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• Job Title: Head of Governance and Risk
• Location: Thame (Oxfordshire) 
• Working arrangements: Hybrid, 2 days per week on-site
• Salary: £65,000 per annum
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Affinity Trust is a national charity dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives. We are looking for an exceptional governance professional to join our senior leadership team as our new Head of Governance and Risk.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this is a high‑impact role at the heart of our organisation. You will lead governance and assurance, act as Company Secretary, oversee corporate risk and business continuity, and advise the Board and Executive Team.

As a trusted strategic partner, you will help ensure we meet our statutory and regulatory obligations, strengthen decision-making, and uphold our values.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading governance, assurance and Board/Committee support
• Acting as Company Secretary and ensuring statutory compliance
• Managing risk, internal control and organisational resilience
• Overseeing the performance of external legal advisors
• Providing governance oversight of data protection and information compliance

This standalone role requires significant expertise, confidence and integrity. You will bring strong knowledge of charity and company law, excellent Board-level communication skills, and the ability to balance strategic insight with hands‑on delivery.

If you are a values-driven professional who wants to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Key Priorities for the First 12 Months

• Strengthen the organisation’s governance framework and Board reporting cycle.
• Lead a structured review of the corporate risk register and associated assurance processes.
• Embed a refreshed business continuity framework, including scenario testing.

• Support a Board effectiveness evaluation and implementation of any recommendations.
• Review the performance and value-for-money of external legal advisors.
• Enhance processes for data protection and ICO compliance oversight in partnership with the SIRO.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a highly capable governance professional who brings:

• Strong technical expertise in charity governance, risk, and regulatory compliance.
• Confidence advising senior leaders and Trustees.
• Excellent communication, diplomacy, and influencing skills.
• A proactive, values-led approach with the ability to work autonomously.
• The ability to juggle strategic insight with hands-on delivery.

You don’t need to have worked in a large team — this role is well-suited to someone who thrives in a standalone, high-responsibility position.

Please note, all roles are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the relevant level for the position. This check will be paid for by us.

Parkinson’s UK is now recruiting for a skilled and experienced Salesforce Marketing Cloud Specialist looking for an exciting and challenging role that will make a real impact in the way the charity manages its email communications.

About the role

As our Marketing Cloud Operations Specialist, you will be the operational technical expert of our supporter engagement. This is a pivotal role within our Salesforce Team ensuring that our Marketing Cloud Engagement (SFMCE) platform is robust, compliant and ready to deliver life-changing impact.

You will manage the day-to-day business as usual operations—translating fundraising/event strategies into sophisticated technical journeys that keep our supporters and supported audiences at the very centre of our mission.

What you’ll do

• Act as the primary administrator for Salesforce Marketing Cloud;manage business units, user permissions,security settings, and licence consumption to ensure an efficient environment. 

• Define and own the Platform Roadmap, establish comprehensive SFMC documentation, and safely execute the SFMC Change roll-out

• Lead the technical setup, testing, execution, and amendment of donor retention, acquisition, and emergency appeal journeys within Journey Builder.

• Develop responsive, dynamic templates in Content Builder and Cloud Pages using HTML/CSS and AMPscript for deep personalization; lead the IP warming and deliverability strategy

• Oversee Single Send Emails and lead Email Template creation and amendments. Resolve all single send and journeys Email issues.

What you’ll bring

• Certified Salesforce Marketing Cloud Email Specialist or equivalent experience. A solid track record in Salesforce Marketing Cloud Engagement with hands-on ability to navigate the platform is key

• Strong understanding of marketing automation concepts, best practices/guardrails/adherence to governance 

• Proficiency in data management/architecture scalability/automation and integration within Salesforce Marketing Cloud Engagement. Exposure to Data 360 - segmentation/hyper personalisation and activation 

• Experience with Advanced SQL, HTML/CSS, SSJS, AMPscript and AMP for email to create highly dynamic content.

• Hands-on experience with CloudPages, Data Extensions, Journey Builder, Contact Builder and Email Studio.

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

The in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum on average 2 days per month with flexibility.

Interviews for this role will be held W/C 29 June 2026.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Are you a strategic leader who can bring clarity, direction and momentum during periods of change?

Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity is looking for a Head of Impact and Grant Communications to lead a critical function during an important transition year for the organisation. This up to 12-month maternity cover role will provide leadership and continuity as we begin delivering against our new organisational strategy—helping ensure our teams, priorities and ways of working remain aligned, focused and effective.

This is a senior leadership role that sits at the heart of how the charity understands, measures and communicates its impact. Working across impact measurement, evaluation and grant communications, you’ll help shape how we tell the story of the difference our funding makes for seriously ill children and their families—using evidence, insight and storytelling to support strategic decision-making, fundraising and organisational priorities.
 

We’re looking for someone who can confidently lead through complexity and change: someone who brings strong judgement, emotional intelligence and the ability to create clarity in evolving environments. This role requires a collaborative and supportive leader who can empower specialist teams, build strong relationships across the organisation and maintain momentum across a broad and varied portfolio of work.
 

You do not need to be a deep technical specialist across every area of impact measurement or grant communications. What matters most is your ability to lead high-performing teams, connect people around shared goals and ensure important work continues to move forward with confidence and focus.
 

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the foundations of a new strategic chapter for GOSH Charity—supporting work that ultimately helps give seriously ill children the best chance, and the best childhood, possible.
 

Salary
 

The salary for this role is £77,919 per annum and we operate a hybrid working policy of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

In line with our EDI strategy and Total Reward policy, we calculate our salaries based on benchmarking data across the charity sector. To ensure fairness for existing staff and new joiners, we do not offer salaries above the advertised rate.
 

Note – this position is up to a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Impact and Grant Communications function during a year of strategic transition, ensuring teams remain focused, supported and aligned around organisational priorities.
• Provide leadership and oversight across impact measurement, evaluation and grant communications activity, ensuring high-quality delivery across the department.
• Support the development of strong foundations for the first year of the charity’s new strategy, helping shape processes, priorities and ways of working alongside the senior leadership team.
• Oversee how the charity measures, evaluates and communicates impact, ensuring evidence and insight are used effectively to inform decision-making and storytelling.
• Lead and support teams responsible for communicating the impact of grant funding across fundraising, communications and external audiences.
• Build strong relationships with senior colleagues, researchers, hospital partners, Trustees and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted and collaborative partner.
• Support strategic communications activity linked to major organisational priorities, including high-value funding cases, reporting and thought leadership.
• Use insight, evidence and evaluation to help identify opportunities, strengthen strategic thinking and support continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Provide leadership, coaching and support to managers and specialist teams, creating an environment where people feel empowered, informed and able to do their best work.
• Represent the directorate at senior meetings, committees and external events as required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Leadership experience within a charity, healthcare, research, policy or related environment.
• Experience leading teams through periods of change, growth or organisational transition.
• Strong strategic thinking and prioritisation skills, with the ability to balance immediate delivery with longer-term organisational goals.
• Excellent relationship management and influencing skills, including experience working with senior stakeholders and partners.
• Experience communicating complex information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences.
• Experience leading or overseeing complex programmes, functions or cross-organisational projects.
• Ability to interpret and present insight, evidence and impact information in ways that are clear, engaging and accessible.
• Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to support, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• A collaborative and thoughtful approach, with strong judgement and the ability to navigate ambiguity and change with confidence.

This is a high-impact leadership role at a pivotal moment for the organisation; an opportunity to help shape how GOSH Charity understands, measures and communicates its impact while supporting teams and stakeholders through an important year of strategic transition.

Senior Consultant, Executive Search
Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week in our Holborn office
Salary: Circa £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

As the first recruitment agency in the UK to become a certified B Corp, Prospectus is a recruitment business with a difference. Working exclusively in the not-for-profit sector, we believe our clients change the world for individuals, communities, and society. For almost 70 years we have been working across the UK and internationally to connect talented people with not-for-profit organisations and social purpose businesses.

We are looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Executive Search team, leading on high-profile Chief Executive, Director-level, and Board appointments across the sector. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, consultative environment where you will not only deliver exceptional executive search assignments but also play a proactive role in developing new client relationships and expanding our reach across the not-for-profit landscape. Whether you come from a recruitment background and are seeking a more purposeful role, or from the charity sector and want to apply your skills in a new way, this is an opportunity to use your expertise to shape leadership where it matters most.

As a senior member of our Executive Search team, you will manage end-to-end processes across leadership and board roles, from initial engagement and market mapping to assessment, selection, and successful placement. Alongside this, you will take responsibility for building your own pipeline of work through networking, external engagement, and business development activity, raising the profile of Prospectus and strengthening our position as a trusted partner in executive search.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Significant experience working with or advising senior stakeholders in a strategic, consultative capacity.
• A proven track record of business development, including generating new opportunities and winning work.
• Excellent project management skills, balancing multiple assignments effectively.
• Commercial awareness, with experience exceeding financial targets or KPIs.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to foster trust and credibility.
• A consultative and inquisitive approach, demonstrating curiosity and strategic insight.
• A genuine interest in leadership within the not-for-profit sector.

If you are passionate about working in a values-led, collaborative environment, and helping to shape impactful leadership teams while driving business growth, we encourage you to apply.

Prospectus is committed to being a diverse and inclusive place of work and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups including people of colour and disabled people. As a Disability Confident employer, we commit to interviewing all candidates with a disability who meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Recruitment Timeline
Deadline for applications:
Sunday 21st June 2026 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Interviews with Prospectus:
Tuesday 30th June at our Stukeley Street office, Holborn.

To apply for the role please submit a copy of your CV and a supporting statement (no more than 1000 word) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

Your new company
My client is a large London-based charity which offers hybrid working.
Your new role
My role is a Financial Accountant on a fixed-term contract basis for 12 months. Duties will include:
- Take primary responsibility for a number of subsidiary entities, ensuring the preparation of financial statements and liaising with the external auditors.- Assisting with preparation of financial statements and undertaking relevant analysis.
- Reviewing the year-end trial balances and analysing key variances with previous years to identify potential omissions or misstatements.
- Developing and managing a regular schedule of review and reconciliation of all GL accounts, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and cleared appropriately.
- Ensuring all key GL accounts are reviewed each month, including suspense, control and clearing accounts to identify discrepancies, investigating and making corrections as required.
- Managing the month-end timetable, including sending out regular communications, following up on outstanding actions to ensure deadlines are met.
- Ensuring all payments are processed using the most appropriate payment method, considering value and payment terms, ensuring appropriate authorisation and sufficient funds are available.
- Ensuring bank accounts and bank mandates are kept up-to-date, including opening of new bank accounts and any alterations to arrangements with existing accounts.
- Ensuring regular (at least monthly) bank reconciliations are prepared and overseeing the monitoring of daily bank balances.
- Ensuring the production of daily/weekly/monthly cash monitoring and forecasting spreadsheets, working with the Financial Accountants to ensure the maintenance of appropriate liquidity whilst optimising funds available for investment.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed, you will need previous experience of financial accounting. If you were studying for a professional qualification, that would be an advantage. Strong systems skills, including Excel, are also required.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will have the opportunity to work for a large, forward-thinking organisation with scope to develop your skills and take on additional duties over time.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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The National Youth Agency is looking for a Programme Governance Lead.

Programme Governance Lead
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Location: Home-based in England with occasional travel for meetings, workshops, and team activities. Head Office is in Leicester.

What we do

As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.

We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work

About the Role

We are looking for Programme Governance Lead to manage and oversee the successful delivery of all programmes/projects within the Programmes Directorate by establishing and leading consistent governance and assurance. The postholder will strengthen programme governance, reporting and risk management ensuring programmes are delivered by agreed methodologies and in a consistent manner.

Key Responsibilities

As our Programme Governance Lead, you will:

• Define, implement and maintain an agreed methodology for programme/project lifecycle governance.
• Chair programme/project boards and ensuring decisions, and actions are documented and actioned.
• Identify risks, issues and dependencies which are not captured by Programme Portfolio Leads. Ensure consistent risk management across projects and programmes. Proactively identify cross-programme/project risks and issues (including those not visible to project/programme leads), implement mitigations, and escalate risks/issues to the Director of Programmes and COO as required. Assess programme/project risks against the NYA risk register and update the register accordingly.
• Produce and present monthly programme governance reports at the Directorate Programme Board, providing clear portfolio-level insight (milestones, deliverables, RAG status, KPIs, benefits, and financial/resource assumptions) to enable effective senior decision-making and assurance.
• Design and run governance routines (e.g., project start-up, weekly/monthly reviews, decision logs, change control) and support high-quality papers and actions for directorate governance forums; ensure timely escalation of material risks, issues and decisions to the COO.
• Support teams to evidence compliance with funder/contractual requirements; ensure appropriate documentation, approvals and version control are in place and accessible.
• Implement and maintain a robust lessons-learned process (during and post-delivery) and ensure findings are integrated into future programmes/projects through updated standards, templates, training and assurance checkpoints.

Why Work for NYA?

• NYA operates as a people-focused organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
• NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
• A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
• NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
• We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.

Closing date: 23:59 Friday 3rd July 2026.
N.B. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may close the vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Interviews: W/C 13th July OR W/C 20th July

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer.

At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission.

We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.

Please note: We use AI detector software, so applications or CV’s with high levels of AI generated content may be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance.

No agencies please.

Young Scot is looking for an ambitious and experienced Director of Marketing and
Information to lead our national information, content, digital marketing, communications and
platform strategy at a pivotal moment of transformation.

 
This is a unique opportunity to shape how Scotland’s national youth information and citizenship
charity reaches, informs and engages young people aged 11–26 in an increasingly fast-moving
digital world. Central to the role will be our charitable mission, and the values that underpin
everything Young Scot does.Working alongside the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, you’ll
lead the strategic development of Young Scot’s information services, marketing activity,
communications and branding, digital platforms and audience engagement approach, ensuring
we remain relevant, trusted and innovative in how we serve young people across Scotland. 

You’ll oversee the evolution of Young Scot’s digital ecosystem, including our website, app,
membership and media communications and wider content infrastructure, ensuring these
platforms are modern, scalable and future-ready. 

This role requires a leader who is comfortable shaping strategy and delivering execution. You’ll
bring experience leading teams, driving audience growth, overseeing digital products and
translating emerging opportunities appropriately - including AI and new media behaviours -
into practical organisational and societal advantage. 

You’ll also play a central role in ensuring Young Scot continues to deliver high-quality
commissioned campaigns, trusted information services and impactful engagement activity in
partnership with the Scottish Government, public sector partners, commercial organisations
and the wider youth sector. 

If you’re a confident strategic leader, an innovative thinker, and someone excited by the
opportunity to shape the future of youth information and engagement in Scotland, we’d love to
hear from you! 
 

About the team

We have big goals over the next few years.

We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.

Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.

About the teamThe Supporter Experience Design Team plays a vital role at Mind, ensuring our supporter data is accurate, efficient, and impactful. Working closely with key internal teams and external partners, we manage the end-to-end lifecycle of our data - from initial imports through to continuous enhancement of data quality. This work directly supports our Engaging Mind strategic pillar, helping to enhance supporter experience and strengthen our fundraising efforts.We are:

- A passionate, collaborative team dedicated to delivering efficiency and accuracy- Committed to using data and technology to drive continuous improvement across fundraising activities- Focused on creating seamless, meaningful experiences for our supporters and maximising the impact of every donation

Team information

Will you join us?

The Supporter Experience Design Team is central to ensuring the smooth and efficient processing of Mind's supporter data, underpinning our fundraising success.

Acting as the backbone of our data import processes, we work closely with colleagues and external partners to deliver high-quality, reliable data that maximises our charitable impact. By harnessing business intelligence, technology, and strategic collaboration, we are modernising our operations and embedding a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Our mission is to ensure that everyone facing a mental health challenge receives the support and respect they deserve. As a team, we contribute to this by maintaining exceptional data quality and enabling outstanding supporter engagement at every touchpoint.

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Key duties and responsibilities

The post holder will:

Lead Mind's Gift Aid function to maximise income from fundraising activities.

Work cross-functionally with Fundraising, Finance and Compliance teams to optimise Gift Aid performance.

Ensure best practice in the collection, processing and claiming of Gift Aid across all income streams.

Monitor, improve and embed efficient Gift Aid processes, adapting to new products and income opportunities.

Provide insight and reporting to teams to help maximise Gift Aid income and performance.

Develop clear, engaging messaging to promote tax-efficient giving to supporters.

Maintain full compliance with HMRC regulations and internal governance requirements.

Act as Mind's subject matter expert and first point of contact for all Gift Aid queries.

Build strong relationships with HMRC, sector peers and internal stakeholders to share best practice.

Lead on Gift Aid audits, including HMRC visits, ensuring robust audit trails and implementation of recommendations.

Oversee document management and archiving systems for Gift Aid declarations, including third-party records.

Contribute to wider organisational objectives through leadership, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Mind's equity statement

Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.Interviews will take place during the week commencing 29th June.

The Head of Services and Partnerships - North of England role is for a bold and ambitious leader who can move at pace, think with precision, and deliver with intent. You will bring proven experience of leading complex health and social care services, driving transformation, and making key decisions with clarity and confidence.

As Head of Services and Partnerships, you will balance urgency with attention to detail, using insight, data, and strong judgement to shape high-quality, coordinated services. You will be accountable for shaping and delivering a high-impact regional plan that improves support, and outcomes for people living with and affected by MND.

This role demands resilience, credibility, and the ability to influence at senior levels while keeping a sharp focus on outcomes. We are looking for an experienced leader who brings ambition to deliver at this level and will ensure MND Association services are coordinated, high quality, equitable, personalised, and have lasting impact. This is an opportunity to make a long-lasting difference.

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the effective delivery of a high-impact regional plan as Head of Services and Partnerships
• Embed the Integrated Support Model across services, enhancing the coordination of national and regional services
• Build strong partnerships with health, social care, and voluntary sectors
• Lead, support, and develop a high-performing regional team
• Build and maintain effective relationships with volunteers, health and social care, and sector partners
• Responsible for an annual regional budget of £750,000
• Drive service improvement using insight, data, and feedback
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Manager for the region
• Contribute to national strategy and leadership priorities

About You 

• Excellent understanding of UK health and social care systems
• Significant experience leading service transformation and programme delivery
• Proven leadership including remote teams
• Experience building, influencing and managing senior stakeholder relationships
• Strong financial and operational management skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding, governance, and quality assurance
• Ability to design person-centred services using insight
• Experience of integrated service delivery models
• Experience influencing system-wide change

Further information about working for the MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack. 

This is a home-based role with frequent travel requirements across the North of Engaland. Minimum 1 day per week and regular across region and travel to Northampton at least once a month.  A lease car is available as part of benefits with this role.

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. 

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 

About Us 

Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.   

Are you a dog lover who wants to make a difference through fundraising?
We’re looking for a Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising to lead the delivery of our exciting mass participation and community fundraising work, from sporting and challenge events to building community with local donors near our rehoming centres.

What does this role do?
As Head of Mass Participation and Community Fundraising, you'll:

• Lead the implementation of our exciting new community fundraising strategy, bringing our enthusiastic fundraisers across the country around a common goal that promotes our brand locally, embeds our work in local communities, and ultimately drives targeted income growth through donations and legacies,
• Lead the mass participation fundraising team to deliver a high-quality national event portfolio, generating income, amplifying the Dogs Trust brand and growing our national presence,
• Act as a link between directorate strategy and local delivery, ensuring delivery teams locally understand how their fundraising contributes to wider strategic goals and objectives,
• Collaborate with various other teams across Dogs Trust, from marketing and communications to rehoming centre teams, ensuring there is central alignment, and opportunities for collaboration are maximised.

This role can be based at any of our rehoming centres and will involve frequent travel to rehoming centres around the UK. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 25th June 2026, and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll have a proven track record in leading community fundraising teams, with the ability to drive performance to deliver income growth. You’ll need experience of managing people, ideally remotely, as this role looks after a large team working from all corners of the UK. You’ll be confident working closely with senior stakeholders, negotiating and influencing, as well as the ability to deliver effective change management, ensuring teams understand the strategic vision and are motivated to deliver it. Above all, you’ll be passionate about fundraising and the work we do, and the ability to champion the amazing work our mass participation and community fundraising teams do.

About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

As the Internal Audit Manager, you will play a vital role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls. Your expertise will be utilised to lead and manage end-to-end audit processes, ensuring timely, high-quality deliveries within agreed budgets. This role offers an opportunity to engage with senior stakeholders, providing clear and balanced assurance, and contributing to the overall improvement of the organization's risk management framework.

This role closes on 14 June 2026 at 23:55pm. Please apply via the NCI careers page.

About Bristol Avon Rivers Trust

Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is an independent environmental charity dedicated to restoring and protecting the rivers of the Bristol Avon catchment for people and wildlife.

We work across urban and rural landscapes to deliver practical river restoration, natural flood management, climate resilience, biodiversity recovery and community engagement projects at a catchment scale. Our work ranges from removing barriers to fish migration and restoring river habitat, through to supporting regenerative farming, creating wetlands and woodlands, and engaging communities in citizen science and environmental action.

As the Trust continues to grow in scale, ambition and complexity, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Head of Operations to help strengthen our organisational systems, support our team and enable the effective delivery of our strategic vision.

Location
Hybrid working – with regular attendance across BART offices, project sites and meetings within the Bristol Avon catchment.

Reports to
Chief Executive Officer

Hours
Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Flexible working arrangements considered.

Purpose of the Role

The Head of Operations will play a central leadership role within Bristol Avon Rivers Trust, ensuring the organisation operates safely, effectively, efficiently and sustainably as it continues to grow.

This is a strategic and hands-on operational role overseeing organisational systems, support governance, HR, compliance, health & safety, programme management support and internal operations.

Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will help manage the organisations systems and culture needed to support high-quality delivery across a growing environmental charity.

The role will suit someone who thrives in dynamic organisations, enjoys problem solving and optimising systems, understanding and making sense of complexity, and is motivated by supporting teams to deliver meaningful impact and achieving the organisations goals.

Key Responsibilities

Organisational Leadership & Operations

• Lead and oversee day-to-day organisational operations across the Trust
• Develop and improve internal systems, processes and operational procedures
• Support organisational planning and delivery against BART’s strategic objectives
• Work closely with the CEO and senior managers to support organisational growth and resilience
• Contribute to organisational decision-making and leadership culture

People & HR Management

• Oversee HR systems, policies and procedures
• Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development processes
• Help foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture
• Support managers with operational people-management matters
• Coordinate staff wellbeing and professional development initiatives

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with charity, company and employment regulations
• Support the CEO with governance processes, trustee reporting and organisational policies
• Oversee organisational risk management systems
• Ensure appropriate insurance, contracts and compliance frameworks are in place
• Lead on operational health & safety systems and organisational compliance

Organisational Systems

• Support organisational budgeting and financial monitoring alongside the finance and Senior Leadership team
• Oversee operational procurement and contract management systems
• Support implementation and optimisation of organisational systems, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and IT systems including cyber security
• Improve internal reporting and programme coordination systems

Programme & Delivery Support

• Support operational coordination across BART programmes and projects
• Help ensure teams are appropriately resourced and supported
• Improve organisational project management systems and workflows
• Support efficient collaboration across delivery teams
• Contribute to organisational development opportunities and partnerships

Person Specification

Essential Experience & Skills

• Significant experience in operational management, organisational leadership or business management
• Experience developing and improving organisational systems and processes
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance and organisational risk management
• Experience supporting HR and people-management processes
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work strategically while also being comfortable with operational detail
• Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and organisational software systems

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within the environmental, charity or public sector
• Knowledge of charity governance and funding environments
• Experience supporting organisational growth and change management
• Familiarity with CRM systems and operational databases
• Understanding of health & safety systems within field-based organisations

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
• Enjoys enabling others to succeed
• Can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery
• Is calm and adaptable in a growing organisation
• Has strong emotional intelligence and leadership skills
• Wants to help a small organisation grow and deliver its goal of restoring rivers, landscapes and communities

Why Join BART?

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK’s growing rivers trusts at a pivotal stage in its development.

You’ll join a passionate and ambitious team delivering meaningful environmental change across the Bristol Avon catchment, while helping build the organisational foundations needed for long-term impact.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas close
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 9% Employer pension contribution
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support
• Opportunity to shape a growing organisation with real environmental impact

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Bristol Avon Rivers Trust is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, particularly those underrepresented within the environmental sector.

Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting Consumers International in their search for a Strategic Growth and Engagement Lead, Sustainability. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants real ownership in their role—where you can take an idea, build it, and run with it on a global stage.

Working at the heart of Consumers International’s sustainability programme, you will drive partnerships, funding and influence across areas such as energy, materials and food systems. This is not a role focused on maintaining the status quo; instead, you’ll have the freedom and trust to shape new opportunities, test ideas and deliver growth that creates genuine global impact, with scope to truly make the role your own.

Key responsibilities

• Build and manage a strong pipeline of global funding and partnership opportunities
• Develop compelling proposals and innovative partnership models
• Lead on relationship management and supporting partners in their Change Network ( you can view .)
• Shape and deliver a growth strategy for the sustainability programme
• Represent the organisation at international events and forums
• Create opportunities for global members to engage, collaborate and influence

About you

• Proven experience in partnerships, fundraising or business development
• Track record of securing income from foundations, corporates or multilateral organisations
• Experience working across international and cross-sector environments
• A strategic and proactive mindset, with the ability to spot opportunities and run with them
• Strong communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
• A genuine interest in sustainability and systems change

Key details

Salary: Up to £50,000

Location: Fully remote – open to candidates globally

Contract: Full-time

Applications: Rolling

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As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics

Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting St Peter & St James Hospice in the search for an exceptional Head of Fundraising.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of a respected Sussex hospice, leading the development and delivery of an ambitious fundraising strategy that will help secure the long-term sustainability of vital end-of-life care services.

Salary: £53,000 – £57,400 FTE, with the potential to increase to £59,600 following successful completion of probation.

Location: North Chailey, Sussex, with flexibility for home working. Please note that the majority of working days are expected to be office-based. Full-time and part-time applications (30+ hours) will be considered, alongside flexible working arrangements including a compressed-hours pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a multi-channel fundraising strategy that drives sustainable income growth and identifies new fundraising opportunities.
• Lead, inspire and develop the fundraising team, fostering a culture of collaboration, high performance and exceptional supporter care.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with major donors, corporate partners, grant-making trusts and other key stakeholders.

Key Requirements

• Significant senior-level fundraising experience with a proven track record of delivering income growth.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience of managing high-value relationships and developing successful fundraising strategies and stewardship plans.

If you are a strategic and inspirational fundraising leader looking to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. Early application is therefore encouraged. Please reach out to Hannah at Harris Hill on

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.