Grants programme manager jobs

Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.

Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK. 

We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.

We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey.

Responsibilities and Person Specification:

This role will be key in embedding a culture of continuous development that supports Independent Age’s strategic priorities. You’ll have a variety of responsibilities, from helping design and deliver learning initiatives to supporting evaluation and overseeing training administration. You’ll have opportunities to be creative, contribute to projects and work with colleagues across the organisation.

You should have proven success of designing, developing and delivering inclusive and engaging training resources and interventions, both face-to-face and virtually. You should also have strong skills in communication, organisation and evaluation. You should have experience in sourcing learning and development solutions, building relationships and in applying learning theory.

For full details on the role and requirements, please review the job description and person specification.  If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

This is a part-time role, 21 hours per week, for a fixed term of 6 months.

What it’s like to work at Independent Age:

We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.

We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.

We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all (those contracted to work in the office usually attend 1 day per week). But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working. 

You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age on the careers page of our website.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification, by visiting our jobs website (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).

To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name. 

Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. 

Closing Date: Monday 7 July 2025 11:59pm

Interview Dates: Week commencing 14 July 2025

Our partner is a global charity, are seeking to recruit an International Project Accountant This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to join a close-knit, collaborative team, with the role having a strong focus on finance business partnering and programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and strengthening financial systems, procedures and controls on grant management and compliance, regularly reviewing and updating these; and training staff as required
• Monitoring programmatic activity and spend, and maintaining the grants management tracker tool.
• Preparing financial information for internal reporting, and assisting in the  preparation of the programmes finance elements on statutory financial statements
• Overseeing the financial administration of programmes grants. This includes reviewing concept notes and proposals, preparing donor and sub-grant agreements, setting up grant codes, and preparing donor reports.
• Supporting on budget proposal development and refinement for new grant proposals; and ensuring that donor and the foundation rules on accounting, procurement and project implementation are adhered to.
• Supporting in reviewing and approving due diligence assessments on potential partners, and carrying out monitoring visits and audits of projects.
• Supporting in the preparation of and implementing the recommendations of donor grant audits.
• Undertake overseas travel (around 2-3 trips a year)

Person Specification

• Accountant with at least 3 years of experience in programmes financial accounting & reporting; developing and managing administrative systems; and budgeting, forecasting and cashflow monitoring.
• Ideally, experience of institutional grant budget proposal development, compliance, monitoring and reporting; this includes experience in managing FCDO, EU, ECHO, German government, Swedish government, and USAID funding.
• Excellent numeracy & financial analysis skills
• Intermediate/advanced knowledge of MSOffice, especially MSExcel
• Excellent command of the English language, both in a written and oral capacity.
• Strong business partnering skills, including experience of working with field staff in an INGO setting.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines.

The organisation offers hybrid working with the successful candidate expected to be in the office in London 1-2 days/week.

Fundraising Manager

Location: Based at Wandlebury Country Park, Cambridge CB22 3AE

Salary: £35,000 - 40,000 FTE dependent on experience.

Closing Date: 21 July 2025

Hours: Part-time 18-26 hours per week

Permanent position

About Cambridge Past, Present & Future

Cambridge Past, Present & Future is a local charity that protects the beauty of Cambridge and its environment.

We care for the green setting of Cambridge and its most valuable landscapes, and we are working to enhance and connect them for nature and people.

We inspire people of all ages to get outdoors and help them to enjoy, learn about and get involved with their local environment, heritage and culture.

We help to protect, celebrate and improve the important built heritage of the Cambridge area.

We own and care for Wandlebury Country Park, Coton Countryside Reserve, Bourn Windmill, Hinxton Watermill, and Cambridge Leper Chapel; we also manage Grantchester Meadows. We deliver a busy schools and public events programme. We were founded in 1928 to preserve the beauty of the historic city of Cambridge and its countryside setting and we work hard to influence the planning and development of the greater Cambridge area.

We are a team of 17 staff (7 full- and 10 part-time/seasonal) supported by over 100 volunteers and assisted by field teachers, advisors, and service providers.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting time to join our charity: Cambridge is changing rapidly, and we are working hard to tackle issues such as the loss of nature, climate change and access to green space. We have inspiring new projects to expand habitats and green spaces on the Gog Magog Hills, to create a new wetland at our Coton Reserve, to plant trees and woodlands and to save one of Cambridge’s oldest buildings. Right now, the work of our charity is needed more than ever before, and we need the financial resources to be able to step up and make even more of a difference.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help us increase our income from mid-level and major donors, trusts and foundations, and legacies.

Committed to our causes, you will use your donor cultivation skills to strengthen existing relationships and use your research and networking skills to identify and cultivate new opportunities. Your excellent written and development skills will enable you to work with colleagues to turn their visions into compelling proposals for funders and our wider support base. Your knowledge of fundraising best practice will ensure that we deliver an excellent donor experience.

You will be an effective worker with an eye for detail who can use your experience to fulfil the administrative and reporting requirements of the funds you are helping to raise.

You will work alongside our Membership & Communications Manager and have some support from our Administrative Assistant. You will also be supported in your work by the CEO, trustees, volunteers, and external contractors.

You will be part of a friendly and committed management team where you can make a difference, and your work will have an impact.

Our office is in an 18th century building overlooking the beautiful Wandlebury estate. Wandlebury is located on top of the Gog Magog Hills just south of Cambridge.

Key responsibilities and deliverables:

• Achieving fundraising targets
• Fundraising from:
  • mid-level and major donors
  • trusts and foundations
  • memorial fundraising and legacies
  • businesses and corporates
  • identify other opportunities
• Fundraising support services, budget management, reporting, policies and procedures
• Work closely with the Senior Management Team
• Recruit and manage fundraising staff and volunteers

Person Specification

• Graduate level/higher qualification; or a relevant qualification in fundraising
• Demonstrable evidence of successful fundraising from individual major donors, trusts/foundations, and grant funders
• Excellent written and personal communication skills, with evidence of producing effective fundraising content
• Good IT skills (spreadsheets, M365, database management) and experience of fundraising support systems
• Experience of the not-for-profit sector
• Knowledge of UK fundraising and data protection regulations
• Experience of administering grants and donations
• Experience of organising donor cultivation and solicitation events

Benefits

• 33 days FTE annual holiday entitlement pro-rated, includes allowance for Bank Holidays.
• Pension contribution of up to 5% of gross pay.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Cambridge Past, Present & Future, please do not hesitate to apply.

Job Details 

Forward Thinking is a London-based NGO specialising in conflict prevention, conflict resolution, and political dialogue across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. We facilitate inclusive dialogue between diverse stakeholders to work to address shared challenges and build sustainable solutions.

The Middle East Programme Officer will support the delivery and development of our Middle East Programme, which aims to facilitate inclusive dialogue and conflict resolution in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, working with political and religious leaders to build a sustainable peace.

Essential Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

• Native English speaker. Bilingual Arabic speaker desirable but not essential. 

• Preferably London-based. Potential for hybrid working subject to circumstances. 

• Excellent written and spoken communication abilities with demonstrable experience of writing reports and professional correspondence.

• A strong commitment to, and respect for, facilitating inclusive dialogue with groups holding highly diverse political, religious and ideological views, with cultural sensitivity and professional discretion. 

• Willingness and ability to undertake international travel for meetings and conferences, at times with short notice.

• Undergraduate degree in a related field (politics, history, languages, political sciences etc.) or equivalent relevant experience.

• A proactive attitude and ability to respond calmly and flexibly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Relevant experience in organising events. 

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver on ambitious targets. 

• Understanding of the political, social, and cultural landscapes of the Gulf-MENA region. 

Key Responsibilities

- See full job description attached

Interview/ Start Dates 

Please apply by EOD on 4th July.  

Individual interviews will begin on w/c 7th July, with a skills-based test and group interview the following week for those who progress to this stage.  

We are looking for an immediate start. 

Full-time: 32 hours per week over four or five days.

Hybrid working: remote with one in-person day per week (Wednesday) in East London office.

Annual leave: five weeks plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year.

Employer pension contributions up to 5% of qualifying earnings.

Join our team at World Hepatitis Alliance, supporting the Director of Partnerships & Resources to build and manage a varied portfolio of partners to fund the ambitious programmes, campaigns and events we will deliver through our 2025-2030 Strategy.

The World Hepatitis Alliance is an international NGO, representing over 400 civil society and patient organisation members in over 120 countries. We are committed to eliminating viral hepatitis, a devastating disease that affects more than 300 million people and is now the second most deadly infectious disease in the world.

Our current partners are mostly global corporate funders, along with several private foundations, and most support is given through bespoke partnerships, sponsorship and grants. We have diversified the base of funding substantially, introduced new funding models, and identified new funding opportunities, including working with partners to respond to global donor or institutional funding.

We are looking for a confident relationship-building who thrives on identifying new opportunities and developing long-term partnerships to help build on this momentum.

Duties and key responsibilities:

• Together with the Director of Partnerships & Resources, you will support the implementation of the fundraising strategy, deliver activity plans and achieve income targets in line with organisational funding priorities.
• Maintain and develop relationships with some existing partners. 
• Proactively research and engage potential new partners and opportunities, which could include corporate partnerships, grant writing and sponsorship.
• Support on the delivery of sponsorship packages for campaigns and the World Hepatitis Summit – a bi-annual event hosted by the World Hepatitis Alliance.
• Support on the management of WHA’s annual corporate membership scheme
• Undertake your own projects such as the development of presentations, resources, newsletters or tools to support engagement with donors, working with programmes and communications colleagues, or support on wider organisational projects.
• Support the Director of Partnerships & Resources to deliver donor stewardship.
• Manage CRM database and provide administrative support across fundraising as needed.

General responsibilities:

• Uphold the values of the organisation and support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
• Be flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the post.
• Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professional development.
• Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practice.
• Treat with confidentiality any personal, private or sensitive information about individual organisations and or partners or staff etc.

The World Hepatitis Alliance is a small team who work closely together to deliver a wide range of programmes, activities, campaigns and communications. There may be opportunities to support on projects led by other teams and plenty of scope to develop the fundraising and partnerships function within this role as the team grows.

About you:

We are looking for a confident fundraiser who thrives on developing new opportunities and is self-motivated and pro-active.

We would like you to have at least three years’ experience in fundraising with corporates and/or trusts and foundations, or have demonstrable transferable skills, particularly around networking/new business and writing proposals. We would also like you to demonstrate skills in delivering presentations, managing data or supporter journeys, and it would be ideal if you had experience of working in, or a personal interest in, global health or infectious diseases.

We are also looking for someone who can work under pressure to meet deadlines while also having an eye for detail and desire to maintain high standards. Someone who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. We work quite flexibly, and sometimes with partners all over the world so there may be a call or two outside of working hours. There may also be the opportunity to travel occasionally.

Why join us?

You will be part of a small, driven and highly passionate team who are experts in what they do, and work with partners who are similarly committed to hepatitis elimination. We offer a flexible working environment, 32-hour working week, generous annual leave allowance and employer pension contributions up to 5% of qualifying earnings.

Ideally with at least two years’ experience in an events role, your experience will help us deliver high-impact events that generate significant income and build relationships across our philanthropy and partnerships programmes. 

With the support of the Head of Events, you will be responsible for all aspects of event planning and delivery — from liaising with venues, suppliers, to managing guest lists and overseeing procurement.

The role requires you to be a highly organised team player with excellent time management skills and a methodical, detail-oriented approach. 

You’ll also work with a wide range of stakeholders including trustees, patrons, ambassadors, corporate partners, and internal teams — and should feel confident and professional in doing so. On occasion, you may also provide on-site support to our Wish Community Events Team in delivering beneficiary-facing events. 

The post holder will also play a part in researching and creating plans for new special events to build on our success, with a view to extending the contract should; they become viable.

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a passionate and driven team, with the chance to grow your skills and experience while delivering exceptional events that have a real and lasting impact. 

We are pleased to offer an exciting leadership opportunity at the Lollard Street Adventure Playground, the main activity of the Kennington Association (KA).

The ideal candidate needs to be a child-centred, proactive, enthusiastic individual, with a pragmatic and positive approach. They will need to demonstrate kindness, collaborative skills and strong leadership, fostering an environment of teamwork and mutual respect.                                                                

Highly organised and diligent, the successful applicant will be an excellent communicator, capable of managing multiple priorities while remaining adaptable to the evolving needs of the playground. A genuine passion for free play and a commitment to creating enriching experiences for children and young people are essential.

The Kennington Association (KA) is a registered charity and active community organisation based in North Lambeth. In 2013, the KA rescued the historic Lollard Street Adventure Playground (LSAP) from impending closure, brought on by local government spending cuts. With sustained funding from leading grant makers, the playground has since gone from strength to strength, winning Coolest Place to Play in the 2015 London Play Adventure Play Awards. It is now embarking on further development with a capital programme to replace the indoor play spaces, having already replaced the outdoor play structures and built new changing facilities which make our two sports pitches accessible to children with special needs. LSAP is a vibrant, welcoming space where children can engage in free play, and it offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for staff and volunteers alike.

Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Salary: NJC Spinal Column point 24 (£34,314)
Location: Hybrid – based in our Askham Bryan office, with flexible home-working and travel across North Yorkshire
Contract: Fixed-term until 31 August 2028

Are you an experienced project manager who is passionate about climate action? 

At Community First Yorkshire, we will be delivering a three-year National Lottery funded partnership programme designed to inspire and empower communities and the VCSE sector to take meaningful climate action. We need someone to lead on this exciting, collaborative initiative, shaping a greener, more sustainable future for North Yorkshire.

What you’ll be doing 

In this role, you’ll be leading of team of four, including two Climate Action Officers, an Impact Communications Officer and a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer. You’ll use your project management skills to co-ordinate and implement the Village Green programme, overseeing the delivery of activities, finances, marketing material and monitoring and evaluation work. You will work closely with our programme partners to maintain strong governance and build connections with our wider stakeholders to amplify the impact of climate action efforts.
Part of your role will be overseeing the co-design elements of the programme, ensuring community engagement is inclusive, impactful and innovative. You’ll also support with the wider VCSE sector in North Yorkshire, offering guidance on climate action initiatives and commissioning external expertise to deliver key elements of the programme.

What we’re looking for 

We are seeking candidates with all-round excellent project management skills, who can lead a team whilst overseeing the core elements of the programme. Ideally, you’ll understand climate issues and have a commitment to advancing sustainability efforts. You’ll have experience of monitoring, evaluation, and stakeholder collaboration, working with funders to share valuable insights.

If you are self-motivated, highly organised, have excellent interpersonal skills, and are not fazed by working on a large project, then this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference. In return we can offer a varied and engaging role that is part of a supportive and collaborative team, with flexible working arrangements.

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Friday 29 June

Interviews: Thursday 10 July in person at our Askham Bryan office

Are you a passionate, values-driven fundraiser looking for a career-defining opportunity? Join WSUP at a pivotal moment as we grow our impact and strengthen our fundraising in line with our ambition to prevent and end homelessness in our community.

Click Apply, download our Recruitment Pack and find out about WSUP's strategic priorities.

This new Fundraising Lead role is central to our strategy - designed to secure sustainable income through community engagement, partnerships, and bold, values-aligned funding. You’ll lead the development and delivery of an ambitious fundraising strategy that aims to grow income to £400,000+ per year - supporting both WSUP’s immediate needs and long-term growth. This will include a blend of bid writing, challenge events, and community-led fundraising, working closely with volunteers, partners, and local supporters to build strong relationships and unlock sustainable income.  

Your work will help expand our trauma-informed services, embed lived experience across the organisation, and ensure we respond to rising demand with dignity and care- while building a local solidarity economy based on mutual support and community-led solutions.

We’re looking for a creative and strategic thinker with excellent relationship-building skills and a commitment to equity and inclusion. You’ll be working closely with our leadership team and wider network of partners and volunteers, shaping a fundraising programme that reflects WSUP’s grassroots ethos and the powerful stories at the heart of our work.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a trusted local charity - and to play a vital role in building a healthier, more just Greenwich for all.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & income generation 

· Trusts & grants: Research, write, and submit compelling funding applications to trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies to secure new and repeat funding.

· Corporate & individual giving: Work alongside Service Delivery Manager and Deputy Service Manager to develop relationships with corporate sponsors and individual donors, creating engagement opportunities.

· Donor stewardship: Manage and nurture relationships with funders, ensuring timely reporting and impact updates.

· Donor stewardship: Provide timely and effective follow-up communications with supporters, ensuring they feel valued and engaged.

· Fundraising strategy: Support the development and implementation of WSUP’s fundraising strategy, identifying new opportunities for income growth.

· Event fundraising: Assist in planning and delivering fundraising events to engage supporters and raise unrestricted funds

· Financial oversight: Work with the CEO to develop fundraising budgets and ensure accurate income tracking.

· Financial oversight: Process cash and cheque donations for Community & Events income, including ensuring this income is processed and recorded accurately on our database which may include batch uploads.

· Campaigns & appeals: Develop and implement online fundraising campaigns, such as Winter Appeal or emergency appeals.

· Storytelling & impact reporting: Work with Communication Lead to share real-life stories that showcase WSUP’s work.

Person Specification

Essential skills & experience

· Fundraising knowledge: Understanding of trust, foundation, and corporate fundraising, with proven experience of writing successful grant applications.

· Communication skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports.

· Relationship management: Ability to build relationships with funders, donors, and stakeholders at various levels.

· Organisational skills: Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· IT proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), databases, AI tools and social media scheduling tools.

· Financial literacy: Ability to create fundraising budgets and financial reports.

· Compliance: Knowledge of fundraising legislation, including Gift Aid and GDPR compliance.

Desirable skills & experience

· Experience in a small charity setting, ideally within the homelessness or health-related sector, understanding the challenges and opportunities of grassroots fundraising.

· Experience organising donor engagement events or corporate sponsorship opportunities.

· Proven ability to use videos and infographics to enhance fundraising campaigns.

· Social media: Experience using social media for fundraising and engagement, with an understanding of digital marketing principles.

· Experience with volunteer management or coordinating fundraising volunteers.

Personal attributes

· Passionate about social justice and WSUP’s mission to support people in crisis.

· Self-motivated and able to work independently, with a proactive and creative approach.

· Adaptable and willing to take on a variety of tasks in a small but dynamic team.

· Resilient and resourceful, with a problem-solving mindset.

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where flexibility is key.

What we offer

· The opportunity to make a real impact in a grassroots charity supporting local communities.

· Flexible working arrangements (remote work possible).

· Professional development and training opportunities.

· A supportive and inclusive team culture, with a strong emphasis on lived experience and trauma-informed practice.

The Eikon Charity supports children and young people in Surrey to feel safe, heard, and supported. Through one-to-one support, group work, and programmes in schools, they help children build confidence, resilience, and the skills they will need to navigate life’s challenges.

Following a period of growth, the trusts and foundations team now plays a pivotal role in The Eikon Charity’s £1m income strategy. This Trust Fundraiser role will join a three-person team within the broader Engagement function. With a 50/50 split between account management and new business, the postholder will manage a mix of warm and prospective funders, creating compelling proposals and impact reports to secure mostly restricted income.

The successful candidate will inherit a portfolio with long-standing funders and committed support. With a personal target of £150k, this role offers real scope to uplift existing relationships and secure new ones.

The charity is open to applicants from other fundraising disciplines – whether you’re a confident communicator with excellent writing skills, or an early-career fundraiser ready to develop, this is a great opportunity to make a difference within a collaborative and mission-driven team.

As Trust Fundraiser, you will:

• Deliver c.£150k annually through a balance of account management and new business
• Write tailored funding proposals and detailed reports to secure restricted and unrestricted grants
• Steward relationships with clarity and professionalism, organising funder meetings and engagement opportunities
• Research and develop a pipeline of prospects, focusing on Surrey-based trusts and foundations
• Work closely with delivery and engagement teams to gather insight, data, and stories that bring proposals to life
• Maintain accurate CRM records and contribute to reporting, planning, and internal analysis
• Support strategic planning for the team and contribute to a shared fundraising vision

Ideal skills and experience:

• Fundraising experience, with strengths in written communication and/or relationship management
• Proven ability to write persuasive funding proposals and impact reports, drawing on service delivery data
• Confident in meetings and able to represent an organisation to external stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Good working knowledge of CRMs and Microsoft 365
• Interest in services supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing
• A collaborative and proactive approach to working with colleagues across departments

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced sick leave and pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting our client as they look to bring in a new position into their team. We are looking to support the organisation appoint a Partnership Development Manager for their new Opportunity Fund. This position will be offered on a permanent basis, with expectations to be in the London office at least once a week.

Opportunity Fund – Backing bold ideas and building a stronger sector.

The Opportunity Fund is a new fund being developed by the organisation to give the charity the flexibility to support work that sits outside their core priorities but has real potential to make change happen.

They’re using this fund to back bold thinking early. That includes new ideas, pilot projects and untested approaches. They’ll also support promising work that’s ready to grow or respond to urgent needs. Some of the best ideas start small, and need backing before they’re proven.

Through this fund they will:

• Support innovation through early-stage work and pilots, including projects that sit outside their main priority areas
• Strengthen leadership and skills across the sector by investing in tools, training, networks and collaboration
• Support inclusion by backing leaders from underrepresented communities and helping organisations diversify how they are led

This fund is also part of how the charity will support the long-term strength of the voluntary and community sector. It gives them space to respond quickly, test new approaches and back the people shaping the future of social change.

The Role

The Opportunity Fund Partnership Development Manager plays a central role in supporting funding opportunities aligned with the objectives of the Opportunity Fund. This role combines relationship-building and programme development to ensure the Opportunity Fund achieves the maximum impact.

This role will be responsible for working closely with the CEO and the Strategy, Research and Engagement team to initially identify possible opportunities for funding, through to managing the relationship with organisations once funding is awarded. This will include remaining in tune with sector insights and development across philanthropy, civil society and public policy.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be proactive and ambitious, with a real interest in innovation in philanthropy to delivery greater social change. You will have proven experience developing and managing partnerships, with experience of engaging a range of stakeholders including funders, community organisations, and sector experts.

You will have experience of designing or supporting programme delivery with a track record of scoping and delivering research or development projects that inform funding or strategic decisions.

If you are interested to learn more about the position, please apply with your CV only. Should your profile be successful, a relevant consultant will be in touch to explore the role, and experience, in more detail.

We’re launching something special – and we need your leadership to shape it. 
 
Taye Foundation is a brand-new charity founded by Transform Your Training, a nationally respected training organisation known for its trauma-informed, lived experience-led work. Taye Foundation’s mission: to create life-changing opportunities for people with lived experience to become qualified trainers, leaders and changemakers. 
 
We’re looking for a Founding Charity Manager to lead this journey. You’ll: 
• Establish strong governance 
• Develop partnerships and secure initial funding 
• Lead delivery of scholarships, mentoring and support 
• Grow the Foundation into a nationally recognised platform for equity, inclusion and impact 
 
Who we’re looking for: 
• Proven experience in fundraising and income generation 
• Strong partnership-building skills 
• Hands-on experience in charity operations 
• A collaborative leader with a passion for lived experience and systemic change 

York-based with flexible remote working (2–3 days per week) 
Salary: Starting £35,000 pro rata, with progression to Director/CEO role 
Contract: Permanent 
Closing date: 14th July 2025
 
How to apply: 
Please include your CV and a short cover letter or voice note explaining: 
- Why this role excites you 
- How you’d approach building the Foundation 
- Your vision for the Director/CEO role 
- Your availability and preferred working arrangement 

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

Forward Thinking is a London-based NGO specialising in conflict prevention, conflict resolution, and political dialogue across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. We facilitate inclusive dialogue between diverse stakeholders to work to address shared challenges and build sustainable solutions. 

Our Women for a Sustainable Future (WSF) Network brings together women parliamentarians from across the Gulf-MENA region and Europe alongside government officials and experts from international institutions including the WHO, UN, and OIC.

The WSF Programme Officer will work closely with the WSF Programme Manager to support the delivery and development the WSF Network, facilitating cross-regional dialogue, supporting policy development, and enabling women parliamentarians to create systemic change within their national contexts.

Essential Experience, Knowledge and Skills 

• Native English speaker. Bilingual Arabic speaker desirable but not essential. 

• Preferably London-based. Potential for hybrid working subject to circumstances. 

• Excellent written and spoken communication abilities with demonstrable experience of writing reports and professional correspondence.

• A strong commitment to, and respect for, facilitating inclusive dialogue with groups holding highly diverse political, religious and ideological views, with cultural sensitivity and professional discretion. 

• Willingness and ability to undertake international travel for meetings and conferences, at times with short notice.

• Undergraduate degree in a related field (politics, history, languages, political sciences etc.) or equivalent relevant experience.

• A proactive attitude and ability to respond calmly and flexibly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Relevant experience in organising events.  

• Ability to manage competing priorities and a deliver on ambitious targets. 

• Understanding of the political, social, and cultural landscapes of the Gulf-MENA region, with interest in complex regional dynamics and geopolitical relationships.

• Strong commitment to advancing women's rights and addressing gender inequality, with particular focus on gender-based violence prevention, women's economic empowerment, climate justice for women, and enhancing women's political participation and leadership. 

Key Responsibilities

- See full job description attached

Interview/ Start Dates 

Please apply by EOD on 4th July.  

Individual interviews will begin on w/c 7th July, with a skills-based test and group interview the following week for those who progress to this stage.  

We are looking for an immediate start.