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Against Malaria Foundation (AMF)
Senior Operations Manager
Full time
Job Description
AMF profile
Against Malaria Foundation (AMF) was founded in 2004 and is a charity that fights malaria in a highly effective, accountable and transparent way.
We do this by purchasing and distributing multiple millions of long-lasting insecticide-treated nets (LLINs) at a time in nationwide universal coverage campaigns. This is the most cost-effective way of preventing malaria. AMF receives donations from the public and in the last financial year received US$147 million and, in our history, now over US$820 million. AMF is particularly data-focused and monitors and reports on net use and drives and supports innovation to improve the effectiveness of malaria programmes.
AMF is the world’s third largest funder of nets.
AMF has been rated a top charity for all of the last 16 years by independent charity evaluators GiveWell, Giving What We Can and The Life You Can Save who focus on impact and cost-effectiveness.
We are a team of 15 highly motivated individuals with different skills and experience. Each person has an important role to play. All team members work remotely with constant communication between them. While the team is small, the impact is big - our net distributions protect millions of people. Our largest programme is in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where we are funding 52 million nets to protect 94 million people for distribution during 2025 to 2027. We have ongoing multi-million net programmes in other countries including Chad, Guinea, Nigeria, South Sudan, Togo, Uganda and Zambia.
Role Description
Our activities and commitments are steadily increasing, and 2026-2029 is expected to be a very busy period of distributions, with over ~70m nets planned for distribution in 2026 alone. In light of this, AMF is recruiting a Senior Operations Manager to join the operations team and play an important role in ensuring the success of the net distributions. We are looking for someone who has strong interpersonal and intellectual skills who is able to work collaboratively. The ideal candidate will be comfortable taking on significant responsibility by leading on several of AMF’s programmes.
The role will include involvement in all stages of a distribution campaign (pre-agreement, net procurement, post-agreement, during distribution, and post distribution) across two main areas:
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Work with National Malaria Control Programmes (NMCPs) and distribution partners
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Work with AMF’s independent monitoring partners
Further information
The Senior Operations Manager will lead on several of AMF’s programmes. They will work closely with NMCPs and distribution partners, in country partners, AMF independent monitors, cofunding partners, the AMF Operations and Technology teams to ensure the success of AMF distributions.
More specifically, they will manage the distributions through the following stages
1. Pre agreement
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Establishing the funding gap
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Establishing the net need, malaria burden, insecticide resistance data
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Working with the Ministry of Health to negotiate and put in place an agreement for the programme
2. Net procurement
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Working with AMF’s procurement lead to order nets in time for the distribution
3. Post-agreement
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After signature of the agreement, working with countries and distribution partners to put in place the plans for key elements, in particular
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Digital data collection
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5% verification
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Net tracking
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Tender for and select an independent partner for distribution monitoring, and work closely with this partner that will be AMF’s eyes and ears in country
4. During the distribution
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Track information coming from all partners
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Analyse with the support of AMF’s analytics team registration and distribution data and take actions if needed
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Account for all AMF nets
5. Post distribution
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Tender for and select an independent partner for post distribution monitoring, and work closely with this partner to carry out surveys at 0, 9, 18 and 27 months post-distribution
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Share results with in-country partners and encourage appropriate actions to be taken
Through these stages, it will be important to maintain strong relationships with the key partners, notably the National Malaria Control Programmes, distribution partners and cofunding partners to ensure that distributions are carried out according to the agreements signed between the Ministry of Health and AMF.
These relationships will ensure that solutions can be found constructively to issues that arise during implementation of AMF’s programmes.
Aside from the areas above, there will be other work related to AMF Group Operations, dependent on the candidate’s skill set.
Characteristics of the successful candidate
We are looking for someone who has strong interpersonal and intellectual skills, who works collaboratively in a team and relishes responsibility and the opportunity to learn and develop their abilities. The ideal candidate will be motivated to help improve the lives of those affected by the wider impacts of malaria.
Required
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Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong working relationships
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Strong analytical skills and be able to use Excel confidently
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A self-starter who is highly organised with the ability to work independently and manage working time effectively
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Strong project management skills and comfort handling meetings with senior staff
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Comfort in dealing with and learning about financial matters, willing to examine budgets in detail
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At least four years work experience. The skills and potential of the candidate take priority over prior experience and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
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An interest in driving down malaria rates through procedure changes and the use of technology
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Fluent English
Of interest (but not required)
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French language ability
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Experience working on projects based in Africa or in international development
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Malaria knowledge or background in malaria prevention or other global health campaigns
Other role details
Reporting to: Operations Director
Location: Remote working within Africa/UK/Europe time zones (all the AMF team work remotely), with a preference for UK based. Please note that applications from outside these time zones will not be reviewed.
The cost of any co-working office space will be covered by AMF. For those living outside London, trips to London during the first three months are encouraged to spend time working with the Operations Director and AMF team.
Initial salary: £50,000 to £60,000
Note: the salary is based on a UK-based person and may be adjusted depending on location
Company contributed pension scheme
25 holiday days per year + bank holidays
This is a full-time role
Travel: travel to Africa will be expected. Trips are planned flexibly in discussion with the team. The number and duration will vary year on year and typically range from 5 to 10 weeks per year.
Applying
Applicants should submit their application at www. againstmalaria. com/hiring/202603/SeniorOps
Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis. The deadline for applications is 10Apr26.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced Project Manager with proven experience in property or estates project management? Have you successfully delivered large-scale installations or fit-out projects?
We’re excited to be recruiting a Property Project Manager to help lead one of the most impactful installation programmes in our Retail division. This fixed‑term role will take a central position in delivering the rollout of vital medical equipment (defibs) across our 670+ BHF retail locations, a project that will directly strengthen the safety and resilience of our shops, customers, volunteers and colleagues.
You’ll combine hands‑on project delivery with strategic oversight, working closely with teams across Retail, Estates and Property, as well as our external partners. Your leadership will ensure installations are delivered smoothly on time and within budget, while keeping disruption to retail operations to a minimum.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high‑profile programme that supports our mission and makes a meaningful difference across our estate.
You’ll deliver a full range of Project Manager services including:
- Managing end-to-end delivery of installations projects, from planning to completion.
- Developing and controlling project budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
- Collaborating with internal teams (Retail, Estates, Facilities, Finance) and external contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Ensuring all works comply with health and safety legislation, building regulations, and BHF policies.
- Identifying and mitigating project risks, resolving issues promptly.
- Providing regular progress reports to senior leadership, including KPIs and strategic alignment.
- Overseeing project documentation and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
About you
We are looking for someone with proven experience in property or estates project management, ideally in a multi-site environment, such as retail. You'll have a demonstrable track record of delivering large-scale installation, fit-out or similar programmes, from planning to completion.
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- A qualification or relevant experience in Project Management, Construction, Surveying or related field, with membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) being desirable.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g. MS Project, Asana).
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of building regulations, lease management, and health & safety compliance.
- Experience delivering large-scale installations or fit-out projects.
- Experience managing budgets and working with multiple stakeholders.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a 10 month fixed-term contract. This role will be home based and there will be some travel to our sites and office locations for meetings as needed.
Belonging at BHF
We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together.
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.
Interview process
There will be a two stage interview process, via MS Teams shortly after the closing date.
Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
Do you have a track record of delivering outstanding fundraising results? Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to develop and lead fundraising campaigns that ultimately help young people succeed? We are looking for a fundraising professional to lead the alumni and fundraising activities at the BRGS Fundraising Trust, a charity connected to Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School.
About Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School is a mixed secondary grammar school and sixth form for 11 to 18 year olds in Waterfoot, Lancashire. We joined Star Academies in 2023 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.
We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.
Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School has a charitable foundation, the BRGS Fundraising Trust, that raises and distributes funding to support Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School pupils. It exists to expand opportunities and improve outcomes for all pupils at the school, with a particular focus on supporting those with additional barriers to success, such as pupils from lower‑income families.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a talented individual to lead the development of fundraising and alumni engagement for the BRGS Fundraising Trust. Your expertise will secure the support of our community to continue to provide an outstanding learning environment for our young people.
The successful candidate will be a proactive leader with strong fundraising knowledge and skills. You will have extensive experience of delivering fundraising projects and campaigns, preferably in education contexts, with proven ability to develop relationships with alumni, parents and other donors.
The successful candidate will be employed by Star Academies and will deliver the fundraising strategy for the school and charity.
You will have:
- A degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience in fundraising through individual giving and major donors.
- Experience cultivating and stewarding major donors and senior stakeholders.
- Understanding of effective fundraising practice and donor stewardship.
- Knowledge of alumni relations and community engagement strategies.
About Star Academies
Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.
Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level.
We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.
Find out more
This role is full time, however we are open to requests for part-time working, with a minimum of 3 days a week.
At least 50% of the role will be on site at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School, with the remaining proportion undertaken remotely if preferred by the postholder.
Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact the school.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Sunday, 12 April 2026 at midnight.
Interview Date: Thursday, 30 April 2026.
Proposed Start Date: Monday, 1 June 2026.
Application Process
To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
Our Commitment
Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.
We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a home-based role, working Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Applications are welcome from candidates based outside Belfast, provided they are resident in Northern Ireland and able to commute to the Belfast office if required.
The External Affairs Manager plays a pivotal role in empowering people with sight loss to live the life they choose. This position leads the development of policy and campaigns within the country, aligning with Guide Dogs’ strategic objectives. Working collaboratively with the central policy, public affairs, and campaigns team, as well as the country leadership team, the role builds strategic partnerships with government bodies, local authorities, societies, and other key organisations. This ensures Guide Dogs remains informed and influential on all policy initiatives affecting the organisation and its stakeholders.
The post holder will be responsible for the day‑to‑day leadership, management and oversight of a team.
The post-holder is responsible for shaping policy positions, drafting responses to consultations from councils, combined authorities, and devolved governments, and driving impactful campaigns at a regional level. A key focus is increasing the involvement of blind and partially sighted people in advocacy and campaigning.
Additionally, the role leads the implementation of Guide Dogs’ regional marketing and communications strategy across the Devolved Nations. This includes raising brand awareness, engaging diverse audiences—service users, families, volunteers, donors, and the public—and delivering integrated communications plans that strengthen Guide Dogs’ presence and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Policy Development
- Lead the creation of country-specific policy and position papers, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy.
- Prepare responses to consultation papers from devolved administrations, local government, and regional bodies.
- Represent Guide Dogs on committees, working groups, and forums, staying informed on policy issues impacting the organisation and its service users.
Public Affairs
- Build and influence relationships with key stakeholders, including elected representatives and senior officials.
- Represent Guide Dogs at Government Scrutiny Committees and cross-party groups.
- Act as the primary liaison with local government and statutory agencies.
Campaigns & Influence
- Strategically lead and coordinate campaigns at a country level, ensuring alignment with devolved policy priorities.
- Develop and deliver campaigns addressing local needs of the visually impaired community.
- Foster partnerships within the Third Sector to build consensus and amplify Guide Dogs’ strategic aims.
Leadership & People Management
- Provide strong leadership to local staff and volunteers, promoting best practice and knowledge-sharing.
- Oversee recruitment, performance management, and compliance with safeguarding policies.
- Ensure high levels of engagement through effective communication and leadership.
Financial Accountability
- Support fundraising initiatives and monitor operational budgets to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Diversity & Inclusion
- Champion Guide Dogs’ diversity agenda, ensuring services are inclusive and accessible.
- Work with external partners to create a more inclusive environment for people with sight loss.
How to apply
Further details on the full role are attached below. When you are ready to apply, submit an online application form via this page.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role before applying, or require any accessibility support to apply, our friendly recruitment team is ready and waiting to help.
As part of your application ensure you provide evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description. You will also be asked to complete a few job-specific questions as part of this application process, so please be prepared to write your answers to these questions.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are proud, whenever possible, to offer an interview to all candidates that meet our selection criteria, and who indicate they wish their application to be considered under our Disability Confident interview commitment. For more details, visit our careers site.
If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK via our digital ID checking supplier; in addition, we cannot offer visa sponsorship at this time.
Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.
At Guide Dogs, we believe in fair and equitable hiring practices. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for a position. Each case will be evaluated individually, taking into account the nature of the offense, its relevance to the role, and the time that has passed since the incident. We encourage all candidates to disclose relevant information, and we assure you that it will be handled confidentially and fairly.
Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If you are applying for a disclosure role, please note that you will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and sign up to the DBS update service.
For high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than advertised.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Biochemical Society are seeking a Training Manager, on an 18-month Fixed Term contract to support the Biochemical Society Training programmes.
Training Manager role is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver on agreed strategy across our current and future programme of training events, activities and resources, and plays a key role in taking the Society’s training programme forwards, focusing on the delivery and development of existing training programmes, the creation and implementation of exclusive members-only training opportunities to enhance our membership offering, and for devising and implementing new training courses by working with volunteers to develop appropriate content.
Reporting to the Director of Events and Training, this role will set up and lead all stages of delivering new training, from conception to delivery, working with subject matter experts to explore new ideas to provide surplus-generating training for existing and new training programmes by gathering insight from members, other organisations and wider markets to understand training needs and inform the design of programmes.
Suitable candidates will have experience delivering income generating science-based training programmes, using Learning Management Systems and have excellent interpersonal skills, working on complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
For more information about the organisation, please visit our website.
Here is some information on our Benefits package.
Closing date: 27th March 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that this role is home-based and as such interviews will be virtual.
“We are interested in every candidate who is eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.”
Please send a CV and covering letter. It is important that you DO NOT include your Personal Information i.e. name and contact details in your CV or Cover Letter. This is because the Society is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies to support staff from different backgrounds.
The Society takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Please note that due to limited resources it is not possible for the Society to acknowledge receipt of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Founded in 1911, we’ve been at the forefront of advancing molecular bioscience for over 100 years.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: Remote (UK only) or Hybrid (Brighton/Sussex)
Salary: £35,787 (pro rata), 4 days £28,629.60 (actual) plus statutory pension contributions
Hours: Part-time, 30 hours a week
Contract: 12 month contract, with the intention to renew if the role makes a positive impact
Start: As soon as possible
Who we are:
Grassroots Suicide Prevention (GSP) is a national charity committed to the timely intervention and prevention of suicide. We work to empower people to help save lives through connecting, educating, and campaigning nationally. Our vision is a future where more lives are saved from suicide.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly organised and driven Project and Operations Manager to help streamline processes, deliver key initiatives, and support our continued growth in our Training team. In this role, you will bring together complex communications, requests, and ideas, translating them into clear plans, structured workflows, and effective processes that ensure the successful delivery of multiple projects. You will combine strong planning and organisational expertise with a practical, hands-on approach to implementation. Comfortable managing competing priorities, you will remain flexible and adaptable, responding effectively to unforeseen challenges while keeping projects on track.
Your excellent communication skills will set you apart. You will be an active listener who can clearly convey ideas, build alignment, and confidently influence colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners. With a strong business mindset and a passion for operational excellence, you will play a key role in ensuring both projects and day-to-day operations run smoothly.
This is a highly rewarding role with significant real-world impact. Candidates should demonstrate resilience, as the role involves remote working, engaging with complex subject matter, operating in a fast-paced environment, and managing multiple priorities. You will also be responsible for overseeing the simultaneous delivery of multiple training courses, requiring flexibility, strong organisation, and the ability to multitask effectively. You will be working in close collaboration and guided by the Training Manager and senior leadership staff.
Your welfare is the utmost priority; before applying, please consider carefully whether the demands and requirements of the role and subject matter could impact your wellbeing.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
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Lead the project management of all training programmes and services, ensuring effective planning, coordination, delivery, evaluation, and reporting
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Provide day-to-day coordination and effective leadership, including clear direction and support to the training team (currently three reports)
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Oversee all aspects of contract delivery, including project planning, timelines, budget management, communications, and reporting to clients, partners and internal teams
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Manage and maintain updates of a training calendar identifying activity, allocating trainers to training courses to ensure quality delivery of courses
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Working with managers and team in Training, oversee the Assistant Trainers (freelance trainers) communications, allocations, contracts, feedback and allocation of work
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Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with external partners and clients, ensuring all interactions reflect the strategic direction and protect the reputation of the charity
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Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, using strong negotiation and influencing skills to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard
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Monitor and report on project progress and performance, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of all training activities and identifying and raising risks or issues early
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Working with managers in Finance and Training, set realistic targets, manage budgets, cross-checking invoices, and capacity, and track project performance against agreed KPIs
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Support quality assurance across training programmes, including accreditation requirements, reviewing and proofreading materials, adherence to brand, copyright and maintaining high standards of training materials
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Working with managers in Marketing and Training. oversee and provide reports on training evaluation data and feedback to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
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Working collaboratively with the Marketing team to ensure a consistent flow of content to promote the courses, such as upcoming training, feedback quotes and data, website updates, training videos and raising courses that align with campaigns
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Working with managers in Communications, implement improvements to systems, processes, and workflows to enhance operational efficiency and the client experience from initial enquiry through to evaluation
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Support the growth of the organisation’s training offer by identifying and assessing opportunities for new partnerships, services, and income generation
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Maintain oversight of the effective and consistent use of operational systems and platforms across the team (such as Salesforce, Eventbrite, SurveyMonkey, Monday), recommending improvements where appropriate
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Working across the training team, ensure activities comply with relevant policies and regulations, including health and safety, safeguarding, suicide prevention, and ethical standards
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Undertake additional duties as required to improve the function of the Training team, as directed by your line manager.
To succeed and thrive in this role, you will be:
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Confident, adaptable, and highly organised, with exceptional attention to detail
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Eager to learn and develop, welcoming guidance and feedback from senior managers to continually improve
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Hands-on and comfortable engaging with operational detail, while maintaining a strategic mindset
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Proactive and solutions-focused, able to suggest improvements and independently resolve challenges when needed
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Able to prioritise your own workload and that of your team
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Reliable in meeting deadlines and maintaining consistently high standards of work
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Skilled at communicating tasks clearly to project teams effectively and efficiently, with the ability to adapt communication styles to suit a range of audiences
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced training delivery environment, able to prioritise effectively and manage multiple responsibilities
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively adapting to rapidly changing needs and working flexibly across multiple projects
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Self-motivated and capable of working independently and remotely, while also contributing positively as part of a team
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Willing to act as a brand ambassador and consider and raise any risks to the charity’s reputation and profile within Training activity
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Represent Grassroots Suicide Prevention on external groups and promote our services and expertise
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Willingness to travel occasionally if required
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Passionate about your part in delivering high-quality online and in-person training courses that help save lives.
Essential Skills and Experience:
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A recognised project management qualification or equivalent practical experience
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Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, delivering them from initiation through to completion across cross-functional teams
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Strong ability to analyse quantitative and qualitative data, identify risks, and recognise emerging trends to inform decision-making
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Experience writing high-quality reports for clients, clearly demonstrating project progress, outcomes, and impact
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Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate teams, fostering collaboration and high performance
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Highly self-motivated and resilient, with the ability to work effectively in a remote or distributed environment
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Evidence of developing and improving processes and procedures to increase organisational efficiency and effectiveness
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Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, CRM systems, and email marketing platforms
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Proven experience building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and key stakeholders
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Strong negotiation, influencing, and diplomacy skills, with a track record of achieving positive outcomes, including growing client engagement
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Experience representing and communicating with senior stakeholders and decision-makers internally and externally
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Experience in operational, financial, and business planning, including budget management and monitoring
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Understanding of accessible communications, brand consistency, key messaging, and reputation management
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Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
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Project management experience within teaching and learning environments, including e-learning development or delivery
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Understanding of quality assurance processes, including reviewing and maintaining training or educational materials
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Experience using AI tools responsibly and effectively, with awareness of both the opportunities and potential risks
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Experience working in the non-profit or charitable sector
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Experience collaborating with a diverse range of clients, such as non-profit organisations, county councils, corporate organisations, and the Civil Service
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Knowledge or experience in health and social care, mental health, or suicide prevention
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Experience with design principles and accessibility in communications, ensuring materials are inclusive and user-friendly
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Familiarity with platforms such as Eventbrite, Salesforce, SurveyMonkey, Mailchimp
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Awareness of marketing and promoting training courses
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Experience conducting competitor research and analysing data to inform improvements and decision-making.
Why Grassroots Suicide Prevention:
GSP is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and workplace - a place where we can all be ourselves, and each have the equal opportunity to succeed and be recognised for our unique contribution. We value the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. We make recruitment decisions based on applicants’ skills, experience, and knowledge, ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Our employee benefits include:
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Hybrid/Flexible working – we offer our team a split of home and office working, or fully remote working in some roles
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Health Cash Plan and employee assistant programme offering a contribution to the costs of everyday healthcare needs (dental, optical, wellbeing) and counselling support, plus legal and financial support
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Learning and development opportunities
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A creative, friendly and collaborative culture.
Please note that we are looking for a start as soon as possible, so the selection process begins immediately and will close when we fill the post with the right person.
GSP is in a period of transition and development, and the post holder should be aware that their Job Description and line management may evolve to meet the future needs of the charity.
We empower people to help save lives from suicide through connecting, educating, and campaigning nationally.



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ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a creative and dynamic person with a proven track record in creating, delivering and managing digital content across social media platforms to develop, implement and manage strategies to grow our online presence and raise our profile.
You’ll have demonstrable experience across a wide range of social media platforms with the ability to craft engaging content to build a rapport with your audience while continuing to uphold our brand and professional values. You will be managing multiple accounts held by the charity.
You will have experience of using third party management tools to create, plan and schedule content, analysing reach and engagement, and using analytical tools to help make informed decisions about our digital marketing strategies. You will regularly report back to the management team feeding into our wider strategy discussions, making recommendations on future campaigns.
You will be part of a wider communications team, working alongside the PR & Communications Manager, reporting to one of the trustees, fostering an organisation-wide approach working with all colleagues to ensure a planned, structured and collaborative approach to our communications and marketing planning.
As a small charity, flexibility is key to meet the needs of our shifting priorities and in between delivering and managing social media content – your primary focus – you will additionally support wider marketing activities with creation of digital content to support charity advertising, support the development of our online (web) content and more general activities across the communications team. While there will be some level of existing experience, training will be provided for anything bespoke.
As part of the role, you will help our UK-based volunteers to develop local social media activities and support them as required. This may involve making recommendations in their approach, supporting content creation and upskilling them to gain confidence in using social media.
The role is remote and the successful applicant can work from a location of their choice, making optimum use of video conferencing and online collaboration tools to connect with the wider communications team.
Some UK travel within the role is expected with the charity reimbursing reasonable UK travel costs where agreed up front and on behalf of the charity.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own and lead social media execution, from planning through to delivery across multiple accounts and multiple platforms
- Develop content and strategy for new (to IA) and new-to-market platforms
- Develop and deliver relevant content that drives awareness, engagement and conversation in line with IA’s aims and objectives
- Work closely with communications peers, wider staff and volunteers to deliver meaningful campaigns which aligns to IA’s purpose and support model
- Upholding brand and culture in everything you do
- Co-develop policies relating to your area of responsibility to ensure the management of online risks, suitability to content, data protection and safeguarding
- Develop partnerships with key individuals, ensuring strong social amplification and storytelling
- Oversee social content calendars, asset production and approvals aligned to wider communications strategies
- Review and manage marketing assets, ensuring brand consistency and compliant content
- Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and confidently jump into new projects in a fast-moving
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- Support with the development/management of wider digital content (web, digital advertising)
- prioritising the needs of the charity
- Monitoring all socials, reacting to/moderating follower engagement and questions as part of our wider support model
- Supporting volunteers with local branch social media engagement, advising on use, upholding IA’s wider values and policies and monitoring content/engagement suggesting changes where relevant
- Management reporting on social media interactions, successes, areas for development, improvements and making recommendations to the Management team/Board
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL
- Experience in developing and implementing social media strategies and content in a similar role for at least 12 months
- A thorough working knowledge of a wide range of social media platforms
- Third-party applications to manage social media content across a range of platforms in addition to regular reporting and provision of management information to help the team make informed decisions to support the wider charity’s wider digital marketing strategy.
- Development of engaging and creative digital content
- Experience in social media moderation
- Working with and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships including our trustees, staff, volunteers and external medical professionals
- Digital marketing experience
- Team player
- Familiarity with UK data protection regulation
DESIRABLE
- Working knowledge of the Wordpress platform
- Advertising opportunities across social media to expand reach including cost models and budgetary management
- Basic understanding of AI and the benefits of using it within the not-for-profit sector
- Experience of working on sensitive content for people who have experienced acute and chronic illness, been through life changing surgery or those who may be feeling vulnerable or exposed at a difficult time
- Experience across the not-for-profit sector
- Experience of A/B testing
SKILLS & QUALITIES
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible, adaptable in approach, creative thinker
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
APPLICATION PROCESS
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 via video conference. Successful candidates will, at least one week in advance of the second round, be given a short brief and asked to provide sample content (or a clear idea of their marketing strategy) and share their ideas at least 48hrs before the interview. Candidates should be prepared to present their social media ideas at interview and answer any questions from the interview panel.
Additionally second stage applicants will be asked to provide examples of their own previously created content, 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 hour for this 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
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a highly organised project leader with a track record of developing rigorous and impactful processes? Do you want to lead the delivery of the nationally-recognised accreditation transforming mental health in higher education? This could be the role for you.
We’re looking for a methodical and strategic Programme Manager (Award) to manage the end-to-end delivery of University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Award and act as key spokesperson for the programme.
You’ll play a vital role in ensuring that the Award upholds its standards and values, and continues to develop and scale, supporting positive change for staff and students at universities across the UK.
About the role
- Lead the delivery of the nationally-recognised accreditation for mental health in higher education: the University Mental Health Charter Award.
- The UMHC Award recognises universities that promote the mental health and wellbeing of their university communities and supports them to continually improve.
- You will own the end-to-end management of a complex, high-profile and impactful programme, balancing administrative excellence and strategic development.
Key responsibilities
- Drive the Award lifecycle, from onboarding universities, coordinating our network of assessors and managing the Award panel.
- Scale and continually improve the Award process, ensuring it remains rigorous, impactful and values-led.
- Act as key spokesperson and point of contact for universities and other stakeholders.
- Responsible for budget, risk and line management.
What we’re looking for
- Proven track record of managing complex projects.
- Experience developing, maintaining and improving robust systems and processes.
- A rigorous approach to accuracy and quality control.
- Comfortable holding difficult conversations with stakeholders at all levels.
- A commitment to co-production, equality, anti-racism and an interest in mental health.
Find out more about the essential criteria for this role by downloading our Recruitment Pack from the documents section.
What you will gain
- The chance to contribute to a high-impact national programme supporting better mental health for university communities across the UK.
- Experience in a varied role with opportunities to learn and develop.
- A supportive and collaborative workplace culture that values wellbeing.
- Flexibility in how and where you work.
How to apply
If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!
- Click “Redirect to recruiter”, then scroll to the 'Vacancies and volunteering' section of our 'Join our team' page to access the job listing.
- Download the recruitment pack in the document section at the bottom of this page, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications.
- Download and complete our application form - instead of collecting CVs, we use an application form to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all.
- Please refrain from including any identifying details in your application answers.
- Upload your completed application form as a word document.
- Please note that once you start your application on our portal, you will have 24 hours to upload your completed form. Before clicking 'Apply' and beginning the application process, make sure your form is fully completed and ready to upload.
- Complete the Equality Monitoring Form.
Student Minds is committed to building an inclusive team and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Are you an experienced and committed Project Manager? Have you worked in programme delivery for young people in schools or youth settings? Can you communicate confidently to a wide audience and range of stakeholders?
We are seeking a full-time Project Manager to support delivery of our new programme, Reading Reboot, funded by the Charlotte Aitken Trust, and to support the SLA to grow its reach and impact. Reading Reboot is being developed to address the reading crisis and restore a love of reading for young people in Year 8, in communities facing the greatest disadvantage. This is an opportunity to lead a flagship national programme with the potential to shape future investment in school libraries, in a supportive, mission-driven team culture within a small but influential charity.
The Reading Reboot programme will establish librarian-led social book clubs in over 100 under-funded secondary school libraries across the UK and reach more than 6,000 young people directly, alongside librarians, senior leaders and wider school communities. Reading Reboot places school librarians at the heart of delivery, combining new book stock, inspiring author engagement, appealing library spaces, and a robust evaluation to evidence impact and inform future national roll-out.
The Project Manager will lead on development and delivery, working closely with the CEO, a Project Board and external evaluation team to ensure the programme meets its objectives on time, within budget and to a high quality. They will recruit and coordinate schools and librarians, work with partners and funders, and ensure that learning and impact are captured and shared across the sector. Building strong relationships with all stakeholders, the Project Manager will be the main point of contact for the programme and will support the CEO and Project Board with timely updates, papers and participation in meetings. Successful candidates will have extensive and demonstrable experience of project management in schools or youth settings. Experience of training development and delivery will be an advantage.
The salary for this position is £30,000 per year for 37 hours per week on a one year contract, with potential for extension. Find out more about this role and how to apply by downloading the job application pack.
Application deadline: Thursday 26th March, 5pm
Interviews will take place online the week commencing 7th April 2026.
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please. Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within one week of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future. Please note we may close recruitment early should the right candidate be identified.
Helping schools develop vibrant reading and learning communities


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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Why Join Us
At The Care Workers’ Charity, everything we do is focused on supporting care workers across the UK. From providing crisis grants and mental health support to campaigning for a fairer future for care workers, our work makes a real difference to the lives of people who care for others every day.
This is an exciting time to join the charity as we continue to grow our reach and impact. As Marketing and Events Manager, you will play a central role in helping us tell our story, engage new supporters and deliver events and campaigns that bring people together around our mission. You will have the opportunity to shape new ideas, develop creative campaigns and see the direct impact of your work.
You will be joining a small, friendly and supportive team where your ideas will be valued and where you will have the opportunity to take real ownership of your work.
The Role
We are looking for a creative, organised and motivated Marketing and Events Manager who is passionate about making a difference. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in raising awareness of The Care Workers’ Charity and supporting our work to improve the lives of care workers across the UK.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead the delivery of the charity’s marketing and events programme, helping to grow engagement, strengthen our profile and support our fundraising activities. You will be responsible for planning and delivering marketing campaigns across a range of channels, including social media, email newsletters and the website, ensuring our communications are clear, engaging and consistent. You will play an important role in telling the story of the charity’s impact and helping more care workers, supporters and partners connect with our work.
Events will be a central part of the role. You will coordinate and deliver a varied programme of activities including fundraising events, sector conferences, networking opportunities and national campaigns such as Professional Care Workers’ Week. You will be confident managing event logistics, working with venues and suppliers, coordinating speakers and partners, and ensuring events are well organised and professionally delivered. You will enjoy creating engaging and memorable experiences that help supporters feel connected to the charity’s work.
You will work closely with the fundraising team to support campaigns and partnerships, helping to create engaging opportunities that encourage supporters and organisations to get involved. The role will involve building positive relationships with partners and sponsors and representing the charity at meetings and events across the sector.
About You
You will be a confident communicator who enjoys working with people and finding new ways to engage supporters, partners and care workers in the work of the charity.
You will have experience delivering marketing campaigns and organising events, and you will enjoy bringing ideas to life from concept through to delivery. Whether coordinating a fundraising event, supporting a conference presence or helping to deliver a national campaign, you will be comfortable managing multiple projects and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
You should be confident using a range of marketing channels including social media, email marketing and websites, and be willing to try new approaches to help raise awareness and grow engagement. You will be organised and detail-focused, able to manage event logistics, coordinate suppliers and venues, and ensure a positive experience for everyone involved.
You will be a proactive self-starter who can work independently while also being a strong team player. Experience in marketing, events or fundraising is essential, and knowledge of the health and social care sector would be an advantage.
Above all, you will be enthusiastic about the charity’s mission and motivated to help us increase our reach and impact for care workers across the UK.
Start Date: ASAP
We envision a world where care workers are recognised as skilled professionals who are valued, supported, respected and resourced to be in a strong po
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have created an exciting new position in our UK team for an ambitious and confident relationship fundraiser to contribute to ambitious fundraising targets and enable Human Practice Foundation’s (HPF) impactful education programmes. Working closely with the UK Country Manager, the position will build on existing relationships with individuals who make significant personal donations, aiming to grow their contributions, as well as making approaches to new prospects, through compelling, donor-centred approaches and excellent stewardship.
We are seeking a motivated, creative and confident individual, who thrives on getting out and about and meeting with supporters and can work proactively within a small team.You will have experience of securing gifts from high net-worth individuals making gifts privately or through family trusts, donor advised funds and corporations.
We welcome applicants from within and outside the charity sector.
About the Human Practice Foundation
Founded in 2014 in Denmark, the Human Practice Foundation works in some of the most marginalised regions in Nepal and Kenya, where poverty and lack of opportunity keep children from reaching their potential. Our goal is simple but powerful: to empower children through education, so they can shape a better future for themselves and their communities. We take a long-term, holistic approach to this goal. Through our Child Empowerment Model, we build and upgrade school infrastructure, train teachers, support parents in creating sustainable incomes, and help students bridge the gap between education and employment. Every project is co-designed with local communities and aligned with public authorities, ensuring it meets real needs and builds lasting ownership.
Our supporters and the communities HPF works with deserve complete transparency about donations and how funds are spent. Thanks to the support of a group of Founding Partners who cover all administrative costs, 100% of project donations go directly to our programmes.
Conditions and Benefits:
- Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 (£40,000 - £45,000 FTE)
- Part time (3 days/week).
- 27 days holiday (pro rata) + bank holidays
- Remote working/home-based, accessible for travel to London for meetings. Occasional travel to Copenhagen.
- Flexibility to work outside of normal ‘office’ hours for events and meetings.
- Reports to UK Country Manager.
- Works closely with other colleagues across HPF and with committed and well-connected HPF Boards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Donor Identification, solicitation and management
- Work with the UK Country Manager to grow the donor portfolio in the UK by identifying prospects, building relationships and secure gifts from high net-worth individuals and other philanthropic donors.
- Identify and deliver unique stewardship and cultivation opportunities for donors.
- Manage a portfolio of major donors through various personalised approaches, including face-to-face meetings, phone calls, events and written and verbal communications.
- Ensure excellent and timely response to enquiries and stewardship and acknowledgement of gifts.
Events coordination
- Work with the UK Country Manager to help shape and deliver events and other engagement opportunities to generate income, cultivate and steward donors.
- Take responsibility for tailored and timely event follow-up to maximise relationships and using learnings and data from past events to develop donor engagement, referrals and gifts.
Research, communications and administration
- Research potential new donors and funding streams.
- Support the production of proposals, pitches, reports and general supporter communications.
- Use Salesforce to manage the accurate recording of interactions and progression related to all donor relationships
- Provide executive assistance to the UK Country Manager and senior stakeholders in relation to scheduling supporter meetings, drafting communications and provision of information to underpin successful supporter engagement.
- Maintain strong knowledge and understanding of HPF’s programmes.
- Carry out administrative activities and other duties, as required, to maximise fundraising.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Experience developing relationships with and securing funding from high-net-worth individuals and other philanthropic donors.
- Entrepreneurial approach to relationship management and creating new fundraising initiatives.
- Experience in coordination and delivery of bespoke, high-quality events for influential audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, and a proactive networker, able to act as a spokesperson and ambassador for HPF.
- Experience of writing inspiring, emotive, and technically fundraising communications and materials tailored to a major donor audience.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills to prioritise and manage own workload.
- Results driven self-starter, able to operate independently and under pressure, whilst also able to engage meaningfully in a virtual team.
- The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, across multiple teams and geographies.
- Strong IT skills, including an understanding of CRM systems.
- Strong affinity with HPF mission, values and approach.
Desirable:
- Experience working in an international organisation.
- Experience working with a fundraising board or high value committee.
- Experience of working closely with and reporting to Boards of Trustees.
- Experience using Salesforce, or another fundraising database.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
It's an exciting time to join Victim Support, as we prepare to begin delivery of the Witness Service from April 2026. We look forward to welcoming current Witness Service staff and volunteers to Victim Support - and we're also now beginning recruitment for several new roles and to fill vacant positions.
Victim Support are looking for a proactive and strategic Stakeholder Manager to join our Witness Service in this new role. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a positive impact on victims and witnesses, and skilled at building strong, collaborative relationships across a diverse range of partners, including government agencies, justice sector organisations, community groups, and internal teams.
This role is full-time working 37.5 hours per week and is home-based with some national travel.
Victim Support values individuals who bring exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a strategic mindset to their work. The Stakeholder Manager will play a key role in shaping engagement strategies, driving continuous improvement, and delivering measurable outcomes that support our mission to provide high-quality support and advocacy for victims and witnesses.
If you are motivated by partnership, transparency, and the opportunity to influence positive change, we invite you to apply and help us strengthen our impact across England and Wales.
What We Offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to supporting and developing our colleagues. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options - including hybrid working where applicable
- Generous Annual Leave - 28 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell leave
- Birthday Leave - an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
- Pension Plan - 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced Allowances - enhanced sick, maternity and paternity pay
- Exclusive Discounts - high street, holidays, gyms, entertainment, and more
- Financial Wellbeing Support - access to salary deducted finance and guidance
- Wellbeing Resources - employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- EDI Networks - opportunities to engage in colleague groups promoting equity and inclusion
- Sustainable Travel Schemes - Cycle to Work and season ticket loans
- Career Development - comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities
About the Role
We are looking for someone who can lead stakeholder engagement with confidence and empathy, ensuring that the voices and needs of victims and witnesses are heard and addressed throughout our projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will be adept at navigating complex environments, managing competing priorities, and facilitating productive communication between all parties involved.
You will:
- Build, maintain, and enhance relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support Victim Support's goals and strategic priorities.
- Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans tailored to varying needs and expectations.
- Facilitate productive communication between teams and stakeholder groups.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Witness Service stakeholder inquiries, feedback, and concerns.
- Communicate Witness Service updates, risks, and milestones through reports, presentations, and meetings.
- Coordinate cross-functional collaboration to align stakeholder expectations with internal capabilities.
- Lead stakeholder analysis and mapping activities to support project planning and risk management.
- Monitor emerging issues or stakeholder sentiment to proactively mitigate risks.
- Track stakeholder engagement metrics and prepare executive-level reports.
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops, consultations, and onboarding sessions.
- Provide insights and recommendations to leadership based on stakeholder feedback and trends.
You will have:
- Proven experience in stakeholder management, client relationship management, or community engagement.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.
- A proven ability to influence, negotiate and produce executive reports.
- Emotional intelligence, empathy, and the ability to influence and inspire
Additional Information
- The role involves working with sensitive and potentially traumatic subject matter.
- Occasional travel to attend meetings will be required.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary.
- A Standard DBS check will be required.
About the Witness Service
The Witness Service provides free, independent support to any witness giving evidence in criminal courts in England and Wales - both for the prosecution and the defence. Our trained staff and volunteers help people understand what to expect before, during and after a trial, and offer practical and emotional support every step of the way, so witnesses can give their best evidence. The Witness Service also supports bereaved family members, friends and family who are accompanying witnesses in court.
This is an exceptional opportunity to help us ensure a smooth transition and shape a high-quality, high-impact and trauma-informed service - so every witness feels informed, supported and more confident in court.
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We’re recruiting an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to work with Platform Places and Footwork over the next 10 months – to develop our bold narratives and inspiring content that help drive locally-led neighbourhood transformation.
- Target start date: 11th May 2026
- Time input: 3 days per week (0.6 full-time equivalent), with flexibility for up to 4 days per week in certain busy periods, by mutual agreement
- Remuneration: £55,000-£61,500 per year (pro rata) depending on experience
- Flexible working: Work hours can be flexible as long as role objectives are met
- Location: Hybrid, remote or in-person (option to work from our London office). Monthly in-person team days in London, plus occasional trips to partners in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bristol and London and learning gatherings (expenses covered).
- Contract type: PAYE employment contract. 10 months fixed term.
- Eligibility: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
About us
In 2025, Platform Places integrated with Footwork Trust, becoming what we call ‘civic partners’. Together we facilitate locally-led neighbourhood transformation – so people have the power to live affordably, sustainably and together.
About Platform Places
Platform Places is a national cross-sector collaboration and not-for-profit social enterprise with a mission to unlock town centre buildings for amazing ideas that help us live affordably, sustainably and together. We convene councils, community leaders and asset owners around the country to build powerful partnerships, to unlock buildings for local benefit. We support these Partnerships with access to funding, technical expertise and networks.
Our deeper intention is to localise and democratise who owns, controls and transforms town centre and neighbourhood buildings, so that communities can:
- design spaces to meet local needs – whether affordable space for arts, music, healthcare, local food, housing, nature connection, reuse & repair, childcare etc
- retain and reinvest the wealth generated by these buildings.
We’re inspired by pioneers like Hastings Commons, Stour Trust, SAFE Regen, Civic Square, Nudge Community Builders, Makespace Oxford and other members of the Mycelial Network.
About Footwork Trust
Footwork (UK charity Footwork Trust) supports local people to transform their neighbourhoods for the better and builds alliances to make this possible.
Since 2022, Footwork’s ‘People and Place’ programme has supported over 50 community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change, in response to a local social or environmental challenge. Often reviving land and buildings for community use, they are part of a growing force for fairer, locally-led regeneration, making the places they call home more resilient and equitable.
Through national and local events, Footwork creates spaces for peer support and shared learning, showcases inspiring examples, and convenes built environment practitioners to enable true collaboration with community partners.
Together, Footwork and Platform Places co-facilitate the Mycelial Network for Community Asset Developers.
About the Local Property Partnerships pilot, 2024-2027
Thanks to National Lottery players, Platform Places and partners have received almost £2.5 million over three years from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK. The funding is being used to enable communities to come together and secure long-term spaces for the activities and services that they need the most.
This fund and programme resources local leaders in neighbourhoods in Newcastle, Sheffield, Liverpool City Region, Bristol and London – working towards shifting multiple buildings into long-term local ownership. We’re also supported by our national partner organisations Architectural Heritage Fund, Power to Change and Social Investment Business. Our intention is that this work will lay the groundwork for a larger follow-on funding programme, which catalyses England-wide adoption of this approach.
The role
We’re looking for an experienced, creative and hands-on communications specialist to join our small team and network of local and national partners.
The Communications Lead will focus on our key programmes, with the below time distribution. The challenge and opportunity is to hit the ground running and drive communications across our key channels – to help attract allies, funding and support, and inspire replication of these approaches in neighbourhoods around England.
2 days per week, ‘Local Property Partnerships’:
- You’ll lead on promoting, and sharing learnings from, Platform Places’ exciting pilot programme (funded by National Lottery Community Fund) – which is localising and democratising who owns, controls and transforms town centre buildings in five neighbourhoods across England.
0.75 days per week, ‘People and Place’:
- You’ll promote, and share learnings from, Footwork Trust’s ‘People and Place’ programme – which supports community innovators to turn their bold ideas into lasting positive change for their place.
0.25 days per week, Wider movement building:
- You’ll work on ad hoc broader communications opportunities that support our mission and the programmes – for example, creating a content piece with local or national partners from our wider network, or pitching a media story that cuts across all our programmes.
This involves the following areas of responsibility:
- Build on our working communications strategy
- Work with co-directors to develop our bold, inspiring core messaging, and update our boilerplate narratives
- Manage digital channels for Platform Places and Footwork: a) plan and create regular social media content; b) write newsletters (approx. quarterly); c) upload and edit website content, on Squarespace (drag-and-drop editor) and occasionally Wix (guidance available).
- Strategic media relations: build journalist relationships and pitch stories (local or national), op-eds and comments
- Work with local and national partners to share inspiring and compelling stories
- Develop practical how-tos and templates, together with partners (you'll have support initiating partner relationships)
- Provide comms guidance to local programme partners
- Support co-directors and partners with speaking engagements and event opportunities
You’ll start from a strong foundation of communications activities, along with our established tone, visual identity and branded templates – with lots of freedom for new ideas.
About you
- You’re as comfortable with creative storytelling as you are with practical resources
- You’re a campaigner for systems change – experienced in attracting allies and creating communications for diverse audiences
- You make it sing – you turn dense or complicated materials into clear and effective narratives to shift opinion and action
- You’re a collaborator – you can effectively hold relationships with local and national partners to plan and deliver coordinated communications
- You can ‘wear all the hats’: you get stuck in on strategy and roll up your sleeves on delivery; you know when to pitch to media and when the tactic is digital; you can knock up great copy or quick Canva graphics without aiming for perfection
- You’re efficient and resourceful, comfortable leading on comms in a small (and collaborative) team, and know how to make things happen on a small budget (and when to seek external specialists)
- You’re passionate about community-led places and social and environmental justice – and you’re knowledgeable about at least one of: high streets, property, retrofit, community business, heritage buildings, cultural venues, town planning, neighbourhood governance
We know you likely have a particular comms specialism, with more strengths and experience in some areas than others. We’d love to hear about this, and about your approach to getting stuck into the rest.
Our team & culture
You’ll be joining our small, agile team of six people across Platform Places and Footwork. We meet in-person on a monthly basis to have lunch together and plan ahead, and have weekly online huddles to check-in and discuss priorities.
We work flexibly around our needs, whether a caring responsibility or otherwise.
Our culture is driven by our values: generous sharing, diverse perspectives, active listening and curiosity, staying networked and joy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Corporate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager
MCKS Charitable Foundation UK
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to help build and shape the charity’s corporate partnerships and fundraising programme, securing funding that will help grow MCKS Charitable Foundation’s support from 180 schools to 500 schools across the UK.
Through our school pantry programmes and breakfast clubs, MCKS Charitable Foundation supports children and families experiencing food insecurity, helping ensure pupils can start the school day nourished and ready to learn.
Our goal is to support 500 schools, helping thousands of children and families access essential food support each week.This role will play a central part in securing the partnerships and funding needed to achieve that ambition.
As Corporate Partnerships & Fundraising Manager, you will help develop sustainable income streams through corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and national fundraising initiatives.
This is an opportunity for a fundraiser who wants to build meaningful partnerships, shape strategy and help grow a national charity.
About the Role
Working closely with the charity’s leadership and trustees, you will help develop and deliver a diversified fundraising strategy that supports the charity’s growth.
You will focus on building strong relationships with organisations aligned with our mission and developing funding opportunities that enable the charity to expand its reach and impact.
Key responsibilities include:
Corporate Partnerships
- Identify and develop partnerships with corporate organisations aligned with the charity’s mission
- Secure financial and in-kind support from businesses
- Develop partnership proposals and sponsorship opportunities
- Manage relationships with corporate partners and provide impact reporting
Trusts & Foundations
- Research and apply to relevant grant-making trusts and foundations
- Develop compelling funding proposals and applications
- Manage relationships with funders and oversee reporting
Fundraising Campaigns
- Support the development of national fundraising campaigns, including Fuel for Five
- Develop fundraising resources for schools, communities and supporters
- Identify opportunities for collaborative fundraising activities
Donor Engagement & CRM
- Support the implementation and management of the charity’s fundraising CRM system
- Maintain accurate records of donors, partners and fundraising activity
- Track fundraising performance and provide updates to leadership and trustees
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in fundraising, corporate partnerships or business development
- A confident relationship builder with strong networking skills
- Comfortable developing proposals and securing funding
- Proactive and able to work independently within a growing charity
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
Experience in the charity sector is welcome but not essential if you have strong partnership or fundraising experience.
Why This Role Matters
MCKS Charitable Foundation currently supports around 180 schools across the UK through its school pantry programmes. Through strategic partnerships and fundraising, this role will help expand that support to 500 schools nationally, ensuring more children and families have access to essential food support through their schools.
This is a hands-on role where you will manage your own pipeline, develop partnership proposals and oversee reporting to funders and partners.
In your first year, the focus will be on building a strong fundraising pipeline capable of generating £150,000+ in future income and securing £75,000–£150,000 in new funding through corporate partnerships, trusts and fundraising initiatives.
Your work will play a direct role in enabling the charity to grow its support for schools and sustainably scale its impact.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role will involve building a strong and sustainable fundraising pipeline, securing new corporate partnerships and developing funding relationships that enable the charity to expand its reach.
You will be comfortable taking ownership of fundraising activity, identifying opportunities, developing proposals, and building long-term partnerships that deliver meaningful support for schools and families.
This role would suit someone who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities and seeing the direct impact of their work on a growing charity.
To alleviate suffering and strengthen communities by delivering practical, structured support programmes that help children and families access the fo


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Role Purpose
To lead Trussell’s email and marketing CRM strategy and digital projects by creating insight‑led, compliant, and engaging digital communications and journeys that bring our story to life and drive programme outcomes.
This role is part of the Together with Trussell programme, the goal of which is to build stronger connections with our supporters, partners and donors to increase funding, campaigning, and other forms of support for our work. As a member of an enabling programme, this role is focused on the successful delivery of the Together with Trussell programme outcomes, which underpin and enable the outcomes of our 5 external programmes – together contributing to the fulfilment of our long-term vision of a UK without the need for food banks.
Key Responsibilities
Email and CRM marketing
· Lead the design, content development and delivery of Trussell's email programme and related projects, optimising workflows, journeys and alignment with our audience strategy to deliver organisational goals.
Product leadership
· Overall product leadership of our customer marketing platform, Marketing Cloud, ensuring data models and digital ecosystem are optimised and compliant with data privacy laws and industry standards, protecting supporter data from cyber threats.
Analysis and insight and performance
· Implement digital tracking, attribution and measurement in line with established UTM governance and tagging standards to enable accurate tracking and optimisation. Lead the supporter data function, ensuring accuracy and compliance of supporter data, working with business system teams to ensure reporting enables actionable decision making.
Consultancy and stakeholder management
· Act as an expert inhouse consultant for programme teams providing advice and guidance to embed best practice, accessibility and innovation in digital communications, driving continuous improvement.
Digital marketing project management
· Lead digital marketing projects that deliver continuous improvement and compliance driving improved engagement with our audiences and programme outcomes.
Person Specification
Core Knowledge
· Deep understanding of CRM, CDP and marketing automation platforms. Experience of Salesforce and Marketing Cloud would be an advantage.
· Management of multiple audience-focused email marketing programmes with complex segmentations and competing priorities
· Excellent understanding of email copy and content best practice
· Excellent understanding of accessibility and legal regulations for email marketing, including the Data Protection Act and UK GDPR and accessibility best practice
· Strong understanding of digital measurement, including tracking, attribution and analytics methodologies and summarising insights to inform decision making.
Essential Skills
- Data analysis and converting this to actionable strategies
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills
- Able to influence decisions, demonstrates collaborative approach
- Ability to think strategically and practically deliver
- Excellent ability to co-ordinate a variety of projects simultaneously in a multi-stakeholder environment
· Problem solving approach, giving strategic direction
· Process review and improvement skills
Key Experience
- Leading and delivering digital projects and outcomes
- Leading email strategy and function
- Ensuring best practice and compliance
- Performance measurement and reporting skills
- Team leadership
- Managing relationships with suppliers and agencies
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


