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Working closely with the Trusts Managers, and the Senior Philanthropy & Trusts Manager, you will lead the teams to secure, and grow, vital funding from trust sources to support the welfare of dogs and cats across the UK and internationally. The role currently leads a team of three.
The Trusts Lead will drive forward the Trusts strategy as well as oversee KPI development and measurement, and budgets for the team. The role is also responsible for account managing a handful of partners, as well as an organisationally significant seven-figure relationship with Postcode Lottery, requiring significant work with stakeholders across Battersea.
The post will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, but in particular with the Head of Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial, the Senior Corporate & Commercial Partnerships Manager, the Senior Fundraising Operations Manager, the Special Events & Stewardship Manager and Marketing & Communications teams to collaborate on joint projects and ensure contacts are shared to maximise all opportunities.
This is an exciting opportunity to further develop an already successful team and make a real difference to the cause of animal welfare.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year.
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans.
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 20th August 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Interview date(s): First Round Interviews: week commencing 24th August 2026; Second Round Interviews: week commencing 31st August 2026
For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



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About us
Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.
To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Sponsorship and Individual Giving Officer. This role will play a key part in increasing and diversifying our income, enabling us to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome even more dogs during this pivotal moment in our charity’s history.
Role
Greyhound Rescue Wales is seeking a motivated and compassionate Sponsorship and Individual Giving Officer to grow and steward this important income stream. This role will nurture, develop and manage our corporate and individual giving programme, including legacies, ensuring our supporters feel valued and informed.
As part of our Income Generation Team, you will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, Trusts & Foundations Officer and Community & Events Fundraiser to help deliver an annual income target of £400K+.
You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of corporate relationships, membership and donors, whilst developing new partnerships and individual giving, including development of our legacies programme.
Please see attached the full job description and person specification
We work for a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.
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Senior Relationship Fundraising Officer – Scotland
The Relationship Fundraising team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) is responsible for securing income from individuals, regional businesses and groups fundraising in the community, effectively managing relationships to maximise income.
The Relationship Fundraising role will play a significant part in contributing to a high-performing fundraising team. The role will cover the country of Scotland.
You will report to the Relationship Fundraising Manager and support the Head of Relationship Fundraising & Volunteering to drive the continued growth of the charity’s fundraising income in your area. You will also be required to show excellent relationship-building skills to support community partnerships and volunteer groups, driving towards agreed targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy, finance, and reporting
· Responsibility for stewardship and relationship building with supporters within the region.
· Identify and apply for corporate partnerships with organisations in the region, account manage these relationships up to a value of £50,000 per annum and support the Partnership Development Team with national partnerships in your region.
· Support existing volunteer fundraisers to encourage continued loyalty to the charity and to maximise funds raised, in accordance with fundraising legislation and good practice.
· Recruit new fundraising supporters in line with strategy.
· Support the Relationship Fundraising Manager (RFM) and Head of Relationship Fundraising & Volunteering (HORFV) in developing the Relationship Fundraising strategy for ARUK to increase income within this stream.
· Support and extend volunteer networks within the geographical area in line with strategy.
· To ensure that fundraising activity is implemented and managed to deliver budgets, targets and income in line with strategy. To achieve this by supporting and facilitating the development of groups and volunteers across the geographical area.
· Work across a diverse geographical area and within a geographically dispersed team, whilst managing own workload in a cost-effective and proactive way.
Supporter Management
· Provide excellent customer service to fundraising supporters and key regional contacts, with prompt responses to enquiries, to acknowledge support and increase long-term loyalty.
· Provide high-quality account management to volunteer groups in the geographical area.
· Effective management of volunteer relationships within the geographical area.
· Support, motivate and develop local fundraising volunteers, ensuring they have a clear understanding of ARUK to enable them to represent the charity’s work effectively.
· In liaison with the Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Officers, provide high quality account management to corporate supporters within specified geographical area and/or of relevant value.
· Keep up to date with fundraising legislation and codes of practice to be able to provide relevant advice to fundraisers.
· Ensure volunteers and fundraisers have all necessary materials for fundraising initiatives.
Increasing Community Support within geographical area
· Use own initiative to extend volunteer networks, develop new groups and supporters, and respond to fundraising opportunities within geographical area, in line with strategy.
· Manage recruitment process of new ARUK volunteers in geographical area, providing relevant support and training.
· Liaise with local community organisations (predominantly golf clubs) – both previous and new potential supporters – to extend income and activity in line with strategy.
· Provide face-to-face talks and presentations to community organisations for recruitment/ cultivation purposes.
· Arrange appropriate volunteer representation at events in the community, spreading the charity’s reach cost-effectively.
· Identify, research and target prospective community organisations, in liaison with RFM.
· Identify, research and target prospective local corporates in liaison with RFM / HORFV and ARUK’s Partnership Development Managers and Partnership Development Officers, in line with strategy.
· Accurately track and record contact with both community and corporate prospects for planning and reporting purposes.
Monitoring and Reporting
· Ensure that your activity is monitored and evaluated, clearly communicating progress to your Relationship Fundraising Manager.
· Manage relevant information on the charity’s database, keeping detailed, up-to-date records of activity and income.
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
· Experience in partnership fundraising and/or relationship building
· Experience and confidence in public-speaking, such as giving presentations and talking at events
· Knowledge of recruiting key volunteers and fundraising supporters
· Experience and a keen interest in building long term relationships with supporters
· Proven ability of providing excellent stewardship
· Experience in using a database to record and report on impact and activity
· An ability to manage a busy and varied workload
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
· Excellent organisational skills
· Full driver’s licence with access to own vehicle.
· Flexibility to work some unsociable hours and willingness to travel independently
· Live within defined region
Additional Information:
Ways of working:
As part of our Remote ways of working you will be home based. You will only need to attend the office for specific requirements of the role and the business needs.
Roles that are classed as part of the Remote ways of working are able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £35,000 per annum, plus benefits and £3,500 car allowance and associated expenses (where applicable).
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 16th August 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
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Mass Participation Events Manager
The role of Mass Participation Events Manager is an exciting new role that will be integral to building on the success of our new mass fundraising product – Walk For A Cure (WFAC).
WFAC is our flagship fundraising event series of 5k accessible walks, bringing together anyone impacted by dementia for a shared purpose- to find a cure.
We have big ambitions for the growth of this exciting mass participation product and next year we will be improving on the microsite functionality, stewardship journeys, and marketing plans to help us drive increased fundraising and remittance.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and delivery partners to ensure the events are delivered on time and to target by putting in place a robust project plan, working groups, reporting and evaluations and ensuring our processes and procedures are fit for purpose.
This role sits within the Supporter-led Fundraising (SLF) team at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) sitting within the Fundraising and Marketing Directorate and is responsible for securing income from individuals, groups, and corporates in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning and Management:
· Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan for WFAC, guiding cross-functional teams through its execution.
· Manage project risks and decisions to ensure smooth project progression.
· Establish and lead internal working groups or workstreams for effective collaboration.
· Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders involved in the WFAC project.
· Promote best practices in project management across the organization, working closely with the central Projects Team.
Collaboration and Coordination:
· Collaborate closely with internal teams, external agencies, and delivery partners to ensure successful event delivery.
· Oversee deliverables from key agencies and ensure alignment with project objectives.
· Work with ARUK teams such as marketing and design to define roles, responsibilities, and timelines.
· Provide on-the-day event delivery support at all WFAC events.
Reporting and Communication:
· Generate weekly reports and updates for the Heads of Mass Participation & Relationship Fundraising to track project progress and address any issues.
· Facilitate ARUK-wide updates on the WFAC project, ensuring alignment with key teams.
· Stay informed about ARUK's strategic direction, organisational goals, and priorities.
Data and Insight:
· Collaborate with Insight specialists to gather internal and external insights needed to understand the WFAC audience.
· Work with the data team to establish PowerBI dashboards for product performance insight and lifecycle management.
Accessibility and Inclusivity:
· Work with key internal teams to support on delivering accessibility at WFAC events the development of a 'Dementia Friendly Mass Participation Event' framework.
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
· Demonstrable experience of using project managements principles and techniques to coordinate multiple workstreams, stakeholders, risks and deadlines.
· Experience managing agencies and suppliers and ensuring all contractual requirements are delivered on time and budget.
· Demonstrable experience in championing a product at an organisational level with excellent skills in influencing and negotiation.
· Project Management experience.
· Experience of analysing and monitoring data in a consumer/supporter environment and utilising outputs to advise and drive forward activity.
· Skills in producing evaluations, reporting on objectives and sharing insights.
· Demonstrable ability to work with a variety of different internal and external stakeholders at all levels
· Willingness to travel throughout the UK and to work event weekends including overnight stays- primarily WFAC events.
· A self-starter, able to work with independence, drive and initiative.
· Creative flair, with a strong eye for detail.
· Getting the best out of people and partner agencies.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Excellent organisational skills: the ability to manage a varied workload.
· An ability to inspire and motivate colleagues to support a project.
Additional Information:
Ways of working:
As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum, plus benefits
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 16th August 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
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People Coordinator
Location: London (with hybrid working)
Contract: Fixed term - 12 months
Salary: £37,782 gross per annum FTE ; £22,670 gross per annum pro rata for 22.5 hours
Closing date: 20th August 2026
Saferworld is an independent international organisation working to prevent violent conflict and build safer lives. We are seeking a People Coordinator (Maternity Cover) to play a central role in delivering a positive, consistent and supportive employee experience across our global team.
About the role
The People Coordinator provides high‑quality coordination and day‑to‑day delivery across Saferworld’s people function, supporting staff and managers throughout the employee lifecycle. You will be a key point of contact for HR coordination, staff wellbeing and employee experience, helping ensure our recruitment, onboarding, systems, policies and people processes run smoothly and effectively.
This role blends operational HR support with systems and process coordination. You will help maintain accurate people data, strengthen ways of working, support organisational wellbeing initiatives and contribute to a positive, values driven culture.
Key responsibilities
Employee Lifecycle Coordination
- Lead end‑to‑end coordination of recruitment, onboarding, induction, probation, contract changes, leave processes and exits.
- Prepare job adverts, arrange interviews, support shortlisting and manage candidate communication.
- Coordinate induction arrangements and deliver a quarterly global induction programme.
- Maintain accurate HR documentation, trackers and staff files, ensuring timely and compliant processes.
- Review and improve lifecycle processes to enhance efficiency, consistency and staff experience.
- Administer staff benefit schemes and coordinate annual renewals.
Staff Wellbeing, Engagement and Employee Relations
- Act as a first point of contact for HR, wellbeing and employee experience queries.
- Coordinate wellbeing initiatives and support continuous improvement of our wellbeing offer.
- Work with the Head of People to manage external wellbeing providers and workshops.
- Support staff engagement activities and work collaboratively with staff representatives.
- Provide first‑line employee relations support and coordinate casework, ensuring accurate records.
- Support parental leave, keep‑in‑touch arrangements and other employee experience processes.
HR Systems, Processes and Policy Support
- Maintain People systems (including Cascade), ensuring data accuracy and timely updates.
- Coordinate people data, monthly reporting and routine updates.
- Support development and rollout of People policies, templates and guidance.
- Manage wellbeing and People content on SharePoint and internal platforms.
- Provide content for staff communications, including monthly people updates.
- Support implementation of audit recommendations and process improvements.
Payroll, Compliance and People Operations
- Work closely with Finance to ensure payroll changes are captured accurately and on time.
- Support preparation and checking of final pay and employee change documentation.
- Help ensure compliance with Saferworld policies, standards and employment legislation.
- Monitor deadlines and coordinate routine People activities, including contract administration, leave tracking and training records.
- Support procurement and administration linked to wellbeing and people initiatives.
Learning, Coordination and Cross‑Organisational Support
- Support identification of learning and development needs and coordinate training activities.
- Build strong working relationships across country programmes and global teams.
- Contribute to People projects, organisational priorities and improvements to staff experience.
- Provide flexible support to wider team priorities as required.
About you
You will bring:
- Experience in HR coordination or a similar people‑focused role.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive, supportive and confidential approach to working with staff and managers.
- Confidence using HR systems and managing people data.
- A commitment to staff wellbeing, positive employee experience and Saferworld’s values.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and cultures.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a friendly, values‑driven People Team committed to improving staff experience and wellbeing across a global organisation. This role offers variety, autonomy and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to how we support our people.
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Do you believe communities are central to preventing violence and creating safer neighbourhoods? Salford CVS is looking for a Development Worker (Violence Reduction) to support a community-led programme in Little Hulton, working alongside young people, residents and local organisations to identify priorities, shape solutions and drive positive change.
You'll build relationships, facilitate community engagement and co-design activities, amplify youth and community voices, and help local partners deliver initiatives that address the root causes of violence. If you're passionate about working with young people, strengthening communities and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Main purposes of the post
To support the delivery of the community-led violence reduction programme in Salford, working with young people, communities and VCSE partners in Little Hulton.
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit worked with 10GM, other VCSE providers and local communities to co-design our approach to a community-led violence reduction programme. The programme is one of the Violence Reduction Unit’s flagship projects across Greater Manchester and is in line with the ambitions of the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Strategy and Public Service Reform programme to involve communities to identify priorities, problem solve and direct investment and interventions accordingly. In Salford, the programme will be delivered within Little Hulton.
Hours: Part-time, 18.75 hours per week.
Days: To be confirmed (core hours are worked between 8am – 6pm, Monday to Friday).
Contract: 1-year fixed-term contract, subject to the successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.
Place of work: Salford CVS’ offices in Eccles and within Little Hulton.
The Benefits of Working for Salford CVS:
- 28 days’ holiday - rising to 30 days (after five years), plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time)
- Enhanced company sick and maternity pay, subject to terms and conditions of service
- Pension scheme - with 7% employer contribution (and 1% mandatory employee contribution)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Membership of the Hospital Saturday Fund via an employer subsidised scheme (optional and non-contractual)
- RHS family membership (optional and non-contractual)
- Development opportunities - we support and encourage our staff to progress in their careers (including formal training)
- A supportive working culture - we respect and support one another to do the best we can
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer, Living Hours Employer and Living Wage Funder, ensuring not just our staff are paid the ‘real’ Living Wage but also that any projects we fund can do the same.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘apply’ button.
Closing date: Noon on Wednesday, 26th August 2026.
Interviews: Tuesday, 8th September 2026 - in person at Salford CVS’ offices.
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Job description
Overall purpose of role
As WeProtect Global Alliance Fundraising and Grants Manager,you will:
- Lead the day-to-day management of a multi-donor grant portfolio (restricted and unrestricted) to ensure donor obligations are met in full and on time.
- Optimise and maintain grants management systems (calendars, trackers, templates, CRM, workflows) proportionate to a small organisation operating at global scale.
- Produce and co-ordinate high-quality donor reporting and contribute to renewal and proposal development, working closely with the Head of Development and collaborating with the Deputy Head of Operations and Finance, as well as colleagues in the Strategy and Members teams.
- Ensure and strengthen donor compliance, due diligence, and data assurance across the grant lifecycle in line with donor requirements, relevant regulations (including UK and EU), and best practice standards (including GDPR).
- Support the Head of Development and Deputy Head of Operations and Finance with grant budgets, forecasts and pipeline, supporting decision-making by the Executive Team and Board.
Key responsibilities
Portfolio ownership & planning
- Maintain a live grants calendar covering deliverables, reports, payments, audits and evaluations; ensure all internal and donor deadlines are met.
- Act as primary point of contact for assigned donors on contractual, reporting, and routine relationship matters, escalating strategically as needed.
Reporting & stewardship
- Coordinate the production of timely, accurate and outcome-focused narrative and financial reports, synthesising inputs from programme, policy, finance and leadership colleagues.
- Support contract amendments/variations, no-cost extensions, and budget realignments in collaboration with the Head of Development and Deputy Head of Operations and Finance.
Compliance, risk & due diligence
- Interpret, operationalise, and ensure adherence to donor terms and conditions, including eligibility rules, procurement, safeguarding, DEI, anti-fraud, and data protection requirements.
- Contribute to risk registers linked to grants and grant files (audit-ready) with clear decision trails.
- Support alignment with UK and EU regulatory frameworks and internal policies.
Budgeting, finance & cost recovery
- Support the Head of Development and Deputy Head of Operations and Finance to maintain budgets, forecasts, and cashflows to delivery plans.
- Support cost recovery and overhead allocation approaches and ensure compliant coding and reporting for restricted awards (i.e. timesheets and expense coding).
- Track income recognition and receivables against milestones; prepare payment requests/invoices as required.
Proposals, renewals & pipeline support
- Work with and report to the Head of Development to identify and develop new funding opportunities.
- Support the preparation of compelling proposals, concept notes, and donor presentations tailored to institutional, foundation, and private sector partners.
- Conduct donor research and maintain a live fundraising tracker and CRM system to support proactive pipeline management.
- Contribute to the cultivation and stewardship of funders, preparing impact reports, case studies, and donor communications.
- Coordinate cross-team inputs for donor meetings, funding campaigns, or events that support income generation.
Systems, data & process improvement
- Utilise available grants management tools (e.g., trackers, templates, checklists, shared drives/SharePoint, CRM).
· Promote disciplined data management, ensuring GDPR-compliant document storage and access controls.
- Provide training and guidance to colleagues on grant requirements and internal workflows.
Governance & internal collaboration
- Prepare or contribute to concise briefings, dashboards, and summaries for the Head of Development, Executive Team, and Global Policy Board.
- Contribute to annual planning, KPI setting, and impact measurement related to fundraising and grant delivery.
- Support continuous improvement in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.
Expectations
Cross-functional operational collaboration
- Contribute to the WeProtect Global Alliance operational compliance, financial and grant management processes and systems.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver cross-functional projects that will strengthen the reach and impact of the WeProtect Global Alliance Secretariat.
Building an inclusive culture
- Play a proactive role in ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is embedded in everything we do.
- Embrace diversity and recognise different perspectives within collaborative working to create a more impactful and effective organisation.
- Commit to ensuring all employees are treated fairly and equitably at work, feel like they belong, and promote equality in physical and mental health for all.
Other
- To attend and contribute to meetings, training, and other events as required.
- To actively participate in our supervision and appraisal process.
- To ensure that all responsibilities and activities within this post are delivered in accordance with WeProtect Global Alliance core values and relevant corporate, organisational, financial, and compliance policies.
- To travel to meetings, which may require the need to work unsociable hours, e.g. attending evening or weekend meetings.
- To adhere to relevant legal and statutory requirements including the Data Protection Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- To use WeProtect Global Alliance resources responsibly.
As a global, multi-sector alliance, ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is embedded in everything we do is a critical priority. We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation, recognising different perspectives, will enable us to be impactful and effective. We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equality in physical and mental health for all.
Person Specification
Essential criteria
Experience
1. Substantial hands-on experience managing multi-donor grants across the full lifecycle, from start-up to close-out with a diverse donor community (governments/multilaterals, trusts and foundations, and private donors), including restricted awards.
2. Proven track record coordinating high-quality donor reports and ensuring contractual compliance across multiple awards and deadlines.
3. Demonstrable experience collaborating internally and leading applications, funding reports, financial reporting (budgets, forecasts, cost recovery, and expenditure monitoring).
4. Experience of preparing concept notes, proposals, and application forms for funding opportunities.
5. Experience with grant databases/CRM.
6. Stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising with donors and supporting senior leaders with briefings and stewardship.
7. Experience in due diligence, risk management and audit-readiness for grants (e.g., procurement, safeguarding, sanctions/PEP checks, data protection).
8. Proven experience working autonomously in a fast-paced environment to deliver a broad range of donor activities.
Skills
1. Outstanding organisation and time management, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain meticulous records.
2. Excellent written communication, able to synthesise complex information into clear, outcome-focused reports and proposals.
3. Financial literacy: confident reviewing budgets, variances and forecasts; advanced Excel skills and comfort with shared-working tools (MS Office, Teams, SharePoint).
4. Analytical judgement and problem-solving, with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset.
5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, international team, exercising discretion and sound judgement.
6. Commitment to safeguarding, child protection, EDI, and ethical fundraising practice.
Knowledge
1. Practical understanding of donor compliance for public/institutional and philanthropic funders, including awareness of different types of donor reporting requirements.
2. Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning principles and how to evidence impact and learning in grant reports.
3. Familiarity with data protection (GDPR) and information governance in grants contexts.
4. Understanding of WeProtect Global Alliance’s mission, vision, values, and global operating context.
Other
1. A willingness to travel and work unsocial hours (time in lieu can be claimed)
2. Commitment to your own continuing professional and personal development
3. To uphold high standards of work, standards, and conduct in line with WeProtect Global Alliance values.
Desirable Criteria
1. Experience setting up or improving grants management systems (trackers, calendars, templates, workflows) proportionate to a small organisation.
2. Experience of using online funding and grant management portals.
3. Awareness of global child protection policies and procedures within the digital arena and a genuine passion for child protection
Diversity, inclusion, and equity
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those of different ages, genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and lived experiences. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are part of communities that are under-represented in our sector, including Black, Asian, and other ethnic minorities, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Safeguarding and values
As a child-focused organisation, we have a strong commitment to child safeguarding and rigorous procedures. The successful candidate will be required to provide two referees and to undergo a criminal record check.
All staff are expected to act at all times in a manner consistent with our values and in compliance with our policies and procedures, including our Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
Our values are:
· Empowerment – collaboration, innovation, challenge
· Accountability – responsibility, delivery, safeguarding
· Respect – honesty, feedback, inclusion.
Please submit a CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages explaining why you would like to work for WeProtect Global Alliance summarising how you meet the person specification. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
WeProtect Global Alliance is driven by a single mission: to protect children from the pervasive dangers of sexual exploitation and abuse online.
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Founded in 1860, Providence Row is a specialist homelessness charity working in East London and the City, deliberately operating at the most acute end of the homelessness spectrum.
The charity reaches around 1,200 individuals (annually) with the most deep-rooted needs; people whose interlinking mental and physical health, and trauma and substance use challenges mean they often struggle to access mainstream support. Providence Row provides a wide range of Crisis and Progression services including showers, meals, advice & support, health and wellbeing services, drug and alcohol harm reduction, psychotherapy, a hospital discharge service, and learning, training and work-readiness programmes, amongst others. In 2025/26, we supported 1,270 people through 36,313 tailored interventions.
About this role
We have some ambitious income targets over the next few years to help deliver our bold plans in support of our increasing numbers of complex and vulnerable clients.
If you have experience of delivering against an annual fundraising target of up to, or exceeding, £150k and want to help more people experiencing homelessness to have access to vital, and, often life-changing, services like our award-winning physical and mental health programmes, then we can’t wait to hear from you so you can tell us more about how you meet the criteria detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification, enclosed with this Job Ad.
There are many opportunities for the right candidate to develop in the role while working independently and as part of a committed team by using your excellent creativity, written, verbal and persuasion skills to secure and steward partnerships with existing and new supporters, alongside the Head of Philanthropy, and wider fundraising team.
We are keen to receive applications from people with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in fundraising and partnership development and who want to take their skills to the next level by helping further grow our Trusts and Foundations partnerships, as well as those with other similar supporters including Livery Companies, so we can continue responding to the needs of our clients and the evolving homelessness emergency.
If the above sounds like a good fit for you and you felt motivated and excited to join our small, fun, dedicated and impactful Fundraising and Marketing Team, then we would love to hear from you.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to shopping discounts
- Learning & development opportunities
To apply
Please upload your CV with a covering letter, detailing how you meet the job specification by Friday 21 Aug 2026 at 23:30.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
We tackle the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets.



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To provide support to the small Finance and Administration team at Heart Research UK.
The role is office based and for 22.5 hours per week, with working pattern to be agreed but must include Friday morning.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
· Assist the team in maintaining accounting records for both the Charity and the Trading Company
· Purchase Invoices – obtain relevant authorisation, code and process invoices onto Xero, produce and send remittance slips
· Process staff expenses onto Xero
· Create and upload payments on bank account
· Process all credit card transactions onto Xero
· Process expenses
· Arrange set up of new standing orders, direct debits and other regular payments
· Input any other income or expenditure onto bank as required
· To assist in uploading regular donations to Beacon
· Create sales invoices as required and maintain sales ledger
· Credit control – periodic review outstanding balances and chase overdue amounts
· Undertake general administration tasks including call handling, sending out mail and issuing temporary parking passes.
· Cover reception area in the absence of receptionist
· Undertake any other appropriate duties as requested
Person Specification
HRUK is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
You will be proactive, resourceful and a great team player.
You will be an excellent communicator to a variety of audiences.
You will have a genuine interest in the charity sector and a shared commitment to HRUK’s culture and values.
Please submit a CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the person specification.
We won't stop until there are no more deaths from heart diseases.
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Position
MSF UK is looking for a Press Officer to focus on it's proactive, strategic media coverage. We're looking for someone who is collaborative, innovative and has plenty of connections in the industry - be that regional, national or international media, trade or political press, podcasts or documentaries.
Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Mon - Fri
Duration: Permanent
Location: London – hybrid, 2 days per week London Office (including Wednesdays)
Salary: £41,902.62 - £51,214.32 per annum | Salary is offered in line with our pay framework and typically starts at the entry point of the band. Salary increases are considered annually and are subject to our appraisal and performance review process.
Job Purpose:
- The main purpose of this role is to proactively seek coverage of MSF / create news about MSF.
- This role is about creating opportunities for impactful coverage and setting up good relationships externally.
- To raise awareness of the work and priorities of MSF with core target audiences via coverage in UK and international radio, podcasts, TV, print, online and documentaries.
- Maintain relationships with international colleagues e.g. the International Office (IO), Communication Advisors, other press officers in key hubs globally as well as field communications teams.
- While the majority of your time will be spent gaining proactive coverage, there’s also an expectation that you will help with incoming enquiries or offer to assist the News team if it’s busy - under instruction from the Head of Media or Senior Press Officers.
- You will be part of an on-call / out of hours rota, including evenings and weekends, for which you will accumulate TOIL.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Demonstrable experience in press office work, TV production or international journalism,
- including substantial understanding of, and contacts in, UK media.
- Experience in pitching stories and features to print, radio, TV, podcast and online.
- Good knowledge of world affairs and a demonstrable understanding of and commitment to humanitarian issues.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines, handle content of a sensitive nature, and be a team player.
- Project management skills.
- Industry contacts preferred.
- Experience of international development/humanitarian relief preferable.
- Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite.The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the team
The Philanthropy Team raises income for Impetus and for Impetus partner charities. The team consists of 15 staff. Impetus has an annual income of c.£11 million which we are looking to grow significantly within the next few years. The team is led by two Directors of Philanthropy and Partnerships.
The Philanthropy Team works with major donors, corporates and grant making trusts, as well as collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to ensure we make a compelling case to generate new financial commitments and wider support for our work. The team also deliver a high-quality engagement programme of volunteering and pro bono for Impetus’s corporate supporters.
Impetus is driven by a shared belief in tackling the barriers that hold back young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in education and employment. Alongside investing extensive financial and non-financial support in our charity partners through our Investment Team we also seek to influence decision makers to design and implement evidence led policy and direct new resources to get young people the support they need through our Public Affairs team. We are resolutely focused on outcomes, driven by quality evidence.
You would be joining a team that is passionate, ambitious, determined and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve.
About this role
The Engagement Manager is an experienced professional who plays a key role in supporting donor engagement across all Impetus donors, enabling the team to provide best practice and high-quality donor stewardship and a platform for the renewal of key philanthropic gifts.
The Engagement function is responsible for pro bono and volunteering. Reporting to the Head of Engagement, the Engagement Manager is responsible for supporting the successful delivery and continuous improvement of the volunteering programme, ensuring it delivers high-quality opportunities, contributes to agreed KPIs and evolves in line with the needs of funders and the organisation.
The postholder will account manage key relationships with mid-level supporters and internal stakeholders, working across teams to deliver meaningful and well-coordinated engagement opportunities. They will contribute to identifying and developing new opportunities for the volunteering and pro bono programmes that respond to funder interests and portfolio needs.
In addition, they will manage relationships with mid-level pro bono supporters, taking them through the full pro bono journey from project matching and onboarding through to stewardship and ongoing support.
This is a cross-functional role that collaborates closely with the Investment team, wider Philanthropy team, Public Affairs team and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent and excellent donor experience.
Key responsibilities
Volunteering programme
- Account manage relationships linked to volunteering across corporates, individuals and grant-making trusts, ensuring engagement is maintained and escalating strategic issues or risks where appropriate.
- Support or lead meetings, alongside fundraising account managers where appropriate, with funders to understand their volunteering interests and contribute to the development of suitable engagement opportunities.
- Support account managers in ensuring consistent donor engagement throughout annual giving cycles, including tracking, reporting, and communications.
- Contribute to the development of the volunteering function to ensure the programme offers a range of high-quality opportunities suitable for different funder types and aligned to organisational priorities.
- Identify and suggest new volunteering opportunities based on charity needs and funder interests, working with the Head of Engagement to ensure strategic alignment across the programme.
- Lead delivery of the mentoring programme within agreed plans and frameworks.
- Where necessary, support delivery of the volunteering programme (i.e workshops), ensuring it delivers high-quality engagement activities, contributes to agreed KPIs and continues to develop in response to organisational and funder needs.
- Build and manage effective working relationships across the Investment team, Philanthropy team and other stakeholders to ensure volunteering opportunities are well scoped, coordinated and delivered effectively.
- Work with the Head of Engagement to coordinate needs across the Engagement team, liaise closely with the Investment team and portfolio contacts, and plan and deliver a high-quality programme of volunteering opportunities.
- Ensure communications with donors and external partners are clear, timely, compelling and aligned with agreed messaging.
- Line manage the Engagement Officer, providing support, guidance and oversight to enable effective delivery. Where necessary, lead volunteering delivery sessions when cover is required.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce, including pipeline activity, reporting and key relationship updates.
Pro Bono programme
- Support the identification, prospecting and conversion of new pro bono supporters, aligned with the needs of portfolio charities and Impetus, including attending meetings with prospective supporters.
- Manage relationships with mid-level pro bono funders, supporting delivery across the full engagement process from identifying suitable projects and matching opportunities through to onboarding, delivery and stewardship.
- Work with the Head of Engagement, internal teams and charity partners to scope projects and support matching pro bono funders to suitable opportunities.
- Support the onboarding and ongoing management of pro bono partners, ensuring clear communication and a high-quality supporter experience.
- Monitor the progress and quality of pro bono projects, gather feedback and identify improvements to strengthen delivery and impact.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce, including pipeline activity, reporting and key relationship updates.
Other
- Support the development and implementation of efficient processes and systems within the Philanthropy team, with a focus on consistency and effectiveness.
- Work in line with best practices and agreed processes, policies and standards across all engagement activities.
- Share insights and learnings internally and externally to support continuous improvement.
- Work in line with Impetus’ strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Attend and support delivery of Impetus events as needed.
- Support the Philanthropy team as required with ad hoc duties.
- Provide cover for aspects of the Head of Engagement role when required.
- Represent the Philanthropy team in cross-functional projects and working groups, contributing to delivery and collaboration.
Person specification
Essential
- Experience of delivering or managing successful engagement, volunteering or fundraising activities, including tracking performance against objectives or KPIs.
- Familiarity with the fundraising landscape, including a good understanding of the corporate donor marketplace.
- Strong account management experience, including managing external partners or funders and building effective relationships across internal teams.
- Experience managing across the donor lifecycle, and identifying and developing opportunities that meet stakeholder needs.
- Experience of developing opportunities for diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to understand and communicate complex ideas and information, including Impetus model.
- Experience working with skilled volunteers or pro bono partners, including supporting relationships through the full lifecycle from scoping or matching through to delivery and stewardship.
- A collaborative working style, comfortable working across teams with a commitment to working in a collaborative and inclusive way to achieve shared objectives.
- Experience of managing and developing staff, including setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback and creating development opportunities. Able to adapt management style to support colleagues at different levels of seniority and experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience delivering workstreams or programmes within agreed plans and KPIs.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to devise donor engagement plans and use project/account plans, budgets, and other financial information.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and manager a busy and varied workload.
- Ability to look beyond own area of expertise and be pro-active and creative in problem solving.
- Ability to make operational decisions and escalate strategic issues where appropriate.
- IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
- A commitment to Impetus’ mission.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Knowledge of the sector – education and employment.
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a young person, charities, and corporates.
- Experience of working with young people.
About Impetus
At Impetus, our focus is on helping young people achieve positive education and employment outcomes to increase their chance of leading fulfilling and successful lives, irrespective of their background.
We tackle the three most difficult challenges that affect a young person’s ability to succeed in life in Britain today:
- Lost learning through absence, suspensions, exclusions from school
- Stagnation in education attainment outcomes, which means many are missing out on key qualifications like GCSE English and maths
- The large numbers of young people out of education, training and employment
We use our deep expertise and high calibre networks to give the best non-profits working in these sectors the essential ingredients to have a real and lasting impact on the young people they serve.
Through a powerful combination of long-term funding, direct capacity building support from our experienced team and our pro bono partners, alongside research and policy influencing to drive lasting systems change, we work towards a society where all young people can thrive in school, pass their exams and unlock the doors to sustained employment, for a fulfilling life.
We are resolutely focused on outcomes and impact, driven by quality evidence.
You would be joining a team that is passionate, rigorous, determined, creative and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our portfolio partners and the young people we serve.
Impetus is a registered charity and our charity number is 1152262.
Our Values
In 2022 the Impetus staff agreed the following set of Values to act as our guiding principles as an organisation and help us to remain focused on achieving our mission to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
We are brave and curious
We are bold and brave in our pursuit of better outcomes for young people. We lead with curiosity and stay open to new perspectives. We support one another to take considered risks and learn together.
We bring high trust, high challenge
We build strong, long-term relationships through honesty, kindness, integrity, and respect. We create the space for open, constructive challenge, where colleagues, partners and supporters feel safe to speak up, hold each other to account, and bring their best in pursuit of our mission.
We are evidence led and results driven for young people
We pursue excellence for the young people we work with, are wholly committed to better outcomes, unapologetically results driven, and accountable for our actions.
We thrive through diversity
We seek to embed diversity of thought, background and experience in every aspect of our work. We are open, thoughtful and proactive in better understanding and challenging our assumptions to better deliver the change we seek.
We always seek collaboration
We will not succeed alone. We seek meaningful, productive partnerships with others to achieve our mission and drive systems change for young people.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.
We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.
We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.
We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time job shares and other arrangements.
Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.
Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our employee benefits
Impetus appreciates the invaluable contribution made by all employees and wishes to encourage and reward loyalty, motivation and experience. We therefore offer a range of benefits and policies which aim to assist employees during various stages of their lives and careers. For more information on these, please download the job information pack from our website.
How to apply
Please click on the "Apply for this job" button.
You will need to:
- Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form).
- Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement.
The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.
You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission.
As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 23rd August 2026, 11:59pm.
Interviews:
1st Interviews will take place on w/c 31st August 2026.
2nd Interviews will take place on w/c 7th September 2026.
You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
Personal Data
Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get support to succeed in school, in work and in life.

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Who we are
IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) is a national charity working to ensure that children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive the educational support they are legally entitled to. Since we were formed in 1983, we have helped to improve the education experience of thousands of children and young people across England. We do this by providing free and independent legal advice and casework support for families, undertaking policy work and delivering training on the SEND legal framework.
What you’ll do
Reports to: Chief Executive
Location: Home-based or Hybrid (with frequent travel for events and meeting with parliamentarians and other stakeholders)
We are seeking a Policy Manager to lead IPSEA's policy and influencing work to achieve positive change for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Head of Legal and Training, trustees and colleagues across the organisation, you will set strategic policy priorities and develop evidence-based influencing plans that support IPSEA's mission and long-term objectives.
Drawing on insights from our advice and tribunal services, legal expertise and the experiences of families, you will identify systemic issues within the SEND system and develop policy solutions that improve children and young people's access to the support and education to which they are entitled. You will ensure that IPSEA's policy positions are credible, legally robust and informed by the lived experiences of those we support.
You will lead IPSEA's engagement with government, Parliament and other key decision-makers, identifying opportunities to influence legislation, policy and practice at both national and local level. This includes overseeing responses to consultations, parliamentary inquiries and calls for evidence, as well as preparing briefings and strategic advice to support senior-level engagement and advocacy.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across legal, communications, fundraising and training teams, you will ensure IPSEA's policy, campaigning and public affairs activities are aligned and maximise the organisation's impact. You will also monitor developments across the political, legal and policy landscape, helping IPSEA respond proactively to emerging opportunities and challenges affecting the rights of children and young people with SEND.
This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference as part of a small, friendly, and dedicated team. If you are passionate about helping children and young people with SEND and have the skills and experience needed, we would love to hear from you.
Who are we looking for?
You will have significant experience in a senior policy and campaigning/public affairs role and have good knowledge of local and national government structure including the legislative process.
You the ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders including MPs, civil servants, campaigners and parents. You exhibit tact and diplomacy and can be impactful with people of varying levels and experience.
Your research and critical thinking skills enable you to analyse policy and data to produce relevant reports and position papers. You have experience of drafting organisation responses to government consultations and parliamentary calls for evidence.
IPSEA should also reflect the communities we support. We would particularly like to hear from candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, under-served communities and disabled people, as well as those with lived experience of the SEND system, either as a child or as a parent/carer.
What we can offer you
- 5% employer pension contributions
- Healthcare cash plan
- Flexible working arrangements
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an additional day off for your birthday (pro-rata if part-time).
To apply
Visit our website to download a recruitment pack and application form.
Deadline for applications: 9am on 7 September 2026.
First-round interviews: on 15 September 2026 in our offices in Takeley, Essex, with second-round interviews (online) on 18 September 2026.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.
We help children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) get the education they are entitled to by law


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People Experience Business Partner - Volunteering - (permanent, full-time or 2 x 17.5 hour job share)
About you
Do you want to use your skills to make it possible for people with myeloma to live longer and better lives? We are looking for a People Experience Business Partner who will lead the transformation of Myeloma UK's volunteering offer, shaping the future of how we engage with our volunteers and how they help us in our ambitions.
You will bring a progressive approach as either having been a Head of Volunteering, HR Business Partner or People Experience Partner to lead the development and implementation of a new volunteering proposition. From recruitment to recognition, from training to promoting inclusion, you will help shape it all. The post holder will work collaboratively, have good influencing skills with excellent stakeholder management, but most importantly will be someone who naturally leads with heart and compassion.
Your background/ skills:
- Experience in HR, People & Culture, Colleague Experience or leading volunteering.
- Experience from the third sector including volunteering.
- Experience leading organisational change, transformation or projects.
- The ability to design and implement people-focused solutions at pace.
- A compassionate, collaborative approach, with the confidence to challenge constructively and build trusted relationships.
- Digital confidence and a curiosity to embrace new ways of working.
- Continues improvement mindset and willingness to learn.
In return, you'll join a values-led charity where your work will make a genuine difference to people affected by myeloma. You'll be part of an ambitious, supportive People & Culture team and have the opportunity to shape a role that can grow alongside your career.
About the role
Help us transform the volunteering experience at Myeloma UK.
We're looking for an experienced People & Culture, People Experience or Senior Volunteer Management professional who combines compassion with action. Someone who leads with heart, builds trusted relationships and enjoys turning ambitious ideas into practical, sustainable solutions.
Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, you'll work with senior leaders, volunteer managers, People and Culture Colleagues and volunteers across the organisation to design and embed a modern volunteer experience that reflects our values and supports our ambitious People & Culture agenda.
You'll create a complete volunteer lifecycle, from attraction and recruitment through to onboarding, development, engagement, recognition and retention, ensuring every volunteer has a consistent, inclusive and rewarding experience.
This is primarily a transformation role. Around three-quarters of your time will be spent leading a high-profile organisational project to redesign and embed our volunteering experience, while the remaining time will focus on coordinating volunteering activities that help our volunteers and managers succeed.
This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up and leave a lasting legacy by creating an outstanding volunteering experience for current and future volunteers.
You don't need extensive volunteer management experience although charity sector and understanding of volunteering is a must. We're looking for someone with strong people experience expertise, project and change management skills and, above all, someone who leads with compassion. You'll be equally comfortable influencing senior leaders, supporting managers and rolling up your sleeves to make things happen.
For the right person, this role offers genuine opportunity to develop into a broader People & Culture leadership role as our organisation and team continue to evolve.
About us
Myeloma UK is the only UK charity focused on the incurable blood cancer, myeloma and its related conditions. We provide support and influence access to treatments, while researching a cure. Thanks to life-extending treatments and support, today many people affected by myeloma are able to live longer and to live well.
We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every person affected by myeloma has an empowered present and a hopeful future.
Our ultimate goal is to find a cure. Until then, our mission is to help every person living with myeloma, live well, for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change.
Our cultue
Wellbeing and staff engagement are at the heart of our culture. We offer employees a range of benefits including a pension salary exchange scheme, flexitime, flexible working which includes both home and hub-based office working, health plan, employee assistance plan and holiday purchase scheme. We are committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our employees.
How to apply
If you think you would be a great fit for this role, get in touch and tell us more about yourself by sending the following:
1. A cover letter telling us more about you and what you think makes you a good fit for this role
2. A CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements
Applications close at 9am on Friday 21st August 2026. 1st stage interviews will be held w/c 31 August 2026. Further interviews will be scheduled on completion of 1st stage and will be held in person in Edinburgh.
Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of:
· sex
· race
· disability
· age
· sexual orientation
· gender reassignment
· religion or belief
· marital status
· or pregnancy and maternity
Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.
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Community Fundraising Assistant – East
Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
After a successful 2025, we’re building on our momentum and looking ahead with ambition. As our work continues to expand, so does our impact. We are now looking for passionate people to join us on the next stage of our journey!
It is a fantastic time to be joining us and we are keen to share this with likeminded and talented individuals. We currently have an opening for a Community Fundraising Assistant - East, to join our Income Generation and Development team.
- Do you want to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK?
- Are you able to provide friendly and professional support to fundraisers and supporters?
- Do you have experience in supporting events or community activities?
- Do you live in our East Region (which includes Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex)?
Have you answered Yes to these questions?
Does this sound like the opportunity to really take the next step in your career?
Excited to learn more about this position? Then please take a read through our recruitment pack below.
If you have the skills and ambition that we are looking for we are excited to receive your application. We are really looking forward to welcoming a new member to our team!
We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.
We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
Closing Date: 30th August 2026
We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.
To find a cure for all types of brain tumours To increase the UK investment in brain tumour research
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Senior Communications Officer (short term)
Key responsibilities
The post holder will work closely with the Foundation's Head of Marketing and
Communications and other teams and on the following tasks:
Content creation
Plan and create content across digital channels, including for the website, video,
social media and newsletter
Maintain the communications calendar
Work with consultants, partners and women entrepreneurs to develop video
and written case studies.
Website and digital
Produce web content, maintaining good SEO practice
Update and maintain evergreen pages
Draft, edit and publish blogs and news stories
Produce and maintain the (roughly) monthly newsletter
Produce social media content, including graphic and video content
Monitor and manage our social media platforms, including
community/comment management
Supporting other teams
Support other teams with content production, funder relationships and
reporting, including:
o Events support — invitations, promotional materials and briefings
o On-site event support — photography, video and branding
o Design and branding support
Systems maintenance and monitoring
Manage shared mailboxes (website enquiries)
Maintain comms assets, including videos, photos, logos, email signatures and
templates
Maintain Dropbox, Canva and other tools
Maintain consent records
Maintain digital and media monitoring, analytics and reporting.
Carry out other reasonable tasks as agreed with the Head of Marketing and
Communications.
We work with partners to eliminate barriers to entrepreneurship for women, enabling global economic gender justice.



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