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Operations & People Support Officer
Reporting to: Operations & People Team Leader
Salary: £26,066 – £30,523
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Alder Hey Children’s Charity (based within the hospital), Liverpool
Job Purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of the Charity’s operations. You will be the first point of contact for supporters and will deliver outstanding customer care and donor stewardship.
You will build strong working relationships with Charity colleagues, donors (existing and potential), volunteers and Trust staff. The role supports the fundraising teams, assists with the hospital and online shop, and plays a key part in coordinating and administering the Charity’s volunteering function. You will also provide vital People (HR) administration and process support.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Fundraising & Office
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Undertake day-to-day administrative tasks as directed by the Operations & People Manager and Team Leader, including preparing letters, reports and memos to a high professional standard.
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Handle sensitive information appropriately, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
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Deal with all incoming telephone enquiries in a professional and helpful manner, directing calls correctly and taking accurate messages.
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Support the efficient running of the public Charity office by welcoming donors and visitors in a friendly and professional way.
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Provide excellent customer care and donor stewardship in every interaction.
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Manage incoming mail, ensuring it is opened, distributed and responded to promptly.
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Process donations in line with established receipting procedures.
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Adhere to audit procedures and liaise with the Charity’s auditors.
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Maintain filing systems, ensuring safe storage and regular archiving of records.
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Support the senior management team, including organising meetings and room bookings.
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Undertake banking procedures, ensuring donations are accurately recorded and banked.
Hospital & Online Shop
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Process online shop orders in a timely manner.
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Run regular online sales reports for the Operations Manager.
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Support the management of the hospital and online shop, ensuring stock levels are maintained and products are well presented.
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Provide customer service in the hospital Atrium shop and support front desk cover as required.
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Cash up the till, ensuring all sales are accurately recorded and passed for banking.
Database Support
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Process donations on the CRM database, liaising with fundraising teams to ensure accuracy, including online platforms.
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Produce analytical reports from the fundraising database for audit purposes.
People / HR Support
Provide People/HR administrative support in the following areas:
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Recruitment, including coordinating recruitment and induction of new starters.
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Volunteer coordination, ensuring a robust process from expression of interest through to induction.
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Ensuring all staff have DBS checks in line with Trust requirements.
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Administration of staff annual leave and absence reporting.
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Creating staff correspondence, including pay award, furlough and other required communications.
Other Duties
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Act as an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity, in line with organisational values.
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Be an active and supportive team member, contributing to team development and collaborative working.
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Attend and support fundraising events where required.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
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Experience managing a demanding and varied workload.
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Proven experience handling cash and working within audit and procedural controls.
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Strong customer service background.
Desirable
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Experience working in a charity.
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Experience using a CRM system or database.
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Experience using Shopify or other online sales platforms.
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HR experience or qualifications.
Skills & Attributes
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Commitment to equality, diversity and collaborative working.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to build strong working relationships.
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Self-motivated with a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
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Highly organised, adaptable and able to manage shifting priorities.
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Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Strong understanding of data protection and confidentiality.
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Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft packages.
Additional Requirements
Essential
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Strong interest in working for a children’s health charity.
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Commitment to the values of Alder Hey Children’s Charity.
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Willingness to get involved across the Charity.
Desirable
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Willingness to occasionally work outside normal office hours.
Our Values
At Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide everything we do. By being courageous, working together, being passionate and creative, we ensure our hospital can deliver the very best care for young patients and their families.
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Courage: We try new things, take risks and speak up. We are accountable and unstoppable.
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Together: We work as one team, celebrate diversity and empower one another.
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Passion: We care deeply about what we do and inspire others.
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Magical: We are creative, child-led and create special moments that go the extra mile.
Four-Day Working Week
In April 2025, the Charity adopted a four-day working week. Staff previously working 37.5 hours now work 30 hours over four days. This supports a healthier work-life balance while continuing to drive growth and success.
Additional Information
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It is not exhaustive and may be amended to meet the Charity’s needs.
Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with disabilities. The Charity is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Friends of Moorfields
The Friends of Moorfields is a registered charity supporting the patients and staff at Moorfields Eye Hospital, a world centre of excellence for the specialist treatment of eye diseases.
The Friends provide a range of services to support the work of the hospital – including the purchase of clinical equipment – and managing the trust’s volunteer programme.
The Position
The Volunteer Administration Officer is an exciting and challenging role, responsible for assisting the Volunteer Services Manager in the recruitment, administration and support of a network 350+ volunteers throughout the hospital at City Road, and the 31 Moorfields Network Sites.
The post-holder will be an all-rounder; someone who is comfortable working on their own initiative, is well organised, numerate, and who enjoys the challenges of supporting a small and friendly team. They will be supported to grow and develop in this role, through an active approach to training and development, and through a positive and empowering working environment.
Key Accountabilities
1. To assist with the recruitment, administration and support of a team of 350+ Volunteers at Moorfields City Road.
2. To support the delivery of the ‘Telephone Support Service’.
3. To promote and support volunteer services in Moorfields Network Sites
4. Other General Duties
Interviews planned for 8th / 9th February
No recruitment agencies please.
We strongly advise that applicants DO NOT use Chatbot AI to generate their covering letter.
We advise applicants not to use Chatbot AI to generate their covering letter.
Helping to ensure that everyone who comes to Moorfields, for whatever reason, has the best possible experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Summary:
The Supporter Partnerships Officer (SPO) plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional experience for new and existing supporters of London City Mission.
Purpose of the job:
As a key member of the Fundraising team, you will be the first point of contact for individuals and organisations who give to the charity; handling enquiries, processing donations given over the telephone, updating supporter records, nurturing long-term relationships and providing insight to other members of the fundraising team.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a people-centred environment, enjoys providing outstanding supporter care, and is energised by working in a mission‑driven fundraising setting.
Your work ensures supporters feel valued, informed, and inspired to continue their journey with us. Conversations around personal faith, Biblical convictions around supporting gospel ministry and requests for prayer often form part of the dialogue between the SPO and supporters.
Key responsibilities:
Supporter care and engagement
- Be the first point of contact for supporters' (existing and new) enquiries by phone, email, letter, website and any other fundraising channels. Ensure they experience an excellent standard of response and experience.
- Be responsible for ensuring donations are thanked promptly and for establishing excellent standards of supporter care.
- You will look for opportunities to send stories and communications that show the Mission’s appreciation including leading on the LCM wide thank you events to Individual Giving supporters.
- Keep thank you letters up to date with new stories to show the impact of their donations.
- Respond to the cancellation of donations thanking the supporter for their gifts and ensure that the cancellation was planned.
Data and insights
- Ensure all supporter information and interactions are captured accurately, up to date and stored in the fundraising CRM in line with GDPR and organisational policies to allow LCM to maximise income. This includes creating new records, assist with managing online donation pages and communicate with supporters on communication preferences and gift aid.
- Run regular reports to track supporter engagement, retention, and income trends.
- Use insights to improve supporter stewardship and fundraising journeys.
Proactive fundraising support
- Identify opportunities to deepen supporter relationships, including upgrading gifts, promoting campaigns, or encouraging long term commitments.
- Support the delivery of fundraising appeals, events, and supporter journeys.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the fundraising team to deliver outstanding supporter experiences.
- Maximise income by ensuring gift aid declarations are correct and up to date giving supporters every opportunity to opt in.
Donation processing and administration
- Accurately set up new direct debits and Gift Aid declarations.
- During staff absence support the recording and reconciliation of donations if necessary.
Fundraising and supporter partnerships team
- Represent LCM at external events and conferences each year where the SPO will be expected to communicate LCM’s vision with a passion for and understanding of the gospel message, as well as share their personal journey of faith in Jesus Christ.
- Provide support and take part in meetings, activities and events in the Fundraising and Supporter Partnerships Team.
- Fully participate in the spiritual life of the Mission including attending the annual week of prayer, the monthly Team Day and daily staff prayers.
This role is based in London City Mission office in Tower Bridge Road and will involve occasional UK travel.
Person specification:
Essential experience
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
- Experience in customer service or supporter care
- Experience of using a CRM /donor database
- Good working knowledge of excel spreadsheets
- Attention to detail
- A practising, evangelical Christian, and a committed member of a local church whose leadership is willing to commission you for this position
- Inspired by London City Mission’s vision and values
Desirable experience
- Medium level skills in MS Office applications
- Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics D365 CRM
- Experience of processing direct debits
- Experience of coordinating volunteers
- Experience of working in a fundraising team
- Be willing to host the LCM weekly online prayer meeting and to lead team devotions
Benefits:
Here are some of the benefits we would offer you in this role:
- 25 days annual leave
- Blended approach to work - with some flexibility over days in the Office and working from home
- An attractive pension scheme with LCM contributing 11.5% of salary
- Clear Christian values underpinning all we do
- Regular LCM and team prayer events; monthly whole of LCM team days with worship, teaching, prayer, and updates; and an annual week of prayer in January
This job description is not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive. It is an outline indication of activity and will be amended in the light of LCM’s changing needs.
Occupational requirement:
London City Mission (LCM) is an organisation committed to preaching the Christian gospel to the people of London.
The Supporter Partnerships Officer plays a key part in managing Partnerships with individual supporters for the London City Mission. It is essential that he/she must personally own, communicate and implement the aims and objectives of the Mission as he/she will be the first point of contact with supporters, including written, telephone and face to face. LCM deeply values its relationships with supporters, some of whom have been giving to and praying for the work for decades.
Many of our supporters know our staff by name because of personal conversations they have had around their personal faith and how we have responded to requests for prayer. We seek to build relationships with individuals over time and connections are often made as we share stories of personal Christian faith and how this motivates us to be a part of gospel work.
On this basis, we consider there is a prima facie case that the person appointed in this role be an evangelical Christian.
Employees are required to agree to the Mission’s Statement of Faith and Conduct.
This job description does not form part of a contract of employment.
The Supporter Connection and Engagement Officer plays a key role in developing and deepening relationships with supporters through personal engagement, particularly via phone and email. This role helps to inspire generosity, communicate impact, and ensure every supporter feels valued and connected to Church Army’s mission. The work that the Supporter Engagement and Connection Officer does directly enables our frontline work to happen.
We want everyone everywhere to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities through faith shared in words and action.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) is a pioneering conservation organisation, working across Kenya to protect endangered wildlife and preserve habitats for future generations. Through projects including our world-renowned Orphans’ Project, veterinary interventions, anti-poaching operations, and community outreach, we are dedicated to securing a future for wild species. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK plays a vital role in supporting conservation projects, raising funds, cultivating donor relationships, and engaging supporters to sustain and build upon life-saving work in Kenya.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Fundraising Support Officer to join our UK team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about wildlife conservation, eager to learn, and looking to develop a career in fundraising and supporter care.
The Fundraising Support Officer will be central to ensuring our supporters receive the highest standard of care. Working across individual giving, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and retail, the postholder will gain valuable experience in many areas of charity fundraising and supporter engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support to the Retail Manager, including acting as first point of contact for order enquiries, exchanges, and returns, and assisting with fulfilling orders from the charity’s online shop.
- Supporter care, to include answering email, post, and telephone correspondence, providing receipts and donor follow-up.
- Accurate recording of donations and correspondence on the charity’s CRM system.
- Support the regular giving and orphan adoption programmes.
- Assist in identifying opportunities with corporate partners and charitable trusts.
- Support the Communications team by drafting and proofreading thank-you letters, donor updates, and impact reports.
- Assist in developing and attending charity events.
- Assist with general fundraising administration and other duties as required by the team.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Demonstrable experience in building relationships with customers or stewarding supporters and donors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a polite and professional manner.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and/or handling supporter or customer data.
- Experience in customer service and administration.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to take on a variety of tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment.
- A genuine interest in wildlife conservation and the mission of Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
Desirable:
- Minimum two years’ experience in donor care or fundraising in the charity sector.
- Experience drafting written communications for a public audience.
- Understanding of the UK charitable sector and fundraising principles.
- Understanding of data protection, including GDPR.
What We Offer
- A supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development in fundraising and supporter care.
- The chance to play a key role in protecting wildlife and habitats through one of the world’s most respected conservation charities.
If you believe you are well suited to the role, please send us your CV and one-page cover letter by clicking the 'Apply' button on this page. Use your cover letter to tell us about your previous experience and why you want to work for SWT UK. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Early application is encouraged as we will be reviewing applications throughout the advertised period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to support visa or work permit applications for this role. (No agencies, please).
To protect and preserve wildlife and habitats in Kenya


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Salary: £25,500 - £27,500 depending on experience
Contract Type: Permanent
Full time: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.
Closing date: Wednesday 4 February 2026. We may extend the advert, but please apply as soon as possible.
Telephone interviews will be held week commencing 9 February 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 16 February 2026 in our Peterborough office
No agencies please
Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease.
The supporter engagement officer will deliver exceptional, personalised telephone engagement with supporters, donors, event participants and prospects. You will lead on inbound and outbound fundraising and stewardship calls, strengthening supporter relationships, generating income, and ensuring every caller feels valued, informed and motivated to continue supporting our work.
With experience of working in a telephone fundraising or telephone-based customer service role, you will have an understanding of fundraising principles and donor stewardship practices.
A keen eye for detail is essential as the role will involve database management whilst supporting a busy, successful fundraising team, ensuring donors and their gifts are accurately acknowledged, recorded on the database to enhance the supporter experience.
If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.
About Kidney Research UK:
Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.
At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.
Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.
Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.
Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.
You may also have experience in the following: Supporter Engagement Officer, Fundraising Officer, Donor Engagement Officer, Supporter Care Officer, Fundraising & Stewardship Officer, Donor Relations Officer, Telephone Fundraising Officer, Supporter Services Officer, Individual Giving Officer, Donor Stewardship Officer, Supporter Experience Officer, Charity Fundraising Executive, Fundraising & Engagement Officer, Supporter Development Officer, Fundraising Customer Service Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.
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Agile - London Head Office/Home
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Supporter Retention and Experience Officer to join our successful Supporter Retention and Experience Unit. Working across a range of offline and online media channels, you will play a key role in supporting the team on retention and supporter experience campaigns to deliver income and build strong loyalty communications to existing supporters, helping to raise £40 million a year.
The Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres and nearly 100 residential centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded.
The role is a key member of the Supporter Retention and Experience Unit - who are responsible for delivery of multi-channel direct marketing communications to warm supporters - including regular giving, loyalty communications and cash appeals. The Unit is also responsible for creating and optimising supporter journeys and gathering valuable supporter insights. This role will lead on their own campaigns and projects which will include the development of new initiatives across the Unit.
Why join us?
- Be part of a dynamic team helping to raise £40 million a year
- Work for a top 10 charity fighting against social inequality and transforming lives across the UK
To be successful in this role, you should:
- Enjoy working in a team
- Have strong experience in supporter experience, journeys or direct marketing
- Have excellent project management and analytical skills and confidence working with agencies and data.
- Be a clear communicator with strong organisation skills
Benefits
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme.
Closing date: Sunday 1st February at 23.59pm. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments. In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK. For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the government website and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy
Our mission is based on our faith in Jesus Christ who wants everyone to experience life in all its fullness.



SOS Children’s Villages exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. Working around the world, we focus on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.
We are now looking for a UK-based Supporter Care Officer to provide high quality supporter care to all of our Individual Giving (IG) supporter types.
- Acting as a reliable first point of contact
- Handling queries and tasks efficiently
- Maintaining accurate records
- Improving and streamlining processes
- Collaborating with colleagues to achieve results.
If you are self-motivated, with excellent communication skills and good attention to detail, looking for a key role within a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, then this could be for you!
To Apply
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description, essential postholder criteria, and person specification and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 1st February, 11.59 pm UK time. Applications will be review as they arrive.
Location: Hybrid - at least one day per week is required in our Cambridge office (CB2 1AB). Occasional travel to Cambridge or London will be required for meetings or collaborating with colleagues.
Please note: The post-holder is required to reside in the UK at reasonable travel distance to attend the office weekly. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description, essential postholder criteria, and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
You’ll provide full professional business support to our Research directorate. You’ll ensure high quality administration across a broad range of tasks and liaise with various stakeholders across the charity.
You’ll work with colleagues across the business support team to improve our processes and the technology we use to manage our information, team and projects to become more efficient and collaborative
What you'll do
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Provide administrative and practical support, acting as the first point of contact as and when required, responding to common queries or signposting as appropriate
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Coordinate team meetings, circulate agendas and make meeting notes
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Provide support with financial administration tasks such as submitting expense claims, raising purchase orders, processing invoices and responding to requests as needed
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Engage, influence and update a variety of stakeholders at all levels across and at cross-directorate meetings as required
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Support Research Leadership Team and Directorate Team meetings, with agendas and minutes, actions are followed up, and decisions implemented
What you'll bring
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Have a broad understanding of scientific research through a degree or working in a research oriented organisation
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Experience of team administration or supporting a senior executive
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate when required at all levels internally and externally
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Excellent administration skills, including minute-taking, presentation preparation and a positive, assertive and resilient approach to prioritising and juggling varying pressures and conflicting priorities
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Experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously that meet the business requirements with minimal supervision
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Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with senior stakeholders
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will be held on 04 or 09 February 2026, in person at our London office
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
We exist to make every day better, for everybody living with Parkinson’s. Right now.
Trust Fundraising Support Officer
Hours: Part-time (14 – 17.5 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid working
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 (Pro Rata)
Contract: Permanent
DBS: A basic check will be required
About Us
At Epilepsy Action we are inclusive, ambitious, supportive, and committed to creating a world without limits for people with epilepsy.
As we achieve the goals in our 2024 – 2030 strategy, we are excited to welcome you to our passionate, supportive and committed team.
We understand the importance of a work life balance, and that's why we have a number of ways to support our people to achieve this. By operating a flexible and supportive approach, we empower people to work in a way that suits them that also meets the need of the charity.
If you are interested in building a career you can be proud of in an inclusive and ambitious organisation, we might have the role for you!
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Trust Fundraising Support Officer to join our growing fundraising team. 2025 was our best year yet for income and this role is pivotal in helping us to take the next step in further growing our income.
This new role will play a key part in delivering funding from Trusts, Foundations and other Funders across the UK, supporting the Senior Trust Fundraising Officer to maximise our income. You will be responsible for making small-scale grant applications, and for growing our grants portfolio through identifying new funding opportunities.
There will be a range of projects to work on, providing vital support to ensure that we are increasing the number of warm Funders who regularly support the charity.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Build up a strong pipeline of prospective Funders by researching Trusts that align with Epilepsy Action’s vision and strategy.
- Secure income from small-scale charitable Trusts, Foundations, and other Grant Makers to meet individual and team targets.
- Ensure timely thanking, updates and reporting for all Grants and Donations from our rolling programme of applications.
- Use data in the CRM to analyse trends and identify opportunities.
At Epilepsy Action, we recognise the power of collaboration and teamwork, so our team members with hybrid contracts can expect to work a minimum of 40% at our office in Leeds. On average this is 2 days a week, normally on Mondays and Thursdays, for full-time employees. The expectation to collaborate face-to-face is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do which may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to help us create a world without limits for people with epilepsy.
About You?
We are looking for a dedicated fundraiser who has:
- Experience in using specialist fundraising research tools.
- Proven communication, writing and editing skills.
- Proven experience of securing Donations, Grant income or new business.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and digital tools.
- Organisational skills is detail-oriented, and able to work to tight deadlines.
Interested?
If you are interested, click apply and you will be redirected our careers site to complete your application.
Closing Date: 9am on Monday, 9th of February 2026
Informal Chat: Week commencing 16th of February 2026
Interviews: Monday, 23rd of February 2026
Recruitment Process: We believe that having an informal chat before the formal interview process allows us and you to have an open and honest conversation about the role, our organisation culture and what attracted you to apply. This is why as part of this process we will be inviting people to a 30-minute online chat with a member of our team before inviting shortlisted candidates to a formal interview.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications therefore early applications are advised.
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Reporting to Director, Supporter Engagement
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Akshaya Patra UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
We are seeking an enterprising, organised individual to join Akshaya Patra UK as our Supporter Engagement Officer. The role is a joyfully versatile one which requires planning, coordination, and a strong 'make it happen' attitude. As the first point of contact for supporters, community groups, and partners, the candidate will ensure every interaction, whether by phone, email, social media, or in-person, is positive, timely, and professional.
A key part of the role will be to build and grow volunteer chapters across the UK, developing local champions who increase awareness and funds for Akshaya Patra. Even as the candidate will invite new supporters to join our mission, managing supporter relationships with a defined portfolio of donors, monitoring income, and contributing to data analysis related to supporter engagement and projects is a key part of the role. In addition, maintaining the inventory of supporter engagement tools and merchandise, ensuring materials are organised, available, and effectively used to inspire supporters.
Knowledge of British culture and geography is welcome, while familiarity with India, its regions, and Indian languages is an added advantage. You will attend meetings and events in London and other parts of the UK as required, with the flexibility to work remotely at other times. The role will play an important part in shaping our future plans and helping us grow our income and impact in the years ahead.
Key responsibilities
- Manage supporter enquiries, building strong relationships and offering excellent stewardship at every stage.
- Adopt an enterprising, creative mindset to engage a wide variety of donors and community groups across the UK, thinking innovatively about supporter involvement.
- Send timely thank-you messages, acknowledgements, and fulfilment communications, ensuring supporters feel valued and informed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supporter records, monitor income received, and support data analysis to track trends and project future income.
- Assist with events, appeals, and seasonal campaigns, contributing to planning, logistics and delivery, and ensuring all activities reflect Akshaya Patra’s mission and priorities.
- Manage the inventory of supporter-care tools, and place orders for new and innovative engagement tools.
- Develop and produce bespoke supporter and volunteer packs, tailored to motivate and equip individuals and groups to champion our cause.
- Work collaboratively with the Supporter Engagement and wider fundraising teams, ensuring a cohesive, collaborative, and mission-driven supporter journey.
- The responsibilities outlined above are not exhaustive and may evolve as the organisation develops. Flexibility and collaborative spirit are essential in a growing charity environment.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, engage and inspire a wide range of supporters and volunteers.
- Strong administrative and digital skills, including confident use of databases, spreadsheets, emails, and online communication tools.
- A hands-on, proactive approach, with the ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly, and take initiative to make things happen.
- A positive, collaborative, and team-focused attitude, with a willingness to contribute to shared goals.
- A genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children facing disadvantage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.





