Fundraising and development officer jobs
Creative Director and Joint CEO
We are seeking a visionary Creative Director who will also act as joint CEO to lead the artistic and strategic direction of the charity.
For over 40 years, the organisation has used creative practice as a catalyst for social change, promoting inclusion and empowering diverse communities across the North West. The mission and vision is to co-create inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage.
If this is something you are passionate about, then we would love to hear from you!
Position: Creative Director/Joint CEO
Location: Rochdale /Hybrid (in person 2-3 days per week, one of which must be a Wednesday)
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary: £45,000 plus a 7.5% employer pension contribution
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Tuesday 24 February at 5pm
Interview Date: Thursday 12 March in person in Heywood
The Role
The Creative Director (Joint CEO) is responsible for the artistic vision, creative, entrepreneurial and strategic leadership of the charity. You will work as an equal partner with the Managing Director (MD/ Joint CEO), both reporting directly to the Board of Trustees to ensure that the organisation achieves its project objectives and strategic targets, while providing quality assurance of the work of the company.
Principal tasks and responsibilities include:
- Strategic Development
- Artistic Leadership
- Advocacy and Relationships
- Finance & Fundraising
- Company & Governance
- Management and leadership
About You
We are looking for an entrepreneurial leader with a proven track record in securing funding, overseeing complex budgets, and fostering productive relationships with a Board of Trustees, other partners and stakeholders. You will have a creative and cultural leadership style and with experience of programming that reaches diverse communities.
About the Organisation
Join a dynamic participatory arts charity based in Rochdale, dedicated to using creative practice as a catalyst for social change. For over 40 years the organisation has co-created inclusive, artistic opportunities with diverse communities that enhance wellbeing and celebrate culture and heritage. We call this Art for a Reason. Through a range of initiatives from Art for Wellbeing to community-led festivals, the team provide opportunities for people to explore their heritage, find their voice, and experience the transformative power of the arts. The vision is for a world where everyone has access and opportunities to create, participate and belong.
We particularly encourage applications from individuals who live in Rochdale and/or identify as being of the global majority, disabled, neurodiverse and/or LGBTQ+/and or non-binary communities. The successful candidate will be offered the post subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
You may also have experience in areas such as Programme Coordinator/manager, Learning and Engagement, Director, Creative Director, Operations Director, CEO, Director of Creative, Joint CEO, Deputy CEO, Assistant CEO, Chief Exec, Assistant Chief Exec, Deputy Chief Exec. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Communications Officer
We are seeking a creative and organised Communications Officer to help raise awareness of the mission and inspire communities to get involved.
Position: Communications Officer
Salary: £27,500 pro rata
Location: Hybrid or fully remote (London office available; occasional travel required)
Hours: 2 days per week (must include Mondays 12-2, flexible hours)
Contract: Permanent, with a 3-month probation period
Closing date: 17:00, Friday 27 February 2026
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small but fast-growing charity at an exciting stage of development. Working closely with the Head of Communications, you will play a key role in raising the profile of the charity’s work and ensuring the message reaches the people who need it most.
Your work will be varied, from creating engaging social media content and campaigns, to managing the communications calendar and working with colleagues across fundraising and volunteering to share stories and drive engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Creating fresh, engaging content for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter) and LinkedIn
- Generating creative ideas for campaigns linked to fundraising, awareness weeks and events
- Working with fundraising and volunteering teams to share real-life stories
- Supporting targeted campaigns to attract new supporters and volunteers
- Managing the communications calendar and inbox, ensuring responses to media and external enquiries
- Capturing, analysing and reporting on campaign performance
About You
We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, a flair for creativity and the ability to manage multiple projects.
Essential skills and experience:
- Background in a Communications or Marketing role
- Experience using Canva and Photoshop (or similar tools)
- Familiarity with CMS systems, ideally Squarespace
- Strong copywriting skills with the ability to write for different audiences
- Understanding of brand and values in communications
- Interest in mental health and wellbeing support
About the Organisation
Join a small but ambitious charity supporting individuals living with autoimmune conditions by providing dedicated listening support. The organisation is growing rapidly and this role offers the chance to make a real impact, with opportunities to shape communications and develop your career in a supportive, collaborative team.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Communications Assistant, Marketing and Communications Officer, Digital Communications Officer, Media and Communications Executive, Marketing Officer, PR and Communications Officer.
To apply, please submit your CV, a short supporting statement (max 250 words) outlining your suitability, and details of a professional reference by the closing date.
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
We are seeking a leader with a hands-on approach to lead our small team of administrative staff and support our Board of Trustees and members to help shape and implement our strategy for the future. You will manage the day-to-day operations of the organisation, translating the strategy into practice to help the organisation grow and deliver real value to our members.
About Us
ACAT is a charity dedicated to advancing Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) through training, accreditation and the provision of continuous professional development to CAT Therapists. Also, through research and promotion of CAT as a valuable and valued talking therapy.
About you
We are looking for someone who is an experienced leader with a knowledge of and understanding of CAT who is:
A strategic thinker
Able to set, manage and report on budgets
An excellent communicator with a proven track record of implementing change
Why Join ACAT
The opportunity to work with dedicated professionals to develop CAT training and the governance of CAT therapists
30 days annual leave for FTE (Pro Rata)
Flexible working arrangements with both home working and some team-based hours each month at the office in Dorchester, Dorset, and attendance at ad hoc meetings and events in person within the UK from time to time.
This is a permanent contract; part-time flexible 14 hours per week subject to successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.
Closing date: Wednesday 11th February 2026
Grade: 5
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working considered)
Position type: Permanent
Responsible to: PR & Communications Manager
Direct reports: None
Location: Truro, Cornwall (Hybrid) or Remote (UK based) with travel to Truro up to 4 times per year
ROLE PURPOSE:
As our Communications & PR Officer, you'll work closely with the Communications & PR Manager and lots of other colleagues across the organisation.
You'll create high quality written content including organisational messaging, reports, and press releases. You'll help drive fundraising and awareness by supporting campaigns and securing media coverage.
This role is key to:
- Raising awareness of ShelterBox's work and issues faced by the people we support
- Coordinating communications across fundraising and communications teams
- Ensuring consistency and accuracy in our external messaging
- Protecting and enhancing ShelterBox's reputation
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We're looking for a creative, motivated communications professional with experience writing for different audiences and working with the media.
You'll be organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing priorities in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
As part of the Communications & Digital team, you'll help increase awareness among new and existing audiences, support fundraising, and ensure teams across the organisation have the communications materials they need.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Media engagement
- Work with the PR & Communications Manager to maximise media opportunities across national and regional, print, digital, and broadcast media
- Draft press releases, features, opinion pieces, and letters to editors
- Prepare media pitches, briefings, quotes, and statements
- Proactively pitch stories and spokespeople for campaigns and response work
- Secure media interviews and manage logistics
- Monitor and respond to media requests via the PR inbox
- Track media coverage and analyse trends for KPI reporting
- Support organisation-wide media training
- Build and maintain regional and national media contacts
- Stay across the news agenda and our response work to identify opportunities
Communications
- Write clear, compelling organisational messaging and FAQs to support fundraising, especially during major disasters, appeals, and campaigns
- Draft key reports, including monthly response summaries, reach and impact reports, updates for our Royal patron, and the annual report
- Research and collaborate with colleagues to develop messaging
- Help develop and deliver communications campaigns
- Keep organisational statistics and messaging up to date
- Support with coordinating communications across channels to maximise storytelling
- Contribute creative ideas and support planning for communications activities
- Evaluate communications performance
- Identify messaging gaps and potential stories
Other duties
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the post
- Follow ShelterBox policies and procedures on Health & Safety and take responsibility for personal safety.
- Work flexibly, including out of hours when needed
Who we are –
Home-Start Portsmouth is a local family support charity based in Portsmouth, providing outreach services, free Stay & Play groups and working within the Portsmouth Family hubs as part of the Best Start in Life offer in the city. Portsmouth is one of the most deprived cities in the country, and many of the families we support are living with many adversities.
We are a volunteer led service providing parents and carers with the support and guidance they need to ensure the best possible outcomes for their children and their family. We empower families to thrive by providing child-centered family support and in 2025 we supported 1000 unique families across our 12 projects with the support from our 110 volunteers.
Our impact is measured and significant for the families we support and as a result, children will experience improved wellbeing and development. Our focus is to build a compassionate community of support for families, parents and children – because childhood can’t wait.
Our next chapter -
We are at a pivotal moment in the journey of Home-Start Portsmouth. After 25 years of exceptional service, our current CEO is stepping down, marking the end of an era and the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the charity. Over the past few years, we have grown to more than three times our original size, expanding our reach, services, and impact across the community.
Rising levels of need, increasing pressure on family services, and evolving external factors mean that demand for our support is growing. To meet these challenges, we are committed not only to sustaining our growth, but to strengthening it in a purposeful, strategic way by exploring new delivery models, new funding streams, and new partnerships that will secure the future of the organisation.
The new CEO will shape and inspire this next phase of development, whilst embodying the values and ethos of the charity. They will drive our future sustainability, develop strong external partnerships, and increase our influence locally ensuring that the charity remains resilient, relevant, and impactful.
Why this role matters -
Changing children’s futures is at the heart of everything we do. Families today are facing unprecedented pressures. Home-Start Portsmouth exists to stand alongside these families by providing practical, emotional, and relational support at the earliest possible stage, helping parents build confidence, resilience, and stability so children can thrive.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a transforming charity with extraordinary potential. The CEO will play a defining role in shaping the next era of Home-Start Portsmouth, ensuring that our mission is not only protected, but reinforced. The role directly influences the lives of children and families where the decisions made, the culture shaped, and the partnerships built by the CEO will determine how many families we can reach, how well we can support them, and how lasting that change will be. This is leadership with purpose where strategy, compassion, and impact come together to create lasting change.
Role Purpose
To provide inspirational, and strategic leadership to Home-Start Portsmouth (HSP), ensuring the charity delivers on its mission that no parent is unsupported in raising children and giving them the best start in life. The CEO is accountable for organisational performance, culture, sustainability, safeguarding, and impact, working in close partnership with the Board of Trustees.
Location: Home-Start Portsmouth
Reports to: Board of Trustees
Hours: 32-37 hours pw (over 4-5 days)
Salary: £57, 000
Main Responsibilities
1. Strategic & Executive Leadership
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Lead the development, delivery and review of HSP’s vision, strategy and long-term business plan in partnership with the Board.
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Translate strategic priorities into measurable operational plans and outcomes
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Anticipate changes in policy, funding and the wider operating environment
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Champion innovation, continuous improvement and effective use of technology
2. Organisational Leadership & Culture
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Build, lead and inspire a high-performing Senior Leadership Team
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Shape a values-led, inclusive and accountable organisational culture
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Oversee performance management, succession planning and leadership development
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Act as a visible, approachable leader and role model across the organisation
3. Service Delivery & Impact
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Hold overall accountability for safe, high-quality and cost-effective services
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Ensure services are responsive, evidence-led, and meet the needs of families and children
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Oversee delivery against contracts, KPIs, budgets and timelines
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Ensure robust impact measurement and reporting to funders, partners, and trustees
4. Governance, Safeguarding & Risk
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Work closely with the Chair and Board to maintain the highest standards of governance
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Lead a strong safeguarding culture and ensure full regulatory compliance
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Identify, manage, and escalate organisational risks appropriately
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Ensure policies, controls, and assurance frameworks are robust and current
5. Financial Leadership & Sustainability
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Secure and diversify income through bids, partnerships, and fundraising
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Set and manage budgets, ensuring strong financial control and value for money
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Provide clear, timely financial and performance reporting to the Board
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Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of HSP
6. External Relations & Influence
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Act as the public face and lead spokesperson for HSP
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Build and maintain strategic relationships with funders, commissioners, partners, and supporters
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Lead key partnerships and commissioning relationships
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Strengthen HSP’s reputation, profile, and influence locally and nationally
7. Authority & Accountability
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Full executive accountability for organisational performance and delivery
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Authority to make operational decisions within agreed strategy, budgets, and policies
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Responsibility to escalate significant risks, safeguarding, HR, and governance matters to the Board
The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that fall within the nature of the role and responsibilities of the post as detailed above.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
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Experience leading organisations at CEO or senior level; able to translate vision into measurable plans and respond to change.
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Strong understanding of charity governance and safeguarding
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Experience of financial management and income generation
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Knowledge of services for children and families (Desirable)
Abilities and Skills
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Strategic leadership and sound judgement
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Ability to lead, motivate and develop senior teams
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Build and run a motivated and effective team
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Manage performance, direct reports, set objectives, monitor, feedback, appraise
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Network across sites, manage communications and standards
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Coach and develop others
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Excellent communication and influencing skills
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Strong stakeholder and partnership management skills
Attitude
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Leads with integrity, transparency, and authenticity
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Values-led and committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding
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Inspires trust, confidence, and high performance in others
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Resilient and adaptable, able to lead calmly through change and uncertainty
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Approachable, visible, and engaged with staff, volunteers, and partners
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Courageous in decision-making and willing to challenge constructively
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Balanced and fair, applying consistent judgement while remaining flexible
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Passion to help families and children
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Home-Start Portsmouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and any other checks relevant to the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an influential leader looking for a new challenge? Would you like the opportunity to take a leading charity through the next exciting phase of its remarkable journey?
Harrogate Neighbours exists to support and improve the lives of elderly and vulnerable people across the region, transforming lives and empowering the community on a daily basis! With over 50 years of experience, they provide a vast range of services ranging from residential care (at their homes in Starbeck and Boroughbridge) to meals on wheels in the community to The charity’s values focus on compassion, accountability, respect and excellence, and the incredible staff team deliver an uncompromised standard of care to all.
We have a career defining opportunity for a new CEO to lead this organisation, and community, and in doing so inspire and transform lives across the region!
The Role
The CEO will be accountable to the talented and committed Board of Trustees and be responsible for the overall strategic management, leadership, and development of Harrogate Neighbours. Duties will include:
- Ensuring the development and implementation of integrated strategies across care, housing, operations, finance, marketing and communications, human resources and workforce, information management and technology, estates and performance monitoring, management and reporting.
- Providing overall leadership for Harrogate Neighbours in line with the vision, mission and values agreed by the Board of Trustees.
- Providing strategic leadership for fundraising and income diversification, ensuring the organisation has a sustainable and mixed portfolio of income.
- Developing and maintaining positive collaborative partnership arrangements with commissioners, local authorities, local communities, MPs, the voluntary sector, communities and other key partners and stakeholders.
- Overseeing the financial processes for the organisation and leading delivery of the agreed budgets.
The Person
We are looking for a visionary leader - a creative, charismatic and influential individual who is passionate about the values, ethos and mission of the charity! The skills and experience we are looking for include:
- A demonstrable track record of working in a senior strategic leadership role
- Evidence of working with senior leaders and board members to ensure strong and effective financial management
- Strong networking and influencing skills with an ability to build excellent relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong and clear communication skills with an ability to lead internally, and also deliver messages to a variety of audiences externally.
This is a truly wonderful opportunity to lead a fantastic charity where you will directly influence the landscape for the communities across the Harrogate region, for the future. As CEO of Harrogate Neighbours, you will be leading a financially stable organisation with a strong board and talented staff team. The charity also promotes a supportive culture, has a generous pension scheme, offers a variety of wellbeing initiatives, 6.6 weeks annual leave and a range of additional benefits (including Blue Light Card and paid for massages!).
If you believe that you could be the right person to lead this charity through the next phase of its exciting journey then get in touch for more information, or apply here before Friday 27th February.
First stage interviews have been scheduled for Friday 20th March, and second stage interviews will be on 25th, 26th and 27th March 2026.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that Charity Horizons use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
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Temporary Database & Insight Officer
Rate: £16.06 per hour
Contract: Temporary - 21st February to mid-April
Location: Hybrid - home-based with a minimum of two days every two weeks in the Bristol hub (or Bristol-based)
We're supporting a national charity to recruit a Temporary Database & Insight Officer to join their Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team during a period of development and change.
This role is ideal for someone with strong CRM and data processing experience who enjoys improving systems, ensuring data integrity, and supporting colleagues to use data effectively.
The role
Reporting to the Database and Insight Manager, you'll take responsibility for the administration of financial and supporter data from a range of internal and external sources. You'll play a key role in managing data imports, maintaining regulatory compliance, improving processes and supporting users across the organisation.
A key focus will be maximising the benefits of a recent Donorflex V12 upgrade and supporting ongoing work towards a more integrated organisational CRM.
Key responsibilities
Managing regular giving instructions within Donorflex, including BACS set-up, amendments, cancellations and reconciliation
Processing and auditing Gift Aid claims
Executing and developing data imports from multiple platforms, ensuring accuracy, reconciliation and correct income coding
Liaising with third-party suppliers and internal stakeholders on data specifications and transfer routines
Running data integrity reporting, audits and investigations, making recommendations to improve data quality
Undertaking regular data cleansing and deduplication (in-house and externally supported)
Developing and improving database and financial data processes
Onboarding new Donorflex users, managing permissions, delivering training and producing guidance materials
Managing a shared inbox and acting as first point of contact for database queries
Supporting the wider Fundraising and Supporter Engagement team with data selections and insight reviews
About you
Essential experience:
Proven experience working with CRM systems
Experience processing direct debits and financial data
Experience importing and exporting data using different rules and criteria
Technical knowledge:
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We are seeking a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the charity; sustaining and growing our work to enhance and protect the river environment so that people and wildlife can thrive.
About you
The successful candidate will have proven senior leadership skills and strong experience in the environmental conservation sector. They will be able to demonstrate experience and achievement across the core elements of a CEO role: strategic organisational planning, business development, operational delivery, people management and development, communication and management of resources.
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please consider joining us to lead our work in Rethinking Eden’s Rivers for Good.
About us
Eden Rivers Trust (ERT) is the Cumbrian conservation charity standing up for Eden’s rivers, enhancing and protecting the river environment so that people and wildlife can thrive. Since 1996, we have created and protected havens for wildlife, ensured that our precious fresh water is clean and safe for everyone, and spread the word about healthy, natural rivers far and wide.
Through the combination of our team’s expertise in working with nature and natural processes, the passion of our volunteers, and our partnership work, together we are finding better ways to help Eden’s rivers thrive – for wildlife, for people, and for generations to come.
About the role
This role represents an exciting opportunity to build on Eden Rivers Trust’s success and take the Trust forward at a time when rivers and water are high in the public consciousness and firmly on the Government’s agenda. Change is expected across the water sector, and Eden Rivers Trust wants to be part of delivering that change – working positively and practically from the ground up.
We have opportunities to make a significant impact in tackling many environmental issues around water in the Eden and Cumbria; promoting the concept of integrated catchment management through delivering our strategic plan and the Eden Catchment Plan, both of which contribute to the Cumbria Local Nature Recovery Strategy, the Government’s Environment Improvement Plan and Plan for Water.
We will do this working with a multitude of partners, including our sister Rivers Trusts in Cumbria and across the North West.
For more information and details of how to apply, please read the Recruitment pack
Deadline for applications: Midnight, Sunday, 15 March 2026
First interviews for this post will take place either week beginning Monday, 23 March or 30 March 2026 and will be a mixture of online and in-person interviews.
To improve and protect the River Eden, its tributaries and lakes, for the benefit of people and wildlife.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Overview
We’re looking for a Senior Business Development Officer to join our national Business Development Team. This is an ideal next step for you if you’re an experienced bid writer looking to grow your career in business development, make social impact, and develop your leadership skills. We’d particularly like to hear from people that have experience of writing high-scoring drug and alcohol service bids.
Location: London, Brighton, Manchester or Leeds.
Salary: £43,384.62 − £47,792.23 per year. If you’re based in London, you’ll receive an additional £4,133.14 per year for Inner London Weighting.
Contract: Permanent.
Responsibilities
About the role
Change Grow Live is a health and social care charity. Across the country, we support people to make positive changes in their lives, including around drug and alcohol use, smoking, homelessness and criminal justice.
As a Senior Business Development Officer, you’ll play a lead role in the development and writing of tenders and proposals for a variety of health and social care services. This role offers a great opportunity to learn and develop while using your established skills, and you’ll be encouraged to take on more responsibility as you progress.
This role offers a great opportunity to learn and develop while using your established skills, and you’ll be encouraged to take on more responsibility as you progress, including line management opportunities.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Writing and editing complex and highly weighted bid responses, working to short timeframes
- Project managing the writing of key tenders with support from a Business Development Manager
- Supporting the development of Assistant Business Development Officers and Business Development Officers, with the potential of providing line management
- Working with staff across the organisation and our partners to develop bids that reflect best practice respond to local needs
- Producing and coordinating detailed research for upcoming opportunities, including meeting with subject matter experts, analysing data and collating evidence
- Creating presentations, diagrams and reports
- Participating in and leading reviews of our bid and proposal processes.
About you
We’re looking for candidates with proven experience of writing tenders, proposals or grant applications in health and social care.
You are:
- A highly competent communicator with a successful track record in bid writing, ideally for drug and alcohol treatment or related services
- Experienced in leading smaller bids and proposals
- Able to analyse data and interpret evidence, with good IT and research skills
- Solution-focused, creative and proactive
- Happy to give and receive constructive, challenging feedback
- Collaborative and contribute to a positive culture team
- Ready to work hard to deliver on CGL’s values and mission.
What we offer
You’ll be able to access structured training, development and mentoring as part of a supportive team. There’s a clear progression pathway within the team, from Senior Business Development Officer to Manager, Senior Manager, Deputy Director, and Director. Several of our current Business Development Managers were previously in the Senior Business Development Officer role.
We also offer:
- The option to work from home for some of the week
- Wellbeing support, including an employee assistance programme and an hour each week for wellbeing activities of your choice (find out more here).
We want our workforce to represent the diversity of the people and communities we work with. We pride ourselves on an inclusive and supportive workplace, evidenced through our Investors in People silver status.
We’re happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you need to be successful. Please let us know in your application or at any stage of the process if you would like to discuss this.
Before you apply
In the application portal, there’s a section called ‘how you meet the criteria for the role’. This is your chance to tell us about why you’re a good fit for this job – we won’t be able to consider your application unless it’s filled in. Please explain how you meet each of the person specification criteria (listed at the end of the job description). Use clear examples of your experience (this link contains some useful guidance). As guidance, written statements should not exceed 1,000 words. You can address multiple criteria together where you think it makes sense.
Interviews will be held 16th – 23rd February 2026 via MS Teams. We’ll also ask shortlisted candidates to complete a written task online during this timeframe, at a time of your choice. We may hold a pre-qualification stage task (e.g. presentation) depending on the number of applicants.
We encourage applications from individuals who may not meet every requirement but are excited about the role. We value lived experience of substance use, homelessness, and/or multiple disadvantages.
We’re a Disability Confident Committed employer. Under our Disability Confident interview scheme, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates where they meet our selection criteria in their application. Some of our roles attract a high volume of applications and in some circumstances where it is not practicable or appropriate, we may limit the number of interviews offered to disabled and non-disabled candidates. Please confirm in the ‘how you meet the criteria for the role’ part of the application if you are applying under this scheme. We will provide reasonable adjustments as needed.
Check the job description and team explainer for more information. Contact Yasmin Gilders to discuss this role further.
What our people say
Holly, Senior Business Development Officer said:
“What are your favourite parts of the job? The amount we learn from bid to bid. No two services are the same and I’m constantly coming across amazing individuals, teams and interventions. Being part of a team that helps share and celebrate great work, and support other services to implement new and exciting initiatives is really rewarding.
How would you describe the team? Helpful, real and full of knowledge. Everyone comes from different backgrounds and is happy to share their skills, knowledge and learning. I’ve never felt like I’ve asked a silly question, and I don’t feel like I must put a on ‘work mask’ every day.
What were your highlights from last year? Becoming a Senior and working across 7 different bids or direct awards last year. It was busy but I learnt so much, made some great connections with people across the organisation and feel excited for 2026.”
Fran, who progressed from this role to Business Development Manager last year:
“How did the role help you progress? The Senior Business Development Officer role sets you up to well to progress into a Business Development Manager role, as you begin to get involved in managing writing teams, reviewing written responses, engaging with Service Managers and Directors in model development and hold line management responsibilities. I was in the Senior Business Development Officer role for just over a year and a half before successfully applying to the Manager role.
How would you describe the team? The Business Development team are incredibly supportive and will give you the opportunity to develop in areas that you’re interested in. My manager supported to me build skills and experience that pushed me out of my comfort zone but enabled me to progress into the Business Development Manager role.
What would you say to someone thinking of applying? Alongside developing your writing skills, this role is a great place to shape your leadership and management skills. If you don’t have line management experience, don’t let this put you off.”
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 39 to 43 (£43,384.61 - £47,792.23)
Interview Date
16/2/2026
Closing Date
8/2/2026
Our mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
Seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, dedicated yet compassionate leader to drive the charity forward with a fresh strategy, new ideas and a bold vision. As CEO you will provide visionary, strategic, and operational leadership to the Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, ensuring we fulfil our mission and grow sustainably. You will act as a key ambassador, building partnerships and maintaining our reputation for excellence ensuring we move forward with impact sharing the strength and passion that we have continued to experience for almost 70 years.
Key Responsibilities (see breakdown within attached job specification)
- Strategic leadership
- Operational Management
- External Engagement
- Governance and Board Relations
- Team Leadership
What we do
IA offers peer-to-peer support to those with, or about to have, either an ileostomy or an internal pouch. We also help fund research into bowel disease and other conditions leading to the removal of the colon, as well as providing relevant information to interested parties using a range of channels.
Our strapline, “Because we know, we care”, sums up our whole ethos. Individuals can join either their local IA member organisation, or the IA national charity, and in either case, gain access to a range of services and support, including our flagship quarterly Journal, local and national meetings and information events, and other services such as our One2One peer support and Support Through Therapy services.
What you offer
Essential
• Proven senior leadership experience, ideally as a CEO or Director in the charity or social enterprise sector
• Demonstrable experience of strategic planning and implementation
• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, professionals and volunteers both internally and publicly
• Work empathetically with vulnerable adults employing working knowledge of safeguarding
• Financial management and budget oversight
• Demonstrable experience of implementing and monitoring services based on financial benefit and social benefit
• Track record of income generation and fundraising
• Demonstrable experience of operating within a governance and regulatory framework
• Experience of developing, managing and supporting high performing teams with a strong growth mindset
• Builds effective relationships with a strong network instilling confidence and trust
• Experience of leading a team delivering effectively against objectives
Skills and Qualities
• Visionary and values-led leadership
• Ethical decision-maker
• Strong, confident and decisive performing well under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience, adaptability, empathy and emotional intelligence
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
What we offer
Contract: Part time 60% FTE – flexible over 3-5 days, permanent role.
Location: Remote (with regular travel to National Office (Rochford, Essex) and other UK locations, as required)
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 equivalent FT (pro-rata 60%), commensurate with experience plus benefits
Please see further information about us, what you will offer and who we are looking for within the attached role profile.
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1. Your CV (max 4 pages)
2. A covering letter outlining suitability including responses to the following questions (maximum 1000 words)
Additional Questions:
• What motivates you to join IA and why this role?
• What makes you an ideal candidate to take the charity forward?
• What three priorities do you think non profits, in general, should focus on in the current climate and why?
• How would you introduce positive, effective change into a 70-year-old organisation?
Applications should be submitted via the advertising platform including your CV and covering letter. See attached role profile for recruitment timetable and further details about us/the role, including contact details for an informal chat, if required, before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Chief Executive provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Sheila McKechnie Foundation, ensuring the organisation delivers meaningful impact, remains financially sustainable, and continues to be a respected voice in social change and activism.
Leading a small, committed team, the Chief Executive will set the strategic direction, secure and steward funding, and ensure effective delivery of programmes and services. They will work closely with the Board of Trustees, act as an ambassador for the Foundation, and foster strong relationships with partners, funders, and stakeholders.
This is a hands-on role suited to a versatile leader with a passion for social change and building communities, who thrives in a small charity environment.
Please note this is a UK-based role and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Turn2us, we believe that everyone should have financial security so that they can thrive. Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of poverty. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.
We are searching for a Trust and Foundations Officer to work with the Trust and Foundations Manager to grow Turn2us’ income from grant funding. This role will sit within the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships Team, which focuses on building relationships with trusts, corporates and major donors.
The ideal person for this role may have experience working within the charity sector, or equivalent, in a relationship management role and/or knowledge of how to work with Trust and Foundations to generate income. Or they may have relevant transferable skills that they are looking to apply to this role. Key skills include good written communication, good time management and organisational abilities, the ability to infer and interpret different types of information and good relationship management skills.
Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read a safeguarding policy on the Turn2us website.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are contractually required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month on a weekly basis. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
Closing date: 23rd February 2026, 09:00am
1st Interviews: 3rd March 2026
Senior Marketing Officer - Supporter Activation
Contract type: Permanent / Full Time – 35 hours per week
Location: London, UK
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40% of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.
Travel: UK and potential international travel. Will be required to liaise with internal stakeholders outside of the UK, in varying time zones.
Salary:£39,358 - £41,325 per year with excellent benefits
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team
The Activation team sits within the Supporter Marketing team which plays a key role in our successful and innovative fundraising programme. The team is vital to the long-term income growth of the organisation; recruiting new individual givers and increasing the engagement of existing supporters through an audience led communication programme of diverse channels and products.
About the role
In this Senior Marketing Officer role with the Activation Team, you will be responsible for the management and delivery of the Press Inserts and Door Drop campaigns. You will be supporting the Senior Marketing Manager and taking direct responsibility in the exploration and delivery of new campaigns, projects and channels. The role will also include support in the delivery of the DRTV and Brand programmes as well as supporting with ad hoc team requirements.
It’s an exciting time to join as we look to new and exciting ways to tell our story so you’ll be working with a range of internal and external teams to drive the programme forward.
In this role, you will:
- Work closely with multiple internal and external teams, creative and media agencies and printers. Manage key agency relationships, including liaising with account managers to deliver campaigns and projects.
- Be responsible for developing the strategy, analysis and reporting of ongoing Press Insert and Door Drop campaigns.
- Work with the Insight Team and creative agencies to manage and deliver audience focussed communications.
- Support the Senior Marketing Manager (Supporter Activation) to prepare annual plans and budgets and manage monthly cost monitoring and invoice processing.
- Collaborate with relevant colleagues in other departments to identify and implement new cross-working opportunities
- Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
- Proven experience in a successful direct marketing, fundraising, supporter activation and/or supporter engagement and/or customer marketing role
- Experience working in a project managing role, in particular leading or supporting on the delivery of complex campaigns with multiple stakeholders
- Ability to work flexibly and independently, to manage varying competing priorities and meet strict deadlines with often changing priorities
Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
- Experience of project managing direct marketing campaigns from start to finish across a range of channels, including print, telemarketing and digital.
- Experience of presenting to and project managing internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience of working in the voluntary/fundraising sector
- Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and being able to work to short deadlines
Closing date: Applications close at 12:00 PM UK time on 17th February 2026. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 23 February 2026.
How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV and cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Preemployment screening: To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
Our People Promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change!
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.



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Established in 1997, Jigsaw4u provide a range of services for children, young people and families experiencing complex social and emotional difficulties in SW London.
Jigsaw4u is a rewarding place to work with a supportive team environment. Working for us offers the chance to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people and families.
We are seeking a proactive HR Operations Manager to join our Management Team. This key role oversees HR and operational management, ensuring that our people, systems and processes support high-quality, impactful services.
Jigsaw4u’s HR Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day HR and operational management functions, supporting staff wellbeing, organisational development, compliance and high-quality service delivery. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a values-driven environment and is passionate about helping a charity maximise its positive impact on local communities.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full details.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may take place before the closing date. We therefore encourage early applications, as the vacancy may close prior to the advertised deadline
Helping children, young people and families in South West London put the pieces back together following social and emotional difficulties.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our sector leading client on a fantastic New Business Manager role. This position offers the opportunity to lead strategic growth through developing a robust pipeline of high-value partnerships, focusing on securing multi-year, six-figure corporate partnerships. There will be the opportunity to support the Senior New Business Manager on winning 7 figure strategic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities, with an emphasis on new approaches for opportunities exceeding £100k.
- Lead on securing large, strategic accounts by demonstrating clear, measurable success and delivering tailored pitches.
- Effectively communicate wins, providing detailed figures and outcomes to showcase proven success.
- Potential line management responsibility of an officer
- Manage exciting projects and collaborate on ambitious targets, aiming to exceed a £900k target.
- Maintain proactive engagement with prospects via inbound channels and strategic outreach
Person Specification
- Proven experience in the charity sector from a new business corporate partnership role or from the commercial sector with the ability to transfer skills
- Passion for new business and thrives in winning new partnerships
- Demonstrable track record securing high-value, multi-year partnerships (£100k plus), with clear, quantifiable outcomes.
- Skilled at engaging new prospects through cold outreach, with experience working on developing new business pipelines.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present compelling pitches and detailed success stories.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and build sustainable long-term relationship
- Line management experience is advantageous but not essential
What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £46,000
Flexible working-part time/compressed working considered
Excellent range of benefits
Strong internal development opportunities
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.