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Interim Senior Admin Officer (Part-time, Temporary) £15–£18 per hour | 20 hours per week | Remote or Newcastle upon Tyne
Are you an experienced senior administrator or operations professional who wants to use your skills to support a meaningful cause?
My client is a Black-led charity with a long track record of supporting Black and racialised women and children affected by domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls. They are entering a busy period of growth and transition and are now seeking an Interim Senior Admin Officer to step in quickly, stabilise systems and support the organisation through change.
The role As Interim Senior Admin Officer, you will play a central role in ensuring the organisation runs smoothly, safely and compliantly. You will take stock of existing systems, put clear processes in place and provide practical support to staff and trustees during a period of onboarding and recruitment.
You will also work closely with the Admin Officer and Receptionist, offering day-to-day guidance, support and coaching to help them deliver to a high standard.
Key responsibilities include
As a Black-led organisation, my client strongly encourages applications from Black women and women from racially minoritised backgrounds, who are under-represented in senior operational roles.
Why apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a trusted interim role within a values-driven organisation doing vital, life-changing work. You will have the space to make meaningful improvements, support people to succeed and help shape a stronger future for the organisation.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Are you an experienced senior administrator or operations professional who wants to use your skills to support a meaningful cause?
My client is a Black-led charity with a long track record of supporting Black and racialised women and children affected by domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls. They are entering a busy period of growth and transition and are now seeking an Interim Senior Admin Officer to step in quickly, stabilise systems and support the organisation through change.
The role As Interim Senior Admin Officer, you will play a central role in ensuring the organisation runs smoothly, safely and compliantly. You will take stock of existing systems, put clear processes in place and provide practical support to staff and trustees during a period of onboarding and recruitment.
You will also work closely with the Admin Officer and Receptionist, offering day-to-day guidance, support and coaching to help them deliver to a high standard.
Key responsibilities include
- Reviewing and improving operational systems across administration, record-keeping, filing, archiving and IT
- Leading supplier and contract management, including reviewing value for money and setting up clear contract processes
- Supporting recruitment activity and onboarding of new staff and trustees, including inductions, equipment and access
- Developing, reviewing and updating organisational and HR policies in line with UK employment law and best practice
- Advising on employment matters such as contracts, grievance and disciplinary procedures and staff entitlements
- Ensuring strong governance and compliance, including Charity Commission and Companies House requirements
- Overseeing GDPR compliance, health and safety and statutory obligations
- Supporting facilities management, including getting the reception area fully operational
- Providing hands-on support and coaching to the admin team
- Producing a clear written recommendations report by the three-month point to support continuity
- Strong experience in senior administration, operations or office management, ideally within the charity or third sector
- Experience or knowledge of organisational and HR policies
- Knowledge of UK employment rights and employment law
- Hands-on understanding of charity governance and regulatory compliance
- Working knowledge of GDPR and health and safety
- Experience managing suppliers and contracts
- Confidence supporting recruitment, onboarding and HR processes
- A supportive, coaching-style approach to working with others
- The ability to prioritise, work at pace and get things done
- Strong cultural competence and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Role: Interim Senior Admin Officer
- Organisation type: Black-led charity supporting Black and racialised women and children affected by domestic abuse and VAWG
- Rate: £15–£18 per hour, depending on experience
- Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (NE4), with on-site or remote working
- Contract type: Temporary
- Duration: 6 months
As a Black-led organisation, my client strongly encourages applications from Black women and women from racially minoritised backgrounds, who are under-represented in senior operational roles.
Why apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a trusted interim role within a values-driven organisation doing vital, life-changing work. You will have the space to make meaningful improvements, support people to succeed and help shape a stronger future for the organisation.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Posted on: 19 May 2026
Closing date: 18 June 2026 at 23:59
Job ref: J82598
Tags: Administration
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BN3, Brighton and Hove (On-site)
BN3, Hove
Brighton and Hove
£33,075 per annum pro rata
Full-time or part-time
Contract ( 12 months fixed-term contract )
Job description
30-37 hours per week / 12 months fixed-term contract / £33,075 per annum, pro rata / based on site at our Hove office, with some travel across Sussex and Surrey. Hybrid - three days from our office/on site and up to two days working from home, working Monday to Thursday 0900-1700, Friday 0900-1630
YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice.
We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen.
We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support.
Our Values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections – guide us in all our actions.
We are looking for a Project Coordinator to provide high quality administrative and coordination support to the People and Programmes function, with a focus on supporting the delivery of priority projects and improvement activity.
The postholder will play a key role in ensuring that projects and strategic initiatives are well-coordinated, effectively documented, and delivered on time. This includes maintaining accurate records, tracking progress against plans, supporting governance processes, and enabling clear communication across teams.
The role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels to ensure actions are followed through and outcomes are achieved. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation, ensuring leaders can focus on making a bigger impact on the lives of children and young people.
In delivering the role, you will:
- Maintain project documentation (plans, logs, risk registers) and track progress against milestones
- Organise and support meetings, including agendas, notes and action follow-ups
- Produce reports, dashboards and updates for leadership, committees and trustees
- Manage and maintain data, KPIs, databases and digital platforms (e.g. SharePoint)
- Support communications through reports, presentations and intranet content
- Coordinate policy tracking and approval processes
- Support delivery of key Forums (EDI, Safeguarding) and wider team priorities
- Provide general administrative support, including occasional reception cover
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
We are looking for a highly organised individual with experience in project support, PMO, or administrative roles. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, maintaining accurate project documentation, and using reporting tools to track and communicate progress. With excellent written and verbal communication skills, you will be comfortable collaborating with stakeholders and working with data to produce clear, insightful reports.
You bring a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, alongside strong planning and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and a range of digital tools is essential. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance competing priorities and consistently deliver high-quality results to tight deadlines.
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 23 June 2026 at midnight. Intial first stage remote interviews proposed for 25 Thursday - 26 Friday June and second stage in-person interviews proposed for Tuesday 30 June.
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.
An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.
YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.
Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Organisation
YMCA DownsLink Group
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Registered Charity
101 - 500
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be.
Posted on: 05 June 2026
Closing date: 23 June 2026 at 23:30
Tags: Communications, Human Resources, Housing, Homelessness
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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