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We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic marketing specialist to join our ambitious team of experienced fundraisers as World Horse Welfare approaches its centenary anniversary. You will be part of the Individual Giving team who is responsible for driving sustainable growth through donor engagement, stewardship and acquisition.
The role is based in Norfolk and is currently a hybrid split of 2 days in our head office in Snetterton and 3 days at home. You may be required to attend events around the UK, so the ability to travel occasionally is necessary.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist the Head of Individual Giving with the delivery of the annual fundraising and marketing strategy, focusing on regular giving products and the online shop.
- Plan and implement fundraising campaigns, ensuring alignment with KPIs and budgets.
- Create compelling marketing content and manage approvals across teams.
- Monitor donor recruitment and retention, producing reports for leadership and Trustees.
- Optimise the online shop and collaborate with corporate partners on new product lines.
- Work with Supporter Services and Finance to manage stock and analyse donor journeys.
- Coordinate fundraising activities at events and gather digital content for storytelling.
- Work collaboratively across teams to promote fundraising initiatives and drive income growth.
About you:
You’ll bring experience in marketing, ideally within charity fundraising, with a proven ability to grow income and deliver successful campaigns across multiple channels. You are skilled at crafting persuasive copy, using data to drive decisions and confident in managing projects, analysing trends, and leveraging social media for fundraising. Highly organised and solutions-focused, you thrive in a busy environment, collaborate effectively, and communicate clearly. Creativity, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor databases are essential in this role. A passion for our mission is key and knowledge of equines would be desirable.
What we offer:
- Generous pension scheme and cash health plan.
- Paid employee sickness absence scheme and compassionate leave.
- Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary.
- Minimum of 31 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays and a Christmas shutdown)
World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant for any of our vacancies will be expected to share these values.
World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications for all of our vacancies from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.
World Horse Welfare’s vision is a world where every horse is treated with respect, compassion and understanding.
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KCBNA is an outstanding organisation that exists to tackle inequality, create opportunities and transform lives. Our award winning youth provision needs an outstanding youth service manager with excetional skills.
Role Overview
As the Youth Service Manager, you will lead KCBNA’s youth provision for young people within the KCBNA youth centre, King’s Cross and surrounding areas. You will oversee the delivery of funded programmes, develop new initiatives, and ensure high-quality workshops, training, and mentoring. This role also involves managing teams, budgets, safeguarding responsibilities, and building partnerships to support the charity’s mission of empowering young people and creating stronger communities.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Management:
· Lead the design and delivery of KCBNA’s diverse range of youth provision.
· Ensure all evaluation reports required by the funder is completed in a timely manner liaising with the dedicated Grants officers.
· Develop and deliver engaging workshops, training sessions, and mentoring opportunities for young people.
· Ensure a seamless transition for young people.
· Take the lead on specific projects to grow and evolve youth work in line with the organisation’s strategy.
Team Leadership:
· Line manages the Youth workers.
· Recruit, train, and manage young volunteers.
· Oversee induction, training, development, and performance management of team members.
Safeguarding and Risk Management:
· Manage day-to-day safeguarding responsibilities and report to the lead safeguarding manager.
· Conduct health and safety risk assessments to ensure safe programme delivery.
· Enhanced DBS check is required
Budget and Resource Management:
· Oversee six-figure budgets, develop management accounts and collaborate with the Finance officer.
· Ensure the effective management, maintenance and up keep of the youth centre in liaison with the KCBNA admin support officer.
Partnership Development and Fundraising:
· Write funding bids and develop partnerships with corporates and stakeholders in Camden working collaboratively with the Chief Executive and Fundraising support member.
· Design and create engaging resources.
· Lead focus groups and identify opportunities for new programmes.
· Work with the youth team and KCBNA team to create content for social media and the website.
Monitoring and Evaluation:
· Use impact feedback and evaluation data to drive programme improvement.
· Produce clear, insightful reports for internal use, stakeholders, funders, and the Trustee Board.
General Duties:
· Maintain high standards across all programmes, ensuring alignment with London Youth quality assurance.
· Be prepared to deliver services across weekends, evenings, and during Holiday periods.
· Review and improve youth programmes using feedback surveys from young people and service users.
· Carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the line manager to support the smooth running of the charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About MediCinema
MediCinema is a UK-registered charity dedicated to providing cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients, their families, and carers. For 25 years, we have brought the power of cinema to hospitals, and in recognition of our impact, MediCinema was honoured with BAFTA’s Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award at the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards.
We build and run fully accessible cinemas within hospitals, screening the latest films at no cost to patients or the NHS. Our services help reduce isolation, stress, and anxiety, enhancing emotional and mental wellbeing while fostering resilience. We support patients of all ages, including dedicated paediatric screenings at several sites.
We have an ambitious goal to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK, and rely on long-term partnerships with NHS Trusts, Hospital Charities and the corporate sector to sustain and expand our services.
The Role
Reporting to the CEO, this new senior leadership role is central to ensuring MediCinema’s financial sustainability, operational excellence, and people-centred culture. The Director will lead the charity’s finance, HR, and business operational functions, ensuring robust systems, compliance, and strategic alignment with our mission.
This is a hands-on role for a values-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-led environment and is passionate about improving patient experiences through innovative service delivery.
This role will be managing external HR and IT consultants and supported by a part time (1 day per week) assistant.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy
· Participate in strategic and business planning processes, supporting the CEO and trustees to develop the strategic plan
· Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) contributing to the strategic direction and day to day management of the organisation.
Finance
· Lead the finance function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, and statutory reporting.
· Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
· Manage cashflow, reserves, and risk, supporting strategic financial planning.
· Lead on financial reporting to the Board and relevant committees.
· Oversee payroll, pensions, and financial administration.
· Managing the annual audit process and liaising with auditors
· Liaising with tax specialists on VAT, corporation tax and other matters as required.
· Liaising with the Treasurer on all key financial matters on a quarterly basis
Business Operations
· Ensure efficient delivery of office services and a safe, well-maintained working environment.
· Lead on the IT systems and digital strategy ensuring platforms are secure and support business needs
· Work with the external IT consultant to maintain and evolve the infrastructure, systems and processes in place to align with business needs and industry regulation
· Keep abreast of changes and updates to Data Protection legislation and ensure that staff receive regular training on Data Protection and Cyber security
· Manage contracts, suppliers, and internal processes to ensure value and efficiency.
· Support the commissioning of new MediCinema sites, including project planning and stakeholder engagement.
· Lead on the annual insurance renewal process
HR and People Development
· Lead on strategic workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and talent retention.
· Embed inclusive HR policies and practices aligned with MediCinema’s values.
· Provide support and evolve processes to strengthen employee relations, performance management, and wellbeing.
· Support line managers in developing high-performing, motivated teams.
· Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practice.
· Work with the external HR consultant on HR admin,including due diligence, onboarding and recruitment.
Governance and Compliance
· Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures across finance, HR, and operations.
· Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and safeguarding requirements.
· Support the CEO and Board with governance processes, reporting, and policy development.
The Person
Experience and Background
We are seeking a strategic leader with experience across finance, operations, and HR — ideally within the UK charity or public health sector. You may have worked in healthcare, education, or social impact organisations, and bring a strong understanding of compliance, governance, and people leadership. Candidates with a relevant background in SMEs may be considered, but will need to demonstrate a commitment to quickly developing the specialist knowledge required by charity regulations and an aptitude for operating within the third sector.
You will be comfortable working in a hands-on, collaborative environment, with a deep respect for MediCinema’s mission and values.
Skills and Qualifications
· Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT)
· Strong understanding of HR, IT, risk management, and governance in small teams
· Proven experience managing budgets, audits, and accounts (Quickbooks experience ideal)
· Excellent project management and strategic planning skills
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and mentor others
· A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us about your suitability for this role, why it appeals to you and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4). Please note applications will be anonymised.
Closing date for applications: Midday, Friday 30th January 2026 with a view to holding first round interviews in mid February.
We are an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer.
We provide cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We’re creating an exciting new fundraising role at QCCA for an experienced, motivated fundraiser who wants to make a visible, immediate impact in the community.
This is a flexible, newly created position that could suit either a Generalist Fundraiser or a Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, depending on your strengths and interests.
As a Generalist Fundraiser, you’ll help strengthen and diversify our income across trusts and foundations, individual giving, community fundraising, events, and supporter stewardship. Experience in small to medium-sized charities is particularly valuable, as you’ll play a hands-on role in shaping and growing our fundraising approach.
Alternatively, as a Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser, you’ll have the opportunity to build and grow a corporate programme from strong early foundations. This includes developing long-term partnerships, converting corporate interest into meaningful support, and working with businesses keen to deliver social value through volunteering and collaboration.
We’re especially keen to hear from people who enjoy building relationships, spotting new opportunities, and growing income in a thoughtful, values-led way.
We warmly welcome applications from people returning from a career break, those seeking part-time work, fundraisers moving from larger organisations who want to see direct community impact, or anyone ambitious and excited by developing new fundraising areas.
This is a chance to shape a role, grow something meaningful, and see the difference your work makes every
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Shieldfield Art Works (SAW) is a project of the Methodist Church in Newcastle upon Tyne which is seeking the wellbeing of the city through creative practice. We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic individual to build up Shieldfield Art Work’s fundraising programme and contribute to our strategy. This is a vital part of our work as we seek to become more sustainable and resilient in an ever challenging climate.
Our ideal candidate will have good experience in developing and implementing a robust fundraising strategy in order to take the strategic fundraising work of our community arts hub into a new chapter. You will also be able to articulate your active Christian faith, be able to explain SAW's Christian ministry and show ability to be able to write for both Christian and secular funders with different priorties.
You will need to be self-motivated and confident in your expertise. The role is suitable for candidates who are experienced in larger and multi-year applications to trusts and foundations (ideally in the cultural sector), developing individual giving campaigns and CSR channels, cultivating donor relationships and a good storyteller, to tell the story of and champion SAW. You must be motivated particularly by the social impact and outreach work that we deliver.
Closing Date: Tuesday 10th February, 10am
Location: At SAW/remote working
Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term
Period of work: March 2026 - February 2027
Rate of pay: £41,600 - £52,000 pro rata at 40 hours per week (£20-£25 per hour) based on experience
Number of days: 52 days, 8 hours per day
For full information on this role, including key responsibilities and person specification, please view the job pack.
About SAW
Shieldfield Art Works (SAW) is a project of the Methodist Church in Newcastle upon Tyne which is seeking the good of the city through creative practice. We are a team of artists who support others to be creative, and use our creativity to support others. We believe that the arts help us to articulate what it is to be human and that arts participation enables joy and flourishing in unique and unexpected ways. We are blessed with a gallery, workshop room and garden on our site in Shieldfield and so try to organise ways for these assets to be a blessing to our local community.
As a Christian organisation we believe each and every person has inherent worth, bearing the image of our creator. This motivates us to listen to and seek out those whose stories may not be being heard, so that we may better understand and love those around us.
We are particularly committed to our area of Newcastle, Shieldfield, just east of the city centre. We devise and commission art projects that tell Shieldfield’s story, and consider how stories from our local area relate to life outside of Shieldfield. In attempting to reflect a God who is interested in all areas of life, we are interested in the micro to the macro – art that speaks truths about the human condition, to art which speaks to the condition of our planet, and everything in between.
Our site in Shieldfield comprises a gallery, workshop room and community garden, from which we run:
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Four sessions of Painting for Fun each week
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Twice monthly Craft Action Collective sessions
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Gardening sessions (Shieldfield Grows) every week, with a pause in winter
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SAW Reflects events which provide time and space for deep thinking and conversation
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A programme of exhibitions in our gallery that changes throughout the year
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Our community garden is open to visitors all year round.
Shieldfield Art Works is a project of the Methodist Church in Newcastle upon Tyne, which is seeking the good of the city through creative practice



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Head of Fundraising (internally known as Head of Income Generation)
Build Up is a youth-led charity that designs and builds public spaces, supporting young people aged 10-25 years old to shape their local area. We’re looking for a Head of Income Generation to drive our fundraising strategy and secure significant investment for our youth-led projects.
The Role
This is an exciting new position in our team, created to help build our case for investment, tell our story and harness the support of new audiences. You’ll shape priorities, diversify income, and build lasting funder relationships – while writing compelling bids that win investment. With consultancy support on communications and evaluation, you’ll have the tools to make a powerful case for our work.
Who You Are
You’ll have a proven track record in leading fundraising strategy, securing charitable investment and writing successful grants. Alongside trusts and foundations, you’ll bring experience across other income streams (like corporates or major donors). You’ll balance strategy with delivery, thrive under pressure, and be excited by funding young people’s ideas. Because our model is unique, we need someone who can turn our distinctive approach into clear, inspiring narratives that unlock new opportunities.
About Build Up
Build Up works to build the power of young people to shape where they live, and to change who can make decisions about London. We support young people to design and build public spaces, equipping young people with the tools and agency to have ownership over their neighbourhoods.
Our approach is unique – and it works. Young people gain skills, leadership and power over decisions that affect them, while local communities benefit from genuinely inclusive spaces designed by and for local residents.
Why Join Us
At Build Up, your work has a visible, lasting and personal impact. You’ll lead strategy, enjoy flexibility and support, and join a small, passionate team where your ideas genuinely shape the organisation’s future.
Key Details
This role is available on a 3 OR 4 day a week contract, subject to candidate preference.
Salary: £48,700 - 54,000 (pro rata, depending on experience) + 8% employer pension contribution
Full / part-time: 3 days (22.5 hrs) or 4 days (30 hrs) per week
Work pattern: Flexible
Holiday: 32 days plus public holidays (pro rata)
Location: Hybrid – at least 1 day per week in our office
Contract: 2 years (with potential to extend)
Start date: March / April 2026 (flexible)
To Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit our website.
Applications close Sunday 18th January 2026.
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Build Up runs practical construction projects across London, supporting young people aged 10-23 years old to shape their local area.



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A rare and exciting opportunity to support the fundraising and strategic development of a wide range of Charities in the UK, as part of a friendly and supportive consulting team.
Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, our services range from grant and contract bid writing and review, to developing fundraising strategies, developing M&E frameworks and undertaking project and programme evaluations. We also offer a range of strategic support, mentoring and training. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.
We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who can offer a strong track record of driving organisational growth in the voluntary sector. Multi-year experience in two or more of the following core service areas is essential:
- Achieving major grant funding from trusts, foundations, lottery distributors, public sector agencies or similar.
- Planning and developing successful contract tender submissions.
- Planning and developing successful fundraising strategies and action plans.
- Major Donor, Legacy or Corporate fundraising strategy and delivery
The role is varied and interesting - managing a portfolio of clients and supporting them directly or strategically with their fundraising, impact evaluation and organisational development. Our consultants are all employees and we work closely together as a supportive team, sharing and developing skills and knowledge. We anticipate the appointee may not hold experience across all core areas of our services. We will enable the appointee to focus on projects that play to their strengths and experience and provide further support and training as necessary.
Based from home (must be UK resident), with ad hoc client and team meetings/socials (all travel paid), mostly within England. All IT equipment provided. Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE - 28 hrs).
Benefits include: 24 days paid annual leave (pro rata), 5% employers pension contribution, potential cash / annual leave bonus, CPD budget and paid CPD time + lots of opportunity to learn from our experienced consultant team.
Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.
Here's what some of our team say about working for Charity Fundraising Ltd:
"I don’t think I have ever worked with such a nice bunch of people, everyone has been very welcoming, supportive and just all round lovely"
"I really enjoy working for CF because I get to work independently with a diverse range of interesting clients, and am also part of a great, supportive team - best of all worlds!"
“Supportive and fun team; and great to learn new ideas from others fundraising skills, knowledge and expertise”
"I love being part of such a passionate, professional team and who prides itself on building close working relationships with each other and with our clients."
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Summary
This is an exciting and varied opportunity to join The Fore and play a vital role across both our partnerships and programme teams. You’ll help coordinate key events across different stakeholders, including our corporate partners, the charities we fund, skilled volunteers who offer professional expertise to our charities, and our consultants who support organisations through the application process. Alongside this, you will help bring our work to life by drafting content and supporting the team in planning and publishing posts for our social media and beyond. You’ll also work closely with the Programmes Team to support our grant making processes, helping us to keep things running smoothly throughout our grant funding rounds.
The role is perfect for a friendly, proactive and enthusiastic individual looking to learn more about social impact and charitable giving. You’ll bring excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and great organisation to help keep activities and projects on track. With opportunities to support events, social media and comms, and partnership and programme activity, no two days will be the same.
Key responsibilities
Event & Comms Coordination
- Support the end-to-end coordination of online and in-person events, e.g. setting up online meetings, booking in-person venues, sending invites, collecting feedback. These events include:
- Skills-based volunteering events that connect the charities we fund with professionals who offer their expertise to help organisations grow.
- Our Funders Collective events that bring funders together to exchange ideas and explore how funding can drive deeper impact.
- Showcases aimed to connect the charities we have backed with funders, think tanks and other stakeholders.
- Provide on-hand support to ensure events run smoothly.
- Manage the communications calendar and make sure social media posts are drafted and reviewed on time.
Programmes
- Assist with the smooth delivery of our funding rounds, e.g. updating our CRM (Salesforce), sharing updates with our team of consultants, reviewing feedback provided to grant applicants, coordinating with our Finance Team on grant payments.
- Help the Programme Team with the management of our peer learning and workshops programme, giving charities the skills they need to thrive.
- Support the Programme Team with ad-hoc data collection for impact analysis and reporting.
Organisation-wide support
- Maintain accurate records and ensure our database and task management tools are kept up to date to help the team stay organised.
- Provide flexible administrative support to The Fore team across all areas of work and other projects as required.
- Provide additional administrative or operational support when required, including limited cover for the info and pro bono mailboxes during periods of leave.
Candidate profile
- Enthusiastic, hardworking and friendly with a proactive, ‘can do’ attitude.
- Highly organised, with an ability to prioritise a varied and busy workload to meet deadlines.
- Someone who takes initiative and can work independently with a small, agile team.
- Diligent with excellent attention to detail.
- A great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Passionate about social change and building a career in the social impact sector.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
No previous knowledge or experience of the charity sector is required but we’re particularly
keen to talk to people who...
- Have experience in event planning and coordination and really enjoyed it, or are keen to build skills in this area and feel you would be good at it.
- Understand why what our funded charities are doing is so important – this might be because you benefited from an amazing charity sports programme when you were at school, or because you care about climate change and want to see more green community projects flourish.
What we offer
- The ability to work from home (if you like) on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- 25 days leave, rising by 1 day for each year of service up to a total of 30 days, plus bank holidays and an additional 4 days during our Christmas closure.
- Additional benefits include: 3 volunteering days per year and cycle to work scheme.
Creating a society that solves its own problems.
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We are thrilled to be working in partnership with Spurgeons, who believe in creating brighter futures for children, young people, and families. As one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, Spurgeons helps vulnerable children and their families by delivering projects that support them and their communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face.
We are seeking a Senior Philanthropy Manager to secure transformational income through high-value giving strategies across major donors, legacies, trusts, foundations, and corporate partnerships. By building meaningful relationships and inspiring generosity, you'll create long-term partnerships that deliver life-changing support for children, young people, and families.
As a member of the fundraising management team contributing to shaping and delivering the overall Fundraising & Engagement strategy, you'll provide supportive line management to two direct reports. You'll develop and implement high-value donor giving strategies to drive sustainable year-on-year income growth, while building and nurturing meaningful relationships with high-value donors and managing your own portfolio with robust cultivation and stewardship plans.
Working with the Director of Fundraising & Engagement, you'll collaborate with senior leaders and trustees to identify new income opportunities. You'll implement and drive the Legacy and In-Memory strategy, oversee stewardship programmes for legacy pledgers, lead strategic pipeline development for Trusts and Foundations, and develop and deliver a Corporate Fundraising strategy. Conducting in-depth research and wealth screening, you'll identify and evaluate prospects while monitoring KPIs, budgets, and ROI against strategic plans.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience of line management and team leadership
- Proven experience of donor management, demonstrating the ability to build and steward high-value, income-generating relationships
- Demonstrable experience of achieving or exceeding income targets, delivering year-on-year net income growth
- Track record of developing, managing and growing high-value pipelines across major donors, trusts and foundations, legacies and corporate partners
- Proven success in major gift fundraising, including securing five or six figure gifts through face-to-face asks
By month 3, you'll have reviewed current high-value fundraising strategies and met key internal stakeholders including the Director of Fundraising, SLT, and Trustees. By month 6, you'll have launched refined Major Donor and Legacy strategies, developed a robust prospect pipeline, and initiated at least one new corporate partnership. By month 12, you'll have delivered a measurable increase in high-value income across all streams, embedded legacy messaging across all fundraising channels, and secured multi-year commitments from at least two major donors or trusts.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that isn't just goal-driven, but fuelled by creativity, passion, and a love for bold ideas to drive positive change! You'll be part of a team that celebrates successes and believes in fostering a positive and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to do their best work.
For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
Charisma is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the vacancy.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Location: Home based
Closing date: Sunday 8th February 2026
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by Tuesday 10th February 2026
1st round interviews with Spurgeons: w/c 16th February 2026
Final round interviews with Spurgeons: w/c 23rd February 2026
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with Tommy’s on a fantastic Deputy Marketing Director role. This pivotal position offers an opportunity for a strategic leader to shape and drive next level growth for baby and pregnancy charity Tommy’s, making a meaningful difference through striking brand activity, innovative campaigns, engaging content and storytelling and impactful digital marketing.
The Deputy Marketing Director will raise awareness and consideration of the Tommy’s brand, bring more people to the charity for support and market the charity to target audiences, businesses and potential donors and fundraisers.
This is a particularly exciting moment to join Tommy’s as an organisation. We have recently unveiled a new creative brand platform and in the delivery phase of a 5-year growth strategy. With maternity care firmly in the public spotlight, there is also significant opportunity to shape the conversation, build momentum and extend our reach. We are seeking someone creative and proactive to lead this next chapter, helping to translate increased visibility into meaningful change to help bring more babies home.
About the Charity
Their vision: To stop the heartbreak and devastation of baby loss and make pregnancy and birth safe – for everyone.
Their mission: Tommy’s leads research and transforms care. They provide expert information and support throughout the pregnancy journey. Working with communities and partners, Tommy’s challenges inequities and campaigns for change to make pregnancy and birth safer for all. Together, we save babies’ lives.
Marketing & Engagement directorate vision: To make Tommy’s unmissable as a household name and a fundraising cause. The directorate encompasses, Marketing, Communications and Campaigns, Public Fundraising and Digital and Innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the marketing team to deliver integrated brand and marketing campaigns that raise awareness of Tommy’s mission and impact through research and provision of support among the target audiences
- Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and goal
- Oversee the creation and execution of multi-channel campaigns, ensuring clear messaging and impactful delivery
- Cultivate relationships with external partners and stakeholders to enhance brand visibility and support fundraising efforts
- Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring maximum return on investment
- Use data and insight to understand audience, channels and brand and to guide the strategy, planning and execution
- Set and track marketing OKRs, KPIs and budgets, evaluating progress, performance and delivery
- Lead on content, audience and stories strategies
- Drive the digital marketing strategy, growing social media presence, optimising SEO, digital campaigns, SEM and website content
- Support our income and growth through promoting public fundraising activities and supporting corporate partnerships
Person Specification
- Demonstrated experience in strategic marketing leadership and brand development and engagement within the non-profit or charity sector
- Proven ability to develop impactful campaigns across digital, print, and media channels
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire diverse audiences
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Proficiency in marketing analytics and data-driven decision-making
- Commitment to the values of the organisation and a demonstrable interest in the pregnancy and baby sector
- Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and external partners
What’s on Offer
- Salary: £60,000-£64,000
- Permanent
- Location: London, hybrid – 2 days in the office per week
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Senior Programme Finance Specialist (Part-time, 6-month FTC)
CARE International UK
Salary: £22,851 per annum (£45,703 FTE)
Contract Type: 6-month fixed term contract with possibility to extend
up to 12 months, depending on funding.
Closing date: 18 January 2026 at 11pm
Interview date: TBC
About CARE
CARE International is a global humanitarian organisation leading the fight to end poverty in the world’s most challenging situations. Women and girls are at the centre of our work, because we cannot overcome poverty and inequality until all people have equal rights and opportunities. We know that when a crisis erupts, women are often the first to pick up the pieces, so we work alongside women, so they have the power to make change where it’s needed most. Founded in 1945, CARE currently works in over 100 countries and last year alone reached 53.4 million people through nearly 1,500 projects.
Why work for CARE International UK?
This is an excellent opportunity to join CARE International UK’s Programme Management Team in a senior programme finance role at a time when the organisation is continuing to evolve how it funds and delivers programmes. The role sits at the heart of CARE’s engagement with a wide range of institutional, corporate, and philanthropic donors and plays a critical role in ensuring programmes are well designed, financially robust, and compliant from proposal stage through delivery.
As Senior Programme Finance Specialist, you will work across diverse funding mechanisms, including traditional grants and commercial contracts, and collaborate closely with programme managers, country offices, and finance colleagues across the CARE confederation. The role offers meaningful exposure to complex programmes and innovative funding arrangements, as well as the opportunity to shape how CARE strengthens financial quality, risk management, and donor confidence across its portfolio.
About you
You are an experienced programme finance professional with strong budgeting and financial analysis skills and a track record of supporting proposals and managing grants for institutional and corporate donors. You are comfortable working on complex proposal budgets, including for commercial contracts and non-traditional funding mechanisms, and have a solid understanding of donor compliance requirements and cost recovery principles.
You bring excellent attention to detail, strong Excel skills, and the ability to explain financial and contractual issues clearly to non-finance colleagues. You are confident working independently across a mixed portfolio, supporting programmes across the full project lifecycle from proposal development and contracting through to delivery, reporting, and close-out. You share CARE’s commitment to tackling structural inequality and are comfortable working in line with feminist leadership, localisation, and safeguarding principles.
About the role
The Senior Programme Finance Specialist provides senior financial, contractual, and compliance leadership across a mixed portfolio of programmes funded by institutional, corporate, and philanthropic donors. The role has a strong focus on programme funding and proposal development, working closely with Programme Funding colleagues, Programme Managers, and Country Offices to develop compliant, well-structured budgets and financial narratives.
Key objectives include ensuring robust financial design at proposal stage, effective financial oversight during delivery, and strong compliance and audit readiness across the portfolio. The role also contributes to financial risk management, supports contract negotiations and amendments, and provides technical advice and capacity strengthening to colleagues and partners. Strong budgeting capability, experience with institutional and corporate proposals, and the ability to work confidently with commercial contracts are central to success in this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Following recent changes to Skilled Worker Visa eligibility, a number of roles have been removed from the immigration salary list.
Applicants residing outside of the UK may apply for this role if it is has an eligible occupation code, identifies as a ‘higher skilled’ job and meets the salary threshold. Before submitting your application, please review the latest Skilled Worker Visa guidance here.
Safeguarding
CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct (link here). They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.
Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:
· Satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here). In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
· Appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check, link here).
By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Equality and Diversity
We are committed to Equality and value Diversity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to, our HR team.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from people of underrepresented backgrounds, including those from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.
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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!
We are delighted to be working in partnership with World Vision UK. As a global Christian humanitarian charity, World Vision is dedicated to tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice, empowering children, families, and communities to thrive. Through advocacy, emergency relief, and long-term development, they bring hope and transformation where it’s needed most. At the heart of their mission is a deep commitment to demonstrating God’s unconditional love.
We are seeking a meticulous and strategic Prospect Researcher to play a vital role in supporting fundraising growth by identifying, validating and researching potential major donors, mid-level supporters, churches, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners. As part of the Fundraising and Marketing Directorate, you'll help unlock resources that transform lives and bring lasting change to vulnerable communities worldwide, contributing to World Vision's ambitious goal to impact 5.5 million lives and raise £100m in sustainable income by 2029.
In this important role, you'll proactively identify and qualify new major gift prospects using a range of internal and external sources, conducting detailed research to assess giving potential, affinity, and influence. Working closely with relationship managers across Major, Mid-Level, Trusts & Foundations, and Church teams, you'll ensure they have the insights and tools to prioritise prospects, build effective donor journeys, and steward relationships for maximum impact. You'll support systematic prospect management, provide concise, high-quality profiles and briefing notes to equip fundraisers ahead of meetings and events, and produce regular reports on the prospect pipeline and fundraising KPIs. You'll also contribute to horizon scanning, identifying new opportunities in the external landscape that align with World Vision's mission and fundraising strategy.
This is an excellent opportunity to use your research and analytical skills to directly support life-changing work with vulnerable children around the world.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in the field of prospect research of major donor prospects
- Strong understanding of GDPR and ethical considerations in data gathering and donor profiling
- Expertise using CRM platforms for prospect tracking and portfolio management
- Ability to interpret and validate data from multiple sources
Come and be part of a mission-focused organisation where your research expertise will directly contribute to bringing opportunity, dignity and lasting transformation to vulnerable children and communities across nearly 100 countries. By equipping fundraisers with high-quality research, you'll help unlock resources that transform lives and bring lasting change to those who need it most.
This role is subject to a Enhanced DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.
For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
Charisma is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the vacancy.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Location: Hybrid / Milton Keynes (2 days per week onsite)
Closing date for applications: Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
ABOUT REEF-WORLD
The Reef-World Foundation is a registered UK charity that delivers practical solutions for marine conservation globally. They are a small but highly effective team of passionate individuals dedicated to achieving lasting conservation impacts where they are most needed. Starting in Thailand in 1999, we now operate globally, supporting governments, businesses, and communities to sustainably develop their coastal resources.
Today our team is committed to our mission to inspire and empower people to act in conserving and sustainably developing coastal resources, particularly coral reefs and related ecosystems. We are driven by our vision of a future where coral reefs are healthy and thriving.
In partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Reef-World works to stop the environmental impact of the global marine tourism industry through the internationally recognised Green Fins initiative. The work focuses on buying more time for coral reefs to thrive by mobilising collective and urgent action through the marine tourism industry.
Our work involves supporting, inspiring and empowering governments, businesses, communities and individuals around the world to act in conserving and sustainably developing coral reefs and other coastal resources.
Main Purpose of the Role
The Fundraising and Communications Manager will play a pivotal role in driving Reef-World’s mission to protect and sustainably manage coral reefs and coastal ecosystems worldwide. This hands-on, senior position combines leadership of the charity’s fundraising and communications function with strategic oversight, ensuring that Reef-World maximises its global reach, secures sustainable income, and delivers compelling, mission-aligned messaging across all channels. This position reports directly to the Directors.
You will lead the development and delivery of income generation strategies while overseeing multi-channel communications, digital engagement, media relations, and brand stewardship. You will manage a small, dynamic team of staff, consultants, and volunteers, coordinating resources to support programme delivery and ensuring high-quality outputs that enhance both conservation impact and fundraising success.
You will join a remote, globally distributed, and diverse team, collaborating across multiple countries and cultures to advance Reef-World’s mission. You will be given autonomy to lead the fundraising activities of the organisation and will be encouraged to try new things and take ownership of the fundraising portfolio as a whole. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, proactive, versatile professional to shape the charity’s growth, profile, and influence in marine conservation on an international scale.
Our Fundraising Landscape
We have had steady year-on-year growth in income since we were founded, with a shortfall recorded last year. The shortfall in income for the last financial year is down to our main donor, the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) not being able to provide funds due to the global economic and political climate. This grant source is naturally very unpredictable in nature, however, we had previously successfully secured a year-on-year budget from UNEP since 2009. You can see our financial history on our Charity Commission listing. Our financial year runs from June to May. For June 2024 to May 2025, our fundraising target is £425,000. We have secured £240,000 of this, and around a further £60,000 is unconfirmed but likely. However, we have previously successfully secured a year-on-year budget from UNEP since 2009.
So far in the current financial year, 65% of our income is grant income, corporate sector and commercial partnerships make up 17%, individual giving is 7%, and 11% of income comes from programme’s products and services.
This role is replacing a Development Manager who joined in March 2024 and created this as a new role. Through her leadership and guidance we have strong foundations across all fundraising streams to build on. We would like the post holder to maintain our excellent track record for grant funding while further establishing and growing new sources of income, especially unrestricted income. We’re open to exploring most kinds of income generation but are particularly interested in exploring corporate fundraising and major donor opportunities and have good foundations upon which to build here.
Our Board of Trustees have a good understanding of the current fundraising landscape and the importance of investing in fundraising.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
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Lead the development and delivery of Reef-World’s Fundraising and Communications Strategy.
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Provide strategic direction to a small team of staff, consultants, and volunteers.
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Set and monitor targets across fundraising, communications, and digital engagement, reporting progress to senior leadership and the Board.
Fundraising & Income Generation
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Develop and deliver a diverse income strategy with a specific focus on corporate partnerships, major donors, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and philanthropy.
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Support trusts and foundations fundraising in collaboration with the Directors and Programmes team.
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Oversee and maintain steady growth of the individual giving income stream.
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Ensure fundraising compliance, data protection, and effective risk management.
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Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.
Communications
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Oversee planning and production of content across websites, social media, digital channels, media, and publications.
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Act as a senior point of contact for outreach partners (press, media, and content contributors), ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment.
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Maintain Reef-World’s brand and ensure consistent, mission-aligned messaging.
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Approve and guide design of key outputs, including annual Impact Report, newsletters, fundraising packs, and campaign assets.
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Lead high-level media relations and manage external agencies and consultants.
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Ensure digital platforms and campaigns effectively support fundraising and programme goals.
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Coordinate communications support for the Programmes team, ensuring timely delivery of materials that enhance programme impact and engagement.
People Management
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Provide supportive leadership to the Fundraising & Communications Officer and wider team.
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Manage one permanent Social Media consultant and two project based communications and design consultants.
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Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and workforce planning.
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Foster a positive, collaborative team culture aligned with Reef-World’s Culture of Care.
General
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Promote organisational values, effective communication, and healthy working practices across the remote team.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on Fundraising and Communications Manager to join our remote, globally distributed, and diverse team. The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with practical expertise in fundraising and multi-channel communications, able to work relatively independently to build strong relationships, inspire colleagues, and deliver high-impact outputs. You will help Reef-World grow its reach, secure sustainable income, and amplify our mission to protect coral reefs and coastal ecosystems worldwide. You’ll be open to new experiences and adventures and be adaptable and flexible.
The following outlines the essential and desirable skills and experience for this role.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
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Proven success in managing fundraising across multiple income streams to deliver income growth with specific experience developing major donor or corporate partnership programmes.
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Strong communications skills, with experience delivering multi-channel content (web, social, newsletters) and maintaining brand consistency.
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Ability to build and steward positive relationships with donors, partners, media, and stakeholders.
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Experience coordinating or line-managing staff, consultants, volunteers.
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Excellent strategic, organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track performance.
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Experience in monitoring and managing income and expenditure.
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Experience of developing and managing fundraising targets
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Understanding of fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical best practice.
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Experience using CRM systems for donor/supporter management.
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Understanding of the needs of a small charity and willingness to carry out both more basic administrative work and more high-level strategic tasks
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote, international team.
Desirable
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Success in securing multi-year grants, multi year corporate partnerships or developing new income streams.
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Experience working with media, PR, or digital analytics.
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Familiarity with marine conservation, environmental NGOs, or responsible tourism sectors.
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Experience managing external agencies or creative freelancers.
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Knowledge of design or content tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite).
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knowledge of Google Workspace tools.
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Experience of working in remote teams.
Reef-World believes that a team with diverse experiences and backgrounds generates richer discussions and more nuanced thinking that will magnify our conservation impact. We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from anyone, from anywhere, with the required skills and experience: whatever their background or location. We actively encourage applications from those whose identities reflect the diversity of the communities and networks we serve and whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in the conservation sector.
BENEFITS
Holiday entitlement
30 days a year.
Flexible working
The Directors are based just outside Bristol, UK and we have a field office in Dauin, Negros Oriental in the Philippines. As an international team working across time zones, our working policy is flexible and hybrid.
Pension
For all employees, we pay a minimum of 3% of your qualifying earnings per month (over £6,240). For UK employees, you’ll pay a minimum of 5% of your qualifying earnings per month.
Culture of Care
As an organisation, we are invested in the personal and professional long-term success of our Reef-World team. Reef-World’s vision for a Culture of Care embodies a collection of support mechanisms aimed at enhancing the well-being of our team and enabling each of us to properly care for ourselves, our teammates and our network. These include -
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Access to a team coach
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Access to personality type tool analysis for yourself and your team
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Reflection days - dedicated time to reflect on your successes and takeaways
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Personal Development days, with a small budget to ease you in (think training, new books, new classes, experiences)
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Dedicated, and respected, focus time throughout your working week
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Exemplary and effective internal communication mechanisms
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We are a parent and family friendly organisation, our Directors work flexibly around their children.
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Reef-World is a safe space for everyone. We especially want to make sure we are a safe space for LGBTQIA+ people, neurodivergent and disabled individuals, and racialised communities. We’re constantly learning to make sure everyone feels welcome here.
Staff
A small, friendly and ambitious team. Read more about our staff team and Trustee board.
“The Reef-World Foundation is a phenomenal place to work where everyone's contribution is valued and our team is able to punch well above our weight in terms of conservation impact. It has been an absolute pleasure to contribute to Reef-World's output for the last 3.5 years.” - James Greenhalgh, former member of staff and now Trustee
“Working at The Reef-World Foundation is an inspiring journey. Beyond professional growth, being part of a team actively engaging in marine conservation and witnessing efforts to protect our oceans make each day at Reef-World rewarding. It's a privilege to contribute to an organisation making a real difference in preserving our planet's marine ecosystems. The inclusive team and culture of care create a dream work environment!” - Joyce Yang, former member of staff
“I consider myself incredibly fortunate to be part of the Reef-World Foundation, my time here has been a catalyst for both my professional and personal growth. Collaborating with passionate individuals sharing the common goal of protecting our marine ecosystems, particularly the coral reefs, has been an extraordinary journey. Moreover, the organisation's culture of genuine care surpasses expectations, something for which I am very grateful. In all honesty, working with Reef-World has been the highlight of my career, and I've never been happier professionally.” - Erin Canto, current member of staff
“It's inspiring and motivating to work with everyone in the team who truly believes in our work — working together towards the organisation's mission to have a global conservation impact. Reef-World has given me the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in the field of marine conservation, and I am truly grateful for that. I am very honoured to be part of this inspiring team that walks the talk!” - Teresa Moh, former member of staff
Reef-World’s Core Values
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We empower our colleagues, our stakeholders, our partners and our supporters to have conservation impact.
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We collaborate. Our approach is not competitive - the more we collaborate, the stronger the conservation impact we will have.
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We are innovative. We are not afraid to break from the norm, and use innovative approaches and technology, for conservation impact.
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We stay optimistic in our decision making and in our approach to tackling global conservation issues.
Reef-World’s Commitment to EDI
Reef-World has incorporated an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) framework into its recruitment processes, resulting in more than 50% of leadership positions within the organisation being held by female professionals. Additionally, we take pride in operating as a fully remote team, engaging in asynchronous collaboration across various time zones.
HOW TO APPLY
Please fill out the short application form on our website including uploading your CV and Cover Letter. (Note files should be in PDF format, max. size 20MB)
TIP: In your cover letter, don't just repeat the information in your CV. We want to hear who you are, how your experience aligns with the job requirements, and how your values and culture might align with ours.
If you are selected for an interview we will reach out to you by email to set an interview date and time. We try wherever possible to get back to applicants that have not been accepted but due to the expected volume of applications we may not have the resources. If you do not hear from us by 1 February 2026, then unfortunately we have decided not to take your application further.
Applications close: 19 January 2026 (23.59 pm UTC)
Interviews (online): Between 2 and 12 February 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Free To Fly is a registered charity supporting expectant mothers to leave abusive relationships and protect their unborn babies. Following successful fundraising and network-building in Portsmouth, they have appointed Charisma to support the recruitment of a Charity Manager, to lead and launch their Portsmouth project.
As their first paid employee, the Charity Manager, reporting to the Board of Trustees, will lead the day to day operational, strategic and business functions of the charity. You will be agreeing budgets and managing finances (with support and input from our Board and accountants), recruiting and mentoring volunteer teams, ambassadors, and future paid team members, driving fundraising via corporate partnerships, individual giving, events, and other income streams. With a responsibility for ensuring the charity’s sustainability, growth, and impact you will be the face and voice, representing the charity at meetings, events and in the media.
The successful candidate will be:
- Experienced in charity operations, including finance, HR, marketing, and fundraising, with a strong understanding of policy compliance and development.
- Responsible for increasing funding, driving growth and impact.
- Trauma informed and skilled in safeguarding and survivor support, with experience working sensitively with victims/survivors of abuse and protecting vulnerable adults and children.
- Excellent communicator and networker, able to build strong partnerships and represent the charity with professionalism and empathy.
- Organised, analytical, and self-motivated, with proven leadership ability, high computer literacy (Microsoft 365), and a results-focused, KPI-driven approach.
- Values-led and committed to growth, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and alignment with the charity’s ethos and commitment to continuous development.
You will be based in Portsmouth, willing to travel and work occasional unsociable hours, with your own vehicle covered by business use insurance. This is a home-based role, and it is essential that you can work in a private working space with secure WIFI.
An Enhanced DBS check is also required (exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974).
For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV including full work history, and supporting statement.
Please note: If you are passionate about Free to Fly’s mission and believe you have the right skills to carry out this role although you do not meet all the essential criteria, but you feel that you satisfy the majority of these, please do apply. Please include a recognition of the areas where you are aware that you do not meet the criteria in your supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Please note that in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010, this role within the charity is subject to an occupational requirement to recruit only an individual who is biologically female, due to the specific nature of the duties involved.
Closing date: 17th January 2026
Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Lead with compassion. Inspire through purpose. Shape the future of Hospiscare.
Hospiscare has been at the heart of our community for over 40 years, providing outstanding specialist end-of-life care and support to people and their families across Exeter, Mid and East Devon. As we look to the future, we are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead our charity with vision, empathy and strategic strength.
The opportunity
This is a pivotal leadership role — guiding a much-loved local charity through a period of challenge but also opportunity. You’ll work closely with a dedicated Board of Trustees and an experienced Leadership Teams to shape and deliver our strategic goals, ensuring Hospiscare remains resilient, sustainable, and true to our founding values of care, compassion, and dignity.
You’ll be the public face and voice of Hospiscare — inspiring confidence among our staff, volunteers, supporters, healthcare partners, and the wider community. Your leadership will ensure we continue to deliver the highest standards of specialist palliative care while innovating to meet the changing needs of our patients and our community.
About you
You are an accomplished and compassionate leader, able to inspire and unite people around a shared purpose. With substantial senior leadership experience — ideally gained in the charity or health and social care sectors — you bring a track record of shaping strategy, managing complex budgets, and achieving sustainable results.
You’ll understand the challenges facing healthcare and charitable organisations and bring creative, collaborative solutions. You are confident working with a Board, comfortable in the public eye, and driven by a genuine commitment to making a difference to people’s lives at the most profound of times.
Key strengths you’ll bring
- Strategic vision and proven experience leading organisational change and growth
- Strong understanding of governance, finance, and regulatory environments
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills — connecting easily and authentically with people from all walks of life
- A leadership style that combines compassion, clarity, and courage
- A deep alignment with Hospiscare’s mission and values
Why join Hospiscare?
At Hospiscare, you’ll find a community of extraordinary people — staff and volunteers dedicated to providing the very best care and support when it matters most. This is more than a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a vital local charity and the lives of countless people in Devon.
We are working with Charity Recruitment Consultant, Jackie Dawkins of Shine Charity Recruitment,who is supporting our search. For further details about Hospiscare, please read the Recruitment Pack
Key Dates:
- Closing Date – 26th January 2026 at 5pm
- First Interview with Jackie Dawkins (via Zoom) – 2nd/3rd February 2026
- Shortlisted candidates informal meeting with Chair – 23rd February 2026
- Interview and Assessment Day at Hospiscare – 24th February 2026

