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Unique opportunity to get involved in a conflict resolution and peace building organisation based in central London with responsibility for working to ensure that income meets the organisation’s needs, and in support of achieving the strategic objectives through the development and management of fundraising and donor relations.
The Senior Funding and Development Officer plays a key role at DPI, working to ensure that income meets the organisation’s needs, and in support of achieving the strategic objectives through the development and management of fundraising and donor relations.
The Senior Funding and Development Officer is responsible for identifying and pursuing diverse funding streams; writing applications, reporting back and progress letters to meet existing and future funders’ guidelines; monitoring the implementation of projects to ensure funders’ guidelines are met; and liaising with funders and other stakeholders. The Senior Funding and Development Officer works closely with the Finance Officer to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to donors.
The Senior Funding and Development Officer collaborates with Programmes Officers with regards to expenditure across budget lines to ensure compliance with grant contracts and grants periods. Senior Funding and Development Officer assists the Finance Manager with audit preparations of accounts at the end of the financial year and ensures the timely drafting of the Trustee report.
TheSenior Funding and Development Officer works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager in the preparation and presentation of the annual organisational budget.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Grants Administration
• Leads the development and delivery of short, medium and long-term fundraising strategies for DPI
• Identifies and nurtures the successful implementation of appropriate grant funding and contracting
• Researches and assesses DPI’s eligibility in line with DPI strategy and donor criteria
• Produces and submits grants proposals, expressions of interest and donor reports
• Oversees compliance with funding requirement to ensure that deadlines and criteria for donor reporting are met, including financial reporting in close collaboration with the Finance Manager
Donor Relations
• Manages and develops external relationships as a representative of DPI, attending meetings and public events where necessary
• Follows up with potential donors to open up new funding opportunities
• Conducts regular updates with current donors to maintain and strengthen relationships
• Prepares and oversees the dissemination of external materials such as the Quarterly Update and Trustee Report to all relevant contacts
• Prepares background information ahead of DPI meetings with donors and prospective donors
• Oversees donor communication history, ensuring that notes and information are logged and shared accordingly
Project Development and Monitoring and Evaluation
• Leads process and system improvements/developments to ensure that all DPI material shared externally is of good quality, in line with the strategy and structure of the organisation
• Reviews all programme activities in line with the external environment and donor requirements to ensure sustainability and identify growth opportunities
• Assists the CEO and Programmes team to develop organisational work plan to ensure that all activities and research comply with grant applications and donor obligation
• Develops M&E and risk assessment frameworks to carry out monitoring and evaluation of activities to measure outcomes and the impact in relation to our strategic aims, and acting to make improvements if required
• Establishes close working relationships and develop efficient systems with key individuals in the programmes, research and finance functions, to access knowledge and information needed for funding propositions and reporting
• Maintains close collaboration with DPI staff to ensure sound project management, including by ensuring regular M&E meetings with programmes team are conducted to ensure that donor requirements and output standards are met
Financial Management
• Helps to develop and implement the organisation’s financial planning, budgeting and reporting processes along with the Finance Manager and the CEO
• Collaborates with Programmes Officers with regards to the allocation of expenditure across budget lines and donors, to ensure compliance with grant contracts.
• Assists the Finance Manager in their work on audit preparations of accounts at the end of the financial year, and ensures the timely drafting of the Trustee report
• Works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager in the preparation and presentation of the annual organisational budget.
• Ensures that the Chief Executive Officer, and all members of staff, are kept aware of their obligations and opportunities in relation to donors
Administrative Tasks
• Maintains an accurate record of donor information
• Ensures an effective and clean S-drive structure for files relating to grants and fundraising, including financial reports
Person Specification
Essential
• The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in grant administration, ideally with a focus on governmental and intergovernmental funding with strong numerical skills and some budgeting experience.
• A sound and current knowledge of funding streams via the UK, EU and UN or similar.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including evidence of structured thinking and the ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm in others
• Self-starter with the ability to initiate projects and see them through to successful completion
• Ability to work independently, but also as part of a small team, on different projects
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong time management and organisational skills, ability to prioritise, pay attention to detail and attend to multiple assignments
• The flexibility, creativity, judgment and humour needed to work effectively in cross cultural settings
• Good interpersonal abilities for networking and interaction with high level stakeholders at DPI events
• Fluency in English
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), plus Outlook
• Ability to manage working relationships remotely
Desirable
• Experience or interest in trust and government fundraising in relation to human rights, peace building and conflict resolution or similar fields
• Knowledge of the political situation in the areas of DPI’s current programmes
• An interest in peacebuilding, conflict resolution and transitional justice
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with the final deadline set as the 29th August 2025.
Equal Opportunities
DPI maintains employment policies which ensure that no one is unfairly discriminated against, whether directly or indirectly, on any grounds including race, ethnic origin, culture, gender, sexuality, disability, age or religion. These policies will apply in relation to all those involved in the work of the organisation including paid staff, trainees, consultants, interns, volunteers, those offering se
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Project Manager, Policy Fellow
Terms: Part-time 4 days a week; fixed-term contract 24 months, with possibility of extension
Salary: £36,050-46,350
Location: Remote working, with the opportunity to work from co-working space if agreed and regular in-person team meetings.
Start Date: October 2025
Line Manager: Programme Manager, Risk Reduction Programme
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK.
Closing Date: 12 September 2025.
Please note that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to acknowledge receipt of all applications and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you have not been successful.
About BASIC
BASIC is an independent, non-profit think tank working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come.
For nearly 40 years, we have developed a global reputation for groundbreaking dialogue and incisive thought leadership to help states overcome complex strategic and political differences.
We comprise an intellectually and culturally diverse team of expert-practitioners with wide-ranging areas of expertise, globally headquartered in London with presences in Berlin and Rome. We are recognised internationally for our inclusive and positive team culture.
We are proud to be an independent voice in policy debate, and we are transparent about our funders and funding ethics. We receive no core funding from any state.
Role Description
BASIC is seeking a motivated and dynamic Project Manager (Policy Fellow) to lead BASIC’s deliverables within our joint project with the Federation of the American Scientists (FAS): ‘From the Noise, the Signal’.
The project investigates how emerging and disruptive technologies (EDTs) pose credible threats and disrupt traditional assumptions regarding relative military advantages and disadvantages. One such assumption is the traditional dominance of hiders over seekers in the military domain which appears to be increasingly challenged by a package of EDTs. These technologies operate across military domains, including: outer space and the upper atmosphere, air, ground, sea surface, undersea, and cyber. Research has, however, not yet fully assessed EDTs collective impacts on hider-seeker dynamics, at a time where technologies are advancing faster than policy.
This joint FAS-BASIC project addresses this gap in both the research literature and policy discourse through collaboration with an interdisciplinary community of scientific, technical, and OSINT experts, to build a higher-resolution picture of the technological readiness according to the open-source.
This high-impact role offers the opportunity to deliver the research and manage the part of the project that covers sea-based dimensions. The second phase will bring the project’s sea- and land-based dimensions together, and assess the overall strategic implications of these technological advances for nuclear stability.
The Project Manager is expected to have a solid understanding of global security, nuclear nuclear issues, and expertise in EDTs and nuclear weapons issues demonstrated through a record of relevant (policy) research. The successful candidate will have experience with convening and leading high level dialogues and experience with project delivery.
The successful candidate will manage and lead the project’s delivery across several outputs, working closely with FAS partners.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
1. Project Delivery
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Deliver high quality desk-based research.
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Manage the project’s critical path and risk register, implementing mitigation plans as required.
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Manage project timelines, budgets, and reporting requirements.
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Write high-quality, policy-relevant research reports, op-eds and briefings.
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Organise international roundtables, workshops and other events with track 1 and 2 participants.
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Manage relationships with stakeholders and build BASIC’s network and reputation.
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Independently represent BASIC at international meetings.
2. Fundraising
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Develop a project, by independently and confidently scoping funding opportunities.
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Liaise with the Programme Manager on funding priorities and opportunities.
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Manage projects with minimal day-to-day manager input.
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Develop new and existing relationships with funders.
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Write and edit funding applications.
3. Communications
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Collaborate with various stakeholders including international partners to build strong relationships.
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Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders.
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Promote our / their work confidently and internationally.
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Confidently use online social media platforms, and if possible, press contacts.
4. Office support
Applicants will need to be able to support the running of the organisation and colleagues with a range of administrative tasks wherever required.
Role Requirements
Essential: Educated to Master’s level – or demonstrate the equivalent in work experience
Essential: 7+ years of work experience in a think tank, research institute, NGO, foundation or government working on international security issues.
Essential: Passion and commitment to our organisational mission of promoting dialogue to advance global security.
Essential: Familiarity with issues relating to strategic stability and emerging and disruptive technologies is essential.
Essential: Demonstrated ability and track record in leading the creative development and delivery of policy projects in the UK or internationally, including budgeting and reporting
Essential: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds and with broad variations in seniority and function.
Essential: Excellent analytical and methodological skills, and an organised approach to research.
Essential: Well-developed interpersonal skills, including evidence of working successfully as part of a team.
Essential: Strong track record of previous fundraising experience and success.
Essential: Experience organising policy roundtables and workshops.
Essential: Willingness to travel internationally when required.
Essential: Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail.
Essential: Good personal network in their research area.
Essential: Previous line management experience.
Essential: Education in science/technology is essential.
Desirable: Formal project management qualification.
Working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats

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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!
Role Overview:
Salary: circa £34,500–£40,000 depending on experience
Location: Fully Remote
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Benefits: Competitive pension, health cash plan (including virtual GP & gym discounts), annual health & wellbeing budget (£1,000 F/T), charity donation scheme, £150 Christmas voucher
An established consultancy specialising in fundraising is seeking a Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to join their growing team. With a strong track record of success, a collaborative culture, and a varied portfolio of charity clients across the UK, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful fundraising that makes a real difference.
What you’ll do:
- Develop and deliver tailored trust and foundation strategies for a diverse range of charity clients.
- Write high-quality funding applications and support the preparation of funder reports.
- Undertake prospect research and maintain accurate records.
- Steward relationships with grant-makers, providing monitoring and reporting for capital, project, and revenue grants.
- Contribute to special projects, events, and the wider development of the consultancy.
- Support knowledge-sharing across the team to help build internal expertise.
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in trusts and foundations fundraising, with a strong record of securing 5–6 figure grants.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical ability and confidence with financial information.
- Highly organised, able to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- A collaborative team player with genuine passion for the charity sector. Experience working across a variety of causes and charity sizes is highly desirable.
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 respond to successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
We 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.
Project Manager, Policy Fellow
Terms: Part-time 4 days a week; fixed-term contract to 31 March 2026, with possibility of extension
Salary: £36,050-46,350
Location: Remote working, with the opportunity to work from co-working space if agreed and regular in-person team meetings.
Start Date: September 2025
Line Manager: Programme Manager, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament
Line Management Responsibilities: External Consultant (Non-Resident Fellow)
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK, Germany, or Italy.
Closing Date: 5th September 2025.
Please note that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to acknowledge receipt of all applications and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you have not been successful.
About BASIC
BASIC is an independent, non-profit think tank working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come.
For nearly 40 years, we have developed a global reputation for groundbreaking dialogue and incisive thought leadership to help states overcome complex strategic and political differences.
We comprise an intellectually and culturally diverse team of expert-practitioners with wide-ranging areas of expertise, globally headquartered in London with presences in Berlin and Rome. We are recognised internationally for our inclusive and positive team culture.
We are proud to be an independent voice in policy debate, and we are transparent about our funders and funding ethics. We receive no core funding from any state.
About Nuclear for Good
Nuclear for Good is an interdisciplinary movement dedicated to promoting the peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals and combat the global ecological crises.
The movement celebrates the myriad positive impacts that nuclear technologies can have when applied responsibly across human and environmental development, and is building a groundswell of international support and knowledge to advance their uptake and impacts.
The movement will represent a multi-stakeholder coalition of policy experts, academics, private sector technologists, nuclear regulators, and international development professionals globally unified by this shared belief in the positive roles of nuclear technologies.
Role Description
BASIC is seeking a motivated and dynamic leader to serve as the Head of the Nuclear for Good movement. This individual will be expected to lead the Nuclear for Good Steering Group to grow the movement’s membership, co-develop movement strategy, develop its funding, and supercharge its impact.
This high-impact role offers the opportunity to manage a positive and dynamic initiative seeking to advance multiple interlinked goals, including: sustainable development; food and water security, sustainable energy futures, and nuclear non-proliferation. The successful candidate will bring a strong record of policy engagement, project delivery, and leadership in international development, international security, or nuclear governance.
The successful candidate will oversee the project’s delivery across multiple outputs, working closely with internal and external partners, including international consultancies, technical experts, and UK government stakeholders.
The Head of Nuclear for Good is expected to be an enthusiastic professional with outstanding communication skills in the field of nuclear policy. Responsible for overseeing a set of specific tasks, they must demonstrate a clear understanding of and alignment with the movement's overall objectives, strategies and goals. The position will report to the Programme Manager of the Non-proliferation and Disarmament Programme.
Taking charge of the Nuclear for Good movement, the appointed individual will navigate the entire project cycle, from generating fundraising ideas to developing them further and building knowledge of funding relationships.
The Head of Nuclear for Good must be a strong communicator, with the ability to translate relevant scientific and technical ideas to a general audience. This skillset must be coupled with a proven ability to build community, conduct high-level networking and outreach activities. The ideal candidate is an established public figure with a specialisation in nuclear science and technology issues as well as, ideally, some knowledge of the peaceful uses pillar of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
1. Project Delivery
The Head of the Nuclear for Good movement will need to deliver a set of key deliverables during the contract, to advance the project’s international reach and influence.
To advise the existing Steering Group, the successful candidate will need to start by appointing an Advisory Group to the project, comprising experts with diverse nuclear-related specialities to support the movement. The Advisory Group will meet quarterly.
The main thrust of the role is geared around an ambitious outreach and community-building strategy. The successful candidate will recruit new member organisations, individuals, and influencers to the movement – exchanging ideas and further developing Nuclear for Good’s strategy and goals as the movement evolves. As a multi-stakeholder movement, the pool of potential members could include policy experts, academics, private sector technologists, nuclear regulators, and international development professionals.
The successful candidate will attend a range of key conferences related to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, non-proliferation, and sustainable development. These include the UN General Assembly First Committee, the IAEA General Conference, and the UN Climate Conference. Participation in these events will help raise awareness of the project among relevant stakeholders. This will include organising a side event at the IAEA General Conference. This activity will not only promote the movement to new audiences, but also demonstrate our support for the IAEA and its flagship initiatives, while inviting attendees to apply to join the Nuclear for Good network.
2. Stakeholder Engagement
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Lead monthly Steering Group meetings.
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Maintain active communication with UK government stakeholders.
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Oversee delivery by subcontracted partners.
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Ensure contractual obligations are met and outputs are delivered to agreed standards.
3. Fundraising
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Develop a project, by independently and confidently scoping funding opportunities.
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Liaise with the Programme Manager on funding priorities and opportunities.
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Manage projects with minimal day-to-day manager input.
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Develop new and existing relationships with funders.
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Write and edit funding applications.
4. Communications
Applicants will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to:
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Collaborate with various stakeholders including international partners to build strong funding relationships.
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Facilitate dialogue and cooperation among diverse stakeholders.
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Promote our / their work confidently and internationally.
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Skillfully use online social media platforms, and press contacts.
5. Office support
Applicants will need to be able to support the running of the organisation and colleagues with a range of administrative tasks wherever required.
Role Requirements
Essential: Educated to Master’s level – or demonstrate the equivalent in work experience
Essential: 7+ years of work experience in a think tank, research institute, NGO, foundation or government working on international security issues
Essential: Passion and commitment to our organisational mission of promoting dialogue to advance global security
Essential: Familiarity with issues relating to civil nuclear energy, strategic stability, or dual-use technologies is essential.
Essential: Demonstrated ability and track record in leading the creative development and delivery of policy projects in the UK or internationally, including budgeting and reporting
Essential: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders from a variety of professional and cultural backgrounds and with broad variations in seniority and function
Essential: Excellent analytical and methodological skills, and an organised approach to research
Essential: Well-developed interpersonal skills, including evidence of working successfully as part of a team
Essential: Strong track record of previous fundraising experience and success
Essential: Experience organising policy roundtables and workshops
Essential: Willingness to travel internationally when required
Essential: Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
Essential: Good personal network in their research area
Essential: Previous line management experience
Desirable: Science/technology or ideally science communication background
Desirable: Formal project management qualification
Working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats

Your role is to manage a range of Central Services for the Eikon Charity and to be a familiar constant presence in the Eikon offices. Central Services includes IT, Data Compliance, Health and Safety, Facilities. Facilities includes the site at Fullbrook and the associated site maintenance of the cabins and the garden. In addition to this you will line manage the reception function on site. A portion of the role will be managing outsourced providers who are accountable to support the specialist nature of these services. These outsource providers include Health and Safety (Croner) IT (ramsac) Data Protection (Satswana). You will also support the service data management work, this involves monthly reporting and service data provision, in accordance with the reporting calendar.
Responsibilities
IT Management
- Manage the operational IT delivery via Eikon’s IT partner (ramsac)
- Manage the continuous improvement of the IT infrastructure
- Oversee and direct the work and tasks of the data officer (IT support)
- Attend quarterly management meetings with outsourced IT provider including technical IT consultant visits
- Oversee Help Desk approvals
- Review monthly total IT estate in partnership with ramsac and Data Officer
- IT hardware, software and comms:
- Manage the relationship with repair partner (one touch) and disposal partner (CPR)
- Manage the procurement processes for hardware, the installation and allocation of hardware (e.g. printers, AV equipment, laptop, mobile devices, wifi infrastructure etc.) with the support of the Data Officer
- Manage the communications licenses with our comms partner (DRC)
- Oversee the MS license estate and allocation of MS software and our third party applications
- Contribute to planning and assist with the delivery of the IT roadmap
Data Protection and Management
- Manage data compliance in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations (GDPR), with support from the fractional data protection provider, Satswana
- Manage the relationship with Satswana (outsourced Data Protection Officer)
- Ensure Data Protection Impact Assessments are in place across the organisation
- Recording and reporting of routine data breaches, escalating if significant breach has occurred
Data Reporting (Services)
- Support with the provision of data to help monitor and evaluate all services in line with ambitions
- Collaborate with line manage on bespoke data requests
- Support the organisation in ensuring data integrity of reports
- Manage the monthly reporting templates (Mindworks outputs, Data Protection Impact Assessments, Internal outputs and Internal outcomes)
- Manage the quarterly reporting templates (Mindworks outcomes, Innovations Grant, Youth Support Practitioners end of term reporting, Fundraising Strategic reports, data for exec report and data for bespoke reporting requests)
- Responsible for reviewing and recommending changes to the Data Protection Policy
Fire, Health and Safety
- Responsible for fire, health and safety management and standards across the whole organisation, supported by a specialist organisation (Croner)
- Responsible for managing the Health and Safety relationships with the outsourced provider (Croner)
- Responsibilities include but aren’t limited to:
- Fire, Health and Safety Policy
- Ensuring Fire Health and safety procedures in place for the Fullbrook site
- Monitoring and where possible ensure the organisation is implementing the relevant policies, procedures and associated forms across the organisation for Fire, Health and Safety
- Raising Fire, Health and Safety risks and working collaboratively with Leadership to put in place measures to mitigate against them
Facilities
- Manage the facilities at Fullbrook, including the provision of reception roles and responsibilities, office and garden maintenance and support to onsite teams, interior and exterior décor – including noticeboards
- This includes line management of your team and dotted line supervision for garden club volunteers for garden maintenance; this includes managing the relationship with the gardening contractor
- Overseeing annual compliance checks. e.g Pat Testing; Smoke alarms; air conditioning units
- Managing the relationship with the outsourced cleaning contractor (Minster Cleaning Services)
- Responsible for reception cover. From time to time it may be necessary for you to support in filling gaps in reception cover. i.e. sickness/holidays/absence
- In collaboration with colleagues continuously improve the facilities space, always focusing on the service users and underpinned by a strong ethos of equality diversity and inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding
- Responsible for coordinating scheduled and unscheduled site maintenance
- Review, with oversight from appointed Trustee, our organisational insurance; ensure it is fit for purpose, renewed in a timely manner and manage the relationship with our Brookers WRS
Helping young people feel safe, heard and supported





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Harris Hill are supporting a not-for-profit organisation in their search for an Alumni Engagement Officer.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join their Development Team and help strengthen the bonds between their schools and alumni community. This is a full-time role, five days a week, based in London.
In this role, you will:
Build and nurture relationships with alumni and parents.
Coordinate reunions, networking events and other engagement activities.
Create engaging content for newsletters, publications and digital channels.
Support fundraising initiatives, including donor recognition and grant proposals.
Maintain accurate alumni records using their CRM system.
They are looking for someone who:
May be a graduate, but must have proven fundraising experience (essential).
Brings excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
Is highly organised, able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
Has confidence using IT systems (CRM experience is a plus).
This is a school-based role, so a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential.
To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill at [email protected] or call her on 02078207331.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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About Theirworld
Founded 23 years ago, Theirworld has grown to become a leading global children’s charity committed to the best start in life for children and young people by ending the education crisis and unleashing the potential of the next generation.
If you care about issues like climate change, gender equality, inclusion, helping refugees and ensuring the voices of young people are represented at all levels of decision-making, then education is the key to unlocking big change in these areas. If you want to make change happen, join us!
We believe in unlocking big change from a supportive and inclusive environment. This is why we now have an innovative four-day-working-week which sees all employees working Monday to Thursday with the office closed on most Fridays.
This is in addition to hybrid working with most staff taking at least one day a week based in the office.
Other benefits include:
• Regular in-house training
• Travel
• Central London location: 5 mins from Liverpool St Station and Shoreditch High Street
• Highly competitive salaries, plus more
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Home office expense allowance
• Life Insurance
• Season ticket loan scheme
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and technically astute Project Manager to join our Projects team. This role will oversee projects that use artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to improve education access, equity, and outcomes across the three pillars of Theirworld’s work: Best Start in Life, A Safe Place to Learn, and Skills for the Future.
The successful candidate will support the development and delivery of innovative pilots, including projects that explore how AI and technology can equip children and youth with the competencies, digital fluency, and adaptive skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. You will manage local partnerships, steer experimentation, and ensure robust learning cycles that contribute to Theirworld’s pilot-to-scale strategy.
This role is ideal for someone who seeks greater depth of knowledge, impact-driven, and excited to shape how emerging technologies can accelerate educational equity in low-resource settings.
This role is for maternity cover but with the possibility of extension.
Main Responsibilities
Project Management
• Manage a diverse portfolio of education projects across Theirworld’s three pillars – Best Start in Life, A Safe Place to Learn, and Skills for the Future, with an emphasis on those leveraging AI and emerging technologies.
• Oversee programme planning, budgeting, delivery, reporting and learning for projects, ensuring milestones are met, partners are supported, and learnings are captured.
• Lead on the implementation of projects that apply digital or AI driven solutions to improve learning outcomes, particularly within the Skills for the Future pillar.
• Ensure all projects are inclusive and aligned with Theirworld’s cross-cutting vital areas: gender, inclusion, climate, health & nutrition, and peace & security.
AI for Future Skills
• Identify and manage projects that apply AI tools to build transferable, digital, and job-relevant skills for youth.
• Explore and test the potential of AI to personalise learning, support educators, and close skills gaps in marginalised communities.
• Ensure ethical, context sensitive, and inclusive use of AI in education projects, especially for girls, children with disabilities, and crisis-affected learners.
Partner Management and Grant Oversight
• Lead relationships with local delivery partners, edtech companies, and civil society organisations to co-deliver impactful projects.
• Draft and manage contracts and reporting templates; support partners with MEL frameworks aligned with pilot-to-scale goals.
• Conduct partner check-ins, manage grants, track spending, and ensure timely reporting and adaptive learning.
Learning and Contribution to Strategy
• Document and disseminate learnings and emerging insights on AI in education.
• Contribute to Theirworld’s knowledge assets and participate in knowledge sharing platforms and global convenings.
• Support scale strategies by contributing to replication toolkits and packages based on pilot results.
Cross-Team Collaboration
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Theirworld, including development, campaigns, advocacy, communications, and research teams, to ensure alignment, maximise impact, and foster shared learning.
• Actively contribute to cross-organisational initiatives, helping integrate projects into wider strategic objectives.
• Engage with our Development and Fundraising team to identify and support the cultivation of potential funders and supporters for the project pipeline
• Provide additional support to the Director of Programmes and other team members as required to ensure the smooth delivery of projects and organisational priorities.
Experience, Skills and Character
• 5 - 7 years of experience in education, edtech, or AI-for-development projects.
• Proven project management experience delivering initiatives in partnership with local organisations, NGOs, or tech providers.
• Strong understanding of education systems, future skills development, and how technology (especially AI) can support them.
• Confident managing project budgets, reporting cycles, and monitoring frameworks.
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical innovation in education.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile, and mission-driven environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CEO Role Summary:
The CEO provides strategic leadership, ensuring high-quality inclusive arts provision whilst overseeing operations, staff, fundraising, compliance and partnerships. They act as the organisation’s ambassador and contribute to the planning and delivery of both our charitable and business orientated objectives, reporting directly to the Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic, Leadership and Planning -
· Lead organisation, strategic management and business development
· Develop programmes aligned with community’s needs
· Review and direct a clear business plan with Trustees
· Represent CF at events, in the media and with stakeholders
· Liaise with beneficiaries, Council/NHS staff, Charity Commission, Companies House
Programme and Partnership Oversight -
· Support staff in designing inclusive arts initiatives
· Identify new partnership opportunities
· Lead on events, exhibitions, and partnership development
· Ensure programme quality, legal compliance and impact reporting
People and HR Management -
· Line manage senior staff (Project, Fundraising, Comms, etc.)
· Lead and supervise Salesforce and/or any other appropriate database systems
· Oversee recruitment, performance, training and appraisals
· Implement and update HR policies and procedures (GDPR, Safeguarding, H&S, etc.)
· Foster a positive, inclusive, collaborative staff culture
Fundraising and Communications -
· Lead fundraising strategy, applications with Fundraising Manager and other staff
· Cultivate new relationships with funding bodies and stakeholders
· Represent CF to funders, media, and the public
· Approve marketing and promotional materials
· Attend networking events to explore collaborative funding
Operations and Compliance -
· Oversee facilities, H&S compliance and sustainability
· Incorporate all Charity Commission and Companies House updates
· Maintain tenancy relationship with Barnet Council
· Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and Data Protection Officer (ICO)
· Ensure all risk assessments and safeguarding incidents are documented
Finance and Governance -
· Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports
· Oversee financial control, resource efficiency, and long-term planning
· Lead on new business income generation strategies, including art sales
· Report financial and strategic performance to the Board of Trustees quarterly
· Ensure timely delivery of board papers and assist trustees/directors development
Personal Specification
Essential:
- Demonstratable senior leadership experience in arts, community or inclusive sectors
- Strategic, empathetic, and confident leadership
- Proven fundraising, HR, and financial planning experience
- Knowledge of safeguarding, H&S, and regulatory compliance
- Skilled in managing staff, freelancers, and creative practitioners
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Have a creative mindset with a passion for arts and culture
Desirable:
- Experience in London Borough of Barnet or other local networks
- Knowledge of Arts Council England (ACE), DCMS and other major third sector funders
- Experience working with Social Services, plus neurodivergent or disabled communities
- Awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion best practices
This Job Description reflects the current requirements. It does not prevent CF from making any changes or additions that might be required in the future. CF welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applicants from Black, Asian, ethnic minority, and/or disabled applicants as these groups are currently underrepresented in the Arts, Culture and Heritage sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Regional Fundraiser
Reports to: Fundraising Manager
Objective:
2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.
Aims:
- Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
- Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
- Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families
2wish Cymru and 2wish :
2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.
We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under in Wales. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of the families, so they don't have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.
At the start of 2024 we expanded the geographical area where we deliver our service, and have recruited a brand new team to support service users in the border counties, which is now in its second phase.
Context of role:
2wish supports anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We are a largely self-funded charity providing support across Wales and England. Our support team works very closely with our fundraising team to increase income but also to raise awareness of the work of 2wish.
This is a unique opportunity for an individual to continue to raise awareness of the charity, as well as continuing its activities in Wales. It will involve helping to organise fundraising events, working with volunteers and encouraging community fundraising opportunities.
Main duties:
Service:
- To help raise awareness of 2wish and the work we do.
- To work alongside the support team and to build on the reputation of 2wish
- Research, approach and engage community groups and local supporters using mechanisms for engaging their support to develop additional sources of income
- To liaise with the public who are fundraising for 2wish
- To support the delivery of community and corporate events, and monitor the income raised
- To attend community, corporate and networking events where necessary
- To actively participate in and collaborate on financial planning as a business unit during regular fundraising meetings
- To submit an annual business plan and budgets for the fundraising team
- To submit monthly and annual reports to the Fundraising Manager as required and work to monthly targets
- Supporting the 2wish Fundraising Team with events and community fundraising
- Working with the Volunteer Coordinator to identify and secure volunteers and ambassadors, meeting them regularly and maintaining engagement. Lead the Volunteer programme in your area.
- Maintain relationships with all donors including attending cheque presentations
- To work flexibly, travel, and make overnight stays when required
- To attend weekend and evening community/corporate events in support of the charity when required
- A ‘hands-on’ and ‘can-do’ attitude
- Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish
- Manage, write and apply for grants and trusts in your area, with support from the Finance team.
General Responsibilities:
- To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
- To maintain a high degree of confidentiality in accordance with the charity’s policies
- To work as part of a team
- To attend meetings as necessary - both virtually and in person
- To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
- To undertake training to update skills as necessary
- To contribute to the evaluation and monitoring processes to ensure effectiveness of services and activities provided
- To adhere to all health and safety procedures with regards to working off site
- Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.
This role is subject to a DBS check.
Salary: Starting salary of £26,500
Contract type: 12 month contract.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.
Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).
Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
Location: 2wish currently offers a form of hybrid working and this will continue for the foreseeable future. This post is predominantly home based, with regular travel across the area you reside in and regular travel to our Head Office in South Wales.
Additional benefits for our employees:
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme, ' including wellbeing support
- Free parking on 2wish premises
- Free branded 2wish clothing
- An extra annual leave day on your birthday
- Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
- Paid sick leave
- Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
- Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
- Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
- Company mobile phone for performance of duties
- Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
- Reimbursement of work expenses
- Bright Exchange employee discounts
How to apply:
Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.
Closing date: 29th August 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We have an ambition to support 15,000 young people across the UK annually with our mentoring programmes by 2028. To achieve this goal, we need to build new partnerships, secure funds through grants and foundations and grow our external profile. We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of supporting income generating activity in the charity sector to help us meet these ambitions. This will be a broad and fast paced role, and we are looking for someone who enjoys researching and establishing productive relationships with a variety of businesses, charities, foundations.
Responsible for
This role will give you the opportunity to work across all our income generating activity and will suit someone who enjoys breadth and depth in their day to day:
Grants:
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Identifying and researching trusts, foundations, and grant opportunities to add to the pipeline
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Liaising with the Programmes team and others on the content of an application
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Writing and submitting high-quality applications
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Tracking and updating all submissions on our CRM (Salesforce)
Business development:
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Generating prospect leads through desk-based research and identifying sectors and organisations to target
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Contacting prospects and leading initial conversations
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Responding to incoming requests from organisations
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Represent Brightside at networking events
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Writing bespoke and compelling proposals
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Tracking and updating all relationships on our CRM (Salesforce)
Communications and marketing:
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Working with the team to identify marketing campaigns and collateral to attract new leads
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Supporting the creation of new content for the website, campaigns, and marketing
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Maintaining and managing the website
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Collating statistics on social media and website engagement
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Supporting the delivery of campaigns to increase individual giving
Reporting:
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Providing regular, accurate reports on progress related to income generating activity, including the pipeline, applications or prospects, and secured income
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Monitoring progress of grants and business development
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Inputting to the quarterly work plan and priorities
Team working
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You will be line managed by the Income Generation Lead
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You will work closely with Partnership Lead and other members of the Programmes team where relevant
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You will work regularly with external freelancers responsible for marketing and social media
Essential criteria : To be successful in this role, you should:
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Have at least 12 months relevant business development or fundraising work experience
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Have demonstrable experience of email outreach and/or funding applications
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Thrive in a target driven team and meet ambitious targets
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Be confident and self-motivated with high standards of quality
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Be able to build strong relationships and collaborate well with others
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Enjoy meeting people in networking settings
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Have excellent attention to detail
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Have ability to use initiative when researching prospects
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Have excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
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Be able to work to tight deadlines and stay focused in the face of changing priorities
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Be strongly aligned with our mission
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Embrace Brightside’s values and contribute to a positive staff culture
Desirable criteria - We are especially interested in candidates who:
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Understand the challenges and barriers facing young people from under-served communities
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Understand and have a passion for the power of mentoring
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A confident and experienced networker
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Experience in developing marketing materials
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Have experience using Salesforce or other CRM software
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Experience in individual giving campaigns
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Experience of managing website using Word Press
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Experience of using SEO analytics
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Have experience of using project management software such as Monday for tracking deliverables
A DBS check at the enhanced level will be required for successful applicants
Your development
You will be supported and challenged in this role. All staff can get involved in activities across the organisation. We are committed to the learning and development of staff and your line manager will work with you to create a personal development plan to support your growth and career progression.
We’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed in the workplace and beyond. Our culture is inclusive and supportive to staff from all backgrounds, and we provide flexible policies to cater for the differing needs of all staff.
Salary and benefits
Salary: £27,750 - £32,230
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week (full-time)
Holiday allowance: 25 days
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Submit an answer, around 150 words, via CharityJob to the following question: “Can you give an example of your involvement with a grant/funding bid or new partnership, what was your role and the outcome?”
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Submit a one-page cover letter, outlining how you meet the role’s essential criteria
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Submit your CV
Submit your CV, cover letter an answer the screen question
Applications must be submitted by midnight on Tuesday 2 September
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered
Our mission is to help young people make confident and informed decisions about their future


Be part of something transformational!
At Parkinson’s UK, we’re on a mission to drive groundbreaking change for people affected by Parkinson’s and we need a dynamic Trusts and Statutory Lead to help make it happen. If you can spot opportunities others miss, inspire a high-performing team, and secure game-changing funding, this is your chance to lead a pivotal income stream at a time of real growth and ambition.
About the role
We’re looking for an ambitious and strategic leader to take our Trusts and Statutory fundraising to the next level. As Trusts and Statutory Lead at Parkinson’s UK, you’ll drive the development and delivery of strategies that grow sustainable income and secure major grants for the charity’s most important priorities.
You’ll lead a talented team of nine (including four Managers), creating a culture of collaboration, creativity, and high performance. By inspiring your team and working closely with colleagues in the wider High Value function and across the charity, you’ll open new doors to funders, deepen existing relationships, and champion innovative approaches to securing transformational support.
This is a pivotal role in achieving our ambition to deliver a step change in income. You’ll be a visible and confident ambassador for Parkinson’s UK, engaging senior staff, trustees, and volunteers in building high-value partnerships that make a lasting difference for people affected by Parkinson’s.
What you’ll do
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Develop and deliver ambitious, evidence-based strategies to maximise income from trusts, foundations, and various statutory grantmakers.
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Oversee the cultivation of key funders and senior volunteers, unlocking networks and securing long-term, high-value support.
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Lead senior staff and volunteers in building relationships with trusts and statutory funders, identifying opportunities for growth and adopting fresh, innovative approaches to fundraising.
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Work across the charity to identify funding opportunities and ensure our programmes and projects are well-positioned for support.
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Create compelling, outcomes-driven funding proposals that clearly demonstrate impact and inspire transformational giving.
What you’ll bring
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Proven experience of trust and/or statutory fundraising at a strategic level
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Proven ability to identify and present compelling multi-year fundable proposals including complex project budgets and fundraising targets
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Strong leadership skills including leading dispersed internal project teams towards clear goals, and to prioritise and communicate organisational updates
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Experience of successful line management, overseeing, mentoring and developing skills of team members
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Experience managing an annual income budget (£1m+) including monitoring activity, performance and re-forecasting
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us.
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held in person at Parkinson’s UK Head Office in Central London on 18th September
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.

Actively Interviewing
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!
About the Role
As Director of Finance, you’ll:
- Lead all aspects of financial strategy, reporting, and governance
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations and team leadership
- Provide critical insight and assurance to the Chief Executive and Trustees
- Responsible for executive on-call duties as part of a scheduled rota, handling urgent issues outside regular business hours.
- Support the financial management of fundraising income and grant funding
- Manage the Facilities function to ensure safe, compliant, and well-maintained premises
- Drive continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational effectiveness
- Support the IT and Data protection operations
You’ll be instrumental in helping us deliver our strategic vision with financial clarity, stability, and confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Are you looking for a role that really matters? Are you passionate about gender equality and ending world hunger sustainably? If yes, this could be the role for you!
Role: Country Director
Reports to: The Board of Trustees
Hours: Full-time
Location: UK based with frequent travel to London
Who we are…
We’re The Hunger Project UK. Nice to meet you. We’re a UK registered charity committed to the sustainable end of world hunger. Our vision is a world without hunger.
Our mission is to end hunger and poverty by pioneering sustainable, grassroots, women-centered strategies and advocating for their widespread adoption in countries throughout the world. We are reaching an estimated 12.8M people around the world through 10,000 partner communities and 2,200 project sites.
Our programs are based on an innovative, holistic approach, which empower women and men living in rural communities to become agents of their own development and make sustainable progress in hunger and poverty reduction.
Our team is all around the world…from our programme countries, to our partner countries such as Australia, the Netherlands, Canada and more; with our global Head Office in New York City, US. We are all industrious, passionate, and committed; a mighty force of changemakers living around the world.
Here in the UK, we work in collaboration with our global colleagues, to raise funds for our overseas programmes and amplify the voices of those affected by hunger. We are a small but awesome team in our global scheme of things. We have big ambitions to grow and scale our fundraising efforts significantly over the next three years. So, if you’re up for the challenge.... come and join us.
What we need…
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser keen to step in and lead our efforts to scale our fundraising here in the UK. You will be a hands-on leader, getting stuck into everything from fundraising to operations, while ensuring impeccable financial sustainability.
The ideal candidate would have more than 5 years leadership experience (with a sales, marketing, or fundraising background), ideally in international development, but a background in charity is not essential. You’ll have managed a team and worked collaboratively with a Board in a previous role.
We’re looking for someone who is happy learning from our partner and programme countries and maximising limited resources, to have big impact. We’ve laid strong foundations; we now need you to get us in front of philanthropists, corporates, trusts and more!
Can you enrol people in a vision, get people taking action, mobilise funds and get things moving? If yes, you’re our person!
This role is for you if:
- You have a deep and genuine desire to make the world a better place and are passionate about gender equality and a world without hunger.
- You are truly collaborative and would rather follow existing guidance, than re-invent the wheel and work in silos.
- You have experience working with philanthropists and/or trusts and foundations, as these are two key audiences for us to scale.
- You can keep your eye on the big picture, but aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get the minutiae done.
- You’re a safe and steady pair of hands.
- You have impeccable written and spoken communication skills and are great at getting people on board with your vision.
- You’re a people person and brilliant networker, with a contacts book the envy of most!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Following a sustained period of professionalisation, including the introduction of improved financial and reporting systems, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Operations Lead to manage the day-to-day running of the organisation. This is a key role which requires a confident all-rounder who will ensure efficient operations while working closely with the Director to support strategic growth.
You will bring practical financial expertise and enjoy working with systems and spreadsheets. Comfortable collaborating across all levels—from bookkeeper and accountant to the Board of Trustees—you will lead finance, governance, HR, compliance, and organisational planning. Your work will ensure operations align with and support Outset’s mission and values.
You will oversee the financial management and timely payment of grants awarded to leading international public arts organisations. This includes monitoring grantee progress and ensuring funds are disbursed on milestone completion. The position also offers regular invitations to a wide range of art events across London, providing opportunities to engage with the contemporary arts scene and build relationships with key cultural stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a dynamic organisation during a pivotal development phase, with visibility across all charity activities. We are seeking a hands-on, adaptable individual eager to contribute to the organisation’s growth. The role offers flexible hours and working patterns, with scope to shape and expand responsibilities over time.
Responsibilities
- Oversee financial administration, including bookkeeping, grant payments, cash flow, bank accounts (UK & USA), foreign exchange, and gift aid claims.
- Develop and monitor budgets with Director and Treasurer.
- Work with external bookkeeper and accountant on accounts and grant reporting.
- Maintain donor CRM, manage contracts, invoicing, and coordinate donor communications.
- Support donor cultivation, VIP access, and prepare briefings for Director and Trustees.
- Coordinate HR tasks such as recruitment, payroll, and expenses.
- Manage subscriptions for IT systems, business rates, rent, and insurance payments.
- Organise logistics for London-based artist residency award.
- Coordinate Board meetings, Trustee recruitment, and maintain legal and compliance documentation.
- Manage the American Friends of Outset 501(c) organisation, including scheduling and running Board meetings, overseeing finance and compliance processes, and holding relationships with key stakeholders.
- Support communications, organisational announcements, and strategic development with the Director.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Experience in an operations or management role, preferably in a charity context.
- Strong organisational, financial, and project management skills.
- Knowledge of UK charity governance and compliance requirements.
- Confidence with financial systems, budgets, and reporting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
- A collaborative, flexible, and problem-solving mind-set.
Desirable:
- Professional qualifications are desirable but not required.
- Experience liaising with international donors.
- Experience working with a small team or start-up environment.
- Familiarity with or experience of a fundraising context.
- Interest in and passion for the arts.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1543 Assistant Director Services and Innovation
Service: Gloucestershire Hub (and surrounding areas) Central Region
Salary: Grade 5 Point 39 – 46: £47,264 - £54,728 FTE per annum (£28,358.40 - £32,836.80 per annum, pro rata)
- Additionally, £480 home-based allowance FTE per annum
Location: Home based with travel to various locations in Gloucestershire and surrounds (the post holder is also expected to regularly spend time at our delivery sites within Stroud and the Cotswold’s).
Hours: 3 days – part time (22.2 hours per week)
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details
Contract: Permanent Contract
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the
importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic leader to provide high-level leadership across Family Action’s services in Gloucestershire and surrounding areas, ensuring the safe, high-quality, and financially sustainable delivery of children, youth, and family services.
You will bring significant experience in managing services for children, young people, and families with complex needs. You will have a strong track record of leading and developing multidisciplinary teams, while driving continuous improvement and service excellence.
As a system leader and convenor, you will build and maintain strategic relationships across local authorities, health, and the voluntary and community sector. You will play a key role in driving Family Hub transformation, promoting innovation, and contributing to the ongoing growth and strategic development of Family Action’s work in the region.
Family Action are forward looking, ambitious and have a commitment to continuous improvement and development. We are a people-focused, can-do organisation that strives for excellence in all we do, and operates with mutual respect. If you share these values and have the necessary skills we want we look forward to hearing from you.
At Family Action we transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation. We have been building stronger families since 1869 and today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants.
Responsibilities:
Leadership, Performance and Strategic Delivery
· Lead strategic partnerships
· oversee service performance and safeguarding, and drive innovation across Family Hubs and related services.
Line Management
· Manage recruitment, development, and performance of staff, supporting a high-performing and learning-focused culture.
Financial Responsibility
· Oversee budgets, manage financial risks, and contribute to sustainable service development.
Internal/External Relationships
· Represent Family Action externally and build strong partnerships to support integrated service delivery.
Quality Assurance
· Ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant services through effective monitoring and continuous improvement.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
· Proven experience leading services for children, young people, and families with complex needs.
· Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and cross-sector partnership working.
· Ability to manage teams, budgets, and service performance to a high standard.
· Knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
· Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with an understanding of structural disadvantage.
· Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· complete an application form on the Family Action portal
· Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025 at 23:59
Interviews - week commencing 15th September and 22nd September - dates to be confirmed.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Gabriel Hall (full email address in advert document)
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
For this vacancy, we are also applying positive action to improve the representation of people of colour in senior operational management roles at Family Action. As such, the guaranteed interview scheme is extended to applicants of colour who meet the minimum criteria.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



