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ABOUT THE ROLE
Think Active is entering an exciting period of growth, collaboration and system leadership. Over the coming years, we aim to strengthen our influence and impact across Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire, particularly in tackling inequalities through the power of sport and physical activity.
At the heart of our work is our vision:
#WeThinkActive – Everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.
And our mission:
We will use the power and potential of sport and physical activity to enable future generations to have healthier and more prosperous lives.
This new role of Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry has been created following successful investment through Sport England’s Place Expansion programme for Coventry. The role will provide strategic leadership for the implementation and coordination of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry , including supporting the development and implementation of the emerging Coventry Physical Activity Partnership.
The role reflects the growing recognition that physical activity has an important role to play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities across Coventry. We envisage physical activity continuing to be used as part of the wider One Coventry approach to tackling the inequalities experienced by local people.
The postholder will be employed by Think Active but will work on behalf of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership, bringing together partners from across sectors around a shared vision and agenda for change.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment checks, a DBS check and proof of the right to work in the UK.
BASE LOCATION & WORKING APPROACH
Think Active’s headquarters are at 1 Mill Street in Leamington Spa; however, this role will also be expected to work from a range of locations across Coventry, reflecting the partnership and place-based nature of the role.
This role requires a strong commitment to system working, including engaging with partners and stakeholders where they are and at times that best support collaboration and impact. As such, there may be a requirement for occasional evening and weekend work.
There will also be occasional travel regionally and nationally to support partnership working, learning, and organisational priorities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
Uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in your behaviour and your work.
Reporting to the Development Director, the Strategic Partnership Lead: Coventry will will act as a senior leader within Think Active, shaping our strategic role and leading the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring strong partnership working, effective programme delivery and a collaborative, community-centred approach.
The role will play a key part in ensuring physical activity is embedded within wider system priorities across Coventry, including health, wellbeing, inequalities, communities and place-based working.
The postholder will be expected to uphold the values, culture and customer charter of Think Active in their behaviour and work.
Strategic Leadership and Place Development
Lead and project manage the implementation of the Sport England Place Expansion investment across Coventry, ensuring delivery aligns with the Conditions of Award
Lead the development and implementation of the Place Expansion Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Framework for Coventry
Support the strategic development of the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership and contribute to shaping its long-term direction and priorities
Help position physical activity as part of the solution to wider social, health and community challenges within Coventry
Influence and align partners to adopt whole-system thinking and inclusive, community-centred approaches
Identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration, investment and impact across the Coventry system
Ensure the voices and experiences of communities help shape priorities, approaches and decision-making
System Leadership
Position physical activity and movement as a contributing solution within wider prevention, inequality, wellbeing and community agendas across Coventry.
Build and maintain strong relationships with partners and stakeholders across sectors, including:
NHS organisations and health systems
Local Authority teams
Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations
Community groups and residents
Strategic and operational delivery partners
Act as a trusted partner, facilitator and connector across Coventry’s system landscape
Convene and coordinate partners around shared agendas and priorities
Be adept at navigating barriers and challenges to partnership working when they arise
Represent Think Active and the Coventry Physical Activity Partnership within relevant boards, partnerships and working groups
Support organisations and communities to co-design sustainable solutions that embed physical activity within communities and services
Identify opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability, investment and system ownership of Coventry’s Physical Activity Partnership.
Project Management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Manage the Place Expansion budget and ensure effective oversight of investment and resources
Manage timelines, delivery plans, risks and reporting requirements
Ensure robust monitoring, evaluation and learning approaches are embedded throughout delivery
Contribute to capturing insight, learning and impact across the partnership and share this with stakeholders, including Sport England
Support the development of local capacity by mentoring and supporting organisations and partners
Ensure delivery remains aligned to community need, strategic priorities and organisational values
Governance, Reporting and Contribution to Wider Organisational Priorities
Prepare reports and updates for Think Active, partners, funders and governance groups as required
Ensure delivery aligns with organisational governance, funding requirements and reporting frameworks
Contribute to organisational learning and wider Think Active priorities
Work collaboratively across the Think Active team, avoiding siloed approaches to delivery and partnership working
Adhere to Think Active safeguarding, equality, health and safety, data protection and confidentiality policies
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as directed by the line manager and/or Chief Executive
PERSON SPECIFICATION: RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
A successful candidate for this role would be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and knowledge:
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant professional experience in community development, public health, sport and physical activity, social policy, partnership working or related fields
Desirable Criteria
Project management, systems leadership or facilitation qualification
Experience
Essential Criteria
Significant experience of leading or coordinating complex partnership programmes, projects or strategic initiatives across multiple organisations and stakeholders
Experience of working within partnership, public sector, health, community or system leadership environments
Proven ability to build, influence and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders, partners and communities
Experience of convening organisations and stakeholders around shared priorities, outcomes or strategic agendas
Experience of leading or supporting place-based, systems change or collaborative approaches to tackling inequalities
Experience of managing complex programmes, interconnected priorities, budgets and delivery plans
Experience of monitoring progress, managing risk and reporting to partners, governance groups or funders
Experience of amplifying community voice and lived experience to shape strategic priorities, partnership approaches or service design
Desirable Criteria
Experience of working within Active Partnerships, Sport England funded programmes or wider place-based investment programmes
Experience of working within or alongside local government, NHS, VCFSE or community-led systems
Experience of working within Coventry or similar urban communities experiencing inequalities
Experience of supporting or facilitating co-production, community engagement or participatory approaches
Experience of managing commissioned work, procurement processes or contract oversight
Experience of line management, mentoring or workforce development
Experience of developing or applying monitoring, evaluation and learning frameworks
Experience of securing investment, funding or partnership contributions
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
Strong understanding of the role physical activity, movement and sport can play in improving health, reducing inequalities and strengthening communities
Understanding of systems leadership, partnership working and collaborative approaches to change
Understanding of inequalities, barriers to participation and the wider social determinants that influence health and wellbeing
Understanding of community-centred approaches, co-production and asset-based ways of working
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge of Sport England’s Uniting the Movement strategy and place-based investment approaches
Knowledge of local policy, partnership or community landscapes across Coventry
Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, insight and learning approaches within community or systems-based programmes
Awareness of current national policy relating to prevention, population health or place-based working
Skills
Essential Criteria
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
Excellent relationship-building, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to bring people together around a shared purpose and create momentum for change
Strong programme and project management skills, including planning, coordination and oversight of multiple workstreams
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with different audiences and sectors
Ability to analyse information, identify opportunities and translate insight into action and partnership development
Confident digital literacy skills, including use of Microsoft Office and collaborative working tools
Desirable Criteria
Facilitation, workshop design or group process skills
Presentation or public speaking experience
Experience of developing reports, business cases or funding proposals
ABOUT THINK ACTIVE
Think Active is a charity and the Active Partnership for Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire. We are one of 6 sub-regional Active Partnerships within the West Midlands and one of 42 across England.
Active Partnerships are strategic organisations that recognise activity levels are affected by a complex system of influences, and no single organisation or programme can create sustainable change at scale. Understanding the unique attributes and challenges within Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire, we work collaboratively with our network of local partners to help create the right conditions for those facing the greatest inequalities to have access to movement, sport and physical activity, in a way that works for them For further information on Think Active, please visit our website here
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THINK ACTIVE
Employer pension contribution of 6%, subject to scheme eligibility and terms.27 days annual leave (FTE), plus bank holidays.
Agile and flexible working, with a blended approach to home, office, and remote working.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick leave policies.
Contribution to the cost of eye tests.
Commitment to professional development and training.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Life Insurance cover
We love difference and will be interested to find out what motivates you and how you can contribute to Think Active. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are a Disability Confident committed employer, and we actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application and assessment process, and upon joining Think Active.
We recognise that some of the language used within this job description may be sector specific. We are committed to keeping jargon to a minimum and would encourage interested applicants to ask questions or seek clarification at any point during our recruitment process.
For everyone in Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire to benefit from movement and enjoy sport and physical activity in safe and thriving communities.
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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. We have increased our capacity to work with people one to one and strengthened our ability to support those people facing the most barriers to preventing or ending their homelessness.
We offer people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless housing and benefits advice, 1-2-1 coaching, advocacy, courses and peer group sessions alongside practical services of showers and laundry for street homeless.
About the role
As Engagement and Assessment Worker, you will be the first point of contact for someone who comes to Crisis for help to end their homelessness. You will welcome people and listen carefully to their story whilst providing information, advice, and guidance. This role ensures that anyone who contacts the service will get an immediate response from the Engagement and Assessment team. The team will be making sure that anyone who would benefit from services, support and advice elsewhere will be signposted and referred. When we're best placed to help, people will be rapidly allocated a Crisis Lead Worker.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 23:59
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 24th June 2026 at Crisis Skylight South Wales, 163 St Helens Road, Swansea SA1 4DQ
Interview process: Competency-based interview followed by a service user panel interview
AI in Job Applications
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Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
L’Arche Internship Programme Lead
ABOUT THE ROLE
Hours of work: 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Salary: £31,507.88 plus London weighting if based in London per annum (Banding E1). Pro-rata £25,205.30
Place of work: London or within commuting distance to one of L’Arche’s Communities. The role also involves regular travel to L’Arche Communities UK-wide and national meetings; overnight stays required for retreats
Contract type: Permanent. Part-time
Closing date: Wednesday, 3rd of June at 23:59
Note: This position does not offer sponsorship and is best suited for a candidate already located in the UK.
Lead a transformative live-in internship programme that inspires personal growth through meaningful relationships, shared community life, and reflective spiritual practice.
We are looking for a passionate and compassionate Internship Programme Lead to shape and support the L'Arche Internship Programme, creating a great experience where reflective practice and belonging are at the heart of everyday life.
Main purpose of the role
The Internship Programme Lead is responsible for managing, delivering and continuously improving the L’Arche Internship Programme.
Working with the Deputy Facilitator and local community leads, you will support recruitment and marketing, facilitate online sessions and two annual residential retreats, and ensure interns have a meaningful and impactful experience across L’Arche communities.
The role includes around one day per week focused on formation activities (retreats, online sessions and events).
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
Additional details about L'Arche can be found - here.
A full job description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
To apply, please submit your CV and answer the questions from our online application form.
Closing date for applications is: Wednesday, 3rd of June at 23:59
We encourage you not to wait until the closing date to submit your application, as we may begin interviewing strong candidates before then.
We also reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive enough suitable applications.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
Our inclusive communities challenge people to think differently about disability
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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London National Park City is looking for a friendly and energetic community organiser to join our small staff team as a Ranger Coordinator. This is a two year contract role for at least four days per week, to support the delivery of our Ranger programme and activities across London.
You will work closely with the Community Director to support the development and confidence of individual Rangers, help deliver our ranger training programme, and support the recruitment and induction of new volunteers into our community, and embody the culture and community that makes our rangers feel supported, connected, and valued.
You will work with the team to support administration of the Ranger Programme and help in the delivery of our small grants programme.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in community organising, who has good attention to detail, community-minded, with experience of facilitating training or events and a genuine passion for community building and nature.
London National Park City is the long term grassroots movement for everyone making London greener, healthier and wilder. London became the world's first National Park City in 2019 with the aim of making our city a place where people and nature are better connected.
Across the capital, we support a flourishing community of almost 200 volunteer Rangers in every London Borough, supporting projects, groups and communities in making our city greener, healthier and wilder. This is an exciting and varied role sitting at the heart of London National Park City's Ranger Programme.
No recruiters please – direct applications only.
Key Responsibilities
Community Organising & Ranger Community
Act as a key point of contact and support for Rangers across London, helping them feel connected to the wider community and to London National Park City while getting to know them and their needs individually.
Lead on the assembly of our River Rangers cohort, bringing together new and existing Rangers whose projects are connected to our rivers and waterways, and creating engaging learning experiences for them.
Facilitate local meetups amongst Rangers, making connections and introductions around shared interests and projects.
Facilitate regular Ranger group gatherings, online connections, and peer-learning opportunities that strengthen relationships across the network.
Support Rangers to lead local activities, events, and projects, providing guidance and connecting them to relevant resources.
Champion ranger wellbeing and recognise contributions in meaningful, creative ways.
Identify and support emerging Ranger leaders who can take on more active roles within the network, and help lead Ranger working groups to extend programming and access to resources.
Ranger Training and Peer Learning
Work as part of a team to support the ongoing design, development, and continuous improvement of Ranger training and peer learning, to ensure that it is engaging and accessible. Facilitate training and identify the necessary resources to support Rangers in learning green skills alongside exploring climate justice and community organising. Co-ordinate the logistics of training sessions, including scheduling, venue booking, communications with participants, and preparation of materials.
Support the gathering and analysis of feedback from programmes to inform ongoing programme development.
Ranger Recruitment
Directly support the identification and recruitment of new Rangers, including developing outreach strategies to attract volunteers from all of London's diverse communities.
Working with the communications team, contribute to recruitment materials on our website and digital channels.
Help manage the application and onboarding process for new Ranger recruits, providing a welcoming and smooth experience from enquiry through to induction.
Actively build relationships with underrepresented communities, community organisations, and local networks who may be interested in joining the Ranger community.
Programme and Administration
Maintain up to date records and administration on Rangers and their activities, including maintaining databases, tracking participation, and preparing reports.
Contribute to the delivery of the Small Grants programme, including supporting Rangers to apply for grants, and design their projects.
Assist with monitoring and evaluation, helping to capture stories, data, and outcomes that demonstrate the impact of the Ranger and Small Grants programmes.
Handle general correspondence and enquiries relating to both programmes professionally and promptly.
Person Specification
Essential
Experience in community organising or volunteer coordination in a professional or voluntary capacity.
Experience of building programmes and facilitating training
Strong organisational and administrative skills, with excellent attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build warm, trusting relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and an understanding of barriers that can prevent people from engaging with nature and volunteering.
Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as collaboratively as part of a small team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, and comfortable working with databases or CRM systems.
A genuine enthusiasm for nature, green spaces, and enabling the participation of London's diverse communities.
Ability to work outside of office hours to meet the demands of the role, (this may include 1 or 2 weekend days a month, and up to one evening a week).
Demonstrable experience of planning and organising your own work schedule and using initiative to deliver results.
Desirable
In regards to the River Rangers cohort knowledge of rivers and waterways in London.
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of and reasons for climate justice.
Experience of preparing regular progress reports for management and funders or partners.
Experience working with partner organisations and/or funder
Not sure you tick all the boxes? Please apply anyway as we want to hear from a wide range of potential candidates.
Diversity and Inclusion
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented, disadvantaged, and marginalised communities. We believe diverse perspectives and lived experiences strengthen our ability to serve London's communities effectively.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace to ensure everyone can participate fully and carry out their duties. If you have any access requirements or additional needs, please let us know at any stage so we can work with you to provide appropriate support.
Salary and benefits
You will be joining and fully participating in a unique and inspirational community of changemakers and storytellers, active across London and increasingly around the world.
This is a contract role ideally full-time or for at least four days per week, initially until June 2028. Salary is dependent on experience and in the range of £32,000 to £36,000 full time. We are open to applications for flexible working arrangements which many of our staff take up.
You will have 25 holiday days allowance per year, pro rated for part-time working.
Following successful completion of a 3-month probationary period, we will enrol you in our Nest pension scheme, and will make additional payments of 4% as long as you contribute 4% of your salary each month.
This role involves a mix of remote and in person working with regular travel across London. You must be based in London and be prepared for regular travel.
You must have the right to work in the UK already in place. Unfortunately we cannot sponsor or support any visa applications.
How To Apply
We will aim to carry out interviews during the week commencing 22nd June.
To apply please send us a copy of your CV, along with a cover letter of no more than two A4 pages outlining your suitability for this role along with answers to the following three questions:
Question 1: Tell us about a time when you have built and facilitated a training or engagement programme?
Question 2: How would you go about building your relationship with a community of volunteer Rangers?
Question 3: How would you make your own neighbourhood greener, healthier and wilder?
Selection process
Initial shortlisting will be carried out by our staff panel, who will score candidates’ CVs and responses to the application questions.
Interviews will be conducted by a panel of London National Park City staff, initially via video conference, and in-person for final interviews. Unfortunately we will be unable to provide feedback to applicants not initially shortlisted.
The long term grassroots movement for everybody making their cities, greener, healthier and wilder.



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Our client is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest. With a committed, dedicated staff team and clear plans to scale reach, support and impact, this charity lives its values by being positive, collaborative and ambitious in all it does.
Business Development Manager
Hybrid - predominantly home-based with occasional travel
Permanent
22.5 - 30 hrs hours per week (negotiable, 3-4 days a week)
£39,000 - £45,000 (pro-rata for part-time hours)
Reporting to the Director of Income and Engagement, you will identify, assess and manage contract and funding opportunities. You'll lead the development of compelling, high-quality and cost-effective bids and proposals (including re-securing existing contracts), coordinating bid plans and bid teams to ensure a consistent approach. You will also support mobilisation of new contracts and services and build relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. Using insight, outcomes data and carers' feedback, you'll strengthen bids, inform service improvement and support the development of innovative service models that improve outcomes for carers.
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong track record of securing new contracts and re-securing existing contracts, with experience of commissioning and procurement processes in health, social care or the voluntary sector. You'll have proven experience of leading bid development activity and bid teams, producing high-quality, persuasive proposals to tight deadlines, alongside strong senior stakeholder engagement skills with commissioners, funders and partner organisations. You'll bring a good understanding of health and care systems (including Local Authority and Integrated Care System priorities and pressures), plus experience of service design and improvement, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and people with lived experience.
How to apply
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on Monday 8 June. . Interviews will be held on Monday 15 June and Friday 19 June.
Citizens UK
Citizens UK is the UK’s biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems.
Living Wage Foundation
The Living Wage movement began in 2001, after Citizens UK brought together communities in East London to discuss poverty and low pay. The campaign grew in momentum and soon required a mechanism to recognise employers who wanted to join the movement, which saw the establishment of the Living Wage Foundation in 2011.
Still part of Citizens UK today, the Living Wage Foundation continues to work with community organisations to make sure the voices of both workers and businesses are part of the Living Wage movement. We now work with over 16,000 employers, benefitting over 475,000 people and winning over £3bn of better wages for people who need it most.
Citizens UK works with a broad base of institutions across the political spectrum. At the Living Wage Foundation, we take the same deliberately broad-based approach and accredit all organisations who pay the real Living Wage to their directly and indirectly employed staff and are committed to tackling in work poverty. As a team we work across a range of industries and sectors to achieve this mission. We seek pragmatic coalitions in order to progress specific campaigns, and partnership around a particular issue such as Living Wage, does not imply an endorsement of broader purpose and policies.
Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced digital communications professional to join the Living Wage Foundation team as our Digital Communications Manager. The ideal candidate would have demonstrable digital communications skills and experience, on top of an enthusiasm for engaging supporters across our social networks, website and email communications. The candidate will be tech savvy and have experience managing social media, using a website CMS and other digital tools that will support engagement with the real Living Wage and other key areas e.g. Living Hours and a Living Pension, across multiple stakeholders. They’ll also be an effective storyteller with an understanding of how to transform stories into impactful online communications.
As part of a busy department of communications specialists spanning media, digital, you will play a critical role in shaping our digital engagement strategy through our website, social media channels and email marketing. As well as leading the team to expand our reach and build brand awareness through creative content, you will also have a keen eye for analytics and work with our partner agencies to deliver effective campaigns across paid social media ads, Google Ads and website management.
The person in this role will line manage a Communications Officer who will offer digital communications support. The ideal candidate will be a patient and kind people manager who enjoys supporting the personal development of team members This role will work closely with Citizens UK colleagues, including the Citizens UK communications team on cross-organisational priorities. You will report to the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager at the Living Wage Foundation.
This role will play an integral role in shaping the wider communications strategy. You will be working as part of a passionate communications team, with a strong commitment to the Living Wage campaign.
Main Responsibilities
Working as the Digital Communications Manager, reporting to the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager, your main responsibilities will include:
Social media:
Lead the team in the use of social media to increase brand awareness and impact; generate innovative approaches.
Oversee Communications Officers to monitor, manage, create and schedule content on our social media accounts, tailoring content to different channels and audiences.
Establish systems for monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators and delivering to time and budget.
Manage paid advertising strategy on social media, overseeing relationship with external agencies.
Website:
Work with developers to maintain and update website CMS alongside Operations team, support the team in creating news and blog content and help upskill colleagues to create content for the website.
Support on development of a members’ dashboard area to improve processes and enhance the accreditation experience.
Use insights and analytics to monitor the success of the website e.g. Google Analytics.
Materials development and dissemination:
Ensure all work is completed within brand guidelines.
Roll-out a content strategy to support the digital communications and marketing strategy, taking responsibility for resourcing the workplan for the wider team and contractors.
Manage our newsletter and mailing lists with Living Wage Employers; looking for opportunities to improve content and impact.
Basic design and video-editing support of communications and marketing collateral.
Support the wider team and employers with ad-hoc marketing requests and digital materials to support their work plans.
Situational awareness and research:
Lead the team in conducting stakeholder analysis; identifying and segmenting audiences and their positions and interests.
Confident to test and learn from new digital and marketing approaches.
Identify new ways to communicate effectively with our internal employer network, by building understanding of our key audiences and employer journey.
Strategy development:
Participate in development of the communications strategy, contributing tactical and creative ideas around implementation, ensuring it is integrated with wider communications and campaigns strategies.
Shape digital engagement and marketing strategy, ensuring that plans deliver against the influencing goals; evaluating effectiveness of the strategy and adjusting as required.
Work with wider teams to support the development of tailored digital communications strategies
Manage limited budgets for the digital growth strategy.
Reputational and risk management:
Appropriately manage and mitigate risk on our digital channels; developing processes and messaging when necessary.
Demonstrate awareness of potential reputational risks and proactively develops appropriate protocol and messages, including expected professional fundraising standards.
Effectively represents the organisation with senior stakeholders
External relationships:
Collaborate with Living Wage Employers and supporters to create engaging content and further Living Wage visibility online.
Manage external relationships with agencies, designers and other contractors to resource digital communications work, ensuring quality and brand consistency.
Campaigns and events management:
Develop creative digital marketing campaigns that promote our brand and further engagement objectives.
Create a digital strategy for Living Wage Week, including creation of the employer digital pack, overseeing delivery by Communications Officers.
Provide digital support and advice for organisational campaign and event priorities.
Establish systems for monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators and delivering to time and budget.
Internal comms and knowledge management:
Identify gaps in our internal knowledge management in digital practices and strengthen these with clear processes and documents to drive best practice amongst wider team.
Provide digital support and advice to colleagues across numerous projects; this might include trainings on the use of digital platforms and trends, in order to build internal capacity and best support their work.
Act as a brand ambassador for the whole organisation.
Internal relationships:
Line management of the Communications Officer.
Provide leadership on our digital engagement, ensuring colleagues feel supported, developed and valued
Ability to manage or coordinate staff across the organisation.
Ensure the work produced across the team is of high quality and reflective of organisational values.
Contribute to CUK mission and its strategic objectives:
Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the function and the core mission of CUK/ Living Wage Foundation.
Reliably implement and participate in the development of cross-organisational policies, procedures, and values in the delivery of work across the communications department.
Learning, expertise & DEI
Keep up to date with comms developments, good practice in third sector etc.
Train others with relevant and helpful advice and technical support
Proactive in maintaining own wellbeing and supporting direct reports in managing their wellbeing at work
Display self-awareness of DEI issues and the impact on direct reports. Act as a role model for DEI awareness and implementation.
Be alert to and manage the impact of DEI issues for direct reports and stakeholders.
Personal Specification
(D) Desirable, (E) Essential
Experience
Background in communications with experience working with digital tools, including analytics tools (E)
Experience working with multiple internal project teams (E)
Experience managing a team and manage work of others (preferably line management) (E)
Expertise managing social media platforms (E)
Expertise at managing a website CMS and/or leading on website UX (E)
Expertise managing email marketing (E)
Experience of working on integrated communication campaigns (D)
Proven experience of Paid Media platforms – e.g. Facebook Business Manager, Google Ads (D)
Experience of video production and editing (D)
Key skills and knowledge
Wide range of digital skills across marketing and CMS platforms (such as Mailchimp, WordPress, Drupal etc) (E)
Proficient in Google Analytics (E)
Proficient in content marketing and social media strategies across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook (E)
Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to tell stories (E)
Ability to manage external agencies and stakeholder engagement (E)
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and take responsibility for own workload, handle multiple priorities and to work independently (E)
Proficient in content marketing and social media strategies (D)
Proficient in SEO (D)
Strong understanding of brand and design principles (D)
An understanding of Citizens UK’s national campaign areas (D)
Personal qualities & values
An enthusiasm for digital communications, coupled with a strong commitment to the mission of the Living Wage Foundation (E)
A commitment to the Citizens UK values: Solidarity, Kindness, Courage, Inclusion, Relational. (E)
A strong team player, fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment. (E)
Takes accountability (E)
Creative and curious (E)
Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of how to communicate responsibly and ethically about lived experience. (E)
About the application process
We work within diverse communities bringing people together. In line with our Inclusion value, we would love to see applications from LGBTQIA+ people, people from racialised communities, people living with disabilities and people of faith, all to better represent the communities we work in. We want our employees to have the working conditions that allows them to fully participate, be able to be their best authentic selves and thrive doing so, and we have employee networks to support staff. Even if you don’t quite meet all the required criteria still consider applying, as we invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role.
For questions and reasonable adjustments regarding your application including information in a different format, or our recruitment process, please email us.
Application timeline
Applications open 18th May:
Applications close: 7th June
Interviews to be held on 16th or 24th June
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The National Youth Agency is looking for a Youth Voice and Influence Officer
Youth Voice and Influence Officer
Contract: Fixed term until 30th April 2027
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week
Salary: £36,050 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Location: Home-based in England with occasional travel for meetings, workshops, and team activities. Head Office is in Leicester.
What we do
As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
About the Role
We are looking for a Youth Voice and Influence Officer to support the delivery of high-quality, inclusive Youth Voice & Influence (YV&I) initiatives across the NYA, ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved in shaping programmes, influencing decisions, and leading their own advocacy. The YV&I Officer will engage directly with young people and stakeholders, lead on smaller projects and/or individual programme work strands, support internal teams, and contribute to achieving the NYA’s mission of empowering young voices.
This vacancy will have a primary focus on delivering the UK Youth Parliament programme and flexibility to respond to organisational need.
Key Responsibilities
As a Youth Voice and Influence Officer, you will:
1. Deliver Against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
2. Youth Voice Engagement and Delivery
3. Flexibility and Support Across NYA Teams
4. Building Relationships with Young People and Stakeholders
5. Collaboration and Teamwork
6. Monitoring, Reporting, and Feedback
7. Supporting NYA’s Strategic Goals
Why Work for NYA?
Closing date: 23:59 Friday 14th June 2026
Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early)
Interviews: Week commencing 6th July (subject to change)
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer.
At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission.
We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.
Please note: We use AI detector software, so applications or CV’s with high levels of AI generated content may be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance.
No agencies please.
Do you have significant strategic leadership, operational management and budget management experience?
AFK is looking for a visible leader of our organisation to inspire and motivate the team through your presence and engagement.
Context of Job
AFK is a national charity whose mission is to create opportunities for children and young people who are disabled or neurodiverse, to increase their independence, reach their individual potential and remove the barriers they face.
Our vision is a world where there are no barriers to independence for children and young people who are disabled or neurodivergent.
In response to this we offer bespoke employment skills training and organise work experience across North London. At a national level, we provide mobility equipment not available on the NHS for disabled children and young people up to the age of 25.
Overall Job Purpose
The Chief Executive Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management for the charity, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver our mission and ensure AFK's sustainability and growth. You will lead a team of around 30 staff and volunteers, managing an annual budget of approximately £2 million.
As the visible leader of the organisation, you'll inspire and motivate the team through your presence and engagement. You'll be responsible for building strong team relationships, providing hands-on support when required, and will demonstrate the charity's values in everything you do. By leading from the front and showing the commitment and passion that drives AFK forward, you'll create a culture where everyone is motivated to deliver their best work.
Working Conditions
The post is 35 hours a week, normally 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. The post holder may be expected to work some evenings and weekends as required by the job.
28 days annual leave will be given in addition to public holidays.
There is a TOIL policy.
Working Relationships
The CEO will maintain close working relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external stakeholders. You'll work collaboratively with a Board of eight trustees to drive the charity's strategy forward, providing regular updates and ensuring effective governance.
You'll line manage members of the Senior Management Team, ensuring a cohesive and effective leadership group.
Building and nurturing relationships with key funders, partners, and supporters will be essential to the role. You'll act as an ambassador for the charity with AFK’s stakeholders, representing our mission and impact. Developing strong networks within the sector and maintaining meaningful connections with service users will be vital to ensuring the charity remains responsive and relevant to those it serves.
You'll also build visible and accessible connections with the wider staff team through regular communication and engagement across the organisation.
Importantly, this is a hands-on leadership role with a direct portfolio responsibility. In addition to your organisational leadership duties, you will lead and manage one of our core functional areas, whether that is Service Delivery, Fundraising, or Finance and Operations. You'll bring your specialist expertise and people management skills to this area, taking ownership of its performance and development.
This means the CEO role combines strategic leadership of the whole organisation with active, day-to-day accountability for a defined part of it.
AFK is a successful charity with well-established processes and an experienced team, meaning you'll be well supported to fulfil both dimensions of this role effectively.
Interview Schedule
First round of interviews will be held by mid June
Second round to be confirmed
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Please submit a CV and a personal statement outlining how you fulfil the person specification.
Our vision is a world where there are no barriers to independence for children and young people who are disabled or neurodiverse.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Working Well Trust
Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.
We are now recruiting an IPS Employment Advisor to join our Connect to Work service across Enfield. This is a full-time, permanent role working 35 hours per week, following the principles of the IPS model to support people into paid employment.
What you’ll be doing
If you were working with us, your days would be varied and people-centred. You would manage a caseload of clients with mental health support needs, people experiencing homelessness, and people with offending histories, offering one-to-one support to help them secure and sustain employment that matches their preferences.
You would provide person-centred guidance using the IPS approach (training is provided), helping clients build confidence, prepare for work, and navigate challenges that may arise. A key part of the role involves engaging employers, promoting the value of our service, and identifying suitable job opportunities.
You would work closely with NHS clinical teams, contributing to an integrated approach to recovery through employment. This includes attending team meetings, coordinating support, and maintaining clear, client-led communication. The role also involves working to agreed targets while maintaining a high-quality, supportive service.
What you’ll need
You do not need previous employment support experience. What matters most is that you bring:
A genuine desire to support people with mental health support needs and/or learning disabilities to achieve their employment goals.
Motivation to help people from all backgrounds move into meaningful work.
Confidence speaking with a wide range of people, from clients to employers.
Strong organisation skills, with the ability to multitask and manage your workload.
Willingness to learn the IPS model and become confident approaching employers.
We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, personally or through a close contact.
What we offer
30 days annual leave plus public holidays (FTE)
Paid company closed days at the end of the year (FTE)
Flexible, paid Wellbeing Hour every fortnight (FTE)
6% employer pension contribution
Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities employer and Confident about Disabilities.
What’s next
Before you apply, please note the following:
We actively recruit and carefully review all applications. Due to rapid service expansion, we have onboarded 20 external hires in the last six months.
To ensure we can best support the people and communities we serve, we progress applications only where candidates provide meaningful answers to the screening questions.
Career development is real here: in the past year, 10 colleagues have progressed internally into Senior roles, Project Lead, Team Lead, and Operations Manager positions. We value ambition and celebrate progression.
If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage, for example due to a disability, learning difficulty or health condition, please let us know in advance so that we can make appropriate arrangements.
If you are ready to help us build a service that supports people into meaningful work, click Apply to submit your CV and answer the screening questions. Telephone and final interviews will be confirmed.
Start your application today and take the next step in a rewarding career.
Please upload your CV and answer the screening questions. Please make sure you have highlighted in your application how you meet the person specification for this position.
At Working Well Trust, our mission is to support people experiencing mental health challenges and/or are neurodiverse on their employment journey.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The National Flood Forum (NFF) is seeking a dynamic, motivated individual for the role Flood Engagement Officer – Thames Valley. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about working with communities, especially those at risk of flooding.
Key Details:
Role Overview:
The Flood Engagement Officer will support the Thames Valley community engagement team, reporting to a Community Engagement Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with communities to support them in tackling flooding risks.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
The ideal candidate will be:
You must also be a resident of the UK with the right to work in the UK.
About the National Flood Forum:
The NFF is a national charity founded by those affected by flooding, working to support and represent individuals and communities at risk. The organization focuses on empowering flood-affected communities to recover and improve flood resilience. The NFF encourages applications from individuals with lived experience of flooding, and from diverse backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Outreach Housing Support Worker
Salary Banding: £28,893.00 per annum with potential to progress through salary band.
Contract: 12 month Fixed Term contract
Hours: Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week
Location: Hatfield / Hybrid / Hertfordshire travel - Candidates must have a full driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
About us
Herts Young Homeless is an independent charity that has supported vulnerable young people across Hertfordshire since 1998.
We’re a passionate, professional and supportive team, working together to prevent and relieve youth homelessness and help young people build safer, more stable futures.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Outreach Housing Support Worker to join our team and provide high‑quality housing advice and support to young people aged 18–24.
This is a flexible role that responds to the needs of young people in the community, helping them navigate housing challenges and avoid or move on from homelessness.
The Difference You’ll Make
In this role, you’ll deliver tailored housing advice that helps young people understand their realistic options and take positive steps forward—particularly during times of crisis.
You’ll play a key role in preventing both first-time and repeat homelessness by building strong relationships and supporting meaningful engagement.
The young people we work with are resilient and inspiring, but may face complex barriers with limited support. We’re looking for someone who brings empathy, patience and determination, and who is committed to helping others grow in confidence and independence.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll have a varied and rewarding role, including:
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from people who are:
You’ll also need:
Experience in the voluntary sector is helpful but not essential—we value transferable skills, lived values and a willingness to learn.
This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or young adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) as part of Herts Young Homeless’ pre-employment checks. Please note that additional information referring to the DBS is in the guidance notes to the application form.
What We Offer
We want you to feel valued, supported and able to thrive. We offer:
How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website and submit:
Closing date: 4th June 2026
Recruitment afternoon: 10th May 2026
(Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a further interview stage)
If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’re committed to supporting you.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, and actively challenge discrimination in all its forms.
Our Promise to You
We will always handle your personal data with care, integrity and respect, and will never share your information without your knowledge and consent.
Breaking the cycle of youth homelessness through education, advice and support for young people and their families

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest. With a committed, dedicated staff team and clear plans to scale reach, support and impact, this charity lives its values by being positive, collaborative and ambitious in all it does.
Business Development Manager
Hybrid - predominantly home-based with occasional travel
Permanent
22.5 - 30 hrs hours per week (negotiable, 3-4 days a week)
£39,000 - £45,000 (pro-rata for part-time hours)
Reporting to the Director of Income and Engagement, you will identify, assess and manage contract and funding opportunities. You'll lead the development of compelling, high-quality and cost-effective bids and proposals (including re-securing existing contracts), coordinating bid plans and bid teams to ensure a consistent approach. You will also support mobilisation of new contracts and services and build relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. Using insight, outcomes data and carers' feedback, you'll strengthen bids, inform service improvement and support the development of innovative service models that improve outcomes for carers.
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong track record of securing new contracts and re-securing existing contracts, with experience of commissioning and procurement processes in health, social care or the voluntary sector. You'll have proven experience of leading bid development activity and bid teams, producing high-quality, persuasive proposals to tight deadlines, alongside strong senior stakeholder engagement skills with commissioners, funders and partner organisations. You'll bring a good understanding of health and care systems (including Local Authority and Integrated Care System priorities and pressures), plus experience of service design and improvement, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and people with lived experience.
How to apply
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. To formally apply, you will need to complete a supporting statement (max. 2 sides of A4) by COB on Monday 8 June.
Location: Northmead House, Creekmoor, Poole, Dorset - CAN operates hybrid working
Hours: 37 (flexible / alternative hours considered)
Salary £37,000–£42,000 per annum FT
Contract length: 12 month Fixed term contract
Closing date: 9am 14th June
About CAN (Community Action Network):
CAN is a respected local infrastructure charity proudly holding the NAVCA Quality Award. We are a membership-led organisation committed to strengthening the voluntary and community sector. Our mission is to serve and champion local charities and community groups, helping to build strong, healthy, diverse, and thriving communities.
We’re looking for a values driven leader who shares our passion for volunteering and community action. Someone who believes in the power of people helping people, and who wants to serve the charities, groups and volunteers making that happen every day.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, and collaborative professional to join us in a pivotal new role, as a Community and Systems Engagement Lead (Young People and Families).
This is a unique opportunity to act as a system-wide connector, bringing together partners across the voluntary, community, public, and private sectors to ensure that young people and families can access the right support at the right time.
You will play a central role in developing a more connected, responsive, and prevention-focused system—improving outcomes and life chances for young people across BCP.
What You Bring
We are looking for someone has experience working across multi-agency partnerships and is a strong relationship builder and communicator.
You will bring:
• A passion for making a difference for young people
• A strategic mindset and a passion for creating positive local impact
• Strong relationship building skills rooted in collaboration and respect
• Confident facilitation skills and an ability to share learning
• Experience of working in partnership or community-based work
• An organised, proactive approach with a drive to move work forward
If you’re the kind of person who sees potential everywhere and wants to help others reach it, we want to meet you.
Why Join CAN?
At CAN, our people tell us they stay because of our values led culture:
compassionate, collaborative, inspirational, respectful and grounded in integrity.
When you join us, you will:
• Work in a supportive, flexible organisation that puts wellbeing first
• Be part of a team that cares about each other, about fairness, and about doing things the right way
• Have opportunities for professional development
• Access other benefits including, contributory pension, 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus all bank holidays season train ticket loan, flexible autonomous working and much more.
Apply now
Please visit our website, download and complete the application form below and send your completed application form to recruitment @ can100 . org by the deadline. Unfortunately, we are rarely able to consider applications received after the deadline.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are a not-for-profit organisation committed to increasing the diversity and numbers of young people entering engineering and technology to meet the future workforce needs, as well as promoting roles that help us work towards net zero and drive environmental sustainability.
This maternity cover role is a fantastic opportunity to make a direct impact on this mission. You’ll achieve this as part of a deeply collaborative and trusts-funding-ready organisational culture.
You may be an experienced fundraising manager wanting to contribute to and steer strategy development, or a specialist seeking to take the next step in their career. With experience in grant funding – from trusts, foundations, philanthropists or government – you will have three key areas shape, building on the great foundations already in place. These are;
You will be part of a truly collaborative team which achieves shared ambitions, when working on cross-department projects such as reporting to your funders and preparing engaging experiences for them. This can include visits to schools, tours of our stand-out Big Bang Fair with 20,000 visitors, or volunteering on our Big Bang competition judging. These opportunities mean that EngineeringUK is uniquely placed for a Trusts & Foundations Manager to work in meaningful relationship development as well as the “bread and butter” delivery. In this job, you will experience EngineeringUK’s values first-hand, through direct relationships with your CEO and Trustee Board members, as well as your community of relationship specialist teammates.
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Trusts & Foundations specialist to complete a maternity cover. This role will continue to expand EngineeringUK’s relationships in this field and develop grant-funding as a core income stream for our work. We receive significant funding from grant funders already but are looking to scale this income stream. This gives the successful candidate the opportunity to create impact for our programme delivery, research and beyond. Whilst this is currently the sole role focusing on this area, you would be supported by the Director of Business Development & Partnerships and the Chief Executive, both of whom have experience in this type of fundraising. Senior level engagement and support means we can be flexible to the level of experience of the successful candidate, making this role a great opportunity for an experienced Manager wanting to take ownership of a strategy, or for a Specialist looking to take their next step and develop their strategic skills.
The Trusts & Foundations Manager (maternity cover) role is part of the Business & Industry team (11 people), who have responsibility for all funding and industry relationships across EngineeringUK. The team works strategically with stakeholders across the engineering, technology and education sectors, to support our mission to increase the number and diversity of young people choosing engineering and technology careers. Opportunities for funding include our bursary programme, in-school programmes such as Climate Schools and Big Bang Programme, supporting our community of Code signatories, and developing new programmes.
Prospecting and pipeline management is a key element of this role and once funding is secured, the postholder will account manage the relationship, including regular reporting, delivered in collaboration with programme leads. Therefore, in addition to being able to secure new funding, interest in and experience of delivering excellent account management is essential.
Whilst the core focus of the role will be on developing relationships with trusts & foundations and bid writing, there may also be some opportunities to explore key relationships we hold in government, connected to statutory grants and procurement opportunities.
The role is London based at our office at 10 Lower Thames Street, London EC3R 6EN and may involve some travel in the UK. We believe that hybrid working has many benefits and are pleased to offer flexible working with a minimum of 2 days (or 40%) a week in the office and the option for a flexible start and end to the working day in our vibrant central London office overlooking the Thames. Further details on our flexible working practices can be discussed at interview or you can reach out to a member of our HR team.
Further details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification
About EngineeringUK
Our purpose is to drive change so more young people choose engineering and technology careers.
Our vision is that the UK has the diverse workforce needed for engineering and technology to thrive and drive economic prosperity, improve sustainability and to achieve net zero.
Our mission is to enable more young people from all backgrounds to be informed, inspired and progress into engineering and technology.
In the UK, we don’t have enough engineers and demand is going up. So, we need more young people to realise there could be a future for them in engineering and technology. To really thrive, we need a stronger, more diverse and representative workforce and for that we have to do things differently to make engineering more appealing.
We are a not-for-profit working with hundreds of organisations across business, education, professional institutions and the third sector so we can all grow the future talent pool together. We drive that collective effort through research and evidence, leadership, activities for schools and advocacy, with a focus on long-term sustainability.
We guided by a series of values that we apply to all our activity:
About you
Essential Skills / Competencies
Desirable skills/competencies
· An understanding of education and/or STEM, especially in the funding environment, would be advantageous but not essential.
EngineeringUK is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. This is supported by the dedicated work we are doing to ensure our policies and practices are inclusive and that our staff are trained to be able to fulfil this commitment.
We value the benefits of a diverse workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our recruitment process is designed to be as accessible and inclusive as possible and to ensure people are individually assessed regardless of their backgrounds or characteristics.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are open to flexible working, including job share.
Applying for this role
Applications
If you would like to request to submit your application in an alternative format to support accessibility, please let us know.
We want to hear your voice and experience in your application. We acknowledge that you may use AI tools to polish a response, but your application should reflect your experience and voice. All applications are reviewed and scored by our human hiring team. Our system flags responses that it judges to be AI generated and your application may be disregarded if we feel it has been completely AI generated.
The deadline for applications is 4pm noon on 7th June.
Interviews
Applications will be assessed against the requirements for the post as set out in the job description and in the ‘about you’ section above.
We are a Disability Confident committed employer. We guarantee an interview to any disabled people who meet the minimum requirements of the role. Additionally, if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to make this process easier for you then we are happy to do so. Just complete the relevant sections of the online application form.
We aim to notify candidates who have been shortlisted on 17th June If you have not heard from us after this date, please assume that you have not been successful.
First interviews will be held on 23rd June and second interviews will be held on 30th June.
What can we offer you?