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Are you passionate about bringing people together to make a difference for the natural world?
At Synchronicity Earth, we believe a thriving planet depends on biological and cultural diversity being valued, celebrated and able to flourish. Our work is grounded through relationships and connection, and therefore bringing the right people together, in a thoughtful and intentional way, is integral to our mission.
We are looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic and proactive Event Officer to support our diverse programme of events, conferences and external engagement activities, with a particular focus on engaging funders and philanthropic partners.
Working closely with the Philanthropy & Engagement, Communications, and Programmes team, you will support the research, logistics, and administration required to connect and engage our supporters, prospective funders, conservation partners, allied organisations and wider networks. Through this essential role, you will help to raise Synchronicity Earth’s profile, influence funding practices in the environmental sector and champion the voices and perspectives of marginalised and underrepresented people in global conservation forums.
As a great candidate, you will have a strong attention to detail, be proud of your event organisational skills, and excel at problem solving for the team and external stakeholders.
If you are excited about the art of convening and are motivated to deliver administrative tasks to a high standard with thoughtfulness and care, we would love to hear from you.
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Closing date: 26 January 2026
First stage interviews (Zoom): 2 – 6 February 2026
Second stage interviews (at our office in-person): 9 - 13 February 2026
Synchronicity Earth’s mission it to bring conservation to life through our work, championing effective approaches and increasing funding for Earth’s overlooked species and ecosystems and the communities working to protect them.
By joining, you’re not just taking part; you're contributing to our vision of a world in which biological and cultural diversity are valued, celebrated, and flourishing.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds for this role, particularly non-graduates, and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. We also welcome candidates who may have taken a career break. Your unique experiences and fresh perspective will only enhance our team's diversity and strengthen our ability to tackle the complex challenges facing our planet.
Candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities who meet the criteria (in the section of the job description headed ‘What you will bring to the team’) and opt-in to our Guaranteed Interview Scheme will enter the first recruitment stage, see more information below.
Application and Recruitment Process
Inclusion is a priority throughout our workplace culture and is embedded in our recruitment process. To support this, the first stage of recruitment will be anonymised by Charity Job to mitigate against unconscious bias. Please let us know at any stage during the recruitment process if you have any accessibility requirements and we will do what we can to accommodate these for you. Please also let us know which pronouns you would like to be referred by, if you wish.
How to apply:
· Complete the application questions, upload your CV, and submit your application through Charity Job.
· Fill in our candidate survey. Whilst this survey is optional it is the way to opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (information below) if you would like.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
We recognise that people from Black, Asian, and Minority-Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds and people with disabilities are under-represented in our sector, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond.
As part of our commitment to attract and retain talented individuals from under-represented groups to the conservation and environment sector, if you belong to these groups, you can opt in to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) in our candidate survey, the details of which you will find in the attachment called Guaranteed Interview Scheme and Candidate Survey. If you meet the essential criteria for a role, you'll be guaranteed a first-stage assessment. The results of this assessment will be used to select candidates for the first-stage interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
As the Senior digital insight analyst, you’ll lead on our digital analytics to ensure we have high quality, reliable insight that drives better user experience across all our digital products and improves our digital performance.
You’ll take ownership of Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Google Tag Manager (GTM) , ensuring our tracking and reporting is accurate, insightful, and aligned with our broader data strategy. Working closely with internal teams and external agencies, you’ll embed robust tagging, maintain clear measurement standards and develop accessible dashboards that inform decision-making across the organisation.
A key part of your role will be turning data into actionable insight. You’ll analyse user journeys, identify friction points from ecommerce tracking, run A/B tests, and identify opportunities for growth, your work will help us connect more meaningfully with our audiences. You’ll help us make the most of our digital data, combining it with data from our CRM and other sources to generate joined-up, actionable insights.
Your work will support website optimisation, content decisions, product development and user experience improvements.
About you
You bring strong hands-on experience in digital analytics and a passion for using data to improve user experience and drive meaningful change.
You are confident in:
· Implementing and debugging GA4 and GTM
· Analysing website performance and user journeys
· Building clear dashboards in Looker Studio
· Running A/B or multivariate tests to improve conversion and engagement
· Presenting complex findings clearly into stories that influence decisions
· Supporting others to build their confidence in data
Whether your background is in the charity sector or elsewhere, you’re curious about emerging digital trends and motivated by the opportunity to make digital experiences more inclusive, engaging, and impactful.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact the Breast Cancer Now recruitment team
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 19 January 2026 9am
Interview date First interviews: w/c 19 January 2026
Second interviews: w/c 26 January 2026
We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.
PCS is a union with an organising culture. Our approach is about building union power. Industrial officers will be given opportunities to work in, and develop expertise in, all aspects of the role including bargaining, organising, campaigning, equality, education and learning.
PCS has a number of permanent vacancies at various PCS locations: offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Clapham (London), Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool and Newcastle. Successful candidates will work collaboratively across the union, to deliver effectively for our members and contribute to the unions continued success.
Salary and Location
- London/Regional
- Band 4, London Spine points 27- 23
- London Starting salary: £51,759 p.a. rising to £58,877 p.a. in annual increments
- Regional Spine points 30-26
- Regional Starting salary: £47,844 p.a. rising to £54,027 p.a. in annual increments
Successful candidates for the Industrial Officer role will be able to demonstrate:
- Methods and techniques for bargaining, campaigning and organising
- Basic knowledge of employment rights, equality legislation discrimination law and working practices
- Understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions
- Project Management (e.g. Campaigning)
- Impact and use of Digital and IT applications in a trade union
- Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
The main duties of the Industrial Officer role include:
- Encouraging participation and recruitment of new members, particularly of under-represented groups
- Co-ordinating and working with committees
- Industrial relations and negotiations
- Advocacy and representation
The ability to organise own work, identify and set priorities as well as communicate effectively using written and oral channels, including reports and presentations, with a variety of audiences are all essential.
Candidates will be informed after the interview whether they are appointable. The General Secretary will have ultimate responsibility of allocating roles to the successful candidates, with decisions being notified on filling any vacancies in due course.
Closing date: at 12 midday on Monday 26 January 2026.
Interviews will be held in person at PCS Clapham: Monday 9 February 2026 and Tuesday 10 February 2026.
About PCS
PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.
Employer Benefits
You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including
- flexible working (including hybrid working)
- childcare and family support
- generous maternity/paternity leave
- 32 days leave and Christmas closure
- pension scheme
- employee assistance programme
Learning and Development
The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.
PCS Recruiting Process
We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.
Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.
Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.
- CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
- PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
- All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.
Please view our guidance for applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION: INDUSTRIAL OFFICER
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Grade: Band 4, London or Region
Salary:
London Spine points 27-23
London starting salary £51,759 p.a. rising to £58,877 p.a.
Regional Spine points 30-26
Regional starting salary £47,844 p.a. rising to £54,027 p.a.
Location: London/Region
Purpose of the job:
To identify and maximise the potential for union growth, influence success by developing and promoting the unions bargaining, campaigning, equality and organising agenda, encouraging membership participation and support in allocated areas of responsibility, in line with PCS policy.
Responsible to: National Officer
Responsible for: Not applicable
Contacts
External:
Media, PCS members, senior and elected officials, employers, potential members. Members of other trade unions and related bodies. Ministers, Members of UK government, Scottish Parliament, the Welsh Government, Northern Ireland Assembly, and other governmental staff. Legal representatives, pressure groups, campaigning and community bodies.
Internal:
PCS Staff, Departments, Regions and Nations and Senior Managers.
Main duties and responsibilities
This is a generic job description that covers all the different roles of an industrial officer.
1. Bargaining
- Develop a bargaining agenda with activists and members, ensuring all bargaining activities are informed by the PCS equality agenda, policies and practices
- Take responsibility for negotiations with the management of civil service departments, agencies, public and private sector employers including pay and conditions of service of PCS members
- Represent PCS at joint meetings with management and other trade unions
- Prepare and present reports, and undertake effective monitoring and implementation of decisions, including consultative and legal ballots e.g. on pay and industrial action
- Participate in appropriate branch, group and national events to share information and knowledge
2. Campaigning
- Develop and maintain knowledge of campaigning, monitoring trends, establishing and maintaining contacts and attending appropriate internal and external meetings and events
- Progress national campaigning objectives as agreed by Annual Delegate Conference, Region/Nation and Group conferences and the National Executive Committee, providing strategic and technical advice to inform campaigning decisions
- Identify and work with full time officers, reps, other trade unions and campaigning organisations to develop and promote PCS campaigning objectives to key audiences
- Co-ordinate and draft, in liaison with the PCS design team where relevant, campaigning materials, briefing, etc. for a range of audiences in support of PCS campaigning objectives
- Deal with the media in relation to specific campaigns
3. Equality
- Identify and prioritise issues and trends in equality practice and develop responses in line with PCS policies
- Keep up to date with developments in equality practice and equality legislation in Britain and Europe
- Provide advice on equality practice and the Equality Act 2010 and on the handling of personal cases
- Produce guidance to support negotiations
- Contribute to PCS Academy courses on equality issues
- Support the PCS equality forums and networks either nationally or in region/nation
- Organise meetings, seminars and events to promote understanding of equality issues
4. Organising
- In line with the PCS National Organising Strategy, develop and support lay structures and build membership density in areas of responsibility
- Encourage activist and member participation in union activities
- Develop links between Groups/National Branches/Sections at local, regional and national level and with appropriate external organisations
- Identify and win collective bargaining rights in new areas
- Supporting strategies to recruit new members, build PCS locals and facilitate cooperation across branches
- Assist in building and embedding an organising culture across the union
5. Developing effective communications and enhancing membership participation
- Ensure digitalisation, information and communications methods are effectively implemented and used to generate improvements
- Ensure effective communication networks with members are in place in areas of responsibility
- Promote and undertake face-to-face communication, where appropriate, in the workplace
- Understand and make effective use of PCS specialist resources, communication channels and technology
- Enhance activist and member understanding in order to encourage wide participation in decision-making processes e.g. PCS ballots, elections and members meetings, and in other union activities and campaigns
- Establish and maintain contacts across the union, and with employers and external bodies e.g. including MPs, media, other unions, and various campaigning and pressure groups
- Draft and publish circulars and briefings, address meetings and conferences
- Develop and maintain the relevant pages on the PCS website
- Sub-edit, re-write, copy, and proof read printed and electronic communications
6. Ensuring implementation of equality policies/improving representation
- Contribute to PCS policies on equality by developing innovative strategies to tackle inequality and discrimination, on the grounds of protected characteristics
- Build a membership and activist base that reflects the diversity of the area of responsibility by developing innovative strategies to tackle inequality and discrimination
- Engage with employers on the equality bargaining agenda
- Equality-proof employer policy and practices
- Equality-check PCS structures, policies and practices
- Develop strategies to increase membership density and participation at all levels and areas of union activity amongst under-represented groups to reflect the make-up of the workforce and to remove all barriers to equality
- Promote awareness of the importance of diversity and equality measures among members and activists and with the employer
- Participate and encourage participation in equality forums and events
7. Supporting and developing lay structures and representatives
- Develop and implement strategies to identify and support new leaders and representatives
- Build effective teams which share responsibility for tasks and decisions
- Ensure that lay structures are effective and comply with PCS Rules
- Build an activist base which reflects the diversity of the membership
- Secure appropriate facilities from employers in line with best practice
- Ensure areas of responsibility are kept up-to-date with relevant policies e.g. government, academic, etc.
- Provide guidance and explain the unions structures and policies e.g. on roles and responsibilities
- Ensure structures within areas of responsibility are provided with all the necessary administrative support
8. Promoting learning and development
- Encourage, educate and support members into activism and into elected roles within the union
- Identify and address activists training needs
- Promote learning in the workplace through negotiated agreements with employers and relevant bodies
- Develop and deliver courses and learning materials
9. Team working
- Proactively promote team and collaborative working across PCS departments
- Initiate, organise, lead and participate in team meetings as appropriate
- Maintain high levels of confidentiality of sensitive issues at all times
- Provide assistance to team members
10. General
- Participate and input information into PCS planning and budgeting processes
- At all times implement and promote the PCSs Equal Opportunities Policy adhering to the PCS Values
- Take due and reasonable care of self and others in respect of Health & Safety at Work
- Participate in appraisal, training and development systems
- In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals
- Act in a manner that enhances the work of the PCS and its overall public image
- Staff at this grade may be assigned or transferred to posts within grade. A training & development programme will be provided to assist with this, where required
- Such other duties that may reasonably be requested by the Line Manager and that are within the level of the responsibility of this post
- Willing to work outside normal office hours and location
Person Specification: INDUSTRIAL OFFICER
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Date: January 2026
Location: London/Region
ESSENTIAL FACTORS
EXPERIENCE
- Encouraging participation and recruitment of new members, particularly of under-represented groups
- Co-ordinating and working with committees
- Industrial relations and negotiations
- Advocacy and representation
- Project Management (e.g. Campaigning)
TRAINING
(including continuous professional development)
- Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
- Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
- Commitment to undertake job-related training
KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions
- Basic knowledge of employment rights, equality legislation discrimination law and working practices
- Methods and techniques for bargaining, campaigning and organising
- Impact and use of Digital and IT applications in a trade union
SKILLS
- Ability to organise own work
- Ability to communicate effectively using written and oral channels, including reports and presentations, with a variety of audiences
- Ability to identify and set priorities
- Ability to build and co-ordinate teams and networks
- Ability to identify, research, analyse and present evidence, including statistics
OTHER
- Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
- Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
- Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions
As CEO, you will work closely with our Board and Senior Leadership Team to shape a bold vision for Bolton CVS, ensuring our work remains innovative, inclusive, and impactful. You will enable trust, shared accountability, and collective ambition; strengthening our position as a catalyst for collaboration, equity, and social change.
From influencing policy to driving investment into the sector, your leadership will help organisations and individuals thrive. You will champion financial sustainability, nurture a values-driven culture, and enable colleagues to take ownership and deliver exceptional support.
As a trusted advocate, you will represent Bolton CVS and 10GM in strategic spaces and high-profile events, amplifying the voice of the VCSE sector and forging partnerships that unlock opportunity and resilience.
We're looking for someone who:
Leads with Energy: Brings dynamic, values-driven leadership that motivates teams and partners toward shared goals. Creates momentum and a culture of ambition and collaboration.
Thrives in the Fast Lane: Enjoys an evolving environment and embraces new challenges with enthusiasm, agility and resilience.
Adapts and Innovates: Translates strategic ambition into clear priorities and measurable outcomes that deliver lasting change. Anticipates future needs, embraces innovation, and leverages new approaches to strengthen organisational and sector-wide effectiveness and impact.
Celebrates Diversity: Promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Builds an organisational culture where all voices are valued and shape decisions.
Connects Hearts and Minds: Builds authentic relationships with stakeholders, partners, and communities. Creates trust and shared purpose to unlock collaboration and collective impact.
Speaks the Language of Impact: Communicates with clarity and influence across diverse audiences. Articulates complex ideas in ways that inspire confidence, engagement, and action.
Navigates Complexity: Provides strategic leadership across internal operations and external partnerships. Balances organisational priorities with sector-wide opportunities to drive alignment, collaboration, and sustainable outcomes.
Leads Through Challenge: Provides confident, values-driven leadership in sensitive or high-pressure situations. Creates space for constructive dialogue, builds consensus, and transforms challenges into opportunities for growth and resilience.
Ready to Lead Boldly? If you’re prepared to bring vision, energy and influence to the table, this is your opportunity to strengthen the future of Bolton CVS, 10GM and the wider VCSE sector. As CEO, you’ll be at the heart of driving collaboration, championing equity, and unlocking potential, helping organisations and communities thrive. This isn’t just a role; it’s a chance to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact.
If you believe you can fulfil the role summary, we’d love to hear from you!
Please email a Supporting Statement which describes how you meet the things
listed in the ‘We’re looking for someone who:’ section, plus your CV (2 pages
max)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Development Officer
Closing date: 19 January 2026 17.00 GMT
Interviews TBC
Reports to: Programme Manager
Location: Min 2 days per week based in North London office,
remote working available for max 3 days a week
Pay: £37,000-£40,000 full time, gross per annum
Type of Contract: One-year fixed term contract
Annual Leave Entitlement: 28 days’ annual leave, including UK bank holidays.
Pension: 3% employer pension contribution on eligible earnings.
About The Role
The Development Officer is a key role in The Phoenix Way (TPW). It has a lead responsibility for strengthening organisational effectiveness and sustainability, enhancing the skills, knowledge, and resources of Black and racially minoritised voluntary and community-based organisations.
The Development Officers work will work closely with local community leaders and their staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders to assess needs, develop strategic plans, and implement capacity-building activities that promote growth, resilience, and optimal service delivery within the sector.
We are looking for exceptional candidates who can help developing staff capabilities, build strategic partnerships, and implement programmes that increase organisational capacity to achieve their outcomes. Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills are essential for effectively facilitating change and empowering Black and racially minoritised community groups across TPW Greater London partnership.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
About the Anne Robson Trust
The Anne Robson Trust exists to improve the experience of dying for patients and those close to them. We help people talk more openly about death, and we work with healthcare organisations to provide companionship and comfort in the final days of life.
About the Role
This role provides essential administrative and organisational support to our Healthcare team - with a particular focus on supporting the Head of Healthcare Partnerships and Development in her day-to-day work. You’ll keep things running smoothly: organising meetings, preparing documents, managing follow-ups, coordinating data, and helping ensure our volunteer services and those across our NHS and community partners are consistent, engaged, and well supported. It’s a busy, varied role that suits someone who enjoys structure, detail, data analysis and engaging with stakeholders. As the charity grows, there may be opportunities to take on more project coordination responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
PA & Team Support
- Proactive support for the Head of Healthcare Partnerships and Development: diary planning, follow-up, inbox and document creation and organisation
- Track actions and deadlines; keep information well-structured
- Prepare agendas, papers and notes for internal/external meetings
Coordination & Partner Support
- First-line administrative support for coordinators and partner teams
- Schedule and attend coordinator calls; maintain partner timelines and updates
- Administer volunteer records, onboarding and general service coordination
- Keep digital records accurate and up to date
Data, Monitoring & Reporting
- Collect, check and collate monthly service data
- Maintain spreadsheets, logs and worksheets
- Support data analysis and prepare summaries and dashboards
Training & Induction Support
- Organise logistics for online and in-person training sessions
- Keep training materials up to date, support evaluation and follow-up
- Prepare resources and assist facilitators during sessions
Research & Project Support
- Support with development and completion of project management tools
- Desk based research on local context and partner information
- Support planning and coordination for pilot projects: schedules, trackers, documentation Provide project support and help during the development of new services
Communications & Materials
- Produce clear documents, visuals and slide decks (Word, PowerPoint, Canva)
- Draft concise written updates for partners and internal use
- Maintain organised shared files and resources
Person Specification
- Essential Strong administrative and project support experience
- Excellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detail
- High digital confidence (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, online systems)
- Experience maintaining data and spreadsheets
- Clear written communication and ability to create simple visuals
- Calm, supportive communication style with partners and colleagues
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Solution focussed approach to challenges
- Team player with the ability and initiative to work unsupervised
Desirable
- Experience of working in the charity, statutory or health sector
- Experience supporting training or adult learning sessions
- Familiarity with volunteer-involving services
- Understanding of end-of-life care, or a willingness to learn
Personal Attributes
- Empathetic and emotionally intelligent
- Takes ownership of practical tasks and contributes positively to the team dynamic
- Practical, proactive and solutions-focused
- Reliable, organised, and steady under pressure
- Collaborative, grounded and aligned with our mission
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The Anne Robson Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups within the charity sector. We’re committed to ensuring that everyone’s contribution is valued and that our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.
We are a UK charity working to bring comfort, dignity, and companionship to people who are dying and support to those close to them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
Business Development Officer
Salary: £28,346 – £31,656 (depending on experience) (see below for more details on remuneration)
About Voice 21
Voice 21 is the national oracy education charity. We exist to empower every child to use their voice for success in school and life. Our work transforms learning and life chances through talk by increasing access to a high-quality oracy education for those that need it most. Follow the links to find out more about why oracy is so vital and the impact Voice 21 has.
Your opportunity
Tackle a vital challenge, with great people. Voice 21 exists to transform children' s learning and life chances through talk and we are aiming to be working with 2,000 schools a year by 2025. To reach this goal we recruit great people and give them real responsibility, training and support.
Output focused culture, with flexible working opportunities. We have an agile and flexible approach – our team can work when and wherever works best to deliver the requirements of their role. For staff working at home, we support them to create a workspace and provide technology that enables them to work effectively.
Real development opportunities. We believe in supporting people to develop the skills they need to be excellent – whether this means funding external training, finding a mentor to support them or giving them the time to learn from others in the organisations through our regular CPD sessions. We also offer paid study leave for team members taking part in formal studies outside of work.
Great benefits. 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) and additional Christmas closure period. Holiday entitlement increases linked to length of service, 5% employer contribution to pension, interest-free season ticket, cycle and technology loans, employee assistance scheme.
Remuneration. Our pay is a band and spine point approach where there is up to 7 years progression available (depending on starting point).
Your purpose
To support school recruitment by analysing school and trust data, identifying areas of opportunity, and holding early conversations to understand context and check alignment with our membership criteria. You will qualify leads, progress straightforward opportunities, and help ensure schools receive clear information and timely follow-up. Your insight will support targeted campaigns, pipeline planning, and a smooth route into membership.
Who you are
We’re looking for someone who combines thoughtful desk-based research with strong interpersonal skills, and who enjoys turning insight into focused, well-judged outreach. You’ll be confident speaking to schools and trusts, able to understand their context quickly, and comfortable moving from analysis to action.
Your responsibilities
Speaking to schools and trusts
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Hold early conversations with schools and trusts, using insight as a starting point but leading with curiosity, listening carefully to their situation and getting quickly to the heart of whether there is a good fit.
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Act as a thoughtful first point of contact, helping schools understand Voice 21 and decide whether joining is right for them, rather than pushing them through a process.
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Progress opportunities through the early stages of the pipeline, moving confidently from research to conversation to action.
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Keep pipeline information up to date, recording what matters (context, motivations, concerns, next steps) so schools experience a joined-up and professional journey.
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Nurture early interest by sharing useful information, answering questions clearly, and booking follow-ups at the right moment.
Supporting Business Development through research and segmentation
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Turn data and insight into practical targeting decisions, building named lists of schools and trusts connected through MATs, clusters, Teaching School Hubs or local networks, so outreach is intentional rather than broad.
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Use research to shape how we approach schools, tailoring messaging and timing so conversations feel relevant to their context and priorities.
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Carry out focused desk-based research using school and trust data (GIAS, DfE, FSM/IMD, MAT structures, regional insight) to help us decide where to focus our time and energy.
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Share insight with colleagues, including patterns emerging from both the data and conversations with schools.
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Support events and outreach activity by helping identify who to invite, shaping follow-up, and ensuring learning feeds back into future targeting.
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Take on practical research and follow-up work that enables senior colleagues to focus on larger MATs, strategic partnerships and more complex opportunities.
Your progression
Within 1 month, you’ll have:
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Understood our segmentation logic and data sources, and started to have ideas of how to support this work.
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Begun supporting early outreach with named schools and trusts.
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Held your first qualification calls (supervised and supported).
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Met colleagues across Growth, Programmes, and Events.
Within 3 months, you’ll have:
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Created lists of priority schools and groups based on need and opportunity.
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Shared insights that support targeted campaigns.
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Managed a steady set of early-stage conversations.
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Contributed to event planning and follow-up.
Within 6 months, you’ll have:
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Helped progress a number of schools through to joining.
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Provided useful insight that shapes where we focus.
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Supported regional or trust-level activity.
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Helped build a warm list of schools not yet ready to join.
From 6 months onwards, we expect you to be:
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Confident working with education data and context.
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Managing the early pipeline smoothly and accurately.
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Sharing patterns and opportunities with colleagues.
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Helping ensure that schools have a clear, positive experience of Voice 21 from first contact.
This job is for you if...
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You are comfortable working with data and spreadsheets.
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You enjoy speaking with external stakeholders, can ask great questions, and understand the impact of their answers.
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You are comfortable learning new systems and working with digital tools like CRMs.
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You can organise information clearly and keep things moving.
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You like spotting patterns and making helpful recommendations.
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You are curious, friendly and motivated by helping schools take part.
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You enjoy both independent work and being part of a small, collaborative team.
Who you’ll work with:
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As part of our Operations Directorate, you’ll work in the Growth team with our Head of Growth, Marketing Lead, and Senior Business Development Lead.
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You’ll work closely with our Events, Comms, and Programmes teams as well as the wider Ops Directorate.
Where you’ll work: Remote, with potential regional and national travel to visit schools and attend Development Days/meetings, including some overnight stays.
Terms: Full Time
Application details
To apply:
Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter with the subject line:
“Business Development Officer application.”
Your cover letter should briefly:
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What do you think are the main challenges of nurturing the sales / business development pipeline within the education sector? (max. 400 words).
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What are the opportunities you foresee for Voice 21 in 2026? What are potential challenges? (max 400 words).
We welcome applications from candidates based anywhere in the UK.
Closing date: Midnight, 11th January 2026.
Interview date: TBC but beginning as soon as suitable candidates are found.
Start date: ASAP.
Questions: If you have any questions about the role, or would like to discuss it before submitting an application, please contact John Stabler-Wright.
Valuing every voice
Voice 21 believes that every voice should be heard and valued. We are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Voice 21.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Development
Contract: Permanent
Function/Team: Development
Location: London, UK
Hours: Full time, inclusive of breaks
Reporting to: CEO
Salary: £54,649 - £61,726
STOP THE TRAFFIK prevents vulnerable communities from being recruited, trafficked, and exploited. Our targeted prevention efforts disrupt the criminal business of human trafficking, making it too high-risk and low-profit to be viable.
As a core member of the Executive Team, the Director of Development will lead on organisational income generation and operational development. Working closely with the CEO, Presidents, this role will oversee all fundraising, partnerships, communications, and internal operations, ensuring STT is financially strong, strategically aligned, and operationally effective.
Leadership & Team Management
· Work closely with the CEO to deliver the organisation’s strategic plan, focusing on sustainable growth, financial health, and operational excellence.
· Work with the Presidents to grow funding and pro-bono support to scale organisational capacity for impact.
· Create and deliver a three-year development strategy, with a focus on diverse and sustainable income.
· Line manage and lead head of, manager, and project officer roles.
Fundraising & Partnerships
· Provide strategic advice to the Head of Development & Communications.
· Support on the management of our STT Prevention Ambassador Network, which should generate philanthropy and donation opportunities.
· Identify new strategic partnerships and funders to nurture, with a focus on growing our philanthropy stream.
· Oversee and grow income across trusts and foundations, philanthropy, individual giving, and corporate partnerships.
Finance
· Oversee financial strategy and operations, ensuring sound financial management withregular reporting to Senior Leadership and the Board of Trustees.
· Oversee budgeting and financial planning with support from manager roles and Oasis Charitable Trust.
Communications & Brand
· Oversee our brand and storytelling, ensuring a consistent, impactful voice across audiences.
· Support external representation of STOP THE TRAFFIK, including speaking engagements, donor presentations, and media opportunities.
Governance & Impact Measurement
· Support the CEO and Board of Trustees through accurate reporting and transparent communication on performance.
· Manage the Senior Leadership Team meetings ensuring alignment to strategy.
· Lead cross-organisational improvement projects to strengthen operational efficiency and impact measurement.
· Lead how we measure our prevention-focused impact, strengthening our theory of change, monitoring & evaluation processes, and overseeing our annual impact report with support from our Communications Managers.
Benefits:
· A friendly, supportive team environment.
· Opportunities to collaborate with global partners and experts.
· Autonomy to take initiative and propose process improvements.
· Access to a healthcare cash benefit scheme (including partner/children coverage).
· Corporate eye-care scheme.
· Life insurance.
· Non-contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme (7% employer contribution).
· 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days with service).
· Cycle to Work scheme.
· Season Ticket Loan.
· Option to switch 2 bank holidays to suit personal needs.
· Flexible working policy reflecting staff needs.
· In-house and external training opportunities.
Further details about STOP THE TRAFFIK can be found on our website.
If you have the relevant experience, are highly resourceful, adaptable, pro-active, and a critical thinker able to work in a fast-paced environment, please send a CV and brief cover letter (both as pdf format) that evidences your ability to be successful in this role.
Only applications sent via email will be considered to ensure an equitable review process. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews for this role on a rolling basis.
We cannot sponsor applicants at this time.
Registered Charity No. 1127321
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role will support the Director of Internal Development & Culture with the implementation of plans and projects within StreetGames. The work of the role will be varied and include administrative support to the internal meeting approaches of the organisation, coordinating the delivery of internal communications and managing project work across the themed areas of responsibility held by the Director. These themes include internal communications, environmental sustainability, continuous learning, people development and Equality, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EEDIB).
1.To provide administrative and project support to the Director of Internal Development & Culture
2.Co-ordinate the effectiveness of cross-organisational meeting structures, ensuring they function effectively through managing availability, booking meeting space and arranging meeting logistics, alongside sharing follow up information and actions.
3.To project manage the work on focus areas within the portfolio of the Director of Internal Development & Culture, including but not limited to continuous learning, people development, EEDIB, environmental sustainability,
4.To coordinate effective internal communications, including producing materials, further developing the StreetGames Intranet and SharePoint sites and constructing and editing StreetGames internal newsletters and bulletins.
5.To communicate with a range of team members across all levels within StreetGames and provide a consistently high level of support to aspects of the internal workings of the organisation.
6.To use IT tools to ensure that StreetGames functions effectively and efficiently, working closely with the StreetGames IT Manager on implementation as appropriate.
7.To co-ordinate the planning and delivery of StreetGames internal events including Full Staff Meetings and Briefings.
8.To work in collaboration with the Business Support and Governance Team to ensure a seamless connection between internal and external meetings.
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Head of Development and Communications
Job Description
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
£46,200 - £50,200 per annum FTE
The Head of Development and Communications plays a pivotal role in driving In2scienceUK’s mission to change lives by opening doors to STEM degrees and careers for young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
As a senior leader, you will shape and deliver a bold, integrated development and communications strategy that brings our mission to life, tells powerful stories of change, and inspires confidence and commitment from donors, partners, and key stakeholders that unlocks new opportunities for innovation and expansion.
In this role, you will manage a small, high-performing team and oversee the creation of compelling narratives and effective engagement strategies that inspire donors, partners, alumni, and key stakeholders, supporting a resilient and diversified income portfolio.
Working closely with programme teams, you will ensure that development and communications activity amplifies the impact of existing programmes, while identifying and developing new opportunities that deliver meaningful outcomes for young people across the UK.
You will drive the development of strategic partnerships and funding relationships to expand the reach and influence of In2science’s work. Combining strategic vision with operational expertise, you will take a proactive, entrepreneurial approach to growth, shaping how the organisation connects with its audiences, builds its reputation, and communicates the impact of its work in support of long-term strategic goals.
The position allocates approxiamtely 80% of time to development and fundraisng activities and 20% to oversight of the organisations communications function.
In2scienceUK operates on a remote basis, with necessary UK-wide travel for partner and funder meetings, events, and staff co-working days.
Direct Reports
Development Team: Development Manager, Development Officer, External Fundraising Consultancy.
Comms Team : Senior Communications Officer.
Responsibilities
Development
Approxaimately 80% of the role will be dedicated to development and fundraising activities.
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To collaborate with the senior leadership team and trustees in setting organisational strategy and building strategic partnerships to support In2science’s vision for 2026 and beyond.
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Lead on planning, implementation and delivery of segmented fundraising and stewardship campaigns across programmes and audiences with a 2026 income target of £1.5m.
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Lead and manage a diverse fundraising portfolio, including corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, research grants (e.g., UKRI), government funding, and individual giving.
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To lead a small but effective development team, including an external fundraising contractor to build upon our success to date to achieve funding targets and foster strategic relationships with funding and delivery partners.
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Budget and resource all aspects of development and communications, including engaging with external contractors to maximise our output and upskill our teams.
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Work closely with the Head of Operations to oversee our CRM, ensuring accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting, as well as utilising the system for tailored stewardship opportunities.
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Work closely with our programmes team to ensure that deliverables are met and in line with our mission and objectives.
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Explore opportunities for partnership to launch new programmes and initiatives, working with the Data and Impact manager to use national data to ensure we deliver the greatest possible impact to those most in need.
Communications
Approximately 20% of your role will be committed to oversight of our communication function.
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Oversee the organisation’s external communications, ensuring all messaging is on-brand, reflects our values, meets high standards, and effectively tells the story of our impact on young people.
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Oversee resourcing of the communications function, balancing 70% development and brand engagement with 30% programme-focused activity.
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Identify opportunities to maximise brand presence through strategic partnerships, policy engagement, and media activity.
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Work closely with the SMT and Trustees to respond to media, speaking, and event requests, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.
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Ensure digital and web platforms effectively showcase our impact and support compelling storytelling.
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Manage the Senior Communications Officer to deliver campaigns that drive organisational growth and engagement with donors, partners, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
Governance
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To work with the SMT, CEO, and Trustees to ensure strong charity governance, including leading the Growth Subcommittee and preparing reports for quarterly board meetings.
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Identify organisation-wide opportunities to streamline and improve performance across the organisation.
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Working with SMT and trustees to ensure charity compliance. Including the charity commission, funding regulator, ICO.
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Identify and manage organisational/operational risk and ensure that all measures are in place to mitigate this.
As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder. The postholder will carry out any other duties that are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager. All staff must undertake all mandatory training, checks and compliance as instructed by the organisation.
Person Specification
Essential:
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Three years experience of leading a development team to generate a seven-figure annual income from a diverse range of donors, ideally in a charitable organisation.
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A passionate advocate for social mobility in STEM.
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An inspiring leader who can inspire and collaborate across the organisation to achieve our collective goals.
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Knowledge of all streams of fundraising, with direct experience in at least two of the following: corporate fundraising, trust and foundations, research grants e.g. UKRI, government grants or individual giving (incl. high-net worth donors).
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A target driven individual with a proven track record of personal six-figure income generation and achieving or exceeding personal targets.
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Excellent relationship management skills to steward existing and potential partners and donors.
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Experience of line management including developing personal development plans and setting KPIs.
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Proven experience of managing a brand, ensuring consistent and impactful communications that maximise reach amongst our target audiences.
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Superb written and verbal communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence at all levels.
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Proven experience of overseeing communication campaigns to engage new prospects across a variety of audiences.
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Evidence of efficient and accurate management of budgets and resources.
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Willingness to work flexibly and attend occasional events or meetings on evenings/weekends when required.
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Working collaboratively and supporting fostering a collegiate workplace environment.
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Upholds the values of our code of conduct and is respectful to all.
Desirable:
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Direct knowledge and/or experience of the barriers young people face in accessing STEM degrees or careers.
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Direct knowledge and/or experience of working with education organisations or STEM sector employers, incl. knowledge of current trends.
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Experience of working in collaboration with across teams to deliver new initiatives that maximise outcomes for young people and attract relevant funding.
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Evidence of delivering highly impactful events.
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Prior experience of public speaking, thought leadership and engaging with the press.
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Experience of governance in a small charitable organisation and utilising Trustees to support the organisation's goals and objectives.
Benefits:
At In2scienceUK we practise what we preach by giving all staff opportunities to progress in their careers. You will have the opportunity to develop your career with your line manager to get you to the next level from day one.
Although we take our career development seriously we also value work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly from home, balancing your caring responsibilities, volunteer commitments, hobbies and anything else that makes you happy.
You will have 28 days of annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
In2scienceUK is committed to our responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults as outlined in Working Together to Safeguard Children. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and therefore we apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure that the people selected are right for the job, and that all candidates are appropriately screened prior to appointment.
The following pre-employment checks will be undertaken as applicable:
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References
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DBS check and/or Overseas criminal records check where applicable
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Self-Disclosure
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Identity check
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Right to work in the UK
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Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role
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Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable
Many of our roles involve working with children and we will therefore take up references prior to your appointment. You should provide details of referees including your current and previous employers, covering the last 5 years. Your current or previous employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, if the role involved working with children, including any in which the penalty is time expired. We will also ask if you have been the subject of any child protection concerns and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure.
Diversity and Inclusion:
In2scienceUK is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in STEM and the charity sector, including but not limited to people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
We recognise that talent and potential come in many forms, and we welcome applicants with different experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and working environment, and we will make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please let us know.
Please provide a cover letter and CV highlighting your suitability for the role.
In2scienceUK exists to unlock the potential of young people from low socioeconomic backgrounds and boost diversity and inclusion in the STEM sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Aerospace Bristol is where imagination takes off.
Based on the historic Filton Airfield, where a community began and an idea became an industry, our purpose is to inspire, educate and connect people through the legacy of aerospace in Bristol.
Aerospace Bristol are looking for a commercially astute and visitor focused leader to be our first Chief Operating Officer. This is an important role overseeing the day-to-day running of the museum and site and leading some of the organisation’s core business functions, including finance, commercial and operations. The post holder will develop a motivated staff and volunteer community, continuously seeking to improve the quality of the visitor offer and increase the commercial success of the museum.
Aerospace Bristol has an ambitious commercial strategy and the Chief Operating Officer will play a critical role in its delivery and continued development, drive income generation through all commercial areas including events and venue hire, tickets sales, visitor income and retail.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for the position.
Closing date for applications is 25 January 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on 9 or 10 February.
The interview process will include a structured Q&A, and candidates will also be asked to prepare a short presentation on ‘What you would tackle first and how you would drive lasting change’. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase both your strategic thinking and your ability to drive impact from day one.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Lead Generation Officer
Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion.
We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion.
- We work with over 600 Members and Partners employing over 5 million people in the UK, and a further 16 million people worldwide.
- We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability-smart.
- We influence policymakers by representing the voice of employers and disabled employees.
- We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people.
- We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people, and also benefit business.
The role
The Lead Generation Officer will support the Member Development Manager (MDM) by carrying out Lead generation opportunities via research - acquire relevant data and uploading it into our CRM. The role will also involve direct approaches to potential members via phone, email and social media platforms such as LinkedIn.
The requirement
- Experience of developing and maintaining a pipeline of prospective members or equivalent sales experience
- Experience of market research
- Experience of working with a CRM preferably Salesforce
- Experience of telemarketing
- Ability to identify solutions and rebuff objections
For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below:
How to apply
Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to jobs @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk
- Closing date for applications: Sunday, 18 January 2026.
- First interviews are planned for the week commencing 26 January 2026.
- Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 2 February 2026.
Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.
If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at the email address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.
For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website via the link onb this page.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the criteria will be offered an interview
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a people-focused fundraiser who loves building relationships and bringing ideas to life? Humanimal Trust are looking for a proactive, enthusiastic and highly organised Fundraising Officer to support our fundraising activity and help deliver inspiring campaigns and events that make a real difference.
About the role:
Reporting to the Fundraising and Partnerships Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting fundraising activity across the charity, helping to deliver events, campaigns and supporter communications while ensuring our supporters feel valued, informed and inspired.
This is a part-time, remote role (20 hours per week), with occasional UK travel for meetings and events.
As our Fundraising Officer you will:
- Support a programme of fundraising events, including research, planning, logistics, budgeting and evaluation
- Assist with the development of new fundraising initiatives and campaigns
- Deliver first-class supporter care and respond to fundraising enquiries
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters and volunteers
- Maintain accurate supporter data and generate reports to support fundraising strategy
You’ll bring
- Relevant experience and a genuine interest in fundraising and supporter engagement
- Confidence working with databases and digital platforms, particularly Salesforce
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote working environment
What’s in it for you?
- A flexible, part-time role (20 hours per week)
- Remote working, with occasional UK travel
- Salary of £28,000 FTE (£14,000 pro rata)
- The opportunity to be part of a passionate, supportive team
- The chance to make a tangible impact through meaningful fundraising work
Please outline in your cover letting how you meet the key criteria listed on the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Adolescent Health Study
The Adolescent Health Study (AHS) (Registered Charity Number 1213337) is an ambitious new UKRI-funded initiative to establish a prospective, longitudinal population study that will generate a globally leading open science data platform and research resource. AHS aims to recruit at least 100,000 young people from across the UK and to follow their mental and physical health and wellbeing over at least 10 years. It plans to collect data through questions and measures; to obtain bio-samples for a wide range of genomic and other high-throughput assays; and to capture linked data relevant to health and wellbeing from participants’ health, education and other administrative records. There will be a strong emphasis on engaging with and involving young people, schools, parents and other relevant stakeholders in the design and delivery of the study, as well as on including young people that represent as wide as possible a range of backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. AHS will focus on enabling a wide range of research, including studies of the critical biological and social developments that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the determinants of both mental and physical health and wellbeing in adolescents and young adults.
Location: Remote working. Must be willing and able to travel to London, Edinburgh and elsewhere across the UK to support business need
Reporting to: AHS Chief Information and Technology Officer (to be appointed Spring 2026)
Hours of Work: FTE 37.5 hours per week
Purpose of the post
The Strategic Data Lead will play a critical role in managing the study’s data pipeline, devising and implementing strategies for the collection, management, storage, documentation and curation of complex participant data, and sharing data with research users. In particular, there will be a need for innovative, remote data collection methods that are acceptable to children and young people taking part in the study. The role holder will provide specialist advice, direction and input to the wider scientific team to maximise the potential of the study data and future proof the resource. They will drive forward innovative solutions which enable the long-term strategic vision for data management in the study.
Main responsibilities
Strategy
- Provide expert input into the design and delivery of the study before data collection begins, maximising data quality and efficient management from the start.
- Devise and implement a data management strategy, including appropriate data architecture, meta-data and data pipeline(s), to support the study’s aims and meet the needs of the research community.
- Consider the long-term strategy for data preservation and discoverability, to futureproof the resource and ensure maximal use.
Technology and innovation
- Identify and oversee the delivery of novel solutions for collection and management of complex health data, including transfer of data from specialist equipment and mobile technology, such as wearables or app-based data.
- Lead procurement activities, where required, to support the data management strategy, translating the needs of users into appropriate specifications and working with third parties to oversee delivery of solutions.
Risk management and compliance
- Oversee the development, management and continual improvement of all procedures used to process, manage and store data, ensuring that they are kept up to date and comply with relevant legislation and local guidelines.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Build relationships with other longitudinal population studies (LPS) in order to seek advice where appropriate and ensure sharing of best practise within the LPS community.
- Work closely with researchers, data scientists and national bodies, such as Population Research UK and the UK Longitudinal Linkage Collaboration, to support study objectives.
- Consult and co-operate with colleagues and stakeholders, including children and young people, to support the use of the study’s data for collaborative research purposes, identifying opportunities to maximise the potential of the data.
- Offer creative solutions to issues that arise, consulting with and influencing stakeholders with differing expectations, ensuring the impact of any change is communicated and understood by those involved.
Essential criteria:
- Proven track record of managing large and complex data sets within an academic, research or similar environment, including different types of data from multiple sources, including those with complex ethical and governance requirements.
- Thorough understanding of legislation regarding data management, confidentiality and security.
- Understanding of research governance.
- Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing a data management strategy.
- Experience of implementing current and developing technologies used for collecting, storing and accessing research data.
- Excellent organisational skills with the proven ability to manage multiple competing projects simultaneously to achieve deadlines.
- Educated to degree level in Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience.
- Proven innovation and pro-active problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to influence and negotiate with different levels of staff and external contacts.
- Excellent communication with both internal and external stakeholders including the ability to communicate technically complex ideas at an appropriate level.
Desirable criteria:
- Proven skills in programming using various languages and technologies including understanding of data manipulation and statistical packages used to manage, manipulate and analyse data e.g. SQL, Python, R.
- Proven ability to effectively lead, direct and manage a team of technical staff.
- Experience of working with a longitudinal research study, or equivalent, at a senior level.
- Excellent presentation skills, with experience of presenting to diverse audiences.
Working Environment
- Full time role with flexible working arrangements.
- AHS is a national organisation, and our activities take place across the UK.
- Flexible working will be required across several geographical locations in the UK. Travel may be required to AHS locations, fieldwork sites and partner organisations.
- As a small charity, we offer a range of benefits, including enhanced sickness and family-friendly pay, additional annual leave, the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each leave year, a 10% employer pension contribution, and one paid volunteering day per year.
Application Process
This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and the post holder having the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply online with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, and including your current salary.
The closing date for this position is EoD Sunday 25 January 2026.
Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 23 February or 02 March 2026.
Equal Opportunities Policy Statement
AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. It is our policy to provide employment equality to all, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Beyond these protected characteristics, we acknowledge the importance of socio-economic background, childcare and caring responsibilities, educational background, neurodiversity, and any other factors that shape an individual’s identity and opportunities. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to contribute fully.
Values
It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership and delivery teams. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.
The role
We’re seeking a Senior Campaigns Officer to join our fantastic Campaigns, Health Influencing and Policy team as we look to grow our impact across the UK and improve the lives of people affected by pancreatic cancer.
This exciting new role will take the lead on shaping and delivering our national policy campaigns. The post holder will work closely with the policy, campaigns, and communications teams to create campaigns which motivate and inspire our amazing supporters to help us achieve change. They will be a key part of our work to influence governments and other key stakeholders across the UK.
About you
You will be a motivated, enthusiastic and organised individual with experience in campaigns, public affairs or policy, backed up by:
- A strong understanding of campaign development theory and knowledge of how to create and deliver precise, impactful campaigns
- The ability to understand complex information and translate this into simple and engaging campaign asks and impactful copy
- Experience of mobilising supporters on and offline to support campaigning and influencing activities
- A passion for tackling the deadliest common cancer and the ability to show sensitivity and empathy for people affected and their loved ones.
If this sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you!
About working for us
This is a fast-paced organisation that is committed to making a difference.
Being a part of our team is being part of a thriving, positive, dynamic, successful, and welcoming community that is making an impact. We will support you and develop you should you wish this, and you get the opportunity to be involved in activities outside the scope of your immediate role. We care about your health and well-being and your work-life balance, and you will feel that your contribution is valued and matters.
About us
We are Pancreatic Cancer UK. We go above and beyond for everyone affected by this disease.
Right now, half of people with pancreatic cancer die within three months of diagnosis. Families are left with only hope to hold onto. They need more. So we do more.
We bring more break throughs through research, more change through campaigning and more support through our expert nurses.
We make more noise because people have gone unheard. We are relentless because the disease is ruthless. We care more because people feel forgotten.
Because people with pancreatic cancer need more than hope.
Underpinning this vision are our three values:
- Courage
- Compassion
- Community
We cannot achieve our vision without employing people who are committed to our vision, strategy, and values.
At Pancreatic Cancer UK (PCUK) our ambition is to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the communities and audiences that we engage with and where everyone can be their true selves, where they feel respected, championed, heard, and supported. We want our workforce to achieve their potential, understand their contribution and feel proud of their impact by creating a culture and organisation that is genuinely inclusive by advancing equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging through our policies and practices.
We believe diversity drives great outcomes by encouraging the different points of view that come from a diverse workforce. We want to hear from and engage with people whose experience of dealing with this disease may be very different depending on their individual circumstances and background. We can think of no better way to do this than by making sure this role fully represents our intent; therefore, we are especially keen to consider applications from suitable applicants who consider themselves to be in areas that appear underrepresented within the charity sector.
Safeguarding
PCUK is committed to safe and fair recruitment processes that safeguard and protect those we work with, support and serve. We make sure all our staff are selected, vetted (DBS/Criminal record checks where appropriate), trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective and compassionate care. Where we work with volunteers, we extend the same support in order to ensure that they are working within our ethos and standards.
Hybrid-working:
Our London office is a place to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. We are currently working hybrid with a minimum of 2-3 days in the office. This is an office-based role where you may be required to be in the office more frequently to attend activities and meetings depending on the needs of the role.
How to apply
- Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role on our website's advert. If you have any questions about this role that we’ve not answered, please get in touch with Emily Waller (contact details are on our website's advert).
- To apply, please complete the online application form, setting out why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification criteria. This information will be used to select candidates for interviews.
- You will need to have the right to work in the UK as we are not able to provide sponsorship for this role.
- Please note that interviews will be held in our office near London Bridge/Tower Hill station on the 27th and 28th Jan 2026.
No agencies/sales call please – as a charity we work hard to keep our costs down and therefore will not be engaging agencies to support this recruitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


