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Salary: £22,932 per annum + £750 homeworking allowance per annum

Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract: Permanent Role

Location: Homebased in Yorkshire area

As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.

As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care-experienced young people and adults,  as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma-informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.

In 2024, TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK.   97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they “ love working for TACT”.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Yorkshire & North East team as a Senior Administration Officer.

If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work, and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.  

Overall Duties of the Senior Administration Officer will include:

• Excellent familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite - Word/Excel/PowerPoint/MS Teams
• Substantial administration experience - including systematic servicing of committees and minuting meetings
• Excellent attention to detail alongside excellent communication skills, both online, in person and writing
• Experience in administration of events - including negotiating arrangements with venues and similar third-party providers
• Adept at working as part of a remote team, providing support and cover, while being self-motivated and able to work flexibly according to the business needs
• Skilled at dealing with sensitive information with empathy, discretion and confidence and having excellent customer service abilities
• Undertaking compliance monitoring to ensure that the service is meeting its regulatory obligations
• Running regular monitoring reports and reporting findings to various colleagues within the organisation
• Willingness to travel to face-to-face events such as team meetings, training and local events

 TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:

• 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
• Progression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months' service.
• 45p per mile for business travel.
• Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
• Family-friendly policies.
• Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment, and a loan for home office set up.
• Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support, and second opinions on serious diagnoses).
• An hour a week of live, expert-led activities through the Annual Employee Wellbeing Programme.
• Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.

The Senior Administration Officer should be based within a reasonable travel distance of Yorkshire area and will be required to travel to face-to-face meetings at least once a month and on other occasions for training and team wellbeing events.

A Standard DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.

As part of the interview, you will be required to complete an exercise using both Microsoft Word and Excel,  please ensure that you have access to these applications to complete the exercise 

Closing Date: Monday, 18th August 2025

• Interview Date: Wednesday, 3rd September 2025  (via Microsoft Teams)

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work.  As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children.  We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people.  All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.

**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section on our portal. Click the 'apply' button and fill out your personal details in the relevant sections. Once you have submitted these you will be asked if you would like to attach any documents. At this stage please submit the completed version of the application form.**

JOB PURPOSE

You will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, CEO, trustees and international colleagues to steward and cultivate key donor relationships and continue the development and implementation of the strategy to grow the major donor pipeline. As a Senior Manager, you will take ownership of the overall Major Donor Strategy, and budget and provide strategic insight into how we grow and improve our programme.

You will be confident in navigating complex environments with multiple stakeholders and in negotiating internally as well as externally, championing the major donor programme to ensure a strong enabling environment for the growth of the programme. You will enjoy developing strong relationships, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills and will be adept at managing donor and prospect pipelines as well as crafting compelling donor communications.

This role will be responsible for managing the Philanthropy Manager role and will provide support, mentorship and coaching to help the development of this role.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO  

United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.

Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.

Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING

We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.

UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach.  The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. 

We are also open to flexibility in many ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.

ROLE RESPONSIBLITIES

• Manage the philanthropy manager role through coaching, and by motivating and supporting them to reach their annual target.
• Build on a warm portfolio of donors to achieve current income targets and spot opportunities for growth and deeper development of philanthropic relationships
• Monitor and deliver annual philanthropy budgets and KPIs, assessing ongoing performance, proactively managing risks and providing accurate reporting.
• Own and drive the Major Donor strategy in collaboration with the Head of Philanthropy.
• Support on intermediary strategy and growth in this area.
• Work as part of the Philanthropy Team to grow opportunities within the major donor funding stream in line with UK4U’s fundraising strategy
• Lead on the growth and development of a robust prospect pipeline working with the corporate team, individual giving team, trustees, prospect research team, philanthropy team and other key stakeholders.
• Work with the wider international organisation to identify the most appropriate funding propositions for donors and also the internal technical experts and leadership colleagues who can help support and drive forward opportunities.
• Craft compelling propositions and proposals for major donors and ensure quality and timely reporting on donations made.
• Establish a strategic and tactical response to selected prospects and existing major donors in the event of humanitarian emergencies.
• Work independently and with the prospect researcher to gather up-to-date and accurate information on existing and prospective donors.
• Maintain accurate records on Salesforce, for income recording and earmarking.
• Work with the wider team to deliver bespoke activities including virtual and in-person events
• Support wider PPH strategic initiatives: helping identify and implement enablers to help the organisation secure and grow more multi-year partnerships, including at transformational levels.
• Help to position and raise awareness of UK4U’s role among peers, donors and other audiences by participating in sector networks and representing UK4U at events, as appropriate.
• Work within UK4U’s due diligence policy and GDPR policies and processes.
• Support the philanthropy team in other activities, as requested.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above.

 PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

Essential Experience

• Experience of inputting into annual plans, multi-year budgets.
• Experience of working towards and monitoring and tracking KPI targets
• Experience of inputting to and implementing strategy
• Experience of growing prospect pipelines
• Experience of working in an income generating capacity with an NGO, INGO or university to identify, approach, secure and steward prospects and major donors giving or capable of giving over 5 to 7 figure gifts.
• Experience of developing donor care plans and delivering bespoke proposals and communications to generate income.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders (including CEO and Chair of Trustees)
• Strong experience of networking.
•  Must be comfortable working at pace and on multiple opportunities.

Essential Skills/Knowledge

• Confident communicator with the ability to effectively influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders at senior levels.
• Strong understanding of the philanthropic environment within the UK
• Ability to analyse reports and communicate complex themes and subjects in an accessible and compelling manner in writing and verbally.
• Ability to act proactively to identify new and strategic fundraising opportunities.
• Good attention to detail, ability to proof-read.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility, with a willingness to respond quickly, particularly at times of humanitarian crisis.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
• Proficient in using Word, excel, PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of fundraising databases.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of international development or related subjects helpful but not essential
• Line management experience
• Experience of leading on developing multi-year budgets and plans.

WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?

You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.

What else?

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time contracts).
• Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
• Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
• Office wellness perks.
• Discount on gym memberships.
• Hybrid and Flexible Working.
• Staff socials.

Financial

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
• Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
• Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
• One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• Enhanced sick pay scheme.

Development

• Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
• Individual training budget.

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.   

We are actively reviewing applications for this positions and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. To avoid disappointment, submit your application now.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please use the email address provided when you click through to our online portal . We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.

United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.

A bit about us:

WellChild is the national charity for seriously ill children and their families. We fund and deliver vital programmes that support our vision: for every child and young person with complex medical needs to thrive at home.

Across the UK, more children and young people are living longer with complex medical conditions. Our mission is to shape a society where they can be cared for at home whenever possible, surrounded by the right support, enjoying a rich and happy family life, and being recognised, empowered, and celebrated.

With the support of our Patron, Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, and an incredible team of staff, volunteers, WellChild Nurses, and Trustees, this is an exciting moment to join WellChild. We are driving forward the ambitions of our Thriving At Home strategy - and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us make it a reality.

About the role:

As our Finance Manager you will be at the heart of the charity’s operations and play a vital role in helping to achieve our strategic objectives. Working closely with the Director of Operations and CEO, your role and expertise will be pivotal in driving excellence and integrity in financial management and strategic financial decision-making.

Your responsibilities will be to lead the entire financial lifecycle, from budgeting and forecasting, to the delivery of WellChild’s audit and the production of the charity’s Annual Report & Accounts to the appropriate standards.

What are we looking for:

You will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record of financial management and a solid understanding of charity accounting (including SORP and Charity VAT) and statutory accounts preparation. You will have strong analytical skills, a strong attention to detail, and be able to demonstrate both operational and strategic thinking.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the charity to support robust financial governance and ensure transparency in the management of financial operations. Your ability to interpret, analyse and communicate financial data will be key in informing decision-making and presenting clear, accessible reports to a range of stakeholders, including trustees and funders.

You will be confident using financial systems and tools such as Sage 50, Excel, and spreadsheets, and will consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you will be able to work independently while upholding the values and integrity of the organisation.

As the main finance role for the charity (supported by the Operations Team) you will be an excellent communicator, an emotionally intelligent and diligent team player who takes pride in their work and enjoys a diverse workload.

How to Apply:
For futher infomation and the application form can be found on our website. Please click the link below.
Our policy is to recruit our employees on the basis of their suitability for the work to be done. An application form
allows us to compare individuals based on like for like information and as such we do not accept a CV unless
accompanied by a fully completed application form.

Recruitment Timetable:
Application deadline: Monday 18th August, 12 noon
Interview date: Thursday 4th September
Interview location: Cheltenham Office

**Please note that we can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor working visa applications.**

We currently have Community Builder Vacancies available in both the Inverness and Portsmouth Locations. See our website to apply for the location of interest. 

The Inverness role will close on 28 July. Shortlisting will take place shortly afterwards with Interviews taking place on 6th and 7th August 2025. 

The portsmouth role will close on 10 August. Shortlisting will take place shortly afterwards with Interviews taking place on 19th August 2025.

About The Role 

As a Community Builder, you will be at the heart of our Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, supporting the charity’s objective to enhance reach with a focus on enabling a positive impact for members of the armed forces community facing challenges. You will do this by creating sustainable, community-led solutions that enhance their well-being. You will identify strengths within local communities, foster meaningful connections, and utilise this to create new networks and drive positive change. 

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who is passionate about collaboration and community-led change. If you believe in the power of strong, connected communities, this role is for you. 

Working closely with Community Development Managers across regions within the UK, you will create opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community (AFC) and their families to connect with Help for Heroes and their local community. 

About You 

You will have experience of working alongside communities to create the conditions for community-led change, ideally with experience of Asset-Based Community Development. You will have good organisational skills, energy and the ability to listen, build relationships, and inspire collaboration which will be essential in creating positive, lasting change. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct outreach to celebrate community strengths and foster engagement. 

• Develop and embed an ABCD-informed way of working. 

• Identify ‘Connectors’ across the community and provide opportunities for them to come together regularly to exchange learning and map community assets. Facilitate gatherings that empower community members to share their strengths, co-create initiatives, and foster a sense of belonging and ownership. 

• Encourage and support community-led action in response to local AFC interests / aspirations through peer led/ co – designed initiatives. 

• Increase awareness of challenges faced by military personnel, veterans, and their families. 

We are looking for someone with: 

• A Community Development qualification and/or experience of taking an asset-based approach to community development with transferable skills. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships that drive action. 

• A track record of successful collaboration with internal and external partners and stakeholders. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

• The successful candidate will need to be based within a 30-minute commute of the centre of their allocated locality and there is a requirement to travel regularly within a 75-mile radius of this location (travel expenses covered). There will The successful candidate must possess a valid full UK driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle with business insurance for work purposes. 

• There will also be a requirement for occasional travel to other UK locations for meetings and events depending on the charity’s needs such as our annual all colleagues in person event.

• The successful candidate will work 35 hours per week over 5 days, Monday - Sunday. Core working days will be Monday to Friday; however, flexibility is essential, as regular evening and weekend work will also be required to meet the needs of the role. Working hours will vary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a two-week period, so please take this into consideration before applying. 

• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

About the Team 

You will be part of a newly formed Community Development team, dedicated to embedding Asset-Based Community Development. We will amplify the strengths already present in communities, forging lasting partnerships and initiatives that empower the Armed Forces community to thrive. Together the Community Development Managers and the Community Builders will strengthen local communities using resources and networks that are readily available. You will do this to proliferate opportunities for sustainable participation and engagement alongside a multi-disciplinary team in order to support the Armed Forces Community to live well after service.  

Please see the job description for more details. 

We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of strong applications. Early applications are encouraged. 

Various locations across Liverpool

About the Role

• Work with a team of welfare benefit advisers to ensure effective support, supervision and appraisal

• Maintain effective admin systems and records, work cooperatively with colleagues, encourage good teamwork and clear lines of communication.

• Provide specialist welfare benefits advice in person and via digital channels to a small number of clients to support the team target and continuous development.

• Make home/outreach visits as necessary inc Torus Foundation and Citizens Advice buildings.

• Act for the client where necessary by calculating, negotiating, drafting or writing letters, negotiating with third parties as appropriate.

• Prepare and present welfare benefits cases to the appropriate statutory bodies, tribunals and courts as appropriate, up to and including level 2 tribunal.

• Provide advice and assistance to colleagues across the whole range of welfare issues.

• Maintain detailed case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, statistical monitoring, and report preparation.

• Carry out Quality of Advice Assessments and file reviews in accordance with agreed Advice quality standards and procedures

• Assist with social policy, providing information to inform CAL Senior Leadership Team

• Keep up to date with legislation, case law, policies and procedures relating to welfare and undertake appropriate training.

General

• Create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff perform optimally.

• Ensure that all work meets quality standards and the requirements of the funder

• Attend relevant internal and external meetings as agreed with the line manager.

• Assist with initiatives for the improvement of services.

• Keep up to date with Citizens Advice Aims, policies and procedures and ensure these are followed.

• Abide by health and safety guidelines and share responsibility for your own health and safety and that of colleagues.

• Identify own learning and development needs and take steps to address these with your Line Manager

• Key holder responsibility, opening and closing the building where necessary.

• Carry out any other tasks within the scope of the post to ensure the effective delivery and development of the service.

Requirements

1. Minimum of two years experience in welfare rights advice work

2. Extensive knowledge and experience of welfare benefits legislation.

3. Effective oral communication skills with particular emphasis on negotiating and representing.

4. Effective writing skills with particular emphasis on negotiating, representing and preparing reviews, reports and correspondence.

5. Ordered approach to casework and an ability and willingness to follow and develop agreed procedures.

6. Ability to prioritise own work, meet deadlines and manage caseload.

7. Ability to use ICT in the provision of advice and the preparation of reports and submissions.

8. Ability to motivate and line manage staff

9. Ability to monitor and maintain own standards.

10. Demonstrate understanding of social policy trends and their implications for clients and service provision.

11. Understanding of and commitment to the aims and principles of the Citizens Advice service and its equal opportunities policies.

About us

Citizens Advice Liverpool in partnership with Citizens Advice St Helens and Citizens Advice Warrington are delivering a Welfare Benefits, Debt and Budgeting Advisory Service to Torus Housing tenants.

The Project Supervisor is responsible for supervising and overseeing the delivery of a Welfare Benefits Advisory Service. The supervisor will provide guidance, support, and leadership to a team of Welfare Benefits Caseworkers, ensuring the provision of high-quality welfare benefits advice to individuals and families in need. The role requires strong supervisory, communication, and organisational skills to effectively support the management of the project, monitor caseworkers' performance and adviser consultancy. The project supervisor will also be required to take on some casework for clients who require specialist advice regarding the review/appeals process, prepare clients for appeals tribunals and to represent at hearings where appropriate.

About The Connection at St Martin’s

We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.

London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.

About the Role

• You will ensure the smooth running of all Board meetings and activities, through administrative support to the Board of Trustees and Corporate Services team. This will include attendance at all quarterly board meetings and some subcommittee meetings.
• As well as ensuring practical arrangements are in place for the meetings, you will work closely with the board of trustees and relevant managers, to ensure that actions are completed to ensure the board is running at maximum effectivity.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring legal compliance with our governance systems, and maintaining CSTM’s policy audit.
• You will have excellent organisational and administrative skills, as well as being comfortable working with trustees and supporting and liaising with employees of all levels. Previous governance experience is desirable, but we are looking for the right candidate so training will be provided. You will have experience in providing administrative support with excellent IT, interpersonal, minute taking and organisational skills.
• This role is 4 days per week (28 hours). There is a requirement to attend all quarterly board meetings in person. Board meetings and subcommittee meetings are usually held outside of usual working hours. Time off in Lieu (TOIL) will be given for any meetings attended scheduled outside of your usual working hours.

Full job description can be found on our website

Salary: £23,815 (£29,769 pro rata)
Closing Date: Tuesday 5th August 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 12th August 2025

Our Benefits

· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays

· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget

· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy

· Enhanced family friendly policies

· Day off for moving house

· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)

· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Season Ticket Loan

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)

We are a London Living Wage employer

Grants Manager - Cancer Grand Challenges

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 pa depending on experience

Reports to: Senior Grants Manager - Cancer Grand Challenges

Department: Research & Innovation

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week (flexible-working requests will also be considered if it meets business needs)

Location: Stratford, London with high flexibility (we would expect you to be in the office 2 days per week)

Closing date: Sunday 10th August at 23.59 This vacancy may close earlier if a high number of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found, so please do not delay submitting your application to avoid any disappointment.

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grants Manager to join Cancer Grand Challenges (CGC) and deliver operational activities across the Research Team including through open funding calls and review / stewardship of research teams supporting Cancer Grand Challenges' mission.

About the team

Cancer Grand Challenges is a global funding initiative founded in 2020 by the two largest funders of cancer research in the world: Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in the US ().

Cancer Grand Challenges builds on the success of CRUK's Grand Challenge that launched in 2015 - to date we have committed in excess of c$400m to fund 16 interdisciplinary teams, and our portfolio now includes over 1200 researchers and collaborators across 16 countries. We recently launched our fifth call for applications to address seven new challenges, and we are thinking about what the next decade for the initiative will look like. So, this is an exciting time to join the team.

When you work at Cancer Grand Challenges, you'll be employed by Cancer Research UK.

What will I be doing?

• Deliver to work plans and assist in the design, development and maintenance of process documents and reporting mechanisms for all research operations activity within Cancer Grand Challenges

• Support and coordinate the activities of the Cancer Grand Challenges Scientific Committee and associated meetings, working closely with scientific colleagues and with the committee chair and membership

• Deliver the application and review processes for Cancer Grand Challenges, working with colleagues to identify and implement improvements within and between funding calls

• Deliver excellent support to Cancer Grand Challenges applicants to required standards, governance, policies and timeframes by:

  • Responding to, resolving and redirecting (where necessary) queries from prospective applicants to colleagues in Cancer Grand Challenges, CRUK and NCI

  • Advising on eligibility and applicant processes

  • Preparing papers and reports for meetings of the Cancer Grand Challenges Scientific Committee

  • Working with the CRUK Research Funding Product team to deliver application and review processes via the grants management system

  • Retrieving and interpreting application data, metrics and reporting

  • Maintaining accurate files and records of Cancer Grand Challenges applications and awards, ensuring information may be easily retrieved and is compliant with data protection policies

• Interface with Cancer Grand Challenges reviewers, applicants and funded teams, providing excellent operational support as appropriate

• Plan and deliver annual reviews of funded Cancer Grand Challenges teams

• Liaise directly with relevant stakeholders at the NCI on ongoing delivery and priorities

• Assist in activities that will ensure Cancer Grand Challenges scientific activities and programmes are leveraged to advance fundraising by the Cancer Grand Challenges philanthropy team

• Develop briefing packs for senior staff

• Support the successful planning and delivery of Cancer Grand Challenges meetings and events across the full breadth of team activity

• Support the Cancer Grand Challenges communications agenda including researcher-facing and public-facing marketing and digital activity

What are we looking for?

• Relevant experience of grants management

• Relevant experience of managing projects, with ability to develop and deliver complex plans and deliver multiple tasks to competing deadlines and prioritise effectively

• Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and with an ability to present data in a clear and concise format relevant for the audience

• Process management expertise, including implementing and evaluating new processes

• Excellent analytical skills, with attention to detail and with an ability to present data in a clear and concise format relevant for the audience

• A logical thinker, who enjoys resolving day-to-day problems by developing robust and pragmatic solutions

• Experience of building effective relationships with colleagues at all levels, including with external stakeholders and with a commitment to excellent customer service

• Ability to communicate effectively whilst demonstrating listening skills and an ability to influence others

• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and Office 360.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism

Human: Act to have a positive impact on people

Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively

We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefits by visiting our .

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .

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We are excited to be seeking a talented and motivated individual to join Southampton Hospitals Charity as Fundraising Operations Manager, a newly developed role recognising the need for operational excellence across all fundraising streams to support and enhance the donor journey.

This key role will oversee the administrative, financial, and logistical aspects of the fundraising department, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. They will have responsibility for ensuring the best donor care to our supporters; working across the income streams to enhance our supporter journeys and increase income for the Charity.

We are looking for an individual who is as passionate about fundraising as the work we do as a Charity to join our Operations team. This role will be key, as we launch our ambitious new strategy to grow our income, reach and impact.

Main Responsibilities:

Responsible for the administrative, financial, and logistical aspects of the fundraising department, ensuring smooth and efficient operations including:

• Implementation of key fundraising processes and guidelines.Overall management of our CRM database.
• Oversight of our payment portals and platforms to ensure effective integration.
• Manage and oversee community and third-party fundraising events.
• Ensure compliance and good practice.
• Reporting, insight and data selection.

Person Specification:

Knowledge and experience

• A keen appetite for problem solving, with experience in identifying and delivering on improvements to operational systems and processes.
• Previous knowledge and experience in a fundraising role is essential, preferably community, events or individual giving.
• A proven track record of meeting financial targets and driving income growth.
• Attention to detail is an absolute must for this role, the ability to spot trends, issues or risks will ensure we are efficient, effective and compliant.
• An understanding of the fundraising landscape, especially fundraising regulation, and its implications for our work.
• A knowledge of donor stewardship and developing key relationships with stakeholders and fundraisers.
• Experience working with a donor database system in a complex environment.

Skills, abilities, and behaviours

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills.
• Excellent administrative, organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Analytical and strategic approach to problem solving.
• Confident with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, to target and deadline.
• Good team player who is willing to support and help others in the team.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional, diplomatic and discreet and able to maintain confidentiality.

Join Our Team!

Crohn’s and Colitis UK are on the look out for a new HR Operations Manager!

Reporting to the Head of People, you will be responsible for the day to day running of a proactive and supportive HR service, with an integral role in shaping and implementing improvements in line with the service goals, ensuring the smooth running of our HR processes, policies and procedures.

About Us

We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.A diagnosis of Crohn’s or Colitis is life-changing. Over 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of, and for which there is no known cure.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK funds research, provides award winning information and support and raises vital awareness by increasing the public’s understanding of the conditions, and what it means to live with debilitating symptoms. But we need to do more. We need to be a louder voice in the marketplace. Our ambitious plans for 2025, will help to make a real difference to every supporter’s journey with us. If this excites you - join us!

About You

We are looking for someone who is proactive and highly organised, with great communication skills that can build relationships with all key stakeholders, both internal and external. Ensuring that all staff are trained, supported and motivated to deliver a consistent, effective and high quality service to the organisation. 

This role is suited to an experienced HR Manager who: 

• Has strong knowledge of HR processes, policies and procedures as well as employment laws, regulations & best practices. 

• Can create fair and consistent HR Policies and procedures, regularly conduct audits to identify areas of non-compliance and ensure accurate records are maintained. 

• Can lead operational planning and budgeting. 

• Has a forward thinking and inspirational vision for the role of HR in a charitable organisation. 

• Has a vision for how working practices and culture can develop for the better.

• Has a proven commitment to the principles and practices of access in the workplace and have excellent knowledge of current issues in of EDI and can implement EDI principles and policies. 

• Is able to successfully balance the needs of the individual (compassion) with the operational and ambitious needs of the organisation. 

• Has experience of supporting and developing managers through change. 

• Is CIPD qualified. 

Please see our Recruitment Pack for details of our full Job Description and Person Specification.

Our Location

We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role, there is plenty of scope for working from home, you will be required to attend the Hatfield office once a week and monthly directorate meetings. In addition, the charity meets four times annually at its office in Hatfield (or a location in London) for its’ ‘All Staff Together’ days, at which attendance is mandatory.

Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing programme
• Interest free loan for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking and secure bike locks
• Training and development financial support and/or study leave
• Performance review and development scheme

About the role

Whether you're looking for an interim opportunity or a permanent role, we’re interested in hearing from experienced professionals who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

This is an inspiring role for someone who wants to contribute to our success by providing strategic leadership and direction to the fundraising and communications functions supporting the Dementia Adventure business plan and charitable mission and objectives.

Managing a team of five across fundraising, communications, special projects and data management, the successful applicant will lead the development of partnerships and campaigns to raise funds for Dementia Adventure’s unique work to support people with dementia and their carers to have a more active and fulfilled life by getting outdoors and experiencing the benefits of nature. 

You will provide strategic leadership and direction for income generation through various fundraising disciplines and joint fundraising partnerships, ensuring the charity's diversification of funding and financial sustainability. Funding sources include major grantmakers, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, challenge events, and an individual giving campaign.

Hand in hand with leading fundraising, you will oversee the Communications team, supporting, developing and monitoring the communications strategy, associated budget, resources, systems, processes and operations. This will involve overseeing and directing a communications plan that promotes the work of Dementia Adventure to a broad range of audiences through various channels and campaigns, while also increasing online and social media presence.

Ideally, we would like the successful applicant to be able to come to the office in Essex at least once a week.

About you
We are looking for someone to join the charity’s Senior Leadership Team who will bring experience from their past successes and provide inspirational strategic leadership and direction to the fundraising and communications functions in support of the Dementia Adventure business plan, charitable mission and objectives. The successful applicant will have a strong, successful track record of fundraising and/or other forms of income generation in the charity sector, including management, with proven experience in meeting financial and non-financial targets. You should be able to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including trusts and grant givers, corporates, major donors and other individuals. In addition, you should possess a strong understanding of marketing and communication principles and practices, as well as digital marketing and social media. You should also be confident in engaging audiences sensitively with real-life stories to demonstrate impact and create a compelling case for support.

Dementia Adventure is an evidence-led, multi-award-winning national charity that helps people living with dementia and their carers enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature, and retain a sense of adventure. We look at what people can do, not what they can’t. Through supported holidays, learning, and tailored support, we promote well-being, inclusion, and resilience through fostering meaningful connections and renewed possibilities.

Vision North Somerset is the leading charity supporting people affected by sight and hearing loss in North Somerset through a wide range of tailored services and support. We are proud of the wide range of services delivered by our small, dedicated team and fantastic volunteers.

If you thrive where you have clarity of purpose, produce your best work when working in a supportive, collaborative environment and are motivated by seeing how your contribution makes a positive impact on the lives of people affected by sight and hearing loss, you could be just who we are looking for!!

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join our successful and experienced team.

Beacon is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic youth engagement worker to work as part of a small team to deliver our SHINE offer to young people. SHINE offers early intervention support to all 11-17 year old’s in Stockport to provide information, advice or guidance regarding their emotional wellbeing. It includes: 2 weekly wellbeing groups, a weekly arts group (delivered by Beacon’s partner), signposting and advice. SHINE develops skills to support emotional wellbeing, build resilience and confidence with weekly themes over 12 weeks.

You will be the main point of contact for young people and their families, providing information, advice, guidance and support to access services. You will work with colleagues and the young people to devise and cofacilitate group sessions which are fun, engaging and support young people to develop skills and improve wellbeing. You will liaise with our partner delivery organisation, and support the future development of the service. You will responsible for completing all administrative duties in relation to the service, including the collection of monitoring and feedback data.

The role is for 17.5 hours per week. The hours are to be agreed, but must include Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4pm to 7pm. The salary for this role is £26,481 per annum pro rata.

We’ve got a bold ambition, a clear strategy and a growing team of over 100 colleagues who are passionate about delivering on big goals. To do this well, our four senior leaders (the Executive Team) need to stay focused on the big picture—casting vision, galvanising our people, building relationships, and advancing strategic priorities. This team is highly collaborative, fast paced, extremely busy and is looking for Executive Assistance to become even more effective for   colleagues and those we serve.

As a trusted partner to our CEO, Executive Team, and Trustees, this role ensures our leadership operates with clarity, focus, and momentum. From managing complex schedules to coordinating key projects and communications, you will create the space and structure that allows our leaders to lead —helping Stewardship remain agile, effective, and deeply aligned to its Christian mission.

This role isn’t just about worldly administration — it’s about the spiritual gift of administration and the stewardship of time, priorities, and relationships at the highest level of the organisation.

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Sitting within the Chief Executive’s Office, this new position of Internal Communications and Team Executive, will play a key role in delivering high-quality internal communications across ARUK. The Internal Communications Team exists to ensure every employee feels valued, included and informed. We are facilitators, ensuring employees have the tools they need to feel heard and empowered to engage authentically within the organisation, leading us closer to a cure.

Reporting to the Senior Internal Communications Officer, they will be a key member of the Chief Executive Office Team. They will also provide administrative support to the team, the Director of Strategy and Governance and our Board of Trustees to carry out their roles efficiently and to support delivery of ARUK’s strategy and CEO office team objectives.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Internal Communications

· Manage monthly intranet metrics and reporting.

· Support teams on Internal Communications events, including the all-employee away day, annual picnics, Monthly Coffee Mornings, Board/Trustee activity, and other relevant areas.

· Work as part of the Internal Communications Team to deliver regular CEO Comms.

· Support the wider CEO Office Team with their internal communications needs.

Strategy and Governance

· Work with the Director of Strategy and Governance to provide support on key priority projects relating to strategy delivery and internal communications.

· Provide administrative and logistical support for our annual planning and budgeting process.

· Support the team with the logistics and organisation around Board meetings.

Administrative and Team support

· Learn how to use/and be proactive in using the organisation's CRM system (Salesforce) to record key activity for the CEO Office Team.

· Help arrange and service CEO Office team activities throughout the year, including team meetings, away days and development opportunities.

· Support the Executive Support team in providing administrative support to the Chief Executive and other Directors as required, including completing expenses, arranging travel and booking meeting rooms.

What we are looking for:

· Proven work experience in a similar role

· Comfortable using Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel) and willing to learn new tools (e.g. intranet)

· Experience working with different people and working styles.

· Strong administrative experience and attention to detail

· Ability to liaise and communicate with staff at all levels

· Strong inter-personal skills, with an ability to build and maintain relationships, trust, empathy at all levels.

· Excellent listening skills, demonstrating flexibility, curiosity and a willingness to learn.

· Excellent organisation and time management skills.

· Strong team player who can work both independently and collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high attention to detail.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £26,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 3rd August 2024, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK