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JOB PROFILE
JOB TITLE: Lead Trusts & Grants Officer
RESPONSIBLE TO: Senior Trusts & Grants Manager
HOURS OF WORK: Full time 35 hours per week
LOCATION: Home working/ Hybrid
DURATION: Permanent
SALARY / GRADE: £32,330
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
• Senior Trusts & Grants Manager
• Trusts & Grants Officer
• Director of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications
• Chief Operating Officer
• Senior Leadership & Service Managers
• Grant making trusts and foundations
• Major Donors
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Lead Trusts & Grants Officer is responsible for developing and delivering income from mid-value grant making funders, notably trusts and foundations. The role involves managing a dedicated pipeline of opportunities, writing and submitting compelling applications, and stewarding funder relationships. This position works closely with service teams to understand project needs and create accurate budgets and impactful funding proposals. This role will also provide direct line management to the Trusts & Grants Officer, supporting their professional development and ensuring the team's overall success in meeting fundraising targets.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising and Grants Management
• Pipeline Management: Lead on prospecting, developing and managing the mid-value trusts and grants pipeline, focusing on bids around £20,000 - £70,000, including multiyear grants, ensuring a consistent flow of opportunities to meet team income targets. Developing the skills and ability to manage higher value and more complex strategic bids.
• Application Writing: Develop and submit compelling, high-quality grant applications and proposals for mid-value funders, working closely with service teams, ensuring accurate budgets and income against Adoption UK’s strategic priorities.
• Stewardship: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of new and existing mid-value funders, providing timely and impactful reports to secure renewed funding, and developing relationships with key external contacts through excellent communication.
• Reporting: Oversee the accurate tracking of all applications, reports, and communications using team tracking methods, and the CRM database, providing regular progress updates to the Senior Trusts & Grants Manager.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Trusts & Grants Manager, the Trusts & Grants Officer, and service teams, to align fundraising activities with the organisation’s strategic priorities and annual income targets.
• Undertake other duties and projects as directed by the Senior Trusts & Grants Manager and Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications.
Team Management and Development
• Line Management: Provide line management and support to the Trusts & Grants Officer, including regular one-to-ones, appraisals, and professional development.
• Training and Mentoring: Guide the Trusts & Grants Officer on best practices for researching, writing, budgets, and stewarding of small-value grants.
Personal specification
Knowledge and experience
• Track record of successfully securing individual grant awards typically ranging between £10,000 and £50,000. (E)
• Knowledge of fundraising sector with specialist knowledge of grant making trusts and foundations, or similar grant/bid-writing experience (E)
• Experience in writing persuasive proposal documents and bids (E)
• Experience in developing and implementing fundraising policies and process to deliver strategic goals (E)
• Experience in supporting service teams to deliver complex projects on time and to budget (E)
• Experience in successfully stewarding multiple stakeholders including grant managers and major donors (D)
Qualifications and Education
• Graduate level or equivalent significant professional experience in fundraising/bid
Skills and abilities
• Ability to make decisions within area of responsibility, based on defined frameworks, policies, and procedures and/or based on knowledge of regulations and best practice (E)
• Shows good professional judgement (E)
• Can successfully operate matrix management of complex projects at a national level (E)
• Delivers high quality work with minimal supervision and direction (E)
• Able to communicate clearly and engage with stakeholders at all levels (E)
• Is successful in securing positive external relationships with stakeholders and supporters (E)
• Demonstrates personal credibility (E)
• Demonstrates experience and ability in impact reporting (D)
• Ability to research the sector to identify the best prospects (D)
• Has the capacity to deal with complex issues and is good at problem solving (D)
• An exceptional administrator with excellent organisational and writing skills (E)
• Self-starter, used to working to deadlines and delivering against KPIs (D)
Accountability
• Shows previous experience of achievement of income targets (E)
• Shows previous experience of excellent funder or similar relationship stewardship (E)
• Able to contribute to the development of income growth strategy and strategic goals (D)
Behaviours
• Takes pride in Adoption UK and promotes its values and mission in all interactions with external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of role at all times.
• Contributes to an open and honest culture
• Encourages challenge and creativity, transparency and consistency.
• Leads by example.
• Offers outstanding service to members.
• Promotes cross-functional team working, sharing skills and knowledge
• Communicates clearly, seeking clarity when unclear and valuing the opinion of others.
• Values the opinion of others. Treating colleagues and other stakeholders with respect.
• Takes pride in own development, committed to achieving high standards and agreed objectives.
Adoption UK is the leading charity for adopted and care experienced people and adoptive families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Unifrog’s mission
We’re on a mission to level the playing field when it comes to young people finding and applying for their next step after school. We're achieving this by bringing all the available information into one single, impartial, user-friendly platform that helps students to make the best choices, and submit the strongest applications. We also empower teachers and counsellors to manage the progression process effectively.
Our outlook is global - we work with schools and universities all over the world, from the US to New Zealand, and from Italy to Hong Kong. We want to make it so that young people can compare every opportunity taught in English, wherever it is in the world, and have all the support they need to make successful applications.
We have a clear social purpose, and we’re hugely ambitious. We already work with over half of UK secondary schools, and hundreds of international schools. We are growing rapidly in terms of the number of our customers, in terms of how much they use our platform, and in terms of the breadth of products we offer.
Our team is at the heart of our business and is integral to our success. We work hard to foster a culture of openness, happiness and innovation, and we commit to helping every individual learn and grow so that they can reach their full potential. We want to hire talented people, whatever their background. If you are excited by our mission and are ready to work hard, please don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
We believe in the power of diversity. If you are from an ethnic minority background, we would like to strongly encourage you to apply. In advance of applying if you have any questions about working at Unifrog, please contact our Recruitment Lead (details on our jobs page).
Work experience at Unifrog
In 2022, we launched the Unifrog Placements tool with just a few schools and colleges, and it’s now being used by over 45% of UK schools and has facilitated over 350,000 placements since its launch. The Placements tool makes it quick and easy for schools and colleges to administer work experience, virtual work experience (VWEX), work shadowing, and internships, all in one central place on the Unifrog platform. The more schools that sign up to and get started with Placements, the closer we can get to levelling the playing field for all students.
What you’ll do
As the Work Experience Lead, you will provide outstanding customer support for school and college partners using our Placements tool. You’ll be the first point of contact for any queries about the tool, resolving any issues partners, parents or employers have with the process. You’ll also be responsible for training individuals, tracking the engagement and impact of the Placements tool across our partner schools. You’ll be keeping Account Managers up to speed on this throughout the academic year.
Key responsibilities:
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Manage incoming queries about our Placements tool via phone call and email.
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Keep Salesforce records up to date after any interactions with partner schools and colleges.
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Continually suggest and streamline our Work Experience processes using feedback from our partners.
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Analyse engagement data, trends and notable issues on Placements usage and share this data with Account Managers and the wider UK management team.
Additional responsibilities:
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Proactively look for opportunities to continue improving our platform and support of Work Experience within schools and colleges. For example, reviewing survey responses to identify potential tweaks or process improvements.
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Support the UK Partner Success Team during busy periods, e.g., uploading school data onto the platform and troubleshooting any issues partner schools and colleges are experiencing.
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Proactively work to foster a sense of community amongst our Unifrog partners and consider how we can promote the sharing and embedding of Unifrog best practice.
Working together
You’ll work alongside the Partner Success Leads and the wider UK schools and colleges team. You’ll also have contact with our Data, Marketing, and Finance teams.
You’ll report to the Head of Partner Success.
What we’re looking for
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Strong communication skills - both written and over the phone.
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Solid training skills, ability to hold training meetings with partners virtually.
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Proven track record of excellent customer service.
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Proficient in data analysis and Excel.
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Active listening skills.
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Keen attention to detail.
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Strong organisational skills.
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Interest in the education sector is an advantage, but not essential.
Benefits
Head to our jobs page for a full list of the excellent benefits we offer our team.
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Join one of Escape the City’s top 1% employers and help transform careers and destinations in schools.
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Become part of a committed, dynamic, and growing company. We want to build our team for the long term: if you do well, we will do our best to make sure you want to stay at the company for a long time.
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Professional development is important at Unifrog. You will define your own 6-month objectives and will be supported by your line manager and the rest of the team to achieve them. You will have an annual training allowance to spend on what you need to grow and progress.
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Influence the company’s direction: we love to promote great ideas, wherever they come from.
Key details
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£34,890 per annum (Grade A).
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Full-time.
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Split your time between working remotely and at our office in Hoxton, London (a minimum of 2 days per week). Applicants must be commutable to London and can expense up to £12.50 per day for travel, up to 2 days per week.
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28 days paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays).
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Working hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday, and 9:00am to 4:30pm on Friday.
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Start date: as soon as possible, though we will be flexible for the right candidates.
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If you require reasonable adjustments, or want to discuss any details about the role before applying, please contact our Recruitment Lead (details on our jobs page).
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We can only consider candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Application process
Deadline: 10:00am (GMT) on Friday 14th November 2025.
Stage 1: Application form (~1 hour)
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Visit our website to upload your CV and complete the questions and tasks below. Please note that we do not review CVs at this stage of the application process so please be as specific as possible about your experience.
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i. With reference to examples of your recent experience, what would make you an excellent candidate for this role? (250 words)
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ii. There is a new policy update from the government about delivering Work Experience, and this has generated lots of queries from both partners and internal team members. How would you go about ensuring everyone has the information they need in this scenario? (250 words)
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iii. You receive an urgent phone call from a partner school reporting a technical issue that is hindering their use of the Placements tool. They are feeling frustrated and are looking for immediate assistance. How would you handle this situation to provide prompt and effective support? (250 words)
Stage 2: Phone task (15 minutes)
Stage 3: Video call interview (1 hour)
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Standard Q&A from a panel of three, including questions about your experiences and how these relate to the role, and scenario questions based on common situations you might face (plus time for your questions).
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Phone interviews will be held throughout the application window. Video call interviews will be held w/c 24th November.
Your answers are an opportunity to let us know more about your motivations and experience. While we understand that candidates might want to use AI to improve parts of their application, we strongly encourage you to write your answers independently.
Please note, we compare all answers to an AI generated answer. Where we suspect AI has been used to write the majority of the answer, this will be taken into consideration when scoring.
Inclusion and diversity at Unifrog
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Within the company we try to foster a culture of innovation, and a happy working environment, both because this is the right thing to do, and because we think this results in the most effective team. To this end we believe in open communication, celebrating successes, supporting each other, not being afraid to be wrong or to fail, and promoting good ideas wherever they come from.
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As a platform that supports teachers and students from a huge variety of backgrounds it’s important that our team and leadership reflects this diversity. This is something we are actively working towards and prioritising. We want to embed diversity, equity and inclusion across everything we do, continually evaluating policies and practices to make sure they are inclusive and equitable.
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To make sure everyone’s voice is heard and people have the opportunities to learn to be better allies in the workplace, we encourage the team to share what they’re celebrating, facilitate training and group discussions, and seek regular feedback about what more the company could do to help people feel included.
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To ensure that our recruitment process is consistent and fair, we anonymise your application and therefore do not see your name, personal, educational or professional background. We also randomise the order of responses so that it’s less likely that a candidate is advantaged or disadvantaged by where their answers appear compared to other candidates.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We're looking for someone a lttle bit special - someone who believes in the deep potential of children who are not thriving elsewhere in life and who has the experience, passion, energy and the drive to go the extra mile on these young people’s behalf.
The position is an exciting dual role:
1. Volunteering & People Manager (80% of workload)
You'll become a key cog at the heart ofFree to Be's management team, taking lead responsibility for volunteer and staff recruitment and retention, holding and delivering our volunteering strategy, launching a new training infrastructure through 2026-27, and heading up 'all things volunteering'. With one direct report, you'll aim to grow volunteer numbers year on year, ensure volunteers are well matched, and well supported, onto our residential projects, and lead on quality assurance, including volunteering standards concerns/grievances. Alongside our Services, Operations and Fundraising Managers, you'll be a core management team member holding shared responsibility for the day to day running of an impactful and growing children's mental health and adventure charity and will work closely with our inspiring and supportive CEO to set longer-term key strategic goals underpinning Free to Be's future development.
2. Residential Project Lead Coordinator (20% of role)
Our residentials are fun, immersive, tiring (in all the right ways), impactful and inspiring. A core aspect of all Free to Be Kids staff's roles is leading circa 8-10 of our residential projects across each year - working on the ground with the children, leading the volunteers & staff team on project, and helping make the projects special, safe, and transformative for vulnerable young people, many of whom have damaged confidence, low self-worth, or other social-emotional needs.
Attendance at approximately 8-10 five-six night residential projects per year outside London is a core component of this role. As a manager, you'd likely attend 8-10 residentials in year 1 to build familiarity with both the projects and our volunteer base, with this dropping to c.8 per year thereafter.
On offer to the right candidate:
Salary: Circa £38,000 - £40,000, dependent on experience.
Hours: Fulltime: 37.5 hours per week. Essential attendance on at c.8-10 residential projects a year.
Leave: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays and up to 13 additional pre-set discretionary reward days in September and during the Christmas period. A substantial perk of the role is potential to take up to 4 consecutive weeks off to travel each September.
Other benefits: 4% employer pension contribution paid on full base salary, rising by 1% per year of service, up to a maximum of 7%; hybrid working; office with great transport links; flexible working (outside core hours); employee reward scheme; tight-knit, fun, vibrant, cohesive staff team with great morale.
Based: Hybrid – our small office in Waterloo, London. Hybrid working is well established with the majority of the team splitting time around 50:50 between the office and home.
To start: Early January 2026.
Who we’re looking for:
Our next Volunteering Manager hero. You'll be fun, flexible, energised, experienced in work with young people with addtional needs, and looking to join an organisation you can believe in and who in return will believe and invest in you.
Kind, empathetic, resilient and efficient, you’ll have a real affinity for supporting others - whether volunteers, more junior staff, or children themselves. We're looking for someone who loves working with young people, as you'll be role modelling that commitment and energy to our volunteers and playing a leading role in holding our already thriving team culture. Volunteer Management or HR experience is a bonus, and capacity and personality to quickly pick that up is a must, but ultimately we're looking for the right organisational fit - someone who believes in what we do and wants to step up to join a management team working hard to deliver it.
You’ll have the flexibility to work away from home on (up to) 10 five to six day residential projects per year. Ideally, you’ll also have experience of leading projects for children – whether residential or non-residential - for example as a teacher, or running groups in other settings. Experience of working on or leading residentials projects themselves is not required but may be an advantage.
We are a small, vibrant, 'can do', friendly staff team of 10, supported by a committed volunteer base of around 300.
We are particularly keen to encourage applications from those who can help us represent the lived experiences of our children through their own lived experience or background.
To apply:
See full Job Description & Person Specification on our website.
Send a copy of your CV or up to date LinkedIn profile, as well as a covering letter and introductory short video, by the closing date of 10pm, Wednesday 26th November 2025.
Covering letters should be very approximately 1 to 1.5 sides A4 and address the question of: ‘Why this role, why now’, as well as ‘what strengths, experience and skills you would bring into the role’.We also ask for a short (1-3 minutes) informal video introducing yourself and touching on the person specification. We have found this helps bring the strongest applications to life, and filters out AI driven applications.
Selection Process and Timeline:
Selection will be via two stage interview. As there is only a short turnaround from application closure on 26th November to 1st stage interviews 1st-2nd December, we will assess applications and offer interview slots throughout the window. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you need to wait till the closing date to submit.
1st stage interviews: Mon 1st - Tues 2nd December (virtual)
2nd stage final interviews: Mon 8th - Tues 9th December (in-person preferred, London Waterloo)
Please hold interview dates as alternate dates are unlikely to be available.
The role requires an Enhanced DBS check and existing right to work in the UK.
If you have any questions about the role, contact us via our website and we’d be happy to arrange an informal chat. We look forward to hearing from you!
Using joy, adventure and the outdoors to transform particularly vulnerable London children's mental health.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St James’s, Piccadilly is at an exciting moment in its 340-year history. Fundraising for the ‘Wren Project’, a £23m capital campaign, and plans for an endowment campaign, are well underway.
This new role will support the fundraising team, working closely with the Head of Fundraising, to provide full administrative support across all functions of the department. We are looking for someone committed to making a difference to our work and interested in developing a career in fundraising. We welcome experience gained outside the charity sector and interested in developing a career in fundraising.
St James’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
St James’s actively welcomes applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our community including people with global majority heritage, people with lived experience of poverty and people who identify as LGBTQ+.
Role description and person specification can be downloaded from our website.
Please send full CV with a covering letter outlining your interest in the post and forward to Jane Gray, HR Advisor, by midday Monday 10th November 2025 (Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an application form in due course – referee information is required.)
Interviews are planned for Thursday 20th November. Start date as soon as possible otherwise to commence in early January 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a rare opportunity to shape how millions engage with one of the world’s most iconic theatres both in London and across the globe and ensure our audience is central in decision making across the entire organisation.
As Deputy Director of Audiences, you will play a pivotal role in defining and delivering our ambitious audience strategy, with a strong focus on engaging people under 35 and expanding our reach through a bold, innovative digital content programme.
You will lead the charge in:
• Bringing the Globe to audiences everywhere through compelling storytelling, and impactful data.
• Creating a vibrant, inclusive and inspiring welcome to everyone who interacts with our work.
• Elevating our profile nationally and internationally, with coverage that deepens our global presence.
• Develop our offer to cultural tourists visiting our iconic venue.
• Work with the Director of Audiences to unlock new opportunities, from creative brand partnerships to major commercial ventures - both onsite, offsite, and online.
Your portfolio will span every touchpoint of the Globe’s audience experience. You will oversee and inspire teams across visitor and online experience, ticketing, retail, digital engagement, brand and design, marketing, data and insight, press and media relations, and external affairs. Together, you will create seamless, memorable, and transformative experiences for every visitor, viewer, and digital participant.
We are looking for a leader who combines a love of collaboration among teams with operational excellence - someone with the creativity to innovate, the rigour to deliver, and the influence to inspire. This role is about shaping how the Globe is seen, felt, and experienced by the world. If you are ready to bring ambition, insight, and imagination to one of the most exciting cultural organisations in the world, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
£28,000 - £30,450 per year
Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office
What the job involves
We’re looking for a Customer Research Analyst to join our Customer Insight Team in a newly created role.
As a Customer Research Analyst, you’ll help us understand our supporters, donors and stakeholders even better. Working closely with teams across the organisation, you’ll deliver research that brings our customers’ needs to life, supports informed decisions and drives meaningful engagement.
In this role, you’ll design and deliver both quantitative and qualitative research, providing clear and actionable insights that help shape strategy. Alongside the Customer Research Manager, you’ll help champion the use of insight in everything we do, identifying opportunities for market intelligence and consumer research along the way.
You’ll take part in pre- and post-campaign evaluations, design and run customer surveys, interpret data and share findings that inspire action. You’ll also collaborate with external research agencies, when needed, and help develop and promote our Insights Library so knowledge is shared and accessible to everyone.
What we want from you
We’re looking for a Customer Research Analyst who’s curious, analytical and eager to make a real impact through insight. You’ll have a keen interest in both quantitative and qualitative research, from shaping research design and methodology to turning data into meaningful stories that drive action. You’ll already have some experience working in a market or customer research environment.
You’ll bring a strong desire to grow your market research skills and the confidence to communicate findings in a clear, engaging way, whether that’s presenting to a room full of colleagues or sharing insights one to one.
You’ll enjoy building positive, collaborative relationships across teams and have a proactive, results-driven approach that keeps our audiences’ needs front and centre. Above all, you’ll be motivated by the idea of using data to drive change and make a real difference to men and their families affected by prostate cancer.
If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
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
We are all expected to be in the office (SE1 2QN) 4 days a month (pro-rata for part time colleagues) to work with and alongside colleagues in our immediate team and beyond to build connections and strong working relationships. We value that face-to-face time for relationships, projects and decisions.
Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.
The closing date is Sunday 16th November 2025. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.
Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 1st December 2025.
Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: National Programmes Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week
Accountable to: Director of Membership
Salary: £37-42k depending on experience
Location: SW1P 3RB United Kingdom
Work Type: Hybrid (2 office days)
Overview
Mothers’ Union (MU) was established in 1876. It is a worldwide women-led movement with over four million members in 83 countries. Some 40,000 of our members live in Britain and Ireland and put their Christian faith into action in communities’ by delivering projects and programmes that bring hope and build resilience.
Mothers’ Union is unique. We do not work alongside communities; our members and volunteers work inside communities. From small initiatives to national programmes our aims are to stop poverty, violence, and injustice by supporting the vulnerable and to strengthen family life by nurturing relationships that are loving, faithful and respectful.
Each member subscribes to the same values; the moral and ethical codes that are central to the ways in which we operate:
- We are firmly rooted in a voluntary ethos centred on mutual respect and collaboration.
- Our governance, leadership, and programmes are driven by and undertaken by members within their own communities worldwide; and
- We work with and welcome to the movement, people of all faiths and none.
Our Britian and Ireland members may be part of a branch or a parish membership, which sits within a Diocese, which reports to a Province. These Provinces and Dioceses follow the Anglican Church structure.
We are a diverse and inclusive movement who form groups, become friends and supporters outside of the church structure, together with a host of active volunteers all championing the work we do.
Job Purpose
The role of the central charity is to facilitate member support and the successful operation of the charity, lead strategic projects that work to ensure the longevity and sustainability of the global movement and to support the delivery of impactful work in communities that meet our aims.
Like many membership organisations, we need to focus on turning membership decline into membership growth. This role evolved from and is an integral part of the “Reimagining MU” project, where we looked at opportunities to secure the future of the movement.
The post holder will work directly with members and across the charity leading campaigns and programmes that help and support the communities in which we serve, drive membership growth, increase valued engagement and income opportunities, promote Mothers’ Union within the Anglican Church, and build effective relationships with external partners and organisations.
This role will lead the implementation of a suite of existing and new Britain and Ireland programmes which include domestic abuse, social justice, and family issues. Also, to look at new programmes and to manage continual programme reviews. These Mothers’ Union National Programmes are being adopted as best practice frameworks for successful community outreach projects by members in the communities in which we serve. It is envisioned that in resourcing and standardising existing work, these robust programmes will serve as vehicles for volunteer and member recruitment in dioceses in Britain and Ireland and be able to secure strategic partners and external funders to support our work.
Main responsibilities
Programme Development, Implementation and Review – Britain and Ireland
1. Work with the Director of Membership on the continued development, implementation and review of a member-informed national suite of Mothers’ Union programmes.
2. Research, review and develop new member resources, packs, and policies and manage access.
3. Work with the wider Membership team on the design, implementation, and delivery of new membership growth models.
4. Work with the Communications team on campaigns and programme branding and promotion.
5. Procure and manage relationships with programme strategic partners and funders.
Membership Engagement and Support
1. Manage relevant Communities of Interest (representative membership groups) for the different programmes.
2. Contribute campaign materials, articles, written printed and web content as required.
3. Support the membership by overseeing programme enquiries, and delivering resources, communications, webinars, podcasts, and events as required.
4. Working with the Membership Engagement Manager to ensure membership growth is reflected in the programme frameworks as an intended outcome.
5. Working with the Director of Membership and the wider membership team to deliver annual and regional events and conferences including the Annual Gathering, Provincial meetings, networking, and celebratory events.
General
- To manage existing national programmes; and to successfully framework and resource new MU campaigns and community outreach work into standardised, resourced and branded national programmes that are adopted and utilised by members and attract strategic partners to enhance successful outputs and increased income for the charity.
- To work across the charity on supporting the incorporation and delivery of membership and income growth targets and initiatives in the outputs of relevant areas of work.
- To produce and provide reports and resources as required for the Director of Membership.
- To undertake any other duties as requested by the Head of Membership.
Work Ethos
Integrity lies at the heart of Mothers’ Union and in our voice and actions, we aim to be:
· Respected.
· Effective.
· Accessible.
· Clear.
· And innovative approach.
Staff are expected to reflect these core values in their own personal characteristics. Post holders are expected to be able to demonstrate:
- A level of competence appropriate to the demands of this post.
- The ability to conduct work in keeping with high professional standards and in accordance with Mothers’ Union’s Aims, Objectives, and Values.
- A clarity of communication.
- A collaborative and constructive style of operating, respecting colleagues and volunteers and their contribution.
- An understanding of or commitment to the Christian faith.
Person Specification
Candidates’ demonstration of the skills and qualities below will be assessed through the application form/CV and at interview.
Experience/skills
Essential
Desirable
Programme Development
Demonstrated project management and programme development experience.
A project management qualification.
Experience of working in a membership organisation in the design and delivery of member-informed services and support.
Policy and Advocacy
Experience of campaign, policy, and advocacy work.
Experience in the fields of domestic abuse, faith and discipleship, social justice, and family issues.
Membership Support
Experience working directly with customers/members.
Event management experience.
Computer and IT skills
MS applications. Zoom/Team meeting platforms. Survey software. Social media posting. CRMs.
Publisher and design software.
Qualifications
Education
Educated to degree level.
Personal Attributes
Organisation
The role sits within a Membership function. Ability to work in a team and self-direct as required, effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines and timescales.
Communication
Good verbal communication skills – ability to engage effectively and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
Produce high quality, accessible, valued, and impactful resources, and documents.
Excellent writing skills – ability to tailor to various audiences clearly and concisely; to identify and summarise key messages.
Personal characteristics
Flexible, with the ability to use own initiative.
Ability to work competently and confidently with volunteers, external partners, the clergy, and a wide range of stakeholders.
Team player – ability to work with others and to contribute within a team.
The ability to conduct work in keeping with high professional standards and in accordance with Mothers’ Union core values.
An understanding of or commitment to the Christian Faith
Knowledge and approach
A broad understanding of issues affecting faith and family life today.
The ability to take a creative and lateral approach to thinking about social problems.
A proactive attitude and enthusiasm to learn and grow in the role.
Research skills
Ability to collate, analyse, and synthesise data and use this in the development of support and services.
Ability to gather, manage and use a large quantity of information, research and reports effectively.
Ability to interpret statistics, survey data and quantitative and qualitative data effectively.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via e-mail.
The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is midnight on 17th November 2025. Due to the number of applications we receive, we may not be able to individually respond to each applicant. If we do not contact you within 4 weeks from the application deadline, then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position. We aim to get in touch with the shortlisted candidates after the application deadline.
Equal Opportunity
Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
Values and Behaviours of Mothers’ Union staff
MU Staff Team Values
· Respectful.
· Supportive.
· Open.
· Adaptable.
· Solutions Oriented.
Below are examples of behaviours which show the values in practice.
Value 1: Respectful
· Being a role model, treating people with respect, both in speech and action.
· Reacting to situations and requests in a professional, calm and timely manner.
· Being sincere in understanding another person’s perspective.
· Being considerate of others’ time and concerns.
Value 2: Supportive
· Working as a team to meet collective goals and embrace shared perspectives.
· Building effective working relationships across the whole organisation.
· Celebrating successes and create a positive team spirit.
· Sharing personal knowledge, skills and experience with others to help them develop.
Value 3: Open
· Being open to constructive feedback.
· Celebrating differences and recognising everyone’s contribution.
· Engaging with stakeholders and seeking their views and feedback to improve.
· Being self-aware, reflecting on the work we do, how we do it and how it affects others.
Value 4: Adaptable
· If within capabilities, adapting to changes even if outside usual duties.
· Treating every experience as an opportunity to learn and develop.
· If possible, being flexible and responsive to the changing priorities of the organisation.
· Agreeing appropriate deadlines for work and meet them.
Value 5: Solutions Oriented
· Employing creativity by thinking outside the box to overcome challenges.
· Sharing views and driving continuous improvement.
· Encouraging colleagues to share alternative perspectives and ideas.
· Seeking solutions to solve problems.
Equal Opportunity
Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
Right to Work
Employment right to work checks are mandatory and a legal requirement to work in the UK before you are employed.
DBS Checks
This vacancy is subject to a DBS check if you are successfully selected.
Safeguarding Policy
Mother’s Union has its safeguarding principles embedded in all services we provide in Britain & Ireland. Mothers’ Union is committed to promoting a safer environment and culture for all involved in our projects, programmes, initiatives and activities. So that this can be achieved, it is essential to understand that this policy applies to everyone working on behalf of Mothers’ Union in Britain & Ireland, namely senior managers, board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers, members, affiliates and contracted consultants.
Diversity & Inclusion
Mother’s Union is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with various backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work to achieve greater results for the community we support. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
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Be at the forefront of student-led change in one of the UK’s most exciting and dynamic cities – join us as Associate Director Student Influence at Manchester Students’ Union.
Manchester Students’ Union is seeking a visionary Associate Director to spearhead our student influence work, empowering over 47,000 students to become powerful changemakers across the University, the city, and beyond.
The Role
As Associate Director Student Influence, you’ll lead the strategic development and operational delivery of our changemaking activity. You’ll ensure students are represented and supported to lead meaningful change, whether through policy, campaigning, or building grassroots movements. You’ll work closely with elected student leaders, university stakeholders, and civic partners to grow UMSU’s influence locally and nationally.
This is a senior leadership role, reporting to the Director of Student Engagement and accountable for a team including a Head of Policy, Head of Student Campaigns and Senior Officer Development Coordinator.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to grow UMSU’s influence across university, city, and nationally.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team to deliver impactful change initiatives.
- Cultivate relationships with policy makers, civic organisations, and sector bodies.
- Champion student-led, evidence-informed approaches to advocacy and representation.
- Oversee democratic processes and political education initiatives.
- Drive performance through strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management.
Essential Criteria
We welcome applicants from all educational backgrounds. You’ll need to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in changemaking, whether from a campaigns, organising, advocacy, policy or public affairs background.
- Strategic leadership and team management in a values-led organisation.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to develop and deliver innovative strategies for change.
- Excellent communication and diplomacy, with a collaborative mindset.
- Commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and student empowerment.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and generous benefits see full list here
- Hybrid working options
- Clear progression pathway through our graded role structure
- A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven workplace
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an experienced leader with a passion for healthcare, excellence and client-centred service? MSI Reproductive Choices UK is seeking a Regional General Manager to lead our South London region ensuring the delivery of safe, sustainable, and high-quality reproductive health services.
Location: South London
Hours: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £51,078.01 - £56,441.20 (depending on experience and skills)
About the Role
As Regional General Manager, you will:
- Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams across Treatment Centres.
- Ensure compliance with CQC and regulatory standards as the Registered Manager and Controlled Drugs Accountable Officer.
- Drive continuous improvement in client safety, experience, and operational sustainability.
- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organisational goals.
- Champion a culture of inclusion, innovation, and excellence.
- Provide clear, supportive leadership that encourages development, accountability, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- A people-first leadership style that inspires, motivates, and brings out the best in others, acting as a role model.
- Proven ability to build strong, engaged teams and lead through change with confidence and empathy.
- Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills and a proactive approach to conflict management and resolutions.
- A track record of developing talent, driving performance, and creating a positive workplace culture.
- Recruitment, induction, and training of a full service delivery team including local leadership
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven leadership of dispersed teams and P&L responsibility.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of compliance, regulatory, and governance frameworks.
- Competence in data analysis, reporting, and using performance metrics to drive improvement
- Experience in client-focused service delivery and performance management.
- A passion for inclusive leadership and service excellence.
Desirable:
- Experience in private healthcare or NHS.
- Registered Manager status or equivalent leadership experience.
Why Join MSI?
- Forget about the worry over mileage or travel expenses - we've got you covered! Your expenses are reimbursed quickly, within just 10 days
- Enjoy (alongside 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays) enjoy a Birthday Bonus with an additional day of annual leave dedicated to celebrating your birthday
- Take advantage of perks and discounts on over 4000 retail and hospitality outlets through your Blue Light card
- Access our Employee Assistance Programme and Doctor Line through Westfield Health – 24/7 access to a GP over the phone who can prescribe
In addition to the perks outlined above, there are many more benefits alongside what is written above for you to enjoy. Find out more during your interview!
Ready to lead with purpose?
If you're passionate about developing people, driving engagement, and leading with impact, we want to hear from you.
We have been providing NHS-funded and private abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics across England for over 40 years.



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Contract: 2 year fixed contract
Hours: full-time
Location: This is a hybrid position, with an average minimum of 2-3 days based in our London office, working remotely from your home, and occasional around Britain. You should live within commuting distance of our London Office.
Hybrid Working: Connexional Team staff based at Methodist Church House have a hybrid work pattern which is currently 2-3 days in the office, and the remaining days remote.
About the Role
Are you an experienced project manager passionate about social justice and global mission?
The Methodist Church in Britain is looking for a Justice and Global Projects Officer to deliver impactful initiatives in the key areas of social justice, organising, reparative justice and global relations.
This is a role for someone who thrives on purpose-driven work and wants to make a tangible difference.
This role sits within the Justice team, working collaboratively with the Global Relationships Team and others. You will also be a part of the wider Mission Team, playing a key role in implementing our strategy in response to Our Calling and the Methodist Way of Life.
In this post, you will focus on the following priorities:
- The managements and delivery of projects as part of the Justice and Global Relationships Teams
- Facilitating effective consultation and collaborative working groups
- Conducting research and producing reports to inform senior decision-making
- Coordinating events that inspire and mobilise communities
About You
The ideal candidate will need the following:
- Experience in project management and delivery
- Ability to problem solve, working both independently and collaboratively when required
- Excellent time and self-management
- A collaborative and inclusive approach to working with others
- Ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and to engage diverse audiences with sensitivity
Should you wish to discuss this role informally, please contact: Rachel Lampard after 10 November or Rebecca Boardman (contact details available on the jobs page of our website).
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
If you have questions about the vacancy or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please email the Human Resources team (contact details available on our website).
Closing Date: 24 November 2025
Interview Date: 8 December 2025 (in London)
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
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This is an exciting role in a unique organisation. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world. We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.
We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.
It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.
We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible
The role is a full time and fixed term contract for one year.
The Cafes Manager will take full responsibility in leading and operating a successful cafes and catering operation, giving our student members an excellent service experience every day, looking to implement our cafes operation with new and innovative ideas led by the Head of Commercial Services. This role forms a key part of our Operations team, led by the Director of Operations. Comprising of both front facing and behind the scenes departments including; Cafés and Bars, Retail, Bloomsbury Fitness Gym, Human Resources, Facilities and Systems, the team delivers core functions and central services for the Union, as well as providing a diverse range of quality facilities accessible to our 55,000 members. The Operations team, and this role, are central to the successful delivery of our new strategic plan that will set us on the path to become one of the best students’ unions in the UK, and more importantly a better students’ union for our members.
An outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.


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About us
Join our team at the MPS Society, one of the leading rare genetic disease charities in the UK aiming to transform the lives of over 1500 individuals and their families UK-wide who are affected by MPS, Fabry and other related lysosomal diseases.
We are expanding our small, dedicated, Support team who raise awareness, provide information and practical guidance alongside support and advocacy relating to health and social care, housing, education, transition, independent living, palliative care, and bereavement. This team also contribute to the development of our resources and facilitate project work such as youth engagement, advisory boards, and support groups.
Ideal candidate
As a Support & Advice Officer, you will provide administrative and initial frontline support. You will have the confidence to respond to queries, triaging when required. You will work with sensitivity and confidentiality, have excellent communication skills making sure that the individual (or family) remains at the centre of your work. You will have exceptional IT skills and be highly organised, with the ability to juggle many strands of work. You will demonstrate a positive attitude and a willingness to work collaboratively with your colleagues and external parties.
Training on MPS and related conditions will be provided to help you develop a good understanding of MPS and related conditions, and the needs of those affected by these progressive, life-limiting conditions.
What we can offer you
Join us and you will be working for a caring charity offering:
- A competitive salary
- Generous annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time hours)
- Extra leave between Christmas and the New Year
- Pension
- Life assurance (subject to the conditions of the scheme)
- Employee assistance programme offering support 24/7
Further information
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UK.
The main duties, responsibilities and essential requirements of this role can be viewed on the attached job description.
This is an essential car user post. The applicant must hold a current UK driver’s licence, with no more than 6 points, have access to a car and be able and willing to drive UK wide as required.
This role is offered on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days in our Amersham office each week. As part of the role, UK wide travel is necessary. which may on occasion include early morning and/or evening working and sometimes overnight stays. You may also occasionally be required to attend evening or weekend conferences and events. We have policies in place to ensure that any unsociable hours worked are fairly compensated.
This is a full-time role (35 hrs per week) however part time hours may be considered for the right candidate. Salary will be pro-rata for part-time.
We encourage candidates to visit the MPS Society website to learn more about us and the community we serve. Alternatively, if you would like an informal chat about the role or the work of the MPS Society, please contact Bethanie Pentecost.
Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
The MPS Society is a charity that provides a range of care, support and activities for children and adults at risk throughout the UK. This is provided in several ways through our dedicated support and advocacy service, annual events, patient expert meetings and conferences. MPS staff, trustees and volunteers may be asked to be involved in the delivery of its regulated activities and therefore will require an enhanced DBS check during recruitment and for this to be reviewed on a regular basis.
To apply: Please provide your CV and a cover statement giving examples to demonstrate your competencies, achievements and skills alongside explaining how your previous roles and experiences make you the candidate we are looking for.
Closing Date: Whilst we have an initial closing date of 17 November 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview and assessment.
To transform lives through specialist knowledge, support and advocacy, and research.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Supporter Experience Manager
Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid working (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.)
Location: This role can be based in Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington
Salary: £48,576 for Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington. £53,549 for London (inclusive of London allowance)
If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
About the role
At Christian Aid, we believe lasting change happens when people work together for justice. Our supporters are at the heart of that change and we’re now looking for a Supporter Experience Manager to shape how thousands of people connect with our mission.
This is a unique opportunity to design and deliver Christian Aid’s first unified supporter journey framework, creating seamless, inspiring experiences that drive engagement, giving, and long-term loyalty.
Reporting to the Head of Public Fundraising, but working across the wider department and beyond, this role will:
- Lead our first Supporter Experience Strategy, uniting teams across the organisation.
- Map, refine, and innovate supporter journeys, identifying opportunities for deeper connection.
- Harness data and supporter insights to drive evidence-based decisions.
- Foster innovation, testing new technologies and approaches to enhance engagement.
- Train and equip teams to deliver consistently excellent supporter experiences.
About you
In addition to a passion for Supporter Experience, some of the essential skills and experience we’re looking for are:
- Significant experience in a supporter experience role or delivering journey strategy.
- A track record creating and delivering multichannel communications.
- Strong data and analytical skills to refine approaches and measure success.
- Excellent collaboration, influencing, and project management abilities.
Experience with CRM systems, matrix management, KPI measurement or leading change initiatives is desirable, but most importantly, you’ll have a supporter-first mindset and the drive to inspire meaningful connections. You’ll also be committed to Christian Aid’s vision to see a world where everyone can live a full life free from poverty and injustice.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos, and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We Are Family is hiring!
We Are Family is an extraordinary peer support community for adopters and prospective adopters. We’re there for parents throughout their adoption journey. Online and in person, our parents’ groups, events, resources, podcasts and talks offer mutual support, information and inspiration to adopters and those considering adoption. We are the leading peer support community for adopters across Greater London and the Home Counties, and offer digital-membership nationally; we have ambitions to scale our in-person services provision significantly over the coming years. You can find out more about us here.
As Community Programme Manager, you’ll join our independent adoption support charity, oversee our volunteer, peer support and event provision.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised ‘self-starting’ individual with experience of working with user-run communities. You will use your strong relationship-building skills to proactively engage WAF members and volunteers, to continue providing peer-led support and to create new opportunities for adopters to connect across the UK.
Key Details:
Role type: Permanent
Reports to: Head of Operations
Direct Reports: You will work closely in partnership with our Associates & Volunteers
Working Pattern: 2.5 days / 18.75 hours per week, including occasional evening and on-site work.
Salary: £30-35K FTE
Location: Remote / Home-working; this role can be based anywhere within the UK with periodic meetings and visits, mainly to London / South East, at least quarterly.
Perks of Working at WAF:
· Become a part of a personable, visionary team creating positive impact on a daily basis
· Flexible working
· Home Working Allowance
· Occasional in-person working in London; travel and lunch expenses covered
· Competitive salaries with room for growth
· Professional development opportunities
· Seasonal socials
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Key responsibilities include:
- Engagement with our Members
- Supporting our Volunteers
- Managing our Peer-led Groups and In-Person Activities
- Overseeing our Peer Support Training and Supervision
- Nurturing Partnerships
- Delivering Impact
- Contributing to Communications
- Championing our Advocacy efforts
- Collaborating with our Board and Committees
Person Specification:
ESSENTIAL
- Demonstrable experience coordinating / managing multiple projects or programmes
- Experience of working with beneficiaries and / or volunteers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Skills in identifying and prioritising workload with the ability to work to deadlines and budget
- Comfortable working independently, operating good judgement on when to seek guidance and support
- Strong IT and / or aptitude to learn software skills (see below)
- Resourceful and adaptable
- Empathetic and supportive
- A ‘hands-on’ and collaborative mindset
DESIRABLE
- Lived experience / interest in supporting those connected with any of the following: early trauma, adoption, the care system, advocating for people from underserved communities.
- Lived experience / interest in supporting families
- Experience of working within a peer support network
- Experience of co-producing projects with beneficiaries / volunteers
- Experience with using multiple software packages (We work across the following software – training provided as necessary: G Suite, MS Office, Zoom, Trello, WordPress, Mailchimp, Canva, Buzzsprout, Google Analytics).
To Apply:
If the opportunity to join an exciting, rapidly growing charity appeals to you as someone able to make a valuable contribution, we would love to hear from you!
Please download our full application pack for further details and instructions on how to apply.
Deadline to apply: Midnight at Sunday 23rd November 2025
Start Date: ASAP
Please note that applications are received and reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore an early application is advised.
Further information can be found via our website.
One of the great strengths of We Are Family is that we are volunteer and member driven, and we represent a diverse community of adoptive parents. We particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds to ensure that the organisation can benefit from this diversity of experience.
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Looking to work as a dedicated Grants Officer, in a small dynamic team? This exciting opportunity plays a key role in supporting environmental and community initiatives across the country.
Grants Officer at Veolia Environmental Trust
Salary: £26,200 plus pension and benefits
Location: Hybrid - Cannock office (minimum 2 days per week) with home working flexibility
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you:
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Access to our company pension scheme
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Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
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Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
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24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
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One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
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Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
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Modern office facilities with electric car charging, free gym, and subsidised canteen
What you'll be doing:
Join our mission to support community and environmental projects that make a real difference. The Veolia Environmental Trust is an independent grant-making charity that distributes Landfill Communities Fund monies across England.
As a dedicated Grants Officer, you'll join our small, dynamic team in an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting environmental initiatives across the country while developing your career in the grants and charitable sector.
Reporting to the Head of Grants, you'll work with a diverse range of stakeholders including applicants, beneficiaries, regulators, and sector peers.
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Manage the full grants lifecycle of projects from application to completion, including compliance monitoring and occasional site visits
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Manage grant claims, including checking evidence of expenditure and project budgets
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Deliver excellent customer service through professional handling of enquiries
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Build positive relationships with applicants, providing guidance and support throughout the application and live grants processes
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Process and evaluate funding applications, ensuring fair and thorough assessment against our criteria
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Assist with Board meeting arrangements, minute taking and other administrative duties
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Support Trustee meetings and contribute to strategic discussions about our funding priorities
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Help develop communications materials and guidance to support potential applicants
What we're looking for:
Essential:
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A values-driven and ethical approach to work, with a strong commitment to improving the environment and community wellbeing
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Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to quickly understand complex information
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Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
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A positive, proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of our close-knit team
Desirable:
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Experience of assessing financial information (e.g. invoices, quotes, tenders etc)
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Experience in grant making or the charitable sector
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Digital skills, including familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT
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Current driving licence
While relevant experience is desirable, we welcome applications from candidates at all career stages and with different life experiences as full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
To apply, please follow the recruiter link sending your CV and covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) explaining why you're passionate about environmental grant making and how your skills align with this role.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.