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The COO will translate BLiM's mission and strategy and ensure its well-run, properly resourced, with its ambitious day-to-day delivery. You will free the CEO to focus on strategic leadership and external influence by owning operations, people management, financial oversight and internal systems.

The COO will be a senior leader who shapes organisational culture, makes operational decisions, manages complex stakeholder relationships and drives the performance of a passionate, high-commitment team. You will be the person the organisation looks to when it needs clarity, stability and momentum.

The COO joins at a moment of leadership transition following the departure of BLiM's co-founder and Director of Operations.

Why Join Us:

Black Lives in Music (BLiM) is a not-for-profit dedicated to advancing racial equity across the UK music industry. We amplify the voices of Black artists, music professionals and communities; drive systemic change; and hold the industry accountable for meaningful progress. Through research, advocacy, programming and strategic partnerships, BLiM creates the conditions for Black talent to thrive.

BLiM has published ground-breaking research including the Being Black in the UK Music Industry report, produced the UK's first Black classical music festival in Classically Black, influenced government policy on live music licensing, and built a network of over 100 partner organisations across the four nations. BLiM is now entering a new phase of its development, with a strengthened leadership team, a Target Operating Model designed to carry the organisation beyond its founding era, and an ambition to become the UK's most influential voice for racial equity in music.

Person Specification 

Essential

• Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally as a COO, Head of Operations or Director of Operations in a charity, social enterprise or purpose-driven organisation.

• Demonstrable track record of building and improving operational infrastructure: systems, processes, policies and ways of working that make organisations more effective and resilient.

• Proven people management experience, including line management of senior staff, performance development, recruitment and team culture-building.

• Strong financial literacy, including experience of budget management, grant compliance, financial reporting and working with a board finance function.

• Experience of leading or supporting governance processes, including board reporting, risk management and compliance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex operational information into clear, accessible reports and presentations for senior stakeholders.

• A genuine, demonstrable commitment to racial equity and an understanding of the specific systemic barriers faced by Black professionals, artists and communities.

• The emotional intelligence and interpersonal skill to lead with care, build trust quickly and navigate complex relationships under pressure.

• The resilience and adaptability to thrive in a small, fast-paced, mission-driven organisation where the work is varied, the stakes are high and no day is the same.

Desirable

• Experience of working in or with the music industry, creative industries or arts and culture sector.

• Familiarity with Arts Council England funding frameworks, charity law and the regulatory environment for non-profit organisations.

• Experience of implementing or managing a CRM system, project management platform or other operational technology.

• Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) frameworks and how to embed inclusive practice into operational systems and culture.

• Experience of leading an organisation through a period of significant change, transition or growth.

• An existing network within the UK music sector, creative industries or racial equity and social justice space.

At BLiM, we're interviewing on a rolling basis, so we'd encourage you to apply sooner rather than later!

To be considered for a first interview, please include a Cover Letter with your application. This initial conversation will be relaxed and informal, and we'll take you through the full interview process together so you know exactly what to expect at every stage.

With more than 750 members, Homeless Link work to improve services and campaign for policy change that will help end homelessness and ensure that everyone has a place to call home and the support they need to keep it.

We are seeking a Research Officer to join our Policy and Research team.This is a varied role, supporting both longer-term strategic research and responsive research consultancy projects, including programme evaluations.  The Research Officer will work closely with the wider Research team to collect, analyse and communicate evidence that informs policy, practice development and service improvement across the sector.  This will include both quantitative and qualitative research and working with frontline services, partners and people with lived experience of homelessness.

The successful candidate will have a good foundation in quantitative and qualitative research, strong communication skills, and an openness to continuous learning and problem solving. This role would suit someone looking to build their experience in applied social research while contributing to evidence that supports a better response to preventing and ending homelessness.

We are actively seeking to increase diversity within our organisation and would greatly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness, from a black or minority ethnic background and/or with a disability.

For full details of the role and how to apply please select  Redirect to Recruiter to visit our website.

About Future Frontiers 

Household income is still one of the strongest predictors of a young person’s future opportunities and earning potential in the UK. Future Frontiers exists to level the playing field. We equip under-resourced young people with the knowledge, skills, confidence and connections they need to broaden their horizons and take positive steps towards their futures.

In partnership with schools and businesses across Greater London, we deliver programmes of personalised careers coaching, skills development and exposure to professional role models for young people from low-income families. This year, we are supporting around 2,500 young people through our programmes. You can find out more about our work and impact in the Annual Impact Report on our website.

About the role 

We’re looking for an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our small, ambitious team and help secure the funding that makes our work possible.

Our Philanthropy team builds meaningful relationships with supporters, particularly charitable trusts and foundations, to secure a significant proportion of Future Frontiers’ income. We have a strong case for support, a track record of securing trusts and foundations funding, and an exciting pipeline of opportunities. We’re now looking to build on this success as we continue to grow our philanthropy income. 

Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you’ll identify prospective funders, manage relationships with charitable trusts and foundations, and craft compelling funding proposals and reports that bring our impact to life. 

This role requires exceptional writing skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to communicate information clearly, accurately and persuasively. You’ll need to be highly organised, proactive and confident managing multiple deadlines, while producing consistently high-quality work.

We’re looking for someone with strong trusts and foundations fundraising experience who can combine outstanding written communication with excellent relationship-building skills.

Your responsibilities:

Write funding applications and reports 

You’ll lead on developing high-quality funding applications, reports and proposals for charitable trusts and foundations that make a compelling case for support and bring our impact to life.

This will include translating complex programme and impact information into clear, engaging and persuasive written communications tailored to each funder’s interests and priorities.

Exceptional writing skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential. You’ll ensure all applications and reports are accurate, well-structured, tailored and submitted to a consistently high standard.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to gather information, outcomes and stories that reflect the impact of our programmes.

Manage relationships with trusts and foundations

You’ll help build and manage strong relationships with charitable trusts and foundations through thoughtful stewardship, high-quality communications and proactive engagement.

With support from the Head of Philanthropy, you’ll identify opportunities to secure renewed and increased support, helping grow long-term partnerships with funders.

You’ll also act as an ambassador for Future Frontiers, creating opportunities for supporters to engage more deeply with our work.

Identify new funding opportunities 

You’ll proactively identify charitable trusts and foundations with the potential to support Future Frontiers. Through research and collaboration with colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help build a strong pipeline of prospective funders and develop tailored approaches for engagement.

Gather case studies and impact stories

You’ll help collect pupil case studies and testimonials that bring the impact of our programmes to life.

This may include attending programme sessions, speaking directly with young people and helping them feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Strong communication skills, sensitivity and the ability to build rapport with young people will therefore be important in this role.

Support wider voluntary income and engagement opportunities

You’ll work with colleagues across the organisation to support wider voluntary income and engagement opportunities where appropriate. This could include supporter engagement activity, charitable giving from businesses and other opportunities that help grow Future Frontiers’ network and income.

Keep accurate and detailed records 

You’ll ensure all philanthropy activity is recorded promptly and accurately, helping us manage relationships, reporting deadlines and fundraising activity effectively. You’ll support the team’s efficiency by keeping organised records and helping manage key administrative processes.

You’ll also ensure we meet data protection and fundraising regulations, including GDPR and the Code of Fundraising Practice.

Contribute to wider organisational priorities 

You’ll be a collaborative team member, supporting cross-team projects and organisation-wide initiatives as needed. From time to time, you may also be asked to take on other duties in line with your role.

About you 

Essential

- Experience independently securing high four-figure or ideally five-figure grants from charitable trusts and foundations, including developing successful funding applications and reports.

- Experience managing relationships with funders and delivering thoughtful stewardship to encourage long-term support.

- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate information clearly, accurately and persuasively for different audiences.

- Meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to produce consistently high-quality work while managing multiple deadlines independently. 

- Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with a wide range of people including funders, colleagues and young people.

- Experience identifying and researching prospective funders and helping to develop funding pipelines. 

- Passion for Future Frontiers’ mission and a strong commitment to improving opportunities for under-resourced young people.

Desirable

- Experience securing multi-year funding.

- Experience collecting case studies and testimonials sensitively and confidently.

- Experience supporting wider voluntary income generation or supporter engagement activity.

- Familiarity with fundraising regulations and best practices, including the Code of Fundraising Practice.

- Experience working in education, social mobility or youth focused organisations.

What we can offer you 

• Annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays, pro-rated for part time employees and increasing with length of service 

• Enhanced leave and pay packages exceeding statutory requirements 

• Pension scheme with employer contributions starting at 3%, increasing with length of service

• Flexible working arrangements, including regular home working, up to two weeks working abroad annually, and flexibility around core hours 

• Opportunity to apply for an extended career break (following 3+ years’ service) 

• A supportive and inclusive workplace, with dedicated wellbeing initiatives and mental health support through our Wellbeing and Inclusion Group and mental health first aiders 

• Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access 

• Annual personal training and development budget of £300 

• Cycle-to-work scheme access 

• Season ticket loans 

• Access to discounts and savings through Tickets for Good and Charity worker Discounts 

Equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion 

Here at Future Frontiers we are dedicated to the practice of equal opportunities. The principles of it underpin our mission and we treat all employees, volunteers, clients and young people as individuals. We believe in having an open and inclusive culture that champions diversity in all its forms, including disability, culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, life experiences, socio-economic background, and religion. 

We encourage everyone to apply for our roles. If you would like to talk to us about working at Future Frontiers in advance of your application, particularly regarding diversity, we strongly encourage you to contact us via email. We’d love to hear from you. 

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have lived experiences relatable to our young people. 

How to apply 

To apply, please answer the questions below in a Word document, attach your CV, and send both to our email found in the job specification: 

1. Please tell us why you would like to work at Future Frontiers and what particularly interests you about this role. 

(Max. 1,500 characters - including spaces) 

Answers should demonstrate a genuine interest in Future Frontiers’ mission and a clear understanding of the role.

2. Please tell us about your experience securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations, including examples of successful applications and funder relationships you have managed.
(Max. 2,500 characters - including spaces)

Answers should provide clear and specific examples, demonstrate excellent written communication skills, and show an understanding of how to build strong funder relationships.

- Deadline: Sunday 14 June 

- First-round interviews will take place virtually during the week commencing 22 June.

- Second-round interviews will be held in person at our London Bridge office on Tuesday 30 June. 

- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check and reference checks.

• Title: Digital Communications Officer
• Salary: £25,000 per annum
• Hours: 35 hours per week (permanent)
• Location: Home (Remote) or Hybrid/Office Based (Nottingham)
• Annual leave: 25 days per annum excluding bank holidays

Headway UK – the brain injury association, supports thousands of people every year. Every 90 seconds, someone is admitted to a UK hospital with a brain injury. Brain injury can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time. The Communications Team raises vital awareness so that everyone affected by brain injury has the support they need to live well.

Make a real difference to life after brain injury. Join us as Headway UK and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, creative Digital Communications Team that raises vital awareness for brain injury survivors.

This exciting role will allow you to use your excellent communication and technical skills to create high-quality, optimised content, taking a data-led approach to maximise reach and engagement. You will work with colleagues across the organisation to promote our mission of improving life after brain injury.

What you will do

• Use innovative techniques to grow the charity’s social media, email marketing and web presence, through the creation and optimisation of engaging content in a variety of formats. 
• Continuously monitor emerging social media trends and platforms and assess their suitability to reach key audience members in the brain injury community. 
• Use your expertise to schedule engaging content to promote Headway UK and raise awareness of brain injury 
• Monitor and reply to comments and messages on Headway UK’s social media networks, including its online discussion forum. 
• Analyse social media engagement data to extract actionable insights and create detailed reports that inform strategy and improve engagement. 
• Be a passionate advocate for social media and digital communications across the Headway network. 
• Use your passion for communicating with people to raise awareness by developing and telling the stories of brain injury survivors and their loved ones. 
• Use your digital communication skills to facilitate internal communications, organising CEO online briefings and quarterly staff bulletins. 
• Manage the day-to-day stewardship of Headway UK’s ambassadors and influencers, building strong relationships, coordinating content opportunities, and ensuring consistent, values-led representation across digital channels. 

About you

We’re seeking a creative, enthusiastic and effective website and social media professional to join our communications team. Reporting to the Digital Communications Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing the charity’s online presence.

You might already have some experience of using website and social media platforms in a professional capacity in your current role, or you’ll be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge and innovative use of social media and CMS platforms.

Download a job description and personal specification. 

Benefits

As a staff member at Headway UK you’ll have access the following range of benefits:

Financial Security

• Competitive Salaries
• Pension - You will be automatically enrolled into the People’s Pension, with Headway contributing between 3–6% dependant on your contributions
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme – Increasing with length of service.
• Death in Service Benefit - You’ll have the security of knowing if anything happens to you your loved ones will be provided for

Flexible Working

• Remote working – For the majority of our roles we can facilitate hybrid working.
• We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for our team to thrive. Headway UK offers flexible working arrangements, promoting well-being and ensuring you can take care of yourself while you care for others.

Wellbeing

• You’ll benefit from a fully comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including access to counselling services.
• Eye Test Vouchers
• Mental Health First Aiders

Holidays and leave

• You’ll get 25 days leave incrementally increasing to 30 days based on service plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• You’ll have access to a range of shopping and lifestyle benefits and discounts through our IMHR Plus Privilege membership.

About us

Headway UK plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals and families affected by brain injuries. Our comprehensive services encompass rehabilitation, counselling, and practical assistance to help survivors regain independence and improve their quality of life. Headway UK is at the forefront of raising awareness about the challenges faced by those with brain injuries and advocates for their rights, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they deserve. Through a combination of educational initiatives, community outreach, and personalised support, Headway UK strives to rebuild lives, offering a lifeline to those navigating the complexities of brain injury recovery.

Embark on a fulfilling career with Headway UK, join our compassionate team and contribute to our mission of rebuilding lives after brain injury. Make a meaningful impact with Headway UK, where every role plays a crucial part in empowering those on the path to recovery.

Safeguarding

At Headway UK we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow best practice as set out within the Care Act 2014. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruiting procedures and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks including a DBS check and two satisfactory references.

Equality diversity & inclusion

We recognise, value and champion diversity and inclusion. We want to ensure are staff population reflect the diverse service users that we support. For us diversity and inclusion is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. Inclusion means providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone’s contributions and perspectives.

We are also committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need support with the application or you would like a chat about what it’s like to work with us.

Thank you for your interest in Headway UK and we look forward to getting to know you!

How to apply

Use the following links to apply online:

• Job application form
• Equal opportunities monitoring form

Closing date: Monday 22 June 2026

Location: Home-based in London with regular Project visits within London and the South East

Contract: Permanent

As Volunteer and Community Support Officer you will support the London & South East Area Manager and Regional Managers with volunteer recruitment, documentation of training (such as DBS, references, Food Safety Level 2, First Aid), giving our volunteers a fantastic experience, guest outreach and giving extra support to our London & South East projects as and when required to aid development within the region.

As well as projects across London, our projects include projects across the South Coast and South East and this role will require regular visits across the area. 

Benefits: We offer 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays, and additional holiday for length of service (pro-rata for part-time). Plus, everyone gets an extra day off on their birthday! Our health and wellbeing cash plan allows staff to claim money back on healthcare bills and includes access to telephone counselling and online GP appointments.

How to apply:  Please upload a CV of no more than two sides, and a covering note/letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are suitable for the role, via our vacancy website: 

Deadline for your application:  11.59pm on Sunday 21st June 2026.

Interviews: planned for Tuesday 30th June 2026.

Inclusivity: At FoodCycle, we are committed to being an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation. Our vision is to create a working and service environment where every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. We want everyone to bring their full selves to work and to our community meals. We commit to removing barriers that prevent our employees, volunteers and guests from embracing their distinctive and diverse identities.

We want our organisation to reflect the communities we serve.  We welcome applications for everyone and especially encourage people from unrepresented groups to apply. 

Disability Confident Employer: FoodCycle is a Disability Confident Employer and candidates who are disabled and who meet our minimum criteria for the job will be offered an interview.Please state in your application if you identify as disabled and wish to be considered for a guaranteed interview. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.

Safeguarding: Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – FoodCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. This role will therefore require a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this role. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Purpose:

The New Dawn Day Service Manager is responsible to lead, manage, and develop a safe, inclusive, and high-quality day service. The role focuses on delivering activities that promote independence, social inclusion, and well-being for service users while managing daily operations, regulatory compliance, and staff teams.

1. To coordinate and have responsibility for the overall management of the New Dawn Day Opportunities Services

2. To have overall responsibility for the line management of all staff employed within the service.

3. To review, assess and attend annual reviews and other professional meetings of service members.

4. To be responsible for the development and monitoring and the preparation of staff training plans in conjunction with the deputy managers and Tower Projects Chief Executive.

5. To be responsible for the planning and delivery of a high-quality programmes whilst maintaining standards and ensuring programmes are designed to meet the social, educational and developmental support needs of service members. You are responsible to ensure all daily activities, workshops, and support programs directly align with the Tower Project’s core values and strategic aims.

6. To be responsible for all monitoring and preparation of group and individual learning plans in conjunction with the Chief Executive.

7. To undertake the assessment of potential new and existing service members that are referred to or within the day service.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

1. To facilitate, where possible, a community-based programme that meets the individual support needs of service member’s educational, social and developmental support needs, ensuring daily activities, workshops, and support programs directly align with the Tower Project’s core values and strategic aims.

2. To manage, support and actively participate in the organising and delivery of a high quality service in a supportive caring environment that adheres to the Tower Project’s policies and procedures.

3. To ensure the delivery of the service in consultation and partnership with Service members, Parents/ Carers, Schools/ Colleges and other relevant parties.

4. To provide and/ or receive support, advice and training as appropriate to the job role.

5. To be responsible for the overall operation of the New Dawn Day Opportunities Services for the effective and efficient use of the Services budget.

6. To develop and implement new initiatives as required.

7. To address and resolve issues in the general running of the services.

Specific Duties:

1. To maintain and develop systems for monitoring

2. To attend and contribute to Tower Project Senior staff team meetings, organise Day Service meetings and staff supervisions ensuring a smooth running of the service.

3. To initiate and/ or attend training events and appropriate external meetings according to expressed needs and demands.

4. To be responsible for the use of the building, health & safety and security of the premises and its equipment.

5. To be responsible for the preparation of timetables, activity plans, budgets, programme reports, monitoring data and other appropriate work according to the needs of the post.

6. Ensuring that administrative and financial responsibilities are conducted according to Tower Project procedures.

7. Pro-actively promote and develop inclusion and equal opportunities.

8. To liaise with and involve service member’s parents/ carers, outside agencies, support staff, key workers and other partner agencies in the planning and delivery of the service.

9. To ensure that the guidelines of the relevant legislation, e.g. Care Act 2014 are implemented at all times.

10.  To participate and meet regularly for supervision meetings with the Tower Projects Chief Executive.

11.  Undertake other duties as appropriate to the nature of the Post.

Operations & Service Quality

· Service Delivery: Design and oversee a diverse program of daily activities, workshops, and outings tailored to service user needs.

· Health & Safety: Maintain the facility to high standards, ensuring compliance with fire safety, food hygiene, and risk assessments.

· Compliance: Ensure the service meets all internal policies, local authority contract requirements, and statutory regulations.

Staff & Team Management

· Line Management: Recruit, supervise, appraise, and support a team of support staff and deputy managers.

· Workforce Planning: Manage staff levels and attendance levels for operational purposes.

· Staff Development: Identify training gaps and ensure the team completes mandatory compliance and care training.

Financial & Resource Management

· Budget Control: Manage the day-to-day operational budget, monitoring expenditure and optimizing resources.

· Administration: Oversee accurate record-keeping, including service user files, attendance logs, and financial transactions

PERSON SPECIFICATION

DAY SERVICE MANAGER – NEW DAWN

Knowledge/ Experience:

· Experience of coordinating services for adults with disabilities.

· Experience of assessing and supporting adults with disabilities.

· To have a minimum of two years’ experience managing a team of staff.

· Applicants must demonstrate an aptitude and willingness to work positively with adults with disabilities.

· Strong knowledge of safeguarding adults, health & safety law, and risk management

Education/ Qualification:

· A QCF Level 5 in Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards such qualification.

Skills:

· Ability to organise and deliver a high quality educational and social programme of activities.

· Ability to work with service members who can present with a range of behaviours that can challenge

· Good communication skills with parents/ carers, service members, external agencies and staff.

· The ability to manage and provide a safe environment by identifying and implementing strategies/ activities to meet them.

· Ability to work as part of a team.

· Basic computer skills, or a willingness to undertake training as required.

· To support, promote and deliver groups within the Tower Project Equal Opportunities policy.

Special Conditions:

· The post holder will be expected to undertake any additional training as required.

Training Operations Coordinator 3-months Temporary Contract (temp - FTC for right candidate)

Remote | Occasional London Meetings | Immediate Start - Part-time 2 days a week

We’re looking for a highly organised, dependable Training Operations Coordinator to join our team on a temporary basis and take ownership of the training delivery process from confirmed booking through to completion.

This is a hands-on operational role for someone who loves structure, detail and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be the person ensuring trainers, clients, contracts, invoices, evaluations and reporting all stay on track with calm efficiency and excellent communication.

You’ll be joining a values-led organisation delivering impactful training in sensitive and people-focused environments. We already have strong systems and templates in place. What we need is someone who can step in quickly, take ownership, and execute consistently to a high standard.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing the full post-sale training administration process
• Coordinating schedules, logistics and trainer allocation
• Maintaining accurate training calendars and trackers
• Sending and following up contracts and invoices
• Tracking trainer costs and expenses
• Managing client communications, joining instructions and reminders
• Creating and issuing evaluations and certificates
• Supporting testimonial and case study collection
• Keeping reporting and delivery records fully up to date
• Providing light monthly reporting on activity and status

What we’re looking for

• Exceptionally organised with excellent attention to detail
• Calm, professional and reliable under pressure
• Confident managing multiple moving parts independently
• Strong administrative and coordination skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft 365, Outlook, Excel and Teams
• Great written communication and follow-through
• Discreet, professional and emotionally intelligent in tone

Bonus points for:

• Experience in charities, wellbeing, mental health, education or values-led organisations
• Familiarity with trauma-informed communication
• Experience with CMS platforms or basic marketing admin

Working arrangement

• Fully remote day-to-day
• Occasional in-person meetings in London
• Temporary contract
• Immediate start preferred

If you’re someone who takes pride in making operations feel seamless, loves keeping everything organised, and can be relied upon to make sure nothing slips through the cracks, I would love to hear from you.

Salary: £41,603
Contract: Permanent
Location: London office – 2 days per week
Closing date: 8th June
Benefits: 5% pension, Access to EAP, opportunity to buy holiday and health cash plan

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Prospect Development at a leading disability charity, reporting into the High Value Relationships Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a highly strategic, insight-led role where you’ll shape and strengthen high value fundraising pipelines across philanthropy, trusts and corporate partnerships—driving smarter decision-making and maximising impact.

As part of this collaborative and influential role, you will lead prospect development activity across high value fundraising, combining hands-on research with pipeline strategy and stakeholder mapping. You’ll work closely with fundraising teams to identify and prioritise the best opportunities, enhance pipeline visibility, and bring valuable insight that supports stronger engagement strategies and long-term income growth. You will play a key role in improving consistency, pace and focus across high value fundraising activity—helping teams make informed decisions about where to invest time and resource to achieve the greatest impact.

To be successful as the Prospect Development Manager, you will need:

• Experience delivering prospect research and identifying high value opportunities within the charity sector
• Strong understanding of philanthropy, corporate partnerships and trusts, alongside prospect development techniques such as due diligence and stakeholder mapping
• Ability to analyse and communicate complex data and insight clearly, influencing stakeholders and supporting strategic decision-making

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, using our extensive sector knowledge to match candidates to the most suitable charity roles. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector—you can read more about our commitment to diversity https://www.ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk/our-commitment-to-diversity/.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment and partner with you throughout your job search.

If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the recruitment process early.

 

Communications Officer - IPNEd 

We are looking for a Communications Officer to join the IPNEd Secretariat. This role will lead our internal and external communications, including copywriting, content creation, sharing and monitoring across all our communications channels. 

About IPNEd

The International Parliamentary Network for Education (IPNEd) works to mobilise the political leadership necessary to accelerate the delivery of quality education for all.

As the first and only global parliamentary network dedicated to education, IPNEd seeks to grow and deepen political understanding of and commitment to quality education for all.

To do this, we work with parliamentarians individually and in groups at the national, regional, and global levels. 

The Network consists of more than 500 parliamentarians from around the world who are committed to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 - Quality Education - by increasing funding, improving learning, especially foundational early-grade literacy and math skills, and advancing global educational equity.

About Results UK

Results UK hosts the IPNEd Secretariat.

Results UK seeks to make change in the world by utilising a combination of grassroots, parliamentary, and policy advocacy to create the public and political will to end poverty.

Alongside IPNEd, ​Results UK hosts another organisation, Send My Friend to School, the UK’s umbrella body for organisations working on global education.

Role Description

The IPNEd Secretariat’s role is to ensure that IPNEd members can exercise their unique functions as Members of Parliament as effectively as possible to accelerate educational progress. Timely and effective internal and external communication is central to this work.

We are looking for a proactive and skilled Communications Officer to lead the delivery of content to expand IPNEd’s reach, grow audiences, and drive meaningful engagement with MPs and our wider stakeholders. 

You will develop and implement strategies to strengthen IPNEd’s communications channels, collaborate with our partners to design and implement communication strategies, and support our global priorities.

The role also involves supporting internal communications with our parliamentary membership, including maintaining our membership database.

You will also monitor the performance of our communications efforts, identifying and testing ways to improve reach and engagement to ensure continuous improvement and impact.

We are looking for someone who can be proactive, efficient, and flexible in supporting all aspects of IPNEd's internal and external communications. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment in which you will play a central role in identifying and responding to external developments.

This post will offer unparalleled opportunities to contribute to policy and advocacy in support of global education and to develop knowledge of policy development, advocacy, and the particular roles of members of parliament in delivering change.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Content Creation

Develop written and visual content, including blog posts, newsletters, social media posts, press releases, infographics, and videos. 

Tell strategic stories that highlight the importance of education and profile the work and impact of members of parliament in accelerating educational progress.

Draft op-eds, speeches, and press releases to shape conversations and advance IPNEd’s mission.

Lead on the development and publication of regular and occasional email newsletters and general emails.

• Media Relations 

Monitor external media and use this to inform IPNEd's external communications.

Build and maintain relationships with external media and other organisations, identifying opportunities to collaborate and to pitch content.

• Digital Communications

Manage the organisation's website, including development, maintenance, and continuous improvement. 

Implement and oversee digital communications channels, including our presence on X, Bluesky, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

Develop and produce performance data and reports for digital channels. 

Use performance data to test new approaches to communications.

• Strategic Planning & Collaboration

Contribute to and implement communications and external engagement strategies. 

Work closely with the Executive Director and Senior Policy & Advocacy Adviser to identify content and engagement opportunities. 

Represent IPNEd in meetings with Network members and external partner organisations, building strong working relationships.

• General

Maintaining systems necessary to support effective communications, including member, supporter and partner databases.

Supporting the Secretariat with research and writing.

The post-holder may be required to travel internationally.

The post-holder will also carry out other duties as necessary.

Essential skills and experience

All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to verification. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Proven experience in a communications role within the not-for-profit, international development, or advocacy sectors.

Strong written communication skills, with proven experience drafting press releases, articles, comment pieces, blogs and social media posts.

Proven ability to craft engaging written, visual, and multimedia content for digital platforms.

Strong understanding of social media analytics to drive up engagement and increase our online visibility. 

Familiarity with digital content tools (e.g. Adobe Suite, Canva).

Skilled in managing websites, email marketing, and content management systems (e.g. Mailchimp, Squarespace).

​Experience of working with parliamentarians or in public affairs, campaigning or advocacy work in either a paid or voluntary environment, preferably in the context of international development or education.

​Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with a wide range of people.

​Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

​Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

​Willingness and flexibility to work across a range of tasks and activities.

Personal attributes

​A passion for politics, international development, and global education.

​Self-starting, highly organised, and able to manage multiple tasks.

​Confident and willing to initiate contact and discussion with parliamentarians and officials.

​Able to respond flexibly to changing priorities, and to both set and work to deadlines.

​A good team worker who enjoys supporting other members of a team and working together for common objectives.

​Willingness to work in an all-party, politically neutral organisation and to work enthusiastically with members of all political parties.

​Willingness and ability to travel outside the UK.

​Ability to quickly absorb information.

Desirable criteria

Ability to speak a second UN language: French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 

Results UK is an equal opportunity employer.

Results UK is opposed to discrimination in employment as well as in society, politics and the economy, and seeks to avoid discrimination in its own employment and recruitment of staff and volunteers. We will not discriminate on grounds of creed, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age.

We positively welcome the contributions of people from a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and abilities, recognising the value that different perspectives bring to the organisation.  As part of this commitment, we aim to attract and retain high-calibre staff of all backgrounds by offering a range of people-centred policies to support our staff, including options to work from home, flexible working and agile contracts, training and professional development opportunities, and membership of the disability confidence scheme. Further information about these is available on request.

As an organisation, we are committed to ensuring that our recruitment policies and processes are inclusive, equitable, and fair.

Personnel policies are available on request.

Salary, benefits, and other key information

IPNEd is hosted by Results UK. The line manager for this role will be IPNEd’s Senior Policy & Advocacy Adviser.

1. Starting date 

The position is available immediately, and is offered as an initial 12-month contract with the intention of being extended if funding permits.

2. Salary 

This role is graded at Results Professional Level Two with a salary of £32,785 per annum.

3. Hours of work

This is a full time role 35 hours a week. These hours will be worked as agreed with the line manager, but some flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the job. There is no paid overtime, but Results UK offers a flexitime system for all staff. 

4. Holidays 

25 days per year plus bank holidays. Holidays increase by one day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days. Holidays are earned in arrears. 

5. Notice Period and Probationary Period

This role has a one-month notice period. The employee will have a probationary period of three months, during which time the notice period is one week.

6. Location

The post is a hybrid role with the expectation that the postholder can work from Results’ office at Clarence Centre for Enterprise and Innovation, 6 St George’s Circus, London, SE1 6FE when required.

Currently, most Results UK staff are combining working from home with time in the office. 

7. Travel

Occasional International travel will be required. The post holder must be able and willing to travel to Global North and Global South countries.

8. Additional Benefits

Staff joining Results are automatically enrolled in our company pension scheme unless they choose to opt out. A legally mandated minimum employee contribution applies, and all employee contributions to the pension are matched 1:1 by Results up to a maximum of 5% of gross salary.

Staff may receive a tax-efficient loan for the purchase of a bike, through which the final price of the cycle is lower than on the market.

Staff may receive a loan for the purchase of a travel season ticket. 

Recruitment Process

Applications should be made using our online application portal using the apply now button above.

As part of the process you will be asked to submit:

• A CV.

• A covering letter setting out how you meet the selection criteria. 

• Examples of previous communication products that you have been responsible for before. This should be provided as a separate document with the content shared as you see fit, but could include links to material available online.

• The application deadline is midnight on Friday, the 19th of June 2026.

  First-round interviews will be held online on the 25th and 26th of June.

We are Anthony Nolan. We unite people and science – matching stem cell donors to those in need of transplants and treatments and growing our world-leading stem cell register, so everyone can find the lifesaving match they need.

Thanks to Shirley and Anthony Nolan, our register of almost a million potential donors, our cell and gene therapy research and our expertise in stem cell transplants, we currently help four patients a day in need of a transplant, giving more people another chance to live.

Driven by patients, backed by stem cell donors, and powered by science, we won’t stop until we’ve unlocked the cures, treatments and transplants that will transform the future for more patients. And together, we can reach the remarkable day where every patient who needs us can not only survive, but thrive.

If you're inspired by this vision, and feel you have the skills and experience we need to help achieve it, we'd love you to join our lifesaving team.

We are looking for a Senior Events Manager to join our Fundraising team.

Please be aware that this opportunity may close prior to the advertised date. Interviews are to be conducted on a rolling basis, so if this position is of interest, please be sure to apply at your earliest convenience.

Title: Senior Events Manager

Salary: £44,000 - £46,000 per annum

Contract: 12-month fixed term (maternity cover)

Hours: 35 per week (standard Anthony Nolan working hours)

Location: Hybrid, with head office in Hampstead, London

Job Summary

This role is positioned within our Challenge Events sub-unit, working to generate fundraising through maximising Anthony Nolan's presence at third-party sporting events including but not limited to the London Marathon, Great North Run, and London Landmarks. Direct experience working with similar events is highly desired.

• Significant challenge events fundraising experience, working effectively with high level supporters (or equivalent relationship focused fundraising)

• Experience of meeting and exceeding targets and demonstrable fundraising success

• Experience of a coaching style of line management or support to achieve agreed goals

• Ability to work with senior managers and cross-team to collaborate on shared projects and goals

• Experience of managing complex plans and budgets, doing monthly reconciliations and quarterly reforecasts

• Marketing expertise to help grow existing events keep innovating our approach to acquisition

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relations with a range of senior internal and external stakeholders

• Excellent understanding of fundraising best practice within an events and marketing context

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary

• 27 days annual leave (pro rata), pension scheme, childcare vouchers, access to counselling via a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

• A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop

• Life Assurance of four times annual salary

• Travel season ticket loan, Cycle to work Scheme

• And more! (further details on our Life at Anthony Nolan page)

Please check out the full job description hyperlinked here on the advert within our careers page, or attached to this advert, and you can read more about what to expect on the Our recruitment process page.

Please note: We encourage you to apply as soon as possible – this advert may close early if we receive a high volume of strong applications.

Release your remarkable, join our team and give someone another chance to live.

Anthony Nolan is a Disability Confident Committed and Living Wage accredited employer.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Individual giving manager

When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Individual Giving Manager to lead the development and delivery of our supporter acquisition and retention strategies. This is a full time, permanent role working on a hybrid basis with 2 days per week in our London office.

This is a varied and hands-on role where you will lead multi-channel campaigns, driving supporter growth, income and lifetime value.

The Individual Giving & Legacies team is a key driver of voluntary income at Sense. We are an ambitious and growing team, focused on increasing supporter engagement and long-term income. You will play a key role in shaping our individual giving programme, testing new ideas, improving performance and ensuring our supporters feel inspired and connected to our work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver supporter acquisition and retention strategies, plans and budgets.
• Lead multi-channel fundraising campaigns across direct mail, digital, DRTV, telemarketing and face-to-face.
• Drive income growth and maximise value of supporters.
• Develop engaging fundraising propositions and creative campaign content.
• Lead ongoing testing, learning and innovation across products, audiences and channels.
• Manage income and expenditure budgets, with responsibility for forecasting and reporting.
• Build and manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers.
• Collaborate across fundraising, marketing and the wider organisation to identify new opportunities.
• Ensure all activity is compliant with fundraising regulations and data protection legislation.

About You

We’re looking for a confident and data-driven fundraiser with strong experience in individual giving and direct marketing. You’ll be both strategic and hands-on, comfortable managing campaigns end-to-end while continuously improving performance through insight and innovation.

You will bring:

• Proven experience delivering successful individual giving or direct marketing campaigns.
• Strong multi-channel experience (e.g. direct mail, digital, DRTV, telemarketing, face-to-face).
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and reporting on performance.
• Strong analytical skills, including segmentation, targeting and campaign optimisation.
• Experience managing agencies and external partners.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading or mentoring team members.
• Experience with prize-led fundraising would be beneficial but is not essential.

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. 

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

SMART London is looking for a compassionate, organised and community-minded Community Café Cook & Supervisor to help lead our welcoming Community Café & Wellbeing Hub in Chelsea, run in partnership with Open Age.

This is far more than a kitchen role. Our pay-as-you-feel café is a safe and inclusive community space where people come not only for affordable, healthy food, but also for connection, dignity and support. We work alongside people who may be experiencing mental health challenges, loneliness or social exclusion, and we believe everyone deserves to feel valued and welcomed.

We are looking for someone who can create delicious, nutritious meals while also helping foster a calm, supportive and positive environment for volunteers, staff and visitors alike.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will oversee the day-to-day running of the café kitchen, including:

• Planning and preparing simple, healthy, low-cost meals and snacks
• Making creative use of surplus and donated food
• Supervising and supporting volunteers 
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
• Creating a warm, welcoming café environment
• Supporting people sensitively and confidently
• Managing stock, supplies and basic record keeping
• Working collaboratively with SMART and Open Age colleagues to ensure the café continues to thrive as a community hub

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in preparing fresh, healthy food in a café, kitchen or community setting
• Calm, patient and approachable
• Confident supervising volunteers or staff
• Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Passionate about inclusion, wellbeing and community connection
• Organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Knowledgeable about food hygiene and kitchen health & safety standards

Experience of working alongside people with mental health needs, or within community or voluntary sector settings, would be highly valued.

Why Join SMART?

At SMART, we believe recovery is possible for everyone. We work alongside people to build confidence, reduce isolation and create opportunities for connection and wellbeing.

This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference every day — using food, conversation and community as tools for inclusion and recovery.

If you are someone who cares deeply about people and community, and enjoys creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels they belong, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement explaining why you are interested in the role and how your experience matches the person specification.

We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, and from candidates from underrepresented communities.

Prospectus is excited to be working with our client in their search for a part-time Key Influencer Officer to join their team. The charity is an international non-profit global campaigning organisation. Their independence and global reach enable them to stand for positive change through action in order to defend nature and promote peace. They investigate and expose global environmental problems, confront those in positions of power and present alternative solutions.

This role is offered on a flexible part-time (0.6FTE) permanent basis, paying a salary of £48,396 to £55,644 (pro rata) with flexible working arrangements between home and their London office.

The Key Influencer Officer role is a new strategic role within the Key Influencer team, and they will work closely with the Key Influencer Manager, to develop and deliver strategic engagement plans for a core portfolio of Content Creators and Mid-Tier Influencers, ensuring this portfolio delivers against the overarching KI strategy objectives. The post holder will lead the strategic development, delivery, and assessment of key influencer collaborations to achieve ambitious campaign and fundraising goals.

They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in an external-facing communications, marketing, PR, or digital content role that required proactive management of high-value individuals, partners, or talent. They are looking for someone with a demonstrable understanding of the digital content landscape and best practice across key social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, YouTube). They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in negotiating and finalizing agreements or contracts with talent agents or management teams. The ideal candidate will be determined to defend nature, social justice, and peace, with a strong commitment to the organisation's values and an active dedication to diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact 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 for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

 

The National Flood Forum (NFF) is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual for the role Flood Engagement Officer – Thames Valley. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about working with communities, especially those at risk of flooding.

Key Details:

• Location: Home-based (Thames Valley), with regular travel across the Thames Valley including evening meetings and occasional overnight stays.
• Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Salary: £24,784.56 per annum rising to £27,840.90 travel expenses covered
• Contract: Permanent
• Benefits: 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, a day off for your birthday, auto-enrolment pension scheme, learning and development opportunities.
• Closing Date: Sunday 14th June 2026 (Midnight). Early application is encouraged as the position may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

Role Overview:

The Flood Engagement Officer will support the Thames Valley community engagement team, reporting to a Community Engagement Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with communities to support them in tackling flooding risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community Project Delivery: Lead and support the implementation of projects focused on flood risk management.
• Community Engagement: Engage and empower at-risk communities, ensuring they have the tools and information to co-create solutions to flood risks.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders and partners.
• Data Management: Provide data to help evaluate and support engagement activities.
• Support the Senior Team: Assist in broader tasks and activities as required by the senior team.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be:

• Empathetic: Understand the challenges faced by those at risk of flooding and help to work with communities and agencies to provide practical solutions.
• Organized and Flexible: Able to prioritize tasks and travel extensively across the region, including evenings and occasional overnight stays.
• Collaborative: A team player with a solution-focused mindset.
• Skilled in Engagement: Experience or an interest in community engagement and building relationships.
• Driving Licence: Full driving licence and access to a car are essential due to the travel requirements.

You must also be a resident of the UK with the right to work in the UK.

About the National Flood Forum:

The NFF is a national charity founded by those affected by flooding, working to support and represent individuals and communities at risk. The organization focuses on empowering flood-affected communities to recover and improve flood resilience. The NFF encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of flooding, and from diverse backgrounds.