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The role

As Youth Advocacy Lead, you will develop and deliver GMYN’s new We Rise project, working alongside care-experienced and separated young people to transform housing and accommodation across Greater Manchester. 

This role is about more than delivering a project. It is an opportunity to help change not just young people's lives but how an organisation listens to them. We are looking for an advocate who believes young people already have the answers; they simply need adults and organisations willing to listen, share power and act. 

The role will combine direct work with young people, advocacy practice, organisational development and systems change. You will introduce and embed a self-advocacy approach across GMYN, supporting young people to understand their rights, build confidence and influence the decisions affecting their lives. 

Alongside this, you will support GMYN colleagues to develop the skills and confidence to make advocacy part of everyday practice; not something that only happens when things go wrong. Working across the organisation, you will help us move from supporting young people for them to achieving change with them. 

You will support young people to lead social action projects, distribute over grants through the We Rise Challenge Fund, influence regional housing reform, develop the creative projects and become the next generation of youth leaders across Greater Manchester. 

This is a real opportunity to build something from the beginning and help create an organisation where advocacy is not an activity – it is simply how we work. 

Key responsibilities 

• Lead the development and delivery of We Rise, ensuring young people are meaningfully involved learning is captured throughout the project.

• Develop a self-advocacy approach across GMYN, supporting young people to understand their rights and influencing decisions affecting their lives.

• Support young people to develop leadership, advocacy and social action skills so they can shape the services, systems and decisions that affect their lives.

• Design participation opportunities using rights-based approaches, ensuring young people are equal partners in shaping services and decisions.

• Develop strong relationships across Greater Manchester to strengthen youth voice and advocacy for young people to influence change.

• Model strong safeguarding practice to ensure young people are safe and supported. 

• Promote strengths-based and trauma-informed that ensure young people feel valued and heard.

• Capture insight, outcomes and learning to evidence impact and improve future practice.

• Manage project plans, budgets, reporting, and partnerships to ensure successful project delivery. 

• Support GMYN to embed advocacy approaches and continuously improve how we work alongside young people. 

• Promote youth-led advocacy and represent GMYN with stakeholders across Greater Manchester. 

• Carrying out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities that contribute to the organisation's overall aims andobjectives. 

Person specification 

• Experience delivering advocacy or rights-based support with young people, such as care-experienced and separated young people. 

• Understanding of advocacy approaches and how they differ from advice, counselling and key work. 

• Experience supporting young people to develop and lead social action projects. 

• Experience designing and delivering participation opportunities.

• Co-producing services or projects with young people and people with lived experience. 

• Experience facilitating groups, workshops and activities that create safe, inclusive and empowering spaces for young people. 

• Experience developing practice through training and coaching professionals and/or embedding new approaches across organisations. 

• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches, strengths-based practice, and rights-based participation, including the Lundy Model. 

• Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships with young people, professionals, organisations and stakeholders. 

• Experience planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating projects, including capturing impact and learning. 

Please see attached pack for further information about GMYN and the role. 

Income Generation and Development Lead

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a new phase of income generation and organisational sustainability within a growing and ambitious mental health charity.

This is not a traditional fundraising role. It is an opportunity to build something.

Join the Trust as it enters an exciting new phase focused on strengthening long-term sustainability, developing strategic partnerships and creating new opportunities to support mental health and wellbeing across Surrey.

If you are an experienced and ambitious income generation professional who can help lead that journey, then we want to hear from you!

Position: Income Generation & Development Lead

Location: Surrey/Hybrid

Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week

Salary: £55,000-£60,000 pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 5% Pension Employer Contribution, Paid Sick Leave, Blue Light Card Scheme, Vivup Discounts, Staff Social Events, Staff Social & Wellbeing Committee, Celebration Day (in addition to annual leave entitlement)

Closing Date: 23 August 2026

Interview Date: 3 & 4 September2026

The Role

The charity are investing in this role because they believe the organisation can significantly strengthen and diversify its income, increase unrestricted funding, and build new strategic partnerships and opportunities that support long-term impact across Surrey.

You will establish and lead a high-performing income generation function, bringing strategy, structure and momentum to activity that is currently fragmented and underdeveloped.

The role will work closely with senior leadership at the organisaion and Catalyst Support on selected partnership initiatives and collaborative opportunities that strengthen mental health support across Surrey. There is a clear expectation that the role will contribute significantly to improving the organisation’s financial resilience and move towards generating net financial contribution over time.

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Build an income generation function from the ground up
• Shape organisational strategy and sustainability
• Develop high-value partnerships and collaborative opportunities
• Work across innovation, community mental health and system partnerships
• Help position the charity as a key partner in improving mental health support across Surrey.

You will also contribute to selected partnership initiatives and joint funding opportunities with Catalyst Support as part of strengthening collaboration across the county.

We’re open to reasonable adjustments and flexible approaches to the role.

About You

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery. We are looking for someone who can build pipeline, secure funding, develop partnerships and create the systems and relationships needed for sustainable growth.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong track record of securing income across multiple streams
• Has built and converted funding pipelines into secured income
• Understands the UK charity and/or commissioning landscape
• Can work strategically while remaining hands-on and delivery-focused
• Is comfortable operating autonomously in a growing and evolving environment
• Brings energy, credibility and relationship-building strength.

You will have experience of:

• Securing income across multiple streams (trusts & foundations, statutory funding, corporate or major donors)
• Building and converting income pipelines into secured funding
• Developing and delivering income generation strategies
• Working within the UK charity and/or commissioning environment
• Translating organisational priorities and relationships into income opportunities
• Leading or significantly contributing to successful funding bids.

About the Organisation

The charity is a mental health and emotional wellbeing charity, supporting Surrey residents since 1994 in Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley, offering a variety of face-to-face and online services, available to adults (aged 16+) living in Surrey who would like to restore and/or maintain their mental and emotional wellbeing (no diagnosis needed). The services are free of charge, with no waiting list and no time limit.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the successful completion of a probationary period.

You may have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Income Generation, Trusts, Trusts and Foundations, Foundations, Statutory Funding, Corporate, Major Donor, Major Gift, Trusts Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraiser, Major Donor Fundraiser, Major Gift Fundraiser, Income Generation Lead, Fundraising Lead, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraiser, Income Generation Manager.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

About Us

The Asian Resource Centre Croydon (ARCC) is a leading community anchor organisation established in 1999, dedicated to improving health, wellbeing, equality, opportunity and community resilience across Croydon and beyond.

For over 25 years, ARCC has worked alongside diverse communities to address inequalities, amplify community voice and create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive.

Through community engagement, advocacy, partnership working, research, capacity building and service delivery, ARCC supports residents to overcome barriers, influence decisions and access the support they need.

ARCC works collaboratively with local communities, the NHS, local authorities, voluntary and community organisations, funders, academic institutions and strategic partners to develop community-led solutions that improve outcomes and reduce inequalities.

As a trusted community organisation, ARCC is committed to:

• Community empowerment and participation

• Equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging

• Tackling health and social inequalities

• Partnership and collaboration

• Innovation and continuous improvement

• Delivering high-quality services and support

Project Overview 

Anchor & Bloom is a community-based programme delivered by ARCC to support women from Asian and minoritised communities who have experienced domestic abuse and related trauma. The project recognises that many women face barriers to accessing mainstream services due to stigma, language, cultural expectations and fear of judgement. Anchor & Bloom creates safe, culturally sensitive spaces where women can access support, rebuild confidence and begin their recovery.

The programme combines trauma-informed counselling, creative therapy groups and practical recovery workshops with community outreach and early identification of domestic abuse. Alongside direct support for survivors, the project works to reduce isolation and stigma by opening up conversations within the community and strengthening safe pathways into specialist services.

To deliver this work effectively, ARCC is recruiting two Project Coordinators to lead the Mental Health and Domestic Abuse (DASV) strands of the programme and two community champions. These roles will work closely together to ensure women receive safe, coordinated and culturally competent support throughout their journey.

Role Purpose

To coordinate and lead the mental health and recovery elements of the Anchor and Bloom Project, including trauma-informed counselling, creative therapy groups and structured wellbeing workshops. The postholder will ensure women accessing the programme receive safe, culturally sensitive and recovery-focused support, working alongside the DASV Coordinator where safeguarding or risk issues arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Delivery & Coordination

• Coordinate delivery of counselling provision (CBT, EMDR and online sessions).

• Oversee creative therapy sessions including art, music and storytelling).

• Plan and coordinate structured recovery workshops focused on confidence, boundaries, healthy relationships and wellbeing.

• Manage participant intake, initial assessments and allocation into appropriate recovery pathways.

• Ensure sessions are scheduled effectively and delivered in safe, welcoming environments.

Operational Oversight

• Provide day-to-day operational management of sessional counsellors and creative facilitators.

• Work collaboratively with the appointed external Clinical Supervisor, who provides formal therapeutic supervision to counsellors.

• Monitor attendance, engagement and wellbeing outcomes.

• Maintain accurate records in line with confidentiality and GDPR requirements.

Safeguarding & Integrated Support

• Identify safeguarding concerns and share appropriately with the DASV Coordinator.

• Contribute to risk discussions and coordinated case planning where needed.

• Ensure trauma-informed practice is embedded across recovery activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Maintain monitoring systems and track agreed project outcomes.

• Contribute to reporting for funders and stakeholders.

• Support budget monitoring related to mental health delivery.

• Meet regularly with the DASV Coordinator to align delivery and ensure integrated support.

• To undertake any other tasks that are commensurate with  the  post  and  which reflect the needs of the organisation.

• Work toward equalities and diversity in all the activities carried out. 

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience coordinating mental health, counselling or wellbeing programmes.

• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice.

• Experience working with survivors of domestic abuse or complex trauma.

• Experience working with culturally diverse or minoritised communities.

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Desirable

• Relevant qualification in counselling, psychology, social care or related fields.

• Experience managing or coordinating sessional staff.

• Multilingual skills relevant to local communities.

Are you passionate about supporting young women and girls affected by exploitation, gangs and violence? Do you have the skills to build trusted relationships with vulnerable young people and help them move towards safer, more positive futures?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a Female Child Criminal Exploitation Mentor to join a specialist service supporting young women and girls at risk of, or affected by, Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE), Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), county lines activity and gang involvement.

Due to the nature of this role, it is only open to female applicants and the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About the service

This specialist, gender-responsive service supports young women and girls under the age of 18 who are vulnerable to, or actively experiencing, Child Criminal Exploitation, Child Sexual Exploitation, county lines activity and gang involvement.

Delivered by culturally competent female mentors, many with relevant lived experience, the service works alongside statutory and voluntary sector partners to identify and support young women who may otherwise remain hidden from traditional safeguarding pathways.

The service aims to reduce the harm caused by exploitation, improve safety and wellbeing, and help young women build resilience and positive futures.

About this key role
As a Female Child Criminal Exploitation Mentor, you will provide intensive support to young women and girls who have been identified as being at risk of, or involved in, exploitation and related harms.

Working on a one-to-one basis, as well as delivering groupwork sessions, you will build trusted relationships with young people and their families, helping them to recognise risks, increase their safety and make positive changes in their lives.

You will work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support, contribute to safeguarding and risk management processes, and provide advice and guidance to professionals working with vulnerable young women.

What we are looking for

• Experience of engaging positively with young females or other vulnerable groups.
• Experience providing support, advice, advocacy or mentoring to individuals with complex needs.
• Experience building trusting relationships with people who may be reluctant to engage with services.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and safeguarding practice.
• Experience working with partner agencies to establish links to further the aims of the project.
• Strong communication, organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and case management systems.

For this role, we are actively seeking applicants with personal lived experience similar to those of the target client group. An Enhanced Adult and Child Workforce with Child Barred List DBS check is required for this role.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

In your application form, please provide a written statement (maximum 1,000 words) showing how you meet the requirements of the role by addressing each of three-person specification areas: 1) Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications 2) Skills 3) Personal Qualities.

This is a part-time role which is fixed term until 31 March 2027

Who we are

Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. Working in areas of high deprivation, we support and train schools and their kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share our learning and resources freely, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.

We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.

About you and the role

This is a pivotal role, at a pivotal moment for us. We are entering a critical growth phase, which includes rapidly expanding our own operations and managing significant external partnership. As Head of Finance & Systems, you will be accountable for ensuring we have the right systems and structures in place to grow at pace without detriment to good governance.

The purpose of this role is to lead on our finance strategy, and ensure all of our systems, reporting and processes are helping to drive forward the charity and deliver on our objectives at scale. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to ensure that financial planning is effective and supported by accurate data analysis. You will report directly to Trustees as required and ensure that the highest standards of transparency and probity are maintained. 

You will be joining the team during a period of growth in the size and complexity of our delivery. We currently have 24 employees and anticipate growing significantly in the next twelve months. You will have a crucial role in shaping our systems and processes to ensure we can scale effectively, both our existing programmes and a new membership-based programme that is in development. We’re looking for an experienced finance professional with an interest in effectively using technology and systems to drive efficiency, without compromising on accuracy or compliance. 

You will oversee all financial administration, ensuring this is carried out proficiently and in line with all legal and regulatory requirements, including ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all statutory filings are made accurately and on time. Your role will also encompass ensuring that we operate within legal & regulatory frameworks and stay up to date with changes in relevant legislation.

The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement, but feel as though you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we would urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other roles.  

We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.

As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.  

 

Key responsibilities:

• Developing a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the delivery of the charity’s objectives and activities.

• Have ultimate oversight of the external audit and production of the statutory accounts, supported in delivery of this by the book-keeper.

• Produce the monthly management accounts and bespoke financial reports—including accurate forecasting, restricted fund tracking, and variance analysis—ensuring decision-makers have clear, actionable data.

• Forecasting cash flow and managing the treasury position.

• Manage the contract and performance of the bookkeeper  and outsourced payroll providers; setting strict monthly closing deadlines, enforcing data accuracy, and ensuring they deliver a clean trial balance for management accounting.

• Oversee sound financial administration, management and governance across the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls in place and operating effectively.

• Provide leadership and guidance to all things finance related, providing mentoring and support to the team, and coaching on financial awareness. 

• Accountability for monitoring that the organisation’s services are, and will, run to budget, supporting budget holders and reporting promptly on risks 

• Support the Partnerships & Impact team and Programme Managers with financial inputs to funding proposals and ensure restricted funds are used in compliance with grant conditions.

• Developing our systems strategy, including reviewing suitability of our current systems (Quickbooks for accountancy, Beacon CRM, PLEO for expenses management, Survey Monkey for data collection etc. ) and ensuring optimal use of systems, maximising automation, and using AI where appropriate.

• Constantly seeking to develop and improve the organisation’s financial systems, policies and procedures to promote dynamic, best practice and up-to-date application of tools, systems and approaches

• Supporting the organisation’s data governance by ensuring financial systems (e.g., Quickbooks, payroll, expenses) are secure, compliant, and integrated in line with data protection principles.

• Leading an effective risk management process.

• Ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, in accordance with the Charity Commission in England & Wales and all financial reporting requirements.

Essential Skills & experience:

• Charity Finance Experience: Practical, senior-level experience working within a UK non-profit finance function, including a strong working knowledge of the Charities SORP and accounting for restricted vs. unrestricted funds.

• Hands-on Management Accounting:Proven experience independently producing monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and variance analysis from scratch.

• End-to-End Audit Management: Experience preparing year-end audit files, reconciling balance sheet control accounts, and acts as the primary point of contact for external auditors.

• Accountancy Qualification: Full or partial qualification through an accredited body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA). 

• Tech Literacy & Data Reconciliation: Comfortable troubleshooting and navigating modern finance tech stacks (e.g., Xero, Pleo) and pulling financial data/reports from a CRM system (e.g., Beacon).

• Vendor & Staff Management:Experience supervising junior staff (or office managers) and actively managing the performance, timelines, and accuracy of outsourced providers (e.g., bookkeeping and payroll).

 

Desirable skills & experience

• Systems Implementation: Past experience project-managing a software migration or building native integrations/automations between a CRM system and accounting software.

• Broader Operations/HR Exposure: Basic familiarity with HR administration, GDPR workflows, or managing organizational risk registers in a small team environment.

• Sector Passion: A demonstrable interest in food education, children’s health, or food systems.

Benefits

You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.

We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays.  We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.

We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.

Application process

In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. 

We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.

Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.

Expected duration of this application process: 7 weeks

First interviews will be held 1st -4th September

Step into a pivotal leadership role with a London-based youth charity at a critical time in its growth. This 3-month temporary position offers the opportunity to shape and drive a diverse income portfolio while the organisation recruits permanently, directly supporting life-changing services for young people. You’ll join a committed leadership team, bringing strategic focus and momentum to all fundraising and development activity.

About the Role:

As Temporary Director of Income and Development, you will lead the charity’s income generation strategy across all streams, ensuring short-term stability and setting up long-term growth. You will oversee a small but dedicated team, providing direction and structure while optimising current pipelines and developing new opportunities. Your work will safeguard and expand the resources needed to deliver and scale impactful youth programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a coherent income and development strategy across all fundraising and business development channels.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and line management to the income and development team, setting clear priorities and performance expectations.
• Oversee and drive revenue generation from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, and statutory or institutional funding.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward high-value prospects and partners, including corporate supporters, major donors, and key funders.
• Review and strengthen existing fundraising pipelines, processes, and systems to maximise efficiency and income potential.
• Lead the development of compelling funding proposals, cases for support, and pitches tailored to different audiences.
• Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to align income strategies with organisational plans, programmes, and impact priorities.
• Monitor and report on income performance, risks, and opportunities, providing clear insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders and the Board.

Key Requirements:

• Proven track record in senior-level income generation or fundraising leadership within the charity or non-profit sector.
• Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering successful multi-stream income strategies.
• Strong background in managing and growing income from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
• Experience of leading and motivating fundraising or business development teams in a target-driven environment.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with funders, partners, and high-value supporters.
• Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and income reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive propositions and present at senior level.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, managing time effectively between remote and in-person commitments in London.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with youth-focused organisations or charities supporting children and young people.
• Knowledge of the London funding landscape and networks relevant to youth and community services.
• Experience of developing digital fundraising or individual giving campaigns.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data-led approaches to fundraising and supporter engagement.
• Experience supporting or contributing to capital campaigns or large-scale funding initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g. fundraising, business, social sciences, nonprofit management).
• Professional fundraising, income generation, or nonprofit management qualification (e.g. IoF/CIoF) is highly desirable.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in fundraising, business development, or leadership.

If you are an experienced income leader ready to make an immediate impact during a crucial transition period, this role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of a vital youth charity—apply now.

Job Title: Parliamentary and Public Affairs Manager

Reporting to: Director of Campaigns

Line reports: None

Salary: £44,350 per annum pro-rata (£ 35,480 per annum for 4 days per week)

Hours: 4 days (30 hours) or 5 days (37.5 hours) per week, with flexibility over working hours (core hours are 10.00-16.00).

Duration: 1-year contract renewable subject to funding

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: London/Hybrid – minimum 2 days in the office (core days in the office are Tues & Weds) further office attendance is encouraged

Anti-oppressive statement

Foodrise is actively seeking to move through an anti-racist and anti-oppressive journey in every aspect of its work. We acknowledge that the environmental sector is less open to people from under-represented backgrounds, and we are strongly committed to identifying and correcting where we may be perpetuating patriarchal, white supremacist values and other forms of oppression in our organisational culture, partnerships, and community work. We especially want to hear from you if you feel that you have lived experience of power structures preventing you from accessing opportunities like this.

Read our full Equity, Justice and Anti-oppression statement.

Inclusive Recruitment

We have an opt-in Enhanced Chance Interview Scheme for candidates who declare a disability and/or are a person of colour and meet the essential criteria of the role profile. The scheme aims to provide a first-stage interview for candidates who meet the essential criteria of the role and opt in to the scheme.

If you would like to be considered under this scheme you must meet the essential minimum criteria for the role as outlined on the job description. You should take time to provide examples that you meet each of the essential criteria in your cover letter. Please ensure you select the relevant tick box on the application page ‘Enhanced Chance Interview Scheme’.

We are always happy to speak to candidates informally about the role before applying and encourage you to do so by contacting us.

 

About Us

Foodrise is a charity transforming the food system for climate, nature and justice. 

We take bold action to uncover the root causes of injustice in our food system and expose how corporate power exploits people and the planet, while building truly just and resilient alternatives from the ground-up.

We speak truth to power. We take risks. We act where and when others won’t.

From launching legal action and producing hard-hitting research to working directly with local communities, we drive systemic change across food and farming, powered by grassroots energy and backed by the facts.

We exist to say what others won’t, do what others don’t, and never settle for “it can’t be done”. Change is possible, and we are rising to make it happen.

We are based in the UK and the Netherlands. See more about us on our website.

About the Role

The Parliamentary and Public Affairs Manager is a brand-new role for Foodrise. The successful candidate will lead on developing our first public and parliamentary affairs strategy to engage with political representatives and policymakers to advance our campaigning objectives and ensure progress towards our new strategic goals:

• Dismantling the animal industrial complex and supporting the transition to plant-rich food
• Eroding the social licence of large supermarkets and building alternative food economies

Ultimately, this role is about securing wins to meet our vision of a greener, fairer food system, where food is a commons, not a commodity.

This role is key to shaping public policy and legislative outcomes by building relationships, influencing decision-makers, and positioning Foodrise as an ambitious yet trusted voice in Westminster, Holyrood and amongst civil society across the UK. This role will work collaboratively with colleagues across campaigns, so would suit an adaptive candidate with strong communication skills, keen to advocate for Foodrise.

Job Description

Parliamentary and Public Affairs Strategy

• Develop and deliver a public affairs strategy aligned with organisational priorities and campaigns
• Identify and maximise opportunities to influence legislation, policy development, and public debate
• Monitor the UK political landscape, including Parliament, Government departments, and devolved administrations

Political Engagement & Influencing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with MPs, Peers, civil servants, special advisers, and political stakeholders
• Lead engagement with All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs), select committees, and public consultations
• Draft and coordinate parliamentary briefings, speeches, amendments, parliamentary questions and responses
• Work with lawyers to draft proposed legislation and legislative changes in support of our objectives
• Register for the UK lobbying register and keep our account up to date
• Lead high-impact advocacy moments such as parliamentary events, receptions, and policy launches

 Integration of Parliamentary/Advocacy Asks into Foodrise’s Wider Work

• Work closely with campaigns and communications teams to integrate parliamentary and public affairs into campaigns
• Work closely with fundraisers and senior leadership to integrate parliamentary and policy asks in our fundraising and business development
• Ensure consistent and compelling advocacy messaging across all channels
• Provide regular updates and analysis on political developments relevant to the organisation’s work
• Track and evaluate the impact of public affairs activities
• Maintain accurate stakeholder records and engagement logs
• Work closely with our colleagues at Foodrise in the EU to support EU level advocacy where relevant to our campaigns
• Any other relevant tasks as requested by senior colleagues to support the organisation and further our objectives

Ways of Working

• Collaborative by default; independent work is balanced with regular coordination.
• Contribute to the development and embedding of anti-oppressive work across the organisation
• Flexible and adaptable in response to changing priorities.
• Present and available for colleagues, including regular in‑office presence.
• Proactive in communication, planning, and follow‑through.

 

Person Specification

Essential Knowledge, Experience and Network

• Extensive experience in public affairs, government relations, or political advocacy (at least 7 years’ working experience)
• Strong understanding of the UK political system, legislative processes, and policy-making
• Networks within the UK political and policy systems
• Knowledge of the key issues in food systems, environment and/or climate in the UK

Essential Skills

• Demonstrable experience of influencing political representatives, policymakers and delivering policy or campaign wins
• Excellent writing, analytical and research skills.
• Excellent organisational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively; build, maintain and develop flexible working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

What You Will Bring to Foodrise

• A can-do attitude, flexibility and adaptability, alongside a willingness to pitch in on delivery and help colleagues across the team, recognising that Foodrise is a small, nimble organisation with fast-changing priorities.
• An understanding of anti-oppressive practice and how it applies to Foodrise’s work and the role, and the ability to represent diverse perspectives through the work of the organisation.
• Sharing Foodrise’s values: audacity, collaboration, impact, celebration, solidarity.
• Willingness to undertake some limited travel domestically and abroad.

What We Offer

• Personal training and wellbeing funds
• Regular team socials
• Workplace pension
• Enhanced parental leave
• Enhanced sick leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Home & Tech scheme
• Flexible working hours (core hours 10am-4pm)

How to Apply

Please apply via Charity Jobs with:

• Your CV (no longer than 2 A4 pages total) 
• A cover letter (no longer than 1 A4 page) explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification with examples, and why you would like to work at Foodrise. 

Deadline to apply: 10am, Tuesday 22nd September

Successful candidates for interview will be notified by Thursday 24th September.

Shortlisted candidates will be sent our new strategy ahead of the interview, along with details of an hour-long written task to be completed at home – this will be sent prior to the interview at a time convenient for you.

First round interviews will be held on Thursday 1st October.

Second round interviews will be held on Thursday 8th October.

Sign up to join our Recruitment Q&A Zoom session on Wednesday 2nd September, 12-1pm. Our HR & Operations Manager will talk through the recruitment process and answer any questions you may have. Please note that this session is focussed on the recruitment process. If you have any questions specific to the role, please contact us.

For any questions, access requirements, or if you require the job description in a different format, please contact us.

AI policy – We understand that you may use AI to help with your application, however we want to hear your authentic voice throughout your application.

The Policy and Public Affairs team focuses on political engagement to help deliver against the Our Voice strategic priorities. With the Government having recently published a new Animal Welfare Strategy, we have a strong platform from which to try and influence change, especially in light of changing trends when it comes to attitudes towards pet ownership.

The Policy and Public Affairs team has a strong track record of delivering legislative change in recent years, and the Public Affairs Officer role has a key part to play in our day-to-day work of engaging and persuading political stakeholders.

The main responsibilities of the role are:

• Help deliver policy and legislative change for Battersea through effective engagement with relevant political stakeholders.
• Build and grow a network of parliamentary advocates for Battersea across the political parties.
• Help assess and demonstrate the impact of the team’s work, overseeing the team’s impact mapping project, and updating and maintaining reporting records.
• Improve co-ordination with other teams across Battersea to make advocacy work more efficient and effective

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.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

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: 17th 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): Week Commencing 31st August 2026 (Online) - To Be Confirmed

For more information about the role, please download our Recruitment pack.

Financial Controller

This is an exciting role for a motivated self-starter, who is keen to make a key contribution to delivering financial strategy and has a well-rounded business partnering approach to delivering Finance solutions.

Join an education charity that believes that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.

Position: Financial Controller

Location: London/Hybrid

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £47,000 to £52,000 depending on experience, plus £3,000 London Weighting (where applicable)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours (we welcome requests for flexible working arrangements)

Close Date: 2 September 2026. Please note this role may close sooner than advertised if a suitable candidate is found.

Interview Date: 11 & 14 September 2026

About the Role

The organisation has ambitious plans to grow and is looking for a Financial Controller to build strong foundations in relation to financial literacy and commercial awareness across the organisation whilst working closely with the Executive. This role will be crucial in supporting the Chief Operating Officer to deliver strategic plans over the next five years.

This role will give you the opportunity to build strong relationships across the organisation and provide outstanding customer service to various stakeholders. 

Given the relative size of the organisation, this is a broad role, encompassing many different aspects of Finance and therefore will provide an amazing opportunity for the right candidate to develop a broad Finance skillset. 

Role areas of responsibility include:

• Financial Management and Finance Business
• Financial Control and Reporting
• Treasury Management 

About You

We are looking for someone who holds a professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA/ACCA/CIMA), including newly qualified accountants with sufficient experience. Finance professionals that have sufficient relevant experience and are close to becoming fully qualified may also be considered. 

You will also have:

• Relevant experience within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of and practical application of Charities SORP and FRS102 requirements.
• Demonstrable business partnering experience, preferably in a similar size organisation and business model.
• Strong financial control, management accounting and reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt and influence change.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using a range of financial reporting tools.
• Experience of using a range of accounting software (Xledger desirable).
• Good working knowledge of MS Office programmes.
• Desire to pro-actively learn about AI and its application to finance activities.

About the Organisation

Join an organisations that believes that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and make the most of their education. The team are passionate about reducing the educational barriers students face, helping them to pursue a career in their chosen field and follow their dreams. 

Benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata), Bank Holidays and Winter closure (5 days).
• PerkBox – offering nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, learning and much more.
• Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff.
• Paid wellbeing day.
• Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day.
• Interest-free travelcard loans.
• Cycles scheme loans.
• Two paid Volunteering Days.
• Employer’s pensions contributions (3%).
• CPD options with a business case aligned with strategic objectives.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer, if you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us. Please note, if you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to a DBS check.

You also have experience in roles such as Finance, Financial Controller, Finance and Operations, Finance Officer, Finance Manager, Accountant.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Head of People and CultureSalary: £65,000 per annum
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)

TPP is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised charity to recruit a Head of People and Culture. This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose and play a leading role in shaping its culture, people strategy and future direction.

With an ambitious strategy and an exciting period of organisational development ahead, the organisation is seeking an experienced HR leader who can combine strategic thinking with operational excellence. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Group, you will influence organisation-wide decision-making and help create an outstanding employee experience across the charity.The OpportunityReporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead the development and delivery of a modern People and Culture strategy that supports organisational goals, drives positive cultural change and enables colleagues to thrive.

This is a highly visible leadership role, combining strategic influence with hands-on responsibility for the day-to-day people function. Working closely with senior leaders, managers and colleagues, you will ensure that the organisation attracts, develops and retains talented people while maintaining a strong, inclusive and values-led culture.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the People and Culture strategy.
• Partner with the Chief Executive and senior leaders on organisational development, workforce planning and change management.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, organisational design, succession planning and people-related risk.
• Lead cultural development, engagement and wellbeing initiatives that foster inclusion, belonging and collaboration.
• Develop and oversee best-practice approaches to recruitment, onboarding, performance management and learning and development.
• Ensure all HR policies and processes remain compliant, effective and aligned with organisational values.
• Monitor and report on workforce metrics, people-related KPIs and organisational risks.
• Lead and develop the People function, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality HR service.
• Support the successful delivery of organisational change programmes and consultation processes.

About YouYou will be a credible and influential People leader with a passion for creating environments where people and organisations can flourish.

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience developing and delivering people strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience advising senior leaders on complex people and organisational issues.
• A track record of leading culture change, engagement and organisational development initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing employee relations matters and consultation processes.
• Strong leadership and team management capability.
• Experience using HR systems, workforce data and reporting to inform decision-making.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with excellent judgement and influencing skills.

Why Join?This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within an organisation committed to delivering positive social impact. You will join at a pivotal moment, helping shape the future culture, capability and employee experience of a respected national charity.

The organisation is committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Applications are encouraged from candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.TPP's deadline 17th August 2026.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Home-Start Kirklees at a time of growth and development. You’ll play a key role in shaping services that support local families, leading a passionate team and helping ensure children have the best possible start in life.  This lead role is fundamental to overseeing all operational delivery of services, managing projects, developing the workforce and partnership engagement.

Home-Start is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families through recruiting and training volunteers to provide family support. Our vision is that families will be safe, healthy and resilient and that children will have the best start in life.

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Lead

Location:  Huddersfield Town Centre Office. Partnership work across Kirklees required. Hybrid and flexible working pattern available.

Salary: NJC Scale SCP 29-32 (£39,862 - £42,839 pro rata). Starting salary SCP 29, increasing to SCP 30 after a successful probationary period.

Hours: 37 hours per week (negotiable part-time hours available).

Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance including Birthday leave with one week extra annual leave after 5 years’ service.  Well-being support (Employee Assistance Programme). Professional development and travel expenses paid. Free parking at town centre office location.

Family friendly policies.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Home-Start Kirklees at a time of growth and development.

You’ll play a key role in shaping services that support local families, leading a passionate team and helping ensure children have the best possible start in life.  This lead role is fundamental to overseeing all operational delivery of services, managing projects, developing the workforce and partnership engagement.

Essential requirements include:

• Good interpersonal, motivational and communication skills
• A passion for working in the voluntary sector and making a difference to families
• Excellent leadership and project management skills
• Experience of developing effective working partnerships with stakeholders

Please contact us for an application pack

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 14th September 2026

Interviews for this post will be held on Thursday 24th September 2026

Please do not send CVs.

 Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check at enhanced level and barring service check and the receipt of appropriate references.

Home-Start Kirklees is committed to a policy of equality and diversity which respects the identity, rights and value of all individuals.  We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all staff working with these groups are expected to share a commitment to this. You will be expected to report any concerns relating to the safeguarding of children and/or young people in accordance with agreed procedures. If your own conduct in relation to the safeguarding of children or young people gives cause for concern, Home-Start Kirklees child protection procedures will be followed, alongside implementation of the charity’s disciplinary procedure.

Durham Diocese is looking to recruit a Church Planting Enabler passionate about seeing the church multiply across our region, reaching out to the 99% of people who are not yet in church.

The Growing Churches team work with churches across our Diocese to help raise disciples, develop missional confidence, and multiply ministry through establishing new worshipping communities and engaging in church revitalisation.

We are looking for an experienced missional leader who, with creativity and passion, is able to inspire and coach churches to identify opportunities, develop leaders, and plan strategically for new expressions of church.

Recruitment Project Lead (12-Month FTC)

Hybrid Working | London | International Scope

Hays are delighted to be working exclusively with the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to recruit a Recruitment Project Lead on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced recruitment professional to join a globally recognised organisation. Working as part of a collaborative international HR team, you will play a key role in shaping and embedding recruitment best practice across a workforce spanning 26 countries.
This is not a traditional recruitment role. Instead, it offers the opportunity to lead projects focused on recruitment governance, hiring capability, employer branding, candidate experience and recruitment transformation.

The Opportunity

Working closely with HR colleagues, hiring managers and senior stakeholders globally, you will review, enhance and embed recruitment practices across the organisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing recruitment policies, processes and governance frameworks
• Establishing and managing preferred supplier arrangements
• Supporting the organisation's wider recruitment strategy and capability agenda
• Designing and delivering recruitment training for HR colleagues and hiring managers
• Enhancing the MSC employer brand and candidate attraction approach
• Working with Communications teams to develop an engaging and inspiring careers site
• Supporting wider people projects, including pay transparency initiatives
• Improving the adoption and utilisation of recruitment systems and tools
• Driving greater consistency across international recruitment practices

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

• Proven experience developing and improving recruitment policies and processes
• Experience designing and delivering recruitment training programmes
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practice and candidate experience
• The ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams and functions
• Experience managing recruitment projects or transformation initiatives
• An understanding of employer branding, attraction strategies and recruitment marketing
• The confidence to work independently while building strong relationships across an international organisation

International experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from a broad range of sectors will be considered.

Why Join MSC?

The Marine Stewardship Council's vision is for the world's oceans to be teeming with life and seafood supplies to be safeguarded for this and future generations.Through its internationally recognised certification and ecolabelling program, the MSC helps to promote sustainable fishing practices across the globe. Today, hundreds of fisheries around the world participate in the program and MSC-labelled seafood products are available in more than 66 countries.This role offers the opportunity to contribute to an organisation with a genuine purpose while helping shape the future of recruitment across a global workforce.

Additional Information

• 12-month Fixed Term Contract
• Hybrid working model with a minimum of 50% office attendance in London
• International scope and stakeholder exposure
• 25 days annual leave plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Pension from day one

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position and applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
If you're a recruitment professional who enjoys improving processes, developing capability and influencing stakeholders, please apply and I will be in touch.

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