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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.
Please Note: We currently review application only through Charity Jobs ATS. Please apply through Charity jobs as we will not be accepting offline applications.
Please Note: We currently review application only through Charity Jobs ATS. Please apply through Charity jobs as we will not be accepting offline applications.
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.

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About Us
Bridges Outcomes Partnerships (BOP) is a not-for-profit social enterprise that works alongside Government, community groups and specialist Delivery partners to design and deliver vital services that support people to improve their lives, in areas ranging from housing and employment to education and health & wellbeing.
The role of BOP spans project development (working with Government and others to design and launch the service), project management (coordinating the delivery phase, managing performance, and liaising with the various stakeholders) and project finance (funding the project until it starts to earn outcomes payments). Our own funding comes from a group of pioneering social investors, including The Office for Civil Society, Big Society Capital, Pilotlight, Trust for London, who, like us, are motivated by improving lives and changing the system for the better.
GMBOP is a subsidiary of Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, a not-for-profit social enterprise established to develop and deliver outcomes-based contracts in partnership with public sector commissioners and impact-driven delivery organisations.
About GMBOP
Greater Manchester Better Outcomes Partnership (GMBOP) is a place-based partnership supporting people across Greater Manchester who are experiencing, or at risk of, housing insecurity and homelessness.
We bring together voluntary, community and public sector organisations to deliver joined-up, holistic and preventative support. Through our central hub and delivery partners, we ensure people can access the right support at the right time, without having to repeat their story.
Our work is grounded in a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach. We focus on people’s assets, aspirations and choices — not just the challenges they face. We are committed to working collaboratively, promoting dignity, and improving long-term outcomes for individuals and communities.
We believe that people with lived experience and people who reflect the communities we serve bring essential insight, skills and leadership. We actively welcome applications from individuals with these experiences and from groups currently under-represented in the housing and homelessness workforce.
The Operational Lead plays a key role in ensuring the programme runs smoothly and delivers high-quality support for participants.
You will work closely with delivery partners to strengthen referral pathways, support effective programme delivery, and ensure learning and insights help the programme continually improve. You will also support the Programme Director in monitoring performance and achieving programme outcomes.
This is a collaborative role that involves building strong partnerships, using data and insight to inform decisions, and ensuring participants’ voices help shape how services are delivered.
Key Responsibilities
1. Referral, Engagement & Onboarding
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Oversee referral processes across delivery partners to ensure they are accessible, responsive and effective.
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Build and maintain positive relationships with referring agencies and stakeholders.
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Monitor referral pathways, identify challenges and work with partners to improve engagement and flow.
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Identify opportunities to widen referral routes and strengthen links with community organisations.
2. Operational Management & Service Improvement
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Provide operational guidance and support to delivery partners.
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Identify barriers to delivery and work collaboratively to develop practical solutions.
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Support a culture of continuous learning by sharing insights, good practice and emerging opportunities.
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Help embed co-production, ensuring participants’ voices and experiences shape programme design and delivery.
3. Stakeholder & Relationship Management
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Build strong working relationships with local authorities, delivery partners and community organisations.
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Represent the programme in external meetings, networks and partnership forums.
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Encourage collaboration across partners and promote shared learning and innovation.
4. Data, Impact Management & Reporting
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Support delivery teams to use case management and data systems effectively.
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Analyse and interpret programme data to monitor performance and inform decision-making.
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Work collaboratively with the programme analyst to develop clear and meaningful reporting for internal and external stakeholders, including commissioners and governance groups, helping to identify trends, insights and opportunities that strengthen service delivery and outcomes.
5. Quality Assurance & Compliance
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Support quality assurance processes such as case audits, observations and learning reviews.
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Promote high standards of data integrity and ensure data protection requirements are met.
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Work with delivery partners and commissioners to ensure outcomes are accurately recorded and evidenced.
6. External Relations & Community Asset Development
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Support the development of strong local networks and service pathways.
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Identify community assets and resources that can strengthen support for participants.
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Coordinate training, learning opportunities and shared development across delivery partners where needed.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
We recognise that relevant skills and knowledge can come from many different routes, including employment, volunteering, community activity, education or lived experience.
We actively welcome applications from people whose backgrounds reflect the communities we work with.
Essential
We are particularly interested in people who can demonstrate:
• Commitment to person-centred, strengths-based and inclusive approaches
• Knowledge or understanding of housing insecurity, homelessness prevention, or the barriers people can face in accessing stable housing (this may come from professional experience, community involvement, or lived experience)
• Ability to build positive and collaborative relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly in writing and verbally
• Confidence working with information or data to monitor progress, identify trends and support improvement
• Ability to organise and prioritise work, managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• A proactive and solution-focused mindset, with the ability to identify challenges and work with others to find practical solutions
• Experience contributing to the delivery or coordination of services, programmes or projects (this could come from a range of sectors including community, social impact, housing, youth, education or wellbeing)
Desirable
It would be helpful, but not essential, if you also have:
• Experience supporting partnership working across multiple organisations
• Experience using case management or data systems
• Experience of quality assurance, programme performance monitoring, or service improvement
• Coaching, mentoring or facilitation skills
• Ability to travel within the programme geography if required (We are happy to discuss flexible ways this requirement can be met.)
If you feel you could bring valuable skills, insight or lived experience to this role but are unsure whether you meet every part of the criteria, we would still encourage you to apply.
Safeguarding Commitment: As part of Bridges, you will help create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for everyone we interact with. We believe safeguarding is a shared responsibility, where all colleagues play an active role in promoting wellbeing, identifying safeguarding concerns, and working together to ensure these are addressed promptly and respectfully. This includes maintaining professional boundaries, reporting concerns promptly in line with organisational policies, and completing all required safeguarding training. All colleagues must remain vigilant, model safe practices, and contribute to a culture where people are valued, listened to and where safety, dignity, and wellbeing are prioritised at all times.
Data Protection Commitment
As part of Bridges, you will play an important role in protecting the privacy, rights, and personal information of the people we support, our colleagues, and our partners. We expect all team members to handle data with care, respect, and confidentiality, following our organisational policies and the requirements of data protection legislation. This includes using information appropriately, storing and sharing it securely, and reporting any concerns or breaches promptly. You will be supported with training and guidance to help you contribute to a culture where trust, transparency, and responsible data practices are embedded in our services and decision making.
What we will offer you
• We are a flexible employer and we will support you to ensure you achieve a healthy work life balance.
• You will be joining an incredibly dedicated, vibrant, dynamic and talented team of people who are deeply passionate about services which improve people’s lives and public sector reform.
• You will get 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 days for bank holidays plus a birthday leave day and 2 additional ‘gifted’ day/s between Christmas and New Year
• We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• We offer 4 x Life Insurance, Income Protection Insurance and wellbeing benefits & resources
• We also offer Private Medical Insurance on successful completion of your probation period
• You will be able to access Learning and development opportunities
Application process/next steps
Please click on the link that will direct you to Applied where all our applications will be managed. You’ll answer some questions that are related to the day-to-day job and will be asked to upload your CV. Your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers.
NB We value authenticity are looking for applications that genuinely reflect your own experience, skills, and motivation for the role. While we recognise that some candidates may use AI tools for light support (for example, to check grammar or structure), we ask that all answers and application content are predominantly your own work. This helps ensure a fair and meaningful assessment of every application.
If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to the next step, which will be first and second round interviews with the hiring team. First round interviews are anticipated to take place w/c 20th April.
Bridges Outcomes Partnerships is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process for candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please note, for this particular role candidates will require Right to Work in the UK.
We're a not-for-profit social enterprise. We work with partners to create people-powered partnerships that get better outcomes for people & the planet



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As our new HR Officer, you’ll join a dedicated, ambitious and friendly team soon to be five strong. We may be small, but our aspirations are anything but and we challenge ourselves to deliver excellence in everything we do.
In this role, you’ll work closely with managers across the organisation, building trusted relationships and helping us manage our most important asset: our people. You’ll take on a broad portfolio from employee relations and policy development to payroll, recruitment support, and organisational development projects. And importantly, you’ll have real scope to innovate, influence improvements and challenge the status quo.
The RCR is a unique organisation: part membership body, part charity, and deeply connected to our community of members doctors across the UK who volunteer their time as Contributors. We’ve grown rapidly over the past five years, and with bold plans ahead, there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.
What you’ll be doing:
Operational HR Delivery
- Providing professional advice on HR policies, performance, grievance and disciplinary matters
- Keeping our HR systems and employee records accurate and up to date
- Designing and delivering key HR processes, including objective setting, pay letters and contract changes
- Managing the monthly payroll process accurately and confidently
- Supporting diversity & inclusion, wellbeing, learning and development initiatives
Partnering & Employee Relations
- Coaching and supporting managers across the business
- Supporting employee relations cases professionally and sensitively
- Building trusted relationships with teams to stay close to people priorities
Projects & Reporting
- Producing HR metrics and reports to help shape decision making
- Managing elements of our culture, change and organisational development projects
- Coordinating staff surveys and our Manager 360 Feedback programme
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Supporting the full recruitment cycle — adverts, screening, interviews and offers
- Ensuring new starters receive a warm, well-planned induction
What you’ll need:
- A confident HR practitioner with Level 3 CIPD (or equivalent experience)
- Skilled at advising managers and building strong professional relationships
- Analytical, detail-focused and comfortable working with both qualitative and quantitative data
- Ability to balance competing priorities and use your initiative
- A collaborative team player who takes pride in doing things well
- Passionate about great employee experience and committed to confidentiality, equality and continuous learning
With around 140 talented staff and an ever-evolving organisational landscape, we’re passionate about creating an exceptional place to work. Everything we do supports a clear purpose we’re proud of: to improve imaging and cancer care for all.
Why join us
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
Are you a skilled relationship-builder with corporate fundraising experience? Do you love spending time in the outdoors and want to help young people from Somerset? Join the Youth Adventure Trust's small but mighty team and use your skills to help transform the lives of vulnerable young people.
The Role
Having launched our Youth Adventure Programmes in Somerset in 2024, we are now looking for somebody who wants to take the next step in their fundraising career to build on the foundations of the last two years and significantly increase our presence in the county.
As our Regional Corporate Fundraiser, you'll be the driving force behind our local business partnerships, working with both large companies operating in the region and smaller local businesses looking to support their communities.
Your role will encompass:
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Relationship building: Identifying and securing new corporate partnerships while providing high-quality stewardship to our existing Somerset-based supporters.
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Community Engagement: Championing our work in Somerset by giving engaging talks to community groups and networking with local businesses.
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Event delivery: Playing a key role in delivering local fundraising challenge events, the bi-annual Somerset Adventure Dinner and developing new opportunities to unite the Somerset business community behind our mission.
You'll work closely with the Corporate Partnership Manager and the Director of Fundraising and Communications to ensure each proposal is bespoke and every corporate partner understands the impact of their support on local young people. You must live in Somerset, have a good local awareness and be willing to travel around the county and beyond to nurture long-lasting, strategic relationships.
About You
We are looking for a people-person, who is self-motivated and highly organised. You are as comfortable in the board room engaging business leaders as you are standing on a mountain side in your waterproofs! You will be:
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Experienced: A proven track record in building successful corporate partnerships and achieving income targets;
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A relationship fundraiser: building long-lasting meaningful relationships should be at the heart of every single corporate partnership;
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An inspiring communicator: You will be telling our story in a variety of different ways to inspire support and grow our networks;
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Self-motivated: You are comfortable working from home but eager to be ‘out and about’ in the business community;
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Pro-active and creative: No corporate partnership is the same, so you will be proactive in understanding a corporate partner’s motivation and coming up with creative ideas to build successful relationships;
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Local: You must live in or near Somerset to maximise local networking opportunities, attend regular in-person meetings and events and confidently talk about local issues facing both businesses and the young people we support through our programmes;
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Outdoorsy: A genuine love for the outdoors, comfortable in wellies and waterproofs with an understanding of 'the power of the outdoors'.
The Charity
At the Youth Adventure Trust, we use outdoor adventure to empower vulnerable young people from Swindon, Wiltshire and Somerset to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future. We work with them to build resilience, develop confidence and learn skills that will last a lifetime, helping them to face the challenges in their lives. Dedicated support, guidance and mentoring from our staff and volunteers ensures young people receive the maximum benefit from our long-term intervention. Our aim is to make a lasting improvement to the lives of vulnerable young people. All our services are provided completely free of charge to the young people who are nominated by schools and other youth organisations to take part.
We’re proud to offer our programmes completely free of charge to participants which means the fundraising team is crucial. With ambitious plans to help more young people from Somerset over the coming years, our Regional Corporate Fundraiser role is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference for local young people. Whilst you will have the flexibility of a 21-hours-per-week role, this could increase as more corporate partnerships are secured. You’ll be part of a small fundraising team with a big heart, with plenty of opportunities to visit our programmes and see the tangible impact of your work.
Safer Recruitment
The Youth Adventure Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
We use outdoor adventure and one-to-one support to empower young people to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: Up to £42,440 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time
Duration: Permanent
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working (approximately 30% on-site)
Can you guide leaders through complex people challenges while strengthening HR compliance across a global organisation?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.
As UK-Med continues to grow and expand its global humanitarian response, we are strengthening our people practices to ensure they remain fair, consistent, and compliant across the countries where we operate. In this context, the Employee Relations & HR Compliance Manager will play a pivotal role in driving high standards of HR practice across the organisation.
Job Role
You will lead on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance cases, performance concerns, and organisational change processes. Acting as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders, you will ensure that people decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with UK employment law and international HR standards.
Alongside employee relations leadership, you will oversee HR compliance and governance processes, ensuring that employment practices, documentation, and HR record management meet legal, audit, donor, and organisational requirements across multiple countries. You will work closely with senior HR colleagues to maintain compliant policies, support safeguarding investigations where required, and strengthen HR systems and processes that support a growing international workforce.
This role will collaborate closely with the Director of People, Heads of HR, recruitment and payroll teams, providing expert advice and coaching to managers while promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, and respect.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives on solving complex people challenges, strengthening organisational governance, and supporting leaders in a fast-paced humanitarian environment. Your work will play a key role in ensuring UK-Med continues to operate as a fair, compliant, and people-centred organisation as we deliver life-saving healthcare to communities affected by crises.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is an ambitious and expanding organisation, and this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the organisation’s employee relations and compliance practices as we continue to grow
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – ER & HR Compliance Manager - March2026 before applying.
To apply, please complete the questions and submit your CV through our Online Jobs Portal as soon as possible.
Applications must be submitted no later than 30th March, 2026.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/03/2030
Location: Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle (frequent travel to our London office is expected)
1st stage interviews: 30/03 over MS Teams
2nd stage assessment: 09/04 in our London Centre
Funded: This role is fully funded by the Department of Health and Social Care
Join The King’s Trust as our Senior Head of Delivery for Health and Social Care and lead a national portfolio that opens meaningful career pathways for young people. This role shapes programmes that help young people build confidence, develop skills and move into sustainable employment within one of the UK’s most vital sectors. You will guide strategic direction, strengthen our offer and ensure our work remains aligned to real workforce needs across Health and Social Care.
You will build strong partnerships with NHS organisations and employers, drive high quality delivery across multiple sites and lead a skilled team committed to creating impact at scale. Your leadership will support ambitious planning, effective performance management and clear financial stewardship. Your ability to use insight and data will help us continue to grow accessible, inclusive and innovative programmes that meet the needs of young people and industry partners.
We are looking for someone who brings credibility, collaboration and confidence in complex systems. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, passionate about equity and excited by the chance to influence national outcomes for young people, this is a rare opportunity to make a measurable difference.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Senior Head of Delivery - Health & Social Care?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Senior Head of Delivery - Health & Social Care!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Starting Salary: £31,312 - £33,815 (including London weighting)
Location: Romero House, London
Hybrid working with a minimum of 40% of your time in the London head Office
Job Profile
We are looking for an Advocacy Assistant who is keen to contribute to the work of CAFOD’s advocacy work, especially our work in Parliament. You will work closely with the policy and campaigns teams in contributing to bringing about long-term change for the poorest and most marginalised. The post will be responsible for monitoring key issues in Parliament and supporting work with the CAFOD All-Party Parliamentary Group. It provides direct support to the Director of Advocacy and Communications and ensures our advocacy and development education grants programme is well administered. You will be interested in advocacy work and have had some experience in campaigns, policy or parliamentary work, maybe gained in a voluntary capacity. You’ll be very well organised, with an eye for detail and completing tasks on time.
Key Responsibilities
Providing focused and valuable administrative support
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Developing and amending online and offline systems for teams or the Group
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Support the teams on events, activities and projects
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Supporting and Coordinating Supporter mailings
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Collate relevant annual reporting information including the ECOSOC reporting.
Parliamentary Monitoring
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To track Parliamentary activity, statements, questions and circulate these to relevant stakeholders within CAFOD
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To support organising Parliamentary events and APPG meetings
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To work with other NGO’s and coalitions on Parliamentary activity
Grant Processing
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To administer the advocacy and development education grants liaising with prospective and successful grantees as appropriate.
Communications Support
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Act as a first point of contact for any external enquiries, passing on requests to others as appropriate, and ensuring that the Supporter Relations Team have up to date information
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Supporting the campaigns and policy team’s communications, mainly internal, and where appropriate, through CAFOD’s external website, social media tools
Financial Support
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Monitoring expenditures and budgets
Person Specification
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Understanding CAFOD: I understand, demonstrate and actively support CAFOD’s vision, mission and values and what we aim to achieve
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Managing ourselves: I recognise what needs to be done and take action to deal with it
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Working with others: I help others in the team and across CAFOD to achieve their goals
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Communicating: I actively listen to others; I keep colleagues informed of developments that may affect them
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Managing resources: I am clear about available resources and how they can be best used. I am careful in the use of resources, including other people’s time
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Achieving results: I have a clear sense of priorities. I keep focused on the work to be done.
Job-specific Competencies
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Experience in administration and budgets in an office environment with good knowledge of IT systems
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Good communication skills, written and verbal.
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Understanding of the UK Parliament is helpful but not essential.
CAFOD is a welcoming and supportive place to work and is committed to a safe and inclusive working culture where all are respected. CAFOD will make reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process to ensure candidates with disabilities or individual needs are fully supported.
Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults
CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.
Come and join us and help make a real difference in the lives of the world’s poorest communities.
CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
CAFOD is the official Catholic aid agency for England and Wales tackling poverty and injustice across the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Company Overview
International Communities Organisation (ICO) is a London-based NGO that works with communities, governments, and international partners to address the root causes of exclusion that often drive conflict and instability. Through programmes focused on dialogue, capacity building, inclusive governance, economic revitalisation and utilising United Nations mechanisms, ICO seeks to find tangible ways to drive the inclusion of minority communities in political, social, and economic decision-making while supporting governments to develop more inclusive and responsive systems.
ICO helps build trust between communities and governments, strengthen participation and accountability, and create the conditions for durable and inclusive peace.
Position Overview
The Project Coordinator will play a central operational role within the International Communities’ Organisation (ICO), ensuring that programmes across multiple country programmes are delivered effectively, on time, and within budget.
The role focuses on coordination, implementation oversight, reporting, and organisational support across ICO’s programmes in Cyprus, Kosovo, the Middle East, and Cameroon. Working closely with programme leads, the Project Coordinator will ensure that work plans are implemented as agreed, milestones and deliverables are tracked, and internal reporting and communications are maintained.
This role combines project management, operational coordination, communications support, and administrative oversight, ensuring that programme heads can focus on strategic delivery while the coordinator manages cross-programme organisation and follow-through.
Key Responsibilities
A. Project Coordination and Implementation Oversight 50%
Monitor implementation of programme workplans across ICO programmes.
Track milestones, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
Ensure tasks are completed in line with agreed work programmes.
Identify implementation risks or delays and flag them early.
Coordinate across programme teams to ensure alignment and delivery.
Maintain and update: programme workplans, implementation timelines and budget tracking documents
Support programme leads in ensuring activities move from planning to delivery.
B. Reporting and Internal Coordination 30%
Prepare weekly internal updates for senior leadership.
Produce quarterly reports for the Board summarising programme progress.
Contribute to the annual report and other institutional reporting outputs.
Compile information from programme leads into structured reporting formats.
Maintain clear records of: programme outputs, deliverables achieved, key outcomes and indicators
C. Communications Support (Interim) 20%
Until a dedicated communications role is created, the Project Coordinator will support basic organisational communications, including:
- Maintaining ICO’s LinkedIn and communications
- Updating the website news section weekly
- Identifying events, conferences, or forums relevant to ICO’s work
- Supporting the coordination of press releases and media articles
- Liaising with external communications partners to supporting the coordination of press releases and media articles (e.g., Whitehouse Communications)
Qualifications & Skills
Required
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, including project planning and record-keeping of budgets and work plans.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and community representatives
- Proficiency in time management and multitasking to handle multiple projects promptly
- Experience in coordinating and managing projects/ programmes
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
- Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to humanitarian values
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Background in human rights, international relations, sustainable development and peace and security
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant work experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of conflict resolution or mediation practices is advantageous
- Familiarity with communications or social media management
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised and proactive
- Able to work independently with limited supervision
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable working across multiple programmes and geographies
- Resilient and solutions-oriented
- Adaptable and able to work in a small, fast-moving organisation
Reporting Structure
The Project Coordinator will report directly to the ICO director and work closely with programme heads responsible for regional portfolios.
Interview Process
The recruitment process will take place in three stages designed to assess both the candidate’s professional capabilities and their suitability for working within a small, international organisation.
Stage 1 Remote Interview
The first stage will be a remote introductory interview. This conversation will focus on understanding the candidate’s background and overall suitability for the role. We will discuss previous experience supporting programmes or projects, coordinating with teams or stakeholders, and managing reporting or administrative processes. The discussion will also explore the candidate’s interest in governance, development, or international policy work, as well as their working style and overall fit with ICO’s team and values.
Stage 2 In-Person Interview
Candidates who progress to the second stage will be invited to an in-person interview. This stage will include a more in-depth discussion of the role. This will include further behavioural, situational and competency-based questions. This stage also allows candidates to ask questions and learn more about the team and how we work. Please note this stage may involve a short practical exercise to understand how candidates approach tasks similar to those they would encounter in the position.
Stage 3 Final In-Person Discussion
The final stage will be a conversation with senior members of the organisation. This discussion will focus on the candidate’s overall fit with the team and organisational culture, as well as how they would operate within a small team supporting international programmes. It will also provide an opportunity to address any remaining questions or clarifications from either side. The purpose of this stage is to ensure that the role aligns well with the candidate’s expectations and that both the candidate and the organisation feel confident about moving forward together
To apply for this position, please submit the following:
- Your CV
- A short cover letter (1 page maximum) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage candidates to apply early. The position will remain open until 2 April, after which applications will close.
We are ideally looking for someone who can start the role as soon as possible, but we are also happy to consider candidates who have a notice period to complete before joining.
Please submit:
Your CV
A short cover letter (1 page maximum) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience
ICO fosters sustainable peace by elevating community voices, addressing inequality, and engaging political actors to mediate and drive dialogue.
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



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chief Executive
We are now seeking an exceptional new leader to guide City Year UK into its next phase.
Position: Chief Executive
Location: London, with regular travel to Birmingham, Manchester and other UK locations as required
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £80-90k dependent on experience
Duration: Permanent
Closing Date: 10.00am on Monday 23th March 2026.
Interviews: March 2026.
Who we are
For over 15 years, City Year UK has stood alongside children and young people across the UK, helping them to discover their potential and believe in what they can achieve. As a leading youth and education charity, we inspire and empower young people to dedicate a year of service, volunteering with us to support children in schools, reduce youth unemployment, and strengthen communities.
Our City Year mentors work in schools serving children who are often furthest from opportunity. They provide consistent and caring support that helps pupils feel valued, motivated, and capable of success. By building trusted relationships, boosting confidence, and encouraging a love of learning, our mentors make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of the children they serve.
The Role
We are now seeking an exceptional new leader to guide City Year UK into its next phase. This is an important moment for the organisation and an opportunity to shape the future of a movement that is changing lives. Building on strong foundations, the next Chief Executive will lead the organisation as we strengthen and expand our programmes, deepen our impact, and play a leading role in the development of a UK Year of Service that supports children and young people across the country.
This is a pivotal moment for the organisation. With the full support of the Board, the next Chief Executive will lead City Year UK into a focused next phase, securing financial resilience, strengthening delivery, and ensuring sustainable long term impact.
Main responsibilities include:
- Fundraising and Development
- Strategy and Leadership
- Governance
- External Engagement
- Programme Delivery
- Finance and People
About You
We are looking for an inspiring leader who is passionate about unlocking the potential of young people, championing educational equality, and driving lasting change. You’ll bring a strong track record of strategic leadership and fundraising in the charity sector, along with the vision and energy to lead City Year UK into an ambitious new chapter. Skilled at building powerful partnerships, navigating complex stakeholder environments, and championing an inclusive, purpose-driven culture, you’ll also be a dynamic fundraiser, ready to support the growth and diversification of our income so we can expand our impact even further.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- A proven track record of senior leadership and management at a Chief Executive or Director level, likely in the charity or mission-driven sector
- Experience leading a complex organisation, with strong financial oversight, including managing a budget of comparable scale
- Demonstrated success in securing £1.5m+ a year of funding aligned with programme delivery; strong understanding of the connection between mission and sustainability
- Excellent leadership, management and team-building skills with a collaborative working style
- Strong political and organisational awareness, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholder environments
- Exceptional relationship-building skills and experience working with senior stakeholders across sectors
- Outstanding communication skills—written, verbal, listening, and presenting
Please apply by uploading your CV and a supporting statement responding to the two questions set out in the Recruitment Pack. Your statement should clearly demonstrate your relevant experience, leadership capability and track record in relation to this role. Due to the high volume of CVs received, we can only respond back to the successful candidates.
Employee Benefits
- Annual leave: 25 days per annum, rising to 28 days, plus 3 Christmas Grace days
- A matched pension scheme with 4% standard employer contributions and matched up to 5%.
- An organisational culture that values its employees and places particular emphasis on fairness and transparency.
- Sector-leading training, with qualifications up to master's degree level funded under the apprenticeship levy.
- 2 Volunteering days per year - pursue a project you’re passionate about
- 2 Wellbeing days per year
- A comprehensive wellbeing service designed to support the overall wellness of employees
- Interest-free travel season ticket loans, bike loans under the “Cycle to Work Scheme” and loans to assist employees with welfare or financial hardship
- Enhanced sick pay for up to 6 weeks
Other areas of experience may include CEO, COO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive, Director, Managing Director, HR, Finance, Operations.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 18 months from start date
1st stage interviews: 31st March and 1st April
2nd stage interviews: TBC
As the Lead for Mental Health and Access, you will guide an organisation that is committed to ending youth employment by supporting thousands of young people across the UK to break down barriers and thrive. This is your chance to drive transformation, inform national practice and build partnerships.
Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, you will bring specialist insight and a confident, practice-based approach to designing and implementing frameworks, training and tools that strengthen our mental health response. You’ll be creating national principles for our delivery partners, advising on national partnerships and helping us build an inclusive journey for every young person who accesses our programmes. Your work will influence design, safeguarding, learning and operations across the country.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong clinical or operational expertise with strategic vision and a collaborative style to implement and deliver on this new and exciting programme of work. If you thrive on leading meaningful change, shaping national initiatives and championing equity of access for young people, we would love you to join us in our most ambitious period of transformation in our organisation's history.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and a Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Mental Health & Access Lead?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of the Mental Health & Access Lead!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Fixed Term, 12 months
Location: Bristol - office based and will also require some travel to visit Delivery Partners across the geography.
Interviews: Wednesday 22nd April 2026
Are you ready to join The King's Trust and step into a vibrant role where you'll build meaningful connections and nurture relationships with our extraordinary external delivery partners and volunteers, all in the pursuit of connecting with the young hearts and minds we're devoted to supporting? If the answer is yes, read on!
Take the lead in welcoming, training, and expertly managing a group of delivery partners and volunteers. Your mission will be to ensure that our young people have an exceptional experience and achieve those positive outcomes that change lives. You will also be kept engaged as you’ll be required to travel within your local area to support the delivery of programmes as well as programme visits.
Assist and support our delivery partners and volunteers in bringing The Trust's programmes to life. They'll rely on you for access to training, resources, qualifications, and guidance in adhering to our top-notch quality standards. You’ll also be our compliance hero, ensuring that our delivery partners and volunteers are up to speed with all the necessary policies that keep things running smoothly. You'll be our go-to person, ready to tackle any minor concerns or issues that come our way.
Your knack for precision will shine through as you meticulously record information and data on young people, volunteers, or partners. It's all about ensuring that each step of their journey is accurately documented in our systems and aligns perfectly with the requirements of our funding contracts and is at the forefront of championing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. Your sheer enthusiasm and commitment will ignite some transformative action, sparking real change as we put those local plans into play and excel in achieving our EDI goals!
Do you have the creativity to facilitate best practice sharing, energise networking sessions, and throw sensational end-of-programme parties? Are you ready to step up and lead sessions with young people when the moment calls? Having a background in education or an understanding of the education system could be an advantage when joining some of our teams, it's like having an ace up your sleeve, whether you're familiar with the intricacies of the school year or you've walked in the shoes of a teacher.
If you are a strong communicator with sharp problem-solving skills and can transform ordinary moments into unforgettable events, you could be just the person we are looking for.
Expect the unexpected and embrace it. Come and be a part of our mission!
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Youth Development Leads?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home.
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This role sits at the heart of Operation Smile UK’s five-year strategy to deliver transformational growth across all income streams. As Senior Lead - Acquisition and Digital Fundraising, you will be instrumental in delivering on three of our four core strategic priorities:
- Build Regular Giving – laying the foundation for higher long-term value and stronger ROI across acquisition channels.
- Drive All Donors to Legacy – recruiting quality donors who have the potential value to feed into legacy and long-term giving goals.
- Maximise Growth Through Digital Fundraising Integration – leading the expansion and optimisation of digital acquisition within a cohesive fundraising strategy
The Senior Lead - Acquisition & Digital Fundraising role is responsible for delivering Operation Smile UK’s strategic individual giving acquisition programme. This role is key to driving income growth and expanding our supporter base across multiple channels, including digital, DRTV, dialogue fundraising and print.
You will lead the strategy, planning, delivery and evaluation of acquisition campaigns, including the onboarding process, with full accountability for managing significant budgets, agency partnerships and performance metrics. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to an experienced acquisition fundraiser with strong commercial acumen and a data-driven mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Campaign Leadership
- Develop and implement the multi-channel acquisition strategy, aligned with income targets and supporter growth objectives.
- Lead on the planning and delivery of campaigns across direct dialogue, digital, DRTV, and print channels.
- Lead on the planning and delivery of the onboarding process for all new recruits.
- Monitor and report on campaign performance, providing insight-driven recommendations to optimise results.
- Drive testing and innovation to expand existing channels and introduce new ones within acceptable risk and return parameters.
Budget Ownership & Performance Monitoring
- Take full responsibility for acquisition budget management, income forecasting and cost control.
- Set, monitor, and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), reporting against ROI, CPA, and long-term value across all acquisition channels.
- Collaborate with the Senior Database Manager and the Director of Data and Technology to develop and maintain performance dashboards (e.g., Power BI) and support strategic data analysis, including both short-term and long-term channel performance evaluation.
Agency & Partner Management
- Manage day-to-day relationships with external fundraising and creative partners.
- Lead briefings, content sourcing, agent training, stakeholder approvals, and quality assurance processes.
- Negotiate contracts and hold suppliers accountable for delivery and performance.
Cross-Team and Market Integration
- Represent the acquisition programme in cross-functional planning meetings and contribute to a unified team culture focused on strategic delivery.
- Deliver and optimise the onboarding and conversion programme for new donors.
- Develop CRO strategies and implement with support from the Communications team, whilst supporting the enhancement of web development
- Ensure consistent campaign integration across touchpoints and maximise thematic/creative cohesion, working in collaboration with the Senior Communications Manager to lead and develop the creative and content strategy for acquisition.
- Act as a key liaison with colleagues across Operation Smile global markets, sharing insights and exploring opportunities to align strategy, co-develop creative, or pilot cross-market initiatives.
Compliance, Risk & Best Practice
- Ensure all campaigns meet legal, ethical and data protection requirements (e.g., GDPR, Fundraising Regulator).
- Act as a key contributor to organisational risk assessments relating to income performance and supplier performance.
- Keep up to date with sector trends, innovations and benchmarks to maintain best practice.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
- Extensive experience (ideally 5+ years) in Individual Giving or fundraising acquisition roles.
- Proven success delivering multi-channel acquisition campaigns with strong ROI.
- Experience managing external agencies and suppliers to high-performance standards.
- Strong background in digital fundraising and paid media.
- Demonstrated experience managing and reporting on substantial acquisition budgets.
Skills & Attributes
- Strategic thinker with excellent campaign planning and execution skills.
- Highly numerate and confident using data for decision-making and optimisation.
- Strong project and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proactive, self-starting approach with high levels of ownership and accountability.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to represent the organisation externally.
Desirable
- Understanding of retention and supporter journey optimisation.
- Familiarity with CRM and data system Donorfy.
- Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools.
First-round interviews are set for the week of 23rd March 2026. We strongly encourage early applications.
Disability Confident Committed Employer
We're a Disability Confident Committed employer, so we guarantee an interview to any disabled applicant who meets the minimum requirements for the job.
At Operation Smile UK, we value individuals based on their performance and potential. We're dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports everyone's needs. We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the application and employment process, and we particularly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
If you need this document in a different format, require any adjustments, or need help with your application, please contact us (further details contained within the job description).
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Operation Smile UK knows fundraising could better reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the people the charity sector supports. If you don’t meet every requirement but believe your transferable skills align with the role, we encourage you to contact us for a conversation.
We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of, age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We celebrate diversity and encourage you to bring your authentic self to Operation Smile UK. We are committed to supporting all applicants and ensuring a fair hiring process. All appointments will be made solely on merit, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Stewardship Manager
Based at the Diocesan Office, Rochester (with travel across the Diocese)
Full time
Salary: £44,931
Do you have the vision and experience to help churches grow a culture of generosity that supports mission and ministry? Are you able to inspire, equip, and encourage congregations to respond faithfully and joyfully to Christian giving?
The Diocese of Rochester is seeking a Stewardship Manager to play a key role in increasing the financial resources available for mission across the Diocese. Working closely with the Finance Director, Archdeacons, and parish leaders, you will help embed generous giving practices and support churches to develop sustainable approaches to funding ministry.
This is an influential and relational role for someone who can combine theological understanding, financial insight, and strong communication skills to help parishes identify and overcome potential barriers to generosity and grow in confidence around Christian stewardship.
About the Role
You will support parishes and diocesan colleagues in building a culture of generosity and sustainable giving. Your key responsibilities will include:
· Leading the development of a culture of generosity and mutual support across the Diocese
· Working alongside the Finance Director, Archdeacons and colleagues to grow parish giving and develop parish offers
· Teaching and speaking in parishes, deaneries, and online gatherings on Christian generosity and stewardship
· Encouraging and supporting the use of the Parish Giving Scheme and other digital giving tools
· Promoting best practice through parish giving reviews and stewardship initiatives
· Working with the Communications team to promote generosity through a range of media and resources
· Supporting training for clergy and lay leaders on teaching generosity and managing parish finances
· Using data and financial trends to identify barriers to giving and develop practical strategies
· Contributing to diocesan strategy by ensuring generosity and giving are embedded in planning and initiatives
· Creating practical preaching and training resources to support local churches
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
· Has significant experience in fundraising, ideally within a Christian charity or similar context
· Has experience working with high-value donors and developing giving strategies
· Understands the theology and biblical principles of Christian generosity and stewardship
· Is confident in teaching, preaching, and communicating about giving in a range of contexts
· Has strong interpersonal and negotiation skills and can motivate others to embrace new approaches
· Has a strong understanding of finance and the ability to analyse giving trends and data
· Is highly organised and able to manage multiple relationships and projects
· Understands the culture and diversity of traditions within the Church of England
· A communicant member of the Church of England (or a church in communion with it, or a member Church of Churches Together in England, the Council of Churches for Britain and Ireland, or the Evangelical Alliance)
· Able to travel to all areas of the diocese, including during evenings and weekends to meet with parishes.
What we can offer:
• Flexible working and TOIL
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling service
The Diocese is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
The wider a group’s diversity, the smarter, wiser, and more compassionate and creative its decision making becomes.
We are committed to achieving diversity throughout our Diocese by seeking UKME/GMH colleagues and those from a wide range of backgrounds, to help us create a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Closing date for applications: 12 April 2026
Interviews will be held on: 21 April 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Sophie Lancaster Foundation was established by Sylvia Lancaster following the murder of her daughter Sophie in a hate crime motivated by prejudice against alternative subcultures. What began as a grassroots response has grown into an internationally recognised charity working across education, community engagement, research and advocacy to challenge prejudice and prevent hate crime.
We work with schools, young people, community groups and institutions to increase understanding of alternative cultures and to promote respect, inclusion and safety for those who may be marginalised because of identity or appearance.
We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next stage of development.
The CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to ensure the organisation remains sustainable, impactful and true to its mission. The role involves leading a small team, strengthening partnerships, overseeing programmes and securing income through grants, trusts, partnerships and other funding sources.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and delivering the organisation’s strategic plan
- Leading and supporting a small staff team
- Maintaining effective governance with the Board of Trustees
- Building partnerships and representing the organisation publicly
- Overseeing programmes and ensuring impact is measured and evidenced
- Leading fundraising and ensuring long-term financial sustainability
- Ensuring safeguarding, compliance and strong organisational management
We are looking for someone with:
- Senior leadership experience in the charity, education, community or social justice sectors
- A track record of strategic development and organisational growth
- Experience securing funding and managing organisational budgets
- Strong communication and partnership-building skills
- A clear commitment to equality, inclusion and social change
- Knowledge of alternative subcultures preferably gained from lived experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.