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About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
The Events & Community Fundraising Manager is an integral part of our ambitious and forward-thinking Fundraising & Communications team.
This postholder will deliver The Connection at St Martin’s Events and Community Fundraising activity. They will line manage the Events & Community Fundraising Assistant, with a particular focus on their work on our annual Pilgrimage event. They will work in conjunction with the Director of Fundraising & Communications to develop and implement an action plan for these important functions.
This role will develop, manage and grow an enthusiastic and motivated team of challenge event participants, pioneer our involvement in the collaborative London Walk event, lead on our emerging Special Events programme, and identify new opportunities and networks for our Community Fundraising remit.
This role requires someone with a strong track record in Events and Community Fundraising, with a solutions-focussed mindset. They will need experience in translating sector best practice into action, and to be excited at the prospect of innovating and pursuing new Events and Community Fundraising opportunities for the organisation.
Salary: £41,599 - £45,097 (scale points 26-30)
Closing Date: Friday 30th January
Interview Date: Tuesday 10th February
Full Time, Maternity cover from March 2026 to January 2027
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
About the role:
This is a hands-on, people-facing role for someone who takes pride in creating spaces that really work. As our Facilities Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind safe, welcoming and well-run workplaces that allow our teams to focus on what matters most - supporting people out of homelessness. From the moment someone walks through the door of one of our offices, your work will be felt. If you’re someone who spots what needs fixing, improves things before they become problems, and enjoys being right at the heart of an organisation, this role is for you.
Based full-time at our Head Office in King’s Cross, you’ll be visible, present and involved - working on site five days a week and travelling across London to our other offices and services. No two days will look the same. One day you might be problem-solving with a manager, walking a site, or supporting a health and safety issue; the next you could be leading a refurbishment, improving how a space is used, or making sure contractors are delivering what they promised. You’ll manage a small facilities team, oversee reception services, and work closely with colleagues across Single Homeless Project (SHP) to make sure our buildings actively support the work happening inside them.
This is a role for someone who likes ownership and momentum. You’ll need to be practical, organised and confident making decisions - but also warm, approachable and collaborative. If you’re excited by the idea of being a visible leader, enjoy balancing detail with big-picture thinking, and want your work to directly enable frontline services across London, we’d love you to bring your energy, ideas and grit to SHP.
About you:
- You have hands-on facilities management experience and know how to keep buildings safe, functional and fit for purpose.
- You’re confident handling a wide range of property and technical issues, and know when to fix, escalate or bring in the right expertise.
- You hold a relevant Health & Safety qualification and are comfortable leading on compliance in busy office environments.
- You’ve procured and managed facilities contracts before and are confident holding suppliers and contractors to account.
- You’re a strong, people-focused communicator with experience managing staff and delivering a reliable, high-quality service to colleagues.
About Us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 25th January at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th February Online via Microsoft Teams
There will be a second stage in person at our head office in Kings Cross for progressed candidates.
This post will require a basic DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The post holder will be expected to demonstrate full commitment to the vision and values of Willowbrook Hospice. The role will be crucial in ensuring we are able to ‘Deliver the best care, delivered with compassion for our community’.
The Head of Finance’s key priorities, in close collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team, are to lead and support the strategic and annual financial planning processes, and to prepare and analyse accurate and timely financial information for the Board of Trustees and the Directors of the Trading Company, ensuring compliance with all external financial reporting requirements.
Main Duties:
1. To provide an effective and accurate financial management and accountancy service to the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company.
2. Prepare annual budgets and monitor performance on a monthly basis against plan by the preparation and issue of monthly budget statements. Make recommendations on costing assumptions to be included within all budgets. For example, inflation rates.
3. Support the strategic direction of the business by leading on the preparation of 5 year financial forecasts to support strategic planning and to ensure the long term financial viability of the business.
4. Prepare and maintain financial accounts in a timely fashion and ensure they are consistent with external financial reporting standards and requirements.
5. Provide monthly financial information to the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company.
6. Prepare cash flow reports on a regular/quarterly basis and monitor cash requirements and advise the Board of Trustees, Directors of the Trading Company and Executive Leadership Team on the liquidity position of the business.
7. Provide advice on all financial matters, including issues arising in connection with charity legislation, to ensure that the business meets its legal financial obligations and complies will all external regulatory requirements.
8. Liaise with H.M. Revenue and Customs and VAT consultants regarding records and payments and ensure compliance with all regulations.
9. Ensure the provision of a monthly payroll service and ensure delivery of an accurate, reliable and quality payroll service to all staff.
10. To liaise with all regulatory external bodies in connection with any financial or charity matters, i.e. auditors, accountants, bank, solicitors, Charity Commission, Companies House, insurance company, pension advisors and others.
11. Annual completion of the Charity Commission self-assessment, ensuring that we comply with best practice.
12. Attend the meetings of the local networking groups as required.
13. Review and monitor performance of the business’s investments and provide up to date reports to the Board of Trustees, enabling them to make appropriate investment decisions.
14. As part of financial reporting, complete regular analysis of all income and expenditure, supporting budget holders as required to identify areas where cost savings and efficiencies can be made.
15. Support in the preparation of business cases as necessary across the business.
16. Support in the preparation of benchmarking information to assist in the determination of opportunities to improve the organisation’s financial position.
17. Support the business’s efforts to maximise income from all sources providing financial information and attending committees and other forums as required to assist in this.
18. Develop and maintain an asset register of all property across the business. Ensure capital accounting policies are agreed annually by the Finance Committee.
19. Ensure appropriate financial procedures, financial governance and policies are in place across the business and ensure they are regularly reviewed and appropriate.
20. Ensure good systems of financial control and checks are in place for all assets.
21.To manage and support staff in the Finance Department, ensuring they have the right knowledge and skills to carry out their duties effectively.
22. Ensure that all members of the leadership team (ELT and SLT) and the board have the necessary knowledge and support regarding financial matters including the provision of training if necessary.
23. Attend committees and key meetings to present relevant financial information at the request of the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company.
Performance Standards:
1. Annual income and expenditure budgets are approved annually and monitored monthly.
2. Management Accounts are aimed to be completed within 10 working days of month end and available for the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company.
3. Regulatory requirements are met as and when they fall due.
4. The provision of an accurate and reliable set of annual financial statements.
5. Meet with statutory and external organisations in a timely and professional manner.
6. Quarterly VAT returns, Annual Corporation Tax returns and other statutory returns are submitted in a timely manner.
7. With regard to financial records and reporting, to comply with and meet the standards of the Care Quality Commission.
8. Completion of all Charity Commission regulatory requirements.
9. Ensure that we have robust financial systems in place for all assets and liabilities incorporating monthly reviews of creditors and debtors.
10. Ensure financial information requirements of the Executive Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company are met in a timely manner.
11. Ensure that the business has financial systems and processes in place that will comply with regulatory requirements for healthcare services.
12. Be an active member of the Senior Leadership Team participating in all relevant meetings contributing where possible, to the achievement of business objectives.
13. To take rotational responsibility as Out of Hours Duty Manager, if required.
14. Provide advice, support and information to the Executive Leadership Team; Board of Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company on financial matters enabling the business to meet its objectives.
General Duties:
1. To liaise with Head of Human Resources to advise, where necessary, on all salary and pension matters, keeping up to date with changing legislation.
2. To communicate with the banks, HMRC, Department of Work and Pensions and all other relevant external bodies regarding all pension, tax and National Insurance issues.
3. To liaise with all Senior Leadership team colleagues to ensure payroll data is accurate and kept up to date.
4. To liaise with the Head of Fundraising in matters relating to fundraising income and expenditure and the fundraising and lottery database, ensuring that any information is an accurate reflection of income and expenditure.
5. To liaise with the Head of Retail in matters relating to the trading company’s income and expenditure, ensuring that all information provided is accurate.
6. To verify that insurance cover is appropriate and adequate for the various business functions and to ensure that it is kept up to date.
7. To ensure that there is compliance across the business with financial statutory regulations and internal financial policies.
8. Ensure that there is a robust information governance regime across all financial matters across the business.
9. To undertake and manage the annual appraisal process for the Finance Team, identifying any training and development needs.
10. Ensure that all members of the Finance Team attend mandatory and statutory training as required and that evaluations are undertaken to monitor effectiveness.
11. The post holder will adhere to all relevant legislation and policies of the business.
12. Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Executive Leadership Team, the Boarof Trustees and Directors of the Trading Company.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for an exceptional, value-driven candidate who can hit the ground running as our Legal Education Officer, working closely with the Director and the rest of our small and dynamic Right to Remain team.
The person must be someone who understands the Right to Remain ethos and is prepared to bring their whole self to our organisation. Needless to say, the role requires an impeccable grasp of the asylum and immigration system and its operation on the ground, including how it impacts our community of people seeking asylum, refugees, migrants, their families, friends and allies. It requires an ability to help and guide our community to navigate the complex and hostile asylum and immigration system.
You will be working closely with the Director and the rest of our small and dynamic Right to Remain staff team: another Legal Education Officer based in Leeds (generally) covering the North, the Organiser based in Manchester leading our mighty These Walls Must Fall, and the Engagement Officer based in London. In particular, the post holder will be closely coordinating their work with another Legal Education Officer in Leeds. The post holder is also expected to be already embedded in the local and regional asylum and migration field, familiar with its dynamics and able to tap into their existing relationships and connections with local groups and actors.
We are proud of Right to Remain’s unique and bold approach that really believes in collective power. We are focused on building knowledge, radical solidarity and the power of our community. We show up authentically at work and for our community, always giving our 100%. We are determined and calm amidst the crisis and chaos of the world. We know that now is not a ‘business as usual’ time, and we need to meet the moment as the anchor organisation for the migration justice movement. That comes with a lot of responsibility but we also carry it with lightness. We want our new team members to be similarly passionate, ambitious and compassionate.
With the rest of the team, you will be responsible for maintaining, developing, and increasing usage of our highly popular and accessible resources about the asylum and immigration system, most notably the Right to Remain Toolkit. You will deliver interactive workshops on the legal system for people navigating that system as well as professionals and volunteers. You will engage with our network of community groups to ensure that we are apprised of developments on the ground and we are communicating important changes to these support groups. You will also work with the Director and other colleagues to develop and deliver specific public legal education projects, when necessary. You must have outstanding communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of audiences, in a manner that reflects Right to Remain’s mission and values.
Right to Remain is a national migration justice organisation, creating a world where everyone can exercise their right to remain where they need to be
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are an intergovernmental organisation working with Civil Society across a global reach of 51 member countries. Our work advances the interests of Commonwealth Civil Society in areas of equality, participation, and good governance.
The Foundation is guided by a Board of Governors, representing Commonwealth Governments, High Commissioners and Civil Society Leaders. The Board ensures our work reflects the values and aspirations of the Commonwealth.
As our Senior HR Officer, reporting to the Deputy Director-General, you will lead on key HR functions including recruitment, policy development, and HR systems during an exciting transformation as we prepare for our Strategy 2026–2031. This role is central to our commitment to investing in our people and cultivating a vibrant, inclusive organisational culture.
What you will focus on:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all HR related queries, ensuring timely, accurate, and solutions-focused responses.
- Lead recruitment and onboarding for all UK-based roles and internships, actively championing the Foundation’s values of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Review, enhance, and develop HR policies to ensure alignment with UK employment legislation and best practice standards.
- Oversee and support the full performance management cycle, guiding managers and staff.
- Drive the implementation of innovative HR systems and learning initiatives to improve efficiency and support organisational development.
What we are looking for:
- CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2+ years’ HR experience
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office
What We Offer:
- Salary: £39,800 to £44,000
- Generous annual leave (almost seven weeks excluding public holidays)
- 15% of salary payable tax-free at stipulated periods in lieu of a formal superannuation scheme
- Private health scheme including dental cover
- Flexible working policy (several days in the office per week)
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment at Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London
The Process
Applicants must declare their right to work in the UK at the time of submission. Any application that fails to do so is unable to be processed.
Applications should include:
- A comprehensive CV
- A motivation letter addressing the person specification and competencies
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date.
First round interviews will be held online via video link on Wednesday 28 January 2026.
Second round interviews will take place in person on Wednesday 4 February 2026.
Closing date for applications:
5.00pm GMT Monday 19 January 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Refugee Council
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
We have offices across the UK where our Services teams provide support to refugees at local level.
Inclusion and accessibility
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
Our Values
Our values underpin everything we do:
- Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
- Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
- Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
- Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.
About the role
The Executive Director of Fundraising & Digital is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, accountable for ensuring the Refugee Council’s financial growth, supporter engagement, and digital transformation. The role provides strategic leadership across fundraising, digital platforms, brand guardianship, and supporter experience, ensuring these functions deliver ambitious income targets, expand public reach, and align with the organisation’s mission and values.
As the executive lead for income generation and digital innovation, the postholder drives improvements in fundraising strategy, supporter acquisition, donor stewardship, and digital content delivery. They embed a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement, ensuring fundraising and digital activity is ethical, compliant, and maximises long-term sustainability. They provide authoritative advice to the Chief Executive, Board, and Committees, ensuring robust income planning, brand positioning, and digital resilience.
The Executive Director builds and leads a high performing Fundraising & Digital directorate, fostering a culture of empowerment, innovation, equity, diversity, and inclusion. They act as joint guardian of the Refugee Council brand, ensuring consistency and impact across all channels, and model the organisation’s values, enabling staff and volunteers to deliver outstanding fundraising performance and dynamic digital engagement that strengthens public support for refugees and people seeking asylum.
Staff benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more.
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 26 January 2026.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Maudsley Charity to recruit for their next Head of Development.
Job title: Head of Development
Salary: £57,000-£63,000
Location: Hybrid working with flexibility (Denmark Hill, Charity office and homeworking)
Reporting to: Director of Programmes
Contract: Full time, permanent (37.5 hours per week)
This is an exciting and impactful new income generating role where you'll have the opportunity to be part of Maudsley Charity's expert team leading innovative care and solutions for mental health at a time of urgent need.
About Maudsley Charity
Maudsley Charity advances and accelerates positive change in mental health care in south London and beyond. Collaborating with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, King's College London, and the King's Maudsley Partnership we create lasting change for people experiencing mental illness.
This is a transformative moment in Maudsley Charity's journey, and we're looking for an exceptional relationship fundraiser to join us and help grow collaborative income generation at a critical time for mental health. We are a grant-making charity with a proud history and a bold vision: to ensure that everyone who experiences mental illness, without exception, can access the care that's right for them.
The Role
Maudsley Charity is entering a new chapter of growth and renewal. We are now seeking a dynamic Head of Development to lead on identifying and building collaborative funding opportunities, to strengthen our work on community fundraising and with the potential to explore expansion in legacy giving.
As Head of Development, you will lead the charity's income generation strategy, focusing on collaborative funding opportunities and diversifying income streams. Reporting to the Director of Programmes and working closely with the Head of Communications, you will lead on income generation and development opportunities is support of our vision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver a strategy to grow our income through collaborative funding and partnerships.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, stakeholders, and partners.
- Lead on securing significant grants from Trusts and Foundations for innovative projects.
- Oversee community fundraising activity and explore legacy giving initiatives.
- Manage a small in-house team and outsourced fundraising resources.
- Monitor and report on fundraising performance, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Represent the charity externally and contribute to organisational strategy.
Is this role right for you?
- This is a strategic, relationship focused income generating role. You'll have previous fundraising leadership experience, and be confident in leading your own work and driving income growth through strategic development initiatives
- You have a proven track record of securing significant grants from Trusts and Foundations and know how to build strong, collaborative relationships with funders and partners
- You're looking for a senior role where you can make a tangible impact, lead on innovative funding strategies, and feel valued for your expertise
- You thrive in a dynamic and evolving environments, enjoy shaping and defining the role as the function grows, and bringing together internal teams to deliver ambitious partnership projects
- ?You enjoy working in multi-stakeholder settings, bringing structure from complexity, and creating clarity where processes are still emerging
- You're proactive and entrepreneurial, spotting opportunities for income generation and using creative approaches to maximise results
- You're confident managing budgets, resources, and teams in a fast-paced setting
- You demonstrate leadership qualities - whether through managing people, leading projects, or using initiative - and value collaboration and integrity
How to Apply
The application process is CV and answers to three qualifying questions.
For further details including the full candidate pack, and qualifying questions you will need to complete as part of a formal application, please send your up-to-date CV to Philippa at Charity People.
Key dates
Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 21st January 2026
First round interviews: w/c 9th February 2026
Final interviews: w/c 16th February 2026
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Full-time 35 hours per week. 2 year's fixed term
For the right candidate we are open to flexible working terms. Hybrid working is available, office based in Gloucester
Salary Band 5 (£30,961 – 33,682) per annum depending on experience
We are looking for a highly organised, experienced and exceptional administrator to work as a trusted partner to The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Church Development Agency (CDA). The CDA is a national organisation dedicated to supporting the Church in serving its communities through the delivery of affordable housing and community development projects, established in response to the Church of England’s “Coming Home” report.
This key role within the CDA requires a thinker who can anticipate needs, manage priorities, and support The CEO in his leadership function and ensuring effective governance. The Executive Assistant (EA) will play a pivotal role in enabling the CEO to oversee a diverse portfolio of approximately 50 affordable housing projects. Most of the work is funded by the Oak Foundation, with a focus on achieving long-term sustainability.
The ideal candidate will have:
· Demonstrable experience of working as a high-level EA support to a CEO/Senior leader or equivalent
· Excellent time management and the ability to balance numerous priorities and deadlines
· A high degree of confidentiality and flexibility
Crucially, you will love to organise and drive forward actions while building meaningful relationships and enabling social impact. If you are looking for a stimulating role where no day is the same, this could be the perfect job for you.
Closing date is 10 am on Monday 12th January 2026
Interviews in Gloucester on Thursday 22nd January 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to recruit a Head of Development and Partnerships to join our team based at either our London or Midlands site. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 per annum dependent on experience and location.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives. We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
Purpose of the Head of Development and Partnerships role:
The Royal Air Force Museum is seeking an experienced and ambitious Head of Development and Partnerships to lead and grow our fundraising activity at a pivotal time for the organisation. As a national museum and registered charity, we rely on successful fundraising to support our day-to-day operations as well as major capital and development programmes that enable us to share the RAF story with current and future generations.
Reporting to the Director of Finance and Resources and working closely with the CEO, you will develop and deliver an ambitious fundraising strategy covering both revenue and capital income. You will lead a skilled Development team and personally cultivate and secure significant gifts. A key part of the role is building strong relationships with Trustees, senior colleagues and external partners, including leading the Museum’s partnership with the RAF Museum American Foundation.
Key responsibilities of our Head of Development and Partnerships include:
- Leading fundraising for the RAF Museum - developing and delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy, and championing fundraising as a discipline within the Museum
- Working closely with Trustees, Directors and colleagues to identify and develop cases for support around capital and revenue needs
- Identifying and cultivating new prospective donor markets in the UK and overseas – showing a willingness to travel internationally as appropriate
- Developing and delivering identified stand-alone fundraising campaigns in support of agreed capital and activity programmes
- Working closely with the CEO, lead the Museum’s partnership with the RAF Museum 3 American Foundation (RAFMAF), support the Chair to manage Board meetings and direct the effective planning and delivery of the annual dinner in Washington DC and other events as appropriate
- Overseeing and co-ordinating Museum partnerships, representing the Museum with external non-commercial stakeholders, in particular the RAF. Liaise closely with the Head of Events to deconflict visits and bookings, working together for the best reputational and financial outcomes for the Museum
What we are looking for in our Head of Development and Partnerships:
- Educated to first degree level or equivalent experience
- Demonstrable experience in developing and delivering fundraising strategies and plans, personally securing five to six figure support
- Is able to inspire team to engage with the long-term vision and purpose of the Museum
- Delegates decision making to the right level within team
- Pushes themselves and team to achieve, setting a clear plan and objectives and ensuring they/their team stay focussed
- Demonstrates positivity in relation to change and encourages team to embrace change
- Ensures own team’s strategy and activities are aligned to the Museum’s priorities and clearly articulates these to team
- Experience of securing National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) Funding
Closing Date: 18th January 2026
Interviews will take place on: 29th and 30th January 2025
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force's story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you!
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Join us and help create opportunities that change young lives.
Career Ready is a UK-wide social mobility charity, working to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and networks they need to succeed. We’re looking for a proactive and strategic Corporate New Business Development Lead to drive growth in our corporate and partnerships income, unlocking innovative collaborations that deliver real impact.
In this pivotal role, you’ll identify and secure high-value corporate partnerships, craft compelling proposals, and lead pitches to senior decision-makers. You’ll work closely with colleagues across Communications, Programmes, and Operations to create multi-year partnerships that combine funding, programme support, and brand alignment—helping us reach more young people than ever before. The role is home-based, but you’ll have opportunities to travel across the UK (primarily London, Manchester, and Edinburgh) for meetings, events, and networking opportunities (expenses covered), giving you variety and the chance to build relationships face-to-face.
We’re seeking someone with a proven track record of winning significant corporate partnerships (five-figure or ideally six-figure), excellent communication and influencing skills, and a strong understanding of CSR/ESG trends. If you’re entrepreneurial, creative, and thrive on building relationships from scratch, we’d love to hear from you.
For full information view our candidate pack, which is available when you click on Apply.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 12 January 2026
First stage interviews: expected to take place w/c 19 January 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Department: Behaviour Change and Development
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £48,083 – £53,426
Benefits: 27 days holiday bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), healthcare cashplan scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, Cycling UK membership plus many more staff benefits.
There’s never been a better time to join Cycling UK. As we continue to grow our impact and ambition, we are looking for an experienced and driven Head of New Programmes and Business Development to help shape the next phase of our work.
Cycling UK is committed to creating healthier, happier and more sustainable communities through behaviour change. Whether or not you cycle yourself, our work contributes to improved public health, reduced congestion, cleaner air and more inclusive transport systems.
As Head of New Programmes and Business Development, you will lead the development, mobilisation and delivery of new restricted programmes across the Behaviour Change and Development Directorate and, where required, the wider organisation. Working closely with senior leaders and specialist teams, you will design compelling, fundable programme models, write high-quality bids and secure new income from trusts, foundations and statutory funders.
You will be responsible for building and managing strong relationships with prospective and existing funders, while ensuring that newly secured programmes are mobilised and delivered effectively, compliantly and to a consistently high standard.
The role has end-to-end responsibility for programme management across new workstreams, including planning, budgets, reporting, risk and performance. You will ensure that Cycling UK’s behaviour change models and evidence frameworks are applied consistently, and that robust data is captured to demonstrate impact and value, including social, transport and health outcomes.
This is a fast-paced and highly fulfilling role, ideal for someone who thrives on delivery, collaboration and impact. If you are motivated by creating meaningful change through well-designed, evidence-led programmes, we would love to hear from you.
Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Please complete the application form, clearly setting out why you are the right candidate for this role. Your supporting statement should demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, directly referencing the person specification. This will help the selection panel assess your suitability against the criteria.
This role is home-based with expected regular travel to London.
Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown.
You may also have experience in the following: Programme Development, Business Development, Funding and Partnerships, Bid Writing, Trusts and Foundations, Statutory Funding, Programme Management, Behaviour Change Programmes, Public Health Programmes, Transport and Mobility Programmes, Head of Programmes, Head of Business Development, Funding Manager, Partnerships Manager, Programme Director, Impact and Evaluation Lead.
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Dancers’ Career Development (DCD), the national charity that enables and empowers dancers to thrive professionally and personally leading up to and beyond their performance careers, seek a General Manager.
We are seeking an exceptional administrator who has experience in, or is interested in further developing, a broad knowledge of company management.
The main purpose of the General Manager role is to support the Executive Director, with the day-to-day operational management and administration of DCD.
The role will ideally suit a personable individual who enjoys varied responsibilities, working collaboratively within a highly productive, agile and supportive team.
If you are excited by this opportunity, resonate with DCD’s values and are passionate about making a positive difference to dancers’ lives, please get in touch; we would love to hear from you.
Contract: Part-time permanent role (24 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000 per annum, pro-rata
Start date: As early as possible
Location: This is a remote working role, with monthly in-person meetings which take place in London or Birmingham, with occasional additional in-person events and meetings as required by the charity.
Benefits: 23 days holiday pro-rata plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 28 days with length of service), 5% Employers contribution to pension scheme, Health & Wellbeing package, Professional Development opportunities.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 9am, Thursday 22 January 2026
Further Info: Please download the Recruitment Pack from our website for full job spec and how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As Supporter Engagement Coordinator, you will play a vital role in connecting with individuals and churches who faithfully give and pray for God’s transforming mission in tough places.
In this role, you’ll make a real impact by nurturing meaningful relationships, ensuring our supporters feel genuinely valued and cared for, and helping them experience the joy of seeing the difference their generosity makes.
If you are people-focused, confident on the phone, and skilled in administration, this could be the perfect opportunity to use your gifts in a role that combines care, communication, and purpose.
Full details can be found in the Candidate Pack attached. More information about Innovista can be found on our website.
Hours: Part-time (15 - 22.5 hours/week), permanent.
Location: Home-based with requirement to attend regular team meetings in Oxford.
Salary: £27,000-£30,000 per annum FTE, depending on experience.
To apply, please follow the directions on our website.
- Closing date for applications: Wednesday 14 January 2026 5pm.
- After reviewing applications, we'll invite shortlisted candidates to complete two short psychometric assessments. These help us better understand how you work and think. Candidates who are a strong match will then be invited to interview.
- Interviews will take place Friday 30 January, in Oxford.
This role has an occupational requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).
Innovista is committed to protecting the well-being of children and adults at risk. Our Safeguarding Policy and Whistleblowing Policy are available.
Supporting Christian leaders where they’re needed most

Harris Hill is supporting a leading London charity to recruit a new Director of Services and Deputy CEO.
Salary: £65,000 + pension · Full time · Kensington & Chelsea (hybrid)
In this pivotal role, you’ll work closely with the CEO to drive organisational strategy, lead high-quality Health, Wellbeing and Community Services, and ensure the charity continues to grow, innovate and deliver real impact for older people.
You’ll oversee service delivery, impact and quality, lead business development and income generation, and build strong partnerships across the NHS, local authority and voluntary sectors. You’ll also provide compassionate leadership to managers and teams, champion co-production, and deputise for the CEO when required.
We’re looking for:
- A senior leader from the charity, public or community sector
- Experience delivering health, wellbeing or community services
- Strong track record in business development and securing income
- Excellent partnership-building, strategic and communication skills
- A values-led, collaborative leader with commercial acumen
Why apply?
A unique chance to shape the future of a respected local charity, drive innovation and impact, and develop as a future CEO — with a supportive culture, ambitious team and competitive package.
For more information, please send your CV to
Deadline: Wednesday 7th January at 9am
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.
As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.
About you:
This is a terrific opportunity to play a fundamental role as Research Communications Manager at Muscular Dystrophy UK’s in developing and shaping our research communications ensuring the timely and proactive communication of our research impact.
- You will have a strong ability for explaining research and science to a lay audience.
- You will also proactively identify communication opportunities and ideas for engaging content to promote and publicise our research projects.
- You will work closely with teams across the organisation providing them with information about our research activity to support their work.
- You will manage the charity’s research information service, our Research Line.
- You will work with the Director of Research and Innovation and Director of Marketing and Communications to lead the development of our research communications plan.
Your Cover Letter Guidance
When submitting your application, please ensure your cover letter provides clear evidence of the following:
• Experience of communicating scientific and clinical information to a range of target audiences
• Proven experience in communicating complex research topics to a lay audience
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to build effective relationships internally and externally
•Proactive and able to identify communication opportunities and ideas for content in a range of formats
• Excellent copywriting, editing and proof-reading skills with ability to write copy for a range of audiences
Your cover letter should demonstrate how your background aligns with these criteria, using specific examples where possible.
About us:
Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.
Values and behaviours:
- A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
- Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
- A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offerrange of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
Closing date: Sunday, 11th January 2026
NB Interviews likely to be held on Wednesday, 21st January 2026
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities
We connect a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions and people around them.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.

