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We are looking to recruit a dynamic person for the role of Charity Manager, who will develop and shape our charity for the future. You will lead our dedicated team and have overall responsibility for running the Charity.
You will manage the Charity on behalf of the Trustees, co-ordinate a team of seven staff, support volunteers, ensure excellent standards of animal care are maintained and develop our fundraising and community engagement work. You will also be responsible for budgeting, compliance, health and Safety ensuring the charity is safe, welcoming and well run.
You will work on behalf of the Board of Trustees to develop a coherent strategic business plan, reporting regularly on operations and planned objectives.
Key responsibilities
Lead and develop a committed team
Oversee all aspects of site operations and animal welfare
Manage budgets, financial reporting and resources
Develop sustainable fundraising opportunities and income generation, building community partnerships
Ensure compliance with UK legislation and charity governance
Represent the Charity with professionalism and compassion
Shape, develop and lead strategic and business planning
Provide regular detailed strategic reports to the Board of Trustees
What you will bring to the team
Experience managing teams and operations
An understanding of animal welfare and charity regulations
Excellent communication and leadership skills
A calm, resilient and compassionate approach
Benefits
28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
Employer pension contribution in line with statutory requirements
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference and lead a charity that puts animals first, we’d love to hear from you.
Email your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet our requirements: Closing date: 31st March 2026
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Purpose of the role:
The HR, People and Culture Manager is a recently created role at Back Up in response to our continuous growth and services expansion.
People are central to Back Up’s work. The ideal candidate will be able to both take a lead in defining our future approach to our human resources and fostering a positive workplace culture whilst also providing hands on delivery, and ensuring compliance with UK employment laws. They will help us ensure we have the right people, in the right place at the right time and will support our team members to realise their full potential.
They will oversee the operational management of HR activities, providing tools which empower our organisations leaders and ensure best practice is followed throughout the Charity, while enhancing the overall employee experience.
The role requires strong operational HR knowledge, with a clear understanding of end-to-end HR processes and risk management, ensuring robust foundations are in place as the function continues to develop strategically.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruitment and Staffing:
· Oversee best practice in inclusive recruitment, including impactful and engaging job
postings, screening, interviewing, reasonable adjustments and onboarding of new staff and
Trustees.
· Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective
recruitment strategies in order to recruit high performing staff which share Back Up’s values.
· Ensure our role descriptions are consistent and in line with the charities current and future
requirements.
· Manage the onboarding for new team members ensuring it is smooth and consistent.
· Ensure team members have the best possible start at Back Up including orientation and
feeling of belonging at the Charity.
· Oversee delivery of exit interviews and analyse feedback to improve retention strategies.
· Prepare contracts and ensure all required paperwork and legal checks are completed accurately and efficiently.
· Deliver comprehensive HR inductions for new staff, ensuring access to policies,
procedures, and essential information from day one.
Employee Relations and Culture:
· Foster a positive and inclusive workplace environment where employees feel valued and
engaged.
· Act as a first point of contact for employee concerns and conflicts, facilitating resolution
and providing support.
· Work with the charity staff Wellbeing Group and Diversity and Inclusion Group to promote
employee well-being initiatives, activities which support an inclusive workplace and
engagement activities to enhance morale.
· Working with the SMT develop a programme of internal communications relating to people management, organisational culture and behaviours
Payroll and Benefits:
· Manage monthly payroll, pension contributions, and employee benefits administration, ensuring records are accurate and staff inquiries are addressed promptly.
· Prepare letters and update the HR system to reflect any changes in employee contracts.
Learning and Development:
· Support the SMT to identify training needs and implement professional development programmes for staff and trustees which are tailored to individual and Charity goals.
· Work closely with the People Development volunteer supporting team member coaching, awareness and self-development.
· Review and coordinate the induction programme and ongoing training for existing staff to ensure continuous learning and development.
· Lead on our e-learning programme, ensuring training not only meets regulatory requirements but inspires and helps team members grow and develop. Ongoing management of the platform.
Performance Management:
· Oversee performance appraisal process in line with Charity’s values and behaviours.
· Provide support and guidance to managers on performance-related issues.
· Line Management of HR administrator providing clear direction, development support and quality assurance across HR administration
Best Practice, Policy Development and Compliance:
· Review and update our staff handbook and HR policies and procedures using Back Up’s tone of voice and ensuring compliance with UK employment law and best practice.
· Ensure all staff are aware of and understand HR policies and procedures through effective communication and training.
· Conduct salary and benefits benchmarks and identify other initiatives which can enhance our employee value proposition and to ensure that the Charity remain competitive and a place where people want to work.
· Stay informed about changes in employment legislation and recommend necessary adjustments to policies.
· Support us to be leaders in inclusive workplace practices delivery of the Disability Confident scheme.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Collaborate with the SMT to align People and Culture operational practice with Charity goals.
· Oversee annual staff survey.
· Manage HR-related budgets, including training and development costs.
· Provide ad-hoc reports and analysis on HR metrics to inform decision-making.
· Support the ethical and responsible use of AI and other technologies across the charity to support our ability to deliver for people with spinal cord injury.
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.

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Corporate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager
MCKS Charitable Foundation UK
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help build and shape the charity’s corporate partnerships and fundraising programme, securing funding that will help grow MCKS Charitable Foundation’s support from 180 schools to 500 schools across the UK.
Through our school pantry programmes and breakfast clubs, MCKS Charitable Foundation supports children and families experiencing food insecurity, helping ensure pupils can start the school day nourished and ready to learn.
Our goal is to support 500 schools, helping thousands of children and families access essential food support each week.This role will play a central part in securing the partnerships and funding needed to achieve that ambition.
As Corporate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager, you will help develop sustainable income streams through corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and national fundraising initiatives.
This is an opportunity for a fundraiser who wants to build meaningful partnerships, shape strategy and help grow a national charity.
About the Role
Working closely with the charity’s leadership and trustees, you will help develop and deliver a diversified fundraising strategy that supports the charity’s growth.
You will focus on building strong relationships with organisations aligned with our mission and developing funding opportunities that enable the charity to expand its reach and impact.
Key responsibilities include:
Corporate Partnerships
- Identify and develop partnerships with corporate organisations aligned with the charity’s mission
- Secure financial and in-kind support from businesses
- Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship opportunities
- Manage relationships with corporate partners and provide impact reporting
Trusts & Foundations
- Research and apply to relevant grant-making trusts and foundations
- Develop compelling funding proposals and applications
- Manage relationships with funders and oversee reporting
Fundraising Campaigns
- Support the development of national fundraising campaigns, including Fuel for Five
- Develop fundraising resources for schools, communities and supporters
- Identify opportunities for collaborative fundraising activities
Donor Engagement & CRM
- Support the implementation and management of the charity’s fundraising CRM system
- Maintain accurate records of donors, partners and fundraising activity
- Track fundraising performance and provide updates to leadership and trustees
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in fundraising, corporate partnerships or business development
- A confident relationship builder with strong networking skills
- Comfortable developing proposals and securing funding
- Proactive and able to work independently within a growing charity
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience in the charity sector is welcome but not essential if you have strong partnership or fundraising experience.
Why This Role Matters
MCKS Charitable Foundation currently supports around 180 schools across the UK through its school pantry programmes. Through strategic partnerships and fundraising, this role will help expand that support to 500 schools nationally, ensuring more children and families have access to essential food support through their schools.
This is a hands-on role where you will manage your own pipeline, develop partnership proposals and oversee reporting to funders and partners.
In your first year, the focus will be on building a strong fundraising pipeline capable of generating £150,000+ in future income and securing £75,000–£150,000 in new funding through corporate partnerships, trusts and fundraising initiatives.
Your work will play a direct role in enabling the charity to grow its support for schools and sustainably scale its impact.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role will involve building a strong and sustainable fundraising pipeline, securing new corporate partnerships and developing funding relationships that enable the charity to expand its reach.
You will be comfortable taking ownership of fundraising activity, identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and building long-term partnerships that deliver meaningful support for schools and families.
This role would suit someone who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities and seeing the direct impact of their work on a growing charity.
To alleviate suffering and strengthen communities by delivering practical, structured support programmes that help children and families access the fo


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Join the Fire Fighters Charity as our Volunteering Manager and lead the development of a dynamic, inclusive volunteering programme that supports the wellbeing of the UK’s fire services community.
You’ll shape and deliver our national volunteering strategy, design an exceptional volunteer journey, build strong relationships, and ensure volunteers feel supported, valued and inspired. Working across teams, you’ll embed volunteering into our services, champion best practice and use insight to drive continuous improvement.
We’re looking for someone who:
· Has strong experience in volunteer management and volunteer strategy implementation
· Brings strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery
· Builds great relationships and influences at all levels
· Understands safeguarding, data protection and inclusive practice
· Is passionate about creating positive, impactful volunteer experiences
If you want a role with purpose and the chance to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us grow a thriving volunteer community.
We offer specialist, lifelong support for members of the UK fire services community, empowering individuals to live happier and healthier lives



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Do you see yourself helping children and adults with additional needs to achieve the best life possible? Building confidence, gaining independence, experiencing freedom, having fun?
TVAP is a charity supporting children and adults with additional needs, their siblings, parents and carers. Our specialist indoor and outdoor play, recreational and learning facilities are located on a fantastic 2.5 acre site in Taplow, near Maidenhead. Here, our visitors can experience a unique range of adventurous, therapeutic and educational play activities in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
We are looking for a Head of Charity to lead TVAP to achieve an increased impact in meeting the expectations and needs of our visitors in the ever-changing SEND environment. Working with the Board, the Head of Charity will strategically review the current landscape, new opportunities and funding possibilities to best support our visitors.
Our new Head of Charity will:
- Review the strategy and develop a multi-year implementation plan
- Maximise TVAP’s impact and reach in the community through a focused service offering
- Lead the organisation externally with key stakeholders
- Lead and inspire our dedicated and passionate team of staff and volunteers.
We are seeking someone with proven experience in a senior leadership role, who brings:
- A proven track record of delivering high quality services, achieving change and maximising opportunities
- Solid experience of building strong relationships across a range of stakeholders, including trustees, visitors, staff, funders and partners
- Experience of developing income and an understanding of managing finances
- Experience of leading, managing and inspiring teams in a collaborative working environment
- A passion for helping people achieve ‘The best life possible’ in ways tailored to their unique needs.
TVAP is committed to the active promotion of inclusivity and equal opportunities as an employer and in the provision of its services and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you’re interested to know more, please click on 'how to apply', where you'll see the full application pack which provides further information.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Monday March 23rd 2026
Initial interviews: Week of 13th April 2026
Final assessments: Saturday 25th April 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you pride yourself on being a great communicator, strategic thinker and a good leader? Do you want to make a real difference to people's lives? If so, we have the job for you.
Job Title: Head of Charity
Location: Home-based, with regular travel to TALK groups, meetings and events across Guildford, Ashford, Walton-on-Thames, Woking and surrounding areas
Working Hours:4 days per week, with flexibility as required
Salary: £36-£40K (£45-50K FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent (subject to a 3-month probationary period)
Benefits: 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time work); Company Pension Scheme
Accountable To: Board of Trustees, through the Chair
About us
TALK Surrey CIO is a small local charity dedicated to supporting people affected by stroke and aphasia, an acquired language and communication difficulty. People with aphasia can often feel isolated and lose their confidence. We provide group activities, home visits, and community services designed to improve quality of life and foster social connections. Our team of trained volunteers and two existing part-time staff provide an inclusive and supportive group environment for our members to practise their communication skills, share experiences and enjoy each others' company.
We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate Head of Charity to be responsible for leading our organisation, ensuring our services are high-quality, sustainable, and responsive to the needs of our members. You would be responsible for the overall leadership, management and development of TALK, including thinking ahead to expand our range of services. You will ensure the charity is well governed, financially sustainable and delivering high-quality, person-centred services aligned to its mission.
You would work closely with Trustees, staff, volunteers, members and other stakeholders to shape the charity’s future, strengthen partnerships, and ensure effective service delivery.
About you
Ideally you will have:
- Experience in managing or leading a small organisation, charity or service.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience developing and improving services based on user need and evidence.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience supporting, supervising or managing staff and/or volunteers.
- High emotional intelligence and commitment to person-centred services.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Ability and willingness to travel locally to TALK groups and meetings.
Experience working in the voluntary or charity sector and an understanding of charity governance, compliance and accountability would be desirable, as would some knowledge of stroke, aphasia or related health and social care services. Other desirable attributes are: Experience of fundraising, grant management or income development and Experience of volunteer management and community engagement.
For more information, please see the attached Job Description
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Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes
Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedford exists to change that.
Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedfordshire.
We are now looking for a Volunteer Co-ordinator to help more recruit, train and support the volunteers who make our work possible.
About Friends for Life Bedfordshire
We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire’s care homes.
Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services.
The Role
You will play a key operational role in ensuring our volunteer-led services run smoothly, safely and effectively.
Working closely with the Volunteer Lead, you will help recruit, train, support and retain volunteers, ensuring they feel confident, valued and equipped to deliver both befriending and activity-based services.
In addition, you will co-ordinate and manage our programme of group activities, working with care homes and activity volunteers to make sure residents experience high‑quality, meaningful sessions every week.
This is an ideal role for someone who is organised, people-focused and motivated by social impact.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Recruitment, Induction & Training
- Act as the first point of contact for volunteer enquiries
- Meet prospective volunteers to explain the charity’s work and assess suitability
- Deliver volunteer induction training at “Welcome Day” sessions
- Support refresher and additional training needs and maintain up‑to‑date volunteer resources
Volunteer Support & Retention
- Provide day‑to‑day support to volunteers, responding to queries and safeguarding concerns
- Help organise volunteer social events to build community and connection
- Support follow-up actions from volunteer meetings
- Conduct exit interviews for volunteers leaving the service
Group Activity Programme Co‑ordination
- Build and maintain a diverse pool of activity volunteers, from musicians to hobby practitioners
- Liaise with care homes to match activity volunteers to resident needs
- Schedule group activities and accompany volunteers on first visits
- Check in with new volunteers after one month and regularly with longer-standing volunteers
- Track activity participation and outcomes, gathering feedback from residents, volunteers and care home staff
- Capture stories and case studies (with consent) to showcase the impact
About You
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, organised and great with people. You will likely bring:
- Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Confidence working independently within a small, supportive team
- Experience working with volunteers (ideally in a charity, health or social care setting)
- An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
- Good IT skills and a commitment to accurate record‑keeping
This role may particularly suit someone who:
- Wants a flexible, meaningful part-time role
- Enjoys supporting people and building community
- Thrives in a small organisation where they can take initiative
What We Offer
- £15.45 per hour (£12.051 per year for 15 hours a week)
- Employer Pension
- Flexible and Hybrid working
- A supportive and passionate team of staff, volunteers and trustees
- The chance to transform the lives of care home residents every single week
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the position.
Selection will be via an interview.
Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to evidence this prior to interview.
Finally, the role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with the Social Research Association to recruit a permanent Communications Manager.
An educational charity and membership body, the Social Research Association aims to drive excellence in the conduct, development and application of social research to deliver lasting benefits to the social research profession and the wider public good. With around 1600 members who work in government, academic, the voluntary and private sector or as freelancers, the organisation's key activities include training, events, ethics reviews and regular publications.
You'll be joining the small, supportive team at an exciting time following a period of investment in its membership offering and in the lead up to its 50th anniversary in 2028.
Contract: Permanent role, offered on either a full time or part time, four day per week basis, with flexible working options offered and fully supported
Salary: £38,000 to £43,000 per annum
Location: Home based role with occasional travel required for events or Team Days, anticipated at around 10 days per year with travel reimbursed
Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 2nd April
Interviews: Interviews will be held on Friday 24th April
The incoming Communications Manager will have real ownership of the communications output for the organisation as well as strategic influence, while retaining day to day responsibility for the delivery of messaging.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has been leading communications projects or channels and is now ready to lead strategy - someone who wants more autonomy, broader responsibility, and the chance to shape the voice of a respected membership organisation.
Core responsibilities within the role will include:
- Deliver and evolve the SRA's communications strategy across all platforms increasing the visibility of the SRA and engagement the wider social research community
- Advise senior leadership and trustees on messaging, brand positioning, and audience engagement
- Shape how the organisation communicates with members, stakeholders, and the wider research community
- Monitor and evaluate communications impact using analytics and insights
- Produce and manage engaging content for newsletters, blogs, social media, email campaigns, the website, the membership hub, press releases, and promotional campaigns
- Lead communications around SRA publications to raise profile and reach
- Oversee editorial calendars and ensure timely, high-quality delivery
- Keep up to date with digital and social media trends and platform developments
- Create and maintain effective systems and workflows for communications outputs
- Support clear, inclusive internal communications for staff, trustees, and volunteers
- Develop materials for impact reporting and organisational updates
- Build positive relationships with partner organisations, research funders, editors, freelancers, and other stakeholders
This position is perfect for someone ready to take a step up to take on more strategic responsibility, or someone already working at Manager level.
You'll thrive at the Social Research Association if you enjoy combining hands-on delivery with bigger-picture thinking, and if you're excited by the idea of shaping an organisation's communications approach.
Key experience and skills required for the role are as follows:
- Experience in communications, journalism, media, or a related field
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience managing communications projects or channels, especially LinkedIn content
- Ability to tailor messaging for different audiences and platforms
- Strong organisational skills and confidence managing multiple deadlines
- Analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret engagement data and adapt strategy
- Creative, proactive, and eager to grow into a more strategic role
- Commitment to equity, accessibility, and inclusive practice
If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance. Alice can be reached by using 'apply now' button on the advert.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Join us and lead the growth of a thriving, mission driven charity. As our Commercial Services Director, you will shape and drive the sustainable income that powers life changing services for older people across Lincolnshire.
Working at both a strategic and operational level, you will provide visionary leadership across Age UK Lincolnshire’s commercial portfolio. Partnering closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, Executive Team, staff, volunteers and the older people we serve, you will help set organisational direction, identify future opportunities, and ensure strong oversight of performance, policies and priorities.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this commercially focused role is responsible for generating income and overseeing all income producing services within the charity. You will balance ambition with purpose—ensuring that our charitable aims are upheld and that older people remain at the heart of every service and development.
As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping, developing and delivering the future of our commercial activities. You will lead the growth of existing services and pioneer new income streams across the region, expanding our reach so that more older people can benefit from high quality support. This position combines strategic innovation with hands on delivery, offering the opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact on the lives of older people in Lincolnshire.
The post-holder needs to be a confident communicator who is self-driven, proactive and dedicated, with an enthusiastic and positive approach to delivering and developing services for older people. Knowledge and experience in the charity sector and business development is desirable. The post-holder would also ideally have knowledge of the Health and Social Care Sector.
Please go to our Age UK Lincolnshire website to view the full recruitment pack.
Please provide:
A covering letter explaining your motivation to apply, how your experience has prepared you to
be the Commercial Services Director for Age UK Lincolnshire and your ideas for the role.
A full CV (tailored to the role as advertised, highlighting relevant experience, knowledge and achievements).
Contact details for two referees (who will not be contacted without your permission following acceptance of job offer).
To improve lives of older people.
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Head of Operations
A senior leadership role where your decisions will directly improve young people’s lives.
The Jack Hazeldine Foundation (JHF) is a small, ambitious youth charity with a big mission: to transform the lives of young people through high‑quality 1:1 mentoring, tutoring and personalised support.
We are now seeking a Head of Operations to play a pivotal role in shaping how our charity runs – strengthening our systems, supporting our people, and ensuring we are sustainable, compliant and impact‑driven as we grow.
This is a genuinely senior role, working closely with the CEO and Trustees, where your judgement will be trusted and your impact will be visible every day.
About the role
As Head of Operations, you will lead JHF’s operational strategy and oversee delivery across operations, finance, people, systems, programmes and compliance.
You will line manage a small, committed team and deputise for the CEO when required.
This is a role for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, and who thrives in a small organisation where leadership is visible and change is possible.
Why join JHF?
- A senior leadership role with real influence over how the organisation operates
- The opportunity to shape and improve systems
- Close working relationships with the CEO and Trustees
- A manageable team size that allows for thoughtful, people‑centred leadership
- Clear, visible impact where your work directly supports better outcomes for young people
- A values‑driven culture rooted in integrity, collaboration and ambition for impact
- A supportive organisation that values learning, wellbeing and sustainable ways of working
We have strong operational foundations in place and have been awarded a CAF Resilience Grant to further strengthen our financial and operational sustainability – a key focus for this role.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and implement JHF’s operational strategy alongside the CEO and Trustees
- Oversee day‑to‑day operations across programmes, finance, HR and administration
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting and controls
- Act as senior lead for governance, risk, GDPR and information security
- Own and develop our bespoke database to improve efficiency, reporting and impact measurement
- Provide high‑quality operational insight and data to inform Board decision‑making
- Support programme delivery to balance impact, quality, compliance and sustainability
- Lead and support staff development, wellbeing and inclusive practice
About you
You will bring:
- Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally in a charity, youth, education or people‑centred organisation
- Strong financial management experience, including budgeting and reporting
- Experience leading small, multi‑disciplinary teams
- Confidence overseeing service delivery, compliance and risk
- Experience owning or leading organisational systems or digital change
- A values‑driven, collaborative approach and strong commitment to safeguarding young people
We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. If you bring relevant experience and a strong commitment to our mission, we would love to hear from you.
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The Stuart Low Trust (SLT) is a well-respected and award-winning charity based in Islington supporting people who experience mental health issues and socially isolated.SLT was created to be radically different from other local charities – uniquely accessible, inclusive and community-embedded. We create safe, inclusive and welcoming spaces to build confidence, connection and hope. You will be joining a small friendly team, where we care about staff wellbeing.
Founded in memory of Stuart Low, who tragically took his own life aged only 27 when he couldn’t find the right support, SLT has been embedded in Islington’s community since 1997.Today we support over 500 adults per year through social groups -creative arts, nature-based activities, wellbeing workshops and peer support.90% of participants report improved mental health and wellbeing.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to play a transformative role in a small but impactful charity. Your work will directly enable adults experiencing isolation to access safe, creative and life-affirming activities. You will help shape the next stage of SLT’s growth — strengthening financial resilience while being rooted in compassion, inclusion and community. We believe in trusting the expertise of our staff and giving them the freedom to thrive with regular support on hand when needed.
Why this Role is Different
You will be stepping into an organisation in a strong position to build on:
- Multi-year funding security (63% of next year’s income already secured through multi-year grants, 4 months’ free reserves, annual income circa £250k).
- Trusted funders include City Bridge Foundation, Garfield Weston, Sport England and leading City Livery Companies.
- Strategic Plan 2024–28 with clear goals.
- An expert consultant designed fundraising growth roadmap for the exciting opportunities in and around Islington (tech companies, creative industries, City of London including livery companies).
- Excellent impact measurement systems.
- A highly experienced Chief Executive with 30 years in the sector.
- A collaborative and supportive team, who understand fundraising is everyone’s responsibility.
We are small, respected, financially stable — and ready for our next phase of development.This is a strategic role, but very hands-on. Perfect for someone who thrives in a small charity where you can see the impact of your work every week.
Who we are seeking
We are seeking an ambitious and strategic Fundraising Manager. This is a hands-on role for an experienced fundraiser who enjoys writing high-quality grant applications and building strong relationships with supporters. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will have a primary focus on strengthening our trusts and foundations pipeline, while building on our existing corporate, community and individual giving to diversify income, particularly among local supporters and City-based businesses.
We are seeking a fundraiser who combines:
- A strong track record securing trust and foundation income
- Experience growing income beyond trusts (corporate, community or individual)
- Excellent storytelling and bid-writing skills
- Confidence engaging senior stakeholders
- Emotional intelligence and relationship-building strength
- Comfort working autonomously in a small team
- Experience in a mental health organisation or small charity is desirable but not essential.
Summary role description
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will:
Lead & Strengthen Trusts and Foundations Income
- Own and develop a strong pipeline.
- Write compelling, high-quality applications.
- Deepen funder relationships to secure renewals and uplifts.
Diversify Income (Strategic Growth Area)
- Develop corporate partnerships in Islington, King’s Cross tech, creative industries and the City.
- Build community and individual giving, especially among affluent local residents.
- Shape meaningful long-term partnerships, not transactional asks.
Build Sustainable Systems
- Strengthen stewardship journeys.
- Improve unrestricted income streams.
- Use donor tracking systems and explore AI tools intelligently and ethically.
- Contribute to fundraising communications and our profile-building.
What You’ll Gain
- Real autonomy and ownership
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Occupational pension scheme
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Supportive management culture, line-managed by the Chief Executive, who has 30 years' experience in the charity sector
- Opportunity to shape a three-year diversification journey
- Direct strategic influence in a respected charity
- A genuinely collaborative, values-led culture
Location
Based at Jean Stokes Community Centre, Islington (5 minutes by bus from King’s Cross)
Application instructions
Please note, while we appreciate the value of AI tools, we strongly prefer that applicants prepare their supporting statements with minimal use of AI.This helps us to better understand your authentic voice, skills and motivation for this role.Thank you.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.
We are embrace diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that represents are variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills.The more inclusive we are, the more we can achieve.
Deadline for applications: Sunday, 5th April 2026 at 11.30pm
Interviews: Monday, 20th April 2026
Estimated Start:June/July 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Project
PKD Scotland: Outreach and Community Connections Project.
It is estimated that around 5,000 people in Scotland could be living with Polycystic Kidney
Disease. It is however often poorly understood and historically underfunded, meaning people
can leave clinic after diagnosis with little support beyond medical appointments. Many tell us
they don't know where to turn for emotional support or to meet others living with the same
condition. We want to change that and with support from a National lottery Awards for All grant
that is exactly what we are going to do.
The eighteen-month project will see us reach into hospitals across Scotland to try and ensure
that no one with PKD in Scotland has to manage their journey on their own. From diagnosis
onwards we want all to be aware of the charity, the array of services that we offer and foster
engagement. Two new volunteer led support groups will be established and a group of
ambassadors recruited to support the ongoing connections we make to ensure that PKD
remains in the spotlight.
As our Scotland PKD Engagement Officer you will be central to the success of the project.
Many people only reach us years after diagnosis, often when symptoms worsen, but we know
that early connection can make a real difference. PKD is lifelong and people face new
challenges at every stage. Having support around them helps them stay confident, informed
and connected.
About The Role
As PKD’s Scotland Engagement Officer, you will play a central role in delivering this ambitious
outreach project.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will raise awareness of the PKD Charity and its services,
ensuring that people diagnosed with PKD are informed about available support from the earliest
possible stage.
You will build and nurture relationships with NHS professionals and services across Scotland,
helping embed PKD Charity information and resources into patient pathways. Alongside this, you
will work closely with volunteers to establish two new PKD support groups and develop an
ambassador programme to maintain long-term local engagement and visibility.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident relationship-builder who enjoys working
autonomously while contributing to a small and dedicated team. Your work will help ensure that
people living with PKD across Scotland feel informed, connected and supported throughout every
stage of their condition.
For more information and details on how to apply, please read the full Job Description.
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One of London’s historic “Magnificent Seven” cemeteries, the Cemetery Park is now a Local Nature Reserve and a vital green space in the heart of the East End — where biodiversity, heritage and community come together.
Founded in 1990, the Friends are an award-winning charity dedicated to protecting and caring for this unique site. Now, we are looking for a values-driven, collaborative leader to help strengthen our organisation for the future.
About the role
This is a senior leadership position within a collaborative charity structure. You will:
– Work closely with the Board of Trustees on strategy and governance
– Lead on finance, fundraising and organisational sustainability
– Support and develop staff and volunteers
– Represent the charity externally
– Work in close partnership with our longstanding Cemetery Park Manager
Importantly, this is not a corporate CEO role. It is an opportunity to lead within a community-rooted, place-based charity where humility, partnership and emotional intelligence matter as much as strategy.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has senior experience in a charity or values-led organisation
- Understands governance and financial sustainability
- Can build trust with staff, volunteers and stakeholders
- Is excited by heritage, conservation and community
As a small charity, this role balances strategic thinking with hands-on involvement.
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We’re looking for a talented Salesforce Product Manager to cover a period of maternity leave.
This is a crucial and strategic role for our charity as we require an expert product manager to lead and manage our Salesforce platform, delivering configuration, insight, reporting and training.
The Salesforce Product Manager is responsible for leading the ongoing development, administration and improvement of our Salesforce ecosystem, ensuring it supports all areas of our charity, including fundraising, operations, finance and grant management.
The post holder is required to act as the trusted Salesforce partner for all users, translating needs into scalable solutions, managing change and delivering insight, training as well as data-driven improvements to help the charity achieve its strategic goals and objectives. This role requires independent ownership, strong stakeholder partnership skills and the ability to translate business needs into practical solutions.
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The Beit Trust works for the benefit of the people of Zambia, Zimbabwe and Malawi. It funds sustainable projects in health, education, social welfare and the natural environment, building infrastructure and catalysing human self-improvement. The Trust does not fundraise and relies solely on the endowment of its founder, Alfred Beit.
The Secretary works closely with the Chairman and Board of Trustees in developing the Trust’s strategic plan, and will ensure it operates to the highest standards of governance, transparency and impact, while developing strong relationships with partners, beneficiaries and regulators.
Experience in at least one of the beneficial countries and/or Africa more widely is important.
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