Jobs for the Human Rights sector

To provide high quality and comprehensive helpline advice, information, practical and advocacy support relating to violence against women and girls (VAWG) perpetrated against Black and minoritised women and girls.

To work alongside helpline Coordinator and helpline volunteers and ensuring the service is trauma-informed, safe, and effective.

Why work with Southall Black Sisters?

Southall Black Sisters is committed to providing a supportive working environment, where team members feel valued, empowered and safe. To that end, we provide an excellent package of employee benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Hybrid working 
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Enhanced sick pay
• Subsidised public transport season ticket
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to confidential support from MBACP therapists 
• Clinical supervision with an MBACP therapist to explore issues arising from casework
• A focus on continued learning and development through accredited training delivered by experts in their field
• Organisation-wide away days
• Career development pathways and support
• The opportunity to learn and grow within an organisation renowned for inspiring political activism and campaigning successes
• Employer eye care scheme

To Apply

Submit a completed application form along with the optional equal opportunities monitoring form by the application deadline. Please do not send us your CV as this will not be considered.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered.

To provide high-quality and comprehensive advice, information, practical and advocacy support relating to domestic and other forms of gender-based violence perpetrated against Black and minoritised women and children.

To assist with educational, developmental, policy and campaigning work arising from advice and casework.

To promote the aims and objectives of SBS as a specialist organisation for Black and minoritised women and children.

Why work with Southall Black Sisters?

Southall Black Sisters is committed to providing a supportive working environment, where team members feel valued, empowered and safe. To that end, we provide an excellent package of employee benefits including:​

• Generous annual leave entitlement 
• Hybrid working 
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Enhanced sick pay
• Subsidised public transport season ticket
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to confidential support from MBACP therapists 
• Clinical supervision with an MBACP therapist to explore issues arising from casework
• A focus on continued learning and development through accredited training delivered by experts in their field
• Organisation-wide away days
• Career development pathways and support
• The opportunity to learn and grow within an organisation renowned for inspiring political activism and campaigning successes
• Employer eye care scheme

To Apply

Submit a completed application form along with the optional equal opportunities monitoring form by the application deadline. Please do not send us your CV as this will not be considered.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered.

SLRA is a well-established local migrant support organisation working with and for refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants who are at risk or in crisis as a result of immigration issues. We provide specialist immigration advice, as well as a broad range of practical, social and therapeutic support services. SLRA also campaigns for a fairer immigration system, local people with lived experience in influencing local and national policy and practice.

About the role 
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to manage and develop our operational financial processes and systems. You will work closely with the CEO, Development Manager, and other members of the team to ensure efficiency and accuracy in record keeping and reporting. There is potential opportunity for the successful candidate to develop the role and increase its responsibilities. Take a look at the job pack for more information.

For all roles, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of the global majority, and those who are migrants or refugees, and those with lived experience of the hostile immigration system.
 

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday per year (with 3 additional days when the office is closed at Christmas) plus bank holidays.
• Additional long service annual leave days up to a maximum of an additional 5 days per year.
• Flexible and family friendly working arrangements including compressed hours and school term time working.
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution.
• Commitment to staff learning and development.
• Cyclescheme and travelcard loans.

Applications will be reviewed and candidates invited to interview on a rolling basis, please apply promptly. 

The Alliance

The Sexual Violence Alliance is comprised of seven organisations (The four London Rape Crisis Centres, Galop, Survivors UK, and Respond) working together to provide comprehensive support to victim/survivors of sexual violence across London. The alliance model enables us to draw on each member’s expertise and provide all victims/survivors with the specific care that is tailored to their needs. Navigators sit within each organisation in The Alliance and work alongside one another to support survivors of sexual violence.  

The Role

As this is a new role, we anticipate that the remit of the role will likely adapt in response to the support needs that are presented by service users and service delivery. We expect the post holder to contribute to the development of this role.   

The role of a Rapid Response ISVA is to provide advocacy, practical, and emotional support to survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence, recent or historic. You will also ensure that survivors are aware of their rights, options, and entitlements, and support them through any stage of the criminal justice system.  

The post holder will ensure a quality service is provided to survivors by covering cases at short notice and providing support for those that are not able to access immediate ISVA support. You will ensure that timely advice is provided to survivors on the waiting list.  

This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement.

For more information on this role please download the attached job description. 

Location Galop’s offices are located in London. This role will have the option of hybrid working with at least 2 days per week in the office.

Hours Full time (35 hours per week)

Contract Permanent

Reports to Sexual Violence Advocacy & Support Manager

Salary You will start on scale point F1 at £32,626.66 (including £4,296.25 London Weighting for those working in our London office)

Closing Date  Applications are now open on a rolling basis. First round interviews TBC and will take place via Microsoft Teams. 

Questions? If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further prior to application, please contact us.

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For more than 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity (FEC) has proudly supported service leavers, veterans and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service or reason for leaving. By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity's values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient and Collaborative. 

Op Nova is a specialist programme delivered by the Forces Employment Charity that supports veterans that are in contact with, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system. This support is delivered across the UK through Nova Scotland, Nova Wales and Nova Northern Ireland.

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Brief role description

The NST Client Advisor plays a key role in the Nova Support Team, acting as the first point of contact for veterans who have served in the UK armed forces and are at risk of, or are involved in, the criminal justice system. They provide timely initial advice, guidance and support, assess individual needs and connect veterans to appropriate services.

The role includes receiving and triaging referrals, making prompt first contact, completing initial registrations and maintaining accurate and detailed records on the case management system to support effective casework. 

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Who we are looking for

We are seeking a compassionate and people-focused individual who can build trust and communicate clearly while supporting veterans with a range of complex needs.

You will have experience and guiding and supporting individuals with strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to provide accurate advice and direction. You will also be highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple cases effectively while handling sensitive information with professionalism and care.

You will be proactive, IT Confident and able to work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also bring an understanding of the justice system, experience using Salesforce, or a similar CRM system, and a resilient, adaptable approach. 

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We are looking to appoint multiple candidates and are offering this role on both a permanent and fixed-term contract (FTC) basis. 

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Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website. 

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Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the job description. 

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What's in it for you? Check out our benefits. 

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Have we convinced you to apply? Submit your CV and Covering Letter by ​Monday, 29 June 2026. 

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Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People team at the Forces Employment Charity. 

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Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made the People team aware before applying. 

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We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. 

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JOB PURPOSE

To provide information, advice, support and advocacy work on all  forms  of  gender  based  violence faced by migrant women,  including  forced  marriage,  rape  and  sexual  abuse,  honour  based  crimes  and  related  issues  such  as  immigration/asylum  and  no  recourse  to  public  funds,  matrimonial  and  children,  housing  and  homelessness,  mental  health  and  financial  matters.  Your  casework  will  focus  on  women  with  complex  needs. 

 

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide  a  professional  high-­quality  VAWG  advocacy  and  outreach  service.

2. Undertake  casework  and  advocacy  (this  will  include  liaising  with  relevant  professionals  and  agencies  such  as  solicitors,  social  workers,  police  officers  etc.) 

3. Provide  practical  support  such  as  accompanying  women  to  appointments  and  courts,  making  reports  to  such  agencies  or  collecting  belongings  and  otherwise  taking  all  necessary  steps  to  ensure  the  general  safety  and  wellbeing  of  women  and  children. 

4. Write  assessment  reports  and  support  letters,  and  under  supervision,  help  to  collect  evidence  and  statements,  as  well  as  undertake  some  basic  legal  representation.

5. Undertake risk assessments for referral to the Multi-­Agency Risk Assessment Conferences  (MARACs) 

6. Establish  links  with  key  partners  [local  authority,  police,  health,  schools,  etc.]  to  ensure  effective  referral  routes  and  information  sharing  protocols.

7. Assist  in  developing  and  meeting  quality  standards  in  relation  to  advice  and  casework.  This  includes  administration  and  IT  systems  for  advice  and  casework. 

8. Cover the helpline as required.

9. Assist migrant women to access immigration advice, and assist in meeting their housing needs.

10. To  undertake  campaigning  and  policy  work  arising  from  the  advice  and  casework  (this  may  involve  some  weekend/evening  work)

11. Where  necessary  to  assist  staff  in  organising  and  running  support  group  activities  and  consultations  for  women  who  are  isolated  and  vulnerable  due  to  their  experiences  of  violence  and  abuse.

12. To  publicise  and  provide  S4S  services,  and  attend,  contribute  and  represent  the  organisation  at  relevant  local  meetings  or  initiatives. 

13. To  support and mentor the Women’s Council.

14. Follow  S4S policies  and  procedures,  and  maintain  IT  and  case  file  management  systems.

15. Contribute  to  S4S  record  keeping  and  provide  information  for  monitoring,  evaluation,  policy,  and  research  and  training  purposes. 

16. Ensure  women  are  referred  to  S4S  projects  and  activities  as  required  for  example,  counselling or group work.

17. Support women residing in the refuge as required.

18. Be  self-­servicing  and  to  assist  other  workers  when  required. 

19. Undertake  any  additional  duties  which  will  contribute  to  the  smooth  running  of  the  S4S services  and  projects.

 

GENERAL  DUTIES  AND  RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Contribute  to  the  smooth  running  of  the  project  and  activities 

2. Assist in maintaining high standards in all aspects of the organisations work; including conduct with colleagues, external agencies and service users.

3. Comply and promote issues of confidentiality, equal opportunities and other policies and procedures of the organisations.

4. Attend supervision, training and staff, management and team meetings when required.

5. Promote equality and diversirty in all aspects of Safety4Sisters work.

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Be fully compliant with all Health and Safety legislation. 

2. Ensure that your work area is maintained in a clean, safe and tidy manner, all equipment is used safely according to instructions, and work is carried to ensure no risk to yourself, other employees and visitors.

FLEXIBILITY CLAUSE

In order to deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is required, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Such duties, however, will fall within the scope of the job at the appropriate grade.

This job description will be subjected to review with the post holder, to ensure that it accurately reflects the duties and range of the post. The aim is to improve the quality of service for Black and minoritised women and all matters relating to their well-being.

When necessary, the post holder may be expected to work evenings and weekends. This time can be claimed back as TOIL.

This post is:

· subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure

· subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.  It will be necessary for a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.

· open to women* only (*exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).

 

About the Role

The Refugee and Migrant Centre is seeking to appoint two Employment Coaches, one full-time and one part-time - to support clients in overcoming barriers to employment and moving closer to the labour market.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide one-to-one employment support to clients, including CV building, job search assistance, interview preparation, and completing job applications.

· Assess clients' skills, experience, and employment goals to develop tailored action plans.

· Support clients in accessing training, work placements, and volunteering opportunities to enhance employability.

· Liaise with employers and training providers to identify suitable opportunities for clients.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, tracking progress and outcomes in line with organisational requirements.

· Work collaboratively with other teams and services within the organisation to provide holistic support.

· Support the delivery of employment workshops or group sessions where needed.

· Promote and uphold the values and policies of the Refugee and Migrant Centre in all aspects of work.

Essential Requirements:

· Minimum 2 years' experience working directly with clients on employment-related matters.

· IAG level 3 qualification or commitment to complete.

· Good knowledge of the UK job market, including current recruitment practices.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to build rapport and work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.

· Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied caseload.

· Competent in using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and online job search platforms.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

· Ability to speak additional languages relevant to the client base.

· Experience working with refugees, asylum seekers, or migrants.

· Understanding of welfare-to-work programmes or similar employability schemes.

· Experience in delivering group workshops or training sessions.

· Knowledge of local employment and training opportunities in the Birmingham area.

Flexibility

In order to deliver the stated aims of this post, a degree of flexibility is needed and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Such duties will fall within the scope of the job within the appropriate pay grade. The job description will therefore be subject to periodic review with the post holder to ensure it accurately reflects the duties that are being performed.

How to Apply

We welcome applications from all individuals whose skills and experience align with the criteria outlined above. If you are interested in joining our team, please complete our application form by clicking the link below:

https://app.hbhr.io/job-application/external/74c7a352-69deba3e-b8b954ca-7113dcb2

We look forward to hearing from you.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their commitment to achieving positive outcomes. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Closing date: Friday, 10th July 2026, by 5:00 pm.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

Please note that if you require employer sponsorship to extend your right to work in the UK, the Refugee and Migrant Centre is not able to support visa sponsorship.

The Role

Are you a creative, data-driven marketer with a passion for developing and delivering marketing campaigns that truly resonate with audiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas shape commercial outcomes and deliver value to members?

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the Law Society as a Product Marketing Executive in our busy Member Communications and Marketing team and play a key role in promoting our premium membership to help the Law Society deliver value to our members and their businesses. This is your opportunity to create compelling campaigns, influence strategy, and elevate our member communications.

You'll help grow our premium membership through individual and corporate uptake and be instrumental in communicating the value and benefits of section membership. You will understand the opportunity and importance of key customer touchpoints throughout the customer journey, be excellent at stakeholder management, adaptable to changing priorities and quick to learn. You will build a deep understanding of our audiences, products and services to develop compelling content and messaging, using existing and new channels to grow awareness, increase reach, build value and generate leads.

You will liaise with key internal stakeholders including our membership operations, membership engagement, brand, social media, content and digital teams and manage the day-to-day delivery of our acquisition and retention activities.

This is an exciting and varied role where your expertise and knowledge will be used to great effect to make a real impact for our members.

What we're looking for

• Experience creating and delivering marketing campaigns in a digital marketing role
• Proficiency in using analytics report tools, email and social platforms, and Microsoft office software (or equivalent)
• Strong planning and organisation skills with an ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Educated to degree level, or with a marketing qualification, other recognised professional post-graduate qualification or related experience
• Team-focused, with the ability to work closely with colleagues across different disciplines and functions.

We're looking for a proactive and creative marketer who combines strong organisational skills with a data-driven mindset. You'll be someone who can translate insight into engaging, customer-focused campaigns, while managing multiple priorities and deadlines with confidence. A natural collaborator, you'll build strong relationships across teams and bring excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Above all, you'll be a self-starter who takes initiative, embraces feedback, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact.

What's in it for you

You'll be part of a high performing marketing team where you'll be shaping your own creative campaigns, sharpening your skills in data-driven marketing, and working with a diverse range of stakeholders. You'll be joining a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect.

Lead MSF UK’s organisation‑wide change programme, delivering projects which improve our efficiency and effectiveness so that we can maximise the support we send to MSF's medical-humanitarian operations. A senior role for an experienced change leader who can drive transformation, influence at executive level, and embed lasting benefits in our business processes.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri

Duration: Fixed Term Contract, 24 months

Location: London - hybrid, 2 days per week in office (including Wednesdays)

Salary: £61,531.29 to £75,204.91 per annum | Salary is offered in line with our pay framework and typically starts at the entry point of the band. Salary increases are considered annually and are subject to our appraisal and performance review process.

Job purpose:

The Change Delivery Lead defines, manages and delivers MSF UK’s organisation‑wide change programme, incorporating priority projects identified in the 2026/27 Plan. The role ensures that benefits realisation and process improvement are embedded from the outset, delivering sustainable improvements in efficiency and effectiveness to enable MSF UK’s Strategic Direction 2026/31.

Please download the full job and person specification below for further details.

It’s an exciting time to join War Child. We are sector-leading in our heritage, connections and relationships across music, gaming and events, with an incredible network of supporters ready to champion our work. Backed by a talented and ambitious team, we deliver bold, creative fundraising that inspires people to take action for children affected by conflict.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and relationship-driven partnerships professional with a passion for gaming to join our Gaming team at a pivotal moment of growth. You will help grow income and impact through gaming, building relationships with developers, publishers, platforms, creators and gaming communities to deliver creative and effective fundraising partnerships.

As Gaming Partnerships Executive, you will manage and grow a portfolio of existing gaming partners, identifying opportunities to deepen engagement and maximise their involvement in War Child campaigns. You will also support new business development, helping to build a strong pipeline of prospective partners and contributing to outreach, pitching and securing new collaborations.

Working closely with the Gaming Lead and wider Philanthropy and Partnerships department, you will help shape and deliver innovative campaigns at the intersection of gaming, streaming and digital fundraising. This includes supporting key partnerships such as Jingle Jam and contributing to campaign planning and delivery across the gaming calendar.

You will act as a visible ambassador for War Child within the gaming industry, attending events, building new connections and raising the profile of our work to unlock new opportunities for collaboration and income generation.

As part of our growing Philanthropy and Partnerships department, you will work closely with colleagues across Partnerships, Communications and Digital Marketing to develop strong pitches, proposals and activations that deliver real impact for children affected by war.

The team regularly comes together in our London office for collaboration, meetings and relationship-building, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend these in person where appropriate.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you.

Your role

The Gaming Partnerships Executive will work closely with the Gaming Lead to grow the team’s income sustainably by focusing primarily on business development and managing a portfolio of gaming relationships. You will seek out and build new relationships with developers, games publishers, platforms and gaming communities to contribute to the pipeline of new gaming partnerships and opportunities for War Child. You will also manage a portfolio of gaming relationships that will be called on to join our campaigns and activations throughout the year. As a key member of War Child’s award-winning Gaming team, you will have a direct impact on the lives of children who have been affected by conflict.

Your responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of gaming sector relationships, developing long-term engagement plans and identifying opportunities in support of our campaigns to increase strategic and income value..
• Support the delivery of our strategic partnership with Jingle Jam, as directed by the Gaming Partnerships Manager.
• With the Gaming Lead, build a pipeline of prospective gaming partners inclusive of developers, publishers, creators, platforms and the wider gaming community to support the sustainable growth of the Gaming Team.
• Personally lead on researching, approaching and securing new gaming partners, working towards your own new business target annually.
• Contribute to the development of pitches, proposals, cultivation plans and presentations to potential gaming partners
• Work collaboratively with the Gaming Team on developing and implementing the campaigns calendar.
• Build strong relationships with other teams in War Child (Partnerships, Communications, Digital Marketing), representing the Gaming Team where appropriate in working groups to enable smooth delivery of propositions, pitches, activations and campaigns.
• Act as a War Child Ambassador in the gaming industry, attending events and conferences to raise the profile of War Child and make new connections to support business development.
• Support the marketing and promotion of all gaming activations to maximise audience engagement.
• Contribute to team-wide income forecasting and annual planning processes.
• Use all tools available to ensure compliance and our ethical fundraising policy are adhered to, this includes partnership agreements, due diligence processes, CRM database management as well as GDPR and fundraising regulations.
• Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant to War Child’s Safeguarding and PSEAH (Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse & Harassment) Policies.
• We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. All staff are expected to actively contribute to this by embedding principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging into their day-to-day work, decision-making, and interactions with colleagues, partners, and supporters.

These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the role.

 You are

•  Knowledgeable about gaming or have worked in the sector and can demonstrate understanding of how to harness gaming communities and the industry more widely for fundraising purposes.
•  Familiar with digital marketing and gaming platforms & services, e.g. Steam, Twitch, YouTube, Discord and Tiltify.
•  Awareness of  creator-led fundraising and community-driven campaigns and wider gaming culture.
• Able to demonstrate success in achieving financial targets through partnership management, account management, business development or sales activity, including identifying and developing new opportunities.
• An excellent communicator, confident in building and managing relationships with external and internal stakeholders with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Able to use audience insight, engagement data or campaign performance metrics to inform partnership activity and decision-making.
• Creative and innovative thinker with the ability to develop new commercial ideas and translate into proposals that achieve results
• Proactive with a growth mindset, capable of managing and prioritising your own workload to ensure new business targets are met.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment, with the ability to respond proactively to new opportunities.
• Able to demonstrate success in contributing to projects or teamwork
• Able to maintain accurate records with the help of a Client Record Management system. Salesforce experience a plus
• Awareness of fundraising compliance, due diligence and partnership contracting processes

 

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead fundraising and supporter communications for a unique human rights and welfare charity at an important moment in our development.

Prisoners Abroad is the only UK charity supporting British people imprisoned overseas, people returning to the UK after release, and their family members. We provide practical assistance, emotional support and advocacy to people facing some of the most isolating and traumatic circumstances imaginable.

We are looking for an experienced and creative fundraising leader to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team and oversee a well-established portfolio spanning individual giving, major donors, legacies and supporter communications.

You will play a central role in sustaining and growing income, strengthening donor relationships, and delivering compelling communications that inspire support for our work. You’ll also help shape key publications, oversee donor engagement activity, and ensure our messaging reflects the dignity, humanity and hope at the heart of what we do.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery. You will be managing a small team, driving performance across fundraising activity, and helping us build on strong existing foundations at a time when our new organisational strategy is creating fresh momentum.

We offer the chance to work in a friendly, collaborative and values-driven organisation with a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Based in our London office near Finsbury Park, this role comes with flexibility to work from home part of the week, a 35-hour working week, generous annual leave and a supportive approach to development and wellbeing.

If you bring strong experience in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to human rights and social justice, we would love to hear from you.

Salary: £35,553–£39,481 pro rata
Location: Home-based (with occasional meetings in Coventry)
Contract: 12-month fixed term, part-time 20-40% FTE (1–2 days per week equivalent)

About Cord

Cord is an international charity working to make peace a reality where people don’t have the freedom to exercise their rights. We work to build the relationship between those in power and local communities. 

We believe that people flourish when all parts of society work together. Peaceful relationships make that possible. The simple act of talking begins a journey of growth which transforms mistrust, includes the excluded and turns adversaries into allies.

Cord operates in eight countries and implements programmes in the following areas:

• Empowering Women & Girls
• Accessing Fundamental Freedoms
• Climate & the Environment
• Economic Empowerment
• Supporting Stronger Societies

We are a small, committed team who love working together to make a huge impact. A 2026 global staff survey returned very positive feedback about Cord as a place to work with strong expressions of belonging, purpose and value, and with 97% of staff saying that would recommend Cord as a great place to work. We are looking for a great candidate to join this fantastic organisation and contribute to our work to Build Peace. If you like the sound of us, then take a look at the recruitment pack and come and join our team!

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to grow this vital area of income. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver our trusts and foundations strategy at a key point in our organisational development, helping to diversify income and support innovative, impactful programmes.

You will lead on identifying and securing new funding opportunities, building strong donor relationships, and writing compelling proposals and reports. You’ll also represent Cord externally and work collaboratively across teams to develop strong cases for support.

About You

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of securing funding from trusts, foundations, or philanthropic donors, alongside excellent writing and communication skills. You will be confident building relationships and proactively developing opportunities, with a strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape.

You’ll be an excellent communicator and able to translate complex programmes into persuasive funding cases, and comfortable building relationships through networking and outreach.

If you like what you read and are passionate about real and lasting change, come and join us and be part of the Cord story.

To apply please send us your CV and a Cover Letter detailing your interest in the role and how you fulfil the requirements outlined in the job description.

This is a home-based role, with some occasional travel to Coventry required for meetings. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About NO MORE

NO MORE is a global organisation dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence by increasing awareness, inspiring action, and driving culture change. We work with nonprofits, corporations, governments, media, schools, and communities worldwide to amplify survivor voices and strengthen prevention and response efforts.
 

The role

We are seeking a motivated Business Development Intern to support our Development Team across fundraising, donor engagement, partnerships, and grants.

This full-time, 12-month internship offers hands-on experience within an international nonprofit and is ideal for someone passionate about social justice and international development.

Location: Hybrid (Hampton and remote)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 12 months
Reports to: Senior Business Development Officer
 

Key responsibilities

Fundraising and campaigns

• Support planning, delivery, and evaluation of individual giving campaigns and fundraising events

• Research prospective donors and new fundraising opportunities

• Assist with fundraising-related social media and marketing content

• Track and report on fundraising performance and impact

• Support challenge and community fundraising events and participant management

Donor communications

• Draft and edit donor communications, including thank-you messages, newsletters, and appeals

• Support personalised donor stewardship and supporter journeys

Grants and proposals

• Research grant opportunities aligned with NO MORE’s priorities

• Assist with grant applications, submissions, and reporting

• Track deadlines and maintain accurate grant records

• Support collection of impact and monitoring data

Partnership and team support

• Support delivery of in-person and virtual partnership events

• Conduct research on fundraising trends and donor demographics

• Provide administrative support, including database management and scheduling

• Support fundraising reporting to the Board of Trustees
   

About you

You will have:

• A degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Development or a related field

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

• Confidence using Microsoft Office or Google Suite (including Excel and Gmail)

• Strong research skills and ability to summarise information clearly

You are:

• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable taking initiative

• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a small team

• Curious about social impact, current affairs, and nonprofit work

• Committed to NO MORE’s mission to end domestic and sexual violence

Desirable:

• Previous nonprofit, fundraising, or development experience (including internships or volunteering)

• Experience with social media or digital content

• Familiarity with grant writing or proposal preparation

VIDERE

Videre is an award-winning, UK-registered NGO that exposes human rights abuses and holds perpetrators to account. We work directly with communities in stressed environments, equipping networks of activists and community leaders with the technology and training necessary to safely capture visual documentation of political violence, human rights violations, and other systemic abuses. Our aim is to ensure that the concerns and knowledge of affected communities drive advocacy, policy, and legal action.

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a critical senior role in the organisation, reporting to the Senior Director-Programming. The role is responsible for managing the organisation’s programmes across 2 locations in Sub Saharan Africa and South East Asia, line managing three people. The position provides leadership on direct programming for community-led investigations and evidence gathering as well as our CSO partnership programme in two geographies. The Head of Programmes works closely with the Senior Management Team (SMT) on critical areas including fundraising and strategic development.   

The priority for this role is the safe and high quality performance of projects. The balance between ‘doing’ and ‘managing’ in this role varies depending on available resources for each project, and the ability to create competent teams to delegate to.

Location: UK, France, Nairobi or Thailand preferred. Remote applicants considered.

Package: Pay is dependent on location.  The UK salary of £62,000 plus pension contribution will be converted using ICSC scales. All locations receive 28 days annual leave, counselling support and annual wellbeing days.

Start date: 1st September

Duration: 7 months with possibility of extension

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme Leadership and Delivery

• Working closely with the Senior Director- Programming, lead the development and implementation of programme strategy and annual plans, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and priorities.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Project Teams for both direct investigations and local CSO partnerships, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, effectively and to a high standard.
• Act as a member of the Management Team, contributing to organisational planning, decision-making, continuous improvement and cross-organisational initiatives. 
• Work closely with the Senior Director – Programming and other colleagues to identify organisational risks, opportunities and areas for improvement. 
• Work closely with the Head of Development and SMT to contribute to proposal development, programme design and concept note drafting in support of organisational fundraising efforts.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with donors and programme partners throughout the project lifecycle, supporting effective communication, reporting and programme delivery.
• Ensure all aspects of programme design and delivery promote diversity, equity, inclusion and responsible partnership practices.

Civil Society Partnerships and Capacity Strengthening

• Provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s civil society partnership portfolio and approach in two geographic areas.
• Oversee staff responsible for partnership implementation to design, implement and continuously improve partnership and capacity strengthening activities, ensuring they have the guidance, resources and support required to deliver high-quality work.
• Ensure partnership activities are aligned with programme objectives, organisational strategy and donor commitments.
• Contribute to the development of organisational methodologies, learning and good practice relating to partnership working and capacity strengthening.

People Leadership

• Lead, support and develop a high-performing, inclusive and collaborative team culture.
• Provide ongoing management, coaching and mentoring to direct reports, including through annual performance reviews and regular development conversations.
• Support staff wellbeing and duty of care, ensuring teams have access to appropriate support and resources.
• Work with managers and staff to identify and facilitate learning and professional development opportunities.

Financial Management

• Oversee programme budgets and spending strategies, ensuring resources are managed effectively and in line with organisational priorities.
• Monitor programme expenditure and forecasts, ensuring appropriate financial oversight and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with organisational financial procedures, procurement requirements and donor regulations.
• Support the development of programme budgets for new funding proposals and organisational planning processes.

Security, Risk and Compliance

• Contribute actively to organisational security and risk management processes.
• Ensure programme activities are delivered in accordance with organisational policies, security procedures and compliance requirements.
• Support teams to identify, assess and manage operational, programmatic and security risks.
• Maintain oversight of security considerations affecting staff, investigators, partners and programme participants.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness, responsible decision-making and proactive risk management.
• Ensure the safety and quality of operational practices, including data collection, information management, secure data storage and transfer.

Skills, Experience and Characteristics

Essential

• Professional writing and speaking in either English or French, with at least effective operational efficiency in the other language (B2 or above).
• Experience managing teams or individuals across multiple international locations
• An understanding of risk management methodologies and experience applying them
• An understanding of human rights and a strong belief in their indivisibility and interdependence
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and requirements.
• Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Preferred

• Experience with human rights research, investigations or legal cases
• Experience with filming or documentary making
• Strong technology / IT skills and/or aptitude
• Experience with fundraising or confidence in public speaking and presenting

Application Process & Timeline

• Please submit your CV (maximum two pages) and a cover letter (maximum 400 words) describing your suitability for this position.
• Applications will close on Tuesday 7th July
• Interviews will be conducted remotely.
• We intend to complete the recruitment process by 31st July
• The successful candidate should be available to start work on Tuesday 1st September.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in the human rights sector and we are committed to doing what we can to correct this. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities that we serve. Therefore, we are particularly keen to receive applications from people who identify with minority and/or underrepresented groups (whether on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status). We also value diversity in terms of personal and professional experience; believing that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create stronger and more creative working environments.