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The Head of Operations will provide strategic leadership and oversight of HEY Smile Foundation’s governance arrangements, organisational systems and infrastructure, human resources and culture, and buildings and facilities. The role will ensure Smile has the people, processes, controls and resources to deliver its purpose reliably and respond confidently to future opportunities. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, the postholder will translate organisational strategy into a clear operational plan, strengthen accountability and lead improvements across the charity. They will provide the CEO and trustees with timely information, assurance and practical recommendations on operational performance, capacity and risk.
This is a senior leadership role combining strategic oversight with the ability to secure delivery through colleagues, managers and specialist providers. The postholder will establish clear responsibilities, standards and reporting, intervening directly where necessary and building capacity so that routine delivery does not depend on the CEO.
Closing date : Saturday 30th October
Application sift : Monday 2nd November
In person Interviews: Tuesday 10th November
Please submit your up to date CV and a cover letter outlining why your suited for the role and how you meet the essential criteria.
Application without a CV & cover letter will automatically be rejected.
Smile Foundation is a Yorkshire-based infrastructure charity working to strengthen charities and communities.



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Job Title: Fundraising & Income Generation Manager
Reporting to: Head of Trent Bridge Community Trust
Contract type: Fulltime 35 hours/week
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum plus bonus
Start date: 1st November 2026
Trent Bridge Community Trust is the charitable arm of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club. Since 2008, we’ve used the power of cricket to connect communities, improve wellbeing, and create life-changing opportunities across Nottinghamshire.
Following our transition to charitable status, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and ambition. Our new Fundraising Strategy (2027–2030) sets a bold target to diversify income, increase sustainability, and expand our impact—especially for disadvantaged communities.
To help us achieve this, we are now looking for a Fundraising & Income Generation Manager to lead our income growth.
This is a new and pivotal role within the Trust, responsible for delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy to secure over £545,000 across three years, contributing to a wider £800,000 long term income vision.
You will lead on building diverse and sustainable income streams, helping us:
- Expand community and cricket programmes across the county
- Increase participation, especially among underrepresented groups
- Sustain vital health and wellbeing projects
- Strengthen our long-term financial resilience
If you have a proven track record in fundraising and income generation, have experience across multiple streams (grants, corporate, events or individual giving), skilled in developing pipelines and achieving financial targets, this is the challenge you are looking for!
If you are committed to making a difference in communities, are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity and excited about the power of sport in transforming lives then we want you on our team!
Why should you join us?
Be part of an organisation with strong community impact and heritage, help shape and lead a new fundraising function from the ground up and play a key role in building long – term sustainability and growth.
ROLE PROFILE
1. RELEVANT GENERAL OBJECTIVES
The Fundraising & Income Generation Manager will lead the delivery of the Trent Bridge Community Trust’s three-year Fundraising Strategy (2027-2030), securing a minimum of £545,000 (within a wider £800,000 long term ambition).
The roles aim is to:
· Build financial sustainability and resilience
· Reduce reliance on restricted and short-term funding
· Increase unrestricted income and diversified revenue streams
· Enable delivery of key programmes that improve health, wellbeing, and community participation through cricket
2. SPECIFIC ROLE RESPONSIBILITY
A. STRATEGIC FUNDRAISING LEADERSHIP
- Lead the implementation and delivery of the fundraising strategy and income action plan.
- Develop and manage a rolling 12–24 month fundraising pipeline.
- Set and monitor annual and quarterly income targets.
- Establish systems, processes and KPI dashboards to track performance.
- Identify new income opportunities aligned to Trust priorities.
B. INCOME GENERATION
Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship
- Design and deliver tiered corporate partnership packages.
- Identify and secure new business partnerships across Nottinghamshire and the region.
- Develop programme, event and apprenticeship sponsorship opportunities
- Steward and grow existing partners (e.g. Tweezerman, Vertu, Russell Scanlan)
- Work closely with the club’s Commercial team to identify potential corporate/commercial partnerships.
Grants & Trusts
- Develop and manage a structured grant pipeline calendar.
- Write high-quality funding applications to Local Authorities, Charitable Trusts & Foundations, Government and statutory funders.
- Prioritise multi-year and unrestricted funding bids.
- Maintain and grow relationships with existing funders.
Donations & Individual Giving
- Develop a regular giving programme (yearly, multi years, monthly donors)
- Launch and manage digital fundraising campaigns (e.g. JustGiving)
- Grow and segment the supporter/membership database.
- Introduce targeted community appeals linked to community programmes.
- Establish a Patron’s programmes targeting high net worth members.
Fundraising Events
- Lead delivery of flagship events such as Charity Zipwire, Golf Day and Charity Auction.
- Develop and deliver new fundraising events.
- Maximise income through sponsorship and participation growth.
C. PROGRAMME & IMPACT ALIGNMENT
- Work with Managers to ensure all funding aligns to:
- Volunteer growth (diverse and female volunteers)
- Expansion of programmes into North Nottinghamshire
- Apprenticeships and employability pathways
- Health & wellbeing programmes
- Translate programme outcomes into compelling funding cases, social impact stories and social return on investment.
D. FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY & PLANNING
- Increase proportion of unrestricted income and multi-year funding agreements.
- Support annual budget planning and income forecasting.
- Monitor income vs expenditure alongside Managers and Trust Board.
- Contribute to achieving £300,000 reserves target.
E. STAKEHOLDER & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
- Build strong relationships with Funders and partners, corporate sponsors, Donors and supporters.
- Develop structured stewardship plans.
- Support the production of an impact report, case studies and funder updates.
- Support Trustees in fundraising activity and engagement.
F. PERFORMANCE & REPORTING
- Track and report on KPIs, including income secured vs targets, Application success rates, donor and partner growth.
- Provide quarterly reports to the Trust Board.
- Contribute to the annual review in February.
- Continuously refine approaches based on performance data.
G. SYSTEMS & INFRASTRUCTURE
- Lead the development and implementation of a CRM/fundraising database, Income tracking systems, fundraising processes and policies.
- Maintain a risk register of funding opportunities and contracts.
3. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- Minimum of £545,000 secured over three years
- Annual income targets achieved (Breakdown shown in table below)
- Year 1: £154,000
- Year 2: £167,000
- Year 3: £222,000
- Generate an increase in the proportion of unrestricted income
- Growth in corporate partnerships and individual donors
- Strong, active fundraising pipeline (12–24 months ahead)
- Measurable contribution to volunteer growth, programme expansion and new apprenticeship roles through the income generated.
- Improved financial resilience and reduced dependency on NCCC and ECB funding
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
• 3-5 years proven track record in fundraising and income generation
• Success in securing funding from multiple streams:
o Grants & trusts
o Corporate partnerships
o Events and individual giving
• Experience managing fundraising pipelines and targets
• Experience of developing and managing strategic partnerships that deliver measurable outcomes
• Exceptional skills in bid writing and grant applications
• Strong understanding of funding landscapes
• Excellent relationship management and networking skills, with the ability to influence and engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Strategic thinking with strong delivery focus
• Strong competency in budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Ability to analyse data and drive performance
• Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice
• Commercial awareness
• Degree or equivalent in business, marketing or communications
• Ability to think strategically
• Passion for community impact and social change
• Passion for community sport and increasing participation, particularly underrepresented groups
• Entrepreneurial and proactive mindset
• Highly organised and results-driven
• Collaborative team player
• Resilient and adaptable in a changing funding environment
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams and organisations
• Ability to travel independently between sites
DESIRABLE
• Experience in charity, sport, or community sector
• Good at building long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders
• Knowledge of non-profit governance and structure
• Introductory Certificate in Fundraising
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
• Specialized training from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our Audit Committee
Non-Executive, Independent Lay Member of the Audit Committee
Finance and Accounting specialist
We’re looking for an Independent Lay Member of the Audit Committee, with significant finance and accounting expertise. This is an opportunity to bring an independent voice to a modern, inclusive and innovative healthcare regulator, providing oversight, scrutiny and specialist advice across our financial management, accounting, risk and assurance activities.
If you’re an experienced finance and accounting professional with a strong understanding of good governance, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Audit Committee’s work. You'll use your expertise to help maintain strong financial controls, effective risk management, robust governance and transparency, while providing independent challenge and assurance to Council.
Contract: Fixed term from March 2027.
Please get in touch if you:
- Have strong finance and accounting experience
- Understand good financial governance and risk management
- Can provide clear, independent advice and challenge
- Are confident reviewing financial information, controls and reporting
You’ll attend three half-day meetings a year, with extra time to prepare. For each meeting attended, you’ll be paid £340 to cover meeting and prep time. Travel and expenses are reimbursed. The appointment starts in March 2027 and lasts up to four years.
If you’re ready to make a real impact and help us uphold public trust, please get in touch.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 11.30am on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) is the UK-wide statutory body established by the Osteopaths Act 1993 to regulate and develop the osteopathic profession and ensure public protection.
The GOsC is a charity registered in England and Wales (1172749). We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity.
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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: Hybrid: home-based with weekly attendance at the London office, plus additional days as required for meetings, board meetings or events
Salary: £35,200 per annum rising to £38,100 after 1 year of service
Responsible to: CEO
Contract type: Full Time (37 hours per week), Permanent
Closing date: 18th September, Midday
Who we are
Futures for All (formerly Speakers for Schools) is a UK charity founded in 2010 to tackle educational and social mobility inequality, connecting state-educated young people with inspirational speakers and high-quality work experience. Since its founding, the charity has supported almost two million young people, working with a national network of schools, colleges and employer partners to level the playing field for young people who are educated in the state sector, with those that attend the best fee-paying schools. Having grown from its original speaker programme into a broader work experience offer, the charity is now the largest provider of work experience in the UK, with ambitious plans to ensure all young people have access to the workplace, whilst at school.
Role Summary
This is a genuine opportunity to contribute first-hand to the strategic running of a national charity, with close visibility of how the organisation is led and governed. You will be trusted with sensitive information, exposed to strategic decision-making, and given the chance to shape how the CEO's office and the wider senior leadership team (SLT) operate day to day.
Beyond the traditional diary, travel and correspondence duties, you will play an active part in the mechanics of governance and decision-making- supporting board meetings, tracking actions to completion, and ensuring that what lands on the CEO's desk is accurate, well-presented and ready to act on. You will also work closely with the newly appointed Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, helping ensure that updates on risks, issues and KPI tracking reach the CEO promptly and in a digestible form, so that the CEO's time and attention are focused where they are needed most. It is an ideal role for an experienced EA or Personal Assistant who wants more ownership, more variety, and closer involvement in the strategic life of an organisation than a traditional support role typically offers.
This role offers direct exposure to the strategic and governance rhythm of the organisation- from board papers to senior stakeholder meetings- for someone who wants their EA experience to build towards broader organisational and governance expertise.
Key Duties / Responsibilities
Supporting the CEO:
- Proactively manage the CEO's diary, resolving clashes and prioritising competing demands on their time in line with organisational priorities.
- Act as a first point of contact for the CEO, screening and triaging correspondence, calls and requests, and responding or redirecting where appropriate.
- Build strong working relationships with the CEO's key internal and external contacts, acting as a trusted and professional representative of their office.
Diary, Travel & Logistics:
- Coordinate complex diaries across multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, including scheduling and rearranging meetings at short notice.
- Book and manage travel, accommodation and venues, including researching options, managing costs, and having contingency plans in place.
- Prepare itineraries and briefing packs ahead of trips, meetings and events, ensuring the CEO is fully prepared.
- Process expenses and invoices relating to the CEO's activity in line with company policy.
Meetings, Minutes & Action Tracking:
- Attend meetings chaired by or involving the CEO to take accurate, concise minutes and notes, distinguishing decisions from discussion.
- Maintain a live action log across meetings, proactively chasing owners and reporting progress back to the CEO so nothing is missed.
- Organise logistics for meetings and away days, including rooms, catering, materials and technology.
- Work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to ensure that risk, issue and KPI updates are routed to the CEO promptly and in a clear, digestible format, helping the CEO focus attention where it is most needed.
- Liaise with the PMO Lead on scheduling and papers for any meetings that bring project or programme updates to the CEO, ensuring consistency with the wider action and decision tracking maintained for the CEO's office.
Board & Governance Support:
- Support the coordination of board and committee meetings, including scheduling, collating and distributing papers to agreed deadlines.
- Take and produce minutes for board and committee meetings, working closely with the CEO (and Chair/Company Secretary, where applicable) on accuracy and follow-up.
- Maintain a board actions and decisions tracker, and support the CEO in preparing for board cycles.
- Maintain confidentiality and good document control over board papers, minutes and related governance records.
Document & Presentation Production:
- Produce first drafts of documents, reports, briefings and PowerPoint presentations for the CEO to review, amend and finalise.
- Format and polish documents and slide decks to a professional, consistent, on-brand standard.
- Review documents and correspondence prepared by others before they reach the CEO, checking for accuracy, clarity, tone and fitness for purpose, and flagging any concerns.
Support to the Senior Leadership Team:
- Provide reasonable and proportionate admin support to other members of the SLT, prioritised in agreement with the CEO.
- Minute meetings with senior internal and external stakeholders on behalf of SLT members, as required.
- Assist with occasional diary, travel or document support for the SLT where this does not conflict with the needs of the CEO.
Office & General:
- Maintain efficient filing, contact and information systems for the CEO's office.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgement at all times.
- Undertake other duties reasonably commensurate with the role, as required by the CEO.
Skills / Experience / Knowledge:
Essential:
- Significant experience as an EA, PA or senior administrator supporting a CEO, director or other senior executive.
- Experience taking minutes and tracking actions for senior-level or board/committee meetings.
- Excellent written English, with the ability to draft clear, well-structured documents, correspondence and presentations.
- Expert in using common business software/ applications such as Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities under time pressure.
- Sound judgement and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach, comfortable using initiative rather than waiting to be asked.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the confidence and professionalism to liaise with senior stakeholders, board members and external contacts.
- Flexibility to travel to, and work from, the London office on a regular (weekly) basis, with occasional flexibility around hours for travel, events or board meetings.
Desirable:
- Experience supporting board or governance processes (e.g. in a charity, membership body, or regulated organisation).
- A relevant qualification (e.g. in business administration or executive PA practice), though experience will be weighted more heavily than formal qualification.
- Confident and effective use of AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to support drafting, summarising and formatting work- for example, producing first-draft documents, presentations or minutes for review, while applying good judgement on accuracy, confidentiality and when human review and rewriting is needed.
- Experience providing ad hoc support across a wider senior team, not just a single executive.
Behaviours and Style:
- Calm and unflappable under pressure, with good humour and resilience.
- Trustworthy and discreet, with a strong sense of confidentiality.
- A genuine interest in the wider organisation and how it operates, not just the transactional tasks of the role.
- Collaborative- happy to support colleagues across the SLT while keeping the CEO's priorities front and centre.
Diversity at our core
Futures For All is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and encouraging equality and diversity among our workforces. We acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to us.
The Application Process:
Please apply as soon as possible by clicking the 'apply for this job' button in the top right-hand corner of the job advert. Once clicked, you will be asked to complete your application by submitting your CV and a cover letter. The cover letter is an opportunity for you to share the skills and knowledge you have to be successful in this role. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
The deadline to submit your application is the 18th September 2026, Midday.
Futures For All is committed to safeguarding the young people we work with and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. You are also required to have the Right to Work in the UK for this role.
Annual Leave
Staff receive 25 days annual leave, increasing incrementally after 2, 3 and 5 years of service to a maximum of 28 days. This is in addition to bank holidays and gifted leave between Christmas and New Year.
Futures For All Values
PASSION: We are committed to levelling the playing field for young people across the UK, creating social mobility and tackling disadvantages.
AGILITY: We challenge our ideas of what is possible in order to better meet the needs of those we support. We are human, make mistakes, learn, evolve and adapt.
INTEGRITY: We act with empathy and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We value and respect the talent, time and intentions of those we work with.
COLLABORATION: We are one team with one mission and only by working together can we deliver better outcomes for young people. We support each other unconditionally and feel motivation in shared success as well as individual progress.
DIVERSITY: We know it takes people with different ideas, strengths, identities, interests, and cultural backgrounds to make our organisation succeed. We encourage constructive debate and critical friendship.
We open up prestigious networks and opportunities, ensuring every young person has equal access to work experience nationwide.



The Otakar Kraus Music Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Community & Local Business Fundraiser to help us grow support for our work across Richmond and surrounding areas. OKMT uses music therapy and inclusive music projects to improve the lives of over 500 children and adults each year, including people with disabilities, neurological conditions and dementia.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new role within a small, friendly charity. You will build relationships with local businesses, schools, clubs and community organisations; develop sponsorship and Charity of the Year opportunities; support fundraising events and individual fundraisers; and help inspire more people across our community to support OKMT. We are looking for a confident, warm and self-motivated relationship-builder with experience of fundraising, business development or a related field and a track record of generating income.
Key Responsibilities
Community Fundraising
- Build relationships with local schools, clubs and organisations to generate event participation and donations.
- Develop with the Director and Fundraising Manager a case for support and accompanying materials to pitch to potential community or local businesses.
- Organise events with community or business partners and support OKMT’s own fundraising events including our triennial Music Marathon, walks and seasonal appeals.
- Recruit, brief and steward individual fundraisers taking on challenges (runs, rides, marathons, swims, etc.) and community supporters running their own events on OKMT's behalf.
- Assist the Fundraising Manager in growing individual giving initiatives as necessary.
- Support the OKMT team to pitch for Richmond May Ball and other major appeals and lead the process if selected.
- Manage supporter journeys including thank-you communications and impact updates in conjunction with the team.
Local Business Fundraising
- Identify and approach local businesses across Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington, Hampton, Barnes and surrounding areas with tailored propositions for Charity of the Year, sponsorship endorsement and ongoing support.
- Account-manage business supporters through relationship building, regular updates, site visits, networking events and clear reporting on impact.
- Represent OKMT at local business networking events, Chamber of Commerce gatherings and Richmond Business Awards activity to raise the charity's profile.
- Explore opportunities for volunteering and develop a value exchange.
Shared / Cross-Cutting Responsibilities
- Quarterly income and activity targets will be agreed with the Director within the first four weeks, reviewed formally at 3, 6, 9 and 12 months, with results reported to the Board.
- Maintain accurate records of supporters, prospects and income, and ensure compliance with GDPR and Fundraising Regulator standards.
- Collaborate with the team to capture stories, case studies and consented imagery that bring our impact to life for donors.
- Contribute to OKMT’s social media, e-newsletter and website content where it supports fundraising.
For more infromation, please see the attached job decsription
Online interviews will be on the 30th Sept and 1st and 2nd Oct, and the in-person ones the week of the 12th October.
National Trust
Director of People
Salary: £140,000 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 5th October 2026
Location: Flexible, with regular travel across the UK - including to our Swindon and London offices
At the National Trust, we care for nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever. As we embark on the next phase of our 2035 strategy, we’re seeking a Director of People who will help build the leadership, culture, capability and organisational effectiveness needed to deliver lasting impact for people and nature across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Behind our purpose sits one of the UK's largest and most complex people-led organisations, bringing together more than 14,000 staff and 45,000 volunteers who care for and champion our extraordinary places. The Director of People will join our Executive team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation, influencing organisational strategy and leading the people agenda at the highest level. Working alongside Executive colleagues, you’ll ensure we have the culture, leadership, capability and workforce needed to deliver our ambitions to restore nature, increase access to nature, beauty and history and inspire more people to care and take action for generations to come.
As Director of People, you will lead a broad portfolio spanning People Services, People Partnering and Development, People Engagement and Volunteering, Business Services and Legal Services. You will play a critical role in shaping organisational culture, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring that our staff and volunteers can contribute with confidence, purpose and impact.
This is a role for a values-driven and influential leader who combines strategic vision with practical delivery, bringing people together to navigate complexity, embrace change and build an organisation that is inclusive, resilient and ready for the future.
We welcome applications from candidates who have gained the following experience through a range of sectors, disciplines and career paths, and who can bring diverse perspectives to this important leadership role.
- Executive or director-level leadership experience within a significant and complex organisation.
- Deep expertise across people strategy, organisational development, culture, workforce planning and employee relations.
- A track record of leading large-scale organisational change and transformation.
- Experience of influencing Boards, executive teams and senior stakeholders on strategic people matters.
- The ability to inspire, develop and lead high-performing teams through complexity and change.
- Strong commercial and organisational awareness, coupled with sound financial judgement.
- A genuine commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with experience of creating environments where people can thrive.
- An affinity with purpose-led organisations and a belief in the role people play in delivering meaningful societal impact.
The National Trust’s commitment is “For everyone, for ever.” Bringing that promise to life starts with the people that work here. It means building teams with a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. It means creating an inclusive environment where everyone is able to thrive. Our positions are open to all, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds to support our ambitions of reflecting the communities we serve and ending unequal access.
There is flexibility regarding your contractual place of work. However, you will need to be able to travel regularly to our Swindon and London offices. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at other National Trust places. We’ll talk about this in more detail at interview, but you should expect to be at a National Trust site for 40–60% of your working week.
To learn more about this opportunity, please visit our microsite, where you'll find the candidate pack, further information about the role and details of how to apply. Contact details for any additional queries can also be found there.
Partnerships & Development Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)
Salary: £40k per annum
Contract: Maternity Cover Fixed Term Contract (currently until July 2027)
Reporting to: Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships
Youth Business International (YBI) is looking for a Partnerships & Development Manager who combines programme management expertise with partnership development and income generation.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working across effectively managing an established portfolio of global programmes, donor partnerships and identifying, developing new funding opportunities.
Working closely with the Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships, YBI’s global network, internal teams and external partners, you will help connect impact with investment – using insight from an effectively managed programme portfolio and stakeholder intelligence to help shape innovative partnership models.
You will need to be self-motivated, adaptable, very organised and comfortable working with high levels of autonomy and pace.
If this sounds like you, you can find the full information in the job pack and we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note you must have an existing right to work in the UK as YBI is not able to sponsor visas.
To apply
PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THE CORRECT ROLE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AS WE HAVE TWO ROLES CURRENTLY LIVE.
- Please submit your CV (maximum 2 x A4) and a cover letter (max 2 pages).Your cover letter must address how you meet the person specification.
- You must ensure that these documents clearly demonstrate the expertise, skills, experience and competencies required for this role as they will be used to shortlist you.
- Closing date: Midnight 20th September 2026.
Please make sure you are applying for the correct role you are interested in as we have two roles currently live.
Please ensure your CV and cover letter adequately demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role as they are used to make shortlisting decisions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age International's vision is a world where every older person is included and valued. Its mission is to inspire and channel UK and international support so that older people in challenging situations across the world can improve their lives.
The CEO of Age International provides leadership to a committed and dynamic charity which champions the rights, and improves the lives, of older people in low- and middle-income countries.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead Age International at a pivotal moment for the rights and wellbeing of older people globally. As CEO you will provide inspirational leadership to an organisation with a strong reputation, deep expertise and a clear purpose: to ensure that older people everywhere can live with dignity, security and choice.
While the current strategy is defined, you will deliver this and then shape a new, ambitious strategy in years to come, working to influence policy, mobilise resources and nurture powerful partnerships that bring about lasting change.
With credibility, compassion and determination, you will champion the voices of older people internationally and lead Age International into its next chapter of impact and influence.
Please view the attached role description for full details.
Person specification:
Essential:
* Strategic vision, forward-looking, clear-thinking strategist able to read the environment and lead strategy processes.
* Passionate, values-based leader, committed to advancing the rights of older people.
* Senior leadership and governance experience in a complex organisation, preferably in the charitable / NGO sector.
* Strong experience of international development and humanitarian programme development and management, and related policy issues.
* Experienced income generator with financial acumen.
* Collaborative, relational team builder and manager committed to diversity equality and inclusion, able to use soft-power to build support.
* Partnership-builder creating impact greater than the sum of the parts.
* Confident external affairs representative, manager of stakeholder engagement and spokesperson, including for the media.
* Advocate and confident influencer able to drive policy change
* Engaging and effective communicator and campaigner, able to explain impact, inspire support and grow profile.
* Calm manager of change who is both agile and pragmatic.
* Thrives working in a small team on a big mission.
* Willing to travel internationally on programme monitoring visits and for conferences.
Desirable:
* Understanding of UN processes, health system strengthening, income security and social pensions, able to articulate the impact of gender discrimination and climate change on older people internationally.
* Experience as a CEO or of overseeing organisational management, policies and compliance.
* Technology and digital skills.
* Experience of leading public change campaigning.
* Experience as a Trustee.
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
The closing date for applications is 14th September, 2026.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Anonymisation
Please submit your CV as a Word document. It will be anonymised by our recruitment system.
Please provide a supporting statement that explains how you meet the competencies in the job description. Age UK acknowledges that AI may be used to support applications, however we expect candidates to personalise their experience, knowledge and skills. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.
Please do not include your name, or any other personal information in your supporting statement, to assist our inclusive recruitment process.
Please do not use heavy formatting for either your CV or supporting statement, as the system is unable to anonymise these.
All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if you are invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Safeguarding
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
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The Worker Support Centre (WSC) is a Scottish charity working in partnership with migrant workers at risk of exploitation across Scotland to secure their rights, challenge labour exploitation, build collective power, and drive lasting law and policy change. We are an evidence-led, worker-driven organisation with strong governance and a growing track record of policy impact. We're building a movement of people who welcome all workers, working towards a world where we are all safe, valued and respected at work, no matter our job or nationality.
Home based role with occasional attendance at our office at WASPS Creative Exchange, Stormont Street, Perth, and travel for team, funder, partnership and worker meetings.
About the role
This is a new senior role at WSC, with responsibility for developing and delivering our fundraising strategy and building the systems, relationships and income streams needed to support the organisation's next stage of growth.
The Fundraising Manager will take day-to-day ownership of WSC's fundraising function and pipeline, leading opportunities from prospect research and assessment through application, award, grant management and renewal. They will combine hands-on fundraising delivery with strategic leadership, developing income from trusts and foundations, statutory funders, corporate partners, major donors and other appropriate sources.
You will work closely with the Executive Director who retains strategic oversight and final approval of fundraising applications and commitments, while taking day-to-day ownership of fundraising activity and the pipeline.
This is an opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape WSC’s fundraising at an exciting stage of organisational development, whilst contributing directly to our work to challenge labour exploitation and promote decent work.
The postholder will be responsible for delivering an agreed annual fundraising target and for building a balanced pipeline of prospective trusts, foundations, statutory funders, corporate partners and individual supporters. In the first 12–18 months, a key priority will be to strengthen WSC's fundraising infrastructure, increase the diversity and predictability of income, and develop a sustainable pipeline aligned with our strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising strategy and leadership
● Develop, implement and review of a Fundraising Strategy and delivery plan for WSC to achieve required income targets across fundraising disciplines together with the Executive Director aligned with our overall Strategic Plan.
● Set and monitor fundraising objectives, income targets and KPIs reporting quarterly to the Executive Director and Board on progress, opportunities and risks.
● Develop and maintain WSC’s prospect map identifying priority funders and prospects and setting clear cultivation strategies and next steps for each.
● Develop WSC’s major donor pipeline including compelling cases for support, and cultivation plan for priority prospects.
● Advise the Executive Director and Board on fundraising opportunities, income diversification, funding risk and the implications of changes in the funding environment.
● Lead on management and renewal of WSC’s existing grants portfolio ensuring income is sustained and relationships are developed strategically.
● Assess prospective funding opportunities and make recommendations for the Executive Director on whether to pursue them, considering strategic fit, likelihood of success, resource requirements and financial viability.
● Develop, maintain and improve WSC's fundraising systems, processes and tools, ensuring that information is accurate, accessible and supports good decision-making.
● Maintain a strong understanding of WSC’s current programmes, impact and future strategic priorities and translate these into compelling fundraising opportunities and cases for support.
Pipeline and income generation
● Research, identify, cultivate and secure funding from trusts, foundations, statutory sources, corporate partners, major donors and individual donors and other appropriate income sources.
● Own and manage WSC's fundraising pipeline, ensuring opportunities are appropriately researched, assessed, prioritised, progressed and recorded from prospect through to renewal.
● Lead the end-to-end development of funding applications, coordinating input from programme, finance, communications and other colleagues and ensuring applications are compelling, accurate and submitted on time.
● Maintain accurate pipeline data and income forecasts, using these to identify funding gaps, opportunities and risks and to inform organisational planning.
● Monitor the wider fundraising environment and identify emerging opportunities, risks and trends relevant to WSC.
- · Ensure appropriate due diligence is undertaken and agreements are in place before accepting significant gifts or grants, in line with WSC's policies and procedures.
- · Ensure donations and grants are processed, recorded and acknowledged promptly and accurately, working with the Finance Officer and other colleagues as appropriate.
Grant Management and Renewal
· Maintain an overview of WSC's active grants, including reporting requirements, key commitments, deadlines and renewal opportunities.
· Ensure funder reporting deadlines and grant commitments are identified and managed proactively working with relevant colleagues across WSC.
· Lead the preparation and submission of narrative funder reports, working with the programme and finance colleagues to evidence progress, outcomes and impact.
· Work closely with the Finance Officer to ensure financial reports and expenditure information provided to funders are accurate, timely and consistent with grant agreements.
· Develop renewal plans 4-6 months ahead of grant end dates or earlier where required by the funder and lead the renewal process in collaboration with the Executive Director and Finance Officer.
· Maintain and develop funder relationships throughout the grant cycle using reporting, meetings and other opportunities to demonstrate impact and strengthen relationships.
Fundraising Systems, Finance and Reporting
● Maintain accurate and up-to-date fundraising records, identifying an appropriate CRM and ensuring key information, relationships, deadlines and actions are documented.
● Work closely with the Finance Officer to develop realistic application budgets, monitor grant income and expenditure and ensure financial information provided to funders is accurate and consistent.
● Ensure appropriate fundraising records and documentation are maintained including applications, grant agreements, reports, correspondence and due diligence.
Line management, collaboration and worker-led fundraising
· Recruit, line manage and support future fundraising staff as the charity grows, providing clear direction, regular supervision, constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development.
· Develop effective systems and processes that enable the fundraising team to work consistently, collaboratively and efficiently as the function grows.
· Manage freelancers, agencies or consultants as required.
· Participate in WSC's Senior Management Team, contributing to organisational planning, strategic decision-making and alignment across WSC's work
· Collaborate with policy, casework, operations, communications and other colleagues to align fundraising with organisational priorities.
· Champion WSC's worker-driven governance model and ensure that workers have meaningful influence over fundraising activity and how their experiences are represented.
· Co-produce fundraising outputs with workers, prioritising their voices, interests, dignity and agency.
· Actively contribute to a values-led, inclusive and collaborative working culture.
· Ensure fundraising knowledge, relationships, decisions and organisational learning are appropriately documented and shared, supporting organisational resilience and continuity.
Communications and narrative
● Work closely with the Communications and Narratives Lead to develop compelling, audience-specific cases for support, donor communications and fundraising materials.
● Support the development and use of evidence, impact data and worker-centred narratives in fundraising.
● Ensure that fundraising and communications involving workers are ethical, accessible and based on meaningful consent, agency and participation.
Governance, compliance & organisational reporting
● Ensure fundraising activity complies with relevant charity law and regulation, fundraising standards, data protection requirements and WSC policies.
● Ensure appropriate due diligence, gift acceptance and risk assessment processes are followed for significant gifts, grants and partnerships.
● Provide regular fundraising reports and analysis to the Executive Director and Board, highlighting progress against targets, pipeline value, income risks and opportunities.
● Support the Executive Director and Board with information required for organisational planning, financial forecasting and reporting to funders and other stakeholders.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Please refer to the attached full Job Description and Person Specification for detailed requirements.
Key Essentials:
- Significant experience in fundraising, income generation or business development with a demonstrable track record of securing income from trusts and foundations and statutory sources.
- Experience of building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies
- Understanding of charity governance, compliance, fundraising regulation and data protection (GDPR)
- Knowledge of, or strong demonstrated interest in, labour rights, migrant rights and/or human rights issues
- Advanced level degree or equivalent professional experience in Fundraising or a related field
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4)
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Head of Project Management Office (PMO)
Predominantly home-based with regular travel to locations across the UK
up to £55,000 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
Office facilities are available at our Newark office (Tuesdays to Thursdays) for those within easy travelling distance.
Closing date for applications: 20 September 2026
First interviews: 29 September 2026 (Online Interview) & 30 September 2026 (Online Interview)
Second interviews: 9 October 2026 (Online Interview)
About Us
The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 945,000 members, over 33,000 volunteers, 4,100 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work.
Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts.
The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities.
About You
As Head of Project Management Office (PMO), you will help our fast-growing organisation bridge the gap between strategy and execution. This is a greenfield opportunity, and you will be responsible for designing, scaling, and executing a right-sized, organisation-wide project delivery function. You will oversee an interesting investment and grant-funded portfolio, coordinate complex strategic programmes, and directly manage a core team of project managers.
Working closely with the Executive Office and Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure that strategic initiatives are prioritised, sequenced and delivered effectively so that benefits are realised and change is successfully embedded into business as usual. You will establish the PMO as a trusted centre of excellence, supporting confident decision making, disciplined delivery and transparency across RSWT and The Wildlife Trusts.
As Head of the Project Management Office, you will have a proven track record of leading portfolio, programme and delivery management functions in a complex organisation. Ideally, you will have experience of designing and scaling a PMO or delivery function from the ground up – you will be comfortable setting up lean, agile project governance structures which respect our charity’s culture while driving operational maturity. You will be confident using portfolio and delivery management tools and reporting approaches and are skilled at turning insight into action ready information for leaders.
You will be able to communicate complex information clearly, provide constructive challenge, and build trust with stakeholders across the organisation.
As a leader, you will have experience developing and leading high performing teams, fostering collaboration, strategic thinking and continuous improvement. You will be committed to building organisational capability — coaching others, championing good practice and creating communities of practice that strengthen delivery confidence over time.
If you are a pragmatic leader with a passion for disciplined delivery and helping organisations achieve meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Our Culture
At RSWT, people are at the heart of everything we do, we are committed to promoting positive wellbeing, supporting our colleagues to grow, make a meaningful contribution and help deliver greater impact for nature, climate and communities. Through learning, development and collaboration, we aim to foster an inclusive, supportive and values-led culture where colleagues feel confident to share ideas, contribute their perspectives, challenge constructively and learn from experience. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment and maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment) or abuse. This extends to all interactions with our employees by third parties, including clients, contractors, suppliers and visitors.
We encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and to feel comfortable and confident in their working environment. Whether working from home, in the office, outdoors or in the community with key stakeholders, we trust colleagues to use their judgement and managers’ guidance to dress appropriately reflecting our values and professionalism.
ReachOut is a youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance.
The Schools & Universities Partnerships Manager will lead the development, growth, and management of ReachOut’s partnerships with schools, multi-academy trusts, and universities.
This new role is central to delivering ReachOut’s strategy to expand our reach, increase income, and deepen our impact for young people constrained by circumstance. Reporting to the CEO and sitting within the Income & Partnerships Team, the postholder will work closely with colleagues across Programmes & Impact and Volunteering.
The role is responsible for building a strong pipeline of partners, securing sustainable funding, and managing existing relationships to ensure mutual value. Through both new and established partnerships, the postholder will support ReachOut’s mission while helping schools and universities achieve their own strategic objectives.
Who we are looking for
- An ambitious, proactive fundraiser with the ability to develop, deliver, and grow long-term partnerships with schools and universities across London, Manchester, and new locations in line with ReachOut's strategy.
- A confident communicator who thrives in a small, collaborative organisation and can build strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders across multiple departments and sectors.
- Someone who can work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and identify opportunities to generate income, raise our profile and increase impact.
How to Apply
- To apply please visit our website.
- We are unable to provide visa sponsorship. To apply for the role you must have the right to work in the UK.
Key Dates
- Applications close: 9am on Friday 18th September 2026
- Interviews (in person in London or Manchester): Wednesday 23rd September 2026
- Start Date: ASAP
If the date for interviews causes any issues, please still apply and let us know in your email as we may be able to be flexible on the interview arrangements.
Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
ReachOut is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation. We therefore welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, ages, religious beliefs, gender identities, sexual orientations and any other protected characteristics, to provide a diverse range of experiences, ideas and insights into our work. ReachOut wants to increase the representation of our young people amongst our staff, so if you are from these ethnic groups, we would particularly appreciate receiving your applications.
We’re looking for someone inspirational, approachable, open-minded, with great communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties, their families, friends and their carers to live their best lives.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
As our current CEO prepares for retirement, we are looking for someone new to lead our organisation with the kindness and professionalism we’re known for.
For more than 30 years, Pembrokeshire and Carmarthen Mind has supported people across the Pembrokeshire and Carmarthen Local Authority areas and the Hywel Dda University Health Board region.
Mental health challenges affect people from all walks of life, and the need for accessible, person-centred support continues to grow. Conditions such as anxiety, depression, and other long-term mental health difficulties remain some of the most common health issues faced by individuals, families, and communities.
Compassionate, local mental health support can make a meaningful difference, we help people build resilience, maintain independence, and find hope during difficult times.
Across the UK, many people experience significant impacts on their daily lives, relationships, and wellbeing because of mental health problems. The wider effects on families, carers, and support networks can also be profound, highlighting the importance of early help, ongoing support, and community-based services.
Who we’re looking for:
- We’re looking for an experienced, confident and compassionate leader who can balance people, purpose and performance.
- You will be responsible for implementing the organisation’s strategy, as set by the Board of Trustees, leading staff and volunteers, overseeing services and finances, and ensuring strong governance and compliance.
- You’ll need strong knowledge and understanding of NHS and Local Authority structures, as well as health and social care legislation in Wales.
- You will maintain our welcoming, inclusive culture while planning for the future by identifying opportunities, building new partnerships and income streams, managing risk, and ensuring the charity’s financial sustainability.
- You will be a great listener, ensuring that our community feels heard. You will amplify their voices locally, regionally and nationally. These views will also inform the design, development and delivery of all our high-quality services
Application Resources
For Job Role specifics and more about us please see our CEO Recruitment Pack
Application Instructions
Ready to lead?
If you are interested in becoming Pembrokeshire and Carmarthen Mind’s next permanent Chief Executive Officer, please complete our application form and attach your CV. The application form can be found on our website.
For Full Application Instructions and more about us please see our CEO Recruitment Pack
Closing date for this role will be at 12:00 midday on 30/09/26
Interviews for this role will be held on week commencing 19/10/26
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid, with a minimum of 8 days per month in the Leeds office
Salary: £45,000-£50,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time role
BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity, working to ensure every child has the opportunity to develop a lifelong love of reading. Through programmes, partnerships and campaigns, BookTrust reaches millions of children and families each year, helping to inspire a brighter future through the power of books.
We are seeking an experienced Statutory Fundraising Manager to secure and grow income from public sector bodies, lottery funders and local government. This is a key role within the Fundraising team, responsible for developing a strong pipeline of opportunities, writing compelling funding proposals and building trusted relationships that support BookTrust’s work with children and families.
A significant focus of the role is coordinating BookTrust’s relationship with Arts Council England, one of the organisation’s most important strategic funders. The postholder will undertake performance monitoring, compliance and reporting requirements, ensuring BookTrust continues to meet its funding commitments while maintaining strong alignment with Arts Council priorities and objectives. Working closely with senior colleagues across the organisation, they will help maximise the value of this partnership and identify opportunities to strengthen and develop the relationship over time.
The successful candidate will bring proven experience of securing statutory income, with the ability to navigate complex funding environments and develop high-quality bids for significant opportunities. You will be a confident relationship builder, skilled at working collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver sustainable income and long-term partnerships.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation and help secure the funding needed to bring the joy and benefits of reading to more children across the UK.
Please download the Candidate Pack [PDF] for further information, including details on how to apply.
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The Head of Youth Programmes sits in our Senior Leadership Team and holds overall operational responsibility for our frontline youth programmes across three pillars: Prevention, Intervention and Healing. The postholder leads and line manages the delivery team, and carries DSL responsibility for the organisation.
You'll lead delivery, expansion and impact evaluation across all three pillars, line manage the Education Lead, IDVA Team and Creative Projects leads, and work closely with the CEO to consolidate our delivery models. You'll hold responsibility as our Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage operational budgets, and build multi-agency partnerships across Barnet and neighbouring boroughs.
It's an opportunity to bring fresh energy and strategic leadership to a small, values-driven charity that trusts its team to do meaningful, creative work with the young people we support.
Essential criteria
- Experience as an IDVA, ISVA or in a comparable frontline advocacy role supporting young women and girls affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence or other forms of harm.
- A strong understanding of VAWG, domestic abuse and youth harm, grounded in survivor-centred and harm-prevention approaches.
- Experience of overseeing and responding to complex safeguarding through multi-agency working.
- At least Level 3 safeguarding training. Designated Safeguarding Lead training is desirable, or a willingness to complete this within an agreed timeframe.
We have highlighted the essentials above. The rest of the person specification, in the attached recruitment pack, is a guide to what we are looking for in a strong candidate, rather than a checklist. Your experience may not meet all of it, but if you have the essential experience we would encourage you to apply. We are just as interested in transferable experience as in a conventional career path.
Benefits
- Regular clinical supervision with an external practitioner
- Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, including a 24/7 helpline, counselling and a wellbeing app
- Free on-site parking in Colindale and funded travel between delivery sites
Details
£38,000 to £40,000 pro rata. 28 hours per week (four day working week). Permanent. Barnet, London / Hybrid.
Closing date: Thursday 15th October 2026. Interviews: w/c Monday 26th October 2026.
This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, and is open to female applicants only, due to the nature of the role. Subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Our mission is to end relationship abuse by working with young people to provide specialist spaces for prevention, intervention and healing
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Help lead the next chapter of an award-winning, volunteer-powered environmental charity
As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, Shrewsbury Food Hub is looking for an inclusive, practical and strategically minded Executive Director to lead us through the next phase of our development.
We have a simple vision: a community where food is valued and not wasted.
Founded in 2016, we rescue surplus food seven days a week from local suppliers and redistribute it through charities, community groups, schools and Foodshares. In the year to March 2026 alone, we rescued more than 270 tonnes of food, with our work reaching an estimated 4,000 people every week across Shrewsbury and the surrounding area.
We have also developed a growing programme of community cooking, bringing people together to build skills and confidence, share food and strengthen community – while ensuring that good food does not go to waste.
The opportunity
Shrewsbury Food Hub has grown significantly over the past decade. Our next Executive Director will help us build on that success while strengthening the foundations beneath it.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead an established and much-loved local charity through a period of organisational development: bringing greater clarity, focus, structure and resilience while protecting the energy, relationships and community spirit that make the Hub special.
The Board is committed to focusing increasingly on governance and delegating day-to-day leadership and management to the Executive Director. You will have the authority and responsibility to lead the organisation, work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and create the conditions in which staff and volunteers can perform at their best.
This is not a figurehead role. We need an Executive Director who can see the bigger picture, make difficult choices and turn strategy into practical action – someone equally comfortable around the Board table and spending time with the staff, volunteers and partners who make our work possible.
This role is largely based in Shrewsbury, with some home working possible. This is a strongly place-based role requiring a regular and visible on-site presence.
What you will lead
Working with the Board, staff, volunteers and partners, you will:
- Lead the development and delivery of a clear, focused and financially sustainable strategy.
- Strengthen our structures, systems, processes and ways of working, leading organisational change with clarity and sensitivity.
- Provide overall leadership for safe, reliable and effective operations and organisational risk.
- Build an inclusive, enabling and accountable culture, supporting and developing our Senior Leadership Team and wider community of staff and volunteers.
- Oversee financial sustainability and the development of a strong, balanced income base.
- Build trusted relationships with funders, suppliers, businesses, local authorities and community partners, acting as a visible and credible ambassador for the Hub.
Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Who are we looking for?
You will bring successful senior leadership experience from a charity, social enterprise, public service or other purpose-led organisation, together with experience of shaping strategy, leading change and turning plans into results.
You will be financially astute, pragmatic and comfortable creating clarity in a busy organisation. Above all, you will be a genuine people leader: emotionally intelligent, approachable and able to build trust across a diverse community of staff, volunteers, trustees, founders and partners.
We don't expect our new Executive Director to be a specialist in everything. You may bring particular depth in operational and organisational leadership or in income generation, fundraising and external development. What matters is that you have credible experience of the other and the leadership ability to bring different expertise together.
Previous Executive Director experience is welcome, but is not essential.
Our values
We want our new Executive Director to share our commitment to reducing food waste and strengthening our community, and to lead in a way that reflects our values:
Passion – Accountability – Inclusiveness – Integrity – Caring – Resilience
These values shape not only what we do, but how we work together. We are looking for a leader who enables others to succeed, listens to different perspectives, acts with integrity and empathy, and remains purposeful and constructive through change.
Our ambitions remain firmly rooted in place. We believe there is significant potential to deepen our environmental and social impact across Shrewsbury and Shropshire, rather than becoming a national organisation.
How to apply:
Please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than three pages, outlining your suitability for the role, by 5pm on Friday 25 September 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit Shrewsbury Food Hub on Monday 5 October 2026, providing an opportunity to meet the team, see the Hub in action and gain a deeper understanding of the organisation ahead of formal interviews.
Shrewsbury Food Hub values the strength that comes from different experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process.
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Please look at the Person Specification before applying and make sure that your cover letter outlines your skills and experience in relation to the requirements listed there.
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