International Development Jobs

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The Community Fundraising Volunteer Officer is responsible for generating income from our community sources (Mosques, Islamic institutes and organisations) in accordance with agreed targets. This role involves planning and executing events with these organisations to deliver on our campaigns. A key part of this role will be to deploy volunteers in support of our events and to maintain their interest in continuing to volunteer with Muslim Aid. The post holder will be expected to travel nationally, sometimes at short notice. There will also be a need to work evenings and weekends during peak periods due to the nature of the post.

About the Role:

1. Maximise income generation from a diverse range of activities to achieve agreed income targets.
2. Develop relationships with individuals, communities, education institutions and mosques to enable fundraising in support of our strategy.
3. Promote donation campaigns at mosques and Islamic institutes to increase awareness and generate funding.
4. Organise and implement regional events and activities that are aligned with the Fundraising workplan and the needs of the organisation.
5. Organise volunteer resources to enable delivery of events and activities.
6. Produce evaluation reports on fundraising activities and incorporate any lessons learnt into the delivery of future activities.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Experience of direct accountability for financial or other targets.
2. An understanding and awareness of the value of social media and their fundraising potential.
3. Strong organisational and planning skills
4. Able to inspire people and to develop long-term relationships, with the gravitas to gain the trust and respect of relevant internal and external stakeholders.
5. Able to refine and implement plans to increase activity/campaign effectiveness.
6. Good negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills

Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as a Community Fundraising Volunteer Officer and help drive our fundraising efforts across the UK. Engage with mosques, Islamic institutions, and organizations to support impactful campaigns like Ramadan, and Qurbani. This role offers the chance to plan events, lead volunteer teams, and travel nationally to make a real difference. Be part of our mission to inspire communities and transform lives. Apply now!

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 25 days annual leave + 4 Privilege days
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

Country Director (Programme Manager) Fast-track leadership programme – Various global locations

Permanent, Full Time

Location – Various global locations across the HALO Trust operations

Salary – Starting salary of £50,000 gross per annum, increasing to up to £65,000 upon deployment (depending upon level of role and programme assigned) plus overseas allowances. International contract terms

About HALO:

The HALO Trust is the world’s largest and oldest international humanitarian mine action non-government organisation (NGO).

For over thirty years, we have been saving lives and helping war-torn communities recover, by making their land safe. Our mission is to protect lives and restore the livelihoods of those affected by conflict.

HALO is known for its work to clear landmines, but we also lead on dealing with unexploded ordnance, from bullets to aircraft bombs, and we educate communities to keep them safe. We also build safe arms stores and systems for securing guns. HALO was established in Afghanistan in 1988 and now employs over 11,500 staff in 30 countries and territories.

We are extremely proud of the work we do and the people in our team. For us all, it is more than just a job. It is a shared purpose.

About the Role:

Due to growth and internal promotions, we are very excited to be recruiting our next senior leaders, with the aim of these individual quickly becoming our next Country Directors (we call them Programme Managers here at HALO).

In order to set our future Programme Managers up for success, our fast-track leadership programme will train and skill you in numerous aspects of our operations.

You will initially undertake our 6-month Field Officer training programme in Cambodia and Sri Lanka. Here you will trained in our global landmine clearance operations both technically and operationally, focusing on leading our national teams on the ground in our global programmes. Upon completion of the Field Officer course, you will deploy to a programme in a senior position. This could be as Chief of Staff, Deputy Programme Manager or similar, where you will have leadership responsibility, but most importantly allowing you to experience how a HALO programme works.

Once this initial deployment concludes (around 12 months depending on your progress and HALO’s needs), your line manager and our talent management team will work with you to identify suitable Programme Manager roles as they become available. Depending on the number of applicants, these roles are likely to be competed.

The Programme Manager is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the programme, including the design, review, and implementation of the programme’s strategy in accordance with HALO’s organisational objectives and charitable purpose. This includes establishing long-term strategic goals for the programme and developing the capacity and strength of the existing team. The successful candidate to this role will be a strategic thinker who can demonstrate experience building a team’s capacity to achieve strategic objectives.

You will be responsible for the accountable execution of donor projects, working directly with relevant stakeholders in-country and liaising with others remotely. You will also be responsible for the creation of project implementation plans, monitoring and adjustment to ensure successful delivery to donors. The successful candidate for this role must be comfortable monitoring delivery at a higher level, as well as getting involved in the detail when needed. The successful candidate will need to have exceptional liaison, organisational and financial acumen.

The Programme Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance across all departments in the programme in accordance with internal, national and international regulations and legislation. They will report to the respective Head of Region and coordinate with HALO’s HQ.

The successful candidate will need to be an inspiring leader, capable of managing a large and diverse workforce with a focus on empowerment, communication, and professional development. The Programme Manager will improve HR and safeguarding processes and procedures with a desire to lead on implementing impactful systematic change. This role requires a candidate with strong coordination capabilities, and a commitment to lead by example to maintain high professional standards.

The Programme Manager’s time will be split between in country HQ offices with occasional travel to the regional operations in country.

HALO requires its applicants to work in line with our values, which are:

• Courage
• Discipline
• Integrity
• Respect for Others
• Loyalty
• Selfless Commitment

The Programme Manager position is a strategic leadership role, and we’re looking for individuals with strong programme management skills, with experience of managing large scale projects.

You will be an experienced senior leader of people who knows how to get the best out of their diverse team operating in complex political and often austere environments. Previous experience in the mine action or arms control sector is desirable; however, we know that talent comes from different sector backgrounds be that ex-Armed Forces, the humanitarian sector, business or those who have invested in their leadership capability through an MBA.

Above all you will be a seasoned leader who will thrive in our sector, who fully buys-in to our purpose and who will make a real difference to the people they lead, and the beneficiaries that we serve.

Who we're looking for:

Key Skills and Competencies Required

Essential

• Significant senior leader experience
• Experience in managing compliance across project management, financial, labour law and other departmental functions
• Experience in strategy building and implementation
• Experience establishing and building new stakeholder relationships
• Financial management, including budget building
• Experience leading and managing teams, building capacity and an inclusive workplace
• Experience in project design, proposal writing and review
• Experience monitoring project performance against indicators
• Experience assessing and managing risk
• Experience in incident and/or crisis management
• Results based management experience
• Demonstrable confidence in public speaking and liaison
• Project management experience
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Fluent English

Desirable

• Experience of working overseas in complex political environments
• Good donor relationship management, including reporting and other communications
• Experience working with a variety of donor types, such as government, private, corporate and foundations
• Experience in Safeguarding management
• Experience in mine action or arms control sector
• Experience in international development
• Experience working on projects relating to gender and women’s empowerment

Benefits

• Starting salary of £50,000 gross per annum, increasing upon deployment (depending upon level of role and programme assigned)
• Local overseas allowance of $350 per month
• Shared or private accommodation in HALO accommodation provided at nil cost. Accompanied posting will also be considered but cannot be guaranteed.
• 49 days annual leave increasing to 56 days after 2 years’ service
• Three economy return flights to the member’s official home address (or an alternative location up to an equivalent cost)
• Non contributary life assurance (3 x salary)
• Retirement savings plan
• Private medical health cover
• Comprehensive insurance package: life assurance and emergency medical insurance, including evacuation and repatriation.

The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is both diverse and inclusive and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring that it provides a safe and trusted environment which safeguards and promotes the welfare and well-being of anyone who comes into contact with, or is part of, the Charity, with a zero-tolerance approach to behaviours which challenge this.

If you wish to apply, please submit your CV (no more than 2 pages) and a covering letter (no more than one page). Closing date for applications will be 29th January 2025.

We will be reviewing and processing applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close the advert before the advertised closing date. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

Are you a senior level fundraising professional seeking a new challenge? If so, we would like to hear from you.

As Head of Fundraising, you will have overall accountability for Trust’s fundraising strategy. You will need to be a skilled and strategic leader with strong interpersonal and management skills and a proven track record in senior level fundraising. You will also have experience in communications and promoting the brand of an organisation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this pivotal role will work closely with the wider senior management team (SMT) and inspire and lead the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team.

This role’s primary responsibilities will be as follows:

 Strategic Development and Implementation

 · Provide leadership, strategy and direction for the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team comprising 16 in the UK and 3 in Nepal.

· Be part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contributing to the Trust’s wider vision and strategic direction as well as providing updates and reports for the SMT and Trustees.

· As the organisational expert on fundraising, work closely with the Trust CEO and SMT to ensure that all fundraising activity reflects the vision and agreed priorities of the Trust.

Fundraising

· Implement the Trust’s five-year fundraising strategy (income c.£14m pa), and be accountable for the delivery of operational plans, defining targets and identifying new sources of income.

· Develop and implement fundraising policies and procedures ensuring all fundraising remains safe and legal, including all data held within the CRM

· Create a donor-centric culture within the Trust, implementing an accurate and robust system to deliver effective supporter journeys across all disciplines – individual giving, major donor, legacy, trust and corporate, and community fundraising.

· Keep abreast of current fundraising trends and standards as well as historic analysis of our own activities to optimise all fundraising approaches.

 Budgeting and Reporting

· Preparation of the annual fundraining income and expenditure in line with the GWT budget cycle and management of in-year income and expenditure, including variance analysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts for the 12-month period.

· Work closely with the Head of Finance GWT and the Finance team in Nepal to agree the details and split of unrestricted and restricted projects to be funded each year.

Leadership and Line Management

· Provide strategic direction to all areas of fundraising, nurturing team members to develop their knowledge and expertise, and maintaining a passionate and engaged group of staff committed to delivering excellence for the Trust.

· Coach, inspire and motivate direct reports and other members of the team as well as providing guidance and direction to deliver their objectives and develop their skills and expertise in their roles.

KEY SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Applicants for this position should be able to satisfy the following criteria:

Experience:

Essential

· Senior level successful track record in a charity fundraising environment

· Developing and implementing strategies and operational plans successfully for fundraising, marketing and communications

· Setting, managing, and reporting on six figure+ budgets

· Experience of leading and managing a successful team

· Experience of brand development and management

· Demonstrable experience of shaping organisational objectives

· Educated to degree or relevant experience

Desirable

· Project management qualification or relevant experience

· Experience of working in the NFP sector, ideally within humanitarian/development or military causes

• Experience of using CRMs

Skills/competencies:

Essential

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail

· Extensive IT skills, including MS Office

· Budget management, financially literate

Desirable

· Strong proof-reading skills

Membership of a relevant professional body 

Knowledge:

Essential

· Knowledge of legislation, regulations and best practice in fundraising and marketing

· Fundraising fundamentals

· PR techniques and digital marketing (inc. PPC & AdWords)

· Branding/style trends and standards

· Fundraising and social media landscape

· An appreciation of strategic issues – and how marketing can inform them

· Using analytics and consumer behaviour to shape activities

Desirable

· Prior experience of and/or involvement with marketing & communications.

Personal attributes:

Essential

· Strong interpersonal and people management skills

· Ability to influence and persuade a diverse range of stakeholders

· Ability to multi-task, prioritise and solve workloads on own initiative

· Strong communication and negotiation skills

· Creative thinker, enthusiastic and flexible

· Approachable demeanour

· Willingness and ability to work additional hours as required at events and business meetings (for which TOIL is offered)

· Empathy with The Gurkha Welfare Trust cause

Desirable

· Interest in social causes

Interest in Nepal/military

We've been harvesting rainwater in remote communities for almost 40 years. Our work improves health, reduces poverty, builds climate change resilience and increases the attendance of girls at school. We are looking for someone special to join our small team in an exciting new fundraising role - could that be you?

Our new CEO joined in March 2024 and has led the development of a new three-year strategy focusing on the expansion of our existing programmes in Africa - income growth is vital to support this aim.

This new role will be responsible for generating an increase in our income from fundraising channels largely not explored by the existing team. You would work closely with the CEO but would need to be comfortable being highly autonomous and self-sufficient. You would have demonstrable success and in-depth knowledge of at least three of the following fundraising channels: corporates, individuals, community/events, major donors, legacies.

Please note:

• If you would like to apply, please review the Role Pack as this contains details of the type of experience, knowledge, skills & attributes we are looking for - these elements will be used for shortlisting candidates and to identify areas to explore during interview.
• This role is remotely based but it important you live in/near London to meet with the CEO and funders.

Work setting: Hybrid (1 day a week from the office)

Salary: £34,000 to £37,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: 1 year FTC (Maternity Cover)

Hours: Part-time

Location: London

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for delivering impactful programmes? Do you excel in a role that combines grants administration, monitoring and evaluation, and programme support (MEAL)? Are you familiar with financial information such as budgets and forecasts, preparing reports accordingly?

TPP are recruiting a Grants & Impact Officer on behalf of our client, an internationally recognised charity.

Benefits:

• Life assurance (up to 3x the base salary)
• Employer pension contribution of up to 7%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discount vouchers
• Free eye test
• Cycle to work scheme

The Role:

As a Grants & Impact Officer, you will lead the management of a grants programme, oversee MEAL activities, and support impactful initiatives. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure effective programme delivery while championing a culture of learning and accountability.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage the grants programme, from application to reporting.
• Coordinate meetings and prepare detailed grant analyses and documentation.
• Develop and implement MEAL frameworks, providing training and guidance to stakeholders.
• Analyse impact data and prepare comprehensive reports to inform strategy and fundraising.
• Lead the coordination of a quarterly report, promoting engagement with stakeholders.
• Support the production of publications, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Act as a first point of contact for service users, providing support and connecting them to resources.

Requirements:

• Experience managing grants programmes, ideally within the charity sector.
• Expertise in MEAL techniques, with the ability to build frameworks and deliver training.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with financial information, including budgets and forecasts.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with high attention to detail.
• Empathy and commitment to the mission of supporting vulnerable communities.

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!

TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn't quite right for you, please do check out our website and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an international environmental charity he position will be offered on a permanent, hybrid contract.

The organisation’s hybrid working model enables employees to enjoy the benefits of both office based and remote working. They ask that staff work from the office in Islington 40% of their time, with 20% required as a minimum. Reasonable adjustments as well as specific office-based needs will be considered for those with long term health conditions and disabilities.

The Head of Insight and Analytics will lead a team of five to develop data-driven initiatives that will contribute to the organisation’s mission to halve emissions and restore biodiversity by the end of this decade in a fair and equitable way.

You will expand the organisation's insight and analytics work across all areas, ensuring that the organisation is at the forefront in using data and insights to inform campaigning, fundraising, digital initiatives, and volunteer organising. Your efforts will enhance the quality and comprehensiveness of insights available to inform decision-making across departments, supporting the development of cohesive strategies.

You will work closely with the Head of Data, who leads a team of five dedicated to data operations and development. Together, you’ll ensure seamless integration and alignment between your areas, driving progress towards shared objectives. Your leadership will cultivate new business partnerships and an environment of agility and innovation, inspiring creativity and collaboration as we work together towards a sustainable future.

The successful candidate will be an experienced insights or analytics leader, ideally with experience of supporting within a campaigning organisation. You be a collaborative leader, with the ability to drive change and transformation whilst inspiring and influencing those around you. Finally, you will bring analytical expertise and proficiency in SQL and BI platforms, such as Tableau and Power BI.

First Stage Interviews: 11th and 12th Feb.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. Should you require any support with your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Matt at Prospectus.

In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.

The Senior Programme Officer (SPO) is critical to the successful delivery of the Advocacy and Creative Programme. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the SPO will oversee the integration of creativity into advocacy work and manage key creative initiatives such as the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and the creative elements of the Commonwealth People’s Forum. 

Key tasks and responsibilities

The postholder will undertake the following key tasks:

Lead the integration of creativity into our advocacy work 

• Serve as the creative lead for the Foundation’s advocacy work, including the Critical Conversations series.

• Develop materials and resources to support partners in integrating creativity into their advocacy.

• Advise colleagues on Foundation-supported initiatives that use creativity as a tool for change.

Manage the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and our online creative content and community 

With additional support from an intern, the post holder will:

• Administer all processes related to the Prize, from submission call to winner announcements.

• Nurture relationships with stakeholders, including judges and partners, to build the Prize’s profile.

• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute an effective communications strategy for the Prize.

• Oversee our online creative content, including the literary magazine adda and creative opportunities.

Lead the creative elements of the Commonwealth People’s Forum (CPF) 

• Act as the creative lead for the Commonwealth People’s Forum (CPF), ensuring creativity is integrated into events and activities.

• Cultivate and manage relationships with creative partners.

• Oversee the delivery and evaluation of creative elements within CPF.

Whole of Foundation support

• Contribute to programme planning, monitoring, and reporting. 

• Support cross-programme initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s strategic goals. 

Elrha is a global organisation that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. 

We are looking for an experienced Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Adviser to join our growing team on a fixed term contract which may be renewed, subject to funding. 

The implementation of the new organisational strategy poses new challenge and opens new exciting opportunities for our impact tracking and assessment. In this role you will have the opportunity to help shape our MEAL thinking, systems and processes, to ensure that they are fit for purpose to assess the impact of our Research and Innovation work, and to capture learning to guide our strategic and programmatic decisions.

Your application will need to demonstrate: 

• Experience in supporting Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning processes at organisational, programme and/or project level;
• Demonstrable experience and/or interest in key issues and current debates in humanitarian practice.
• Familiarity with humanitarian research and innovation, and experience working/living in humanitarian contexts, would also be an advantage.

If you want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector, then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.   

We offer: 

• Remote working as standard – staff can access office bases in London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Manchester if required/ appropriate. We expect staff to attend team meetings and away days in person as required. 
• As standard we work 35 hours per week. We are also happy to discuss flexible working patterns and many of our staff work non-standard working hours. 
• Our benefits include minimum 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution), life cover, organisational sick pay, family friendly pay and leave schemes; incremental increase in annual leave (25 day basic entitlement) depending on length of service, opportunities for learning and development, a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and retail discounts platform. 

Note for applicants: 

• Please read through the Information for Candidates document for further information to support your application, including details on Our Values, Strategy, Benefits and Salary. 
• Candidates must have the independent right to work in UK at the time of appointment as we are unable to support visa sponsorship for this role. 
• Please read through the job description for a detailed list of requirements, and ensure you complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you. 
• When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children UK recruitment system. Elrha is an independent subsidiary of SCUK and benefits from some SCUK systems and processes. 

Goodman Masson are currently partnered with Crisis Action to recruit for their new Finance and Operations Director!

Crisis Action is a pioneering and award-winning organisation whose aim is to prevent human suffering caused by armed conflict. With a unique model of working behind the scenes to catalyse joint action, Crisis Action brings together its global network of civil society organisations to leverage their respective skills, expertise, and resources and increase their collective impact in changing the calculations of the world's most powerful decision makers to take meaningful action to protect civilians from war and violence.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing financial management and reporting strategies as well as ensuring strong financial control processes across the team. You will also oversee the IT team, ensuring the development of strong IT policies.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Support the Senior Management Team to shape long-term organisational strategy
• Lead on organisational strategies and plans encompassing finance, operations, IT and risk management
• Offer expert financial advice and analysis to aid management teams in strategic decision making
• Support the CEO in risk management
• Provide overall leadership to the finance function, ensuring strong finance systems are in place
• Lead the relationship with Crisis Action's auditors
• Ensure the funds of Crisis Action are invested to achieve maximum returns
• Oversee organisational security systems and processes
• Ensure the development of a strong IT policy

Essential:

• CCAB Qualified Accountant
• Significant leadership experience at a senior level in the charity or Not for Profit sector
• Extensive senior strategic level experience managing finance functions
• Strong understanding of Charity SORP
• Knowledge of IT and infrastructure

Salary is circa£80,000 (Subject to experience) + Excellent Benefits.

Applications close on Friday 24th January. Please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Media and PR Adviser

Location: Hybrid, Old Street, London
Salary: £46,354 per annum
Hours: 34.5 hours per week
Department: Strategic Communications and Content
Job Type: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent

Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future.   

We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal. 

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious Media and PR Advisor to join our Strategic Communications and Content Unit. This is a senior role within the organisation’s busy press office and the post-holder will be responsible for developing comprehensive strategic communications plans and enhancing our reputation and awareness among key stakeholders.

From securing high quality media coverage in target outlets, to planning and delivering consumer-facing PR strategies for integrated fundraising and influencing campaigns, this varied and fast-paced role is pivotal to the organisation’s successful delivery of our brand awareness, fundraising and influencing objectives.

The successful candidate will have a track record of working in a busy press office. They will possess an outstanding news sense, significant consumer PR experience, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, a strong network of journalist relationships, and proven experience managing successful PR campaigns alongside reputational risk.

Able to work effectively in a fast-changing external environment, the candidate will be skilled responding quickly to emerging news as well as proactively developing stories that meet objectives. They will be comfortable commissioning and collecting high-quality written and visual content, ideally in a global context. Above all, they will be able to demonstrate a passion for gender equality and creating a safer, more just world for all children.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Wednesday 29 January 2025
Interviews will take place on week commencing Monday 10 February 2025

For further detail of this role, please see the job profile. 

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to work for us. Accordingly, appointment to all our roles is subject to a range of vetting checks and for this role this will include a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.

Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

REF-219127

Trust Officer

Contract: Permanent, full time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £33,233 – £34,894 per annum with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK

Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid:

Want to use your skills in high value fundraising to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?

We need passionate, creative and dedicated people to work with us to achieve this goal. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.

Join WaterAid as Trust Officer to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.

About the Team:

The WaterAid UK Philanthropy and Trusts team is a dynamic and ambitious group of 15 people who are committed to building WaterAid’s most significant relationships with philanthropists and trusts. The team has been earmarked as an area for growth under our UK Fundraising Strategy, so now is an exciting time to join, helping to shape our team trajectory and achieve our vision!

About the Role:

As Trust Officer, you will both work with existing trust supporters of WaterAid as well as recruit new donors to our cause. You will collaborate with colleagues in the UK and across the world to develop compelling proposals and reports, provide excellent bespoke stewardship, and meet with donors to understand their motivations and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships.

In this role, you will bring experience of working with high value donors and an energy to work collaboratively and be a strong advocate for WaterAid’s work with a trust audience.

Stewardship of existing Trust Partners (30%)

• Implement the highest standards of donor stewardship to effectively and creatively manage a varied portfolio of WaterAid’s trust and foundation partners with a propensity to give between £25k-100k per annum and other non-financial support.
• Build excellent working relationships at all levels within trusts and foundations, including with senior staff and trustees in order to influence decision-making.
• Develop and implement stewardship plans for all relationships within the Officer portfolio, delivering against a personal income target. This will include producing engaging communications, organising meetings with trusts and making full use of WaterAid events as appropriate for different donors.

Development of new Trust Partnerships (50%)

• Proactively drive forward opportunities with trusts with a propensity to give between £25k-100k per annum who don’t currently support WaterAid, bringing them on board.
• Collaborate with Trust Team colleagues and our Prospect Research function to map funder networks and identify new funding opportunities.

Team systems, coordination and strategy (20%)

• Maintain and utilise our CRM database to manage account information and monitor donor performance in line with data protection regulations.
• Support the Trust Team as a whole with research and administration tasks as and when required.

About You:

To be successful, you’ll need: 

• Excellent communication skills including the ability to write accurately and persuasively, tailoring information to produce high-quality and compelling proposals, reports and presentations.
• Proven ability to build and maximise relationships with donors.
• Excellent cross-team working, with the ability to gain buy-in and cooperation from colleagues both in the UK and overseas.
• Excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail, ability to analyse and prepare budgets, forecast donor income and report on results.
• Organised and methodical approach to plan and deliver against a varied workload, managing competing priorities under your own initiative and to strict deadlines.
• Experience in handling objections and negotiating successful, mutually beneficial outcomes for internal and external relationships.
• Experience of and an ability to use a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database to extract data to inform management decisions.

View full job description.

Closing date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 2nd February 2025. Availability for an interview is required the week commencing 10th February 2025.

How to Apply: Click ‘Apply’ to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV. 

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

Pre-employment screening: To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Benefits:

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day

Our Commitment:

Our People Promise:

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

Equal opportunities:

We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:

We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

It’s hard to believe that today 771 million people do not have clean water and 1.7 billion do not have a decent toilet – around 1 in 5 of the world’s population. Every two minutes a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation.

Join WaterAid as our Programme Manager to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you'll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.

• Contract type: Fixed Term
• Employment type: Full-time
• Working hours per week:39.5
• Location: Accra

The Program Manager, WASH and Climate Change, is tasked with leading the integration and the Program Manager, WASH and Climate Change, plays a critical role in advancing WaterAid’s strategic ambition to achieve universal, sustainable WASH access while integrating climate resilience into all initiatives. This role leads the design, implementation, and oversight of WASH programs, ensuring their growth, effectiveness, and alignment with WaterAid’s strategic priorities and national climate adaptation goals.

The manager provides technical leadership, driving the adoption of climate-resilient WASH practices and overseeing program performance, including budget management, to maximize impact and resource efficiency. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the manager identifies opportunities to scale interventions, strengthen systems, and address climate-related challenges in vulnerable communities. Additionally, the Program Manager fosters sector-wide impact by influencing policy, building capacity, documenting and sharing lessons learned, and engaging with key stakeholders. By harmonizing WASH and climate frameworks, the role ensures WaterAid delivers transformative, scalable, and climate-resilient solutions to address the needs of the most vulnerable populations.

How to Apply

If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, click on apply to download the full Job Description and send your application, consisting of a letter of interest using the link supplied in the JD.

Deadline 22 January 2024

Please note: to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in Ghana.

Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date for applications.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight and Policy Alignment:

• Lead the design and implementation of WASH and Climate Change programs and projects, ensuring the delivery of sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient services.
• Provide technical leadership on WASH system strengthening and climate adaptation, including sector assessments, planning, financing, and alignment with climate policies.
• Contribute strategic insights to the development and review of the Country Strategy to align WASH and climate change programming with national priorities, WaterAid’s vision, and global climate goals.

Program and Project Management:

• Manage the full lifecycle of WASH and Climate Change programs and projects, ensuring compliance with WaterAid’s standards, values, and donor requirements.
• Ensure projects achieve high technical quality by adhering to national best practices, climate-resilient approaches, and WaterAid’s Program Quality Standards.
• Embed cross-cutting themes such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Gender Equality, Social Inclusion, and climate change adaptation into all phases of projects and team operations.
• Strengthen and maintain systems for project and program performance monitoring, ensuring continuous improvement, integration of climate indicators, and timely reporting.

Team Leadership and Talent Management:

• Mobilize and manage implementing partners, fostering strong collaborations to deliver successful WASH and Climate Change projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, donors, private sector actors, and community leaders, with a focus on climate-resilient initiatives.
• Develop and implement capacity-building initiatives for sector actors and partner organizations, ensuring alignment with WaterAid’s climate and sustainability strategies.

Partner Engagement and Relationship Management:

• Mobilize and manage implementing partners, fostering strong collaborations to deliver successful WASH and Climate Change projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, donors, private sector actors, and community leaders, with a focus on climate-resilient initiatives.
• Develop and implement capacity-building initiatives for sector actors and partner organizations, ensuring alignment with WaterAid’s climate and sustainability strategies.

To be successful, you’ll need 

Essential Skills

• A university degree or professional qualification in a relevant field such as Public Health, Social Science, Project Management, or Development Studies.
• At least 2 years of experience in project planning, community engagement and mobilization and good understanding of project management cycle.
• Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgement.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups.
• A proactive approach to challenges, focused on achieving results and implementing solutions efficiently.
• Presentation, facilitation, and communication skills
• Computer literate and skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams
• Fluency in English and local languages of Upper West Region of Ghana, facilitating community engagement and inclusivity.
• Fully committed to WaterAid’s vision, mission and values and a way of working that demonstrates this, with the ability to communicate this enthusiasm to others.

Click on ‘Apply’ to download the job description.

We’re looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We’re looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges.

In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.

WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for abuse (of power, privilege or trust), inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, harassment, bullying or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of the communities in which we work, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

We celebrate the diversity of our staff, partners and everyone with whom we work to create a culture where everyone feels respected, included and can be their best.

WaterAid is an equal opportunity and is committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, inclusion and fairness. We welcome applications from all. Should you have a disability or special needs and require additional assistance with your application, please contact us. If a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the role, they will be guaranteed an interview.

No recruitment agencies please.

It’s hard to believe that today 771 million people do not have clean water and 1.7 billion do not have a decent toilet – around 1 in 5 of the world’s population. Every two minutes a child under five dies from diarrheal diseases caused by poor water and sanitation. 

Join WaterAid as our Programme Manager to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. On top of that you'll be joining a 2020 Great Place to Work® award-winning organisation.

• Contract type: Fixed Term
• Employment type: Full-time
• Working hours week:39.5
• Location: Tamale/Bongo

The Programme Manager, Universal Access and Sustainable WASH, plays a critical role in driving WaterAid’s strategic ambition to achieve universal access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). This position leads the design, implementation, and oversight of WASH programs, ensuring their growth, effectiveness, and sustainability. The role is responsible for providing technical leadership, managing program performance, and overseeing the overall program budget to ensure resources are utilized effectively and deliver maximum impact.

With a focus on program growth, the Programme Manager identifies opportunities for scaling up interventions and integrating system-strengthening approaches. They ensure efficient program operations by aligning activities with WaterAid’s strategic priorities and national development goals. Additionally, the role drives sector support activities such as influencing policy, building capacity, and documenting lessons learned to enhance sector impact.

How to Apply

If you are interested in the position and have the right skills and attributes, click on apply to download the full Job Description and send your application, consisting of a letter of interest using the link supplied in the JD.

Deadline 22 January 2024

Please note: to apply for this role you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in Ghana.

Only candidates shortlisted for interviewing will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date for applications. 

Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight and Policy Alignment:

• Lead the design and implementation of Universal WASH programs and projects, ensuring the delivery of sustainable, inclusive, and scalable WASH services.
• Provide technical leadership on WASH system strengthening, including sector assessments, planning, financing, and policy alignment.
• Contribute strategic insights to the development and review of the Country Strategy to align WASH programming with national priorities and WaterAid’s vision.

Program and Project Management:

• Manage the full lifecycle of Sub-National Universal Access programs and projects, ensuring compliance with WaterAid’s standards, values, and donor requirements.
• Ensure projects achieve high technical quality by adhering to national best practices and WaterAid’s Program Quality Standards.
• Embed cross-cutting themes such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Gender Equality, and Social Inclusion in all phases of projects and team operations.
• Strengthen and maintain systems for project and program performance monitoring, ensuring continuous improvement and timely reporting.

Team Leadership and Talent Management:

• Supervise, mentor, and support team members to foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and performance management of direct reports and staff under Aim 1.
• Build team capacity to ensure they are equipped to deliver high-quality WASH programming.

To be successful, you’ll need to have: 

Essential Skills 

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as Development Planning, Public Administration, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Water Resources Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in WASH programming, or development roles within international development organizations or government agencies, with a focus on designing and managing impactful programs.
• Advanced knowledge across all WASH sub-disciplines and a proven ability to lead and manage complex, multi-year rural and urban water, sanitation, and hygiene programs using systems-strengthening approaches.
• Extensive experience in designing and managing large-scale development programs, particularly those funded by major donors (e.g., USAID, FCDO, GAC), ensuring compliance with technical and financial requirements.
• Strong ability to translate strategic visions into actionable work plans, ensuring the delivery of sustainable and scalable program outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, negotiate, and build strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including governments, donors, NGOs, and communities, to drive program objectives.
• Proven capacity to inspire, mentor, and lead diverse, cross-functional teams in achieving high performance, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Creative and forward-thinking approach to tackling challenges and identifying innovative solutions that improve program impact and efficiency.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic and challenging environments, with a focus on flexibility, perseverance, and proactive decision-making.
• Proficiency in MS Office, web conferencing tools, and information management systems, with the ability to leverage ICT tools like GIS, mWater, and Power BI for project tracking and reporting.

Click on ‘Apply’ to download the job description.

We’re looking for people who share a commitment to our vision. We’re looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges.

In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.

WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for abuse (of power, privilege or trust), inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, harassment, bullying or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of the communities in which we work, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. 

We celebrate the diversity of our staff, partners and everyone with whom we work to create a culture where everyone feels respected, included and can be their best. 

WaterAid is an equal opportunity and is committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, inclusion and fairness. We welcome applications from all. Should you have a disability or special needs and require additional assistance with your application, please contact us.

If a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the role, they will be guaranteed an interview. 

No recruitment agencies please.

Finance Manager

We Are Seeking a Finance Manager to lead the financial strategy and operations of a global charity working to create positive change in communities worldwide.

Position: Finance Manager

Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annum

Location: Remote, with occasional travel

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Closing Date: 31st January 2025

About the Role

The Finance Manager will oversee and manage the financial strategy, operations, and compliance of the Foundation. You will lead the Finance Team, ensure robust financial planning and reporting, and support the charity’s long-term sustainability. Working closely with the leadership team, you will contribute to strategic decisions and provide financial guidance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Managing financial operations, including payroll, cash flow, and multi-currency transactions.
• Ensuring compliance with UK charity regulations and laws.
• Preparing financial reports for trustees, donors, and other stakeholders.
• Supervising the Finance Officer and supporting team development.
• Managing the audit process and implementing recommendations.
• Supporting fundraising efforts by preparing budgets and contributing to strategy.
• Monitoring and mitigating financial risks while maintaining robust internal controls.
• This role is pivotal in maintaining GDF’s financial health and aligning financial decisions with the organisation’s mission and values.

About You

Are you looking to put your financial skills towards a meaningful cause? And use your expertise to make a real difference? We are seeking an experienced and proactive finance professional with a strong background in charity financial management to work with a values-driven organisation that empowers change makers worldwide. 

Essential skills and experience include:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CCAB, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior financial management role within a charity or non-profit.
• Strong knowledge of UK charity finance regulations.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency in financial software (QuickBooks required).
• Experience with donor-funded projects and multi-currency transactions.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication abilities
• Experience in dealing with multiple currencies and managing payment to and from high risk geographical locations
• Skills in training and capacity-building for finance and non-finance staff.

About the Organisation

The charity works with changemakers to help communities and environments flourish. They have over 20 years of experience in finding integrated solutions to interconnected environmental and social crises. They support changemakers operating at varied scales- enhancing their impact through organisational development, capacity building, leadership training, mentoring, networks of solidarity and resource mobilisation. They bridge the gap between the grassroots and the global, to help preserve biodiversity, promote sustainable livelihoods and build better relationships with the planet.

The charity is committed to inclusion, collaboration, and ethical practices. Join today to make a meaningful impact in communities worldwide!

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Charity Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, Fundraising Finance Manager, or International Finance Officer. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.