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Job Title: Fundraising Manager
Reporting: to Chief Executive
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time role, 32 hours a week
Benefits: 29 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) pro rata, pension scheme contributions, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Location: Mostly home-working with regular visits to The Avenues, London W10.
Job purpose
· Forward-plan funding streams to ensure a smooth and regular flow of income that meets The Avenues’ budget (currently £1.2m p.a., much of which has been secured for the next 18 months).
· Develop existing and new relationships with funders to maximise immediate and long-term income for the organisation and its various projects.
· Write compelling proposals and applications that secure significant income from trusts and foundations, coordinating input from across The Avenues team.
· Research and identify new prospects from a diversity of sources with a view to securing medium and large grants for The Avenues.
Accountabilities and responsibilities
· Identify and develop opportunities from a range of trusts, foundations and grant-making bodies.
· Draft, submit and manage the progress of all funding applications for The Avenues’ priority projects (approximately 30-40 applications per year).
· Develop fundraising proposal budgets in collaboration with Programme and Finance colleagues, ensuring needs are accurately costed and aligned with donor requirements.
· Work with colleagues to develop new project ideas that fit within The Avenues’ organisational goals and within budgets that meet funders’ criteria.
· Handle the post-grant paperwork, notifying the team and updating our records.
· Develop and manage positive relationships with funders, including necessary communications with grants officers, potential major donors, corporate donors and community supporters.
· Manage the pipeline of applications and fundraising database; providing financial reporting and other management information to colleagues on a timely basis.
· Work with the Chief Executive, trustees and community volunteers to help organise our fundraising events (dinner-auction, party, quiz night, marathon). Assisting with the smooth-running of these events, including writing and producing communication materials.
· Write the quarterly email newsletter for our supporter mailing list.
· Manage and optimise the charity’s CRM system (Beacon), ensuring fundraising contact data is accurate, well maintained, and used effectively.
· Perform other duties as required by the Chief Executive to the overall direction and running of the charity and develop productive relationships with external stakeholders.
Experience and skills
· Excellent writing skills with the ability to write concise and creative bids.
· 3+ years’ proven track record in a fundraising position, with a focus on trusts/foundations and public sector income streams. (Or, you may equally have experience in sales and marketing in a commercial environment.)
· Skilled at budgeting and presenting financial information in easy-to-understand formats.
· Relationship builder and collaborative worker.
· A creative and proactive approach to problem-solving
· High standard of software literacy (Office software, Mailchimp and internet).
· Highly effective verbal communicator, able to build rapport quickly and engage a wide range of stakeholders with confidence and credibility.
· Degree or equivalent relevant qualification
Personal attributes and attitudes
· Self-motivated and hard-working.
· Committed to improving youth services and the lives of disadvantaged children.
· Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
· Able to tackle challenges constructively and creatively find ways forward.
· Tactful and amiable, with the ability to communicate at all levels with a variety of donors.
· Proactive and eager to learn, with a hands-on approach and willingness to take initiative and get stuck in where needed
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The Bumblebee Conservation Trust (the Trust) is looking for a part-time (0.7 FTE) Head of Outreach.
Our vision is for a world where bumblebees are thriving and valued by everyone.
This role will:
- Lead on the development and implementation of an Outreach Strategy that inspires people and organisations, including policy makers, to take action for bumblebees. (Aim 2 of the Trust’s strategy)
- Lead on behaviour change impact reporting, ensuring data collection methods and tools are fit for purpose, and staff and volunteers have the necessary training and support to confidently report on the impact of face-to-face outreach activities.
- Lead on project development activities and work with the fundraising team to generate income to fund the sustainable growth of the Trust’s outreach activities across the UK.
You will be an excellent communicator and problem solver with experience in managing change and leading and motivating staff and volunteers. You will have a proven track record in securing grant funding and building strong partnerships with third party organisations, as well as experience in monitoring and evaluating the impact of public engagement and volunteering activities, including social and wellbeing impacts and behaviour change.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for more details of the role.
This is a part-time post for 24 hours per week. Some overtime work may be required and a flexitime system is in place.
This post will be employed on a permanent basis and can be based at the Trust’s office in Stirling, home-based, or hybrid between the Trust’s office in Stirling and home-working.
The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. This means that whilst seeking employment or during such employment with the Trust, we will seek to ensure equality of treatment for all persons regardless of sex, race, age, marital or civil partnership status, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity status.
At the Trust, we have a clear goal: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work. We pride ourselves on reaching for our vision, through the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.
The closing date is 5 p.m. 13 April 2026. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The interview date is 28th April 2026. Interviews will be held online.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Post: Expeditions Officer
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time
Location: South Kensington, London SW7
Salary: £35,897–£39,180 per annum, depending on experience
About Us
The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.
The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.
The Society offers professional accreditation to members through Chartered Geographer status.
About You and the Role
Joining a specialised team at a time of growth, the Expeditions Officer will deploy first-hand exploratory field research experience in providing practical support for practitioners, helping reinforce the Society’s role as an international leader and convening power representing diverse forms of geographical exploration.
This operational role is central to evolving the Society's technical resources, strategic programmes, and flagship events, ensuring our support for both our grant recipients and the wider community of practitioners remains rigorous and impactful.
Key Responsibilities
Expedition advisory support
Participate in the provision of advice and support to Society grant recipients and other expedition teams and individuals across their project lifecycles.
Training, events and content
Work with colleagues and external trainers to develop and organise needs-based training opportunities, primarily for Society grant recipients and other supported individuals and teams, across a range of subjects.
Support the development of multimedia resources to support Society members and the wider community of field practitioners in undertaking safe, ethical, impactful expeditions.
Governance and reporting
Contribute data and updates for the bi-annual reporting to the Expeditions & Fieldwork Committee and quarterly workplan reporting to management and trustees.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience leading successful exploratory field projects, preferably through overseas, collaborative, impact-driven ventures in remote and challenging contexts.
The successful candidate will apply both academic knowledge and a practical understanding of safe, ethical and impactful field research, significantly expanding the Society’s capacity to support diverse forms of geographical exploration.
Salary and Benefits
This is a permanent, full-time post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months. The salary range for this post is £35,897–£39,180 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. The post is based in Kensington, London.
There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:
- 35-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
- Flexible working arrangements are available with a mix of office based and home working.
- 25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus public bank holidays.
- Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
- Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
- Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
- Corporate eye care vouchers.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.
Applications must be received by 9.30am on Friday 10th April.
Interviews are planned to take place on 20 April.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from those traditionally underrepresented in the geographical discipline.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The Society is unable to offer work visa sponsorships.
No agencies please.
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ABOUT US
The Great Friendship Project is an award-winning organisation tackling loneliness through research-informed community programmes, campaigns, and partnerships.
We design and deliver social interventions that help people build real-world friendships, strengthen social confidence, and rise out of loneliness.
Over the past four years, we have delivered hundreds of community activities, partnered with major brands and public institutions, contributed to national research and policy conversations, and built a highly engaged community of tens of thousands of young adults.
As part of this work, we also run targeted programmes that respond to specific life challenges where loneliness can be most acute - including our new LaunchPad Programme, which supports young adults who are out of work to rebuild routine, confidence, and connection alongside practical employability support.
As we look ahead, we are now entering a critical next phase of growth, strengthening our foundations in preparation for wider national expansion.
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THE ROLE
This new Programmes & Operations Coordinator role will act as the central operational lead for day-to-day delivery.
You’ll take ownership of systems, operations, volunteer coordination, and delivery logistics, while working closely with the Founder across areas such as community activity, growth planning, partnerships, and fundraising.
As a growing organisation, this is a broad, hands-on role with scope to help shape systems, processes, and ways of working as we grow.
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OPERATIONS
- Planning & Scheduling - Develop and maintain operational plans, timelines, systems, and delivery schedules to support effective coordination across the organisation.
- Process Development - Establish and maintain clear processes for tracking tasks, deadlines, risks, outputs, and learning
- Documentation - Develop and maintain scalable documentation, playbooks, and operational processes to strengthen organisational readiness for growth
- Systems Management - Build, refine, and maintain digital tools, databases, and shared filing systems to improve coordination, visibility, and efficiency
- Financial Administration - Support basic financial processes, including processing invoices, tracking expenses, and supporting grant-related financial reporting
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PROGRAMME DELIVERY
- Delivery Oversight - Support the delivery of community programmes, campaigns, and pilots, to help ensure quality, safeguarding, and consistency
- Programme Logistics - Coordinate venues, volunteers, partners, and programme materials to ensure smooth delivery
- Participant Communications - Lead day-to-day communications with participants and community members, acting as a clear and reliable point of contact
- Community Development - Develop and refine induction, member contact, and retention processes to support a welcoming and inclusive community
- Impact Tracking - Support evaluation, feedback collection, and continuous improvement across programmes
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VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
- Recruitment & Onboarding - Lead the recruitment and onboarding of volunteers and interns
- Volunteer Coordination - Coordinate volunteer rotas, availability, and deployment across programmes and act as the primary day-to-day point of contact for volunteers
- Training & Development - Support volunteer training, shadowing, and development plans
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FUNDRAISING & GROWTH SUPPORT
- Business Development - Support the identification of new partners and assist with building and maintaining relationships, including day-to-day coordination
- Grant Writing - Assist with grant applications, funding research, and partnership follow-up
- Marketing & Growth - Support the development of marketing and growth plans, providing operational input and capacity planning
- Campaigns & Events - Support the delivery of national campaigns, research dissemination, and stakeholder events through coordination of logistics, volunteers, and internal systems
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WHO YOU ARE
- Reliable & Adaptable - You are proactive and can prioritise effectively in a fast-moving environment
- Problem Solver - You have strong organisational skills and a sharp eye for detail
- Great Communicator - You are comfortable with public speaking and talking to everyone from community members to trustees and partners
- The Sherpa - You have experience coordinating or leading teams, projects, or delivery activity
- Tech-Savvy - You love using digital tools (Google Workspace, Notion, Slack, Canva) to make work easier and more visible
- Flexible - You’re happy to work evenings or weekends, when required (N.B. Time Off In Lieu will be provided)
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EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIAL
- Experience in an operations, coordination, programme delivery, or project support role with responsibility for outcomes
- Experience managing multiple priorities across people, systems, and deadlines in a small or fast-moving organisation
- Confidence taking ownership, exercising judgement, and working with limited supervision
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EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE
- Experience in a charity, community, events, or volunteer-led environment
- Experience supporting partnerships, fundraising activity, or grant applications
- Experience working closely with senior leadership or a founder
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BENEFITS
Beyond the opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing social movement, we provide a supportive environment designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
- Meaningful work with real impact - Play a central role in tackling loneliness and helping people build lasting, real-world friendships
- Hybrid working - A flexible mix of office-based, community, and home-based working, with autonomy around how you structure your week
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off - On top of this, you’ll also earn an extra day of annual leave every year you work with us, up-to 5 years
- Learning & development support - Opportunities to build skills across operations, programme delivery, fundraising, and leadership, with mentoring from the Founder and access to relevant training - where required
- Progression opportunities - As a growing organisation, this role is designed to grow alongside the organisation, with the potential to develop into a more senior role over time
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HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application and CV by completing the online form via the link below.
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 22nd March @ 11pm
If you have any queries about the role or application process, you can contact us via email or use the enquiry form on our website.
The Great Friendship Project is an award-winning non-profit organisation tackling loneliness through campaigns, research and community activities.
Personal Independence Coordinator (PIC) Service Manager
Salary £40,560 Full Time 35 hours per week
Do you want a senior role that makes a positive difference in people’s lives?
Age UK Croydon’s Personal Independence Coordinator (PIC) Service for older people in Croydon is recruiting for a new Service Manager. This is an exciting, rewarding senior role with the opportunity to lead pioneering programmes that are at the heart of Croydon’s innovative approach to Neighbourhood Care in collaboration with the wider health and social care partners.
The PIC Service Manager is responsible for the operational and strategic management of the PIC Service and the Personal Safety Project (PSP), ensuring services continue to support independence for older people in Croydon as core members of the Integrated Neighbourhood teams, ensuring full collaboration with network partners from GPs, health services, adult social care and voluntary sector
Full on the PIC Service delivery model will be provided; the important qualities we are looking for are:
· Excellent leadership, service management and communication and communication skills
· Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners and stakeholders
· Proven ability to deliver innovative, high-quality services
· Self-motivated and able to work flexibly, whilst maintaining good work/life balance
Closing date for applications: 31st March 2026
Interview Dates: 8th April 2026
Our mission is to reach, involve, support and connect people so they can age well in Croydon.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Midlands – Leicester or Birmingham (hybrid working)
Salary: £48,500 per annum, FTE 37.5 hours (we will also consider a 4-day / 30-hour week)
Contract: Permanent (we will consider interim-to-permanent arrangements)
Join a charity fighting hunger, tackling waste and creating opportunities
We are a forward-looking regional charity working across the Midlands to fight hunger, tackle food waste and create opportunities for people and communities. We believe no one should go hungry when good food is going to waste, and that everyone deserves the chance to thrive.
We are now looking for a Head of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a central role in ensuring our financial strength, sustainability and growth – so we can maximise our social impact.
The role
As Head of Finance, you will be the organisation’s lead financial expert, reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with fellow senior leaders and Trustees. You will provide the financial insight and leadership that underpins strategic decisions and day-to-day operations.
You will:
- Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s financial strategy, ensuring long-term sustainability and supporting our strategic priorities and business plans.
- Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and statutory accounts.
- Lead on financial reporting and liaison with the Trustee Board, including servicing and advising the Trustee Finance Committee.
- Ensure strong financial controls, including procurement, credit control, cash flow management, payroll and systems that support growth.
- Take responsibility for statutory and regulatory financial compliance, including HMRC requirements and charity/company reporting.
- Provide clear, insightful financial analysis to support decision-making, funding applications and operational improvement.
- Work closely with budget holders across the organisation, building financial understanding, ownership and accountability.
- Lead, support and develop a small Finance team of two (Finance Officer and Finance Assistant).
About you
We are looking for a values-led finance leader who is motivated by using their skills for positive social impact.
You will bring:
- Significant experience in a senior financial and management accounting role, with responsibility for budgets, management and statutory accounts, controls and reporting.
- Experience of leading a finance function, including oversight of payroll and pensions.
- Strong skills in financial planning, analysis, forecasting and budgeting, and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with senior leaders and Trustees.
- Experience of working with or supporting a Board or Finance Committee, providing clear, insightful information and advice.
- Confident use of Excel and finance systems to produce robust, timely and accurate information.
- A proven ability to lead and develop a team, building a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
- Excellent interpersonal skills – able to influence, challenge and support colleagues at all levels.
- A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Professionally qualified in accountancy or who can demonstrate equivalent experience.
- From any sector – charity experience is not essential. We are very open to candidates bringing transferable skills from commercial, public or other not-for-profit environments, with a commitment to learning charity-specific requirements (such as charity/SORP accounting) as part of your induction.
- A Midlands base in either Leicester or Birmingham, with hybrid working.
- Salary of £48,500 per annum (FTE, 37.5 hours), with 4-day / 30-hour week options considered.
- The expectation of a cost of living increase from April.
- The opportunity to be part of the Senior Leadership Team, shaping the future direction and impact of the organisation.
- A chance to use your finance expertise to directly support people facing hunger, poverty and barriers to work, while reducing food waste.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves and perform at their best. We warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and sectors, including those who may not have worked in a charity before.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Senior Creative Operations Manager
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £44,096 per annum
Location: King’s Cross, London
Who are we?
Art Fund is the national fundraising charity for art. With over 142,000 members, we are leading the way in pioneering support for an inclusive and welcoming museum and gallery sector across the UK.
We work closely with a network of over 1000 museums and respond to their needs and aspirations. We're excited to see how they want to develop: to expand and diversify their collections and workforce, develop curatorial skills, make ambitious acquisitions, and create a welcoming, inclusive space for communities. With the support of over 140,000 members who buy a National Art Pass, patrons, and donors we can provide grants, encourage visiting and advocate for museums' essential role and value.
We have diversity, inclusion, and sustainability central to our thinking and the opportunity to be a force for good, galvanise support and help change things for the better inspires our team.
The role
We're looking for an experienced Senior Creative Operations Manager to join our team. Working across the organisation, you'll interrogate creative briefs, manage production schedules, and keep projects to time and budget. You'll be confident in planning what needs to happen when, and identifying ways we can improve our processes to keep creative projects running smoothly. Whether it's an ad campaign to support the National Art Pass, collateral for Museum of the Year, or materials for a fundraising appeal to save a great work of art, you'll be key to bringing these projects to life.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the digital experience team at one of the UK’s leading arts organisations. If you love bringing order to complexity, keeping things moving, and want a role where your expertise enables great creative work, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Key Employee Benefits
- Generous Annual leave – 25 days annual leave and bank holidays, with additional non-contractual office closure dates at Christmas.
- Free National Art Pass (NAP) – for yourself and another person of your choice.
- Free Entry to Exhibitions
- Life Assurance – cover for up to three times your basic salary.
- Season Ticket Loan
- Pensions – Eligible employees are enrolled into the scheme with the exception of those who have contracts of three months or less. Art Fund contributes 8% of the basic annual salary during the first six months of employment or until probation is successfully completed, whichever is the later. At that point the contribution is increased to 10%.
Closing deadline: 23.59pm on 30 March 2026
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to building our team and trustees from the broad range of backgrounds and experiences across the UK, valuing difference and diversity, and building a workplace based on shared values of equality and mutual respect.
We have ambitious plans for the future and will be holding ourselves to account and putting our principles into action, as we all work together to help bring about positive change and a fairer future for everyone. We therefore want to encourage applications from all races, ages, religions and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with any kind of disabilities and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our organisation.
Non-UK nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
Please note that any suspected use of AI in relation to answering sift questions will be marked down.
No agencies please.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Location: The Upper Room, St Saviour’s Church, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12
Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (4 days)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37,500 per annum (full-time equivalent), £30,000 actual salary for 4 days per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid, with at least 1 day per week in the office
Reports to: CEO
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About the Role
The Upper Room (TUR) works with individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, social exclusion and involvement with the criminal justice system. Through UR4Meals, UR4Driving and UR4Jobs, we provide practical support, dignity and opportunity to some of the most disadvantaged members of our community in West London.
TUR anticipates an annual income of approximately £725,000 in 2026/27, with around 57% generated through trusts and foundation grants. We have strong, established relationships with the majority of our funders, including a number of multi-year grants already in place.
We are seeking a Fundraising Officer to lead, shape and grow our income generation activity at a pivotal time for the organisation. This role is responsible for securing and sustaining the funding required to meet growing demand across our services.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead on trusts and foundations and community fundraising initiatives. You will play a key role in shaping strategy while also delivering high-quality funding applications and maintaining strong funder relationships.
This role suits someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, and who is confident representing the organisation externally.
The postholder will attend quarterly evening Finance Sub-Committee meetings, providing fundraising insight and income updates to trustees. Occasional evening or weekend fundraising events will also be required. Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be provided.
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Key Responsibilities
1. Trusts and Statutory Fundraising
- Research, identify and secure funding from trusts and foundations
- Develop compelling funding applications and tailored proposals
- Manage reporting requirements and reapplications in line with deadlines
- Maintain and grow relationships with existing funders
2. Community Fundraising
- Develop and steward relationships with community supporters and local networks
- Support and grow individual giving and small-scale community initiatives
- Represent TUR at meetings, local events and presentations
- Identify opportunities to strengthen engagement across West London
3. Strategy and Governance
- Develop and implement TUR’s fundraising strategy
- Provide regular fundraising reports to the Board and Finance Committee
- Work closely with service managers to develop strong cases for support
- Ensure accurate record keeping, income tracking and pipeline management
- Monitor performance against income targets and adjust plans accordingly
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Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations
- Track record of successful funding applications, including multi-year grants
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to craft compelling proposals
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Confidence presenting to external stakeholders
- Commitment to TUR’s mission and values
Desirable
- Knowledge of the West London funding landscape
- Understanding of issues affecting people experiencing homelessness and those leaving prison
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Why Join Us
The Upper Room is a values-led organisation committed to empowering people facing poverty and exclusion. You will be joining a small, committed and supportive team, with the opportunity to shape income generation at a critical time for the charity.
Flexible working arrangements are supported, with at least one day per week based in the office to ensure team cohesion and collaboration.
This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a respected West London charity delivering tangible, life-changing impact.
The Upper Room is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check.
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How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a covering letter (maximum 500 words) outlining your interest in the role and how your experience meets the criteria.
If you would like an informal conversation before applying, we would be happy to arrange this.
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Recruitment Process
Stage 1: Panel interview focused on experience, approach and alignment with TUR’s mission.
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Closing Date
Monday, 23rd March 2026
Making sure nobody, socially or financially excluded in West London goes without help, supporting those in need, enabling those with potential



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who We Are
Amna envisions a world where refugees have the power to shape their own futures, unbounded by the impact of trauma, conflict and displacement. We are a refugee-led organisation working to expand mental health support and community-led psychosocial services for communities affected by conflict and displacement, giving them the tools to heal, rebuild resilience, and rediscover joy and belonging.
Our approach is simple and evidence-based, developed in partnership with refugees and psychosocial experts. We work globally to fund, train, and empower frontline organisations and humanitarian workers to deliver trauma and identity-informed care to those affected by displacement. By fostering safe spaces for healing and offering creative and cultural tools and practices, we aim to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma and create lasting change.
Since 2016, Amna has directly supported over 76,000 individuals, including children, youth, and adults trained over 3,600 facilitators from 720 organisations across 23 countries to deliver trauma- and identity-informed care. Our programs have indirectly impacted the lives of over 2 million displaced people, helping them find strength and hope in the face of adversity.
At Amna, we believe in the power of community, healing, and hope because every refugee deserves the chance to reclaim their future.
Safeguarding
We take a proactive approach to safeguarding, embedding care, accountability, and protection into everything we do. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility. We expect all staff to adhere to ethical safeguarding principles, follow Amna’s Safeguarding Policy, and integrate safeguarding into daily work.
How Will You Make a Difference?
At Amna, finance is about more than compliance; it is about trust, care, and accountability.
As Finance & Compliance Officer, you will help ensure that our resources are managed responsibly so programmes can deliver meaningful impact. Your work will provide the stability and transparency that colleagues, partners, trustees, and donors rely on.
You will:
• Maintain accurate and reliable financial records that build confidence in our work
. • Support clear, proportionate controls that protect the organisation while remaining practical and enabling.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, explaining financial information in accessible and respectful ways.
• Help strengthen systems and processes to support a positive, accountable culture.
Through integrity, attention to detail, and a calm, solutions-focused approach, you will play a vital role in sustaining Amna’s mission and values.
The Finance & Compliance Officer will typically report to Finance Manager.
Responsibilities include:
Financial Management & Accounting (UK charity context)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with UK charity good practice and organisational financial policies.
• Manage the general ledger, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll journals, and bank transactions.
• Process payments in a timely manner to internal and external stakeholders (team members, suppliers, partners, consultants), ensuring appropriate approvals, documentation, and compliance with delegated authority.
• Record and monitor income and expenditure, ensuring accurate project coding and fund allocation.
• Prepare monthly journals including accruals, prepayments, deferred income and inter-fund adjustments.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and full balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all control accounts are supported.
• Raise and process invoices where required (including consultant invoicing), and coordinate internal approval workflows for payment processing.
• Maintain and regularly update the medical insurance tracker and supplier payment tracker.
• Monitor and follow up on partnership (sub-grantee) agreements and payments, as well as programme consultancy trackers, ensuring financial accuracy and completeness.
• Support cashflow monitoring and short-term/medium-term cash forecasting; flag risks and timing issues proactively.
• Integrate monthly payroll journals into the accounting system and reconcile payroll control accounts.
• Support VAT preparation work and provide documentation for advisors
• Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Project Finance
• Support the Finance Manager with the preparation of annual organisational budgets and project budgets, including proposal costings and budget revisions as needed.
• Support with the preparation of management reporting packs for budget holders (actual vs budget vs forecast), with variance analysis and explanatory commentary.
• Support cross-departmental budget coordination to ensure compliance with donor agreements and funding conditions.
• Maintain and support the Finance Manager with project budget monitoring tools and monthly reforecasting, including burn rate analysis and scenario modelling.
• Assist the Finance manager in producing periodic financial reports for budget holders, including actuals vs budget vs forecast and key explanatory notes.
Compliance, Controls and Reporting
• Support compliance with internal financial controls, donor requirements, and UK charity regulatory obligations (including reporting to the Charity Commission).
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial analysis.
• Prepare year-end schedules and audit files in support of statutory accounts preparation under Charity SORP.
• Support the Finance Manager and external auditors during year-end and audit processes.
• Maintain a robust digital audit trail of financial documentation (contracts, invoices, approvals, grant agreements, timesheets and expenses).
• Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend proportionate process improvements across purchasing, expenses, consultancy contracting and sub-grant management.
• Support in preparation of donors’ reports ensuring compliance to donors’ rules.
• Assist with preparation of schedules for statutory accounts and audit, Support year-end close activities, Payroll, HR Finance & Treasury:
• Support end-to-end payroll processing, including payroll payments, PAYE, National Insurance and pension reconciliations.
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Support banking administration including mandates, online banking platforms and payment authorisations.
• Assist with treasury tasks: cash monitoring, payment scheduling, and ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational needs. Capacity Building and Internal Support:
• Provide guidance to staff on financial procedures and processes.
• Contribute to strengthening financial awareness and accountability across teams.
• Assist with training staff on financial processes, tools, and systems. Cover & Additional Responsibilities:
• Provide operational cover for the Finance Manager within delegated authority during periods of absence.
• Undertake additional finance and compliance responsibilities as required.
• Proactively identify financial risks and recommend improvements to strengthen governance and financial resilience.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in a finance officer (or equivalent) role with strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and maintaining audit trails.
• Experience using accounting software (Xero highly desirable), plus strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, basic data validation).
• Excellent knowledge of UK accounting standards, VAT treatment, and compliance requirements within a UK charity context.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience preparing or supporting:
o monthly management accounts (journals, bank recs, balance sheet recs),
o cashflow monitoring and forecasting,
o project budgets and donor/project financial reporting.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritise tasks.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Eligibility to work in UK.
Desirable:
• Experience working in the humanitarian sector and UK Charity.
• Experience with donor-funded projects and grant reporting.
• Exposure to UK charity finance or SORP standards.
• Experience supporting payroll, pension, and PAYE record-keeping.
• Experience in multicultural or mission-driven environments.
Skills and Behaviors:
• Curiosity and continuous learning: eager to understand how systems work, ask thoughtful questions, and develop new skills. Able to share knowledge and support colleagues in building financial understanding.
• Problem-solving and sound judgement: able to analyse issues, consider options, and respond proportionately to unexpected challenges.
• Attention to detail and accuracy: committed to high standards in financial records, controls, and documentation.
• Collaboration and teamwork: works constructively with colleagues across teams, sharing information and supporting common goals.
• Adaptability and flexibility: comfortable responding to changing priorities in a growing organisation while maintaining professional standards.
• Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity: able to work respectfully and effectively across diverse contexts and perspectives.
• Accountability and integrity: takes responsibility for work, respects confidentiality, and follows organisational processes and governance requirements.
• Proactive and responsive: able to act with appropriate urgency when issues arise and provide practical solutions.
• Clear communication: explains financial information in accessible language and supports understanding among non-finance colleagues.
Benefits:
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Work Location and Environment
This role is a hybrid job opportunity, and open to applicants in London, UK. Amna offers a hybrid working environment to its employees allowing for a blend of remote and in-person work. Please note that the nature of working environment and hybrid schedule may be adjusted as per the organisation’s evolving needs.
Remuneration Package
At Amna we are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering competitive compensation and benefit packages. We believe in rewarding talent and expertise at a level that corresponds with the local market conditions, ensuring that all our team members are fairly compensated for their skills and contributions.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Amna is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disabilities status.
Applications are strongly encouraged from people with lived experience as refugees or displacement.
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Head of Finance
Arts & Culture Charity
London / Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a dynamic arts and cultural charity with a turnover of approximately £3 million. The organisation plays an important role in supporting artistic practice and cultural dialogue through its programmes, partnerships and public engagement.
This is a key leadership role within a small and collaborative organisation, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the financial foundations of a growing charity. The Head of Finance will take responsibility for the full finance function, ensuring strong financial stewardship while also supporting the strategic direction of the organisation.
The role requires someone who is both strategic and hands-on – comfortable operating at board level while also managing the day-to-day financial operations of the charity.
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading the organisation’s finance function and overseeing all financial operations
• Producing accurate and timely management accounts, budgets and forecasts
• Supporting the leadership team and board with financial insight to inform strategic decision making
• Ensuring strong financial controls, governance and compliance across the organisation
• Overseeing budgeting for programmes, projects and operational activity
• Managing cash flow and supporting longer-term financial planning
• Preparing statutory accounts and liaising with auditors
• Developing and improving financial processes, systems and reporting
The organisation is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused finance leader who enjoys working in an entrepreneurial environment and helping organisations build strong financial foundations.
The successful candidate will likely demonstrate:
• A recognised accounting qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience leading finance within a charity, not-for-profit or cultural organisation
• The ability to operate strategically while remaining comfortable being hands-on
• Strong financial stewardship and a commitment to good governance
• A proactive mindset with a problem-solving approach
• The confidence to work closely with senior leadership and trustees
• An interest in the arts and cultural sector
This is an opportunity to play an important role in a values-driven organisation at an exciting stage of its development, helping to ensure strong financial management while supporting the delivery of an ambitious cultural programme.
Please contact Rosemary Pini from Allen Lane for more information
William Cadbury established this charitable Trust in 1923 to support the health and wellbeing of the people of Birmingham. Over a century later, we continue his mission with the same dedication, guided by values that shape how we work:
- We care deeply
- We speak honestly and listen openly
- We do the right thing, always
We are looking for an organised, reliable and enthusiastic Administrator to join us for 5 hours per week. This role offers a unique opportunity to support a historic Trust that makes a real difference in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
About the Role
You will be based in our well-equipped office and work with our bespoke grants management system, which automates routine tasks. Key responsibilities include:
- Responding to queries from potential applicants.
- Processing grant applications received by post and via our website.
- Administering the small grants programme, including sending cheques and notifying applicants.
- Preparing papers and agendas for trustee meetings twice yearly, attending meetings, taking minutes, and processing grant decisions.
- Reconciling the cash book with the bank record and chasing outstanding receipts.
- Liaising with the Trust accountant and auditor to support the annual report and accounts.
- Visiting selected applicants and reporting back to Trustees.
- Completing the Charity Commission annual return.
You’ll be someone who:
- Is reliable, organised, and pays attention to detail.
- Can work independently but values collaboration and team support.
- Embodies our values in everything you do; caring deeply; speaking honestly and listening openly and always doing the right thing.
Why Work with Us
- Join a historic, respected Trust that ranks among the top 300 grant-making trusts in the UK.
- Be part of a values-driven environment where your work has a real impact.
- Flexible, part-time role with meaningful responsibilities.
Job Specifics
This role is based on a 5 hour working week with occasional additional paid hours to facilitate site visits and to prepare for and attend the half yearly trustee meetings.
Salary is £30,000 per annum (pro rata).
Office location: Selly Oak, Birmingham.
Holiday: 28 days (pro rata).
Application
If you share our values and can bring your enthusiasm, organisation skills and reliability to our Trust, please send a copy of your CV and a short covering letter to help us get to know you by the 23rd March.
We will be holding interviews during the week commencing the 13th April at our office in Selly Oak, Birmingham.
To support the health and wellbeing of the people of Birmingham and the West Midlands
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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JOB TITLE: Fundraising Manager
REPORTING TO: Head of Marketing & Communications
HOURS: Part-time | 3 days per week
SALARY: FTE £35,000-40,000
LOCATION: Hybrid
Job Purpose
At Waverley Abbey, we seek to extend and build the kingdom of God through encounter with Him, through education, engagement and enterprise, for the spiritual and cultural renewal of this generation and generations to come. As Fundraising Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting this mission by strengthening activities to raise finances from Trusts and Foundations, individual givers, mid–net-worth donors and partners. You help will shape compelling cases for support and build meaningful long-term relationships with funders, that grow our supporter base through proactive outreach, relationship management and strategic bid-writing. Working collaboratively with the Chief Development Officer and Head of Marketing & Communications, you will ensure our supporters and funders feel deeply connected to our work and inspired to invest in Waverley Abbey’s vision and mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Campaign support
> Support the Senior Marketing Manager, and wider marketing department, to align fundraising campaigns and activity with the wider organisational marketing calendar.
> Support the planning, development and delivery of fundraising activities and campaigns across email, web, social media, print, events and direct mail.
> Support the marketing department as they produce high quality fundraising assets, including videos, graphics, impact stories and supporter communications.
> Support Head of Marketing in evaluating campaign performance (income, engagement, ROI), report insights and advise accordingly for continual improvement.
2. Trusts and Foundations
> Support compelling funding applications to Trusts and Foundations aligned with organisational priorities, with research, writing and submission.
> Support the development of strong relationships with grant managers and trustees through regular updates, meetings and stewardship.
> Support the preparation of excellent reports demonstrating impact and financial accountability.
> Support the maintenance of a dynamic pipeline of prospective funders, ensuring timely submissions and follow-up.
3. Individual supporter & mid-net-worth donor engagement
> Identify, cultivate and steward mid-level relationships.
> Develop personalised proposals, updates and communications.
> Organise one-to-one meetings, tailored briefings and engagement opportunities to deepen donor relationships.
> Support the Chief Development Officer and wider Exec in managing relationships with regular supporters and mid-net worth prospects.
4. Fundraising events
> Support the planning and delivery of fundraising events, including donor gatherings, cultivation events, supporter briefings and online prayer gatherings.
> Ensure events reflect brand values and the organisation’s mission, and are executed with excellence.
5. CRM, data and supporter segmentation
> Work with the CRM and data assistant to maintain accurate donor records, giving histories and communication preferences.
> Ensure all fundraising activity is tracked, measurable and informed by data-driven insights.
> Develop supporter journeys that enhance retention, reactivation and long-term relationship building.
6. Collaboration across teams
> Partner with colleagues across the organisation to gather information needed to create compelling fundraising messages.
> Support the Chief Development Officer and Head of Marketing and communications in developing the overall fundraising strategy.
7. Administration, reporting and compliance
> Support the maintenance of accurate records of deadlines, reports, donation history and grant requirements.
> Prepare timely reporting on income, pipeline forecasts, donor engagement and fundraising performance.
> Support budget planning and tracking for fundraising projections, costs and events.
> Ensure adherence to Data Protection, GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidelines and ethical practices.
Person Specification Personal Faith
> Committed Christian in agreement with Waverley Abbey’s Statement of Faith (E)
> Committed to pray with and for the vision and ministry of Waverley Abbey (E)
Personal Circumstances > Flexibility to work between 8am and 6pm, and occasional evenings and weekends as the role requires (E)
Experience > 3–5 years experience in a fundraising role (E)
> Previous experience in a charity, ministry or educational setting (E)
> Administration experience (E)
Education, qualifications and other requirements
> Relevant university degree (D)
Knowledge
> Word/Excel/Outlook (E)
> HubSpot/CRM (D)
> ClickUp/Monday/Asana (D) Skills
> Excellent written and verbal communication (E)
> Friendly and professional approach (E)
> Ability to work as part of a team (E)
> High level of accuracy and attention to detail (E)
> Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines (E)
> Flexibility and adaptability (E)
Governance, Board & Executive Office Leadership
Ready to take on a senior governance leadership role where your work supports a meaningful cause?
This is a great opportunity to join a purpose-led professional membership organisation as their Head of Executive Office, leading governance and board support while working closely with the Chief Executive and senior leadership to drive organisational priorities.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working at the centre of organisational decision-making, supporting trustees and committees, and ensuring governance processes run smoothly and effectively.
If you have previous experience in governance leadership, board and committee management, or company secretariat functions, particularly within a membership organisation, regulator or non-profit setting - this could be the role for you.
Role: Head of Executive Office (Governance, Board & Executive Office Leadership)
Organisation Type: Professional Membership Organisation (not-for-profit)
Salary/Rate: £30 - £33 per hour (£58k to £60k equivalent per annum)
Working Pattern: Full time - 35 hours
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working (2 days per week required on-site)
Location: London (Farringdon)
Employment Type: Temporary position
Duration: Interim assignment (approx. 3 months )
Closing Date: CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis - early applications encouraged!
The Role:
As the Head of Executive Office, you’ll play a central part in leading governance activity across the organisation while supporting the Chief Executive and senior leadership team.
You will oversee the Executive Office, acting as a key liaison between the Chief Executive, Board, Council and committees, ensuring effective governance processes, regulatory compliance and organisational coordination.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as Secretary to the Board, Council and Nominations Committee, ensuring effective governance and committee processes
- Managing Board, Council and General Meeting cycles, including agendas, papers, minutes and action tracking
- Ensuring governance processes align with the organisation’s Charter, Byelaws, regulations and regulatory requirements
- Leading the central project management office, maintaining oversight of organisational projects, KPIs and progress reporting
- Supporting the Chief Executive in coordinating organisation-wide priorities and activity
- Overseeing governance documentation, records and reporting requirements
- Managing governance processes for elections, nominations and senior volunteer appointments
- Overseeing the administration and governance of the organisation’s Benevolent Fund
- Leading the organisation’s member mentoring scheme, ensuring effective coordination and engagement
- Line managing the Governance and Projects Executive and supporting wider Executive Office operations
About You:
- You will bring strong governance expertise and the confidence to work closely with senior leaders, trustees and committees.
- You will likely have:
- Experience in governance leadership within a membership organisation, professional body, charity or regulator
- Strong knowledge of board and committee governance frameworks
- Experience supporting trustees, senior volunteers or non-executive board members
- Experience managing AGMs, elections or nominations processes
- Experience overseeing project reporting or organisational programme tracking
- Excellent written communication skills, including board papers, reports and governance documentation
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and governance timelines
- Experience line managing or mentoring team members
Why Apply?
- Work closely with senior leadership and board-level stakeholders
- Lead governance activity within a respected professional membership organisation
- Play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making and organisational delivery
- Join a purpose-driven organisation with a meaningful impact on its professional community
Interested?
CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis - early applications are encouraged.
Apply now to be part of a purpose-driven organisation where your governance expertise and leadership can make a real impact.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Corporate Partnerships Lead
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Corporate Partnerships Lead
Full Time/Permanent
Location: Hybrid working with a minimum of 1 day per week in our London office (Farringdon)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary:£51k - £55k (dependent upon experience)
Our offer to you
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years
- Hybrid, Flexible working
- Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Health and Wellbeing portal – access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts – you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping
About Us
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,400 employees and over 28,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning. As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, and Young Responders programmes).
Job Summary
St John Ambulance is entering an exciting new chapter. As we launch our ambitious three-year strategy, our goal is clear: to grow the power of first aid by 2028 by teaching more people life-saving skills and delivering expert care when it matters most.
This is a pivotal opportunity to lead and shape our Corporate Partnerships function at a time of significant growth potential. You will drive new business activity, develop compelling funding propositions, and secure income-led, multi-year partnerships that deliver meaningful impact for both St John and our corporate partners.
Leading a team of three, you will set clear strategic direction, build a strong prospect pipeline, and drive sustainable income growth. You’ll also strengthen and expand existing partnerships, maximise cross-selling opportunities, and collaborate across the organisation to develop values-aligned partnerships that generate both income and brand value.
We’re looking for a confident, strategic partnership professional with a proven track record of identifying, securing and managing corporate partnerships of varying scale. You’ll bring excellent communication and presentation skills, commercial insight, and a proactive, collaborative approach. Passionate about impact, you’ll play a key role within our fundraising, brand and communications team helping to build a high-performing culture and deliver against ambitious financial targets while advancing our mission to put first aid at the heart of every community.
About You
You’re a strategic and commercially minded partnership professional with a proven track record of securing and growing high-value corporate partnerships. You know how to turn insight into compelling propositions and win new business that drives sustainable income growth.
You bring experience of leading or supporting teams to perform at their best, creating a culture of ambition, accountability and collaboration. Confident managing budgets and income targets, you use data and insight to inform decisions and maximise performance.
An excellent communicator and relationship builder, you’re comfortable influencing and pitching to senior stakeholders and negotiating win–win partnerships. Highly organised and self-motivated, you manage competing priorities effectively and understand fundraising best practice and regulatory requirements.
You lead with compassion and emotional intelligence, are open to feedback, and role model a values-driven approach aligned with our HEART values.
It would be great if you also have:
- Experience working within the charity sector
- Experience engaging senior leaders such as Directors, Trustees or CEOs
- A degree/L7 qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Up-to-date knowledge of corporate partnership and social impact trends
About the Role
- Provide strong, values-led leadership to build a high-performing Corporate Partnerships team, fostering collaboration, inclusivity, ambition and excellence.
- Set clear objectives, KPIs and development plans; support, motivate and hold the team accountable to deliver annual income targets.
- Develop and deliver an ambitious corporate partnerships strategy focused on securing high-value new business while retaining and growing existing partnerships.
- Build and oversee a well-researched, strategically aligned prospect pipeline to drive sustainable income growth.
- Lead the creation of compelling, creative and commercially driven partnership propositions, proposals and pitches.
- Collaborate across fundraising, brand, communications, operations, finance and regional teams to maximise partnership opportunities and ensure integrated delivery.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, income monitoring and performance reporting, using insight to inform strategy and manage risk.
- Ensure strong governance and compliance, including due diligence, accurate CRM data management, regulatory adherence and high-quality impact and financial reporting to funders and senior stakeholders.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here
For all other candidates, or St John Ambulance volunteers wishing to apply: please apply below
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.
St John Ambulance is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice. Therefore, all successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS Clearance, as part of the onboarding process, if applicable to the nature of the role
Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.
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Luton Town FC Community Trust is seeking to recruit a Community Operations Manager to play a key role in the coordination, delivery and development of its community programmes. This is a senior operational role, working closely with the Head of Community Trust to ensure programmes are well managed, aligned to organisational priorities and delivered to a high standard.
The role will combine operational leadership with a proportion of direct programme delivery, enabling the postholder to remain connected to communities, delivery teams and participant needs. The Community Operations Manager will also contribute to the development of new programmes and associated funding opportunities, support partnership working and act as a key decision maker for day-to-day operational matters.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced community or sport for development professional who is motivated to make meaningful impact, strengthen organisational capacity and help reduce health inequalities across Luton and Bedfordshire.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Community Trust, the Community Operations Manager will provide operational leadership across the organisation, while maintaining a proportion of direct programme delivery to remain connected to communities, delivery teams and participant needs.
The role will coordinate and strengthen programme delivery; line manage designated staff and support the development of new programmes and associated funding opportunities aligned to organisational priorities.
The postholder will embed organisational strategy into effective day to day operations, acting as a key decision maker for operational matters and supporting senior leadership capacity.
Key Responsibilities
1. Community Engagement & Relationship Building
- Build strong relationships with funders, local authorities, key stakeholders, local schools, charities, grassroots clubs and other community organisations.
- Act as a liaison between the football club and the local community.
- Promote inclusion and diversity through outreach to underrepresented groups.
2. Programme Development & Delivery
- Contribute to and support funding applications, programme design, delivery and evaluation across community programmes within each department including, but not limited to:
- Education
- Health
- Inclusion
- Football Development
3. Staff and Volunteer Management
- Recruit, train and manage staff employees and volunteers who represent the Trust.
- Provide leadership and mentoring for delivery coaches, project workers, media team and match day staff.
4. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
- Track the impact of community programmes using required and appropriate metrics and key performance indicators.
- Prepare reports for stakeholders, funders (e.g. EFL in the Community, Premier League Foundation, local authorities), and Luton Town Community Trust Board of Trustees.
- Ensure compliance and governance with safeguarding, health and safety and data protection policies.
5. Marketing & Promotion
- Raise awareness of the Trust’s work through managing the organisations media output across various platforms e.g. web site, newsletters, social media and local media outlets.
- Represent the Trust at community events, matchdays, and public forums.
6. Fundraising & Grant Management
- Collaborate with the Head of Trust and Programme Managers to identify and apply for grants and funding opportunities.
- Build partnerships with sponsors, local businesses and charitable foundations.
7. Club Integration
- Work cosely with all football club departments, including first team players and staff, media and marketing, facilities and catering, and Academy to ensure alignment between Community Trust and Club.
- Manage the efficient coordination of player appearances and community involvement on behalf of the Club
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
Essentials
- Strong experience in community development, sport development and youth engagement.
- Strong project and operational management skills, with the ability to plan, deliver and evaluate initiatives – prioritising and managing multiple priorities
- Experience with grant funding processes
- Experience of developing organisational strategy within the sporting or charity sector
- Experience in partnership working with schools, councils, charities
- Leadership and staff supervision experience – managing coaches, volunteers or delivery staff
- Monitoring & evaluation skills – ability to track KPIs and write impact reports
- Budget management experience
- Confident IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office and database software
- Valid First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience delivering health, inclusion, educational or behaviour-change programmesAbility to work to deadlines and meet project targets
- Understanding of health inequalities and barriers faced by children and families
- Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion within community delivery
- A strong working knowledge of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and best practice within education and community settings.
- Strong commitment to high-quality, values led delivery
- A full valid driving licence and access to car to travel between sites throughout Bedfordshire.
- Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends
- Enhanced DBS clearance
- Degree or equivalent qualification, or demonstrable relevant professional experience.
Desirables
- Experience working in a football foundation or Trust
- Knowledge of EFL Trust or Premier League Foundation community programmes including Capability Code of Practice
- Valid First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
- Event planning or matchday coordination experience
- Recognised sports coaching qualifications
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- Leadership skills within a community or education setting
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
- Committed, enthusiastic and passionate about Luton Town Football Club.
- Must be pro-active, motivated, organised, responsible and able to work independently as well as in a team.
- Highly developed problem-solving skills, resilience, and the ability to perform well under pressure.
- Demonstrate good listening skills and have the ability to resolve issues where appropriate.
- Ability to multi-task whilst maintaining priority efficiencies.
- Focused on achieving Club, departmental and individual success.
- Willing to follow and promote the philosophy of the football club.
- Be an ambassador for the Club presenting the Club in a positive image at all times.
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
The Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Club has systems in place to ensure that the welfare of vulnerable groups is dealt with appropriately and sensitively. Everyone working at the Club has a duty of care to safeguard the welfare of children and young people by creating an environment that protects them from harm. Our standards of practice ensure all staff are fully aware and understand their responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
The Club ensures that all staff that have a direct responsibility for children, young people or vulnerable adults, have been subject to the most stringent of recruitment practices which include Criminal Record Checks and reference checks. These staff are alert to signs of abuse or maltreatment and will refer concerns to the relevant Designated Safeguarding Officers using the agreed safeguarding procedures.
EQUALITY STATEMENT
The individual must at all times, carry out their duties with due regard to the Clubs policies and procedures and in particular the Club’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
The individual must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation, or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders. The individual must contribute to encouraging equality and respecting diversity by embedding such values in the workplace and challenging inappropriate behaviour and processes.
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