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ABOUT ULI EUROPE
Founded in 1936, we now have over 48,000 members worldwide, representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private and public sectors.
In Europe we have c. 5,500 members. We have a particularly strong presence in the major European real estate markets with National Councils in 15 countries across Europe, including e.g., France, Germany, Spain, and United Kingdom. ULI’s main revenue sources come from individual and corporate membership, in addition to corporate sponsorship for a wide range of activities ULI delivers, including events, research and mission driven programmes such as C Change or UrbanPlan. To advance its mission priorities, ULI is aiming to diversify and grow its funding sources and especially focus on philanthropic donations from individuals, corporates and foundations, in addition to grants from other local and European institutions.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Manager of Philanthropic Fundraising will serve as the cornerstone of administrative support for ULI’s philanthropic fundraising initiatives in Europe. The role will report to the Vice President, Business Development & Membership on a day-to-day basis and work closely with the Chair of the ULI Charitable Trust and CEO ULI Europe.
The role will have a functional reporting line to the Chief (Philanthropic) Fundraising Officer. This position requires excellent relationship management, organisational and communication skills.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide administrative and management support to the philanthropic fundraising initiatives of the ULI Charitable Trust (and the CT Board of Trustees / ULIF Europe Committee) and ULI Europe, including fundraising campaigns, processing collections (through ULI CT or ULI Europe) and preparing donor reports in cooperation with the ULI Finance team in the US.
- Oversee and coordinate design and development of marketing collateral, presentations supporting fundraising campaigns, in collaboration with the ULI Europe Marketing and Communications team.
- Collaborate closely with team members of the ULI Europe business Development and Membership team, in addition to ULI’s country directors and governance director to support the planning of, and coordinate the implementation of the European philanthropic fundraising strategy determined by ULI Europe (namely by the CT Board of Trustees / ULIF Europe Committee), focusing on both donations from individuals based in Europe and donations from European philanthropic foundations and government programmes;
- Work with and manage relationships with individual and institutional donors, in close collaboration with the corporate accounts team, CEO, ULI Europe and the Chair of the Charitable Trust / Chair of the ULIF Europe Committee;
- Work in close collaboration with Research & Advisory Services and ESG Programmes colleagues, to identify and research (third party) philanthropic funding and grant opportunities and assist in the preparation of applications for philanthropic funding from (third party) foundations and government agencies;
- Coordination of proposal writing for potential foundation funding, in close collaboration with the research, marketing communications and legal and compliance teams.
- Set up and implement application, reporting and compliance process for philanthropic gifts for ULI Europe.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- At least 6-8 years’ experience working in a similar role.
- Experience working in an international business environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- A track record of managing transactions or projects that required multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
- A quick learner who is able to adapt easily
- Proficiency in one other European language preferred.
- Real estate background desired, but not essential.
- Occasional international travel required.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field or similar experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background
Bipolar UK’s mission is to build a better world together for everyone affected by bipolar; this includes both people living with the condition and their close friends, colleagues and family. To achieve this ambition we need to speed up diagnosis rates and ensure everyone with bipolar has the appropriate care and treatment they deserve. This includes peer support, self-management advice and research – which the charity itself provides and supports. Over the last four years Bipolar UK’s communication and policy function has grown substantially, with a dramatic increase in press coverage and steady growth in digital engagement and advocacy. It has a well developed tone of voice and will be launching a new brand profile alongside the website. The postholder will inherit a talented and growing team with four direct line reports and a wider team of skilled and engaged contractors.
Role purpose
You will be a seasoned communications leader with the skills and experience of overseeing a modern, efficient and dynamic communication function to achieve tangible outcomes for people affected by bipolar. The post holder will play a pivotal role in growing Bipolar UK’s brand awareness, contributing to the wider goal of achieving a £3m+ annual turnover so we can provide peer support to even more people affected by bipolar. In autumn 2025 Bipolar UK will be hitting two major milestones, launching both a new website and a high-profile campaign: ‘Could it be bipolar?’ to speed up diagnosis from the average 9.5 years it currently takes. You will be responsible for leading these projects in 2026 and beyond.
Specific Responsibilities
Overall:
- Lead the charity’s external communications, brand, and public-facing resources.
- Manage and support delivery of the charity’s external communications and marketing strategy to increase engagement with existing and new audiences and continue to improve the charity’s profile.
- Line manage and support our Senior Communications Officer, Senior Marketing Officer, Senior Website Officer and Senior Public Policy Officer.
- Develop engaging marketing campaigns to promote awareness, advocacy and services that remain true to the lived experience of bipolar.
- Oversee the Department’s budget alongside the Finance Manager.
Digital
- Lead and develop a compelling digital engagement and marketing strategy.
- Oversee the day-to-day management of our digital channels, including website, media, email marketing and social media.
- Work closely with the Head of Digital Transformation to ensure first-class digital practice.
- Lead engagement of the bipolar community through an engaging webinar, in-person events and conference programme, which includes managing the charity’s flagship annual World Bipolar Day conference.
- Work with the CEO to develop and implement an effective charity-wide lead generation strategy.
- Work with the Directors of Fundraising and Research to develop engaging and effective campaigns that raise crucial funds and recruit research participants.
- Undertake social listening to ensure people living with bipolar are heard and have their voices amplified.
Press
- Lead the charity’s proactive and reactive press engagement to maximise the charity’s reputation and brand awareness.
- Manage the relationship with our PR agency, Sway PR, and our creative agency, Lark.
- Oversee a bank of over 150 media volunteers and high-profile Ambassadors.
- Implement the Crisis Communications Policy as and when necessary.
Policy
- Support the CEO and Senior Public Policy Officer to develop and implement an effective public affairs strategy to promote Bipolar UK public policy positions and campaigns.
The post holder will be expected to:
- Understand Protection, Health and Safety at Work, and Equality and Diversity legislation, and adhere to policies, procedures, and best practice at all times.
- Work collaboratively with other staff to deliver these responsibilities and agreed objectivesto tight deadlines.
- Be independently mobile, as travel will be required to meetings, alongside monthly trips to our London Office.
- Some evening and weekend work may be required.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as deemed necessary by their Line Manager, Bipolar UK’s Chief Executive Officer.
In the interest of effective working the major tasks may be reviewed from time to time to reflect changing organisational needs. Any consequential changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.
Our mission is to empower everyone affected by bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fixed Term Contract until October 2028
Hybrid role - London, Birmingham, Blackburn, Bradford, Bristol, Doncaster, or Redcar
Required from October 2025
About us
The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.
The NIoT aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our programme team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our Research teams to test approaches to delivery and respond to the needs and questions of our partner organisations in the wider education sector.
As a Programme Lead at NIoT, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals working in the design and delivery of teacher training and development programmes, and on cutting-edge research that has the potential to shape the future of teacher education and professional development. If you are passionate about teacher and leader education and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
About the role
We’re looking for a Programme Lead to drive forward a bold, nationally significant initiative designed to support educators in responding to one of the most complex and urgent challenges facing young people today.
This project will help schools engage with issues that affect how students form beliefs, navigate digital spaces, and make sense of the world. You’ll make sure the right things happen at the right time, driving both the strategy and the detail that bring this ambitious programme to life. You’ll coordinate multiple stakeholders, shape and manage delivery timelines, and maintain project fidelity.
You will work alongside the Director of Teacher Development, as well as other colleagues from our ITE, ECF and NPQ Faculties, as well as the Research and Best Practice team. You will also work closely with diverse external stakeholders including schoolteachers and leaders and young people.
Diversity and inclusion
We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Key benefits:
- Flexible start and end working times.
- Flexible working opportunities, with significant scope for hybrid working.
- Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.
- At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service (with an annual discretionary office shutdown between Christmas and New Year).
- Entry to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.
- A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals.
If you have any queries about this role, please email our recruitment team.
For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.
Closing date: 23:59 on 3rd August 2025.
Chief Executive
North East, England
£65,000 to £75,000
Permanent, full time
Our client is one of the highest performing members of the national Citizens Advice network. Each year, they support over 38,000 people with nearly 191,000 issues, from debt and benefits to housing and employment, ensuring everyone has access to free, confidential and impartial advice.
Following the retirement of their long-serving Chief Executive, our client is now seeking a values-led, forward-thinking leader to guide the organisation into its next chapter. With a team of 70 paid staff, 30 volunteers and an annual turnover of £3.4 million, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK’s leading local advice charities.
The Chief Executive will oversee the delivery of the organisation’s strategy, ensure strong governance, and continue to build relationships both locally and nationally while maintaining best in class service delivery.
To be successful, you will bring
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Proven senior leadership experience in a complex, multi-channel organisation, ideally within the advice or wider charitable sector
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A track record of strategic planning and operational delivery with the ability to lead and inspire diverse teams of staff and volunteers
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Strong financial acumen with experience managing large, multi-funder budgets
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Experience of successful income generation and fundraising through contracts, grants or partnerships
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Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to advocate for service users at local and national levels
This is a pivotal role in ensuring our client continues to meet the evolving needs of the community and remains a sector leader in innovation and impact.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: 27 July
Interviews with Prospectus: 5 to 18 August
Final interviews: Week commencing 8 September
For more information and to apply, please view the appointment pack on the Prospectus website by clicking 'redirect to recruiter'.
Our client is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of their work. Applications are warmly welcomed from all backgrounds, and reasonable adjustments will be made as needed throughout the recruitment process.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a leading independent school in their search for a dynamic and strategic Head of Marketing and Communications. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and shape the marketing and communications agenda at a highly respected institution, known for its commitment to academic excellence, co-curricular achievement, and outstanding pastoral care.
Working closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications, you will lead a talented and multi-disciplinary team across marketing, events and communications. Your mission: to enhance the School’s reputation, drive pupil recruitment and retention, and strengthen community engagement.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- A strong track record in marketing, communications and brand management
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills
- A genuine passion for working in a values-led environment that places children and young people at its heart
- Experience developed within education, charity or non-profit environment highly desirable.
This role is a brilliant opportunity to join a forward-thinking, high-performing school community and make a significant contribution to its continued success and visibility.
- Location- Leatherhead, Surrey. During term time you will be in the office daily, in the holidays there can be more flexibility to work from home on ad-hoc days.
- £55,000 per annum
- Full-time, 35 hours per week
- Permanent, all year round (52 weeks)
Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 28 July 2025, however, please apply now, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
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.
Our client is one of the UK's largest independent funders, awarding £100 million annually to charities across the UK. Our grant-making supports initiatives in health, welfare, education, the arts, and heritage.
The Trust was founded to realise the philanthropic vision of Sir Hans Rausing and to honour the memory of his late wife, Julia Rausing. Julia's legacy is rooted in a belief in a healthy, compassionate society-one that cares for the vulnerable, broadens opportunity, and enriches life through creativity and cultural engagement. The Trust takes a broad, strategic, and relational approach to philanthropy, remaining agile and responsive while grounded in personal values.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with The Trust to recruit an Operations Executive to join the team based full-time from the office in Chelsea, London.
The Role:
As the Trust grows in activity and complexity-including its recent transition to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation-we are creating a new role: Operations Executive. This role sits at the heart of the organisation, ensuring our operations run smoothly while supporting the Chief Executive with executive coordination and administration.
Though not a grant-making role, this position offers valuable insight into the charity sector and the inner workings of a major philanthropic organisation. You will be responsible for a wide range of operational and strategic support functions - from facilities and IT systems to Board coordination and external communications. It's a unique opportunity for a capable and enthusiastic individual to play a vital part in our continued growth and impact.
The person:
This successful candidate will have a substantial track record in providing operational and administrative support in a busy office environment, ideally but not essentially in the charity or not-for-profit sector. This will have involved exposure to office and facilities management, reception and visitor support, internal and external relationship management, governance and compliance, finance and budgeting in addition to PA or EA type support to a CEO or senior management teams.
The key to this role lies in its breadth, and being able to see the bigger picture, anticipating needs and to plan ahead effectively to provide comprehensive support across this small but very busy organisation. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, this person will be able to multi-task and prioritise various pieces of work across the business. They will be collaborative and will be able to tailor their skills to a wide range of needs and if something is not within their immediate skills set, they will have the confidence and initiative to seek out solutions and make them work. Strong written and verbal communications and proficiency in all MS Office packages and experience with SharePoint and Zoom will be important in addition to being confident in proofreading and formatting documents for board papers and reports. Strong budget monitoring abilities and an understanding of data protection and confidentiality standards will also me important.
Experience of having worked in small, busy organisations where a broad knowledge across office based systems will be crucial, with the flexibility and adaptability to tailor skills where necessary and to seek out workable solutions to a wide range of issues. An exposure to HR processes will also be useful as well as being genuinely interested in the important work of the Trust. This role lies at the heart of the organisation and will be central to its ongoing success in meeting its charitable aims and objectives.
Job Title: Senior Engagement Manager
Salary: £43,800 - £58,500
Location: Cambridge, UK (with flexible/hybrid working arrangements) min 40% of time on site
Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of education on a global scale?
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Engagement Manager to lead the development and management of strategic partnerships with private sector and philanthropic foundations, supporting Cambridge International Education's global mission. This is a key opportunity to drive high-value, long-term collaborations that advance research, innovation, and impactful education initiatives, working alongside our Head of Partnerships in the Education Futures directorate and with teams across International Education.
About the role
As Senior Engagement Manager, you'll shape and drive strategies to attract external partnerships and funding in support of Cambridge International Education's global mission. You'll manage high-value, long-term relationships with private sector organisations and philanthropic foundations, acting as a trusted ambassador for Cambridge. Your role includes identifying and prioritising partnership opportunities, co-creating compelling proposals with internal teams to deliver innovative education initiatives aligned with funding priorities and partner interests. You'll also monitor global funding trends, provide strategic advice to senior colleagues and help evolve partnership processes to ensure continuous improvement.
About you
You will be degree-qualified or possess equivalent related experience and bring a deep understanding of donor motivations, funding structures, and strategic partnership development, especially within philanthropy, the private sector, or international development. You are an excellent communicator and an adept relationship manager, skilled at influencing and aligning diverse stakeholders around shared goals. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment to deliver results and you possess strong commercial acumen and a creative approach to problem-solving. Experience of securing multi-year funding, presenting proposals, and negotiating contracts with high-value partners is essential. Experience with international education is desirable.
If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site.
Rewards and benefits
We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Group personal pension scheme
- Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
- Green travel schemes
We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location. We will also consider other work arrangements if you wish to work more flexibly or require adjustments due to a disability.
Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.
We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being 3rd August and interviews are scheduled to take place during August. There will be a 2 stage interview process.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
Why join us
Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve teachers and learners and the future of education – for the benefit of individuals, society, and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development, and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change, and aspiration.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.
We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities
The Director of Care is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic development, operational management, and continuous improvement of patient care services within the Mary Stevens Hospice. Ensuring the highest standards of palliative and end-of-life care are delivered in line with regulatory requirements, national best practices, and the values of the hospice. Working closely with the CEO and the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Care will provide visionary leadership, fostering a culture of compassion, excellence, and innovation in patient care.
They will take the role and responsibilities as the registered manager for the hospice and its regulated activities in accordance with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
The postholder will act as the Director for Infection Prevention.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· As the Registered Manager, you will ensure that all legislative requirements of the Care Quality Commission are adhered to within the necessary timeframes, maintaining outstanding ratings where possible.
· Develop and implement the hospice’s care strategy in line with the organisational vision.
· To lead on the delivery of care strategies to always ensure outstanding standards of patient care and safety.
· Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
· Chair the Infection Prevention committee and report to the Senior Leadership Team any actions required.
· Monitor and be responsible for quality assurance and governance standards across all clinical services.
· Lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and quality assurance frameworks.
· Ensure hospice compliance with local and national standards and ensure that regular audits of all care services are carried out and improvements in practice are instigated as needed.
· Attend regular Trustee meetings as a member of the Senior Leadership Team providing reports as requested.
· Provide the CEO with information on clinical operational issues and any risks to service delivery with recommendations for action, in a timely manner.
· To develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with external stakeholders, including the Integrated Care Board and commissioning bodies, to influence palliative care provision across Dudley and the wider community.
· Represent the hospice at local Place and End of Life meetings as required.
· Provide strong leadership, support and supervision across the clinical and supportive care teams maintaining professional and ethical standards.
· Manage and monitor clinical effectiveness, ensuring continuous quality improvement.
· Management of direct reports by providing support, supervision and advice through regular 1:1s and annual appraisals fostering a developmental culture and consistently applying the hospice HR policies and procedures as appropriate.
· Being a role model and advocate for the hospice values of Care, Compassion and Kindness.
· Provide inspirational leadership to clinical teams, ensuring a culture of professional development, well-being, and engagement.
· Support and mentor clinical managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
· Champion staff training and development, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
· Participate in the development of the hospice’s education programme both internally and externally.
· Work with senior colleagues to monitor cost efficiencies and cost improvement opportunities.
· Represent the hospice at regional and national forums, influencing policy and best practices in palliative care.
· Develop strong relationships with commissioners, donors, and external healthcare organisations to ensure service sustainability.
· Work with the CEO and Finance Director to manage care budgets efficiently.
· Ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining high standards of care.
This is not an exhaustive list and you may be required to carry out other reasonable tasks to support the smooth running of the hospice.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Educated to degree level in related healthcare field
Registered health professional
Leadership qualification/ or demonstratable leadership experience
Excellent IT skills-Excel, Word, MS Office
Minimum of 5 years’ post registration experience
Excellent leadership skills
Knowledge of healthcare sector
Experience of leading infection prevention practice
Strong knowledge of CQC and other regulatory requirements
Evidence of advanced communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Enhanced DBS
Desirable
Experience in a palliative care environment
Non-medical prescriber
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: Principal Statistician: £55–£62k (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Start: As soon as possible
Closing date: When filled
Our client is an independent, not-for-profit, scientific organisation. Their work helps improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and education, conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) that is designing and delivering cutting-edge clinical trials employing frequentist and Bayesian methods in adaptive and platform trial designs. They are looking for a Principal Statistician to provide statistical expertise in Bayesian trial design and analysis to support the delivery of our portfolio of critical care research, including the recently funded PIVOTAL platform trial in paediatric intensive care, and to lead the design of future Bayesian trials. The role will also include the opportunity for involvement in their National Audit Programme, which delivered high-profile analyses reporting on intensive care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What you’ll get in return
In addition to an annual salary you will also have access to a benefits package including:
- 25 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year);
- life assurance;
- flexible working (expectation of at least 2 days per week in the office);
- interest-free season ticket loan;
- enhanced pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution;
- enhanced sick pay;
- enhanced maternity/adoption pay;
- employee assistance programme;
- access to a range of benefits and discounts focused on Health & Wellbeing, Family, Technology and Exercise & Fitness;
- support with further academic/professional development.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis and the advert will be closed when an appointment is made, therefore please do not delay in applying.
“They are 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."
Our client is an independent, scientific, not-for-profit organisation.
Their vision is that all critically ill people receive appropriate, timely and optimal care and achieve best outcomes.
Their mission is to improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and data services conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them.
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Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate, and promote durable solutions for displacement-affected populations.
DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and implements emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.
DRC is currently looking for a Chief of Party in Kyiv, Ukraine.
About the job
The Protection Consortium, led by DRC in collaboration with 3 other national and international organizations, aims to deliver a comprehensive, locally led protection response across Ukraine. The project strengthens access to specialised protection services for conflict-affected and marginalised populations while bolstering national systems, service providers, and local organisations.
The Chief of Party (CoP) will provide strategic direction, managerial oversight, and representational leadership for the Protection Consortium. Under the supervision of the Head of Operations and in coordination with consortium partners, the CoP will ensure effective coordination, donor compliance, and delivery of protection outcomes.
Your primary duties and responsibilities will be:
Representation & External Coordination
- Represent the Protection consortium to donor, Steering committee, local authorities, Partners and coordination mechanisms.
- Promote the Consortium’s collective vision, with a focus on localisation, inclusive protection, and sustainability.
- Coordinate joint advocacy and visibility efforts aligned with strategic protection priorities.
Compliance & Grant Management
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, including financial forecasting, narrative reporting, indicator tracking, and safeguarding commitments.
- Lead grant cycle management processes (grant opening, review, closure) with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to compliance, delivery, and partnership management.
Internal Coordination & Partnership Management
- Foster effective collaboration and coordination between consortium members and partners.
- Convene and lead governance structures (Steering Committee, Technical Working Groups as relevant), ensuring inclusive and transparent decision-making.
- Facilitate communication between partners across technical and operational levels, resolving challenges collaboratively.
- Oversee equitable partner engagement, including capacity strengthening and support to sub-grantees.
Program Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Ensure strategic coherence and technical excellence is in place across protection components: GBV, Child Protection, Legal Aid, MHPSS, and Victim Assistance and modalities of implementation
- Promote harmonisation of tools, approaches, and monitoring systems across partners, in line with consortium objectives.
- Conduct regular field visits to review implementation, identify gaps, and support adaptive management.
About you
To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a strong and strategic leader with a solid background in programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ideally in complex humanitarian or early recovery contexts. You have a proven ability to manage diverse teams, foster collaboration among partners, and ensure compliance with donor requirements. You bring a deep commitment to locally led responses and have demonstrated experience in supporting and strengthening the capacity of local actors — through mentoring, technical support, or tailored accompaniment — to enable sustainable and impactful programming.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required:
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing humanitarian or protection programming, preferably in complex/conflict settings.
- At least 2–3 years in a senior coordination or leadership role, preferably within a consortium or multi-stakeholder framework.
- Strong understanding of protection programming, including GBV, legal aid, MHPSS, and inclusive service delivery.
- Demonstrated experience engaging with government actors, donors, and humanitarian coordination systems.
- Excellent communication, representation, and negotiation skills.
Desirable:
- Previous experience as Consortium Manager/ Chief of Party
- Previous experience as program manager or program coordinator
- Familiarity with FCDO compliance requirements.
- Technical background in protection sub-sectors.
- Previous experience working in Ukraine or Eastern Europe.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
- Contract length: 12 months with the possibility of extension subject to positive perfomance and funding availability
- Band: E2 – Manager
- Designation of Duty Station: Kyiv, non-accompanied position
- Start date: September 2025
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for employees on national and expatriate contracts; please refer to our website for more details.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: 25 July 2025
We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible, interviews might be conducted on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to select candidate before the vacancy close date once a suitable candidate has been identified.
Who are we?
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
About the job
The Grants Management Manager (GMM) is responsible for leading the Programme Support Unit (PSU). As a key member of the Programme Department, the GMM oversees programme development and the ongoing management of the country grant portfolio, proposals and implementation are high-quality, evidence based and conducted in accordance with donor and DRC regulations. This includes overseeing timely reporting, overall accountability to donors and supporting the implementation of DRC’s localisation strategy. The position reports to the Head of Programme and collaborates closely with Support Services Managers, Technical Coordinators, the Senior Management Team and Area Offices on all grants-related matters, donor compliance, and partnerships.
Responsibilities:
Programme Development and Fundraising
- Develop a Country Programme Funding strategy and updated donor mapping, keeping abreast of funding trends and donor strategies, paying special attention to diversifying the funding portfolio.
- Develop donor engagement strategies, working closely with the HoP, Programme team and with input from the area offices.
- Support the HoP in maintaining active and regular communication with donors, ensuring timely response to communications and coordinating with relevant country team members on high-quality feedback.
- Coordinate Go/No Go meetings for new funding opportunities.
- Lead the proposal development process -including budget development - engaging with Technical Coordinators, Area Offices and other relevant departments to ensure the development and submission of quality proposals.
- In collaboration with MEAL team, ensure that proposal development is informed by reliable organisational data and learning.
- Coordinate the provision of trainings in proposal development and reporting for grants and program teams, including relevant field staff.
Grants Management and Reporting
- Provide thorough contract reviews and support negotiations with donors ahead of contract signing.
- Ensure high-quality contract management - in close cooperation with SMT- anticipate and identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Lead on donor communication and prepare modification requests and other contractual documentation, as required.
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings for grant kickoff/opening, review and closing, including monitoring progress against timelines and action points. Support troubleshooting for any identified challenges during project delivery.
- Monitor the Grants Module on Dynamics and other internal documentation systems (including SharePoint) to ensure they are updated, working with HQ focal points and the Grants Management Specialist to address any issues.
- Work closely with Finance to support the submission of high-quality finance reports that align with narrative submissions
- Participate in new staff inductions by providing an overview of grants functions, active grants and relevant project documents.
- Provide ad hoc support and guidance to Programme staff on grants management-related issues.
- Conduct visits to field locations as possible/needed.
Compliance Monitoring and Quality Assurance
- Act as the Grants/Contract Management Donor Compliance Focal Point in the CO, ensure understanding of contractual obligations and regulations, seeking support from HQ, as needed.
- Develop and maintain up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of donor requirements and ensure that contractual obligations (including visibility requirements) and reporting deadlines are known and met by Programme, MEAL and Operations teams.
- Lead on contract amendments, including cost /no-cost extensions and project revisions, in coordination with relevant internal stakeholders.
- Actively participate in Global Grants Community Meetings to stay up-to-date with DRC Grants Management Best Practices as well as new regulations and requirements from donors.
People Management
- Lead the PSU, fostering a positive work environment
- Develop performance and development plans for the PSU, taking into consideration business continuity, staff turnover and localisation.
- Foster a culture of engagement and collaboration with the PSU, promoting knowledge sharing, respect for diversity and inclusion, effective communication and respect for staff duty of care
External Communication and Representation
- Participate in external coordination and fundraising-related engagements, fostering positive relationships with donors and other key stakeholders
- Support the development and implementation of the strategic communication plan, including evidence-gathering, drafting and reviewing donor focused communications pieces (e.g. case studies, context briefs, press releases).
Any ad-hoc tasks assigned by the Head of Programme
About you
To be successful in this role you must have:
Experience and technical competencies:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- At least 4 years of experience in grants management including budget development, preferably with an international NGO or other donor-funded organization
- At least 1 year experience in people management and leadership roles.
- Knowledge and experience working with multiple sectors including Protection, Economic Recovery, Infrastructure/WASH, Emergency, and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding.
- Commitment to integrate gender, conflict sensitivity and accountability into programming
- Experience working in complex, changing environments with a proven ability to adapt
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Reliable, patient and able to work independently, with developed leadership capabilities.
Education/qualifications:
- Univeristy Degree
Languages:
Fluency in English (speaking, writing, reading) is essential.
We Offer:
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRC salary scale
Application process:
Application process: Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the below link. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language.
Who are we?
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
DRC has been operating in the Middle East (ME) region for over a decade, running a combination of emergency, livelihood, protection and advocacy programmes through Country Offices (COs) in Yemen, Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey with a Regional Office (RO) in Amman.
About the job
The Area Manager (AM) is responsible for the coordination, management, development, and representation of DRC programming in the North or South of Yemen. S/he will oversee program implementation according to DRC strategies in Yemen and ensure that operations are implemented within DRC’s regulations, procedures, guidelines, and strategy; enable a productive and accountable relationship with beneficiaries, communities’ leaders/representatives, relevant governmental authorities, regional coordination teams (RCTs), sub-national clusters, donors, national and International NGOs and UN Agencies. The AM is DRC’s primary representative with relevant actors in the area of responsibility; s/he is the line manager for all staff with area responsibilities and s/he is responsible for ensuring a result-oriented team. The incumbent will also ensure a safe environment for DRC staff, beneficiaries and assets through a proactive-acceptance approach using DRC’s security framework.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Representation and Coordination
- Participate in SMT representing Area of Responsibility (AOR)
- Represents all aspects of programs and operations and has overall accountability for their AOR
- Act as the primary DRC representative at the area level and actively participate in all relevant fora/meetings
- Foster relationships with Government authorities and other relevant stakeholders in the area of operation
- Develop, implement, and regularly revise a DRC engagement strategy aligned to the National Strategy
- In coordination with the CD, Head of Program, and Advocacy advisor ensure that the DRC program in the area contributes to DRC´s advocacy efforts, nationally, regionally, and internationally.
- Maintain close working relationships with donors, national and international organizations, and local counterparts.
Management
- Line manages area support and program staff ensuring inter-department co-ordination;
- Enable an effective team through result-oriented management systems, providing leadership, on-job capacity building and designing staff development strategies.
- Ensure detailed capacity building plan for staff is in place and regularly followed up on;
- Closely coordinate with the senior management team and sector coordinators ensuring regular information flows, adherence to sector strategies, proposal development processes and safety regulations.
- Encourage a positive, innovative, and mutually supportive team spirit amongst the area team.
Programme development
- Lead the process of adapting DRC national strategy to the local context and circumstances in coordination with the Head of Programme and Technical Coordinators
- Support in developing DRC’s program in the area of operation and provide technical and context-specific input for fundraising efforts;
- Provide regular analysis on the context and humanitarian situation in the area for the development of project proposals and safety assessments.
Local Partnerships
- Lead the identification of local partners within AOR for sector-specific interventions
- In coordination with the Partnerships & Localization unit, support the capacity assessment of partners and the development of tailored capacity building plans
- Manage local partnerships at field level (within AOR) and ensure follow-up with partners on quality implementation, in line with DRC policies and procedures.
Safety and Security
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for DRC staff, beneficiaries, and assets by ensuring the local security procedures are up to date and SOPs are being followed in line with the SMP and DRC policy, promoting regular staff training, providing safety and security analysis, recommendations, and follows-ups.
Accountability
- Ensure overall provision of and adherence to DRC policies, procedures, guidelines, donor regulations, systems and standard practices.
- Promote compliance with DRC policies and practice with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, safety and security, anti-harassment, and other relevant policies and procedures.
Operational
- Provide leadership in overseeing of all logistical/procurement, HR/administration and office services activities and ensure their timely/efficient delivering, including office scale-up/scale-down based on funding and contextual changes.
- Lead on recruitment of senior staff in coordination with SMT, as appropriate.
- Maintain oversight of narrative and budget development of proposals and concept notes.
- Ensure quality implementation of Core Competency programs ensuring optimal use of financial resources, regular project follow up, reporting, among other tasks.
- Responsible to ensure Area Office compliance with internal procedures and donor regulations.
- Support the roll-out of new modules and continuous functioning of DRC Dynamics (Enterprise Resource Planning System)
Reporting
- Comply with internal reporting requirements, contribute to, and provide quality assurance and timeliness of external reports from area of operation;
- Participate in DRC internal coordination mechanisms (e.g. SMT, Programme meetings, etc.) as required.
- Strengthen efforts to document the impact of DRC activities in the area.
About you
To be successful in this role you must have:
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing a large team
- Minimum 5 years of experience in project implementation
- Experience working in fragile context and insecure environments
- Experience developing and implementing organizational strategy
- Previous experience in Yemen or within the Middle East is considered an asset
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required Qualifications:
- Post graduate degree in relevant subject area
Languages:
- English fluent (to high standard)
- Arabic an advantage
Key stakeholders: (internal and external)
- Yemen Country Office
- Yemen SMT
- Regional Coordination Team
- Host Government
- Donors
- I/NGOs
We offer:
Contract length: Two years contract.
Band: E - manager
Duty Station: Aden or Hajjah
Designation of Duty Station: Non-Family Duty Station
Start date: As soon as possible.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment.
Application process:
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in English.
Applications close on 22nd July 2025.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website
Who are we?
The Global Foundations & Institutional Donors team is comprised of 12 colleagues working with either Institutional Donors or Foundations based in Copenhagen, Berlin, Brussels, Geneva and Kyiv. DRC funds come from a variety of sources - institutional donors such as the European Commission, UN agencies, and bilateral humanitarian and development funding envelopes from major donor countries, but increasingly also foundations - both Danish and International. Together with the rest of the department, the GFID team is working to increase DRC’s capacity and ambition to scope, expand, deepen, and strengthen partnerships and fundraising activities.
About the job
As Senior Partnership Advisor you will be part of the Global Foundation and Institutional Donors section (GFID) working directly with the Head of Global Foundation and Institutional Donors, colleagues based in HQ, DRC Representations in Geneva, Brussels and Berlin, and regionally with the Regional Business Development Coordinators. Your overall responsibility will be to support DRC’s capacity strengthening to maintain and improve donor relationships and fundraising efforts.
The Senior Partnership Advisor oversees the engagement and fundraising efforts focusing primarily on FCDO and the UK-based foundations, potentially there would also be some coverage of non-core donors like Irish Aid, Jersey Aid etc. You are tasked with undertaking analyses, elaborating donor intelligence, to inform and advise senior management and colleagues about partnership development as well as fundraising opportunities.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Strategy
- Support design and advancement of the global donor engagement strategy based on the FCDOs’ donor trends and priorities, (and relevant non-core donors).
- Mapping and scoping of UK-based foundations with the support of the wider GFID team.
- Lead the development of donor-specific engagement action plans for the FCDO and relevant foundations and steer their implementation.
Partnership Engagement
- Lead on a strong and strategic partnership between DRC and FCDO at capital level and UK-based Foundations and engage proactively with FCDO (and relevant non-core donors) to address challenges and opportunities related to DRC’s partnership at global level and inform/advise ROs/COs accordingly. Develop tools and guidance to support engagement with FCDO
- Provide support and expertise to DRC country and regional operations on the partnership.
- Represent DRC in dialogues with core donors on regulatory frameworks and actively participate in relevant events and coordination mechanisms with peer organisations or other networks and platforms.
Donor intelligence and knowledge management
- Monitor and analyse relevant trends and donor intelligence and provide strategic advice on possible impact and ways to adapt across all levels of the organization for FCDO, relevant UK foundations and /or non-core donors).
- Develop qualitative and quantitative analyses to feed into donor trends and global donor analyses, lessons learned, and other dissemination documents.
Partnership Management – externally and internally
- For FCDO funding, develop tools, platforms, and internal workflows for efficient strategic donor compliance (this includes maintaining DRC Insite donor pages, updating and publishing internal guidance tools such as Donorpedias, fact sheets etc.).
- Strengthen capacities of Grants Management Unit staff on FCDO policies and guidelines.
Occasional travel will be expected to DRC HQ, DRC representations or DRC country offices
About you
To excel in this role, you will have natural communication and social skills, including networking and the ability to influence. You are comfortable navigating internal stakeholders horizontally and vertically, and representing DRC externally with donors, peer organisations and in other forums.
You have strong knowledge of FCDO’s structure and funding priorities, including regulatory frameworks and contracting. This role calls for someone who is both a “thinker” and a “doer” - an ability to work on strategic-level analyses while being detailed as well as being results and service-oriented.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required
- Documented extensive experience with institutional donors and donor engagement, and in particular, FCDO
- Experience in engaging with philanthropic and private sector foundations
- Understanding of the links between compliance and building the image of a go-to organisation for donors
- Strong relationship building skills and proactive approach to partnership building and nurturing
- Experience with networking and representation at all levels
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to identify, address and communicate the core of an issue, even if very complex
- Experience in working in an international, multicultural work environment, experience at country or regional level
- Master’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent in experience.
- The position is based in London. If the candidate is not already in London, you will need to be open to relocating.
Desirable
- Network among UK-based Foundations or experience working for or leading partnerships with UK-based Foundations
- Professional proficiency in languages other than English is an asset
We offer
Contract length: Initially 12 months, with a possibility of extension
Work location: London
Start date: October 1st, 2025
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national staff.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: August 10th, 2025 more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.
We expect to conduct the interviews in the week starting August 18th.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.
Funding Reporting & Analytics Manager
Contract type: Fixed Term, Full Time (13 Months with possibility of extension)
Location: London, United Kingdom
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face‑to‑face (London office, external meetings or travel). 60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.
Salary: £44,168 - £46,493 per year with excellent benefits
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team
Programmes Funding & Partnerships Team contributes to WaterAid’s mission by cultivating and securing income from institutional and non-institutional partners for all WaterAid’s programmes globally so that WaterAid can effectively deliver on its mission. You’ll sit within the Restricted Funding Compliance team within the wider PFP Team, which is committed to providing a supportive and effective environment to manage restricted funding.
About the role
Are you passionate about turning data into powerful insights that drive real impact?
We’re looking for a Funding Reporting & Analytics Manager to lead the charge on ensuring high-quality restricted funding data and transforming it into actionable business intelligence. You’ll play a key role in shaping strategic decisions by partnering closely with our Programme Information Systems Team and the Data Governance Lead.
If you're detail-driven, data-savvy, and excited about making a difference through analytics—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help turn data into change
In this role, you will:
- Own the quality and governance of restricted funding data
- Set and maintain data control standards
- Turn raw data into strategic insights for smarter planning and decision-making
- Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
- Demonstrable hands-on experience of building and delivering Business Intelligence (BI) solutions using BI technology, particularly Power BI
- Experience and expertise at writing SQL queries within SQL Server or similar toolAbility to use, understand and manage complex data sources: ability to extract data and identify and resolve inconsistencies that will impact on data accuracy and financial KPIs
- Capacity to provide robust analysis; ability to present complex information/data simply to a range of audiences
- Ability to produce concise narrative performance analysis with good attention to detail
Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
- Background / strong understanding of restricted/institutional funding for development.
- Background and practice in fundraising and funding contract management
- Salesforce, Dynamics, Microsoft Fabric experience
Closing date: Applications close 12:00pm UK time on 28th July 2025. Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 28th July.
How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV and Cover Letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening: To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre‑employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK‑based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
Our benefits:
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- Give As You Earn charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
Our global commitment:
Our People Promise – We work with passion and focus so everyone, everywhere can access clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose, wellbeing and shared responsibility where all voices are valued.
Equal opportunities – We are an equalopportunity, disabilityconfident employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs and ways of life.
Safeguarding – We have a zerotolerance approach to any form of abuse or exploitation and carry out background checks on all prospective employees.
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change !
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.





Global Safeguarding Director
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week
Location: The role can be based in the Kenya (home based) or the UK (London office) subject to right-to-work eligibility in the respective countries.
In the UK a minimum of 40% of working time is spent in-person in the London office, at external meetings or travelling for WaterAid.
Salary:
- UK: £75,000-£80,000 per annum with excellent benefits
- Kenya: 12,036,917-13,750,883 KES per annum with excellent benefits
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.
About the team
WaterAid’s Global Safeguarding Team works collaboratively across the organisation to develop understanding and awareness, embed good practice and ensure safeguarding is a priority in all aspects of our work.
About the role
As our Global Safeguarding Director, you will oversee all areas of safeguarding for the WaterAid federation, including the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment, safeguarding children and safeguarding adults at risk.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development of strategies and plans to embed safeguarding protection into the work of WaterAid and our partners.
- Work closely with Chief Executives, senior leaders and board members across the WaterAid federation to strengthen safeguarding governance.
- Oversee the continued development of WaterAid’s global network of safeguarding champions at member, country and team level.
- Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding across the federation, and equip others to do the same.
Requirements
To be successful, you will need:
- To be an inspiring leader. Able to communicate the importance of safeguarding to multiple stakeholders, with a track record of having contributed to the development of safe and trusted organisational cultures.
- Significant experience of working in or leading a safeguarding function within an international setting with extensive experience of working with, and leading on, protection, safeguarding and accountability standards, and of implementing policy and practice.
- Experience of working with a range of stakeholders in a development context and implementing safeguarding initiatives with partners and at a community level.
- Strong knowledge of UK and international legal frameworks and experience of working with regulatory bodies.
Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
- The ability to speak languages spoken in countries where WaterAid works, particularly French, Portuguese and Spanish.
- Experience of working in the international development sector and of living and working in one of the countries where WaterAid has programmes.
Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on Monday 28 July 2025. First round interviews will take place on Tuesday 5 and Thursday 7 August 2025. Second round interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 August 2025.
We recognise that interviews are planned during the UK summer holiday season. Please let us know in your application of any constraints to your availability as some flexibility may be possible with these dates.
How to apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter. In your covering letter please outline your motivation for the role and explain how your leadership and safeguarding skills and experiences will help WaterAid on the next steps of its safeguarding journey.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?
At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening
To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
UK benefits
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10%
- Flexible and hybrid‑working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
Kenya benefits
As a global organisation, WaterAid is committed to creating an environment where you can thrive and be yourself at your very best. Alongside our inspiring mission and meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits tailored to each country’s context and policies. These will be shared during the process.
Our Global Commitment:
Our people promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.




