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Community Events Coordinator

The Volunteering & Events team at KCLSU are looking for a Community Events Coordinator. To ensure that our students thrive and enjoy the best possible experience at King's College London, the focus of this role is to connect students through a diverse range of events across the academic year. 

Partnering with over 300 KCLSU student groups, this role is one of two Community Events Coordinators who deliver: 

• The KCLSU Community events programme; overseeing the successful delivery of Welcome & Social Connection Events (Freshers), Liberation Events and Faith & Culture Events. 
• The KCLSU Reach events programme, which offers bespoke activities for students identified as harder-to-reach, such as postgraduates, online learners, or those who study at our Denmark Hill campus. 
• KCLSU flagship events, such as the Welcome Fair and KCLSU Awards. 

To apply for this role, please complete an application form and include a personal statement detailing how you meet the person specification. 

To be eligible for this role, you must:

• Be eligible to work in the UK and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport or visa) when asked to by KCLSU. Please note that KCLSU is unable to offer visa sponsorship. 
• Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one. 
• Not be a trustee of King's College London Students' Union. 

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Research Coordinator

Location: London. Hybrid

Hours: Full time/ 35 hours per week

Contract type: Fixed term – 6 months

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum

Annual leave: 25 days per year + bank holidays

 

Tommy’s Research Team is small but has a big impact on the delivery of the charity’s strategic ambitions. We need a highly organised and proactive individual to support the administrative functions of our team.

The Research Coordinator will pay a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our research funding activities, through maintaining accurate records, coordinating meetings and communications, supporting the expert peer review process, and assisting with governance and reporting requirements. The post holder will have strong organisational, time management and interpersonal skills, and confidence in managing multiple priorities and multi-tasking.

If you have experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced professional environment and would like to play a key role in the funding of groundbreaking research in the field of pregnancy and maternal health, apply now.

Candidates should apply via Charity Job and include a CV and cover letter (max 2 sides) explaining your motivations for applying to the role and skills that you would bring to it.

Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 7th December and interviews will be held online w/c 15 December.

NIYP is a Registered Charity No 1099039 established in 2003, managed and administered by a board of Trustees and employing two part time members of staff.

We are acknowledged leaders in offering support to young people (aged between 11 and 25) finding themselves in Norwich/ Norfolk and who are Asylum Seekers, Refugees or are otherwise displaced from their country of origin. We are a non-faith based charity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are seeking to recruit a Project Coordinator to deliver the aims of the charity, work with Trustees and lead our small team of staff and volunteers.

The role is varied; it requires the ‘in person’ presence of an individual who is experienced in relating to a culturally diverse group of young people.  They will be required to plan and deliver a programme aimed at facilitating cultural adjustment, access to education, and such varied activities as will improve overall wellbeing.

The chosen individual will work closely with a variety of partners in both the private and public sectors. They will be responsible for safeguarding, record keeping and overall administration.

Hours: 26 hours per week

Salary: £18 - £21k depending on experience (F/T equivalent £26 - £30k)

Applications should be made in writing stating why you would like the job, what you can bring to the project and demonstrating how you meet the person specification (not more than single side A4), together with accompanying C.V. including contact details of two referees.  Applications to be received by 5pm Friday 5th December 2025.

Interview Date: to be confirmed

Expected Start Date: Middle to end of January 2026

The Nuffield Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a purpose to advance social well-being through research. Our Strategy and Engagement team is responsible for ensuring this research has impact and influence, and we are now recruiting to the new role of Communications, Policy and Public Affairs Coordinator to support our communications, policy and public affairs activities.

The Communications, Policy and Public Affairs Coordinator will work with colleagues across the teams to support a breadth of activities. Acting as the owner of the Foundation’s engagement planning tools, you will ensure our communications policy and public affairs activity is forward planned, well organised and up-to-date. You will assist in the co-ordination and delivery of events, support the production and publication of content, and help with copywriting and curating a wide range of materials for internal and external audiences.

You will work with policy, public affairs and communications colleagues with preparing letters, policy briefings and stakeholder mapping, and keeping stakeholder lists up to date on Salesforce. This role will also support the communications and public affairs teams with proactive monitoring of the external policy, political and media landscape (at both a national and local level) and disseminate round-ups and relevant information to colleagues across the Foundation.

You will already have experience of working in an administrative and/or team coordination function, ideally in a communications, or policy and public affairs role. You will be a strong communicator (both in person and in your written outputs), able to work across a varied range of internal and external stakeholders, and manage competing priorities. You will have a collaborative and inclusive approach to working, with the ability to work well in a team and also independently. Some knowledge of social policy issues will be advantageous, and you will be committed to the Foundation’s mission.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career looking to build their skills and experience across the breadth of our communication and engagement functions.
 

About us

The Nuffield Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a mission to advance social well-being.

We achieve this by funding and undertaking rigorous research, encouraging innovation, and supporting the use of sound evidence to improve people’s lives. We tackle pressing, complex questions. Our aim is to open up opportunities and to improve lives for individuals, families and communities, within a just and inclusive society. Our work addresses the inequalities, disadvantage, discrimination and vulnerabilities that people face, and considers the social and ethical implications of scientific and technological advances.

We are the founder and co-funder of Nuffield Council on Bioethics, Nuffield Family Justice Observatory and the Ada Lovelace Institute.

We value diversity in background, skills, perspectives and life experiences.
 

Further information and how to apply

For further information about the role, please click through to the vacancy listing on our website. The closing date for applications is 09:30am (GMT) on Monday 8th December 2025. Interviews will take place on the 7th, 8th and/or 9th January 2026.

We are committed to inclusive working practices and during the application process we commit to:

• As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the essential criteria for the job.
• making any reasonable adjustments – for example providing documents in different formats, arranging for a sign language interpreter for interviews etc
• reimbursing reasonable travel costs (and any childcare or care costs) for interviews where in-person attendance is required.

Our benefits package includes:

• Genuine flexibility - we are open to requests for part-time hours, compressed working weeks, or job shares.
• 28 days holiday per annum and all public holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (prorated for part time staff).
• A salary exchange pension scheme that offers employer contributions of up to 11%.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Family leave policies that provide an enhanced level of pay.
• Cycle to work scheme and loans towards season tickets.
• Regular opportunities for learning and development – including coaching, mentoring, and dedicated reading days for personal development and reflection.
• Support with your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including an employee assistance provider, a private GP service, personal health reviews with Bupa, a will and funeral planning service and a staff network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• A warm and welcoming workplace culture, with active peer groups and social networks to help you connect and belong.

The Volunteer Coordinator we are looking for will enjoy this unique opportunity to grow and develop our current volunteer work into a thriving and sustainable programme. Our large Cadbury family home with five acres of beautiful grounds is a retreat centre for justice, reconciliation and peace and, as a result of this role, will become a fantastic space for volunteers to flourish while supporting the physical place, vision and work of the charity.

Our current volunteer work includes a small group of local individuals who meet for a monthly volunteer days to work on the grounds and maintenance, and who support our retreat and fundraising events. A relationship with BT has enabled us to begin to offer voluntary opportunities for their local staff and this area is ready to be developed. Volunteers of all faiths and none are invited, but not required, to participate in the rhythm of prayer at the house, and all have the opportunity to hear about the vision and work as part of their experience with us. To work with our bookings a development plan may look like a more regular midweek volunteer day, a regular Sunday volunteer day and a schedule of individual volunteering tasks to be undertaken when staff are onsite during the week.

This post is initially funded for one year. If the role proves fruitful The Greenhouse will seek grant funding to extend it; however, continuation beyond the first year cannot be guaranteed.

The Volunteer Coordinator is a new and developmental role within The Greenhouse at Barnes Close. It offers an engaging opportunity to join our staff team and build upon a small as-yet underdeveloped volunteer programme in a beautiful and rewarding place to work. They will also enjoy the oversight of a discerning and experienced Board of Trustees.

ABOUT TRAIN 

TRAIN is a youth work charity based in South Oxfordshire. We support young people aged 10 to 18 in Didcot, Wallingford and the surrounding areas, especially those who are under-served. 

Young people in our communities are facing complex challenges. Mental health struggles, pressures at school, family instability and the impact of poverty can leave them feeling isolated or overlooked. Too often, they don’t have access to the right support at the right time. TRAIN exists to change that. We offer trusted relationships with adults outside positions of authority, safe spaces where young people can be themselves, and opportunities to grow in confidence, make positive choices and feel part of their community. 

Our vision: every young person should have the opportunities, tools and support they need to create a positive future. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

As Fundraising and Communications Coordinator, your main focus will be trusts and foundations: researching opportunities, writing persuasive applications and producing clear reports. You’ll also play a part in growing support from corporates, community fundraising, individual donors and major gifts, helping to build a broader base of income over time. 

Alongside this, you’ll lead on communications. That means keeping our website and social channels current, producing supporter newsletters, and sharing our story more widely through PR and campaigns. You’ll help make sure the difference TRAIN makes for young people is seen and understood by funders, partners and the local community. 

It’s a hands-on role, well-suited to someone who enjoys writing, building relationships and juggling different projects. You don’t need to be an experienced fundraiser — we’re open to people with transferable skills, whether from corporate, public or third sector backgrounds. What matters most is that you can communicate clearly, organise your workload, and are motivated by making a difference for young people. 

You’ll report directly to the CEO and work closely with the rest of the team. This is a part-time role of approximately 30 hours per week, which can be worked flexibly. The role is based in Didcot with hybrid working, but for the right candidate we will consider a fully remote arrangement. 

SALARY AND BENEFITS 

• Salary: £28,598 - £31,022 FTE (pro-rated, depending on experience) 

• Contract: Permanent, part-time, approx. 30 hours per week. We can be flexible on the exact number and when they are worked. 

• Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata) 

• Pension: 3% employer contribution 

• Flexible working: Hybrid by default, fully remote considered. We’re happy to consider other flexible arrangements such as term-time only and job shares. 

• Professional development: Tailored learning and training opportunities 

• Wellbeing: Access to an employee assistance programme with mental health and wellbeing support 

• Culture: Supportive, collaborative team with regular catch-ups and shared learning 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Fundraising (approx. 80%) 

• Pipeline and planning – work with the CEO to keep a clear fundraising plan, with trusts and foundations as the main focus alongside manageable growth in corporates, community, and individual giving. 

• Trusts and foundations – research prospects, build a live pipeline, and write strong, tailored bids. Prepare accurate budgets and gather evidence from the team to strengthen proposals. 

• Reporting and stewardship – deliver timely reports, thank funders and donors well, and manage renewals and uplift opportunities. 

• Relationship development – nurture links with local businesses, community groups and potential major donors. Prepare simple proposals and support fundraising events or activities as needed. 

• Systems and compliance – maintain accurate records of applications, deadlines and outcomes. Ensure fundraising activity is compliant with GDPR and charity regulations. 

Communications (approx. 20%) 

• Supporter communications – produce engaging newsletters, updates and thank-yous that connect donors and partners with TRAIN’s impact. 

• Digital presence – update the website and social media channels with accurate, timely content that reflects TRAIN’s work and values. 

• PR and profile – share stories with local media, partners and networks. Ensure TRAIN’s messaging is clear, consistent and accessible. 

• Community engagement – promote TRAIN’s profile, youth offer, brand and presence in the community. 

General 

• Work closely with the CEO to align fundraising and comms priorities. 

• Collaborate with youth work staff to gather stories, quotes and data that demonstrate TRAIN’s impact. 

• Represent TRAIN at meetings and community events. 

• Contribute to the life of a small, collaborative team. 

ABOUT YOU 

We don’t expect you to have a long career in fundraising behind you. What matters most is that you can write clearly and persuasively, build relationships with people, and organise your workload to meet deadlines. If you’ve developed these skills in another sector and are keen to bring them into the charity world, we’d love to hear from you. Just as important, you’ll bring a genuine passion for TRAIN’s mission and a belief in the difference youth work makes. 

Essential qualities 

• Strong written communication skills: able to produce clear, persuasive bids, reports and updates. 

• Good at building relationships, whether with colleagues, partners or supporters. 

• Organised and reliable, able to manage multiple deadlines. 

• Comfortable working independently but also a collaborative team member. 

• Confident using IT tools (Microsoft Office, online research, basic social media platforms). 

• Passionate about TRAIN’s mission and motivated to make a difference for young people. 

• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check (we will arrange this before you start). 

Desirable qualities 

• Experience of fundraising, bid writing or income generation in any setting. 

• Understanding of trusts and foundations, or the ability to learn quickly. 

• Experience in marketing, PR, or communications (e.g. social media, newsletters, supporter comms). 

• Familiarity with CRM or pipeline management tools. 

• Knowledge of charity fundraising regulation and GDPR. 

• Confidence in representing an organisation at events or meetings. 

Equal opportunities 

TRAIN is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the youth work sector. We welcome diversity in age, ethnicity, faith, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and lived experience. 

Safer recruitment 

TRAIN is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Recruitment to this post will include references and an enhanced DBS check. 

  

Recruitment timeline 

• Applications open: Thursday 20 November 

• Applications close: Wednesday 10 December (midnight) 

• Shortlisted candidates notified: Thursday 11 December 

• Interviews: Wednesday 17 December 

Are you passionate about improving technical education? Gatsby Charitable Foundation is looking for a highly organised Project Officer to play an integral part in its programme delivery, with a particular focus on T Level industry placements.

Location: Manchester (On-site Tuesday-Thursday)

Applications close at 9 a.m. Friday 12th December.

Who we are

In 1967, David Sainsbury wrote out a cheque for five pounds to establish the Gatsby Charitable Foundation. Lord Sainsbury has since given Gatsby more than £1 billion to distribute to charitable causes in fields he is passionate about, including neuroscience, plant science, development in East Africa and public policy.

Gatsby established a small team focused on education policy in England almost 40 years ago. The team’s priorities have typically mirrored and sought to address the policy challenges of the times, from addressing the uptake of engineering degrees in the 1980s to our commitment to the improvement of the nation’s technical education and career guidance systems today. While priorities have changed and evolved, our approach has been consistent: we aim to be more than a funder. We act as an enabler for projects, working with partners in designing, developing, and, in some cases, delivering activities. We take a long-term view as we do not think much can be achieved by short, one-off projects.

We believe that a strong technical education system can open up good career opportunities for young people and adults, as well as drive greater national productivity and economic competitiveness. That is why our current work is focused on supporting the implementation of technical education reforms and the embedding of a stable career guidance system in England.

About the role

Gatsby is seeking a proactive and curious Project Officer to support the delivery of work that strengthens T Level implementation and expands high-quality industry placements across England. Working in the Industry Placement Team, you will help manage grants and contracts, coordinate employer-facing projects, organise events and networks, and capture insights and outputs to inform future activity. You will contribute to developing training and support for industry placement coordinators, produce case studies and blog content, and build relationships with providers, employers and sector partners.

This role works across several T Level subject areas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in or adjacent to further education, strong organisational and communication skills, and an enthusiasm for supporting technical education.

Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Friday 12th December.

The Royal British Legion provides life-changing support to our Armed Forces community which includes those who have served, those still serving, and their families. At times of crisis and need we offer them vital advice, assistance and funding.

This is part time role where we can offer weekly hours between 25-30 with shifts between Monday to Friday 9am-5pm to suit your lifestyle. Salary between £20,835 - £25,002 per annum depending on weekly hours worked.

We are looking for an Independent Living Advisor (Northern Ireland) to provide specialist, person centred and holistic advice, guidance, advocacy, and support to people living with a long-term illness or disability or caring for someone with these conditions.

As an Independent Living Advisor, you will empower individuals facing challenges with daily living, mobility, or self-care, as well as their carers, by providing tailored advice and support. You’ll conduct holistic assessments, working with health and social care professionals, to guide individuals on accessing support services, funding, and resources.
You’ll manage a varied caseload, addressing care needs, grants, adaptations, and funding options, delivering advice through phone, email, meetings, and home visits. By coordinating with other RBL services, you’ll ensure a fully integrated, person-centred approach that helps individuals regain control over their lives.

An Access NI check is required for this role.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

You will be contracted to your home address, and you will perform most of your work remotely there using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, with occasional travel incl. for monthly team meetings. Travel costs are covered.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics and aim to operate an inclusive recruitment process.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

About Media Trust 

At Media Trust, we believe when everyone has an equal voice, we’ll get to a more equal society. We design and deliver innovative and impactful training for charities so they can communicate more effectively to support their communities and drive social change. We also match charities with media industry volunteers for hands-on support. At the same time, we provide under-represented talent with the skills, access and mentoring to progress their careers in the media and creative sectors. For more information about Media Trust’s work, see our 2024/5 Impact Report. 

About the Role 

This role will lead Media Trust’s climate work. As Senior Programme Manager, you will run our flagship Communicating Climate programme and lead Media Trust’s work on the Diverse Voices programme. You will help us further develop our climate work and ensure our existing programmes are cutting edge and meet the demands of this moment.

This role will directly manage our Communicating Climate programme. The Senior Programme Manager will build on the success of the past five years of the programme and further develop the programme content and structure to maximise impact for participating organisations. With support from a programme co-ordinator, you will ensure the smooth delivery of the programme, including recruiting and managing a cohort of climate organisations; overseeing the budget and timeline; managing our relationships with funders, trainers and partners; and impact evaluation and reporting.

You will also oversee our role in the Diverse Voices programme, which works to amplify the voices of people and communities most impacted by climate change. The programme is run by a consortium of organisations, including Race Equality Foundation, Turn2Us and Disability Rights UK. Media Trust is the media partner, delivering communications-related training and support to the participants. 

Your line manager will be Media Trust’s Head of Charity Services and the role will sit within our charity services team. This Senior Programme Manager role does not currently have any direct line management responsibilities. 

Please note that whilst this is a remote role, the Media Trust team meets in-person in London on a monthly basis and regular travel to London for meetings and events is required. 

Key Responsibilities 

Programme Management of our climate programmes, including: 

• Lead our Communicating Climate programme, ensuring it is high quality, innovative and tailored to the needs and priorities of climate and environmental organisations 

• Recruit and build successive new cohorts of climate charities, user-led organisations and community groups, supporting them through the programme to ensure high levels of engagement and collaboration 

• Recruit and work with trainers and climate experts to develop engaging, practical and tailored training content, activities and resources 

• Plan and ensure the smooth delivery of all activities (including training, workshops, peer to peer networking sessions and other events), ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and lead to planned outcomes 

• Work with Media Trust’s media and creative industry partners to develop tailored training, mentoring and digital resources for the climate and environment sector 

• Manage the Advisory Group for Communicating Climate, which is comprised of leading media organisations, climate charities and sector experts, coordinating regular meetings, building relationships with members and facilitating opportunities for the Advisory Group to shape and input into the direction of the programme 

• Manage relationships with our key programme and sector partners including Climate Outreach, Heard and others, build relationships with a wide range of sector organisations

• Work with media industry partners to design and deliver activities for volunteers from leading media and creative agencies to provide pro bono strategic communications support to climate charities

• Manage the programme budget and financial reporting 

• Lead on the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the programme, ensuring impact is evidenced by high quality data and producing impact reports 

• Maintain up to date knowledge of trends and developments in the climate and strategic communications space and embed these insights into the programme content 

Other work across our team and programmes 

• Identify new opportunities for climate work for Media Trust 

• Share key learnings and best practice across our thematic programmes (our other thematic programme is the Stronger Voices Programme).

• Support the Head of Charity Services with securing grant and other funding for new thematic strategic communications programmes and climate work, contributing to the development of future programmes and funding applications 

• Collaborate with our MarComms team to craft compelling copy for various platforms including web, e-marketing, and social media channels 

Due to the high volume of CVs and applications we receive, we can't always get back to everyone, although we will try our best. 

Working at Media Trust 

Media Trust is an ambitious charity, full of passionate people. We are a small and dynamic team that works collaboratively and supports each other in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for motivated, agile and value-driven people to join our team. In return we offer: 

• Remote working – while Media Trust does not have a physical office, we meet regularly in London for team collaboration and training, which requires occasional travel (typically 2–3 times per month). 

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rated if part time) 

• Flexible hours, to be agreed with line manager 

• Pension contributions 

• 2 volunteer days each year 

• Attend two Media Trust Communications courses each year at no cost to you 

Flexible Working at Media Trust 

Media Trust values and respects all differences in people (seen and unseen). One of the ways we do this is by actively encouraging staff to work in ways that best suit their needs. Our flexible working policy outlines many of the options available, such as part-time and term-time working, job sharing, home working and working compressed hours. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility and equipment or other support you need. We’re not always able to support every request. However, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. 

Application Deadline: 

Please submit your application by 9AM, Monday 15 December 2025. 

Candidates invited to interview will be contacted by Friday 19 December 2025 

First round of interviews will take place week commencing 5 January 2026  

Second round interviews will take place week commencing 12 January 2026

Home-Merton is seeking an inspiring and strategic Director to lead our trusted local charity through its next stage of growth and innovation. 

This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible difference for children and families — by strengthening our community presence, driving income generation, and ensuring every child gets the best possible start in life. 

 About Home-Start Merton – Making a difference to young families

We believe strong families make strong communities. 
Our trained volunteers provide emotional and practical support to parents of young children, helping them navigate the challenges of early childhood and family life. 

Operating across London borough of Merton, we are a small but vibrant, values-driven charity and part of the wider Home-Start network — one of the UK’s leading family support movements. 

Our Charity Director Role

As Director, you’ll be both strategic leader and hands-on advocate, driving our fundraising and partnership agenda while overseeing operational excellence. 

You’ll lead our talented team of employees, work closely with trustees, and represent our charity with energy and passion — ensuring we remain a visible and trusted voice for families across Merton. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and inspire staff and volunteers to deliver high-impact family support services. 
• Oversee service delivery, safeguarding, and operational compliance. 

• Develop and implement a bold, diversified fundraising and income generation strategy. 

• Build and nurture relationships with funders, corporates, philanthropists, and community partners. 

• Act as a confident ambassador, raising the organisation’s profile locally and regionally. 

• Work closely with the Board of Trustees on governance, strategy, and long-term sustainability. 

About You 

You are: 

• Experienced in charity governance, financial management, and service delivery. 
• A proven fundraiser and relationship builder who can secure sustainable income across multiple sources. 

• A confident and inclusive leader who inspires and empowers teams. 

• Skilled in partnership development and community engagement. 

• Deeply committed to safeguarding, equality, and family wellbeing. 

Why Join Us? 

• Lead one of London’s most respected family charities. 

• Shape our strategy for growth and sustainability. 

• Join a passionate, values-led team and supportive board. 

• Enjoy flexible, hybrid working. 

How to Apply 

If you meet most but not all of our criteria and are passionate about giving children the best start in life we'd still like to hear from you.

Apply via CharityJob or reach out to our Chair for an informal conversation. 

Closing Date: Friday 12 December 2025

Home-Start Merton is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. 

Reporting to: Head of Programme and Events
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £27,700 - £33,800 pro rata
Hours: 35 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work will be required.
Location: Charleston in Firle (BN8 6LL) & Charleston in Lewes (BN7 1FB)

Charleston is seeking a creative and results driven Marketing and Communications Manager with a passion for arts and cultural programming to lead the promotion of our events programme and enterprises offer. Working closely with the Head of Programme & Events, the role will plan and deliver end to end marketing campaigns that promote our festivals and events, driving footfall to our yearround programme, cafes and shops.

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan, create, and manage multi-channel marketing campaigns for our year-round festivals and events programme, including digital and offline advertising, press, social media, website, and print, ensuring all event content drives revenue and is promoted consistently across all platforms.
• Plan and deliver marketing initiatives for Charleston’s enterprise offer to grow attendance, sales, and revenue.
• Work with external brands to promote commercial partnerships.
• Ensure community engagement and learning events are supported and promoted, forming an integral part of the wider programme.
• Design and produce marketing materials in line with brand guidelines, including brochures, flyers and posters using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Working with external designers as and when required.
• Responding to operational or crisis communications needs with agility and creativity.
• Conduct and lead on research, surveys and digital analytics to deliver actionable audience insight on the events programme including booking behaviours, competitive positioning and trends.
• Monitor ticket sales and performance metrics in conjunction with the events team to determine ticket pricing.
• Work with the Ticketing and Events Coordinator and other teams to ensure a seamless audience journey through the website, ticketing, and on-site experience.

Press

• Work closely with the PR agency on the planning and delivery of PR campaigns to generate coverage of Charleston’s festivals and year- round programme of events, cultivating existing relationships with local and
• national press.
• Write and distribute press releases for campaigns or announcements.
• Manage press visits across the programme.
• Work with external partners, speakers and sponsors to identify opportunities for cross-promotion.

Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the Marketing and Communications Manager:
• Exhibitions and Development to optimise cross-promotion opportunities, drive membership across the programme and maximise visitor engagement with Charleston’s offer.
• Share management of Charleston’s website, ensuring it is always up to date, engaging, and reflective of the organisation.
• Manage the communications calendar in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Manager: Exhibitions and Development.
• With the Events Manager, organise and support photoshoots and film shoots

General duties

• With oversite from the Head of Programme and Events plan and manage budgets and expenditure for marketing campaigns.
• Ensure all data management and communications are compliant with GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act (2018)
• Keep up to date with emerging audience and marketing trends and share insights with colleagues.
• Build and maintain relationships and networks within the cultural sector, particularly across publishing, festivals and live events.
• Work a flexible pattern during our programme when required to help manage content creation, press and photography.
• Carry out other duties that may arise to fulfil the main objectives of the post and the aims of Charleston.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder will be expected to take on additional tasks when required; these tasks will be in keeping with the general profile of the role.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Philanthropy Manager to play a pivotal role in our Head Office in Aldgate.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This is an exciting opportunity to join Hestia at a pivotal point in its fundraising journey. Over the past five years, Hestia has developed a successful and growing fundraising programme, which includes support from charitable trusts and foundations, statutory grant makers, corporate partners, individual givers, and high-value donors. The Philanthropy Manager will play a key role in shaping and developing Hestia's philanthropy programme, with a focus on individual giving, legacies, and major donor relationships. This role offers the chance to significantly grow the programme's reach and impact.

As Philanthropy Manager, you will be a confident and strategic relationship manager with the ability to engage, inspire, and steward a portfolio of major donors and prospects. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, you will deliver personalised stewardship plans, craft compelling proposals, and manage a pipeline of four, five, and six-figure gifts. You will also line manage the Senior Supporter Care and Finance Coordinator, contributing to a high-performing and motivated team. This role is ideal for a proactive fundraiser who is passionate about making a meaningful difference to the lives of people affected by domestic abuse, modern slavery, and mental health challenges.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for:

The ideal candidate will be highly literate and numerate, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. They will bring proven experience in building and managing relationships with high-value donors, successfully stewarding individuals to secure five- and six-figure gifts. They will have a strong track record in developing and delivering individual giving and donor stewardship campaigns, as well as managing complex, cross-team projects and leading people, whether through formal line management or working with volunteers.

The candidate will be organised, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. They will have strong digital skills, including confident use of CRM and email marketing systems, along with MS Office tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. With a creative and innovative approach to fundraising, they will also have a solid understanding of data protection legislation (GDPR) and safeguarding principles. Importantly, they will demonstrate empathy and alignment with Hestia's mission, supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse, modern slavery, and mental health challenges.

Interview Process:

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Aston-Mansfield is a charity with a rich history of supporting children, young people, and families in East London since 1884. Based in Manor Park, the organisation focuses on four key areas: children and families, youth empowerment, mental health and well-being, and community development. 

Our work with young people includes training workshops, mentoring, youth-led heritage programmes, and other initiatives that help young people build confidence, develop decision-making skills, foster social inclusion, and improve well-being. We are passionate about amplifying youth voices, encouraging young people to join our board as Young Trustees and take on paid Young Facilitator roles to develop their leadership and delivery skills. 

Our two most current young adult programmes include: The Heritage Lottery programme second year delivery:  

New Voices for Old Stories is our youth-led heritage project which supports young people in investigating our heritage and the heritage of the area and reframing old stories from the past 100 years into new voices. 

Newly funded Reaching Communities programme:  

Breaking Boundaries Collective: Aims to reduce loneliness and isolation and build stronger relationships across different communities. At the same time, the project will focus on increasing the social mobility of young people from disadvantaged and low socioeconomic backgrounds. This will be achieved by employing 16 Young Facilitators in key leadership roles as well as engaging 160 young people as Changemakers, providing training and development through learning days and Action Learning Sets using external free lancers. 

This programme will have an integrated and community-focused approach, alongside the development of Young Facilitators to lead the project. Breaking Boundaries Collective will build on Aston-Mansfield's existing work and create a safer, happier, and more connected Newham for young people and the wider community. 

Role Overview 

As the Youth Programmes Manager, you will lead Aston-Mansfield’s Young Adult Programmes for individuals aged 16–25 in Newham and surrounding boroughs. You will oversee the delivery of funded programmes, develop new initiatives, and ensure high-quality workshops, training, and mentoring. This role also involves managing teams, budgets, safeguarding responsibilities, and building partnerships to support the charity’s mission of empowering young people and creating stronger communities. 

Purpose of the job

This role creates a positive impact for young people by managing partners through the effective delivery of our youth work programmes, delivering high quality facilitation and training and building excellent relationships across a region to contribute to improvements in our network offer.

Working with Project Mangers across Network Delivery, you will enable the effective delivery of our provision to the youth sector through effective contract management and support for partnerships with Delivery Partners and Grantees. You will deliver high quality training and facilitated sessions, translating curriculum and content into engaging and effective delivery. Working within a specific geographical location you will pro -actively build relationships with organisations and networks and foster connections that will help to unlock youth work for all young people. You will gather insights from across your region to feed into and contribute to the development of our offer to our network.

Key responsibilities

Programme delivery

• Account and contract management of relationships with a portfolio of Delivery Partners and Grantees within your geographical location

• Ensure that Delivery Partners and Grantees understand their programme and grant requirements and are successfully delivering against those

• Support Project Managers in coordinating and administering a range of project activities through the project lifecycle including contracting, onboarding, monitoring progress, event management and delivery and data collection

• Conduct visits to youth organisations engaged in our digital and physical delivery

Facilitation and training

• Deliver engaging and effective facilitation, training and events across both digital and physical platforms.

• Translate curriculum, content and workforce development tools into impactful delivery for youth workers and young people across both digital and physical platforms.

Network Development

• Build knowledge of the provision of support for young people in your geographical location to enable you to act as an effective relationship builder, networker and connector

• Actively engage individuals, organisations and specific networks that can support development of our delivery (e.g., employment networks, regional infrastructure organisations, Violence Reduction Networks)

• Facilitate Delivery and Grantee networks and collaboration spaces as per the requirements of our youth work provision and network offer

• Engage Delivery Partners and Grantees with our network offer and facilitate the embedding of our youth development content and workforce support tools

Experience We're After

• Experience in relationship and contract management

• Experience coordinating activities across several programmes and project simultaneously

• Expertise in facilitation and training particularly in youth development content

• Experience planning, delivering and hosting events

• Experience of operating effectively in a matrix management structure

Why work at UK Youth?

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We have influence as a sector-supporting infrastructure body, a direct delivery partner and a campaigner for social change. As outlined in our 2025 #unlockingyouthwork strategy, we believe youth work is a catalyst for change that young people need now more than ever. We play a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment into the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding of how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions.

 We are building a movement of change; galvanising likeminded individuals, organisations, government, and businesses from all sectors, to work together and deliver system change for all young people. Together we will create a society that understands, champions, and delivers effective youth.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: Monday 8th December 2025 at 09:00am

Provisional Interview Dates: W/C 15th December 2025

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.