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Job title: Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global
Salary: circa £140,000 to £160,000
Location: Hybrid/South Kensington and White City (with travel to other Imperial campuses/meetings as required)

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world’s leading universities and drive its principal gifts, global fundraising and foundation, corporates and trusts strategy. One of the most exciting leadership positions in the sector, the newly created role of Director of Development: Principal & Global, will be pivotal in helping Imperial scale its ambition and impact, at a moment of extraordinary momentum.

Founded in 1907, Imperial has long been recognised for its strengths in research, education and innovation. Throughout our history we have sought not only to be a world-leading university, but a world-changing one, with real-world impact at our core.

Earlier this year we launched our new strategy, Science for Humanity, which is bold and ambitious, and reflects the purpose of our global community. It is an actionable plan across all areas of our activity, a template for greater impact.

A strategy this ambitious requires us to think boldly, and we are in the planning stages of a comprehensive fundraising and alumni engagement campaign. Philanthropy already plays a significant role at the university, and we have a strong track record of securing principal gifts of £5m-£40m.

The Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global sits at the heart of Imperial’s future. Reporting to the Vice President (Advancement), and sitting on their senior leadership team, the Director will steer high-level philanthropic engagement worldwide. Working closely with senior academic leaders and institutional stakeholders, you will lead a team that delivers gifts that are truly transformational.  You will build and deepen relationships with some of the most influential philanthropists globally and help to shape and drive Imperial’s next campaign.

With a track record of securing principal gifts and success in managing complex relationships, you will thrive in a collaborative and high-performing environment. You will be a values-driven strategic leader, energised by challenge, motivated by impact, and eager to inspire teams and donors alike.

This role will remain live until it is filled therefore please complete and submit your application at the earliest possible opportunity to avoid potential disappointment.

Interested?

Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.

In addition to this post, we are going to be recruiting to two exceptional Global Development opportunities. As we continue to expand our international presence, we will shortly be recruiting for the following key leadership roles:

• Deputy of Global Development, North America
• Deputy of Global Development, Asia

Each of these roles offers a unique opportunity to shape our strategic direction, build impactful partnerships, and drive growth across diverse regions. 

Imperial College is partnering with Constellate Global Talent on this search. No agencies please.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in high-value fundraising, learning a range of skills from prospect researching, supporter stewardship to organising donor events. You’ll be keen to learn and take on new challenges, excited about working in international development and invested in Amref’s mission.

Reporting to by the Philanthropy Manager, the Philanthropy Officer is an essential role within the Supporter Engagement Team. It combines fundraising, supporter care, prospect research, event management and administration – with a focus on delivering our philanthropy strategy to increase unrestricted income. You will play a key role in supporting the team to raise income from small Trusts & Foundations, top tier Mid-Level Donors and Legacy gifts, assisting the Philanthropy Manager with account management of existing donors as well as prospect research.

You’ll be a fast learner with strong organisation and communication skills, a friendly manner, and good interpersonal skills. This role is about building excellent relationships both internally and externally, requiring a flexible approach, a positive outlook, and the ability to work openly and collaboratively.

Job Summary

• Job title: Impact and Sustainability Manager
• Area of work: Impact and Sustainability strategy
• Contract type: Permanent
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: London
• Working environment: Hybrid, 3 Days per week
• Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Annual leave: 30 days. 5 Volunteering days
• Pension: 10% employer contribution
• Other benefits include: private medical insurance, flexible working hours, cycle to work scheme, and Season Ticket Loan.
• Closing: midnight, Wednesday 3rd September

Overview/Purpose
To lead, deliver and continuously improve a programme of work that communicates the long-term environmental and social impact of a major infrastructure asset in London. This role will be central to shaping how the organisation demonstrates its legacy and future value across three interconnected areas:

• Environmental Impact & Data Reporting - analysing and presenting tunnel performance data, including water quality improvements, in collaboration with research institutions and internal teams.
• Strategic Partnerships & Responsible Business - managing and evaluating partnerships that support sustainability, social value, and community engagement, while identifying new opportunities for impact.
• Sustainability Strategy & Thought Leadership - contributing to the organisation's positioning as a responsible asset manager and leader in ESG, supporting senior stakeholders with credible insights and content for external forums and publications.

The role holder will ensure these programmes are delivered effectively, with a focus on strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. They will work closely with cross-functional teams including finance, communications, and operations, and will be responsible for integrating ESG metrics into reporting frameworks aligned with industry standards. This is a hands-on, purpose-driven role suited to someone passionate about sustainability, public value, and infrastructure excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy

• Develop and evolve the organisation's impact and sustainability strategy to reflect its transition from infrastructure delivery to asset management.
• Shape and communicate the long-term environmental and social value of the project, including its contribution to water quality, public health, and urban resilience.
• Support the leadership team with strategic insights and data to position the organisation as a thought leader in ESG and infrastructure excellence.
• Align sustainability and impact initiatives with broader organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.

Management and Oversight

• Lead the reporting and communication of tunnel performance data, including environmental metrics and partnership outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate existing partnerships, including those focused on social value, community engagement, and responsible business practices.
• Deliver clear, accessible reports and presentations on tunnel impact, including carbon emissions and ESG metrics.
• Manage external contracts and partnerships, ensuring performance and value for money.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Finance, Communications, Treasury) to support ESG reporting and sustainable finance frameworks.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with external stakeholders, including research institutions, community groups, and industry bodies to promote the tunnel's legacy and future value.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for public engagement, advocacy, and strategic collaboration.
• Proactively seek engagement opportunities.

Skills & Experience Required
Essential

• Proven experience in sustainability, impact management, ESG, or infrastructure-related roles.
• Strong understanding of environmental governance, social value, and sustainable finance.
• Ability to interpret and communicate technical data to diverse audiences, including water quality and carbon emission metrics.
• Experience managing partnerships and evaluating programme outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders confidently.

Desirable

• Knowledge of infrastructure operations and asset management.
• Experience working with charitable organisations, community groups, or public sector bodies.
• Familiarity with environmental reporting frameworks and ESG standards.
• Purpose-driven mindset with a passion for long-term impact and sustainability.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with a hands-on approach to delivery.
• Experience in budget management and performance oversight of external contracts.

What you need to do now
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The Opportunity

WeSeeHope is hiring a Finance Manager to join their small, high-performing team. This part-time role offers the chance to play a key role in transforming the lives of vulnerable children and young people across East and Southern Africa. The role is starting in September so applicants need to be immediately available to start and applicants are required to be CCAB qualified accountants. 

SALARY: Circa £45,000 (pro rata, depending on experience).
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer
LOCATION: London (Hybrid with 1 day per week in Moorgate, London) CONTRACT TYPE: Part-time (3 days per week), Permanent
BENEFITS INCLUDE: 25 days annual leave allowance + bank holidays (pro rata) Enhanced pay exceeding statutory minimum for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave, Pension scheme with an 3% employer contribution and a 4% employee contribution (salary sacrifice available), Life insurance
 

About WeSeeHope

WeSeeHope is a small international development organisation committed to creating sustainable change for vulnerable children in Southern and Eastern Africa. We work across three countries – Malawi, Tanzania, and Uganda – in areas where children are acutely impacted by a lack of opportunity, exploitation and isolation. Focusing primarily on education, child rights and economic empowerment, we address these issues through seven community-led programmes delivered in partnership with local NGOs and community-based organisations. Our aim is that vulnerable children have the skills to change their own futures, and that their families and communities are able to support them along the way.
 

About the role

As Finance Manager you will have principal responsibility for the sound financial management of the charity, including the provision of management accounts and reports, financial advice to stakeholders and budgetary support to the fundraising and projects teams. You will also have an important role to play in ensuring that the charity abides by the principles of good governance and meets its legal obligations. The main responsibilities of the role include;

• Day to day financial management
• Management accounting
• Financial accounting and audit 
• Governance
• HR support to CEO

Please download the job pack for a full list of responsibilities and the person specification.
 

Application

Valued Recruitment is working exclusively with WeSeeHope to recruit this pivotal position. We are an ethical recruitment company, intent on hiring inclusively and transparently.

To apply, we welcome a CV and a 2 page (maximum) covering letter addressing your motivation for applying and your experience that is relevant to the role.

Accessibility is incredibly important to us at Valued Recruitment and at WeSeeHope. If you would like any accessibility amendments or support throughout the application and interview stage, please don’t hesitate to let us know. No question or request is too big or too small. We want this process to be comfortable and enjoyable and a chance for you to bring your best self to the process.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 15th September
FIRST VIRTUAL INTERVIEWS: 17th & 18th September
SECOND VIRTUAL OR F2F INTERVIEWS: w/c 22nd September
START DATE: 29th September

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.

We're looking for a compassionate, adaptable and resilient Support Worker to join our Mental Health Service in Newham.

£28,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
Free DBS
Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
Fully paid induction programme and further training
ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
Online wellbeing resources
A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

For a full job description, please visit our website.

The Newham Mental Health Team, based at Flying Angel, operates weekdays from 9am to 5pm, offering support to individuals with low to medium mental health needs both in the building and the community. They work with other professionals to help those with complex needs, aiming to create a safe and supportive environment tailored to each person's unique circumstances and aspirations.

As part of this team, Support Workers assist customers with complex mental health issues, including those with histories of substance use, trauma, non-engagement, criminal justice connections, and personality disorders. They help customers develop independent living skills, manage tenancies, and engage in the community. Support Workers carry a caseload and collaborate to create effective, recovery-oriented support and risk management plans. Their flexible support includes physical, domestic, emotional, and social assistance, promoting social inclusion, vocational opportunities, recovery, self-advocacy, and empowerment.

About you:

Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
Prefers working as part of a group or team
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour

What you'll bring:

Essential:

A good understanding of mental health issues and how it affects people and experience of supporting customers to manage this and lead independent lives.

Desirable:

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some or equivalent sector work experience

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Night Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities service in Tower Hamlets.

£28,808.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:
* Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
* Free DBS
* Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
* Fully paid induction programme and further training
* ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
* Online wellbeing resources
* A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
* Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

For a full job description, please visit our website.

Night Support Workers enable people with particular needs to manage their tenancies and live independent lives of their choosing in the community. Night Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe.

The shift pattern for this role is as follows: 10pm to 8am for 10 nights every fortnight, including every other weekend. This is a waking night position and sleeping on shift is strictly forbidden.

What you'll bring:

Essential:
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some previous relevant sector work experience
- IT literate /basic IT proficient

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Women at the Well is a support service for women based in the King’s Cross area of central London. We provide practical support and advocacy to women facing a wide range of disadvantages, and we have a specialism in working with women whose lives have been affected by prostitution and/or sexual exploitation. We are trauma informed, holistic and woman-centred. We deliver our mission through three interconnected services:

1. A women only drop-in service

2. An advocacy service

3. An outreach service

We take referrals from many external partners and while we have a hub-centre in Kings Cross we are a pan-London service.

Women at the Well has supported thousands of women over more than twenty years work in London. We see the complex ways in which women’s inequality, racism, disability and poor health, educational disadvantage, trauma in childhood, migration and the hostile immigration environment can all lead to significant social and economic disadvantages and harm. As well as providing tailored support, we aim to speak up for the rights of women to live lives free from abuse.

Job purpose:

The Head of Services role is critical to leading the delivery of the best possible support to the women who use our services. The Head of Services has lead responsibility for continuous review of the effectiveness of our services and whether they are meeting women’s needs. She needs to be in touch with what is happening in the lives of the women using our services.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who can shape and lead the future direction of our service, ensuring it continues to meet the complex and evolving needs of women affected by sexual exploitation. This person will have the vision to identify what needs to change and the leadership skills to drive that change with confidence and clarity.

They will be an empowering leader, capable of inspiring and supporting a skilled team of support workers and volunteers who are engaged in emotionally demanding work and who rely on strong, compassionate oversight. A deep understanding of the risks faced by the women we support—and a commitment to reducing those risks—must be at the heart of their approach.

§  Closing date: 15 September 2025

§  Interview date: 25 and 26 September

For full job description and application process on our website and below.

WHAT IS OUR SECOND HOME

We are a youth movement that empowers people with refugee backgrounds to build community, become leaders, and flourish into adulthood in the place that they call home.

We are looking for a highly engaging Leadership & Volunteering Manager to lead and grow our leadership training programming, and to lead on the recruitment, development and retention of our pool of volunteers. You will work across our various hubs to ensure all volunteers are well-supported, feel valued, and are making meaningful contributions to OSH’s mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership Training & Development

• Oversee and continue to codify OSH’s LIT (Leaders in Training) course, including in-person and online sessions, and mentoring LITs on their first residential. This will include hands-on delivery, managing logistics, and working with volunteers and facilitators.

• Co-design and develop other leadership programmes for young people.

• Support young people from refugee backgrounds to move from participants to leaders within OSH.

• Lead the delivery of training and induction for new and returning volunteers in hubs, at pre camp training days and leaders retreats. This includes safeguarding, group dynamics, facilitating groups, and OSH values, but will also include identifying gaps and trends in skills and experiences.

• Help shape the pedagogy and outcomes of OSH’s leadership programmes.

Volunteer Strategy & Recruitment

• Ensure there is an active pipeline of people signing up for the LIT course

• Design and implement a volunteer recruitment strategy to attract a diverse range of volunteers from within OSH and externally.

• Build partnerships with universities, youth networks, and professional communities to widen reach.

• Develop inclusive recruitment materials and accessible application processes.

Volunteer Engagement

• Develop progression pathways for volunteers.

• Ensure an active culture of feedback and reflection within leadership and volunteering.

• Track volunteer impact and progression.

• Coordinate check-ins, socials, and wellbeing support for volunteers.

• Work closely with the whole team to ensure volunteer experiences are safe, rewarding, and well-held.

Operations & Evaluation

• Maintain volunteer records and communications using Beacon (OSH’s CRM).

• Monitor data on volunteer recruitment, attendance, retention, progression, and impact.

• Contribute to fundraising work, for example by ensuring there is a regular supply of case studies for OSH programmes.

• Collaborate with colleagues to share impact and improve practice.

Other duties

• Getting involved in OSH events in the evenings and at weekends, including residentials. These are overnight trips from 2 to 5 nights

• Other duties as may be required from time to time

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• Excellent facilitation, training, and communication skills.

• Strong experience managing volunteer programmes and/or leadership development.

• Experience designing leadership training or curriculum.

• Understanding of and training in safeguarding in youth settings.

• A deep understanding of inclusive, trauma-informed, and youth-centered approaches.

• Experience supporting young people from marginalised backgrounds, ideally those with lived experience of the asylum system.

• Experience volunteering or working in residential programming.

• Ability to build relationships across diverse groups and inspire trust and commitment.

• Organised and systems-minded, with good project management skills.

• Confident using digital tools (e.g. Google Workspace, CRMs)

• Passion for OSH’s mission and commitment to centering people with refugee backgrounds.

• Ability to speak in other languages relevant to our community, including Arabic, Pashto, Farsi, Tigrinya, Amharic, and Oromo.

On use of AI

We appreciate many use AI tools in applications, but encourage personal insight and genuine motivation. We may also use AI tools to support application sifting, under human supervision. Final decisions are always made by people, not machines.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

We know self-doubt can hold people back, especially if you don’t think you tick every box. But if you’re passionate about our mission and ready for a meaningful challenge, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse skills and experiences, and are committed to supporting the right person to grow and thrive with us. You might be exactly who we need.