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Are you looking for a meaningful part-time role where your organisational skills can make a real difference in healthcare? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Improvement Administrative Assistant to join our supportive Quality Standards for Imaging team which is a collaboration between the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) and College of Radiographers (CoR).

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll play a key part in supporting imaging services across the UK as they work towards the Quality Standard for Imaging (QSI), a nationally recognised mark of excellence. From coordinating meetings and events to managing communications and supporting financial processes, your work will help ensure services deliver safe, effective, and person-centred care.

What you'll do:

• Supporting imaging services on their QSI journey with accurate record-keeping and communications.
• Coordinating meetings and webinars, including preparing agendas, minutes, and logistics.
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of our annual QSI conference and monthly events.
• Managing financial tracking and administrative tasks with precision.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to keep everything running smoothly.

What you'll need:

• Proven administrative experience, ideally in a team-based environment, with a professional and responsive approach to internal and external contacts.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage your own workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new systems and tools as needed.
• A proactive and flexible mindset, ready to take initiative and support a variety of projects and events.
• A commitment to quality and service, aligned with our values of continuous improvement and delivering excellent support to healthcare services.

You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to improving healthcare quality. We offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change in imaging services across the UK.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, solution focused finance professional to join our central team as Finance Administrator. Used to taking day to day transaction processing in your stride, you’ll use your experience to be part of ensuring that we have the business information needed for decision making across the charity.

Starlight is a small team with a lot to deliver so a can-do attitude is critical; we all roll our sleeves up and do what’s needed to make things happen for our children, families and healthcare professionals. You’ll have a real desire for effective working, enjoy finding ways to improve the efficiency of our financial systems and processes and be experienced in working across an organisation to be a true partner to our passionate, supportive and dedicated Starlight team.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you’ll be part of our small but highly effective Finance team. Underpinning the delivery of services to our children, families and health professionals and the fundraising which makes that possible, the team is dedicated to great governance - both decision making and compliance – bringing business thinking to all that we do, strong financial management and much more. Evidence-based decision-making is at the heart of all we do which requires reliable and timely information; our finance team is responsible for ensuring we always have the strong and relevant financial information as we work to deliver our realistically ambitious three-year plan.

As our Finance Administrator, you’ll have the chance to have a real impact on the charity’s ability to raise funds and deliver services. This role will enable the finance team to evolve in response to the changing needs of the organisation and to help lead on the delivery of our strategic aims. As Finance Administrator you’ll take care of the transactional work, be committed to collaborating across the organisation, and be a key part of shaping the work of the finance team.

About the role

During a period of transition and transformation at NCVO, we’re looking for a strategic leader to join our communications, campaigns and marketing function. This fixed term role would help support the interim Director of Voice and Impact stabilise new teams and evolve and innovate our thinking in two key areas: creative content and marketing.

We want to ensure that we support our members, and the wider sector, as best we can – helping them get the most out of their membership, help them access our support and services and amplify the impact of the voluntary sector for the better.

This role will be a senior lead in both the directorate and the organisation and therefore need to work with leads from across NCVO to understand needs, prioritise and ensure delivery. They will negotiate with, and work collaboratively with, internal stakeholders at all levels – operating in line with our values and behaviour framework.

About the Voice & Impact directorate

​This role sits within the Voice & Impact directorate, a team focused on amplifying the voices of charities in civil society and making positive change for the future. It comprises NCVO’s policy and public affairs team; communications, campaigns and marketing team; digital content team and membership and engagement team.

​About the Communications, Campaigns and Marketing team

​Communications, Campaigns and Marketing, which has evolved to include digital content, drives brand visibility, strategic messaging, and audience engagement. Through creative storytelling, innovative campaigns and cross-channel marketing, we deliver impactful campaigns that support engagement and income generation.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

NCVO is fully committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our sector. We want this to be reflected in the diversity of the people who work for us and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and identities.

We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups in the voluntary sector and those with diverse, lived experience. As part of our commitment to employing disabled people, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirement for all competencies on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview.

If you have access needs or require reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a pre-interview task and will have one week to complete the exercise. Interview question themes will be shared in advance. NCVO is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone.

Benefits for NCVO employees

NCVO offers attractive benefits including:

• ​25 days’ annual leave (for full time staff and pro-rata for part-time staff) and office closure between 25 December and 1 January inclusive. After three years' service annual holiday increases to 27 days, and after five years to 30 days, (pro rata for part time staff)
• ​the option to purchase or sell up to five more days each year
• ​five days’ volunteering leave (pro rata for part-time staff)
• ​2.5 extra ‘wellbeing’ days off during the year
• ​enhanced pay for sick/maternity/adoption leave
• ​subsidised gym membership
• ​season ticket loan
• ​flexible working, including opportunities to work from home/off site
• ​monthly homeworking allowance for permanent homeworkers
• ​monthly office worker allowance for those who have to work from the office on a daily basis
• ​generous employer pension contribution of up to 8.5% of salary, into our stakeholder pension scheme (linked to employee contribution)
• ​training and development opportunities.
• ​The opportunity to join Hospital Saturday Fund health cash plan for free at the basic level of cover, or at a reduced rate for other levels of cover
• ​24-hour free and confidential employee assistance programme

​We’re located a short walk from London King’s Cross station in a modern accessible building, overlooking Regent’s canal.

About NCVO

We are the charities charity. For over 100 years, NCVO has stood shoulder to shoulder with communities, championing and celebrating voluntary action.

​Our membership is made up of over 17,000 voluntary organisations across England, from small, grassroots community groups and social enterprises, to large, far-reaching charities.

​We believe that communities are strengthened by voluntary action. We therefore want charities to thrive and be empowered to deliver for people and communities.

​We focus on empowering charities and volunteers by making sure they have the knowledge, tools, and resources they need. We advocate for and with our members, giving voice to those not often heard, and harnessing the collective power of partners to ensure the voluntary sector is valued. We bring charities together so they can learn, connect, and create greater impact.

​As the voluntary sector and volunteering adapt to new challenges and a changing context, so must NCVO. We are therefore prioritising work to evolve as an organisation to ensure we live our values of ambition, inclusion, openness and collaboration in everything we do internally and externally.

​We have around 80 staff and income of more than £7m per year. With our members at the heart of everything we do, our mission is to unite to champion the remarkable role of charities and volunteers. Because stronger charities make for stronger communities.

We’re looking for two proactive and detail-focused HR Assistants to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This front-facing role supports a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, payroll, onboarding, training coordination, and employee wellbeing initiatives. You’ll be the first point of contact for any queries, playing a key role in shaping a positive employee experience and ensuring our processes run smoothly and professionally.

This is an exciting time to join the Gallery as we embed a new people-centred structure. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, confidentially and approachability. In return, we will provide excellent employee benefits and offer opportunities to develop and grow within a trusted and well-regarded HR function.

The deadline for applications is Monday 21st July, 23:30hrs.

Please note that the vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

New Internationalist is looking for a creative, experienced and results-oriented Marketing Manager to help us reach new audiences with our independent campaigning journalism. At a pivotal point in the landscape of independent media, we need someone who is ready to hit the ground running by leading impactful campaigns that grow our global reach, launch exciting new membership products, and build lasting relationships with our loyal readers.

If you're passionate about global justice, value collaborative work, and want your marketing skills to make a real difference, this is your chance to join a pioneering media co-operative that puts ethics, equity, and storytelling at the heart of everything we do.
 
New Internationalist is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional in-person meetings at our Oxford office

Salary: £32,992 per annum (pro-rata)  

Hours: 28 hours per week

Start Date: Mid-August 2025

Contract: Full-time, permanent (with 6 month probation period)

To apply: Please fill out the form linked at the bottom of this job description. CVs will not be accepted.
 

Benefits include:

• 3% employer contribution to pension
• Flexible working
• Free subscription to New Internationalist magazine plus two free Myriad publications per year
• 30% Discount at the Ethical Shop
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year

Key Responsibilities:

New Internationalist is seeking an experienced, proactive, creative, and strategic Marketing Manager to lead our income growth efforts during a critical stage in our organisation’s growth and development. You will be responsible for delivering a bold, data-informed marketing strategy designed to increase UK and international magazine subscriptions in print and digital, launch a new membership product, and drive retention across all income channels.

• Campaign Development & Delivery: Plan and execute marketing and sales campaigns across multiple channels (email, social, web, events) to meet set acquisition and retention targets
• Retention and Customer Experience: Work closely with internal teams to improve retention rates and maximise the impact of customer journey touch points.
• Outreach and profile raising: Identify and target new audiences for both subscriptions and news-stand sales, creating a strategy to convert them to subscribers and regular buyers.
• Product Development: Lead the development and launch of a new membership product including stakeholder consultation, light market research, A/B testing, and pricing refinement.
• Community Engagement: Activate and upsell existing subscribers and supporters through tailored messaging, events, and cross-channel promotions.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with internal teams to gather ideas, content, and assets. Coordinate and project-manage campaign delivery organisation-wide.

• Analysis & Reporting: Monitor and report on campaign performance, acquisition costs, and ROI to inform real-time adjustments and strategic planning.

The Marketing Manager will become a member of the NI Co-operative and will be appointed as a Director of New Internationalist Publications Ltd (NIP - the company that runs NI’s day-to-day business in a co-operative fashion), following a period of probation of 6 months.

All co-operative members are directly responsible to the NI co-operative and play an integral part in its business. They report to their teams on general work matters.

Co-operative responsibilities, include:

• Attending all Co-op meetings and sharing the tasks of chairing and minute-taking.
• Being a member of other Co-operative specialist groups.
• Taking an active role in the running of the business to ensure that it operates to meet its mission and financial responsibilities.

Essential Skills & Experience:
 

• Commitment to New Internationalist's mission and aims
• Proven success in marketing, membership, or digital campaigns that increased revenue
• Experience of both target-based delivery and project management
• Strong copywriting and audience engagement skills
• Knowledge of audience and engagement networks appropriate to New Internationalist’s mission
• Familiarity with subscription-based models and donor campaigns
• Knowledge of CMS, CRM systems and email marketing tools
• Experience with email marketing, social media, and analytics tools
• Strategic thinker with practical delivery skills
• Self-starter who can work independently and coordinate across teams
• Understanding of the value and importance of print magazines and independent media

Desirable:
 

• Experience in publishing, cooperative membership organisations, or social impact sectors
• Multiple languages
   

Why Join Us?

Be part of a mission-driven, co-operative media organisation committed to global justice and progressive change. Your work will directly support our financial sustainability and expand the reach of our award-winning independent journalism.
 

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY 28 JULY, 9AM BST.

New Internationalist reserves the right to close the application window early if an suitable candidate is found.

Desired start date: mid-August (subject to negotiation)

Head of Governance and Institutional Relations

About Charity Right
At Charity Right, we are a focused and passionate international food charity on a mission to free people from the devastating effects of hunger. Since our founding, we have provided over 40 million meals across 7 countries, serving those who need it most with dignity and care.

Our Mission
We believe that no child should go to school hungry. Our single-cause focus allows us to be exceptionally effective at what we do best: providing nutritious school meals that keep children in classrooms and give them the opportunity to break free from poverty through education.

About the Role

This is a newly created leadership role responsible for developing and embedding the governance infrastructure and strategic partnerships that will position Charity Right as a credible and competitive organisation for institutional funding. The Head of Governance and Institutional Relations will be responsible for cultivating relationships with institutional funders, multilateral agencies, and foundations, while also leading internal governance and capacity-building efforts to ensure Charity Right is fully prepared to secure and deliver such partnerships.

The role will build and oversee the development of international branch offices where appropriate, ensuring alignment with partner eligibility requirements and regulatory frameworks. This role is cross-functional and high-impact, sitting at the intersection of compliance, strategy, fundraising, and programme delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Institutional Fundraising & Relationship Management

• Identify and engage potential institutional funders and foundations both in the UK and internationally.
• Lead the full lifecycle of institutional donor relationships—from prospecting and due diligence through to application, stewardship, and renewal.
• Build a comprehensive pipeline of funding opportunities aligned with Charity Right’s mission and delivery capacity.
• Work closely with Programmes, Finance, and Fundraising teams to coordinate compelling funding proposals and aligned delivery models.

Organisational Governance & Capacity Building

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of Charity Right’s governance framework to meet international standards for institutional funders.
• Identify and implement structural, policy, and procedural enhancements that elevate Charity Right’s readiness to enter and sustain institutional partnerships.
• Conduct periodic organisational assessments and produce recommendations to close capacity gaps identified by funders or prospective partners.

International Presence & Localisation Strategy

• Design and oversee the establishment of Charity Right branch offices in key geographies.
• Ensure all international branches are compliant with local laws, reporting requirements, and brand/mission alignment.
• Collaborate with legal and operational advisors to manage entity registration, governance structures, and oversight models in each country.

Strategic Partnerships and Alliances

• Develop and implement a formal institutional partnering strategy.
• Identify and vet strategic implementation partners that complement Charity Right’s delivery capabilities.
• Negotiate, draft, and manage partnership agreements ensuring alignment with Charity Right’s values and strategic objectives.

Monitoring, Reporting & Evaluation

• Develop and implement a framework to monitor the performance and outcomes of institutional partnerships and funded projects.
• Ensure robust reporting mechanisms, including narrative and financial reporting, are in place.
• Regularly brief the CEO and Board on the status of funder relationships, branch development, and institutional readiness.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Significant senior-level experience in institutional fundraising, partnership management, or international development.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, compliance standards, and operational due diligence requirements for international NGOs.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing funding from institutional donors.
• Experience in establishing and managing international offices, branches, or subsidiaries.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong project management and execution capability.
• Values-driven, with a commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusion.
• Familiarity with safeguarding frameworks, donor audits, and risk registers.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience working in humanitarian or faith-inspired development contexts.
• Legal, compliance, or public policy background.
• Existing network within institutional funding or global development sectors.

Success Indicators

• Institutional Fundraising & Relationship Development
• Number of institutional funder relationships established (UK and international)
• Number of funding applications submitted per quarter
• Total value (£) of secured institutional or foundation grants annually
• Application success rate (%) across funding proposals submitted
• Donor retention and re-engagement rate (%)

Governance & Organisational Capacity

• Completion and implementation of key governance policies
• Improvement in organisational assessments conducted by external funders or partners
• Internal audit readiness and compliance rate
• Number of governance or compliance gaps resolved each quarter
• Staff training or briefings delivered on governance-related improvements

International Branch Development

• Number of international entities registered or formalised in target geographies
• Time taken from initiation to legal establishment of each branch
• Compliance rate with local registration, reporting, and governance requirements
• Annual cost-to-benefit ratio of each registered branch (qualitative + financial assessment)

Strategic Partnerships

• Number of partnership MOUs or contracts formalised
• Partner performance satisfaction score
• Number of co-designed or co-delivered proposals with partners submitted per year
• Strategic alignment index – measured via internal SLT reviews

Reporting & Monitoring

• Reporting compliance rate (%) with donor reporting deadlines and formats
• Timeliness and quality score of narrative and financial reports submitted
• Quarterly internal partnership performance reports delivered to SLT/CEO
• Monitoring framework adoption rate across new institutional projects

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Remote Working
Salary: £48,000 – 54,000 per annum, depending on experience
Reports to: CEO

Beneficiary Events Officer
 

We are looking for a passionate and ambitious Beneficiary Events Officer who will curate and promote the charity’s revered events programme, which includes regular online webinars and support groups delivered by diagnosis, a growing portfolio of volunteer-led face-to-face meet-ups across the UK, and an annual in-person conference.

This role is pivotal in creating a safe, supportive, engaging, enabling and energising environment for the people that need to be better connected, better informed and more confident on their individual journeys.

Location: Remote (home-based), Leeds office, or hybrid
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 (pro-rata to 24 hours/week)
Hours: Part-time – 3 days per week (24 hours)
Contract: Permanent
 

Closing Date: Friday 25th July 2025, 5:00 PM

The Role

We’re looking for a creative and organised Beneficiary Events Officer to join our dedicated team and take the lead in developing and delivering our impactful programme of events for people living with a brain tumour and their caregivers.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow a varied calendar of webinars, peer support groups, meetups, and an annual conference that helps our community feel less alone, more informed, and more in control. Working closely with our Support Specialists and communications team, you’ll manage every aspect of event planning from concept to delivery, ensuring sessions are supportive, inclusive and engaging.

If you’re passionate about community-building, have a flair for logistics, and are driven by purpose, this is your chance to make a lasting difference.

About You

To be successful in the role of Beneficiary Events Officer, you’ll need:

• Proven experience in event planning and delivery, ideally in a healthcare, nonprofit, or community support context
• Excellent organisation and time management skills
• Confidence with virtual event platforms and digital tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A sensitive and empathetic approach to working with people affected by health conditions
• Experience managing and supporting volunteers

We also value experience in patient-facing roles or coaching, as well as an understanding of the charity or healthcare sectors. While the role can be fully remote, being based in or near Leeds is desirable.

About the organisation:

This is a leading  national charity that supports people with brain tumours and their families. With our unique coach-led support we help people navigate the complex care, offer emotional and practical support, and drive campaigns and awareness.

The employer aims to be an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Events Coordinator, Support Services Officer, Volunteer Manager, Community Engagement Officer, Patient Support Coordinator, Health Events Officer, Outreach and Engagement Officer, Charity Events Manager, Caregiver Support Officer, Wellbeing Events Coordinator, Programme Delivery Officer, Virtual Events Coordinator, Community Support Officer, etc….

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Hertfordshire; the scope on this job involves….

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £34,806.65 per annum
Contract type: Part-time, Permanent

Hours: 33.75

We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Deputy Service Manager to ensure the smooth running of a high-quality service to support survivors of gender-based violence. This will include managing both IDVAs and Housing Advocates to ensure effective advocacy is provided to survivors and their children.

As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call management rota.

Candidates must be able to drive and have access to a car during working hours.

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing date: 9.00am on 28 July 2025

Interview date: 4 August 2025

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Job summary: 

You will work as a member of Corporate Partnerships team which sits within Philanthropy and Partnerships. You will work closely with the Corporate Partnership Manager (Account management).

You will manage a portfolio of corporate supporters, building excellent relationships with key contacts and cultivating them for additional support, providing first-class stewardship and maximising income-generating opportunities.

In addition to this, you will proactively support the development of new business opportunities, conducting prospect research and building relationships with corporate prospects.

You will also support the team’s administrative activities, with a focus on maintaining records and accurately recording and recognising donations, utilising our internal trackers and CRM database.

Principal accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of low-level (£0k - £50k) corporate partners, including but not limited to fundraising, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship relationships.
• Proactively support the recruitment of new partners and the cultivation of new business opportunities. Conducting prospect research and developing impactful relationships.
• Deliver and support the team in providing first-class stewardship for corporate accounts.
• Support the creation of corporate fundraising materials e.g. posters and fundraising guides.
• Ensure contracts and legal responsibilities are drafted and in place for all partnerships and relevant activities, and conduct necessary due diligence.
• Process all thanking, banking and administration for corporate gifts received.
• Maintain and update the Raiser’s Edge NXT database in relation to your portfolio of supporters, including prospect and proposal tracking, ensuring that all data kept is in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
• Support with delivering High-Value Special Events, such as the coordination of guests, as required.
• Administration support, such as managing supporter mailings, managing the partnerships inbox and corporate web form enquiries.
• Research opportunities for development and recognition of corporate partners - e.g. charity awards .

General accountabilities.

• Develop a strong understanding of autism and the National Autistic Society’s services to demonstrate the impact donors can make to our work and the lives of autistic people.
• Work closely with colleagues across the charity to maximise income across the corporate team ensuring that financial targets are met.
• Work on cross -team projects as and when required Approximately 80% of time Please note that job descriptions are not an exhaustive list of duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within the scope of the role.

Please note that job descriptions are not an exhaustive list of duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within the scope of the role 

Trusts and Foundations Manager
Salary: £46,000
Contract: Permanent- part/time - 4 days per week 
Location: Hybrid / Flexible – London Office - London Bridge
Closing date: ASAP
Benefits: 4% matched employer pension scheme, 25 paid holiday days per year (plus bank holidays), Competitive salary with a clear salary scale for progression available.

We have a great opportunity for a Trusts and Foundations Manager working within a small and friendly youth-based charity, reporting to the Director of Fundraising. This role has an opportunity for line management should it be desired and you will be working closely with a busy and proactive fundraising team.

As part of this exciting role, you will be responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships with Trusts and Foundations, as well as corporate trusts, to secure mid-value gifts in the range of £10K - £50K per annum.

To be successful as the Trusts and Foundations Manager you will need:

• A track record of building and managing a pipeline of high value prospects.
• Experience in securing five-figure gifts from Trust, Foundation funders.
• A relationship-led approach with internal and external stakeholders of all levels of seniority.

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

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Would you like to play an important role in running an organisation that improves the way science is covered in the news?

Diet, microplastics, climate change, e-cigarettes, Alzheimer’s....if it's in the news and it’s controversial, the SMC will be working hard to pump out accurate, evidence-based science into the 24 hour news media.

But this frenetic media operation must have rock-solid operations support behind it.  It needs a highly competent, confident, organised and efficient individual who supports the SMC’s mission but loves running the operations behind the scenes.  The successful candidate will be a calm, self-sufficient problem solver who makes the charity run smoothly and who takes satisfaction from ensuring that the team of energetic, dynamic press officers can make a difference to science in the media every day.

The Head of Operations and Governance is a key member of senior staff.  You will be either a practised operations specialist looking for a new challenge or someone with relevant experience looking to step up to their first role leading operations.  In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for financial management, fundraising admin, preparation of annual accounts and bookkeeping
• Support the CEO in fundraising initiatives and project admin
• Provide the operational underpinning for the Centre ensuring the smooth running of IT, events, contracts and all office systems
• Act as secretariat to the Board of Trustees, Advisory Committee, Remuneration Committee and Audit and Risk Committee
• Guide the governance of the charity and complete statutory reporting. 

You must be highly organised and have a clear head for numbers and systems.  Often working under your own steam and multitasking to tight deadlines, you will need to be efficient and committed to the unique needs of this role without being drawn into the science and media activities of the Centre. 

Experience of the charity sector, finance and/or governance is an advantage. 

You must have the right to work in the UK.  We cannot provide visa sponsorship. 

Starting salary: £41,400-£56,700 depending on experience, with an annual performance-related pay increase

Application deadline: 9am Monday 4th August 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 19th August 2025

To start: October/November 2025

Location: We are an in-person Central London office where staff work on site 5 days a week, but opportunities for flexible working will be considered.

For information

For an informal discussion about the role please contact (between 14 and 25 July):

• Selina Kermode (current post holder) [email listed on the jobs page of the Science Media Centre website]
• Fiona Fox (Chief Executive) [email listed on the jobs page of the Science Media Centre website]

The application deadline is 9am on Monday 4th August, and interviews will take place on Tuesday 19th August. Click on the 'Redirect to recruiter' button below for instructions on how to apply.

What is the job? 

Making Music is the UK association for leisure-time music, with 4,000 music groups in membership including choirs, bands, orchestras, and ensembles of all kinds. 

We are looking for a full-time Member Communications & Engagement Manager to join our Marketing team. This is a hands-on role focused on helping our members feel informed, supported and inspired while also contributing to our recruitment and advocacy goals. 

You’ll lead on email communications, member onboarding journeys and engagement initiatives that celebrate and involve our members. You’ll also write and deliver campaign communications, support press activity, and collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to ensure our messaging is clear, consistent and impactful. 

What kind of talent are you looking for? 

You’ll be a confident communicator with a flair for writing and a strong understanding of how to engage audiences through email and digital content. You’ll be comfortable using data to improve performance, and you’ll enjoy working collaboratively in a small, friendly team. 

We’re looking for someone who is: 

• Skilled in email marketing and audience segmentation 

• A great writer with a warm, inclusive tone 

• Comfortable using digital tools and platforms (e.g. email systems, CMS, analytics) 

• Proactive, organised, and member-focused 

Experience in a membership organisation or the arts/culture sector is a bonus—but not essential. 

What are the terms and conditions? 

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), with flexible working available. We expect at least 2 days per week to be worked from our office in Moorgate, London. The salary is £32,000/year. 

Is diversity important for Making Music? 

Yes, it is! 

We understand that having different voices from all sections of society in our team will help us be the best we can be and best support our diverse membership. We especially welcome applications from disabled people, people of the Global Majority or people whose socio-economic background has limited their opportunities. 

How do I apply?

We are looking for the best person for this role, whatever your past opportunities, so we ask you to complete three tasks online. Your answers to these will be the only information the two staff members making a longlist will look at.

We are committed to making adjustments to our application process – please get in touch and tell us what we can do: we want you to have the best chance at showing us what you are capable of. Contact details can be found on our website via the “How to apply” link.

What is it like working for you? 

This is a friendly team, and we work hard at being inclusive of everyone. Read our vision and values here. Our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and great places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work. 

About Our Client
Our client is one of the UK’s largest independent funders, awarding £100 million annually to charities across the UK. The Trust supports initiatives in health, welfare, education, the arts, and heritage. The Trust was established to fulfil the philanthropic vision of Sir Hans Rausing and honour the memory of his late wife, Julia Rausing. Julia’s legacy reflects a belief in a compassionate society that cares for the vulnerable, fosters opportunity, and champions culture and creativity. We take a broad, relational approach to grant-making, grounded in personal values and long-term impact.

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, dedicated team at one of the UK’s largest charitable trusts. As Grants Assistant, you will provide vital administrative and operational support to the Trust’s grant-making activity. This includes managing records, coordinating key processes, supporting funding meetings, and maintaining effective communication with applicants and grantees.

The role is ideal for someone organised, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about contributing to high-quality grant-making. It offers insight into the workings of a significant philanthropic organisation and a chance to play a key role in delivering funding that makes a real difference across the UK.

Key Responsibilities
Grant Administration
•  Support the day-to-day administration of grant-making processes.
•  Maintain accurate records of grant applications, decisions, and payments using the Trust’s database (Salesforce).
•  Monitor and track grant reporting deadlines and requirements.
•  Assist with preparing grant documentation, e.g. offer letters, payment schedules.
•  Administer the Trust’s microgrants programme, including application assessment and monitoring report review.
Meeting & Process Support
•  Help coordinate grant meetings and application review schedules.
•  Prepare supporting documents for internal meetings, e.g. grant summaries and reports.
•  Take meeting notes, track actions, and ensure timely follow-up.
Communication & Relationship Support
•  Be a point of contact for general enquiries, providing helpful and timely responses.
•  Liaise with applicants and grantees to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
•  Draft correspondence and communications to support grantee relationships.
Monitoring & Compliance
•  Ensure grant records meet data protection, compliance, and internal policy standards.
•  Assist with gathering and reviewing monitoring reports from grantees.
•  Flag any reporting issues or delays to your line manager.
Operational Support
•  Support the smooth functioning of grant-making systems and tools, including assisting with data entry, quality control, and process improvements.
•  Work with the team to streamline administrative workflows and filing systems.
•  Contribute to internal learning by helping to capture outcomes, trends, and insights from grant-making activity.
General Duties
•  Support with any other administrative or grant related tasks required by the team.
•  Occasional visitor reception (showing to meeting rooms, preparing refreshments) and back-up support in managing in-coming post/deliveries, telephone, or email.
•  Assist with the production of reports and materials for internal and external use.
•  Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture.

Person Specification
Essential
•  Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role, preferably in a not-for-profit or grant-making environment.
•  Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•  Highly organised with good time management and the ability to manage competing priorities.
•  Confident using Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel) and working with databases.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•  Professional and approachable manner, with good interpersonal skills.
•  A strong commitment to the values and aims of the Trust.
Desirable
•  Experience of working in a grant-making organisation or charity.
•  Familiarity with Salesforce or similar grant databases.
•  Understanding of grant cycles, funding assessments, or charitable compliance.
•  Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
•  Interest in health, education, welfare, arts, or heritage sectors.

Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who is:
•  Friendly, conscientious, and adaptable.
•  Discreet, trustworthy, and comfortable handling confidential information.
•  Curious and eager to learn about charitable grant-making.
•  Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines.
•  Motivated by contributing to work that makes a difference in society.

Benefits
•  26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
•  5% employer pension contribution
•  Discretionary annual bonus
•  Core working hours 10am–4pm, with flexibility on remaining hours

Are you passionate about shaping health policy and influencing decision-makers? Join The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) as our Public Affairs Adviser and play a pivotal role in amplifying the voices of our Fellows and members. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of clinical radiology and oncology.

As the Public Affairs Adviser, you will be instrumental in establishing the RCR as a key player in the health agenda. You will lead on the planning and delivery of public affairs activity, provide strategic advice to senior leadership, and work collaboratively across teams to influence policy and stakeholder engagement. You will also support the development of integrated campaigns and ensure our voice is heard across the UK and devolved nations.

What you will do: 

• Devise and deliver public affairs strategies aligned with RCR’s objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with parliamentarians, civil servants, and key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic advice and briefings for senior leadership.
• Coordinate public affairs activities across the UK and devolved nations.
• Collaborate with media and digital teams to create impactful campaigns.
• Monitor political developments and identify influencing opportunities.
• Support member engagement and promote public affairs initiatives.

What you need:

• Sound knowledge of political and parliamentary processes.
• Proven experience in public affairs and stakeholder influencing and engagement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to the values and objectives of the RCR.

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that supports doctors delivering medical imaging and cancer care, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more about the role and the RCR in the candidate pack.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme