relief. Mum was surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. And as we said our final goodbyes, we knew she was at peace. We are incredibly grateful for the care, the memories, and the love we had shared in those final days while Mum was at Dove House.” - Family member of a patient
We are delighted to be partnering with Dove House Hospice on this exciting project. This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others and help raise vital funds to ensure Dove House Hospice’s services are always available for those who need them.
Would you like to be part of the team that drives transformational funding for a critical capital project? If so, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
This role will focus on building lasting, meaningful relationships with trusts and foundations to secure transformational funding for a critical capital project.
Main responsibilities include:
- Researching, prioritising, and managing a pipeline of potential funders
- Crafting bespoke and persuasive proposals, inspiring support for the capital appeal
- Nurturing relationships and providing project updates
- Track and monitor the use of grant funds to ensure compliance with funder agreements.
You will report directly to the Head of Fundraising and work closely with the wider fundraising team, care services and finance team.
The Person
We are looking for someone with experience in trust and grants fundraising – ideally for capital appeal projects, although this is not essential. You should have exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce persuasive and articulate proposals and reports.
You will also require excellent research and analytical skills, be extremely organised, and demonstrate outstanding time management and meticulous attention to detail. A proactive and target-driven approach to fundraising is essential.
This role is fully remote (with some travel to Hull), but can also be hybrid or fully office-based at the Hospice in Hull, should this be your preference. If you would like more information, or to apply for this role, please get in touch!
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen, Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
We are looking for a creative and technically skilled Digital Product Developer to join our Service Design and Innovation team. Reporting to the Digital Platforms Manager, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining our digital platforms, including websites, apps, live chat, booking systems, and internal tools.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As Digital Product Developer, you will design compelling on-brand assets for our platforms, including visual, animated and written resources. You'll also support AI implementation, produce engaging content, and ensure our digital services are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to user needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain digital platforms and tools.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting.
- Conduct UX reviews to improve accessibility and effectiveness.
- Write and produce high-quality digital content, including copy and video.
- Support deployment of AI solutions like chatbots and predictive analytics.
- Update websites and apps with engaging, accurate content.
- Implement SEO best practices to boost visibility and engagement.
You Will Have
- Experience writing and editing copy for digital platforms.
- Proficiency with content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal).
- Familiarity with graphic design and video editing tools.
- Strong problem-solving and written communication skills.
- Ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
- Understanding of data protection and digital safeguarding.
- Awareness of AI and machine learning concepts.
- Knowledge of design software, particularly Adobe software
Key Deliverables
- Reliable digital products and solutions that meet business and user needs.
- Increased engagement across digital platforms.
- Responsive support to operational teams.
Additional Information
- The role involves working with sensitive and potentially traumatic subject matter.
- Occasional travel to attend meetings will be required.
- The interview process for this role will be in two stages, including a skills assessment and a competency based interview.
- Applicants will need to be available for assessment and interview dates scheduled for 09-10-25 and 20-10-25
About Us:
- Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
- Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
- At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
- As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the selection process.
How to apply:
- To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.