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Project Officer

West Midlands

£28,831 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Ref: 37REC 

Full Time: 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working

Base: Sustrans offices in Birmingham with the flexibility to work from home on some days when not delivering activities.

About the role

A new and exciting opportunity to work with us supporting the developments of active travel and liveable spaces for communities across the West Midlands. 

As the Project Officer you will lead and support behaviour change projects across the West Midlands and Staffordshire with schools, workplaces, job seekers and communities. Engaging with a range of key individuals and delivering walking and cycling activities such as Dr Bike sessions, led walks and rides, school assemblies and community workshops. 

As part of the Active Journeys Team, you will support people to walk, wheel and cycle by promoting opportunities and help overcome barriers to active travel. Projects will include improved walking and cycling infrastructure and making it possible for every child to walk, wheel and cycle to school. 

Activities will be delivered both Online and face to face, and likely to include schools, workplaces and the diverse range of communities in the Midlands. 

This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans.

About you

You should have experience of leading physical activity or other behaviour change projects within schools, workplaces or communities. You should also have experience of working on projects within an established project management framework.  

You will have excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage own workload. You will be able to build and maintain strong relationships and a flexible and enthusiastic approach. With the ability to engage and support lesser heard voices in the community. 

We ask you demonstrate your knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and relevant knowledge of the West Midlands and its diverse range of communities. 

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups. 

What we offer

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Additional information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 25 August 2025.
• Interviews will take place at the Sustrans Birmingham Hub on the 4th or 5th of September 2025. If you are unable to attend in-person, please contact us for alternative arrangements.

About Sustrans

At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. 

We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet. 

 We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported. 

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

Evidence Officer

UK-Wide

£28,831 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Ref: 34REC 

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Base: Hybrid working from any UK-Wide hub 

About the role

We have a new and exciting opportunity to work with us as an Evidence Officer, working as part of the Strategy, Impact and Evidence team. 

Sustrans’ Strategy, Impact and Evidence team is a leading centre of excellence in active travel research, monitoring and evaluation and we are recruiting now. As an Evidence Officer, you will work on a range of behaviour change and infrastructure projects, providing monitoring, evaluation, and analytical support. The Strategy, Impact and Evidence teamplays an important part in supporting our vision by providing robust evidence on sustainable and active travel that ultimately influences and shapes policy, practice and behaviour across the UK.

Focusing on monitoring and evaluating the impact of infrastructure and behaviour change programmes, you will work on a range of projects around the UK and be involved in the planning, delivery, analysis and reporting of our monitoring and evaluation work. 

We offer true hybrid working, a flexible mix of working from home and occasional travel to a nearby office hub. There is minimal travel required in this role, however in the course of your work you may have to travel to one of the nominated hubs or project sites if required to do so. 

About you

You should have demonstrable quantitative and/or qualitative analytical skills, and be a competent Excel user or have working knowledge of statistical software, such as R.

As an excellent communicator in both oral and written forms, you will have with the ability to present data and findings clearly. You should also have the capability to find innovative and creative solutions to problems.

You will own some experience of project management as well as delivery of project monitoring and evaluation. You should also have some experience of working and communicating with suppliers, partners and/or clients. 

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups. 

What we offer

In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Additional information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 25 August 2025.
• Interviews will take place via MS Teams between the 2nd and 4th September 2025

About Sustrans

At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. 

We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet. 

We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported. 

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

Job Title: Assistant Kitchen Manager

Reporting To: Kitchen Manager

Salary Range: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum (Dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Felix’s Kitchen, Unit 14 Industrial Estate, Thomas Road, E14 7BN

Hours/Days per week: 37.5 hour per week, 8.5 hours per day (between 8am - 8pm). Monday – Saturday (5 days on, 2 days off). Operating hours of the kitchen are, Monday-Thursday 7:30am-8pm, Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 8am-4pm. Most working days will be between 8am-6pm for this role.

Requirements: The Felix Project can only employ applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK. Possess required H&S, Food Safety standards. 

About The Felix Project

The Felix Project is London’s largest food redistribution charity. Our vision is a London where good food is never wasted, and no one goes hungry. We aim to reduce the negative impact food waste has on the environment by working with the food industry to rescue high quality surplus produce, that would otherwise have gone to waste. This food is sorted at one of our four depots or turned into meals in Felix’s Kitchen. It is then distributed to over 1,200 community organisations, such as food banks, homeless shelters and primary schools, all of whom are working within communities across London to feed people experiencing hunger.

Our Values

Our values set the tone for our organisational culture and reflects how we do everything at The Felix Project including our recruitment & Selection process.

We solve it differently - We make it happen - We do it together - We do it with heart.

Purpose of the Job 

We are looking for the Assistant Kitchen Manager to play a key role in the Kitchen team.

Felix’s Kitchen is the longest running Production site we have here at The Felix Project, the staff and volunteer team in the kitchen, turn surplus food into almost 5,000 meals a day. These meals are cooked and packed on site and then go into our network of depots and on to some of the 1,200 community organisations we support.

This role is support in the managing of the day to day running of the kitchen, its team, the food production and packing of the meals and all aspects related to these responsibilities. Assist The Kitchen Manager in all aspects of the operation and planning for the kitchen.

No two days are ever quite the same in our kitchen, we work with volunteers and surplus food this means we adapt and thrive in a fast and changing environment. This role supports and oversees the entire operation, from the kitchen and chef team to the packing room and packing team, our volunteers and engaging and organising within the wider Felix Project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Your normal duties and responsibilities will be set out in your job description. However, the charity may require you to perform other duties from time to time. 

• Support all kitchen staff so they can fulfil their role
• Assist in the smooth running of the kitchen and packing area, taking a hands-on approach
• Ensure that the operation hits its agreed targets of production
• Responsible for the quality control of the cooked and packed meals, and that all correct HACCP procedures are followed
• Responsible for Health and Safety in the kitchen, food safety and record keeping and keeping all records up to date
• Oversee kitchen maintenance and cleaning
• Overseeing shift planning and the rota for the entire kitchen team
• Ordering of all food and other materials needed in the kitchen
• Connect and work closely together with the team at the Poplar Depot, we are attached to
• Ensuring all staff and all volunteers have all relevant training and are well supervised & supported
• Maintain relationships with the wider Felix team and key connections of the Felix kitchen
• This role will be operational, with some management and administrative duties
• Willingness for the role to develop

Person Specification

This is a truly unique role, and we are looking for someone to bring their own skills, experience and flair to the role. We are looking for someone to help set and maintain very high standards in the kitchen.

The ideal candidate will be someone who is eager to continuously improve, whether this be food quality or process or working relationships. The kitchen has achieved some great successes over the last 4 years, but we are looking for someone to continue that improvement and the impact we can have across London.

Essential Criteria

• Experience in hospitality/catering management and/or kitchen management role
• Eagerness to improve processes and solve problems
• Comfortable with all aspects of H&S, Food Safety and HACCP procedures or a willingness to learn
• Demonstrable interest in food waste and/or food security
• Clear eye for detail, team player, enjoys the work they do and a strong work ethic
• Comfortable in working in a team and a larger organisation
• Strong people and management skills
• Mature and professional management style, whilst also being able to accommodate vulnerable people with care and consideration
• Flexible in working hours, comfortable in working in a fast changing and growing work environment
• Strong IT, administrative and organisational skills

Desirable skills 

• Previous experience in the charity or surplus food environment 
• Level 3 or higher Food Safety qualified 
• Experience working with and/or managing volunteers 
• A passion to reduce food waste and reduce food insecurity

Equity Diversity Inclusion & Belonging

At The Felix Project, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do. We value the unique contributions of every individual and strive to create a respectful, inclusive environment free from discrimination or prejudice. Our commitment extends to all employees, and volunteers, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of background or characteristics.

Application procedure

Once you apply you will be directed to our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and make sure that they are both uploaded before submitting your application. After you have submitted your application, you have 24 hours in which you can access you application and make edits. We will only consider applications with both CV and cover letter submitted.

Recruitment timeline

We reserve the right to close advertisements early and we might assess candidates and arranging interview as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.  

Due to the anticipated large number of applicants, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of your application, we regret to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful. Consequently, will not be able to provide feedback.

Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London.  All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment. 

We are recruiting Employment Advisors to join our IPS service, you will be based in Newham, working 35 hours per week. Working Well Trust's services have previously been awarded the IPS Grow quality mark and adheres closely to the principles of the IPS model in supporting people in to employment. This role will be working with clients who have mental health support needs, wanting to gain paid employment. 

Experience of employment support is not essential, it is more important that you share our passion and commitment to employment as an integral aspect of wellbeing and supporting people to find the right job for them. You will receive training on the IPS model and in supporting people with mental health issues. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, either personally or through a close contact.

You need to have a desire to support people to achieve their employment goals, and the ability to multitask and manage your workload effectively. Good organisation skills are essential for this role, in addition to an interest in mental health, and the role it plays in the workplace. The successful candidate will need to become comfortable in approaching employers, and showcase the advantages of our service in order to work with them to recruit our clients to fill vacancies and sustain employment.

You will work with clients (managing a caseload) who have mental health support needs, to assist them in securing sustainable paid employment in line with their preferences. You will deliver the IPS approach (for which training will be given); providing person centred support and guidance to clients, whilst building positive relationships with local employers to enable clients to move into suitable employment.

You will work as part of a mental health team (NHS Trust) maintaining positive and integrated relationships, fostering a holistic approach to recovery through employment. You will work closely with clinical teams, providing a coordinated approach that always remains client led.  You will also be working to targets whilst maintaining a high-quality service. 

If you would like to discuss this role please see the Job Description for contact details.

Please click apply to send your CV after answering the screening questions. 

Staff benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary. 30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays (FTE). 

Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities and Confident about Disabilities.

Closing date: Friday 15th August (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.

Telephone interviews: w/c 18th August (please note you may be contacted for an earlier date proposal prior to the deadline.)

Final Stage interviews: TBC

This role will require travel to the Sheffield office 3–4 days a week (including Thursdays at Howden House), and occasional travel to other partner sites. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join The King’s Trust on an external secondment, working in partnership with Sheffield City Council to support more young people into roles across the Integrated Care System (ICS), with a focus on the Sheffield region. You’ll work closely with employer partners including Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield Children’s Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Sheffield City Council.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in project coordination, employer engagement, and youth employment support. As this is a new model for the Trust, you'll help shape the project alongside Sheffield City Council, local NHS Trusts, and the ICB.

Based within the Employment & Skills Service of the host organisation, you'll be the main point of contact for employers and young people aged 16–30. You’ll support recruitment and onboarding, deliver one-to-one support for young applicants, and facilitate access to financial and wellbeing services. You’ll also represent employer partners at events and track outcomes for young people supported into work.

Although employed by The King’s Trust, you’ll work under an honorary contract within the host organisation. The role is home-based, with a requirement to be in the Sheffield office 3–4 days a week (including Thursdays at Howden House), and occasional travel to other partner sites.

This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone eager to grow their skills in stakeholder management, recruitment processes, service design, and the wider health and care landscape. Your work will directly increase youth employment outcomes, improve the candidate experience, and enhance employer engagement with The King’s Trust.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our Voluntary Community Service. 

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As part of a multidisciplinary NHS team, I work alongside clinicians, social workers, and community partners to support adults experiencing moderate to severe mental illness. I manage a caseload of service users, serving as their key contact and contributing to care planning, progress monitoring, and discharge support through the RiO clinical records system. I collaboratively develop person-centred recovery plans with individuals, focusing on their social goals and community integration. Central to my role is building strong therapeutic relationships through trauma-informed and strength-based approaches, empowering service users to achieve personal recovery goals. I support individuals in accessing local resources, attending appointments, and participating in wellbeing activities, peer support, and psychoeducational groups. Additionally, I promote and model recovery-focused, jargon-free communication across services and advocate for co-production and integrated care.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

To be successful in this role, candidates should hold an NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or have at least two years' experience in a mental health setting. A strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery, and co-production principles is essential, along with experience working collaboratively with professionals, services, and communities. Knowledge of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act is also required. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills are vital, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Confidence in using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, is important. The role demands resilience, adaptability, and the ability to maintain clear professional boundaries, alongside a high level of commitment.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Bookings Administrator - Carroty Wood, Tonbridge, Kent

Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered
Salary:   £24,283+ £3,000 South East Weighting per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)

Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

As our Bookings Administrator, you are the vibrant first voice and friendly face that welcomes groups to the incredible world of Rock UK! This fulfilling role is all about igniting the spark of outdoor adventure for our guests, ensuring their journey from initial enquiry to an unforgettable stay is seamless and joyful.

You'll play a pivotal part in crafting bespoke experiences, expertly guiding group leaders through our diverse activity offerings – including thrilling high ropes, climbing, water sports and archery sessions.  You will ensure every detail of a groups stay is perfectly aligned to their requirements and potential learning objectives.  Displaying a warm and professional approach, you'll not only administer bookings with precision but also enthusiastically share the heart of Rock UK by representing our Christian ethos.

Beyond the bookings, you'll be a vital hub, liaising with groups on site, keeping our office running smoothly and supporting the wider centre team to deliver memory-making, fun-filled stays. Your passion for exceptional customer service, combined with your organisational flair, will ensure that everyone that visits Carroty Wood will leave having made lifelong memories.  You’ll be inspiring all our guests through a positive reflection of Rock UK's Christian ethos and our commitment to inspiring adventures.

This role is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) that the successful applicant is a Christian who is committed to the values, beliefs and behaviours set out in our Statement of Christian Beliefs and Ethos.

Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt

BACKGROUND
Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.

The Purpose of the Role

Marketing & Mobilization (M&M), a part of External Relations (ER), is a dynamic team, tasked with overseeing and creating communications and marketing, building the IRC’s global profile and brand, increasing private revenue from deeper donor engagement and partnerships, and influencing our target audiences. In alignment with our Strategy100 commitments, M&M has launched ambitious multi-year campaigns that raise funding, profile and influence and will improve our share of voice and resonance in key geographies and globally.

The Content and Creative team, a part of M&M, consists of award-winning creative specialists and idea partners, developing powerful communications and experiences to really engage audiences and ultimately to deliver on ER ambitions and objectives. Using creative mediums such as storytelling, visual design, and video, they tap into the expertise of colleagues across the organization.

The Officer, Private Fundraising Communications is responsible for developing content that inspires private sector funding towards the IRC’s innovative and impactful programs in 40+ countries. This person will collaborate extensively with program teams and External Relations to create communications that engage prospective donors, demonstrate their unique philanthropic impact, and inspire ongoing support through tailored content across Trust & Foundations, Global High Net Worth Individuals, Global New Business, and Corporations.

This person will be a strong grant writer, dynamic storyteller, communicating the story of IRC’s work on behalf of people impacted by crisis for over 90 years through concept notes, proposals, pitch decks, reports, and other fundraising content. The ideal candidate will be familiar with humanitarian program design concepts and complex proposal development processes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Business Development Writing (40%):

● Responsible for producing persuasive and well-structured proposals for 6+ figure grants, positioning IRC as a best-in-class humanitarian and development organization. (They will support a portfolio with a special focus on Trust & Foundations, with projects for Corporate, HNWI, etc. as assigned.)

● Conduct programmatic research, collaborate with various teams (fundraising, program, etc.), and articulate the organization's goals, strategies, and impact to secure funding for humanitarian and development projects.

● Transform technical, programmatic content into sophisticated, compelling, donor-friendly materials. These materials will showcase the impact and sustainability of our programs while communicating our shared values with private sector partners.

Impact Reporting (40%):

● Create comprehensive and compelling reports and other written materials that highlight innovation, evidence, and outcomes the IRC delivers for our clients in some of the world’s toughest places, while building trust and transparency with private sector donors.

● Use data, human-interest stories, and other storytelling to create compelling, effective reports. These reports will fulfill donor-set requirements and communicate what sets our program approaches, evidence generation, advocacy, and expertise apart.

● Present program results clearly, workshopping reports with technical experts across the IRC.

Project Management (20%):

● Serve as a primary focal point for account managers to navigate communications resources and grant writing services.

● Lead the end-to-end process of proposal development across a diverse portfolio of grants - including curating content, workshopping information with program and communications colleagues, and building editorial timelines to finalize written assets across IRC teams.

● Document timelines and follow up with relevant responsible parties to help ensure core proposal/reporting milestones are met

● Coordinate with IRC teams (Program, Finance, Design and UX, Communications, etc.) to shape custom grant communications and set priorities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:

● Experience in crafting compelling proposals for high-net-worth donors, foundations, and corporations.

● Exceptional writing and editing skills, with exposure to strong program design backed by logframes, theories of change, and work plans.**

● Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to transform technical concepts and program design ideas into easy-to-understand communications that are brand-aligned, creative, and inspiring.

● Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

● Strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.**

Experience:

● Demonstrated experience in grant writing, proposal development or reporting, preferably in an international organization and/or for the Corporate sector.**

Location: Home-based, Must be Based in West Yorkshire

Please Note: This role is open only to applicants who currently reside in the UK, have the right to work in the UK, and are based in West Yorkshire. Applications that do not meet these criteria or do not clearly state the applicant's location will not be considered.

Closing Date: 5 August 2025

Ref: NC 1371

We’re looking for a home-based Programme Manager to lead an exciting new programme supporting householders to progress with domestic energy retrofit across West Yorkshire. You’ll oversee delivery across Calderdale, Leeds, Bradford, Kirklees, and Wakefield, so you must be based in West Yorkshire and have strong knowledge of the local area.

This is not an IT or construction project management role. We're seeking someone with experience delivering programmes on behalf of clients, working with partners and suppliers, managing quality assurance, and building strategic partnerships with local authorities and other organisations.

The team

The energy teams’ purpose is to enable households, small businesses, and communities to have affordable energy costs and reduce carbon emissions that contribute to climate change. We provide energy advice services, renewable energy expertise and manage and administer loans and grants for energy saving and low or zero-carbon improvements to homes and businesses on behalf of governments, local authorities, and businesses.

We manage programmes across the UK with more being added as we grow in response to demand. We collaborate and support each other, sharing expertise and best practice and innovate to deliver world-class customer experience. Our work is service-focused and seeing the impact we have on the lives of people we support is what brings us to work each day.

What you’ll do

• Managing a consortium of delivery partners to provide a one-stop shop for householders

• Leading on the quality management of the programme

• Developing strong strategic partnerships with local authorities, suppliers, and finance partners

• Supporting delivery of services including:

o Remote and in-person energy advice

o Home visits and installation coordination

o Ongoing relationship management with stakeholders

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in programme or project management

• A track record of managing delivery on behalf of a client

• Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills

• Experience working with external partners and suppliers

• Budget and performance management experience

• Passion for sustainability and community impact. 

Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, additional leave based on length of service. We also offer a holiday purchase scheme, giving you the flexibility to buy extra days off to suit your lifestyle.

• Three extra days off over the Christmas period as a gesture of goodwill

• A competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions

• Flexibility in our ways of working – work from home, in the office, or a mix of both, depending on your role

• Two paid volunteering days per year – a chance to give back to the causes that matter most to you.

Who we are

Energy Saving Trust is a leading and trusted organisation, dedicated to promoting energy efficiency, low carbon transport and sustainable energy use. We aim to address the climate emergency and deliver the wider benefits of clean energy as we transition to net zero.

At Energy Saving Trust we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. For our people, being part of the effort to address the climate emergency makes working for us truly meaningful and rewarding.

A culture that supports you

At Energy Saving Trust, flexible working is more than a policy, it’s part of our culture. As a family-friendly employer, we support our colleagues to balance their work and personal lives, whether through flexible hours, compressed weeks, or remote-first arrangements.

Whether you're working from home or visiting one of our hubs in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast, you'll find a supportive, inclusive, and trusting environment that helps you thrive. In fact, one of the biggest challenges some of our leaders face is encouraging teams to take more time off, now that’s a culture of trust and autonomy.

To apply please visit our recruitment portal via the apply button. 

Applications close 23.59, 5 August 2025. Interviews are intended to be held 12 August 2025.

We encourage early applications, as we’ll be reviewing candidates and conducting interviews on a rolling basis. This means the role may close before the advertised deadline. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. 

Reasonable adjustments: We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive of and accessible for, everyone.

If you think you may need additional support or reasonable adjustments made to any part of the recruitment process, please get in touch. 

Flexible working: We offer a range of flexible working arrangements, including working from home, compressed or part-time hours, job shares and other arrangements. There is no need to justify your preferred working pattern and we encourage our people to work in whichever way helps them to perform at their best.

We will be happy to discuss this and our blended working model at the interview stage with you.

Please note, that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this post. To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

Diversity and inclusion

Energy Saving Trust is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can be themselves, with support to be their best.

We strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and with different identities and experiences to apply for roles with Energy Saving Trust.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and we ringfence a minimum number of interview slots for candidates who apply via the Disability Confident scheme and meet the minimum criteria for a role. 

About Us
The National Landscapes Association represents and supports the UK’s National Landscapes (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) – places where we want nature and people to flourish together. These living, protected landscapes are vital to the UK’s nature recovery, climate resilience, sustainable farming and wellbeing.

We work collaboratively and inclusively to ensure these treasured places are protected, restored, and accessible to all. Our policy work is central to this mission – and we’re looking for a proficient and motivated individual to help shape and drive it forward.

About the Role
As Policy & Advocacy Officer, you’ll be a core member of our dynamic policy team, helping to influence positive change at the heart of environmental, planning, and community policy in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on creating and communicating impactful policy positions, can build strategic relationships, and wants to make a real difference.

You’ll work across a broad range of issues – including agriculture and land management, planning and sustainable development, wellbeing and recreation and access and engagement – supporting National Landscape teams to engage effectively in national debates and policy processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy research & analysis: monitor emerging policy trends, conduct research and analysis, and develop robust evidence-based positions across key topics.
• Strategic advocacy: Help design and deliver targeted advocacy strategies; draft position papers, consultation responses and policy briefs.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain trusted relationships with government officials, partner organisations and local teams.
• Communication & outreach: Translate complex issues into clear, compelling messages for internal and external audiences, contribute to communication strategies and represent the organisation at external meetings.
• Monitoring & evaluation: Track policy impact and advocacy initiative progress, providing updates and insight to the Head of Policy & Advocacy.

See the role description for more information.

Why Join Us?
At the National Landscapes Association, you’ll be part of a passionate and forward-thinking team making a meaningful impact. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of high-profile policy issues, work alongside experts across the UK, and help shape the future of our most valued landscapes.

LEGACY PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER (WEST MIDLANDS AND WALES)

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

Department: Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement

Reports to: Legacy Partnerships Team Leader

Location: Home-based/Field based covering the West Midlands and Wales. Candidates need to be based in either the West Midlands or Wales, or within 20 miles of patch due to business need.

Hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to Compressed Hours)

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 10 August 2025, 23:55

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Legacy Partnership Manager. This is a unique opportunity to develop, manage and grow Cancer Research UK's legacy relationships with high value solicitor partners. Our team works with around 800 offices across the UK, empowering legal professionals to speak about legacy giving and our life saving research.

This a flexible home-based role, which will require travelling around your division meeting with legal professionals. Whilst the majority of meetings (circa 60-70%) are held via Teams, there will be a requirement for the postholder to travel to meetings throughout Wales and the West Midlands where there is a business need.

What will I be doing?

• Identifying, developing, and managing relationships with solicitors and will writing firms.

• Being responsible for delivering a seamless end to end supporter journey for the professional audience, through outstanding relationship management

• Using data to make value insights about our partners performance, making recommendations for improvement and exploring opportunities for building and deepening partnerships

• Being responsible for delivering regional activity for Legal Professionals, including regular partnership review meetings and CPD events

• Supporting the wider team in the development of the Legacy Professional Partnership strategy.

What skills will I need?

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills, with the ability to quickly get buy in and work collaboratively

• An ability to understand and translate data, and utilise it to make strategic decisions

• Proven ability to work well under pressure

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills, creating connections to make great things happen

• Proven ability to identify and build on new opportunities

• A flexible approach, to comfortably manage ambiguity and changing environments/contexts.

What will I gain?

Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.

In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.

Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.

Service Administrator
Active Together, Cherry Tree Court, Hull

We are committed to paying the Real Living Wage.

About Us

Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer.

Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical breakthroughs are helping more people survive cancer – in Yorkshire, and beyond.

As an inclusive employer, our aim is to ensure our workforce reflects the rich diversity of our region. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to us taking action to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer more effectively in Yorkshire. We offer equal opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnerships.

The Benefits

We offer all employees a wide range of benefits including an enhanced contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service), flexible working arrangements, private medical insurance, enhanced maternity leave, career progression, learning and development, wellbeing initiatives, and a whole lot more.

We’ve got a strong set of values that inform everything we do and we’re looking for people who are aligned with these. As our Service Administrator you will put people in Yorkshire at the heart of everything you do, unite with colleagues and other organisations in this cause, and dare to think big and bold to make positive solutions happen.

The Role

Active Together is a multimodal prehabilitation and rehabilitation service that has been developed by world leading academics and practitioners at the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC) at Sheffield Hallam University and funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Reporting to the Services Manager, The Service Administrator will support the operational and patient-facing functions of the Active Together service. This role involves managing NHS referrals, patient bookings, service appointments, and team administration, ensuring seamless coordination of facilities and resources.

The role involves close collaboration with the Yorkshire Cancer Research Active Together Service team and the Hull University Teaching Hospitals (HUTH) clinical staff delivering the Hull service. You will support the Service Manager in delivering the day-to-day operational management of the service premises. Additionally, you will support the administration involved in onboarding new Yorkshire Cancer Research staff, ensuring a smooth transition into the service. 

Specifically, you will:

Patient Flow & Service Coordination

• Process patient referrals and book initial assessments, supporting patient onboarding into the Active Together service.
• Schedule and manage patient appointments, including cancellations, waiting lists, and transport arrangements.
• Assist patients with completing necessary questionnaires.
• Maintain accurate service records including any Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system data and oversee efficient discharge processes.
• Support Service Manager in the management of monitoring and quality assurance data and processes.
• Communicate with service users and stakeholders to provide information about Active Together.
• Support service users in navigating the program and signpost them to relevant health and wellbeing resources.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Support the development, implementation and improvement of service administrative systems and processes.
• Support team administration, including diary management, email monitoring, postal management and staff induction support.
• Oversee stock control for office and service consumables and manage third-party cleaning and maintenance contracts.
• Facilitate room bookings for service appointments, team meetings, and events.
• Undertake minute-taking for team meetings.
• Maintain a welcoming and professional environment, ensuring high standards of customer service.
• Manage service facilities ensuring cleanliness, presentation, and functionality.
• Report and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with Yorkshire Cancer Research policies.

Financial & Procurement Management

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and expenses as required.
• Maintain optimal stock levels for patient literature and welcome packs, service equipment, office, and centre supplies.

Other duties

• Support service data collection and evaluation initiatives.
• Provide cover during staff absences and assist in general administrative duties.
• Ensure compliance with mandatory training, governance procedures, and service improvement initiatives.
• Be trained as a First Aider and Fire Marshal and manage the rota for First Aid and Fire Marshal cover

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• To be educated to GCSE level (or equivalent qualifications /experience) to include English Language at grade 4/C or above.
• To have NVQ 3 Business Admin or Customer Services or equivalent experience
• To have demonstrable short courses or equivalent experience in report writing, data collation and analysis of results
• To have experience in administrative role(s) within healthcare or service-based environments
• To have experience of Lorenzo/Patient Administration Systems, databases and information systems
• To have experience of implementing and developing operational and administrative processes and procedures.
• To have experience of working in a role where organisational skills are essential and there is a requirement to work autonomously and as part of various teams across an organisation.
• To have experience of utilising excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Application

Before applying, please visit our Careers Page to view the full role profile and find out more about working for Yorkshire Cancer Research.

To apply please submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Claire Wooldridge, Head of People, before 12 August 2025. Please read our privacy notice before applying.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is a responsible and flexible employer.  We welcome any discussion for flexible working at the interview/offer stage where we will consider an individual’s circumstances against the needs of the charity.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. If we can make any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact us via our website. 

Harris Hill is delighted to be working on behalf of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, a global force for youth development, as they recruit a Philanthropy Manager to join their dedicated fundraising team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented relationship fundraiser to work with one of the most respected international youth charities. Whether you're an experienced philanthropy professional or someone looking to step up into a high-value fundraising role, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Location: Southwark, London (Hybrid 2 days in the office)
Salary: £39,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Deadline: Monday, 11th August 2025
Interviews: Virtual interviews on Wednesday, 13th August 2025

You’ll manage and grow a portfolio of engaged and generous donors—many of whom are already passionate about the Foundation’s mission. Reporting to the Head of World Fellowship and Philanthropy, you will both deepen relationships and help attract new high-value supporters globally.

This role is a 50/50 split between stewardship and acquisition, and would suit someone confident, organised, and strategic, with a natural flair for engaging high-level individuals. Given the Foundation’s global reach, some international travel may be required to attend events or meet donors.

Who They’re Looking For

They’re open to candidates from a range of fundraising backgrounds—major donors, corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations—or even someone from outside the sector with the right relationship-building skills.

This could be an ideal step up for someone ready to manage their own portfolio, or a seasoned fundraiser looking for an international-facing challenge.

Above all, you’ll be:

• A skilled relationship manager with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and culturally diverse networks
• Motivated by making a global impact on young people’s lives
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative and supportive team culture

You’ll also benefit from working under an excellent, nurturing line manager and as part of a dynamic, mission-driven team.

To Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role to  by Monday 11^th August 2025 9am

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

We're looking for an interim HR Business Partner to work with a high profile charity, reporting into the Head of HR, you will help to lead engagement, retention, and change initiatives across four sites across North Hampshire and Surrey.

You'll partner closely with regional heads and service managers to improve the employee experience and drive service outcomes. Coaching managers, resolving complex ER cases, and creating data-informed action plans are key parts of the role.

You'll need to be CIPD qualified (or equivalent), with HR partnering experience across multi-site environments. Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills are essential, along with knowledge of employment law and confidence in influencing senior stakeholders. You'll be well-versed in the full HR suite-including L&D, reward, talent analytics-and comfortable working with data.

This is a role that involves some travel to sites when required, so car ownership would be necessary with mileage paid.