Community engagement lead jobs

About us

At Leeds Children’s Charity, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience joy, adventure, and a sense of belonging. For over a century, we have been dedicated to brightening children’s lives by offering unforgettable breaks and enriching learning opportunities that create lifelong memories.

Our work focuses on children and young people who face disadvantage, hardship, or difficult circumstances at home. Through safe, nurturing, and inspiring environments, we help them to explore the world around them, build confidence, discover new skills, and simply enjoy being children.

Your Role

The Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship Manager will develop and deliver a strategy to secure, manage, and grow income from corporate supporters and sponsors. The postholder will build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with
businesses across Leeds ensuring companies see clear value in partnering with the charity through sponsorship,  fundraising, and a unique offer of CSR volunteering days at Leeds Children’s Charity at Lineham Farm.

Key responsibilities include

Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement a corporate partnerships and sponsorship strategy aligned to the charity’s overall fundraising plan.
• Identify new corporate and sponsorship prospects, building a healthy pipeline of opportunities.
• Contribute to income forecasts, reporting against agreed targets.

Business Development

• Research, approach and secure new corporate partners and sponsors across a range of sectors.
• Create tailored sponsorship packages for events, programmes and campaigns, ensuring strong return on investment for partners.
• Negotiate partnership and sponsorship agreements that deliver value for both parties.

Relationship Management

• Account manage existing partners and sponsors, ensuring excellent stewardship and high levels of satisfaction.
• Develop creative, engaging partnership activities including staff fundraising and cause-related marketing working with the Marketing Manager, promote payroll giving, volunteering and sponsorship activation.
• Work closely with the Head of Fundraising, CEO, and Trustees to maximise opportunities within their networks.

CSR and Volunteering

• Promote and manage CSR volunteering days at Leeds Children’s Charity, based at Lineham Farm, offering businesses the chance to engage their employees in meaningful, hands-on activities that directly benefit children and the charity.
• Work with delivery teams to ensure CSR days are safe, well-organised and impactful for both participants and the charity.
• Capture and report on the social value and employee engagement benefits of CSR days to strengthen long-term partnerships.

Communications and Promotion

• Work with the Marketing & Communications team to develop compelling partnership and sponsorship materials, case studies.
• Represent the charity at networking events, business forums, and community groups.
• Act as an ambassador for the charity in all corporate engagement.

What we need from you

• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills, with credibility at senior business levels.
• Strong ability to develop and deliver persuasive pitches and proposals.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of the Leeds and Yorkshire business community.
• Experience of using CRM systems to manage pipelines and report progress.
• Proven track record in corporate fundraising, sponsorship, account management, or business development.
• A target-driven mindset with experience of meeting and exceeding income goals.
• Experience of developing and managing sponsorship packages.
• Understanding of corporate CSR/ESG priorities.
• Experience of planning or managing employee volunteering or CSR days.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Ability to travel independently across the region (with driving licence and access to a vehicle).

Qualifications

• 5 x GCSE (including English & Maths) or equivalent
• Recognised fundraising qualification (e.g., Institute of Fundraising certificate)is desirable

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a supporting letter/document outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

For full details about the position, please review the Recruitment Pack attached.

Closing date for applications is Friday 31st October 2025

Proposed interview date Thursday 13th November

Details:

Salary: £33,500 per annum.

Location: The post holder will be contractually based at Hospice House, Britannia Street, London, WC1X 9JG. This role is eligible for the Hospice UK Hybrid Working Arrangement from the start of employment. Our expectation is that you will come to London at least two days each month for team meetings, plus a quarterly ‘all staff’ event, and External Affairs away days a few times a year. The Communications team mostly comes into the office at least once a week on a Wednesday. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time.

Benefits:

• 25 days in the first year, increasing to 27.5 days in the second year of service and 30 days in the third.
• Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
• Support for staff with caring responsibilities
• Family-friendly culture
• Learning and development opportunities
• Enhanced carers and compassionate leave

How to Apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – see below

Closing date for applications: 9 am on Monday 20 October 2025

Interview dates: Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October 2025. Interviews will take place online over MS Teams.

We’ll send assessments and some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process.

Job Information:

As our Membership Communications Officer, you’ll play a vital role in engaging with the people who work in Hospice UK’s 210 member organisations, as well as other key audiences. Your mission will be to deliver clear, engaging and impactful communications that promote awareness of Hospice UK’s work and the wider hospice sector. You will work with powerful personal stories of hospice care, translating deeply moving human stories of grief and compassion into engaging and sensitive content.

Working closely with colleagues in the Membership Engagement and Communications & Campaigns teams, you’ll:

• Create and deliver compelling content across web, email and social media channels.
• Source and produce stories that showcase the incredible work of our members.
• Plan, research and build web pages, and manage social media activity.
• Analyse engagement data to provide insights and continuously improve our communications.

A key part of this role will involve building strong relationships with members through regular communications, meetings and hospice visits, helping you understand their needs and the challenges facing the sector.

About you

Are you a creative communicator who loves making content shine? You’ll have excellent copywriting skills and be able to craft clear, engaging messages for different audiences and channels. Confident in managing social media, you’ll know how to use analytics to track and improve performance. Highly organised, you can deliver communications to large, diverse audiences while working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to create great content.

It’s a bonus if you’re familiar with tools like Canva, Hootsuite or Mailchimp, have experience using analytics tools for social media and websites, or have knowledge of membership organisations.

If you’re interested in this role we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to ask any questions before applying, you can contact Camara (her contact details are available on our website)

You’ll find lots more information in the Candidate Information Pack (available on our website to download).

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, please send us the following documents by 9am on Monday 20 October 2025:

• Your CV. Ideally in Microsoft Word format and less than 3 pages of A4
• A completed supporting statement form (where you can demonstrate how you meet the person specification) - available on our website to download
• A completed equalities monitoring form - available on our website to download.

We will shortlist candidates based on their CV and supporting statements. A briefing of what to expect will be sent in advance to shortlisted candidates.

Closing date for applications: by 9am on Monday 20 October 2025.

We believe in fair recruitment and working to remove bias, so all applications will have identifying indicators removed before being submitted to the shortlisting panel.

Please make sure you provide your contact details in your email. Please note the interview dates above and let us know if there are any accommodations you might need to participate fully in the process. We will try to be flexible.

To be considered for this role you must have the right to live and work in the UK for your application to be progressed. Hospice UK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Could you be a lifeline for someone navigating loss?

We’re looking for a compassionate and resilient individual to join Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind as a Suicide Bereavement Practitioner. In this unique role, you’ll provide vital support to people, families, and communities affected by suicide—helping them find strength, hope, and connection during the most difficult of times.

You’ll be the steady presence that helps someone take their next step, whether through one-to-one support, group sessions, or practical guidance around inquests, funeral arrangements, or workplace communication.

Working within a supportive and collaborative team, you’ll also connect with coroners, NHS partners, schools, police, and local authorities to ensure those impacted by suicide are never left to manage alone.

We’re seeking someone who:

• Brings empathy, professionalism, and resilience to their work.

• Has experience in health, social care, mental health, or bereavement support.

• Can confidently work with vulnerable groups and complex needs.

• Is passionate about improving mental health support and strengthening community responses to suicide.

In return, we’ll invest in your growth and wellbeing, offering:

• A salary of £27,000 FTE

• Flexible hours and hybrid working options.

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)

• Specialist training, supervision, and CPD opportunities

• A collaborative, compassionate team culture where your work truly matters

By joining us, you’ll not only support individuals—you’ll help shape a more compassionate community response to suicide across Swindon and Gloucestershire.

If you’re ready to use your skills to make a difference, get in touch! 

Education Executive

CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

ORGANISATION: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK)

LOCATION: RLSS UK Headquarters - Redhill House, 227 London Road, Worcester, WR5 2JG

DIRECTORATE: Membership & Education

REPORTS TO: Education Manager

SALARY:£27,308 p/a (Grade E)

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Education Executive plays an important role in the facilitation and delivery of RLSS UK’s Education Strategy and will be a key contributor towards our organisation’s goal to ensure everyone can Enjoy Water Safely, Free From Drowning. The role supports the Education Manager with the implementation of educational initiatives throughout the whole of the UK and Ireland and works with both external partners and colleagues within RLSS UK to communicate our vital water safety messages to young people in an accessible, engaging and inclusive way. RLSS UK are leading experts in water safety and this role aims to grow both the number of children that receive our life-saving education but also looks to diversify the audience through adaptable resources and new approaches.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Education Manager and colleagues throughout the organisation to deliver the RLSS UK ‘Education Strategy’, ensuring that that more young people have access to quality water safety education
• Facilitate education pilots and new interventions that are informed by the ‘Education Strategy’
• Administer future developments of RLSS UK’s education packages, ensuring that they are impactful and inclusive
• Work closely with the Volunteering Team to extend the capability of the community to deliver water safety education, providing volunteers, partners, and members with the relevant information and resources, thus standardising the delivery of our education programme
• Communicate regularly with schools, colleges and other educational institutions, encouraging the growth and stewardship of our education workforce, so that RLSS UK is more visible in schools and youth settings across the UK and Ireland
• Deputise for the Education Manager and occasionally represent RLSS UK at wider forums and groups as someone knowledgeable about water safety education
• Work with RLSS UK internal teams to ensure educational resources are up to date, accessible and attractive to a variety of different audiences
• Under direction from the Education Manager, work on new projects and initiatives which particularly seek to make water safety education accessible to ‘harder to reach communities’
• Maintain relationships with external agencies and individuals delivering similar work in the education space to network and elicit best practices
• Support the Education Manager with developing partnership work, empowering and enabling other organisations to deliver RLSS UK water safety education on our behalf
• Have a ‘finger on the pulse’ and an understanding of new initiatives in the educational landscape, with a view to utilising new technologies or methods which could help to increase the reach and impact of our work
• Always demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up to date as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme
• Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all staff and customers

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.  It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes

• Qualified Teaching Assistant or higher
•  At least 5 years’ experience of working in an education setting
• Demonstrable experience of designing educational materials, schemes of work and lesson plans
• An ability to adapt educational materials and resources so that they are inclusive and accessible to all
•  Dynamic and proactive with the ability to generate innovative ideas and solve problems
• The capacity to be a participative member of a group or team and to actively contribute ideas and suggestions
• The ability to relate to, motivate and emphasise with a range of people from different backgrounds
•  Experience of collecting research and insight to inform continued development
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Great at building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of people
• Good team player who works well under pressure and to deadlines
• Good written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate persuasively to a wide range of audiences
• Have good computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office

Disclosure & Barring Service (known as DBS check) 

The role is subject to a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service 

Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes

• An understanding of the lifesaving, lifeguarding and water safety sector/community
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
•  Experience of working with external partners to facilitate educational resources being delivered in the community

WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU

RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including -

• Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
• Private Medical Scheme*
• Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
• Eye Care*
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
• Free RLSS UK Membership
• Free tea and coffee at HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
• Free on-site parking when working from HQ
• Company Events and more!

*Subject to eligibility criteria

YOUR APPLICATION

Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should be our next Education Executive

Closing Date – 5pm, Monday 3rd November 2025

Interview Date – w/c 10th November 2025, at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)

Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.

RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.

Senior Practitioner, LifeSkills Intensive

Service:  LifeSkills

Location: Teesside (Stockton-on Tees, Middlesbrough, Guisborough) - We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details

Hours: 18.5 hours per week (part-time)

Salary: £28,598 - £31,384 FTE per annum (£14,299 - £15,692 per annum for part-time, 18.5 hours per week)

Contract type:  Permanent

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:

At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.

We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the

importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our expanding LifeSkills Intensive team.  You will offer supervision and management oversight to support workers primarily in your geographical area. You will be able to retain your practice experience and hold a small caseload and will be part of a wider supportive LifeSkills team.

LifeSkills supports individuals and families to build their confidence, social networks, financial and employability skills.  LifeSkills Intensive provides 1-1 support to those that are furthest away from employment, education and training.  This service is funded by our corporate partnership with Barclays.

Main Responsibilities:

· To line manage and supervise support workers in a specific geographical area

· Support with the management of referrals into the service, both in terms of service promotion and also decision making /allocation.

· To oversee and develop the service offer and ensure that this is having a positive impact.

· To hold a small caseload.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):

• Experience of supervising, coaching ,mentoring or supporting practitioners.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding issues.
• Strong communication skills and aptitude for building relationships.
• Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service –Enhanced.

Benefits:

• An annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays / of 30 working days plus bank holiday pro rata
• up to 6% matched-pension contributions
• enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
• eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
• cycle to work scheme
• investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities

We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.

To Apply:

• Please apply via our website by following the link and clicking the “Apply Now” link below the advert to fill out our digital application form
• Closing Date: Monday 20th October 2025 at 23:59

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.

*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.

Individual Giving Manager

 Job Description

Salary: £ 40,000 -£45,000 PRO RATA for 0.6 FTE £24,000 to £27,000 per annum 21 hours a week

Contract length: Permanent

Location:Thames21’s main office at the Guildhall, City of London; we also offer hybrid working

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising

About Thames21:

Thames21 is an environmental charity that works with communities to restore and look after rivers, water, and nature across London and the Thames Basin.

Diversity at Thames21

Thames21 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve across London and the Thames Basin. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences.

Purpose of the job:

We are seeking a results-driven and ambitious Individual Giving Manager to lead and grow our individual giving programme from the ground up. This role will deliver inspiring campaigns that boost engagement and drive unrestricted income, helping Thames21 achieve its mission. You’ll join a successful and ambitious fundraising team to support the charity’s growth.

Main duties and responsibilities

Campaigns & Income Growth

• Plan, establish, and deliver Individual Giving at Thames21 to maximise unrestricted income.
• Develop and deliver digital marketing campaigns (social media, e-newsletters) to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors.
• Design and deliver major campaigns such as Christmas/end-of-year giving and Earth Raise in Year 1.
• Produce high-impact, supporter-focused copy for appeals, landing pages, forms, and stewardship content.
• Maintain brand-consistent collateral, templates, and thank-you materials.
• Collaborate across teams to identify IG opportunities and create engaging stories backed by impact data.

• Achieve growth from five- to six-figures over 3 years

• Use test-and-learn approaches to refine campaign performance and donor engagement.

Supporter Journeys & Stewardship

• Ensure Donorfy is configured to support individual giving, maximise income, and strengthen relationships, in consultation with the CRM Manager.
• Design and implement personalised supporter journeys via digital channels (e.g. Mailchimp), with timely follow-ups and tailored messaging.
• Improve retention and upgrade rates using targeted communications and segmentation.
• Ensure high-quality donor touchpoints align with organisational messaging.
• Provide stewardship for community and sports fundraising
• Collaborate on planning and delivery of donor and supporter stewardship events and initiatives.

Data, Insight & Compliance

• Conduct audience research with Communications and Engagement teams to inform campaigns.
• Use segmented data to deliver robust analysis and guide decisions.
• Track and report on KPIs, income, ROI, and retention.
• Maintain GDPR/PECR compliance and fundraising best practice.
• Liaise with Finance on acknowledgements, reporting, and Gift Aid.
• Stay ahead of sector trends and apply new ideas to improve performance.
• Collaborate with the CRM Manager to ensure data integrity and effective segmentation.

Other Duties

This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.

Person Specification

 It is essential that in your application you give evidence or examples of your proven experience in each of the following criteria including the competencies.

Knowledge, skills and competencies:

Essential

Desirable

• Proven experience in the charity sector, ideally in a hands-on role in a small/medium organisation.

• Track record of Individual Giving fundraising, including developing and managing fundraising systems and processes.

• Strong knowledge of Donorfy for segmentation, stewardship, and reporting.

• Proficient in digital fundraising platforms (e.g. JustGiving, Mailchimp), analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics), and social media (LinkedIn, X, Instagram).

• Familiarity with direct debit and regular giving.

• Demonstrable success delivering multichannel fundraising or digital marketing campaigns and managing major appeals (e.g. Big Give).

• Familiarity with and openness to using AI to maximise impact.

• Solid understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, supporter consent, and Gift Aid.

• Competent with Microsoft Office and online marketing tools.

• Experience negotiating and managing external suppliers (e.g. designers).

• Experience targeting diverse audiences and stakeholders

Skills, Abilities and Behaviours

Essential

• Excellent fundraising copywriting and editing skills

• Confident in analysing and interpreting data to inform decisions

• Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines

• Proactive problem-solver, able to work both independently and collaboratively

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• Able to work confidently across departments

• Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour

• Understanding of and commitment to Thames21’s values and goals

Additional Information

•      The post holder must be willing to occasionally work in the evening and at weekends
• · 25 days paid annual leave are available pro rata plus public holidays
• · Thames21 office is closed between Christmas and New Year in addition to annual
• · Thames21 operate a flexitime system of working with hybrid working optional too
• · Thames21 have an ‘Auto Enrol’ Workplace Pension Scheme with NEST 8% employer contribution
• · 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• · Laptop & Mobile phone for company use
• · Opportunity to join a recognised workplace union

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position please submit a CV and a covering letter and please apply via the Charity Jobs website. 

• Closing date is 5pm on Monday 20th October 2025.
• Interviews to be held Thursday 6th and Friday 7th November, subject to change

We appreciate the time you will have taken to apply to this role, and we do appreciate that it is disconcerting when you don’t hear back from a role you have applied for. However, due to the high number of applications we expect to receive, we are unable respond to or give feedback on individual applications, but we do want to be able manage expectations. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 

Camp Jojo is currently in transition. Over the first 8 years it has worked from one established site in Mersea, Essex; but we are now opening a second site (Nag’s Head Farm) near Appleby in Cumbria. The role of Volunteer Manager (Nags Head Farm) is to provide the management and administration of the key Volunteer sector of Camp Jojo, and to offer administrative support and feedback to members of the Camp Jojo Board in this regard.

The Volunteer Manager will be responsible for successful initial contact, recruitment, communication with and administration of volunteer for the Nag’s Head Farm camps, through to their successful placement at camp. They will also work closely with the Operations Manager: Families and Site Ops. (Nags Head Farm). They will be guided in their role with the existing managers at Ivy Farm, Mersea, Essex.

The primary task of the Volunteer Manager (Nag’s Head Farm) will be to oversee the whole process of Volunteer applications to camps at Nag’s Head Farm, and to maintain and develop databases in support of this. They will be the contact point for information and support throughout the Nag’s Head Farm volunteers’ pathway with Camp Jojo. In addition, they will attend and minute meetings which concern volunteer management, etc.

They may need to work flexibly; the demands will be seasonal, with many more hours needed through spring and summer than autumn and winter. They will also need to be present for the first day of the camps during the summer, which are mostly during the school holidays. The Volunteer Manager (Nag’s Head Farm) will have a varied and sometimes high-paced job environment. As such, they will need to handle multiple tasks, manage their own time well, and interact professionally

About us

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute. 

Our Values

Our values underpin everything we do:

• Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
• Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
• Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
• Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.

About the role

This role leads our individual giving fundraising through newsletters, community and events, legacy and in memory, helping grow sustainable income and engagement. It plays a vital part in delivering the Refugee Council’s strategy to retain and increase life time value of our supporter base and amplify positive narratives about refugees.

Staff benefits

To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Work Life Balance Policies
• Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
• And more.

Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.

Closing date: 26 October 2025.

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.

About Khulisa
Khulisa (meaning “to nurture” in Zulu) is an award-winning national charity. We work with young people aged 11–25 whose lives have been affected by trauma or adversity. Trauma can profoundly impact a young person’s development — limiting their self-confidence, resilience, and ability to thrive.

For more than 18 years, Khulisa has provided evidence-based programmes that build social and emotional skills, helping young people to overcome barriers and reach their potential. We also train professionals, parents and carers to create trauma-informed environments, ensuring that all young people are cared for by adults who understand and respond to their needs.

The Role
We are seeking an inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead Khulisa into its next chapter. The CEO will provide strategic leadership, financial and operational oversight, and the vision to grow our impact — building on strong foundations and trusted partnerships.

We are looking for an individual with:

• Proven business development skills and the ability to diversify income.

• Significant experience in stakeholder engagement — including funders, statutory bodies and partners.

• A strong track record of leadership, with a commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development.

• The confidence to act as Khulisa’s primary spokesperson and ambassador, championing our trauma-informed, person-centred approach at every level.

Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to lead a charity with deep, long-standing relationships and a growing national profile. The CEO will play a central role in shaping the future of Khulisa, ensuring we continue to nurture young people and the communities around them.

How to Apply
To apply, please read the last page of the Job Pack. If you have questions before applying you can send these to the email address listed in the Job Pack. Someone will then be in contact with you and arrange a time to speak. 

First-round interviews will start in the first week of November. 

Job Title: Ability Works Employment Support Coordinator

Location: Rochford, Basildon & Castle Point

Reports to: Ability Works Employment Manager

Salary: £16,438.50

Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent (22.5 hours per week)

Hamelin exists to reimagine life for individuals with learning disabilities and autism, enabling limitless possibilities. Hamelin is seeking a passionate, self-motivated and confident coordinator to support our expanding Ability Works project. In this diverse role, you'll play a pivotal part in ensuring our individuals meet their goals and create a lasting impact in our communities as well as being the first point of call for new individuals accessing the service.

Ability Works - This initiative focuses on enabling adults with learning disabilities and autistic people to gain meaningful and fulfilling paid employment. The project thrives on outcomes, motivation and a can-do approach.

This role is crucial in making sure we deliver exceptional service, stay compliant, and run our project efficiently— whilst ensuring our mission, vision and values are not compromised. 

The Employment Support Coordinator will regularly meet with participants to listen, offer support and help them identify their best job match, reflecting their skills and aspirations.

In your day-to-day role, you will be striving to build, expand and strengthen the project whilst working closely with the Employment Manager to ensure all key performance indicators and any project targets are met. The role is responsible for onboarding individuals into the project as well as delivering face-to-face mentoring, work experience in and outdoors and coaching.

Project Skills:

• Support with the daily operations of the project scope.
• Supporting individuals through CV production, profiling, interview techniques, attending interviews, workshops, job clubs and managing their health at work.
• Adhere to the strategies to grow and enhance the projects, meeting the ever-changing needs of those we support.
• Identify skills gaps for participants and offer Asdan short courses to support development.
• Building relationships with community partners including DWP, Social Care and prescribers, and other charities and government organisations to gain referrals for the project.
• Sourcing job opportunities for your participants through regular contact with key local employers.

Teamwork:

• Work in partnership with Hamelin’s service offer, especially the Links service and Opportunity Center.
• Ensure the project remains a motivated team that aligns with our values and goals.
• Report on the performance of the current project, providing feedback and support to ensure high standards of care and efficiency.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Follow Hamelin’s policies and procedures to maintain best practices and regulatory standards.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes, including gathering feedback from project participants and colleagues to keep improving our service delivery.
• Engage with and become involved with continuing self-development.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify, build and maintain strong relationships with project participants, families, local and health authorities representatives, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the Charity and service at meetings, events, and forums, advocating for the needs and rights of those we support.
•  Work closely with other teams and services within the charity to ensure a unified approach to care and support.

Business Development:

• Identify and exploit opportunities for expanding the service, from new partnerships and funding sources both inside and outside health and care to innovative care models.
• Prepare and present feedback and data when required, to the Employment Manager.
• Lead marketing and promotion of the service, boosting awareness. interest and attracting new project participants.

About You

It’s essential that:

• You have at least two years’ experience within a coordination/administration service for individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• You have a proven track record of successful project administration.
• You hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.
• Be ready to work flexibly, which could include weekends and bank holidays. You might also be asked to work in different services as needed.
• We are a values-driven charity, and it is essential that all our colleagues truly live out our core values which are - We think differently, We enhance lives and We are community.

It’s desirable that:

• You have experience working in a charity or non-profit organisation.
• You have links within community services.
• You have experience in IT systems.
• You’re familiar with the local community and relevant stakeholders.

*Interviews to be held the W/C 17th of November*

Business Development Manager (MCC) - East and Southern Africa region

Permanent, Full Time.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Salary: £39,930 per year

If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience. 

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Business Development Lead (MCC), the role of Business Development Manager for the East and Southern Africa region is a key role is being responsible for securing new funding aligned to Christian Aid's strategy and thematic priorities. 

The role will lead business development efforts across the Multi-Country Cluster (MCC) and expand the Institutional funding portfolio and collaborate closely with and strategically advise MCC Head of Impact and Partnership & Impact Funding (PIF) team and MCC teams to develop donor engagement strategies, build funding pipelines, identify new opportunities, and establish partnerships to grow program portfolios. 

The post-holder will strengthen and maintain relationships with government agencies, multilateral organisations, institutional donors, and foundations, working in coordination with MCC Programme Portfolio and Partnership teams.

Some of the main responsibilities and accountabilities of the role are:

• Meet institutional Christian Aid income targets at the MCC level, actively contributing to PIF overall divisional goals.
• Collaborate closely with Head of Impact and Partnership Business Development teams on strategic funding to secure new and grow existing funding by developing donor engagement strategies, growing funding pipelines, identifying new opportunities and establishing partnerships to grow program portfolios. 
• Build and cultivate strategic partnerships with institutional donors, including government bodies, multilateral agencies, and foundations, to expand funding opportunities across the MCC and beyond, in coordination with the Partnership and Business Development team in PIF.
• Build a wide network of contacts and funding relationships across the MCC region with donors, peers, consortia partners and implementing agencies.
• Develop high-quality funding proposals coordinating with Impact department, partners, donors and the relevant donor audience unit in Partnerships and Impact Funding, ensuring alignment with thematic priorities, signature programmes and donor requirements.
• Work closely with the MCC Contracts and Portfolio Manager to ensure seamless integration with MCC delivery teams.
• Supervise the onboarding of new programs, ensuring seamless integration with MCC delivery teams.
• Work closely with the MCC Contracts and Portfolio Manager to maintain compliance and accountability, reviewing reporting for quality assurance.

About you

Who we are looking for:

Essential

• Proven track record in securing multiple multi-million-pound grants for NGOs.
• Substantial experience in building and cultivating strategic donor partnerships including engagement at global, regional and country mission levels with senior stakeholders and demonstrable experience of engaging with private sector, foundations, government and multi-lateral donors.
• Proven track record of developing multi-million pound budgets.
• Advanced knowledge of donor funding landscape and emerging trends.
• Substantial expertise in leading multi-discipline bid teams for grant and commercial agreements.
• Substantial expertise and experience in project design, monitoring and evaluation tools and developing grant budgets.
• Substantial background in humanitarian programming and working with humanitarian donors at UN, bilateral, and NGO levels.

Desirable

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education.
• Donor certifications and compliance training are desirable qualifications for the role, ensuring a strong understanding of donor requirements and adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of donor programming modalities, compliance frameworks, and negotiation processes and experience interpreting. 
• Negotiating grant & contract agreements and substantial understanding of financial controls.
• Demonstrable management experience, including remote management and coaching

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Join Samaritans and help shape the digital experience that supports millions.​​

We’re looking for a Website Manager to lead the development and delivery of Samaritans’ websites, ensuring they are engaging, accessible, and impactful. This is a pivotal role in our Brand, Content and Digital Engagement team, where you’ll lead on digital excellence ​and work with external partners to grow our reach and improve user journeys.​​

Contract​

• ​​£40,000 - £42,000 per annum plus benefits
• ​Full Time (35hrs per week) 
• ​Permanent
• ​Hybrid – Linked to Ewell (Surrey) office with flexibility to work from home
• ​We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences ​​

​What you’ll do ​​

• ​Lead and develop a high-performing Web team
• ​Oversee website content strategy and functionality improvements
• ​Manage digital aspects of major campaigns and projects
• ​Own and optimise our digital ecosystem, including third-party platforms
• ​Drive SEO, PPC and content opportunities to increase reach and conversions
• ​Champion digital best practice and support internal teams to upskill
• ​Use data and analytics to inform decisions and improve performance​

What you’ll bring​

• ​Strong editorial judgement and digital marketing expertise
• ​Experience managing web development and content workflows (Agile experience desirable)
• ​Proficiency with CMS platforms (Wagtail experience a plus)
• ​Proven leadership and team management skills
• ​A data-driven mindset and understanding of user experience principles
• ​Knowledge of digital legislation, standards and trends
• ​Excellent communication skills and emotional resilience​​​​

See the full job description and person specification for further information.​

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Why Samaritans?​

​At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.​

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.​

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.​​

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.​

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.  ​

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Apply now​​

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter details how you meet the essential skills and experience.​​

We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.​

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Applications close: 20th​ October ​2025​ at 09:00am​

Interviews: w/c 3rd November 2025

Individual Giving Manager - Chichester Festival Theatre

Maternity Cover

The Individual Giving Manager will lead the successful planning and delivery of mid-level giving, managing schemes between £120–£4,999 annually. You will oversee donor cultivation, stewardship, and supporter communications, ensuring the highest standards of engagement and experience.

Line-managing the Senior Events Officer, you will also ensure the delivery of high-quality events that inspire and retain donors and generate fundraising income, playing an active role in developing CFT’s giving schemes and future fundraising strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Mid-level supporters

· Manage all mid-level giving schemes (£120–£4,999 annually), ensuring they remain appealing and effective

· Proactively identify and cultivate prospective new supporters, and increase giving from current donors

· Provide outstanding stewardship, delivering benefits on time and ensuring a first-class supporter experience

· Work with the Senior Events Officer to deliver exceptional cultivation and stewardship events.

· Collaborate with Marketing to promote giving opportunities and ensure consistent messaging.

· Review and refine supporter propositions to reflect best practice and donor needs.

· Support the Friends and Membership Officer with renewals, direct debits, and administration.

Prospecting & Cultivating

· Proactively identify and cultivate new supporters, increase giving from current supporters.

· Lead recruitment campaigns for mid-level supporters and contribute to targeted donor communications

· Work with the Head of Individual Giving to identify potential major donors and implement tailored stewardship plans

· Complete due diligence on all new and prospective supporters in line with CFT’s Donation

Acceptance Policy Development Events

· Line-manage the Senior Events Officer to deliver high-quality donor events across the giving journey

· Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth operational delivery

· Represent CFT at supporter events, ensuring donors feel welcomed and valued

Administration & Reporting

· Maintain accurate supporter records on Spektrix

· Monitor income against targets, flagging risks and opportunities

· Contribute to the fundraising strategy, principally through growing mid-level giving

· Produce receipts, renewals, and accurate reports for the Development Committee and Board

· Collaborate with Marketing and Development colleagues on supporter communications and campaign mailings

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

· Experience of fundraising with individual supporters, including donor relationship management

· Experience of prospect research and pipeline management

· Proven track record of asking for and securing gifts

· Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

· Confident communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

· Experience of prospect research and pipeline management

· Strong organisational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

· A proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with willingness to work evenings and weekends

Desirable Criteria

· Experience in fundraising campaigns (digital and offline)

· Demonstrable success in event planning and delivery

· Knowledge of Spektrix and Dotdigital (or equivalent systems)

· Knowledge of the arts sector and enthusiasm for theatre and live performance

Responsibilities as a Manager

· Lead, support and develop the Senior Events Officer, ensuring clear objectives and professional growth

· Manage budgets effectively and contribute to organisational efficiency

· Model excellence in fundraising practice and collaboration across CFT

· Uphold health and safety responsibilities as required

Full details of the role can be found on the CFT website 

Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside is seeking a dynamic Deputy Director to spearhead the development of transformative projects across the North West. This is your chance to shape the future of personal development, employment support, and training initiatives — while unlocking new funding streams and forging powerful partnerships.

As a strategic force behind our Employment & Skills team, you’ll lead high-impact bid development, secure sustainable income, and mobilize projects that change lives. You’ll work alongside passionate teams, engage with diverse communities, and represent Groundwork at the highest levels of influence.

Why this role stands out:

• Lead regional growth in one of the UK’s most respected social enterprises
• Drive innovation in employment and training programmes
• Collaborate with VCFSEs, education providers, and local authorities
• Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and a supportive culture

This isn’t just a job — it’s a platform for purpose-driven leadership. If you’re ready to make a lasting difference, we’d like to hear from you.

What we will offer you

• 25 days holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, plus public holidays (pro rata for part time staff)
• Flexible working arrangements, depending on the needs of the role
• Enhanced employer pension contribution (6%) increasing further with length of service
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service Benefit