Jobs in Harlow
General Counsel
Permanent
Full time (34.5 hours),, we are open to a conversation about how you work these hours
Location: Split between home and our London Office (with at least 2 days based in the office each week)
Salary Range: £116,000 - £124,000
About us
At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer. We're going all out to find even better ways to help even more people who need our support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions.
About the role:
As Macmillan’s General Counsel, you will lead all legal, governance and regulatory activity across the organisation. You’ll act as our principal legal adviser, ensuring we operate with integrity and confidence while delivering maximum impact for people living with cancer.
Strategic Legal Leadership
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Advise the Chief Executive, Executive Team and Board on legal, governance and risk matters
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Provide expert legal guidance across contracts, employment, IP, data protection and regulatory compliance
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Lead legal input into transformation, mergers, partnerships and major organisational initiatives
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Oversee safeguarding, serious incident reporting and regulatory investigations
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Apply commercial judgement to balance opportunity and risk
Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
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Design and embed Macmillan’s risk and information governance frameworks
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Maintain organisational risk appetite, reporting and assurance
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Ensure compliance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and ISO27001
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Oversee risk registers, business continuity and crisis management
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Lead whistleblowing, complaints, investigations, insurance and indemnities
Contract & Commercial Management
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Shape commercial models and partnership structures
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Draft, review and negotiate contracts, grants and partnership agreements
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Strengthen contract management systems and templates
Ethics, ESG & Stakeholder Engagement
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Lead Macmillan’s ethics and integrity framework
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Provide oversight of data ethics and responsible technology use
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Support ESG priorities and represent Macmillan with regulators and sector bodies
Team Leadership & Organisational Impact
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Lead and develop the Legal and Governance team
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Build organisational legal literacy through training and guidance
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Manage departmental planning and budgets
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Ensure early legal involvement in organisational projects
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
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Is an experienced senior lawyer with broad commercial, regulatory and governance expertise
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Has a strong track record advising Boards and Executive Teams
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Brings sound commercial judgement and a balanced approach to risk
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Understands data protection, compliance and sector‑specific regulation
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Has significant experience negotiating complex contracts and partnerships
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Demonstrates strong ethical judgement and commitment to integrity
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Is an inclusive, inspiring leader who develops high‑performing teams
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Communicates with clarity and influence at all levels
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Thrives in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment
Recruitment Process
Application deadline: Sun 15th Feb 2026
First interview dates: Early - mid March 2026
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed.
We welcome applications from everyone who meet the criteria and strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Macmillan. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee representation body, ‘Our Voice’ and 8 Employee Network groups help us promote fairness and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
**PLEASE NOTE: To apply for this vacancy, please ensure you firstly download a copy of our application form from the documents section below and complete it. 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.**
Title: Events Manager
Salary: Circa £40,000
Hours:35 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed-term contract for 18 months
Reports to: Head of Philanthropy
Key relationships :Internal: Philanthropy Team, Corporate Team, Comms Team, CEO. External: UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador team and Branch Office. UNHCR Private Sector Partnerships Team.
Location: WeWork, 1 Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (We operate a hybrid working policy with at least 1 mandatory office attendance per week)
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.
JOB PURPOSE
This is a pivotal role in supporting and elevating our philanthropy and partnerships programmes which have seen significant growth in recent years. You will play a key part in helping the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) team cultivate meaningful relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), major donors, foundations, and corporate partners through high-quality events that inspire, engage, and deepen commitment to the refugee cause.
We are looking for a creative and strategic professional who thrives on delivering impactful experiences for influential audiences. You will have proven expertise in managing complex, high-profile events, exceptional communication and project management skills, and the ability to craft compelling event themes that connect supporters to UNHCR’s global mission.
Working closely with the PPH team and international colleagues, you will design and execute a portfolio of bespoke in-person and virtual events - from intimate donor briefings to large-scale gatherings - that showcase UNHCR’s priority programmes and leadership. Your role will be central to engaging existing supporters and attracting new philanthropic partners.
If you are passionate about creating transformative experiences that drive social impact and have the skills to deliver at the highest level, we would love to hear from you.
Why us?
- We are an ambitious and fast-moving organisation backed by the incredible reach of UNHCR. You get the best of both worlds: the ability to innovate quickly and the opportunity to work with extraordinary speakers and colleagues across a global network.
- Based in the vibrant Shoreditch/Old Street area, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture that values creativity, bold ideas and collaboration.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and deliver a programme of impactful events that advance the Private Partnerships & Philanthropy (PPH) strategy and inspire our audiences- from exclusive gatherings for major philanthropists to bespoke receptions for corporate partners.
- Lead the strategic vision and execution of all events, shaping concepts that align with organisational priorities, overseeing beginning-to-end project management, and ensuring excellence in delivery, budget management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Influence and manage senior relationships across UK for UNHCR and global UNHCR teams, acting as a trusted advisor on event strategy and implementation to secure buy-in and collaboration.
- Collaborate with Philanthropy and Partnerships Team to ensure events support donor cultivation and stewardship journeys, driving deeper engagement and long-term support.
- Leverage insights to craft compelling event narratives and experiences that resonate with high-value supporters and reflect UNHCR’s global mission.
- Establish measurement frameworks to evaluate event success, inform future strategy, and demonstrate impact to internal and external stakeholders.
- Champion refugee storytelling, ensuring refugee voices and lived experiences remain central to all events content and design.
- Share best practice across UK and global markets, contributing to international knowledge exchange, training, and innovation in donor engagement.
- Data Management ensuring events data is recorded on Salesforce in a timely and accurate fashion.
PERSONAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience, Skills & Knowledge
- Proven track record in designing and delivering bespoke, high-quality events designed for influential audiences, including UHNWIs and senior corporate leaders, that strengthen relationships and drive engagement.
- Experience working with high-profile individuals on events – this could be celebrities, high profile speakers, well-known academics or renowned artists engaged to deliver special a special event experience.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and inspire confidence.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional project groups, facilitating productive collaboration and driving consensus on strategic event objectives.
- Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring excellence in creative content, copy, and overall event presentation.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Experience of using technology to create innovative and experiential event experiences.
- Experience of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience of working at an international development, human rights, or humanitarian NGO.
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
- 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.
Closing date: Midday 16th February 2026
Interviews date: Week commencing 23rd February 2026
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us . 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.
We stand with refugees – will you join us?

Actively Interviewing
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!
Closing Date: 15 February 2026
Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable and collaborative individual with extensive Gift Aid experience to join us as our Gift Aid Manager, to lead a valuable income stream for Save the Children UK.
About Us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm.When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave.We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About the role
As Gift Aid Manager, you will oversee our end-to-end Donation Gift Aid programme, working closely with fundraising, data, finance and external partners. You'll need to be confident, hitting the ground running, building strong relationships quickly, and taking ownership of complex, cross-organisational processes.
We are looking for a true Gift Aid professional. This is not just a data or process management role: you will be the organisation's go-to authority on Gift Aid, providing expert advice and training, leading assurance activity, shaping strategy and building capability across teams.
This role sits at the heart of that income, ensuring we maximise every eligible pound while meeting the highest standards of compliance, assurance and supporter experience.
In this role, you will:
- Act as the internal expert and trusted adviser on Gift Aid for fundraising, data and finance teams
- Oversee the end-to-end Gift Aid programme, ensuring compliance, accuracy and an excellent supporter experience
- Develop and deliver a Gift Aid strategy to maximise income and identify new opportunities across fundraising
- Ensure full compliance with HMRC Gift Aid regulations, leading on regulatory change and liaising with HMRC
- Own organisational Gift Aid knowledge management, including documentation, guidance and training
- Lead Gift Aid assurance and audits, ensuring HMRC-audit readiness and issue resolution
About you
To be successful, it is important that you have:
- Extensive practical knowledge of HMRC Gift Aid regulations, with experience of Gift Aid management and/or auditing
- Experience working with Gift Aid data and supporter databases (Salesforce preferred), and managing end-to-end, data-driven processes
- Strong understanding of charity fundraising income streams and related regulations, including data protection
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, delivering to deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, including experience explaining complex Gift Aid requirements and delivering training or guidance
- Commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission and values.
What we offer you:
Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance.
- We focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health and wellbeing both in and outside of work.
- We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. You can read more about our benefits here.
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 15th February
Ways of Working:
The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but there are likely to be times when you will be required to come to your contracted office (up to 2-4 days per month or 6-8 days per quarter). This will be agreed with your Line Manager and team and is intended to be time spent on collaborating with colleagues and relationship building.
Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.
Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think.
We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Supporter Care Executive
London (Hybrid – 2 days in office)
? 34 hours per week
£15.27 per hour
Temporary contract: February to December 2026
Immediate start available
I’m recruiting on behalf of a well-established national health charity for a Supporter Care Executive to join their busy supporter services team.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys speaking with the public, stays calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering an excellent supporter experience.
The role
You’ll be a key point of contact for supporters, managing enquiries by phone and email, processing donations, and accurately updating supporter records. You’ll also support major fundraising campaigns during the charity’s peak period.
Working as part of a friendly team of around 6, you’ll gain valuable exposure to supporter care, fundraising operations, and national campaigns.
Key responsibilities
Handling supporter enquiries by phone and email
Managing queries around donations, fundraising, and contact preferences
Accurately updating the supporter database
Processing donations and sending thank-you communications
Supporting flagship fundraising campaigns during peak periods
About you
Confident communicator and natural people-person
Comfortable handling a high volume of calls
Organised with strong attention to detail
Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative and reliable team player
If you have the above skills and experience and are immediately available, please apply online today!
Actively Interviewing
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!
Job Title: Travel Trainer
Report To: Laurence Orrell, travel training coordinator
Salary: £13.85 per hour
Location: Travel within the North London and Lambeth areas as required
DBS:This post is subject to a criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure & Barring Service
Context of Job
AFK is a national charity helping young disabled people develop their independence and find employment. As part of this we provide bespoke travel training on London’s public transport network to and from school, college and work placements in the North London area.
We are looking for enthusiastic and flexible candidates to train and support young people to travel specified journeys safely and independently using public transport.
Overall Job Purpose
To train and support a young person to travel a specified journey safely and independently using public transport. Record your observations and give feedback to the travel training coordinator, the young person and their family. To take part in reviews of training as it progresses.
Working Conditions
- Casual working assignment with no minimum hours guaranteed
- Each assignment must be mutually agreed by both parties
- You will be expected to work mornings and/or evenings as required by the job and we will also consider job sharing for this role.
Responsibilities
- Support a young person door-to-door as they travel on public transport.
- Familiarise yourself with the following documents –
- Journey Plan – describes the route you and the trainee will follow, and the alternative route(s) if the need arises.
- Risk Assessment – outlines the support needs of the trainee, and risks and strategies to mitigate them.
- Record your observations using standardised forms and relay your observations to the travel training coordinator on a weekly basis.
- Allow the young person to learn independently and only guide, support or intervene when necessary (this will be included in your induction)
- Approach travel training in a positive manner by reinforcing achievements and viewing obstacles as opportunities to learn. Discuss strategies and agree solutions with the young person, their family and the travel training coordinator.
- To contact the travel training coordinator immediately if there are any emergencies or unexpected situations.
- Ensure that the young person is trained to use the alternative route safely and independently.
- Ensure that the young person learns and/or knows how to contact parents or carers in case of an emergency
- Any issues or concerns must be raised with the travel training coordinator or the business development manager.
Additional Responsibilities
- Learn the support needs of the young person prior to training
- Become familiar with the route
- Become familiar with and then follow AFK’s safeguarding policies and procedures
For more information or an informal chat please call Laurence on 07384 79 55 35.
Please see the attached Job Pack for more details about the role
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would suit the role.
Recruitment Timeline and details
- We will be interviewing on a rolling basis as we receive applications.
- There will be a short test using your mobile phone so please bring it with you
- Please let us know if you need any adjustments in relation to the recruitment process
To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would suit the role
Our vision is a world where there are no barriers to independence for children and young people who are disabled or neurodiverse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: £38,341
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Location: London
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Contract Type: Indefinite
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Hours: Full Time
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Closing Date: 3 March 2026
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First Interview Dates: Week beginning 16 March 2026
About the role
We are hiring in our Grants team which is part of the wider Development Department at ClientEarth. This department is responsible for raising and managing funds to enable the organisation to deliver its mission using the power of the law to bring about systemic change that protects the earth for, and with its inhabitants. As Grants Officer you will work in our Grants Team to manage a portfolio of grants that fund our organisation’s work, with a focus on managing a portfolio of grants from trusts, foundations, and other statutory and institutional funders.
Meet your Manager
In this role, you will be managed by Emma Franklin. Emma is a Grants Manager at ClientEarth, where she oversees a dynamic portfolio of grants related to supporting the Resources, Energy and Mobility system of legal work across Europe and Asia. Emma has worked in grant management and philanthropy roles since 2017 at several major environmental not-for-profits. She’s extremely passionate about climate and environmental issues, and believes deeply in ClientEarth’s mission – using the lasting power of the law to protect our fragile planet. Emma moved to London in May 2024, hailing originally from her hometown of Sydney, Australia.
Main Duties
- Manage a portfolio of grants, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and timelines
- Coordinate key grant management processes including: Go/No-Go, due diligence, funding agreement review, grant kick off and grant management meetings, narrative and financial reporting and renewals.
- Deliver compelling, impactful and timely proposals and reports, and broker the relationship between programmes and the funder
- Maintain excellent relationships with funders through timely communications in relation to the work they support
- Effectively manage reporting and the grant renewal process from start to completion - including working with multiple teams across ClientEarth’s International offices to ensure input from all relevant stakeholders, to complete proposals and reports in a timely and high-quality manner
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Experience in a grant or project management role within the non-profit or public sectors (essential)
- Proven track record in drafting successful proposals, delivering timely and accurate reports and managing funder relationships (essential);
- Experience of managing six figure gifts (essential);
- Knowledge of and/or interest in environmental issues (such as climate change, energy, plastics, chemicals, air pollution, and biodiversity issues), policy and law, litigation, courts and/or environmental justice (desirable)
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.
Using the power of the law to protect life on Earth.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Profile
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead on the recruitment, retention, and value growth of Afghanaid’s supporter base by directing and implementing communications, fundraising and engagement strategies, aligned with broader organisation goals. Designing and managing a tight budget, you will direct the Communication and Giving unit to maximise their success.
You will provide strategic and supervisory oversight of fundraising income from individual giving, regular giving, major donors, trusts and foundations, corporates, community and student fundraising and events, managing annual fundraising appeals and driving organisational unrestricted income growth.
You will lead on communications for Afghanaid, overseeing print, digital, and paid marketing activities and the growth of communications channels. You will execute Afghanaid’s organisational brand strategy which ensures the integrity of the brand and maximises awareness. You will manage all public relations including crisis communications, as well as the growth of strategic media placements and high profile relationships. You will drive the success of organisational impact storytelling and communications for both internal and external stakeholders. As a member of the executive department, you will collaborate and synergise with other departments to promote organisational success.
Key Responsibilities:
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Drive organisational strategy, culture and cross-department collaboration to advance Afghanaid’s mission and objectives.
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Lead development and delivery of Communications, Engagement and Fundraising strategies and work plans.
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Line manage and develop a high-performing team, including staff, volunteers and interns.
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Build and maintain relationships with consultants, agencies and pro bono partners.
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Oversee budgets, reporting and data-driven performance management to ensure efficiency and impact.
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Promote a positive and cohesive London team environment, coordinating hybrid working, inductions and HR support.
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Oversee public fundraising strategy across multiple income streams.
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Lead design and delivery of internal and external appeals, campaigns and donor stewardship.
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Identify new funding opportunities, partnerships and innovation in engagement.
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Oversee the full range of Afghanaid’s event portfolio, and attend relevant events to represent Afghanaid;
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Ensure effective CRM management, data integrity and financial reconciliation.
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Serve as brand guardian, ensuring consistency and evolution of Afghanaid’s identity.
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Oversee creation and execution of integrated communications and marketing plans.
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Direct production of engaging digital and print content, including newsletters, social media, and fundraising collateral.
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Manage website optimisation, SEO and analytics to drive engagement and conversions.
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Lead innovation in digital marketing, email campaigns and supporter journeys.
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Advise leadership on reputation management and crisis communications.
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Develop media policies and act as spokesperson when required.
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Manage proactive and reactive media relations, building relationships with journalists, influencers and advocates.
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Promote Afghanaid’s thought leadership through strategic storytelling and public commentary.
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Commission and direct multimedia content to strengthen organisational storytelling.
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Lead content planning, production and performance analysis.
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Champion participatory storytelling approaches and creative innovation.
Undertake any other duties as and when required by the line director.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
You will be an experienced and dynamic communicator with significant demonstrable experience in fundraising and/or communications at a senior level, coupled with an awareness and up to date knowledge and experience of the tools that would maximise the success of our communications and fundraising activities. In addition, you will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders. Possessing strong management skills, you will have experience of managing small multi-disciplinary teams, providing direction and leadership to enable development and high performance, and the ability to role-model a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.
Education/ Training
Master’s Degree in communications, marketing, public fundraising or another relevant field (or at least 5-years’ experience).
Work Experience
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At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, supporter engagement or communications, with at least 2 years’ experience directly managing staff.
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Experience developing and leading integrated multi-channel and multi-stakeholder communications, engagement and/or fundraising strategies.
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Experience in growing audiences, engagement and/or income streams.
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Experience communicating about and/or fundraising for and/or maintaining engagement with Afghanistan or a similar context.
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Experience using KPIs and data to make data-driven decisions to improve efficacy and efficiency.
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Experience managing and monitoring a tight budget.
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Experience conceptualising, producing and commissioning multimedia content, from marketing and fundraising collateral to audiovisual content.
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Experience running full-funnel, multi-channel marketing strategies including paid advertising.
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Understanding of risks associated with communications, public fundraising, and NGO operating contexts, and experience in mitigating those risks.
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Experience supervising, organising, motivating and developing staff.
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In depth knowledge of trends in storytelling, brand, PR, marketing and fundraising.
Professional Skills, Competencies, Values and Attitudes
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff is passionate about and proud of Afghanaid. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
Specifically, the holder of this position should also demonstrate the following:
Essential
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Fluent in spoken and written English.
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Track record of increasing audiences, fundraising totals and engagement metrics from multiple different sources, with a strong business development mindset.
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Experience securing five or six figure gifts from funders;
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Solutions and results orientated; energised by thinking outside the box, and by finding and pursuing novel or innovative approaches and solutions.
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Experience using Salesforce CRM and Marketing Cloud
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Skilled at spotting and prioritising opportunities and synergies, and effective in securing wide-ranging forms of engagement and partnership.
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Excellent listening, speaking and writing skills; strong capabilities of persuasion and a proven track record of uniting people around a common goal.
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Multimedia skills, with knowledge, experience and enthusiasm in driving digital innovation.
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Highly organised with strong leadership and project management skills, able to collaboratively manage competing priorities with senior and junior colleagues.
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Demonstrably skilled brand custodian, able to mitigate risks, anticipate and capitalise upon opportunities, and strengthen reputation.
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Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively, both in leading a team and as part of the team.
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Passionate about driving change, and inspiring individuals and groups to support a cause to deliver that change.
Desirable
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Experience working within an international development or humanitarian context, particularly with causes related to Afghanistan
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Strategic understanding of UK and global fundraising landscapes and emerging giving trends.
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Proven ability to represent an organisation publicly with confidence, professionalism and credibility.
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Experience guiding senior leaders or trustees on media, communications and reputational matters.
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Skilled in crisis communications and reputation management.
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Understanding of inclusive and ethical storytelling practices, with sensitivity to safeguarding considerations.
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Experience developing high-value corporate or media partnerships.
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Comfortable working in a fast-moving, resource-limited environment and adapting to changing external circumstances.
The Organisation
Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development organisation. For over forty years, our dedicated personnel have worked with millions of families in some of the poorest and most remote communities in Afghanistan. We build basic services, improve livelihoods, strengthen the rights of women and children, help communities protect against natural disasters and adapt to climate change, and respond to humanitarian emergencies. We are headquartered in Kabul, and operate provincial and district offices across Afghanistan, as well as a Marketing and Fundraising office in London. We employ around 500 personnel, 97% of whom are Afghans.
Other Information
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff are passionate about and proud to work at Afghanaid. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
Our remuneration and benefits package is competitive with other similar organisations.
This position presents an excellent opportunity for someone who has the ambition and determination to move up in their career.
Please submit a cover letter (no more than two A4 pages) and CV (no more than two A4 pages) via CharityJob or to the email address provided by 23:30 on the 12th March 2026, including your name and the job title in the subject line. The precision and style with which you present yourself in your cover letter and CV will be given significant weight in shortlisting candidates. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful for shortlisting.
Working with communities in Afghanistan to find long-lasting solutions and provide life-saving support to those in crisis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a charity based in London to recruit for the Mass Participation Executive in order to take the lead on a growing portfolio of virtual fundraising events.
This role focuses on delivering engaging, month-long virtual challenges that inspire supporters to get active, connect with a cause, and fundraise, from walking challenges to themed activity campaigns. You’ll manage events end to end, from planning and budgeting through to marketing delivery, supporter stewardship and post campaign evaluation.
Working closely with the Mass Participation Manager and wider teams, you’ll also help develop and test new virtual event ideas, keeping a close eye on sector trends and opportunities to innovate and grow the programme.
If you’re highly organised, digitally savvy, and passionate about creating brilliant supporter experiences, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
About You:
- Experience coordinating fundraising events or campaigns
- Understanding of digital marketing channels for driving participation in challenge events
- Knowledge of effective supporter stewardship techniques
- Ability to use insight, data and trends to inform decisions
- Experience using a relationship database or CRM for fundraising activity
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
- Knowledge of charity fundraising and data protection regulations
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- A collaborative, proactive and positive approach, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
Desirable
- CIOF or CIM qualification
- Experience of virtual event fundraising
- Experience coordinating digital advertising campaigns and analysing results
- Experience using Facebook fundraising tools
- Budget management and scenario planning experience
Salary of £33,000- £35,000 per annum
Location: London, hybrid working, 2 day a week in the office
Contract type: permanent, full- time,
Closing date: On rolling basis
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Prospectus are pleased to be supporting our client in their search for a Senior Philanthropy Manager (Maternity Cover).
Since they opened their doors in 1871, the venue has been home to the world’s leading figures in music, dance, entertainment and conversation. From the Suffragettes to Stormzy, Elgar to Einstein, the Beatles to Bassey… icons grace their stage.
A charity known and loved across the globe, they are home to dreams and determination, contemplation and celebration – bringing people together to lift their spirits and inspire. Every year nearly 2 million people enjoy unforgettable experiences in their spectacular building, with millions more joining online and through broadcast worldwide.
This is a 12–15-month maternity cover contract, paying a salary of £58,700 per annum. The postholder will be working in a hybrid model from their offices in London.
The Senior Philanthropy Manager will primarily be focused on generating funds from high value individuals, through major gifts, mid value gifts and legacies, to support these goals. The postholder will develop and review the strategy for stewarding individuals into making major gifts and maximising the income generated from them.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing and managing high value donations from individuals. You will have extensive experience in individual giving, ideally within an arts and culture or heritage organisation and of fundraising for a capital campaign.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Prospectus is recruiting for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer for a UK-based charity that provides free, confidential support to people who are grieving after the death of someone close to them.
This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis with a salary of £32,000 per annum. This is a remote role with occasional travel.
The Senior Trusts and Foundations Officer will be responsible for proactively securing and growing income from a large portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations, working collaboratively with funders and teams across the organisation to develop and submit compelling proposals. The postholder will ensure high quality applications focused on an agreed range of cases for support, funder reporting, and prospect research.
They are looking for someone with significant experience in successfully securing income from trusts and foundations including demonstrable experience of securing four and five figure grants. You will be experienced in managing a large portfolio of funders, with a high level of autonomy.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Ariha Semontee at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
When dementia changes someone’s life, the right support can make all the difference. If you care about helping people live well with dementia and making sure carers feel informed, listened to and supported, this could be a role where you genuinely see the impact of your work. We are excited to be offering a great opportunity to work closely with the Local Service Manager to maintain and develop networks.
Hours – 21 hours and 35 hours
Location – Across Havering Borough with homeworking requirements
Our role is a rewarding and varied opportunity to be at the heart of our work across Havering Borough. As a Dementia Adviser, you'll build and maintain trusted relationships across the community, becoming a familiar and supportive presence for people navigating what can be one of the most difficult times of their lives. You'll play a key role in and running and engaging in group activities — including our much-loved activity sessions and Carer Support Session — creating safe, inclusive spaces where people can connect, share, and feel less alone. Part of the role will also require visiting service users in their own home, to provide face to face support. You'll also be responsible for keeping detailed and accurate records of your work, updating our CRM system with confidential notes to ensure the highest standard of care and continuity for every person we support. Whether
you're reaching out to people by phone, or facilitating a group, every interaction matters — and you'll be there to make it count.
What you’ll need:
- Ability to travel across the Havering Borough area.
- Understanding and knowledge of Health and Social Care sector and the impact their additional support requirements have on individuals, carers and families.
- Great organisational and timekeeping skills
- Experience with communicating with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels.
- An understanding of Equity, Diversity and Belonging and the ability to interweave that knowledge into the heart of everything we do
- Good IT skills, experience working with client / patient databases and meeting software (Teams / Zoom).
Interview Dates: 9th & 10th March 2026 via MS Teams
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer’s Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it’s like to be an employee at the Society.
Do you want to be part of the team leading a busy Community Centre in the heart of Shoreditch that has a 135-year history of combating the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion in East London?
Who we are
St. Hilda’s East (SHE) is a local charity which aims to combat the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion through the delivery of a wide range of engaging activities which promote wellbeing and social connections. Located in Tower Hamlets, our services include pre-school sensory play, youth programmes, social activities and support for older people, advice, a food co-operative, wellbeing activities for people experiencing mental health issues, and volunteering placements.
Founded in 1889 by alumnae of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we now work from two sites – our large, friendly community centre located in Shoreditch and an Elders Day Centre for the Bangladeshi and other communities in Shadwell. At our Shoreditch community centre, we deliver a wide range of services, activities and events and provide office and meeting space for other organisations. We also manage 2 neighbouring buildings which are tenanted.
Job Purpose:
Working from St. Hilda’s East Community Centre in Shoreditch, the Facilities Assistant will support the Head of Operations, in the day-to-day running and improvement of SHE’s buildings and spaces – ensuring they are tidy, safe, clean, fit for purpose and welcoming. This will involve improving and implementing best practice procedures primarily regarding facilities and all elements of health and safety across both our sites - ensuring that we comply with regulatory standards.
This job is for you if:
- you’re friendly, people focused and motivated by working in a community setting.
- are highly organised, practical and adaptable with great written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- you have hands-on experience looking after buildings or facilities and feel confident managing health & safety, compliance, record keeping and contractors to keep spaces safe, tidy and well run. have a flexible, creative approach to work with the willingness to learn, handle multiple expectations and work within a diverse team.
Benefits
You will have access to an Employee Assistance Program, Training & Development support, flexible working arrangements and 25 annual leave days prorated plus bank holidays.
Closing date for applications: 22nd February 2026 at 23:59
Our Recruitment Policy: St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion anddiversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity anddifference in lived experiences of our local community.
To apply click 'Apply Now', and submit your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should be no more than 1 page long and, explain how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Specification. Don’t forget to provide examples to evidence your experience and abilities.
St Hilda’s East delivers a wide range of engaging activities for local communities in Tower Hamlets to promote wellbeing and social connection.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to design, automate, and optimise our cloud based infrastructure on a permanent basis. You'll build modern Azure solutions, automate processes using PowerShell, C#, Azure DevOps, Git, Bicep and ensure our cloud environment is secure, scalable, and efficient.
You'll manage and enhance key platforms including Azure, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and Microsoft Entra, while overseeing monitoring, performance, and lifecycle management. You'll also strengthen security through proactive vulnerability management, automated remediation and robust backup strategies, supported by strong networking knowledge.
This collaborative role involves working closely with teams across the business, supporting day to day operations, and maintaining clear technical documentation. If you're passionate about cloud engineering and automation, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact.
This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in London (near Tower Hill). You will be expected to attend the office once a fortnight. Travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.
Age UK internal grade - 5LT
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
Azure DevOps experience including pipeline creation, management, optimization, and release. A, I
Proven ability to architect and implement solutions across the Azure platform (App Services, Functions, Storage, Networking, Virtual Machines, etc.) A, I
In-depth experience with Microsoft Azure, with emphasis on automation and scripting. A, I
Proven experience deploying and managing IaaS and PaaS workloads on Microsoft Azure. A, I
Experience in effectively addressing vulnerabilities. A, I
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions, as well as effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. A, I
Skills and Knowledge
Advanced scripting skills (preferably PowerShell and C#) with demonstrated ability to build complex automation solutions. A, I
Proficiency with Git source control and workflows. A, I
Understanding of IaaS/PaaS/SaaS approaches to infrastructure and their trade-offs. A, I
Understanding of IT security principles. A, I
Understanding of the product lifecycle, from inception to decommissioning. A, I
Understanding of common networking concepts and protocols. A, I
Personal attributes
Strong communication skills, verbal and written. I
Great to haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
Infrastructure as Code experience deploying and managing Azure infrastructure programmatically through automation (Bicep, Terraform, or ARM templates). A, I
Experience with container technologies (Docker, Azure Container Instances, Azure Kubernetes Service). A, I
Linux management experience. A, I
Skills and Knowledge
C# development skills for custom tooling, Azure Functions, and automation utilities. A, I
Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Application Insights, Log Analytics, Azure Monitor). A, I
Relevant Microsoft Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, or AZ-400). A, I
What we offer in return
- * Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
* Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
* Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
* Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
* Blue Light Card Scheme
* You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
The role will be required to be in the linked office at least once a fortnight. In this case the linked office is One America Square.
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
LGBT Foundation is an impactful, vibrant charity with a wide portfolio of well-established services and rapidly developing new initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans people. The Fundraising & Marketing Team at LGBT Foundation is a small yet collaborative group of professionals. They are dedicated to advancing the visibility and impact of the UK’s leading health and wellbeing charity. The team is responsible for implementing wide-ranging fundraising, communication, and marketing strategies. By leveraging various channels such as email marketing, the organisation’s website, video, social media, OOH advertising and traditional media, the team strives to support the national visibility, brand awareness, impact storytelling and income generation of the charity by attracting, engaging and stewarding a growing supporter base. LGBT Foundation’s Partnerships & Philanthropy Advisor will work with fundraising & marketing colleagues to deliver against strategic objectives and achieve in-year financial targets, significantly increasing income and support, specifically from corporates, individual giving (donations), legacies and fundraising events. In this role as a Partnerships & Philanthropy Advisor, corporate partnerships (attraction, engagement, and retention) will be a priority, ensuring members see the value in our offer.
You will also work with the Director of Fundraising & Marketing to shape four individual giving campaigns a year and two legacy awareness campaigns a year. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Marketing Manager to keep fundraising information on webpages and social channels active, ensuring regular promotion of charity challenges and shaping digital mobilisation efforts which will build the charity’s supporter base, attracting more new donors.
You will support regular reporting on performance towards financial targets, working closely with colleagues to reconcile income, ensure Salesforce records and reports are up-to-date and that integrations support automated data flows.
We are taking positive action to encourage applications from people of colour (PoC) and other racially minoritised communities, trans*, non-binary, and/or older people (aged 50+), to improve the representation of colleagues from these communities in our staff team.
*Trans is an umbrella & inclusive term used to describe people whose gender identity differs from that which they were assigned at birth; including non-binary people, and those who partially or incompletely identify with their sex assigned at birth.
We celebrate and empower our diverse communities to realise their full potential, every day.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advocate who is passionate about supporting male victim/survivors of abuse to join our unique specialist housing support project (Ashraya Project) for Male victims of domestic abuse. The role is a hybrid working role based at our London office close to Old Street tube station with travel throughout London as required.
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
- Practice Support: Clinical supervision and group reflective practice
You will:
Effectively manage and provide a pro-active, high quality frontline service to male victims of domestic abuse. You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of MARAC and multi-agency partners when required. This role requires a specialist understanding of the barriers faced by male victims of domestic abuse and harmful practices. We particularly welcome applicants who are male, as they are under-represented in the provision of support to domestic abuse victim survivors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Effectively manage and develop a high quality, innovative and pro-active domestic abuse service for victims and their children, including those at highest risk
- Ensure that the service prioritises the safety, security and dignity of service users and their children
- Be the lead in crisis situations and provide advice and guidance on safeguarding issues and information sharing concerns.
- The role will work collaboratively with the Management team, in order to achieve the implementation of the business plan and the development of the service to maximise positive outcomes for clients.
- Manage a small team, conducting supervision and case reviews to ensure safe practice.
- Carry a caseload, supporting male domestic abuse victim/survivors to increase their safety.
- Develop relationships with partner agencies in this area.
About You:
Ideally, you will have knowledge of migration and asylum routes and the procedures for applying for refugee/asylum status in the UK, legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience of working with housing, homelessness, drug, alcohol, mental health issues and have an understanding of the benefit system.
You will need:
- Experience of supporting people in vulnerable situations, having worked with victims of domestic violence & abuse.
- Knowledge of safeguarding issues, legal responsibilities and GDPR & data protection regulations.
- Have strong crisis management skills to support staff dealing with stressful and difficult situations
- Experience of managing a team delivering front line support to victims or domestic abuse or vulnerable people to a high standard
- A passion for working with male victim/survivors
- Experience of working with housing agencies or in a housing setting is advantageous
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details
About Us:
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.


