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About us
Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) is a values-driven organisation working with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to protect the world’s rainforests and uphold their human rights. Since 1989, RFUK has partnered with forest peoples and grassroots organisations to secure land rights, challenge destructive industries, and influence laws and policies that safeguard forests and the people who depend on them.
Our mission is clear: to combine human rights and environmental protection to tackle deforestation. From the Congo Basin to the Amazon, our work has helped communities protect millions of hectares of rainforest. With a growing team of passionate advocates for social and environmental justice, we are committed to scaling up our impact to confront the accelerating climate and biodiversity crises.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to build your career at the heart of a busy international NGO working to protect rainforests and uphold the rights of Indigenous Peoples and forest communities. As Operations Officer, you will help keep RFUK running smoothly across HR, office management, IT coordination, contracts, travel and administration, working closely with colleagues in the UK and internationally. We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and solutions-focused, with the energy to learn quickly, support a committed team, and grow their skills while contributing to our mission.
We encourage candidates of varying experience levels to apply, particularly those with a proactive mindset, a "can-do" attitude, and a knack for problem-solving. This role offers an opportunity for growth and development, making it ideal for someone who is eager to learn and contribute to our organisation's success.
Job description and benefits
Please download the full job description from our website. We offer 30 days annual leave, 4% pension contributions, Employee Assistance Programme, learning and development allowance, and four weeks of work-from-anywhere flexibility.
Location
This role is offered as a hybrid role based in our Bethnal Green, London office. The postholder will be required to work in the office for 3 days per week.
Application Process
To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by 9AM, Monday 17 August. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.
Please note that CVs will not be considered.
We strongly encourage all candidates to read the Recruitment FAQs page on our website before submitting their application.
Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held in September.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Director of Business Development
Location: Old Trafford
The Manchester United Foundation (MUF) is a registered charity, set up to channel the worldwide passion for Manchester United to influence positive change within communities by developing unique and relevant partnerships, empowering young people through the delivery of innovative and educational programmes and developing greater understanding of social issues through education. The Foundation wholly owns a trading subsidiary – Manchester United Foundation (Trading) Ltd
OUR VISION
A future where all young people are empowered to achieve their goals.
OUR MISSION
We use the power of football and Manchester United to help young people make positive choices in their lives.
The Role:
The Director of Business Development will join the Executive Leadership Team (EMT) at Manchester United Foundation with a core focus on modernising and diversifying income streams that the charity accesses, whilst supporting the effective existing team in charity fundraising development and delivery.
The postholder will support with the development of a new strategy and capitalise on its focuses to identify and access funding streams to deliver the objectives set in this new plan.
Key Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities
- Support the Development of new MUF Strategy: Using local data and understanding local need and opportunity, support the development of the new Manchester United Foundation Strategy.
- Investigate new areas of work: Following a data and local needs analysis review and development of new strategy, the postholder will use this information to shape and develop new areas of work for the Foundation, to allow for a more strategic and sustainable approach for the charity.
- Income Diversification: Moving the charity beyond traditional fundraising by securing statutory funding, NHS or local authority contracts, and charity funding opportunities, linked to charity strategy and local need.
- Bid Management & Procurement: Overseeing the development of high-value funding applications, tenders, and proposals.
- Relationship Building: Acting as an ambassador to negotiate, cultivate, and manage lucrative partnerships and stakeholder networks.
- Market Insight: Horizon-scanning for emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and commercial opportunities
- Charity Fundraising: Support the existing team with developing and delivering fundraising activity throughout the year, whilst looking for new ways to increase fundraising opportunities.
- Philanthropy Development: Identify and develop philanthropic opportunities to support raising funds for the Foundation.
- Business Partner Development: Working alongside current team develop a well-rounded business partner scheme.
The Person:
Essential Experience
• Proven experience operating at a senior level in a charity, foundation, or complex mission-driven organisation.
• Strong track record of strategic development, organisational or project growth, and impact delivery.
• Demonstrable success in stakeholder management, partnership development, and fundraising.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget development and risk management.
• Experience within sport, football, youth development, education, health, or community sectors.
Desirable Experience
• Understanding of the Premier League / Football Charity / Elite football ecosystem and its social impact potential.
• Experience managing large, complex funding portfolios.
Skills & Attributes
• Outgoing, inspirational individual with strong core values that partners and stakeholders will resonate with
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute at pace.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills.
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding.
• Resilient, credible, and values-led.
Values & Commitment
• Passion for social impact and belief in the power of football to change lives.
• Commitment to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Alignment with the ethical standards and values expected of Manchester United Foundation, including:
• Integrity – acting with honesty and transparency.
• Inclusion – promoting equality and diversity in all programmes.
• Excellence – striving for the highest standards in delivery and governance.
• Impact – ensuring meaningful, measurable outcomes for communities.
Our Values:
Unite: Recognise the power of football across the world.
Nurture: Growing the potential of every young person.
Invest: Sustained financial investment aligning to our charitable objectives.
Together: Working as a team with our stakeholders.
Excellence: Delivering programmes to the highest standard.
Diversity: What makes us different, makes us stronger.
What We Offer:
At Manchester United Foundation, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
- Annual Incentive Scheme to reward your dedication and hard work
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
- Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
- Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
- Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
- Enhanced family Leave Benefits and policies
- Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
- A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment to You:
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity, and inclusion sit at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Monday 10th August
Manchester United Foundation is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.
It is unlawful to employ a person in a UK-based job who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to you before applying for any of our roles.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Tandridge Learning Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Director of People & Culture to join our Executive Board.
The successful candidate will build on the positive foundations already established across the Trust and bring the vision, expertise and creativity needed to further develop our people strategy and organisational culture. You will inspire and bring out the best in our staff, demonstrating resourcefulness, resilience and drive, together with a proven track record of delivering effective workforce and organisational improvement.
Working collaboratively as part of a cohesive and high-performing Executive Board, you will provide strategic leadership across all aspects of people, culture and organisational development. You will help ensure that the Trust attracts, develops, supports and retains a skilled, motivated and inclusive workforce capable of delivering the highest standards of education for every pupil.
We are looking for an outstanding individual who will shape and deliver the Trust’s People Strategy, strengthening leadership capacity, staff engagement, wellbeing, performance and professional development across our schools. You will promote a positive and inclusive working environment in which colleagues feel valued, supported and accountable for delivering the Trust’s strategic priorities.
You will possess extensive and well-informed knowledge of effective human resources practice, employment legislation, organisational development and evidence-based approaches to workforce improvement. You will be confident in leading the quality assurance of HR policies, procedures and practices across the Trust, ensuring they are legally compliant, consistently applied and aligned with our values.
You will also lead the analysis of workforce information, including recruitment, retention, turnover, sickness absence, employee relations, performance and staff engagement. You will identify trends, risks and areas for improvement, benchmark the Trust’s performance against comparable high-performing multi-academy trusts and use this intelligence to inform strategic decision-making and targeted interventions.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a visionary leader, one that can empower others to achieve at the highest levels.
- Demonstrate significant, effective and evidenced improvement expertise.
- Be capable of challenging, as necessary, and backing that up with knowledge and data.
- Be a confident, strategic thinker who can work with the schools, trust leaders and the board.
- Lead by example in demonstrating our vision and values in everyday work and practice.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- A committed and collaborative Executive Board that will welcome you to the team.
- The opportunity to shape and lead the Trust’s People Strategy and operating model.
- A flexible working arrangement and bright, modern office space with off street parking.
- Workplace pension, through the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- A Trust-wide focus on wellbeing and support, including an EAP.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development.
- Staff benefits package, including lifestyle & retail discounts, staff sports and social events.
If you are excited by the prospect of this position and believe you can make a difference then we would like to hear from you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries and you are welcome arrange an informal discussion with our HR team about this position prior to applying.
This is a part time role working in the region of 4 days per week over 52 weeks per annum.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our vision is to empower every learner to excel and flourish within a culture of inclusion and high aspiration.
