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This is an exciting opportunity to shape engaging campaigns and storytelling across digital, social media, email, PR and community channels. Working as part of our Fundraising and Communications team, you’ll create compelling and accessible communications that inspire action, strengthen our community, support fundraising and help people live full and healthy lives with MS.
Working closely with colleagues, ambassadors and people living with MS, you’ll help amplify authentic lived experience, develop impactful campaigns and use insight and digital best practice to grow engagement and reach.
We’re looking for someone with strong writing and storytelling skills, experience delivering communications, marketing or digital campaigns, and a good understanding of digital engagement, social media and email marketing. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and motivated by making a meaningful difference.
About Overcoming MS
Overcoming MS is the world’s leading MS healthy lifestyle charity. We help people live full and healthy lives with MS through evidence-based information, practical tools and a supportive global community.
Since 2012, we have supported people affected by MS to make informed lifestyle choices alongside medical treatment, helping people feel more empowered, informed and hopeful about living with MS.
Our vision is a world where everyone with MS has the information, confidence and support they need to live well.
Job summary
The Communications and Marketing Manager plays a central role in helping Overcoming MS reach and support more people living with multiple sclerosis worldwide. The role leads the creation of compelling, evidence-based, and emotionally engaging communications that strengthen connections with our community, raise awareness of the Overcoming MS approach, support fundraising, engagement, and behaviour change, and showcase our services and offerings.
Working across communications channels, campaigns, storytelling and community engagement, the postholder will enable our audiences to feel they have the appropriate level of information and confidence to make lifestyle changes, through the support we offer to live a full and healthy life with MS.
Key responsibilities and duties:
The role comprises the following key areas of responsibility:
Communication and campaign creation
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Craft engaging, accessible and audience-focused communications which inspire action, deepen engagement and build trust.
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Plan and execute integrated marketing and communications campaigns across digital channels, print, PR and Community channels in alignment with our Fundraising and Communications Strategy.
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Support the Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital with campaign planning, aligning Communications objectives to organisational and income generation objectives.
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Support the Services team with the promotion of our services, including the dissemination of insights and data, to grow our awareness and engagement
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Support colleagues and audiences. Working with stakeholders to ensure communications are planned and delivered at the right time to meet their needs.
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Ability to communicate complex or sensitive information in a clear, accessible and empathetic way.
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Understanding of inclusive and accessible communications best practice.
Using results to drive change
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Use audience insight, analytics and user behaviour to shape campaigns and improve engagement.
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Test, learn and optimise marcomms communications through experimentation, AB testing and evaluation.
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Contribute to Marcomms evaluation on performance and impact.
Storytelling and Community voices
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Build trusted relationships with people living with MS and the wider Overcoming MS community to develop authentic and inspiring stories.
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Support contributors sensitively and ethically, ensuring appropriate consent and safeguarding processes are followed.
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Identify opportunities to amplify community voices across campaigns, fundraising and communications.
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Ensure storytelling reflects the diversity and inclusivity of the Overcoming MS community.
Social media and content creation
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Lead on building our impact and engagement on social media with our audiences, in line with our objectives, including supporting awareness and engagement campaigns and fundraising.
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Ensure that we are using the best tools and techniques by staying up to date with trends.
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Monitor social media, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to enquiries.
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Use analytics to constantly optimise our social media impact.
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Ensure content is accessible, audience-led and aligned with best practice in health communication.
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Support content development across both digital and print communications where required.
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Working closely with the services team, lead the content creation and maintenance of our website to maximise our impact with audiences.
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Build and nurture relationships with celebrity ambassadors, influencers and public supporters.
Email marketing
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Develop content for email marketing, including for fundraising and events campaigns.
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Optimise email by A/B testing content to maximise performance through design and content improvements, and creating triggered email sequences to build our message.
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Use audience segmentation and personalisation to support campaigns.
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Use analytics to identify ways to constantly optimise our email impact.
Community Engagement
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Support our digital community through different discussion groups and platforms (social media, hubs, etc). Including liaising with internal teams and promoting best practice.
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Support online events and drive positive engagement opportunities.
Brand communication
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Ensuring all activity aligns with brand priorities.
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Championing on-brand messaging. Acting as a trusted expert on brand tone of voice.
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Ensuring all media and communications guidelines/policies are followed and kept updated.
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Sharing best practice with the wider organisation and continuing professional development.
Creative skills
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Generate and develop creative and innovative ideas with a good eye for brand, design, film and photography.
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Develop clear briefs and oversee production of high-quality digital and printed communications materials.
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Create engaging collateral through design software.
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Edit small amounts of audio or video (desirable).
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Support content development across both digital and print communications where required.
PR and Media
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Support the Head of Communications, Marketing and Digital with media relations through press releases and statements.
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Support with securing regional, national and international media coverage, sourcing case studies and creating campaign assets and messaging for media partners.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Self-motivated and adaptable/proactive, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
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A keen eye for detail with a consistently high quality of work output.
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Highly organised, able to manage a content schedule, and plan and deliver digital campaigns. Able to prioritise work across multiple projects to meet deadlines.
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Demonstrable experience in developing, leading and executing high-quality, effective communications and engagement strategies that achieve desired results.
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Excellent writing, editing and communication skills for social media, web, email and PR.
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An understanding of how communications affect and engage audiences.
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An ability to communicate in an inclusive way with diverse audiences.
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Experience in managing and optimising website content, with strong on-page SEO skills.
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Confident using email marketing and social scheduling
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Familiarity with Google tools (Analytics, Adwords, Search Console, etc) and digital monitoring tools.
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Skills in creative content development, such as audio, video and photo editing.
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Interest in wellbeing
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Experience managing external suppliers, freelancers or creative agencies (desirable)
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Experience working in the charity, health or wellbeing sector. (desirable)
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Able to flex hours and work outside normal hours where needed to cover events (time off in lieu will be provided).
This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role, but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties may evolve over time, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks consistent with the level of the role.
How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button, submit your CV, and please answer the three questions we have prepared for you. Please use the Cover Letter space to tell us your motivation for working at Overcoming MS.
Application timeline:
Close date: until 9am Monday 15th June
First round interviews: 18th and 19th June, online via Microsoft Teams
Second round interviews: 23rd June on Teams/in person TBC, and it will include a short task and presentation
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We want Overcoming MS to be a welcoming, inclusive and supportive place to work, where people feel valued and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities, particularly those currently underrepresented in the charity sector.
We know that people sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement listed. If this role feels like a good fit for you, we’d still encourage you to apply.
If you need reasonable adjustments or information in a different format during the recruitment process, please contact us.
We're here for everyone with MS who wants to take control of their health and wellbeing.

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The National Flood Forum (NFF) is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual for the role Head of Flood Support – Hybrid with significant travel in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about working with communities, especially those at risk of flooding. This role is to support our Flood Support Work, encompassing the delivery of a professional Helpline and Community based Flood Recovery activity.
Key Details:
- Location: Home-based / Hybrid with significant travel, overnight stays and occasional weekend work.
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £42,230.00travel expenses covered
- Contract: Permanent
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, a day off for your birthday, auto-enrolment pension scheme, learning and development opportunities.
- Closing Date: 24th June 2026. Early application is encouraged as the position may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
About the National Flood Forum:
The National Flood Forum is a national charity founded by those affected by flooding, working to support and represent individuals and communities at risk. The organization focuses on empowering flood-affected communities to recover and improve flood resilience. The NFF encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of flooding, and from diverse backgrounds.
Role Overview:
This role is a member of the organisation’s management team and has responsibility for the delivery of our flood support work. The postholder will lead the delivery of a professional helpline service and oversee reactive and proactive flood support services to communities and business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Flood Support: Lead and manage high-quality proactive and reactive Flood Support Services for communities and businesses at risk of, and impacted by, flooding, including helpline & recovery services and management of the flood support vehicle. Ensure service quality through performance management, maintaining service consistency, maximising strategic impact, championing best practice, and delivering against objectives.
- Stakeholder relationships: Develop and maintain key partnerships with Risk Management authorities, (RMAs), and other stakeholders. Act as senior engagement lead, providing a clear escalation route and positioning National Flood Forum as a trusted, informed critical friend for flooded communities.
- Research and Evidence: Oversee flood support research, collecting and evaluating evidence to strengthen advocacy. Provide insight to support policy and practice influence.
- Income: Identify, scope, and lead the development of high-quality engagement contracts, working with teams and management to prioritise and secure income.
- Political and Fundraising support: Provide data, case studies, and research to support political engagement and fundraising. Attend relevant meetings.
· People Management: Manage a matrix team, fostering collaboration, motivation, and development. Mentor team members and ensure skills and competence are maintained to achieve high performance
All activities are expected to be carried out in line with policies, procedures and relevant regulations and legislation, respecting the organisation’s values and behaviours. This profile is not an exhaustive list of duties and other activities may need to be carried out requiring similar skill levels.
Experience and Qualifications required:
- Empathetic: Understand the challenges faced by those at risk of flooding and help to work with communities and agencies to provide practical solutions.
- Organized and Flexible: Proven experience working to deadlines and prioritising workloads. Able to self-motivate and work in isolation or as part of a small team.
- Projects: Comprehensive experience of managing projects including able to analyse, diagnose problems through to implementing effective solutions.
- Communication: Able to stay calm and constructive in challenging situations.
- Knowledge – Working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and current practice.
- Staff management: Have previously directly managed staff.
- Qualifications - BTEC or NVQ4 or relevant experience in one or more relevant subjects e.g. environmental science, development, engagement.
- Full driving licence
Be a resident of the UK
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The Hygiene Bank is looking to appoint a Partnership Officer to engage new brands with the work of our charity. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation that is working to end hygiene poverty in the UK.
Every day, millions of people across the UK are forced to make impossible choices between heating their homes, buying food, paying rent, or staying clean.
At The Hygiene Bank, we believe that feeling clean should never be a luxury. Through our nationwide network of volunteers, community partners, and corporate and brand supporters, we provide access to essential hygiene products while campaigning for lasting change.
As we embark on the next 3 years, we're looking for a Partnership Officer to help grow the brands and businesses standing alongside us in the fight against hygiene poverty.
Read more about our work on our website along with our Impact Report and research Hygiene Poverty 2024
This is more than a fundraising role. It's an opportunity to build meaningful partnerships that directly improve lives, influence businesses to become forces for good, and help drive a movement working to end hygiene poverty for good.
About the role
We're looking for a proactive, organised and relationship-focused Partnership Officer to join our growing Brand & Corporate Partnerships team.
Working closely with and supported by the Head of Brand & Corporate Partnerships, you will play a vital role in identifying and securing new brand partnerships, nurturing existing relationships, and helping to deliver ambitious income and impact targets.
Our partners range from emerging challenger brands to nationally recognised businesses like Boots UK. They support our work through financial contributions, product donations, employee fundraising, volunteering, awareness campaigns and skills-based support.
You'll be at the heart of these relationships, helping partners understand the difference they can make and ensuring they have an outstanding experience of supporting The Hygiene Bank.
This role would suit someone with experience in partnerships, business development, fundraising, account management or sales who is excited by the prospect of combining commercial relationship-building with meaningful social impact.
Job Description
The Partnership Officer will be a key member of The Hygiene Bank’s income generation team and wider central team, with a responsibility to help meet the needs of our existing partnerships and support in fulfilling the charity’s income generation plans and strategy.
Key Responsibilities
You will support the management of our brand partners, working with the Head of Brand and Corporate Partnerships. Your role will be to source new brand relationships, set up meetings for the team and support existing brand partnerships.
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Work closely with the Head of Brand and Corporate Partnerships to identify and outreach to target brand partners, working to engage their support for the charity
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Account management of new and existing partners
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Meticulous record keeping, ensuring the pipeline and the opportunity database are current and up to date.
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Contribute to the organisation and team's annual plans, strategies, and budgets.
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Develop, monitor, and maintain systems and processes including Salesforce and account management plans.
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Assist with the creation of marketing materials, such as newsletters, brochures, and partner impact reports.
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Understand and support the vision, mission, and values of The Hygiene Bank.
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Reflect our inclusive culture in your day-to-day work and support a values-led, positive, health & safety and safeguarding culture in your interactions with colleagues and the volunteers.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
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Excellent relationship management and stewardship resulting in demonstrable account growth.
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Effective account management or sales experience with brand and corporate partners across a variety of sectors.
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Experience using creativity and innovation to diversify income from partners, resulting in growth.
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Outstanding communication skills and polished presentation and people skills to champion, and act as an ambassador for The Hygiene Bank in the business world, including preparing and leading presentations.
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Detail-driven, strategic, motivated, with a forward-leaning approach to business.
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Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritise a busy workload.
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Outstanding written communication skills and experience in developing compelling proposals and collateral.
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Experience working with internal stakeholder teams to help ensure partnership deliverables are met.
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Passion for personal and professional development, as well as a proven can-do attitude to get involved in various aspects of fundraising delivery, as needed.
Attributes and behaviours:
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Passionate and demonstrably committed to improving the lives of people experiencing Hygiene Poverty and strong alignment with the charity’s values
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A commitment to quality and attention to detail.
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Ability to work on your own initiative.
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A highly competent and collaborative team worker.
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Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Willingness to learn new skills.
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Ability to work in a growth mindset, changing and flexible organisation.
This job description and person specification represents an outline of the major components of the job and is not intended to be exhaustive.
We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
We believe it is not right that feeling clean should be a luxury or a privilege for anyone in our society


Are you an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for creating meaningful impact?
At NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service), we are dedicated to making a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and adults at risk. We believe every child and young person deserves to have their voice heard, especially when decisions are being made about their future. Our work supports and empowers those navigating care systems, family courts and other challenging circumstances across England and Wales.
Location: Home-based with flexible/ agile working options, with access to NYAS office locations in Birkenhead, Birmingham, and Cardiff. This role also requires occasional travel to NYAS offices and other locations when required.
About The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Fundraising Manager, working 35 hours per week, to join our Growth and Partnerships team. Working closely with the Head of Growth & Partnerships, you will play a key role in delivering and developing NYAS’s fundraising strategy, helping to grow and diversify income across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys both strategic and hands-on work. You will lead and support a team of fundraising professionals, overseeing high-quality funding applications, donor stewardship and income generation activity while ensuring fundraising activity aligns with NYAS’s mission, values and organisational priorities.
You will manage a varied fundraising portfolio, helping to build strong relationships with funders and supporters while identifying opportunities to increase sustainable income. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will help develop compelling cases for support, funding proposals and impact reports that demonstrate the difference NYAS makes to vulnerable children, young people and adults.
The role also involves maintaining oversight of fundraising systems, pipelines and reporting, ensuring activity is compliant, well-managed and aligned to fundraising best practice.
About You
We are looking for a skilled fundraising professional with experience securing income from a range of fundraising streams, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and/or individual giving.
You will have excellent written communication skills and experience producing persuasive funding applications, reports and donor communications. You will also have strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities and experience supporting or supervising others within a fundraising environment.
You will be confident building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and able to use data and insight to inform fundraising activity and demonstrate impact. Experience using CRM systems and fundraising platforms is essential, alongside a good understanding of fundraising regulations and best practice.
You will demonstrate NYAS’s values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment in your approach to work and share our commitment to supporting children, young people and adults at risk.
Benefits
NYAS offers a range of benefits to employees, including:
- Agile working arrangements
- 26 days annual leave increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays
- Blue light discount card
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Learning and development opportunities
- Supportive and values-led culture
- The opportunity to directly contribute to improving the lives of children, young people and adults at risk
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your application via the NYAS website.
Your application should evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria set out in the person specification within the job description in the recruitment pack, which is available via our website vacancy page.
Important Information
- Interviews are expected to take place between 1st–3rd July
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a high volume of applications is received
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required as part of the recruitment process
- References will be taken in line with safeguarding requirements
- NYAS operates robust safeguarding procedures to protect the children, young people and adults at risk we work with.
About NYAS
As an established leading rights-based charity, NYAS (National Youth Advocacy Service) is well positioned to ensure that children, young people and adults across England and Wales are fully respected, represented and supported in expressing their views and having their rights upheld.
We work with care-experienced children, young people and adults who are often reliant on statutory services, suffering the negative impact of cuts in public expenditure. Our combination of social care and legal services places us in a unique position to ensure they receive the services they need and that their voices are heard.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. NYAS welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.
NYAS is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.
Work with us to help change lives.
At NYAS, we listen to what children, young people and vulnerable adults want. We empower them to have their voices heard.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Head of Communications, Campaigns and Awareness will be the driving force behind Neuroendocrine Cancer UK’s voice, visibility and influence. Leading our communications and engagement strategy, this role will shape how we connect with patients, supporters, healthcare professionals and the wider public - building powerful campaigns, growing awareness, and ensuring our message cuts through where it matters most.
At the heart of the organisation, you’ll bring energy, creativity and strategic direction to everything from national awareness activity to day-to-day storytelling. You’ll champion a clear, compelling narrative for NCUK, ensuring all communications are insight-led, mission-driven, and always centred around the experiences of patients and families affected by neuroendocrine cancer.
We’re looking for an ambitious, ideas-driven communications leader who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves making things happen. A natural relationship-builder and confident self-starter, you’ll spot opportunities, inspire collaboration across teams, and turn complex messages into bold, engaging content and campaigns that deliver real impact.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the profile and future voice of a growing charity with big ambitions. One day you might be leading a major awareness campaign or securing media opportunities; the next, creating compelling digital content, supporting fundraising activity, or influencing strategic direction at senior level.
If you’re a creative thinker, a brilliant communicator, and someone who wants their work to genuinely change lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Application deadline: 12 noon on Monday 15th June 2026
Provisional interview date: 30th June and 1st July 2026
To support and inform patients and families from diagnosis, enabling access to the best care and treatment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The Early Education and Childcare Coalition unites the voices of parents, children, providers, early years professionals and the wider business community, working together for investment and reform of early education and childcare in England.
We believe that we all benefit from a well-functioning early education system and we all have a role to play in ensuring it works for children, parents and the economy.
We are backed by some of the most high-profile campaign and research organisations in the UK. Our members span providers, parent groups, trade unions, the business community and NGOs. Together, we use our collective voice and research to build public and political support for change.
This is an exciting time to join the Coalition. We have experienced significant growth in recent years and, with early years firmly on the political agenda, we expect this to continue.
About the role
- Hours: 30 hours per week (this can be worked over 4 or 5 days). We will consider other working patterns with a minimum of 3.5 days per week worked over 4.
- Duration: Two-year contract, renewed subject to funding
- Location: Home-working, can be based anywhere in the country
- Salary: c. £53,820 per annum FTE (£43,056 pro-rata for 4 days)
We are a remote team, with most colleagues based outside London. This role will support the whole organisation and requires occasional in-person meetings such as in-person team planning days which you will be expected to travel to.
We work flexibly and understand the realities of balancing work with caring commitments. We trust you to manage your time, but expect most hours to be worked within core office hours. To support effective remote working, all staff work on Thursdays.
This is a senior, cross-cutting leadership role sitting at the heart of the organisation. You will lead on operations, finance, HR and organisational systems, while working closely with the Executive Director and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Board to ensure the Coalition is sustainable, well-run, and set up for growth and impact.
About You
You are an experienced operations leader with a strong track record of building and running effective organisational systems, ideally within a charity, social impact or policy environment.
You are equally comfortable developing strategy and rolling up your sleeves to deliver. You bring strong financial and organisational management skills, and are motivated by enabling high-impact teams to thrive.
You have experience working at senior leadership level and are confident operating across a small, fast-paced organisation where priorities can shift quickly. You are a systems thinker who can spot gaps, create structure, and improve how things work.
What You Can Expect to Be Doing
Function leadership
- Work as part of the Senior Leadership Team
- Contribute to organisational strategy, planning and growth
- Support organisational decision-making, balancing operational, financial and strategic priorities
Develop operations and organisational systems
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the organisation, ensuring efficient and effective operations
- Develop and implement systems, processes and policies to support a scaling organisation
- Take ownership of organisational infrastructure (e.g. CRM, internal systems, workflows)
- Improve internal coordination, planning and ways of working across functions
Financial management and sustainability
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including reporting, invoicing and payments
- Support organisational financial planning, forecasting and scenario modelling
- Work with external accountants/bookkeepers and ensure strong financial controls
- Support the Executive Director and Board on financial governance and decision-making
People management
- Ensure the organisation has robust HR systems in place, ensuring they reflect changes in legislation, support staff wellbeing and development and foster an inclusive and positive culture
- Lead recruitment, onboarding and staff contracts
- Support performance management, team development and organisational culture
Programme and contract management
- Oversee operational delivery of programmes and projects
- Manage funder agreements and contracts, ensuring compliance and reporting
- Support programme leads with planning, delivery tracking and coordination
- Strengthen systems for delivery and accountability
Governance and organisational support
- Support effective governance, including Board coordination and reporting
- Ensure strong administration of meetings, papers and decision-making processes
- Strengthen alignment between governance, strategy and operations
Cross-organisational leadership
- Act as a central coordination point across policy, campaigns, research and communications
- Support other heads of function to deliver effectively through strong operational systems
- Identify and address organisational capacity gaps, particularly in admin, finance and infrastructure
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience of working at senior leadership level
- Strong experience in operations and financial management
- Experience establishing or improving systems and organisational infrastructure
- Experience of HR processes and people management
- Experience supporting governance and working with senior stakeholders
- Ability to operate effectively in a small, fast-paced and growing organisation
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in a charity, coalition, membership or policy organisation
- Experience supporting organisational growth or scaling
- Experience managing CRMs or digital systems
- While not essential, we would welcome applications from candidate who have either a HR or a financial qualification i.e. CIPD qualified or AAT qualification or similar level of experience and knowledg
The application process
Please apply with a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages) by the listed closing date. No agencies please. We recognise that the use of AI technologies can be useful in reducing the work that goes into job-hunting, however, we kindly request that you use your cover letter to evidence that you have understood the requirements of the role and provide examples of how you can meet the criteria.
The EECC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We use anonymous recruiting during the application process and we use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidate in order to diversify our staff team.
We regret that our small team does not have capacity to respond to unsuccessful applicants individually.
Timeline
- Closing date: 23:30, Thursday 11th June
- Notified for interview by: Tuesday 16th June
- Interviews: We expect this to be a two-stage interview process with first interviews held on either 24th or 25th June and second stage interviews arranged an agreed time.
Working together for an early education and childcare sector that delivers for our children, for parents, and for the economy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (ISAC), a learned society, is a charity and company limited by guarantee and registered in the UK. ISAC is a federation of Member Societies and delivers education via a number of different modalities including an in-person congress, peer reviewed journals and an online academy. Further information may be found at https://www.isac.world
Over recent months, ISAC carried out a strategy review and is now progressing priority strategic objectives. As a result, an opportunity has arisen for a Communications Officer to advance a number of priorities under a general “communication” heading.
The Communications Officer will initially be employed part time (0.6 FTE) on a temporary basis (12 months). They will be line managed by the ISAC CEO and must be able to work within a pre-existing team. Principle duties and responsibilities will be to assist the Trustees and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in the areas of Member Society and Industry engagement. Additional duties will include helping to develop SOPs to operationalise ISAC’s Communication Strategy, populate ISAC’s social media accounts, contribute to the redesign of ISAC’s website and provide cover for the CEO and Executive Officer, as required.
Salary: Will depend on qualifications and experience.
Application for the role should be made by sending a cover letter and CV to by 30 June 2026.
Outline Job Description
The ISAC Communications Officer will project manage the following areas of activity under the supervision of the CEO and in liaison with the Executive Officer.
1.1 Member Societies
The Communications Officer will:
1.1.1 Work with ISAC’s Member Society Engagement Group which is a sub group of the society’s Executive Committee, to realise their strategic objectives.
1.1.2 Make contact with each of the Society’s Member Societies (currently 107).
1.1.3 Undertake research if contact details are out of date to make the initial contact.
1.1.4 Open a dialogue with the Member Societies.
1.1.5 Request updated contact details and society information as required.
1.1.6 Produce a paper summarising the different areas of activity undertaken by ISAC’s Member Societies.
1.1.7 At the request of the CEO, send the Member Societies regular newsletters and updates about the Society and the benefits of membership.
1.1.8 Create a template for the member societies to complete as details change.
1.1.9 Diarise AGMs or key annual / biennial meetings for when member society key personnel may change and proactively request updated information as these take place.
1.1.10 Undertake a membership survey, if required.
1.1.11 Engage with membership through online media (social media, websites, online journal).
1.1.12 Take overall responsibility for Member Societies under the guidance and supervision of the CEO.
1.2 Liaison with Commercial Companies
The Communications Officer will:
1.2.1 Work with ISAC’s Industry Liaison Group which is a sub group of the society’s Executive Committee, to realise their strategic objectives.
1.2.2 Update the details in ISAC’s industry database.
1.2.3 Identify commercial companies (pharmaceutical / diagnostic) to add to ISAC’s industry database.
1.2.4 Aid ISAC’s Industry Liaison Group to complete an industry review and produce a strategy document to identify opportunities to increase commercial support for both the Society itself (if required) and for the biennial International Conference of Chemotherapy and Infection (ICC).
1.2.5 Identify key prospects.
1.2.6 Develop tailored approaches to these companies.
1.2.7 Make these approaches.
1.2.8 Facilitate discussions and negotiations as they develop.
1.2.9 Maintain the relationship and engagement with corporate partners and other supporters.
1.2.10 Fulfil contracts and ensure appropriate representation at the ICC and other meetings.
1.2.11 Ensure corporate partner programme and sponsorship and exhibition offerings at the ICC and other meetings are complementary.
1.3 Communication
The Communications Officer will:
1.3.1 Establish an internal communication / reporting structure and plan with the CEO during the handover phase.
1.3.2 Produce an external communications plan for the Society to include all aspects of communication if required to include a strategy (24 month cycle) for the newsletter.
1.3.3 Produce and maintain a database of E-mail addresses and ensure compliance with data protection requirements.
1.3.4 Design, construct and disseminate a regular newsletter under the guidance of the CEO.
1.3.5 Take overall responsibility for communication under the guidance and supervision of the CEO.
1.4 Website
The Communications Officer will:
1.4.1 Provide recommendations on redesign and usability of ISAC’s current website.
1.4.2 Be responsible for updating the design and content under the guidance and supervision of the CEO / Executive Officer.
1.4.3 Work with the CEO / Executive Officer to establish requirements and access.
1.4.4 Act as the Society’s webmaster to update content as requested.
1.4.5 Proactively update the content on Member Societies, Scientific and Educational Meetings and Archives.
Prerequisites and qualifications:
- Education to degree level.
- Previous experience in a communications role is essential.
- Previous experience working in international organisations is an advantage.
- Previous experience working with a professional society or with pharmaceutical / diagnostic companies is an advantage.
- Must have excellent communications skills (communicating in English in a professional, business style).
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people from different nationalities, disciplines and backgrounds.
- Ability to grasp new tasks and adapt to new challenges quickly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams), content management systems, social media.
- Team player, but also able to work autonomously.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Must be able to work from home or a pre-existing office as ISAC does not have office premises.
- Ability to travel to meetings (including to CEO’s base in Aberdeen UK).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About This Job
This job is to work with the cadet media and communications team in creating and delivering digital marketing strategy to increase awareness of the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) mainly through digital platforms including our website and social platforms with the target of increased traffic, awareness, and recruitment. It is an exciting new role with lots of opportunity for personal and professional growth in a hard-working team.
Essential Skills
· A recognised qualification or proven success in digital marketing
· Hands on marketing / communications experience
· Minimum of 1 year experience in marketing
· Knowledge of digital marketing and communications practices
· Content creation abilities
· Use of social media to achieve marketing and communications objectives
· Awareness of graphic design principles and familiarity with Illustrator, Photoshop, or other imaging / graphic design software
Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.
Our charity
The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.
We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.
We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.
Who we are
You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining CCFA you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.
The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.
What we can offer you
In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:
· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).
· The ability to work both from home and from our Aldershot office.
· Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.
· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).
· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).
· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):
o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.
o An additional five days of volunteering leave.
· Support for qualifications and personal development.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Season ticket loan.
· Railcard (if you are eligible)
· A caring and supportive team environment.
How to apply
Please send a CV and Cover letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description by 2359hrs by Sunday 14th June 2026.
Interviews will be held in person during the week commencing Monday 29th June 2026.
While AI tools can be beneficial, we value the personal touch and authenticity in job applications. We encourage you to highlight your unique experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, ensuring all information is accurate. Please use AI tools responsibly and with integrity throughout the application and selection process.
Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check, Right to Work check and a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check (one of the requirements being that applicants must have been resident in the UK for 3 years). In addition, we will follow up references.
Please be advised that this position may close earlier than the stated deadline if a sufficient number of high-quality applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend submitting it as soon as possible. Candidates will be notified of the next stage in the recruitment process if they are shortlisted.
Army Cadet Charitable Trust (ACCT) UK aims to give all young people the opportunity to develop and achieve through Army Cadets activities.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The overall purpose of the role is to lead and coordinate meaningful participation and engagement opportunities for children, young people and adults to shape services, influence decision-making and ensure the voices of lived experience are central to organisational development. The postholder will support in designing, delivering and evaluating initiatives that build trust, inclusion and empowerment.
Main Responsibilities
- To co-ordinate and provide safe spaces for children, young people and adults to participate in user- led activities and projects.
- To be a key link between children, young people and adults within our participation service and staff, making sure their voices and experiences are heard.
- To recruit and engage children, young people, and adults, to enable them to feel comfortable to join our Participation service.
- To support the Head of Voice, Participation & Engagement to develop opportunities for children, young people, and adults to be actively involved throughout the organisation.
- Lead and facilitate small scale participation projects.
- To maintain records of all interactions with stakeholders, using Salesforce.
- To be able to work flexibly, including regular evening and occasional weekend work in response to participants availability.
- Support the Head of Voice, Participation & Engagement in planning and facilitating forums.
- Work with people with lived experience of bereavement to create meaningful content and service recommendations.
- Work across the organisation sharing, promoting and training in best practice in participation.
- To assist in planning, organising and delivering participation events (virtually and in-person).
- Ensure that a range of voices are heard, with particular focus on EDI.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of members of the participation service through adherence to the organisation’s safeguarding policy and practice.
- Maintain accurate records throughout all services, complying with the organisation’s recording and reporting requirements.
Communication and Relationships
- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with children, young people, families, adults, and stakeholders to create safe and inclusive spaces for participation.
- Facilitate group and one-to-one engagement sessions using creative and accessible methods to ensure diverse voices are heard and valued.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including service delivery, communication, marketing and fundraising to embed participation principles across all areas of work.
- Represent the organsiation externally at meetings, events and networks, sharing insight from lived experience to inform sector-wide learning.
- Translate feedback and participation outputs into clear reports, presentations or creative formats that inform decision-making.
- Demonstrate empathy, confidentiality and active listening when engaging with individuals or groups who may have experience loss and trauma.
- Establish excellent internal working relationships with peers and colleagues.
- Model the values and culture of the organisation in interactions and relationships at work.
- Adapt communication style and approach to suit the needs, preferences, and emotional states of children, young people and adults, including those with neurodiverse profiles or communication difficulties.
- Provide clear, compassionate explanations of support options, safeguarding procedures, and next steps to children, young people, adults and families.
- Maintain professional boundaries while fostering a safe and supportive environment for children, young people and adults.
- Respond to challenging or emotionally charged situations with sensitivity, professionalism, and a focus on empathy and support.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of communications and decisions in line with organisational policies and data protection regulations.
Knowledge, training and experience
- Proven experience in youth participation, community engagement, co-production, or related areas, ideally within charity, education or health and social care sector.
- Understanding of participation frameworks, rights-based approached and trauma-informed practice.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of grief, loss, trauma, child development, and the psychological and social impact of bereavement on children, young people, families and adults.
- Experience in facilitating groups, workshops, and creative engagement activities both in-person and online.
- Ability to translate engagement insight into practical feedback and recommendations
- Adhere to legislation and statutory guidance related to Safeguarding Children and Young People, Safeguarding Adults, and the Mental Capacity Act.
- Participate actively in clinical supervision and reflective practice to ensure safe, ethical, and effective service delivery.
- Contribute to the development and sharing of knowledge within the team by supporting training, mentoring, and peer learning opportunities.
Analytical and judgment skills
- Ability to gather qualitative and quantitative feedback and identify key themes, trends, and areas for improvement.
- Exercise sound judgement in managing sensitive information, ethical boundaries and participant confidentiality.
- Assess engagement risks and implement appropriate boundaries and referrals in line with safeguarding policies.
- Critically evaluate participation initiatives and contribute to evidence-based practice through reflection, evaluation tools and reporting.
- Balance organisation priorities with participant needs, ensuring representation remains authentic rather than tokenistic.
- Ensure accurate, timely, and meaningful data recording and reporting to inform practice, service evaluation, and organisational performance monitoring.
Planning and organisational skills
- Plan, coordinate and deliver participation activities, forums and events with clear objectives, timelines and outcomes.
- Support the development of annual participation calendars or frameworks as needed.
- Manage competing priorities across multiple projects, ensuring timely communication with internal teams and external partners.
- Maintain accurate records, consent forms and participation data using appropriate digital systems.
- Support logistical arrangements including venue booking, accessibility adjustments, transport and safeguarding measures.
- Contribute to strategic planning by identifying emerging themes, opportunities for partnerships and areas for innovation.
- Provide cover and support for participation and engagement team members during periods of absence or high demand.
- Demonstrate self-awareness and reflective capacity, using supervision and peer support to sustain personal wellbeing and professional effectiveness.
- Contribute to the development of efficient, evidence-based practices by supporting team planning, service evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Person Specification
Essential
- Minimum 3 years’ experience of working with children and young people or adults in health, social care, youth, community or education setting
- Experience of advocating for the interests of children, young people or vulnerable adults or individuals from ethnically diverse communities
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience of tailoring these to a wide range of audience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with children, families, and professionals while maintaining professional boundaries at all times
- Experience of facilitating participation groups both in person and online
- Knowledge of different facilitation approaches and methods
- Demonstratable experience of safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and an ability to practice in a way that promotes this
- Experience of building trusting relationships with children, young people, and adults creating safe space
- Passion for the power of Voice and Lived Experience
- Understanding of the challenges that participation work can present, and experience of how to overcome this
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external organisations
- Emotional maturity, stability and resilience with a strong commitment to self-care and the ability to seek support and guidance when difficulties arise in the course of work
- Strong IT skills, including confidence in using multiple IT systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in bereavement sector
Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable) with increase for long service.
- TOIL for our hours work.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Life assurance.
- Training loans.
- Enhanced family friendly policies.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 16th June 2026 at midnight
Winston’s Wish reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Please refer to our recruitment pack for further details on the interview process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Pepper Foundation is a local charity funding children’s hospice care at home, specialised play and family days for children living with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
The Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser will be joining Pepper at an exciting time as we launch our new three-year fundraising strategy. Backed by committed investment and with full Board approval, we are delighted to be growing the charity to deliver sustainable income that directly supports local children and families with hospice care in the comfort of their own homes.
Working closely with the Head of Trusts & Foundations, you will play a pivotal role in increasing income from trusts and foundations by developing and managing a strong pipeline of funders, securing new grants, and building long-term relationships that lead to increased and multi-year support. You will research and prepare compelling applications to both new and existing funders, alongside producing timely, engaging reports that clearly demonstrate impact.
This role requires a highly organised and motivated individual with a passion for writing, strong attention to detail, and the ability to deliver exceptional cultivation, stewardship and relationship management of trusts and foundations aligned with our mission.
Your work will directly support hospice at home care, specialist play services, and meaningful family days out for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions – making a tangible difference to families during the most difficult of times.
Hours: 22.5 hours per week working from home – applicants must live within Hertfordshire or Buckinghamshire (or surrounding counties)
Salary: £19,800 per annum for 22.5 hours per week (£33,000 FTE per annum)
Key requirements:
- Work with the Head of Trusts & Foundations to agreed income targets and growth.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of small and medium trusts and foundations (giving up to £10,000).
- Produce high-quality, tailored applications to prospective funders aligned with agreed criteria.
- Prepare meaningful update reports, demonstrating the impact of a funder’s support, whilst ensuring all reporting requirements and deadlines are met.
- Deliver excellent relationship management and stewardship through regular reporting and tailored communications.
- Conduct prospect research to identify and prioritise new trust funding opportunities aligned with The Pepper Foundation’s work.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all communications on the Donorfy CRM database whilst keeping abreast of GDPR.
- Stay up to date with current trends in trust fundraising.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice, and internal Safeguarding Policies.
- Represent The Pepper Foundation at events as required.
How to apply: For further details about the role, please download our recruitment pack. Please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you would make a great candidate for this role and how you meet the job description.
Closing date: 1st June 2026 at 5pm
Interview dates: First-round interviews on 10th and 11th June and second-round interviews on 15th June 2026.
Interviews will take place at our office in Berkhamsted. Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments for the interview.
If appointed, an enhanced DBS check will be required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Job Purpose
Reporting into the Chief Operating Officer, the post holder will be responsible for leading on quality assurance and compliance across the organisation, including managing and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standard and GDPR, allowing Ygam to achieve its strategic objectives effectively and efficiently. The role will also have responsibility for certification of programmes with CPD.
Key Tasks
• Lead and encourage a culture of continual improvement across the organisation.
• Plan, organise and complete internal audits to ensure compliance with ISO standard and identify business risks.
• Review and evaluate operational procedures to ensure continuous improvement and maintain ISO9001 certification.
• Manage the internal non-conformance process (DV8) identifying root cause, trends and corrective actions.
• Liaise with external auditors to facilitate the annual ISO audit.
• Take responsibility for Ygam’s GDPR compliance supported by the In-house Lawyer and Head of Information Systems.
• Manage policies, due diligence and consent processes, ensuring that these are adhered to across the organisation.
• Oversee Ygam’s Quality Management System (Help Hub) and ensure this is kept up to date across the organisation.
• Lead the submission for CPD certification of programmes as required.
• Prepare reports for the Senior Leadership Team and Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and attend meetings where required, including internal audit updates, results of quality audits, etc.
• Support the management of operational risk, including maintaining Ygam’s RAID Register and ensuring that this is kept up to date across the organisation.
• Line manage Ygam’s In-House Lawyer who works for the organisation 1 day per week, primarily on contracts and GDPR compliance.
· Any other ad-hoc tasks for QA and compliance, and back-office support as required
Person Specification
Essential criteria:
· Significant experience of quality management, compliance and process improvement, including ISO 9001 certification.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret and implement ISO standards.
· Experience of providing an internal audit service.
· Experience of producing reports suitable for SLT and board committee level consideration.
· Excellent knowledge of GDPR compliance, including consents processes.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with and influence colleagues at all levels across the organisation.
· Strong IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
· Experience of driving projects to achieve agreed outcomes.
· Strong administration, time management and prioritising skills.
· Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
· Demonstrable diplomacy and ability to work in confidence
· Self-starter with ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
· Willingness to travel regionally and nationally occasionally as required.
· Right to live and work in the UK.
Desirable criteria:
· Experience of working in the not for profit/charitable sector.
· Experience of working in a remote or hybrid environment with a geographically dispersed workforce.
The National Youth Agency is looking for a Youth Voice and Influence Officer
Youth Voice and Influence Officer
Contract: Fixed term until 30th April 2027
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week
Salary: £36,050 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Location: Home-based in England with occasional travel for meetings, workshops, and team activities. Head Office is in Leicester.
What we do
As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
About the Role
We are looking for a Youth Voice and Influence Officer to support the delivery of high-quality, inclusive Youth Voice & Influence (YV&I) initiatives across the NYA, ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved in shaping programmes, influencing decisions, and leading their own advocacy. The YV&I Officer will engage directly with young people and stakeholders, lead on smaller projects and/or individual programme work strands, support internal teams, and contribute to achieving the NYA’s mission of empowering young voices.
This vacancy will have a primary focus on delivering the UK Youth Parliament programme and flexibility to respond to organisational need.
Key Responsibilities
As a Youth Voice and Influence Officer, you will:
1. Deliver Against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Work with your line manager to define clear KPIs that align with NYA's strategic goals.
- Consistently deliver activities to a high standard within agreed timelines.
- Monitor and report on progress against KPIs, identifying challenges and proposing solutions.
- Support the evaluation of youth engagement programmes to promote continuous improvement.
2. Youth Voice Engagement and Delivery
- Lead and support the delivery of Youth Voice & Influence activities and events.
- Actively engage young people in shaping programmes, campaigns, and decisions.
- Facilitate inclusive, youth-led events, workshops, and forums.
- Ensure accessibility and inclusivity, especially for marginalised or underrepresented groups.
3. Flexibility and Support Across NYA Teams
- Provide flexible support across NYA teams to embed youth voice across organisational activities.
- Collaborate with colleagues to integrate youth input into wider initiatives.
- Share youth engagement expertise with other departments.
- Offer capacity where needed to maintain a consistent youth voice focus.
4. Building Relationships with Young People and Stakeholders
- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with young people and partner organisations.
- Provide support, guidance, and opportunities for young people to participate confidently.
- Foster inclusive and respectful environments for youth engagement.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders to increase youth influence on decisions.
5. Collaboration and Teamwork
- Work alongside other YV&I practitioners and teams to ensure consistency in YV&I work.
- Share best practices and contribute to a collaborative learning culture.
- Provide feedback from young people to shape new initiatives, campaigns, or policies.
- Engage in team meetings and professional development activities.
6. Monitoring, Reporting, and Feedback
- Maintain accurate records of YV&I activities, feedback, and outcomes.
- Assist with collecting and analysing data to evaluate programme impact.
- Contribute to internal and external reporting, presentations, and updates.
7. Supporting NYA’s Strategic Goals
- Align all YV&I work with NYA’s strategic vision of youth empowerment.
- Stay informed of youth sector trends and policy developments.
Why Work for NYA?
- NYA operates as a people-focused organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
- NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
- A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
- NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
- We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.
Closing date: 23:59 Friday 14th June 2026
Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early)
Interviews: Week commencing 6th July (subject to change)
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer.
At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission.
We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.
Please note: We use AI detector software, so applications or CV’s with high levels of AI generated content may be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance.
No agencies please.
Join us at a pivotal moment for the education sector.
ISBL has launched an exciting new initiative – the Centre for Education Operational Excellence – to strengthen how schools and trusts operate and deliver impact. We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and relationship-focused Events and Partnerships Coordinator to support the delivery and growth of our national conference, regional events, and online programmes.
About ISBL
ISBL is the professional body for school business leaders, supporting the sector through membership, professional development, research, and events. With a strong national reach, we play a key role in improving operational practice across education.
The Centre for Education Operational Excellence
The Centre builds on our expertise, bringing together practical solutions, research, and collaboration to support operational excellence across schools and trusts.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and relationship-focused Events and Partnerships Coordinator to support the delivery and growth of ISBL’s national conference, specialist regional events, and online event programmes.
This is a varied and fast-paced role combining event delivery, stakeholder engagement, and partnership coordination. You will play a key role in ensuring our events run seamlessly while also supporting the development of meaningful partnerships that enhance the experience for our members and stakeholders.
You will be at the heart of our events programme, supporting everything from logistics and speaker coordination to exhibitor management and sponsor delivery, helping us create impactful, high-quality professional development experiences for school business leaders.
To be successful in the role, you will be an experienced coordinator with excellent customer service and telephone manner; you must have strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, as well as the ability to think outside the box and demonstrate creative flair and work well as part of a team.
Full role details are available in the attached job description.
Please submit:
• Your CV
• A covering letter (max two pages) addressed to Annu Panchal, Head of Events, ISBL, outlining your motivation and suitability and addressing your experience and how you believe this matches the job requirements
You will be informed whether you have been shortlisted by 12:00 noon on Friday 12 June 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 19 June 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteering Assistant
Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.
We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We’re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer.
Job Summary for Volunteering Assistant
The Volunteering Assistant supports the Head of Volunteering in delivering the organisation’s strategy by strengthening volunteer management, engagement, and development. Working across departments, the role ensures smooth day-to-day volunteering operations, supports both volunteers and role managers, and contributes to projects that enhance the overall volunteer experience.
Key responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the volunteering function, including managing the volunteering inbox and maintaining accurate data
- Support volunteer recruitment, onboarding, and engagement activities across programmes
- Assist role managers and volunteers, ensuring compliance with organisational standards and processes
- Coordinate volunteer events, communications, and recognition initiatives
- Maintain systems and resources (e.g., intranet/SharePoint) to ensure up-to-date information
- Monitor engagement metrics and contribute to improvements in volunteer experience
- Contribute to wider projects, guidance, and best practice across volunteering
For more information on responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description attached.
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory, basic or enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS - UK), (PVG – Scotland) or Access (NI) dependent upon the role. There is no cost to you and will be processed on your behalf.
We’re the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer.
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Role Purpose
Special events play a vital role in engaging our supporters, inspiring their support, and raising vital income for Child Bereavement UK.
The Special Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing high-quality Special Events. You will work with colleagues from across the charity to develop programmes that will engage our audiences and communicate the impact we deliver as a charity.
The role will work closely with the Philanthropy team delivering high profile events that engage an inspire high net worth individuals across the country.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership
- To lead and inspire the Special Events Team fostering a collaborative and high culture that delivers against income and objectives
- Provide clear and supportive leadership that motivates staff to achieve, develop and grow in their roles
- Undertake quarterly reviews for all direct reports
Special Events
- Support the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events to deliver the Special Events strategy
- Plan and lead on all Special Events ensuing all return a good ROI
- Lead on relationships with external suppliers including venues, caterers, AV suppliers, photographers etc
- Work with the Head of Philanthropy & Special Events to manage relationships with senior volunteers and supporters
- Developing comprehensive proposals and plans for every event detailing objectives, formats, timelines, risks, marketing/communications plans and evaluation plans
- Working closely with the Philanthropy team to create and liaise with special event committees
- Ensure the smooth running of the events in line with health and safety guidelines
- Prepare detailed event briefings, and evaluate the success and impact of the events
- Manage and monitor expenditure for the events, as agreed with the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events ensuring value for money and adherence to budget
- Oversee recruitment and support for all Event committees
- Ensuring all associated activities are compliant with charity law, regulatory requirements and best practice, including the Data Protection Act and GDPR
- Work with Marketing to promote events across all channels
All Staff
- Contribute to the vision and mission of Child Bereavement UK; whilst embedding the values into your daily work activities.
- Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in accordance with Child Bereavement UK policy.
- Contribute to the overall success of the charity’s fundraising needs by providing case studies, attending events and adding value to the experience of our supporters as required.
- Contribute to the brand and reach of the charity by working alongside our Marketing & Communications Team when relevant press opportunities arise or when required for social media and online content (including the use of photography).
- Work to objectives, targets and work plans agreed with your line manager.
- Undertake specific projects and other ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager, fulfilling any deadlines, reviews and reporting procedures required.
- Take an active part in the Quarterly review process and participate in training agreed with your line manager.
- Recognise and champion the lived experience of children and young people with bereavement within your work.
- Ensure the health and safety of all colleagues, volunteers and visitors in accordance with Child Bereavement UK policy.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience of running a wide range of high-quality events from conception to completion
- Leadership experience
- Strong event planning skills
- Demonstrable experience of delivering events within strict budgets and timescales
- Management of senior volunteers and stakeholders
- A thorough understanding of every stage of the events planning and delivery process
- Demonstrable problem solving ability and skills
- Budget management
- Able to work in fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Ability to build constructive and collaborative relationships with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Knowledge of relevant charity law and codes of practice including data protection and GDPR
Desirable
- Experience in charity events
- Experience of using fundraising database(s), particularly Sales Force or another fundraising or CRM database
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 2nd June 2026 at midnight
First Stage Screening Interviews
You may be asked to attend a 10-minute Screening Interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the vacancy, to assess your suitability for the role. During the interview, you will be asked two skills-based questions.
Second Stage Interviews
If you are progressed to a second stage interview, you will be invited to attend a 1-hour formal interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the role. It is our policy to share the role-specific interview questions with applicants ahead of the interview, to aid their preparation. You may also be asked to complete an interview task, which will also be shared with you in advance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.



