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Do you see yourself helping children and adults with additional needs to achieve the best life possible? Building confidence, gaining independence, experiencing freedom, having fun?
TVAP is a charity supporting children and adults with additional needs, their siblings, parents and carers. Our specialist indoor and outdoor play, recreational and learning facilities are located on a fantastic 2.5 acre site in Taplow, near Maidenhead. Here, our visitors can experience a unique range of adventurous, therapeutic and educational play activities in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.
We are looking for a Head of Charity to lead TVAP to achieve an increased impact in meeting the expectations and needs of our visitors in the ever-changing SEND environment. Working with the Board, the Head of Charity will strategically review the current landscape, new opportunities and funding possibilities to best support our visitors.
Our new Head of Charity will:
- Review the strategy and develop a multi-year implementation plan
- Maximise TVAP’s impact and reach in the community through a focused service offering
- Lead the organisation externally with key stakeholders
- Lead and inspire our dedicated and passionate team of staff and volunteers.
We are seeking someone with proven experience in a senior leadership role, who brings:
- A proven track record of delivering high quality services, achieving change and maximising opportunities
- Solid experience of building strong relationships across a range of stakeholders, including trustees, visitors, staff, funders and partners
- Experience of developing income and an understanding of managing finances
- Experience of leading, managing and inspiring teams in a collaborative working environment
- A passion for helping people achieve ‘The best life possible’ in ways tailored to their unique needs.
TVAP is committed to the active promotion of inclusivity and equal opportunities as an employer and in the provision of its services and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you’re interested to know more, please take a look at the full application pack which provides further information and how to apply.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Monday March 23rd 2026
Initial interviews: Week of 13th April 2026
Final assessments: Saturday 25th April 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic communications
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Lead the development, implementation, and management of MAP’s strategic communications and support public engagement initiatives.
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Oversee the organisation’s language and messaging frameworks, including the maintenance of the language guide and key messaging documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with MAP’s mission and communications objectives.
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Develop, implement and manage integrated, cross channel communications plans and strategies.
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Bring a prospector’s mindset, spotting openings, anticipating debate moments and positioning MAP ahead of the curve rather than reacting to events.
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Support the organisation in contributing to crisis communications planning and responding to mitigate reputational risks.
Media management
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Lead on the development and delivery of high-impact content to raise MAP’s profile and influence, and to drive public and supporter engagement.
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Actively seek out and develop opportunities for MAP to shape public, political and sector debates, including through opinion pieces, broadcast opportunities, podcasts, industry and specialist media, conferences and high-level events.
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Manage MAP’s Senior Media and Communications Officer, fostering professional growth, confidence and judgement. Conduct regular one to ones, appraisals, and support their work.
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Manage the production, review and sign off of all media materials including press releases, op-eds, letters to the editor, media updates, and other external communications content where necessary. Ensure efficient delegation where required.
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Lead media engagement, including briefing spokespeople and coordinating MAP’s responses to media inquiries, ensuring delegation where required.
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Provide high-quality briefing, messaging development, and media preparation for senior staff engaging externally.
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Maintain and build strong, trusted relationships with journalists and editors across UK and international media.
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Alert MAP’s staff to imminent news and current affairs stories, and recommend communications actions or restraint as appropriate.
Advocacy and campaigns communications
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Develop strategic communications plans for MAP’s advocacy and campaigning initiatives (such as, party conferences, parliamentary and UN engagement), identifying media opportunities, and ensuring key messaging is aligned with advocacy objectives and reaches targeted audiences.
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Work closely with MAP’s Advocacy and Campaigns Team to amplify campaign impact through coordinated media and supporter-facing communications.
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Strengthen MAP’s role in advocacy coalitions by leading collaborative media and communications outputs with partners.
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Help ensure that communities MAP supports have a voice in campaigns, that their perspectives shape messaging and that communications do not expose staff, partners or communities to undue risk.
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Advise on the strategic communication opportunities to profile and disseminate policy and research outputs.
General responsibilities
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Support the mission, ethos and values of MAP.
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Support advocacy and research functions as required.
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Manage external suppliers providing design, printing and other support as required.
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Represent MAP at external meetings including with media, partners and supporters, and deliver talks when required.
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Carry out fact-checking, proof-reading/copy editing and other administrative tasks as needed.
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Carry out other associated duties as may arise in line with the broad remit of the position.
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Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
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Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience and knowledge
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Substantial, relevant and recent experience of communications at a national and/or international level within humanitarian, healthcare or human rights organisations.
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Strong track record of developing and implementing communications strategies to achieve advocacy and fundraising objectives.
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Experience in overseeing organisational language and messaging frameworks in politically sensitive contexts.
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Strong experience in media relations, including briefing spokespeople, drafting press releases, reactive and proactive media handling, and securing media coverage.
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Understanding of digital communications and campaign tools (e.g., petitions, email campaigns) and audience engagement strategies.
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Experience working with fundraising/marketing teams, consultants and agencies.
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Strong understanding of political risk, reputational management and crisis communications.
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Knowledge and understanding of the political context and of development and humanitarian issues in Palestine and Lebanon and the wider Middle East is desirable.
Skills and abilities
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Strong communicator (written and oral) and persuasive storyteller.
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In depth understanding of how media can be a tool for influence and to achieve change.
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Confident interpersonal, influencing and relationship management skills, and an ability to pitch stories persuasively to media and other targets.
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Creativity and a willingness to innovate.
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Fluent written and spoken English.
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Ability to prioritise and ability to deal with competing demands in a fast-paced working environment.
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Ability to work collaboratively and independently, with sound judgement and discretion.
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Keen attention to detail, copy/proof editing and quality control on all outputs.
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Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Personal attributes and other requirements
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Commitment to human rights, international justice, and promoting Palestinian participation in communications and campaigns.
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Able to travel extensively within London and the UK and willingness to travel to Lebanon and the occupied Palestinian territory occasionally as required.
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Able to work occasionally on evenings and weekends, with time off in lieu.
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Commitment to advancing anti-racism, anti-discrimination and equal opportunities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Dogs 4 Rescue is looking for a Fundraising Manager to drive our growth and build deep relationships with our supporters. This is a hands-on role which includes lots of interactions with packs of dogs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver fundraising, communications and engagement strategy aligned to D4R’s long-term vision.
- Create and oversee compelling storytelling across campaigns, digital channels, press and events.
- Identify the impactful stories by being in amongst our dogs, film and produce suitable content with them.
- Partner closely with the team and leadership to create a seamless supporter journey that drives income and deepens engagement.
- Build internal communications that reinforce clarity, culture and shared purpose.
- Identify grant opportunities and develop and maintain corporate relationships
- Lead the marketing team and ensure materials for all marketing needs are produced on time to support the marketing plan
- Create, maintain and deliver a marketing plan each year, to cover the social media, campaigns, lottery, “shop” across all channels and major events
- Sustain and grow significant donation income through non-lottery routes through specific campaigns as well as maintaining the shop and subscription income by ensuring sustained engagement
- Strengthen national and local media presence, securing high-impact coverage.
- Provide strategic oversight of government and policy engagement, identifying opportunities for influence.
- Ensure strong and consistent communications across all platforms.
- Oversee agency relationships and the marketing of the lottery to sustain targeted rate of growth.
- Ensure that all marketing materials maintain the narrative and style that suits our goals, brand and message.
- Report on marketing efficiency and effectiveness.
Background and experience
- Experience of being with large packs of dogs and able to safely manage situations with difficult and scared dogs whilst capturing natural photos and video content
- Detailed knowledge of dog rescue and a dedication to kennel-free rescue
- Demonstrable ability to craft and tell the stories that create emotional engagement
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to represent D4R credibly at the highest levels
- Experience operating successfully at a strategic leadership level within organisations
- A proven, creative and commercial approach to income generation, underpinned by strong market insight
- Strong financial acumen, with confidence in budget management, forecasting and ROI analysis
- Experience creating and managing a fundraising portfolio
- Ability to inspire, lead and develop high performing teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sound judgement around risk and reputation
- Detailed knowledge and experience of lottery operation and marketing
- Experience across all major social media platforms
- Proven ability to use and manage CRM
- Knowledge of legacy management, Gift Aid and Corporate Giving
- Editing – experienced in premier pro, adobe express and photoshop
- Strong skills in standard Microsoft computer packages
- Full, clean driving license
- Willingness to work across all sites, regular weekend working
The UK's pioneering kennel-free rescue, powered by companionship, freedom and love.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Tower Project is an East London based disability charity that delivers a wide range of innovative services for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and autism.
At the forefront of its innovative services delivery is the award-winning Tower Project Job, Enterprise, and Training (JET) Service, East London’s leading provider of supported employment and training services for young people and adults with learning disabilities and autism.
As Job Coach, you will empower adults of all ages with learning disabilities and autism to build real workplace skills through our paid accessible apprenticeship programmes. You will deliver focused, hands-on coaching to help apprentices succeed on their apprenticeships and progress into sustained employment, whether with their placement host or another employer.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Job Coaching
You will provide hands-on workplace coaching that enables clients to develop competence, independence and resilience, supporting successful progression into sustained employment.
- Deliver in-work coaching, breaking tasks into manageable steps and systematically fading support.
- Conduct detailed job and task analysis to ensure clarity of role expectations.
- Support apprentices to develop technical skills, workplace behaviours and professional standards.
- Produce in work communication passports for apprentices and identify and implement reasonable adjustments in partnership with employers.
- Support apprentices to manage workplace anxiety, communication differences and confidence barriers.
- Develop natural workplace supports, including peer mentors and team-based assistance.
- Provide structured travel training to promote independent commuting.
- Monitor progress against apprenticeship goals and employment outcome targets.
Employer Partnerships and Placement Support
Maintain professional, positive relationships with employers and placement hosts secured through the JET employer engagement strategy.
- Act as the key day-to-day contact for employers once an apprentice is placed.
- Support employers to implement inclusive practices and reasonable adjustments.
- Provide guidance on supporting employees with learning disabilities and autism.
- Identify progression opportunities within existing employer partnerships.
- Escalate new employer development opportunities to the Employment Support Team.
Advice, Guidance and Development
You will deliver structured, person-centred support that enables clients to clarify their employment aspirations and take practical, achievable steps towards sustained paid work
- Develop vocational profiles identifying strengths, aspirations and support needs.
- Deliver structured one-to-one sessions reviewing progress and updating action plans.
- Support development of employability skills including CV preparation, interview techniques and workplace communication.
- Encourage independence, resilience and self-advocacy.
Monitoring & Reporting
- You will ensure accurate tracking of client progress and contribute to demonstrating service impact.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date digital records and action plans.
- Track outcomes and contribute to performance data and reporting requirements.
- Contribute case studies and evidence demonstrating sustained employment outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection and health and safety policies.
- Support employers with completing workplace risk assessments prior to placement start.
Professional Responsibilities
- You will uphold high professional standards while contributing to the overall success of the service.
- Work towards agreed KPIs relating to sustained employment and progression.
- Participate in supervision, appraisal and ongoing professional development.
- Maintain knowledge of supported employment practice and inclusive workplace standards.
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work.
- Represent the service professionally with employers and partner organisations.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support effective service delivery
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Immigration Advisor professional committed to supporting vulnerable clients and delivering comprehensive Immigration Advice.
Main roles will be to:
- Provide advice and casework at IAA Level 2 on immigration, nationality and asylum law.
Specific duties include:
- Managing a complex caseload across the field of immigration, nationality and asylum law.
- Advising and advocating for clients professionally and sensitively regarding immigration and asylum law.
- Keeping professional knowledge up to date through CPD, training, and monitoring legal developments.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed case records of clients.
- Producing reports to meet funder’s and LRMN requirements.
- Assisting LRMN in liaising with its partners and funders, and to provide statistical information and updates as required.
* Additional details about the Immigration Advisor Role are included in the Job Pack - please see the download attached.
* Flexible working options will be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A Rocha UK is a unique Christian nature conservation charity that mobilises Christians and churches to care for the natural world. We equip and inspire Christians to enjoy, nurture, and defend nature; and we run the Eco Church and related eco denominational schemes, such as Eco Dioceses. Our Conservation work is a core component of the project portfolio at A Rocha UK. We manage our own nature reserve at Foxearth Meadows in Essex and manage the Partners in Action programme, which consists of a network of over 60 organisations and sites managing over 20,000 acres of land for nature. The conservation team is also responsible for oversight of our scientific work and related data. Currently we are working on a trial scheme to assess climate resilient tree planting techniques at four locations around the UK.
Purpose of role:
This role will make a significant contribution to the efficient running of the Conservation Department by supporting the Head of Conservation in their leadership of the programme and the wider Conservation team in the smooth running of the Partners in Action programme. This year A Rocha UK will be undertaking a strategic review of our conservation work and the Conservation Team Administrator will play a role in supporting the admin function behind the review process. The post will play a key role in the facilitation of good communication between the Conservation Team and other departments, to ensure efficient and effective joint working. The successful candidate will possess good organisational skills, with excellent teamwork skills, and discretion in handling confidential information.
Please see the attachment for full responsibilites. For more information on our organisation, please visit our profile.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Volunteer and Events Manager will develop and implement a volunteer strategy and annual RLSS UK plan of events, for all Directorates, which evolves to include opportunities as they arise. To do so successfully, you will be a proactive, dynamic and experienced Volunteer and Events Manager who will lead our centralised management function with passion, excitement and dedication to RLSS UK’s purpose, mission and vision.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a professional volunteer and events function ensuring supply and demand needs are met across RLSS UK and supporting all teams to embed a consistent and coordinated approach
- To develop, implement and oversee the delivery of the volunteer strategy
- To develop and implement effective strategies, polices and processes to engage and retain volunteers and ensure a high-quality volunteer experience at all stages of the volunteer cycle
- To develop and implement effective event management strategies, policies and processes incorporating all health and safety requirements
- To lead and continuously improve our support to volunteers across the UK and Ireland
- Develop, implement and review an innovative volunteer recognition and reward offer
- To integrate an increasing number of volunteers into RLSS UK’s initiatives and activities, enhancing their experience and maximising their impact regardless of geography and circumstance
- To increase the diversity of volunteers
- To lead the delivery and implementation of our annual National Presentation of Honours Event, annual conference and national lifesaving sports events
- Attendance at Sports Committee and Honours Committee
- Lead research speakers and topics for conferences and workshops
- Speaker management and supporting the Events Executive to send out invitations, receive confirmations and general liaison
- Support membership queries about events and volunteers
- Implement project plans for all events including liaising with key teams such as the RLSS UK communications team
- Attending and managing events on site with the support of the Events Executive
- Venue management and liaison with relevant organisations to ensure smooth delivery
- To manage your team with clear direction and a supportive approach
- To provide guidance on good practices in volunteer management
- To address issues or conflicts promptly
- Ensure appropriate financial management of assigned budgets
- Lead and deliver an annual volunteer survey and analysis to produce meaningful feedback
- Lead and deliver events feedback surveys and take the learning for future implementation
- Work flexibly and collaboratively across all RLSS UK teams and promote all aspects of the organisation
- Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK
- Ability to attend occasional evening and weekend events
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead on and support ad hoc projects as required
- Contribute to the successful operation of the charity by undertaking such other tasks as may from time to time be required including all other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager.
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
- To demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
- To help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
- Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all
- To identify new event opportunities where there is the potential for RLSS UK to raise profile and visibility in communities throughout the UK and Ireland
- To work collaboratively with colleagues from across the organisation to ensure that with any event, the wider benefit to the whole society is always considered
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Approximately 7+ years’ experience in a volunteer management role
- Approximately 5+ years' experience in a events management role
- Experience of working at a manager level ideally in a membership organisation
- Demonstrable experience of strong project management
- Demonstrable experience in the development and implementation of impactful volunteer engagement strategies
- Demonstrable expertise in defining and driving strategies to achieve step changes in engagement
- Experience of forming partnerships with networks and other organisations which bring mutual benefit
- Demonstrable experience of positively interacting, engaging and influencing at all levels including with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrable experience of volunteer retention and acquisition
- Demonstrable experience of delivering events to raise the profile of a cause, retain and grow volunteers
- Demonstrable experience of delivering volunteer-focused solutions within a membership organisation
- Demonstrable experience of effectively implementing relevant processes and policies
- Demonstrable expertise in ensuring appropriate policies and processes are in place to guarantee compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements
- Expertise in developing and continuously adapting a range of volunteer training and competence assessment activities
- High level of proficiency in risk management and mitigation
- Excellent communication, engagement and interpersonal skills
- Excellent presentation, listening and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office applications
Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK
- Understanding and experience of the application of safeguarding laws
- Understanding and experience of the application of Health and Safety laws
- Project management qualification
ABOUT RLSS UK
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning.
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including -
- Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Free on-site parking when working from HQ
- Company Events and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Membership and Education Team
Closing Date – 11.59pm, Sunday 15th March 2026
Interview Date – Thursday 26th March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK’s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured.
This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK’s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up.
You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK’s mission and contribute to long term income growth.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy and Planning
- Develop and deliver RLSS UK’s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond.
- Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships.
- Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools.
- Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function.
- Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth.
Partnership Development
- Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up.
- Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers.
- Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value.
- Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements.
- Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close.
- Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders.
- Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts.
Account Management
- Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK’s mission.
- Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit.
- Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner.
- Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time.
- Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery.
Reporting and Evaluation
- Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment.
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies.
- Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system.
- Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS.
- Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
- All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager.
- Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support.
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
- Demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
- Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles.
- Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of:
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- Charity of the Year
- Strategic partnerships
- Sponsorship
- Cause related marketing/ brand licensing
- Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders.
- Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands‑on delivery.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support.
- Strong organisational and project management skills.
- Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity.
- Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes.
- Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices.
- Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources.
- Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up.
Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK.
- Previous experience of line management.
- Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum.
- Experience working in a small team or start-up environment.
- Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact.
ABOUT RLSS UK
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning.
With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water.
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including -
- Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Free on-site parking when working from HQ
- Company Events and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team
Closing Date – 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026
Interview Date – Tuesday 31st March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Dyslexia Association is a national charity representing the voice of people with dyslexia. We work to influence government, shift public understanding and drive change in education, employment, health and wider society.
We’re looking for a part‑time Public Affairs & Policy Manager to lead our policy and parliamentary engagement work. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll help shape our influencing strategy, strengthen our relationships across Westminster and Whitehall, and ensure lived experience sits at the heart of our policy positions.
Although the role is broad and varied, you won’t be expected to manage everything all at the same time. A clear set of priorities will be agreed with the senior leadership team.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead our parliamentary engagement strategy and political influencing.
- Build relationships with MPs, Peers, Ministers, advisers and key civil servants.
- Monitor parliamentary activity, policy developments and emerging issues.
- Prepare policy briefings, consultation responses and evidence‑based reports.
- Support our presence at political events, conferences and roundtables.
- Represent the BDA in meetings and sector forums.
- Work with colleagues, researchers and people with lived experience to shape strong, accessible policy positions.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in public affairs, parliamentary engagement or policy influencing.
- Good understanding of UK Parliamentary and government processes.
- Proven ability to shape policy or achieve change within public bodies.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence building relationships at senior levels.
- Strong organisation, political awareness and a collaborative approach.
- Passion for improving outcomes for dyslexic people.
Flexible & family‑friendly working
We are a family‑friendly employer and welcome different working patterns, including the option to spread hours across the week. We encourage candidates to tell us what works for them.
Why join us?
This is your chance to make a real difference by shaping policy, influencing decision-makers, and helping create a society where dyslexic people can thrive. You’ll work in a collaborative, supportive environment with colleagues who share your passion for positive change.
Please view the job description for full details about the role, responsibilities, and person specification before applying.
Closing date: 23 March 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received, so we encourage you to apply early.
Use of AI in applications
We value the unique experience and perspective each candidate brings. While we understand that AI tools can be helpful in drafting applications, they can sometimes result in responses that feel generic or impersonal. This makes it harder for us to get a true sense of you.
To help your application stand out, we encourage you to write your responses in your own words. If you do use AI tools to support your writing, please treat the generated content as a starting point rather than a final answer. Make sure your application genuinely reflects your experience and voice.
To change society by removing barriers so that everyone with dyslexia can reach their full potential in education, in employment and in life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, part time (3 days per week)
Salary: £14,920 per annum (FTE £29,010 per annum)
Location:Home based within Oxfordshire, ideally within one hour of Burford, with regional travel
Closing date: Friday 13 March 2026
Interview date: Thursday 19 and Friday 20 March
As Community Project Coordinator, you will be part of a dedicated team overseeing the efficient day-to-day operation of our Pet Food Bank project and wider community-based initiatives. Working closely with the Community Project Lead, you will help deliver projects that improve the lives of people and pets, with dignity at the heart of everything we do. This includes supporting a national network of pet food banks and partners, increasing awareness of Blue Cross, and ensuring practical, compassionate support reaches pet owners in short term crisis.
More about the role
This is a home-based role within Oxfordshire, ideally located within one hour of our Burford offices, as you will be required to travel to Burford on a weekly basis to manage deliveries at our Warehouse. Due to the rural location and less frequent public transport, travelling by car is often the most practical option. While the role is home based, you will be contractually attached to the Burford site. Travel to Burford will therefore be treated as normal commuting and expenses will not be payable for travel to this site.
Working across a defined geographic region, you will support the development and smooth running of the Pet Food Bank project and other community initiatives. This will involve close collaboration with pet food banks, suppliers, local authorities, community groups and volunteers to ensure effective coordination, communication and logistics.
You will secure donations of pet food and services, oversee the movement of food and equipment, and regularly travel to food bank partners and other organisations. A key part of the role involves liaising with volunteers and colleagues by phone and in person, ensuring everyone is supported, informed and working together effectively.
Alongside core project delivery, you will support the planning, preparation and delivery of a large-scale summer event in June 2026, working in partnership with one of our corporate partners. This event will play an important role in expanding our outreach and support for pet owners in need. You will also provide essential administrative support, contribute to reporting, and help deliver a clear and effective communication plan to support project and event activity.
Occasional travel to other partner organisations or Blue Cross locations will be required. Travel to locations other than your attached Burford site will be claimable in line with Blue Cross expenses policy.
You will act as a positive ambassador for Blue Cross, ensure policies and procedures are followed, and support the Community Project Lead with income delivery and media activity where required.
About you:
You will thrive in a role where you can see the impact of your work every day. You are an organised, proactive and people focused individual who enjoys building meaningful relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will be a confident and empathetic communicator, able to engage professionally and non-judgmentally with members of the public, volunteers, partners and colleagues. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, adapting to changing deadlines, and handling sensitive information with discretion.
Able to work independently across your region, you will also be a strong team player with good problem-solving skills and the ability to balance day-to-day delivery with forward planning. An understanding of the local areas within your region would be an advantage.
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
- Demonstrable experience of using excellent communication skills to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships
- Proven ability to prioritise and organise work and projects
- Proven administration skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- IT literate with MS Office and web based databases and platforms
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply Blue Cross values
Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
- Experience in a similar role
- Experience supervising or managing volunteers
- Previous experience working in the charity sector
How to apply
To apply, please click the apply button and submit your application. As part of the application process, you will be asked to indicate your preferred base site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren’t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn’t be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can.
With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- 38 days per year, increasing to 43 with service (including bank holidays). For part-time roles, holiday entitlement is calculated pro-rata.
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Life assurance
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Claim for professional fees
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers.
We want you to feel valued and supported throughout your career with us. For more details on our benefits and to see how we invest in our team, visit the 'Why Work for Us' page on our website.
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
We believe in a world where all pets enjoy a healthy and happy life with people who love them



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JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose - working closely with Senior Managers, the post holder will support all aspects of business development and fundraising, including the development of bids, tender submissions and applications for funding to achieve the Association’s objectives. The postholder will also play an important role in supporting the mobilisation of projects and services following a successful application.
SOME KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the development and implementation of a Business Development Strategy incorporating grant funding, contracted provision and social enterprise development, which aligns with the Association’s Strategic and Development Plans.
- Support the development and implementation of an annual Fundraising Plan with ambitious income goals that underpin the Association’s strategic goals and accelerates revenue growth in a sustainable manner.
- Identify new funding / tender opportunities that are well targeted, informed and thoroughly researched in order to maximise the chances of success.
- Produce external funding bids, expressions of interest and support income generating activities including developing tender responses and social enterprises to meet the Association’s objectives.
- Submit bids, tenders and required information to funders within defined deadlines while meeting submission requirements.
- Support the development of business cases for establishing social enterprises and joint ventures that deliver local outcomes and diversify / strengthen the Association’s financial base.
- Work with colleagues to scope, develop, refine and improve services and activities through innovative tools and techniques including organising coproduction sessions with partners, stakeholders and residents.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, contract managers, grant officers and corporates etc.
- Create a business development/funding pipeline tracker – supporting colleagues to keep a track of tender and fundraising opportunities, the progress of each application, workload spikes and bottlenecks, clashes and deadlines; supporting managers and colleagues to ensure that all deadlines are met with maximum efficiency.
- Working with internal and external stakeholders in line with the Associations’ values, policies and processes; remaining motivated, flexible and collaborative in their approach.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.
Job DescriptionWe’re looking for 2 dynamic New Partnerships Leads to help us secure the transformational corporate partnerships that will shape the future of end-of-life care across the UK.
You’ll be at the forefront of Marie Curie’s high-value fundraising strategy, responsible for securing six- and seven-figure partnerships across priority sectors. You’ll lead the full business development and sales cycle from outreach and lead generation to pitch, proposal, and close.
You’ll manage your own portfolio of high-value prospects, build a robust pipeline, and cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders across major UK brands. One of the roles will also line-manage New Partnership Manager, supporting them to deliver their own income targets.
This role is perfect for a self-starter. Someone who can spot opportunities, open doors, and build long-term, commercial strategic partnerships that deliver income, influence, and national brand impact.
Please let us know during your application which role you want to apply for!
In this role, you will:
- Leading the development and delivery of sector-specific strategies to secure new high-value corporate partnerships.
- Generating and converting your own leads through proactive outreach, networking, and market insight.
- Managing the full business development cycle: prospecting, cultivation, proposal writing, pitching, negotiation, and closing.
- Building strong relationships with senior corporate stakeholders, trustees, volunteers, and internal teams.
- Creating compelling, commercially focused proposals, applications, and pitch materials tailored to each prospect.
- Developing innovative partnership concepts across CRM, sponsorship, brand partnerships, cause-related marketing, and strategic collaborations.
- Presenting confidently to senior audiences and representing Marie Curie at events, meetings, and networking opportunities.
- Supporting and motivating team members, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative culture.
Skills Needed
- A proven track record of winning or managing corporate partnerships worth £100k+.
- Experience securing six- or seven-figure partnerships across Charity of the Year, CRM, sponsorship, or strategic partnership models.
- Strong experience in business development, including cold outreach, lead generation, and pipeline management.
- Ability to build relationships quickly and credibly with senior stakeholders across sectors.
- Exceptional communication skills written, verbal, and presentation with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Experience writing high-quality proposals, applications, and pitch decks.
- Strong networking ability and confidence representing an organisation externally.
- Commercial understanding of brand strategy, retail, consumer partnerships, and cross-sector collaboration.
- A self-starter mindset: proactive, resilient, and motivated to build new opportunities from scratch.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at pace.
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in helping Marie Curie reach its goal of raising £9.5 million in corporate income next year and to build partnerships that change lives.
Please see full job description
Application & Interview Process
- As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
- Close date for applications:
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (plus London allowance of £3.5k (subject to eligibility)
Contract: Full time, 35 hours per week
Based: Homebased (outside of London) 1 day per month in office for meetings
London based 2 days per week in London HQ
Benefits you’ll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at .
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Gain exposure to a breadth of charity roles across operations, communications and philanthropy and help ensure that Purposeful Ventures runs smoothly, efficiently and with a strong culture of proactive support.
We are looking for an Operations Coordinator to join us on an ongoing temporary basis. Our Operations Coordinators help ensure that Purposeful Ventures runs smoothly and efficiently, while playing a key role in creating a responsive, supportive and service-oriented office environment You will work closely with the wider Operations team, as well as the wider business, taking a proactive and varied role in the running of Purposeful Ventures, our projects, systems and facilities. In doing so, you will act as a trusted point of support for colleagues, ensuring they feel enabled, informed and well supported.
You will be anticipating and responding to team requirements so no two days will be the same – for example, managing mailboxes and correspondence, signposting staff, coordinating diaries, organising events, setting up meeting rooms, undertaking research, minute taking, collecting data for month end reports, and ensuring meticulous data entry. You will approach tasks with responsiveness, professionalism and a solutions-focused mindset, ensuring that all colleagues experience an efficient and helpful service at all times.
This role would suit someone keen to gain exposure to a breadth of charity administration roles across operations, IT and facilities and finance. To thrive in this role you will be organised, have fantastic attention to detail, excellent written and numerical skills, a strong can-do attitude and a willingness to proactively contribute to the team in multiple different ways. You will take pride in spotting where support is needed and step in without being asked. You will also enjoy working flexibly and collaboratively, forming strong working relationships and be motivated by making the workplace run seamlessly for everyone.
Responsibilities and duties
Our Operations Coordinators improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Purposeful Ventures Team, by providing administration support across our functions including, operations, IT and facilities and finance. They act as approachable, dependable enablers for the organisation, ensuring colleagues consistently receive timely, proactive and professional support.
The role is varied and over time post-holders are expected to gain experience and expertise in a range of duties. This may include, for example:
Administration
Working closely with colleagues in operations, communications, philanthropy and or project teams:
- Being the first point of contact for new enquiries and correspondence for Purposeful Ventures, managing email mailboxes and postal mail; providing a high level of customer service and ensuring enquiries are dealt with promptly and effectively and/or forwarded to the correct team member to progress
- Managing calendars and coordinating meetings, room bookings, activities and social events, and Purposeful Ventures representation at external events, whilst ensuring participants have what they need and that arrangements run seamlessly
- Supporting the external IT support contractor, and coordinating help for staff where appropriate whilst ensuring all issues are resolved and colleagues feel supported throughout
- Supporting the efficient management of team and project documents and templates
- Ensuring the efficient management of our CRM information, including keeping records up to date, funds in/out and payment schedules
- Document administration, coordinating the issue, signing and filing of agreements, whilst ensuring a smooth and professional experience for all parties involved
Finance administration
Contribute to the smooth running of our finance processes by:
- Supporting the monitoring of our finance mailbox, responding to queries in a timely, helpful and polite manner
- Supporting our expense and approval software and flows, and supporting colleagues to navigate systems confidently and efficiently.
- Working with the wider team to set up new projects and payees
- Working our fundraising and delivery teams to support grant payments in and out, ensuring timely processing and proactive communication
Office and facilities
Ensuring that the Purposeful Ventures team has a pleasant, productive and welcoming working environment by:
- Making the Purposeful Ventures office a pleasant, productive, inspiring environment for staff and contractors to work and collaborate in, including fostering a welcoming atmosphere where people feel supported
- Keeping the Purposeful Ventures office well stocked with agreed supplies at all times
- Managing the day-to-day coordination of the office and office visitors, liaising with the building reception/office services as appropriate and acting as a warm, professional and helpful presence for all visitors
- Monitoring office IT equipment, ensuring items are working well and repaired swiftly and that staff have access to the facilities they need
In this aspect of the role you will help set the tone of the workplace – creating an atmosphere that is warm, efficient and supportive.
Key Requirements
This role will suit someone who enjoys and excels in varied administration and operations roles, making things work well for staff and clients, and delivering efficient customer service both internally and externally. You will naturally adopt a proactive and customer-focused approach and take pride in being responsive and solutions-focused.
The successful candidate will be/have:
- Passionate about creating a fairer society where all young people thrive
- Basic understanding of general office procedures, administrative tasks and customer service principles
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt communication styles to the situation and audience and be confident in approaching all staff to offer support
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, detail orientated and systematic with the ability to inject pace and ensure delivery of multiple moving parts of their work; able to prioritise requests for their time
- A genuine customer service mindset with a proactive and positive approach to supporting colleagues and external stakeholders
- The ability to understand when people need support, without being asked to do so
- Excellent interpersonal skills with experience of proactively developing and maintaining professional relationships
- Excellent numeracy skills, and a confident excel user
- Commitment to implementing and improving systems and processes, and always looking for ways to enhance the experience of those you support
- Reliable and punctual
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Right to work in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a creative and dynamic person with a proven track record in creating, delivering and managing digital content across social media platforms to develop, implement and manage strategies to grow our online presence and raise our profile.
You’ll have demonstrable experience across a wide range of social media platforms with the ability to craft engaging content to build a rapport with your audience while continuing to uphold our brand and professional values. You will be managing multiple accounts held by the charity.
You will have experience of using third party management tools to create, plan and schedule content, analysing reach and engagement, and using analytical tools to help make informed decisions about our digital marketing strategies. You will regularly report back to the management team feeding into our wider strategy discussions, making recommendations on future campaigns.
You will be part of a wider communications team, working alongside the PR & Communications Manager, reporting to one of the trustees, fostering an organisation-wide approach working with all colleagues to ensure a planned, structured and collaborative approach to our communications and marketing planning.
As a small charity, flexibility is key to meet the needs of our shifting priorities and in between delivering and managing social media content – your primary focus – you will additionally support wider marketing activities with creation of digital content to support charity advertising, support the development of our online (web) content and more general activities across the communications team. While there will be some level of existing experience, training will be provided for anything bespoke.
As part of the role, you will help our UK-based volunteers to develop local social media activities and support them as required. This may involve making recommendations in their approach, supporting content creation and upskilling them to gain confidence in using social media.
The role is remote and the successful applicant can work from a location of their choice, making optimum use of video conferencing and online collaboration tools to connect with the wider communications team.
Some UK travel within the role is expected with the charity reimbursing reasonable UK travel costs where agreed up front and on behalf of the charity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own and lead social media execution, from planning through to delivery across multiple accounts and multiple platforms
- Develop content and strategy for new (to IA) and new-to-market platforms
- Develop and deliver relevant content that drives awareness, engagement and conversation in line with IA’s aims and objectives
- Work closely with communications peers, wider staff and volunteers to deliver meaningful campaigns which aligns to IA’s purpose and support model
- Upholding brand and culture in everything you do
- Co-develop policies relating to your area of responsibility to ensure the management of online risks, suitability to content, data protection and safeguarding
- Develop partnerships with key individuals, ensuring strong social amplification and storytelling
- Oversee social content calendars, asset production and approvals aligned to wider communications strategies
- Review and manage marketing assets, ensuring brand consistency and compliant content
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and confidently jump into new projects in a fast-moving
- environment
- Support with the development/management of wider digital content (web, digital advertising)
- prioritising the needs of the charity
- Monitoring all socials, reacting to/moderating follower engagement and questions as part of our wider support model
- Supporting volunteers with local branch social media engagement, advising on use, upholding IA’s wider values and policies and monitoring content/engagement suggesting changes where relevant
- Management reporting on social media interactions, successes, areas for development, improvements and making recommendations to the Management team/Board
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
- Experience in developing and implementing social media strategies and content in a similar role for at least 12 months
- A thorough working knowledge of a wide range of social media platforms
- Third-party applications to manage social media content across a range of platforms in addition to regular reporting and provision of management information to help the team make informed decisions to support the wider charity’s wider digital marketing strategy.
- Development of engaging and creative digital content
- Experience in social media moderation
- Working with and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships including our trustees, staff, volunteers and external medical professionals
- Digital marketing experience
- Team player
- Familiarity with UK data protection regulation
DESIRABLE
- Working knowledge of the Wordpress platform
- Advertising opportunities across social media to expand reach including cost models and budgetary management
- Basic understanding of AI and the benefits of using it within the not-for-profit sector
- Experience of working on sensitive content for people who have experienced acute and chronic illness, been through life changing surgery or those who may be feeling vulnerable or exposed at a difficult time
- Experience across the not-for-profit sector
- Experience of A/B testing
SKILLS & QUALITIES
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible, adaptable in approach, creative thinker
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit:
1. Your CV (up to 3 pages)
2. A covering letter outlining your suitability to the role (max 500 words)
Interviews will be two-stage for successful candidates. Initial interviews will be held via video conferencing (such as Zoom) discussing previous experience and role fit with successful candidates going through to a second round. This includes alignment to IA’s values. Please allow up to 1 hour for this stage.
Second round interviews are expected to be via video conference. Successful candidates will, at least one week in advance of the second round, be given a short brief and asked to provide sample content (or a clear idea of their marketing strategy) and share their ideas at least 48hrs before the interview. Candidates should be prepared to present their social media ideas at interview and answer any questions from the interview panel.
Additionally second stage applicants will be asked to provide examples of their own previously created content, at least 48hrs prior to the interview. You should be comfortable sharing past content that you have created previously which will be treated with the strictest confidence. Please allow up to 1 hour for this stage.
Applications should be submitted via the advertising platform including your CV and covering letter. See attached role profile for recruitment timetable and further details about us/the role, including contact details for an informal chat, if required, before applying. Applicants are encouraged to ensure availability in line with the recruitment timetable in the attached job specification.
While IA recognises the value of AI technology in the current climate, IA reserves the right to ignore applications where we have reason to believe that they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.
Please let us know if you require any additional support to attend or undertake an interview or if there is anything we should consider as part of the interview process
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This ia a busy and varied role for a dynamic and adaptable individual who is committed and passionate about the natural environment and local community.
Responsibilities
General management
· Ensure the Reserve Centre is managed appropriately to achieve exceptional standards, demonstrating best practice to maximise conservation benefits, in line with work taking place on the reserve.
· Lead the management of internal and external relationships of the Trust effectively, including Volunteers, NRW, G24, Land Agent and Solicitors.
· Ensure all aspects of the Centre and Reserve are managed within the agreed service levels and both internal and external measures.
· Ensure contracts are managed in a timely manner including utilities and insurance, with the Contract Clerk, providing the Trust with cost effective and suitable solutions.
· Demonstrate professional acumen, together with the motivation, creativity, initiative, and leadership skills to support the conservation team and overall strategy of the Trust.
· Coordinate the management of day-to-day operations in accordance with the agreed management plans, providing regular updates and reports to the Trustees.
· Undertake public engagement activities to build on the support of visitors and local communities.
· Make informed and balanced decisions, whilst taking a proactive approach to problem solving and seeing tasks and challenges through to successful completion.
· Promote the use of the Centre and the Reserve to local residents and communities.
Staff management
· Lead the Reserve management team, providing leadership, management and support to colleagues as required. Currently 3 members of staff and volunteers
· Carry out regular 121’s and performance reviews with all staff providing feedback on performance and implement HR processes as and when required.
· Set annual objectives for staff, and monitor performance against objectives.
· Regularly review and update staff policies, ensuring clear communication to all and adherence.
Marketing
· Work with the mangers, staff and Trustees creating effective, inspiring posts on social media, writing articles for our webpages and writing press releases.
· Review opportunities to increase visibility of the work being carried out by the Trust, maximising public awareness of the Reserve.
Risk & Compliance
· Manage the compliance and risk management relating to facilities management for the centre.
· Overall administration of Health and Safety, CDM regulations, Emergency Procedures, Fire and Security procedures and legislation. Ensuring all legislation is adhered to.
· Ensuring the centre meets the cleaning schedule standards.
· Ensure relevant risk assessments are carried out and logged for any event or work carried out in the centre or on the land.
Business Budget management
· Compile the business accounts and reconciliation in preparation for the accountant.
· Day to day management of the income and outgoings of the Trust.
· Provide regular financial updates to the Trustees.
· Ensuring staff adhere to our expenses policy.
Charity Commission
· Ensuring all Accounting and Charity Commission deadlines are met for key updates.
· Work with the Trust Clerk to ensure all meeting minutes are produced and shared in a timely manner, with all actions completed within given deadlines.
· Work with the Trust Clerk to ensure all relevant information is provided to the Charity Commission within the required timeframes.
· Trust policies and procedures are regularly maintained and compliant.
The responsibilities listed should not be taken as a comprehensive list of required duties and other reasonable activities may be required from time to time.
Responsibilities
General management
· Ensure the Reserve Centre is managed appropriately to achieve exceptional standards, demonstrating best practice to maximise conservation benefits, in line with work taking place on the reserve.
· Lead the management of internal and external relationships of the Trust effectively, including Volunteers, NRW, G24, Land Agent and Solicitors.
· Ensure all aspects of the Centre and Reserve are managed within the agreed service levels and both internal and external measures.
· Ensure contracts are managed in a timely manner including utilities and insurance, with the Contract Clerk, providing the Trust with cost effective and suitable solutions.
· Demonstrate professional acumen, together with the motivation, creativity, initiative, and leadership skills to support the conservation team and overall strategy of the Trust.
· Coordinate the management of day-to-day operations in accordance with the agreed management plans, providing regular updates and reports to the Trustees.
· Undertake public engagement activities to build on the support of visitors and local communities.
· Make informed and balanced decisions, whilst taking a proactive approach to problem solving and seeing tasks and challenges through to successful completion.
· Promote the use of the Centre and the Reserve to local residents and communities.
Staff management
· Lead the Reserve management team, providing leadership, management and support to colleagues as required. Currently 3 members of staff and volunteers
· Carry out regular 121’s and performance reviews with all staff providing feedback on performance and implement HR processes as and when required.
· Set annual objectives for staff, and monitor performance against objectives.
· Regularly review and update staff policies, ensuring clear communication to all and adherence.
Marketing
· Work with the mangers, staff and Trustees creating effective, inspiring posts on social media, writing articles for our webpages and writing press releases.
· Review opportunities to increase visibility of the work being carried out by the Trust, maximising public awareness of the Reserve.
Risk & Compliance
· Manage the compliance and risk management relating to facilities management for the centre.
· Overall administration of Health and Safety, CDM regulations, Emergency Procedures, Fire and Security procedures and legislation. Ensuring all legislation is adhered to.
· Ensuring the centre meets the cleaning schedule standards.
· Ensure relevant risk assessments are carried out and logged for any event or work carried out in the centre or on the land.
Business Budget management
· Compile the business accounts and reconciliation in preparation for the accountant.
· Day to day management of the income and outgoings of the Trust.
· Provide regular financial updates to the Trustees.
· Ensuring staff adhere to our expenses policy.
Charity Commission
· Ensuring all Accounting and Charity Commission deadlines are met for key updates.
· Work with the Trust Clerk to ensure all meeting minutes are produced and shared in a timely manner, with all actions completed within given deadlines.
· Work with the Trust Clerk to ensure all relevant information is provided to the Charity Commission within the required timeframes.
· Trust policies and procedures are regularly maintained and compliant.
The responsibilities listed should not be taken as a comprehensive list of required duties and other reasonable activities may be required from time to time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.




