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We are seeking an exceptional leader to be our next chief executive, leading a respected and influential membership organisation at the heart of a thriving grassroots movement.
You’ll be working to build on the success we’ve seen and strong position and voice we have established for ourselves and our members, as a leading force for inclusive and sustainable transport and communities.
You’ll bring an impressive track record in values-based leadership, a proven ability to engage and inspire grassroots change-makers, strategic partners and policy-makers, and a deep belief in the importance of community-led change towards a sustainable, equitable future.
About us
Community Rail Network is a national not-for-profit organisation, which is in the process of applying for charitable status, supporting a growing ‘community rail’ movement, which helps communities get the most from their railways, promotes sustainable and inclusive travel, coordinates volunteering and place-making, and brings people together.
Community rail is made up of 77 community-based organisations, and around 1,300 station volunteer groups and other community-led initiatives around Britain. Their activities range from creative projects for young people, to advising train operators on service improvements, to building travel confidence among marginalised groups, to biodiversity projects at stations, to promoting greener tourism by rail.
Our enthusiastic team of 24 works from home in dispersed locations, but we come together regularly in person and online. We work collaboratively to support members, provide training, events and resources, run campaigns, and champion community rail and its insights. We believe in helping everyone reach their potential while having a good work-life balance.
About this role, and your main responsibilities
Our current CEO is moving on after nine years in role, leaving the organisation, team and wider movement in a strong and empowered position to deliver on the next phase of our development.
Your opportunity is to lead the organisation, and to deliver on our new five-year strategy setting an ambitious course for the future during a period of major transformation for our railways and the wider transport system. You will ensure that we are:
As CEO, you will lead a passionate and experienced senior leadership team with three direct reports, while working closely with and reporting into our Board, key partners and funders, and ensuing an engaging, empowering, tenacious approach across all we do.
Advocacy of community rail and its benefits will be high on your agenda, and you will be working closely across multiple stakeholders including UK and devolved national governments, regional and local authorities as well as forging collaborative partnerships with like-minded organisations.
Maintaining our community-centric ethos, you will need to ensure we're effective in enabling members to unlock greater value from the railways at a grassroots level, while drawing on their insights to affect wider change. With hundreds of member groups and organisations across Britain delivering life-changing, place-enhancing work, you will have a solid foundation to build on, to take community rail forward and expand our impact in the years ahead.
Last, but not least, you will be responsible for ensuring the strong and effective governance of the organisation, modelling our governing principles, values and behaviours, and ensuring that we have robust financial and resource management in place.
Skills, competencies and qualities
Other information
The role will involve extensive travel within Britain as part of building your profile and that of the organisation with central and devolved government in Scotland and Wales, and increasingly with the devolved regions of England.
There is flexibility on location given the requirement to travel and that your office will be home-based. You will need to travel to in-person quarterly team meetings (usually in London or West Yorkshire) and to Board meetings which alternate between online and London. It is expected that travel will be by public transport and easy access to the rail network is therefore required to ensure journeys can be made sustainably.
This is a full-time position, 37 hours per week. We use a flexi-time system with core hours 10am-3pm, and are committed to being a flexible, supportive and understanding employer. This is a permanent position with a probationary period of six months.
Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising up to 30 days, plus Bank Holidays, in line with long service); pension with employer contribution of 7%; and access to Employee Assistance Programme.
Successful applicants will need to provide proof that they have the right to work in the UK and provide two references.
Community Rail Network is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from disabled people and Black, Asian and other minoritised groups, who meet with the skills and competencies for this role. We will provide reasonable adjustments for interviews as required.
Applications by Tuesday 12 May 2026 (23:30) with two attachments: your CV and a covering letter of up to two sides of A4 summarising why you are the ideal person for this job and relevant experience and competencies. Please include a daytime phone number and an email address and identify your notice period in your cover letter.
First interviews take place 21-22 May 2026 online. Second interviews will be in person, Monday 1 June 2026, in London. Candidates invited for interview will be contacted by phone about a week before. Due to limited resources, we are unable to provide feedback to other candidates.
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Championing the community rail movement | Connecting people and their railways | Creating inclusive, empowered, sustainable and healthy communities
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Release Counselling and Therapy for Women is entering an exciting new chapter.
Founded in Brighton and Hove in 2013, Release has grown from a small local charity into a financially robust organisation with a growing national reach. Under the leadership of our outgoing CEO, the charity has been transformed—moving from a challenging financial position to one with strong reserves, clear sustainability, and ambitious plans for growth.
We now provide affordable 1:1 online counselling to women across the UK, alongside specialist group programmes supporting maternal mental health and key life transitions. One-to-one counselling is a core offer and a vital income stream, enabling us to extend our reach while staying true to our values.
This period has also seen Release grow to working with over 20 dedicated volunteer counsellors, strengthening our capacity and community impact.
As our CEO steps down, Release is ready for its next phase—building on strong foundations, amplifying our national impact, and remaining firmly rooted in our purpose: being a charity that supports women’s mental health, run by women, for women.
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Are you someone who can build trusted relationships across sectors, develop sustainable income, and turn strategic opportunities into meaningful impact?
Are you looking for a part-time, senior role where you can shape organisational direction, grow partnerships, and deliver programmes with national and international reach?
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a UK-based charity dedicated to improving mental health outcomes through better design. We are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Head of Partnerships & Programmes to play a central role in our next phase of growth.
In this role, success will mean building high-value partnerships, growing sustainable income, and delivering programmes that expand DiMHN’s impact and influence.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will:
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a strategic, relationship-driven leader who can translate opportunity into impact, income, and influence.
Knowledge and experience
You will bring:
Knowledge of the mental health, healthcare, design, or built environment sectors is welcome, but not essential.
Personal attributes
You will be:
WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
As part of the team, you will benefit from:
NEXT STEPS
Please see https://bit.ly/DIMHNPartnershipsProgrammes for our Candidate Pack, application instructions and details about the interview process.
The Design in Mental Health Network (DiMHN) is a charity dedicated to improving the design of mental health environments.
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Head of Operations
Salary: Up to £61,600 (dependent on experience)
Location: Home-based or hybrid London-based co-working
Contract: Full-time (flexible working requests welcome)
Suicide is preventable. That’s why we are working to create a safer online world and to connect young people with the help and support they need to stay safe and well.
We’re Molly Rose Foundation, founded following the death of 14-year-old Molly Russell. At Molly’s inquest, a coroner ruled harmful online content contributed to her death. In her name, we’ve now got big plans to create change and save young lives.
We’re looking for a Head of Operations who can ensure we grow effectively and focus our energies on helping young people live long and stay strong. You’ll lead and develop our finance, governance, HR, and IT operations, ensuring we can deliver with impact and grow and scale smoothly.
You’ll play a leading role in shaping and delivering our organisational strategy, monitoring our progress and budgets, and leading the process to design and develop our next Strategy to 2030. You’ll be adept at designing effective and robust policies and committed to developing a high functioning, high-impact organisation.
As a member of our Leadership Team, you’ll have the vision, strategy, and entrepreneurial zeal to help us thrive.
But you’ll also relish the opportunity to build a small organisation from scratch with the drive and passion to really get stuck in and help us to fulfil our potential.
We offer a comprehensive package that includes:
- 27 days annual leave plus 1 volunteering day, rising to 30 days holiday after three years’ service;
- annual leave buyback scheme, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days;
- employee pension scheme;
- £500 employee wellbeing budget;
- we welcome applications from diverse range of applicants in circumstances, and actively welcome flexible working requests.
Application Process
To apply, please send a CV (maximum 2 sides of A4) and cover letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) via the Charity Jobs website.
Application closing date: Friday 22 May 2026
There will be a 2-stage interview process with first interviews held online between 11 - 12 June 2026.
Second interviews will be held in-person in London.
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Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.
We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We’re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer.
Job Summary
This role forms a key part of a new Strategy & Insight Team at Bowel Cancer UK, which seeks to build core capabilities to enable us to be as effective as we can be for people affected by bowel cancer. The Audience Insight Specialist will be an internal leader, building our capability to understand our core audiences and the people we need to reach to achieve our strategic goals. You will support a cultural shift in how the charity takes an audience-led approach to planning, decision-making, and communications, as our CRM, data infrastructure, and Strategy & Insight functions continue to develop. Making best use of internal and external sources, you will distil data into meaningful insight, tailored to different audiences. You will support a consistent approach to audiences across the organisation, while flexing to meet the needs of different teams, ensuring that any understanding of audience is rooted in evidence.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.
We’re the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer.
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Shine supports a community of over 15,000 members living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus, including 5,000 children and young people (0–25).
You will be delivering high-quality support and creating opportunities for children and young people living with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus and their families/carers. Supporting Shine members to lead healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives by improving condition management and fostering connections within the Shine community.
This role will focus on children and young people (0–25), you will be primarily working within the Children, Young People and Families team. However, there will be occasions when you will work across age groups to ensure the best outcomes for our members.
The role is home-based but you will be required to attend regular clinics in London including GOSH (Great Ormond Street Hospital). Other travel across Southern England including Bristol, Devon and Hampshire may be required. There will be occasional travel required across wider areas and nationally including attendance at events, conferences and meetings at our head office in Peterborough.
Benefits:
Competitive salary: Review due April 2027
Regular working hours, and no shift work (some very occasional weekends or evenings)
3% pension contribution
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year
Additional annual leave awarded for ‘long service’
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Broadband allowance for home-based roles
Life insurance after 12 months’ employment
Access to our Employee Support Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
Support to learn and develop
How to apply
Shine is a Disability Confident employer and will offer guaranteed interviews if a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the job.
If you would like to discuss the role please email Gill Valentine, Deputy CEO, to arrange a convenient time for a call.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.
*Please note applications without a supporting statement will not be accepted*
We understand that you may wish to use AI tools to help you with some aspects of your application, but we do expect tailored applications which are personalised to your experiences and not generic applications which are completely AI generated. We encourage candidates to be transparent about AI usage in their applications.
Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews: Tuesday 26th May 2026 (Virtual)
Please note: we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date, therefore we encourage applications as soon as possible.
Please see full details on the Job Description and Person Specification document below and on our website.
Providing specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus



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A senior leadership opportunity to drive growth, build influence and secure the resources needed to tackle poverty and homelessness through access to safe, decent housing in the UK and around the world.
Location: Home-based with frequent travel to internal and external events, networking and other meetings in London and occasionally across the UK. Occasional international travel will also be required. All staff meetings are held in our ReStore, Romford.
About Habitat for Humanity Great Britain
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the global Habitat for Humanity Federation fighting global poverty and homelessness. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently break the cycle of poverty and allows families to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Habitat GB mobilises resources, partnerships, public engagement and advocacy to support high‑impact housing solutions in the UK and internationally, working closely with Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) and the wider Habitat network.
Job Purpose
The Director of Fundraising & Partnerships is accountable for leading the vision, strategy and performance of Habitat GB’s fundraising, partnerships, engagement and resource mobilisation activity.
This role combines senior‑level engagement and income generation leadership with organisational and strategic responsibility. The postholder will design and deliver ambitious, sustainable income and partnership strategies; strengthen Habitat GB’s profile and positioning; and lead a high‑performing, values‑led team.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Fundraising & Partnerships plays a key role in organisational leadership, transformation, and long‑term sustainability, working collaboratively across Habitat GB, the international Habitat network and with a wide range of external partners. This role has 4 direct reports, and an overall team of 10.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Strategic Fundraising, Partnerships & Engagement
Income Management, Forecasting & Performance
Senior Partnerships, Stewardship & External Profile
Leadership & Management of the Fundraising & Partnerships Team
Organisational & Executive Leadership
We are looking for someone with:
Flexibility:
Habitat GB is seeking to rapidly expand its activities and impact to fight poverty across the world. This requires adaptability and an ambitious, dynamic and flexible team. The post holder is expected to be flexible in terms of location (within reason), line management, and duties and responsibilities.
Application Process:
We want our recruitment process to give you an opportunity to shine, to share your skills and experience as clearly as possible, and for you to find out more about Habitat for Humanity GB in return.
To apply for the role please send us your CV and a supporting statement (max two sides of A4) telling us about the skills and experience you would bring to the role and your motivation for applying, using the link found on our website.
Deadline for applications is Monday 25th May 2026 (at 11:59 pm).
We plan for first stage interviews to take place w/b 1st June 2026. Interviews may be held online, or in person in London (please note that we do not reimburse any expenses incurred during interviews).
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network, tackling housing poverty around the world.
Dimensions, the UK's largest not-for-profit support provider for adults with learning disabilities and autistic people, is seeking a Campaigns Manager to lead bold, audience-focused campaigns that strengthen our voice, grow our influence, and help drive even better lives for the people we support.
The Campaigns Manager leads the development and delivery of impactful, evidence-led campaigns that raise awareness, influence policy and practice, and drive engagement with key audiences.
The role plays a vital part in improving the lives of people with learning disabilities and autism by shaping public attitudes and ensuring their voices are heard and represented authentically.
Working in co-production with people with lived experience, the post holder will ensure campaigns are inclusive, evidence-based, and aligned with Dimensions’ priorities and values, contributing to meaningful and lasting change.
As part of your application, we would like you to share your portfolio. You can include a link in the skills and experience section of the application or include the links in a covering letter.
Interviews will take place face to face in London.
We will require proof of qualification if you successfully secure this role.
About the role
Your main duties will include:
About you
The successful applicant will have:
The rewards
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Location: Remote (Based in England & Wales with occasional travel required)
Salary: £24,479 - £25,360 pro rata (£9,792 - £10,144 actual)
Hours of work: 14 hours per week
Contract type: Permanent
Why work for Kids Matter?
About us
Kids Matter is one of the UK’s fastest growing children’s charities.
Our vision is to see every child in need raised in a strong family. Our mission is to reduce the impact of poverty on children through community-based parenting programmes.
Research shows that group-based early intervention parenting groups are the most effective way to support children in need. We train peer facilitators in local churches - the largest voluntary body in the country - to run our affordable, accessible and highly effective parenting programmes, written by Clinical Psychologists. They come alongside parents and carers, building long-lasting community in addition to encouraging confidence and learning positive parenting skills.
We value difference and diversity, and we want our workplace to be built on shared values of equality and mutual trust, with team members representing the wide range of backgrounds and experiences that exist within the UK. We therefore actively encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, particularly those who are African, Afro-Caribbean, Asian or part of other minority ethnic communities, who have lived experience of the impact of low-income/low-support circumstances, and who are living with a disability or identify as being neurodivergent.
About the role
The Accounts Assistant role involves:
About you
Are you organised with good attention to detail? Do you have booking training or experience? Are you a Christian with an active faith in Jesus? Do you have a passion for Kids Matter’s vision of seeing every child in need raised in a strong family?
Then we would love to hear from you!
How to apply
You can apply for the Accounts Assistant position by clicking ‘Apply via Website’ and completing a copy of our online application form.
The deadline for applications is Monday 25th May at 4pm. All successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email.
We also ask for all applicants to submit an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, which will be sent to you to complete following the submission of your application. This form will be used for anonymous analysis to ensure our overall recruitment procedures are fair and transparent. It will never be viewed or used as part of the selection process. It is optional to submit this form.
If you would like any application/interview support or you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the application process, or if you would like an informal phone call to ask questions or discuss the role, please contact Katie Washington (HR & Systems Manager).
Please see the job pack for more details on the role and application process.
We exist to reduce the impact of poverty on children in need across the UK.


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Job Description:
We are seeking a Health and Science Information Manager to lead the development of highquality health information and research communications for people affected by polycystic kidney disease (PKD). This is an exciting opportunity to shape how individuals access, understand and engage with trusted information throughout their journey, from diagnosis and day-to-day management, to the latest scientific and clinical research developments. In this role, you will oversee our extensive portfolio of patient information resources, ensuring all content is accurate, accessible, evidence-based and aligned with the PIF TICK quality standard. You will identify opportunities to create new and engaging resources that meet the evolving needs of the PKD community, using innovative approaches to improve how information is delivered across multiple channels. A key part of the role will be translating complex scientific and medical research into clear, compelling and patient-friendly content. You will help increase awareness of clinical research opportunities, communicate emerging developments in PKD science, and support greater understanding of how research can shape future treatments and care. We are looking for someone with strong strategic thinking, excellent editorial judgement, and the ability to communicate complex health and scientific information with clarity and empathy. This role would suit someone passionate about improving lives through trusted health information while helping connect people to the future of PKD research.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Health information management and quality:
• Support the development and management of the PKD Charity’s health information portfolio across digital and print platforms
• Ensure all content meets PIF TICK standards, including robust processes for development, review, updating and governance
• Maintain oversight of the full information catalogue, ensuring content is accurate, consistent and aligned with current clinical guidance
• Work with clinicians, researchers, and people with lived experience to co-produce and review content Content development and user need
Content development and user need:
• Identify gaps in current provision and lead the development of new information resources
• Ensure content is clear, accessible, inclusive, and tailored to the needs of different audiences
• Use patient insight, feedback and data to continuously improve the quality and usability of information Innovation in information deliver.
Research and science communication:
• Explore new ways of delivering information beyond written formats (e.g. video, audio, webinars, digital tools)
• Improve how information is presented and accessed across the website and other platforms
• Stay up to date with best practice in health information and digital engagement Research and science communication
• Monitor developments in PKD research, treatments, and clinical trials
• Translate complex scientific and medical information into clear, engaging, and accurate content for non-specialist audiences
• Work with the Communications Manager and wider colleagues to plan integrated campaigns, awareness activity and audience engagement.
• Develop compelling stories, updates and features that bring research to life and show its relevance to people affected by PKD.
• Work with colleagues to increase awareness, understanding and interest in PKD research.
Building engagement with research:
• Help create a culture of interest and engagement in research across the PKD community
• Develop content that builds understanding of how research works and why it matters
• Support communication around studies and clinical trials to ensure patients feel informed.
Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to ensure consistency and alignment in messaging
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and external partners
• Involve patients and volunteers meaningfully in content development and review
Quality, monitoring and impact:
• Monitor the reach and effectiveness of health information and research communications
• Maintain accurate records of content review cycles and updates in line with PIF requirements
• Use insight and evaluation to continuously improve content and delivery
ABOUT YOU:
• Strong Content and Editorial Skills: You have experience producing high-quality written content, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to present complex topics clearly and accurately.
• Health or Science Communicator: You have experience working with health, medical or scientific information and can translate technical material into accessible language for public audiences.
• Collaborative Relationship Builder: You work well with others, build positive working relationships quickly, and enjoy partnering with colleagues across different functions to achieve shared goals.
• Confident Team Player: You are comfortable working closely with colleagues such as communications, fundraising, support and leadership teams, contributing ideas and supporting collective priorities.
• Strategic and Proactive: You can see the bigger picture, identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative to drive projects forward.
• Organised and Self-Motivated: You are comfortable managing your own workload, balancing priorities and delivering high-quality work in a remote setting.
• Values-Driven: You are motivated by improving lives, empowering patients with trusted information and supporting progress in PKD research.
HOW TO APPLY:
For information on how to apply, please read the job pack for further details.
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Great opportunity to lead and support our charity's team through the next phase of development to drive One Medicine forward.
Job Purpose
To lead the operational delivery of Humanimal Trust’s charitable aims and strategic objectives, as set by the Board of Trustees, ensuring that plans are translated into clear priorities, well-managed programmes and effective day-to-day operations. The postholder will line manage the operational team, oversee the finances and the fundraising activities, and maintain strong governance and compliance within Charity Commission requirements, at all times representing the Trust’s One Medicine purpose with professionalism and integrity.
Dimensions
· Line management responsibility for the operational team
· Budget responsibility: manage agreed operational budgets and monitor expenditure against plan
· Oversee delivery of the annual business plan and operational work programme
· Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, supporters, partners and suppliers
· Oversee the fundraising activities
Main Responsibilities and Role
· Provide visible operational leadership for Humanimal Trust, championing One Medicine and role-modelling the Trust’s values
· Translate Board-approved strategy into clear operational priorities, delivery plans and measurable outcomes
· Line-manage the operational team: allocate work, set objectives, provide coaching, and manage performance and wellbeing
· Maintain and improve operational policies, procedures and controls in line with charity regulation, GDPR/data protection and recognised good practice
· Ensure effective delivery of core operational functions (administration, supporter care, governance support, data management and supplier coordination)
· Protect the Trust’s reputation by maintaining high standards of quality, confidentiality, safeguarding and risk management
· Monitor progress against the operational plan, tracking risks, issues and dependencies and reporting regularly to the Chair/Trustees
· Lead on team resourcing and capability: recruitment planning (where applicable), induction, training and continuous improvement
· Work closely with the Chair and Trustees to support good governance, prepare papers, and ensure actions and decisions are implemented
· Attend and present at Board meetings
Finance
· Manage day-to-day financial processes for the Trust, ensuring appropriate approvals, controls and timely processing
· Oversee expense claims and supplier payments in line with policy; ensure accurate records are maintained for audit and reporting
· Track and report on income/expenditure and operational costs, highlighting variances and supporting budget planning with Trustees and finance support (where in place)
· Maintain a clear audit trail for key financial decisions, contracts and delegated approvals
Planning and Organising
· Develop and implement operational plans that translate Trustee priorities into clear workstreams, milestones and accountabilities
· Plan, organise and prioritise team workload and resources to deliver objectives, balancing immediate operational needs with longer-term planning
· Maintain and review the organisational risk register, escalating issues and ensuring proportionate mitigations are in place
· Maintain and review the Trust’s policies and guidance documents
· Monitor and report delivery, performance and compliance (e.g., quarterly/annually as agreed), supporting effective governance and continuous improvement
Decision Making
· Make operational decisions to deliver the Trust’s agreed plans within delegated authority, escalating strategic or high-risk matters to the Chair/Trustees
· Lead and line-manage the operational team, including recruitment planning (where applicable), workload allocation and resource deployment
· Liaise with external partners, supporters, volunteers, suppliers and professional advisers to support delivery and maintain effective relationships
· Liaise with the Chair of Trustees and the Trustees on a regular basis.
· Evaluate and improve processes, systems and ways of working to enhance quality, efficiency, supporter experience and internal control
· Identify learning and development needs for the team and support continuous improvement and professional development
· Manage operational capacity and prioritisation, ensuring resources are aligned to the Trust’s delivery commitments
· Approve expenditure, contracts and commitments within delegated authority and in line with policy
Internal and External Relationships
Internal
· Chair of Trustees and Board of Trustees (including sub-committees), providing timely updates, papers and delivery reporting
· Operational team and volunteers, providing leadership, coordination and support
External
Supporters, donors, partner organisations, volunteers, suppliers and professional advisers (e.g., finance, HR, legal), acting as an operational point of contact as required
Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Style Required
Essential
· Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), with strong digital/IT capability (MS Office and CRM/databases) and a clear understanding of GDPR/data protection.
· Proven experience in an operational leadership/management role, delivering organisational plans, improving processes and achieving measurable outcomes.
· Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively with Trustees, colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders.
· Strong people management skills, supporting staff through change, setting clear expectations and creating an inclusive, high-performing team culture.
· Demonstrable experience working in or with a charity/not-for-profit, with a good understanding of governance, compliance and supporter-facing operations (experience in human health, animal health or science an advantage).
· Strong judgement and analytical skills, able to manage competing priorities, budgets and risks and to deliver reliably in a small-organisation environment.
Desirable
· Understanding of the UK charity regulatory environment and good governance practice.
· Experience working with Boards/Trustees, including preparing papers, reporting on delivery and supporting effective decision-making.
· Knowledge and experience of fundraising operations and supporter care.
· Demonstrable understanding of, and commitment to, One Medicine.
Job Context and Special Features
This role is a key senior management position within Humanimal Trust, with responsibility for ensuring that strategy is translated into effective delivery, that the operational team is supported to perform at its best, and that the Trust operates with strong governance, compliance and financial control.
This is a one-year fixed term appointment for a 28-hour (3.5 day) working week, starting at the earliest opportunity. The role is home-based in the UK, with occasional travel to other locations in the country.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.