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Length: Two-year fixed-term-contract
Salary: £30,500 per annum
Working pattern: Full-time, 35hrs Mon – Fri | Staff can opt to work 32hrs over 4 days each week (with either Monday or Friday as a non-working day). The BES is a 4-day work week organisation with no reduction in pay.
Location: Hybrid. We ask that staff spend at least 60% of their time at our London office.
Closing date: Monday 9 March 2026, 9:00am
Interview date: Monday 23 March 2026
Key Responsibility: To provide administrative support across the Communities and Inclusion team.
We are seeking a Communities and Inclusion Assistant to support the Communities and Inclusion team at BES. The team works across a range of areas, including grants, membership, volunteering and education to engage with ecology in meaningful ways.
This is a new role within BES and a fantastic opportunity to engage with the world’s oldest ecological society. You will gain experience across multiple areas of the organisation’s work while playing a key administrative support role.
Responsibilities:
Community Groups
We support over 25 active community groups. The role will include:
- Administering the Community Groups inbox and acting as the first point of contact for general enquiries from current and prospective community groups.
- Supporting the BES Community Groups team in their work, including attending monthly meetings and providing meeting notes.
- Assisting community groups with recruitment to their committees.
Grants
We award over £500,000 in grant funding every year. The role will include
- Administering the Grants inbox.
- Supporting the administration of our grant portfolio, including collating of reviewer scores and EDI data monitoring via the grants database.
- Managing the in-house training and travel grant awarding process.
- Attend Grants committee meetings, taking minutes as required.
Membership
We have over 8000 members. The role will include
- Administering the Membership inbox and responding to members enquiries
- Updating and maintaining daily CRM tasks related to joining, renewals, cancellation requests and payment processes to ensure accurate membership data.
- Updating and maintaining accurate Membership KPI tracking.
- Attending Membership committee, taking minutes as required.
Team support
As part of the communities and Inclusion directorate, contribute your skills, ideas, and enthusiasm to delivering our strategic priorities through team meetings, attendance at events, project support, and collaborative working.
This list is not exhaustive, and employees may be asked to carry out other duties appropriate to their role and level, in line with business needs.
It is the practice of the British Ecological Society to examine job descriptions from time to time and to update them to ensure they relate to the job as then being performed, or to incorporate changes in organisational need suitable to the role and level. This will be conducted in consultation with you. It is the organisation’s aim to reach agreement on changes, but if agreement is not possible, the organisation reserves the right to insist on changes to your job description, after consultation with you.
Person specification
Essential
- Experience in data and information handling
- Proficient in using standard office software and systems, in particular Excel.
- Proven customer service skills
- Detail-oriented
- Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic office environment.
- Moderate understanding of standard business IT hardware.
Desirable
- Experience working in a charity or membership organisation.
- Experience in using CRM systems (training will be provided)
- Familiarity with GDPR compliance (training will be provided)
Benefits
Four-day working week
- Along with our four-day working week to support a better work/life balance, we offer a range of flexible working options, including hybrid working and variable start and finishing times.
Annual leave
- With a generous holiday allowance and office closure between Christmas and the New Year, we’ll make sure you have space for yourself. We also offer everyone a week working from anywhere.
Pension
- To help with saving for your retirement, we offer a generous pension plan.
Health and wellbeing
- We offer regular wellbeing activities, access to a dedicated wellness room, complimentary breakfast items and fresh fruit, and we hold annual all‑staff away days. With a supportive occupational sick policy, eyecare checks and seasonal flu jabs we’re here to keep your health a priority.
To apply for this vacancy, please submit:
- Your CV - no more than 2x A4 sides detailing your education, training and work history, as well as any relevant skills
- A cover letter no more than 1x A4 side explaining why you wish to undertake this role at the BES
- Your Equality & Diversity information - this voluntary information helps us to assess the diversity of our recruitment and further improve recruitment processes in the future. It has no bearing on the success of your application and is not considered as part of the shortlisting process.
We recognise that AI tools can support candidates in refining their job applications, particularly in improving clarity and language. If you choose to use AI to assist with your application, please remember you are responsible for the content and quality of your application.
Ai may be used to improve - but must not replace - your own voice and experience. Applications must reflect your own understanding, experience and and suitability for the role. We encourage all applications to review their submission carefully before sending.
We are working towards a world inspired by #Ecology in which nature and people thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
High Trees are seeking a new team member to provide communications and engagement support to the organisation. You will be joining us at an exciting time as High Trees continues to grow the reach and scale of our reach and impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and proactive individual to work within a small, collaborative and dynamic team in a communications role. You will be passionate about ensuring that the voices of the communities that we work with remain at the heart of what we do and how we do it.
This role is central to supporting the Senior Communications Officer in the day-to-day running of their service. You will be responsible for producing impactful marketing and communications content, providing coordination support for events and activities, and doing outreach to ensure local communities are aware of our services. You will also be proactive, keeping abreast of developments and opportunities in the sector to raise the profile of our work. You will be highly organised and detail-focused, a compelling communicator, and confident to take initiative.
Collaboration with colleagues is an essential part of this role and you will enjoy working with others and be a valued partner, peer and colleague. You will need to be highly responsive to the needs of colleagues, service users, partners, and be able to provide practical solutions for a range of situations. This is an entry-level post, and you will be encouraged and supported to grow and develop your skills and expertise in Communications.
Employee benefits
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35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
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Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
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Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
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Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
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24/7 Employee Support Line
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Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
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Annual Staff away day
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Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans
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Regular team lunches and generous supplies of office breakfast and snacks!
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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.
Main purpose of post
As the Operations Assistant you will be supporting the Operations Manager in delivering and maintaining effective operational function at the charity. Including but not exclusively, Health & Safety, Premises, Facilities, Vehicle Management, and IT Services.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop their knowledge of operations and risk management with scope to develop your skills whilst also contributing to a great cause.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support
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Act as the first point of contact for premises, facilities, IT and Estates issues across all Weston Park Cancer Charity locations including our Outreach programmes.
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Assist the Operations Manager in maintaining a secure and organised premises and facilities, which ensure colleagues, volunteers and visitors are safe and experience a welcoming environment.
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Support the Operations Manager in the successful delivery of the Annual Operations plan.
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Provide administrative support to the Operations Manager and take minutes in operations-related working groups.
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Support with updating operational policies and procedures.
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Act as a first point of contact for data related issues, alongside the Operations Manager - following relevant training, to promote a strong GDPR culture.
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Assist in the coordination of charity vehicle fleet maintenance schedules and provide breakdown response support.
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Assist in the control and coordination of the use of charity space and assets, including liaising with contractors and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (STH) on relevant matters as required.
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Act as a designated keyholder, responsible for the opening and closing procedure.
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Manage the operations shared email inbox.
Site
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Event site working as required across South Yorkshire.
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Community working locations to facilitate our work in targeted outreach communities.
Health & Safety
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Serve as the first point of contact for all Health & Safety matters, including incidents and accidents, ensuring accurate recording and reporting.
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Provide operational and administrative support on all Health & Safety matters at our sites and external locations (including external events and the Outreach Service, updating COSHH reports).
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Assist in the procurement, delivery and recording of mandatory staff training needs.
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Help establish and maintain safe working practices and policies and undertake basic risk assessments.
Workwear and equipment
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Act as the first point of contact for workwear and equipment requests; including being responsible for issuing and returning stock, regular stock checks and ordering stock as required.
Tech Support
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Serve as the first point of contact for general IT enquiries.
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Consult with IT consultants to ensure adherence to processes.
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Work with the Operations Manager to implement processes that maintain the IT security score.
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Assist in the onboarding and offboarding of employees, including software licenses, logins, and induction training.
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Serve as lead administrator for key operational software, such as Webex phone system and Vatix Lone Worker App.
General Administrative Support & Development
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Handle general enquiries from staff, patients, and volunteers efficiently.
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Manage charity postal enquiries.
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Assist the Operations Manager with the procurement of stationery and consumables.
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Assist the wider team with ad hoc work and undertake small projects that support the charity's work. e.g. Events, Logistical and Tech Support.
Environmental Advocate
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Work with the Operations Manager to promote environmental awareness and encourage the charity adopts a green approach (e.g., recycling, energy use, carbon footprint).
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Identify and implement actions to reduce environmental impacts, costs, and/or increase income under the direction of the Operations Manager.
Hours:
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This post may require some flexible working. The charity offers an excellent Time in Lieu policy for hours completed outside of your normal working hours.
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.
What you do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Operations Assistant 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:
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You will be a forward thinking, team player with a ‘can do’ attitude & part of a fast-paced charity team.
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You will have excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
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Able to manage your own workload and priorities to agreed deadlines. Participate in and contribute to team meetings.
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Co-operate and liaise with colleagues, working in a professional manner at all times.
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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.
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Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships.
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Make a positive contribution to volunteer involvement in delivering the charity’s strategy and raising the profile of Weston Park Cancer Charity.
Closing Date: Monday 9th March 2026 at 23:30
Interview Date: Friday 13th March 2026
Please send a CV and covering letter demonstrating that you have read the job description / person specification and how you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of professional bodies and experience. The covering letter will form a key part of the recruitment process, and you should demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than two pages.
Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff.All applications are anonymised as part of the selection process, so please do not forward any documents in PDF format.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role
The Events Assistant will support our Engagement Officers in the day-to-day coordination and delivery of the events and outreach, such as our Fellas’ Forums and Fellas’ Fairs. Working alongside the Engagement Officer, Engagement Manager, Office Administrator, and wider team, they will assist in the promotion, organisation, facilitation, and evaluation of events and engagement activities, including large-scale events.
They will support a range of administrative and practical tasks, demonstrating strong organisational skills, the ability to multitask, and confidence in completing delegated responsibilities. This role will require travel across Essex and occasionally beyond. Please note some events will take place during evenings and weekends.
The Events Assistant will also contribute to wider engagement initiatives, including both traditional and innovative outreach methods, such as digital engagement or film-based activities, supporting project outcomes and community participation.
Working as part of the HWE team, the Events Assistant will help ensure that events, projects, and activities are well-coordinated, inclusive, and delivered in line with the principles and standards outlined in the HWE Strategic Plan.
To work with HWE staff, and especially the Business Planning Team, to support the delivery of high-quality and well-organised HWE ongoing forums and events. This includes:
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project planning, to ensure that the aims, objectives, and outcome plans are in place and that the intended activity is likely to achieve those outcomes; that suitable milestones and monitoring are in place; that budgets are realistic and represent best value; and that risks have been assessed.
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project delivery, including working with and coordinating HWE ambassadors and staff, as well as external partners/stakeholders, suppliers and contractors, to ensure that HWE projects and events are delivered according to plan;
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ensuring that project delivery is on time and on budget, and that risk mitigations are in place;
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working with the HWE communications team to ensure that there is a PR and communications plan in place, and that it is implemented as appropriate;
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ensuring that projects/events are evaluated appropriately, that outcomes are monitored, and that feedback is captured and provided to stakeholders.
Key accountabilities
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Demonstrable experience of working on projects and/or events.
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Experience working in a fast-paced environment, managing a potentially unpredictable workload.
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Knowledge and experience of using IT systems.
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Experience and knowledge of social media and its applications.
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Experience of community outreach and engagement.
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Ability to carry out events in evenings / weekends as required.
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To conduct other tasks and duties as considered reasonable by the CEO.
This role involves a Level 3 Apprenticeship with Colchester Institute.
We use your voice to improve health and care in Essex.
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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!
Project Trust is an education charity with over fifty years’ experience in international volunteering for young people. We organise challenging, long-term placements for 17–25-year-olds with partnership organisations in Africa, Asia and the Americas.
We annually select up to 200 young people from across the UK for immersive and focused teaching and youth development projects around the world. Our Volunteers are provided with training and support before, during and after their international placements and return home with broadened horizons and an impressive range of transferable skills, true Global Citizens.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and organised Digital Marketing Assistant to join our digital engagement team. This new role could be ideal for someone starting their career in digital communications, content creation or marketing.
As our Digital Marketing Assistant, you will support the day-to-day delivery of our digital content across social media, our website and other online platforms, telling the stories of our Volunteers and the impact of our work at Project Trust. You will support our digital marketing activity and fundraising campaigns, contributing to our digital engagement strategy. You will also be involved in wider organisational activities working directly with young people.
The role is home-based with some UK travel and the occasional requirement to work evenings and weekends.
Main areas of responsibility include:
· Collect stories, quotes, photos and videos from Volunteers before, during and after their placements
· Create engaging content and share on Project Trust’s social media channels (including posts, stories, reels, and simple graphics)
· Support digital campaigns to promote Volunteer opportunities, increase applications and fundraising
If you are passionate about youth development and want to use your digital skills to inspire the next generation, apply now.
DIGITAL MARKETING ASSISTANT
Responsibilities & duties
Digital content and communications
· Create engaging content for Project Trust’s social media channels (including posts, stories, reels, and simple graphics)
· Help plan, draft and schedule content in line with marketing and fundraising campaigns and key dates
· Support with maintenance and updating of Project Trust’s website
· Create digital assets such as images, short videos, blog posts, and email content
· Create content for and distribution of our newsletters
Story gathering and impact
· Collect stories, quotes, photos and videos from Volunteers before, during and after their placements
· Turn these into compelling digital content that shows the impact of Project Trust’s work
· Curate our library of digital content
· Support basic reporting on digital engagement and audience response
Volunteer recruitment and applications
· Develop digital campaigns to promote Volunteer opportunities and increase applications
· Assist with keeping application-related web pages and digital recruitment materials used up to date
Team and organisational support
· Work closely with the Digital Engagement Coordinator and Volunteer & Schools Engagement Team to support campaigns and day-to-day digital activity
· Contribute to wider organisational work with young people directly, such as Volunteer selection, training, pre-departure briefings and ongoing Volunteer support where needed
· Participate in events such as virtual open evenings and in-person sessions
Miscellaneous
· Administrative tasks associated with all of the above
· Within the job holder’s skills and abilities, support the Digital Engagement Co-ordinator and Volunteer & Schools Engagement Manager as required in other tasks or activities which contribute to the achievement of Project Trust’s objectives and its development
· Travel to attend meetings elsewhere in the UK, plus some evening and weekend working, required
Essential skills
· A demonstrable genuine interest in digital media, social platforms and storytelling
· Experience in creating content for social media, blogs or websites (this could be personal, voluntary or from studies)
· Good written communication skills and attention to detail
· Creativity and willingness to try new ideas
· Ability to organise your time, work independently and manage multiple small tasks
· An interest in international volunteering, youth development or the charitable sector
· Ability to travel to other parts of the UK as required
· Ability to work remotely from an appropriate home base
· Willingness to undertake work outside standard office hours
· Commitment to Project Trust’s purpose, approach, ethos
Desirable
· Understanding of running and supporting digital advertising, such as paid social or search ads (eg setting up campaigns, monitoring performance or supporting optimisation)
· Skills in tools such as Canva, Adobe, social media platforms or content management systems
· Knowledge of analytics tools (eg platform insights, Google Analytics) and an interest in using data to improve content
· Interest in photography, video or design
· Marketing or digital marketing qualification
Conditions of Service
The appointment will be made subject to Project Trust’s detailed terms and conditions of employment. Candidates should be aware that:
· The post holder will be required to obtain an enhanced Disclosure Scotland check (PVG)
· Any offer of appointment will be made subject to the receipt of satisfactory references
· The post holder must have the right to work in the UK
If you are passionate about youth development and want to use your digital skills to inspire the next generation, apply now.
How to apply
Download the job pack and return completed documents by 4 March 2026.
Please don't use AI in your applicaiton.We want to hear about you, your genuine interest in the role and why your skills, personality and values make you a great fit for the role.
First round interviews will take place in the week beginning 9 March 2026, on Microsoft Teams. Short-listed candidates will be asked produce a piece of work as part of the selection process.
Please note, we will be reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment.
The start date is late March/early April 2026.
Project Trust recognises the positive value of diversity and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Project Trust empowers young people to develop their confidence, resilience, awareness and leadership skills in cross-cultural exchange.
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 DESCRIBTION
Job title: Executive Assistant to the CEO
Contract: Part time, 3 days. Flexibility regarding working pattern: hours could be worked across 3 or 4 days in the week. Permanent contract.
Salary: £17, 398 pro rata (£29,000 full time equivalent)
Manager: Gestalt Centre CEO
Location: Hybrid working. In-person at London Kings Cross and remotely.
ABOUT US: THE GESTALT CENTRE
We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups, and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates, and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses, and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing.
As Gestalt Centre, our relationship with people who work for the centre starts from a place of trust. We see our structure as an organisational shape that we use to organise ourselves. What matters for us is how we all work together. We prioritise collaboration and ‘horizontal’ consultative decision making with individual and collective responsibility and accountability.
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
OUR PURPOSE is to promote the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations through Gestalt education, training and practice.
Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling, and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills and strengths.
OUR VALUES IN PRACTICE
Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination: We value equity and inclusion and welcome diversity and difference in backgrounds, identities, cultures, and voices. We also commit to anti-discriminatory action and encourage personal and collective awareness, reflection, and learning. It is integral to who we are and how we work and study together.
Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit. Our relationship with people who work, learn and access therapy at the centre starts from a place of respect and kindness. This way we create a space where we can show up, work, and learn authentically and meaningfully. Feel seen, heard, and included.
Collaboration and mutuality: We work and study together, collaboratively and with respect and appreciation for each other. Every person matters and so does the collective.
Community, awareness, and personal responsibility: We are a community of staff, students, practitioners, and clients; working, studying, and accessing therapy at the centre. Individually and collectively, we are responsible for our presence and behaviour. Also responsible for our community and the space we inhabit.
ABOUT THE JOB
Job Purpose
We are looking for an exemplary people-oriented administrator to provide administrative support to the Gestalt Centre CEO and the workstreams she manages. An important role in the organisation, working with senior leadership and across teams, in a welcoming and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow on the job.
Areas of work and responsibility
- Administrative Support to the Gestalt Centre CEO
- Coordinate and support projects and workstreams the CEO leads on: Operations, Communications and Marketing, Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications, HR, Finance, Policies, Fundraising and Health & Safety.
- Liaise with the CEO and the leadership team to update the organisational plan and workstream plans, also keep track of relevant priority actions and progress.
- Provide administrative support for governance processes such as the Annual Financial Audit, Trustee Board meetings, the Charity Commission and Companies House submissions.
- Provide administrative support to the organising and running fundraising activities and events.
- Administrative support and coordination for the annual planning of Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications programmes.
- Organise, provide administrative support, and attend as appropriate, weekly operational meetings, monthly Executive meetings, and other project meetings, led by the CEO. Prepare meetings set up, information and any required papers in advance. Organise dates, taking and sending out minutes and coordinate follow-up actions ensuring progress and completion.
- Liaise with the CEO to prepare, format, edit and update reports and policies for internal and external audiences to a high standard.
- Provide a professional first point of contact for the CEO and as required liaise with her and the leadership team in order to respond to emails or phone calls and organise follow up meetings.
- Office team support such as reception/admin cover or support with events, as and when occasionally required.
- Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Gestalt Centre values, policies and procedures.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Key Competencies and Qualities
- Educated to degree level or equivalent with good English and Maths.
- Experience working with and assisting senior leadership professionals.
- Excellent organisation and planning skills and experience, including balancing competing demands and prioritising effectively, forward planning and working to tight deadlines.
- Excellent coordination skills and good experience of coordinating projects, workstreams or activities.
- Excellent communication skills, including conveying information clearly and adjusting approach, manner, and language to suit varying situations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills (‘people person’) such as developing good working relationships with colleagues, working collaboratively and initiating relevant discussions to progress with work tasks.
- Experience and able to work well with senior professionals and in a positive professional matter.
- Able to work in a confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential way in a senior role and a therapy setting. Reliable and mature with a sense of personal responsibility for the role and the work involved.
- Flexibility and proactive problem-solving, always working with kindness and respect.
- Excellent attention to detail and confident with numbers.
- Good working knowledge and experience of databases and online administration systems, including information and files management.
- Able to plan and organise own work effectively and able to work well in a dynamic busy setting.
- Able to work collaboratively and independently on own initiative.
- Experience working effectively and appropriately with confidentiality and data protection in mind and in line with organisational policies and practice.
- Good working knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email, and the internet.
- Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
- Preferably experience working within an educational, training or therapy setting (desirable).
To apply please forward to Archie Rotap, your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2 pages, outlining how you meet the job requirements and the value you’ll bring to it. Archie's email can be found in the job description document attached.
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About RAP
The Regulatory Assistance Project is an independent, global nonprofit advancing the transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy systems. With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia, RAP works at the intersection of policy, markets, and implementation to accelerate decarbonization and equitable energy outcomes.
RAP is currently engaged in a strategic integration process to strengthen global impact and scale operational excellence. The Executive Assistant to the CEO plays a pivotal role in enabling effective executive leadership during this next phase of growth.
Position Summary
The Executive Assistant to the CEO is a highly trusted partner who enables strategic focus, operational effectiveness, and disciplined execution at the executive level. This role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs in a complex, global environment.
The successful candidate is a quick thinker, resourceful problem solver, and mission-driven professional who thrives in fast-moving, international settings. They bring composure under pressure, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing demands with professionalism and precision.
This individual will operate at the center of RAP’s leadership ecosystem, coordinating across senior leadership, board members, external partners, and global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the CEO’s complex global calendar across time zones with proactive prioritization and alignment to strategic objectives.
- Anticipate emerging issues and flag risks or dependencies early.
- Ensure follow-through on key commitments, action items, and cross-functional deliverables.
- Act as a gatekeeper and facilitator to protect executive focus while maintaining responsiveness.
- Facilitate information flow between the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.
- Coordinate high-level external meetings with policymakers, donors, and partner organizations.
- Draft correspondence and executive communications that reflect RAP’s values and strategic voice.
- Support travel planning, logistics, and preparation for international engagements.
- Maintain structured systems for document management, tracking, and workflow coordination.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve executive support infrastructure.
- Support expense reporting, contract coordination, and light project management as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting C-level executives, ideally within international nonprofit, policy, or mission-driven environments.
- Experience operating in complex, multi-country organizational structures.
- Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in other global languages is highly desirable.
- High digital fluency with productivity tools such as Microsoft 365 and collaboration platforms.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking: Understands organizational priorities and aligns executive time accordingly.
- Resourcefulness: Finds solutions independently and navigates ambiguity effectively.
- Agility: Adapts quickly to shifting priorities and evolving circumstances.
- Discretion: Exercises mature judgment in handling sensitive information.
- Global Mindset: Comfortable operating across cultures and time zones.
- Mission Alignment: Demonstrates commitment to clean energy transition and public interest work.
Working Model
This role can be structured as part-time or full-time, depending on candidate experience and organizational need. Flexibility in working hours is essential due to RAP’s global footprint.
The position may be based in Greater London or Berlin, with remote flexibility consistent with RAP’s operating model.
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You will provide day-to-day administrative support to the Managing Director (MD); editing and disseminating organisational materials for internal and external audiences; support preparation of Board of Trustee and Executive Team reports and meetings, and minute meetings; represent Afghanaid in coordination meetings. You will be required to work closely and effectively with all other departments of Afghanaid to achieve unity of purpose, results and optimal use of organisational resources.
Main Duties
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Coordinate the MD’s daily diary, screen email, draft correspondence and prepare documents for meetings and professional appointments.
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Provide preparatory materials and coordinate the MD’s external representation and fundraising engagements, draft talking points and speeches, visual presentation and workshop materials.
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Coordinate and support drafting of internal quarterly reports and other Executive Team reports, as well as the external Annual Report, and ensure appropriate distribution; edit other organisational strategic and operational documents as required.
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Minute Board of Trustee, Executive and other internal meetings attended by the MD.
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Research and write internal and external briefs and reports to be used in national and international level communications.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for managing requests from various departments to the Managing Director, ensuring efficient communication and follow-through on tasks.
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Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to schedule and organise meetings for the MD.
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Organise MD’s travel, trustees’ visits, annual retreat and other events as requested.
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Represent Afghanaid in advocacy and influencing forums and meetings.
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Assist the MD in monitoring performance indicators against strategic and operational plans.
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Support the communications focal point in the Kabul office, including taking photos and collecting case studies.
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Perform other relevant duties as assigned and approved by the MD.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Essential
Education:
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Master’s degree in relevant research-based discipline (Development, Anthropology, Policy and Research, International Relations or similar subjects) or an undergraduate degree with relevant experience.
Experience:
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Writing high quality policy and communications documents for public use
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Practical experience in a similar role
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Working with high levels of autonomy
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Voluntary or work experience within international development or charity sector
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Managing relationships with a variety of different stakeholders
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Coordinating research projects
Skills:
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Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), and familiarity with relevant AI tools
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Excellent written and spoken English (to native standard)
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Strong conceptual and analytical skills
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Integrity, honesty, transparency and a firm commitment to professional standards of confidentiality
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Sense of humour, initiative and self-motivation, excellent teamwork and communications skills, ability to work collaboratively with others
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Sensitivity to Islamic culture and respect of Afghan customs and traditions, able to live and work in a diverse environment
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Outstanding organisational skills, able to communicate and collaboratively manage competing priorities
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Drive to achieve results and get things done
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Ability to deal with difficult, challenging work situations and remain calm under pressure
Desirable
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Experience living, travelling or working in isolated and conflict locations/countries
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Firsthand understanding of the operating environment of humanitarian and development work in Afghanistan (or a similar context)
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Basic fluency in Dari or Pashto
Other Information
Afghanaid’s core values are creativity, fairness and honesty. Our staff are passionate about and proud of Afghanaid’s work. Teamwork is fundamental to our standards and demonstrated by taking initiative, assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary. We are results driven, committed and motivated to achieve targets and take accountability for our own actions.
This position is based in Afghanaid’s head office in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Due to security considerations, this is an unaccompanied post. International employees are entitled to 22 annual leave days, 25 rest and relaxation days, 5 travel days and 13 public holidays per year. Afghanaid also provides a generous travel allowance for international staff to take R&R out of the country.
Our remuneration and benefits package is competitive with other similar organisations.
You will be given a private room in the staff house where all Kabul-based international hired staff members live.
This position presents an excellent opportunity for someone who has the ambition and determination to gain a foothold in the international humanitarian relief and development sector and move up in their career.
Working with communities in Afghanistan to find long-lasting solutions and provide life-saving support to those in crisis.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Service Delivery Assistant to join the Pathfinder New Era team in Staffordshire, working 22.5 hours a week.
Pathfinder is a new project in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, which aims to reduce the waiting time for Family Court and aims to reduce re-traumatisation for victims of domestic abuse.
As a Service Delivery Assistant, you will be required to add referrals to the case management system, liaise with other domestic abuse agencies and support the wider Service Delivery Team where required.
If you can work well under pressure to deadlines, have excellent IT skills, and want to be part of an exciting new project, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we Offer:
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We are currently recruiting Hub Assistants for the below services:
- No Second Night Out Floating Hub, Various London locations throughout the year - Permanent
The Floating Hub is a time limited, intensive intervention for targeted cohorts of people sleeping rough in hotspots across London. It is a multidisciplinary 24/7 ‘pop up’ assessment hub lasting up to 21 days in each location.
- Rough Sleeping Prevention Service, Islington & Lambeth - Fixed Term Contract until March 31st 2027
The Rough Sleeping Prevention Project (RSPP) works across Islington and Lambeth and provides a rapid response service, intervening to ensure no one needs to sleep rough.
Candidates will be considered for all vacancies.
What you'll be doing
In the role of a Hub Assistant Worker is to jointly manage the safe day to day running of the project with other members of the team and to provide basic support and advice to clients. You will also be the first point of contact for clients and visitors and coordinating the Health and Safety within the service.
In this vital role, it is essential that you are flexible to work on the weekly rota to ensure services are accessible to those who are homeless, at the time they most need our support.
Working days are Monday – Friday. Exact hours to be agreed upon.
About you
We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic people to join us. If you have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives you don’t need to have direct experience to succeed in these roles. Why not give it a go by joining the team to support our clients on their recovery journey?
You’ll have good interpersonal and listening skills, patience and resilience and the ability to adapt to new situations. We will provide you with the rest through our training and development programs, where you will develop the skills to provide high quality person centred support to clients.
If you have a good understanding of the complex issues faced by homeless people and the ability to manage complex behaviours and to deal with people who may be in a difficult personal or emotional situation we encourage you to apply!
How to apply
To find out more and apply please click the apply button.
Early application is advised, as we may close the vacancy earlier than advised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Closing date: 10am on 4th March 2026
Interview and assessments on: 16th March 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
37 hours per week
We offer hybrid working (3 days per week in the office, 2 days working from home plus an occasional non-team day in the office)
About Us
Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.
Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.
As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.
The Benefits
We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, offices within walking distance of Hornbeam Park train station, and a whole lot more.
We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Internal Communications Assistant, you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.
The Role
As an Internal Communications Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the charity’s Internal Communications function. Working closely with the Internal Communications Manager and the wider Communications team, the successful candidate will engage employees with the work of the charity, shining a light on the impact it has on Yorkshire and beyond.
Reporting to the Internal Communications Manager, the role will support the delivery of the charity's strategy and align with the charity’s values. This will include generating content and supporting employee engagement initiatives and events.
Specifically, you will:
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Help keep the charity’s intranet up to date, making sure it always contains the most up-to-date charity news, information and resources.
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Write and proof-read articles and other messages for use internally.
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Support with the organisation and delivery of internal communication campaigns and events.
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Assist in creating engaging content for internal newsletters, employee briefings, and digital channels (e.g. Intranet and Teams).
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Represent the charity when communicating with employees, volunteers, and the public, acting as a brand ambassador and upholding the charity’s values.
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Support and undertake target audience research to support communication activity.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need:
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Proven experience working in a communication role.
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Evidence of continued professional development relevant to the role.
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Knowledge and / or qualification in a vocational or communications field (degree not essential).
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A relevant, recognised communication qualification is preferred but not essential.
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to use active listening skills and write professionally for different audiences.
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Strong organisational skills and ability to perform work to an extremely high level of accuracy and professionalism, paying close attention to detail.
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Ability to present data and information in a way that is meaningful to others.
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Happy to work independently and ask for support where needed, but also work with, and support colleagues to work towards a common goal.
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Ability to effectively prioritise workload to ensure the successful delivery of the role.
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Confident with Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, and associated apps.
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A collaborative team player who shows flexibility and an eagerness for new challenges.
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Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
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Comfortable sharing ideas, insights and learnings with colleagues to help the charity continually learn and improve.
Application
Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 2nd March 2026. Please read our privacy notice before applying.
Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer.We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us.
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Church Buildings Support Officer to help secure the long‑term, sustainable future of our historic church buildings—places of worship, community, culture, and heritage. In this vital role, you'll support congregations and community volunteers in caring for their buildings and championing their use for mission, ministry, and wider community benefit.
You will work across the Diocese to provide expert advice on building maintenance, heritage conservation, project management, funding, and community engagement—ensuring these unique buildings remain active, cared for, and sustainable for generations to come.
21 Hours per week to be worked over Monday to Friday, with some occasional evening and weekend meetings
Our vision, which is “to proclaim Christ and grow disciples”, underpinned by our three behaviour values: Prayerful, Christlike and Engaged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are now looking for a Finance Officer to join us on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week for a 12 month fixed-term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.
The Benefits
- Salary of £31,960 - £38,675 per annum
- 25 days' annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and additional leave over Christmas
- 7.5% employer pension contributions
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee protection scheme (life, critical illness, income protection)
This is a rewarding opportunity for an AAT qualified finance professional with strong accounts receivable experience to join our globally respected organisation.
You’ll play a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring the financial foundations are strong enough for our teams to undertake critical work on climate change, biodiversity loss and global inequality.
What’s more, you’ll gain valuable exposure to international financial operations, enjoy flexible hybrid working and contribute to a mission that goes far beyond the numbers.
So, if you’re ready to develop your expertise within a purpose-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Your Role
As a Finance Officer, you will support healthy, responsible finance across the organisation by managing accounts receivable processes.
Specifically, you will ensure that all funds owed to us are collected and recorded accurately and on time. Managing the end-to-end AR process, you will track incoming payments, maintain accurate records and conduct reconciliations to resolve discrepancies.
You will prepare aged debtor reports, follow up on outstanding balances and contribute to process improvements that enhance cash flow stability and reduce debtor days. You will also oversee staff expenses and credit card management, ensuring claims are compliant, accurately coded and processed efficiently.
Alongside weekly multi-currency bank reconciliations, you will support month-end and year-end processes, audit preparation and continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations.
Additionally, you will:
- Reconcile funder accounts and resolve unallocated or misposted payments
- Process international payments and manage foreign exchange considerations
- Administer the credit card portal in line with organisational policies
- Prepare debtor and cash flow reports for review
- Support tax reporting, compliance checks and donor financial reporting
- Act as a key contact for AR and expense-related queries
About You
To be considered as the Finance Officer, you will need:
- To be AAT qualified or possess equivalent experience
- Proven experience in accounts receivable and staff expense management
- Strong experience in cash receipt processing and debt collection
- Experience working with financial systems and accounting software
- Familiarity with multi-currency accounting and international payments
- Proficiency in accounting software and strong Excel skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload
- High accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
The closing date for this role is 9th March 2026. However, the role may close early if we have the right candidate.
Other organisations may call this role Accounts Receivable Officer, Finance Officer, AR Officer, Credit Control Officer, Finance Administrator, Accounts Technician, Accounts Junior, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Assistant.
IIED is a Global organisation that serves the Global Majority. We are committed to equity of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in IIED’s workforce, including members of minority groups and those with lived experience of the work we do. Even if you don't satisfy all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply, as we will offer training and development to upskill the right candidate for the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Woodland Trust is looking for an Assistant Outreach Adviser in our South East England team, to assist with delivering conservation impact through the creation, restoration and sustainable management of native wooded habitats on land outside the Trust’s own estate, contributing to the Trust’s objective of landscape scale ecological restoration.
The Role
• This is a key role in the South East England team and the role will offer the opportunity to learn on the job, working as part of a wider team providing advice to landowners and land managers, particularly farmers, to increase native tree cover on their landholdings, through creation of new woodland and agroforestry in its broadest sense
• You will also provide advice on sustainable management of existing wooded habitats on the landholding where appropriate.
• Assisting with project management and administration, such as the coordination of tree orders, and liaison with contractors and consultants.
• Working as part of a team, you’ll enable the delivery of woodland conservation activity outside the Trust’s own estate, including: creation of new native woodland, increasing tree cover outside woods, including through agroforestry, restoration and sustainable management of ancient and native woodland.
• This will be through partnerships, direct advice and other means. There will be a particular focus on working with the farming sector.
• Liaise with and manage relationships with key contractors, consultants and partners as required, and with other teams across the Woodland Trust.
• A company car will be provided for this role.
The Candidate
• You’ll need experience working in the land management sector with a good understanding of land management issues and a passion for conservation.
• You’ll be results driven and able to collaborate and work well in a team
• You’ll need some good knowledge of land management practices, and an ability to understand and engage with landowners and land managers from a variety of different practices and backgrounds.
• You must have a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude, excellent communication skills, and able to build effective partnerships internally and externally.
• A full driving licence is required.
Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, so they do not see your CV until shortlisting is completed. Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role.
Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply.
Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.
Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.
Interviews will be held via Teams on March 9th 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Office & HR Assistant (10 month fixed term contract, maternity cover)
Aga Khan Foundation
The position
To support the AKF(UK) team by running efficient and effective systems for front office and office operations. To support the Head of HR and work closely with the HR Officer in HR Administration. To cover for PA duties to the CEO when the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator is not available. This support and coordination role will help the office as a whole to sustain high professional standards and effectiveness. The Office & HR Assistant is responsible for: office administration (50%), HR, Health& Safety & security administration (45%), and IT administration (5%).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CORE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Office administration (50%)
- Answer the AKF UK main phone line and pass on messages to AKF (UK) employees as appropriate
- Open and process the post at the Aga Khan Centre and deliver to the relevant AKF (UK) employee
- Manage the “front office” email account and ensure emails are replied to or forwarded to the relevant AKF (UK) employee
- Support the greeting and receiving of AKF (UK) guests at AKC
- Book meeting rooms at AKC for colleagues and external partners and arrange catering as required
- Support AKF(UK) events, facilitate and support hosting of meetings and events for partners, including travel, visas, accommodation, and catering; this may require some out of office duties
- Manage the meeting schedule for All Staff Meetings
- Support the management of the organisation’s travel agent
- Support the management of the organisation’s mobile phone provider
- Arrange couriers for AKF (UK) employees as required
- Collect and maintain a detailed inventory of office equipment, IT equipment (mobile phones, laptops, desktops etc) and supplies
- Maintain the equipment purchasing guide with input from the IT Department
- Support the management of GDPR data lists and data requests
HR, Health, safety & security administration (45%)
- Maintain a detailed contact list for all AKF (UK) employees and keep it up to date
- Keep the AKF (UK) Emergency WhatsApp group up to date and share emergency messages as required
- Support recruitment processes by placing job adverts internally and externally
- Preparing and sending out offer letters and contracts as directed by the Head of HR
- Support the onboarding process including sending reference requests and background check requests
- Arrange induction and logistical arrangements for new employees including setting up phone, email, mobile, laptop, etc and purchasing new equipment as necessary
- Add new members to benefit schemes such as the private healthcare plan
- Arrange leaving process for AKF (UK) employees and ensure all equipment is returned
- Support the Head of HR with the administration of the HR Management System (MyAKF)
- Troubleshoot any issues or problems with the MyAKF HR system, working with the MyAKF helpdesk
- Provide MyAKF system training to new starters.
- Draft visa sponsorship letters for all AKF (UK) employees and submit for approval and signature
- Provide Visa invitation letters to visiting delegates/employees.
- Coordinate with our travel insurance providers to arrange additional coverage for employee travel where required.
- Act as a Health and Safety Officer and Fire Marshal for AKF (UK)
- Act as a AKF (UK) First Aider including obtaining annual certification
- Create and cultivate an office culture that contributes to the happiness and well-being of all employees.
IT administration (5%)
- Liaise with internal IT support as necessary to trouble-shoot issues and order equipment
- Work with IT services to ensure that all software is updated and maintained on individual’s computers and hardware on a regular basis.
Other
- Cover the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator’s workload during periods of sickness or annual leave
The requirements
Qualifications
- Educated to A-Levels desirable
Skills
- Highly organised with strong logistical skills and proven consistent attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills, tact, patience and ability to work in a cross-institutional, multicultural environment dealing with senior and high-level officials/persons and VIPs
- Excellent written communication and presentation skills and ability to draft and write effective copy and present to a range of audiences from senior-level to partners and suppliers
- Comfortable working independently and under minimal supervision but also forming an essential component of a team
- Strong operational and IT skills as well as an openness to learning new software and tools
Knowledge
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Apple applications
- Keen interest in international development and improving knowledge of these issues will be a distinct advantage
Experience
- Proven strong experience of office administration
- HR administration experience is desirable.
- Proven ability to multitask in a busy, open-plan office environment; ability to work under pressure, juggling various requests and deadlines
- Proven ability to deliver a consistently high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information
- Flexible approach to working, able to pick up a variety of tasks/projects with minimal supervision; ability to anticipate issues or scenarios when planning calls, meetings, or business trips, and to address them proactively
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.
Sector
Social Development
About the Agency
The Aga Khan Foundation is a leading global development organisation working to tackle the root causes of poverty. For more than 50 years, we have helped create strong community institutions that support sustainable, locally driven initiatives to improve the lives of millions of people. By combining local knowledge with global best practices, we strive to bring about transformative and long-lasting improvements to quality of life.
Working alongside the agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network and through partnerships with local communities, civil society and business as well as governments and international aid agencies, we are building a future where we all thrive together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.





