Grants officer jobs

Want to change how the world talks about migration?

The Migrant Futures Institute at Goldsmiths is hiring a Development Manager to help grow our work reshaping narratives around migration through creative practice and research. If you have experience in philanthropy, partnerships, or strategy—and care about justice, culture, and representation—this is for you.

What makes Goldsmiths unique? 

Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive. 

About the Migrant Futures Institute 

The Migrant Futures Institute (MFI) is being established at Goldsmiths in 2025 thanks to a major philanthropic commitment by Oak Foundation in academic year 2024-25.

The MFI is set to be a beacon of rigorous research, innovative policy solutions, and creative approaches to understanding and reshaping migration discourse. Through collaborative research and creative practice, the MFI engages directly with migrant organisations and communities, working with them to generate new knowledge, cultivate understanding, and support their well-being, creative and work aspirations. 

About the Role 

Building on an 8-figure philanthropic commitment made by Oak Foundation, the Development Manager will play a key role in securing the long-term viability and success of the Migrant Futures Institute. Working with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations and the MFI Director, the post holder will ensure that fundraising is an embedded strategic priority. They will develop and deliver outcome-led fundraising strategies that work within the broader University fundraising and communications environment and achieve philanthropic fundraising targets. 

About the Candidate 

You will demonstrate your ability to make things happen, to manage and move relationships forward, to communicate inspiring messages and build warm relationships that deliver support for the Migrant Futures Institute at Goldsmiths. Your dynamic and proactive approach will be combined with a track record of delivering successful fundraising campaigns and experience of building partnerships and delivering support, ideally in an academic context, but transferrable skills from candidates looking to move into the sector are also welcomed. Understanding of and insight into the discourses, civic and academic organisations and issues related to migration in society would also be advantageous.   

We strongly encourage applications from colleagues from racialised, minority ethnic backgrounds, especially those with migrant, refugee or diasporic backgrounds and experiences. Advancing equality and celebrating diversity are central values at Goldsmiths, University of London. 

We are looking for a highly skilled and visionary senior leader, with a proven track-record of financial and business management and the creation of robust and innovative financial and operational strategies. The Senior Finance Lead will be a member of the senior leadership team, entrusted with strategic responsibility and supervising day to day management of the financial and commercial operations across the business including the shop, café, nursery, admissions and educational courses. The Senior Finance Lead will conduct rigorous analysis of financial data, trends and performance metrics to derive insights and offer recommendations for informed decision making.

In return Great Dixter offer a market rate salary and benefits package, together with flexible working practices where available. To apply, please send a full cv with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post.

Early applications are encouraged; interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.

Executive Assistant to CEO & Governance Lead

Croydon Almshouses

South Croydon/Hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home per week, with flexible working

Full time

Permanent

Up to £40,536

Excellent benefits including 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, contributory workplace pension scheme, and excellent training and development opportunities

Are you an experienced EA or do you have significant experience of administration, particularly servicing a Board and Committees? If you would like to use your skills to be part of a small, dedicated staff team, supporting the CEO and Board, we would love to hear from you.

Charity People are delighted to be working with Croydon Almshouses, which aims to make the best use of its resources and agility to reduce the impact of poverty on people in Croydon, to recruit an Executive Assistant to the CEO & Governance Lead.

Croydon Almshouses is the oldest charity in Croydon. For over 550 years, they have been supporting people who experience the impact of poverty. Since 1447 they have offered almshouses, including Elis David Almshouses, a modern purpose-built block of 55 almshouses in South Croydon. For the last 40 years, they have also awarded grants to community groups and individuals of all ages across Croydon who are in need, or facing distress or hardship, and to local and national organisations which help them.

At the heart of everything is 'community'. This is an exciting time to join Croydon Almshouses as their 2024-2028 strategy Do More, Do Better aims to take them into the next chapter by expanding operations to enhance impact in local communities.

The role

The Executive Assistant to CEO & Governance Lead will provide support to the Chief Executive Officer to fulfil her responsibilities and enhance her effectiveness. This will also include working closely with the Board of Trustees and the Senior Leadership Team.

Key responsibilities

• Executive Support & Diary Management: Manage the CEO's diary, prepare for meetings, maintain action logs, and provide proactive support in work planning.
• Governance & Administration: Organise and service Board, Committee, and staff meetings, including agendas, minute-taking, follow-ups on actions, ensuring compliance with governing documents and charity law. The role will line manage a Senior Administrator and facilitate trustee recruitment, induction and development.
• Safeguarding and Data Protection: Ensure data protection and safeguarding legislation are adhered to, embedding law in policies/procedures (training provided).
• Operations & HR Management: Oversee office operations, supplier contracts, data protection compliance, HR functions, and staff development.
• Project & Budget Management: Supports and sometimes leads projects, manages a small budget, and ensures cost-effective procurement of services and equipment.

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Significant experience of administration, particularly servicing a Board and Committees
• Significant experience in providing support to a senior executive, preferably as an EA
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Exceptional organisation skills and attention to detail
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Croydon Almshouses is a small, dedicated team who work effectively together, and all contribute to making a positive, impactful difference in the lives of beneficiaries. You will need to demonstrate the following attributes:

• The ability to respond to changing and varied priorities
• Thrives in learning new information and taking a proactive approach to facilitating impact
• A patient and pleasant disposition in email, face-to-face and on the telephone
• Common sense, approachability and sense of humour
• Ability to adapt positively to change
• Highly resourceful, self-motivated and with strong emotional intelligence

How to apply

The application process is CV and supporting statement. Please share your latest CV with Jen D'Souza at Charity People. Jen will share the pack and full details on how to apply. We will be holding a webinar for interested candidates on Thursday 19 June at 1pm. The closing date is 5pm on Monday 23 June. Interviews will take place in person on the 2 and 3 July.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Jen if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

We are growing our programme of research and are looking for a Research Manager to lead this work.
 
We are seeking to build our evidence base to inform national policy and the delivery of our services using both synthesised data from our services and new key pieces of research.
 
The Research Manager will work in the Policy and Research Team and manage a Research and Engagement Officer. The Research Manager will design, develop and implement an impactful programme of research that centres the needs of survivors and support the Research and Engagement Officer to conduct research. This will include managing and delivering two significant, funded research grants exploring the provision of support services and accommodation for LGBT victims and survivors.
 
You will promote the analysis, dissemination and use of the data generated to ensure maximum impact. This will include contributing to policy work led by the Director of Policy and Evidence, supported by the Policy Officer.
 
Location
 
Galop’s offices are located in London (Hybrid available). We are also open to this being a remote working role for someone based outside of London.
 
Hours
 
This role is offered on a 0.6 - 0.8 FTE (21-28 hours per week) basis, and we are open to discussion on how those hours are structured in order to encourage applicants with additional responsibilities or commitments.
 
Contract
 
Permanent
 
Reports to
 
Director of Policy and Evidence
 
Salary
 
£38,746.08 per year full-time equivalent including London weighting of £4,212.01 if living in London and/or working from our London office.
The salary pro-rata is £23,247.65 per year for 0.6 of the FTE and £30,996.86 per year for 0.8.
If the role is remote, the salary without London weighting pro-rata is £20,720.44 per year for 0.6 of the FTE and £27,627.26 per year for 0.8.
 
Closing Date and Applications
 
Applications should be submitted by 10:00am on June 30.
The first round of interviews will be held on July 8.
 
REF-222098

About the role

Whether you're looking for an interim opportunity or a permanent role, we’re interested in hearing from experienced professionals who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

This is an inspiring role for someone who wants to contribute to our success by providing strategic leadership and direction to the fundraising and communications functions supporting the Dementia Adventure business plan and charitable mission and objectives.

Managing a team of five across fundraising, communications, special projects and data management, the successful applicant will lead the development of partnerships and campaigns to raise funds for Dementia Adventure’s unique work to support people with dementia and their carers to have a more active and fulfilled life by getting outdoors and experiencing the benefits of nature. 

You will provide strategic leadership and direction for income generation through various fundraising disciplines and joint fundraising partnerships, ensuring the charity's diversification of funding and financial sustainability. Funding sources include major grantmakers, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, challenge events, and an individual giving campaign.

Hand in hand with leading fundraising, you will oversee the Communications team, supporting, developing and monitoring the communications strategy, associated budget, resources, systems, processes and operations. This will involve overseeing and directing a communications plan promoting the work of Dementia Adventure to a broad range of audiences through various channels and campaigns, along with increasing online and social media presence.

About you
We are looking for someone to join the charity’s Senior Leadership Team who will bring experience from their past successes and provide inspirational strategic leadership and direction to the fundraising and communications functions in support of the Dementia Adventure business plan, charitable mission and objectives. The successful applicant will have a strong, successful track record of fundraising and/or other forms of income generation in the charity sector, including management, with proven experience in meeting financial and non-financial targets. You should be able to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including trusts and grant givers, corporates, major donors and other individuals. In addition, you should have strong knowledge of marketing and communication principles and practice, digital marketing, and social media, and be confident in engaging audiences sensitively with real-life stories to demonstrate impact and create a compelling case for support.

Dementia Adventure is an evidence-led, multi-award national charity helping people living with dementia and their carers to enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature, and retain a sense of adventure. We look at what people can do, not what they can’t. Through supported holidays, learning, and tailored support, we promote well-being, inclusion, and resilience through fostering meaningful connections and renewed possibilities.

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per year

Contract type: Permanent

Location: UK (minimum 2 days a week in our London office)

Work pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with the opportunity for flexible working hours

Reporting to: Head of Finance and Operations

Please submit an anonymised CV and covering letter (please remove any identifying details such as name, address, photos) by midnight on 07 July 2025.

Your covering letter should outline:

• Your motivations for applying to Mission 44
• How this role fits into your career plans 
• Experience (professional, voluntary or lived) that makes you a great fit for this role in line with our values and the criteria outlined in this job description.

About the Role

In this new role, you will contribute to enhancing the finance function within a growing and dynamic international charitable foundation. The role will enable you to work and continue your professional development across many aspects of the finance function. 

You will play an important part in our finance team’s further growth and professionalisation as Mission 44 extends its reach as a charity working in multiple countries. You will have the opportunity to gain further hands-on experience in driving our day-to-day finance processes, while also leading key projects to enhance our systems and put in place effective financial management of our new US entity. 

This role forms part of our Operations Team, currently comprising our Chief Operating Officer, our Head of Finance and Operations (HoFO), our Chief of Staff, our People and Culture Manager and our Operations Officer. A key part of your role will be acting as finance business partner to our other teams - impact, fundraising and communications - and demonstrating a customer service mindset in helping them achieve their objectives.

We’re looking for a finance professional, newly-qualified or working towards a chartered accountant qualification, wanting to develop their skills and career in a comprehensive finance role and contribute to our mission of helping young people thrive.

Roles and Responsibilities

Accounting (40%)

• Oversee day-to-day transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, for both the UK charity and the newly created US charity
• Ensure that accurate and comprehensive records of accounting evidence for all transactions are maintained
• Monitor cashflow
• Support the HoFO in the month-end process
• Oversee and control monthly payroll with external payroll provider
• Oversee and control VAT returns with external accountants
• Check monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Develop the purchase order system

Financial Planning & Analysis (35%)

• Support the HoFO in the preparation of the monthly management accounts
• Control all accounts payable in dialogue with budget holders
• Finance business partnering with budget holders and the Senior Leadership Team
• Control and account for the use of restricted funds, in alignment with donor requirements and with the Impact team
• Collaborate with the fundraising team to support forecasting and income tracking

Statutory accounts and audit (10%)

• Support the HoFO in the year-end processes
• Support the HoFO in the preparation of statutory accounts, supervising outsourced accountants
• Support audit requests
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards, including charity-specific requirements

Operations (15%)

• Responsible for the financial management of grant payments, in coordination with Grant Managers and Grant Budget Holders
• Drive good practice in procurement and manage the relationship with suppliers
• Support the wider Ops team in ad hoc projects and activities

Skills and experience

Essential

• Newly qualified or part qualified, working towards a chartered accountant qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Able to be hands-on in a small finance team
• Able to drive relationships with outsourced accountants
• Fluent in using spreadsheets for financial information
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly explain complex financial data and concepts to non-finance staff and stakeholders to support decision-making
• Strong critical thinker with keen attention to detail
• Experience of project management and knowledge of project management principles
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably within the non-profit sector
• A passion for and deep understanding of Mission 44’s values

Desirable

• Experience working with Xero
• Experience in a grant-giving organisation
• Experience of working in an international organisation
• Experience of working in a start-up or rapid-growth organisation
• Knowledge of Charity Statement Of Recommended Practice (SORP)

Personal Qualities 

• Passionate about supporting and empowering young people to thrive and succeed
• Highly collaborative, adept at building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Customer service mindset, committed to consistency and quality of delivery for colleagues, and embracing feedback
• Committed to inclusion, promoting and embracing diverse perspectives
• Self-starting and flexible, able to adapt to rapidly changing priorities
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to manage the day-to-day while also driving forward longer-term projects and priorities 
• Resilient and adaptable in the face of ambiguity, remaining focused, resourceful, and effective when navigating complex or uncertain situations
• Strong and evidenced commitment to learning, continuous professional development and improvement

Benefits

• Enjoy 28 days annual leave, plus a day for your birthday
• Use our cycle-to-work scheme and free gym access
• Save for retirement with our generous pension package
• We finish every Friday at noon in August
• Optional health insurance and access to an EAP
• Professional development budget of £1k
• Unlimited volunteering leave, as agreed with your manager
• Wellbeing allowance to spend in whatever way works for you
• Competitive parental leave package

The purpose of this role is to provide leadership, oversight and curation to the FYT Leadership Team, and to lead the smooth running of the FYT Organisation which supports the wider FYT Movement. This will include coordinating the delivery of the strategic plan, leading fundraising, and working closely with the FYT Board to oversee the smooth running of the organisation.

Hours: 22.5 hrs per week
Salary: £24,116 per annum (£40,194 pro rata) + 9% pension
Holidays: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas
Location: Working from home, with nationwide travel expected

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the FYT Movement – Engage with movement members
   • Listening
   • Inspiring
   • Taking inspiration from
   • Facilitating collaboration and cross-pollination
2. Lead the FYT staff team – supporting, supervising, enabling and encouraging and ensuring appropriate HR functions are carried out. 
3. Lead the fundraising strategy for the organisation, giving attention to securing grants, as well as donor fundraising . Report as necessary to funders.
4. Work with the Finance Officer to manage the budget and finances within the parameters agreed by the Board.
5. Facilitate the effective function of the Leadership Team, enabling the smooth and efficient carrying out of the strategic priorities.
6. Provide Line Management support and supervision to the other members of the Leadership Team.
7. Develop, implement and monitor FYT’s strategic plan in partnership with the FYT team and board
8. Engage in practical theological reflection on FYT’s mission and how it is expressed.
9. Attend and contribute as required to Board meetings, working closely with the Chair and Board to ensure that appropriate issues are raised, and that any agreed action is put into effect.
10. Be an advocate for marginalised young people, the issues they face, and youth workers and projects working with them (pursuing prophetic mischief, provocation, and taking up our unique space in the youth ministry community).
11. Make links with appropriate Christian, voluntary and statutory bodies and to represent FYT in appropriate forums and pursue opportunities for collaborative working.
12. Support the active promotion of the FYT training and resource offer.
13. Lead the monitoring and evaluation (impact assessment) of FYT’s work

Other functions:

1. Meet regularly with Line Manager for supervision.
2. Undertake administration and keep necessary work records.
3. Comply with all FYT policies and procedures.
4. Work collaboratively with the FYT leadership team and Board to ensure that organisational policies are regularly reviewed.
5. Engage in CPD/lifelong learning.
6. Undertake any other tasks that may be requested, commensurate with the nature and level of the post and as may be required by the Board of Trustees.

Additional Information

• The Leadership Team is supported by a contract with Giraffe HR that assists in the day to day running of the organisation, primarily managing the finances of the organisation.
• Engagement in ongoing, regular youth work with marginalised young people is not a requirement of this post, but encouraged. FYT will be flexible where possible in order to facilitate this.

Do you like to make things happen and have a passion for nature and a talent for turning ideas into reality? Join the Chiltern Society as our new Project Development Manager and play a vital role in protecting one of England’s most cherished landscapes. We’re looking for an exceptional team player to help create and secure funding for impactful, high-value projects that protect and enhance one of the UK’s most cherished landscapes.

This is a newly created, role at the Chiltern Society, designed to help drive our long-term income growth and ensure the sustainability of our work across the region. You'll bridge the gap between an idea and delivery—developing projects and securing the funding, partnerships, and business opportunities needed to bring them to life. Apply now and help shape the future of the Chilterns.

Apply by noon on Thursday 26 June with your CV and cover letter explaining how your skills and experience fit the role. Full JD on the Chiltern Society website.

First round interviews will be held online/remotely on Monday 7 July. Successful second round candidates will be invited to interview and to give a short presentation to the panel, in person, at the Society’s Chesham office on Monday 17 July.

Financial Accountant

£45,000-£52,000 per annum (dependent on relevant skills, experience and qualification) plus generous benefits

Location – Hybrid working split between the Foundation’s office in London and home. This usually averages at two days in the office per week.

We are the Football Foundation - the Premier League, the FA and government’s charity that delivers outstanding grassroots facilities, more and better places to play, transforming lives and communities where it is needed most. 

About the role

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for an opportunity to drive financial excellence in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your professional skills and experience to make a real difference to people’s lives? We’re looking for a Financial Accountant to play a key role across our organisation, working with colleagues to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across our financial operations.

As a Financial Accountant, you’ll be responsible for preparing, analysing, and maintaining financial records and reports, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll support the month-end and year-end close, oversee payroll and accounts payable, and act as the first point of contact for grant and bank account queries. Your role will be essential in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, providing expert financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual statutory accounts and audit documentation.
• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Oversee payroll processing (Sage 50), including tax and pension calculations.
• Manage accounts payable, including supplier payments and expense reconciliation.
• Maintain key financial controls, including grant payments, payroll, creditors, and bank reconciliations.
• Monitor and improve financial processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Support the Finance Director with cash flow analysis and forecasting.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified or finalist (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with 2-5 years of experience in financial accounting.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit processes.
• Skilled in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Financial Modelling) and accounting software (preferably NetSuite).
• Experience in payroll processing, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, able to present financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

For full details of the role and requirements, please download our recruitment pack below.

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £45,000-£52,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.

You will start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview stage, please contact us.

The closing date for applications is: Sunday 06 July 2025 at 23:59

First interviews will be held via MS Teams 15 July 2025.

Second-stage interviews will be held in person at Wembley Stadium 21 July 2025. 

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of fundraising at Springboard, a national charity that helps people overcome barriers and build thriving careers in hospitality and tourism.

As our new Head of Fundraising, you will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious, sustainable fundraising strategy to support Springboard’s long-term goals. With a focus on relationship-led income generation, you will play a key role in diversifying income streams, securing high-value partnerships and driving innovation across our fundraising portfolio.

You’ll cultivate and manage meaningful relationships with a wide range of funders and supporters, including trusts, foundations, corporate partners, major donors and philanthropic individuals. You’ll also be a confident spokesperson and ambassador for Springboard, actively engaging new funders, attending sector events and positioning the charity as a leading voice in hospitality employment, skills and social mobility.

This role offers significant scope to innovate, developing new income streams such as digital campaigns, legacy giving and donor engagement programmes. You’ll work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team and lead a dedicated fundraising team, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an ambitious, long-term fundraising strategy to sustain and grow Springboard’s income across multiple streams.
• Lead and inspire the fundraising team, embedding a high-performance culture and supporting professional development.
• Secure and manage significant income from trusts, foundations, and public funders through proactive relationship-building and high-quality applications.
• Build and nurture long-term, high-value relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and philanthropic supporters.
• Act as a senior ambassador for Springboard, representing the charity at events, networking proactively and raising our profile within the sector.
• Identify and implement new fundraising approaches, including digital campaigns, legacy giving and donor engagement programmes.
• Oversee compliance and reporting, ensuring that all fundraising activity adheres to best practice, ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to align fundraising opportunities with programme delivery, organisational priorities, and impact goals.
• Use data and insight to monitor performance, evaluate impact and continuously improve fundraising effectiveness.

This job is for you if you are:

- A strategic thinker with a proven track record of leading successful, multi-income stream fundraising programmes.

- A skilled relationship-builder who thrives on cultivating long-term, high-value partnerships with funders, donors and corporate supporters.

- An influential communicator, confident presenting to senior stakeholders, representing your organisation externally and advocating for a powerful mission.

- An experienced fundraiser, adept at securing significant grants and major gifts and managing a complex portfolio of income sources.

- A collaborative leader who inspires high-performing teams and works cross-functionally to deliver shared organisational goals.

- Insightful and data-informed, using evidence to drive decisions and improve performance.

- Motivated by making a difference, with a passion for social mobility, skills development and transforming lives through employment.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working opportunity
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Extra gifted days at Christmas
• Extensive private health care
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee benefits scheme
• Access to learning & development platform Mapal One
• Supportive work environment

About us

At Springboard, we

- Futureproof the talent pipeline for hospitality and tourism.

- Nurture people into careers in hospitality, leisure and tourism by equipping them with the inspiration, knowledge, skills, advice and guidance they need.

- Help transform the lives of people and break down barriers to work, so they get sustained employment, whatever their age or background.

- Provide specialist careers information, advice and guidance to inform and guide young people, adults and key influencers about the industry and facilitate quality work experience opportunities.

- Promote hospitality and tourism as a great place to work, providing worthwhile and inspirational careers.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please let us know.

* Springboard is an equal opportunities organisation, and we are serious about our compliance with legislation and GDPR.

* Please note: By submitting your details in relation to this role you are giving us permission to retain your details on our database of job seeking professionals for future reference.

In this key role, you’ll support the smooth running of our charity by providing essential administration across HR, finance, fundraising, and delivery teams. From booking travel and supporting events, to managing policies, payments, and helping our internal systems run efficiently, your work will help our team deliver lasting impact on climate engagement and political advocacy.

You’ll be joining a warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative team, where your contributions are valued and your wellbeing is a priority. We’re committed to supporting our staff with flexibility, autonomy, and development opportunities in a genuinely inclusive environment.

What we offer:

• A permanent, full-time role with flexibility to support your work–life balance.
   

• Hybrid and flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight.
   

• An inclusive culture and supportive team environment.
   

• Wellbeing support, pension contributions,generous 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
   

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to use their skills in organisation, communication, and systems to support a charity at the heart of climate democracy work. We’d especially love to hear from candidates local to Sheffield and those from underrepresented backgrounds.

The Woodland and Nature Recovery Manager at Western Forest will manage the delivery of high-quality forestry, woodland and nature recovery activities within the Western Forest. This role ensures that all initiatives are aligned with the Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRS) and focuses on woodland creation, agroforestry and sustainable forest management. The manager will oversee a team of five officers, based primarily within partnership organisations, and work closely with England’s Community Forests and many other partners to maximise impact.

This role will enable the sharing of expertise across the Western Forest area.

A key focus will be to work with partners across the region to seek out opportunities to create large scale woodland creation projects that will deliver at landscape scale. These new projects will seek alternative funding streams that will generate a variety of activities such as tree planting, timber production and biodiversity protection.

Impact Manager Job Description and Person Specification

Job Title: Impact Manager

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join Young Hammersmith & Fulham as we implement our recently approved Impact Measurement Framework. The Impact Manager will design and implement measurement systems that track progress against our strategic themes while building a stronger evidence base for the youth sector across the borough. This role will act as an impact catalyst (a change agent who drives outcome-focused thinking) for both Young H & F and its members, contributing to a 'culture of impact' where outcome measurement becomes routine and is embedded throughout our network.

Key Details

• Line Manager: Chief Executive Officer
• Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 pro rata (dependent on experience)
• Location: Hybrid -- Ed City Campus, Hammersmith & Fulham, and remote working (with regular on-site presence at Young H & F office and member locations)
• Contract: 12 months with potential for extension; Part-time (16-24 hours per week)
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year (pro rata) plus bank holidays and the Christmas closure period
• Start Date: September 2025

Key Responsibilities

Core Functions

System Design & Implementation

• Develop a comprehensive measurement system aligned with Young H & F's strategic themes and SMART targets (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound goals)
• Create user-friendly data collection tools and templates for member organisations
• Establish baseline engagement metrics for all 100+ members and implement regular Net Promoter Score tracking
• Design and launch a pilot impact measurement programme across five member organisations

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Lead creation of quarterly insight reports and annual impact reports for stakeholders
• Develop compelling data visualisations and reporting formats for diverse audiences (trustees, funders, members, young people)
• Interpret data to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations to inform operational decisions

• Support team reporting to partners and funders

Member Engagement & Capacity Building

• Champion the value of impact measurement among member organisations
• Develop practical guidance materials and "low investment, high impact" data collection approaches that respect members' time constraints
• Support integration of outcome measurement into daily activities and member visits
• Design flexible delivery options for training and support (in-person and virtual)

Additional Responsibilities

Research & Innovation

• Conduct a member engagement audit to establish current baselines
• Implement efficient data collection at events and develop youth-led research approaches (research designed and conducted by young people themselves)
• Stay current with youth sector research and policy developments
• Track partnership funding and outcomes data

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain best practice standards in charity impact reporting
• Ensure full compliance with data protection legislation
• Implement appropriate data analysis tools and methods
• Align data strategy with organisational strategic plan

System Management

• Support implementation of impact data capture within our Plinth system (our internal database)
• Train team members on system usage for recording impact metrics
• Provide regular progress reports on agreed outputs and outcomes

  Person Specification

  Essential Skills and Experience

• Impact Framework Design: Experience creating measurement frameworks for charitable and youth-focused organisations
• Data Analysis: Proven ability to manage datasets, derive insights, and make data-driven decisions
• Capacity Building: Experience supporting skill development within small organisations
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with data visualisation tools and both quantitative and qualitative analysis methods
• Communication: Ability to present data clearly to diverse audiences (from young people to board members)
• Sector Knowledge: Understanding of challenges and priorities within the youth sector
• Trust-Based Approaches: Knowledge of collaborative, relationship-centred methods in impact measurement
• Personal Qualities: Meticulous attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, ability to work independently, proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Values Alignment: Commitment to fairness, equality, and respect, aligned with Young H & F's values

• Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience with membership organisations
• Knowledge of the Hammersmith & Fulham voluntary sector
• Experience in youth participation methodologies (approaches that meaningfully involve young people in decision-making)
• Familiarity with Net Promoter Score and member engagement metrics
• Experience designing and implementing pilot programmes

Benefits

• 7% Employer's pension contributions
• Travel and hospitality expenses covered
• Work phone provided
• Death in service payment of three times your salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme for discounted personal laptops/smartphones
• Optional one-to-one external support for personal development
• Training opportunities
• Team lunches and away-day activities

Key Relationships

Internal: CEO, Communications and Marketing Manager, Relationships and Grants Manager, Membership Engagement and Sector Development Manager, Trustees, Project Support and Administration Officer

External: Young H & F's 100+ member organisations, pilot impact measurement cohort, Hammersmith and Fulham Council, funders and partners

About Young Hammersmith and Fulham

Young Hammersmith and Fulham is a membership charity dedicated to supporting young people and children's voluntary organisations in our borough. Our vision is to make Hammersmith & Fulham the best place in London for young people. Our mission is to assist our members in providing meaningful and memorable opportunities for young people.

We support over 100 organisations through exclusive member-only grants, funding support, targeted training, and other opportunities. Our free membership scheme benefits voluntary organisations that help children, young people, and their families in the boroughs of Hammersmith and Fulham.

Our 2025-2027 Strategic Plan

Development - Strengthening member capacity and quality to enhance opportunities for young people

Resources - Expanding impact through partnerships and effective grant distribution

Futures - Amplifying youth voice, developing leaders, and increasing participation for positive change

How We Work

• Securing funding for organisations to collaborate
• Providing grant funding
• Capacity development through networking, training, and qualifications delivery
• Campaigning for the rights of children and young people

Our Values

Accountability: Taking responsibility for using resources efficiently to achieve measurable results

Ambition: Setting aspirational yet realistic goals through informed partnerships and cooperation

Collaboration: Respecting and valuing others, recognising that diversity is a strength

Creativity: Embracing innovation and new ideas as an intelligence-led organisation

Integrity: Operating at the highest standards of honesty and behaviour, consistently acting in the best interests of children and young people

Our Principles

• Bring organisations together on equal terms
• Celebrate the cultural identity of youth organisations and young people
• Promote local development and ownership of youth provision
• Collaborate to build foundations for community involvement
• Commit to ongoing participatory review and evaluation with regular stakeholder feedback

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Young Hammersmith & Fulham is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we do not discriminate based on ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're interested in this role.

Application Deadline: Thursday 10th of July 2025

About the role

As finance and compliance manager, you will be an important part of our Senior Management Team (SMT) and help us deliver our exciting new strategy. Key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic financial planning and operations management, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded, and controls and procedures are in place to safeguard our assets
• Developing an asset management and investment strategy delivering quality and value for money
• Overseeing compliance and property management, ensuring our buildings are well maintained, compliant, clean and safe
• Working closely with the CEO and SMT, providing financial guidance in support of our objectives and contributing to our strategic direction

To succeed, you will be a qualified accountant (eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and have significant experience gained in a similar role ideally in a charity or housing environment, strong analytical skills and an ability to think operationally and strategically. You will be a key part of our SMT and the delivery of our strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on our mission to end homelessness while developing your leadership experience in a supportive environment.

About Threshold

We are a Swindon charity for people who are homeless. With over 50 years of experience, we know that with the right support at the right time, people can overcome homelessness and work towards a positive future.

As well as a competitive salary, we offer employees a wide range of benefits including:

• 25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 days with service
• Competitive Pension
• Life Assurance Cover
• A Health Plan and access to an employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Charity worker discounts through the Blue Light Card scheme
• Professional development

To apply

The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 27 June 2025.

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK.