Communications engagement manager jobs

Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.

Philanthropy is a core pillar of Acorns income strategy, delivering transformational income through Major Donors, high-level Family Trusts and Foundations, alongside their Celebrity Ambassador Programme.

Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, the role will be responsible for securing gifts from high-net-worth-individuals and family foundations. Contributing to a team income target of £1.5m, you will drive the stewardship of existing relationships and cultivation of new prospects, building a robust pipeline of future supporters.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a charity with a clear fundraising strategy, ambitious future appeals and a compelling case for support. Working closely with senior leaders, trustees and ambassadors, the successful candidate will help inspire transformational investment in Acorns’ work while representing the organisation with professionalism, warmth and credibility.

Working arrangements: Hybrid, 2 days per week at preferred location (Birmingham, Worcester or Walsall)

As Philanthropy Manager, you will:

• Report to the Head of Philanthropy and manage a portfolio of existing (4- to 6-figure) and prospective major donors and family foundations, taking time to understand their motivations, interests and capacity to give
• Support a team major giving income target of c.£1.5m through securing five- and six-figure donations and multi-year commitments
• Shape and drive new business activity to secure new high-value prospects and strengthen the philanthropy pipeline
• Leverage networks across trustees, senior leadership and ambassadors
• Develop compelling, high-quality proposals, cases for support and tailored communications that clearly articulate Acorns’ impact and funding priorities
• Deliver an exceptional donor experience and stewardship journey, ensuring supporters feel valued, informed and inspired
• Feed into pipelines, budgets and forecasts, providing regular reporting on activity, performance against targets and KPIs
• Work collaboratively across Fundraising and the wider organisation to maximise philanthropic opportunities and supporter engagement

Essential skills and experience:

• Major donor fundraising experience is necessary to be considered for this role, with a track record of managing the full donor journey from research and identification through cultivation, solicitation and long-term stewardship
• Track record of personally securing 5-figure gifts, including some from self-generated prospects and new donor relationships
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to establish credibility and rapport with HNWIs and senior internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of developing and managing donor pipelines and maintaining accurate prospect plans
• Experience of writing compelling funding proposals and impact reports
• Ability to travel independently across the Acorns region
• A proactive, self-motivated and organised approach, with the confidence to represent Acorns externally and engage effectively with senior stakeholders

Desirable, but not essential:

• Experience of securing six-figure gifts from major donors and/or family foundations through relationship-led fundraising rather than application-led approaches
• Strong track record of identifying, cultivating and converting prospective donors, with experience building and developing major donor pipelines
• Experience of working with, managing or developing celebrity ambassador relationships and engagement programmes

Employee benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5 days holiday buyback scheme
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
• Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
• Discounted gym membership

Contract Type: Maternity Cover 12 months

Location: London (Flexible working with a minimum of 2 days in the office)

Interviews: Monday 13th July 2026

Help Grow our Individual Giving Programme to Support Young People

Every day at The King's Trust, we help young people build the confidence and skills they need to succeed. Behind every life-changing opportunity is a supporter who believes in their potential.

We're looking for an experienced and creative fundraiser to help grow and run the daily management of our Individual Giving programme, inspiring more people to support our work and become loyal, long-term champions of young people across the UK. The Individual Giving Manager is a maternity cover role for one year, starting September 2026.

You'll lead the development and delivery of engaging fundraising appeals across digital and offline channels, creating exceptional supporter experiences that encourage one-off donors to become regular givers. Working closely with colleagues across Fundraising and Brand and Marketing, you'll use data insight, creativity and organisational skills to build meaningful supporter journeys and maximise engagement.

You'll manage campaigns from concept through to evaluation, monitor performance against targets and budgets, and ensure all activity meets fundraising and compliance standards. You'll also support the development of our Individual Giving and Legacies Executive and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

What you'll bring

• Experience of delivering successful individual giving or direct marketing appeals.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Confidence using data and insight to drive performance and improve supporter engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a flair for inspiring action.
• Knowledge of fundraising compliance and supporter stewardship and journeys best practice.
• A passion for helping young people and communicating the impact of our work.

If you're excited by the opportunity to combine creativity, data and purpose to grow supporter engagement and income, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help more young people build brighter futures.

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 Individual Giving Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Individual Giving Managers! 

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! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• 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 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Partnerships and Engagement Manager

As part of our ambition to reach more families and secure the long-term sustainability of services, we are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Partnerships and Engagement Manager to help expand our client’s profile, build meaningful partnerships, and create new opportunities for support across the South West.

This is a newly created and strategically important role focused on developing new relationships with businesses, community organisations, professional networks, and other stakeholders who share a commitment to improving outcomes for children with disabilities and additional needs.

Position: Partnerships and Engagement Manager

Location: Home-based with regular travel across the South West and attendance at the National Therapy Assessment Centre, Bridgwater.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £37,000 - £41,250 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 7th July 2026

About the Role

Through the evidence-based Therapy Programmes and National Therapy Assessment Centre in Bridgwater, the organisation delivers life-changing outcomes for families across the UK. Acting as a key ambassador, you will represent the charity across the region, identifying opportunities to raise awareness, build engagement, and develop partnerships that support this work.

You will help maximise the Therapy Assessment Centre as an engagement hub, encouraging prospective supporters and partners to visit, learn more about the services, and get involved meaningfully.

Working with fundraising, communications, retail, and service delivery teams, you will strengthen regional presence, generate support, increase awareness, and contribute to sustainable income growth through corporate partnerships, Charity of the Year relationships, community engagement, networking, and strategic introductions.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Regional Partnerships & Engagement
• Partnership Development
• Corporate Partnerships & Charity of the Year Opportunities
• Networking, Outreach & Profile Raising
• National Therapy Assessment Centre Engagement
• Income Generation & Opportunity Development
• Collaboration & Organisational Development
• Governance, Compliance & Reporting

You will spend significant time meeting supporters, partners, and stakeholders across the South West. Applicants should therefore be based within the region and comfortable with regular travel, including visits to Bridgwater, as well as attendance at networking, partnership, and engagement events.

About You

While experience within the charity sector or fundraising would be advantageous, it is not essential. We are equally interested in candidates with strong networking, business development, account management, partnership development, sales, marketing, or stakeholder engagement experience. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building relationships, identifying opportunities, and nurturing partnerships that deliver long-term value.

This role is ideally suited to someone who is self-motivated, confident in representing an organisation externally and passionate about creating connections that make a meaningful difference.

The role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families whilst developing a rewarding career within an ambitious charity. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the charity’s future, building the relationships, partnerships and profile needed to ensure more children and families can access our life-changing support for years to come.

You will have experience of:

• Relationship development, business development, partnership management, stakeholder engagement, account management, sales, membership development, or income-generating activity.
• Developing new opportunities, partnerships, or strategic relationships.
• Influencing, and relationship-building
• Managing pipelines, opportunities, or stakeholder relationships through to successful outcomes.

You will need to have a full driving licence, access to a vehicle and willingness to travel extensively across the South West.

The charity is an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees.

Other roles you may have experience with could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer, Business Development Officer, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, Sales, Marketing Officer, Marketing Executive, Partnerships Officer, Engagement Officer.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Policy and Public Affairs Officer (Devolved Nations)

£34,839 pa plus excellent benefits

Home-based

35 hours per week, full-time

Permanent

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking a talented and motivated Policy and Public Affairs Officer to join our Devolved Nations team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to policy development, advocacy and communications activity that helps improve child health outcomes across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

Working as part of the Policy and Public Affairs (Devolved Nations) team, you will play an important role in supporting the College’s policy and public affairs priorities. You will help build relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, support advocacy campaigns, develop policy positions and create engaging communications content that raises the profile of child health issues across the devolved nations. 

This varied and rewarding role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including paediatricians, senior College Officers, politicians, government officials, charities and healthcare organisations. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Supporting the development of policy positions specific to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, ensuring they reflect the needs of RCPCH members and have influence across the wider UK policy landscape 

• Drafting consultation responses, policy briefings, reports and stakeholder communications on child health and paediatric issues

• Providing expertise and advice on the political, governmental and health service landscape within the devolved nations 

• Supporting the delivery of public affairs and stakeholder engagement activity, helping to build productive relationships with governments, policymakers and health sector organisations

• Producing content for websites, social media, newsletters and other digital communications channels to support advocacy and engagement objectives

• Drafting media content, including quotes, press releases and briefing materials, in collaboration with colleagues across the College

• Supporting senior College Officers and staff during meetings and engagement with policymakers and external stakeholders 

• Coordinating and supporting the work of Executive Committees across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

• Assisting with administrative and financial processes, including invoice processing and supplier registration 

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the College to maximise the impact of policy, communications and public affairs activity 

Essential skills and experience include:

• Demonstrable experience in policy, public affairs, communications or a related field 

• Strong knowledge and understanding of policy and legislative processes in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland

• Experience producing high-quality policy and communications outputs, including consultation responses, policy briefings, reports and media content

• Experience creating engaging content for digital channels, including websites, social media and email communications

• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills 

• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Desirable: 

• Experience working within healthcare, government, a membership organisation or the third sector 

• Knowledge of public health, health inequalities or wider health service issues

• Experience working on issues relating to children and young people

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and employs around 200 staff across the UK. Our devolved nations teams play a vital role in ensuring that the needs of children and young people are represented at every level of government and policy-making.

Our values – Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire – are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

We operate a flexible and modern hybrid working policy. While this role is home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, travel across the devolved nations and occasional travel elsewhere in the UK will be required.

Policy and Public Affairs Officer (Devolved Nations)

£34,839 pa plus excellent benefits

Home-based

35 hours per week, full-time

Permanent

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking a talented and motivated Policy and Public Affairs Officer to join our Devolved Nations team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to policy development, advocacy and communications activity that helps improve child health outcomes across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

Working as part of the Policy and Public Affairs (Devolved Nations) team, you will play an important role in supporting the College’s policy and public affairs priorities. You will help build relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, support advocacy campaigns, develop policy positions and create engaging communications content that raises the profile of child health issues across the devolved nations. 

This varied and rewarding role offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including paediatricians, senior College Officers, politicians, government officials, charities and healthcare organisations. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Supporting the development of policy positions specific to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, ensuring they reflect the needs of RCPCH members and have influence across the wider UK policy landscape 

• Drafting consultation responses, policy briefings, reports and stakeholder communications on child health and paediatric issues

• Providing expertise and advice on the political, governmental and health service landscape within the devolved nations 

• Supporting the delivery of public affairs and stakeholder engagement activity, helping to build productive relationships with governments, policymakers and health sector organisations

• Producing content for websites, social media, newsletters and other digital communications channels to support advocacy and engagement objectives

• Drafting media content, including quotes, press releases and briefing materials, in collaboration with colleagues across the College

• Supporting senior College Officers and staff during meetings and engagement with policymakers and external stakeholders 

• Coordinating and supporting the work of Executive Committees across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

• Assisting with administrative and financial processes, including invoice processing and supplier registration 

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the College to maximise the impact of policy, communications and public affairs activity 

Essential skills and experience include:

• Demonstrable experience in policy, public affairs, communications or a related field 

• Strong knowledge and understanding of policy and legislative processes in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland

• Experience producing high-quality policy and communications outputs, including consultation responses, policy briefings, reports and media content

• Experience creating engaging content for digital channels, including websites, social media and email communications

• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines

• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills 

• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

Desirable: 

• Experience working within healthcare, government, a membership organisation or the third sector 

• Knowledge of public health, health inequalities or wider health service issues

• Experience working on issues relating to children and young people

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and employs around 200 staff across the UK. Our devolved nations teams play a vital role in ensuring that the needs of children and young people are represented at every level of government and policy-making.

Our values – Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire – are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

We operate a flexible and modern hybrid working policy. While this role is home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, travel across the devolved nations and occasional travel elsewhere in the UK will be required.

Closing date: 6 July 2026

Supporter Acquisition & Development Manager

Reporting to:

Head of Fundraising

Location:

Hybrid / Leatherhead (UK-wide considered)

Salary:

£35,000 – £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Role purpose

This is a critical, income-generating role responsible for growing Perennial’s Individual Giving programme and increasing unrestricted income, with a primary focus on supporter acquisition and on supporter development and retention.

This role translates strategy into delivery by converting audiences into supporters, and supporters into income, so our Services team can provide meaningful impact in people’s lives and income into meaningful impact.

You will own and deliver acquisition income targets, and working with our Marketing team lead on the development of audience-led, multi-channel campaigns that attract, convert and retain supporters.

This is an opportunity to build and scale Perennial’s Individual Giving programme from an early stage, shaping propositions, channels and supporter journeys to drive sustainable growth.

Working closely with our marketing and digital teams, you will turn awareness of Perennial into measurable income and long-term supporter value.

Key responsibilities

1. Acquisition strategy, income ownership & growth

· Develop and deliver a data-led Individual Giving acquisition strategy, aligned to organisational income goals

· Own and deliver annual acquisition income targets, with clear accountability for ROI and performance

·  Plan and work with our Marketing and Digital teams to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns, leading on the who and the why

· Build and scale regular giving acquisition, as a core long-term income stream

· Develop, test and refine compelling fundraising propositions that convert audiences into donors

· Work collaboratively to identify, test and scale new acquisition channels and opportunities

· Manage and optimise an acquisition budget, ensuring strong return on investment

2. Audience insight, segmentation & targeting

· Identify and prioritise high-value target audiences, including horticulture professionals, industry supporters and the wider public

· Develop clear audience segments and personas, based on behaviours, motivations and values

· Use CRM and campaign insight to drive targeted, personalised acquisition activity

· Ensure all activity is audience-led, insight-driven and performance-focused

3. Campaign delivery, testing & optimisation

· Lead end-to-end campaign delivery from planning through to evaluation and optimisation, working with Marketing to deliver effective branded, cross channel content.

· Implement a test-and-learn approach, continuously improving messaging and targeting

• Monitor and report on key performance metrics, including CPA,ROI and LTV
• Extend campaign lifecycles and maximise value through integrated, multi-channel planning

4. Supporter development & retention

· Design and deliver effective supporter journeys, moving individuals through a typical supporter lifecycle

· Deliver high-quality stewardship and supporter care, including welcome journeys

· Support progression into regular giving  and mid-value giving

· Lead the development of legacy giving within the fundraising programme, working closely with the Head of Fundraising to build a sustainable pipeline.

5. Content, propositions & engagement

• Lead the development and testing of fundraising propositions that clearly communicate impact, urgency and relevance to the horticulture sector

· Work with Marketing & Communications to deliver storytelling-led, conversion-focused content

· Ensure messaging is audience-specific, emotionally engaging and income-driven

6. Data, CRM & insight

• Work closely with Data/CRM colleagues to ensure accurate segmentation and data selection and develop effective campaign tracking and reporting
• Use data and insight to optimise campaign performance, enhance audience targeting and conversion rates, and increase overall supporter lifetime value.
• Ensure all fundraising activity complies with relevant regulations and standards, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Fundraising Regulator guidance, and Gift Aid requirements.

Scope & resources

· Responsibility for Individual Giving acquisition performance and income growth

· Management of an annual acquisition budget (to be developed and scaled)

· Access to internal expertise across fundraising, marketing, digital and data

· Opportunity to shape agency relationships and campaign delivery

Success measures (KPIs)

· Delivery of annual acquisition income targets

· Growth in new supporters and donors recruited

· Improved cost per acquisition (CPA)

· Increased conversion rates and ROI

· Growth in regular giving numbers and value

· Improved retention and lifetime value (LTV)

Person Specification

Essential experience

· Proven track record of delivering successful acquisition or Individual Giving campaigns that meet income or growth targets

· Experience managing multi-channel marketing or fundraising campaigns

· Good understanding of digital acquisition and direct marketing techniques

· Experience managing budgets and analysing performance data

· Experience using CRM systems for segmentation, targeting and reporting

Skills & competencies

· Strong commercial and income-driven mindset

· Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills

· Ability to translate insight into high-performing campaigns

· Strong project and campaign management skills

Personal attributes

· Results-driven, proactive and accountable

· Comfortable working in a target-driven, performance-focused environment

· Collaborative and solutions-oriented

· Motivated by delivering measurable impact through income generation

· Interest in horticulture or the outdoors (desirable)

Why join Perennial

This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a growing Individual Giving programme within a respected national charity supporting people across the horticulture industry.

You will play a central role in turning engagement into income, helping ensure more people can access vital support before crisis happens.

The role offers:

· Real ownership and accountability

· Opportunity to shape strategy and delivery

· Scope to grow income and to make a tangible difference to people’s lives

Events and Communications Officer - TechFirst (London and South East)

Salary: £32,000

Help bring TechFirst to life through inspiring events and engaging communications

Are you an organised and creative communicator who enjoys bringing people together? Do you have experience supporting events, creating engaging content, and ensuring stakeholders have a great experience?

We're looking for an Events and Communications Officer to support the successful delivery of the Tech First programme across the region.

Working alongside the Education Engagement Coordinator and Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating events, promoting opportunities, communicating with stakeholders, and showcasing the impact of the programme.

About Us

STEM Learning’s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people’s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone.

To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc.

TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and connect with employers and industry professionals.

By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we create inspiring opportunities that help young people develop the confidence, knowledge, and aspirations needed for the future workforce.

The Role

This varied and exciting role combines event coordination, stakeholder communications, and programme promotion.

You will support the planning and delivery of events, workshops, careers activities, and employer engagement opportunities across the region. You will also develop communications that encourage participation, celebrate success, and raise the profile of the programme amongst schools, employers, volunteers, and partners.

From coordinating event logistics and participant communications to producing newsletters, case studies, and social media content, you will help ensure that all stakeholders have a positive and engaging experience of the programme.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will have experience supporting events, communications, stakeholder engagement, or programme delivery activities.

You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be confident creating content for a variety of audiences and channels.

A proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across the regional team to maximise engagement and programme impact.

Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic about helping young people access opportunities that can inspire their future education and career choices.

The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening work to support events and stakeholder engagement activities.

By joining us, you’ll:

Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike.

Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers.

Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.

Gain the opportunity to grow professionally.

Our Benefits

30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday)

Access to an attractive pension scheme

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week

Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year

A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more

Location

Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, colleges, partner organisations, and programme events.

Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York.

Next Steps

Click to apply and you will be directed to our website.

You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East).

Closing date: Midnight on 21st June 2026

1st stage interviews: 29th June 2026 (online)

2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)

Planning & Integration Manager - 12-month FTC

It starts with community – and so does everything we do at The National Lottery Community Fund (the Fund). As the UK's largest community funder, we will distribute over £4 billion by 2030 to projects that strengthen society and improve lives. Our UK-wide Communications & Engagement Team is at the heart of telling that story, and we're looking for an exceptional Planning and Integration Manager to join us on a 12-month maternity cover basis.

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most ambitious periods in the Fund's history. As we enter phase two of our It Starts With Community strategy, our communications are more important than ever – positioning the Fund as a credible, influential voice on community resilience, cohesion and change. You'll be the operational linchpin that turns our strategic ambitions into coordinated, measurable reality.

Role Expectations

Working closely with the Head of Communications Strategy and the wider communications leadership team, you'll bring together integrated plans for our media, marketing, digital and external affairs functions, ensuring clear milestones, measurable outcomes, and efficient use of resources. If you're energised by complexity, thrive on bringing order and clarity to busy teams, and care about the power of communications to make a difference, this role is for you.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing design and delivery of planning and project management tools and systems across the Communications & Engagement function.
• Acting as the central point of contact/traffic manager between Communications teams and the rest of the Fund, managing incoming requests and allocating resources effectively.
• Developing project dashboards and reporting tools that track delivery progress and highlight risks or dependencies to drive project decisions and provide business insights.
• Establishing, monitoring and evaluating integrated objectives and metrics across media, marketing, digital and external affairs, ensuring our campaigns are based on evidence and focused on outcomes.
• Managing a team of two Communications Assistants.​

Skills & Requirements

You'll bring a strong track record in planning and delivering integrated communications activities in a complex organisation, with proven experience in operational planning, resource management and building effective planning frameworks across multiple teams. You'll be confident using data and analytics to drive operational improvements, and skilled at working across and between teams in a matrix environment.

Experience in people management is essential, as is the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels. A background in communications or marketing agency planning would be an advantage, as would familiarity with the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.

We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, and Newtown. The role requires semi-frequent travel to other offices.

Interview details:

• Date: July 22nd and 23rd
• Format: Online
• Location: UK-wide

We will be hosting a briefing session on Thursday 18th June, 11am. To register for the session or for any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the recruitment team.

How to apply:

Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.

Essential Criteria

• Strong track record in planning and delivering integrated communications activities in a complex organisation to deliver against organisational KPIs.
• Experience in operational planning and resource management across multiple teams, with proven ability to build and maintain effective planning frameworks and processes.
• Success in stakeholder management and matrix working.
• Experience using data and analytics to improve operational effectiveness.
• Experience in people management and development.

 Desirable Criteria

• Background in communications or marketing agency planning.
• Relevant project management qualification.
• Understanding of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ​

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.  

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.) 

Job Title:Subscriptions Manager (part-time)

Salary:£27,000 per annum (£45,000 p.a. full-time equivalent)

Location:Hybrid: Working time split between your Home and our London Office 

Hours of work:Part-time (21 hours per week)

Reporting to:Publishing Director

At Premier, the UK’s Christian Media Mission Agency, our mission is to help people encounter God through media and experience renewal. We create thoughtful, biblically grounded content that reaches Christians from all backgrounds through radio, magazines, podcasts, digital platforms and more.

We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Subscriptions Manager to help shape the future growth of our print and digital magazine brands. This is a unique opportunity for someone who combines strong commercial instincts with a passion for Christian media and audience engagement.

Role Overview

As our Subscriptions Manager, you’ll own and drive the acquisition, retention and growth of Premier’s print and digital magazine subscribers.

You will work closely with editorial, marketing, data, digital telemarketing and events teams, acting as the single point of ownership for subscription performance across the organisation. You will create and deliver a subscription growth strategy, make evidence-based decisions on pricing, offers and paywalls, leading cross-functional activity to deliver sustainable growth in recurring revenue and strengthen relationships with our audiences. You’ll be responsible for optimising pricing and offers, improving subscriber journeys, reducing churn and identifying new opportunities to increase recurring revenue. 

This is a senior commercial role with significant accountability and influence, ideal for someone who enjoys using insight, experimentation and collaboration to deliver measurable results.

Key responsibilities:

• Own subscriber acquisition, retention and growth targets with clear KPIs
• Lead subscription performance reviews and trading discussions
• Develop and optimise pricing, offers, promotions and conversion journeys
• Shape subscription and paywall strategies through data-led decision making
• Manage the full subscriber lifecycle, from acquisition through to retention and win-back
• Identify and reduce churn through insight-driven improvements
• Oversee acquisition activity across channels (email, website, radio, podcast, social media, events)
• Explore new opportunities for audience and subscription growth
• Partner with editorial and content teams to maximise subscriber engagement
• Lead audience insight and research initiatives
• Collaborate with marketing teams to focus investment on the most effective growth opportunities

About you

You’ll have:

•Proven experience of owning and growing subscriptions, memberships or recurring revenue

•Strong understanding of acquisition funnels, retention, churn and customer lifetime value

•Experience of working across marketing, editorial and data teams

•Confidence making commercial decisions on pricing, offers and conversion

•A data-led, test-and-learn approach

•Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience in publishing, magazines or media is desirable, as is knowledge of the UK Christian community.

Please note that Premier is a Christian media agency and there is an occupational requirement for applicants to have a personal Christian faith and a commitment to Premier’s mission to help people encounter God through media. 

If you’re excited at the sound of this role and you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Information for candidates

Why Join Premier?

Premier offers a great place to work, with people that support, encourage and look after one another. You will love coming into work, both in person and virtually!

Competitive salary and benefits package:

•Flexible, hybrid working arrangements based on the requirements of the role

•25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)

•Additional leave on your birthday

•Contributory pension scheme

•Life Assurance scheme

•Employee Assistance with online GP scheme

•Eye care scheme

•Enhanced Family leave and Pay

In addition we offer:

•Mission-Driven Work: Take the opportunity to make a tangible impact by contributing to a mission that reaches millions of people.

•Dynamic Team Culture: Join a supportive, creative, and passionate team that values innovation and collaboration.

•Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing professional development in a role where your contributions are truly valued.

Are you able to build excellent relationships? Do you have fundraising or customer service experience? Can you adapt your communications to a wide range of audiences?

Then we might have the perfect job for you!

Title: Supporter Engagement Assistant
Reports to: Supporter Engagement Coordinator
Hours of Work: Both Full time and part time hours available (21 – 35 hours per week)
Salary: £23,853 per annum, FTE
Based: Bristol – Office base at County Gates, BS3 2JH

About Us

We are Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, dedicated to providing air ambulance and critical care services across Bristol, North Somerset, Bath & North East Somerset, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and parts of Wiltshire. From volunteers to Specialist Paramedics, from senior Consultants to retail and fundraising staff, we are a team, working to save lives that would otherwise be lost. We seek to continually develop and adapt our activities to meet the needs of local communities, whilst impacting nationally and influencing global pre-hospital care. Our work is deeply satisfying, and every member of the team is committed to this service, and to saving as many lives as we can.

About You and The Role

At Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, we’re looking for a new Supporter Engagement Assistant to support our regional team. This role focuses on providing excellent stewardship for supporters and former patients across the communities we serve. It also calls for real passion – for our cause, for the people we help, and most importantly, for the people who help us save lives.

We’re looking for someone who is dedicated to doing their best, a person who can work independently but can collaborate within and beyond their team, who has compassion for our supporters and stakeholders and who is curious about exploring new approaches and keen to learn and develop. Whilst having experience of working with a charity would be beneficial, it is not essential. The successful candidate will have great customer service and communication skills as well as the ability to manage and develop projects. This role may suit a career changer who can demonstrate transferable skills.

GWAAC is a great cause to fundraise for, we have amazing stories to tell and experiences to offer. Our work is very rewarding for our team too – at GWAAC we know that we are contributing to saving local lives every week. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for that.

You would be joining GWAAC at an exciting time, as the charity continues to grow and innovate in the field of pre-hospital care. You will be supported in developing your skills and be part of a dedicated team committed to saving local lives.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 10th July 2026
N.B. Applications may close prior to the deadline if sufficient high-quality applications are received.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

GWAAC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. GWAAC puts people first and upholds a culture of safeguarding.

Please contact us if you require reasonable adjustments.

No agencies please.

Reference Number: V574 

Job Title: Engagement Manager

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid – office, home, community-based)  

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31 Dec 2026 (extension funding dependent)

Hours:31.5 hours per week

Salary: £23,062 pro rata (£25,625 Full Time Equivalent)

DBS/PVG:Enhanced Level DBS

Job Family: Job Family 3

Line Manager: Senior Project Manager 

Start Date:ASAP - July or August 2026

Volunteering Matters   
Who we are 
 
At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change. 

Creating stronger communities through the power of volunteering 

 Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across the UK.

Since 1962, we’ve used our influence to champion volunteering as a powerful tool to build a thriving, resilient society. Our projects are co-created with the people and communities we work alongside: an approach that encourages our participants to become future volunteers and leaders, not just beneficiaries.

We understand the pressures of day-to-day life and create flexible, inclusive opportunities for people at all stages of life. And beyond delivering projects on the ground, we use our voice to shape policy and practice – ensuring volunteering stays recognised, supported and sustainable for generations to come. 

What we do 
 
We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people. 

How we do this 
We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities. 

• We remove barriers to volunteering and social action, making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part. 
   

• We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change. 
   

• We help volunteers beyond their first experience, offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities. 
   

• We connect businesses with communities, creating meaningful employee volunteering projects. 
   

• We show the impact of volunteering and social action, proving how it changes lives for the better. 

  Role Purpose 
 
The Home from Hospital project in Newcastle is funded by the Northeast and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Preventing readmissions to hospital is crucial for the NHS. Re-admissions cost the NHS over £2 billion per year, and no-one wants to be in hospital when they can be recovering safely and comfortably at home. The project was developed to help enable older people to thrive back at home, and in the community, while at the same time supporting the NHS.
 
We recruit, train, support and coordinate volunteers, who provide a “little bit of help” to people who may be socially isolated, have health issues, or don’t have many people around them. Volunteers provide social, emotional or practical support, completing short-term tasks. This includes things like helping with shopping, collecting medical prescriptions, in person or telephone check in’s, driving someone to an appointment, helping with paperwork, ensuring the home is safe and secure, and more.

We are looking for a talented, dynamic, and professional Engagement Manager to join our team in Newcastle.The right candidate would be someone with excellent knowledge of “best practice” in Volunteer Management and with experience of supporting older people.

It is essential that the postholder is agile, can work flexibly, is an excellent communicator, and can build strong working relationships with a range of people.

Our Values & Way of Working 

In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.  
Diversity & Inclusion   

Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.   
Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments 

We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter.  
Benefits   

Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer: 

• Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work)  

• Unlimited Annual Leave  

• Employee Pension scheme  

• Life Assurance  

• Cycle to Work Scheme  

• Season Ticket Loan  

• Employee Assistance Programme  

• Enhanced sick and family leave.   

• Lifestyle Discount Scheme   

We are also open to discussing job share applications.   
GDPR Statement   

If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months.  We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records.     
Policy on AI-Generated Applications  

Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI.  
To Apply   

Please send an updated, complete CV and cover letter via the Charity Job Apply button above. In your application clearly state which role you are applying for. In the cover letter please demonstrate how you would fulfil the role requirements, what previous relevant achievements you have (both in life and at work), what skills & experience you can offer, and what you believe you can contribute to Volunteering Matters.   

We welcome applications from everyone, but please note that if we receive an extremely large number of responses, we may close this advert early to fully consider applications. We encourage you to apply promptly so you don’t miss the opportunity to join our community. 

Right to Work in the UK 
Please note that while we hold a license to sponsor employees on a skilled worker visa, the number of applications we can make each year is very limited. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship, therefore, you must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position. 

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our Advice Centre at NTSU as we deliver our ambitious new strategy focused on student advocacy, belonging and care.

You’ll lead our Advice Centre, ensuring students receive high quality advice, representation and advocacy when they need it most. But this role is about much more than managing casework.

We're looking for someone who can think beyond traditional advice services, using insight, evidence and student experiences to influence change across the University and improve outcomes for students. You'll play a key role in identifying emerging issues, championing student interests and ensuring student voices help shape policy, practice and decision making.

Working closely with colleagues across Membership Services, you'll build strong partnerships with our Student Voice team to drive advocacy work and support elected officers and student representatives. You'll also work alongside our Opportunities team to help create a culture of support, belonging and early intervention across all student-facing services.

This role would suit someone who enjoys leading people, developing services and working collaboratively to solve problems. We're looking for someone who is willing to challenge existing ways of working, embrace innovation and help us develop an Advice Centre that is responsive, inclusive and genuinely student-led.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading and developing NTSU's Advice Centre, ensuring students have access to high-quality advice, advocacy and representation.
• Managing and supporting a team of advisors, creating a positive culture of learning, development and continuous improvement.
• Working directly with students on complex and sensitive cases, providing advice, advocacy and support through University procedures.
• Using casework trends, student insight and evidence to influence institutional policy and practice and improve the student experience.
• Working closely with the Student Voice team to support elected officers, student representatives and campaigns that drive positive change for students.
• Building strong partnerships across NTSU and NTU to ensure students receive joined-up, student-centred support.
• Leading service development and exploring new approaches, technologies and ways of working that improve accessibility and impact.
• Acting as NTSU's Designated Safeguarding Officer and ensuring appropriate support and interventions are in place.
• Monitoring service performance, quality and impact, ensuring the service continues to evolve in line with student needs and sector best practice.

What we're looking for:

• A passionate advocate for students who believes in the power of representation, influence and student voice.
• An experienced manager who can motivate, support and develop others.
• Someone with experience of advice, advocacy, casework or support services, ideally within Higher Education, Students' Unions, charities or similar environments.
• A collaborative leader who enjoys building relationships and working across teams to achieve shared goals.
• Someone who is comfortable using data, insight and evidence to identify issues and influence change.
• A creative thinker who is willing to challenge convention, embrace innovation and explore new ways of supporting students.
• A confident communicator who can build credibility with students, colleagues and senior stakeholders.
• Someone who is committed to inclusion, fairness and ensuring all students can access the support they need.

Why work for NTSU?

At NTSU, you'll be part of a supportive and ambitious organisation that exists to make students' lives better. Working as the Advice & Advocacy Manager not only positions you at the heart of delivering meaningful impact on students every day but also offers a range of benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth.

• Generous Paid Holiday: Enjoy 33 days of paid time off, allowing ample time for rest, recreation, and personal pursuits.  New staff start with 20 days holiday, 8 bank holidays and 5 closure days
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL): We understand the importance of work-life balance. That's why we offer TOIL for extra hours worked, ensuring you have time to recharge
• Competitive Pension Contribution: With a 4-6% pension contribution, we invest in your future, helping ensure your financial stability post-retirement
• Flexible Working: We embrace flexibility, offering arrangements that can help you balance your professional and personal life effectively
• Salary Progression Based on Performance: Your hard work and dedication won't go unnoticed. We reward performance with salary increases within a band, reflecting your value to our team
• Travel Pass Loan and Wage Loan: Ease your commute and manage unexpected expenses with our travel pass and wage loan benefits
• Enhanced Sick Pay: We support our employees during difficult times with enhanced sick pay, ensuring you can focus on your health when you need it most
• Training and Development Opportunities: Grow with us. We offer numerous opportunities for professional development, helping you expand your skills and advance your career
• Enhanced Parental Leave: We support new parents with 3 weeks of paid paternity leave, enhanced maternity leave and shared parental leave ensuring you can spend invaluable time with your new family member
• Free eye tests and financial contribution towards glasses required for computer work
• Free annual flu jabs

SUPPORTER DATA & ENGAGEMENT MANAGER

Are you a data-savvy relationship builder with a heart for Christian mission? Do you love the combination of clean CRM data and genuine human connection - and believe the two make each other better?

• Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) – open to exploring part-time 
• Location: Hybrid / Eynsham office with flexibility to work from home

International Mission to Jewish People (IMJP) is a nearly 200-year-old mission agency with a clear and enduring calling: to share the Good News of Jesus the Messiah with Jewish people all over the world. As we enter an exciting new season of growth, we are looking for a Supporter Data & Engagement Manager to sit at the heart of our fundraising function.

The Role

This is a dual-focus position, roughly equal parts data and relationship. You will be the organisation's primary expert on Charity CRM - maintaining data quality, building reports and dashboards, and ensuring the whole team has the insight it needs to make good decisions. 

At the same time, you will play a hands-on role in supporter stewardship: developing personalised donor journeys, managing engagement events, and making sure every supporter feels valued and connected to the work their giving makes possible.

You will bring:

• Substantial experience working with a CRM system (Charity CRM preferred), including data management, querying, and segmentation
• Proven ability to build reports and dashboards and translate data insight clearly for non-technical audiences
• Demonstrable experience in supporter engagement, stewardship, or donor relationship management
• Strong understanding of data quality principles, UK GDPR, and data protection best practice
• Experience planning and delivering supporter or stakeholder events
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – warm, proactive, and genuinely relational

Experience of CRM migration projects, Power BI, Gift Aid administration, or working within a charity or membership organisation would be a real advantage.

If you would like an informal conversation, please contact Adam Stacey at Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications should be submitted via the Charisma website and include a CV and supporting statement. Please see the candidate pack for full details.

All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of IMJP. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Closing date: 7 July 2026

Please note that applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Role Purpose

The Supporter Engagement Assistant is responsible for growing support for Bassetlaw Foodbank through partnerships, fundraising and community engagement. The role focuses on developing relationships with local businesses, organisations, volunteers and supporters to increase income, donations, and awareness of the charity’s work tackling poverty.

The post holder will represent the charity in the community, identify new opportunities to expand support and generate income, organise donation drives and events, and manage volunteers.

Outdoor and community-based working will be a regular part of the role, with occasional weekend working required.

About us

Bassetlaw Foodbank (BFB) was established in 2012 to tackle food insecurity across the district of Bassetlaw. Since 2020 the charity has expanded to tackle poverty on multiple fronts, running projects that focus both on the affordability and accessibility of food. We support residents of Bassetlaw who are in crisis, and those at risk of falling into crisis.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Income Generation

• Work towards agreed income generation targets.
• Approach and strengthen relationships with organisations, with a focus on corporate partnerships, to drive in additional funding for the charity.
• Develop and deliver community fundraising activities to increase income.
• Take the lead on income and donation generating activities, like standing at Retford Market, Charter Day and in store donation drives.
• Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities including events, campaigns and community initiatives.
• Encourage individual and community donations through creative fundraising approaches.
• Support the development of donation drives and appeals.

Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Build partnerships with local businesses, faith groups, schools and community organisations.
• Strengthen relationships with existing partners including local third sector organisations.
• Represent the charity at community meetings, events and networking opportunities.
• Identify collaborative opportunities with other organisations to expand support and impact.
• Encourage opportunities for corporate fundraising on behalf of BFB.

Donation Drives & Community Campaigns

• Organise and coordinate donation drives for food and other essential items.
• Engage local organisations and the public to participate in donation campaigns.
• Develop relationships with regular donors and supporters.

Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit, coordinate and support volunteers involved in fundraising and community activities.
• Ensure volunteers feel valued, supported and engaged.
• Provide guidance and oversight for volunteer-led initiatives.

Advocacy & Public Engagement

• Act as a spokesperson and ambassador for BFB in the community.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with supporters and donors.
• Promote the charity’s mission and impact to increase awareness and support.

Growth & Development

• Identify new opportunities to grow the charity’s supporter base.
• Monitor local trends and opportunities for partnership, funding and engagement.
• Contribute ideas and strategies to expand the charity’s reach and sustainability.

Reporting

· Regular reporting to line manager on where activities are in relation to key targets.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in fundraising, community engagement, partnership development, or a similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence representing an organisation in public and community settings.
• Ability to work independently and proactively identify opportunities.
• A willingness to work flexibly within the week determined by operational priorities. 
• Safeguarding training to Level 2 or a willingness to complete.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple activities.
• This role requires the post holder to be able to set up and take down stalls at events so the ability to carry out heavy lifting, following manual handling procedures, is essential.
• Full driver’s licence.

Desirable

• Experience working in the voluntary or community sector.
• Experience working with or coordinating volunteers.
• Knowledge of local community networks.
• Experience organising fundraising events or campaigns.

Personal Qualities

• Passion for tackling poverty and supporting a local community.
• Friendly, approachable and confident communicator.
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative.
• Collaborative and relationship-focused.
• Flexible and willing to work outdoors and in community settings.

About the role

Hours: 22.5 hours a week. We envision working across regular days throughout the week, with flexibility required to be able to attend fundraising and community events and opportunities.

Salary: £16,824 pa. (£28,041 FTE)

Location: The role will be based at Bassetlaw Foodbank’s two offices in Worksop and Retford, but regular travel to events, meetings and other opportunities across the district will be required.

Line Manager: Supporter Engagement Manager

Additional information: Outdoor working and community outreach are regular parts of the role. Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be required to attend events or activities.

This role has been funded The Fore for 12 months, with the likelihood of extension if key targets are met.

Please note that as this role may include working with vulnerable adults so the successful candidate will be subject to a successful DBS check.

Job description

Contract: 6-month fixed term

Salary: £34K

Location: Oxford, office based or hybrid

Responsible to: Hannah Worker, Regional Programme Manager, Oxon-Bucks Region.

Background

Freshwater Habitats Trust (FHT) is the UK’s leading conservation charity concerned with the protection of freshwater habitats. We are a friendly, evidence-based organisation that works to protect UK and European freshwater wildlife through practical and innovative nature conservation projects. Our organisation is well respected nationally and internationally, and we work with a network of statutory, NGO and private partners both in the UK and the rest of Europe. Freshwater Habitats Trust was originally founded in 1988 (as Pond Conservation) and has a substantial track-record of originating new ideas through research in freshwater biodiversity conservation to inform and drive our practical conservation and policy work.

FHT has a central office in Oxford, and regional hubs in the north of England and the New Forest and out-posted staff in Cornwall and Wales. We run a range of practical projects throughout the Midlands and work with partners on research and policy projects throughout the UK and internationally. Since 2017 we have seconded staff to the Newt Conservation Partnership (NCP), a new community-benefit society established by NatureSpace, Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) and FHT, to create and manage habitats for the NatureSpace District Licensing scheme for great crested newts.

Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire are key areas for Freshwater Habitats Trust’s work. Building on the Trust’s historic work in the county and starting in 2021, Oxfordshire was the first region where we began the implementation of the organisation’s new strategic approach to freshwater conservation, the Freshwater Network. The Freshwater Network is the network of high quality freshwater and wetland habitats, and terrestrial habitats generating clean water across the landscape, that together support our most important freshwater wildlife.

Role

This is a strategically important role within the organisation, offering substantial responsibility and an opportunity for the successful candidate to play a leading role in delivering one of the UK's most ambitious freshwater restoration programmes.

The role will primarily focus on the Ock and Thame Farmers: Floodplains and Freshwaters Project, Ock and Thame Farmers: Freshwaters and Floodplain Restoration, one of Defra's pilot Landscape Recovery projects. Having recently completed its two-year development phase, the project is now entering a critical stage of assurance and negotiations with Defra ahead of implementation.

Key areas of work will include ongoing engagement with land managers, supporting informed decision-making and participation, supporting the establishment of governance and legal structures required for delivery, developing agreements and ecosystem service contracts, undertaking land assessments, and refining habitat designs where required. The project currently involves more than 80 land managers across approximately 7,100 hectares of land in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

In addition to the Landscape Recovery project, the role will involve managing a portfolio of smaller projects across the region. This will include supporting staff delivering catchment monitoring programmes and helping to develop a pipeline of habitat creation and Natural Flood Management opportunities.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of project delivery, working closely with the Programme Manager, Finance Manager, Senior Management Team, project partners, consultants, contractors, and participating land managers.

Key responsibilities

Project management:

· Responsible for work planning, defining tasks and allocating resources.

· Resource, manage and support the project team.

· Responsible for the projects’ budgeting and financial management including: (i) regular reporting to the Project Director and Regional Programme Manager; and (ii) implementation of all financial processes for the projects including regular claiming and reporting funder.

· Responsible for all contract and logistics management

· Responsible for ensuring health and safety procedures are followed, implemented and reported on.

· Track and monitor project progress.

· Present to stakeholders, as required.

· Implement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputs.

· Update all internal management information data systems

Project communications:

· Working with the Freshwater Habitats Trust Communications Team to deliver the communication plans for the projects.

Project development:

· Working with other members of Freshwater Habitats Trust staff and landowner networks to develop future projects to continue our work on the Freshwater Network in the region.

In the longer term there will be opportunities to influence the development of the Freshwater Network concept as it builds and develops in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and adjacent counties.

Additional general responsibilities for the post holder

· Help to build a positive relationship between Freshwater Habitats Trust and its partners.

· Understand and follow Freshwater Habitats Trust’s internal procedures including Health and Safety, information management systems, site protocols etc.

· Work closely and constructively with your manager and colleagues in all areas of your responsibility.

· Undertake other duties as the Senior Management Team may from time to time require.

Knowledge and experience

· Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (at least a 2:1)

· Full current driving licence

· Proven project and budget management skills

· Proven experience of managing multi-partner projects in the field of practical habitat creation and management, including on the ground delivery to deliver practical conservation outcomes

· Experience of staff management

· Good knowledge of restoration ecology for both freshwater and wetland habitats

· Experience of contractor management

· Knowledge of land management stakeholders and policy

· Computer literate: Word and Excel are essential, GIS is desirable

· Proven ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including landowners and the public

· General interest in wildlife

Personal qualities

· Ability to manage workload and competing priorities effectively and meet internal deadlines through effective forward planning

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· Good interpersonal skills - approachable, professional and courteous

· Attention to detail and able to deliver on time

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What we have to offer

At Freshwater Habitats Trust we value employees' unique views and encourage them to develop their interests. We also offer the following benefits:

• Flexible working

• 35-hour week

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension with 6% employer contribution

• Mobile phone allowance

• Free eye tests

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Mileage pay