Head of communication jobs in Bloomsbury, greater london
We have a rare opportunity for an experienced policy professional to join as team as Policy Analyst.
In this exciting role you will lead the policy workstream for Head On, a major Wellcome Trust funded campaign bringing together 20 sector leading organisations to build political momentum for mental health reform. You will be a skilled policy analyst and writer, able to coordinate influencing opportunities with MPs, Ministers and No. 10 on the NHS 10 Year Plan and the new Mental Health Strategy. Experience in policy and public affairs, and knowledge of health or mental health policy, are essential.
Centre for Mental Health is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work, to help create better mental health for all. We are taking active steps to become an antiracist organisation, and we value and support staff with lived experience of mental health challenges. We want the team shaping mental health policy to reflect the diversity of people whose lives that policy affects. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process for disabled applicants. We particularly encourage applications from people of colour and trans people, who are often underrepresented in policy roles.
We are also able to offer this role as a potential secondment opportunity.
Please provide a short CV (no more than two sides) and brief answers to our screening questions which ask about which capacity you have worked in coalition and in mental health policy. This is to allow you to highlight your experience as it may not be immediately apparent from your job title or employer.
We may follow up to request further details before deciding on our shortlist for interviews, which we expect to hold in the weeks of 20th or 27th July 2026. Please let us know if you are unable to make interviews during these weeks.
Our aspiration in this process is to avoid requiring all candidates to submit detailed cover letters in addition to CVs as we know this can be both time consuming and a significant amount of work.
We take the lead in challenging injustices in policies, systems and society, so that everyone can have better mental health.


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Green Alliance is an environmental thinktank, charity and advocate committed to achieving a greener, fairer future for the UK. We believe that ambitious political leadership is essential for meaningful environmental change at the speed and scale necessary.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our operations team, someone with a strong financial background with excellent attention to detail, a flexible attitude, an ability to work effectively under their own initiative and as part of a small team, together with excellent organisation and administrative skills.
Effective financial control is central to our strategy and operating model. The finance officer plays an essential role in maintaining control over our finances and operations. You will process and monitor financial transactions, liaise with our payroll bureau regarding staff payroll and pensions and support the Head of finance. You will be experienced in using Dynamics 365 Business Central as an accounting system.
This is a part-time role for two days a week (0.4FTE), with flexibility about when the hours are worked. It's a hybrid role, working from home and from our office. You will report to our Head of finance. You will also work with all staff on financial matters including personal and credit card expenses, central and project income and expenditure, and processing of payroll by liaising with our external bureau.
Green Alliance is an independent think tank and charity focused on ambitious leadership for the environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A Senior Sous Chef position is needed to assist the Executive head chef in the everyday running and organising of the kitchen and to line manage assistant chefs and kitchen porters. Menu planning, food ordering, stock control, and event delivery.
This role is a fixed-term contract for one year.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all the Lambeth Palace kitchen team are fully trained in the food safety management systems and procedures, implemented by the Executive Head Chef.
- Work under and closely with the Executive Head Chef to ensure that all statutory legislation is adhered to by ensuring that standards and controls for Health & Safety, food hygiene, risk assessments, COSHH, manual handling are carried out as per current legislation.
- To ensure that the agreed standards of food preparation and presentation are always supervised and adhered to.
- To maintain Lambeth Palace's five star 'Scores on the Doors' council rating.
- Maintain and develop a positive and collaborative relationship with all colleagues, giving direction when necessary.
- Ensure that kitchen timesheets are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
- Working within the HSE guidelines, the Senior Sous Chef will support the Executive Head Chef to ensure allergen training is provided to all hospitality staff.
- To ensure that food waste is minimised and Lambeth Palace's sustainability targets are met reducing our environmental impact.
- To deputise for the Executive Head Chef in their absence.
- Working with the Executive Head Chef on menu development, to plan nutritious and varied seasonal menus, taking into account special dietary requirements and the seasons of the Church.
- Ensure that kitchen stock levels are maintained, rotated where appropriate, and that any need for replenishment is identified.
- Maintain kitchen equipment inventories, and reporting shortages, damage or required replacements in a timely manner.
- To conduct daily briefings with any additional or agency kitchen staff, ensuring they understand what is required of them, as well as the desired quality and production output for the day.
- To work closely with the wider Lambeth Palace hospitality team to ensure that we remain competitive and in line with current trends.
Essential
Qualifications/Skills
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Food hygiene management experience (COSHH, HACCP).
- Allergen Training
Knowledge/Experience
- Considerable experience operating different sections within the kitchen including pastry & baking.
- Experience in delivering fine-dining and banqueting catering.
Skills & Abilities
- A 'can-do' attitude and an aptitude for solving problems as they arise.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrable experience cooking a mixture of 'high-end' à la carte food and home cooking, as required.
- Considerable experience with catering for events up to 500 guests.
- Experience of baking to a high standard.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others.
- A confident, helpful personality and professional representative for Lambeth Palace.
- A keen eye for detail and anticipating other people's needs.
Personal Attributes
- Able to work flexibly, particularly evenings and occasional weekends.
- A sympathy with and interest in the Archbishop of Canterbury's ministry.
- Ability to support a culture of pride, ownership and desire to exceed expectation.
- Ability to foster a culture of flexibility.
- Ability to respond quickly and positively to changing requirements whether within the department or outside in order to meet demands and guest service needs.
- Discreet with the awareness and emotional intelligence to adapt working style and approach in different situations.
- This post is subject to a basic DBS check.
Desirable
Skills/Aptitudes
- The post holder should have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office for day to day office administration.
- First Aid qualification
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



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Programme Funding Officer
Do you want to improve the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable people?
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an award-winning international humanitarian and development organisation. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we take action and raise awareness in order to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.
Our UK team is looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join us as a Programme Funding Officer (PFO). This is an exciting and varied role working across the funding cycle from the early stage of new opportunities through to grant management. You will be regularly in touch with our country teams, supporting them to engage with UK institutional donors in-country and advising them on compliance for both grants and commercial contracts. You will also get a chance to support partnership development, as well as advocacy and policy influencing. If this sounds like the next role for you, we’d love to welcome you to our friendly and dedicated team.
Background Information and Purpose of Post
The Institutional Relations team is responsible for donor engagement and influencing, institutional funding, and partnerships in the UK. It comprises the Head of Institutional Relations, three Programme Funding Officers and an Institutional Funding Volunteer.
You will work as part of a dynamic team to support delivery and implementation of an ambitious institutional relations strategy. With a particular focus on the FCDO and START Network alongside growing Australian and Irish portfolios, the Institutional Relations team builds partnerships and maximises income and influence to achieve HI’s strategic aims. Given the changing external funding environment and evolving context in the UK, we are looking for an individual who is willing to be flexible and adapt to the context in order to meet the organisation’s needs and have the biggest impact for people with disabilities.
The main purpose of this post is to:
· Improve our track record for UK and other funding by increasing internal understanding of donors and funding mechanisms in your portfolio, supporting high quality submissions, grant management and donor compliance
· Strengthen relationships with, and generate and manage funding from, UK and other institutional donors and partners, particularly Irish and Australian donors
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Promoting our work and building relationships with institutional donors
Supporting the work of the Head of Institutional Relations, you will have sound knowledge of the donors and funding mechanisms in your portfolio and contribute proactively to influencing their funding strategies and priorities. Duties include:
· Maintain a good understanding of HI’s programmes, strategy and approach and communicate this externally.
· Identify and build relationships with a portfolio of large public and private institutional donors and their key suppliers (e.g. INGOs and for-profit development companies), mobilising colleagues from UK and across the global organisation as required.
· Work with country programmes to develop country-level action plans to engage with local representatives of UK donors and partners, in order to strengthen in-country relationships, influence donors’ country-level plans and access in-country funding opportunities. This will also involve supporting the development of multi-year operational plans and advise on the funding possibilities offered by UK institutional donors.
· Anticipate future trends and the expectations of the donors and funding mechanisms in your portfolio, influence their policies and strategies, and negotiate and consult with them on institutional funding matters, in liaison with the appropriate colleagues from the UK team and federal network.
· In coordination with the Head of Institutional Relations and the Chief Executive, monitor and where needed, contribute to collective work and advocacy initiatives in collaboration with partners and INGO networks (such as the Start Network and targeted Bond groups) with the aim of raising HI’s profile and influencing UK donors in line with our influencing priorities.
Generate and manage institutional funding from UK donors
You will follow and champion HI’s internal institutional funding procedures to identify and analyse funding opportunities from UK sources, contribute to project submissions, and carry out grant management duties. You will:
· Monitor, identify, analyse and communicate all relevant funding opportunities from donors in your portfolio (including development and humanitarian grant opportunities and commercial contracts). This will involve facilitating internal go/no go decision-making for new opportunities and advising and supporting programme colleagues on positioning and consortium-building when relevant.
· Lead the review and analysis of the requirements in new funding agreements and contracts, advise internal stakeholders on compliance and ensure appropriate contract negotiation and due diligence processes are followed.
· Implement internal procedures for contract/grant management, including information management, and support the submission of reporting and payment requests according to donor requirements.
Improve our track record for UK institutional funding
You will be responsible for increasing internal understanding of donors and funding mechanisms in your portfolio, particularly FCDO, Start Network, Australian DFAT and Irish Aid, supporting high quality strategic submissions and donor compliance. You will:
· Create internal communications, train and brief finance, programme and technical staff (including country programmes) on the donors in your portfolio, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge to comply with donor rules, understand donor priorities and focus areas, and maximise the potential for funding.
· Support proposal development, advising on donor requirements, expectations and preferences.
· Build strong relationships and internal links with technical and programme teams and contribute to internal working groups on issues related to institutional funding.
Other duties
· Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with HI UK colleagues and the Federal Institutional Funding, and Operations teams.
· Actively contribute to the HI UK operational plan and team work plans, and internal staff meetings.
· Ensure high quality, accurate internal reporting and information management for your portfolio.
· Keep abreast of developments within the sector by liaising with counterparts in other NGOs, and relevant networks.
· Represent HI UK at external forums and meetings when relevant.
· Any other activities commensurate with the level of the post, as may be required by the Chief Executive or Head of Team.
Our vision is a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.



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The Head of Performance and Improvement is a new role that will lead our work to drive excellence in our grant making in England. They will play a critical role in ensuring our grant making is not only delivered, but understood, improved, and aligned with our purpose. This team helps us answer key questions about our grant making:
Are we doing what we said we would? How well are we doing it? What have we learned? And what should we do next?
The Head of Performance and Improvement ensures our grant making is evidence-informed, insight-driven, and continuously evolving.
Partnering with the Head of England Operations and working closely with senior leaders, you will ensure performance insight informs improvements to our grant making as well as feeding into decision-making, and strategic direction. It’s a role that connects information and delivery, helping us fund with confidence and learn with purpose.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Funding Development and Delivery
- Directorate coordination of improvements to our grant making
- Performance Management & Management Information
- Learning & Continuous Improvement
- Grant making Risks & Issue Spotting
- Audit, Oversight & Compliance
- Leadership Collaboration & Strategic Alignment
Interview details:
- Date: Week Commencing 20 July 2026
- Format: Online
- Location: UK-Wide
We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, and Newtown.
We will be hosting a briefing session on Monday 6th July, 12pm. To register for the session or for any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team.
How to apply:
Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.
Essential Criteria:
- Experience of leading a multi-disciplinary team.
- Experience of embedding and establishing performance management frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of the funding cycle and implementing grant making best practice.
- Extensive experience of engaging effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with an ability to communicate complex information to all levels of the business.
- Ability to build strong relationships, influence a range of stakeholders and build buy in to bring about changes for users and customers.
- Strong planning, priority setting and organisational skills within a complex environment.
- Forward-thinking and solutions-focused, able to balance immediate operational needs with long-term strategic goals.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of HR
New Horizon Youth Centre (NHYC)
London (NW1) - hybrid set up, typically 3 days per week in the office
Salary £48,204 - £53,560
Permanent
Full-time 35 hours per week (condensed or part-time hours considered, minimum 21-hours per week)
Excellent benefits including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme and generous training budget
Are you an experienced HR leader looking for an opportunity to shape and deliver a people strategy within a mission-driven charity?
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with New Horizon Youth Centre (NHYC), a London-based charity supporting young people experiencing homelessness, to recruit their new Head of HR.
New Horizon Youth Centre has been supporting 16-24-year-olds facing homelessness since 1967. Today, their multidisciplinary team supports thousands of young people each year, helping them find safety, improve wellbeing, and build the skills needed for independent living. At a time of increasing need, NHYC is focused on delivering high-quality, trauma-informed services whilst continuing to build a strong, inclusive and high-performing organisation.
The Head of HR is a newly created role, reflecting the organisation's growth and ambition. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead the development and delivery of NHYC's People Strategy, ensuring the charity is a supportive, effective and inspiring place to work for its 70+ staff team.
This is a varied and strategic role combining organisational development and hands-on HR leadership. You will act as the organisation's HR expert, supporting managers, advising on complex employee relations matters, and ensuring best practice across all people processes.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership:
Lead the development and implementation of NHYC's HR and People Strategy, working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership team.
Employee Relations and HR Expertise:
Provide expert advice on complex HR matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management and long-term absence, supporting robust and fair decision-making across the organisation.
Line Management Development:
Design and deliver training programmes to build the confidence and capability of line managers, ensuring they are equipped to effectively support their teams.
Organisational Development:
Drive organisational improvement by reviewing and enhancing performance management, learning and development, and staff engagement initiatives.
HR Operations and Compliance:
Ensure HR policies, procedures and systems are up to date, compliant with UK legislation, and aligned with best practice.
Data and Insight:
Analyse HR data including recruitment, retention and sickness trends, using insights to inform strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
Governance and Reporting:
Support Board-level reporting, including contributing to the Diversity and Organisational Development Committee.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following essential experience:
- Significant experience in a senior HR management role
- Strong and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Experience managing complex employee relations cases
- A track record of delivering HR training, coaching or learning programmes
- Experience advising and influencing senior stakeholders
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all organisational levels
- Ability to use HR data and insights to inform decision-making
- Experience implementing HR systems or leading organisational change
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail
- A clear commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
You will be a confident and credible HR professional with the ability to build trust across the organisation, challenge constructively where needed, and drive meaningful change in a fast-paced environment.
The role is based at New Horizon Youth Centre in King's Cross (NW1), with flexibility considered in line with organisational needs.
How to apply:
The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. In the first instance, please send your up-to-date CV to Tatiana for further details about next steps. The closing date is 12 noon on Monday 6th July.
The interviews will take place in person on 16th July in London. It is hoped that the successful candidate will start the role by September.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Purpose
Core Arts is an innovative Mental Health Charity and Creative Education provider delivering pioneering Arts in Health programmes across London.
This senior leadership role provides strategic and operational oversight across creative education, personalised support, wellbeing and commissioned service delivery. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of high-quality, inclusive and outcomes-focused programmes which improve mental health, wellbeing and educational participation.
The role combines educational leadership with recovery-focused and personalised approaches, ensuring students can access meaningful creative learning opportunities that support confidence, progression, independence and improved quality of life.
Working across visual arts, music, multimedia, horticulture and sport, the postholder will ensure that services align with Arts in Health principles, NHS and Local Authority priorities, and contribute to reducing health inequalities through creative approaches.
The role will support the continued development of Core Arts as a recognised centre of excellence in Creative Education and Arts in Health.
Strategic Leadership & Service Development
• Develop innovative programmes aligned to NHS priorities including prevention, early intervention, personalised care and community-based support.
• Ensure services remain responsive to emerging educational, health and social care agendas.
• Support organisational growth, sustainability and service expansion.
• Lead service planning and contribute to organisational strategy and business development.
• Drive continuous improvement through evaluation and innovation.
• Develop opportunities for integrated working across education, health and voluntary sector partnerships.
Creative Education & Student Experience
• Lead an outstanding student-centred creative education programme focused on participation, achievement and progression.
• Ensure students receive personalised learning pathways with clear goals and outcomes.
• Support progression into volunteering, employment, accredited learning and community opportunities.
• Support exhibitions, performances, events and public-facing events.
• Embed co-production and student voice throughout programme design and evaluation.
• Develop opportunities for students to gain confidence, leadership and independence.
• Monitor engagement, attendance and progression data to support continuous improvement.
Arts in Health, Wellbeing & Recovery
• Embed Arts in Health principles across all areas of programme delivery.
• Ensure students are supported to improve wellbeing through meaningful creative engagement.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams, community mental health services and external partners.
• Maintain safeguarding, duty of care and effective risk management procedures.
• Support early intervention approaches and sustained student engagement.
• Promote social inclusion and reduce isolation through participation in creative learning.
• Develop pathways which support emotional wellbeing, confidence and resilience.
• Ensure personalised support planning remains central to service delivery.
Commissioned Delivery, Quality Assurance & Outcomes
• Lead successful delivery of commissioned services and contractual KPIs.
• Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation and reporting systems are maintained.
• Demonstrate educational, wellbeing and social value outcomes through evidence and impact reporting.
• Ensure accurate data collection and performance monitoring.
• Support commissioner reporting and demonstrate measurable impact.
• Develop case studies and outcome frameworks which evidence the value of Arts in Health.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and organisational governance requirements.
• Maintain oversight of quality assurance and continuous improvement processes.
• Support service audits and implementation of recommendations.
NHS Partnerships, Personalised Care & Community Integration
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with NHS commissioners, Integrated Care Boards, Local Authorities and community partners.
• Support approaches aligned with personalised care and Personal Health Budgets.
• Promote creative approaches which contribute to prevention and reduce demand on statutory services.
• Contribute to integrated pathways supporting community mental health and social prescribing.
• Support collaborative planning with borough and health partners.
• Strengthen referral routes and increase access for underrepresented communities.
• Represent Core Arts at regional networks, conferences and partnership meetings.
• Promote the role of creativity and education within wider health and wellbeing systems.
Leadership, Workforce & Organisational Development
• Provide, alongside the senior management team, leadership, supervision and support to managers, tutors, volunteers and interns.
• Ensure staff are equipped to deliver inclusive, high-quality learning experiences.
• Support innovation and collaborative working.
• Contribute to tender development and service growth opportunities.
• Champion organisational values and positive workplace culture.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all areas of work.
Person Specification
Experience (Essential)
• Minimum five years’ experience in senior leadership or service management.
• Experience within mental health, Arts in Health, creative education or community services.
• Experience of delivering commissioned services and contract management.
• Experience of partnership working across health, education or voluntary sectors.
• Experience of leading teams.
• Experience of monitoring outcomes and demonstrating impact.
Knowledge & Understanding
• Arts in Health and recovery-focused practice.
• Creative education and adult learning principles.
• Mental health and wellbeing frameworks.
• Safeguarding.
• Personalised care approaches.
• Outcome measurement, quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Skills & Attributes
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong financial and numeric acumen.
• Strategic thinking with strong operational delivery.
• Excellent partnership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and analytical capability.
• Commitment to creativity, inclusion and social impact.
How to Apply
Core Arts are committed to finding the right person for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and suitable candidates invited to interview as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.
To apply, please send a full CV and covering letter explaining how your experience meets the job description
We can only accept applications that include both a CV and covering letter. You must also be eligible to work in the UK.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role before applying, please phone the main office to speak to Giuliana at Core Arts for an informal chat.
Core Arts is a Creative Mental Health Charity that exists to enrich the lives of socially excluded adults with severe mental health issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising)
Salary £57,574.79 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising)
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary: £57,574.79 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1212513
An exciting moment to join us
YMCA England & Wales is entering one of the most exciting chapters in its fundraising history, launching our ambition to create 10,000 new homes for young people. Working alongside local YMCAs, we will support the development of new accommodation across the federation, helping young people move towards independence.
This role sits at the heart of that ambition.
You will lead the fundraising behind two critical components of the 10,000 Homes programme:
• Securing income from the public to build and sustain a central Centre of Expertise (mobilisation team), supporting local YMCAs to develop and deliver housing projects.
• Raising capital from individual supporters, mid-level donors and major donors to grow a replenishing national fund that provides upfront investment to unlock housing developments across the federation.
At the centre of this is the 10,000 Homes Fund: a bold, housing-focused proposition that offers the public a clear and tangible way to support young people into safe, stable accommodation. You will be responsible for growing this proposition, ensuring it resonates strongly with supporters and inspires giving at all levels.
You will lead an integrated public fundraising approach, bringing together individual giving, mid-level and major donors into one compelling, housing-led narrative. A key part of the role will be translating a complex, federated model into a simple, emotional and compelling case for support that connects with people’s motivations to give.
We’ve established strong early foundations and are now ready to scale. This role offers the opportunity to take a high-potential public fundraising proposition to the next level -expanding its reach, deepening supporter engagement, and unlocking significant new income.
We are looking for someone who is creative, data-driven and passionate about engaging the public to drive meaningful change for young people. We’re looking for someone comfortable working in a federated environment, with the ability to simplify complex ideas into compelling messages for the public.
The role
As Assistant Head of Fundraising (Public Fundraising), you will lead and inspire a team of talented fundraisers, deputising for the Head of Fundraising and taking ownership of our most ambitious programmes:
The 10,000 Homes Fund driving forward our flagship proposition across individual giving, cash appeals and mid-level audiences.
Major Donors shaping the strategy for high-net-worth relationships, new giving circles and development boards.
RoomSponsor, YMCA’s flagship regular giving product, now in its third year of an ambitious growth strategy. You will oversee a unique partnership model across 45 local YMCAs, support the income distribution process, and see first-hand the impact of your work through a programme that directly supports young people with safe accommodation.
Legacies working with the Senior Fundraising Manager and Head of Fundraising to define and grow what is set to become a landmark legacy programme.
This is a hands-on leadership role: you will set direction, manage budgets, develop your team, while also being prepared to step into delivery when it matters most. You will balance strategic oversight with practical execution, ensuring programmes are both ambitious and deliverable.
About you
You are an experienced public fundraising professional with a strong track record in individual giving or direct marketing, alongside a well-developed understanding of major donor fundraising. You know how to bring different disciplines together behind a single proposition and deliver results.
You are an effective and confident leader, able to build, motivate and develop high-performing teams. You create clarity, set high standards, and support others to do their best work, stepping in when needed and leading from the front.
You are at your best when driving a clear proposition forward. You are excited by the opportunity to take a compelling idea and translate it into something that engages the public, inspires generosity and delivers sustainable income.
You are energised by a challenge, comfortable with complexity and working in a federated environment, where success depends on strong relationships and shared ownership. You are skilled at working with partners, whether agencies, internal stakeholders or local YMCAs, and know how to align people around a common goal.
You combine strategic thinking with operational delivery. You are data-driven, using insight and performance to shape your decisions, and confident working with (and occasionally building) financial models to plan, test and scale activity. You bring both creativity and discipline, generating new ideas while ensuring they are grounded, deliverable and effective.
Above all, you are a strong communicator and influencer. You can simplify complex ideas into clear, compelling messages, build confidence with colleagues and stakeholders, and position fundraising as a critical enabler of impact.
Why join us now
YMCA is the oldest and largest youth charity in the world, serving communities across England and Wales every day. The fundraising team is geared up for success, the strategy is set, the proposition is proven, and the results are already coming in. What we need now is a leader ready to take this momentum to the next level.
YMCA England & Wales is committed to equality and valuing diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


A little about us
We are one of the largest providers of mental health services to schools in Greater London. We also provide high quality early years education and family support, including offering emergency assistance for families in crisis. This work makes a real difference to thousands of children and families each year.
Our values
We work with people of all faiths and none; our sole aim is to help those in greatest need so they can overcome the challenges they face and achieve their potential. Our work is underpinned by our core values of integrity, compassion, inclusion and partnership.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Management Team (SMT) of a dynamic and growing children’s charity as Head of Human Resources and Operations, taking on a critical leadership role to support the next phase of our development. Working closely with the SMT as trusted advisor and most senior HR professional, you will provide strategic and operational advice, guidance and support to the organisation on all people related practices.
What we are looking for
The successful candidate will have:
· A CIPD Level 7 qualification, or equivalent demonstrable senior HR experience.
· A strong track record of working successfully within a senior HR role.
· Initiative, creativity and a proactive approach.
· Excellent interpersonal and people management skills.
What you will get in return
· Generous annual leave allowance of 35 days p.a. plus bank holidays (pro rata)
· 11% employer pension contribution
· Access to a staff Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
· Hybrid working options.
· CPD opportunities.
· The opportunity to wake up each morning and feel you are making a positive difference.
Salary
£60,000 - £65,000 p.a. pro rata (£36,000 - £39,000 for three days per week).
Hours
Three days per week (21 hours), with flexibility to spread hours across the full working week if preferred.
Location
Lovely office at 73 St Charles Square, London. W10 6EJ (private off-street parking is available for staff), with hybrid working options.
How to apply
A full job description is attached. Please apply using the 'Apply Now' button and include your CV and cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter is concise (max. two sides of A4) and clearly set out why your skills and experience make you suitable for this role and what motivated you to apply.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 6th July 2026, 9am
INTEVIEW DATE: Week commencing 13th July 2026
Please be aware that due to the high volume of applications, feedback will not be provided for candidates who are not shortlisted.
Further information
CCS is an inclusive employer and we aim to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we service. There is no requirement for our staff to be Catholic and we encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to safer recruitment and maintaining a strong and positive safeguarding culture. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References from current/past employers will also be sought once an offer has been made.
Charity No. 210920
Your cover letter should be concise (max. two sides of A4) and clearly set out why your skills and experience make you suitable for this role and what motivated you to apply.
Salary: £65,000-£68,000 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: UK (minimum 2 days per week in the London office)
Work Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with the opportunity for flexible working hours
Reporting To: Chief Engagement Officer
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit an anonymised CV and covering letter (please remove any identifying details such as name, address, or photos) by midnight on 1st July via the Workable link.
In your covering letter, please demonstrate your motivations for applying for the role, how the position aligns with your career plans, and the experience (professional, voluntary, or lived) that makes you a strong fit for the role in line with our values and the criteria outlined in the job description.
We encourage candidates to ensure their responses reflect their own skills, experiences, and personal voice. If AI tools are used, candidates should also explain how and why they used them.
Please use see our AI guidance for Job Applicants.
INTERVIEW STAGES
The selection process will consist of three stages (dates will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates):
- First-round interview w/c 13th July
- Second-round interview w/c 20th July
Candidates will be asked to prepare a presentation (10–12 minutes maximum) on a major donor stewardship communications plan. Candidates should allocate no more than 3 hours to prepare this task.
- Final interview with the CEO w/c 27th July
ABOUT THE ROLE
Mission 44 exists to drive change and build a fairer, more inclusive future for young people around the world. As our work and partnerships continue to grow, so does our ambition to tell powerful stories that shine a light on the barriers young people face, champion solutions, and inspire meaningful action.
The Head of Major Donors will play a critical role in strengthening and stewarding Mission 44’s relationships with high-value donors, philanthropists, and strategic supporters.
This role will work alongside the Chief Engagement Officer to lead the development and delivery of a thoughtful, personalised and impactful Major Donors programme that deepens donor pipeline and engagement, increases contributions, strengthens long-term relationships, and inspires continued investment in Mission 44’s mission and impact.
The successful candidate will combine exceptional relationship management skills, a solid network of donors, strong project coordination and communications, with strategic thinking.
They will work closely across fundraising, communications, programmes and leadership teams to ensure donors experience meaningful engagement with Mission 44’s work, values and community.
Requirements
MAJOR DONOR CULTIVATION AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (70%)
- Lead the organisation’s cultivation of new donors and deepening of the major donor pipeline.
- Personally lead the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors and prospects for six/seven-figure gifts.
- Lead the implementation of Mission 44’s global major donor stewardship strategy, ensuring all major donors feel engaged in and inspired.
- Manage and coordinate stewardship plans for high-value donors and philanthropic partners
- Build trusted, long-term relationships with major supporters through thoughtful and personalised engagement
- Develop tailored donor journeys that reflect supporter interests, motivations and impact priorities
- Identify opportunities to deepen donor engagement and increase long-term support
- Provide administrative support for the Global Growth Committee
- Work with Head of Engagement and Events to plan and deliver donor engagement opportunities at events, briefings, roundtables and programme visits to bring donors closer to our work
- Support leadership engagement with major donors and key stakeholders
- Coordinate donor experiences linked to Mission 44 campaigns, partnerships and strategic moments
- Help create meaningful opportunities for supporters to connect with Mission 44’s mission, young people and impact
DONOR COMMUNICATIONS AND IMPACT REPORTING (20%)
- Ensure donors receive timely, high-quality communication and reporting
- Coordinate the creation of bespoke donor updates, reports and impact communications
- Work collaboratively with programme and communications teams to translate impact into compelling donor narratives
- Work with the communications team to ensure stewardship materials are high quality, aligned to brand and reflective of Mission 44’s values
- Support the development of case studies, impact stories and donor-facing content
SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION (10%)
- Maintain accurate donor records, engagement tracking and stewardship activity within CRM systems
- Monitor stewardship activity, timelines and reporting commitments
- Contribute to donor analysis, segmentation and fundraising insights
- Work closely with wider fundraising colleagues, communications and impact teams to deliver integrated supporter engagement
- Support senior leadership and ambassadors with donor preparation, briefing materials and relationship management
- Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing fundraising culture
ABOUT YOU: SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- Significant experience in major donor cultivation, stewardship, philanthropy or high-value relationship management
- Proven track record of managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, philanthropists or strategic supporters
- Experience developing and delivering donor stewardship plans and engagement strategies
- Proven success in the direct solicitation and stewardship of six- and seven-figure philanthropic contributions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience producing high-quality donor reports and communications
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Experience working with CRM systems and donor databases
- Some travel, particularly to the US
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively
DESIRABLE
- Experience of major donor management at a global level
- Experience of Fundraising for a grant-making / campaigning organisation
- Experience with Principal Gifts processes
- Experience supporting fundraising campaigns or major gifts programmes
- Understanding of education equity, youth opportunity or systems change work
- Experience working within high-profile or fast-paced organisations
- Event management and donor engagement experience
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Emotionally intelligent and discreet
- Strategic and proactive thinker
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to communicate impact in a compelling and authentic way
- Passion for equity, inclusion and social justice
- Commitment to Mission 44’s values and mission
- Resilient with demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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 acccess 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
Mission 44 is a charity launched by Lewis Hamilton to drive change so that every young person can thrive in school and access great careers in STEM.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Interim Head of Data and Evidence
£60,250 to £65,500 per year
Fixed term 12 months, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office
What the job involves
This is a brilliant opportunity to lead our Data and Evidence Team on an interim basis while the postholder is on parental leave. You’ll help us understand and use the evidence that shapes our work, from clinical and real-world data to screening, Black health equity and wider health improvement priorities.
Working closely with teams across the charity, you’ll turn complex evidence into clear insight that supports our strategy, communications and programme delivery. You’ll also guide research and analysis across the four UK nations, helping us stay focused on the biggest opportunities to improve outcomes for men and their families.
What we want from you
We’re looking for an experienced evidence and data leader who can quickly build confidence, relationships and momentum. You’ll bring a background in health epidemiology, data science or biomedical science, with strong experience of working with healthcare data and real-world evidence.
You’ll be confident analysing and interpreting complex information, and just as confident explaining what it means to different audiences. You’ll also be a supportive, inclusive people leader who brings curiosity, judgement and an equity lens to your work.
Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.
Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.
Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Prostate Cancer UK we’re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We’ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Allyship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identify as an Ally.
We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change.
How and where we work
Colleagues attend the office at least four days per month (pro rata for part-time colleagues) to collaborate, build relationships, and support projects and decision-making. You can choose where to work the rest of the time. Travel to the office is a commute, so we pay our own travel costs.
Additional in-person attendance will be required during your first few months for induction and training, to support you to learn the role and get to know colleagues.
We trust colleagues to work flexibly while balancing personal commitments with the needs of the charity, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments for colleagues with a disability, neurodiversity, or a long-term physical or mental health condition.
How to Apply
Visit our Prostate Cancer UK Careers page to learn more about this role and the benefits we offer. On the vacancy advert, you’ll find everything you need to know about the role, how to apply, and what to include in your application.
You can also download a copy of the job description and access the link to our careers portal to submit your application by visiting the website via the apply button.
The closing date is Sunday 12th July 2026. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.
Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 3rd August 2026.
Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.
£75,000 per annum
Fixed term (8 months)
Part home/Part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Head of the Finance Business Partnering Team.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the team responsible for organisational financial planning and analysis, partnering with budget holders across the organisation and delivering vital and timely information and analysis to support key strategic decisions and the delivery of the strategic plan.
The ideal candidate is someone who has successfully managed a similar Finance Business Partnering /FP&A team with a track record in effective partnering with income-generating teams and in building a high-performing team that provides insight and constructive challenge.
Act now and visit the website via the aply button to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 6 July 2026.
Interview date: TBC via video conferencing (MS Teams).
In return, we offer:
- excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
- outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
- impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
- the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home.We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with 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 welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), a charity funded by supporters, raising funds for UNICEF’s work for children.

Clean Slate is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Programmes on a maternity cover basis.
This is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the delivery of impactful services across all operational departments, ensuring our programmes continue to improve the financial wellbeing, resilience and life opportunities of people on low incomes.
As Head of Programmes, you will provide leadership to managers across the organisation, maintain strong relationships with funders and commissioners, oversee organisational performance and reporting, support business development and programme growth, and ensure that our services remain safe, compliant, effective and sustainable.
This role will suit an experienced leader who combines strategic thinking with strong operational management skills and who is passionate about creating meaningful change for people facing financial hardship.
About Clean Slate
At Clean Slate, we believe everyone should be able to provide for themselves and their family without paying the extra costs associated with poverty.
Our mission is to create meaningful, measurable change for people on low incomes, helping them become better off financially and more in control of their lives through money guidance, employment support and digital inclusion.
Role Overview
As Head of Programmes, you will oversee the successful delivery, performance and development of Clean Slate's services nationally. Working as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to organisational strategy, support business growth and ensure programmes achieve both their social impact and financial objectives.
You will provide leadership and support to departmental managers, oversee organisational reporting and performance monitoring, maintain relationships with key funders and stakeholders, and ensure that systems, processes and compliance arrangements support high-quality service delivery.
A key element of the role will be identifying opportunities for growth, supporting funding and commissioning opportunities, and ensuring services continue to evolve to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, planning and decision-making.
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Lead the implementation of organisational objectives across all programme delivery functions.
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Champion continuous improvement, innovation and service excellence.
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Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and organisational systems.
Programme Oversight & Operational Management
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Oversee the delivery of all services and programmes, ensuring quality, compliance and impact.
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Support managers to achieve contractual targets, performance objectives and growth ambitions.
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Monitor programme performance, budgets and operational risks.
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Ensure sufficient staffing capacity and effective workforce planning across departments.
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Drive consistency, quality assurance and best practice across all service areas.
Leadership & People Management
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Line manage senior managers and support effective leadership throughout the organisation.
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Promote accountability, performance management and staff development.
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Support managers to identify training needs and implement development plans.
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Foster a positive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth.
Reporting, Data & Systems
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Oversee organisational performance monitoring and impact measurement.
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Lead reporting for commissioners, funders, trustees and senior leadership.
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Ensure the organisation's CRM and reporting systems are effectively managed and utilised to support performance, compliance and decision-making.
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Use data and insight to inform continuous improvement and organisational development.
Business Development & Partnerships
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Support the development of new programmes, services and funding opportunities.
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Work closely with the Managing Director and fundraising teams on commissioning opportunities, funding applications and growth initiatives.
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Maintain and strengthen relationships with funders, commissioners and strategic partners.
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Represent Clean Slate at external meetings, partnership forums and networking events.
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Support the organisation's reputation as a leading voice on financial wellbeing and poverty reduction.
Governance, Compliance & Risk
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Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and cyber security requirements.
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Oversee risk management processes and contribute to organisational governance.
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Ensure services operate in line with contractual, regulatory and quality standards.
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Promote a culture of accountability, safeguarding and continuous learning.
About You
We are looking for a strategic and collaborative leader with experience managing complex services, leading managers and driving organisational performance.
You will bring:
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Significant experience leading programmes, services or operational teams.
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Experience managing managers and supporting organisational growth.
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Strong strategic planning and organisational development skills.
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Experience working with funders, commissioners and external stakeholders.
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A track record of delivering impactful services and achieving performance targets.
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Experience overseeing reporting, monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance processes.
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Strong understanding of performance management, compliance and risk management.
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Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
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Experience using CRM and reporting systems to support operational delivery and organisational performance.
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A commitment to Clean Slate's mission and values.
Desirable
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Experience within financial inclusion, employability, community development or related sectors.
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Knowledge of commissioning, fundraising or business development.
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Understanding of issues affecting people on low incomes, including financial exclusion and the poverty premium.
Why Join Clean Slate?
This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing organisation that is changing lives across the UK.
You'll help shape strategy, support talented teams, strengthen partnerships and ensure our programmes continue to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for the people and communities we serve.
We want to see a world where people can provide for themselves and their family, where it does not cost more to be poor.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week. Standard working hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
Location: Somerset House, London, although flexible and hybrid working are encouraged
Application Deadline: 12 July 2026
Please note:
- We may close the advert sooner if we receive a high volume of applications)
- All finance roles within the charity require a DBS check (basic)
Blue Marine's Mission
The Blue Marine Foundation seeks to protect and restore life in the ocean. Our mission is to see at least 30 per cent of the ocean protected by 2030 and the whole ocean sustainably managed. We support low-impact fishing and equitable use of the ocean and address overfishing – one of the world’s biggest environmental challenges.
We are a dynamic NGO at the heart of cutting-edge marine conservation with headquarters in London but operating globally. This is an incredible chance to join our highly impactful charity; we look forward to hearing from you.
The Role
This role heads the Project Finance team and ensures it continues to support Blue Marine effectively as the organisation grows in scale and complexity. It also oversees the full financial journey of Blue Marine’s project partners, from due diligence and legal agreements through to strong financial oversight and accurate reporting. A key part of the role is building the financial and operational capacity of partners, helping partners scale their conservation impact through improved financial management and operational effectiveness.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, Operations and Governance, the successful candidate will:
- Oversee and develop the Project Finance team, setting clear priorities, high standards and effective ways of working.
- Drive the strategic direction of the Project Finance function as Blue Marine’s portfolio grows in scale and complexity.
- Maintain high-level oversight of project budgets, delivery partners, donor requirements, financial risks and reporting obligations across the portfolio.
- Oversee the end-to-end financial journey of project partners, from due diligence and legal agreements through to ensuring timely and accurate reporting is received.
- Ensure high-quality, timely project reporting, budget monitoring, audit evidence and donor compliance, with fit-for-purpose processes followed consistently.
- Provide insight, challenge and analysis to support strategic decisions and funding proposals.
- Lead Blue Marine’s work to build the operational capacity of international project partners, including through some international travel.
- Champion practical improvements to systems and ways of working, building on an existing culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide hands-on support during peak reporting periods while maintaining senior oversight.
- Represent Finance with credibility and integrity across Blue Marine and with external partners and funders.
- Deputise for the Director of Finance, Operations and Governance where appropriate.
- Contribute to wider organisational priorities as a member of the senior management team.
- Uphold Blue Marine’s values and always embody this behaviour internally and externally.
This list is not exhaustive, and the selected candidate will be required to undertake other relevant tasks from time to time.
Skills and experience required
Essential
- Significant senior experience in project finance, programme finance or commercial finance, with responsibility for complex budgets, reporting and risk.
- Strong track record of overseeing large and complex portfolios, including financial reporting, audit evidence, and contractual or donor compliance requirements and risk management.
- Experience of improving finance systems, reporting tools or organisational processes during a period of growth or change.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, policies and processes, with the ability to apply sound judgement in a practical and proportionate way.
- Experience of working with external partners to improve financial processes, reporting and operational effectiveness.
- Experience of leading and developing high-performing teams, with the ability to set clear priorities and improve ways of working.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build credibility and constructive relationships with colleagues, funders and external partners.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-moving environment.
Desired
- Qualified accountant, or equivalent senior-level financial experience.
- Experience of working with Microsoft-based systems, including Power Platform tools such as Power BI.
- Experience of bringing structure, clarity and strong financial discipline to complex or evolving organisations.
- Experience of working with international partners across different legal, operational or cultural contexts.
- An understanding of, or interest in, the environmental, conservation or charitable sector.
You may also...
Have the following personal qualities:
- Calm, practical and solutions-focused
- Collaborative, supportive and confident working across teams
- Ability to combine strategic thinking with a willingness to get into the detail when needed
- Good judgement, integrity and discretion
- Passion for, and commitment to, the ocean or another environmental cause
Why us?
This is a great opportunity for you to join our inspirational team and be part of making a difference!
We offer a great salary in addition to a generous benefits package.
We embrace agile working and trust our employees to work in a hybrid manner that gives them the flexibility to work from home or at the office according to their work commitments. We also recognise our head office is in London and currently offer an optional annual subsidy, which is available to employees committed to attending the office regularly on a weekly basis.
Working alongside some of the most leading and pioneering minds in marine conservation, our training opportunities and collegiate nature means you will always be learning and supported with your development.
Your wellbeing is important to us, and we hold social events throughout the year. We have a great culture and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute.
If you think you have what it takes and the experience to make it happen, then please apply, we would love you to be part of Blue Marine!
Please note
We reserve the right to close job adverts early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you would like to know more or have any questions, we are happy to help.
We are a responsible and inclusive employer. We value diversity and are committed to equality and creating an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will support you to reach your full potential.
We want you to perform at your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
Head and neck cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancers in the UK, now affecting around 17,000 people each year. Oracle Head & Neck Cancer UK is a mission-driven national charity dedicated to improving head and neck cancer patient quality of life and outcomes in the UK through support of key programmes, raising awareness and addressing growing healthcare inequalities. We fund groundbreaking research that changes lives and we collaborate across the sector to maximise impact for patients.
The role
We’re seeking a strategic, hands-on Fundraising Manager with broad experience across all income streams but may consider either trusts or corporate fundraising as a speciality. We need someone energetic, committed and with a flexible approach who will be willing to contribute to everything that our small charity has to offer.
Oracle Head & Neck Cancer UK is currently moving towards a new direction and we have a unique and exciting opportunity to develop an organisation that creates maximum impact for head and neck cancer patients and their families. This is your chance to be part of a small charity with big ambition.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary.
· Remote working.
· Professional development and mentorship.
· Meaningful work with measurable impact and a collaborative team environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


