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 Harris Hill is delighted to be recruiting a Head of Commercial on behalf of a well-established professional membership organisation.

This is a newly created senior role with responsibility for driving commercial performance, strengthening financial sustainability, and identifying opportunities for growth across a diverse portfolio of products and services, including events, training and publications.

Working closely with senior leaders, you will develop and oversee commercial models, monitor financial performance, utilise data and market insight to inform decision-making, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About You

You will have:

• Significant experience in a commercial, business performance or operational leadership role.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Experience developing and improving income-generating products or services.
• Excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• A track record of using data to drive performance and growth.
• Experience leading and developing teams.

Experience within a membership, training, events, publishing or professional services environment would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a purpose-led organisation, shaping commercial strategy and supporting long-term growth.

Please submit your CV to be considered for this opportunity and to receive further information.

Due to the volume of interest, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 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.

Community Fundraiser

The Gurkha Welfare Trust | Salisbury | £26,500 - £31,500 | Maternity Cover

A varied, people-facing community fundraising role at a cause that genuinely matters, ideal for someone earlier in their fundraising career who wants real responsibility from day one.

The Gurkha Welfare Trust has supported Gurkha veterans and their families in Nepal for nearly 60 years. Gurkhas have served in the British Army for more than 200 years as soldiers of extraordinary courage, loyalty, and bravery. When their service ends, we make sure they are not forgotten. We deliver financial aid, medical support, clean water, education and housing through 21 Area Welfare Centres in Nepal and India, supported by a passionate UK fundraising team based in Salisbury.

The opportunity

This is a brilliant role for someone who thrives on variety. You will be at the heart of the Trust's community fundraising programme, supporting individuals and groups raising money on our behalf, managing our presence at events like Armed Forces Day and country shows, coordinating volunteers, and helping to grow a programme that is actively expanding its national reach.

It is a fixed-term maternity cover role of at least one year, with the option to extend. The team is experienced, ambitious and supportive and this is an exciting time to be joining, with a new strategy driving real growth.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting community fundraisers - individuals, groups and volunteers - with materials, guidance and stewardship
• Managing the Trust's attendance at appropriate third-party events including Armed Forces Day and country shows engaging with supporters
• Recruiting and coordinating volunteers, helping them champion the Trust in their local communities
• Working with the Communications team to promote community fundraising across digital and social channels
• Monitoring income, reporting on KPIs, and analysing fundraising activity against budget to improve results
• Helping to develop new initiatives and set up accessible sign-up processes

What we're looking for

• Excellent communication skills; warm, confident and clear, whether on the phone, in writing or face to face
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities without dropping the ball
• A proactive, can-do attitude and genuine enjoyment of working with people
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends for events (TOIL provided)
• Full UK driving licence
• Proficient in IT, particularly Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience in the charity sector or in community/event fundraising is desirable

What's on offer

• £26,500 - £31,500 depending on experience
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working from our Salisbury office
• TOIL for additional hours worked at events
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and free on-site parking

Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire (hybrid)

Salary: £26,500 - £31,500 depending on experience

Contract: Minimum 1-year fixed term (maternity cover, option to extend)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (TOIL for evenings/weekends)

Deadline: Midday on Monday, 20 July 2026

Interested? We'd love to hear from you.

Formal application is via CV and supporting statement (max 1 page) outlining why you are interested in this role and how you fit the person specification.

In the first instance, please send your CV to Philippa at Charity People - - if your CV matches what we're looking for we'll be in touch with the full candidate pack and lots more details.

Closing: midday on Monday, 20 July 2026.

We sometimes close roles ahead of the deadline when we find the right person. Don't sit on it, apply early.

Interviews: We will be holding interview as/when suitable applications are received.

A note on AI: we embrace new ways of working, but your application should be authentically yours. Feel free to use AI to organise your thinking if it helps, but we want to hear your voice, your experience, and what genuinely draws you to this role.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

About the role:

This is a chance to help turn potential into possibility for people who have too often been locked out of opportunity.

At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we know that rebuilding a life is about more than housing. It is also about confidence, connection, skills, purpose and access to the right opportunities at the right time. Our Achieving Potential programme supports people across SHP to access learning, volunteering, training, education and employment, and this role will help strengthen and grow that offer so it is more connected, visible and accessible.

As Project Coordinator, you will coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the programme, keeping activity planned, information up to date and communication clear across teams, participants, volunteers and partners. You will help maintain the programme prospectus, manage enquiries, track engagement and outcomes, and support participants to move between opportunities in a way that feels joined up and meaningful. You will also help build relationships with colleges, employers, training providers and community organisations, opening up new routes for people to build skills, confidence and independence.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys making things happen, bringing structure to growing work, and creating the systems and relationships that help good ideas become real, lasting opportunities for people. At SHP, you will be supported to grow in the role through regular supervision, access to learning and development, and opportunities to build your skills in programme coordination, partnership working, impact reporting and inclusive service delivery.

Hybrid working for the role means 3 days in our SHP offices and services with opportunity to work from home around this. 

About you:

• You are a natural organiser who loves turning ideas into clear plans, smooth systems and meaningful activity that people can actually access.
• You build trust easily, bringing warmth, curiosity and respect to your work with clients, colleagues, volunteers and partners.
• You believe people’s futures should not be limited by homelessness, trauma or disadvantage, and you bring creativity and care to helping people move towards their goals.
• You are confident keeping things on track, whether that means managing information, coordinating schedules, communicating clearly or spotting practical ways to improve how things work.

About us:

We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.

In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up. 

We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own. 

Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable. 

We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.

Important info:

Closing date: Sunday 12th July at midnight

Interview date: Wednesday 22nd July at SHP Head Office in Kings Cross

Please note there will be a second stage interview for suitable candidates

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient/without current right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.

Fawcett is recruiting a Campaigns & Content Manager to help shape our campaigns and public-facing content at an important moment for women’s rights.

This is a manager-level role with real responsibility. You will support the development of campaigns aligned to our strategic priorities, create compelling content across channels, and help ensure our public-facing work is clear, engaging and rooted in tackling sexism and misogyny. We are looking for someone with strong content development and digital literacy, a digital-first approach to communications, and the ability to translate feminist, policy or social justice issues into accessible and impactful campaigns and content.

There is real scope for creativity and curiosity in this role. We are a small team, open to new ideas about how to use content and digital engagement to campaign effectively, build momentum and reach new audiences.

We know that women and people from marginalised backgrounds are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. If this role feels like a strong match for your skills and approach, we would encourage you to apply.

CIY Europe is entering an exciting season of growth as our mission across Ireland and Europe takes deeper root in local churches, reaching more young people and those who lead them.As our impact expands, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Fundraising Manager to strengthen and scale our income generation across Ireland, Europe, and the USA.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for shaping and delivering a cohesive fundraising strategy across multiple income streams. The successful candidate will build on existing support while cultivating new partnerships to drive sustainable year-on-year growth. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the Fundraising Manager will oversee and develop income from churches, Christian trusts and foundations, statutory funders, major donors, events, and regular individual giving.

The ideal candidate is someone who actively lives out their faith in Jesus, understands the dynamics of church partnerships and statutory funding environments, and brings proven expertise in both the strategic and operational aspects of fundraising.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in growing a major donor programme that directly supports life-changing eye care services in the Holy Land. You will work closely with the Executive Director, UK (EDUK) and senior leadership, including the CEO and Trustees, to contribute to the long-term sustainability of a respected and impactful international charity.

As part of a small, ambitious and collaborative UK team, you will play a major role in shaping and developing the major donor programme, building meaningful relationships with supporters and seeing the tangible impact of your work on patients and communities.

The St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) is a UK-registered charity delivering expert eye care to the people of the Holy Land, regardless of ethnicity, religion or ability to pay. It operates through two locally-registered charities to provide services in East Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza.

Contract Type: X2 permanent

Assessment Centre: 29th of July in-person

Picture yourself alongside our Outreach and Marketing wizards and our customer service champions. Together, we're on a mission to ensure our young people aren't just safe but also revved up and fully immersed in their journey with us here at The King's Trust.

Could you become their personal champion? Imagine peeling back the layers to discover what's holding them back so that you can unlock their potential for astonishing progress.  Imagine having your own group of young people to support who will turn to you for that one-on-one support, guidance, and maybe just a nudge in the right direction.

Safety always comes first, so keeping a watchful eye on safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection is part of the deal! You’ll be the guiding force that empowers our delivery partners and service providers to reach for the stars.  Together, we will ensure every young person embarks on a remarkable journey, experiencing the extraordinary and achieving the dreams they've aspired to.

You’ll lead personal development sessions that take our foundation programmes to new heights. Whether it's in person or via a virtual session on MS Teams, some of these activities will be in the great outdoors and enjoying our wonderful green spaces. You won’t be sitting behind a screen every day, there will be some travel required to relevant local areas to support the delivery of these exciting programmes as well as programme visits.  However, it’s not all fun and games, keeping things on point means meticulously recording info and data about our young superstars, volunteers, or partners. It's all about making sure every step of their journey aligns perfectly with our funding contracts.

At The Trust, we're strong advocates for fostering an inclusive workplace where everybody feels seen, and it would be fantastic if you share that passion too.  Your mission? Making a positive impact by implementing a local action plan that harmonises with our big-picture EDI goals.

Be prepared for anything and everything. Alongside all these exciting responsibilities, you might even find yourself wearing different hats and stepping up when needed.

Ready to bring your A-game? Let's make every day count and create a brighter future for our young people of the future!

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Youth Development Leads? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home. 
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

We are looking for a proactive self-starter to sit within a high-performing team working to raise awareness of SSAFA’s support in the South West Region of England to those in the Armed Forces Community who need it most.

With the ultimate objective being to grow SSAFA’s presence, profile, and identity, the role is responsible for all marcomms activation in the region. The role holder will work to deliver the central Fundraising, Marketing & Communications strategy.

This role reports to the Head of Communications with close alignment with colleagues across the marcomms directorate. The marcomms manager will be responsible for managing marketing campaigns in the South West Region of England and promoting SSAFA’s fundraising initiatives and services. You’ll identify the areas of greatest impact and cut through, deliver integrated awareness campaigns and secure media coverage of fundraising events. Crucially, you’ll be able to identify stories which resonate with our target audience and write calls to action.

With a heavy focus on media and PR activity, key to the role is building strong relationships and contacts with relevant stakeholders in your region including media representatives, employees, volunteers, and case study beneficiaries.

About the team

The Communications team is a small but dynamic group of individuals with strong skillsets across Public Relations, Storytelling (case studies) and Internal Communications. The team is a mix of ex-forces and civilians, and they are always sharing knowledge and expertise with each other.

You will work closely across all directorates within SSAFA, with a focus in South West, to garner information and create compelling marcomms campaigns and activities to raise awareness of SSAFA’s work.

About you

You will be a highly motivated and creative communicator with a proven track record of delivering impactful PR and marketing campaigns. As a natural storyteller with strong media instincts, you will excel at securing high-profile coverage and elevating our brand presence. You will be a confident relationship builder, skilled at engaging stakeholders across the region, from media contacts to volunteers and case study beneficiaries. You will also be able to work independently while staying closely aligned with teams across fundraising and communications, demonstrating proactivity and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

About SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. SSAFA, is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need; last year our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people in need, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person and their family – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA

SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

Closing date: Midnight on Monday 15 July 2025.

Interviews: TBC

Role Purpose

To provide administrative support for the People and Culture team ensuring efficient and effective HR and volunteer processes from onboarding right through to exit. This role requires excellent internal customer service skills and a willingness to help, support and find answers to staff and volunteer queries and questions.

Main Responsibilities

·  To provide administrative support to the People and Culture Team in the recruitment of staff and volunteers.

· To assist with the onboarding of staff and volunteers.

· To carry out routine and ad hoc administrative duties to support HR and volunteer processes.

· To issue letters and documentation to staff and volunteers, ensuring copies are filed in relevant online files.

· To update HR and volunteer systems ensuring data is accurate and up to date

· To assist in monitoring and updating HR and volunteer records such as training, DBS checks or health and safety.

· To monitor HR and volunteer e-mail in-boxes and calendars responding to queries where relevant and sending meeting invites where necessary.

· To run reports from HR/volunteers systems as and when required.

· To attend HR/volunteer meetings as and when required which may include occasional out of hours work for volunteer training sessions or social events.

· To be pro-active and responsive to volunteer and staff queries.

· To carry out any other reasonable tasks as discussed and agreed with your line manager.

Person Specification

Essential

· Located within commutable distance from our office in central Gloucester.

· A team player who works flexibly to meet the needs of the organisation.

· Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work quickly and accurately with data.

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

· Strong IT skills.

· Ability to use own initiative.

Desirable

· Driver, with access to own vehicle.

· Previous experience of working in a charity or HR.

We are willing to consider full or part-time working for this role.

Benefits

· 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable) with increase for long service.

· TOIL for our hours work.

· Contributory pension scheme.

· Company sick pay.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Life assurance.

· Training loans.

· Enhanced family friendly policies.

Recruitment Timetable

Application deadline: 12th July 2026 at midnight

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.

We are currently looking for a Executive Office Assistant to join our Executive Office team on a full time permanent contract.

The Executive Office Assistant provides high-level, proactive administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer and the wider Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Operating at the heart of the Southbank Centre, this role requires exceptional discretion, sophisticated communication skills, and the ability to navigate a complex, high-profile environment with professional poise.

Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.

The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.

We endeavour to keep job adverts open for at least two weeks for prospective applicants to apply. However, if we receive a high volume of applications for a role, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible to ensure consideration for shortlisting.

Please note, applications sent via Email or 3rd party agencies will not be considered.

Need reasonable adjustments? Please contact us so we can help make the application process accessible to you. Be sure to include the job you are applying for and your full name.

Key Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the Head of the CEO’s Office, provide diary management for the CEO, ensuring time is prioritised effectively against organisational objectives. 
• In collaboration with the EA to the COO and Board, provide administrative and scheduling assistance to the Chief Operating Officer, Finance Director, and the Board of Governors as required and directed. 
• Coordinate comprehensive end-to-end travel arrangements for the CEO and COO. This includes the preparation of itineraries, visa applications, and the collation of detailed briefing documents and meeting agendas. 
• Act as the primary point of contact for the Executive Office; meet and greet visitors with professionalism and manage catering requirements. 
• Assist in the delivery of internal and external Executive Office events, managing venue protocols, catering, technical production, and on-site logistics.

Skills & Experience

• Highly organised, with the ability to create and maintain effective administrative procedures and systems. 
• Is a team worker and is able to communicate effectively and establish good working relationships with people at all levels, and is confident when dealing with challenging and sometimes conflicting priorities. 
• Demonstrable interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy. 
• Takes a problem-solving approach and uses their initiative to make things happen. 
• Proactive, motivated and able to be flexible and responsive to different situations and contexts.

Administrative Assistant

Fixed-Term Contract: 6 Months (Maternity Cover)
Full-Time Position

About the Role

Rooted Finance is seeking a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to join our Operations Team on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our day-to-day operations. Working as part of a small and collaborative team, you will provide essential administrative support to the CEO, Board of Trustees, management team and wider organisation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating meetings, managing diaries, preparing documents, taking minutes, maintaining records, supporting recruitment and onboarding processes, assisting with financial administration and helping to ensure effective office operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior leaders, including diary management, meeting coordination, agenda preparation and minute taking.
• Support the smooth running of organisational operations, including document management, filing systems, internal communications and office administration.
• Assist with recruitment administration, onboarding and maintaining accurate records.
• Support financial administration, including invoices, expenses, and reporting.
• Maintain office supplies, equipment and operational systems.
• Support compliance, audits, technology management, and the improvement of internal processes.
• Provide general operational support to managers and project teams as required.

About You

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and proactive, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will have strong communication skills, a professional approach and the confidence to work independently while contributing positively to a small and busy team.

This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their administrative and operational experience within the charity sector while making a meaningful contribution to Rooted Finance’s work.

For full details about the role, responsibilities, and application process, please refer to the full Job Pack.

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in local communities and shaping impactful, place-based giving?  This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the future of a grant-making family charity, driving a new strategic direction and building strong relationships that deliver lasting positive impact.

About us

The Duke of Devonshire’s Charitable Trust (DDCT) was created in 1949, and acts as a grant-making family charity providing assistance to charitable causes in Derbyshire, and close to Bolton Abbey in North Yorkshire, at Eastbourne in Sussex and at Lismore in Ireland as well as occasionally further afield in the UK.

The DDCT sits within the broader Devonshire Group structure, and benefits from shared expertise and resources, helping to support the effective delivery of its grant-making and wider activities.

About the role

As Grants Engagement Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the Trust, ensuring that grants are effectively managed from initial contact through to award and evaluation. You will work closely with Trustees, preparing papers for meetings, providing updates, and supporting informed decision-making. A key part of the role will involve building and nurturing relationships with a wide range of partners, from community groups to charities and other stakeholders, acting as a trusted and supportive point of contact.

You will take a proactive approach to identifying new opportunities, researching potential partners and developing a strong pipeline of projects aligned to the Trust’s priorities. Through early conversations and ongoing collaboration, you will help shape ideas into deliverable projects, offering guidance and working in partnership to co-design initiatives that can deliver meaningful impact. You will also maintain contact with funded projects, to ensure they are supported and to measure and report on outcomes, helping to build a clear picture of the Trust’s impact and ensuring maximum effectiveness.

Alongside this, you will play a central role in ensuring the Trust operates to a high standard of governance and best practice. This includes keeping processes under review, supporting due diligence and risk management, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the evolving grant-making landscape. You will also contribute to raising the profile of the Trust, both within the wider organisation and in local communities, acting as an ambassador for its work alongside trustees.

Hours

This is a permanent, part-time role working 2 days per week. We offer flexibility in how these hours are worked to support a positive work–life balance; however, there will be a need to align working days with key Trust activities, including trustee meetings and stakeholder engagement.

Occasional evening and weekend work will be required, for example to attend community events or meetings.

Given the nature of the role, some flexibility around working patterns and availability will be important, along with a willingness to travel within Derbyshire and occasionally further afield as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who combines strong organisational skills with excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. You will be comfortable working with a wide range of people, able to interpret complex information including financial details, and confident managing multiple priorities in a busy environment. Experience in grant-making, philanthropy, or a related field is important, alongside an understanding of charity governance and a genuine interest in supporting communities to thrive.

Knowledge of the Derbyshire landscape and its opportunities and challenges would be particularly valuable.

This role would suit a proactive and thoughtful individual who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively, brings creativity and curiosity to their work, and is motivated by the opportunity to shape and grow a charity’s impact.

In return

Our core values are Always Improving, Decency, and Being Inclusive. 

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.

 Interviews will take place w/c 10th August 2026.

Please note a DBS and background checks will be a requirement for this role.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced Communications and Marketing Manager with excellent organisational
skills to develop, implement and manage effective communication strategies for a charity based in the
healthcare sector, with a national and local reach across the UK and Ireland.

You’ll have demonstrable experience in planning and implementing different communications strategies
across a range of marketing channels to help us grow our organisational profile, uphold our vision
and values, while extending our reach across the sector to support growth and awareness among the
community we support.

As part of the daily management of the charity’s communications and marketing needs, you’ll work with colleagues and volunteers to raise awareness maximise awareness of our support model, support the organisation through attendance of national and local events and be part of a team representing the charity at key exhibitions during the year requiring you to be away overnight for up to 3 or 4 nights at a time (depending upon location) – approximately 3-4 times per year. Further information will be available to candidates taken forward for interview.

You will be integral to our communications and marketing approach, collaborating with colleagues who manage our social media and published communications (e.g. member magazine). Above all you are someone who fosters an organisation wide approach working with, mentoring and supporting colleagues to ensure a planned, structured and collaborative approach to our communications and marketing planning.
The ideal candidate must have a proven track record in managing communications, producing effective content and campaigns across a range of channels (print, digital, online) for at least TWO years, ideally bringing additional experience from within the charity sector.

The role is primarily remote and the successful applicant can work from a location of their choice (subject to representing the charity at key meetings, internal meetings and exhibitions throughout the year). The role holder will make optimum use of video conferencing and online collaboration tools to work as part of a wider communications team so the team feels connected and engaged in its approach.

Interviews will be two-stage for successful candidates. Initial interviews will be held via video conferencing (such as Zoom) with successful candidates going through to a second round. Second round interviews will be face-to-face interview (with advance notice). Successful candidates will, in advance of the second round, be given a short working brief and asked to present their campaign ideas at interview together with past examples of their work.

UK travel within the role is expected with the charity reimbursing reasonable travel costs where agreed up front and on behalf of the charity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, execute and monitor a value-driven, measurable communications and marketing strategy across our print, digital and internal channels in accordance with the direction of the Board
• Demonstrable experience developing, collaborating and managing multi-channel campaigns as part of the overall strategy measuring their effectiveness, adapting to change, where necessary, as part  of the wider communications approach (digital, print)
• Develop engaging, accessible and audience-focused content to build trust and a relationship with  our target audience
• Excellent organisational skills to manage small projects, ensuring timely delivery and execution  supporting risk identification and mitigation
• Upholding brand and culture in everything you do
• Collaborate with colleagues to support organisation and management of charity events
• Oversee the communications and marketing direction of the charity to ensure consistency in approach across all channels
• Build and maintain relationship with journalists and oversee other PR opportunities
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with key individuals, stakeholders, and community voices, building strong working relationships that support authentic storytelling and enhance the charity’s impact
• Ensure all content in accessible, inclusive and aligns to our brand and identity
• Budget management with strong planning to meet upcoming deliverables and identifying areas where  financial savings can be made to maximise charity resources
• Produce meaningful management information at key times
  • Monthly senior management reporting
  • Quarterly Board reporting
  • Annual reports (authoring and collaborating from external sources)

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Experience

• At least two years experience in a Communications/Marketing Management role
• Experience in developing and implementing communications and marketing strategies, ideally within the not-for-profit sector, across a wide range of marketing channels
• PR experience and media liaison
• Communications planning and forward thinking
• Brand management
• Team player/Mentor
• Campaign management to raise the organisational profile and advocate for people 
• Working with third party stakeholders to manage exhibition attendance, organise events and more generally any services provided to/purchased by the charity
• Working with and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships including our trustees, staff, volunteers and external medical professionals
• Demonstrable experience of online and digital marketing platforms to promote the charity, raise awareness and support our target audience
• A strong working knowledge of social media platforms, although we have a dedicated social media manager undertaking the role that you will collaborate with
• Familiarity with UK data protection regulation

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge and experience of SEO
• Budgetary management
• Experience in social media moderation
• Experience in creative tools (Canva, Adobe products) and digital marketing platforms
• Podcasts or similar digital content
• Experience of working on sensitive content
• Experience across the not-for-profit sector
• Ambassador management

SKILLS AND QUALITIES

• Creative, proactive and confident in your approach achieving outcomes in a timely manner and within budget
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build strong working relationships
• Adaptable, flexible and committed to our charitable aims and values
• Strong time management skills

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

To apply, please submit:

1. Your CV (up to 3 pages)
2. A covering letter outlining your suitability to the role (max 500 words)

Interviews will be two-stage for successful candidates. Initial interviews will be held via video  conferencing (such as Zoom) discussing previous experience and role fit with successful candidates  going through to a second round. This includes alignment to IA’s values. Please allow up to 1 hour  for this stage.

Second round interviews are expected to be in in-person in a central location - advance notice will  be given and the charity will reimburse reasonable travel expenses, approved in advance. Successful  candidates will, in advance of the second round, be given a short brief and asked to present their campaign ideas from a charity working example at the interview. This should be available to us at least 48 hours prior to interview to allow us time to review.

Additionally second stage applicants will be asked to provide examples of their own work, at least  48hrs prior to the interview. You should be comfortable sharing past content that you have created  previously which will be treated with the strictest confidence. Please allow up to 1.5 hours for this second stage.

Applications should be submitted via the advertising platform including your CV and covering letter. See attached role profile for recruitment timetable and further details about us/the role, including contact details for an informal chat, if required, before applying. Applicants are encouraged to ensure availability in line with the recruitment timetable in the attached job specification.

While IA recognises the value of AI technology in the current climate, IA reserves the right to  ignore applications where we have reason to believe that they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.

Please let us know if you require any additional support to attend or undertake an interview or if there is anything we should consider as part of the interview process.

In October 2025, St Ann’s Hospice became Moya Cole. Their two hospices in Heald Green and Little Hulton provide person centred care and support to adults affected by life-limiting illnesses. They serve thousands of people every year across Greater Manchester.

Although the hospice has a new name, they deliver the same outstanding care to patients, as well as their loved ones and carers. They believe that everyone deserves to have the best quality of life possible. Their care is innovative and evidence-based, to ensure they are best placed to care for future generations.

The landmark new state-of-the-art hospice in Heald Green opened its doors in May, continuing to provide care for patients in a modern, specialist, fit for purpose building for generations to come.

 “They were wonderful. They were very patient, very kind, explained everything that they were doing, and gave mum lots of advice,” (Daughter of patient Bessie, aged 101)

We are looking for an experienced, ambitious and dedicated Fundraising Manager to lead, inspire and empower the fundraising team. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate leader to make a huge difference. If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As Fundraising Manager you will lead a team of fundraisers, to grow activity across community, corporate, events and philanthropy income streams. The main responsibilities will include:

• Engage, empower and inspire the fundraising team to deliver income to set targets.
• Ensure all activity is compliant and meets fundraising regulations.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation, building strong relationships to maximise opportunities 
• Attend networking events and meetings with potential donors and external stakeholders.
• Manage the budget and maintain accurate records in line with policies and guidelines.

The Person

We are looking for someone with experience in delivering income from a range of income streams, including Philanthropy, Corporate, Community and Events.

As a Fundraising Manager you must be confident and capable of leading the fundraising team. We are looking for a strong decision maker, who can take initiative and work autonomously to achieve ambitious targets.

You must have exceptional communications skills and proven experience of building successful relationships both internally and externally. Your flair, passion and enthusiasm will motivate and inspire those around you.

Please note that the ability to travel independently as required for the role, including cross-site working and attending events.

Why Moya Cole?

Moya Cole is proud to be an accredited Investors in People Platinum employer. They create the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential, with opportunities to develop within a structured development framework. Their culture is one where people feel valued, and collectively contribute to make a difference in the lives of others in a meaningful way.

With the new state-of-the-art hospice in Heald Green opening this May it is a pivotal time to join the team. The new hospice gives opportunity to expand their work, as a centre of training excellence and a hub of innovation. This is an exciting time to collaborate with partners in palliative and end-of-life care across Greater Manchester.

The charity’s benefits include:

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking and discounted meals on site

If this sounds like the opportunity for the next phase of your career, then get in touch! Apply here, or get in contact with Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons for more information.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.