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Are you passionate about helping young people build brighter futures?

We’ve got a brilliant opportunity for you to join our team as a Trusts & Philanthropy Officer at Young Enterprise.

Who We Are

We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.

For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills—teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.

We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.

Why Join Us?

We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:

• A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
• A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
• Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
• Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
• Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
• A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast moving, youth focused, charity and to play a vital role in securing income to support our youth activities – working with Trusts and Foundations predominantly, but with the opportunity to also build relationships with statutory funders and, in future, major donors.

We are looking for a proactive, organised individual to join Young Enterprise as part of our impactful and collaborative National Fundraising team. YE’s supportive yet driven environment places personal development at its core, to ensure team members thrive. 

Working with the Senior Relationship Manager and the Philanthropy Team, you will contribute to an annual budget of £4.2m and raise income from Trusts and Foundations and small statutory income streams, utilising your income generating and communication skills. You will also undertake prospect research, as well as developing compelling project updates and reports to inspire supporters.

You’ll love this job if you are:

• Passionate about education, social mobility, and giving every young person a chance to shine
• Experienced in writing engaging applications and inspiring reports, with a meticulous eye for detail in this, as well as strong grant management and stewardship of supporters.
• Confident in your track record of generating income from Trust and Foundations, particularly securing income £10k upwards.
• Adept in building strong internal and external relationships, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You’ll demonstrate a solution-focused attitude to problem-solving, monitoring the progress of funded projects in line with funder expectations.
• A tenacious self-starter with a can-do attitude, to enthuse existing and prospective supporters and to manage a varied workload of research, fundraising and grant management.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and happy working remotely but never alone—you’ll be part of a close-knit team
• A strong team player with the ability to balance and prioritise competing demands in a busy team, you will have excellent organisational skills.
• You’ll be proactive and innovative in your approach to prospecting for new supporters, qualifying them, and building a pipeline. 

Key Responsibilities

• Income generation - to achieve or exceed agreed income targets, with a focus on securing donations from Trust and Foundations 
• Grant management - working with internal colleagues to track funded projects’ progress against targets and taking action to course correct when necessary. Produce timely, engaging, and accessible project reports to inspire and build donor relationships
• Prospecting - research and qualify a pipeline of Trusts and Foundations and small statutory opportunities to progress and secure financial support for YE.
• Administration - effective administration across YE systems and platforms
• Donor stewardship - some travel required to support YE activities with young people in schools, donor visits to projects

A few practical things

• This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from a YE office (London or Oxford) at least 8 times per month
• The role will involve travel to events, typically at schools, which take place during term time, however some evening working may also be required.

If this role appeals to you and you reflect what we are looking for, we’d love to hear from you! When you join us in building a successful and sustainable future for young people, you can expect all the recognition, support and rewards you need to grow and develop yourself.

Keeping Young People Safe

At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.

How to Apply

Please complete our applications form. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 12 December 2025.

Interviews will be held via Teams and shortlisted candidates will be invited to be interviewed either on 16 or 17 December 2025. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.

At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure.  Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.

Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!

Platform’s North Sea Workers’ Transition project is building towards a managed phase-out of oil and gas extraction in the UK North Sea. We’re organising for an energy industry that protects the rights and livelihoods of the current oil and gas workforce and directs wealth back to communities, especially those impacted by industrial change.

We have been working with offshore oil and gas workers and their unions for 5+ years. In 2023, we published a groundbreaking set of 10 demands for a just energy transition away from fossil fuels co-created with offshore workers: Our Power: offshore workers’ demands for a just energy transition. Since publishing the report we have launched public advocacy and media campaigns based on these demands - working alongside industrial trade unions, national and grassroots climate groups, and oil and gas workers. We coordinate a first-of-its-kind coalition of industrial unions and climate groups working together on national worker transition demands.

As living conditions continue to decline and the climate crisis deepens, we are looking for a motivated and creative campaigner, who is able to lead the next stage of the project, and who has a strong understanding of anti-oppression and energy justice.

About the role

The Worker Transition Campaigns Manager will work closely with our Worker Organiser and Public and Community Ownership Campaigner, supported by our Organising and Advocacy Lead, Research Lead and Communications Lead.

You will be responsible for strategising, project managing and delivering the project. Activities will look like:

• Coordinating an existing coalition of climate groups and trade unions, including holding relationships with a wide range of key stakeholders across movements;
• Developing and delivering political advocacy and public campaigns strategies to win Our Power demands - including public ownership of energy - at a UK and Scottish Government level;
• Supporting the work of Platform’s Worker Organiser(s) to build links with energy workers and involve them in media, political meetings and/or campaigning activities.

This post would sit within Platform’s internal collective management structure and would therefore be expected to support the collective management of the organisation in addition to finance and fundraising-related responsibilities. This includes line managing 1-2 staff members after the 6 month probation period and attending collective management meetings. 

Role Details

Hours: 4 days (32 hours) based on a 40 hour work week (5 x 8 hour days including a 1hr lunch break).

Contract: Permanent

Proposed start date: ASAP, depending on notice period.

Salary: £36,824.41 for 4 days (32 hours) per week (£46,030.51 FTE) is our baseline salary, adjustable according to our Socially Just Waging System. Terms and conditions apply.

Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, enhanced parental leave, enhanced sick pay allowance. We offer Wellbeing and Training and Development funds to all staff. All policies subject to review.

Location: The role will be formally based at Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, London, E2 6HG, but remote working is possible.

Most Platform staff are supported to work from home most of the time, but all permanent members of staff are expected to attend in-person meetings 3-4 times a year, usually at the London office, and other in-person meetings when required.

Responsible to: Management Group (MG), Trustees (in conjunction with the Treasurer) 

You can find more details about the person specification and job description on Platform's website. 

The Cardinal Hume Centre works to prevent and tackle youth and family homelessness.

Job title: Education, Training, Employment (ETE) & Move on Worker

Westminster, London

Salary: £33,132 plus benefits

Contract: Permanent, full time (average of 35 hours in a 40 hour week) 

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world? Do you want to leverage your skills to combat homelessness for children and young people? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking to recruit an Education, Training, Employment and Move On Specialist to provide high quality, effective support with our 5 residents in our move-on accommodation, Basil Hume House. This is an exciting role in our Supported Accommodation Team that will work collaboratively as part of a committed team to deliver an outstanding service and a range of personalised support that focuses on Education, Training and Employment and empowers residents to achieve their goals in moving on to independence and thrive in adult life. You will also develop, plan and facilitate a programme of activities to increase resident wellbeing and independence and develop and maintain local partnerships to provide a holistic range of support for residents.

Please refer to the job description for further information. 

In your cv and cover letter please outline how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would like to work for us. You must account for any gaps in your employment history. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to complete an application form before attending due to the safeguarding regulations within our supported accommodation.

This is a full-time role. You will work an average of 35 hours in a 40-hour week worked on a rolling rota (including weekends and Bank Holidays). Shifts are 8 hours (inclusive of a 1-hour unpaid lunch break) and include early, late and flexi/cover shifts.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The Centre requires staff and volunteers to complete a criminal records self-declaration and undertake a DBS check. This role requires an enhanced plus barred lists DBS check. If you are successful and have previously spent time working abroad, you will be required to obtain evidence of no criminal conviction from those counties. This is a safeguarding requirement.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. 

Benefits

· 26 days’ leave rising to 28 days’ leave after two years’ service (pro rata for part time staff)

· Additional discretionary wellbeing and celebratory days

· Access to Blue Light Card discounts

· Pension: stakeholder pension scheme and we will match employee contributions up to a maximum of 6%.

· Life assurance cover (after probation passed)

· Season ticket loan

· Training and development opportunities

About Us

We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. Right now, an estimated 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of and for which there is no known cure. Because of the stigma and misunderstanding surrounding these diseases, thousands of people are suffering in silence. But we’re here to support and champion their cause and our ambitious plans will help to make a real difference.

 The role

We are hiring for two Health Information Senior Officer posts and looking for individuals who are skilled at producing accessible, evidence-based information and passionate about working to improve the lives of everyone affected by Crohn's and Colitis.  As Health Information Senior Officers at Crohn's and Colitis UK, you'll join a skilled and dedicated team. You'll work collaboratively to produce a diverse information portfolio including printed publications, web content, digital tools and videos. You'll work closely with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to ensure our material is effectively promoted and distributed to those who need it most.  If this sounds exciting – apply now!

About you

If you have a passion for producing high-quality patient information that is accessible and engaging, we’d like to hear from you. As our ideal candidate, you’ll have experience researching content, interpreting complex evidence, writing accessible and engaging information, and liaising with external suppliers. You understand the barriers that prevent people from accessing health information and are committed to progressing equality, diversity and inclusion. You have excellent communication skills and can influence a range of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals. You're calm, consistent, and committed to the values of Crohn's & Colitis UK.

Please see our Recruitment Pack for details of our full Job Description and Person Specification.

Our Location

 We are based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, so we are easily accessible by road and rail. In this role, there is plenty of scope for working from home,  although there will be times when you will need to be at face-to-face meetings. There is a requirement for you to attend a minimum of 12 in person days a year, including two Directorate meetings and the charity’s mandatory ‘All Staff Together’ days which take place four times a year at our offices in Hatfield or a location in London.

Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holdiays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing programme
• Interest free loan for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking and secure bike locks
• Training and development financial support and/or study leave
• Performance review and development scheme

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Accountant to oversee the charity’s day-to-day financial management and reporting.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate accounts, preparing management reports, and supporting the annual audit and budget processes. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across all aspects of charity finance, from daily transactions to strategic financial planning.

About The Child Beale Trust

The Child Beale Trust operates Beale Wildlife Park, a 350-acre charitable wildlife park and estate near Pangbourne. The charity’s objectives are the advancement of recreation, conservation, education and biodiversity. The Park welcomes thousands of visitors each year and is home to a wide range of animals, gardens and visitor attractions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records using QBOL.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and capex/cashflow forecasts.
• Administer and submit VAT returns, liaising with our external VAT advisor where required.
• Oversee budget tracking and forecasting for all departments, working closely with budget holders.
• Prepare year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Support the CEO and trustees with financial reporting and board papers.
• Manage payroll and pension administration (payroll itself is outsourced).
• Oversee the purchase order and approval process (using ApprovalMax).
• Ensure compliance with all charity and statutory financial regulations.
• Support the development of financial systems and processes to ensure on-going overall efficiency.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience.
• Strong experience in management accounting and financial reporting.
• Good working knowledge of QBOL (or similar accounting software).
• Experience preparing year-end accounts and working with auditors.
• Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain financial information clearly.
• Ability and desire to contribute to positive work environment.

Desirable:

• Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Knowledge of charity VAT and restricted/unrestricted fund accounting.
• Experience in fund raising and Gift Aid management/optimisation.

Working Arrangements

• Option of a hybrid role with flexibility to work from home, but a minimum of 50% of hours must be worked on site at Beale Wildlife Park.
• Immediate start available, with a handover from the current Accountant to ensure a smooth transition.

Start Date: Immediate – full handover provided

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

Grade: 7

Salary: £25,310 per annum

Position type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Permanent (Flexible working considered)

Responsible to: Stewardship & Research Officer

Direct reports: N/A

Location: Remote (UK only) or based in our HQ in Truro (hybrid working, mix of office and home). Occasional travel within the UK will be required.

ROLE PURPOSE:

This role sits at the heart of our Philanthropy and Partnerships team and is essential to making ShelterBox's life-saving work possible. You'll help us build and nurture relationships with major donors, corporate partners, trusts, and foundations - ensuring every supporter feels connected, valued, and inspired by the impact they make.

No two days will be the same. You'll coordinate tailored communications, events, and stewardship activities that bring donors closer to our mission. You'll keep our systems and processes running smoothly and support everything from emergency appeals and prospect research to crafting compelling proposals and coordinating engagement opportunities. Every task you take on will help families receive emergency shelter when disaster strikes.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We're looking for someone enthusiastic, proactive, and passionate about making a difference. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working collaboratively, and take pride in delivering exceptional experiences for supporters.

This role is for you if you have strong organisation skills, and are comfortable prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines. We're looking for someone who is great at using their initiative and enjoys solving problems.

Our ideal candidate will have strong communication skills - both written and verbal - and will be comfortable with data and systems, including CRM management.

This is a perfect opportunity for someone looking to build their understanding of high-value fundraising, humanitarian work, and someone motivated by a desire to have a real and lasting impact.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Deliver exceptional stewardship: Support the creation and delivery of tailored communication and engagement plans that make high-value partners and supporters feel connected to ShelterBox and inspired to continue their support.
• Lead on donor communications: Coordinate, write, and design our monthly newsletter for major donors and partners, ensuring it is informative and engaging.
• Support emergency appeals: Assist in producing timely, compelling communications during emergency responses, connecting them directly to ShelterBox's impact.
• Prospect research: Work with the Stewardship and Research Officer to identify and research potential new partners and donors.
• Event coordination: Help plan and deliver engagement events for high-level audiences, ensuring memorable experiences for attendees.
• Corporate engagement: Assist the Corporate Partnerships Officer in delivering unique engagement products for corporate partners, such as our .
• Trust fundraising: Support the Trusts and Foundations Manager with writing proposals for smaller trusts, bringing ShelterBox's work to life for potential supporters.
• Data and CRM management: Keep our CRM database (Microsoft Dynamics) accurate and up to date, manage data cleaning, and ensure compliance with Data Protection regulations.
• Process improvement: Maintain and update team processes to ensure efficiency and best practice.
• Insight and reporting: Work with the Stewardship and Research Officer to gather and analyse data on fundraising performance and donor experience.
• Financial processes: Ensure finance and procurement tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Compliance and learning: Stay up to date with fundraising legislation and codes of practice and seek opportunities for peer learning and development.
• Professional communication: Handle correspondence and communicate confidently with supporters by phone, email, and in person.
• Team collaboration: Provide general administrative support and foster strong relationships across the Philanthropy and Partnerships team and wider organisation.
• Represent ShelterBox: Act as an ambassador for our values and mission at all times.
• Other duties: Undertake reasonable tasks as required to support the team's success.

Job Title: Individual Giving Officer

• Department: Fundraising

• Reports to: Head of Fundraising

• Responsible for: Individual Giving 

• Working Hours: 23.25 hours per week. 15-month contract

1. Purpose of the Role

• Working with the Head of Fundraising develop programmes for the recruitment and retention of individual supporters.

• Maximise income across channels including direct mail, email, social media. Working with other team members to deliver this.

• Grow income stream from individual giving products such as appeals, raffles, lotteries and other individual giving products, such as our Pet Pen Sponsorship.

• Develop budgets and business plans and contribute to fundraising strategy. 

• Manage and optimise supporter experience for retention, engagement, and cross-marketing. 

• Analyse appeal results for continual improvement.

2. Principle Tasks

• Oversee the annual individual giving fundraising calendar and campaigns from start to finish.

• Plan and manage direct marketing and digital appeals, including supplier coordination.

• Conduct market research and maintain awareness of trends to inform innovation.

• Prepare budgets and monitor performance.

• Develop donor recruitment campaigns.

• Develop supporter journeys.

• Develop warm programmes.

• Write fundraising copy, providing guidance on design to artworkers. Work with local studio artists and internal staff to produce final materials.

• Coordinate with PR, comms, and other departments on campaign messaging and execution.

• Analyse campaign performance and produce evaluation insights.

• Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection law, DMA, and fundraising codes of practice. 

3. Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Essential:

o Direct marketing and digital fundraising experience.

o CRM usage for data extract and reporting.

o Data management.

o Campaign brief writing.

o Fundraising copywriting ability.

o An understanding of effective fundraising design.

o Knowledge of effective appeals, charity gaming, donor stewardship, and individual giving products.

o Supporter acquisition, retention and development.

o GDPR.

4. Competencies

• Planning and decision-making skills.

• Creativity and forward-thinking.

• Task focus, prioritisation, and problem-solving.

• Collaboration with team.

• Project management.

• Excellent Microsoft package skills.

• Strong written/verbal communication and analytical skills.

5. Additional Info

• Willingness to occasionally work evenings or weekends if needed as part of the wider Fundraising team activities. 

• Driving licence.

• Work in office 3 days per week. Some home working will be allowed as needed.

Job Role: Team Leader – Travelling Communities

Salary: £16,686 per year (full time equivalent £27,810)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Wiltshire

Additional information:

• Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes
• This role requires frequent travel across Wiltshire

About Julian House:

Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more.

If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects, and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!

About the Role:

As a Team Leader, you’ll play a key role in our Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Boater Outreach and Engagement service—making a real difference to communities across Wiltshire, both roadside and on the water.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you’ll be a visible presence, building strong connections with clients, staff, and partner organisations. You’ll lead by example, ensuring the smooth running of the service while empowering your team to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that helps individuals thrive. Through regular supervision and meaningful conversations, you’ll create a supportive environment where both staff and clients can reach their full potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Progress and track referrals: Track and progress referrals into the service, ensuring smooth transitions and positive outcomes.
• Assess needs and risks: Complete thorough needs and risk assessments, leading to tailored support plans that meet individual requirements.
• Supportive Line Management: Deliver regular supervisions and check-ins to ensure team members feel supported, motivated, and equipped to delver a high quality service.
• Deliver high-quality support: Provide a person-centred service that is strength-based and trauma-informed, promoting empowerment and resilience.

Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.

You can view the full job description by clicking here.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Understanding of safeguarding principles and the ability to identify and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work within set timeframes.

There are many great reasons to join our team!

• Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
• 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)
• 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops
• A generous and competitive pension scheme
• A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
• Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
• For all the fantastic and valuable work you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands
• Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators

Our Ethos

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.

DBS Checks

We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.

Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out!

Legal Counsel

Contract type:  Permanent, Part time – 28 hours per week

Location: London, UK
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.

Salary: £50,000 to £51,439 (Pro-rota) per year with excellent benefits

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

The role sits within the Legal and Compliance Team as part of the Finance and IT Directorate.  We are looking for a UK qualified lawyer who is who is looking to start working or build experience in the NGO sector and work in a broad, challenging and interesting role as part of a dynamic team.

About the role

As our Legal Counsel you will report to the Head of Legal and support them in providing legal and compliance support to all departments across WaterAid in the UK and work closely with them to provide support on commercial and partnership contracts as well as general legal advice to support WaterAid’s work to drive sustainable change.

In this role, you will:

• Be a point of contact for all legal queries across WaterAid. This includes responding to enquiries from colleagues and proactively identifying legal issues along with any broader organisational risks to ensure appropriate legal advice and provided;
• review and negotiate contracts between WaterAid UK and third parties, in particular commercial contracts, contract for services including consultancy contracts and partnership agreements;
• assist with the drafting, and updating of contract templates;
• contribute to the development of policies and training for colleagues to drive best practice in contract management and value for money
• responding to risk by ensuring contracts are negotiated effectively;
• promoting compliance with legal requirements, including keeping up-to -date with relevant regulatory changes;
• Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.

To be successful, you will need:

• To be a qualified solicitor (English/UK law) 2+ years PQE, with experience of commercial and contract law.
• Excellent drafting skills, with broad experience of drafting a variety of contracts and other legal documents;
• Experience in identifying legal risks and providing pragmatic and balanced solutions, manage expectations; maintain confidentiality at all times and display high ethical standards;
• Ability to build credibility and effective relationships across the organisation and ability to communicate effectively across different cultures and business needs
• Excellent written communication skills, able to convey information clearly and accurately;
• Proactive approach and demonstrable experience of prioritising, delivering and supporting a variety of projects to deadlines and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment;
• Good IT skills, effective user of online resources and IT and communication technologies, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint, Teams and Zoom;
• Highly organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision and prioritise own workload effectively whilst being able to work as part of a team.
• Good understanding of the context in which WaterAid works and a commitment to the aims and values of WaterAid.

Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:

• In–house experience an advantage, particularly in the charity sector;
• Awareness of relevant Charity and Company law and knowledge of best practice.
• Knowledge of the workings of the Charities Commission and the Fundraising Regulator.
• Experience of Providing high quality service to a diverse range of customers.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and supportively but assertively hold senior managers to account.

Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 1 December 2025. Interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV only and Cover Letter.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre‑employment screening

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits

• 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
• Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Season ticket loan
• Free annual eye tests
• ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
• Sabbaticals
• One paid volunteer day each year

As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.

These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change !

CPAG is seeking an AI Coordinator for a two-year fixed term to support our work in the responsible use of AI. In this role, you will lead on planning, delivering, and monitoring AI projects in collaboration with our partner organisations. This work involves the ongoing protection of CPAG's intellectual property and reputation as a sector leader. You’ll carry out regular evaluation of each project and regularly update stakeholders with performance metrics, user feedback, and impact assessments.

This new role also involves developing training materials and delivering sessions to upskill CPAG staff in AI technologies, with tailored materials for the needs of different teams. You will ‘own’ and maintain the relevant internal policy documents and processes for AI use and will oversee the use and optimisation of AI tools across the organisation. Alongside colleagues, you’ll manage risk and compliance (including legal and ethical standards) to ensure responsible AI adoption that is fully compatible with CPAG’s mission. You’ll monitor developments in AI, assessing new products for risk and opportunity, and share lessons learned across the charity.

We’re looking for someone with strong project coordination skills, experience of managing multiple stakeholders, and a keen interest in and experience of AI and emerging technologies.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape CPAG’s AI work, helping the organisation innovate and support the sector responsibly while building practical AI capability across teams.

We welcome applications from individuals with the skills and experience outlined and we can be flexible about working arrangements. We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.

For more information about this post and to apply, download the AI Coordinator job pack.

If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process please contact us.

Closing date for applications: Monday 1st December 2025 (midnight)

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 10 December 2025

Reference Number:  V561

Job Title: Volunteer Centre Officer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid – office, home, community based)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 31 July 2026

Hours: 14 hours p/w (potential to increase to 17.5 hrs, funding dependent)

Salary: £25,625 Full Time Equivalent (£10,250 for 14 hrs per week)

Job Family: Job Family 3

Line Manager: Project Manager: Newcastle

Start Date:  ASAP

Interview Dates: To be confirmed

Volunteering Matters  

Who we are
At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change.

 What we do
We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people.

 How we do this

We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities.

We remove barriers to volunteering and social action, making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part.·

We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change.

We help volunteers beyond their first experience, offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities.

We connect businesses with communities, creating meaningful employee volunteering projects.

We show the impact of volunteering and social action, proving how it changes lives for the better.

It’s a brilliant time to join us. We’re evolving, growing our impact, and shaping a future where everyone can take part and feel they belong. 

Role Purpose

We have been operating Volunteer Centre Newcastle (VCN) since 2005. The Volunteer Centre provides a wide range of support, around all things volunteering, to over 1200 charities, organisations, and groups locally. We also support 2500+ members of the public each year, who are interested in volunteering and need some support to get started.

As our Volunteer Centre Officer, you will play an important role in promoting and supporting volunteering across Newcastle. You will help more people get involved in volunteering and make sure that volunteering is valued and recognised across the city.

We are looking for someone who understands “good practice” around volunteering, can work flexibly, and who shows a strong commitment to our organisations values.

Working alongside the Volunteer Centre Manager, you will:

Support charities, organisations and groups in that involve volunteers

This includes giving advice on how to manage volunteers, helping them create and promote volunteer roles, supporting them to take on more volunteers, offering guidance on policies and processes, delivering training, taking part in volunteer network forums, and helping solve problems when needed.

Support people who want to volunteer, helping them take their next steps

You will talk with members of the public to understand their interests, goals, and any support needs. You will match them with suitable volunteering opportunities. You will offer information, advice, and guidance to help them get involved in volunteering across Newcastle through one-to-one appointments and in person events.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide effective support running a busy Volunteer Centre, working closely with various other stakeholders such as colleagues, volunteers, partners, Newcastle City Council and the public

• Supporting the Project Manager to manage a group of internal volunteers, ensuring they are valued and supported

• Supporting the city’s volunteering database which is hosted on VCN website, ensuring opportunities are kept up to date, and helping individuals to find and apply for a suitable role

• Provide a wide range of support to organisations or groups who involve volunteers  – providing advice on guidance on volunteering policies and practices, helping to identify and develop new volunteering roles, advertising roles, and more  

• Supporting the Project Manager to deliver organisational training, forums and networks

• Developing, designing, and publishing marketing and promotional materials related to Volunteer Centre Newcastle and distributing these in various locations across the city

• Provide effective support to ensure we have an appropriate, up to date and engaging website and social media channels. 

• Being a champion of volunteering, taking part in events, talks, or engaging with traditional media sources to promote volunteering, the benefits to individuals and organisations  

• Help to ensure the Volunteer Centre is delivered in line with Volunteering Matters organisational policies, including risk management, quality assurance and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion   

• Administrative tasks including the use of Office 365 and internal databases and files.

• Attending meetings and forums with other partners and Volunteer Centers locally, reporting back on our successes and challenges

• Ensuring monitoring, impact and evaluation information and data is collected and recorded, and that Volunteer Centre Newcastle meets its agreed targets, reporting format and schedule.  

Skills Required

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of “best practice” in all areas of Volunteer Management

• Excellent people skills, able to build professional, long-term relationships with various stakeholders, to influence and motivate others  

• Excellent organisational skills including strong attention to detail, the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including being able to have strategic conversations with external partners one minute, and talk to an anxious volunteer the next  

• Excellent IT skills including the use of Office 365, Microsoft Teams and other software packages   

• A creative approach to problem solving, and ability to work independently and use own initiative  

• Good skills around creating content for websites, social media, and promotional materials

Essential experience required

• Excellent experience in all areas of Volunteer Management

• Experience working with, or supporting, volunteers

• Excellent working with as part of a team in a busy environment, with a proven ability to communicate effectively

• Experience of achieving high targets, managing a busy workload, working independently, using own initiative, and working to strict deadlines   

Desirable skills / experience

· Full UK Driving License and access to own car

· Experience of delivering training, or networking forums

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with relevant knowledge, skills and experience, as well as commitment to our organisational values, rather than any specific qualifications.

Essential Requirements for all staff

· Must adhere to the organisation’s Code of Conduct and uphold its values at all times.

· Proficient in Microsoft 365, particularly Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel, with the ability to manage email communications and collaborate digitally.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and professionally in English.

· Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing time and priorities in a busy environment.

· For remote roles, candidates must be self-starters who can work with minimal supervision, stay organised, and remain motivated to meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes.

· Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving and information sharing.

· Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures, and promptly report any hazards, near misses, or incidents in line with organisational guidelines

Our Values & Way of Working

In all that we do we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.

We offer flexible working by default. Our staff have significant flexibility when it comes to place of work, working days/hours, and are empowered with the responsibility of managing their own diary.

Part of your working week must be based in local Newcastle communities, meeting charities, organisations, groups, volunteers, colleagues and other stakeholders. For the remainder of the time, you can work from home (must be local) or from our Newcastle office premises (NE1 5JE).  When home based, internet access to enable remote working is essential.  IT equipment will be supplied.

Diversity & Inclusion

Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.

Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments

We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter. 

Benefits

Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer:

· Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work) 

· Unlimited Annual Leave 

· Employee Pension scheme 

· Life Assurance 

· Cycle to Work Scheme 

· Season Ticket Loan 

· Employee Assistance Programme 

· Enhanced sick and family leave.

· Lifestyle Discount Scheme

We are also open to discussing job share applications.

GDPR Statement

If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months.  We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records.

Policy on AI-Generated Applications 

Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI. 

To Apply

Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job Apply button above. In your application clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills & experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters.

We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don’t miss the opportunity to join our community. 

Right to Work in the UK
Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

If you have any questions about current vacancies, the recruitment process, or need support, our team is here to help. 

Financial Education Delivery Coordinator

Job Title:                          Financial Education Delivery Coordinator

Responsible to:               Head of Financial Education

Areas of responsibility: Scotland central belt, with a specific focus on Glasgow

Contract:                         1 year fixed term

Salary:                             £34,000 FTE £20,400 pro rata

Hours:                             3 days/21 hours per week

Location:                        Home based, with some travel to schools – the ideal candidate will be based in the Glasgow area.

Leave:                             22 days + bank holidays, pro rata. Additionally, 3 discretionary daysare applied over the Christmas holiday closure

Just Finance Foundation (JFF) is working towards lifelong financial wellbeing for all. The Education team’s focus is encouraging the uptake of financial education in primary schools. We work to train the teachers to be able to deliver financial education and help them build it into their curriculum.

The Financial Education Delivery Coordinator position at Just Finance Foundation (JFF) is an exciting opportunity to participate in the delivery of new resources that will ensure children can access the education they need to manage money well in the future. We have ambitious targets to see our financial education resources in new schools and this role will be focussed on the central belt of Scotland (in particular, the Glasgow area). Your motivation and target driven ambition will help us expand LifeSavers, our free schools programme.

What we’re looking for

• A strong communicator who is committed to serving schools, teachers, and children well
• A strategic thinker who is energised by the challenge of reaching a big audience
• A project manager who can develop plans to achieve goals within set timelines
• A team player who thrives in a supportive environment
• A data enthusiast who understands the purpose of gathering impact data, the value of analysing it, and the importance of sharing it with funders, supporters, and stakeholders
• Someone based in the central belt of Scotland (ideally Glasgow area)

The Financial Education team is at the forefront of Financial Education in the UK. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced and innovative education professional to make a significant contribution to the future wellbeing of our children and communities.

What the role looks like

The Financial Education Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting and onboarding schools to embed our free financial education resources into primary school classrooms in the central belt of Scotland. You will have an excellent understanding of the challenges and pressures that exist within a primary school environment. You will be able to generate enthusiasm for financial education, as well as develop strong relationships with schools and other project collaborators. You will achieve this by proactively researching, networking, and making connections with schools. You will speak to stakeholders, including teachers and school leadership, to promote our programme. Once they have registered, you will then train the teachers and school staff on how to incorporate our resources flexibly into their classrooms. The Financial Education Delivery Coordinator will need to work flexibly with each school to best meet their needs, according to our policies and guidelines. Reporting the progress of the various programmes is a key part of the role and the ability to collate data, identify risks, and meet deadlines is vital.

Crucial to the role is a willingness to be part of a wider project team, an ability to adapt and respond to change, and a belief in the impact that we can make to young people.

How to apply

To apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 page, no later than 9am on Tuesday 25th November 2025. First interviews will be held virtually week commencing 1st December. Second interviews will be held in person, in Glasgow, on Monday 8th December.

Potential Applicants: If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we’d still love to hear from you. We don’t expect everyone to meet all the criteria listed.

JFF is an inclusive organisation and we welcome all applications. We want our workforce to be truly representative of the communities we serve. Diversity is an asset to our organisation and helps us create an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.

While the role will work solely for the Just Finance Foundation, please note that the Church Urban Fund, as the parent charity, will be the legal employer

Digital Editor – Policy, Practice and Advocacy

Contract type: 12 months Fixed term Maternity Cover – 35 hours per week

Location: London, UK
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40% of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.

Salary: £39,358 - £41,325 per year with excellent benefits

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

This post sits within the Digital Content and Experience team, which manages our online content and platforms, and delivers unique digital experiences designed to raise awareness, inspire brand love and stimulate action through a variety of channels. The Digital Content and Experience team is part of the Communications and Fundraising directorate and at the forefront of sector-leading, award-winning campaigns and products, thanks to a multi-disciplinary outlook and a test-and learn culture.

About the role

As our Digital Editor – Policy Practice and Advocacy, you will take day-to-day responsibility for content on WaterAid's WASH Matters and global websites and global social media channels, creating high-quality, user-centred material that compels people to act, while communicating organisational priorities. You will work closely with our Global Policy and Advocacy, and International Programmes departments to ensure the effective planning, production and continuous optimisation of digital content that is both inspiring and engaging.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Digital Content Manager - Policy, Practice and Advocacy (PPA) to deliver the digital content strategy for PPA content.
• Collaborate with other teams on developing audience-led digital content for global advocacy campaigns and moments.
• Proactively identify the need for new content that engages online audiences, writing or commissioning new content as required.
• Monitor and feed back on the performance of digital content through Google Analytics and social reporting tools.
• Work closely with the Content Marketing Manager (Email) to develop and publish the WASH Matters newsletter.
• Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.

To be successful, you will need:

• A track record in, and passion for, digital communications and copywriting.
• Proven experience of writing and sub-editing copy for web, mobile, social media and email.
• Proven experience of developing and delivering engaging social media assets, including graphics and video.
• Extensive editorial skills, including developing and delivering digital content plans, making sound judgements (regarding copy, imagery and social interaction) and publishing without supervision.
• Excellent stakeholder and project management skills, diplomacy, written and verbal communication skills.

Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:

• A strong understanding of the digital landscape and ability to respond creatively to emerging trends.
• An understanding of web design and UX principles.
• Experience in digital campaigning and developing digital content to support public mobilisation campaigns

Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 26 November. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 8 December.

How to apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre‑employment screening

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits

• 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
• Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Season ticket loan
• Free annual eye tests
• ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
• Sabbaticals
• One paid volunteer day each year

As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.

These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change !

3 Year Fixed term contract

As well as a rewarding role with a global international development organisation, you’ll get access to a wide range of enhanced benefits including but not limited to flexible hybrid working, enhanced leave entitlement and access to several health and wellbeing programmes and benefits.

To lead the financial management and oversight of the ADB project, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant financial accounting, reporting, and oversight. The role will support the delivery of all financial aspects of the ADB project, including donor reporting, reconciliations, cost recovery, budgeting, and compliance, in close collaboration with programme colleagues and the wider AKF(UK) finance team. To contribute to the financial management of AKF(UK)’s wider programme portfolio and supporting the Programme Finance Manager in running efficient and effective financial processes across all AKF(UK)’s programmes and grants. 

Financial oversight, planning, and reporting

• Review all financial transactions related to the ADB project on a monthly basis and ensure that they are correct including cost recovery, co-financing, bank balances, and coding.

• Ensure the ADB project is up to date in the Grant Management Tracker, Co-financing Tracker and Cost Recovery forecast.

• Prepare financial information for internal reporting, including contributions to quarterly CEO reports, monthly dashboards, and co-finance updates.

• Prepare all ADB project donor financial reports and ensure consistency with internal data.

• Prepare and submit other donor financial reports as required.

• Monitor project and portfolio spending, flagging significant under & overspends in a timely manner to the Programme Finance Manager and Programmes & Partnerships team.

Financial controls, compliance, and audit

• Lead financial planning and monitoring for the ADB project, ensuring alignment with ADB compliance requirements and AKF(UK) internal controls.

• Support the design and implementation of quality controls, manuals, checklists, and tools to ensure compliance with donor requirements (ADB and others).

• Oversee compliance with donor and AKF(UK) rules on procurement, accounting, and project expenditure, supported by reporting, engagement with the field, and spot checks.

• Maintain internal tools (including AIMS) to track active ADB grants as well as other grants, ensuring data on secured funding, cost recovery, and cash balances remains up to date.

• Prepare for and support donor and statutory audits, with particular responsibility for the ADB project while also contributing to audits of other grants.

• Maintain an up-to-date audit and disallowance tracker for the ADB project, while supporting the Programme Finance Manager in tracking audit issues across all grants.

• Troubleshoot donor compliance or procurement queries, with emphasis on ADB but extending to other donor portfolios where needed. 

• Act as a resource person for ADB donor compliance within AKF(UK), while sharing knowledge and lessons learned more widely across the grants portfolio.

• Support wider Programme Finance team capacity-building efforts, drawing on insights from ADB donor requirements and practices.

Grant financial management

In close consultation with the programmes & partnerships team:

• Maintain accurate financial records and grant codes for the ADB project, while supporting the set-up and management of other grants as needed.

• Ensure timely submission of cash requests and sub-grant agreements, in compliance with both ADB and AKF(UK) standards, and support the same across the wider portfolio.

• Review budgets for ADB and other donor concepts/proposals, ensuring inclusion of AKF(UK) costs, compliance with donor requirements, and consistency with narratives.

• Support the in-country project management unit (PMU) to ensure that the project is robustly managed and proactively support the resolution of challenges as they arise.

• Provide training and reference materials for implementing partners and field staff on ADB-specific donor regulations, procurement, and reporting, while contributing to broader finance training across the organisation.

• Provide technical support and guidance to implementing partners and country units, with particular focus on ADB compliance but also assisting with other donor requirements as needed.

• Conduct monitoring visits and spot checks on the ADB project and participate in risk monitoring across the wider portfolio.

• Collaborate with the assigned Senior Partnerships Manager to align financial management with programme delivery.

Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Programme Finance Manager or the Head of Finance and Operations. The role will involve travel to countries in which we operate grants, particularly Afghanistan (security situation dependent). Normally this could be 1-2 trips per year.

Qualifications

• CCAB qualified accountant (desirable).

Experience

• 3 years relevant experience in financial accounting and financial reporting

• Experience of designing and managing effective administrative systems and procedures

• Experience of managing finances for large-scale, complex donor-funded projects. Experience of working with multilateral development banks (ADB, World Bank, AfDB, etc.) is highly desirable.

• Experience of budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management

• Experience working in international organisations or donor agencies, including field-level implementation, is highly desirable.

Skills

• Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison skills with a wide range of stakeholders

• First rate oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure and to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.

• Ability to problem solve, working with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver results.

• Ability to work in a multi-institution network within a multi-cultural environment.

• Fluent in oral and written English

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

• Excellent numeracy, financial analysis, and financial presentation skills

• Ability to synthesise complex operational and financial details for reporting and presentation.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of ADB donor requirements and compliance frameworks.

• Broad understanding and experience of development issues and organisations

• Understanding of and appreciation for ADKN’s goals, values and ethics

• Knowledge of charity accounting.

Application Details:

• Must have right to work in the UK.

• Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role.