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The People Team at ARUK is undergoing a transformation that will position it brilliantly to enable the successful delivery of the organisation’s strategy. The purpose of the People Team in delivering the organisations goals is to empower our colleagues to thrive by shaping exceptional experiences and culture that unlocks their potential — so ARUK can realise its vision of a world free from the fear, harm and heartbreak of dementia. This role will work closely with the Director of People to develop the people and culture strategy and contribute to the strategic development and effectiveness of the organisation.

This role will act as a strategic partner in building organisational capability as we grow our income, strengthening leadership excellence, and embedding a high-performance, high-accountability culture. You will design and deliver scalable learning, leadership, and change initiatives that accelerate business outcomes, support organisational growth and transformation, and develop a strong internal talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

· Using data and insight, create and implement an OD (Organisational Development) and Learning approach aligned to the people strategy and organisational needs to create an inclusive culturally aligned workplace to enable the organisations growth and impact while measuring the effectiveness of OD and learning programs, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

· Develop, pilot and scale initiatives that build cultural competence in change, promote team development and psychological safety and inclusion to align performance to organisational impact that supports a growing and adapting organisation.

· Partner with senior leaders and the People Team to assess current capability, define future needs, and deliver targeted, scalable interventions, including but not limited to talent and performance frameworks and structures to ensure pathways for skills and capability development and a pipeline of talent for the future.

· Working closely with People Partners, to strengthen internal succession pipelines by enabling readiness of future leaders and reducing critical gaps.

· Act as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders at ARUK on team effectiveness and talent development and coach and empower the OD and Learning team to design Agile, impactful and targeted L&D initiatives to build manager and leader capability.

· Conduct a deep discovery and comprehensive review of all existing L&D, management and leadership, and onboarding programmes, assessing effectiveness, adoption, and organisational impact, and streamline and develop a cohesive inclusive and organisationally aligned offer.

· Ensure effective and efficient delivery of the mandatory and core learning offer

· Ensure effective investment and measurable ROI for the learning and development budget.

· Provide organisational effectiveness expertise to co-create business and people strategies in partnership with leaders and People Partners embedding ARUK values and ways of working into effectiveness and capability-building strategies.

Knowledge, skills and experience needed:

· Deep experience of designing and implementing OD/L&D/Enablement strategies that align with organisational goals and deliver impact.

· Experience in developing inclusive OD programmes and initiatives that build an impactful and resilient organisation.

· Experience building strong business cases and measuring the effectiveness and impact of programmes and initiatives on organisational and people performance and outcomes.

· Experience of using design thinking to design, test, scale and deliver impactful capability building initiatives.

· Demonstrated success in leading and implementing complex, human-centred organisational change initiatives.

· Knowledge and experience of using Appreciative Inquiry as an approach to deliver change and development.

· Exceptional consulting and stakeholder management skills to build trusting relationships and partner with and influence leaders to drive change and measurable results. 

· Trained and qualified Coach, having received a Postgraduate Diploma or higher in coaching.

· Appropriate qualification or demonstrable experience in Organisational Development, Organisational Psychology, or a related field.

· Ability to deeply understand business objectives and translate organisational goals into talent capability strategies.

· A highly effective coach and trusted advisor with exceptional emotional intelligence and the ability to influence all levels within an organisation.

· Excellent data analysis and insight skills, able to analyse workforce and cultural data to inform OD programme design and prove the measurable ROI of change and learning initiatives.

Additional Information:

Ways of working:

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

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

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

Salary: Circa £63,000 per annum, plus benefits.

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

The closing date for applications is the 19th April 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

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

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

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

About Kinship

We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to. 

Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.

About the role

The Research Officer supports Kinship in building a strong and coordinated evidence base about kinship families, and ensures our influencing work is grounded in real experience.

The role supports the design, delivery and communication of high-quality research, insights and evaluation that shapes policy, practice and service development. It also supports the coordination and operational delivery of research and practice activity, helping ensure projects, networks and events run effectively and that insights are shared across the organisation and the wider sector.

They will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including Policy, Programmes, Peer Support and Communications. It will ensure that research and insight are gathered and used consistently and that the experiences of kinship carers, particularly those from underserved communities, are central to our work. This role could be hybrid or remote.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and deliver qualitative and quantitative research that improves understanding of kinship families’ needs, experiences and outcomes.

• Lead data collection through surveys, interviews, focus groups and desk research.

• Carry out analysis using suitable methods to produce accurate and meaningful insight.

• Ensure research reflects the diversity of kinship carers, including carers from ethnic minority communities, mixed heritage families, informal kinship carers and carers experiencing additional barriers.

• Maintain strong ethical standards and follow GDPR requirements.

• Developing and supporting participatory research methods with carers, children and young people.

• Support evaluation of Kinship services including peer support, training and digital programmes.

• Develop tools and approaches that help gather feedback and evidence of outcomes.

• Analyse programme data to highlight trends, gaps and opportunities.

• Provide evidence that strengthens Kinship policy positions and external influencing activity.

• Contribute data and insight to briefings, consultation responses and reports.

• Support opportunities for kinship carers to participate in research in a respectful and inclusive way.

• Manage the Kinship Professionals’ Network and the Kinship Care Researchers’ Network, working with the Practice Lead to plan and schedule meetings, coordinate agendas, record and minute meetings and share insights across the organisation. 

• Support the planning and delivery of research and practice events, from consultations to knowledge exchange events.

Essential requirements include:

• Experience completing mixed methods research including design, fieldwork, analysis and reporting.

• Experience working in a research, evaluation or insight role in a charity, academic or public sector setting.

• Experience producing accessible research outputs for different audiences.

• Experience engaging with underrepresented communities and understanding barriers to participation.

• Experience of kinship care or social care research in the UK or comparable settings

• Excellent project management skills with an ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with experience of R or equivalent statistical languages.

What we offer you:

• Flexible working - we understand how important it is to balance family and work life.
• ​30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (1 April to 31 March) pro rata (3 to be taken at Christmas shutdown)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential advice line and counselling)
• Charity Worker Discounts.

Key dates:

• Application deadline: 11.59pm on Sunday 19 April 2026
• First interview: w/c 27 April 2026 (online)
• Second interview: w/c 4 May 2026 (if required)

How to apply:

Please apply for the role of Research Officer by sending a CV (max 2 pages) and cover letter (max 1 page). The deadline is 11.59pm on Sunday 19 April 2026. Any applications arriving after the closing date will not be considered for shortlisting unless there are exceptional reasons. Please ensure you have read the application timelines.

Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.  We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams.  We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work.   We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us. 

Working as part of the Operations Team you will provide administration assistance to ensure the effective functioning of the Service and also assist with data entry responsibilities. You will also be expected to undertake reception duties when required, helping to welcome clients into our offices.

The role is varied and covers many different aspects of maintaining the organisation and facilities including trouble shooting and being reactive to colleague’s immediate needs.

If you are friendly, well organised and have an eye for detail then this role may interest you. You will need similar experience in a customer facing or administration assistant role in either paid or voluntary and a commitment to work within the aims, principles and policies of the Citizens Advice Service.

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience in providing customer services and administration   assistance
• Excellent verbal communication skills including telephone skills.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good IT skills, including MS word, email and the internet.
• An understanding of and commitment to the Aims and Principles of the Citizens Advice service including the service’s Equal Opportunities policies.

The post holder will be required to work across all our offices in the borough according to operational needs.

Closing date: 9.00am Tuesday 21 April 2026

Interviews: Friday 24 April 2026

The Enterprise Solution Architect provides strategic architectural leadership across the NCIs' technology and data enterprise landscape. You will shape and govern end-to-end solution architecture covering major applications, data, integrations, AI enabled capabilities and business platforms.

The role has authority to define and assure solution architectures for major initiatives and to challenge designs that do not align with agreed enterprise standards.

This role blends deep expertise in application and data architecture, systems integration, Azure and other cloud platforms, and enterprise-wide solution design, with significant architectural leadership across large transformation programmes. You will define target architectures, provide technical direction, create solution designs, and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

The role spans major digital transformation initiatives, data platform development, enterprise system replacement (including ERP), cloud modernisation and cross system integration. You will ensure solutions are secure, scalable, aligned to the Technology and Data strategy and delivered using best practice architectural principles.

What Success Looks Like:
* A coherent, scalable and secure enterprise architecture aligned with NCI strategies.
* Integrated, secure, cloud first systems, and enabling reliable and efficient data and process flow across platforms, and across the organisation.
* Strong architectural leadership across digital transformation, data and AI programmes.
* Clear adoption of architecture standards, models and reference designs across projects.
* High quality documentation enabling transparency, comprehension and continuity.
* Stakeholders across the NCIs consistently view architecture as an enabler of effective delivery.

Purpose of the Role:

The Senior Research, Policy and Influencing Manager will play a pivotal role in driving Cerebra’s mission to influence national and local policy and practice. You will lead on the translation of research into actionable policy recommendations, develop strategic partnerships, advocate for systemic change and influence, persuade and engage with policy makers to improve outcomes for children with neurological conditions and their families. Alongside this you will work with the Research and Information team on Cerebra’s research contracts and the development and dissemination of information.

This is a senior role requiring strategic vision, strong analytical and communication skills, and an ability to build influence across government, academia, and the third sector.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

1. Policy and Influencing  

• Identify opportunities to influence national and local policy agendas, including legislation, guidance, and funding priorities related to childhood disability and neurological conditions.
• Develop accessible and compelling policy briefings, consultation responses, reports, speeches, and presentations for a range of stakeholders, including MPs, government officials, sector partners and the public.
• Monitor policy developments across the neuro-diverse landscape and lead on timely, evidence-led responses.
• Analyse data, trends and policy developments to produce insights and recommendations.
• Translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive communications that support positive change.
• Ensure our policy positions reflect the real experiences and insights of the neuro-diverse children and families we support.
• Develop and deliver Cerebra’s policy and influencing strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and research priorities.
• Develop and deliver influencing campaigns in partnership with Communications team.
• Work closely with the Communications Team by contributing to the drafting of responses to media enquiries on our policy and influencing work and act as the media contact if required.
• Liaise with the Legal Rights Team to assess the impact of current or proposed policies in terms of their actual or potential effects on children with neurological conditions at both national and local levels, and for their input into consultation responses.

2. Engagement and Relationship Building

• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with decision-makers across government departments, policymakers, NHS bodies, local authorities, professional associations, and sector partners.
• Represent Cerebra at meetings and events, including engaging with MPs, civil servants, policy forums, advisory groups, and cross-sector coalitions and other key influencers, or brief the CEO or Directors if attending.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure our policy and influencing work is grounded in practice and informed by those delivering services.
• Work closely with the Communications Team to ensure consistent, impactful messaging.

3. Research and Information

• With one of our Lead Research Officers leading, you will oversee the tendering process and delivery of our research contracts.
• Working with our Information Development Officer to ensure that we maintain our PIF Tick accreditation for our information resources.
• Carry out high-quality research and analysis.
• Use findings from Cerebra-funded and external research to produce policy briefs, consultation responses, and evidence-based recommendations.
• Alongside our Lead Research Officers carry out horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in child health, neurodiversity, and public service delivery.

4. Budgeting, monitoring and forecasting

• Working with the team and Director to set income and expenditure budgets for Corporate, Philanthropy, Legacy and Trust & Foundations to assist with any funding applications.
• Monitoring and reporting on income and expenditure and KPIs throughout the year.
• Providing quarterly income and expenditure re-forecasts.
• Ensuring all relevant information is recorded in line with charity, fundraising and data legislation and best practice.

5. Line Management

• Line management responsibilities for a small team, currently comprising of 3 staff.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the team.
• Complete regular supervision and team meetings.
• Provide effective performance management to the team.
• Promote a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with Cerebra’s values.

6. General

• Monitor and evaluate the impact the areas of work that leading on.
• Support collaboration across the different Cerebra teams.
• Experience using Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems or similar digital tools for recording and tracking work.
• Uphold Cerebra’s Data Protection Policy and all relevant confidentiality and safeguarding policies.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the needs of the team and organisation.

Please see attached job description for person specification.

Job Summary

As the Befriend Project Manager, you will oversee and manage Befriend, which connects local volunteers and people seeking sanctuary.

Befriend fosters wellbeing, social connection, and greater understanding between people from different backgrounds, helping to build stronger, more cohesive communities.

In your role, you will support these befriending partnership and the volunteers involved, ensuring that they are safe, meaningful and enriching for everyone.

 

Salary: £27,604 – 32,001 pro-rata per annum depending on experience

Location: Bristol, UK. Based at the Easton Family Centre, Beaufort St, BS5 0SQ

Hours of Work: 0.4 FTE (15 hours per week). The role will involve some evening working and travel around Bristol. We support flexible working. 

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: Resettlement Manager

Annual Leave: 30 days full time equivalent with 8 days bank holiday

Pension Contribution: Up to 5% matched

Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday 22nd April

Interviews: Wednesday 29th or Thursday 30th April

About Bridges for Communities

Bridges for Communities is a Bristol-based charity building connections between people of different cultures, faiths and backgrounds to create a more cohesive and inclusive city. In a world where misunderstanding and division can lead to isolation and prejudice, we work to bring people together through shared experiences, volunteering and conversation. By fostering understanding and friendship, Bridges helps break down barriers, challenge stereotypes and celebrate the richness of diversity. Our work strengthens communities, promotes respect and belonging, and shows that when we connect across difference, we all benefit.

How to Apply

Click 'Redirect to recruiter'. Please email with your CV and cover letter (maximum 1 page of A4). The cover letter should describe why you are applying for this role and why you are a good fit, including how your skills and experiences fulfill the criteria detailed in the job description. Please include ‘Application for Befriend Project Manager’ in the email subject line. 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Please note, both a CV and a cover letter must be submitted for applications to be considered.

Applications should be sent by 9am Wednesday 22nd April

Bridges supports an inclusive culture and is committed to accessible, safer recruitment. We welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds and those who have developed the skills outlined in the Job Description through formal employment, volunteering, or lived experience.

Role Summary

The Pathways Youth Worker is responsible for supporting young people aged 16–19 who are not in education, employment, or training to move away from harm and progress towards positive, sustainable futures.

They build trusted, consistent relationships with young people facing complex barriers, providing tailored one-to-one support that promotes independence, resilience, and informed decision making. Through skilled assessment, planning, and delivery of targeted interventions, they help young people reduce risk, disengage from harmful lifestyles, and develop the confidence and life skills needed for adulthood.

Working in partnership with families, local services, and professional networks, the Pathways Youth Worker ensures young people receive coordinated, high-quality support that is rooted in safeguarding, youth voice, and strengths-based practice. Their work enables young people to access education, training, or employment and to sustain positive change over time

Role Information

• Location: The Shrewsbury House Youth & Community Centre (The Shewsy), Liverpool, L5 3PE 
• Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 (depending on experience) 
• Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week, including 3 evenings per week) 
• Contract: Permanent 
• Annual Leave: 22 days + bank holidays 
• Benefits: NEST Pension, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Professional Development Opportunities

Key Responsibilities 

1. Engagement, Intervention & Relationship Building 

• Assess individual needs and risks, then design and deliver tailored interventions, both one-to-one and in groups, to support behaviour change and personal progression. 
• Use trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches to build trust and promote positive change 
• Empower young people to set and take ownership of their own goals and progression plans 
• Coach and guide young people in developing life skills, emotional regulation, and positive decision-making, while constructively challenging and supporting them to leave harmful behaviours behind. 
• Maintain comprehensive case management records, documenting interventions, progress, and outcomes for each young person 

2. Pathways, Partnerships & Opportunity Creation 

• Build strong relationships with local employers, training providers, and community organisations to develop pathways into employment, apprenticeships, and further education 
• Work in partnership with schools, colleges, youth offending services, and other agencies 
• Advocate for young people with employers, colleges, and agencies to overcome barriers to engagement 
• Support young people to sustain placements, courses, or employment through ongoing mentoring 
• Track progression destinations and longer-term outcomes 

3. Work Readiness & Life Skills Development 

• Ensure life skills delivery directly supports young people’s readiness for work, training, and independent adulthood, including. 
• Prepare young people for the world of work by developing their CV writing and application skills, equipping them for interviews, and fostering an understanding of workplace expectations and behaviours. 
• Support access to accreditation and recognised qualifications where appropriate 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Maintain clear professional boundaries and work in line with safeguarding, data protection, and information-sharing policies 
• Contribute to risk management and contextual safeguarding discussions where required 
• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment 
• Contribute to wider youth provision where needed 
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of young people, including evening work, with patterns reviewed as engagement becomes established 
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organisational development 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Youth Work or related field 
• Experience working with 16–19-year-olds, particularly those who are NEET or at risk 
• Experience delivering targeted interventions and behaviour change support 
• Strong relationship-building and engagement skills 
• Ability to assess risk and develop intervention plans 
• Experience working in partnership with external agencies 
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries 
• Strong organisational and communication skills 
• Experience managing a caseload and evidencing outcomes 
• Ability to maintain high-quality case notes and monitoring data 
• Confidence working with young people experiencing multiple and complex needs 

Desirable 

• Knowledge of youth justice, exploitation, or contextual safeguarding 
• Experience supporting young people into employment or training 
• Understanding of emotional regulation or trauma-informed practice 
• Knowledge of the local Liverpool context 
• Understanding of employability frameworks, NEET reduction, or transition programmes 
• Experience of delivering group programmes or structured courses 
• Knowledge of benefit systems, post-16 pathways, or barriers to participation 

Personal Qualites

• Passionate about improving outcomes for young people 
• Able to challenge and support in equal measure 
• Resilient and calm under pressure 
• Proactive and solutions-focused 
• Committed to The Shewsy value: People matter more than things 
• Able to work independently, using professional judgement while maintaining accountability 

Technology operations enable our mission every day. As Stewardship serves more churches, charities, Christian workers and donors, expectations on our core technology foundations (devices, collaboration tools, identity, and underlying platforms) keep rising. 

The Technology Operations Manager ensures those foundations are reliable, secure and simple to use by leading our End User Computing and Systems Administration teams to resolve issues quickly and keep platforms up to date, secure and reliable. The role strengthens our security posture and resilience by embedding practical controls and disciplined lifecycle management. When technology operations run well, every team can focus on serving the Kingdom - free from technology friction, confident that the systems they rely on will perform. 

Occupational Requirement (OR)

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Lead and Direct Income Generation and Future Fundraising for Swindon Food Collective

The role has key responsibility for all income generation activities at Swindon Food Collective. This includes high-profile networking with local businesses, corporations and the public sector, processing grant applications, growing and managing key corporate partnerships and significantly increasing fundraising activities. This is a senior role and the role-holder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The work involves undertaking frequent travel to local corporations, businesses, and wider public sector stakeholders. 

Role Purpose
To design, deliver and secure a multi-stream recurring income generation strategy, manage charity-wide philanthropy, and strengthen long-term financial resilience.

Key responsibilities

Strategy and planning
• Develop and deliver a 12–24-month income generation plan aligned to SFC priorities and the Trustee Strategy & Fundraising Committee.
• Build a balanced income mix (corporate, philanthropy, trusts, community and digital where appropriate), with clear targets and resource assumptions.
• Produce compelling cases for support and pitch materials tailored to different audiences.

Corporate partnerships and sponsorship
• Identify, cultivate and secure corporate partnerships and sponsorships (including 'charity of the year' and payroll giving where feasible).
• Design partnership packages (benefits, brand alignment, staff engagement, volunteering) and manage delivery and stewardship.
• Work closely with the Brand Ambassador & Events Manager to convert event leads into partnership conversations. 

Philanthropy, major donors and relationship fundraising
• Build and steward relationships with high-value supporters, ensuring excellent donor care and personalised stewardship.
• Manage a prospect pipeline (research, cultivation plans, asks, stewardship and renewals).
• Coordinate CEO and trustee involvement in high-value relationships where appropriate. 

Trusts, foundations and grant fundraising
• Own the trusts and foundations pipeline, from identifying funders to writing compelling bids and submitting applications.
• Coordinate impact evidence and data collection across SFC to strengthen applications and reporting.
• Complete and undertake all funding and grant applications (corporate and public sector) in a timely fashion and ahead of relevant deadlines. Report funding progress to stakeholders. 
• Ensure timely and high-quality funder reporting and relationship management. 

Performance management, systems and compliance
• Manage income forecasting, budgeting and ROI tracking; set and monitor KPIs and provide clear reporting to CEO/Board.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM (or agreed system), ensuring GDPR compliance and strong data quality.
• Ensure fundraising activity aligns with relevant fundraising standards and ethical practice. 

Leadership and organisational contribution
• Senior Leadership Team member: contribute to organisational planning, budgeting and risk management.
• Work collaboratively across operations and volunteering functions to ensure fundraising promises align with delivery capability and safeguarding requirements.
• Coach and support colleagues and volunteers who contribute to income generation activity. 
• Other tasks as relevant / determined by the CEO. 
 

This role will support the work of the World Obesity Federation in its role leading dissemination activities under a specific research consortium project; alongside support for intersecting areas of work across the WOF portfolio. Key activities will include: Developing content for website and social media from scientific outputs; using a media monitoring tool to gather relevant data and insights to support dissemination; and co-ordinating planning for webinar and event hosting and project participation at wider events. The role will liaise with cross-team colleagues to identify relevant dissemination opportunities, and support article formatting and submissions, alongside regularly engaging with project teams and wider stakeholders as relevant, and developing project reports. Additionally the role will support engagement of people with lived experience as part of project and wider activities. 

Can you help support new dads when it really matters?

We’re looking for a Dad Matters Coordinator to help us reach more families across Brent. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who understands the emotional ups and downs of becoming a dad and wants to support fathers at a crucial point in their parenting journey.

New dads can face real mental health challenges — often quietly. In this role, you’ll help dads feel listened to, supported and confident, strengthening attachment and helping them access the right support.

What you’ll be doing

• Offering coaching and advice to new dads and dads-to-be

• Having honest conversations about mental health, bonding and wellbeing

• Getting out into the community, approaching dads and building trust

• Developing and running group sessions and workshops

• Working closely with health professionals and local services so dads are included and supported

• Helping grow and support our Dad Matters volunteers

This is a hands-on, community-based role, so you’ll need to be regularly out and about in Brent, building visibility and relationships.

About you

You don’t need formal qualifications in healthcare or mental health. What matters is that you:

• Understand the mental health challenges new dads can face

• Are confident talking to people and putting them at ease

• Have experience in a community, support or people-facing role

• Can lead groups, deliver sessions or training

• Are proactive, approachable and genuinely care about supporting families

Parenting experience and lived experience of key issues are both really valued.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive organisation doing meaningful work, with the chance to shape and grow Dad Matters in Brent and see the impact of your work first-hand.

Not sure if it’s for you?
We’d still love to hear from you — get in touch for an informal chat

Note: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 due to the nature of our work

The Talent Set are partnering with a leading health charity to recruit a Prospect Research Manager to play a pivotal role in driving income growth across high-value fundraising. Sitting within a dynamic relationship development team, this role will be central to building robust pipelines and unlocking new opportunities across philanthropy and partnerships.
The successful candidate will lead on delivering high-quality, insight-led research to support fundraising strategy and decision-making. Working closely with senior stakeholders and philanthropy colleagues, they will help identify and prioritise prospects, inform cultivation strategies, and strengthen pipeline management.
This is a highly collaborative role, combining research expertise, stakeholder engagement and strategic influence.

Key duties include:

• Identify, research and profile high-value prospects across multiple income streams
• Deliver detailed briefings and insight to support senior leadership, trustees and fundraising teams
• Support and help lead portfolio and pipeline review processes
• Contribute to the development and delivery of prospect management strategy
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, influencing decision-making through insight
• Lead on research projects aligned to strategic priorities and high-value opportunities
• Ensure best practice in due diligence, GDPR and ethical fundraising
• Champion effective use of CRM systems to strengthen prospect tracking and reporting
• Monitor sector trends and identify new tools, approaches and opportunities to enhance research capability

About you:

• Proven experience in prospect research within a fundraising environment
• Strong track record of supporting high-value fundraising, including six-figure+ prospects
• Experience working in complex organisations with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent research, analytical and writing skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to influence and engage senior stakeholders
• Strong understanding of CRM systems and prospect management processes
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Passionate about using insight to drive strategic fundraising growth

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

The Talent Set are excited to partner with an ambitious health charity to recruit a Head of Community & Events Fundraising, operating at the heart of an evolving and high-performing fundraising function. With a growing portfolio and a strong foundation, this is an opportunity to shape the future of community and events fundraising and deliver significant income growth.
This role will lead the strategy and delivery of a diverse portfolio of challenge events, mass participation products and community fundraising activity, inspiring a high performing team and driving innovation across the mass participation portfolio.

Key duties include:

• Lead the development and delivery of the community and events fundraising strategy
• Drive income growth across a diverse portfolio of events and community products
• Inspire, lead and develop a high-performing team, embedding a positive and collaborative culture
• Oversee planning, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring strong financial performance and ROI
• Develop and evolve supporter journeys to deliver outstanding stewardship experiences
• Identify and launch new fundraising products using data and audience insight
• Monitor performance, analyse trends and optimise activity to maximise results
• Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated, supporter-led campaigns
• Act as a key member of the fundraising leadership team, contributing to wider strategy

About you:

• Significant experience leading community and/or events fundraising programmes
• Proven track record of delivering income growth and managing substantial budgets
• Strong leadership skills, with experience building and developing high-performing teams
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate insight into action
• Commercially minded, with experience developing new fundraising products
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Passionate about delivering exceptional supporter experiences

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

The Talent Set are partnering with an ambitious health charity to recruit a Senior Legacy Manager at a pivotal period of investment & growth. With bold ambitions to double income over the next five years, legacy giving will play a critical role in delivering long-term, sustainable growth.
The Senior Legacy Manager will lead the strategic development and delivery of a high-performing legacy programme, overseeing supporter acquisition, engagement and stewardship across the full legacy journey.
 

Key duties include:

• Set and deliver the long-term strategy for legacy fundraising in line with organisational growth plans
• Lead and develop multi-channel legacy marketing campaigns and supporter journeys
• Drive acquisition, engagement and stewardship of legacy supporters to grow future income
• Manage budgets, forecasts and reporting, ensuring strong ROI and performance against targets
• Analyse market trends and performance data to identify new opportunities and optimise strategy
• Line manage and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture
• Work closely with internal teams (fundraising, marketing, data and supporter care) to deliver integrated campaigns
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to embed legacy giving across the organisation
• Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high-quality activity

About you

• Proven experience leading a successful legacy fundraising programme
• Strong track record of developing and delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and reporting on income performance
• Confident leader with experience managing and developing teams
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data and insight to inform strategy
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about delivering long-term impact through legacy giving

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.