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Are you a dog lover who wants to make a difference through fundraising?
We’re looking for a Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising to lead the delivery of our exciting mass participation and community fundraising work, from sporting and challenge events to building community with local donors near our rehoming centres.
What does this role do?
As Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising, you'll:
- Lead the implementation of our exciting new community fundraising strategy, bringing our enthusiastic fundraisers across the country around a common goal that promotes our brand locally, embeds our work in local communities, and ultimately drives targeted income growth through donations and legacies,
- Lead the mass participation fundraising team to deliver a high-quality national event portfolio, generating income, amplifying the Dogs Trust brand and growing our national presence,
- Act as a link between directorate strategy and local delivery, ensuring delivery teams locally understand how their fundraising contributes to wider strategic goals and objectives,
- Collaborate with various other teams across Dogs Trust, from marketing and communications to rehoming centre teams, ensuring there is central alignment, and opportunities for collaboration are maximised.
This role can be based at any of our rehoming centres and will involve frequent travel to rehoming centres around the UK. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 25th June 2026, and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll have a proven track record in leading community fundraising teams, with the ability to drive performance to deliver income growth. You’ll need experience of managing people, ideally remotely, as this role looks after a large team working from all corners of the UK. You’ll be confident working closely with senior stakeholders, negotiating and influencing, as well as the ability to deliver effective change management, ensuring teams understand the strategic vision and are motivated to deliver it. Above all, you’ll be passionate about fundraising and the work we do, and the ability to champion the amazing work our mass participation and community fundraising teams do.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
About the role:
At Camden Young Person’s High Support Accommodation Service, nights matter. They can be the point where worry, distress, conflict or risk comes to the surface - and where calm, skilled leadership can make all the difference. As Night Manager, you will lead the overnight service, making sure young people experience safety, consistency and support when they need it most.
You will be the senior operational decision-maker overnight, leading the night team to respond confidently to incidents, safeguarding concerns, missing young people procedures, building safety, visitor access and any actions handed over from the day team. You’ll work with a high level of independence, while knowing when to liaise with the on-call manager, emergency services or wider management team to keep young people, staff and the building safe.
This is also a role about connection. You’ll line manage, support and guide Night Workers, oversee locum or agency staff where needed, and make sure overnight learning, handovers and emerging themes are shared clearly with the Service Manager and wider team. Through trauma informed, strengths-based and psychologically informed practice, you’ll help build a service where night and day support feels joined up, purposeful and ambitious for young people’s futures.
About you:
- You are calm, confident and steady under pressure, with the judgement to manage risk overnight and know when to escalate.
- You have experience supporting, supervising or leading staff in supported accommodation, youth work, social care, housing or a similar setting.
- You understand the needs, strengths and risks of young people in high support accommodation, including safeguarding, trauma, distress and non-engagement.
- You can create clear structure without losing warmth, building a team culture where staff feel supported, accountable and able to do their best work.
- You communicate clearly and confidently, with strong records, handovers and partnership working that help keep support joined up across day and night.
About us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 31st May at midnight
Interview date: Sunday 14th June in person at a Young Person's Service
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: West Midlands/North
Home working with occasional work from Crisis Skylight in Birmingham/Merseyside or Newcastle in line with Crisis Hybrid Working Policy
About the role
Up for a challenge? Excited about Corporate new business and experienced at building impactful philanthropy networks? Join us at Crisis as our Fundraising Manager (England) where we're looking for an experienced high-value fundraiser who specialises in winning and delivering regional corporate partnerships and philanthropy.
We are at the start of an exciting new journey to grow high value income in our nations and regions. You will have a great role within a motivated team and have the opportunity to build your fundraising strategy: You will have the autonomy to develop your own high value network, prospects and income pipeline: You will collaborate with our wonderful Skylight teams across England to develop and deliver compelling and bold cases for support.
If you have a great track record in identifying and securing regional corporate high value partnerships and donors and aren’t afraid of a challenge we would love to hear from you.
About you
· Dynamic, experienced, high-value fundraiser
· Specialist in identifying, delivering and winning regional corporate partnerships and philanthropy
· Experienced at identifying, pitching and successfully securing 5 and 6 figure partnerships
· Enjoy creating and delivering compelling Cases for Support
· Results-driven – we have ambitious plans as a charity and as a team
· Enjoy travel; you will be based at either Crisis Skylight Birmingham or Newcastle with regular travel as required. NB we have Skylight Centres in Birmingham, Newcastle, Merseyside, Oxford and London
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
· A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 14 June at 23:59
Interviews will take place online w/c 22 June
AI in Job Applications
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
For more information about our work please our website
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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Team: Supporter Servies
Location: Haywards Heath (Hybrid working, approx. 1 day per week office based however flexibility is possible)
Work pattern: 35 hours per week
Salary: Up to £33,994.86 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 12 months
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Income Processing Team Leader
- To lead the team of Supporter Services Advisors, who are responsible for managing fundraising income processing, the efficient coding and allocation of fundraising income, and the accurate creation and maintenance of supporter records.
- This role will liaise with colleagues across the organisation to understand and develop governing principles of fundraising processing and administration of donations, to help deliver the best possible service to a wide range of customers, including supporters, staff and volunteers.
About the Supporter Services team:
- The Supporter Services team is part of the Cats Protection Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
- We answer queries from supporters about memberships, sponsorships, lotteries, raffles and donations. We also record and update the contact preferences of our supporters to ensure we only send communications which are wanted.
- We currently have a team of 11
What we’re looking for in our Income Processing Team Leader:
- Demonstrable experience of line managing staff including setting objectives, managing performance, conduct, staff development, induction and training in line with organisational policies
- Experience of working in an income processing role, preferably within a fundraising environment
- Experience of developing, monitoring and maintaining recording systems and procedures
- IT literate – proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and CRM databases (preferably Care or similar)
- Knowledge of fundraising activities
What we can offer you:
- range of health benefits
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
- and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 14th June 2026
Virtual interview date: 22nd June 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
- Anonymised application form
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
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This is an exciting opportunity to shape engaging campaigns and storytelling across digital, social media, email, PR and community channels. Working as part of our Fundraising and Communications team, you’ll create compelling and accessible communications that inspire action, strengthen our community, support fundraising and help people live full and healthy lives with MS.
Working closely with colleagues, ambassadors and people living with MS, you’ll help amplify authentic lived experience, develop impactful campaigns and use insight and digital best practice to grow engagement and reach.
We’re looking for someone with strong writing and storytelling skills, experience delivering communications, marketing or digital campaigns, and a good understanding of digital engagement, social media and email marketing. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and motivated by making a meaningful difference.
About Overcoming MS
Overcoming MS is the world’s leading MS healthy lifestyle charity. We help people live full and healthy lives with MS through evidence-based information, practical tools and a supportive global community.
Since 2012, we have supported people affected by MS to make informed lifestyle choices alongside medical treatment, helping people feel more empowered, informed and hopeful about living with MS.
Our vision is a world where everyone with MS has the information, confidence and support they need to live well.
Job summary
The Communications and Marketing Manager plays a central role in helping Overcoming MS reach and support more people living with multiple sclerosis worldwide. The role leads the creation of compelling, evidence-based, and emotionally engaging communications that strengthen connections with our community, raise awareness of the Overcoming MS approach, support fundraising, engagement, and behaviour change, and showcase our services and offerings.
Working across communications channels, campaigns, storytelling and community engagement, the postholder will enable our audiences to feel they have the appropriate level of information and confidence to make lifestyle changes, through the support we offer to live a full and healthy life with MS.
Key responsibilities and duties:
The role comprises the following key areas of responsibility:
Communication and campaign creation
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Craft engaging, accessible and audience-focused communications which inspire action, deepen engagement and build trust.
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Plan and execute integrated marketing and communications campaigns across digital channels, print, PR and Community channels in alignment with our Fundraising and Communications Strategy.
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Support the Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital with campaign planning, aligning Communications objectives to organisational and income generation objectives.
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Support the Services team with the promotion of our services, including the dissemination of insights and data, to grow our awareness and engagement
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Support colleagues and audiences. Working with stakeholders to ensure communications are planned and delivered at the right time to meet their needs.
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Ability to communicate complex or sensitive information in a clear, accessible and empathetic way.
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Understanding of inclusive and accessible communications best practice.
Using results to drive change
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Use audience insight, analytics and user behaviour to shape campaigns and improve engagement.
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Test, learn and optimise marcomms communications through experimentation, AB testing and evaluation.
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Contribute to Marcomms evaluation on performance and impact.
Storytelling and Community voices
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Build trusted relationships with people living with MS and the wider Overcoming MS community to develop authentic and inspiring stories.
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Support contributors sensitively and ethically, ensuring appropriate consent and safeguarding processes are followed.
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Identify opportunities to amplify community voices across campaigns, fundraising and communications.
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Ensure storytelling reflects the diversity and inclusivity of the Overcoming MS community.
Social media and content creation
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Lead on building our impact and engagement on social media with our audiences, in line with our objectives, including supporting awareness and engagement campaigns and fundraising.
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Ensure that we are using the best tools and techniques by staying up to date with trends.
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Monitor social media, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to enquiries.
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Use analytics to constantly optimise our social media impact.
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Ensure content is accessible, audience-led and aligned with best practice in health communication.
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Support content development across both digital and print communications where required.
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Working closely with the services team, lead the content creation and maintenance of our website to maximise our impact with audiences.
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Build and nurture relationships with celebrity ambassadors, influencers and public supporters.
Email marketing
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Develop content for email marketing, including for fundraising and events campaigns.
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Optimise email by A/B testing content to maximise performance through design and content improvements, and creating triggered email sequences to build our message.
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Use audience segmentation and personalisation to support campaigns.
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Use analytics to identify ways to constantly optimise our email impact.
Community Engagement
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Support our digital community through different discussion groups and platforms (social media, hubs, etc). Including liaising with internal teams and promoting best practice.
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Support online events and drive positive engagement opportunities.
Brand communication
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Ensuring all activity aligns with brand priorities.
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Championing on-brand messaging. Acting as a trusted expert on brand tone of voice.
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Ensuring all media and communications guidelines/policies are followed and kept updated.
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Sharing best practice with the wider organisation and continuing professional development.
Creative skills
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Generate and develop creative and innovative ideas with a good eye for brand, design, film and photography.
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Develop clear briefs and oversee production of high-quality digital and printed communications materials.
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Create engaging collateral through design software.
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Edit small amounts of audio or video (desirable).
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Support content development across both digital and print communications where required.
PR and Media
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Support the Head of Communications, Marketing and Digital with media relations through press releases and statements.
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Support with securing regional, national and international media coverage, sourcing case studies and creating campaign assets and messaging for media partners.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Self-motivated and adaptable/proactive, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
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A keen eye for detail with a consistently high quality of work output.
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Highly organised, able to manage a content schedule, and plan and deliver digital campaigns. Able to prioritise work across multiple projects to meet deadlines.
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Demonstrable experience in developing, leading and executing high-quality, effective communications and engagement strategies that achieve desired results.
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Excellent writing, editing and communication skills for social media, web, email and PR.
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An understanding of how communications affect and engage audiences.
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An ability to communicate in an inclusive way with diverse audiences.
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Experience in managing and optimising website content, with strong on-page SEO skills.
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Confident using email marketing and social scheduling
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Familiarity with Google tools (Analytics, Adwords, Search Console, etc) and digital monitoring tools.
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Skills in creative content development, such as audio, video and photo editing.
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Interest in wellbeing
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Experience managing external suppliers, freelancers or creative agencies (desirable)
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Experience working in the charity, health or wellbeing sector. (desirable)
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Able to flex hours and work outside normal hours where needed to cover events (time off in lieu will be provided).
This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role, but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties may evolve over time, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks consistent with the level of the role.
How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button, submit your CV, and please answer the three questions we have prepared for you. Please use the Cover Letter space to tell us your motivation for working at Overcoming MS.
Application timeline:
Close date: until 9am Monday 15th June
First round interviews: 18th and 19th June, online via Microsoft Teams
Second round interviews: 23rd June on Teams/in person TBC, and it will include a short task and presentation
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We want Overcoming MS to be a welcoming, inclusive and supportive place to work, where people feel valued and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities, particularly those currently underrepresented in the charity sector.
We know that people sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement listed. If this role feels like a good fit for you, we’d still encourage you to apply.
If you need reasonable adjustments or information in a different format during the recruitment process, please contact us.
We're here for everyone with MS who wants to take control of their health and wellbeing.

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!
- Job Title: Head of Governance and Risk
- Location: Thame (Oxfordshire)
- Working arrangements: Hybrid, 2 days per week on-site
- Salary: £65,000 per annum
- Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Affinity Trust is a national charity dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives. We are looking for an exceptional governance professional to join our senior leadership team as our new Head of Governance and Risk.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this is a high‑impact role at the heart of our organisation. You will lead governance and assurance, act as Company Secretary, oversee corporate risk and business continuity, and advise the Board and Executive Team.
As a trusted strategic partner, you will help ensure we meet our statutory and regulatory obligations, strengthen decision-making, and uphold our values.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading governance, assurance and Board/Committee support
- Acting as Company Secretary and ensuring statutory compliance
- Managing risk, internal control and organisational resilience
- Overseeing the performance of external legal advisors
- Providing governance oversight of data protection and information compliance
This standalone role requires significant expertise, confidence and integrity. You will bring strong knowledge of charity and company law, excellent Board-level communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic insight with hands‑on delivery.
If you are a values-driven professional who wants to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Key Priorities for the First 12 Months
- Strengthen the organisation’s governance framework and Board reporting cycle.
- Lead a structured review of the corporate risk register and associated assurance processes.
- Embed a refreshed business continuity framework, including scenario testing.
- Support a Board effectiveness evaluation and implementation of any recommendations.
- Review the performance and value-for-money of external legal advisors.
- Enhance processes for data protection and ICO compliance oversight in partnership with the SIRO.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a highly capable governance professional who brings:
- Strong technical expertise in charity governance, risk, and regulatory compliance.
- Confidence advising senior leaders and Trustees.
- Excellent communication, diplomacy, and influencing skills.
- A proactive, values-led approach with the ability to work autonomously.
- The ability to juggle strategic insight with hands-on delivery.
You don’t need to have worked in a large team — this role is well-suited to someone who thrives in a standalone, high-responsibility position.
Please note, all roles are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the relevant level for the position. This check will be paid for by us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Advocacy Project
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care. We’re here to make sure people who are vulnerable because of their circumstance can understand their rights, make effective choices about their lives and voice their concerns.
Some of the ways we do this include:
· Advocacy services that make sure people can express their wishes when decisions are being made about their care or wellbeing
· User involvement projects that help organisations improve what they offer by listening to people who use their services
· Local Healthwatch services, which act as health and social care champions for the areas they serve and give people a direct channel to share their feedback
Our services are independent, confidential, and free to those receiving them. Together, our teams are standing up for essential rights and supporting people to have a say on the issues that matter to them.
About the role
The Advocacy Project vision is clear: everyone should have a voice. We work tirelessly to ensure that those who are often unheard or whose wishes are dismissed are heard and their rights upheld.
We believe passionately that everyone should have equal outcomes when accessing health and social care services, and we all live our values everyday showing up with kindness, strength, honesty and belief in the work we do. Our work makes a difference, but we need to reach more people and change more lives; can you be part of our journey?
You will be joining The Advocacy Project at a critical time as we enter the second year of our new strategy. Key to the success of the new strategy is developing a sustainable business model that moves us from a reliance on statutory income to a mixed portfolio of funding including trusts and foundations and paid for services. Focussing on growth we are looking to secure at least £250,000 new income annually while maintaining our current income levels, we aim to double our income by the end of our strategy in 2030.
As part of our senior leadership team, you will be agile and collaborative, a fundraising professional who has developed and delivered an income generation strategy and achieved income growth across multiple income streams, including developing commercial income streams, grants and statutory income. You will be hands on, getting stuck into applications, prospecting, communicating, and developing new income opportunities. Building strong relationships with staff, volunteers and service users, you will also have the ability to engage with stakeholders and build relationships externally. You will develop evidence-based and impact-led cases for support for various projects and must be able to unlock growth, develop new approaches and help communicate our impact.
You will build and lead a small, effective and positive fundraising team.
Key responsibilities
- Developing our income strategy to ensure we reach our financial and strategic goals.
- Chairing the Business development and fundraising committee
- Further developing trust and foundations pipeline, growing income and identifying new opportunities.
- Further develop our commercial income opportunities including training, consultancy and paid for services.
- Overseeing all tender submissions including building the pipeline and writing or commissioning tender writers.
- Working with the CEO and our comms officer to ensure our Comms and Income generation strategy are aligned.
- Recruiting and managing bid writers as required.
- Working with our Finance team to ensure all donations are collected and recorded correctly, holding budget responsibility for fundraising and cooms.
- Building our case for support, working closely with staff and service users to understand their lived experience.
- Representing The Advocacy Project with funders, commissioners and external partners
- Ensure the Board of Trustees are regularly updated on the progress of income generation and our comms engagement, using a transparent and consistent reporting framework.
- Embed a fundraising culture within The Advocacy Project.
About you
We’re looking for someone with a significant success and experience of impactful charitable fundraising across diverse income streams especially from trust and foundations.
You must be passionate about our work the role of advocacy and involving service users in design.
Essential
î Effective line management skills and ability to deliver alongside and through small team.
î Experience of developing trust and foundations pipelines, bid writing and evidenced success of winning significant funding.
î Experience of statutory services and tender submissions
î Experience of developing new income streams.
î Experience of delivering to targets, including a strong understanding of risk and how best to manage it
î Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, and best practices
Desirable
î Experience of working as a senior leader within a third sector, public sector, or voluntary organisation, including setting strategy and managing change
î Experience of designing and delivering commercial income streams including business to business and direct to consumer products
î Previous experience in an Advocacy/user voice organisation
î Previous experience of co production.
Skills
î Strong leadership and management skills
î Ability to work collaboratively and lead change effectively
î Be highly organised and self-motivated with a proven ability to work to tight deadlines
î Positive, creative, entrepreneurial, and solutions focused.
î Proactive, dynamic, able to work effectively independently.
î Ability to problem solve and think creatively
î Confident networker, with strong communication skills.
î Strong understanding of EDI principles and how to apply them in your work
Benefits of working for us
We’re committed to providing an empowering, flexible and supportive working environment for all our staff.
Our employee benefits include 30 days annual leave (including up to 3 days between Christmas and New Year), participation in a pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, access to a free confidential counselling service, and an interest-free travel/bike loan.
All our staff are supported to learn and develop in a variety of ways, including a monthly lecture series where we invite sector experts to talk to our staff on topical issues.
We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer.
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care.



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We are looking for a Head of Operations & Development to play a key leadership role in a creative, community-focused Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.
This is a hands-on role combining leadership of day-to-day operations with responsibility for income generation through funding applications, grants, and tenders.
You will play a central role in strengthening how we work and ensuring we have the systems, resources, and funding needed to deliver our programmes and grow sustainably.
About Gazebo
Gazebo is a diverse arts organisation based in Wolverhampton and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation.
We have a fantastic programme of Theatre in Education, community arts, out-of-school activities, professional touring theatre, and creative training. Our work supports children, young people, and communities to build skills, confidence, and creativity.
We are rooted in our values of creativity, inclusion, and collaboration, with a strong commitment to diversity, social justice, and community engagement.
What you’ll do
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the organisation
- Develop and maintain effective systems and processes
- Lead on funding applications, bids, and tenders
- Identify and develop new income streams and partnerships
- Oversee financial processes, budgets, and reporting (with support)
- Support governance, compliance, and reporting
- Line manage staff and support effective organisational delivery
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a senior operational or management role
- Has experience writing funding applications or bids
- Is confident managing a broad range of responsibilities
- Is proactive, organised, and able to take ownership
- Is approachable and able to build strong working relationships
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in the arts, cultural, or voluntary and community sector. However, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and experience from other sectors.
Why join us
This is a key leadership role within a small, ambitious organisation.
You will play a central part in shaping how we operate, securing funding, and supporting the delivery of creative work with communities.
For full details, including the full job description and person specification, please visit: linktr.ee/gazebotheatreuk
How to apply
Please send:
- A CV (maximum 2–3 pages)
- A supporting statement (maximum 2 pages)
- A completed equalities monitoring form
Your supporting statement should:
- Set out how you meet the requirements of the role, as outlined in the full person specification (in candidate pack available on our link tree)
- Highlight your experience of operational management and funding
- Include an example of a funding application or similar work
- Explain why you are interested in the role and why you would be a good fit
Please include “Head of Operations & Development” in the subject line of your email
Closing date: Friday 19 June 2026
Interviews: Friday 3 July 2026, Gazebo Theatre, Wolverhampton
If you need any support with your application, please get in touch and we will do our best to meet your needs.
Equality & inclusion
We particularly welcome applications from people of the Global Majority and those currently underrepresented in the arts and cultural sector.
For full details, including the full job description and person specification, please visit: linktr.ee/gazebotheatreuk
Please submit:
A CV (maximum 2–3 pages)
A supporting statement (maximum 2 pages)
A completed equalities monitoring form
Your supporting statement should:
Set out how you meet the requirements of the role, as outlined in full person specification in candidate pack on link tree
Highlight your experience of operational management and funding
Include an example of a funding application or similar work
Explain why you are interested in the role and why you would be a good fit
To promote social, educational & artistic development through Creative Arts, by providing a range of programmes in response to the needs & aspirations
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust
Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is an independent environmental charity dedicated to restoring and protecting the rivers of the Bristol Avon catchment for people and wildlife.
We work across urban and rural landscapes to deliver practical river restoration, natural flood management, climate resilience, biodiversity recovery and community engagement projects at a catchment scale. Our work ranges from removing barriers to fish migration and restoring river habitat, through to supporting regenerative farming, creating wetlands and woodlands, and engaging communities in citizen science and environmental action.
As the Trust continues to grow in scale, ambition and complexity, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of Operations to help strengthen our organisational systems, support our team and enable the effective delivery of our strategic vision.
Location
Hybrid working – with regular attendance across BART offices, project sites and meetings within the Bristol Avon catchment.
Reports to
Chief Executive Officer
Hours
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Flexible working arrangements considered.
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Operations will play a central leadership role within Bristol Avon Rivers Trust, ensuring the organisation operates safely, effectively, efficiently and sustainably as it continues to grow.
This is a strategic and hands-on operational role overseeing organisational systems, support governance, HR, compliance, health & safety, programme management support and internal operations.
Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will help manage the organisations systems and culture needed to support high-quality delivery across a growing environmental charity.
The role will suit someone who thrives in dynamic organisations, enjoys problem solving and optimising systems, understanding and making sense of complexity, and is motivated by supporting teams to deliver meaningful impact and achieving the organisations goals.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Leadership & Operations
- Lead and oversee day-to-day organisational operations across the Trust
- Develop and improve internal systems, processes and operational procedures
- Support organisational planning and delivery against BART’s strategic objectives
- Work closely with the CEO and senior managers to support organisational growth and resilience
- Contribute to organisational decision-making and leadership culture
People & HR Management
- Oversee HR systems, policies and procedures
- Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development processes
- Help foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture
- Support managers with operational people-management matters
- Coordinate staff wellbeing and professional development initiatives
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with charity, company and employment regulations
- Support the CEO with governance processes, trustee reporting and organisational policies
- Oversee organisational risk management systems
- Ensure appropriate insurance, contracts and compliance frameworks are in place
- Lead on operational health & safety systems and organisational compliance
Organisational Systems
- Support organisational budgeting and financial monitoring alongside the finance and Senior Leadership team
- Oversee operational procurement and contract management systems
- Support implementation and optimisation of organisational systems, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and IT systems including cyber security
- Improve internal reporting and programme coordination systems
Programme & Delivery Support
- Support operational coordination across BART programmes and projects
- Help ensure teams are appropriately resourced and supported
- Improve organisational project management systems and workflows
- Support efficient collaboration across delivery teams
- Contribute to organisational development opportunities and partnerships
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Skills
- Significant experience in operational management, organisational leadership or business management
- Experience developing and improving organisational systems and processes
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance and organisational risk management
- Experience supporting HR and people-management processes
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work strategically while also being comfortable with operational detail
- Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and organisational software systems
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within the environmental, charity or public sector
- Knowledge of charity governance and funding environments
- Experience supporting organisational growth and change management
- Familiarity with CRM systems and operational databases
- Understanding of health & safety systems within field-based organisations
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
- Is highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
- Enjoys enabling others to succeed
- Can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery
- Is calm and adaptable in a growing organisation
- Has strong emotional intelligence and leadership skills
- Wants to help a small organisation grow and deliver its goal of restoring rivers, landscapes and communities
Why Join BART?
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK’s growing rivers trusts at a pivotal stage in its development.
You’ll join a passionate and ambitious team delivering meaningful environmental change across the Bristol Avon catchment, while helping build the organisational foundations needed for long-term impact.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas close
- Flexible and hybrid working
- 9% Employer pension contribution
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee wellbeing support
- Opportunity to shape a growing organisation with real environmental impact
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, particularly those underrepresented within the environmental sector.
What we do
For one in two of us, cancer will change everything.
When it does, so can we.
Weston Park Cancer Charity is here to face cancer with you. Our services, advise and support are for you and the people close to you, helping everyone to live with and beyond cancer. The funds we raise also support vital, pioneering research and clinical trials led by the exceptional medical experts at Weston Park Cancer Centre. It’s our job to care in every sense for our patients and their families. Our help is free, and we’re here for you, together every step.
What you do
Main purpose of post
The Campaign Manager will lead the development and delivery of engaging, audience-focused campaigns that raise awareness of the charity, increase understanding of cancer support services, promote grant-giving programmes, and help drive fundraising growth across the region.
The role will focus on bringing the charity’s impact to life through powerful storytelling, creative campaigns, and compelling content that demonstrates how the charity supports people affected by cancer and invests in hospitals, healthcare services, and local communities.
Working across fundraising, services, and communications, the Campaign Manager will develop integrated campaigns that inspire support, strengthen community engagement, and increase the visibility and reach of the charity.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign Development & Delivery
• Develop and deliver multi-channel campaigns that support the charity’s strategic priorities and objectives.
• Create awareness campaigns that promote the charity brand, support services, fundraising activities, and grant-giving programmes.
• Lead campaign planning from concept through to delivery and evaluation.
• Ensure campaigns are audience-focused, emotionally engaging, and aligned with the charity’s values and tone of voice.
• Coordinate campaign timelines, budgets, assets, and stakeholder input to ensure successful delivery.
Demonstrating Impact Through Storytelling
• Develop compelling campaign content that demonstrates the real-life impact of the charity’s work.
• Showcase how fundraising supports people affected by cancer, healthcare improvements, hospital services, community initiatives, and wellbeing programmes.
• Gather and develop case studies, patient stories, supporter testimonials, videos, photography, and impact data.
• Work sensitively with beneficiaries, families, healthcare professionals, and grant recipients to capture authentic stories.
• Translate complex healthcare or grant information into accessible and engaging public-facing content.
Supporting Fundraising Growth
• Create campaigns that help increase fundraising income and supporter engagement.
• Support community fundraising, events, corporate partnerships, individual giving, and appeals through targeted campaign activity.
• Develop supporter journeys and engagement campaigns that encourage donations, participation, and long-term loyalty.
• Identify opportunities to broaden audience reach and attract new supporters.
Awareness of Services & Grant-Giving
• Increase awareness of the charity’s support services among people affected by cancer, carers, healthcare professionals, and local communities.
• Promote grant-funded projects and partnerships across hospitals and community settings.
• Work collaboratively with service delivery teams and healthcare partners to communicate outcomes and opportunities effectively.
• Support campaigns that improve access to services and reach underserved audiences.
Content & Communications
• Develop campaign content across digital, print, social media, email, video, PR, and advertising channels.
• Work with designers, photographers, videographers, agencies, and suppliers where required.
• Ensure all campaign materials are accurate, accessible, inclusive, and on brand.
• Contribute to website content, newsletters, impact reports, and social media storytelling.
Monitoring & Evaluation
• Monitor campaign performance and provide regular reporting on engagement, reach, conversions, and impact.
• Use audience insights, analytics, and feedback to optimise campaign effectiveness.
• Evaluate return on investment and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Relationship Management
• Build strong relationships across fundraising, services, healthcare partners, community organisations, and external suppliers.
• Act as a positive ambassador for the charity at events, meetings, and partnership activities.
• Support collaborative working across teams to maximise campaign impact.
General Responsibilities
Every employee is required to:
• Adhere to, and comply with, organisational policies, procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment which is free from discrimination.
• Comply with the organisational policy on confidentiality, and the General Data Protection Regulations
• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of donors, guests and staff at all times.
• Maintain a constant awareness of health, welfare and safety issues affecting colleagues, patients, volunteers, visitors and themselves.
• Participate in personal and organisational training and development and performance framework meetings
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Who you are
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Campaigns Manager will play a vital part in our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
• You are a compassionate communicator: able to communicate sensitive stories with empathy, authenticity, and respect.
• You are a strategic thinker: understands how marketing supports fundraising, awareness, and community impact.
• You are creative & innovative: generates fresh campaign ideas that engage diverse audiences across the region.
• You are a collaborative relationship builder: works effectively with patients, staff, volunteers, supporters, healthcare partners, and media.
• You are results-driven & organised: uses insight, data, and strong project management to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Act as an ambassador for Weston Park Cancer Charity, reflecting the objectives and values, and to always work in the best interests of the charity.
• Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships
• Make a positive contribution in delivering the charity’s strategy and raising the profile of Weston Park Cancer Charity.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards Package is the result of staff feedback and best practice across the charity, public and private sectors. Some of our key benefits, depending on eligibility, include:
• 27 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave
• Option to purchase additional five working days per year
• Westfield Health level 4 coverage
• 12 weeks maternity leave at 100% pay and an additional 6 weeks at 50%
• Up to 2 weeks full paternity pay
• NHS benefits
• Hybrid working
• A minimum 4% employee / 6% employer contribution through our Auto Enrol private pension scheme. *Tax relief is automatically claimed for the staff member.
• Death in service cover
• Birthday Leave
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Working Animals International
Working Animals International (formerly known as SPANA) is dedicated to transforming the wefare of working animals in greatest need globally By increasing access to skills, knowledge and resources and campaigning for policy change, we're building a world where working animals are healthy and valued, communities are stronger, and livelhoods are more secure.
About this role
The Individual Giving Manager will play a key role in developing and delivering our individual giving programmes. They will work closely with our Head of Individual Giving to shape strategic plans across UK and international markets, driving income growth and expanding our global impact.
The Individual Giving manager will manage the development and delivery of our regular giving programme in the UK and globally, using market and audience insight and learnings to ensure optimal performance across the programme.
Contract, location and salary
This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week) permanent role. This is a UK based role, with regular attendance (1-2 days per month, or more if preferred) in our London office, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The salary for this role is c.£42k per annum, subject to skills and experience. Working Animals International offers a generous company pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution if the employee contributes a minimum 5%, and healthcare cashplan with Medicash alongside other benefits.
Full details and how to apply
Please see the job description for this role for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 June 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting St Peter & St James Hospice in the search for an exceptional Head of Fundraising.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of a respected Sussex hospice, leading the development and delivery of an ambitious fundraising strategy that will help secure the long-term sustainability of vital end-of-life care services.
Salary: £53,000 – £57,400 FTE, with the potential to increase to £59,600 following successful completion of probation.
Location: North Chailey, Sussex, with flexibility for home working. Please note that the majority of working days are expected to be office-based. Full-time and part-time applications (30+ hours) will be considered, alongside flexible working arrangements including a compressed-hours pattern.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a multi-channel fundraising strategy that drives sustainable income growth and identifies new fundraising opportunities.
- Lead, inspire and develop the fundraising team, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance and exceptional supporter care.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with major donors, corporate partners, grant-making trusts and other key stakeholders.
Key Requirements
- Significant senior-level fundraising experience with a proven track record of delivering income growth.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
- Experience of managing high-value relationships and developing successful fundraising strategies and stewardship plans.
If you are a strategic and inspirational fundraising leader looking to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is therefore encouraged. Please reach out to Hannah at Harris Hill on
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
What’s the job?
We’re looking for someone to join us as our Learning and Networks Manager at Funders Together.
Funders Together is a cross-sector funding infrastructure organisation bringing together strategic initiatives that improve how funding supports communities to shape a better future.
We are entering an exciting new phase as we bring together a growing family of initiatives focused on improving funding practice across civil society. These include London Funders, the cross-sector membership network for funders across the capital; Collaboration Circle, a platform for collaborative and participatory funding programmes; 360Giving, which supports organisations to publish and use open grants data; and the Place-Based Giving resource hub, which supports collaborative funding rooted in place and community.
As Learning and Networks Manager, you will play a central role in engaging funders, partners, and stakeholders, and delivering learning that helps shape future practice across Funders Together and the wider funding ecosystem.
This is an exciting point to join the organisation as we invest further in learning and our networks as a core part of our mission. Building on strong existing networks and well-established learning programmes, you will help strengthen and evolve our work for the future.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on learning, collaboration, and turning insight into action. You will enjoy building relationships, connecting people and ideas, and creating spaces where learning can lead to positive change in funding and outcomes for communities.
So who are we?
Funders Together is a charity focused on improving how funding supports communities and civil society to positively shape the world.
Our work centres on strengthening the effectiveness, fairness and impact of funding systems by championing practice rooted in equity, trust and collaboration. We work across the funding ecosystem, with partners in the public, private and third sectors, to support organisations to learn together, share insight and develop approaches that lead to stronger outcomes for communities. We bring together a growing family of initiatives and organisations working across the funding landscape.
Across our work, Funders Together connects funders, supports collaborative funding initiatives, develops insights informed by shared data, and creates space for mutual learning and joint action.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual with strong experience of facilitating and convening learning spaces, and using the insights generated to inform and influence change.
The ideal candidate will be someone who has shaped and delivered learning programmes in a range of settings. They will be able to create a positive learning culture, and confidently design learning spaces and networks which can bring an audience together over different learning goals. They will be highly organised, a skilled facilitator, and able to translate learning into tangible actions. Importantly, they thrive in creating relational ways of working, and are curious and confident to try and test new ideas. They will enjoy working in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve and where good systems and coordination help ensure activity is delivered effectively.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working as part of a small and agile team, taking initiative in their work and contributing to continuous improvement in how we design and deliver learning across Funders Together.
A strong commitment to collaboration, equity, diversity and systemic change is essential, alongside a shared belief in the value of diverse lived experience in strengthening our work and impact.
We're proud of the diversity and vibrancy of our communities, and work to champion equity and justice in all that we do. We are actively working to ensure our staff team reflects the communities we serve and warmly welcome applications from people from Black and racially minoritised communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities, recognising that diverse lived experience strengthens our work and impact.
What can we offer?
We are a small, and growing organisation with big ambitions. And we can’t achieve those without our staff team. That’s why we work hard to create a positive work environment for all employees, where everybody can learn, thrive and deliver their best.
We believe that a staff culture rooted in inclusion, equity and wellbeing helps create a stronger, healthier and more productive team. Our working week is 32 hours FTE which enables staff to work a four day week (4 Day Week Foundation accredited) alongside other more flexible work patterns. We also operate a hybrid working model, with staff spending around 60% of their time in the office to support collaboration and connection. This approach reflects our commitment to wellbeing and personal growth while ensuring we have the time and space to deliver our work effectively.
From the first day of employment you will be entitled to Health Cover as part of our staff benefits package. On completion of your probation period, you’ll also be able to access our other employee benefits including our Cycle2Work scheme, Life Insurance and mobile months together with volunteering days and a generous annual leave allowance. We’re also an accredited Living Pension Employer and offer a generous pension scheme (employer’s contribution of 10% of your salary). You can read more about our benefits here.
We work with people and organisations who fund and shape investment in communities and civil society, supporting funding practice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities
Manage the DUK project portfolio
- Become a subject matter expert in applied and translational research in DMD, allowing informed decision making and effective communication with key stakeholders
- Support identification of new project and collaborative opportunities, including the ongoing management and delivery of our applicant-led funding call
- Support the Director of Research and Development in project scientific review, working with the Scientific Advisory Board, Patient Advisory Board, Senior Leadership Team and DUK Board of Trustees
- Manage project development and initiation, including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones, and budgets
- Manage and oversee project delivery, including monitoring of progress, according to agreed timelines and deliverables (including written updates and formal reports), and managing project finances, including reviewing and approval of invoices and monitoring project expenditure
- Support research budget forecasting in liaison with the finance team and the Director of Research and Development, and ensure compliance across the project portfolio
- Build and manage relationships with external partners and maintain regular communication through the project life cycle
- Support the Director of Research and Development to identify areas of strategic focus to inform the development of new research programmes
- Contribute to and support the development of DUK led research proposals for external funding and work with the income generation team to identify opportunities for research funding
Research governance and processes
- Maintain and improve, as relevant, internal processes for research management and governance
- Act as system owner for the research functions within DUK’s CRM (Salesforce), maintaining records and driving process improvements for grant workflows and monitoring
- Support the Director of Research and Development in research governance activities
- Support the Director of Research and Development to ensure compliance with the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) requirements, such as - contributing to annual data collection and surveys; implementation of AMRC processes and reviews recommendations, as relevant; keep up to date with relevant news and opportunities for training, collaboration and networking
Support the Director of Research and Development on the following external engagement activities
- Development and implementation of outreach and engagement activities in the DMD patient and research community to inform areas for research focus and prioritisation
- Scoping and development of formal and informal strategic partnerships and relationships with key stakeholder organisations (e.g. membership societies, other charities, consortia etc)
Support delivery of DUK flagship strategic programmes
DUK has strategic programmes in clinical research access and capacity, care standards and care access, assistive technologies and patient data. Under the oversight of the Director of Research and Development and working closely with the relevant programme team:
- Coordinate key programme updates and discussions between the DUK team and the programme teams
- Working with DUK comms team, support the development of external comms and marketing
- Working with the Director of Research and Development and the programme teams, support development of new initiatives and external funding opportunities
Other key responsibilities
- Provide general research admin support (e.g. arrange research meetings, both internal and external, prepare agendas and take minutes)
- Work with DUK comms team to identify case studies and success stories and support the development of the research comms strategy
- Coordinate research comms and work with the Director of Research and Development and comms team to ensure all research content is accurate and appropriate
- Work with the income generation and comms teams to provide updates to our key co-funding partners
- Support the collection of portfolio data across all programmes for DUK KPIs and to support DUK impact report development
- Coordinate and deliver research led events and support the Director of Research and Development in the agenda and content development for the annual Duchenne UK New Horizons conference
- Travel across the UK to attend meetings with partners
APPLYING FOR THIS JOB
Please send us a copy of your CV with a cover letter (max 1 page) that includes the following:
1. Please tell us why you would like to work for Duchenne UK.
2. In the job description, we have highlighted a range of essential experience and skills that we need. Please describe how you have demonstrated these with practical examples.
3. If you think you have other qualities, we have not mentioned but which you think suit this role, please let us know. We want to know some of the things you have done and the experiences you’ve had, and what you think they have taught you.
4. Tell us one thing that really excites you about this role.
Please email your application by 10am on Monday 22nd June 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.
Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK. We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.
We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey.
Responsibilities and Person Specification:
This role is dedicated to building lived experience participation at Independent Age. We want to deliver more opportunities for a greater variety of people with lived experience of financial hardship in later life to shape our work in meaningful ways.
The role will be responsible for developing a lived experience participation network ensuring that our existing and growing work in this area can be delivered smoothly, ethically and in line with best practice and making sure that the voices of those most at risk of financial hardship can be heard. The role will champion and encourage participatory practice across the organisation, developing the long term lived experience strategy and supporting the organisation to learn and grow in this area.
You should have strong experience of designing, running and supporting participatory activity, particularly with those with lived experience of a pressing social issue. You will be passionate about making change for those with experience of financial hardship in later life and bring an understanding of what barriers there might be to taking part and how to overcome them. Exceptional organisational skills are a must, along with great communication and the ability to build relationships with a broad range of people.
For full details on the role and requirements, please review the job description and person specification. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.
This is a part time role, 21 hours per week, which should be worked over a minimum of three days.
Salary Information:
London based: £46,227 per year, full time equivalent (£27,736 actual)
Homebased: £41,607 per year, full time equivalent (£24,964 actual)
What it’s like to work at Independent Age:
We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.
We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.
We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all (those contracted to work in the office are required to attend the office a minimum of 4 days per month). But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working.
You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age on the Careers page of our website.
Application Process:
To apply, please visit our website to submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).
To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name.
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS will be carried out for the successful applicant.
Closing Date: 21st June 2026 11:59pm
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.