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Who we are

Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality. 

We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.

We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education,  setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.

About you and the role

The purpose of this role is to manage operational delivery of our School by School Programme, ensuring efficient and effective delivery. 

You will be supported by our Chief Innovation Officer, and manage our Chef Trainers delivering our School by School interventions. You will work closely with the Director of Partnerships & Impact, our School Engagement Manager and our Research Supervisor. 

Your role will oversee our School by School interventions, delivered across multiple school sites. This role will be primarily focused in London, but will include supporting schools in locations across the UK as we develop new hubs. You will be joining a dynamic and growing charity who are passionate about delivering exceptional training, skill sharing, expertise and know-how to advance the quality of food preparation, food service and food education in schools.

You will have an understanding of the context that we operate in, education and food sectors. You will have strong people skills, and the ability to manage effective partnerships with external organisations. 

The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every single requirement, but feel as though you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we would urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other roles. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented communities, to apply.

We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.

As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.  

The responsibilities:

• To work with the Chief Innovation Officer to ensure that all programme delivery of school interventions is delivered in line with our vision, values and ethos.

• To support and manage our Chef Trainers to ensure that programme delivery is carried out in the most effective and efficient way.

• Coordinate and oversee all programme activities, including scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation.

• Managing the programme budget, identifying issues, and ensuring milestones are met. 

• Work closely with the Chief Innovation Officer, Director of Partnerships & Impact and the School Engagement Manager to assess, cost and propose suitable programmes of support for schools and multi-academy trusts interested in our School by School programme. 

• Working with the School Chef Educator and Membership teams on our regional expansion strategy, creating schools that are centres of excellence across the country.

• Working with the School Engagement Manager, attend and contribute to meetings with the Senior Leadership of prospective new schools and academies, developing proposals and financial forecasting.

• Liaise and manage relationships with the Senior Leadership in the schools and academies we work with, being the key contact for operational delivery of programmes. 

• To ensure that service level agreements are agreed with schools and that our delivery matches the agreements.

• To monitor costs of the programme delivery, reporting progress of programmes to the Chief Innovation Officer, identifying any risks or delays to programme delivery. 

• At all times to ensure that our school interventions are being delivered in a legally compliant, cost-effective way.

• Work closely with the Chef Trainers to ensure our advice to, and work in, schools is legally compliant.

• Support the Chef Trainers in monitoring legal safety compliance in schools, promptly flagging major concerns to the Chief Innovation Officer and where appropriate, the key school contact.

• Ensuring learning and evaluation is embedded in our programme delivery, working with the Chef Trainers to document best practice learnt from each programme. 

• To work alongside the Director of Partnerships & Impact and Research Supervisor to ensure that we’re collecting accurate and relevant data to measure our impact, evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the programmes, conducting regular assessments and measurements.

• Work with the Research Supervisor to support preparing reports on the impact of the School by School programmes, including statistical data, trends, and success stories. 

• Work with the School Engagement Manager to maintain accurate data records and ensure our contacts database is up to date with relevant chef, school lead and engagement information. 

• Collaborate with the Chef Trainers to ensure the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of schools. 

Your skills and experience

You'll be the right person for this job if:

• You are passionate about food and believe in our mission to improve kids' health through improving food and food education in schools

• You enjoy problem-solving and working in a dynamic environment

• You have some experience in leading or managing a team within the food sector

• You have some experience working in a similar multi-site role 

• You have financial experience in the food sector - e.g. costing recipes, stocktaking, finding the best cost for ingredients. You’ll be comfortable with spreadsheets, monitoring financial costs, and producing financial forecasts

• You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead

• You are able to engage effectively with senior leadership teams in educational settings, and are proactive and confident in addressing challenges

• You are an excellent writer and communicator with strong presentation and facilitation skills 

• You are skilled in building rapport with people and strike a balance between being supportive and challenging 

• You have experience working with various individuals and organisations, building relationships, and collaborating effectively to deliver successful projects

Benefits

You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.

We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays.  We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.

We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.

Application process

In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application along with your CV.

We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.

Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.

Expected duration of this application process: 6 weeks

Application deadline - Midnight Tues 19th Aug.

First interviews (online video call) will be held online on Thurs 28th Aug.

Second interviews (in-person) will be held on Thurs 4th Sept.

Our vision is to save every one. It may take us a long time to get there, but drowning is preventable, and we believe that even one drowning is one too many. We are all lifesavers. We are all fundraisers. This is our watch.

We’re looking for the best of the best to be part of our RNLI crew. This is an exciting new role that is people focused, making sure our engagement volunteers and supporters feel part of the RNLI family and are appreciated and supported in everything they do. You will be helping us brave the storm and empowering our volunteers in their engagement activities, from raising money and creating visitor experiences to developing our retail offering. This role will cover areas including Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, County Durham and our lifeboat stations along the North East Coast.

About us

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a charity that provides a 24-hour lifeboat search and rescue service, seasonal lifeguards, and water safety education and initiatives. Our lifeboat crews and lifeguards need a dedicated, professional and talented team behind them, and that is where you come in. This is your chance to join that team and help save lives every day.

Working together with partners and communities, we aim to educate, influence, supervise and rescue those at risk from drowning. By 2024, we’re aiming for a 50% reduction in drowning in the UK and Ireland and effective drowning prevention strategies around the world. We see digital technologies as crucial in helping us achieve this goal.

Some of the benefits

• Flexible working
• Starting with 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance

About the role

As a Community Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Connecting the RNLI community to the cause
• Empowering volunteer engagement crew to do what they do best: engaging the public, sharing our RNLI vision and growing support for our cause
• Supporting volunteer engagement crew to achieve key income, footfall and contact goals and seeking ways to engage new audiences
• Being part of an amazing regional team, working collaboratively to shape the future of RNLI engagement and provide an outstanding level of care to staff, volunteers and supporters

About you

You’ll be:

• A people person who can interact with a wide number of different volunteers, branches, groups, individuals and businesses
• Inspiring and empowering engagement activity in your area, tackling challenging goals
• Able to work as part of a high-performing team but equally confident working independently, out and about in your area
• Passionate about making a real difference for our volunteers and supporters and growing support for our cause

To be considered as the Community Manager, you will need:

• Experience of working within the third sector
• Experience of engaging supporters, volunteers and the general public
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Volunteer leadership and management experience, ideally in a collaborative environment
• Experience of seeking out and implementing new opportunities for improved performance

Please note, this role requires a significant level of travel within the North & East region, including quarterly meetings at our Regional Base in Thornaby, with occasional travel to other RNLI assets and our support centre in Poole. This post requires a valid driving license, and a car will be made available to support.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: 4th August 2025.
First interviews: 14th August 2025 (Teams).
Second interviews: 22nd August 2025 (in person – Thornaby).

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out, dependent on the eligibility of the role (England & Wales: DBS check; Scotland: Disclosure Scotland PVG; Northern Ireland: Access NI; Republic of Ireland: Garda Vetting; International: International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable) and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

The Supporter Care Team are responsible for our gift processing and supporter enquiry management. As part of our growth plans, we are expanding the responsibilities of this team to also include fundraising compliance and Gift Aid, an important income source for funding research towards a cure.

The Gift Aid Manager will report to the Senior Supporter Care Manager and will be responsible for ensuring the organisation is up to date on regulatory changes and that we have processes in place for training and monitoring our compliance, refreshing policies where need be. The biggest responsibility of the role, however, is maximising income generated from Gift Aid.  Working closely with colleagues across the Fundraising Directorate, Compliance and risk, and Finance teams, the postholder will also ensure that we follow best practice in raising, recording, processing and claiming Gift Aid, by monitoring, shaping and communicating all associated processes.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Regulation and Policies

· Setting internal compliance policies in line with regulators and in conjunction with our own internal risk and governance. 

· Ensuring we are up to date with regulatory changes and make internal changes to keep us compliant, leading relevant teams to ensure changes are made and carrying out regular checks to ensure we are operating compliantly.

· Ensure the organisation is trained in fundraising compliance and responsible for updating training when required, as well as ensuring training is carried out regularly.

· Manage a central FR risk register related to regulation and compliance and escalating appropriately where needed to ensure swift mitigations are carried out.

· Writing any new policies and seeking the relevant input and approval for internal stakeholders, with particular focus on our central Compliance and Risk function.

Gift Aid Management

· Maximise income from Gift Aid opportunities across Fundraising and Marketing, ensure Gift Aid income is suitably reported and reviewed on a regular basis by income generating teams, monitoring and responding to developing trends and work closely with teams to identify opportunities and activities to grow our gift aid income and promote messaging around tax efficient giving. Ensure Fundraising teams are correctly promoting Gift Aid in products (new and existing) and campaigns.

· Raise the profile of Gift Aid within Fundraising and Marketing as an important source of income, ensuring income generating teams have a clear understanding of Gift Aid performance in their area.

· Responsible for ensuring gift aid policies, processes and training is built into the directorate induction, communication and compliance plans. Develop and keep Gift Aid training and communications up to date to ensure colleagues are equipped to improve Gift Aid performance and ensure accuracy in Gift Aid processing.

· Maintain and improve the integrity and efficiency of Gift Aid processes taking overall responsibility for the end-to-end processing of Gift Aid across Fundraising, escalating issues where necessary and working in conjunction with Fundraising, Data, Compliance and Risk and Finance teams.

· Ensure compliance with all relevant Gift Aid regulatory requirement, both within Alzheimer’s Research UK and by our third-party suppliers and agencies. As the Gift Aid expert, you will liaise with third party fulfilment agencies and fundraising platforms in relation to all Gift Aid matters in collaboration with Fundraising teams.

· Develop positive relationships with HMRC and other charities and organisations sharing insights that will benefit and optimise Alzheimer’s Research UK’s management of Gift Aid

· Responsible for the management of an archiving and document management systems for all Gift Aid declarations and audit trails, including those held by third parties.

· Coordinate any Gift Aid audit requirements including HMRC Gift Aid audit visits and any internal audit assignments, ensuring accepted recommendations are properly implemented. Lead for regular internal audits of Gift Aid declarations and ensure that declarations are re-solicited where necessary.

 

What we are looking for:

· Experience of successfully developing, implementing and managing complex end to end Gift Aid processes within a charitable organisation. Including knowledge and understanding of Gift Aid compliance and GDPR in charity environments.

· Working knowledge of HMRC & Gift Aid regulations and practices and other relevant HMRC guidelines. Working knowledge of Fundraising Regulator and other compliance appropriate to our business model.

· Technical expertise and knowledge of techniques used in audit management and proven experience of monitoring and checking processes and work standards. Experience of running internal compliance and gift aid checks and audits, including writing findings and recommendation reports.

· Experience communicating complex information to a wide range of stakeholders in a way that’s easy to digest and understand. 

· Ability to deliver under pressure and within deadlines.

· Ability to build excellent working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, including senior management. And ability to influence new processes and policies to be implemented.

· Demonstrable ability to constructively liaise, negotiate and constructively challenge the status quo and seek better alternatives, finding practical ways to overcome barriers.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £42,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 3rd August 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

As the UK’s leading dementia research charity, we’re determined to stop this from becoming a reality. We’re working to revolutionise the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia. But we will not stop there. With your support, we will keep going until every person is free from the heartbreak of dementia. We exist for a cure.

As Research Contracts Manager, you will play a vital role in the delivery of Alzheimer’s Research UK’s growing research portfolio. You will lead on the financial and contractual aspects of our research funding processes. You will help ensure our funding is administered responsibly, efficiently, and in a way that maximises impact for people affected by dementia. This role sits within the Research Directorate, an ambitious, supportive and friendly team, and working closely with colleagues across Finance and Fundraising,

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Research award financial oversight

· Manage and develop the post-award lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ARUK’s funding policies and funding conditions, whilst reducing administrative burden.

· Act as a primary point of contact for host institutions on post-award matters, including financial management, reconciliation and contractual issues.

· Maintain systems to track financial data associated with funded grants, providing information to internal teams and act as the primary contact for all questions related to award finances.

· Collaborate with the Research Manager, Finance team and Research Leadership team to maintain robust grant forecasting and budget control across research programmes.

· Be a Subject Matter Expert for the Grants Management system and maintain accurate grant records and ensure internal and external stakeholders have access to accurate data.

· Provide advice and training on financial best practices to internal teams.

· Implement, oversee and refine a grants audit approach.

Research contracts and agreements

· Lead the drafting, negotiation, and finalisation of all research-related awards and contracts, including funding agreements, collaboration agreements, and data agreements.

· Develop and maintain templates and a database of executed agreements.

· Liaise with host institutions, collaborating organisations, and legal advisors to resolve contractual queries and ensure efficient processing.

· Work in partnership with internal legal counsel and DPO, ensure contracts are consistent with ARUK’s policies, funder requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Research policy and process development

· Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of ARUK’s research finance, grant cost and contracts policies, ensuring they remain aligned with best practice, proportionate and compliant with legal and regulatory frameworks.

· Support the development and roll-out of new funding schemes by advising on financial models and contract terms.

· Represent ARUK at relevant sector forums, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of trends and developments in research funding and compliance.

· Champion the implementation of the new Grants Management system across the organisation.

Management Responsibilities

· Manage, coach and develop of a Research Executive, effectively delegating work to support delivery of their objectives.

· Work to promote an inspiring team culture across the Research Funding team where personal development is prioritised.

 

What we are looking for:

· Significant experience in research finance and/or research contract management, ideally within a medical research funder, university, NHS, or research setting.

· Sound knowledge of research funding frameworks, budgeting principles, and financial governance.

· Experience drafting and negotiating research-related agreements, with a good understanding of IP, data sharing, and collaboration issues.

· Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and diplomatically.

· Proactive and detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

· Strong project management skills, with experience managing multiple priorities and identifying risks

· Commitment to ARUK’s vision, mission and values

· Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent eye for detail with a focus on continuous improvement

· Willingness to embrace and drive change to maximise impact

· A team player who can collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders internally and externally to deliver

· Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise competing demands

· Ability to work independently

· Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight travel

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 3rd August 2025, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

Home based covering parts of Norfolk & Suffolk, with some travel across the North & East Region

Our vision is to save every one. It may take us a long time to get there, but drowning is preventable, and we believe that even one drowning is one too many. We are all lifesavers. We are all fundraisers. This is our watch.

We’re looking for the best of the best to be part of our RNLI crew. This is an exciting new role that is people focused, making sure our engagement volunteers and supporters feel part of the RNLI family, and are appreciated and supported in everything they do. You will be helping us brave the storm and empowering our volunteers in their engagement activities, from raising money, creating visitor experiences, developing our retail offering. This role will cover areas including Norwich, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds and supporting many of our lifeboat stations along the Norfolk & Suffolk coasts.

About us

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a charity that provides a 24-hour lifeboat search and rescue service, seasonal lifeguards, and water safety education and initiatives. Our lifeboat crews and lifeguards need a dedicated, professional and talented team behind them, and that is where you come in. This is your chance to join that team and help save lives every day.

Working together with partners and communities, we aim to educate, influence, supervise and rescue those at risk from drowning. By 2024, we’re aiming for a 50% reduction in drowning in the UK and Ireland, and effective drowning prevention strategies around the world. We see digital technologies as crucial in helping us achieve this goal.

Some of the benefits·

• Flexible working
• Starting with 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance

About the role

As a Community Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Connecting the RNLI community to the cause
• Empowering volunteer engagement crew to do what they do best, engaging the public, sharing our RNLI vision and growing support for our cause
• Supporting volunteer engagement crew to achieve key income, footfall and contact goals and seeking ways to engage new audiences
• Being part of an amazing regional team, working collaboratively to shape the future of RNLI engagement and provide an outstanding level of care to staff, volunteers and supporters

About you

You’ll be:

• A people person, that can interact with a wide number of different volunteers, branches, groups, individuals and businesses Inspiring and empower engagement activity in your area, tackling challenging goals
• Able to work as part of a high performing team, but equally confident working independently, out and about in your area
• Passionate about making a real difference for our volunteers and supporters and growing support for our cause

To be considered as the Community Manager, you will need:

• Experience of working within the third sector
• Experience of engaging supporters, volunteers and the general public
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Volunteer leadership and management experience, ideally in a collaborative environment
• Experience of seeking out and implementing new opportunities for improved performance

Please note this role requires a significant level of travel within the North & East region, including quarterly meetings at our Regional Base in Thornaby, with occasional travel to other RNLI assets and our support centre in Poole. This post requires a valid driving license and a car will be made available to support.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: 4 August 2025.

First interviews: 15th August 2025 (Teams).

Second interviews: 26th August 2025 (in person - Catfield).

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

About the role

We are seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager to play a key role in strengthening MAP’s governance, risk management and compliance frameworks. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance, you’ll lead the day-to-day implementation of risk assessments, compliance checks, policy oversight, and due diligence processes. This is a cross-functional role working closely with teams in the UK and field offices to ensure regulatory and donor compliance, ethical conduct, and risk awareness across the organisation.

About you

You’ll bring at least five years’ experience in risk, compliance or audit, ideally within the charity or humanitarian sector. You’ll have excellent analytical, communication, and training delivery skills, with a solid understanding of compliance frameworks, donor regulations, and ethical standards. A relevant qualification or certification (e.g. IRM, ICA) is highly desirable. Arabic language skills are a plus.

If you are a proctive, values-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about upholding integrity and accountability in humanitarian work, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
• Maintain and regularly update the corporate risk register and support country teams in localised risk 
identification and tracking.
• Facilitate risk assessment workshops and training for staff on identifying, analysing, and mitigating 
operational and strategic risks.
• Monitor and analyse trends in incidents, near misses, and vulnerabilities to inform continuous risk 
mitigation efforts.

Regulatory and Donor Compliance
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and targeted spot checks to assess adherence to donor, legal, 
and internal policy requirements.
• Monitor compliance with safeguarding, anti-fraud, anti-terrorism, sanctions (e.g. OFSI), and other 
critical MAP policies.
• Provide compliance and risk-related input during proposal development, programme design, and 
donor reporting cycles.

Due Diligence Oversight
• Lead due diligence assessments for partners, suppliers, and grantees, ensuring alignment with MAP’s 

Due Diligence Framework.
• Conduct follow-up reviews and verification checks, and support teams in completing and 
documenting appropriate due diligence procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements of MAP’s due diligence tools and processes and deliver 
relevant training and guidance to implementing teams.

Policy and Procedure Oversight
• Assist the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance in drafting, reviewing, and updating MAP’s risk 
and compliance-related policies.
• Ensure policies are rolled out effectively, understood, and consistently applied across all 
departments and country offices.

Training and Capacity Building
• Deliver awareness and induction training on risk management, compliance, and ethical conduct to all 
staff.
• Coordinate regular refresher sessions and support field and HQ teams in building their compliance 
and risk management capacity.

Reporting and Advice
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and analysis on the status of compliance, risk trends, and 
mitigation progress for senior management.
• Advise staff and managers on compliance-related issues, policy interpretation, ethical dilemmas, and 
practical risk mitigation strategies.
• Escalate significant risks or non-compliance concerns to the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance 
in a timely and clear manner.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience:
•Professional Qualification: Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline. A compliance or riskrelated certification (e.g. IRM, ICA) is desirable.
•Risk & Compliance Experience: Minimum 5 years in a compliance, risk management or audit role. 
Experience working with internal policy enforcement, donor regulations, or NGO legal compliance.
•Controls & Policy: Demonstrated experience implementing policy oversight or contributing to compliance frameworks.  exposure to safeguarding, GDPR, or anti-bribery requirements.
•Sector Knowledge: Familiarity with development, humanitarian or regulated NGO settings is beneficial.

Skills and Knowledge:
• Language Proficiency:
      oFluent in English, both written and spoken.
     oArabic is an advantage for field communications.
•Governance, Risk & Controls: Understanding of risk assessments, compliance audits and governance 
best practices.
•Regulatory Compliance: Awareness of charity law, donor compliance, and safeguarding.
•Analytical Skills: Ability to evaluate processes and detect gaps or inefficiencies.
•Communication: Strong writing and presentation abilities.
•Organisation & IT: Capable of managing multiple tasks and confident with Excel, SharePoint, and policy 
tracking systems.

Personal Attributes and Other Requirements:
• Integrity: Demonstrates confidentiality, neutrality and professional ethics.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Works effectively with global colleagues and understands context-specific risk 
dynamics.
• Proactivity: Acts on issues and flags concerns early.
• Travel: Open to limited international travel as required.
• Alignment: Belief in MAP’s mission, with commitment to equity and humanitarian principles.

This job description is not exhaustive and is intended as a guide to the role. It will be reviewed periodically and 
 may be amended to meet the evolving needs of Medical Aid for Palestinians. The Head of Internal Audit will be 
 expected to operate in line with any organisational policies and procedures and to uphold MAP’s ethos of 
 dignity, accountability, and solidarity in all areas of work

Use your digital skills to make a real-world difference

Zetetick Housing is a medium charity that provides homes for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. We’re growing — and we want our digital voice to grow with us.

We’re looking for someone creative, imaginative and curious who can run targeted campaigns, improve visibility and generate leads. Someone who can turn insight into action, and who believes digital work should reflect real values.

This role supports and bridges fundraising, partnerships and housing. You’ll help shape how we speak to funders, care providers and the public, using tools like SEO, social media and email campaigns to strengthen trust and raise awareness.

What you’ll bring

• Experience with digital marketing, lead generation and content

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Confidence using tools like Google Ads, Mailchimp and CRMs like Wordpress

• A practical, proactive mindset and a clear sense of purpose

What we offer

• A flexible, supportive team

• Space to shape your role and grow your skills

• Work that directly supports people who need it most

To apply, send your CV and a short statement. We’re reviewing applications as they come in.

Zetetick Housing welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and will support any access needs you may have.

Charity People is proud to be partnering with The Migraine Trust, the UK's leading charity dedicated to supporting people affected by migraine. With over one in seven people in the UK living with this complex neurological condition, The Migraine Trust is a vital voice for change, campaigning for awareness, funding research, and providing trusted support.

We're looking for a dynamic and strategic Head of Fundraising to join the Senior Leadership Team and lead a growing and ambitious fundraising function. This is a hands-on leadership role with a strong focus on corporate partnerships and major donor development. You'll be joining at a time of real momentum, with the opportunity to shape the future of income generation and make a tangible impact on the lives of people living with migraine.

Our vision

A world where migraine doesn't stop anyone from living the life they want

Our mission

Everyone with migraine deserves the best possible care and treatment and support. We invest in research, campaign for long term improvements and address the stigma and misunderstanding that currently exists. No one with migraine should feel alone and we are here at every step

Head of Fundraising

• Hybrid (London office 1 day/week or 1 day/month for SLT if home-based)
• Circa £52k
• Full-time, 35 hours per week
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30), plus office closure over Christmas and your birthday off
• 8% employer pension contribution (with 4% employee contribution)
• Generous training and development budget
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Flexible working culture with hybrid and home-based options

Closing date: Friday 22nd August

First Stage Interviews: w/c 1st September

Second Stage Interviews: w/c 8th September

About the Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive and managing a brilliant team of four, you'll lead the development and delivery of a diverse fundraising strategy. You'll take a proactive role in cultivating high-value relationships, securing new partnerships, and driving innovation across income streams.

Key priorities include:

• Leading and inspiring a high-performing fundraising team
• Developing and delivering a multi-channel fundraising strategy
• Building strategic corporate partnerships and major donor relationships
• Growing a pipeline of non-pharma corporate prospects
• Collaborating across teams to create compelling cases for support
• Championing best practice use of Beacon CRM
• Ensuring compliance with GDPR, charity law, and fundraising regulations

About You

We're looking for a confident and entrepreneurial fundraiser with:

• A strong track record in corporate fundraising and major donor development
• Experience leading successful teams and managing income targets
• Knowledge of trusts, foundations, and individual giving
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative, creative, and ambitious mindset
• Understanding of charity law, GDPR, and the Code of Fundraising Practice

This is a brilliant opportunity to lead a fundraising team with purpose, creativity, and ambition and to help build a future where migraine doesn't stop anyone from living the life they want.

To find out more and to request a full job pack, please contact Kevin at Charity People

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

About the role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a community midwife to join our friendly, established community health team. We are a busy service with a diverse caseload working with service families and children in Brunei.

We are looking for a confident, innovative, NMC registered Midwife with excellent communication skills. You will work in conjunction with secondary care providers in Brunei as well as the wider team in the medical centre.

You will be responsible for delivering a high standard of Midwifery care on a rotational basis in order to provide 24 hour cover.

You will be offered opportunities to develop both clinically and professionally within a supportive environment and encouraged to participate in service developments. Supervision and a comprehensive, supportive induction period are provided. The role offers you the opportunity to experience the joy of providing care throughout the pregnancy continuum, benefiting from continuous care with the caseload of patients.

About the team

You will be a member of the SSAFA community health team based in Brunei, working with one full time midwife and the health visiting team, comprising of two health visitors, two health visitor assistants and a health visitor clerk.  This role also offers the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely on occasions, depending on the needs of the service.

A valid driving license and the ability to drive a manual car is essential.

About you

You must be a registered midwife with the NMC.

You will be ale to manage and prioritise a caseload successfully, have good time management skills, excellent oral and written communication skills and be committed to personal development. You will have a good working knowledge of safeguarding children.

All staff are required to be committed to safeguarding children and adults in conjunction with the local safeguarding children’s board.

About SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2023 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA

SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.

Please note that a relocation package is available for this position to assist with your move to Brunei.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 06 August 2025. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy once we receive sufficient suitable applications.

Interviews: Week commencing 18 August 2025.

We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Fundraiser to be responsible for the delivery of core elements of the Supporter Acquisition programme, developing engaging communications / products and activity across multiple channels, such as paid search and social, email, telemarketing and offline channels.

This is a Hybrid role with two days a week in the office, you can be based either in the Chelsea or Sutton office.

The Charity
An incredible health charity passionate about delivering world leading care and research to provide the very best life-saving treatments.

You will be joining an organisation with a supportive work culture and an ambitious Individual Giving team, while receiving employees benefits that include
- Competitive salaries benchmarked against the market with annual increases.
- Auto- enrolment in our Aviva pension scheme from day one, with Up to 6% employer contributions.
- 27 days annual leave per annum plus UK bank holidays
- Access to an employee assistance programme designed to save you money and improve your physical, financial, and mental health and wellbeing.... as well as much more!

The Role
Lead in the development and delivery of Supporter Acquisition campaigns/activity/products across a range of media, with a specific focus on digital channels.

Work closely with the Individual Giving Manager to plan, manage and deliver the annual operating plan, including end-to-end project management,

Be responsible for the briefing and the day-to-day management of internal and external suppliers including copy and artwork development through to production, broadcast and final print.

Deliver draft budget and reforecasting figures as part of the planning and budgeting process.

The Candidate
Previous experience with Individual Giving / Direct Marketing within a multi-channel, multi-discipline environment, especially through supporter acquisition channels.

Good project-management experience, including managing budgets, schedules, creative development, and supplier relationships for fundraising direct marketing campaigns.

Knowledge of best practice digital fundraising, with particular experience of running Search, Social and online campaigns to increase supporters and gather data for future marketing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Looking for a role where your planning and co-ordination skills help support learning and development?

We have an exciting opportunity for an Education Co-ordinator to join our Services and Partnerships Team at the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. You will play a key role in delivering high quality, inclusive education activities. Working closely with the Education Lead to co-ordinate a varied programme of online and in-person events, ensuring they are delivered successfully.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication and organisational skills, who is confident working independently, and comfortable with occasional travel and flexible hours.

You will be based from our office in Northampton with the requirement to travel regionally for face-to-face events. We currently host approximately 15 in-person events annually.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of online, regional, and national education events
• Use event platforms to create, promote, and co-ordinate education sessions
• Manage the education digital survey account (SmartSurvey) to collect feedback and support ongoing improvement
• Identify and negotiate with accessible venues, including carrying out DEI audits
• Maintain accreditation standards with professional bodies such as the Royal College of Physicians
• Attend events and manage pre- and post-event tasks such as communications, attendance, and certificates
• Oversee the Education and Community of Practice inboxes, responding or escalating as needed
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system to support event co-ordination
• Process the Continued Professional Development fund grant requests and keep related records up to date
• Work collaboratively with internal colleagues to meet project aims

About You:

• Excellent organisational and, both verbal and written, communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Confident using platforms such as Zoom and EventsAir
• Planning and co-ordination skills
• Proactive and able to solve problems on the spot during live events
• Able to use a range of digital tools and adapt to new systems
• Customer-focused and committed to delivering a high standard of service
• Flexible approach, including willingness to travel and work occasional unsocial hours

About Us:

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

What We Offer:

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training and personal development.
• Hybrid working.

The full job description is available in the candidate pack.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 1 day per month with flexibility to attend more in line with business requirements. This role also requires travel to in person events nationally and regionally. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.

How to apply:

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and communicate effectively in writing and in person
• Confident using digital tools and platforms, such as event software (e.g. EventsAir), Zoom, and other collaboration applications, with a willingness to learn new systems
• A professional and reliable approach, with a focus on delivering high quality service and supporting others effectively

Important Information:

• We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
• If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
• Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
• If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
• We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.

Department: Big Issue Invest
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 35
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
 
Driving Impactful Social Investment Opportunities in the West Midlands
 
Big Issue Invest is one of the leading social impact investors in the UK and we are looking to grow the level of engagement with the social impact sector in the West Midlands and other voluntary sector organisations looking to grow their impact.
 
To do this we are looking for a new Investment Manager to be our regional representative. You will be based in the region but have the full support of the nationwide investment team.
 
We are passionate in our desire to bring more investment into the region and to build on existing networks in the regional social sector. Therefore we need someone who shares this passion and has the knowledge and skills to be able to build networks and develop investment opportunities, all backed up by a strong knowledge of the issues that Big Issue Invest exist to address alongside the wider social investment market.
 
You will be working closely with the BII Investment Team and the Combined Authority to proactively source, connect to and assess new investment opportunities that meet our criteria for investment. You will also work closely with WMCA other co-investors, accelerators, networks, etc, to build and maintain a pipeline of impact driven investment opportunities and support the strategic development of the portfolio.
 
Other key tasks include financial risk and analysis and supporting the development and refinement of the teams investment strategy.
 
You will bring an understanding of the most pressing social issues of the region and ideas on how they can be addressed, including different investment approaches. You will also have experience developing business pro-actively through networking, events and engagement with stakeholders in the region.
 
A strong understanding of debt investments and SME/corporate credit analysis and a strong ability to build and maintain relationships with other sector intermediaries and the ability to make useful connections to support social organisations will be a key requirement for this role.
 
If this sounds like you and you are a supporter of our work then please see the attached Job Description for a fuller summary of responsibilities, skills, qualities and experience required for the role.
 
The role is full time and fixed terms for 2 years with a desire to make the role permanent.
 
We encourage and welcome applicants from all members of the community and particularly applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector – women in finance, people with disabilities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA, and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
 
Big Issue Invest is part of the Big Issue Group which brings together media, investment and service initiatives under the one aim of creating solutions through enterprise, to unlock social and economic opportunity for the 14.5m people in the UK living in relative poverty to earn, learn and thrive.
 
The Big Issue Invest and Big Issue Group are strongly focused and striving towards equal opportunities and committed to promoting and enhancing diversity, equality and inclusion. 
 
Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is in the range of £50,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays that grows incrementally service.
• Flexible working policy
• Hybrid working available
• Pension scheme
• Private Health care cover
• Enhanced Family benefits
• On-going learning and development
• Employee Assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing
• Blue Light Card Benefits scheme

 
Workplace details:
 
The role is based remotely with ability to travel across the West Midlands. Periodic meetings will take place at the West Midlands Combined Authority offices and office space is available either at WMCA or Big Issue offices in Birmingham. Occasional travel to the Big Issue offices in Finsbury Park will also form part of performing the role.
 
Closing date – 29th August 2025 (23:59pm). Please note that we may shortlist and interview before the role closes so please apply asap.
 
Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives. Over time our organisation has grown and now The Big Issue Group consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd and Big Issue Invest Ltd (our social investment arm) and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.
 
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Purpose of the role

To support the communications team in raising the profile of Day One, primarily on social media and with a focus on short-form video content. 

As a staff ambassador for Day One, championing our values and behaviours and being committed to the difference that Day One makes is essential. The role sits within our Fundraising and Communications Department and will support the wider team.

Key responsibilities 

The post holder’s primary duties and responsibilities are as follows: 

• Lead the day-to-day management of Day One's social networks 
• Create content for Day One’s social media accounts, website and email marketing 
• Create video content for Day One’s social media channels and YouTube 
• Work closely with Day One’s Services Team to identify patient stories which demonstrate the charity’s impact 
• Write case studies and ‘stories of recovery’ based on the experiences of our service users and volunteers 
• Support the management of Day One’s paid advertising campaigns on social media 
• Assist the communications and fundraising team with various tasks including: 
• Assisting with events marketing 
• Assisting with website content creation 
• Supporting digital fundraising 
• Support the wider Day One organisation with effective communications 

What we’ll need from you

This job is all about supporting the communications team in raising the profile of Day One, primarily on social media and with a focus on short-form video content. You’ll need to be a great communicator and creative thinker with a passion for making great digital content. You will work closely with our service users, volunteers and staff to make compelling content for social media in both written and video form. You will need to be creative, proactive, empathetic and adaptable. Working closely with our fundraising and communications team, you’ll ensure people remain at the heart of our work by telling powerful stories that resonate with our audiences and effectively communicate the impact of major trauma and the support Day One provides. As we are a small organisation, you will need to be ready to support the wider team with fundraising and service delivery projects.

Who you’ll be working with

You’ll work as a key member of our friendly, experienced and enthusiastic communications and fundraising team. We're a small, hard-working team with big ambitions, but we still make the time to support each other. You’ll be line-managed by me (Digital Communications Officer), and work alongside our Communications Manager Dave and Marketing and Communications Officer Harriet. You’ll be supported by our Fundraising and Communications Director, a supportive SLT and board of trustees, and work alongside six fantastic fundraising colleagues. This position is new for the charity, so there is lots of scope for you to carve out the role and make it your own. We’ll support you, so together we can become the charity that communication professionals want to work for: because of the impact we have on the lives of major trauma patients and their families, our inclusive culture, professional development opportunities and exceptional communications.

For the full job description, please refer to the attached recruitment pack.

How to apply

Upload your CV and a supporting statement, in written and/or video form, demonstrating how you meet the criteria and outlining why you’re interested in the role. Please include any examples of projects that you’ve worked on which you would like to share in your supporting statement. This can include relevant projects from your professional or personal life. To send a video as part of your application, please refer to the attached recruitment pack on full details on how to upload this.

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 10th August 2025 

In-person interview date: Monday 18th August 2025 

If we receive a high number of applications, we may get in touch to do an initial phone screening with suitable applicants. 

Job Title: Programme Lead (Path Protection)

Team: Programmes and Delivery

Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and either London, Cardiff or Edinburgh)

*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £32,239 to £48,593. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of £35,635 depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.

It’s an exciting time to join the Ramblers as we have recently refreshed our strategy to support the delivery of our long-term ambitions.

We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, enabling the charity to grow its supporter base and open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.

Context and purpose of role

At Ramblers we work to empower the public and volunteers to take action to protect paths and access – whether claiming lost rights of way, pursuing resolutions to path problems, or objecting to changes to the definitive map. As a member of the Programmes team, the Programme Lead (Path Protection) will be responsible for the successful development and delivery of the programme across GB.

Key responsibilities

• Lead on the design, development and operational delivery of the Path Protection programme across GB.
• Create operational delivery plans – to identify milestones, monitor risks, resolve issues and manage resource requirements.
• Design and develop resources and processes to support programme implementation.
• Be responsible for managing a budget in line with programme goals and objectives.
• Be responsible for evaluation and reporting, to ensure the programme meets KPIs and delivers measurable impact.
• Manage new and existing strategic partnerships with partner organisations and those working to improve access and reduce barriers to becoming active outdoors.
• Train and support volunteers – and promote the programme more widely.
• Provide advice and guidance to the public on path protection issues.
• Engage diverse audiences from communities facing additional barriers to getting outdoors, to senior stakeholders including funders and other strategic external partners.
• Directly deliver Path Protection events to support the continued development and co-production of the programme.
• Work closely with Nations Directors, Community Development Officers and the Fundraising team to secure the support required to sustain and grow the programme.
• Ensure robust risk management systems are in place to ensure the safety of participants.
• Ensure programme compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Review the programme annually to identify lessons learned or areas for development to drive continuous improvement.

Other

• Work collaboratively as a member of the Programmes team, to share learning and develop innovative practice in programme design and development.
• Engage and proactively develop excellent working relationships across the organisation
• Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post.

The person

Knowledge and Experience

• Programme management experience – including responsibility for planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience providing advice to a variety of stakeholders and managing casework.
• Experience recruiting and managing partners and volunteers.
• Experience designing and delivering a training programme – working with participants to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Experience of successfully working with fundraising colleagues to secure funding to sustain and scale a programme.
• Knowledge of the potential barriers to participation in outdoor recreation.
• Experience managing relationships with strategic stakeholders.
• An understanding of rights of way law and practice.

Skills and Leadership

• Ability to develop, introduce and champion new ways of working as an expert on path protection initiatives.
• Strong verbal, written and digital communication skills – with an ability to convey information clearly to a range of different audiences.
• Ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve common goals.
• Ability to use initiative and to be flexible and adaptable in approach.
• Ability to analyse information thoroughly and make sound decisions and recommendations.

Personal Attributes 

• Interest in walking and a commitment to the principles of inclusion and enabling everyone to feel welcome in the outdoors.
• Able to engage diverse audiences, including community partners and senior decision makers.
• Flexible and able to develop strong, collaborative team relationships.
• Entrepreneurial approach to developing and growing innovative projects.
• Flexible and resilient with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and to spend evenings and weekends away from home as required.

Values and Behaviours

Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.

Inclusive

We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.

Inspiring

We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.

Empowering

We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.

Responsible

We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.