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Are you an experienced Project Manager with proven experience in property or estates project management? Have you successfully delivered large-scale installations or fit-out projects?
We’re excited to be recruiting a Property Project Manager to help lead one of the most impactful installation programmes in our Retail division. This fixed‑term role will take a central position in delivering the rollout of vital medical equipment (defibs) across our 670+ BHF retail locations, a project that will directly strengthen the safety and resilience of our shops, customers, volunteers and colleagues.
You’ll combine hands‑on project delivery with strategic oversight, working closely with teams across Retail, Estates and Property, as well as our external partners. Your leadership will ensure installations are delivered smoothly on time and within budget, while keeping disruption to retail operations to a minimum.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high‑profile programme that supports our mission and makes a meaningful difference across our estate.
You’ll deliver a full range of Project Manager services including:
- Managing end-to-end delivery of installations projects, from planning to completion.
- Developing and controlling project budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
- Collaborating with internal teams (Retail, Estates, Facilities, Finance) and external contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Ensuring all works comply with health and safety legislation, building regulations, and BHF policies.
- Identifying and mitigating project risks, resolving issues promptly.
- Providing regular progress reports to senior leadership, including KPIs and strategic alignment.
- Overseeing project documentation and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
About you
We are looking for someone with proven experience in property or estates project management, ideally in a multi-site environment, such as retail. You'll have a demonstrable track record of delivering large-scale installation, fit-out or similar programmes, from planning to completion.
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- A qualification or relevant experience in Project Management, Construction, Surveying or related field, with membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) being desirable.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g. MS Project, Asana).
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of building regulations, lease management, and health & safety compliance.
- Experience delivering large-scale installations or fit-out projects.
- Experience managing budgets and working with multiple stakeholders.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a 10 month fixed-term contract. This role will be home based and there will be some travel to our sites and office locations for meetings as needed.
Belonging at BHF
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together.
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.
Interview process
There will be a two stage interview process, via MS Teams shortly after the closing date.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
The Role
We are looking for a content designer to develop clear, practical information and guidance for families of deaf children and the professionals who support them. The role is ideal for a content specialist who is skilled in producing user-centred, high-quality information, in various formats, for multiple channels.
What you'll do
- Use analytics, research and insights to identify new information needs for families of deaf children.
- Work with subject experts to plan, write and review accurate, accessible content.
- Publish content on our website and app, ensuring it’s easy to find and search-optimised.
- Monitor content performance and make evidence-led improvements.
- Contribute to content crits and share best practice for accessible content.
- Bring user-centred content skills into Agile squads when needed.
What you'll need
- Experience creating clear, accessible content informed by user research and data.
- Strong writing skills to turn complex topics into high-quality print and digital content.
- Experience managing content projects and working with subject experts to plan, write and review.
- Confidence monitoring content performance and making continuous improvements.
- Strong digital skills and a sound understanding of Agile values and principles.
- A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position).
What you'll get
- Home-based working with flexible hours.
- 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (& bank holidays).
- Pension (5.5% employer contribution).
- Healthcare Cashplan.
- Annual performance-based salary increase.
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programmes.
What we do
The National Deaf Children's Society are the leading charity for deaf children. We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights, so they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
Pre-employment checks
As part of our commitment to creating a safe and trusted environment for the children, young people and families we support, all offers of employment are subject to background checks. These include Right to Work verification, Criminal Record Disclosure, and ID and address verification.
To complete an online Right to Work check, you will need a valid UK or Irish passport, or a government share code if you are not a British citizen. If an online check is not possible, we’ll need to verify your documents in person at our London office. Please be aware that travel time and expenses for this appointment cannot be reimbursed.
Disability Confidence
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.
The National Deaf Children’s Society is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 1016532 and in Scotland no. SC040779.
You will be part of a high performing team to drive impact and change within the Special Olympics GB networks. You will provide both operational and strategic input and support to grow robust safeguarding policies, procedures and framework for our membership across Great Britain, those in the National Office team, and other stakeholders. You will be accountable for driving a positive and effective safeguarding culture across Special Olympics GB.
Please see Recruitment Pack and Job Description for further information.
To apply, please send a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining why you wish to apply for this role. It is important that all prospective candidates understand our mission and are driven by our cause. Referring to the role description, please be specific about how your skills and experience will help you undertake this role. Generic letters will not be considered.
We are Special Olympics GB. We are Inclusion in Action.



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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
For over 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.
Brief role description
NOVA provides trauma-informed, person-centred support to UK Armed Forces veterans who are at risk of, or already in contact with the criminal justice system. NOVA operates across England (as Op NOVA), Scotland and Wales. We are now developing the service in Northern Ireland.
The Caseworker for NOVA Northern Ireland will manage and support a caseload of veterans, providing emotional and practical support across a range of factors including mental health and wellbeing, social stability, housing and employability. They will be working in collaboration with local partners to reduce reoffending.
The Caseworker for NOVA Northern Ireland will work in the community, in partnership with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), the Probation Board for Northern Ireland (PBNI) and other local partners to provide support to veterans at all stages of the justice pathway: pre-arrest, point of arrest, court process, custody, and transition back into the community.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check our website.
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description: Job Description - Caseworker NOVA Northern Ireland.pdf
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Friday, 17 April 2026.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team.
Please note:
Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children


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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is fully committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of its staff, volunteers, contractors and customers.
We are looking for an excellent administrator to contribute towards an effective Health & Safety team.
As a Health & Safety Administrator, you’ll play a pivotal role in dealing with the day-to-day administration of the BHF's online incident/accident reporting system (Alcumus) and ensure that all case workflows are escalated when necessary and followed through to completion.
You'll be the team’s first point of contact answering health and safety enquiries whilst also supporting the wider health and safety team on other administrative projects as and when required.
You'll also be responsible for ensuring that the Health & Safety Teams Safety Management System is maintained and updated where necessary.
About you
We are looking for a well-organised administrator with strong communication skills and high competency in MS Office.
To excel in this role, you will:
- Be skilled in using databases or case management systems to track work.
- Demonstrate experience in gathering information, following up on actions, keeping documentation up-to-date, and using data for reporting.
- Have experience in a fast-paced, dynamic team with changing priorities, working both independently and as part of a team, confidently escalating concerns when needed.
- Become a process expert, ensuring best practices are adhered to.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage all stakeholders professionally and promptly.
- Be highly organised with great time management.
- Have experience supporting projects and initiatives, collaborating with your team and the wider organisation
Knowledge of health and safety legislation and the retail sector is highly desirable.
Belonging at BHF
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together.
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a fixed term contract for 18 months.
This is a home-based role, with occasional travel to our sites across the UK. There will also be a requirement to travel to BHF offices where necessary for team events and meetings.
Benefits and development
At BHF, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support our colleagues’ wellbeing and professional growth.
To find out more about our benefits you can download the Benefits document at the bottom of this page or check out our Benefits and Development pages.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
Interview process
The interview process will consist of two stages. The first stage will be a one way video interview. Successful candidates at this stage will be invited to a panel interview via MS Teams.
How to apply
It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at the BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.
Our recruitment processes are fair, accessible, and inclusive. BHF use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
At UK SMART Recovery, we are passionate about supporting people to successfully manage any type of addictive behaviour, using our evidence-based 4-Point Programme. We value choice, empowerment, and collaboration, and we believe in supporting volunteers and partner organisations to deliver accessible addiction recovery meetings across the UK.
About the Role
UK SMART Recovery is seeking a highly motivated Community Coordinator to join our small, passionate team. In this role, you will:
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Onboard, support and mentor our amazing SMART Recovery facilitators across The Midlands and London.
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Work closely with our highly valued partner organisations running SMART meetings within their services.
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Deliver training, guidance, and workshops for our peer and partner facilitators.
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Contribute to projects and service development to help grow UK SMART Recovery even further.
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Help ensure SMART meetings are high-quality, accessible, and safe for participants.
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Foster an inclusive, empowering environment for facilitators and participants alike.
Regions covered:
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West Midlands: Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Solihull; Staffordshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire
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East Midlands: Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, Nottingham; Derbyshire, Leicestershire, South Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland
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London: City of London
Applicants must be based in the Midlands. Regular travel across the regions is essential.
For full JD/person specification with additional responsibilities, please see the attached document.
About You
To succeed as a Community Coordinator, you will have:
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Experience facilitating groups or meetings, ideally in recovery, peer-support, mental health, or behaviour-change settings.
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Ability to support, mentor, and develop volunteer facilitators.
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Strong presentation and communication skills, online and in-person.
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Self-motivation, organisation, and ability to manage workload and regional travel independently.
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Emotional intelligence and groundedness, with experience supporting people who have faced adversity.
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A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable:
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Qualified SMART Recovery facilitator or previous participant.
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Lived experience of recovery (personal or close to someone else).
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Experience in peer mentoring, volunteer support, or community development.
Why Work With Us
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Join a small, dynamic team making a big difference in addiction recovery across the UK.
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Opportunity to work closely with facilitators and partner organisations to grow our network of peer-led recovery meetings.
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Flexible home-based working with equipment provided.
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Generous annual leave, pension, and wellbeing support.
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Be part of a charity with values of empowerment, choice, compassion, and collaboration at its heart.
Empowering people to self-manage any type of addictive behaviour through evidence-based mutual aid meetings both in the community and within services.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT US
SCOTLAND: The Big Picture (SBP) is a charity that works to make rewilding happen across Scotland, in response to the growing climate and biodiversity crises.
Our vision is of a vast network of rewilded land and water, where wildlife flourishes and people thrive.
We are an agile and progressive team that works in a spirit of collaboration with many different interest groups to:
- Drive support for rewilding.
- Commit more land and water to rewilding.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS ROLE
SBP is a growing organisation with an exciting portfolio of rewilding projects across Scotland. In tandem with ecological recovery, we work to develop nature-based
business models to establish rewilding as an economically viable land use in Scotland.
We deliver immersive Rewilding Experiences and a growing programme of Rewilding Training and Study Tours.
We are seeking a highly organised and financially astute individual, with sales experience, to take operational ownership of our Rewilding Experiences and to support our Rewilding Training programme over the next six months. The primary focus will be:
- Ensure the efficient delivery of our 2026 programmes
- Maximise bookings and income to support cost recovery
- Contribute to the development and planning of our 2027 programmes
The role would ideally suit someone based in the Scottish Highlands, although consideration will be given to applicants based elsewhere in Scotland.
Please see attached the full job description and person spec.
Please email your CV, plus a one-page covering letter detailing how your skills and experience equip you for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Operating as a blended role across the Membership and Marketing and Communications teams, this role will support the day-to-day membership and digital communication functions of the NI.
This role is responsible for membership administration and digital communications including processing and onboarding new members to managing ongoing renewals and maintaining the membership database, managing the delivery of Lunch & Learn sessions, Drop-In sessions and a range of themed technical and non-technical webinars, supporting HQ conferences and managing digital communications, member feedback and related marketing activity that underpins effective member engagement.
This role is critical in ensuring that members receive excellent customer service, timely communication, and accurate information about the institute’s services and benefits to support the organisation’s mission to engage and retain members, ensuring they receive value from their membership and are satisfied with their experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational, attention to detail, digital and communications skills with proficiency in database management and who enjoys building connections, creating engaging content, turning feedback into action.
Key Responsibilities:
Membership Administration
· Support the renewals process to ensure prompt collection of membership subscriptions including conducting follow-up campaigns to minimise lapsers.
· Manage correspondence related to the onboarding process including preparing and sending membership welcome emails, and other communications as appropriate.
· Manage the Membership inbox responding to queries and assigning emails to colleagues or others as necessary.
· Support with the administration of Organisational Members including processing new members, issuing invoices and any other tasks as required.
· Assist with the development and implementation of new membership strategies.
· Other tasks to support the Membership and Business Development Director and Membership Manager as necessary.
Member Engagement and Digital Events
· Coordinate and deliver a structured programme of online events, including:
- Lunch & Learn sessions
- Drop-in member forums
- Themed webinar series covering both technical and non-technical topics
· Manage all webinar logistics, including registration, hosting, and post-event communications.
· Work closely with the Communities Officer and regional branches to promote local and regional events.
· Gather and analyse event feedback and attendance data to evaluate engagement levels and member satisfaction.
Digital Marketing & Communications
· Plan and deliver targeted marketing campaigns to promote membership activities, including a monthly member-focused email highlighting benefits such as mentoring, e-learning, and events.
· Create engaging and relevant content for the NI website, newsletters, and social media channels (e.g. LinkedIn).
· Develop promotional materials and manage a central events calendar to ensure consistent and timely communications.
· Monitor the Communications inbox responding to requests and assigning emails to colleagues or others as necessary
· Collaborate with the Membership and Business Development Director and Marketing and Communications Manager to assist with any other membership recruitment initiatives and campaigns as required.
Data Management & Reporting
- Maintain and regularly cleanse the membership database to ensure all records are accurate and up to date relating to membership and marketing.
- Generate and manage Nuclear Future mailing lists as required.
- Produce analytical reports on membership growth, retention, and engagement.
- Collect, analyse, and present member feedback from surveys and event participation.
- Deliver quarterly reports highlighting engagement trends and insights.
- Apply both quantitative and qualitative data to inform and shape future engagement strategies.
- Ensure full compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
Customer Service
· Serve as a point of contact for current and potential members, answering enquiries via phone, email, and online.
· Provide information about membership benefits, policies, and procedures.
· Resolve membership-related issues or concerns in a timely and professional manner.
General
· Liaise with suppliers and partners where needed to deliver promotional or event materials.
· Support other NI operational activities as required.
Experience and Skills
Essential Experience
· 2–3 years’ experience in membership administration, customer service, event co-ordination or marketing or a similar administrative role, ideally within a non-profit, association, or professional membership organisation.
· Proficient in using CRM or membership management systems, including database management, reporting.
· Experience in administering membership or customer renewals processes.
· Ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a professional environment.
· Ability to write compelling promotional copy.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience using digital engagement and event tools such as Eventbrite, Cvent, Mailchimp, LinkedIn, and Microsoft Teams.
· Confident in handling data, analysing information, and producing clear, accurate reports.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in developing and delivering membership recruitment initiatives and campaigns.
- Experience in analysing member feedback and engagement data.
- Experience working with digital design tools such as Canva.
- Experience working with and supporting volunteer networks or regional teams.
Skills
· Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
· Proactive and adaptable, able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
· Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle member enquiries and concerns professionally and diplomatically.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-oriented mindset.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and initiative to improve processes.
- High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
Location
This role will mainly involve remote working, with occasional travel to events, meetings or conferences (approximately one to two days per month).
Reporting to
Membership and Business Development Director and Marketing and Communications Manager
Anticipated interview dates: 27-29 April
We are the professional membership body dedicated to nuclear, representing over 5500 professionals, and upholding professional standards for nuclear.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
We are Global Dialogue, an international philanthropy support organisation partnering with independent funders to advance rights, equity, and diversity. Independent in status and global in reach, we provide funder networks, collaboratives, and partners with the practical support and technical expertise they need to create lasting, systemic change.
The Role
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Operations & Systems Manager to play a central role in ensuring Global Dialogue’s operations run smoothly and effectively. This maternity cover role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and supporting teams to be their very best.
You’ll collaborate closely with the Chief Operating Officer, core operational team, and the hosted and incubated programmes to provide a trusted, responsive operational service that enables programmes to focus on their mission. You will be the first point of call for any operational queries, providing clear guidance on our processes and supporting with practical tasks. Your areas of support will span digital and IT systems, data management, programme support, travel and events processes, and internal communications.
About You
The right candidate will possess excellent project management skills, a systems mindset, and confidence working with IT and digital tools. You will be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including external suppliers, programme staff, and colleagues across the organisation, and thrive in building trusted relationships. With a passion for improving systems and processes for people, you will be someone who has a track record of providing empathetic and resourceful solutions. An awareness of GDPR considerations and risk management is essential. Experience working in a fast‑paced organisation and confidence with digital systems (particularly Microsoft 365 and SharePoint) would be advantageous.
How to Apply
We are partnering with Doing Good Recruitment for this campaign. Please click ‘Apply’ to find out more, see the full JD and learn how to submit.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to the employment and career development of people with disabilities. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates
may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require anything if you are invited to interview. If you need this information in another format or if there are additional options you’d like to request, please contact Tristan at Doing Good Recruitment.
We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To help us monitor how we’re doing and identify any barriers in our recruitment process, we invite all applicants to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form found on Doing Good Recruitment's application page.
Global Dialogue is an international philanthropy support organisation partnering with funders to advance rights, equity and diversity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
We are Global Dialogue, an international philanthropy support organisation partnering with independent funders to advance rights, equity, and diversity. Independent in status and global in reach, we provide funder networks, collaboratives, and partners with the practical support and technical expertise they need to create lasting, systemic change.
The Role
We’re looking for a conscientious People & Administration Assistant to play a key role in delivering an exceptional HR service across Global Dialogue.
You’ll support the Head of People and our core team, ensuring our HR systems run smoothly, our data is accurate, and our people processes are well‑coordinated, compassionate, and efficient. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on organisation, values fairness and inclusion, and is ready to develop their HR career within an impact‑driven organisation.
The day to day of the role will be broad and varied and you will carry out tasks such as maintaining accurate employee records, posting vacancies and coordinating interviews in support of recruitment, keeping track of the employee lifecycle and providing broad team and administrative support. As part of this exciting role, you will also get the chance to observe and contribute to business partnering and wider employee relations tasks.
About You
The right candidate will hold CIPD Level 3 or possess a willingness to work towards it (Global Dialogue could support that study), and hold strong professionalism, discretion, and care when handling confidential information. Experience working with an HR system is essential; it would be advantageous if it were BreatheHR or Remote). You will also be confident with Microsoft 365, spreadsheets, and thrive in delivering excellent attention to detail and accuracy in your work.
The role would suit candidates who are comfortable working in a fast-paced organisation, and who hold some awareness of the pressures the HR team may face, given the organisation's vital work in a national and international human rights setting.
How to Apply
We are partnering with Doing Good Recruitment for this campaign. Please click ‘Apply’ to find out more, see the full JD and learn how to submit.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to the employment and career development of people with disabilities. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require anything if you are invited to interview. If you need this information in another format or if there are additional options you’d like to request, please contact Tristan at Doing Good Recruitment.
We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To help us monitor how we’re doing and identify any barriers in our recruitment process, we invite all applicants to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form found on Doing Good Recruitment's application page.
Global Dialogue is an international philanthropy support organisation partnering with funders to advance rights, equity and diversity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe everyone should be able to live a fulfilling life, regardless of how severely mental illness affects them. Our services are growing — and so is our ambition. That’s why we’re looking for a passionate and skilled Business Development Manager to help us shape the future of our charity and the support we provide.
About the role
As our Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in sustaining and expanding the services that make a real difference to people severely affected by mental illness. You’ll bring teams together, write with clarity and purpose, and lead the end‑to‑end bid development process — ensuring we continue to deliver high‑quality, impactful support where it’s needed most.
You’ll champion collaboration, draw on the expertise of colleagues across the charity, and craft compelling, evidence‑based proposals that reflect who we are and what we stand for. From early development to final submission, you’ll help us win and retain contracts that directly improve lives.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading the end‑to‑end development of bids, retenders, and proposals in line with internal quality standards.
- Working collaboratively with teams across Rethink Mental Illness, building strong relationships and creating connected ways of working.
- Supporting and managing Bid Development Officers.
- Contributing to regional business development plans and helping shape sustainable, innovative service models.
- Writing high‑quality, insightful submissions that articulate our strengths, capabilities, and lived‑experience approach.
- Developing early-stage budget models and working with Finance and HR to finalise financials ahead of submission.
- Generating insight through data, evidence, and internal expertise to create winning proposals.
- Researching competitors and identifying what makes Rethink Mental Illness stand out.
- Supporting successful bids through structured handovers and mobilisation.
- Contributing to continuous improvement through feedback, learning, and maintaining our Bid Library.
What you’ll bring
Essential
- A strong track record of writing successful competitive bids or proposals.
- Excellent writing, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- The ability to interpret complex tender documents and understand commissioner expectations.
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to unite diverse teams.
- Knowledge of commissioning, current legislation, and best practice in mental health and social care.
- Experience constructing budgets and modelling service assumptions.
- Strong organisational and project‑management abilities, with flexibility to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and excellent general IT skills.
- A values‑driven approach consistent with Rethink Mental Illness’ ethos.
Desirable
- Experience working within mental health, health, or social care sectors.
- Lived or professional experience related to mental health and wellbeing.
Why Rethink Mental Illness?
When you join us, you’re not just taking on a role — you’re becoming part of a movement.
A movement committed to improving the lives of people severely affected by mental illness through high‑quality services, innovation, and compassionate support.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where your growth and wellbeing matter, and where your work has a clear, direct impact.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London, UK, Remote.
Closing date for applications: 25th March 2026
Contract status: Global post, full-time
Start date: Late May - Early June 2026
Contract duration: 1.5 years fixed-term contract
Remuneration: £48,043 - £56,000 gross per annum (UK national band); £53,461 - £63,000 gross per annum (London, UK)
We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally.
Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community organizations to design, scale, strengthen and sustain fisheries management and conservation at the community level. We bring partners together in networks to advocate for reform, and share tools and best practices to support fishing communities across the globe.
Summary job description
The Senior Financial Accountant is a key member of Blue Ventures’ global finance team, responsible for supporting the delivery of accurate, timely, and Charity SORP-compliant financial accounting across our international operations. Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting, this fixed-term role will play a hands-on part in month-end and year-end close, consolidation, balance sheet integrity, and statutory accounts preparation, ensuring high-quality financial reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
As maternity cover for an 18-month period starting in May 2026 (early June at the latest), the postholder will provide continuity and operational stability within the accounting function. The role requires strong technical accounting capability, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with country finance teams in a globally distributed environment, helping to maintain robust financial controls and audit readiness in support of Blue Ventures’ mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Campaigns and Marketing
Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with the client on a fantastic Head of Campaigns and Marketing role. This leadership position involves shaping and executing strategic marketing campaigns to elevate the organisation’s visibility and engagement within the charity sector. The successful candidate will drive innovative initiatives that align with the client’s mission and values.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to support organisational goals.
- Lead the planning, execution, and optimisation of multi-channel campaigns across digital and traditional platforms.
- Analyse campaign performance metrics to ensure results meet targets, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
- Collaborate across teams to ensure brand consistency and impactful messaging.
- Manage outside agencies and internal teams to deliver creative content and outreach programmes.
- Stay informed of sector trends and incorporate best practices into campaign planning.
- Oversee budget allocation and ensure cost-effective campaign execution.
- Foster an inclusive and innovative approach to campaign development and delivery.
Person Specification
- Proven experience leading large-scale marketing campaigns, ideally within the charity or non-profit sector.
- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate goals into compelling campaigns.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
- Demonstrable experience managing teams and external partners.
- Analytical mindset with experience in measuring success and adjusting strategies accordingly.
- Creative problem-solving abilities and a collaborative approach.
- Resilience and flexibility to adapt to a dynamic environment.
What’s on Offer
Salary: £249.01 basic pay + £39.98 holiday pay
Fully remote
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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Role Overview:
The Talent Set is delighted to partner with a leading charity on a vital Interim Supporter Care Manager role. This position involves leading and managing supporter engagement activities, ensuring high-quality supporter experiences during a busy fundraising period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and support the supporter care team to deliver exceptional supporter experiences across multiple campaigns.
- Oversee supporter enquiry processes, ensuring timely, consistent, and high-quality responses within agreed SLAs.
- Line manage staff, providing supervision, coaching, and development opportunities.
- Coordinate workload and resources to handle peaks in supporter enquiries, particularly during major events.
- Develop and streamline processes for supporter engagement, liaising with other teams to support supporter journeys effectively.
- Handle complex supporter enquiries, complaints, and escalations with diplomacy and sensitivity.
- Monitor volume and performance of supporter interactions across channels such as email, SMS, and social media, recommending solutions to minimise response times.
- Support wider project teams by providing capacity planning, coverage, and communication to ensure supporter needs are prioritised.
- Maintain compliance with GDPR and Fundraising Code of Practice, ensuring all supporter data is managed securely.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience managing supporter or customer care teams, preferably within a mass participation or community engagement context.
- Strong line management skills, including supervising and developing team members.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain consistent messaging across channels.
- Skilled in handling supporter queries with diplomacy and professionalism.
- Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and manage workload during busy periods.
- Experience working with supporter databases and reporting tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively, prioritise tasks, and support colleagues across projects.
- Enthusiastic about supporter engagement and charity work, with a focus on providing outstanding supporter experiences.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary: £22.58 per hour plus holiday pay
- Location: Remote
- Contract: Part-time (21 hours per week) and lasting 2 months
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
The Business Support Officer will play a key role in the smooth running of Community Leisure UK, with a specific focus on facilitating members’ meetings and managing queries from members. The postholder will ensure that our members’ Special Interest Group, and other thematic, meetings are organised and run efficiently, and that information is shared regularly with our membership via email. They will often be the first point of contact in relation to member queries and will be responsible for directing and responding to queries as appropriate. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate contact details for the networks. An overview of our networks can be found on our website.
About Community Leisure UK
Community Leisure UK is a national members’ association representing leisure and culture charitable trusts and social enterprises across the UK. We are a small team of 6, supporting c.100 members across the UK.
Our Values
We embed our values through everything that we do, creating a common purpose and an organisational culture that we are proud of.
- Integrity
We believe in a principled and ethical approach to our work, championing transparency in every aspect of our and our members’ work.
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Fairness
Inclusivity and equity are at the heart of everything we do, regardless of the shape of size of members or partners.
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Passion
Our passion drives our work and our team, with a core belief in championing the Trust model and the value of public leisure and culture services.
For further information on our work and areas of focus please visit our website.
What you'll get in return
We are a remote based team, coming together for meetings and team days throughout the year. We are committed to flexible working, and to working with individuals to understand their optimum working patterns. In addition, we support ongoing CPD and training for all staff and work with Personal Development Plans to ensure we support progression and development.
Daily start of the day check ins, and weekly catch ups are arranged wherever possible with your manager and/or team, so that you feel fully supported in your work.
Please note that during your induction and probationary period, there will be a requirement to attend an office location in either Edinburgh or London on to do face to face training and induction.
Main Areas of Work and Requirements
The main areas of work and requirements of the Business Support Officer will involve:
Administration
- Prepare and circulate agendas and papers for Special Interest Group meetings in collaboration with the meeting Chairs and Community Leisure UK team
- Record and track progress on agreed actions from meetings and support efficient follow-up
- Support with the organisation for Regional Meetings in collaboration with Regional Directors
- Organise online webinars, events and ad-hoc meetings as required in collaboration with the team
- Ad-hoc admin support to the team as needed
- Support with the regular deletion of data in line with GDPR
- Monthly mailout to collect submissions for the monthly ezine
- Post members’ job advertisements onto the website
- Support with minute taking at the three General Meetings per year
Membership and Communications
- Circulate network queries received from members
- Respond to members enquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain and update content on the members’ area of the website
- Keep contact details up to date on our database for our networks
- Provide website logins for members when requested
Person specification
To join us, you’ll need a keen interest in leisure, culture and the role of social enterprises and charities. We actively encourage applicants who are both working now and who are looking for work.
Prior experience
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Experience of providing administrative and meeting support
Knowledge and understanding
- Interest in the charity and social enterprise sectors
- Knowledge and understanding of supporting committees
Skills
- Strong inter-personal skills supporting effective engagement and working with members, external stakeholders and venues
- Ability to actively listen and to convey information clearly and concisely, including sharing information across the organisation and with members
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan own workload, and take into account the workloads of others.
- Completes work to a high standard and shares knowledge across the organisation
- Respect other individuals; listens and takes into account different opinions, feelings and motivations; is trustworthy and acts with integrity; responds and acts constructively towards others
- Take personal responsibility for the complete delivery of projects, tasks and outcomes
- Is reliable and completes agreed work to timescale
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle unexpected situations
- A willingness to learn and develop their professional and personal skills
- Experience of using IT systems, including Microsoft products, and willingness to learn about other platforms including, but not limited to MailChimp and WordPress.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.