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About Ukie
Ukie is the trade association that represents and supports the UK’s thriving video game and interactive entertainment industry. Our small team supports a membership of nearly 700 leading businesses, helping them as they create some of the world’s most exciting games. Our membership includes cutting-edge companies working across the interactive entertainment industry from Sony PlayStation, Electronic Arts and Microsoft to Jagex, Roblox, Ustwo games and many more.
This role is focussed on supporting industry talent through our education, skills and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives. Ukie endeavours to empower the next generation of industry talent through our programmes, including; Digital Schoolhouse (DSH), Student Membership, Raise the Game (RTG) and supporting family friendly video games through Ask About Games. Working together we aim to enable anyone with a passion for video games to flourish. We promote a fun and playful approach to education, with creativity and innovation sitting at the heart of what we do. The education team at Ukie sits across disciplines, supports our members, and works with a broad range of partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will play an integral and role within this team, enabling them to experience the breadth of the games industry.
There are opportunities for the successful candidate to showcase their strategic leadership and entrepreneurial spirit and co-ordinate activity whilst working with people from different backgrounds and levels of seniority. Stakeholder and relationship management are key to this role.
Ukie is an inclusive, small, diverse, not-for-profit company of 20 people with a commitment to the exciting, creative, innovative sector we represent. An inclusive team attitude is essential. We offer a work culture and environment where entrepreneurialism and teamwork are celebrated. We encourage you to have a look at the Ukie website to see who the team members are and to read our Values and Beliefs.
About you
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and motivated Project and Programme Manager with experience of delivering complex and multi-stakeholder programmes on time, and within budget.
You will oversee a portfolio of internally and externally-funded projects focused on the delivery of Ukie’s Supercharged mission. Initially, this is likely to include Ukie’s successful Raise the Game initiative alongside a number of smaller skills-related projects.
Ideally you will bring:
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Strong organisational skills with the ability and experience to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and competing priorities.
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Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including the ability to build strong and collaborative working relationships across teams and with external stakeholders
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Effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
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The ability to work accurately with a good eye for detail.
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Good knowledge and experience of programme and project management methods and how to apply them.
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Enthusiastic, with an understanding and sensitivity to the wide range of issues facing the games industry.
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A commitment to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and cultural sensitivity in all our communication work.
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The ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders with varied priorities.
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Ability to work under pressure when required.
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A proactive and flexible attitude and the ability to act on own initiative but knowing when to seek advice and/or approval.
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Diplomatic, friendly, efficient, empathetic and helpful attitude.
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The ability to work and communicate collaboratively as part of a team.
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Flexibility to work with different parts of the team and adapt to changing requirements.
We are a flexible and inclusive employer. If you are excited by the role, but do not feel you meet 100% of the requirements or qualifications we encourage you to apply anyway explaining why your skills and experience make you an ideal candidate.
What you’ll be doing
As a Programme Manager, based primarily within the Education team you will also be responsible for leading on the delivery of a range of funded partner projects. Working with colleagues across teams, you will support funding bids for new education and social impact based projects. Should these be successful then you will hold lead responsibility for co-ordinating work with colleagues to ensure successful delivery.
Key responsibilities
As Programme Manager you will:
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Provide programme leadership for our Raise the Game (RTG) initiative. Oversee the end-to-end delivery, ensuring the programme meets its objectives and delivers measurable impact across the UK video games industry.
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Shape the programme’s strategy and roadmap, aligning activities with Ukie’s wider mission and priorities.
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Stakeholder engagement and partnerships. Build and maintain strong relationships with partner organisations, industry leaders, educators and community groups. Act as the key point of contact for all programme stakeholders, championing diversity and inclusion in every interaction.
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Establish the RTG small grant funding pot and oversee its process for distribution.
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Plan, co-ordinate and deliver key programme activities, including the annual Festival of Food event.
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Manage programme budgets and resources effectively, ensuring value for money and long term sustainability.
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Work closely with Ukie’s Communications team to develop and deliver impactful content, case studies and campaigns that amplify our initiatives and increase engagement.
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Represent Ukie at external events, roundtables and conferences as a visible ambassador.
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Promote good practice in diversity, equity and inclusion practices across the games sector, influencing industry approaches.
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Co-ordinate working groups and steering committees related to initiatives and projects being managed.
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Work with Ukie colleagues to seek and apply for funding opportunities related to Ukie’s social impact and education work.
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Work with colleagues to design and deliver funded projects.
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Oversee end to end delivery of individual projects. Managing roles and responsibilities as appropriate.
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Manage project budgets, allocating staff capacity and resources whilst adapting to changing requirements.
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Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise communication of progress and managing expectations.
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Monitor project delivery, overseeing progress and ensuring the project meets milestones and quality standards.
What you can expect from us
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An opportunity to work with a friendly energetic and supportive team on behalf of the UK’s fast growing video games industry.
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A chance to gain hands on experience, assuming real responsibility over your areas of work.
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Support for your training and development to ensure that you continue to develop while working at Ukie.
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An opportunity to be at the heart of global games industry and its leaders.
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A great working environment, which provides access to mental health support, financial advice and regular socialising within the team.
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A flexible working environment with paid time off for volunteering.
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The chance to travel and attend a range of industry events, both nationally and internationally.
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Generous annual leave with additional long service entitlements.
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Pension and Private Healthcare upon completion of probation.
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Access to the annual bonus scheme and additional benefits.
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Early finish on Friday’s and lots of opportunities to play video games!
Other information
Monday to Friday – 9.00am to 5.30pm
Expectation that some evening and weekend work will be required to attend events as the business requires.
Ukie allows remote work, but there is an expectation of regular visits to the office.
This role profile is not exhaustive; it will be subject to periodic review and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business.
The post holder will be expected to participate in this process and we would aim to reach agreement to the changes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £45,000
Contract: Permanent – Full Time
Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days per week in office)
Closing Date: 24th October
Benefits: 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), up to 9% pension contribution, wellness and professional development support
Are you ready to lead a transformative legacy programme from the ground up? We’re recruiting for a Legacy Manager to join a forward-thinking health-focused organisation. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new legacy strategy, grow a £1m income stream and embed legacy giving into the organisation’s culture.
In this pivotal role, you’ll:
- Design and implement a comprehensive legacy strategy
- Develop engaging marketing campaigns to inspire legacy support
- Build and nurture relationships with legacy pledgers and prospects
- Collaborate with an external administrator to manage legacy income and ensure excellent stewardship
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in legacy fundraising and marketing
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinker with budget management expertise and a results-driven mindset
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Emma.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency. We’re committed to equity and inclusion across the sector and take a relationship-led approach to matching candidates with meaningful roles. Learn more about our diversity pledge on our website.
Please note: If we receive a high volume of applications, the organisation may close the recruitment process early.
To discuss this opportunity further, please quote reference 2730EI
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!
We are looking for an ambitious Account Manager to lead the relationships with some of our most prestigious corporate and charity clients, including our largest event series, the Macmillan Mighty Hikes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading sports events company and to rapidly progress as Threshold continues to grow.
We’ll be asking you to do this
- With the guidance of a Senior Account Director, lead a portfolio of bespoke sports events for some of the UK’s biggest corporate and charity brands
- Build close relationships with a number of clients simultaneously, earning the trust of stakeholders to develop the accounts towards renewal
- Maintain momentum with both internal and client teams, creating project timelines and weekly meetings (drawing up agendas and managing follow up actions to completion)
- Plan and execute the participant journey, managing the online registration system, inbox traffic, copy writing of email comms and creating event guides
- Support the creation of event branding (from brief to production to delivery)
- Process and transfer participant data to relevant parties ensuring GDPR compliance
- Shaping, presenting and managing budgets for additional activation plans that meet client objectives
- Create live event documents e.g. master schedules, info desk and crew briefing sheets
- On-site event management of the client relationship and front of house registration and info desk areas and crews
- Co-ordinate event debrief meetings and prepare final evaluation reports
Ideally, you’ll have
- 3+ years experience in a similar role (charities, events, mass participation sports)
- Proof of managing multiple stakeholders and driving projects forward
- Top class account management skills
- Solution driven
- Meticulous attention to detail and confident on Excel
- A proactive attitude, confident and motivated
- Experience in spinning lots of plates with brilliant time management
Skills that will help you succeed:
- Flexible and adaptable
- Able to work independently and know when to escalate
- Super friendly and a good listener
- Exceptionally organized with clear and concise communication (verbally and written)
The package and other great stuff
SALARY: £32k to £38k per annum, dependent on experience
BONUSES: Potential for performance and company-related bonuses
HOLIDAY: 28 days (inc. bank holidays) plus time off between Christmas and New Year
PENSION: 5% employer contribution
WE LIKE TO KEEP PEOPLE HEALTHY
- Vitality Healthcare which includes:
- Discounted Apple Watch if you keep active regularly
- Up to 50% off a pair of trainers every year and free annual health checks
- Subsidised gym membership, free coffees and cinema tickets
- £250 challenge fund each year to put towards a challenge of your choosing
- Free entry into Threshold events and discounts for friends and family
- 1 additional day off for every weekend day worked on an event
- Free boot camps, Pilates, Yoga and afternoon energisers led by other Thresholdians
- Flexible time during the day to exercise or take time out
- Option to buy additional holiday at a discounted rate
- Free fruit and other treats in the office (and a well-stocked free bar)
WE LIKE BEING SOCIAL
- Annual 3-day business planning and celebration trip (fully funded)
- Programme of activity throughout the year from beach cleaning to tennis club to more active pursuits
- Regular catch-ups in the pub to put the world to rights
- Fun, welcoming and lively environment in a bright and social office
WE LIKE TO KEEP LEARNING
- Training from the best in the industry by working with an award-winning team
- Internal training sessions e.g. sales techniques, presentation, negotiation
WE LIKE TO GIVE BACK
- 5yr & 10yr long service rewards with additional annual leave and adventure funding
- Match Funding of up to £100 for any fundraising challenges you take on
- Volunteering days available each year upon request
FLEXIBLE HOURS: 9-5 pm core hours with option of early or late starts
TERM: Full-time contract, 5 days per week but open to suggestions subject to personal circumstance
LOCATION: Brighton office-based with potential for some remote working up to 2 days per week
START DATE: ASAP
WE WANT TO GET TO KNOW YOU
The recruitment process is a 3-parter. You are interviewing us as much as we are you and we will cover the important stuff, but also dig into the interesting stuff:
1. The written work: Submit an up to date CV and a cover letter about why you think you would be the ideal candidate for the job
2. An initial interview: We will then want to chat in person, online or on the phone to see if we think you would thrive at Threshold
3. The final test: If you make it through this far we’ll ask you to complete a task relevant to your role and come in to present it. We will also get you to meet a range of the team from senior and junior levels. Come armed with questions for us as well.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Every two hours, someone is paralysed by a spinal cord injury in the UK. Aspire is a national charity supporting people with spinal cord injuries to live independent, fulfilled lives. We work alongside spinally injured people from the moment of injury, through rehabilitation and beyond, creating opportunity, choice and independence.
We receive very limited statutory funding, therefore almost everything we do is powered by the generosity of our supporters. That’s why fundraising is at the heart of our mission. Every pound raised changes lives: providing accessible housing, adaptive technology, specialist advice, and innovative rehabilitation support that helps people achieve their full potential.
This is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting moment in Aspire’s journey. We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Fundraising to lead, grow, and transform our income-generation strategy. You’ll bring creativity, commercial acumen, and passion for our cause — shaping a sustainable, multi-channel fundraising portfolio that delivers significant growth over the next five years.
Working as part of the senior leadership team, you’ll have the autonomy and support to innovate — from building valuable corporate partnerships and maximising legacy giving, to developing compelling digital campaigns and unforgettable events. Most importantly, you’ll ensure that every supporter feels part of Aspire’s story.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the job. Please note, we will not accept AI-generated letters.
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We are seeking a Planning Policy and Campaigns Officer to join our cause.
This is a critical time for nature’s recovery. To meet the UK legal target of securing 30% of land for nature’s recovery and halting wildlife decline by 2030, we need positive and strong laws and policies and for decision makers at both local and national level to ensure that planning and development gives back more to nature than it takes.
Currently there is huge uncertainty with a new Planning and Infrastructure Bill passing through parliament, which could fundamentally change the protections afforded to our most important wildlife sites and the delivery of mitigation. There are also changes proposed for Biodiversity Net Gain policy and the National Planning Policy Framework.
Locally, our counties face huge development pressures – both through house building and infrastructure development, including major port expansion. We must challenge inappropriate development proposals which would negatively impact our nature reserves and other key strategic areas or ambitions. It is also essential that local plans align with the Local Nature Recovery Strategies for the two counties and enable properly sustainable nature-positive development.
With the forthcoming creation of a strategic mayoral authority for the region alongside local government reorganisation, there is a critical opportunity to ensure that spatial development strategies front-load environmental considerations and recognise the wider benefits of planning with nature in mind.
Planning and development is an issue of huge interest to members and supporters who care about their communities and about wildlife. We have witnessed recently the power of people using their voice in our campaign with RSPB against the damaging development proposed at Tipner-West. We want to support and empower individuals and communities to respond, challenge and advocate on nature’s behalf.
This role is critical to achieving our strategic aims. As part of a small policy and advocacy team, you would lead on planning-related policy issues and work with supporters to achieve greater impact through campaigning.
This role sits within the Advocacy & Engagement team and will work with colleagues from across the Trust and beyond, to develop and deliver compelling, evidence-led policy positions. Your role will involve engaging with our MPs and councillors and supporting the development of the Trust’s campaigns to drive individuals and policy makers to act for nature.
Wild About Inclusion!
As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
Disability Confident. We are proudly a Disability Confident Committed employer. The scheme is helping us recruit and retain great people to meet our workforce needs. As a member of the scheme, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. You can request adjustments including accessible formats of this vacancy by emailing us.
To be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme you must:
- Identify as being disabled which under the Equality Act 2010 means a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial*, long term** adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities; or a long-term health condition; and;
(*Substantial is more than minor or trivial **Long-term means 12 months or more)
- Set out how you meet all the minimum qualifying criteria set out in the person specification for the post at the application and testing stages. This is a requirement for all candidates, not just those applying under the scheme.
We are happy to discuss the possibilities of hybrid and flexible working
This role will be based at our office in Curdridge, however, we are happy to accommodate a hybrid working routine, and discuss a pattern of work which suits the candidate. Traditionally, office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with an hour lunch break.
We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more.
To apply for the role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. In the ‘supporting information’ section, you’ll need to demonstrate, with detailed examples, how you meet the job requirements using the Job Description and Recruitment Pack below. Please note that we may occasionally close vacancies early when we have received enough applications that meet the required criteria.
Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options.
We are recruiting for a
Head of Fundraising and Communications
Part-time (22.2 hours per week)
Canterbury
Hybrid working arrangement available
Permanent Contract
to join the bemix team.
We are looking for a skilled and principled leader to help grow our impact and influence — while staying deeply rooted in our EPIC values. As Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will shape and lead our approach to ethical fundraising, inclusive communications, and brand stewardship. You will help ensure that our voice is clear, courageous, and reflective of the people we work alongside — building support and community around our work, and generating the income we need to thrive.
As Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will hold a key leadership role at the heart of bemix. You will build and deliver a fundraising strategy that grows our income while protecting our integrity; lead inclusive, accessible communications that amplify marginalised voices; and nurture a brand that reflects our commitment to social justice and inclusion. You will work closely with the Chief Operations Officer, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees — helping to tell the story of our work, build strong relationships, and secure support for the future.
At the core of bemix is a belief that “every single person is valued as an individual.” This belief underpins everything we do — and we’re looking for someone who shares this commitment and can help us bring it to life in our public voice. You’ll be joining a creative, thoughtful and determined team, and playing a key role in a movement for inclusion that is shaped and led by people with a learning disability and/or autistic people.
Main aim: The Head of Fundraising and Communications is responsible for developing and delivering a coherent, values-aligned fundraising and communications strategy that supports bemix’s mission, values and long-term sustainability. This includes growing diverse income streams, strengthening public and stakeholder engagement, ensuring consistent, accessible and inclusive representation of our work, and embedding strong internal communications and messaging across the organisation.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder also plays a critical role in organisational planning, culture, reputation and long-term development.
Hours: 22.2 hours per week to be worked flexibly as agreed with your Line Manager.
Start Date: As soon as the safer recruitment process allows.
Location: The role offers hybrid working, combining remote and office-based work. The post holder is expected to work from a bemix office for a minimum of two days each week with regular travel to other bemix locations across Kent as required. Your office will be based at the Canterbury Innovation Centre, University of Kent site. With access to great facilities, including free parking, cafe, reliable local transport connections and lovely outside spaces to explore on breaks/lunch/walking supervision. Flexibility in working hours and location may be available, by agreement, to support wellbeing and work-life balance in line with our organisational values.
Duration: Permanent Contract
Salary and benefits: £50,000 per annum, pro rata + generous 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays + Contributory Pension Scheme (5% of pay)
We seek individuals who view their work as a vocation and are committed to social change, particularly in achieving equality for autistic people and people with learning disabilities. At bemix, we recruit those passionate about making a difference.
If you have…
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A proven experience of fundraising and/or communications work in a values-led organisation.
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A strong track record of securing income from a range of sources, including trusts/foundations, individual giving and/or legacy giving.
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Experience of developing and delivering fundraising strategies and campaigns that are ethical, inclusive and effective
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The ability to produce engaging, accessible communications and marketing materials.
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Experience of working alongside people with lived experience in the co-design or co-production of fundraising or communications activity.
...we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please download a copy of the Job Pack and fill out our online application form on our website.
Closing date for applications: Midnight, Monday, 3rd November 2025.
Interviews will take place between the 10th and 12th November 2025.
We will contact everyone by the end of the day on: Wednesday, 5th November 2025.
No agency contact please. You will be required to declare all past convictions, whether spent or not, as this post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1984. You will also be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check.
We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for people with disability, neurodiversity and/or long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us.
We are people with and without learning difficulties and/or autism, working and learning together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are delighted to be recruiting a permanent Head of People & Culture for global charity, Christian Aid. Based in London with hybrid working available.
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don't have to be Christian to work here - we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love.
We're seeking a visionary Head of People & Culture to lead our global HR strategy, champion inclusive practices, and drive a culture of innovation and engagement across all regions
As Head of People & Culture, you will:
- Lead strategic initiatives in talent management, employee wellbeing, and organisational development.
- Inspire and empower the People team to deliver outstanding results and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) across all levels of the organisation
- Drive innovation in HR practices, ensuring alignment with Christian Aid's mission and global context.
- Oversee employee relations, performance management, and leadership development.
- Represent Christian Aid in external networks, ensuring we remain at the forefront of progressive people practices in the humanitarian sector.
Your background and experience :
- Extensive senior-level HR experience, ideally in the non-profit or international development sector.
- Proven leadership in managing HR teams and strategic initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law (CIPD/SHRM qualifications desirable).
- Experience in employee wellbeing, mental health, and inclusive workplace strategies.
So if you are a courageous, strategic, and compassionate leader with experience in managing change in complex, multi-location environments, please do get in touch to discuss.
In-Work Support Worker (Job Coach)
Salary: £15 p/h
Place of work: Various London locations
Reports to: Project Lead – Employment Development & Access Support
Contract period: Various hours as needed – zero hours contract (Bank Staff)
The Organisation
Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Disabled People’s Organisations. As we believe in the Social Model of Disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity.
The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 24 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability – all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face.
AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits, Independent Living and Direct Payments.
AoD’s Employment Service
The Action on Disability Employment Service is setting the agenda for disability employment across London with great results. We have carved out a role, and reputation, for setting up and delivering supported internships for people with learning disabilities. We provide management, job coaching and employer engagement for over 50 young people with learning disabilities each year across our 6 internship sites.
We are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.
Background
Action on Disability is the supported employment service partner on a number of supported internships for young people with learning disabilities around West and South London. They are looking to recruit a number of job coaches to support interns and graduates of these programs in their jobs.
The Post
The purpose of the job is to provide coaching, support and guidance to young people with learning disabilities (17+) within their workplaces. You will support interns/graduates to become independent in their roles and provide the necessary coaching, training and encouragement to enable them to succeed. You will work closely with the employer to ensure they are supported and can confidently manage and train their intern/employee once your support has been withdrawn.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- To carry out a detailed job analysis of potential jobs / work placements
- To carry out detailed job matching of service users and jobs
- To comprehensively learn jobs across different sectors – not restricted to but potentially including – Catering, Customer Service, Administration, IT and Retail
- To implement training/coaching plans which will enable the candidates to fulfil their roles to employer standards
- To conduct regular reviews to ensure candidates are progressing within their roles and to identify and meet new support needs
- To build up natural support within employers and taper off one 1:1 job coaching over time
- To negotiate and implement disability-related reasonable adjustments on an individual basis
- To identify client’s skills, strengths, interests and aspirations to inform an ongoing vocational profile
- To liaise with managers to discuss progress and respond to issues
Organisational responsibilities
- To work in accordance with Action on Disability’s Aims, Objectives and Values
- To comply with all organisational and departmental policies and procedures, and in particular to ensure safe, fair and responsible working practices through the implementation of AoD’s Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding and Confidentiality policies
- To promote the work of AoD and promote and implement the social model of disability
- To keep accurate records and provide monitoring statistics and evaluation information as required for internal and external purposes
- To participate in and actively contribute to individual supervision, training, team and organisational meetings
- To work flexibly, being prepared to perform other duties commensurate with the role, which may include new areas of operation following consultation
- Any other task appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
Essential
- High expectations for the employment potential of young people with learning disabilities
- Experience of training, education or employment support delivery for marginalised groups
- Significant and demonstrable experience of supporting people facing complex barriers to achieve their goals
- An understanding of the needs of employers and the benefits to business of having a diverse workforce
- An understanding of the Social Model of Disability and its practical application
- Ability and willingness to learn and carry out all tasks within a variety of jobs, in order to be able to coach the client
- Demonstrable experience of success in building strong and positive relationships and rapport with a wide variety of people and organisations
- Demonstrable problem-solving skills and experience
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Demonstrable ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- Good organisational skills and ability to keep accurate records and case notes
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and the internet and a good level of computer literacy.
- Being willing and able to travel easily within the boroughs of London relevant to the role
- To be available for work during some unsocial hours according to the demands of the work
Desirable
- Qualification in Advice and Guidance/Supported Employment/Youth Work or Training
- An understanding of the factors to be considered in supporting people with learning disabilities into employment
- Experience of working with disabled young people
Finally, Action on Disability positively welcomes applications from disabled people. Please identify any specific requirements you may have, or wish to bring, to ensure full access at your interview if you are shortlisted.
Deadline: Ongoing. We recruit for this role on a rolling basis with regular interview days.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
Action on Disability prides itself on being an accessible and equal opportunity employer.
No agencies please.
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!
Part Time Charities Assistant
- (FTE £30,429 p/a – pro rata £12,171.60 p/a)
- 2 days per week
- Permanent contract
- Hybrid working
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised administrator, ideally with experience in a Charity or Professional body to join us as our Charities Assistant in a permanent position working 2 days a week, supporting a worthwhile charitable cause.
The successful candidate will provide administrative support, help coordinate committee and trustee meetings, and act as a first point of contact for external queries. This is a varied role, so we’re looking for someone with a proactive approach who enjoys building relationships with a range of stakeholders and has great attention to detail. Candidates who have experience working with committees, preparing minutes and using Canva, would be preferable.
Who are we?
The Chartered Secretaries’ Charitable Trust is charity dedicated to supporting members of CGIUKI and their families, through life’s challenges. We provide financial support through grants, as well as bursaries for professional development, and award prizes to those who excel in qualifications.
What can we offer you?
As a flexible part time role, this role is ideal for someone looking to utilise their skills while still needing flexibility. We offer a collaborative working environment where your work will have a meaningful and tangible impact.
What responsibilities does this role have?
This role will be varied, and duties will change depending on current meetings and project needs, but the responsibilities include:
- Liaise with beneficiaries and applicants for support to assist with the application process, including details of outcomes and support provided.
- Lead on drafting case reports on beneficiaries’ circumstances for consideration of the Support and Grants Committee or the Chairman of the Support and Grants Committee.
- Assist with the organisation, planning and attendance for Trustee and Support and Grants Committee meetings, including papers and taking minutes, (currently around 6 per annum).
- Maintain and manage the Trust’s database to ensure accurate, secure, and efficient storage of beneficiary and application records.
- Maintenance of the Trust’s web pages to ensure relevant information is available.
- Development and management of social media presence.
- Assist with finance administration tasks, including expense claims and preparation of memos and invoices for payments.
- Management of donation recognition and reconciliation, including assisting with Gift Aid records and claims, and support with reporting requirements of investment valuations.
What skills experience does this role require?
Essential:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent written attention to detail.
- A proactive and collaborative approach to your work
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Organisational skills of events, information or people management, including the ability to work unsupervised.
- Microsoft office, including Access or other databases.
Desirable
- Experience working with a committee/Trustee board.
- Experience working in a charity or professional membership body.
- Experience updating websites, including updating written copy.
- Experience of social media management.
- Experience processing Gift Aid including claims to HMRC.
- Knowledge of welfare benefits.
- Interested in of charity governance and administration with a proactive approach to continuous learning.
If you have the relevant experience and are passionate about supporting a charitable purpose, we’d love to hear from you so please apply with your CV and one page cover letter today!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
External Affairs Manager
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000
Location: Central London (Hybrid)
A leading UK media organisation is seeking an experienced External Affairs Manager to join its Communications team. This not-for-profit body plays a pivotal role in ensuring that high-quality, accessible television continues to thrive in the UK, working closely with major stakeholders across broadcasting, government, and industry.
The Role
The External Affairs Manager will play a key role in shaping and delivering a strategic engagement programme that champions the organisation’s mission and influence. You will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders — from policymakers and parliamentarians to industry bodies and consumer groups — while ensuring consistent and impactful communication of the organisation’s priorities.
This is a varied and visible role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, particularly around stakeholder engagement, event management, and policy advocacy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of the organisation’s annual stakeholder engagement strategy.
- Map and manage key relationships across government, parliament, policy, and industry.
- Create and maintain high-quality materials, such as briefings, correspondence, and presentations.
- Oversee the planning and delivery of major industry and parliamentary events.
- Monitor and analyse relevant policy, political, and media developments.
- Manage relationships with external public affairs partners and agencies.
About You
We’re looking for a confident communicator and relationship-builder with a strong understanding of the UK political and media environment. You’ll be comfortable operating at a strategic level while remaining hands-on in delivery.
You will bring:
- Experience in communications, stakeholder relations, public affairs, or policy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences.
- Strong understanding of political and parliamentary processes.
- Proven ability to plan and manage stakeholder engagement programmes.
- Experience delivering successful events and campaigns.
- Collaborative working style with sound judgement and professionalism.
Why Join
This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with a clear public purpose. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues in a collaborative and supportive environment, influencing key conversations across the media and policy landscape while contributing to something that reaches millions across the UK.
We're looking for someone who is committed to taking our supporters on journeys which inspire them to help people living in extreme poverty fulfil their God-given potential. Is that you?
Our vision is to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives, and reaching their God-given potential. To make that vision a reality, we are growing a global community of people who want to tackle extreme poverty, and who will be invited to give, pray, campaign, volunteer and make lifestyle changes, partnering with Tearfund in this vision.
As Marketing Executive - Supporter Journeys, you will be responsible for the delivery of supporter journey activity, planning and executing individual and church supporter journey activities across various channels, including direct mail, telephone, and digital.
Do you have the following experience?
- Delivering marketing/supporter engagement campaigns across multiple channels including direct mail, email and telephone.
- Knowledge of CRM systems and how to use data to design and monitor performance
- Project managing efficiently and communicating clearly with multiple stakeholders
- Monitoring and evaluating campaigns and adopting a test and learn approach
Do you have the following skills?
- Ability to see through projects from start to finish
- A flexible approach to your work, showing agility to adapt and make changes if required
- Highly collaborative
- Ability to influence and work alongside senior stakeholders
- Strategic thinking, and desire to drive forward new ways of doing things.
If that's you, we'd love to hear from you!
Hybrid working: This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from Teddington's Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager. This currently means around 2 days per month working from the Teddington office, with the rest worked from home.
This a full time role 35 hours per week, flexible working patterns may be considered.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Vacancy
Job Title: Store Manager
Location: Ashford (Brookfield Court)
Salary: £24,765.00
Weekly Hours: 37.5
Reference: YMC1138073
Are you an experienced retailer?
Why not try a new type of retailing where you get to run your own store, inspiring a team of paid staff and volunteers to be proud of everything you achieve together at the heart of your local community and raise money for an amazing charity? If so we have a fantastic opportunity at our Ashford (Brookfield Court) store.
Operating within a fast paced environment, you will work effectively and efficiently to maximise income from sales, gift aid, and other promotional activities plus drive donations from the local area. Delivering a great store offer and standards, inspiring your team to give amazing customer service, you will raise funds for and promote the work of YMCA within the local community.
You will have exceptional organisational skills, creative flair and drive which, along with your commercial awareness, will enable you to motivate, develop and inspire your team of paid staff and volunteers. You will be looking for an opportunity to work in an environment that has challenge, excitement and meaning. This role is varied and no two days are the same.
Why join YMCA England & Wales?
We’ll give you real autonomy in a role that is varied and stimulating and the opportunity for you to use your entrepreneurial skills to raise money and represent YMCA in your area.
You’ll also get a package that includes:
- Pension
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
- Regular salary reviews
- Sick pay (after a qualifying period)
- Services to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Health shield cash plan
This is an exciting time to join us as we embark on a journey of expansion. We are opening many new stores across England and Wales, Our Charity Shops are unique and offer a wide range of donated products. We are passionate about recycling and pride ourselves in selling over 95% of our donated stock and we don’t sell new goods! If successful, You will be joining an amazing team and receive support and guidance from your Area Manager, Regional Manager, other Store Managers and the wider Retail team at Head Office.
At YMCA England & Wales, we strive to create a workplace that fully reflects and serves its local community. We want all staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work each day. We have diverse teams, we encourage everyone to do their best and support them to reach their full potential.
If you are passionate about improving young lives, this will be the role for you.
Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration and undertake a DBS check.
Permanent Salary: £124,771 plus benefits
Hybrid working arrangement available – London head office
The Opportunity
C40 Cities is a global network of nearly 100 mayors tackling the climate crisis with urgency and ambition. As our CFO, you will shape the financial strategy that powers city-led climate action across a growing, multi-entity, international organisation.
Your Impact
● Set the vision: design and evolve C40’s global financial model for resilience and growth.
● Steer strategy: lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning that inform mission-critical decisions.
● Scale globally: oversee accounting, audit, tax and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
● Fuel impact: partner with major funders and programme leaders to deliver outcomes with accountability.
● Lead change: modernise systems and processes; build capability in a high-performing global team of over 20.
About You
● Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with senior leadership experience in complex, international, multi-entity settings.
● Proven record transforming finance functions and implementing scalable systems and controls.
● Confident communicator who can simplify complexity and proactively build strong relations and influence at all levels, internally and externally
● Purpose-driven leader who empowers diverse teams and thrives at pace.
Key Application Details
Closing date: 29th October
For a confidential conversation, please contact Michael Quest, Director at Ivy Rock Partners.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a one-page cover letter outlining your motivation for applying.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
C40 is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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!
A socially driven not-for-profit organisation, delivering important services to people nationally to ensure financial inclusion and equity for all, is seeking a permanent Head of Finance to join their team at a time of significant growth.
The organisation’s mission is focussed on a people-centred approach, having a significant impact on economically disadvantaged communities by providing access to financial empowerment. The organisation is currently recruiting a permanent Head of Finance to lead their finance team and support the Chief Financial Officer and the wider organisation to deliver strategic finance in support of the organisation’s growth and transformation in services.
Key duties are as follows:
- Develop and lead financial and data models to support forecasting, planning and investment decisions
- Act as a key business partner across the business, to establish departmental performance vs budget and to deliver high impact finance support.
- Support the Executive Committee and wider management team with commercial decisions using clear, well-structured models and data insights; design and preparation of MI including Board Pack and investor reporting
- Manage all aspects of the company’s Financial Reporting requirements; you will supply accurate and timely management and statutory accounts
- Oversee a smooth annual audit and account preparation process.
- Manage all aspects of the Finance Function ensuring that a robust controls environment is designed, maintained, and documented.
- Staff management of a small finance team
- Work closely with the CFO on developing and delivering financial strategy
What’s in it for you?
- Salary: £80,000 per annum
- Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays
- Private health insurance + Employee Assistance Programme benefits
- Hybrid working – 50% in-office and 50% working from home but with flexible options at different times of year
- This role is full-time but alternative working arrangements can be considered – candidates requiring reduced hours or compressed workers are encouraged to apply
About You
- You will be a qualified accountant with experience in managing small teams
- Strong financial planning and analysis skills, including financial modelling in support of strategic changes and decision-making
- Motivated by working in an organisation with a strong people-centred social purpose
Applications will be considered upon receipt so early application is encouraged.
Interviews to be held in early to mid-November.
About Chance to Shine
We are Chance to Shine: a children’s charity dedicated to harnessing the power of cricket to transform the life prospects of young people in the UK.
It is our mission that all young people have the opportunity to play, learn and develop through cricket. We want them to learn a love of the game and to find a sense of belonging through the sport, developing their wider wellbeing and life skills to help fulfil their potential.
Established in 2005, we have a long-term track record of delivery in state schools and under-served communities, bringing best-in-class cricket programmes to young people who might not otherwise have the opportunity to play. All our programmes are completely free for everyone involved, from schools and community groups to young people and their families.
About the role
It is an exciting time to join Chance to Shine as we grow our scale and deepen our impact with the aim of reaching 1 million young people annually by 2028. Broadening our community of supporters and growing our income is vital to achieving this strategy and the role of Events Manager is critical to this growth.
This role would suit an energetic and ambitious events professional, who is able to bring a structured and collaborative approach to deliver a demanding programme of events to the highest standard. With the support and guidance of the Head of Fundraising, CEO, and Board of Trustees, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a career defining role in an exceptionally well regarded and well run charity.
Job Description
Purpose:
- Overall responsibility for the delivery of Chance to Shine’s events, ensuring each event is executed to the highest standard.
- To lead the planning, budgeting, sales and delivery of fundraising events at Chance to Shine ensuring each event maximises income and profit for the charity.
- To develop an events strategy to maximise income from fundraising challenge events.
- To build positive relationships with charity VIPs and ambassadors, ensuring they are fully briefed at each event.
- To manage the Events Officer.
Key Responsibilities
Event Management
- Project management of a full programme of events including cultivation dinners, annual awards receptions, and major fundraising events.
- Lead on selling Chance to Shine events to new and existing supporters, maximising income through ticket/table sales, auction and raffle income, and sponsorships.
Event Planning
- Lead on the concept and design of new fundraising events.
- To develop and regularly review an organisational events strategy focused on maximising income and return on investment for the charity.
· To develop annual budgets, forecasts and plans for all event income to feed into the wider fundraising budget.
· To have specific responsibility for the events budget within Chance to Shine Enterprises (CTSE), the trading subsidiary.
Relationship Management
- Broaden supporter networks and build a community of event supporters through networking, introductions, and working with the wider fundraising team to cross sell events and maximise income.
- Build relationships with existing and new event partners including; charity ambassadors and event hosts, venues, auctioneers, auction/raffle supporters, silent auction partners, and value-in-kind partners/sponsors.
- To lead on supplier relationships.
- To work with and manage senior volunteers to develop, plan and deliver major fundraising events.
Beneficiary and challenge events
- To build relationships with high value event partners and supporters who are raising funds on behalf of Chance to Shine, providing support as needed.
- To provide guidance to the Events Officer to maximise income from challenge events and community/third-party events.
- To work with the Corporate Partnerships Manager to integrate fundraising challenge events into our corporate partnership offer.
- To develop and implement a strategy to grow income from challenge events.
Line Management
· To line manage the Events Officer.
Other
· To engage Trustees, SMT and colleagues to support partnership opportunities where appropriate.
· To maintain up to date Raisers Edge records relating to event attendees and partners.
· To represent the charity at external events as appropriate.
· To assist with other fundraising tasks as required.
· To lead on the contracts process for event partnerships, liaising with the Director of Finance & Resources and external legal support as required.
· To ensure fundraising events are delivered in a safe and professional manner including responsibility for risk assessments relating to fundraising activity and events.
· To ensure all areas of events fundraising comply with sector and charity regulations and best practice
Key relationships
The job holder will liaise with:
· Chief Executive and the CTS Senior Management Team
· Fundraising team
· Impact & Evaluation, Operations, Communications & Digital, and Finance & Resource teams
· Supporters, prospective supporters, ambassadors and suppliers
· Chance to Shine Enterprises Board
· Trustees and Development Board members
· Event volunteers
Person Specification
Essential experiences and competencies:
· Educated to a degree level or equivalent
· Minimum five years’ experience in an events or fundraising team
· Experience of developing and managing budgets
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including strong inter-personal skills
· Line Management experience
· A demonstrable passion and connection to the mission of Chance to Shine
Essential traits and drivers:
· Initiative to build, plan and deliver targets with a strong motivation to succeed.
· Professional, flexible and comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels.
· Enthusiastic and tenacious.
· Effective influencing and negotiation skills.
· Good team player.
· Strong attention to detail.
· Able to cope under pressure and work to tight deadlines.
· Able to work extended hours to support events as required (TOIL will be available)
· Able and willing to travel throughout the UK
Desirable experiences and competencies:
- Experience of Adobe InDesign (desirable)
- Experience of CRM / Fundraising database (desirable)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
