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Are you passionate about building global communities and creating meaningful connections?

Join the University of Strathclyde as an Alumni Relations Officer and play a key role in engaging a worldwide network of over 230,000 graduates.

Strathclyde’s alumni community spans the globe - from the UK and Europe to North America, Asia and the Middle East. As part of our Alumni & Development team, you’ll help bring this network to life through events, volunteering opportunities and inspiring communications that celebrate alumni success and strengthen lifelong connections with the University.

What you’ll do
You will build and nurture relationships with alumni volunteers and ambassadors across key international regions, supporting the growth of local networks and working closely with volunteers to develop meaningful activity in their areas.

Alongside this, you will plan and deliver a varied programme of events in Scotland and internationally, helping bring the alumni community together. You’ll also create engaging content - across social media, newsletters and case studies - to showcase alumni impact and achievements, while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across the University to strengthen and enhance alumni engagement initiatives.

What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone with experience in relationship management, stakeholder engagement or volunteer coordination, who brings strong communication skills and the ability to connect with diverse, global audiences.

You’ll be confident leading conversations with senior stakeholders and comfortable representing the University in a variety of settings. A proactive, self-starting approach is essential, with the ability to turn ideas into action, alongside a genuine interest in international engagement and community-building.

Why join us?
You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, working at the heart of a globally connected university. This is an opportunity to shape how we engage with our alumni community worldwide -strengthening partnerships, celebrating achievements and making a lasting impact.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 9 June 2026.

Be part of a life-saving mission.

We’re looking for a compassionate and strategic individual to join our Rail Team as the Regional Development Lead (RDL) for the East Midlands & Anglia routes. This is a pivotal role, responsible for building strong, collaborative relationships across the rail industry and leading on local delivery of Samaritans’ suicide prevention activities within the region.​

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As RDL, you will work closely with industry partners such as Network Rail, train operating companies (TOCs), and the British Transport Police, to drive forward meaningful change and support those impacted by suicide. From developing Joint Suicide Prevention Plans (JSPPs) to representing Samaritans at regional meetings and organising post-incident support, your work will help save lives and support communities.

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Contract:​

• Fixed Term - 12 months maternity cover (until June 2027)
• £32,850 per annum plus benefits 
• Full time (35 hours per week)
• We are passionate about flexible working, please talk to us about your preferences
• Hybrid working: A blend of working from home and from regional rail offices. Significant travel throughout the Route. The successful candidate should live within or adjacent to the route. Do get in touch with any queries about location prior to applying.

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About the Role:​

You’ll represent Samaritans Rail Programme at a regional and local level, attending regular suicide prevention meetings and providing guidance and support both within and external to the rail industry, focusing on industry specific priorities.

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What you’ll do:​

• Act as a central point of contact for rail contacts, sharing information on national campaigns, internal communications, crisis signage, policy, and research.
• Manage regional suicide prevention activities, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver impactful results.
• Lead community activities and post-incident support, ensuring local applicability of national guidelines and strategies.
• Promote responsible and ethical language around suicide and foster a culture change within the rail industry.

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What you’ll bring:​

• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives from start to finish.
• Experience in relationship management, with the ability to influence and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex information clearly and accurately.
• A proactive, problem-solving approach with a strong sense of empathy and emotional intelligence.

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Full outline in the Job description file below

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​Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other.​

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities.​

Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.​

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this.​

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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To apply 

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Please make sure to demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the essential criteria.

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We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.

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Applications close on 26th May at 9am​

Video interviews taking place over w/c 1st June.

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​Apply now and help us continue to be there for people when it matters most.

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection.

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Samaritans is seeking an experienced and ambitious Trust and Grants Manager to lead and grow a vital income stream supporting our life‑saving work. Reporting to the Head of Trusts and Statutory Income, you’ll play a central role in delivering an ambitious Trusts programme raising over £2 million annually, while inspiring and leading a talented team.

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​Contract

• £40,000-£45,000 per annum plus benefits
• Full Time (35hrs per week)
• Permanent
• Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and option to work out of our London office as required.
• In-person working - expectation of a minimum of 1 office day each week on Tuesdays in Ewell.
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

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About the role

​As Trust and Grants Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing and delivering our Trust Fundraising Strategy, ensuring strong performance, excellent funder stewardship and long‑term growth. You’ll manage high‑value relationships, lead strategy and planning, and provide inspiring line management to Trust fundraising colleagues.

Working closely with colleagues across Income Generation, Business Development and operational teams, you’ll ensure Samaritans’ work is communicated compellingly to Trust and Statutory funders, grounded in evidence, insight and lived experience.​

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What you’ll do

• Lead the development and delivery of the Trust Funding Strategy, with clear KPIs, work plans and performance analysis
• Oversee a Trusts programme raising over £2m per year, with responsibility for future growth
• Personally manage a portfolio of high‑value Trust relationships, delivering £600k–£700k annual income
• Shape and deliver donor cultivation and stewardship approaches that create inspiring funder experiences
• Line manage and develop Trust fundraising staff, supporting performance, wellbeing and professional growth
• Produce compelling, high‑quality funding applications, cases for support and reports on Samaritans programmes and projects
• Lead prospect research and pipeline development, identifying new large Trust opportunities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Samaritans to ensure strong alignment with organisational priorities
• Contribute to senior leadership discussions, team planning, away days and cross‑departmental initiatives
• Embed learning, insight and sector best practice into team ways of working

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About you

​You’re an experienced Trust fundraiser with a strong track record of securing six‑figure grants and building effective relationships with major Trusts and Foundations. You combine strategic thinking with attention to detail, and you’re motivated by making a meaningful social impact.

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You enjoy leading and developing others, thrive in collaborative environments, and are confident working with data, budgets and complex funding requirements. Above all, you’re committed to Samaritans’ vision of fewer people dying by suicide, and to working inclusively, ethically and with compassion.

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What you will bring:

• Proven success in securing six‑figure Trust, Foundation, Lottery or public sector funding
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive storytelling
• Strong grant management, stewardship and donor care expertise
• Experience developing and managing fundraising strategies, plans and pipelines
• Confidence working with financial information, budgets and full cost recovery models
• Analytical skills and the ability to translate evidence into compelling funding cases
• Experience line managing or supporting the development of staff (desirable)
• A collaborative, curious and values‑driven approach to work
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding and lived‑experience principles

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​Full outline in the Job description below. 

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Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities.

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Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.

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For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

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We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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To Apply

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Please complete the application questions including those outlined below, and submit your CV.​

Please note the following questions have a 300-word limit for each answer.​​

Q1 What interests you about Samaritans and our work? What do you think might make Samaritans compelling to Trust Funders?

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Q2 Tell us about your demonstrable experience securing six‑figure Trust or Statutory grants. What approaches did you use to build your pipeline, cultivate funders and secure large or multiyear grants?

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Q3 This role requires strong project leadership, cross‑organisational collaboration and stakeholder management. Can you share an example of how you have led a large programme application, and what your approach to collaboration and stakeholder management was in delivering a successful outcome?

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We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.

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Applications close at midnight on Monday 25 May

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Interviews

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All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time.​

1st stage interviews will be online: w/c 1 June

2nd stage interviews will be held in person in our Surrey office (KT17 2AF). Date TBC.

Executive Assistant (Governance) – Temporary Contract
Godstone, Surrey | £18 per hour | 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend | Onsite with potential to work from home 1 day per week

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant (Governance) to join a values-led organisation based in Godstone on an initial 3-month temporary contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Executive Assistant or Governance professional to support senior leadership and trustees within a purpose-driven environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of governance processes, Board and committee administration, policy management, compliance tracking, and executive support to the Senior Management Team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating Board, committee, and SMT meetings
• Preparing agendas, papers, minutes, and action logs
• Maintaining governance and compliance registers
• Supporting policy review and publication processes
• Tracking organisational risks, actions, and deadlines
• Providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
• Managing confidential records, archiving, and documentation
• Coordinating trustee onboarding, declarations, and training records
• Supporting regulatory readiness and governance reporting

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant or Governance support role
• Excellent minute-taking and organisational skills
• Strong Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, calm, and solutions-focused approach
• Experience supporting senior leadership teams or boards

Experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector would be highly advantageous.

Due to the nature of the organisation, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check.

If you’re immediately available and interested in joining a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Do you have experience providing high quality support for an IT Service Desk?Are you passionate about helping people with their IT issues and keen to work for an Organisation with People at the heart of everything they do?

Samaritans is one of the UK and Ireland’s best known and respected charities. In these challenging times of rising cost of living, and more people struggling with their mental health, Samaritans is needed more than ever before. If you are a technological whizz and want to make a real difference to people’s lives – this is the role for you!

We are looking for a Service Desk Analyst to join our friendly Service Desk as part of the fantastic IT team. In this crucial role you’ll help respond to our staff and volunteers to resolve various 1st and 2nd line IT issues.

We are a fun, friendly and supportive team whose focus is on delivering excellence to our callers and volunteers. If you are looking for a new opportunity or a chance to learn new skills, please consider applying.

As this is a fixed term role, we are looking for candidates who are immediately available.

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Contract terms:

£27,000 - £28,500 per annum, plus benefits

5-month fixed term contract

Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office

In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. We work in person around 2 days per month.

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​What you'll do:

​Provide 1st and 2nd line support to staff and volunteers

Respond to support requests via our service desk, as well as face to face, over email and by telephone

Manage incidents and requests through to resolution

Escalate issues to third parties where required

Provide support for a range of software platforms and equipment

Assist with new starter account creation

Participate in the out of hours on call rota

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What you’ll bring:

​Demonstrable experience of 1st and 2nd line IT support in a service desk environment

Experience providing support for both applications and hardware

Experiencing owning and managing support requests through to resolution

Great customer service skills

Experience working within SLAs

Experience supporting volunteers is desirable

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For full Job Description and Person Specification click here

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Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to some answer short application questions and to upload your CV.

Applications close:​Sunday 17th May 2026

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do.

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team.

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through.

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection.

We are looking for a Senior Community Fundraiser – Scotland to help grow income, strengthen supporter relationships and unlock the power of community fundraising across Scotland.

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This is an exciting senior role within our Community and Events team, working closely with colleagues and volunteers across our Scottish network. You will develop fundraising opportunities that reflect Scotland’s distinctive communities and supporter landscape; while helping volunteers, branches and supporters play their part in our life-saving work.​

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​Contract

• £42,000 (FTE) per annum plus benefits
• Full Time (35hrs per week)
• Fixed Term (18 months)
• Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Edinburgh office with a blend of home and office working and occasional travel to our central office based in Surrey.
• In-person working: Minimum of 1 office day each week in the Edinburgh office, normally Wednesdays.
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.

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About the role

​The role will be line managed within the Community and Events team, while working closely with the Scotland office to shape and deliver fundraising growth across the nation.

This role will also require occasional travel to our central office in Surrey Ewell or our London Hub office on Leadenhall Street

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What you’ll do

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Grow community fundraising income in Scotland

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of community fundraising activity across Scotland.
• Identify, develop and manage a strong pipeline of supporters and fundraising opportunities.
• Manage income budgets of around £200k or more and contribute to forecasting, reporting and performance analysis.

Build strong supporter and volunteer relationships

• Build and steward relationships with volunteers, branches, individuals, community groups and corporate partners.
• Champion excellent supporter journeys that attract new supporters and deepen existing relationships.
• Support volunteers and branches to reach their fundraising potential.

Work across Samaritans

• Support the development and delivery of the Community and Events fundraising strategy and operational plans.
• Develop networks across Scotland to raise Samaritans’ profile and unlock new opportunities.
• Work across the organisation to embed a “One Samaritans” approach to fundraising and engagement.
• Ensure activity complies with charity law, fundraising regulation and data protection requirements

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About you

​You’re an experienced community fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and making things happen. You enjoy working collaboratively, influencing stakeholders and supporting volunteers to succeed.

You’ll be confident working at both strategic and operational levels, balancing planning and delivery while keeping supporters and volunteers at the heart of everything you do.

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What you will bring:

• Significant experience in community fundraising with a strong understanding of fundraising operations
• Proven ability to manage an income portfolio of £200k+ and work to financial targets
• Excellent relationship‑building, stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Experience of working with and supporting volunteers
• Strong understanding of charity legislation and fundraising best practice
• Experience of working cross‑departmentally and collaboratively
• A genuine commitment to Samaritans’ mission, values and equity, diversity and inclusion principles
• Experience of project management, coaching or mentoring, and managing change would be an advantage, as would knowledge of the Scottish fundraising environment.​

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​Full outline in the Job description file below. 

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Criminal record check (PVG)

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We take safeguarding seriously at Samaritans and follow safe recruitment practices. As this role has direct contact with children and adults at risk, this role will require a PVG (Adults and Children) check. 

At offer stage, as part of the conditional job offer, we will require the candidate to disclose in full, spent and unspent convictions by completing a declaration form. The declaration form will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. 

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Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other.

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We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities.

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Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.

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For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

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We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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To Apply

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Please submit your CV and include a cover letter (max 2 pages) evidencing expertise and experience you have to do this role. Please consider areas such as:

• Community fundraising leadership
• Stakeholder and volunteer engagement
• Strategic delivery and ways of working

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do. 

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team. 

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar. 

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Applications close at 9am Monday 1st June

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Interviews​

All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time.

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1st stage interviews (online) will be held on 9th & 11th June

2nd interviews (face to face in Edinburgh office) will be held on 18th June.

People’s Health Trust is a national charity working with local communities across Great Britain to stop people dying too young, help them live longer, healthier lives. and make health equal.

Life expectancy rose for a hundred years, but in the last decade it has gone backwards — with the steepest declines in the most disadvantaged areas. Across Great Britain, people in these neighbourhoods die up to 13 years earlier than those in the wealthiest places.  These inequalities are driven by changeable factors such as poor housing, low-paid work, and limited access to good education, clean air and natural spaces. People’s Health Trust exists to end this unfairness and ensure everyone has the chance to live a long, healthy life.

Our work focuses on:

• programmes supporting people living in the most disadvantaged neighbourhoods to address the conditions that make them unwell — from poor housing and limited access to advice services, to a lack of natural space and pathways into good work.
• using data, evidence and community expertise to design solutions, not just restate problems. Our work improves health and wellbeing from cradle to retirement.
• our lived experience network – made up of over 600 grassroots leaders from across England, Scotland and Wales – works directly with us to share evidence of the impact that poor housing, low income, poor jobs and poor education have on the lives of their communities, as well as timely and cost-effective solutions.

This role is crucial to the Trust’s future work. With a strong interest in social justice and a track record of delivering high-impact marketing and communications strategies, you will lead on media relations, digital content, campaigns, and brand management, ensuring the charity’s voice is clear, compelling, and aligned with its mission.

You will bring your expertise in brand development and delivering integrated communications plans to engage business, policy and funder audiences.

You will have a sound understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion and its effect on health and wellbeing.

We are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer. Our diversity data shows that we are currently under-represented by certain groups of people. We particularly encourage applications from people from racially minoritised communities, disabled people and people from disadvantaged neighbourhoods.

If this sounds like the role you are looking for and you feel you have the skills and experience we need, full details of the role and how to apply are on our website.

If you wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact Alex Williams at Giving Back Recruitment.

Please get in touch if you require any additional support with your job application. This particularly applies to people who need us to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010. This could include, but is not limited to, accepting applications in a different format, offering information or explanations in a way which helps you, or working with BSL interpreters.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 3 June and interviews will be held in London on Thursday 25 June.

Help shape a future where fewer people die by suicide​

Samaritans is entering an exciting new chapter, focused on transforming how we deliver support to those in greatest need. We’re seeking a Project Officer to support and coordinate activity in our South East pathfinder region.

In this important role you’ll work with the Project Manager to support the implementation of Samaritans’ Future Proofing project plan within your region. You’ll provide regular updates on activity and progress, highlighting risks and issues when needed.

Communication is key to success in this role. You will work closely with volunteers, staff and other stakeholders to successfully deliver the project. You’ll act as a key contact for branches in your region to coordinate their involvement and activity, and work with our internal and external communications teams to support with project updates.

If you’re organised and great at keeping things on track, with a desire to contribute to future of Samaritans’ lifesaving service, then we’d love to hear from you.

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Contract terms:

• £33,000 - £35,000 per annum, plus benefits

• 24-month fixed term contract

• Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

• Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office, with significant travel round the South East region.

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. It is anticipated that the post holder will be based in the region on average two days per week and the successful candidate should live within close proximity of the Region. In-person meetings will be held in Ewell once to twice a month. See attached regional map.

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​What you'll do:

• Support the development of detailed project plans
• Coordinate and monitor the delivery of the project plan within your pathfinder region
• Create and maintain up to date project documentation
• Support with communications to relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Organise, facilitate and document meetings
• Work closely with volunteers to capture learning

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What you’ll bring:

• ​Experience providing support to projects, ideally within a large-scale transformation programme
• Experience creating and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, risk registers and action trackers
• Confidence engaging and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills, with platforms such as Microsoft Office and Zoom
• Formal project management qualifications or training would be advantageous​

For full Job Description and Person Specification click here

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Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to some answer short application questions and to upload your CV.​

Applications close: ​09:00am on Thursday 28th May

Interviews: w/c 8th June​

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do.

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team.

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through.

Overview

Afield Environmental is a brand new charity responding to environmental injustice. We do this by working with communities to rewild disadvantaged urban neighbourhoods; and bysupporting artists to undertake ecological research. This exciting and challenging role will beright at the heart of making everything happen.

We are looking for a creative and community-minded Communications and OperationsCo-ordinator to help develop Afield over the next 12 months. This is a varied roleencompassing communications and operational support for the grants programme and thecharity more generally. You will help us develop our communications strategy, support our grantees, and develop our systems and processes as a new charity.

As we are a new charity we have created this as a fixed-term appointment - we are still working out the longer-term roles for the charity.

We are looking for someone who is organised and self-sufficient, a skilled communicator, and a connector of people and ideas. We welcome applications from those early in their career. Where a candidate needs time to grow into aspects of the role, they will be helped to do so through management support and training.

Key Responsibilities

Communications
● Help deliver Afield’s communications strategy aligned with our mission
● Make Afield’s Wilding and Arts grants visible, accessible, and compelling to key
communities and audiences
● Manage Afield's digital presence across website, blogs, and social media, creating
compelling content written, visual and including graphics
● Monitor, evaluate, and report on Afield’s communications activity, to continually
improve our reach and resonance
● Help document Afield-related events through photography and video.

Support for grants programmes
● Support grantees in documenting, editing and communicating project outputs and
outcomes, including video content, for a variety of audiences
● Support the Grants and Cohorts manager as required, including setting up cohort
meetings, helping manage selection panels and providing event support, preparing
materials etc
● Provide communications skills support as appropriate to grantees / cohorts.

Other
● Provide administrative and operational support to the founders as required
● Provide support to the organisation’s broader evaluation activities
● You might occasionally be asked to support our grantee programmes in other ways
such as helping at events or workshops

Requirements

Essential
● An excellent communicator, with experience of running workshops, presenting
information to audiences, or developing relationships with partners
● Proven experience running and creating content for social media channels or websites
● Excellent writing and editing skills for different audiences, with examples of published
content (including for example social media posts)
● Empathetic, with a positive attitude and a desire to help our grantees. You should be
able to provide evidence of supporting a group of people
● Organised and energetic with a self-sufficient attitude, and with the ability to
independently manage a busy workload, multiple deadlines and priorities
● Demonstrable commitment to ongoing development and learning
● Evidence of an interest in arts and/or the environment.

Desirable:
● Strong understanding of digital content strategy, with experience of using a CMS
platform, and social media analytics
● Experience of arts-related documentation and/or archiving
● Ability and comfort in creating structure out of ambiguity
● Ability to identify challenges and opportunities, and express proposals for change
● Experience working with or supporting artists, grantees or cohorts.
● Video editing.

For more information, please see the Job Description attached.

We are now looking for an exceptional Senior Operations Manager  to lead the organisation into its next phase - someone who can balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational delivery, while continuing to build on the Centre’s strong reputation.

The Sunshine Centre is a well-established and highly valued community hub, supporting children and families across Banbury through early years provision, family services and strong local partnerships.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a purpose-driven organisation where your impact will be visible, meaningful and genuinely valued within the community.

The role

As Senior Operations Manager you will take overall responsibility for the leadership and performance of the Centre, working closely with the Board of Trustees to shape its future direction.

You will:

• Provide clear strategic leadership and deliver the Centre’s long-term vision

• Oversee day-to-day operations across early years provision, childcare and family services

• Lead and develop a team of 30-35 staff, including the Senior Leadership Team

• Ensure high standards of safeguarding, compliance and regulation (including Ofsted)

• Take ownership of financial sustainability, including budgeting, fundraising and income generation

• Drive continuous improvement, responding to community needs and feedback

• Act as a visible ambassador, building strong relationships with families, partners and stakeholders

This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring both strategic thinking and close involvement in day-to-day delivery.

About you

You’ll be a confident, values-led leader with the ability to inspire others and deliver real impact.

You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience within early years, childcare, charity or community settings

• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. Ofsted), with strong safeguarding knowledge

• A track record of securing funding through fundraising, bid writing or income generation

• Strong financial and commercial awareness

• The ability to turn strategy into practical delivery

• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams

• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and families 

Why join the Sunshine Centre?

• Lead a respected, community-rooted organisation with a strong local impact

• Shape the future strategy and long-term sustainability of the Centre

• Work with a committed team and supportive Board of Trustees

• Make a meaningful difference to children, families and the wider community

Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different?

Join the Fundraising Team in Bedfordshire, where you’ll help inspire public support for nature.

Please only apply if you live within 10-15 miles of Bedford, unless you are planning to relocate. The role involves travelling to sites across Milton Keynes, Flitwick, Leighton Buzzard, Bedford, Luton, Sandy and Biggleswade, all of which should be within approximately a one-hour commute from your home postcode.

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Bedfordshire

Ref: MAY20261362

Location: Bedfordshire

Salary: £27,579.00 - £28,744.00 per annum

Closing Date: Sun, 7th Jun 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.

About the Role

As part of the fundraising team, you’ll spend your days out in the community, speaking to members of the public and inspiring support for nature conservation.

Typical duties include:

• Travelling to a variety of local venues and events using a company van (fuel and parking costs covered).
• Setting up engaging fundraising stands and displays.
• Speaking with members of the public about the charity’s work and conservation mission.
• Encouraging people to support the charity through regular direct debit donations.

You’ll be working outdoors, meeting new people every day and making a genuine difference for wildlife. The role can be challenging at times, so resilience, confidence and a positive attitude are important, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

What’s On Offer:

• Full training provided. No wildlife knowledge or fundraising experience required.
• A stable salary with no commission-based pay.
• Company van provided for business use, with all fuel and parking expenses covered.
• 34 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working options available, with 3 or 4 day contracts.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment with a dedicated mental health assistance programme.
• Full induction and training at HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

• Comfortable working towards individual and team targets in a positive and supportive environment.
• Passionate about people and conservation.
• Confident speaking to members of the public and asking for donations.
• Positive, resilient and self-motivated.
• Comfortable with working alone and outdoors in all weather.
• Willing to travel locally, with journeys averaging up to one hour each way from home.
• Available to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month.

You’ll also need:

• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience in fundraising, sales or customer service is desirable, but not essential.

Additional Information

• Expected start date: 6th July - See pack for full list of 2026 start/Induction dates when you apply
• Please note that we interviewing and appointing on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible

How to Apply

• Please upload your CV and complete the short online application form when you click to apply
• Use the cover letter section to tell us why you’d be a great fit for the role and what excites you about joining the team.

Should you be shortlisted, as part of our screening process you will be asked to complete a video questionnaire. If you would prefer, there is also the option to complete this via Microsoft Teams.

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and supported.

We particularly welcome applications from people of colour and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented across the environmental sector.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

This is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different?

Join the Fundraising Team in Cardiff, where you’ll help inspire public support for nature.

Please only apply if you live within 10/15 miles of Cardiff (unless relocating), as you’ll regularly travel to nearby towns, venues and events throughout the local region.

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Cardiff

Ref: MAY20261304

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £27,579.00 - £28,744.00 per annum

Closing Date: Sun, 7th Jun 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.

About the Role

As part of the fundraising team, you’ll spend your days out in the community, speaking to members of the public and inspiring support for nature conservation.

Typical duties include:

• Travelling to a variety of local venues and events using a company van (fuel and parking costs covered).
• Setting up engaging fundraising stands and displays.
• Speaking with members of the public about the charity’s work and conservation mission.
• Encouraging people to support the charity through regular direct debit donations.

You’ll be working outdoors, meeting new people every day and making a genuine difference for wildlife. The role can be challenging at times, so resilience, confidence and a positive attitude are important, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

What’s On Offer:

• Full training provided. No wildlife knowledge or fundraising experience required.
• A stable salary with no commission-based pay.
• Company van provided for business use, with all fuel and parking expenses covered.
• 34 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working options available, with 3- or 4-day contracts.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment with a dedicated mental health assistance programme.
• Full induction and training at HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

• Comfortable working towards individual and team targets in a positive and supportive environment.
• Passionate about people and conservation.
• Confident speaking to members of the public and asking for donations.
• Positive, resilient and self-motivated.
• Comfortable with working alone and outdoors in all weather.
• Willing to travel locally, with journeys averaging up to one hour each way from home.
• Available to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month.

You’ll also need:

• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience in fundraising, sales or customer service is desirable, but not essential.

Additional Information

• Expected start date: 6th July - See pack for full list of 2026 start/Induction dates when you apply
• Please note that we interviewing and appointing on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible

How to Apply

• Please upload your CV and complete the short online application form when you click to apply
• Use the cover letter section to tell us why you’d be a great fit for the role and what excites you about joining the team.

Should you be shortlisted, as part of our screening process you will be asked to complete a video questionnaire. If you would prefer, there is also the option to complete this via Microsoft Teams.

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and supported.

We particularly welcome applications from people of colour and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented across the environmental sector.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

This is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

About The Role
Everyone has a story. And when it comes to dementia, those stories can change how people see, feel and act.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we are a community of people determined to end the devastation caused by dementia. We are supporters, researchers, campaigners, volunteers and specialists. Together, we are here to make a difference for people living with dementia now, and for future generations.
This is a moment that matters. New breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment are bringing hope. But unless people truly understand what dementia does to lives, families and communities, change will not happen fast enough.
That’s why stories are at the heart of what we do.
In this role, you’ll find, listen to and share the real experiences of people affected by dementia. You’ll help make sure their voices are heard in a way that is honest, respectful and inclusive. Especially the voices we do not hear often enough.
What you’ll do
You’ll connect people’s experiences with the work we do across the Society.
You’ll spend time understanding what different teams need. Campaign, media and marketing colleagues will come to you with ideas and goals, and you’ll help shape what kind of stories will bring those to life.
Then you’ll go out and find those stories.
Sometimes that will mean reaching out to people who have used our services. Sometimes it will mean building trust in communities we have not connected with enough yet. Often, it will mean working with colleagues across the organisation to find the right voices.

- Build and grow a diverse group of story contributors that colleagues across the Society can access
- Speak to people affected by dementia with care and sensitivity, helping them share their experiences in their own words
- Write and upload stories so they can be easily used by teams across the organisation
- Support contributors during media work or filming, making sure they feel safe, comfortable and respected
- Travel when needed to meet people and hear their stories, especially in communities we do not hear from enough, with support to make this work for you

You’ll build real relationships with the people you work with. You’ll be someone they trust, making sure they understand how their story will be used and that they feel comfortable every step of the way.
You’ll also support colleagues. Helping them find the right stories, sharing your knowledge, and improving how we work so that our storytelling is inclusive, thoughtful and consistent.
About you
You believe that stories should be told with care. You listen well, you build trust, and you know how to help people feel heard.

- You can take a brief and quickly understand what is needed, turning it into the right story for the right purpose
- You take initiative and go out to find new voices, building a strong and varied group of contributors over time
- You care about inclusion and make sure the stories you gather reflect people from all backgrounds, especially those who are often overlooked
- You are open to travelling to meet people where they are, and understand why that matters
- You always put people first, working in a way that is respectful, collaborative and kind

You might have done this kind of work in media, community roles, health, or through your own lived experience. We welcome that.
You are a clear communicator, a thoughtful listener, and someone who can work through change and uncertainty. Most of all, you care about making a difference.
Even if you are not sure you meet every requirement, if this role matters to you, we would love to hear from you.
Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place on the 5th June via Microsoft Teams.

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.

Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.  

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. 

Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Our hiring process

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.  Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.

We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.

We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.

Giving back to you

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. 

You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.

Wildlife Fundraiser

No experience necessary!

Are you passionate about nature and confident talking to people? Looking for a rewarding seasonal role where every day feels different?

Join the Fundraising Team in Sussex, where you’ll help inspire public support for nature.

Please apply only if you live within 10 miles of the Horsham Area - (Unless you are relocating). Each day you can expect to be travelling to nearby towns and events around the local areas of Horsham, Crawley and Southwater all of which should be within 1 hours commute from your home post code.

If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry, this is an entry-level role and full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!

Position: Wildlife Fundraiser Sussex

Ref: MAY20261363

Location: Horsham

Salary: £27,579.00 - £28,744.00 per annum

Closing Date: Sun, 7th Jun 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any stage once we have made a hire.

About the Role

As part of the fundraising team, you’ll spend your days out in the community, speaking to members of the public and inspiring support for nature conservation.

Typical duties include:

• Travelling to a variety of local venues and events using a company van (fuel and parking costs covered).
• Setting up engaging fundraising stands and displays.
• Speaking with members of the public about the charity’s work and conservation mission.
• Encouraging people to support the charity through regular direct debit donations.

You’ll be working outdoors, meeting new people every day and making a genuine difference for wildlife. The role can be challenging at times, so resilience, confidence and a positive attitude are important, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

What’s On Offer:

• Full training provided. No wildlife knowledge or fundraising experience required.
• A stable salary with no commission-based pay.
• Company van provided for business use, with all fuel and parking expenses covered.
• 34 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working options available, with 3 or 4 day contracts.
• A supportive and inclusive team environment with a dedicated mental health assistance programme.
• Full induction and training at HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire (travel and accommodation covered).

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

• Comfortable working towards individual and team targets in a positive and supportive environment.
• Passionate about people and conservation.
• Confident speaking to members of the public and asking for donations.
• Positive, resilient and self-motivated.
• Comfortable with working alone and outdoors in all weather.
• Willing to travel locally, with journeys averaging up to one hour each way from home.
• Available to work 3 out of 4 weekends per month.

You’ll also need:

• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience in fundraising, sales or customer service is desirable, but not essential.

Additional Information

• Expected start date: 6th July - See pack for full list of 2026 start/Induction dates when you apply
• Please note that we interviewing and appointing on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible

How to Apply

• Please upload your CV and complete the short online application form when you click to apply
• Use the cover letter section to tell us why you’d be a great fit for the role and what excites you about joining the team.

Should you be shortlisted, as part of our screening process you will be asked to complete a video questionnaire. If you would prefer, there is also the option to complete this via Microsoft Teams.

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued and supported.

We particularly welcome applications from people of colour and disabled people, who are currently underrepresented across the environmental sector.

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

This is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP