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This is a practical, hands-on leadership role at the heart of Richmond CVS’s work with local charities and community groups. The postholder will lead our support to voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations across the borough – helping them to grow stronger and more sustainable.
The main focus of the role is to strengthen the fundraising skills and income generation of local organisations, alongside providing high-quality advice on governance, planning and strategy. The role requires curiosity, creativity and strong problem-solving skills to help organisations find practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Richmond CVS already works with a range of experienced consultants and trainers and has an established suite of training resources. The postholder is not expected to be an expert in every aspect of charity management. A key part of the role is to coordinate and facilitate this support, drawing on specialist expertise where needed, while providing direct advice particularly in relation to fundraising and the fundamentals of good governance.
Working with a small, passionate team, you will deliver support, facilitate learning and manage projects that make a real difference to grassroots groups.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Support
· Provide practical tailored advice and support to VCSE organisations on governance, fundraising, income generation, and strategic planning.
· Help groups to identify funding opportunities and develop strong, realistic funding applications
· Support organisations to become more sustainable and resilient
· Develop clear resources, toolkits and guidance
· Ensure all support is inclusive and accessible
Training & Events
· Oversee and coordinate a high-quality programme of training and learning opportunities
· Work with an established network of external trainers and consultants to deliver specialist training
· Facilitate meetings, workshops and network events where appropriate
· Develop new learning opportunities based on emerging needs
· Maintain and develop existing Richmond CVS training materials and resources
· Promote peer learning and collaboration across the sector
Project & Programme Management
· Lead and manage capacity building projects from start to finish
· Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed outcomes
· Monitor and evaluate impact and produce reports for funders
· Oversee external consultants and specialist support ensuring quality and consistency
· Identify opportunities for new funded projects
Leadership & Team Management
· Lead and support a small, committed team
· Coordinate workplans and priorities
· Provide supervision, support and development for staff
Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement
· Build strong working relationships with Richmond Council, the NHS and other partners
· Represent Richmond CVS at meetings and networks
· Facilitate networking and collaboration across the VCSE sector
· Encourage digital skills and innovation across the sector
Income Generation & Operations
· Lead on income generation for capacity building work
· Contribute to funding bids and proposals
· Support budget planning and financial monitoring
· Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Criteria
Experience & Knowledge
· Significant experience of working within the VCSE sector
· Strong practical experience of fundraising and bid writing
· Experience of helping organisations improve income generation and sustainability
· Experience of managing or supervising staff or volunteers
· Experience of developing, coordinating or facilitating training and learning opportunities
· Good understanding of the principles of charity governance and good management practice
· Confidence in using digital tools to support organisations
Skills & Abilities
· Excellent communication and presentation skills
· Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused approach
· Curiosity and a genuine interest in understanding organisational needs
· Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
· Ability to recognise when specialist expertise is needed and work effectively with external trainers and consultants
· Strong organisational and time management skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
· Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Desirable Criteria
· Knowledge of the Richmond upon Thames VCSE sector
· Experience of working with local authorities or the NHS
· Experience of grant assessment or management
· Understanding of charity law
· Experience of hybrid working environments and flexible team management
· Relevant qualification in fundraising, charity or project management
Personal Qualities
· Curious and keen to learn
· Resourceful and solution-focused
· Approachable and supportive
· Passionate about the VCSE sector
· Flexible and willing to get involved where needed
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT VIDERE
Videre is an award-winning, UK-registered NGO that exposes human rights abuses and holds perpetrators to account. We work directly with communities in stressed environments, equipping networks of activists and community leaders with the technology and training necessary to safely capture visual documentation of political violence, human rights violations, and other systemic abuses. Our aim is to ensure that the concerns and knowledge of affected communities drive advocacy, policy, and legal action. We currently have teams and partners in six countries and support staff in three further countries.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Security Manager is a critical role within Videre, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. The postholder will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of Videre’s security risk management framework and processes. The role supports Videre’s own project teams as well as the work we do with partners, which includes training and accompaniment on human rights documentation and the security risk management necessary to do this work safely. The Security Manager will play a key role in strengthening organisational resilience, preparedness, and security culture across multiple countries and complex operating environments.
LOCATION
Nairobi, Kampala or Bangkok preferred. Remote applicants will be considered. Approximately 20 days travel per year expected.
COMPENSATION
Salary is dependent on location. The UK-equivalent salary from £55,000 to £60,000, plus pension contribution, will be converted using ICSC scales.
All staff receive:
- A minimum of 28 days leave
- Counselling and mental health support
- Annual wellbeing days
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Security Risk Management
- Maintain and continuously improve Videre’s Security Risk Management framework, ensuring effective implementation across all operations.
- Lead the safety and security elements of the organisational Risk Register held by the Chief Operating Officer, ensuring senior leadership is regularly informed of key risks and mitigation strategies.
- Conduct regular Security Risk Assessments, in collaboration with relevant managers and teams, covering programme operations, partner locations, and other identified risk areas.
- Develop, maintain, and oversee the implementation of Safety and Security Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring staff are appropriately briefed and familiar with their content.
Preparedness, Monitoring & Incident Response
- Lead scenario planning and preparedness activities for safety and security risk management.
- Provide proactive, practical safety security management advice, guidance and support to teams and partners.
- Lead the crisis management response to security incidents as required.
- Monitor security contexts, analyse trends, and share relevant information to support informed decision-making.
Training, Capacity Building & Culture
- Design and deliver security risk management training and capacity-building resources for staff and partners.
- Foster and embed a strong organisational security culture, promoting shared responsibility for safety and risk awareness.
External Engagement
- Manage Videre’s participation in security-related consortiums and networks, including the Global Interagency Security Forum.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French.
- An understanding of risk management methodologies and experience applying them across multi-country teams.
- Experience in executing complex and sensitive security management responses.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, verbally and in writing.
- Experience of working directly with affected communities for sustained periods.
- Willingness to occasionally work extended hours during peak or emergency periods.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and requirements.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
Preferred:
- An understanding of human rights and a strong belief in their indivisibility and interdependence.
- Experience managing security challenges in difficult environments, including conflict zones.
- Experience leading security crisis management, including evacuation.
- Additional language skills beyond English and French.
- Experience designing and delivering training or facilitating workshops.
- Strong technology / IT skills and/or aptitude.
- Experience with fundraising or confidence in public speaking and presenting.
APPLICATION PROCESS & TIMELINE
- Please apply via the link on our website: submit your CV (maximum two pages) and a Cover Letter (maximum 400 words) describing your suitability for this position.
- Applications will close on February 6, 2026.
- We intend to complete the recruitment process by the end of February 2026.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in the human rights sector and we are committed to doing what we can to correct this. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities that we serve. Therefore, we are particularly keen to receive applications from people who identify with minority and/or underrepresented groups (whether on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic). We also value diversity in terms of personal and professional experience; believing that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create stronger and more creative working environments. We encourage applications even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed above.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to make a difference to local lives?
We are an independent local charity based in Bosham, Chichester offering exceptional end of life care to our patients and support to their loved ones. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of local people and we support over 330 patients at any one time, in our In Patient, Community, Living Well and Family Services teams. We generate the majority of our funding through fundraising and our eleven charity shops.
With operating resources of around £10.5 million per year and a workforce of around 270 employees and c.500 volunteers, we provide our services and seek to live our values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Responsibility, and Collaboration in all that we do.
We believe that the best care is delivered when people work together with openness, respect, and shared purpose. As we look to the future, we are focused on sustainability, and effective, visible leadership across the organisation so that we can continue to provide our vital services for years to come.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Director of Finance to join our Senior Management Team (SMT) and help lead the hospice as a whole. Click on redirect to recruiter to view full job details.
This is far more than a technical finance role. As a key member of the SMT, the Director of Finance will hold collective responsibility for the overall leadership, culture, performance, and strategic direction of the organisation, working collaboratively with fellow senior leaders to ensure our values shape decision-making at every level.
Alongside strategic financial leadership, the role includes senior oversight of Facilities and IT, recognising the vital role these services play in the provision of safe and effective services. The role also operates as Company Secretary and takes responsibility for information governance.
Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance will work closely with Trustees, senior colleagues, and external partners to ensure the hospice remains financially sustainable, well-governed, and resilient.
About You
You will be a senior finance leader who combines professional expertise with strong interpersonal skills and a clear commitment to values-based leadership. You will bring:
- A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent).
- Significant senior-level financial leadership experience, ideally within a charity, healthcare, public sector, or complex not-for-profit environment.
- Experience of working closely with Boards or Trustees and contributing at a strategic level.
- The ability to lead collaboratively beyond finance, with credibility and interest in areas such as Facilities and IT.
- A genuine commitment to leading with Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Responsibility, and Collaboration.
We offer our employees:
- Generous annual leave starting at 27 days, rising to 33, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to buy / sell annual leave days
- Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme membership or membership of our workplace pension with 7.5% employer contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, contributory Health Cash Plan, and a range of discounts.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at St Wilfrid's
We value diversity and are committed to being a place where people feel their differences are recognised and welcomed, and their needs are heard and respected. Creating an inclusive workplace is a core part of our aim to ensure St Wilfrid’s is a great place to work and a compassionate and caring place to be.
We want to hire talented people and to make sure our processes don’t exclude or disadvantage people with disabilities or different needs. Please let us know what would help you apply for our role – we’re happy to be flexible with our process to help you showcase your skills and abilities.
We guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role. As a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant and member of the Defence Employer Recognitions Scheme, we’re also keen to support applications from members of the Armed Forces family. If your Armed Forces-related circumstances mean that a conventional application and interview process might be difficult, let us know.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Ivy Rock Partners is working exclusively with the Jacobs Futura Foundation in their recruitment for a Finance and Reporting Analyst.
About The Jacobs Futura Foundation
The Jacobs Futura Foundation (JFF or the Foundation) is a philanthropic foundation seeking to make a distinctive contribution for lasting impact. Based in London, JFF operate in two areas of focus - (1) protecting the high integrity of tropical rainforests and (2) enabling every athlete to thrive in life after high-performance sport.
JFF’s Athletes Portfolio has been established to support current and former athletes in preparing for life after high performance sport. Athletes develop valuable skills and experience that can be of use to them beyond just their sport. With the right support, athletes can navigate to the next stage smoothly and effectively, benefiting them and society as a whole. JFF focus on enhancing the provision of support available to them as they make this transition and identify opportunities for lasting improvement. JFF prioritise non-professional sports – for example Olympic and Paralympic sports – where athletes are less likely to have a salary, with a particular focus on disadvantaged athletes.
JFF also have established a Global Rainforest Portfolio to support key tropical forest regions in the Amazon Basin, the Congo Basin and West Africa. The Foundation is supporting partners dealing with a range of drivers of deforestation across these regions and applies a deep learning approach, rooted in long-term partnerships and adaptive targeted interventions. Over the coming years, JFF will expand and, importantly, deepen our contribution in the chosen geographies.
About The Role
JFF are looking for a Finance and Reporting Analyst to join their growing team. Reporting into the Director of Finance and Operations, you will be responsible for undertaking key monthly transactions duties as well as leading and building robust data models and the reporting of both financial and non-financial information utilising Power BI or similar. You will work together with colleagues across the organisation to support reporting on financial, non-financial and programmatic data and KPIs.
This role will partner with the CEO, COO, Portfolio Leads and other JFF team members. You will act as a trusted adviser and bring your experience and knowledge in financial analysis and reporting to provide accurate, compliant and transparent financial and management information to the Foundation, including the Executive team, Board and auditors.
- Produce regular monthly reporting to the Executive team and quarterly to the Board
- Support the design, development and implementation of an organisation-wide reporting platform to analyse both financial and programmatic information
- Regularly analyse and report on key programmatic and non-financial KPIs to internal stakeholders
- Partnering with programmatic colleagues, supporting and challenging project financials and encouraging learnings for future projects
- Produce and analyse weekly multi-currency treasury reports
- Support annual statutory account preparation by external accountants
- Responsible for day-to-day transactional activities, including reconciliations, journal drafting and posting and supplier payment processing
About You
- Full or part-qualified CIMA, ACCA, or ACA. Study support can be provided for part-qualified candidates
- You will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to interpret and present complex data and use of or strong interest in the use of data analysis and visualisation tools
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Ability to work in a small team with a proactive approach
What’s on Offer
- Salary circa £50,000 per annum
- Hybrid working (Monday anchor day in office with 1-2 other days per week in office)
- Office based in Victoria, London
- Opportunity to work in a growing organisation, to partner with finance and non-finance stakeholders alike to inform the strategic direction and growth of JFF
- Candidates who have flexible working requests or accommodations are encouraged to apply and discuss further
Our commitment
JFF are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to a transparent recruitment process that fosters belonging. As such, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
This position is being recruited on behalf of the Jacobs Futura Foundation by Ivy Rock Partners. Please get in touch with Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners for further information.
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!
Location: Reading, Hybrid (at least twice a month to Reading Office)
Hours: Full time, however will consider 0.8 FTE
Salary: £75,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Campaign Closes: 12th February 2026
First Stage Interviews: 19th & 20th February 2026
Second Stage Interviews: 25th & 26th February 2026 - there will be an informal meet with our CEO.
On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible
At Make‑A‑Wish UK, every role plays a part in creating life changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are seeking a Head of Finance who will lead the operational delivery of our finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. In this vital role, you will support the Finance Director in delivering our strategic financial objectives and act as a key liaison between finance and the wider organisation.
Core Purpose
To lead the operational delivery of the charity’s finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls, and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The Head of Finance supports the Finance Director in delivering strategic financial objectives and acts as a key liaison between finance and other departments. As a member of the Extended Leadership Team (ExLT), the role contributes financial insight to organisation‑wide decision‑making and plays an active part in delivering cross‑charity priorities and operational goals.
To be successful in this role you will need:
Essential Criteria
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with minimum 3 years PQE
- Experience in a similar role.
- Excellent excel and financial modelling skills
- Proven experience in finance business partnering & management reporting.
- Proven ability to manage and develop a finance team.
- Experience of preparing consolidated financial statements from general ledger
- Solid understanding of VAT
- Analytical mindset with ability to problem solve, interpret data and to see the bigger picture, identifying inter relationships between different departments
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience of process improvements and automation
- Uses initiative, with ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive, organised, and able to manage competing priorities.
- Collaborative with ability to work cross functionally
- Confident in using Microsoft Office tools and accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
- Integrity and discretion.
Desirable Criteria
- Similar experience with medium to large charity highly desirable
- Similar experience of business partnering with areas of fundraising highly desirable
- Strong technical knowledge of charity accounting and financial reporting.
- Experience of operating under partial exemption for VAT
- Experience with restricted/unrestricted funds and grant reporting.
- Experience with digital transformation or finance system upgrades.
- Experience of working with Xero and Salesforce
Key Responsibilities:
Finance operations
- Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
- Ensure timely and accurate production of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations in line with agreed timelines – balance sheet account ownership as agreed
- Process month end journals as required
- Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations in line with agreed timelines
- Ensure processes & procedures are documented and kept up to date, and recommend improvements to drive continuous improvement
- Maintain and improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls.
- Review finance policies on an annual basis and update in line with current legislation and best practice
- Support the organisation with any finance related queries
Management Accounting
- Prepare consolidated management accounts, including variance analysis, risks and opportunities, and advise budget holders as required.
- Design financial reports, processes and training guides to drive budget holder self service
- Recommend solutions to streamline month end reporting and other financial processes
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Coordinate the annual budgeting & forecast process across departments.
- Produce the consolidated annual budget and quarterly reforecasts for review by FD, in line with agreed timeframes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and funding requirements (currently excel based).
- Review budget & forecast submissions, and challenge appropriately. Perform variance analysis (actuals vs budget/forecast) and explain key drivers.
- Monitor performance against budget/forecast and provide appropriate reports including variance analysis dependent on stakeholder.
- Ensure finance system and all associated systems are updated with budget / forecast information accordingly
- Recommend solutions to streamline budgeting and reforecasting process
Business Partnering
- Work closely and build strong relationships with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making.
- Influence strategic decisions through clear communication of financial insights.
- Undertake financial evaluation of new projects, business cases, funding bids, and contracts, as required.
- Produce written reports on performance, highlighting key financial risks and opportunities.
- Upskill budget holders in financial awareness and management
- Own the finance business partner relationship and role with some of the more complex profit centres
Treasury & Cash Management
- Lead cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning across the organisation.
- Manage relationships with banks and investment managers, ensuring compliance with treasury policies.
- Oversee restricted and unrestricted fund reporting and ensure appropriate allocation and usage.
- Support the development and implementation of treasury strategies, including reserve management and ethical investment policies.
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Support the Finance Director & budget holders in preparing financial models, as required.
- Partner with budget holders to provide financial models and insightful financial analysis and to support decision-making.
- Monitor and report on financial performance against budgets & reforecasts, identifying risks and opportunities
- Deliver high-quality analysis to support new initiatives.
Finance Systems & Process Improvement
- Lead on the implementation and optimisation of finance systems (eg. Xero).
- Monitor and manage any payment and other system interfaces
- Drive automation and efficiency in financial processes & reporting.
- Support the integration of finance with wider organisational systems - finance representative on technology SCRUMS and SPRINTS
mCompliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with charity accounting standards (SORP), Companies House, HMRC, and Charity Commission requirements.
- Responsible for accurate and timely submission of HMRC returns, including quarterly VAT returns, annual employee benefits and Corporation Tax.
- Prepare statutory accounts and lead on the external audit process.
- Quarterly reporting to Make-A-Wish International - APD reporting
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations and best practices.
Team leadership & Support
- Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.
- Provide training and support to non-finance staff on budgeting and financial procedures
- to improve financial literacy across the organization.
- Create Finance resources to encourage self-service for common queries
General and ad-hoc Support
- Deputise for Finance Director in their absence
- Provide cover for finance team members during periods of absence, ensuring continuity of service and workload management.
- Take on additional duties as appropriate to the level of the role and contribute to team objectives.
- Support fundraising events from a finance perspective
Together, we create joy, happiness and magical memories through life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Education Delivery Manager
• Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Contract: 18‑month fixed‑term contract, full‑time
• Location: Central London (Hybrid)
• Start date: ASAP
Do you want to play a leading role in delivering inspiring, high‑quality education experiences to young people across the UK?
Young Citizens is a UK-wide education charity on a mission to help children and young people thrive in their communities and society. For nearly forty years, we’ve equipped young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand how democracy and society work—and how they can take an active role within them. We’re a small, dynamic team with a bold vision, and our national programmes (including our well-loved Mock Trial Competitions and Citizenship Workshops) reach thousands of young people each year.
As our Education Delivery Manager, you’ll lead the planning and delivery of our national programmes, ensuring they run smoothly, professionally, and with real impact. You’ll coordinate logistics, oversee delivery partners, and ensure schools and volunteers have a brilliant experience from start to finish. You’ll work closely with the Education and Impact Manager to uphold quality standards and embed safeguarding and risk management across our programme cycles.
You’ll also manage our coordination team, setting clear priorities, supporting their development, and guiding them through busy delivery periods. As part of Young Citizens’ management team, you’ll help shape a culture of proactive leadership, clarity, and accountability. This role is perfect for someone who is organised, relationship‑driven, and energised by leading delivery in a fast-paced environment.
Role snapshot
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of national education programmes across primary and secondary portfolios
- Manage timelines, logistics, resources, and delivery partners for peak delivery periods
- Line-manage our small coordination team, providing regular 1:1s, coaching, and performance reviews
- Build strong relationships with schools, volunteers, venues, and partners
- Ensure safeguarding, risk management, and high-quality standards are embedded throughout delivery
- Support operational planning, evaluation, and reporting to senior leadership and funders
- Represent Young Citizens at events and, where needed, support facilitation of workshops or Mock Trials
Please see Job Pack below for full details!
Who we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone proactive, organised, and confident leading people and processes. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy taking ownership, solving problems on the go, and keeping things running smoothly, especially during busy delivery periods.
You’ll bring:
Essential
- Significant experience in programme or event delivery (ideally in education or youth settings)
- Experience managing and developing staff, including 1:1s, feedback, and reviews
- Strong project‑management skills and the ability to juggle multiple deadlines
- Experience improving operational processes or delivery systems
- Excellent organisational, prioritisation, and relationship‑building skills
Why join us?
- Make a real difference by helping deliver inspiring citizenship experiences to young people nationwide.
- Shape and strengthen the delivery of our flagship national programmes.
- Join a supportive, purpose‑driven team that values collaboration, flexibility, and doing great work together.
- Grow with us as we deliver our new three‑year strategy and embed smarter, stronger delivery processes.
If you're excited about making a tangible impact through high‑quality programme delivery, and want to contribute to a mission‑driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a 18 month fixed contract starting as soon as possible.
Benefits of working at Young Citizens
In addition to joining a small, friendly, and supportive team, we offer:
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- 28 days annual leave plus eight Bank Holidays
- Paid volunteering leave
- A day off for your birthday
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
- Season ticket loan
- The opportunity to make a real difference to children and young people across the UK
To apply, send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and demonstrating your capabilities in relation to the person specification, including an example of managing multiple events. This will maximise your chances of being shortlisted.
This is a hybrid role requiring 2 days per week in our St Pauls, London office during non delivery periods, and 3–4 days during peak event months.
To learn more about the role and the application process, please refer to the job pack for full details.
As long as this advert is live, we are accepting applications.
Application deadline: 11pm, Thursday 19 February 2026
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.


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Lead the growing national charity, Rackets Cubed, as their next Charity Director, helping children thrive through sport, education and nutrition.
Location: London with national travel
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 23rd February 2026
About Racket Cubed
Racket Cubed is a charity with momentum, purpose and heart. What began as a small local initiative has grown into a national charity supporting children and families in communities that need it most.
Founded in 2016, Rackets Cubed has grown steadily and purposefully. Today, it supports over 1,000 children every week, working across schools, community hubs and partnerships in multiple cities. The work is rooted in collaboration, with schools, universities, sports bodies, food charities and local organisations.
Looking ahead, Rackets Cubed is focused on controlled consolidation, strengthening systems, people and funding while continuing to grow responsibly.
Rackets Cubed creates happy, resilient learners by bringing together sport, education and nutrition in a simple but powerful way.
About the role
Rackets Cubed is now seeking a Charity Director to lead the next stage of its journey. This is an opportunity to combine strategic leadership with real-world impact, working closely with an engaged Chair and Board, an experienced team and a wide network of partners.
You will help shape how Rackets Cubed consolidates its growth, strengthens financial sustainability and deepens impact, while staying true to what makes it distinctive: a practical, evidence-led approach and a belief in the potential of every child.
Who we are looking for
Rackets Cubed is looking for a values-driven leader who brings warmth, clarity and confidence — someone who enjoys building relationships as much as shaping strategy.
You will bring:
- Senior leadership experience (CEO, Director or similar)
- Experience working with a Board and supporting good governance
- Financial understanding and experience of income generation
- The ability to lead teams through growth, change or consolidation
- Strong communication skills and a natural, credible presence
- A genuine commitment to equity, inclusion and social impact
Experience in education, youth development, sport, health or food poverty is welcome but above all, you will share the charity’s belief in what children can achieve when given the right support.
Rackets Cubed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 23rd February 2026.
Public Law Project (PLP) is looking for a Finance Assistant to help our charity operate effectively. You will play an essential role in ensuring our team have the financial support needed to deliver our essential work. Whilst helping us to create a fair and inclusive society secured by a just and confident state, you will have the opportunity to use and develop your financial skills and experience. This is an exciting time to join our team. Having secured funding for our long-term future, we are developing exciting plans to deliver our new and ambitious strategy. Within the finance team you will be working closely with our recently promoted Finance Manager. As you develop in your role at PLP we will provide a pathway through which the role can progress to Finance Officer level. We’re looking for someone who: Enjoys completing day-to-day financial tasks and keeping good records Is a team player and a kind, respectful and inclusive colleague Is trust-worthy, discrete and has excellent attention to detail. This role includes a variety of responsibilities within day-to-day tasks such as identifying incoming receipts and investigating what they are, to liaising with budget holders for approval of expenses and posting transactions to our accounting system. You will also work with our Finance Manager to support the processing of payroll and have the opportunity to develop sector experience through the administration of restricted grants. PLP support staff have the opportunity to be involved directly in the work of the charity through membership of one of our working groups (our cornerstones) to implement the new strategic plan. PLP wants to work with the best possible person for this role and welcome applications for people of all backgrounds and characteristics. We are a highly flexible employer. This post is conceived as a part-time post (0.4 to 0.5 full time equivalent; 14-17.5 hours per week), and flexible working arrangements will be considered from day one. We can imagine this role working well over several shorter days for example. We work in a hybrid environment where most staff will attend the office at least once a week. Our Operations team work hard to provide a friendly office environment and will often be seen laying on a healthy breakfast before all staff meetings. As part of our commitment to recruit fairly we use anonymised-selection processes until interview, offer additional interview opportunities to the highest-scoring candidates from under-represented communities, and use ‘tie-breaker’ provisions at all stages of our selection process.
PLP's mission is to improve public decision making, empower people to understand and apply the law, and increase access to justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Primary Purpose:
The Head of Services is a key member of Age UK Cheshire’s Senior Leadership Team, designated Safeguarding Lead, and leads all aspects of the organisation’s service operations.
Following the successful integration of existing services, this role will work closely with a supportive CEO and board on the next phase of development of our new organisation, building on the strong history and reputation of two charities, to meet the needs of a growing ageing population across Cheshire.
The successful candidate will understand the strategic need to combine impactful data with storytelling, influencing internal and external stakeholders to join us in our mission.
The role involves representing Age UK Cheshire externally, championing the voices of older people, to influence decision makers and commissioners to help ensure older people aren’t forgotten in a challenging funding environment.
Additional Information:
Rising poverty, digital exclusion and rural isolation are creating a perfect storm of loneliness for thousands of older people. Age UK Cheshire is a local, independent charity dedicated to supporting older people across the whole of Cheshire. We offer a lifeline for people in later life to access the information and support they need.
If you embody our values of respectful, honest and person centred, and are passionate about supporting those who built the world we now live in, we’d love to hear from you.
You’ll be joining Age UK Cheshire at a pivotal time following the merger of Age UK Cheshire and Age UK East Cheshire in July 2024. Following the successful integration of existing services, you’ll work closely with a supportive CEO and board on the next phase of development of our new organisation, building on the strong history and reputation of two charities, to meet the needs of a growing ageing population across Cheshire.
You’ll have a strategic vision for developing and future proofing services, whilst staying close to operational realities. You will lead the delivery of measurably impactful services, and ensure our resources are directed where they can make the greatest difference for older people across Cheshire.
You’ll understand the strategic need to combine impactful data with storytelling, influencing internal and external stakeholders to join us in our mission.
You’ll represent Age UK Cheshire externally, championing the voices of older people, to influence decision makers and commissioners to help ensure older people aren’t forgotten in a challenging funding environment. You’ll build strong relationships and partnerships across the local authorities, NHS, and voluntary sectors.
This is also a people leadership role. You'll develop and manage a team, creating a high-performing culture where accountability and support go hand in hand. You'll role-model best practice, share knowledge freely, challenge constructively, and coach colleagues to develop their own approach.
This role offers a unique chance for an experienced service-delivery leader to shape the future of a respected local charity, drive innovation and impact — in a supportive, values led culture with an ambitious and passionate team.
Together we can make Cheshire a place where older people are not only seen, but respected and valued every day.
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Shape the future of housing – support real projects that deliver change for colleagues and tenants.
Tenancy Services Advisor
Location: Birmingham, B15
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term internship, 12 Months
Starting: 7th September 2026
About Midland Heart
We're a housing association, here to provide safe, affordable homes and to build stronger communities across the Midlands. And we're offering students the chance to intern in our Tenancy Services Team — where you'll gain hands-on experience of how housing management works in practice, from supporting tenants to tackling anti-social behaviour, safeguarding and tenancy sustainment.
Your Role:
You'll apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges – working alongside experienced Tenancy Services and Housing Management professionals, whilst gaining insight into how a career in the housing sector makes a direct difference to people's lives and communities. You'll gain exposure to areas such as anti-social behaviour casework, safeguarding, tenancy sustainment and housing law.
Your day to day will see you:
- Supporting tenancy services officers with case management and administrative tasks.
- Helping process tenancy change requests (e.g. mutual exchanges, assignments, successions).
- Assisting in monitoring and reviewing ASB or noise nuisance cases, including liaising with tenants.
- Accompanying officers on tenancy visits and inspections.
- Providing general support to the team with reports, records, and rota management.
- Taking part in project work, mentoring, and development activities as part of your internship.
What we're looking for:
- Currently studying (or recently completed) a degree in Housing, Criminology, Social Policy, Law, Sociology, or a related discipline.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A genuine interest in housing and delivering positive outcomes for tenants.
- Ability to handle sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism.
- Enthusiasm, openness to feedback, and a genuine desire to learn.
Applications close on Sunday 15th February 2026.
Assessment Centre – Shortlisted candidate will be invited to take part in our group assessment event, taking place between 25th – 27th March 2026.
Final Interview – Interview with the hiring manager to showcase your career ambitions.
Start your journey- Start with Midland Heart in September 2026.
Please note that should we reach a desired number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.
Interested? Applying is easy - simply click the apply button. You will be directed to our candidate portal, there you can see a link to the full Role Profile and complete a short online application form
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Yada is a small charity working to prevent and remove the stigma around the sexual exploitation of women and girls. Based in West Sussex our services include specialist 1-1 tailored support to self-identifying women involved in the sex industry, as well as partnership working to deliver preventative workshops to women who may be at risk of sexual exploitation.
Our training offer to professionals who support women who are being sexually exploited has also grown over the last few years. In 2025 over 200 professionals received our training. We are at an exciting time in the development of the charity as we look to expand our services, including reviewing our established training offer and exploring new options.
The role
The Training and Resourcing Lead will have a key role to play in shaping and strengthening Yada, building on our previous success, and ensuring the charity’s sustainability as a respected specialist in the area of sexual exploitation locally and nationally. The role will have responsibility for leading on the review, design, development and delivery of our training offer to external partners and professionals, including networking and proactive local partnership building, to ensure all professionals who support women who are vulnerable to sexual exploitation receive training support. The role will also have responsibility to research, design and deliver a package of short internal training sessions for the development and upskilling of our outreach staff to ensure they remain trauma informed and current as specialists in supporting women in the sex industry. There is an expectation that the post holder will become Yada’s specialist in the sexual exploitation of women who are at risk, and be able to share this knowledge.
About you
We are seeking a self-motivated and organised female who has experience at collabarative working and relationship building, with previous experience in presenting or training. She should have the ability to take on a specialist area and share this with others in a professional manner in person or online, promoting positive learning. Ideally this person would have previous experience or knowledge of working with vulnerable people, demonstrate an understanding to responses to trauma and PTSD, or show a commitment and passion for marginalised communities and be willing to learn. Knowledge of violence against women and girls would be an advantage.
Yada's vision is to see a world with no place for sexual exploitation, where women can live life free from abuse, stigma and violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you love telling compelling stories? Interested in a role supporting a diverse & interesting organisation? We want to hear from you!
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Trust Fundraiser to join our Communication and Fundraising Team. In this new role, you’ll help secure funding that enables us to support our Diocesan Fundraising Operations for current and future endeavours! You’ll be responsible for researching, writing and submitting high-quality grant applications, as well as nurturing relationships with existing and new grant funders. Your work will directly support the sustainability and growth of our diocese for the next generation.
From creating persuasive funding proposals to managing reporting and impact updates, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our funders see the difference their support makes across the Diocese of Salford. Working closely with colleagues within the team and across the diocese, you’ll coordinate information, track deadlines, and ensure funding is managed in line with funder requirements and best practice.
With your attention to detail and strong organisational skills, you’ll help us grow income and strengthen partnerships.
About the Role
Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Applicants seeking compressed or reduced hours or flexibile working arrangements will be considered.
Location: Diocese of Salford Cathedral Centre - 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP
We’re happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and are keen to support a healthy work–life balance.
Salary & Benefits: £ 32,117 - £36,885, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days.
Main Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser to secure major gifts for capital and revenue projects, (predominantly trusts, grants and foundations but this could also include major donor and corporate gifts.)
- Create a trust and foundation funding plan for each fundraising target.
- Prepare and submit compelling and persuasive grant applications for each plan.
- Manage and fulfil grant reports and feedback for each live grant.
- Build a pipeline of potential funding opportunities from trusts and foundations.
- Ensure a database of funders and grant applications is created and maintained.
- Research and analysis to identify funding opportunities with trusts and foundation to develop future plans.
- Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and the Individual Gifts Officer to set up a new CMS and explore and develop other fundraising income streams.
- Create support documents for parishes to enable them to proactively apply for small grants including National Lottery’s ‘Awards for All’ scheme.
- Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends.
- Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required.
Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.
They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at our Diocesan website for future details.
Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity - Registered Charity No. 250037
Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday the 16th February 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Purpose of the role is to lead in the day to day operational management of Vincentian Care Plus (VCP) through effective leadership and delivery of high quality care within the framework of Care Quality Commission’s Fundamental Standards of Care.
The Registered Manager will be accountable and will be working closely with the Chief Executive Officer to encompass the management of all services within the organisation’s policies and procedures.
To provide high quality homecare services that support the rights of the individual to live the lives they choose as far as they are able, and deliver the service as per the contract requirements of Westminster City Council.
To lead and promote VCP’s philosophy, values, aims and approach in providing high quality homecare services.
To efficiently manage the day to day running of the business, allocating resources and monitoring performance to deliver high quality homecare services within the agreed budget.
To manage all aspects of the staff team and provide sound leadership to ensure staff are clear about their respective duties and responsibilities and have the support they need to carry out their roles safely.
Manage the Safety and Quality of the Organisation
· Ensure that the service meets all the quality control requirements to remain compliant at all times.
· Be responsible for the safe delivery of the service in line with legislative requirements and the organisation’s policy and procedures.
· Ensure that all Safeguarding and Health & Safety legislation requirements are adhered to at all times.
· Promote safe working practices under the Mental Capacity Act, Pan-London Safeguarding procedures and general medication management.
· Closely work with the Compliance and Quality Manager to implement, maintain and resolve complaints and incidents within agreed procedures.
· Undertake training and development to keep up to date with the law, best practice and changes in organisation policy, applying this knowledge to day to day management and delivery of care.
· Understand and monitor health and safety in the workplace and in the field.
· Maintain full and accurate records and reporting systems in accordance with legal requirements to ensure the effective running of the organisation.
· Carry out investigations relating to the quality of the service and use findings to make improvements.
· Be prepared to work flexibly to ensure the safe delivery of the service.
Provide a Good Service to the Client
- Promote the rights of each client and keep their wishes at the centre of their care and support.
- Make sure that prior to each service commencing, a client assessment and risk assessment with the client, and/or their chosen representatives, has been completed including what the client needs and would like to achieve from their care and support.
- Make sure a written individually tailored care and support plan has been created and agreed, that respects the client’s wishes and promotes their dignity and privacy. Agree appropriate risk control measures to reduce identified risks.
- Provide the client, and where appropriate their representatives, with information about the service so that they are clear about what to expect and how they can raise any concerns.
- Apply excellent communication skills with client, their families and representatives, staff and other health and social care professionals to deliver high quality homecare services.
- Keep all information about client and their families secure and confidential.
Leadership
· To fulfil all duties as Registered Manager in accordance with Care Quality Commission requirements.
· To work with the CEO in developing ideas, initiatives and practices and to share in the monitoring process.
· Actively participate in the growth and development of the Charity, through maximising funding and marketing opportunities.
· Manage the finance of the Charity by fully understanding the current financial status and working within the budget constraints to ensure the budget is met at all times.
· Oversee all administrative systems to ensure factual, accurate information is held and that all computerised and manual records are up to date.
· To attend meetings and provide regular reports.
· To ensure that relevant legislation and registration requirements are complied with and to deal with any concerns.
· To initiate the implementation and on-going review of Policies and Procedures and Quality Standards of Care.
· To build good working relationships with Local Authorities, Agencies and peer groups to support the development of the Charity, and develop and maintain contacts with relevant Statutory and Voluntary Agencies as well as Social and Health Care Agencies.
· To maintain professional accountability for:
o care delivered
o care premises and resources
o training and supervisions to staff providing care
· To be accountable and responsible for the provision of care throughout the operational day.
· To ensure that care delivery is based on currently accepted best practice that can demonstrate resident assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to meet the residents’ needs holistically, is person centred and that all care is evidenced based.
· Initiate and maintain effective Care planning, Quality Assurance Management, Complaints Management, Risk, Health and Safety Management, and evidence based care audits for the service.
· Maintain all necessary documentation with regard to confidentiality and the Data Protection Act and uphold effective and accurate record keeping by ensuring high standards of record and report writing are maintained.
· Demonstrate and lead by example in the delivery of care and effective use of resources.
Staff Management
· To be responsible for and manage a team of office and care staff within a budgeted establishment ensuring appropriate skill mix to maintain the high care standards.
· Lead the staff team to provide a high standard of person centred care based on a Vincentian ethos and philosophy of care, which recognises and respects the dignity of each resident as a unique individual.
· Manage the effective recruitment, induction, training and performance of the office and field staff teams.
· Identify ongoing training needs and ensure staff are up to date with current best practice.
· To take part in training opportunities in the Vincentian tradition of working and to promote these values to all members of staff.
· To promote a teamwork approach through strong leadership in an open and friendly working environment.
· Be responsible for the on–call rota.
· Actively promote, develop and maintain an environment, which encourages lifelong learning with staff.
· Work closely with the Compliance and Quality Manager to ensure that all staff undertake the mandatory training requirements. Ensure that Evidence Based Practice (EBP) is used to deliver high standards of care.
· Participate in the training and development of all staff. Assume the role of facilitator for the staff, providing support for supervision/continual professional development.
· Identify own learning needs and take responsibility for own professional development
Additional Information
· The post holder must at all times carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the Charity’s Equal Opportunities Statement.
· Work in line with the Charity’s Safeguarding People from Abuse Policy and Whistle Blowing Policy to ensure that people are kept safe at all times.
· Confidentiality of residents to be maintained at all times.
· The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the non-smoking environment of the Charity.
· An understanding of administering medicines.
· The post holder must respect the confidentiality of data stored electronically and by other means in line with the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
· The service is committed to the principle that no member of staff should work on average more than 48 hours per week. Staff who do exceed this limit need to complete an opt out form. Any member of staff who undertakes work outside the Home, regardless of whether they exceed 48 hours or not, must inform their manager of this in writing.
Genuine Occupational Requirement
We are a Charity which unpins its values and ethos from the teachings and example of St Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac, who co-founded the Daughters of Charity of St Vincent de Paul in 1633. Although we employ people of all faiths and none, we require that all employees learn about the Vincentian values which is the driving force of the charity.
The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. All members of staff are required to be professional, co-operative and flexible in line with the needs of the post.
Candidate Specification
Essential Criteria
Experience and skills
· Excellent leadership and management skills.
· Excellent communication skills. Experience of building positive working relationships with people who use services and their families, staff and other health and social care professionals.
· Excellent skills at building partnership working relations with commissioners and contracts monitoring officers building rapport and instilling trust.
· Ability to support client with all aspects of their daily living in a manner that respects their dignity, is non- judgmental and promotes their independence, choices and privacy.
· Experience of care services, risk assessment and person centred care and support.
· Experience of regulatory frameworks for Domiciliary services such as Care Standards and the Care Quality Commission.
· Effective strategic and operational planning of workloads so clients receive the services they expect.
· Financial management including budgetary control.
· Good administrative skills and computer literacy.
· Experience of managing and developing an effective staff team including recruitment, training, supporting and supervising staff.
· Ability to maintain clear written and electronic records and to follow statutory reporting procedures.
· Ability to implement Vincentian Care Plus’ policies, procedures, and instructions.
· Experience of managing the delivery of social care services as a registered manager (desirable).
· This list is not exhaustive and from time to time you may be required to undertake additional duties.
· This job description will be updated from time to time at the discretion of management in response to changing business needs.
Personal attributes
· Caring and compassionate towards people in need of care and support.
· Respect for people suffering from a range of medical conditions with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own.
· Strong commitment to non-discriminatory care practice.
· Commitment to respecting the rights of client at all times and to promoting their privacy, dignity and independence throughout their lives.
· Dedicated to governance and delivering high quality services.
· Self-motivated and keen to learn. Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions.
· Excellent time keeper and reliable and professional.
Knowledge and understanding
· Good standard of education with good literacy and numeracy skills.
· Excellent understanding of the needs of people who require care and support at home and the provision of homecare services in line with best practice.
· Good understanding of the regulatory responsibilities of a Registered Manager and the law relating to domiciliary care services.
· Understanding of the tendering process and the ability to prepare tenders and deliver presentations to Commissioners.
· Must have NVQ L5 qualification in Leadership and Management Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to work towards a relevant management qualification.
· Working knowledge of Safeguarding procedures in adult care, and how to recognise abuse.
· Understanding of systems to maintain confidentiality in relation to client, staff and the business.
· Knowledge of health and safety matters in relation to homecare services and risk management.
· Business Management degree (desirable).
Salary and Conditions of Service
The salient features of Conditions are as follows:
You will be automatically entered into the Nest Pension Scheme after three months.
· All offers of appointment are subject to receiving satisfactory references and medical clearance and DBS checks.
All appointments are subject to a 6-month probationary period.
Further Information
We operate a no smoking policy.
We confirm our commitment to equal opportunities in all our activities. It is intended that no job applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of political belief, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or social class. Selection and promotion criteria will be kept under review to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of the job requirements and on their relevant personal merits, and are not disadvantaged by conditions or requirements, which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Trusts and Grants Coordinator
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time, 14 hours per week
Working pattern: Hours and days to be agreed
Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes, Hybrid working is available
Salary: £35,040 per annum, pro rata (£14,013 per annum for 14 hours per week)
Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity!
About Us
The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.
Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.
About the Role
SIA has a large and established portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations funding our vital services for people affected by spinal cord injury.
We are looking for a proactive, motivated individual to coordinate the trusts team activity. You will work alongside another part-time trusts and grants coordinator and jointly supervise the trusts and grants officer.
As trusts and grants coordinator you will work with staff across the organisation to submit persuasive bids, grow and diversify our portfolio of funders, and strengthen our relationships with donors.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Coordinate SIA’s trust fundraising activity by maintaining and developing a portfolio of trusts
- Identify funding opportunities and develop compelling bids to maximise income raised from charitable trusts and foundations
- Administer stewardship activities to grow our network of trusts to be financially, actively, and emotionally engaged with SIA
- Supervise the trusts and grants officer
Benefits
- Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service
- Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
- Access to Group life assurance scheme
- Access to Healthcare cash plan
- Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Employee volunteer days
- Access to discounted gym membership
- Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office
- Investing in Our People - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.
Closing date: 9 February 2026, 9am
Interview date: Wednesday 25 February 2026 at SIA House, Milton Keynes
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.
At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.
We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.
Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right applicant.
No agencies please.
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Job title: Programme Assistant, Enquiries
Line manager: Team Leader, Enquiries (Senior Officer, Enquiries in Team Leader’s absence)
Salary: £30,000
Type of contract: Permanent
Start date: 16th February 2026 or shortly thereafter
Benefits:
• Challenging and rewarding work, always life-changing, sometimes lifesaving
• Competitive salary
• Team and individual training opportunities
• Commitment to performance and personal development
• Hybrid working, home and office (minimum 2 days each week in the office)
• Eight hours each day Monday – Friday, with flexible working by arrangement around core hours of 10am – 4pm
• 25 days plus Bank Holidays annual leave entitlement
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Convenient office location at Elephant and Castle, close to Tube (Bakerloo and Northern lines) and bus routes
Role purpose statement: The Programme Assistant, Enquiries plays a vital role in the Fellowship Programme working directly with academics facing immediate risk in their home countries to carry out due diligence or signposting. This includes managing an individual caseload, dealing with prospective applications and general enquiries, providing administrative support to the Enquiries team as well as support across the Fellowship Programme when needed.
Organisational Background
The Council for At-Risk Academics is a UK-registered charity founded in 1933 under the leadership of William Beveridge, to rescue academics suffering persecution under the rise of Nazism and facilitate their continued work in safety. Sixteen Cara Fellows from the 1930s and 1940s became Nobel Laureates, and many more innovators in their fields, including, Nikolaus Pevsner, Lise Meitner and Karl Popper. A number of Cara’s founders and Council members also personally provided places and/or funds to help individual academics; and Cara, known in the 1930s as the AAC, later the SPSL, was closely involved in the successful effort in 1933 to bring to London the Warburg Institute art library, which had been prohibited by the Nazis, and six of its staff. The Fellowship Programme is the continuation of the rescue mission operation started in 1933.
Cara has been a lifeline to academics at risk for over 90 years, as and when world events have placed them in the line of fire: Hungarian Uprising, Cold War, Apartheid South Africa, Iran, Latin American Juntas, Vietnam, Kosovo, DRC, Rwanda, Sudan, Zimbabwe etc. and, more recently Iraq, Turkey, Yemen, Palestine, Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine. Cara support is typically framed as temporary sanctuary offered at times of heightened risk.
Cara Objectives ‘To assist academics who have been, or are, or are at risk of being, subject to discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence on account of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion, to relieve needs among them and their dependants and ensure that their specialist knowledge and abilities can continue to be used for the benefit of the public.’
‘To advance education by supporting academics and their educational institutions in countries where their continuing work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that such academics and institutions can continue to fulfil their critical role as educators for the public benefit.’
This is a critical time to join our dedicated and friendly Fellowship Programme team as we expand our capacity to support at-risk academics from the Middle East, Sudan, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Russia and many other countries.
Role & Responsibilities
Casework
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Signposting prospective applicants to the application form.
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Manage own caseload, preparing cases for eligibility review, including arranging calls to speak with applicants, booking English language tests, and gathering all relevant documentation.
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Escalating complex cases to the Team Leader as required.
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Maintain accurate and GDPR-Compliant records of casework activity.
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Researching international affairs to develop understanding about risks applicants face.
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Researching potential hosts for academic placements and liaising with external stakeholders in relation to applicants.
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Attend weekly case review meetings with the team.
Administration
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Provide general administrative and logistical support, including answering phone enquiries.
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Manage the general enquiries inbox, alongside another colleague, answering emails about the enquiries’ process, the Fellowship Programme and Cara.
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Signpost enquiries to relevant colleagues internally and to other organisations where applicable.
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Contribute to report writing.
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Present and collect data on general enquiries and applications to the Programme.
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Ensure safekeeping of confidential information.
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Maintain excellent detailed records of correspondence, documents, and activities.
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Provide administrative support to colleagues on projects as required.
Managerial Support
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Contributing to Fellowship Programme policy changes and decision-making.
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Provide advice and guidance to colleagues.
Ad Hoc Responsibilities
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Show adaptability and willingness to take on additional work when necessary.
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Support the Fellowship Programme and Cara as a whole with ad hoc responsibilities.
Responsibilities also include related activities that might arise in relation to the Fellowship Programme as required by the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive & Fellowship Programme Manager, and other senior colleagues.
Person Specification
Essential:
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Bachelor’s degree
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Fluent English (spoken and written)
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Proactive with a willingness to learn
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Confident and empathetic with strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
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Keen team player who is ready to support and help colleagues
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Excellent record keeping and attention to detail
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Ability to work independently and in a team
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Good time management with ability to prioritise and independently work to deadlines
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Understanding of issues of confidentiality
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Interest in and commitment to the work of Cara
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Confident use of Microsoft package
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Awareness of current global issues
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Ability to handle difficult conversations with sensitivity and resilience
Desirable
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Master’s or equivalent experience
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Casework experience
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Arabic language skills are desirable. Other foreign languages (such as Farsi/Dari, Pashto, Ukrainian and Russian) will also be considered
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Salesforce/CRM software experience
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Experience in a supporting role with people with lived experience of forced migration or other forms of severe adversity
Please send a CV and cover note in response to the four screening questions. Applications that do not follow this guidance will not be considered.
Please respond to the following questions in your cover letter.
1. What draws you to Cara and the work of supporting at-risk academics, and how does your experience and skills relate to this role? (max 500 words)
2. Tell us about a time where you had to balance multiple urgent tasks. (max 300 words)
3. Tell us about a time when you worked with sensitive personal data. (max 300 words)
4. Name 3 things you think it would be important to consider when working with people who've experienced war or displacement like those who apply for Cara support. (max 300 words)
Cara provides help to academics in immediate danger, those forced into exile, and those who remain and work in their home countries despite the risks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.