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As a Legacy Management Officer, you’ll take ownership of a substantial and varied caseload of legacy files, dealing with everything from straightforward pecuniary and specific bequests through to complex residuary estates, life interests and contentious cases. You’ll be responsible for making sure RBL receives what it is entitled to, using your knowledge of wills, probate, trusts and taxation to scrutinise estate accounts, challenge discrepancies, resolve issues and make sound decisions throughout the administration of each estate. With a caseload of up to 250 files, no two days will look quite the same, and you’ll have the autonomy to manage your work, assess risk and decide when an issue needs further investigation or escalation.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
The role goes well beyond routine legacy administration. You’ll deal directly with solicitors, executors, other charities and professional advisers, negotiating where interests overlap and taking the lead on shared or more complex estates where required. You’ll have the opportunity to work on contentious matters, claims against estates, ex gratia requests, foreign assets and tax or domicile issues, as well as attending negotiations, mediations, settlement meetings and Court hearings alongside RBL’s legal representation. You’ll also work closely with colleagues across the Legion to ensure restricted and wish legacies are handled correctly, while providing accurate financial information and insight to support reporting across Fundraising, Finance and the Executive Board.
We’re looking for someone with strong experience in wills, probate and trusts or established legacy casework who is comfortable interpreting complex Will clauses and applying the law in practice. You’ll need the judgement to spot a problem in an estate account, the analytical ability to work out what needs to happen next and the confidence to challenge or negotiate when RBL’s interests need protecting. Attention to detail is critical, but so is being able to build effective relationships with solicitors, executors, charities and colleagues. This would suit someone who enjoys the technical side of legacy administration, is confident managing their own workload and wants a role where their expertise, decision-making and knowledge of the sector can be applied to a genuinely varied portfolio of estates.
You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, depending on length of service
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Legal Officer, Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA)
Job Title: Legal Officer
Organisation: ILPA
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum
Location: Hybrid. Primarily remote with one weekly hub day in London. Working arrangements may change.
Application Deadline: 4 September 2026
Job Description
About ILPA:
The Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA) is the leading professional membership body for practitioners working in immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law. ILPA works across the full breadth of immigration law and policy including asylum and refugee protection, detention and removals, legal aid and access to justice, tribunals and appeals, and economic migration and sponsorship policy.
We exist to promote and improve the law and practice of immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law and to ensure that policy and legislation are informed by evidence, expertise and the lived experience of those affected.
Legal Officer:
ILPA is recruiting a Legal Officer to support delivery of ILPA’s legal and policy work, undertaking detailed legal analysis, parliamentary support and member engagement. The role will sit horizontally alongside an existing Legal Officer post.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking candidates who bring:
- Strong expertise in UK immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law
- Excellent legal and policy analysis and drafting skills
- A commitment to improving law, policy and practice
- The ability to work collaboratively in a small, expert team
The role offers the opportunity to influence national debate, work closely with leading practitioners and contribute meaningfully to the development of immigration law and policy.
Why work at ILPA
- National profile and respected reputation
- High-impact policy and legal work
- Flexible and supportive working culture
- Collaborative, expert-led organisation
Job Description
Purpose of the role
The Legal Officer will play a key role in supporting ILPA’s legal and policy work on immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law.
Working under the direction of the Director of Policy and Advocacy, the post holder will engage in detailed legal and policy analysis, support parliamentary and influencing activity, support legal project delivery, and contribute to high-quality information and engagement for ILPA members. The Legal Officer will need to work reliably and flexibly across a broad range of legal and policy issues, often at short notice.
The Legal Officer will also work with the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice where legal policy and strategic litigation intersect.
Key responsibilities
1. Legal and policy analysis
- Produce high-quality analysis of immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law and policy.
- Monitor developments in legislation, case law and policy, including secondary legislation and guidance.
- Prepare written briefings, updates and summaries for members, trustees and external stakeholders.
- Support the Director of Policy & Advocacy in the development and delivery of ILPA’s legal strategy.
2. Parliamentary and influencing work
- Support ILPA’s parliamentary work, including monitoring legislation and parliamentary business.
- Draft consultation responses, briefings and evidence submissions.
- Assist in engagement with parliamentarians, officials, peers and external organisations.
- Support the organisation of meetings and briefings with MPs, peers, civil servants and sector partners.
- Contribute to ILPA’s influencing activity through written and oral advocacy.
3. Member engagement and sector support
- Liaise with ILPA members to gather evidence and practice insight to inform policy positions.
- Support ILPA’s thematic working groups, including attending meetings and progressing agreed actions.
- Respond to and triage member enquiries, directing issues to appropriate working groups or colleagues, and escalating complex queries as needed.
- Promote knowledge-sharing across the immigration and advice sector.
- Prepare agendas and papers for meetings, and take/circulate minutes and actions points.
4. Legal project delivery
- Ensure project outputs are delivered on time and to the required standard.
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and funder reporting where required.
- Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including coordination for external meetings, taking and sharing minutes, organising correspondence, and storing materials timely and safely.
5. Information management and publications
- Ensure legal and policy information is accurately stored, organised and retrievable.
- Work with the Content and Communications Manager to ensure accuracy and clarity of published legal content, and draft the legal section of ILPA’s weekly newsletter, and parts of the Annual Report.
6. Organisational contribution
- Support cross-team working with training, content and litigation colleagues.
- Contribute to organisational planning, learning and continuous improvement.
- Undertake other duties consistent with the seniority of the role.
Accountability and relationships
Reports to: Director of Policy & Advocacy
Key working relationships:
- Legal Officer
- Legal Project Officer
- Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice
- Content and Communications Manager
- Training Manager
- Membership Engagement Manager
- Chief Executive and Trustees
Person specification
Essential
- Appropriate post-qualification experience in UK immigration, asylum and nationality law, or equivalent expertise demonstrated through substantial legal practice or policy work at an equivalent level;
- Substantial knowledge and experience of UK immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law;
- Strong legal and policy analysis and drafting skills;
- Ability to communicate complex legal information clearly;
- Experience of parliamentary or government engagement;
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a high volume of work, competing deadlines, and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment;
- Experience of member, stakeholder or practitioner engagement;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with partners across the sector;
- Commitment to ILPA’s charitable objectives.
Desirable
- Knowledge of parliamentary process and legislative scrutiny;
- Experience supervising or supporting junior colleagues;
- Experience of project management or grant-funded work;
- Experience of using different software, including WordPress, Salesforce and Campaign Monitor.
How to apply
To apply, please complete:
- ILPA Application Form
- ILPA Equalities Monitoring form
And submit these with your CV to our recruitment email address. Please see our website (linked) for full details on how to submit your application and our contact for this job ad.
This vacancy advert may be taken down from our job board earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received.
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people whose backgrounds, experiences or circumstances are under-represented in our workforce, including people with lived experience of migration and people with a disability. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, including at senior grades. To reduce bias in our shortlisting process, ILPA operates an anonymised application process. If for any reason you prefer to apply in a different format, or require adjustments to the process, please get in touch.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Manager
Reporting to: Head of People and Culture
Salary Range: £40,000 - £45,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid
Hours/Days per week: 35 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
We are Felix
We bring people together to rescue, repurpose, and share surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, turning an environmental problem into a social opportunity.
Together with 16 other independent charities, 18,000 volunteers, and thousands of partners, we are the UK’s food rescue network, supporting 1.5 million people across the country.
We‘re about fuller plates, fuller communities, and fuller lives.
Purpose of the Job
To lead and deliver Felix’s direct recruitment strategy, attracting, sourcing and securing exceptional talent across the organisation. The role will reduce reliance on agency recruitment, enhance cost-effectiveness, and build hiring capability by partnering with and developing Hiring Managers to make confident, inclusive and effective recruitment decisions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time.
- ·Responsible for the recruitment of all roles across the charity in all functions, leading recruitment briefing sessions with Hiring managers and HR Business Partners.
- Upskilling hiring managers to confidently lead recruitment activities, including interviewing techniques and policy compliance
- Creating and posting innovative Job Adverts
- Increasing the use of our social media channels
- Assisting with interview, assessment and offer administration.
- Managing recruitment agencies as required.
- Support the Sr OD Manager with succession planning.
Essential Criteria
- Previous Recruitment and People Management experience in an in-house role with expertise in influencing at senior level
- Excellent working knowledge of social media as a platform to drive recruitment activity
- Have an excellent working knowledge of LinkedIn, Job boards and Application Tracking Systems
- Good level of computer skills
- A Love for Data and using the data to influence your immediate Manager and other senior stakeholders.
- A creative approach and ability to work with local authorities and community groups to add value and build our reputation
- Ability to work in a fast paced, target driven environment
- Excellent relationship building skills
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident face to face and telephone manner
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.



This role leads two of the most consequential shifts in our 2026–2028 strategy. First, our move from a narrative-based to an evidence-based organisation: designing our impact measurement framework, leading the rollout and adoption of the Impact Hub (our custom CRM and data platform), and embedding data-driven decision-making across every team. Second, the community around our programmes: the trusted community and education referral partnerships that bring young people to us, and the structured alumni community that keeps them connected, supported and contributing after they complete our programmes.
WHAT YOU OWN
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Impact framework : the organisation's impact measurement framework, metrics and indicators.
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The Impact Hub (CRM) : the platform, its roadmap, adoption and supplier relationship.
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Data governance : data quality standards, validation protocols and UK GDPR compliance.
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Evaluation methodology : how programmes and services are evaluated, including external evaluation partnerships.
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Referral partnerships : the community and education referral partnership model and its members.
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Alumni strategy : the alumni engagement model, tiered support structure and Advisory Council.
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Organisational reporting : impact reporting to the board, funders and the public.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Impact Measurement & Evidence ~ Develop and own the organisation's impact measurement framework, defining metrics and indicators that reflect outcomes and effectiveness rather than interest or activity alone.
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Organisational Insight & Foresight ~ Act as the organisation's insight lead: translate quantitative and qualitative data into organisational insight that shapes strategy, programme design and resource allocation.
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The Impact Hub ~ Lead the delivery, rollout and adoption of the Impact Hub, including migration from Upshot, in line with the phased plan in the Data & Digital strategy : and own its roadmap as the organisation's insight platform thereafter.
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Stakeholder Engagement Framework (Governance) ~ Act as guardian of the unified stakeholder engagement framework, defining the standards, data capture requirements and reporting consistency that all teams apply across our five stakeholder groups.
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Community & Education Partnerships (Referral Pipeline) ~ Design and deliver the structured referral partnership model set out in the Talent & Engagement strategy, piloting quarterly cohorts of university, faith-group and community-organisation partners with clear MOUs, shared objectives and referral tracking through the Impact Hub.
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Alumni Community & Engagement ~ Design and deliver a structured 12-month alumni engagement calendar with audience-segmented communications, supported by Impact Hub data.
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Reporting & Funder Evidence ~ Produce evidence-based impact reporting for the board, funders, partners and public communications, supporting grant bids, corporate stewardship and the annual report.
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Team Leadership ~ Line-manage the Data Administrator, Progression coaches and any future team members, providing guidance, training and performance oversight.
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Organisational Leadership ~ Contribute to organisational strategy, annual planning and budgeting as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Read the full Job Description attached to see the full Key repsonsibilites, Person specification and 12 month success metrics.
20/20 Levels is a social mobility organisation dedicated to empowering black and racially underrepresented young people to maximise their potential.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an opportunity to help shape one of the UK's most ambitious youth development charities as we move from a founder-led organisation to a nationally recognised institution. The successful candidate will help build the systems, culture and capability that will enable 20/20 Levels to scale its impact over the next decade.
This role owns the 20/20 Levels brand and turns it into growth. It leads the Branding, Marketing & Communications stream of our 2026–2028 strategy: one consistent brand narrative across our 'in real life' and online presence, youth-centred storytelling that puts young people and alumni at the centre of every touchpoint, and a structured content operation that reduces our reliance on agencies and on CEO visibility.
The 'Commercial' half of the role is focused on our income-generation mandate. Our income strategy commits us to building unrestricted income, and this role builds the engine: tiered sponsorship propositions and renewals, a consultancy pipeline, licensing and digital products, monetised research and insights, and the commercial forecasting that makes this income plannable working hand in hand with the Business Development function, which leads the employment partner sales pipeline.
WHAT YOU OWN
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Brand strategy : positioning, narrative, visual identity and brand architecture.
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Marketing budget : the full branding, marketing and production budget, including agency and freelance spend.
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Communications calendar : the master content and communications calendar across all channels.
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Brand governance : brand guidelines, approval standards and their enforcement across the organisation.
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Commercial propositions : sponsorship packages, consultancy offers, licensing and digital products.
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Reputation & PR : media strategy, press activity, awards and crisis communications.
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Marketing technology stack : the tools used for content, email, social, analytics and campaign management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Brand & Messaging ~ Extend and enforce our digital brand guidelines (with agency input), aligning tone, visuals and youth-centred storytelling across every channel so participants, alumni and mentors are visible at all touchpoints.
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Content & Engagement ~ Build and run a structured master content calendar across all channels, replacing high-volume unstructured output with purposeful, story-led content.
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Reputation, PR & Research ~ Lead the PR and awards strategy: targeted press activity, quarterly media features and two award submissions per year.
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Partner Network (Corporate & Commercial) ~ Design the 20/20 Levels Partner Network proposition, intentionally articulating what partners and mentors give and receive, to strengthen commitment, retention and long-term reciprocal relationships across all partner types.
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Commercial Development & Unrestricted Income ~ Design and package tiered corporate sponsorship propositions with clear, differentiated value for partners at each level.
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Employer Brand ~ Worrking with the Chief of Staff to develop the employer value proposition, recruitment pack and employer presence (LinkedIn, Glassdoor) to support recruitment of staff, facilitators and mentors as the organisation grows.
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Team Leadership & Budget ~ Lead and develop the brand and content team, including recruitment, task allocation, coaching and performance management.
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Evaluation & Reporting ~ Track performance against strategy targets using Impact Hub data and platform analytics, and report quarterly to senior leadership and the board on achievements, risks and opportunities.
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Organisational Leadership ~ Contribute to organisational strategy, annual planning and budgeting as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Read the full Job Description attached to see the full Key repsonsibilites, Person specification and 12 month success metrics.
20/20 Levels is a social mobility organisation dedicated to empowering black and racially underrepresented young people to maximise their potential.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is excited to be working with our client to help them recruit for an interim fundraiser to join their team. The organisation is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest. With a committed, dedicated staff team and clear plans to scale reach, support and impact, Carers First lives its values by being positive, collaborative and ambitious in all it does.
This role is offered on a flexible 9-month contract paying a salary of up to £33,944 per annum, with flexible remote working arrangements and occasional travel to the Strood Head Office or London for team meetings.
The interim fundraiser will be responsible for securing and sustaining trusts, foundations and corporate fundraising income to enable the charity to grow its support and impact for carers. They will build positive relationships with previous, current and prospective funders; produce compelling and accurate funding applications and reports; use their systems to accurately record and monitor their trust and corporate fundraising and undertake research to identify new funding opportunities. The postholder will also work collaboratively with colleagues across the charity to communicate the need of our work, demonstrate its impact and ensure that funders receive high-quality information.
They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in fundraising through trusts, foundations and/or corporates. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience of identifying, developing and delivering successful cases for support. They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of understanding detailed information from multiple sources and turning it into clear, accurate and compelling written applications and reports. The ideal candidate will demonstrate understanding of and an ambitiouscommitment to the goals and values of the charity.
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 a disability and require reasonable adjustments to any part of the process, please contact Firas El Dib 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 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.
About the role
Enjoy being part of a team that works to execute exciting campaigns, provide first class supporter experience, contribute to the retention of valued supporters, and ultimate raise money for a great cause? Then we’d love to hear from you.
The Afternoon Tea executive is focussed on the effective delivery of our fundraising campaign, Afternoon Tea. Over the next 5 years, we have ambitious plans for Afternoon Tea, and this role will play a significant part in helping to plan and deliver this, reach thousands of people and raise millions of pounds each year.
You’ll be responsible for building long-lasting relationships with our valued supporters, accurate delivery of processes, assisting in the design and creation of fundraising materials and working across teams to deliver a high-quality fundraising product.
We’re looking for a passionate, efficient and creative executive who is ready to help and who’s keen to be part of a fun and energetic team.
About you
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in the world of mass participation fundraising, project management and the charity sector. To do this you’ll have an understanding of mass participation fundraising with excellent multi-tasking skills and attention to detail. Helpful and collaborative in your approach, an interest in relationship fundraising is essential.
As well as your keen interest in project management and relationship-building, this role will allow you to hone your excellent planning and time management skills as you’ll lead on several projects from start to finish.
Job description and benefits
The job description and our attractive benefits are available for you to download.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
The salary range is:
£26,936 to £27,500per annum London based
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer now recruitment team
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who
we support.
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.
Closing date Monday 31st August 2026 11:59 pm
Interview date 7th September and 8 September
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Title: Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager
Duty Station: Home-based
Duration: 3 months with possible extension
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising and Strategic Partnerships
Start Date: September 2026
About HelpAge
HelpAge International works with a diverse global network of around 200 organisations across 99 countries to promote the rights of older people to lead dignified, healthy and secure lives.
Through partnership and collaborations, we work to ensure the inclusion of older people across society and strive to deliver a just and fair world for everyone as they get older. Our work is driven by our desire to achieve real impact for older people, to be inclusive, to work in partnership and to learn from our shared experience.
Background
HelpAge International is seeking to diversify and grow philanthropic income from trusts and foundations from the US philanthropic markets.
An initial prospect mapping exercise is currently being undertaken by an external consultant, identifying a broad range of potential trusts, foundations, and philanthropic opportunities. HelpAge aims to build on this work through a short-term assignment that combines prospect qualification with active donor outreach and engagement to assess the level of market interest and develop a robust pipeline for future cultivation.
The assignment will also support the organisation in assessing the value of different funding intelligence platforms through the use of free trial subscriptions.
Purpose of the assignment
- Build on the initial prospect research undertaken.
- Qualify and prioritise prospective trusts and foundations.
- Actively engage with prospective donors to test interest and build relationships.
- Identify funding opportunities aligned with HelpAge International's priorities.
- Develop a realistic cultivation pipeline and recommended engagement strategy.
- Assess the value of fundraising databases to support future investment decisions.
Scope of work
Prospect qualification and research
- Review and refine the existing prospect list.
- Undertake further research to assess:
- strategic fit
- thematic priorities
- geographic focus
- average grant size
- openness to unsolicited approaches
- existing grantees and partnership opportunities.
Prospects should be categorised according to priority and likelihood of success.
Active donor outreach and engagement
Proactively engage with selected prospects to assess donor interest and identify potential opportunities.
This includes:
- drafting and sending introductory emails
- seeking warm introductions through existing contacts and networks
- arranging exploratory meetings
- preparing briefing notes and meeting materials
- following up with prospects following meetings or discussions
- identifying opportunities for further cultivation and relationship development
Records will be maintained of:
- contacts established
- meetings held
- donor feedback
- potential next steps
- indications of interest
Pipeline development
Develop and maintain a prospect pipeline comprising:
· Tier 1 – High Priority Prospects
o Strong strategic alignment and realistic funding potential.
· Tier 2 – Medium Priority Prospects
o Promising opportunities requiring further cultivation.
· Tier 3 – Long-Term Prospects
o Strategic opportunities requiring longer-term relationship building.
For each prospect, provide:
- rationale for prioritisation
- indicative grant size
- likely programme interests
- recommended engagement strategy
- suggested next steps
Opportunity identification
Identify and circulate relevant funding opportunities including:
- trusts and foundations
- challenge funds
- philanthropic collaboratives
- donor-advised funds and intermediary mechanisms
- companies
Funding database assessment
Undertake monthly free trials of fundraising databases and assess their suitability for HelpAge International.
- Instrumentl
- Fundraisio
- Cause IQ
- FundsforNGOs Premium
For each platform assess:
- quality of information
- international coverage
- coverage of US foundations
- ease of use
- value for money
- overall suitability for HelpAge's fundraising strategy
Deliverables
By the end of the assignment:
· Prioritised prospect pipeline
Including:
- high-priority prospects
- medium-priority prospects
- longer-term opportunities
Including recommended engagement strategies and indicative funding potential.
· Donor engagement tracker
Recording:
- outreach undertaken
- meetings secured
- contacts established
- feedback received
- recommended next steps
· Opportunity tracker
Including:
- open calls
- deadlines
- funding priorities
- recommended actions
· Database assessment paper
Comparing the fundraising databases and recommending whether HelpAge should invest in any of them.
· Final Report
Providing:
· key findings
· priority prospects
· donor intelligence and feedback
· recommended cultivation approaches
· suggested next steps for the fundraising team
· recommendations for future investment in trusts and foundations fundraising
Profile and requirements
Essential
- Proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations
- Experience of cultivating and managing donor relationships
- Knowledge of US and international philanthropy
- Strong prospect research and pipeline management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience within international development or humanitarian organisations
- Existing networks within US and international philanthropy
- Knowledge of ageing, health systems, social protection or humanitarian sectors
Safeguarding, Ethics and Compliance
HelpAge International is committed to safeguarding the communities with which we work, our partners, staff, and any others who come into contact with our work.
The Consultant is required to:
· Prevent harm and abuse arising from their work, conduct, or engagement with HelpAge activities;
· Report any safeguarding concerns, incidents, or suspicions promptly through HelpAge’s reporting mechanisms;
· Comply with HelpAge’s Safeguarding Policy and associated frameworks, including the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA);
· Complete any mandatory safeguarding training or briefings as required for the assignment.
In addition, the Consultant is required to adhere to HelpAge International’s key policies and standards, including but not limited to:
· Code of Conduct
· Safeguarding Policy
· Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy
· Anti-Fraud and Bribery Policy
· Anti-Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Harassment Policy
· Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy
· Raising a Concern (Whistleblowing) Policy
· Social Media Policy
The Consultant is expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with these policies at all times while engaged with HelpAge.
Failure to comply with these requirements may result in termination of the contract and, where appropriate, further action.
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter outlining their suitability for the consultancy, together with an up-to-date CV and financial proposal (daily rate).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to help ensure people with lived experience shape the future of Shelter’s work? Join Shelter as our Lived Experience Project Assistant and play a vital role in supporting our Lived Experience Insight team.
About the role
This is an exciting role within the Lived Experience Insight team. As Project Support Assistant you will be essential in supporting the co-ordination of Shelter’s Lived Experience Programmes. You will be delivering administrative support across the team, enabling smooth delivery of Lived Experience Insight activity. This will include supporting projects, booking and coordinating meetings and planning face to face meetings and events.
Role specifics
You'll provide essential administrative and project support to the Lived Experience Insight team, helping to ensure the smooth delivery of involvement projects and GROW Traineeships. You'll coordinate meetings and events, manage enquiries, maintain accurate records and data across a range of systems, support financial administration and reporting, and create engaging internal and external communications. You'll also help improve the team's processes, resources and ways of working, ensuring people with lived experience remain at the heart of Shelter's work.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About the team
The Lived Experience Assistant sits as part of the LEI Team, within the Equity, Inclusion and Culture Directorate. The main goal of the team is to work closely alongside people with lived experience to influence and steer the direction of Shelter’s work, so that lived experience informs everything we do.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
- Salary - £39,425 - £40,463
- Location - Kenya or the UK
- Team - Digital Team
- Line Manager - Digital Delivery Lead
- Line Reports - Matrix (Technical) Systems and Salesforce Officer
- Hours - 35 hours per week
- Contract - Permanent
Closing date: 31-8-2026
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SALESFORCE ADMINISTRATION & SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
- Act as the system owner and technical lead for Start Network’s Salesforce platform, ensuring it supports the needs of a global, network‑based organisation.
- Design and maintain Salesforce access and security controls, balancing strong data protection with practical access for teams working across regions and functions.
- Implement and uphold data governance and data quality standards within Salesforce, working closely with the Data Manager to align with wider organisational frameworks.
- Design and deliver scalable automation (e.g. flows, validation rules, custom objects) to reduce manual effort and support efficient, consistent ways of working.
- Design, manage and optimise integrations between Salesforce and other organisational systems (e.g. FormAssembly, reporting and automation tools), ensuring reliable data flows and joined‑up processes.
- Translate organisational and programme processes into clear, scalable system solutions that work for staff and partners across the network.
- Own and maintain the Salesforce data model, ensuring it reflects how Start Network operates today while remaining flexible for future growth and change.
MICROSOFT 365 OVERSIGHT
- Provide oversight of Microsoft 365 administration, licensing and configuration, ensuring tools are well‑aligned to organisational needs, strong security standards, and responsible use of resources.
- Define and maintain access and security principles for Microsoft 365, working collaboratively with operational teams and external providers (e.g. Twin Systems) to ensure consistent and proportionate controls.
- Provide guidance on the effective use and optimisation of Microsoft 365 tools (e.g. Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive), supporting clear organisational ways of working and collaboration across regions and teams.
SYSTEM OWNERSHIP & ARCHITECTURE
- Own the organisation’s digital systems landscape, with Salesforce as the primary platform.
- Ensure alignment and integration across systems (e.g. FormAssembly, Power BI, M365, etc.).
- Define and maintain system architecture and data flows.
- Evaluate and recommend new tools in alignment with organisational needs and existing systems.
USER SUPPORT & CAPACITY BUILDING
- Provide escalation-level support and technical guidance for complex system issues
- Oversee resolution of complex technical issues, working with internal and external stakeholders
- Support capability building through guidance and training on system usage and best practices
- Partner with teams to identify capability gaps and improve system usage.
REPORTING & DASHBOARDS
- Define and lead the technical enablement of reporting across Salesforce and connected platforms
- Support programme, membership, and assurance teams with data extraction and visualisation needs.
- Support donor reporting requirements, including standardised data outputs and IATI
- Ensure data structures support effective reporting, analytics, and decision-making across the organisation.
PROJECT DELIVERY & ENHANCEMENTS
- Lead the design and delivery of Salesforce and system enhancements
- Liaise with external developers/consultants when specialist configurations are required.
- Ensure system changes are documented and aligned with data governance standards.
- Provide technical direction for system improvements and ensure alignment with overall architecture.
DATA GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE
- Uphold data protection standards, including GDPR compliance.
- Ensure systems operate in line with Start Network’s values and commitments on data responsibility.
- Support audits, risk assessments, and internal reviews with accurate system documentation and reporting.
- Define and uphold data governance frameworks across systems, ensuring consistency, integrity, and compliance within Salesforce context.
START NETWORK CULTURE
- Carries out the responsibilities of the role in line with the Start Network Code of Conduct and with a commitment to safeguarding adults and children
- A commitment to the Start Network vision, principles, values, and approach
- The Start Network team is an agile group of individuals who use their experience and skills across the network, so flexibility to work in and with different teams and functions is a part of our culture.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- Proven strong experience as a Salesforce Administrator or specialist, with responsibility for configuring and maintaining a complex Salesforce environment
- Strong working knowledge of Salesforce platforms relevant to Start Network’s context (e.g. Nonprofit Cloud, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Agentforce or equivalent automation/AI features).
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing automation, custom configurations and integrations that support scalable, efficient ways of working.
- Ability to translate organisational and programme needs into effective system and data solutions, using sound judgement and analytical skills.
DESIRABLE
- Experience working in NGOs, membership organisations, or humanitarian contexts.
- Familiarity with grant management or partner due diligence systems.
- Experience with API integrations and third‑party apps (e.g., FormAssembly, Mailchimp).
- Project management experience (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
The Company
Start Network is made up of more than 90 non-governmental organisations across five continents, ranging from large international organisations to local and national NGOs. Our programmes allow members to deliver humanitarian action around the world.
Our mission is to create a new era of humanitarian action that will save even more lives. We aren’t driven by media headlines or political will, we’re here for the communities affected by and at risk of crises.
We are an organisation committed to doing things differently. For some roles, we need more technical humanitarian expertise, but for other roles, we are looking for relevant transferable skills, the right attitude, and a passion to bring change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
An organisation providing specialist support to the not-for-profit sector is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to join its team.
The Head of Finance will take responsibility for a broad range of financial management activities, working closely with senior stakeholders to provide high-quality financial information, analysis and advice. The role combines strategic financial planning with oversight of core financial reporting and control processes.
Key responsibilities include:
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across a complex, multi-entity international environment
• Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support organisational planning
• Oversee monthly management reporting, including analysis of performance against budget
• Manage year-end financial processes and coordinate with external auditors
• Provide financial insight and advice to senior stakeholders to support effective decision-making
• Oversee financial management and reporting requirements associated with externally funded activities
• Support the continued development of financial processes, controls and reporting
About You
• Fully qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)
• Experience within the charity, not-for-profit or a similarly complex environment would be advantageous
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling experience
• Experience overseeing management accounts and year-end processes
The role is mostly remote with occasional travel required for on-site meetings.
Given the international nature of the role, some flexibility around working hours may occasionally be required
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Pool Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in Tower Hamlets.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
You will be providing cover to services where support or recovery workers are absent through sickness or holiday, supporting services users in an empathetic manner and helping them through their recovery journey.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
You must have experience supporting people with recovery from mental health issues in an accommodation based setting
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
People Assistant – Recruitment
Ref: 000043
Location: Home-based, UK Nationwide occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: 35 hours per week (worked over 5 days a week, Monday to Friday)
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover)
Salary: circa £26,800 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,457 per annum may be applied in accordance with where you live)
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised and proactive People Assistant to join our fast-paced, friendly People Team. Focusing mainly on the recruitment side of practice, you will act as the first point of contact for all recruitment related queries while supporting managers through the recruitment and onboarding process. This is an exciting time to join our team as you will play a key role in supporting the implementation of a brand new Applicant Tracking System.
You’ll also to support the wider People team, as and when needed, with general HR related queries, including absence and volunteering.
Key Responsibilities
As a vital member of our People team, you will play a central role in delivering a smooth and efficient recruitment experience for all involved. Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the first point of contact for all recruitment related queries while monitoring all recruitment inboxes.
- Acting as the primary support for all recruitment administration including requesting right to work checks, drafting offer letters and contracts and requesting references.
- Advertising job and volunteer adverts both internally and externally
- Liaising with recruitment agencies as and when needed.
- Supporting the implementation of our new applicant tracking system (ATS), helping to streamline and modernise our recruitment processes.
- Raising purchase orders and managing goods receipting processes.
- Maintaining accurate HR systems and databases, including updating recruitment trackers and personnel records.
- Working closely with the People Advisor to ensure a seamless, supportive, and efficient People function across the organisation.
About You
You are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with:
- A CIPD level 3 qualification and/or proven experience in HR administration, with a focus on recruitment.
- Experience of delivering excellent customer service in a busy administrative environment
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with ease.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you thrive in a people-focused environment and build positive relationships at all levels.
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Confident IT skills, including use of Office 365, HR systems and databases, and cloud based systems.
Due to the nature of this role and recruitment process deadlines, we require someone to work 35 hours a week over 5 days Monday to Friday.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
About Us
The Stroke Association is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. We provide tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.
We’re here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
Closing Date: 30 August 2026 (Midnight)
First round interview: 7 September 2026
Second Round interview: 10 or 11 September 2026
N.B. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Stroke Association is driven by our ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means we’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by Our approach to solving inequity in stroke, we are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across our charity.
We are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Stroke Association and we are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how we work.
We are a Disability Confident employer, and we are making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. Our charity has a variety of staff network groups and we're committed to continuously improving our diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.
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!
Youth Programmes Officer – West Midlands
SALARY: £18,731 pro-rata including holiday pay, based on a working pattern of 30hrs/week across 4 or 5 days, and 39 weeks/year. £26,700 FTE
LOCATION: Homebased with travel within West Midlands (mainly Wolverhampton and Telford)
HOURS: 30hrs a week, working term time only (39 weeks/year).The hours and days of coverage may be negotiable for the right candidate and experience.
CONTRACT: Permanent
Ideal opportunity if you enjoy working with young people and want to help them be the best they can be.
Flexible and rewarding position within a dedicated and supportive team, working together to develop teamwork, leadership, and employability skills that inspire the next generation to aim high.
Are you looking to join an exciting organisation that’s truly making a difference?
The Jon Egging Trust are seeking a highly motivated individual with experience of working with young people, to plan and deliver inspiring teamwork, leadership and employability programmes in the West Midlands. The role involves liaising with school staff, local partners (including the Military and local businesses) and volunteers to ensure programmes meet the needs of our young people and is supported by the Regional Manager, Midlands. You will be joining a fantastically motivated and committed team of workers who are all passionate about improving the lives of young people through our specialist youth programmes.
The successful candidate will be based from home with a requirement to travel to partner schools and business sites in and around Wolverhampton and Telford. Fuel expenses are paid and travel time is included as part of working hours. Working with secondary schools to provide early support programmes, core delivery time is usually within the school working day and during school terms only. All other working hours can be managed with flexibility by the post holder to ensure that all administrative tasks are completed as required.
Across the JET team we cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better outcomes for our young people. We welcome applicantswhatever your background and whatever your stage in life, so if you arereturning to the workforce after a period away,or even seeking a change of pace, please get in touch.
About the Jon Egging Trust (JET)
At JET, we support vulnerable young people to get back on track and realise their potential; more than 30,000 young people right across the UK to date, and there’s so much more we can do. We’re an organisation that really values its people and we’re immensely proud that our team culture is based on caring and raising each other up.
Our benefits package includes:
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Flexible working
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Enhanced annual leave
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Homeworking allowance
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Occupational pension scheme
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Occupational sickness scheme
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Special paid leave provision
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Enhanced family leave
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Child and adult at risk protection policy statement
The Jon Egging Trust is committed to providing a safe and positive environment for everyone involved in its services and activities. The Trust takes its extended moral and legal duty of care very seriously in relation to children, young people, staff and volunteers. We seek to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and to protect them from harm or abuse when they engage in any of our activities.JET expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.
To apply
Please complete our online application form. LINK TO ATS
The closing date is Sunday 13th September at 23.30 hrs
Formal Interviews to be held via Teams plus an in-person session delivery at one of our partner schools in West Midlands week commencing 21st September 2026, location to be confirmed.
Questions?
Contact through our website.
Please note:
Due to our anonymised recruitment process, if your application is not shortlisted, we are unable to provide personalised feedback.
To become an employee at JET, you must be able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check – enhanced with children's barred is required for this role.
As part of our safer recruitment process, all candidates invited to a final interview will also be required to complete a confidential self-disclosure form, which allows any relevant information to be discussed in line with our safeguarding policy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Job title: Programme Assistant, Enquiries
Line manager: Team Leader, Enquiries (Senior Officer, Enquiries, in Team Leader’s absence)
Salary: £30,000
Type of contract: Permanent
Start date: Late October 2026 or shortly thereafter
Benefits:
- Challenging and rewarding work, always life-changing, sometimes lifesaving
- Competitive salary
- Team and individual training opportunities, including dedicated training budget and team lunch and learn activities monthly
- Commitment to personal development, including opportunities to develop skills and experience to support wider Cara strategy participating in working groups, contribute to office improvement initiatives
- Hybrid working, home and office (minimum 2 days each week in the London office)
- Eight hours each day Monday – Friday, with flexible working by arrangement around core hours of 10am – 4pm
- 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays and two weeks Christmas and New Year office closure
- 8% employer pension contribution
- Wellbeing support, access to counselling when required, Mental Health First aid and supportive small team environment
- Convenient office location at Elephant and Castle, close to Tube (Bakerloo and Northern lines) and bus routes
Role purpose statement: The Programme Assistant, Enquiries, plays a vital administrative role in the Fellowship Programme working directly with academics facing immediate risk in their home countries. The role exists to provide effective and efficient administration, completing due diligence tasks and onward signposting to prospective applicants. Duties include managing an individual caseload of applicants, assisting prospective applicants and administrative support for general enquiries, the Enquiries team as well as support across the Fellowship Programme when needed.
Organisational Background
The Council for At-Risk Academics is a UK-registered charity founded in 1933 under the leadership of William Beveridge, to assist academics suffering persecution under the rise of Nazism and facilitate their continued work in safety. Sixteen Cara Fellows from the 1930s and 1940s became Nobel Laureates, and many more innovators in their fields, including, Nikolaus Pevsner, Lise Meitner and Karl Popper.
Cara has been a lifeline to academics at risk for over 90 years enabling them to continue their teaching and research in safety, as and when world events have placed them in the line of fire: Hungarian Uprising, Cold War, Apartheid South Africa, Iran, Latin American Juntas, Vietnam, Kosovo, DRC, Rwanda, Sudan, Zimbabwe etc. and, more recently Iraq, Turkey, Yemen, Palestine, Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine.
Today, our Fellowship Programme convenes a network of 135 UK universities in the UK to secure research placements for at-risk academics and support for their families, continuing a longstanding commitment of protecting academics and preserving their knowledge and expertise.
Cara Objectives‘To assist academics who have been, or are at risk of being, subject to discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence on account of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion, to relieve needs among them and their dependants and ensure that their specialist knowledge and abilities can continue to be used for the benefit of the public.’
‘To advance education by supporting academics and their educational institutions in countries where their continuing work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that such academics and institutions can continue to fulfil their critical role as educators for the public benefit.’
Role & Responsibilities
Casework
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Signposting prospective applicants to the application form.
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Manage own caseload, preparing cases for eligibility review, including arranging calls to speak with applicants, booking English language tests, and gathering all relevant documentation.
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Escalating complex cases to the Team Leader as required.
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Maintain accurate and GDPR-Compliant records of casework activity.
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Researching international affairs to develop understanding about risks applicants face.
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Attending weekly case review meetings with the team.
Administration
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Provide general administrative and logistical support, including answering phone enquiries.
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Manage the general enquiries inbox, alongside another colleague, answering emails about the enquiries’ process, the Fellowship Programme and Cara.
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Signpost enquiries to relevant colleagues internally and to other organisations where applicable.
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Assist with compilation of reports to funders.
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Present and collect data on general enquiries and applications to the Programme.
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Ensure safekeeping of confidential information.
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Maintain excellent detailed records of correspondence, documents, and activities.
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Provide administrative support to colleagues on projects across the organisation as required.
Managerial Support
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Take part and contribute to Cara wide working groups across a range of research and strategy topics, including contributing to efficiency improvements.
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Provide advice and guidance to colleagues where applicable.
Ad Hoc Responsibilities
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Show adaptability and willingness to take on additional work when necessary.
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Support the Fellowship Programme and Cara as a whole with ad hoc responsibilities.
Responsibilities also include related activities that might arise in relation to the Fellowship Programme and Cara's other programmes as required by the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive & Fellowship Programme Manager, and other senior colleagues.
Person Specification
Essential:
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Bachelor’s degree
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Fluent English (spoken and written)
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Proactive with a willingness to learn and contribute to a growing organisation
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Confident and empathetic with strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to remain adaptable and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Keen team player who is ready to support and help colleagues
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Excellent record keeping and attention to detail
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Ability to work independently in a hybrid work setting
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Good time management with ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
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Understanding of issues of confidentiality
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Ability to handle difficult conversations with sensitivity and resilience
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Interest in and commitment to the work of Cara
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Confident using Microsoft package
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Awareness of current global issues
Desirable
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Master’s or equivalent experience
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Casework experience
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Arabic language skills are desirable. Other foreign languages (such as Farsi/Dari, Pashto, Ukrainian and Russian) will also be considered
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Salesforce/CRM software experience
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Lived experience or experience in supporting people who’ve gone through forced migration or other forms of severe adversity
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if offered this position.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial online interview on the week starting 21st September and if successful, will be required to attend an in-person interview at our office in London on the week starting 28th September. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please mention this as part of your application.
Our staff team is a small (approx. 20 staff), committed and dedicated team, who works with our organisational values of Community & Collaboration, Trust & Integrity and Resilience through Knowledge & learning, we welcome applications from those with diverse identities and you will find a warm and welcoming team, committed to the highest standards as we seek to support those at risk around the world.
Application Instructions
Please send a CV along with a cover letter in response to the screening questions below. Applications that do not follow this guidance will not be considered.
At Cara, we do not utilise AI tools at any stage during the recruitment process, and all applications we receive are reviewed by at least two members of our team.
We recognise that whilst artificial intelligence can be a useful tool in preparing a job application, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
Applicants may find AI useful for:
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Refining and clarifying ideas and thoughts in your application
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Researching publicly available information about Cara
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Checking spelling, grammar and clarity of your answers
However, we ask you to refrain from using AI for:
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Generating responses to application questions and copying these into your application
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Inventing or exaggerating your skills and experiences
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Using live AI during interviews to answer questions
We tend to find that applications that rely too heavily on AI-generated responses are not as competitive, and at Cara we value answers informed by personal experiences. We may also reject applications where AI has been used inappropriately.
Please respond to the following questions in your cover letter (max. 2 pages).
- What interests you about Cara and the work of supporting at-risk academics, and how do your experience and skills relate to this role? (max 500 words)
- Describe a specific situation in which you had to manage competing priorities? How did you approach the situation? (max 250 words)
- Tell us about a time when you had to deal with a person who was in a vulnerable situation. How did you handle this and what did you learn from this experience? (max 250 words)
We reserve the right to close applications for this role early if we receive a high number of applications.
Cara provides help to academics in immediate danger, those forced into exile, and those who remain and work in their home countries despite the risks.


